June 03, 2025

Trucking legend “Yo-Yo” Worley Hughes remembered for her legacy

Steve Smith

Mirah Lesa “Yo-Yo” Worley Hughes, one of the most well-known women in trucking, passed away on Monday, June 2, in Halls, Tennessee. She was 68.

Why it matters: "Yo-Yo" Worley spent nearly 40 years behind the wheel and gained respect across the country for her skills and bold spirit.

Worley was legendary in the trucker world for winning the 1979 Atlanta Motor Speedway bobtail truck race.
She started trucking in her hometown of Lenoir City, Tennessee, and kept at it even after being diagnosed with multiple sclerosis in 2011.
Worley’s story was featured on national TV and she inspired many, especially women looking to get their start in trucking.

Many in the trucking community are sharing stories and memories of the trailblazer known as "Yo-Yo," reported Halls Funeral Home.

Worley leaves behind a legacy as a pioneer and a role model for truckers everywhere.

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