Joan L. Diedrich

Joan L. Diedrich, 74, Athens, died Sunday, December 27, 2015, at her home. She was born April 10, 1941, in Medford, daughter of the late LeRoy and Kathryn (Westrich) Deml. On October 17, 1959, she married Raymond Diedrich. He survives. Joan was a homemaker who enjoyed decorating her home for the holidays, Christmas was her favorite. She was an excellent cook and enjoyed preparing big feasts for her family especially during the holidays. She was active in her church and was part of the Circle of Joy. Joan loved to read the Bible. Above all she loved spending time with her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Survivors include her husband, Raymond; children, Tamey (Jerry) Zenner, Todd (Julene) Diedrich, Robbie (Janice) Diedrich and Craig (Danielle) Diedrich; grandchildren, Joshua (Sara) Zenner, Tanille (Andy) Hartwig, Benjamin and Moriah Diedrich, Cameron (Mindy) Diedrich, Kyncaide, Kenadi and Cooper Diedrich; great-grandchildren, Dane and Cora Zenner, Jazelle, Sy'Rih, Nixon and Emzlee Hartwig; siblings, Shirley (Ted) Kellnhofer, Melvin (Terry) Deml and Mary Deml; two special people close to her heart, Rick Deml and Mary Miller. She was preceded in death by her parents. Memorial services will be 11:00 a.m. Thursday, December 31, 2015, at Athens Assembly of God, Athens. Rev. Michael Shepherd will officiate. Friends may call Thursday from 9:00 a.m. until the time of services at the church. Peterson/Kraemer Funeral Home, Athens, is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be expressed at http://www.petersonkraemer.com