Erwin Henry Dieterich, 82, passed away Wednesday, January 23, 2019.
Memorial services will be 1:00 pm Saturday, January 26, 2019 at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Bellmead with Pastor Larry Krueger officiating. Visitation will follow the services in the family center until 3:00 pm.
Erwin was born September 16, 1936 in Riesel, Texas to Walter Christian and Frieda Louise (Boeche) Dietrich. He attended Trinity Lutheran School in Riesel and was a 1955 graduate of Riesel High School. He served in the U. S. Air Force from 1955 to 1959. Erwin married Peggy Vicha in October of 1962. He worked several jobs in the Waco area and retired from L-3 Communications in 2012 after 24 years of service. He was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church for over 50 years.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his brothers, Wesley Dieterich, Louis H. Dieterich and Charles H. Dieterich; and a sister, Darlene Dieterich Evans.
Survivors include his wife of 56 years, Peggy Dieterich; his daughter, Sondra Shaeffer; his granddaughter, Erin Shaeffer; his sisters, Deanna Hooper of Houston, TX, and Delores Martin of Waco, TX; his brother, Gene Dieterich and wife, Sallie of Rowlett, TX; his sisters-in-law, Arlene Dieterich of Waco, TX, Janie Lehrmann and Jerome of Axtell, TX and Diana Kuehl Kubitza and Fred of Elk, TX; his brother-in-law, Jerry Vicha and Leslie of Axtell, TX; several nieces and nephews; and a wonderful friend, Debbie Camire.
The family would like to express a special thank you to the staff and doctors at Texas Oncology, The Atrium of Bellmead and Bluebonnet Hospice for all their care and support.
Memorials may be made to St. Paul Lutheran Church, 1301 Hogan Ln., Waco, TX 76705.
Condolences(15)
Ronnie & Kim Schmedthorst Crunk
WACO, TX Monday, January 28, 2019 Peggy, Sondra and Dieterich family my deepest sympathy in the loss of Erwin. He was such a wonderful, bubbly man to be around always cracking jokes. He will be greatly missed by all that knew him. I pray that through God you find peace and comfort as well as the love from family and friends to help get you through this most difficult time.Ashley O'Donnell
Lake Forest, IL Sunday, January 27, 2019 Sending prayers for God's comfort to everyone who was touched by Uncle Erv's contagious grin and warm heart. Hugs especially for Aunt Peg, Sondra and Erin.Lisa
, TX Saturday, January 26, 2019My deepest condolences to the family. May God's future promises at John 5:28,29 of an earthly resurrection and Revelation 21:3,4 of no more suffering or death bring you comfort. Until that time comes, God assures us at Psalm 34:18 that he "is close to the brokenhearted" and "saves those who are crushed in spirit." So he understands your pain and grief and is eager to help you by giving you the strength you need to cope during this most difficult time. (Philippians 4:13)
Brenda Long
Hewitt, TX Saturday, January 26, 2019 My sincere condolences to the family. As a former colleague, Erwin was indeed a kind and humble man. Memories are a "KEEPSAKE" that last a "LIFETIME".Marilyn Wilde
Robinson, TX Saturday, January 26, 2019 Sending my deepest sympathy. It was a joy to visit at HEB on Sunday morningsLinda Wilhite
China Spring, TX Friday, January 25, 2019 Sorry, to see of Erwin's passing. Worked with him at L3. He was a quite sole and kind to all his fellow workers. My prayers to his family. .Linda Wilhitehelen hurst
Dallas, TX Friday, January 25, 2019 Peggy Dear: My sincere sympathy to you and the family.David Winget
Waco, TX Friday, January 25, 2019 Sorry for your lost, Erwin was a great guy, I enjoyed working with him at L3 . He will be missed.Donnie Kuehl
Glen Rose, TX Friday, January 25, 2019 My Condolences to the Dieterich Family and A Special Condolence to my Classmate(Axtell High School) and long time Friend, Peggy Vicha Dieterich.Bill Knoph (L-3)
Waco, TX Friday, January 25, 2019 Sincerest condolences to Erwin's family.Dianne Epps
Palmer, TX Friday, January 25, 2019 Peggy and Sondra, so sorry for your loss. Keeping you all in my prayers.Mary Lucien
West, TX Friday, January 25, 2019 Dear Sondra and family, my deepest sympathy to you and your family on the loss of your dad. Keep his memories close to your heart so you can feel his presence every day.Mary
Annette Crook
Robinson, TX Friday, January 25, 2019 Peggy & Sondra, I am so sorry on the loss of Erwin. He was such a sweet and funny man. My prayers and thoughts are with you all during this difficult time.Annette, Aimee, CJ, & Caprice
Bobbie Barham
Mexia, TX Friday, January 25, 2019 So sorry.I know what you are going thru .
Love Bobbie Weempe
Rick Molina
Donie, TX Friday, January 25, 2019 Prayers to you and your family.