Gloria C. Diedrich Age 76, a lifelong resident of the Chardon area, died peacefully on Tuesday, July 14, 2020 at her home, surrounded by love. She was born in Cleveland, OH, on May 16, 1944, to Peter and Margaret (Nee: Kurple) Yurchek. Gloria was a graduate of Chardon High School Class of 1962. She marriedContinue Reading
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Gloria C. Diedrich
Age 76, a lifelong resident of the Chardon area, died peacefully on Tuesday, July 14, 2020 at her home, surrounded by love. She was born in Cleveland, OH, on May 16, 1944, to Peter and Margaret (Nee: Kurple) Yurchek. Gloria was a graduate of Chardon High School Class of 1962. She married Robert E. Diedrich in Chardon on May 29, 1964.
Gloria loved to travel, having been to London, Paris, Florida, the Bahamas and took a month trip to see the western states. She enjoyed camping with her family in the Tionesta Area of Pennsylvania. Coming from a large family, family was always most important to her. She always brought laughter, happiness and joy to family gatherings. Gloria always put God first in her life and devoted herself to developing her 3 sons into fine young men.
Survivors include her husband Robert; sons John of Denver, CO and Thomas of Chardon; grandchildren Daniel, Olivia, Kyle, Austin, and Aubrey; sisters Martha McFarland of Chino Valley, AZ, Evelyn Smitko of Elyria and Marilyn Arnold of Hinckley; brother Steve Yurchek of Atlanta, GA and daughter in law Carrie of Cincinnati. Gloria was preceded in death by her parents, her son, Jeffery in April of this year, brother Donald Yurchek, and sister Eunice Schienke.
Funeral Service for immediate family only will be at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, July 18, 2020 at the Burr Funeral Home in Chardon. The Service will be webcast on the funeral home website. Family and Friends are invited to the Interment Service which will be open to the public at 2:45 p.m. at the Chardon Municipal Cemetery. Social distancing will be requested.
Information and condolences are online at www.burrservice.com.
Janice Black
left a message on July 24, 2020:
Bob and family,
So sorry for your loss. Healing Blessings for you all.
Kathy Dufur
left a message on July 22, 2020:
Deepest sympathy to Bob and the family. We hope you find comfort in fifty-five years of memories.
Kathy & Bill
Kathy Dufur
left a message on July 22, 2020:
Deepest sympathy to Bob and the family. We hope you find comfort in fifty-five years of memories.
Kathy & Bill
Kathy Dufur
left a message on July 22, 2020:
Deepest sympathy to Bob and the family. We hope you find comfort in fifty-five years of memories.
Kathy & Bill
Kathy Dufur
left a message on July 22, 2020:
Deepest sympathy to Bob and the family. We hope you find comfort in fifty-five years of memories.
Kathy & Bill
Kathy Dufur
left a message on July 22, 2020:
Deepest sympathy to Bob and the family. We hope you find comfort in fifty-five years of memories.
Kathy & Bill
Tami Peterson Darwin
left a message on July 19, 2020:
Aunt Gloria was a ray of sunshine with the gift of making everyone around her feel loved and special. I'll miss her smile, her laughter, and her trademark lipstick kiss on the cheek. There is a comfort knowing she's in the presence of God, her beloved son Jeff and other dear family & friends that have gone before her. My heart and prayers go out to Uncle Bob, John, Tom, her grandchildren and siblings, and all who loved and knew this loving, beautiful and kind woman.
Eileen Sniegowski
left a message on July 18, 2020:
May you Rest In Peace
Joan D. Ford
left a message on July 18, 2020:
Sorry to hear of the families' loss of Gloria. She is blessed to have such a loving family ,uplifting all who are participating today. I will remember to keep you all in prayer. Thank you for sharing your family history and good thoughts of Gloria as she reunites with family . "Eternal rest grant unto Gloria O Lord, may perpetual light shine upon Gloria. May Gloria's soul and all the souls of the faithful departed ,through the Mercy of God , rest in peace. Amen" May you enjoy a peaceful beautiful day.
Laurie DeLong
left a message on July 18, 2020:
Aunt Gloria’s service was beautiful. I wish I could have been there to love and support all of you. Even far away, I rejoice in the Lord, Aunt Gloria is home. My thoughts and prayers are with you, today, and always. Love, Laurie xoxo
Don and Sandy Welch
left a message on July 17, 2020:
Our hearts are grieving with you once again.....We are never ready to say good-bye to someone we love...Gloria was kindhearted, caring and loved. We are wishing your family comfort, strength, hope and healing as God guides you through this difficult time. We pray that you'll find comfort in the precious memories of her you carry in your heart. You all remain in our thoughts and prayers. With love, Don and Sandy
Laurie DeLong
left a message on July 17, 2020:
I light this candle in remembrance of my beautiful Aunt Gloria. Dance in the heavens.... I love you
Laurie DeLong
left a message on July 17, 2020:
I send my deepest sympathy to all family and friends. I loved my Aunt Gloria very much. When I was 10 she gave me my “Kaitlyn” doll all dressed in pink. I named my daughter after that baby doll she gave me in 2002. She held a special place in my heart. Aunt Gloria was a shining star, a sparkle of hope and love. Great times were had whenever she was around. I know my boys will never forget her and her “famous pink kisses“. A beautiful lady inside and out. I will be praying for the family for comfort and peace. Knowing she is with God, reuniting with loved ones, gives me hope. I love you all... Aunt Gloria will be deeply missed. xoxo
Carol and Tom Kubit
left a message on July 17, 2020:
Wishing you peace and comfort through this difficult time. And may you all have loving memories to hold in your heart forever.
Linda Tann Kangas
left a message on July 17, 2020:
My heart goes out to you, Bob, Tom, John, and all the family. Gloria was such a kind, loving, and strong person, and I am so very sorry for your great loss. She was a dear friend to so many, and we will miss her immensely. Gloria and I weren't able to get together as often as we would have liked because of our large families, but it was always such a pleasurable occasion when we did see each other. Her face would be aglow with love as she would tell me about her family, and it was plain to see how much happiness was in her life because of all of you. Gloria was genuinely interested in the life of others, as well. She was so caring and thoughtful in every way, as she would send a card or make a phone call and was a great support when she knew we would need it. I'm thankful to have known her these many years.
Solon Manufacturing Company
left a message on July 17, 2020:
In memory of Gloria C. Diedrich, Solon Manufacturing Company lit a candle
Laura Brunnett
left a message on July 17, 2020:
My heart goes out to the family, so sorry for your loss. She was an amazing person and felt like a sister to me instead of a cousin... god bless
Joseph Diedrich
left a message on July 17, 2020:
Aunt Gloria shall be deeply missed by all the hearts she touched. But she is now walking with her son in the land of her Lord.
sharon diedrich
left a message on July 16, 2020:
she was my aunt gloria, very special aunt, will always miss and love her, i loved her laugh, when she laughed, it came from her belly, a belly laugh, love you Aunt Gloria
Jane Diedrich Peterson
left a message on July 16, 2020:
It is with much love and remembrance that I share my loving reflection of my dear sister-in-law, Gloria. We have all been so BLESSED to have her as a part of our lives through the years. A beautiful gal that caught the eye of my brother, Bob, in their high school time together that eventually grew into love and marriage that lasted 55 years. Definitely a match made in heaven. A very dedicated and loving wife. A mother’s love was made supreme as her roll of caring for their 3 very talented sons that was such a total delight and joy to her in helping them grow into fine young men. Her interactions dealing with her jobs, family life happenings were always dealt with showing much love and joy as she beamed with hugs and kisses to all she met. She saw life as wonderful adventures in travel, her excellent work talents, the importance of family and friends. She enjoyed each new day and always thanking Jesus for all her blessings and would easily pray for others in need. Her faith was very important to her and she loved to share her faith anytime. Our life’s trials have a way of dealing us with hard knocks as she endured colon cancer, stroke challenges but kept a fighting spirit to give her best efforts and continued being the loving and caring person with the Holy Spirit directing her path. She always tried to keep a positive attitude to endure the difficult days. A very kind hearted lady who cared deeply about their growing family and adored her grandchildren.
Always ready to share her precious pictures of special times together with those she loved so much. Enjoyed having family events at their home to entertain and just be together creating more precious memories. Her journey has come to a close but the moment she closed her eyes here on earth, she opened them in heaven with Jesus by her side. Hugs waiting for her from her dear son, Jeff, and so many other precious family members forever together again. Thank you, JESUS! Gloria will forever be in our hearts! A life well lived! Welcome to your eternal HOME…July 14, 2020! Forever in our hearts!
Love, Jane Diedrich Peterson
Sandy Kovacic
left a message on July 16, 2020:
I am so sorry for your loss. I always enjoyed talking with Gloria when she came into the store. I will miss her. Looking forward to seeing her again when she is resurrected.
Eric Throckmorton
left a message on July 16, 2020:
In memory of Gloria C. Diedrich, Eric Throckmorton lit a candle
Bill Kurple
left a message on July 16, 2020:
Gloria has been my cousin and friend for my entire life. Our relationship started – that I can remember - when I was about three years old as children spending the summer on our grandmother’s dairy farm. Gloria and her sisters – being a little older - looked after me. This was well over sixty years ago. From that point forward, our lives have been intermingled.
I can remember roughhousing with Bob when he and Gloria were dating. As I was younger and a fraction of Bob’s size, he would gently manhandle me as I joyfully laughed. I can still hear Gloria standing nearby saying “Now Bob - don’t you hurt him”.
Gloria and Bob’s wedding was a joyful occasion – and my countless visits to their home were always warm and welcoming. Gloria’s sense of humor was legendary and contagious as stories were always forthcoming about our shared childhood. Gloria had strong spiritual roots and a firm morality. Her wonderful sons reflect that in their actions as fine men.
A famous philosopher once wrote that death should be like laughing at a thief trying to break into an empty safe. Throughout your life you are to dispense love and kindness and by life’s end you were merely an empty shell. Gloria left the world this week an empty shell - as she generously and completely emptied herself of all the love and kindness the Lord wanted her to give throughout her life - to her husband, her sons and all she touched. A life of sacrifice, generosity, and love. I will miss her always.
Bill Kurple
Thomas Diedrich
left a message on July 16, 2020:
To my beautiful beloved mother. With honor to your life and memory from my heart and mind and all that I am. Love the most meaningful gift in life we share. You are with me always near. I am with you never far. Our ‘Love’ will not end but last through time indefinite. Each day the gift of life is in me I will continue to love others unconditionally and love family and friends with trueness of heart as my love was pure and true to you always. A loving son to a precious mother. You took care of me when I was young and I had the honor of taking care of you as we grow old. The Fourth Commandment. Exodus 20:12; Leviticus 19:3. What you taught me the most important love through scripture Mathew 22:37-39; Mark 12:29-31; Luke 10:27 ; 1 John 4:8-10 ; 1 Peter 2:21,23 that teaches love a precious quality Galatians 5:22-23; Ephesians 4:2-3; 5:1-2; Colossians 3:13-14; John 13:34-35; 1 Corinthians 1:1-13; 13:4-8 and to always love others Leviticus 19:18; Romans 13:10; John 13:34; 1 Corinthians 10:24; 16:14. Thank you my beloved mother for all your love and teachings through life and to never have the “I” a selfish heart but to always be thinking of others first with a loving heart. You were the best mother anyone could hope for and have. I am so blessed and thankful to call you mother and have the honor to be your son. There is no ‘I’ nor ‘we’ but only ‘us’. I love you beyond words and time. Forever Love your grateful middle son Thomas I Love You Mom Xoxoxo
Jane Deans
left a message on July 16, 2020:
Gloria raised beautiful children with kind hearts. As with all moms, she'll always be with her children. Our compassion goes put to the family. You'll be in our prayers.
Jane Deans
left a message on July 16, 2020:
Gloria raised beautiful children with kind hearts. As with all moms, she'll always be with her children. Our compassion goes put to the family. You'll be in our prayers.
Jane Deans
left a message on July 16, 2020:
Gloria raised beautiful children with kind hearts. As with all moms, she'll always be with her children. Our compassion goes put to the family. You'll be in our prayers.
Stan Maxwell
left a message on July 16, 2020:
Hi Bob its been a long time. I'm so sorry to to hear this my prayers go with her and god bless.
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Janice Black
left a message on July 24, 2020:
Bob and family,
So sorry for your loss. Healing Blessings for you all.
Kathy Dufur
left a message on July 22, 2020:
Deepest sympathy to Bob and the family. We hope you find comfort in fifty-five years of memories.
Kathy & Bill
Kathy Dufur
left a message on July 22, 2020:
Deepest sympathy to Bob and the family. We hope you find comfort in fifty-five years of memories.
Kathy & Bill
Kathy Dufur
left a message on July 22, 2020:
Deepest sympathy to Bob and the family. We hope you find comfort in fifty-five years of memories.
Kathy & Bill
Kathy Dufur
left a message on July 22, 2020:
Deepest sympathy to Bob and the family. We hope you find comfort in fifty-five years of memories.
Kathy & Bill
Kathy Dufur
left a message on July 22, 2020:
Deepest sympathy to Bob and the family. We hope you find comfort in fifty-five years of memories.
Kathy & Bill
Tami Peterson Darwin
left a message on July 19, 2020:
Aunt Gloria was a ray of sunshine with the gift of making everyone around her feel loved and special. I'll miss her smile, her laughter, and her trademark lipstick kiss on the cheek. There is a comfort knowing she's in the presence of God, her beloved son Jeff and other dear family & friends that have gone before her. My heart and prayers go out to Uncle Bob, John, Tom, her grandchildren and siblings, and all who loved and knew this loving, beautiful and kind woman.
Eileen Sniegowski
left a message on July 18, 2020:
May you Rest In Peace
Joan D. Ford
left a message on July 18, 2020:
Sorry to hear of the families' loss of Gloria. She is blessed to have such a loving family ,uplifting all who are participating today. I will remember to keep you all in prayer. Thank you for sharing your family history and good thoughts of Gloria as she reunites with family . "Eternal rest grant unto Gloria O Lord, may perpetual light shine upon Gloria. May Gloria's soul and all the souls of the faithful departed ,through the Mercy of God , rest in peace. Amen" May you enjoy a peaceful beautiful day.
Laurie DeLong
left a message on July 18, 2020:
Aunt Gloria’s service was beautiful. I wish I could have been there to love and support all of you. Even far away, I rejoice in the Lord, Aunt Gloria is home. My thoughts and prayers are with you, today, and always. Love, Laurie xoxo
Don and Sandy Welch
left a message on July 17, 2020:
Our hearts are grieving with you once again.....We are never ready to say good-bye to someone we love...Gloria was kindhearted, caring and loved. We are wishing your family comfort, strength, hope and healing as God guides you through this difficult time. We pray that you'll find comfort in the precious memories of her you carry in your heart. You all remain in our thoughts and prayers. With love, Don and Sandy
Laurie DeLong
left a message on July 17, 2020:
I light this candle in remembrance of my beautiful Aunt Gloria. Dance in the heavens.... I love you
Laurie DeLong
left a message on July 17, 2020:
I send my deepest sympathy to all family and friends. I loved my Aunt Gloria very much. When I was 10 she gave me my “Kaitlyn” doll all dressed in pink. I named my daughter after that baby doll she gave me in 2002. She held a special place in my heart. Aunt Gloria was a shining star, a sparkle of hope and love. Great times were had whenever she was around. I know my boys will never forget her and her “famous pink kisses“. A beautiful lady inside and out. I will be praying for the family for comfort and peace. Knowing she is with God, reuniting with loved ones, gives me hope. I love you all... Aunt Gloria will be deeply missed. xoxo
Carol and Tom Kubit
left a message on July 17, 2020:
Wishing you peace and comfort through this difficult time. And may you all have loving memories to hold in your heart forever.
Linda Tann Kangas
left a message on July 17, 2020:
My heart goes out to you, Bob, Tom, John, and all the family. Gloria was such a kind, loving, and strong person, and I am so very sorry for your great loss. She was a dear friend to so many, and we will miss her immensely. Gloria and I weren't able to get together as often as we would have liked because of our large families, but it was always such a pleasurable occasion when we did see each other. Her face would be aglow with love as she would tell me about her family, and it was plain to see how much happiness was in her life because of all of you. Gloria was genuinely interested in the life of others, as well. She was so caring and thoughtful in every way, as she would send a card or make a phone call and was a great support when she knew we would need it. I'm thankful to have known her these many years.
Solon Manufacturing Company
left a message on July 17, 2020:
In memory of Gloria C. Diedrich, Solon Manufacturing Company lit a candle
Laura Brunnett
left a message on July 17, 2020:
My heart goes out to the family, so sorry for your loss. She was an amazing person and felt like a sister to me instead of a cousin... god bless
Joseph Diedrich
left a message on July 17, 2020:
Aunt Gloria shall be deeply missed by all the hearts she touched. But she is now walking with her son in the land of her Lord.
sharon diedrich
left a message on July 16, 2020:
she was my aunt gloria, very special aunt, will always miss and love her, i loved her laugh, when she laughed, it came from her belly, a belly laugh, love you Aunt Gloria
Jane Diedrich Peterson
left a message on July 16, 2020:
It is with much love and remembrance that I share my loving reflection of my dear sister-in-law, Gloria. We have all been so BLESSED to have her as a part of our lives through the years. A beautiful gal that caught the eye of my brother, Bob, in their high school time together that eventually grew into love and marriage that lasted 55 years. Definitely a match made in heaven. A very dedicated and loving wife. A mother’s love was made supreme as her roll of caring for their 3 very talented sons that was such a total delight and joy to her in helping them grow into fine young men. Her interactions dealing with her jobs, family life happenings were always dealt with showing much love and joy as she beamed with hugs and kisses to all she met. She saw life as wonderful adventures in travel, her excellent work talents, the importance of family and friends. She enjoyed each new day and always thanking Jesus for all her blessings and would easily pray for others in need. Her faith was very important to her and she loved to share her faith anytime. Our life’s trials have a way of dealing us with hard knocks as she endured colon cancer, stroke challenges but kept a fighting spirit to give her best efforts and continued being the loving and caring person with the Holy Spirit directing her path. She always tried to keep a positive attitude to endure the difficult days. A very kind hearted lady who cared deeply about their growing family and adored her grandchildren.
Always ready to share her precious pictures of special times together with those she loved so much. Enjoyed having family events at their home to entertain and just be together creating more precious memories. Her journey has come to a close but the moment she closed her eyes here on earth, she opened them in heaven with Jesus by her side. Hugs waiting for her from her dear son, Jeff, and so many other precious family members forever together again. Thank you, JESUS! Gloria will forever be in our hearts! A life well lived! Welcome to your eternal HOME…July 14, 2020! Forever in our hearts!
Love, Jane Diedrich Peterson
Sandy Kovacic
left a message on July 16, 2020:
I am so sorry for your loss. I always enjoyed talking with Gloria when she came into the store. I will miss her. Looking forward to seeing her again when she is resurrected.
Eric Throckmorton
left a message on July 16, 2020:
In memory of Gloria C. Diedrich, Eric Throckmorton lit a candle
Bill Kurple
left a message on July 16, 2020:
Gloria has been my cousin and friend for my entire life. Our relationship started – that I can remember - when I was about three years old as children spending the summer on our grandmother’s dairy farm. Gloria and her sisters – being a little older - looked after me. This was well over sixty years ago. From that point forward, our lives have been intermingled.
I can remember roughhousing with Bob when he and Gloria were dating. As I was younger and a fraction of Bob’s size, he would gently manhandle me as I joyfully laughed. I can still hear Gloria standing nearby saying “Now Bob - don’t you hurt him”.
Gloria and Bob’s wedding was a joyful occasion – and my countless visits to their home were always warm and welcoming. Gloria’s sense of humor was legendary and contagious as stories were always forthcoming about our shared childhood. Gloria had strong spiritual roots and a firm morality. Her wonderful sons reflect that in their actions as fine men.
A famous philosopher once wrote that death should be like laughing at a thief trying to break into an empty safe. Throughout your life you are to dispense love and kindness and by life’s end you were merely an empty shell. Gloria left the world this week an empty shell - as she generously and completely emptied herself of all the love and kindness the Lord wanted her to give throughout her life - to her husband, her sons and all she touched. A life of sacrifice, generosity, and love. I will miss her always.
Bill Kurple
Thomas Diedrich
left a message on July 16, 2020:
To my beautiful beloved mother. With honor to your life and memory from my heart and mind and all that I am. Love the most meaningful gift in life we share. You are with me always near. I am with you never far. Our ‘Love’ will not end but last through time indefinite. Each day the gift of life is in me I will continue to love others unconditionally and love family and friends with trueness of heart as my love was pure and true to you always. A loving son to a precious mother. You took care of me when I was young and I had the honor of taking care of you as we grow old. The Fourth Commandment. Exodus 20:12; Leviticus 19:3. What you taught me the most important love through scripture Mathew 22:37-39; Mark 12:29-31; Luke 10:27 ; 1 John 4:8-10 ; 1 Peter 2:21,23 that teaches love a precious quality Galatians 5:22-23; Ephesians 4:2-3; 5:1-2; Colossians 3:13-14; John 13:34-35; 1 Corinthians 1:1-13; 13:4-8 and to always love others Leviticus 19:18; Romans 13:10; John 13:34; 1 Corinthians 10:24; 16:14. Thank you my beloved mother for all your love and teachings through life and to never have the “I” a selfish heart but to always be thinking of others first with a loving heart. You were the best mother anyone could hope for and have. I am so blessed and thankful to call you mother and have the honor to be your son. There is no ‘I’ nor ‘we’ but only ‘us’. I love you beyond words and time. Forever Love your grateful middle son Thomas I Love You Mom Xoxoxo
Jane Deans
left a message on July 16, 2020:
Gloria raised beautiful children with kind hearts. As with all moms, she'll always be with her children. Our compassion goes put to the family. You'll be in our prayers.
Jane Deans
left a message on July 16, 2020:
Gloria raised beautiful children with kind hearts. As with all moms, she'll always be with her children. Our compassion goes put to the family. You'll be in our prayers.
Jane Deans
left a message on July 16, 2020:
Gloria raised beautiful children with kind hearts. As with all moms, she'll always be with her children. Our compassion goes put to the family. You'll be in our prayers.
Stan Maxwell
left a message on July 16, 2020:
Hi Bob its been a long time. I'm so sorry to to hear this my prayers go with her and god bless.
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