Ervin Diede
March 13, 1929 ~ January 8, 2015
Served by: Luce, Luze & Reck Funeral Homes
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Ervin Diede, 85, of Hastings, MN and formerly of Miller, SD, entered into eternal peace on Thursday, January 8, 2015 at the Augustana Care Center in Hastings, MN.
Funeral service was held at 10:00 a.m., Friday, January 16, 2016 at the First United Methodist Church, Miller with Rev. Brian Jones officiating. Burial followed at Hillcrest Cemetery, Miller, with military honors. Visitation was held one hour prior to the service at the church.
Ervin was born on March 13, 1929, to Albert and Rose (Haeffner) Diede in Miller, SD. He attended school in Miller, SD and Highmore, SD. He served in the armed forces in Korea from 1951 to 1953 and was awarded the Korean Service Medal with bronze service star, United Nations Service Medal and the Bronze Star Medal. Upon his honorable discharge he returned to South Dakota and became a journeyman lineman which remained his proud chosen profession until his retirement in 1994.
On June 26, 1955, he married Loretta Rosemore at the United Methodist church in Miller, SD. They moved multiple times for his profession settling in Hastings, MN for the majority of his life. Briefly they resided in Mesa, AZ, but returned to Hastings upon his retirement. He was a lifelong member of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, mostly based from Local 160 in Minneapolis, MN and retired out of Local 769 in Phoenix, AZ. He was also a lifelong member of the American Legion, VFW Post 1210 and attended the United Methodist Church in Hastings, MN. His main interests were repairing and remodeling, and taking care of his family which he loved dearly. Ervin was a very caring and compassionate person, and always put the needs of others before his own.
He leaves his loving memories to be cherished by his wife, Loretta Diede of Hastings, MN; son, Craig (Debbie) Diede of Glendale, AZ; daughter, Renetta Diede of Hastings, MN; grandchildren: Lyndsey Diede and Kyle Diede of Phoenix, AZ, Daniel Diede of Minneapolis, MN; sisters: Phyllis Bell of Wichita, KS, Inez (Sally) Chalk of Ft Collins, CO, Velda (Browni) Pitcher of Metairie, LA; sisters-in-law, Hazel Martell and Leila (Marlin) Jerpseth; brother-in-law, Jim Barrett; many nieces and nephews along with countless family and friends whom were blessed to know him.
He was preceded in passing by his parents; brother, Elmer Diede; and sister, Charlotte Barrett; and his very special uncle and aunt, Emil and Lena Mehrer.
Reck Funeral Home of Miller has been entrusted with Erv’s arrangements.
Ervin Diede, 85, of Hastings, MN and formerly of Miller, SD, entered into eternal peace on Thursday, January 8, 2015 at the Augustana Care Center in Hastings, MN.
Funeral service was held at 10:00 a.m., Friday, January 16, 2016 at the First United Methodist Church, Miller with Rev. Brian Jones officiating. Burial followed at Hillcrest Cemetery, Miller, with military honors. Visitation was held one hour prior to the service at the church.
Ervin was born on March 13, 1929, to Albert and Rose (Haeffner) Diede in Miller, SD. He attended school in Miller, SD and Highmore, SD. He served in the armed forces in Korea from 1951 to 1953 and was awarded the Korean Service Medal with bronze service star, United Nations Service Medal and the Bronze Star Medal. Upon his honorable discharge he returned to South Dakota and became a journeyman lineman which remained his proud chosen profession until his retirement in 1994.
On June 26, 1955, he married Loretta Rosemore at the United Methodist church in Miller, SD. They moved multiple times for his profession settling in Hastings, MN for the majority of his life. Briefly they resided in Mesa, AZ, but returned to Hastings upon his retirement. He was a lifelong member of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, mostly based from Local 160 in Minneapolis, MN and retired out of Local 769 in Phoenix, AZ. He was also a lifelong member of the American Legion, VFW Post 1210 and attended the United Methodist Church in Hastings, MN. His main interests were repairing and remodeling, and taking care of his family which he loved dearly. Ervin was a very caring and compassionate person, and always put the needs of others before his own.
He leaves his loving memories to be cherished by his wife, Loretta Diede of Hastings, MN; son, Craig (Debbie) Diede of Glendale, AZ; daughter, Renetta Diede of Hastings, MN; grandchildren: Lyndsey Diede and Kyle Diede of Phoenix, AZ, Daniel Diede of Minneapolis, MN; sisters: Phyllis Bell of Wichita, KS, Inez (Sally) Chalk of Ft Collins, CO, Velda (Browni) Pitcher of Metairie, LA; sisters-in-law, Hazel Martell and Leila (Marlin) Jerpseth; brother-in-law, Jim Barrett; many nieces and nephews along with countless family and friends whom were blessed to know him.
He was preceded in passing by his parents; brother, Elmer Diede; and sister, Charlotte Barrett; and his very special uncle and aunt, Emil and Lena Mehrer.
Reck Funeral Home of Miller has been entrusted with Erv’s arrangements.
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My dear brother,
I had hoped we would be together for one more reunion but it seems He had other plans.
You will be missed by everyone who ever heard you laugh – and some who may not have had the pleasure.
Until we meet again – and I expect you to be part of the welcoming committee when I arrive – I love you.
Your loving sister,
Browni
Those we love who pass on will always live on in our hearts and memories. My memories of my Aunt Loretta and Uncle Erv’s family are filled with love, laughter and big beautiful smiles. So many of my family reflections are centered on the warm, loving and happy homes that my Aunts and Uncles created. I will always remember and carry with me Uncle Erv’s buoyant laugh and infectious grin. This is truly the kindest, sweetest, most genuine family. I wish peace, comfort and love to surround them eternally.
Sending my deepest sympathy to all of you! I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers and may God give you all the strength you need now and the days to come! God Bless!
I will miss you dearly my friend watching ball games and laughing with you I will never forget . I can never put into words how special it was. Rest in peace My friend
Our deepest sympathy to you Loretta and your family.
We’re so sorry for your loss. Peace be with you and your family. Bob and Gloria
I last saw Erv when I came to S.D. for uncle Vince’s service. I enjoyed my visit with him and aunt Loretta. That was in 2009, I think. Brought back many memories from when I was a kid and we used to go to Grandma and Grandpa’s house in Miller from Virginia. The whole Rosemore families would be there,. And of course Erv, Loretta. Craig and Renetta were kids at that time too. We played in that two story house and the big lawn that Grandpa had. Some of the best times of my life right there. I wish we could all go back in time for one day and see everyone again.
RIP old friend of mine.