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1943 - 2004
 AGE: 60
DIETZ, Lawrence S.
Paw Paw
Passed away, Thursday, April 22, 2004 at Bronson Methodist Hospital, Kalamazoo. Larry was born August 9, 1943 in Chicago, IL the son of the late Thaddeus and Ann (Kwiatowski) Dietz. He graduated from St. Bonaventure High School in Wisconsin in 1961 and the University of Notre Dame in 1965, with a degree in finance. Larry was the co-owner and president of Stearns-Stafford, Inc., Lawton He was member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Paw Paw, Knights of Columbus Council #3798, Paw Paw and 4th Degree Assembly #522. Larry was an avid sports fan and enjoyed fishing, golfing and gardening. On June 12, 1965 in Paw Paw Larry was united in marriage to the former, Dorothy Kruta who survives. Also surviving are 2 daughters, Mickie (Sidney, III) Dietz-Eaton of Sand Lake, Terri (Scott) Drews of Ann Arbor; son, Greg Dietz of McLean, VA; 2 grandchildren, Devin and Blaine Drews of Ann Arbor; 3 brothers, Thomas (Loraine) Dietz of Lawton, James (Virginia) Dietz, Sr. of Lawton, Donald (Kathy) Dietz of Tempe, AZ; sister Rita (Richard) Pfister of Lawton; many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a brother, Thaddeus Dietz, Jr. Friends will be received Sunday 2-4 & 6-8 p.m. at the ADAMS Funeral Home, Paw Paw, where a Rosary will be held at 7 p.m. under the auspices of the Knights of Columbus Council # 3798, Paw Paw. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Monday 11 a.m. at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Paw Paw, with Rev. Fr. Robert F. Creagan, Celebrant. Interment will be in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Paw Paw. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Mary’s Church. |
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There are currently 6 condolences.
ldietz
ldietz@ix.netcom.com
Wednesday August 25, 2004 at
1:45 PM
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Did hope you remembered to include me in the will. Maybe this is a reminder.
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Clarke & Pat Rieck
hhcrieck@aol.com
Monday May 3, 2004 at
9:11 PM
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We were so sorry to hear of Larry's death. In seems like yesterday we were talking about retirement under St. Julian's tent with you guys. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this most difficult time. We are never ready to lose our spouse, especially when it happens so quickly. May your many memories bring you some comfort and may God's love guard and guide your family.
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Barb Hansen & Ruth-Marie Lyons
bjhansen1@cox.net
Sunday May 2, 2004 at
6:33 PM
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Dear Dietz Family. Though we are in Arizona, we want you to know that we have been thinking of you and remembering all the wonderful times we spent in Paw Paw with the Dietz family. I am sure Ted and Ann and my Dad (Al Lyons) met him at the pearly gates. They probably booked a golf game!! We received Larry's obituary from friends in Kalamazoo. Just wanted you to know you are in our thoughts and prayers. Fondly, Barb Hansen, daughter, & Ruth-Marie Lyons, Fountain Hills, Arizona.
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Pat Terry
patterry@cox.net
Friday April 30, 2004 at
11:14 PM
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It is not often that someone walks into your life that you will never forget - Larry is that person to me. Larry and I started out in a business relationship that soon evolved into a warm friendship. It included both of our wives as well. We have such fond memories of our times together and feel blessed to have known Larry these 25 years. Larry will be in our hearts always. God Bless the Family.
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John Terry
john.p.terry@smithbarney.com
Wednesday April 28, 2004 at
9:16 AM
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Larry was a great friend to my Dad for many years, and through that friendship I had the chance to get to know Larry & spend time with him on an occasional golf or hunting outing. He was a real story teller with a great sense of humor and such warmth. I know from the high regard my Dad had for Larry that he will be dearly missed by all those who had the chance to know him. God Bless Larry & the Irish!
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Bill Ritchie
writchie@mei.net
Friday April 23, 2004 at
2:27 PM
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Larry was a 30 year business friend that I admired. When we started our own company it was Larry who helped during the rough early years. His advice lead us to 25 years of success. Larry's friendship will be greatly missed! God bless the family.
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