Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
FUNERAL HOME
Mary DILLER Obituary
Mary Elizabeth Diller, 97, of Medway, OH, passed away on February 23, 2021, at the home of her daughter in Harrisonburg, VA. Mary was born on January 14, 1924, in Archbold, OH, to Oscar and Herma Gautsche. On April 1, 1950, she married Victor Diller. Mary was a homemaker and dedicated her life to raising her six children. She was a wonderful cook and pie maker. She also raised a garden with Victor, and they froze or canned much of their food. She was very proud of her family and supported their many activities. She enjoyed playing games, assembling puzzles, eating cookies and family time. Mary was an active member of the Mennonite Church, where she taught Sunday school and was part of the women's sewing group.Mary was preceded in death by her husband, Victor Diller; her son, Fred Diller; her parents, Oscar and Herma Gautsche; and four siblings, Doris Ebersole, Delmar Gautsche, Alice Schmucker and Richard Gautsche.
She is survived by her children, Steve Diller (Kelly), Vicki Martinez (Jim), Eric Diller (Carole), Lori Diller and Shari Suttles (Barry); her ten grandchildren, Jason Martinez (Christy), Sarah Martinez, Kristi Diller (Chris), Andy Diller (Jennifer), Jeremy Deady (Raeanne), John Deady, James Deady (Zoey), Ian Suttles (Katherine), Caitlyn Buller (Craig) and Seth Suttles (Emily); her ten great-grandchildren, Kai, Isaac, Elise, Nora, Josie, Zeva, Miles, Malaki, Renlee and Quinn; and two siblings, Dale Gautsche and Glenda Hurst; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Paul and Maxine Diller. The family is very grateful for the
loving care that Generations Crossing Adult Day Care provided to Mary over the last 5 years of her life and the support of Sentara Hospice during end of life care.
A graveside service was held at Huber Mennonite Church in New Carlisle, OH. If you wish to honor Mary, you may contribute to Generations Crossing at www.generationscrossing.com or to a hospice of your choice. Arrangements entrusted to TROSTEL, CHAPMAN, DUNBAR & FRALEY FUNERAL HOME.
Expressions of sympathy may be made at trostelchapman.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Mary DILLER
Sponsored by Trostel, Chapman, Dunbar & Fraley Funeral Home.
0 Entries
Be the first to post a memory or condolences.
Make a Donation
in Mary DILLER's name
Memorial Events
for Mary DILLER
Funeral services provided by:
Trostel, Chapman, Dunbar & Fraley Funeral Home507 W. Jefferson Street, New Carlisle, OH 45344
How to support Mary's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Mary DILLER's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
