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Norbert Diedrich Obituary

Diedrich, Norbert

Norbert Fredrick Diedrich, 88, passed away on July 31, 2015 at the Golden Living Center of Abbotsford. Memorial services will be Thursday Aug 6, 2015 at 4:00PM at Maurina-Schilling Funeral Home in Abbotsford, WI. Pastor Bruce Jahnke of the E Free Church will be officiating. Visitation will be from noon until time of service on Thursday at the funeral home. Military Honors will be provided by Colby VFW post #2227.

Norb was born April 18, 1927 in Colby to Frederick & Lena Diedrich. He was raised and attended school in Colby. He joined the Navy and is a veteran of WWII and the Korean war. He was a lifetime member of the Veterans of Foreign War Huber-Schmitt-Bruesewitz-Decker VFW Post 2227, served as commander from 1974 to 1977 and always enjoyed spending time with his friends there.

Norb's favorite hangout was Amber's Café in Colby—owned by his granddaughter. He'd spend hours there most days visiting and joking with customers, just staying in touch with the townspeople.

He married Nettie Mae "Bunny" Correira Bunting on Oct 30, 1948 and together raised 6 children.

Norb was a truck driver—he drove truck in Milwaukee for many years, then for Schjoneman's in Colby finally, semi-retired, he drove truck for Abbyland until he had to quit due to declining health.

He is survived by three sons, Robert (Marcia) of Colby, Thomas (Terri) of Amherst, David (Darlene) of Colby; two daughters; Susan (Scott) Choitz of Colby, and Sandra (David) Witt of Colby. He is also survived by one brother, Carl (Nancy) of Tripoli; one sister, Dee Werlinger of West Allis; 14 grandchildren and15 great- grandchildren.

Norbert was proceeded in death by his parents, his wife, Bunny; one son, James; brothers Harold & Fredrick; sister Joyce Moesch, and one grandson Ronald.

Family and friends may express condolences online at www.maurinaschilling.com.



Published by Marshfield News Herald on Aug. 3, 2015.
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We will miss you Norbie!

chris brewer

August 9, 2015

My heart breaks to a wonderful grandfather. Thank you for being in our lives. Love you and miss

Amy Diedrich

August 6, 2015

So Sorry to hear of your lost.

Larry Allmann

August 4, 2015

I am so sorry. Norbie was and always will be a great man. He will be missed my many. Prayers to all his family.

Robin Froeba

August 3, 2015

My thoughts and prayers are with the family.

Kathy Friday

August 3, 2015

My heart breaks at the passing of such a wonderful man, almost like a father to me. I will miss him very much and our special talks. Love you and miss you!! Say hello to dad for me and rest in peace. My sincere sympathy to the entire family. God Bless!

Ronda Goessl

August 3, 2015

So sorry to hear about Norb. He was a good neighbor and co-worker. Our deepest sympathy to your family.

Norm and Pam Miller

August 3, 2015

Prayers to the family !

Reuben & Loretta Schafer

August 3, 2015

We are so sorry to hear about Norbie. He and Dad can now talk and play cards in Heaven. Our love to all your family

John & Linda Hart

August 3, 2015

My condolences to Norbie's family. He was a great man. He will be missed by many in the area. So sorry to hear of his passing. May he find peace with his Father in heaven.

Jean Schultz

August 3, 2015

Norbie was a good guy. I always enjoyed seeing him. He will be missed. RIP Norbie. Condolences to the family.

Terri Calmes

August 3, 2015

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