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Virgiline Dietz Obituary
Formerly of Williamston - Virgiline "Virgie" Myrtle Dietz formerly of Williamston, Michigan passed away on Sunday, September 9, 2018 with her loving family by her side. She was born on April 20, 1920 in Williamston.
She was preceded in death by her parents Ivan and Rhea (Otis) Perkins, her husband and the love of her life for 55 years Paul, brother Otis (Eleanor) Perkins, sister Bernadine (Herm) Fuller, brother Arvid Perkins, brother Cloyce Perkins, brother Arnold Perkins, brother in law Jim McQuay, and grandson Douglas Dietz.
Virgiline is survived by her sister Marlowe McQuay-Eden, sister Lorna (Robert) Brown, daughter Mardell (Donald) DeLoof (Dietz), daughter Diane Dietz, grandchildren Jeffery (Denise) Brown, Gregory (Jenifer) Dietz, Steven (Rebecca) Brown, ten great-grandchildren, two great-great grandchildren, sister in laws Lorena Perkins and Marge Perkins, and many nieces and nephews.
Alongside her husband Paul, together they built the family business, raised a family together and traveled together. Virgie was incredibly strong, yet kind and compassionate. She loved high heels and dancing, and will be remembered as likely being a Queen in her prior life.
Please join Virgie's family at Family Life Wesleyan Church, 3720 Rowley Road, Williamston for a Memorial Service on Friday, September 14, 2018 at 11 am. The family will be receiving friends one hour prior to the service. Memorial contributions in memory of Virgie may be made to Family Life Wesleyan Church, or Great Lakes Caring Hospice, 3100 A West Road, Suite 100, East Lansing, Michigan 48823.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.grwilliamston.com for the Dietz family.
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Lucia Grammel (Bird)
September 29, 2018
Roy & I send our condolences to your family on hearing of Virgies passing. Diane and Mardell, you had the most amazing parents! They, along with Dana Shepler, Jim Boardway, Don Hawkins, and Velma Osterle, mentored me in work ethic, life skills and solid commitment in my formative teen and young adult years. They sure were patient! For the opportunity to be in their employ for ten years, I am eternally grateful. I have only happy memories and fun stories of my time spent at Dietz Pool & Patio Supply. What a privilege to know you all! Our prayers are with you as you continue your journey.
From,
Lucia (Bird) Grammel
Wilmore, KY
Jason and Erin Zimmerlee
September 16, 2018
Virgi was an amazing woman. She will be truly missed by all who were blessed to know her.
John Gustafson
September 13, 2018
Mardell, my thoughts are with you upon the passing of your mother. Always remember that the pleasant memories of her will always keep her close to you. Your classmate, Gus
Don & Gwen Erickson
September 12, 2018
Dear Steve & Becky, We are sorry to hear that your grandmother has died. We hope your many fond memories of her will sustain you during this time of your grief.
Janet Strope
September 12, 2018
Diane, Mardell, I wish you both well. I will always remember our bridge night with a smile. Virgie was a wonderful woman with class we rarely see any more. I truly loved her.
Janet Strope
September 12, 2018
Diane, Mardell, it's been a long struggle. I wish you both well. I will always have those bridge memories. Virgie was most wonderful with a kind of class we rarely see any more. I know you will miss her
The Hayward Family
September 12, 2018
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you! Your Mom was such a sweet lady. She will surely missed. We enjoyed many years of friendship!
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