Timothy John Diebel
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September 3, 2015
Coming up on 6 years Tim. I'm still missing you. And still wishing I could have helped.
December 16, 2014
MERRY CHRISTMAS TIM AND THOSE WHO MISS YOU.
September 11, 2014
Hard to believe its been 5 years. You've missed out on a lot. We love you dad.
-Nate
September 11, 2014
Thinking about you Tim. 5 years we've all missed out on. Regards to your family. I hope all is well. Rick
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Dee
May 19, 2014
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TIM. Miss you.
Rick Lenz
September 11, 2013
I miss you Tim.
Ray Groschen
June 25, 2013
Chris and Nate. I pray you 2 are doing well. I often think about you guys and wish I could say hello in person. I miss Tim dearly. I hope your hearts have healed a little. I know what it's like to lose someone unexpectedly. 1 minute they are the rock of Gibraltar and the next, their gone forever and it's so very very sad. If you guys have a little time to say hi, do not hesitate to contact me.
Ray
[email protected]
June 24, 2013
Hi Dad,
Miss you and thinking of you always. Nate and I often reminisce about times we all had together So many good memories.
Love you,
Chris
December 24, 2012
Good thoughts everyone. Merry Christmas
Rick Lenz
September 12, 2012
Tim's Family and Friends. I hope you are all doing well. Rick
Dee
September 10, 2012
It will be three years tomorrow 9-11-09 since you left us. You're not here, but not forgotten. There isn't a day that goes by that I don't think about you. Miss you. Love you.
June 16, 2012
I am so sorry about Tims death, my friend Rick Lenz just told me, Tim was my friend in 1968, Im so sorry Nina Cramer {difronzo}
March 22, 2012
Tim, we think about you every day.
September 12, 2011
Tim, I thought about you all day yesterday. And I know there are many more who think about you every day, your family and friends. I don't think you had any idea how much you would be missed, and by so many. But you are.
August 3, 2011
It seems as though you've been gone for so long, but I can still hear your voice, see your face, and feel your hugs. I miss you and I know you'd be proud.
Love,
Nate
May 20, 2011
Yesterday was the day that I was supposed to call you and give you a hard time about being so old. I miss the friendship old man.
May 18, 2011
Tim
Your birthday is tomorrow, May 19 and you would have been 55. We all miss you terribly and wish you were here. I love you and think about you every day.
Dee
Jeff Winger
May 2, 2011
Thinking of you again, oh the times we had when we were young. Miss you Tim, Rest in Peace
January 11, 2011
2011 is upon us and I wish you were here to experience it with the rest of us.
Love you Dad,
Nathan
December 30, 2010
I still think about you every day Tim. We all miss you.
Rick
Christopher John Diebel
August 14, 2010
Thank you to everyone for all of your kind thoughts and messages through out this last year. Nathan and I have sponsored this guestbook so that it will remain online for the years to come. I hope that people will continue to post messages when they think of dad.
It is amazing to see the impact my dad had on so many different people during his life, whether it had been through friendship, his work, or his family. It brings me peace knowing that my father's legacy will live on in all of those that knew him. He is and will forever be deeply missed.
Good times with family and friends
Chris Diebel
August 14, 2010
Handsome Fella
Chris Diebel
August 14, 2010
August 14, 2010
August 13, 2010
Diebel Family
Now that it's been almost a year since we lost Tim, this book will be closing down. So I decide to write one last time. It's been a hard year for me. So I can imagine how it's been for all of you. Deb, Dan, Tammy, Mary, Nancy, Nate and Chris. I think about all of you, and wonder how you are doing. I hope everyone is well.
Rick Lenz
We love you Dad. Chris and Nate
May 19, 2010
Dad,
Today you would've been 54 years old. I hope that wherever you are, you are at peace. Always know that Chris and I both love you very much, and we are so honored to have had you as a father. We miss you every second of every day, and probably will for the rest of our lives. We both wish that you were still around to share in our experiences. Know that we are who we are directly because of you, and I can't even begin to thank you for that. Also know that we will see each other again someday. Happy Birthday Dad, and I'll be seeing you in my dreams.
Love,
Nathan Timothy Diebel
May 18, 2010
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TIM
Love you and miss you.
Dee
May 17, 2010
I'm missing you old friend. Happy Birthday.
March 19, 2010
Dad,
Chris and I went golfing today and I was remembering the last time we played. I had like a 45ft put for birdie on number 7 at Goodrich. I think you would have gotten a kick out of it. Everything is going ok. Chris is doing really well with his job. You'd be really proud of him. I'm doing good in school and I should be done by the end of this year. I really miss you and I hope that we're making you proud. I love you dad.
Always your son,
Nathan Timothy
Bill Warzeka
February 1, 2010
Hi Deebs,
I was just thinking about you as I have so many times since you passed. What a great guy. You were always there when I needed you. I remember so many times when you were so busy, but then you would find a way to put me at the head of the line. I really miss you.
Chris and Nate - You guys stay strong. I know you are. Your dad really, really cared for you both so much. He was so proud of you guys.
Bill Warzeka
January 18, 2010
Dad,
More than four months have passed since I last saw you, even though it seems like only days. Every time my phone rings I wish it was you calling to check up on me. Or every time I see a white Ford van I picture you coming home form work. It's been really hard without you. I still can't believe you're gone. I'm doing my best to make you proud, and hopefully you are. Other than the wish that you were still here with Chris and me, I wish that I could at least have one more hug. But know that I will never forget all that you have done for me, and all that you have shown me. I love you dad, very much, and I hope that I will see you again someday.
Love,
Nathan Timothy
January 4, 2010
Tim
A new year, 2010, it just doesn't seem the same going into a new year without you. We miss you very much and think about you every day. Devin especially misses you. He's still waiting for you to come home. He asks questions about you and why you're not here. I tried to explain to him that you're in Heaven. He's constantly reminding me of the little things you use to do. He'll rest his pencil on the top of his ear because he said that's what Tim did when he worked on the crossword puzzle.It's amazing how much a 3 year old can remember. Even though it's heartbreaking going into a new year without you, I am comforted knowing you are at peace and I am grateful for that. You will forever be missed by you family and friends. You were a good person with a huge heart..
Rest in peace my love.
December 24, 2009
Chris and Nate, Family and Friends,
I remember the first X-mas without my father. It seemed so wierd that he was not there. He was there tho and Tim is with you 2 always and will be always. This Christmas will be like no other but try as hard as you can not to be sad.
There is hardly a day that goes by that I don't think of you guys and your father but I know he is at rest and at peace and hopefully you guys will find peace too.
Ray and Sharon Groschen
(If you guys ever need to talk, [email protected])
December 22, 2009
Tim's Family and Friends
Even though this will be a difficult Holiday season for all of us. I want to wish you all a Merry Christmas. You are all in our thoughts.
Rick and Family
December 10, 2009
Chris and Nate,
Tomorrow marks the 3rd month of being without your dad. I must tell you both how proud I am of you, and how you have grown in the acceptance that your dad is at peace and in a better place. I am reminded when I look at you both, or see a familiar jesture, how much each of you are like your father in many ways. You can be so proud of that fact as he was such a good person, kind and loved by so many.
I know you both miss him terribly, and the holidays don't make it any easier, but with the new year fast aproaching, we will continue to laugh at the good times, cry at the bad, and always hold your dad near and dear to our hearts.
I am so proud of how you have both come to understand the true meaning of of what it means to be "brothers".
I love you both very much.
Mom
Rick Lenz
December 8, 2009
Nate: Thanks for sharing the pictures. I know how much you miss your Dad. I think about you guys every day. I miss him too. Rick
December 7, 2009
December 7, 2009
October 4, 2009
Dad,
I just want to say that life without you is something that I never thought would have come so soon. I can't even begin to express the love that Chris and I have for you. You were the best father/ friend that either of us could have asked for. We are living proof of how amazing a man you truly were. Each day you will live on through our hopes, dreams, and accomplishments. I know that you will always be with us, and that you were so proud of the men we have become. There are so many things that I want and wish I could say, but none other than the fact that I love you so very much, and I will miss you everyday for the rest of my life. I know you are in a better place, and you are finally at peace.
Love your son,
Nathan Timothy Diebel
Patty (Casci) Myckleby
September 22, 2009
I've just read all the recent entries. How proud all the Diebel's can be of Tim - wow. I've known Tim since grade school - Pres days, church, nuns and uniforms. Good Ol days at Wakefield, Jr. High and High School. I grew up on Dieter Street and he lived on Hazelwood with Nancy and the boys behind my parents. Thanks Nate and Chris for cutting their grass as all us kids had our own homes. Tim was always so nice and Im glad I got to see him many times at the bank and had some heart to heart talks. I enjoyed myself at his and Dee's get togethers either on Hazelwood St. or his more recent home on Laurie Rd, with friends and classmates. I will miss him immensely as you all will too. One thing someone told me when I lost my parents, is that when I have a dream of them -it means they visited you. I always would wake up with a big smile. If he hasn't already visited you - he will!! Love to all - Patty (Casci) Myckleby
Dee Von Wald
September 20, 2009
Nate and Chris
There are no words to express how sad I feel for you two. Always remember, your father was a good man. He would have been extremely proud of the strength you two showed this past week. You're living proof that your dad was a great father. Tim touched so many lives, but none as deeply as mine and his memory will live on in my heart forever. Your father was my best friend and I loved him dearly. There are going to be some rough days ahead, but time will be a source of healing. When you have those days that seem almost impossible to get through, pray for your father's help. Be silent and you will feel his presence. Someday, we will all be at peace with Tim's passing.
Joe Irber
September 18, 2009
I met Tim in 1967, at Flecik field. He was on the mound, warming up. He had an impressive wind up and a smokin' fastball, and for some reason I've always remembered that night. I was impressed by the courage and fortitude of his sons at the service. Our children are a tangeable link to immortality.
Dave Adams
September 18, 2009
Diebel Family
Death of a loved one is the most severe test you will ever face and if you can rise above your grief and if will trust in God, then you will be able to surmount any difficulty with which you may be faced. My prayers are with all of you.
Andre Stouvenel
September 17, 2009
Chris and Nate
Your Dad is with his Higher Power and has found the serenity many of strive for on a daily basis.
Our Prayers are with you Andre, Christy ,Dana and Andrew Stouvenel
Dawn Rousselle
September 17, 2009
I am very sorry to hear of your loss. I remember Tim while visiting the Diebel home with my sister Kathy. He always was a very nice man. Stay strong Debbie,Dan,Mary and Tammi. His children will need your strength and love.To Natalie and Matt I am very sorry for your loss as well. I will pray for all of you as you experiece all of the stages of the loss of a loved one. My condolences to all of you.
September 17, 2009
My deepest sympathy to the Diebel family during this sad time. I am very sorry to hear of your loss. My prayers go out to all of you!! Dawn Rousselle.
Mom
September 16, 2009
My dear sons, Christopher John, and Nathan Timothy. I am so very proud of you both. There are no words to tell you the profound sadness I feel for you that your dad won't be here to share with you both, all the wonderful things yet to come, the accomplishments yet to be, the golf games yet to be played. But know this, you were always his whole life, deep down, his everything. He was so very proud of you both.
He will remain in your hearts forever,
as constant as the morning sun. You will continue to hear his laughter, and the memories of his warm loving hugs, will forever be with you.
Thank you for being my sons, my world, my everything.
I love you both so very much,
Mom
Jenna Knutsen
September 16, 2009
My heart goes out to you and your family, Chris. There are no words to lighten your grief, but know that you are in my thoughts and I hope you can find some comfort in this difficult time.
Rick Lenz
September 16, 2009
Tim
I love you, and I will miss you. Be at peace my friend.
Rick
John Woodward
September 16, 2009
Nate and Chris,
I heard the news earlier today and immediately thought of all the memories I have of you and your dad. Im extremely sorry for the loss. I very recently would see your dad all over town and he always made sure to say hi to me. I remember how he would drive us to, and pick us up from the Maplewood Community Center and all the funny, clever things he would have to say. More importantly, I would ask how Nate was doing and he had nothing but great things to say about you and your brother. Nate, if you need anything at all, please know that you can give me a call anytime or get ahold of me for anything at all. I cant begin to imagine what you've been going through the past couple of days. Ive always been, and always will be here for you buddy...
September 15, 2009
Diebel Family,
You are in my thoughts over the loss of Tim. He had a kind spirit and a contagious smile….I will miss him.. I share in your grief and send my love.
Sincerely,
Kathy, Natalie and Matthew Diebel
Karen Fernow
September 15, 2009
I knew Tim through my brother, Kevin, over the years since high school. Tim was a generous and kind person who was always willing to help and support those around him, even if he hardly knew them. God bless his family in this trying time. You have a special new angel watching over you.
Lynn
September 15, 2009
Mary & Family,
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
In time, may your memories over-come your sadness and grief, with the strength from Love & Laughter that was shared. This time will be a rollercoaster of emotions!! Be GOOD to yourself and each other and allow yourselves to LAUGH & CRY. A good laugh is good for the soul and I'm sure you have a funny memory to share to laugh till you cry!!
May you find comfort with God,family & friends.
THINKING OF YOU,
Mel & Aileene Vanderbilt
September 15, 2009
The loss of someone so close is difficult to bear. We share your grief.
September 15, 2009
Chris and Nate, I am a friend of your Mom's. I want to send my prayers and thoughts to you at this time. Be gentle with yourselves and one another.
Love,
Karen LeBlanc-Brotzler
Camille Epps
September 15, 2009
Nate, Chris, and the Diebel family:
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Tim was a good man and, the memories of him will live on forever. Stay strong during this extremely hard time. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
- Camille, and the Epps family
Vince & Brenna
September 15, 2009
Chris & Nate,
We are very sorry for your loss, and you are in our prayers. Your dad was always welcoming when we came to visit. Tim raised some great sons, and the best of him will continue to live on in you.
Love,
Mary (Lang) Olson
September 15, 2009
I am so sorry for your loss of Tim. I'll say a prayer for all. I remember all his Brothers and Sisters. We all grew up together on Barclay St.
Lori Colliander
September 15, 2009
Chris and Nate. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Your dad was so very proud of you two. He was a wonderful man and always so willing to help anybody. I will miss him.God Bless.
Mary Kuskey
September 15, 2009
September 15, 2009
Dear Nate:
I am so very sorry for the loss of your dad, he was such a nice person and so easy to talk with. I cannot believe this happened, it has to be within the last month that you and I stood and talked about your dad and all was well. My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
September 15, 2009
Mary,
We are so sorry for your loss; as we know how dear your brother was to you.... Please know that our hearts go out to you and the entire family.
-Brenda & Don
carlene winger
September 15, 2009
Be Still
Be still like the grass on a melancholy summer day
Be still like desert shrub.
Be calm and you will hear your loved one speak, in the stillness, in the calm, their love resounds.
If you are still this promise I make, you will hear the voice of your loved one helping you along your way.
Jill Curran
September 15, 2009
Tammy, Mary, Dan and Tim's kids...I'm so sorry that you have to face living without Tim. I'm from the old neighborhood and I always had a bit of a crush on Tim (he also held a special place in my heart because I have a brother named Tim too). Tammy and Mary...let's get together soon outside of the grief zone. As you know, I know of the pain and loss you're feeling right now.
I'll see you very soon.
Dave & Cheri Bauer
September 15, 2009
Chris and Nate, please know how very sorry we feel for your loss. We will miss Tim - he was a great next door neighbor. Please let us know if we can do anything to help aroud the house/yard. Dave will really miss his chats with Tim in the yard.
Dave, Cheri and Sam Bauer
Jill Nelson
September 15, 2009
Our Deepest Sympathy to the Diebel family.
Chris and Nate; Hold on to the good memories and to each other thru this difficult time. Tim will be missed by so many.
God's Love and Blessings to you all.
Jill (Conley) Nelson & Greg Pitlick
Lola Dilley Glendenning
September 15, 2009
I just want to express my sympathy to your family for your lose. I was a classmate and friend, then and always, of Carol's at Wilson high school. I also knew Don and actually went on a date with him, once.
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. God bless.
Sincerely,
Chris Chambers
September 15, 2009
I knew Tim from high school days - there were frequent gatherings of the group of friends always including a lot of good humor. I always liked Tim. He had a great laugh! I am very sorry for your loss.
September 15, 2009
Chris and Nate, we are so sorry for your lost. Please call on us if you need anything. Our prayers and thoughts are with you. The Gage's - Tim, Grace, Sean, Courtney, Mackenze and Keely
Jessica Fritz
September 15, 2009
~Chris & Nate~
Thoughts and prayers go out to you both.
Matthew 5:4
XOXO
Diane Albrecht
September 15, 2009
Tim was a great friend to so many of us from the class of 1974. I first met him when I came to North my senior year. He was always so much more responsible than the rest of us!! A gentle soul, kind and generous and gone too soon. My condolences to Tim's family and loved ones.
Sherry Brindamour
September 15, 2009
I am so sorry for your loss. Tim and I went to school together and we hung around Wakefield Lake in our younger years. He was a great man and will be missed by many. My prayers are with all the family.
Dick & Kathy Palfe
September 15, 2009
I would first like to extend my deepest sympathy to the whole Diebel family. Tim and I go way back. I don't even know where to begin. I remember the fun we had snowmobiling on the old Arctic Cats as kids. The countless hours on South Center Lake ice fishing and not catching a thing. But we still kept trying! Taking summer vacations together with our parents at Lake Alex in Cushing, MN. Riding the mini bikes all over the roads up there. It will be very hard sitting down playing a game of cribbage without thinking of you because of the countless hours and games we played out at the Liquor Store for years. I still think I was the better player even though you took numerous dollars from me. :-) As we got older we changed from mini bikes to motorcycles and cruised the back roads all over the counties. Played lots of pinball at the Time Out Lounge in No. St. Paul. There's so much history that Tim and I have that I will remember forever. I will miss him very much. Palf
Ryan Sepion
September 15, 2009
Nate and Chris,
I'm sorry for the loss and my thoughts and prayers go out to you guys and the rest of your family. Your dad was a great man and will be missed. If you guys ever need anything just give me a call.
Yours truly,
Ryan Sepion
Joel Rogers
September 14, 2009
I heard about Tim's passing from a friend on Saturday. I've known Tim since we played little league baseball together. He has always been a great guy. Every time I needed help with a carpet, he came through. I will miss him. I am very sorry for your loss.
Tim, Nate and Ray boating on White Bear Lk.
September 14, 2009
Tim and Friends
September 14, 2009
Ray Groschen
September 14, 2009
We all went to White Bear Lake to do a little boating around. Tim loved his Bayliner!
Deb Salwasser & Family
September 14, 2009
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
September 14, 2009
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Jen Marshall
September 14, 2009
Chris, Nate, Mare, Tam & Dan,
I am so sorry for your loss. Tim was such a nice guy and will be forever missed by our family. I will miss our weekend visits, summers BBQs, boat trips and many other fun events throughout each year. I know my mother, Dee, who was his companion and friend for the past several years will be forever heartbroken by this loss. Our hearts are with you at this time and know that if you need anything, we are just a phone call away.
Love, Jen & Joe Marshall
Lowell Colliander
September 14, 2009
Chris and Nate, I always enjoyed the times I spent with you and your dad while you were growing up. I am very sad for you. Your dad was a good man and a good friend and will be greatly missed. Take care of yourselves.
Patty Palfe
September 13, 2009
To the Diebel family, I am very saddened to hear of your loss! My thoughts and prayers go out to each one of you. Even though we haven't seen each other as of late, I have always considered you my second family! Tim will surely be missed. My heart goes out to all of you.
Patty Palfe-White Bear Lake
Dave Rasmussen
September 13, 2009
Nate and Chris we just wanted to let you know how deeply we feel for you and the rest of the family. You guys know i love ya and always loved your dad since i was in third grade and playing ball with the both of you. Our hearts are with all of you and will be on our prayer list. Keep your heads held high, you have a wonderful father who loves the two of you very much and is one of the best guys i know! He will be watching over and protecting you always. He always had a smile and something encouraging to say to me whenever i saw him!
Lots of love guys,
Dave Rasmussen
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