Joel Dean Zediker

My condolences to the Zediker family. I was truly shocked when a mutual Joel's and mine called me and told me of Joel's passing. The last time Joel and I spoke was a couple of years ago. We talked about travel and retirement. Since we had been classmates Joel suggested that when we turn 65 years of age we should get several of our former classmates together and celebrate. We are now 65 now but never got to do that so I guess we'll just have to celebrate when we meet again.

I just learned of Joel´s passing , he was an old friend that did a good job of keeping in touch - we were competitors in high school but became closer friends and teammates when we went off to Centralia College to play baseball- he was my roommate and teammate there and we played together with the Bellingham Bells and WWU. I was on deck at Sick´s Stadium at the Phillies tryouts the day his arm failed him - he was something when he pitched - long, confident and hard to hit - keep throwing high...

I remember moving to Burlington in 1966 and Joel and his family lived just down the street. We became fast friends with our love of sports. I truly am sorry to hear of his passing and that of George (who coached us in little league) and Ramona. My the Good Lord bring laughter and joy to his family as Joel did for my family.

Joel , and Family, You were one of my good friends from grade school, your mom was my babysitter, your dad my Coach. we spent many good times , Baseball Cards, and Little league- Although I wasn't very good at Baseball LOL. Every time over the years that we saw, or ran into each other ( sometimes over many years ) It was like we had just talked the other Day. Good bye my Friend - Talk soon

I have very fond memories of coach Joel and his dad George. 2 of my all time favorite baseball coaches. Thoughts and prayers to all the family.

Love my cousin Joel! Like a funny big brother! A bright light and exuded love to everyone.

Cousin Joel, there´s not a childhood memory from a family reunion where you weren´t the life of the party. Your laughter was contagious and your acceptance of people knew no boundaries. You will be missed but forever cherished.

Joel was a really great guy, fun to talk with, and what a great laugh. So sorry to hear of his passing. May he rest in peace. Or thought and prayers are with him and his family.

I grew up with the Zediker family. My first teacher in Kindergarten was his mother, as she was my daughters first teacher. A first in her teaching career to have 2 generations. All Joel's siblings were marvelous, kind people. Always helpful as the family they came from. Went through all our schools and grades with the family of siblings. My father worked with George on construction quite often. Just all around fine folks. My sympathies to all the extended family. Such a great heritage...