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Ralph Deitrich Obituary
Louisville - Ralph Everett "Bim" Deitrich, 70, of Louisville, passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, August 28, 2020 with his loving wife by his side.
Bim was born the only child to Ralph Norman Deitrich and Nancy (Cardwell) Deitrich on September 27, 1949 in Boone, Iowa. He attended Washington & Lee University, graduating with a Bachelor of Arts degree in European history in 1971. From there, he took his wealth of knowledge about restaurants and begin his journey of becoming a famed restaurateur. Alongside him every step of the way has been his wife, Joanne (Lewis) Deitrich, whom he married on September 17, 1971.
Upon moving to Louisville with his wife, Bim began his unmatched career as a restaurant icon in this foodie city. The span of his career and his impact on the restaurant community cannot be done justice with a mere list of his accomplishments and restaurant ventures. The past several years of his career were spent consulting in different parts of the country, most recently taking his immeasurable talent to Nashville's restaurant scene.
He is survived by his wife, Joanne of Louisville; his son Nicolas Deitrich (Blake) of Goshen, KY; his daughter Marisa Nemirow (Adam) of Mt. Pleasant, SC; and two grandchildren, Lorelei and Ronin Deitrich of Goshen, KY. Bim was preceded in death by his parents, Ralph and Nancy Deitrich.
Honoring Bim's wishes, there will be no memorial or visitation at this time, but a celebration of life will occur once it is safe to do so and larger celebrations are possible.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Bim's name to The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society at www.lls.org.
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Kim Hall Evans
October 29, 2021
Joanne I am so sad to hear about Bim´s passing. As you know I worked for him for 10 years. My tips put me through college. Your family was very special to me and I will always appreciate the love you showed to me. I pray you and the kids are doing ok. God bless you.
Kim
Tom Crumpler
January 4, 2021
I worked with Bim when owned Myra´s Restaurant. He was a generous mentor with his knowledge about wine and the art of creating successful restaurants.
He taught me a lot those many years ago when I was a server in his restaurant. He will be missed in by many Louisville I am certain. My condolences to his family.
Jeanne Lippman
September 22, 2020
Boy, am I sadden to learn of Bim’s passing. We were friends from prep school in Maine and just recently reconnected when he gave me suggestions for a trip to Charleston. I am so sorry for your loss and I will pass the information onto others who knew him from school in Maine.
He was a very kind person with loads of talent.
Maureen Rubini Quinlan and Family
September 21, 2020
You know we loved Bim so very much. Our hearts are heavy with his loss. His love of food and hospitality encouraged so very many in the industry. He will be so much missed in community. Will be in touch.
Debbie Richter
September 6, 2020
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I have very good memories of Bim, from Deitrich's Restaurant and Allo Spiedo on Frankfort Avenue. As the former owner of Sweet Surrender, I would deliver desserts. I remember Bim's big smile! I am thinking about you Joanne, and your family. Heaven will be brighter, with his smile from above.
Michael Nabicht
September 6, 2020
My wife and I enjoyed many many meals at his restaurants. Visitors (even a business guest from Paris) always loved to go to Bims. We are fortunate to have had him here and will miss him very much. Please accept our condolences on his passing.
Linda and Rebecca Renzi
September 5, 2020
Bim was a good person, and a great boss. We have fond memories of him, and he he will truly be missed. Sending love.
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