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Richard Diehl Obituary

Richard (Ric) Diehl, age 71, died on February 4, 2019. Beloved father of Kimberly (Doug) Brunnert and cherished grandfather of Lincoln and Benjamin Brunnert, Ric was a lifelong member of the American Institutes of Architects and practiced architecture and asbestos abatement in the Chicagoland area for many decades. He was a lifelong learner, giving joy to many as he learned baking tricks, stained glass creating, antique clock repair and restoration, woodcarving, and watercolor. He died as he lived, thinking of others and offering kind words and a positive attitude despite any personal hardships. He will be missed by many. Please share memories and stories so his legacy can continue. A celebration of his life will be held on March 9 from 2-4 pm at StoneWood Ale House, 601 Mall Drive Schaumburg, IL 60173.

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Feb. 10, 2019.

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Amanda

March 17, 2019

My sincere condolences to the family. I took care of Ric when he was a patient of mine back in November-December 2018 at Burgess Square. Very strong man. A true fighter. Kept a close eye on him even though it may have annoyed him at times...to constantly see me. Very nice. Always had something nice to say. So sorry for your loss Kim

Zuhair Suidan

February 18, 2019

I knew Ric through Triangle Fraternity at the Illinois Institute of Technology. He was full of life and promise. Not surprised to learn of his many lifelong hobbies. My sincerest condolences to his family.

Jeff Black

February 17, 2019

My sincere condolences to the family. Ric and I shared a unique friendship. During Ric's 1st semester at IIT and Triangle fraternity, we shared the same room with Ric being my pledge-son. We got to know one another especially close, which created a lasting bond for several years thereafter. Additionally, I was honored to have Ric serve as part of my wedding crew. Special guy, special friend, will be sorely missed.

Denny Mickunas

February 16, 2019

I remember Rick's easy laugh. I'm not surprised to read of his lifelong learning. My sincerest condolences to his family.

February 16, 2019

I was Rick's roommate for a semester at Triangle Fraternity. I'll remember him as a sincere friend, full of ideas, and also ready to enjoy a good time. I watched him spend many hours leaning over his drafting table as he completed one drawing after another. He will be sorely missed. My condolensces to the Diehl family . . .
Al Ottens
Rockford IL

Jeffrey Anderzhon

February 16, 2019

Very sad to hear of Ric's passing. A good, kind friend and colleague. Condolences to all his family and to all of those who have fond memories of having been touched by his life.

February 10, 2019

I am so sorry for your loss may the words of God comfort you and your family may God give you strength in peace in mind knowing that God care about your sorrow at 1peter 5:6,7.my heartfelt condolence to you and your family! LC

Sue and Doug Walega

February 10, 2019

We were so sad to hear of Ric's passing. Our deepest condolences to his family. He was a great person to know. Doug has fond memories of his days working for Ric as a young architect. He will he missed.

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Celebration of Life

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601 Mall Drive, Schaumburg, IL

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