Bill Diehl

To Virginia and all the family
I have followed news of Bill's career ever since I left Georgia and moved to Scotland (now 30 yrs +)
and every time to St.Simons visit Nancy to get the Diehl news, so I did know he had not been well. I am so sorry to hear of his untimely passing, as it always is, and to say how much I valued his friendship and working relationship (I was his PR assistant at Theatre Atlanta) and also that of yourself and your mother Virginia who I would love to hear from .. so much love and appreciation to a great man!

I became friends with Bill's daughter Cathy while attending UGA in the mid 70's. Bill was always encouraging to me and a pleasure to be around. My life was enriched by knowing him. I have not seen Cathy in many years, my thoughts are with you and your family..God Bless You

Hi, family. Although I have not seen Bill for many years, we go way back. In 1958 he went into a photo shop in Buckhead, then next door to a ladies' shop, where he purchased some gifts from me. He then told his protege to go next door and check me out. His protege and I dated, married, and reared three boys.
When Bill had Sharky's Machine published, he sent me a copy with the inscription "To Genie, whom I saw first".
His death is a loss; his life was a wonder.
I will miss knowing he is around.
Genie Frick

I had the pleasure of working with Bill in the early 1970s. His creative talent was very evident then. This is truly a great loss.

Hi Ginny,

I don't know if you remember me but my name is Chris Morgan. I was a DJ at WQXI from 1979 to 1989. We did a few promotional things together. Anyway, I didn't know Bill but I just wanted to tell you how sorry I was to hear about his death. I know you know God has a plan for us all. You have known Bill's in this life and yours too for that matter. Now, it's up to you to continue on your path here on earth until you and Bill can be together again. Sincerely,. Chris

We enjoyed your talk years ago in Atl. to our UGA Veterinary Alum group about your book then on the mob. You assured me that you were not afraid of any retaliation and you were right. This is such a shock and you will be missed.

I will always count him as one of the nicest guys I've ever known. He always had time to share our passions on many subjects.
When my mother liked somebody like him, one knows he was a shoo-in for greatness.
So sorry & sad I am Virginia.

As devastated as we were to learn of
Bill's passing, we were more blessed to have known him. Bill lived more "lives" than all of us combined. His accomplishments are staggering, his personality infectious, his legacy will entertain readers for generations. Above all, as we say down south, he was good people. We love you, Virginia. Welcome to Heaven, Bill. I know God's anxious for you to tell him about your next book...

Being an avid reader, I have enjoyed many delightful hours alone with Bill Diehl. He was truly one of a kind.

We will miss you, you old dog.

We understood each other in a special kind of way.We shared good times,memories and dreams.I call you friend but in my heart I call you family.
Carole Jackowitz

Godspeed, old soldier.