Robert Diette Obituary
Born on January 31, 1949 in Barton, Vermont, he was the son of Ernest and Helen (Skoda) Diette. On March 24, 1973 he married Barbara (Garlick) Diette at United Methodist Church in Ypsilanti, Michigan.
Bob worked at Motor Wheel in Ypsilanti for many years before taking a position at Georgia Pacific in Milan for over 19 years, retiring in 2016. He was a good man to everyone he knew. He loved hunting and enjoyed his gardening.
He was preceded in death by his parents, and brother-in-law, David Rodgers.
He is survived by his wife, Barbara H. Diette, son, Timothy Robert Diette, siblings, Beverly Rodgers, Linda Diette, Paula (Bones) Masse, Richard Diette and many nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the family.
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