- Charlotte M. Diederich, age 72, of Stockbridge, passed peacefully on Sunday, January 18, 2009, with her family by her side. She was born on October 20, 1936, in Stockbridge, daughter of the late John & Elsie (Schmidt) Ricker. She married William "Bill" Diederich on September 23, 1961. He preceded her in death on March 8, 1982. She was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church in Stockbridge. Her greatest joys were her children and grandchildren. Charlotte was a great cook & baker and had a sweet tooth second to none. She enjoyed puzzles, shopping, a good rummage sale, and most of all spending time with, and spoiling her grandchildren. In her later years, Charlotte enjoyed the peace on the farm and the companionship of the animals, Sky, Casey, Buck, Bud, Jack and the many farm cats.
She is survived by her six children and grandchildren: Lori Diederich, Sherwood; Theresa (Duane) Rohm and Callie, Appleton; Gerald Diederich, Stockbridge; John Diederich and fiancee Nikki Burns and her children, Jordan & Alyssa Burns of Stockbridge, Jeanne (Tim) Bornemann and children, Jenna and Kaylee, St. John and Joseph Diederich, Sherwood. She is also survived by a brother, Gary (Gail) Ricker and their children, Nick and Stephanie of Stockbridge; a sister-in-law: Bernita Schroven of Stockbridge; a special cousin: Collette (Kelly) Beckmann of Brookfield, and many other relatives and special friends.
Charlotte was also preceded in death by her parents; a brother, Robert Ricker; mother and father-in-law: Peter and Anna Diederich; brothers and sister-in-law: Ruth and Earl Sell and Norbert Schroven.
Funeral services will be at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, January 21, 2009, at St. Mary Catholic Church in Stockbridge with the Rev. Philip Dinh-Van-Thiep officiating. Friends may call at the church on Wednesday from 2 p.m. until 6 p.m. A memorial fund has been established in the name of Charlotte M. Diederich.
All the little things you have to say, keep reminding us of the day, that the end is drawing near, and we're holding back the tears. You brought us up with love and let us be when the time came you set us free, to make the choices on our own and live. You never asked for anything, yet you taught us to give. You've made your peace and said your goodbyes, we love you and we'll miss the smile in your eyes. You were everything we wanted to be and more, God loved you and will open his door. We love you Mom, and we'll never forget you. In the heart of our soul is where we will keep you. Take care, be happy, look down on us and smile. We'll be all right, it'll just take a while. You are our hero and if there is one thing you've taught us, it is to never give up. Love your six little angels.
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