November 20, 1949 - December 05, 2020
Wayne Diede, 71, passed away unexpectedly in his home on Saturday, December 5, 2020.
He was born in Lodi to Lillian Doddington and Lloyd Diede. He spent his childhood on the family ranch working side by side with his brothers and sisters in the vineyards and running cattle. He graduated from Lodi High before enlisting in the US Army where he served as an Airborne Ranger in Vietnam. He earned many medals. Years later he was married and had his two children. Together with his family he built a legacy to be proud of. As a proud owner of Diede Construction / Companies he gave his all. He spent a lifetime giving back to the community.
He was a strong man who was fiercely loyal. A serious man who appreciated a good laugh. He had a great sense of humor. He was an awesome dad and even better grandpa. He loved spending time with the family and chasing or hearing about the grandkids adventures. He enjoyed a warm afternoon on the tractor, a comfy chair and a nice movie with his sweetheart on his lap or a nice book and a quick nap. He was a diehard 49er fan and loved watching and participating in his children's and grandchildren's sports activities. He was always their biggest fan.
He left behind his partner, Donna Bills; his children, Jake (Taylor) Diede and Jessica (Isaac) Ramirez; his grandchildren, Jacob and Jaxon Diede and Genesis and Noah Ramirez; his brothers, Steve (Bo) and Bruce (Tammy) Diede; sisters, Marcia (Bob) Lee and Margo (Mark) Cook; and his many nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews who he loved very much.
SERVICE
There will be a private Service Tuesday, December 15th at Cherokee Memorial. He will be laid to rest in the Garden of Freedom.
Dad if I had a choice I would still choose you. Thank you for everything you poured in to us. We love you.
Donations in lieu of flowers can be sent to the American Legion Lodi Post 22 P.O. Box 521 Lodi CA 95241 or Micke Grove Zoo Foundation, ATTN: Park Donation Trust, Miscellaneous Account, 1150 W. Robinhood Dr., Suite 11-A, Stockton, CA. 95207.
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Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Diede family.