of Oakland, AR
March 15, 2015
Mr. John C. Dietiker, age 78, passed away Sunday, March 15, 2015. He was born in Chicago, Illinois, November 7, 1936, to John James and Edna Mae (Hatherley) Dietiker. During his youth he lived in a remote part of Ontario, Canada, where he helped his parents build Sak Bay Lodge Resort. There he enjoyed the activities of hunting and fishing and often acted as a guide for guests of the resort. John was a man who enjoyed his ''toys,'' especially fast cars of which he owned several (because he loved to trade them). His preference was for Corvettes; a choice which provided the family with interesting travelling. John was the owner/operator of Dietiker Plumbing and Heating in Pontiac, Illinois. He was an endowed member of the NRA and an avid gun owner. Eighteen years ago he retired to Oakland, Arkansas with his wife, Janice, with whom he enjoyed 58 years of marriage. In Pontiac, he was a member of St. Mary's and, while living locally, a member of St. Williams in Gainesville, Missouri.
John is survived by his beloved family: his wife, Janice, of Oakland, Arkansas, his daughter, Jeanne Weber, of Pontiac, Illinois, his sons, John (Bernie) of Fairbault, Minnesota, Jamie (Debbie) of Pontiac, Illinois and Chris of Bloomington, Illinois. He is also survived by ten grandchildren, Stacy, Carrie, Renee, Nathan, Joel, and Dara Weber and Heather, John Joshua, Chelsea, and Josalynn Dietiker. Ten great-grandchildren also survive him: Gage, Nola, Aaron, Mason, Alex, Adam, John Tyler, Joshua, Lyric and Lugosi. One sister, Mary (Bill) Groves of Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada and a number of nieces and nephews also survive John.
He was preceded in death by his parents and Houdini, a beloved pet.
The family plans for a celebration of life at a later date.
We wish to express our deepest sympathy for your loss. The loss of someone in death is a pain none of us should have to endure.
Jehovah’s promises in The Bible provided our family great comfort when our father passed away and we hope that you can find a measure of comfort as well. John 5:28 says “Do not marvel at this because the hour is coming in which all of those in the memorial tombs will hear his voice and come out.”
Revelation 21:4 gives us great comfort in knowing that very soon, none of us will have to also experience the pain of losing a loved one again. It promises “And he will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will morning nor outcry nor pain be anymore”.
Our deepest condolences to your family!
The Wright Family
Dear Jan... So very sorry to read about John's death. You are in my thoughts. I'm sure your wonderful family is a great support ... as you are a support to them. Kay
I would like to express my sincere condolences to the loss of your loved one.In the scriptures Job 14:14,15 and John 5:28, God promises that he will resurrect our loved ones in the near future .I hope that Jehovah , the God of comfort grant you peace.
Sorry for your loss.
Sorry to hear of John's passing. I have alot of good memories of when he worked at Dad's plumbing shop.
My sympathy to you and your family. We will be missing you at Cursambri. Good thoughts to you.
Were keeping you in our prayers. I'm glad I had the privilege to meet him. If you need anything give me a call.
John and Bernie--You are in our thoughts and prayers. We remember him so well Not only was he a businessman but a TRUE gentleman. Know we are thinking of you in your sorrow and everyone here at Pontiac Electric sends their condolences.
Dear Janice,
I am so very sorry to hear this news of John passing. He was such a sweetheart. I will keep you and your family in thought and prayer.
Sheila
From the wall in the kitchen at the cabin...for someone special, will miss you Uncle John.
The Clock of Life
The clock of life is wound but once
And no man has the power
To tell just where the hands will stop,
At late or early hour.
To lose one's wealth is sad indeed,
To lose one's health is more.
To lose one's soul is such a loss
As no man can restore.
The present only is our own.
Live, love, toil with a will.
Place no faith in 'tomorrow'
For the clock may then be still.
Thinking of you and your family at this time. Praying for your peace and comfort.
Lisa Lambert
So sorry to hear of the passing of John. We have so many great memories of visiting him in Arkansas, having conversations out on the deck and watching all the wildlife. He will be missed by so many and he was loved by all. Prayers and condolences to Janice, Jeanne, John, Jamie, Chris and all the extended family. You are on our minds and in our hearts. Greg and Kathy Weber
I will forever miss being called "Sam." Grandpa was the best male role model I ever had. Love you.
Janice,
John will be missed greatly. We are so proud to have had the opportunity to have known him. We will be thinking of you and praying for you and your family at this time. Know that if you need anything we are here for you.
Love,
Amy, Robbie, and Ellie Green
Hello Jan,
Our sympathies to you and your family on Johns passing. We were your neighbors across from Glen in Oakland
Regards, Ann & Walter Lundgren.