Betty Catherine Diem, 84

October 08, 2013

Betty Catherine Diem, 84, of Gordonville was welcomed into Heaven by her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on October 8, 2013. She was born in Fetterville, PA in 1929 to the late George and Blanche Witwer.
She worked for several years at Singing Needles Factory in Leola. Her hobbies included making crafts and shopping, but most of all she loved spending time with her family. She was a blessing to all that knew her. The generosity and kindness she portrayed touched the lives of many.
In addition to her husband, John L. Diem of 56 years, she is survived by three daughters: Joan, wife of Donald Fisher of New Providence, Darlene, wife of Elam Petersheim of Bird In Hand, Jackie, wife of Harry Harsh of Gordonville; four grandchildren: Butch Himelright married to Kathy of Quarryville, Anita Southam married to Kevin of Gordonville, Steve Lapp of Gordonville, Dana Gettler married to Troy of Ephrata; five great grandchildren: Dalton Southam, Kaitlyn & Kendall Himelright, Blaine & Larissa Gettler; one sister: Marian Harnish of New Holland; a caring niece: Linda Weaver of New Holland; plus many more loving family members. She was preceded in death by four sisters, one brother, one grandson, and one granddaughter.
The family would like to thank the wonderful staff on the 7th floor at Lancaster General Hospital for their excellent care and kindness.
Relatives and friends are welcome to come and celebrate Betty’s life at Worship Center, 2384 New Holland Pike, Lancaster, PA on Monday, October 14, 2013 at 11 a.m. The family will receive friends on Monday from 10 a.m. until the time of service. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice and Community Care, 685 Good Drive, Box 4125, Lancaster, Pa. 17604-4125.