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Mary “Molly” Calder Diem, 74

May 02, 2021

Mary “Molly” Calder Diem, 74, of Lancaster, PA passed away on May 2, 2021. Born in Lancaster, she was the daughter of the late William H. Calder and Mary (Landis) Calder. Molly had over 55 joyful years of marriage to the love of her life, James E. Diem.

She graduated from Lampeter Strasburg High School in 1964 and was a longtime member of St. Thomas Episcopal Church. Molly was employed for many years in her family business, Calder Manufacturing Company, and later retired from RGS Associates after 18 years of service.

In addition to her husband, Molly is survived by her daughters: Kimberly D. Heim (Rodney) of Manheim, PA and Pamela C. Diem of East Petersburg, PA, brothers: William H. Calder, Jr. (Elizabeth), James L. Calder (Eileen) and George L. Calder as well as many beloved nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her in-laws, Earl K. Diem and M. Elizabeth (Esbenshade) Diem and a sister-in-law, Mary Ellen Calder.

Services will be private and at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions in Molly’s memory may be made to Hospice & Community Care, P.O. Box 4125, Lancaster, PA 17604-4125.

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May 10, 2021

Dear Jim, Kimberly, Pamela,
In our thoughs and cherished Memories your loved one is always with us.
May your precious memories and symphany of friends help to comfort you at this time.
  With prayers and all my love.
               Always,
                 Glenda Haverstick Hoffer  

May 09, 2021

Jim, Kim and Pam, I am so sorry for your loss. Molly was such a beautiful lovely  person. Always with a smile on her face and so easy to talk to. She will be so missed by so many. Especially her dear friend Bonnie!
Carole/Gordon Bosler

May 08, 2021

Hi Jim,
I was so sorry to hear of Molly’s passing.  Nancy and I extend our heart felt sympathy to you.  Remembering many good times back in the RGS days with both of you.
Sincerely, your 2nd cousin,
Bob

May 06, 2021

Condolences to the family.
Teri and John from the Corner Cut.

May 06, 2021

We are shocked and saddened to hear of Molly’s death. We want to offer our condolences to the entire family. Jim, we are so sorry. You guys were the best.
Mark Johnson

May 06, 2021

I am so sorry to hear of Molly’s passing. She was a wonderful coworker and friend to me and I will always treasure the memories I have.
Karen Musser

May 05, 2021

To All Family Members and Friends of Molly,
Remembrance of Molly’s childhood big smile and cheerful countenance comes readily back to mind.  She surely will be missed by all who knew and loved her.
John Bowers, neighbor on Conestoga Terrace sixty years ago

May 05, 2021

Dear Jim, Kim, Pam, and Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. She was a wonderful neighbor and kind person who we will truely miss. Thinking of you and your family at this most difficult time.
The Schaefer Family

May 05, 2021

Dear Jim, Kim and Pam; Laurie and I were deeply sorry to learn of Molly’s passing.  She will be missed by many.  I, having grown up in Buchmiller Park, will always fondly remember the adventures the Brunkes and Calders had as children.  Most of all, I’ll always remember Molly as a quiet, considerate person.  She is at peace having joined the Lord’s Heavenly family.  Walter and Laurie Brunke

May 05, 2021

Jim,
I have so many wonderful memories with you Molly. Keep yours close to your heart and know howw happy you made her.

May 05, 2021

So sorry for your loss Jim. We have a lot of good memories.  Sandy and Bob Bowman

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