Michael Diehl

March 28, 1954 - April 20, 2017

Michael Diehl Sr. DOVER — Michael A. Diehl Sr., 63, of Dover passed away Thursday, April 20, 2017, at his home. Born March 28, 1954, in Chicago to Raymond K. and Virginia A. (Kretz) Diehl, he married Katherine Weakland May 25, 1996. He was a contract laborer for Carpenters Local 558. He enjoyed custom building motorcycles and classic cars, and his St. Bernard “Moose”, but nothing more than a good cold beer on a hot sunny day. He had good work ethics. Surviving are one daughter, Nichole L. (Bill) Diehl Albecker of Aurora; one son, Michael A. (Lori Balsitis) Diehl Jr. of Naperville; one stepson, Matthew Francis of Hollowayville; one sister, Joy (Tom) Burgess of Palm Harbor, Fla.; and one granddaughter, Maisie Diehl of Naperville. He was preceded in death by his parents and his wife, Katherine, on April 25, 2013. A Celebration of Life service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, a memorial will be established in his name. The Norberg Memorial Home in Princeton is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be left at www.norbergfh.com.