John “Jack” Dietz, Dunmore, passed away in the Regional Hospital of Scranton after being stricken ill Sunday evening. His wife was Dolores A. Gdovin Dietz who passed away in 2011. The couple had been married for 54 years.
Born1935 in Scranton he was the son of the late John and Loretta Sheridan Dietz. He was educated in Scranton schools and went into the banking industry where he worked 42 years with the Citizens Savings Association where he moved up through the ranks and eventually served as president and chief executive officer. In his retirement, Jack volunteered his time with various groups including, St. Francis of Assisi Kitchen, Meals on Wheels, Hospice of the Sacred Heart, Habitat for Humanity as well as the Parish Council at the Our Lady of Mount Carmel Parish, Dunmore. He attended Mass regularly at St. Paul’s Church, his childhood parish. Jack served our country honorably in the United States Army.
Surviving are his son J. Patrick Dietz and his wife Christine and their children Ryan and Colin Dietz, Molly Dietz and her fiancé Erik Hubbard and Joe Dietz and his fiancé Ashley Tarabeck; daughter Ann Ebersol and her husband Merle and Ann’s children Christopher, Leah and Nicholas Wasnetsky; daughter-in-law Alaina Dietz and her children Arielle and Dylan Dietz.
Jack was also preceded in death by his son Thomas Dietz; sister Joan Dietz; his companion Peggy Boland, who added much joy to Jack’s life.
Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Monday March 24th at 10:00 AM in Saint Paul’s church Penn Ave. Scranton.
Friends may call Monday morning from 9:00 AM until the time of Mass in the church
Interment will take place in the Mount Carmel cemetery, Dunmore.
In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorial contributions to be made to St. Francis of Assisi kitchen 500 Penn Ave Scranton PA 18509 or to the St. Joseph’s Center 2010 Adams Ave. Scranton, PA 18509
Arrangements have been entrusted to and are under the care and direction of the Vanston and James Funeral Home, Scranton.
To share a fond memory or to express your sincere condolences to the family please visit www.vanstonandjames.com
Aidan Kearney
Pat
I am so sorry to hear about your father , I am here if you need anything.
Maura Boland
Pat, Ann, and Family,
I am heartbroken to hear this terrible news. Simply stated, your father was the most positive person that I have ever met. He brought joy to my Mom and to our family. He loved all of you so much and spoke of you constantly. What a life well lived. Please know that we are here if you need anything.
Dana
Dear Pat and family,
So extremely sorry hearing about the passing of Jack. We had the pleasure of meeting Jack and becoming friends through Fratelli’s and he quickly became like family. Always so kind, quick with a joke, and truly one of the most sincere gentlemen you could and want to meet. He never had a negative thing to say. He had one of the most positive and uplifting attitudes. We loved listening to his stories about his bike rides and also seeing pictures. We also know how much he adored his family. We will truly miss seeing him every week and having our chats. His smile and kindness will not be forgotten. Keeping you all in our prayers during this difficult time.
God bless,
Joe, Dana & Carly Joy Bozym
Joe McDonald
Jack Dietz was truly a wonderful man!
Merle Ebersole
I will always remember him as Mr. Wonderful. I couldn’t ask for a better Father in Law. Family gatherings will never be the same.
Gigi Muracco
Im so very sorry !! Jack was a wonderful man
Prayers for the family
Theresa Loeh
Dear Pat and family,
Please accept our condolences on the passing of your dad. You are in our thoughts.
Sincerely, Jim and Terri Loeh
Mary Schirra
I’m so saddened by Jack’s passing. I have been his next door neighbor for the past seven years. He and I bonded over our shared love of flowers, and Jack always enjoyed the flowers I planted between our driveways. Jack always had a smile on his face and would always respond “I’m wonderful” when asked how he was doing. He was an inspiration to me because he continued to take his almost daily bike rides well into his late eighties. I will miss him and his cheerful greetings and smile.
Mary lou Stewart
Jack will be missed by my whole family in Baltimore. Being first cousins, we shared many wonderful years filled with good memories. Which can’t be erased. Will always cherish the good meals, warmth and laughter we shared over the years
Mary lou Stewart
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Wendy Weber Leo
So very sorry Dietz Family to hear of your Dad’s passing. My Dad, Chick Weber and your Dad worked many years together at Citizens Savings & Loan. You are all in my thoughts and prayers!
Joan Housley Bowling
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I graduated with John from Tech High School in 1954.
Joan Housley Bowling
Matgie
So sorry for your loss. I loved going on bike rides with Jack. He was a wonderful man.
Lisa Jadick
Pat, Chris, Colin and Family,
So sorry for your loss. Jack was a wonderful man and I have so many great memories of him! He hired me at Citizens and I am still here after 44 years! Sending thoughts and prayers.
Lisa Jadick
Patrick Guerrise
Pat, Ann and Family
Jack, my cousin Pat Mandarano, and I had so many good times together. Every road trip and car show was a mini adventure. Jack had the greatest attitude and approach to life. He always felt “wonderful! “. I miss him and I am heartbroken.
William Torbeck
It is an absolute honor to know Jack Dietz. Thank you for your guidance and wisdom Jack.
You will never be forgotten.
All the best to the family.
William Torbeck
It is an absolute honor to have known Jack.
Truly an remarkable man.
All the best to the family.
Tony Amico
He was such a gentleman. We had many encounters and conversations. I did some masonry work for him and later spent countless times at car shows and local restaurants. He was a delight to know and I’ll miss him. Rest in peace Jack.
DEBRA PFURR
Dear Dietz Family,
We were so shocked to hear of Jack’s passing. He was so happy and full of life we never thought he would have to leave us! We both have wonderful, funny memories of working with three generations of the Dietz family and Jack and Dolores at the old annual summer picnics. We also enjoyed researching the family tree for Jack and he was always so appreciative. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. We are so sorry we could not attend due to a prior commitment, but please know our hearts were and are with you. Deb and Wendy