Jean Diebel July 30, 2024

Date of Funeral

August 9, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce e passing of Jean Elizabeth Diebel (Knipe) in her 96th year. Surrounded by her daughters at the Owen Sound Hospital on July 30, 2024. Jean resided at Kelso Villa in Owen sound and prior to that, Pike Bay. She was the loving wife for 72 years of World War II veteran Kenneth Walter Diebel (2021). She is survived by her loving daughters Sandy Schout of New Hamburg, Cathy (Dan) Legault of Milverton and Pat (Mark) of New Hamburg. Beloved grandmother to Cory Legault, Michelle Legault, Andrew (Jamie) Langenegger, Casey Langenegger & Nick (Kelly) Langenegger. Great Grandmother to Charlie, Amarah, Matteo, Noelle and Kaya. Predeceased by her parents Irene (Seiler) & Gordon Knipe, Mother-in -law Selma (Kaufman) Diebel and brother Keith “Bud” Knipe and wife Marie. She will be sadly missed by her nephews and their spouses and her many Pike Bay friends. Jean began her career as a teacher in a one room schoolhouse teaching grades 1 -8, she then moved to teaching elementary school in Hanover until she started her own family in 1955. She put her energy into being a full time mother and homemaker. She enjoyed cooking, baking, knitting and playing cards with family and friends as well as supply teaching in the Baden, New Hamburg and surrounding area. In 1980 Ken & Jean retired to their beloved Pike Bay where they were involved with the legion, their church and most importantly their children and Grandchildren. Many thanks to the Doctors and nurses at the Lions Head Hospital and the Bright Shores hospital for their compassionate care shown to Jean and her family. Visitation will be held at the Swan Lake (Lions Head) Legion on Friday August 9th at 1:00 with a service following at 2:30, lunch to follow. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Lions Head Legion or the Pike Bay United Church would be appreciated by the family. Funeral arrangements have been made through to the Thomas C. Whitcroft Peninsula Chapel, Wiarton (519) 534-5341. Condolences may be expressed online at www.whitcroftfuneralhome.com

Visitation will be held at the Swan Lake (Lions Head) Legion on Friday August 9th at 1:00 with a service following at 2:30, lunch to follow.

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    Brad and Susan Sharp says

    So very sorry to hear of Jean’s passing. Please know our thoughts are with you.
    Deepest Sympathy.

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    Kim Good says

    So sorry for your loss, thinking of you and your family during this difficult time. It’s not easy loosing your mom. You have a life time of wonderful memories focus on them. Sending hugs.

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    Betty Jones says

    Cathy and Family: So sorry for the loss of your mom and grandmother. May great memories get you through this most difficult time.

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    Jim & Gail Knipe says

    Sandy, Cathy, Pat and families:
    In this difficult time, take Comfort in knowing she has been reunited with Ken. She will be Forever known for her famous “Jeans Beans”, Knipes chicken pot pie and her Cribbage playing.. Hugs to Everyone 🫶🏼
    RIP Aunt Jean 🙏🏻💐

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    Bill Walker says

    Dear Sandy, Cathy & Dan, Pat & Mark and extended family,
    May fond memories provide you strength and hoping it helps to know friends are thinking of you. I have fond memories of mom & dad and was honoured to provide a scroll for their 60th Anniversary.
    With Condolence, Bill Walker

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    Pj and Joe Chirico says

    Our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Jean. She was one of the most wonderful, kind human beings I’ve ever had the pleasure of meeting. She will be sorely missed.

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    Bea Miller says

    Deepest condolences from the family of the late Bud and Kathy Given. 💙

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    Laurel Laughton says

    What we have once enjoyed deeply we can never lose. All that we love deeply becomes a part of us. “Helen Keller”

    Sandy, you are in my thoughts & prayers.

    With heartfelt sympathy,
    Laurel Laughton (Thamesview United)

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    Beverly Walkom says

    Thinking of you, Sandy, at this sad time. Wishing peace and comfort for you and your whole family. May wonderful memories surround you.
    Our sincere sympathy,
    Bev and Lloyd Walkom

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    Shirley Gettler says

    My thoughts and prayers are with you Sandy during this time of sadness.
    In Leonard Cohen’s words – “So come my friends be not afraid, We are so lightly here. It is in love that we are made and in love we disappear.”

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    Les and Gillian Highfield says

    Sympathies on the passing of your mom Jean.
    Ken and Jean were special people who always welcomed you with warmth. And oh, those baked beans of Jean’s. They were so good.
    Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time

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    David Knipe says

    Sandy, Cathy, Pat and families:
    My sincere condolences to all at this difficult time.
    I was fortunate to be able to visit with your mom a number of times while in Owen Sound and we had some great conversations.
    I will always remember how kind and generous she was and she will be missed.
    Sending thoughts and prayers to you all.

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    Betty Johnstone says

    So sorry to hear of Jean’s passing. She was a very special lady and was active until recently. We will miss her at Pike Bay Cards. Rest in peace, Jean.

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