"John was always more a friend than a co-worker. I am so saddened by news of his passing, but feel so blessed to have called him my friend."
In loving memory of
John Dieker
John "Julian" Dieker, 61, peacefully "shuffled off this mortal coil" on March 24, 2010 at his home in Phoenix. He was born on April 15, 1948 in Salinas, California to Harold Dieker and Rose-Ellen Kerwin. He settled in Arizona for the last 20 years after traveling extensively as a young adult and living in many interesting places, including San Francisco in the
Tributes
""you first pookie" One could only hope to be such a smart, hardworking, fun, complex, engaged humanbean (his term). Life with J. was like a geode (which he collected many of) you never knew what you were in for until you cracked it open. Rest in peace dear J. thanks for the children, fun trips, unusual adventures and education. I am a fuller person for having been a part of your life for over 20 years. Love you....bye."
"Mr Dieker was a very special man. Always up beat and pleasant. He will be missed."