John Ivan Diehl
March 29, 1947 – October 11, 2024

John Ivan Diehl, born on March 29, 1947, in Martinsville, Virginia, passed away on October 11, 2024. Shortly after his birth, his family relocated to Richland, Washington, where John grew up. He graduated from Columbia High School, where he was actively involved in the Civil Air Patrol, serving as a Sergeant at the Richland Airfield.

John proudly served his country in the United States Air Force, completing two deployments during the Vietnam War and attaining the rank of Sergeant. Upon returning home, he began working at the Hanford nuclear site while attending Columbia Basin College.

John was the father of three children: Darcei Renee Allstead, John Thomas Diehl, and Sarah Jacqueline Jennings. He devoted his life to supporting and raising his family. John was preceded in death by his beloved daughter Darcei Renee Allstead, as well as his parents, John George Cleon Diehl and Mary Helen Diehl and brother Robert Cleon Diehl.

John is survived by his sister, Patricia Deaton-Hack; his son, John Thomas Diehl; his daughter, Sarah Jacqueline (Diehl) Jennings; and eight grandchildren, as well as numerous great-grandchildren.

John lived a rich and fulfilling life, filled with a deep love for fishing, hunting, and the great outdoors. He valued his many friendships, especially with Rod Thorne and Jerry Lang. John will be remembered for his warmth, dedication to his family, and the lifelong friendships he held close. He was a life member of the VFW Post 7952.