Obituary of Lola Diehl

Lola Mae Ihrig was born on November 24, 1934 in Monroe, Michigan. She was the daughter of the late Kenneth and Violet (Cox) Ihrig. Lola married the love of her life Chester Diehl on March 12, 1973. For fifteen years Lola worked for Hoover Universal as an Inspector. Lola age 78 of Monroe passed away peacefully on Monday, July 29, 2013 at her home. In addition to her parents her passing was preceded by her son: Steven Earles; grandson: Michael Heisler; two brothers: Dean and Robert Ihrig; her twin sister: Lila Wright; and sister: Virginia Littlefield. To cherish her memory she leaves her Husband: Chester Diehl; a sister: Peggy Goethe, Two daughters: Vickie Koczman and Gail Parrish; a step-son: Dustin (Karen) Diehl: three grandchildren; Rachel (Mike) Kolar, Bill Koczman Jr., and Jarod Stone; three great grandchildren: Emily Koczman , Olivia Kolar, and Jacob Kolar; three step-grandchildren: Dustin Diehl Jr., Audrianna Diehl, Hailey Diehl, and several nieces and nephews. Private Services were held, Tuesday, July 30, 2013 under the care of Merkle Funeral Service, 2442 N. Monroe St. Monroe, Michigan (734) 384-5185. According to Lola's wishes there will be no services and suggested a poem for her family and friends. When I am gone; release me, let me go - I have so many things to see and do. You musn't tie yourself to me with tears, Be thankful for our beautiful years. I gave to you my love. You can only guess How much you gave me in happiness. I thank you for the love you each have shown, But now it's time I traveled on alone. So grieve awhile for me, if grieve you must, Then let your grief be comforted by trust. It's only for a time that we must part, So bless the memories within your heart. I won't be far away, for life goes on, So if you need me, call and I will come. Though you can't see or touch me, I'll be near. And if you listen with your heart, you'll hear, All my love around you soft and clear. And then, when you must come this way alone, I'll greet you with a smile, and say - "Welcome Home!" Memorials are suggested to St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105. Online guests may leave words of inspiration and comfort or share a photo by visiting www.merklefs.com and then selecting the Online Tributes page.