Jeffrey A. Dietz

Jeffrey A. Dietz, 70, of Quakertown, passed away on Thursday, July 18, 2024, at St. Luke’s Hospice House in Bethlehem.

Born on March 22, 1954, in Quakertown, he was the son of the late William and Ruth (Meyers) Dietz.

A graduate of Quakertown High School’s Class of 1972, Jeff went on to earn a bachelor’s degree in business administration from Ursinus College and enrolled in additional graduate studies at Temple University in Philadelphia.

Following his formal education, he enjoyed a lengthy 30-year career in banking, retiring in 2014 as a Mortgage Underwriter with Harleysville National Bank.

Jeff enjoyed actively contributing to his local community as a member of the Jaycees and Sertoma organizations. For many years, he sang first bass for the Zion Choral Society. Jeff enjoyed holidays for seasonal light decorating at his home and neighborhood. As an avid tennis player in his earlier years, his affinity for sports carried on throughout his life as he loved following the Philadelphia Phillies, Eagles and Penn State sports teams.

He was an active member of The First United Church of Christ, Quakertown where he served as an usher and as a member of both the singing and bell choirs.

Jeffrey is lovingly remembered by his son: Andrew Dietz (Melissa); granddaughters: Sienna and Everly Dietz; sisters: Pamela Dietz and Deborah Steskal (Ronald); nephews: Ryan, Timothy, and Jason (Kimberly) Steskal and great nieces: Samantha and Amy Steskal.

In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his niece: Christine Steskal.

A celebration of life gathering will be held at a future date at The First United Church of Christ, 151 South 4th Street, Quakertown.

In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the QCSH Alumni Association, The Zion Choral Society, or The First United Church of Christ, Quakertown.

Arrangements are under the care of the C.R. Strunk Funeral Home, Inc., Quakertown.