Peacefully, at South Huron Hospital on Tuesday, March 22, 2016 Earl Deichert, in his 95th year. Loving husband for 63 years of Phylis (McBride) of Zurich, and dear father of John of Angus, Susan of Ottawa, and the late Elizabeth (2007). Sadly missed by brothers Claire Deichert of Zurich, and Edward Deichert of Wingham, sisters Dorothy Elligsen of Mitchell, and Margaret L. Deichert of Zurich, brothers-in-law and sister-in-law Wesley McBride, and John and Mary McBride. Predeceased by parents Victor and Josephine (Kalbfleisch) Deichert, sisters Helma Deichert (1925), Edith Hohner, and Laura Pepper, and brothers- and sisters-in-law Harvey Hohner, Clifford Pepper, Edgar Elligsen, Margaret J. Deichert, Elaine Deichert, Hugh McBride, Marjory McBride, Keith McBride, and Elaine Colquhoun. Survived by his uncle Albert (Marie) Deichert and 25 nephews and nieces. Earl’s early life was spent farming. Music was his passion: learning to play the fiddle and later the bass fiddle. He was a member of Desjardine’s Orchestra in the 50s and 60s, helping to provide music for many marriage receptions. In 1967 he was recruited by the Zurich Centennial Band with the task of beating the large drum. He also enjoyed his time with the Alpenaires, a German band. Between musical engagements, he worked as a labourer at several different places around Zurich. His hobby was carpentry work in his wood shop.
Visitation will take place at Haskett Funeral Home, 49 Goshen Street North, Zurich on Friday, March 25th from 2 to 4 PM and 7 to 9 PM. Funeral services will be held at St Peter’s Lutheran Church, 23 Goshen Street South, Zurich on Saturday, March 26th at 11 AM. Spring interment St. Peter’s Lutheran Cemetery, Zurich.
Donations to The Arthritis Society or St. Peter’s Lutheran Church would be appreciated by the family.
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Marjory Humphries and Family
To Phylis, John and Susan,
Our sincere sympathy to all of you at this time of loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers at this time. Keep your memories strong in your hearts and minds as this is what makes it a little easier to cope as the days pass.
Marjory and Family
Erin Clarke
Really sorry to hear of your loss. Thoughts and prayers for all you. Love Erin, Lucas and Sophie
Julie Mcbride
I am very sorry for your loss and my thought’s and prayers go out to you all at this difficult time.
Eleanor Horst
Dear Phylis, John and Susan: I was so sorry to hear of Earl’s passing. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and that you will find comfort in all the love and friendship that has been expressed here. ” Jesus cares” and He will help you through your grief. Eleanor
Ray and Sheila McBride
Dear Aunt Phylis, John and Susan:
Sheila and I were very sad to hear of the passing of Uncle Earl. Please accept our heartfelt condolences during this difficult time.
Donna O 'Brien
My condolences to you Phyllis ,John and Susan.May all the good memories you accumulated in 63 years be of great comfort in the days ahead. Sincerely Donna
Paul &Joan Ducharme
Our deepest compassion Phylis on the death of Earl is extended to you and your family.
Prayers of healing in these days of mourning too.
Paul &Joan Ducharme
Dave and Patricia Kirk
Dear Phyllis ,John and Susan,
We are sorry to hear of Earl’s passing. I remember happy times in St. Peter’s youth group and being welcomed into your home for get togethers. I also remember lots of laughing ….especially from “Earl the Pearl”. ? Good times. Dave and Patti (Rader) Kirk
Margaret and Albert Visscher
Dear Phyllis and Family. My sincere condolences with the loss of Earl. Thinking of you .
Maggie and Albert Visscher
Glenn & Carol Gascho
Sympathy to you, Phyllis & your family on the loss of Earl, a dear husband & father. I have good memories of interesting conversations with him at Queensway when he was with us. Glenn remembers how much fun he was to work with at Haberer’s almost 50 years ago. Love & prayers, Carol & Glenn
Nathalie Ayotte
Dear Susan,
Sincere condolences on Michael’s behalf and mine.
You and your family are in our thoughts and in our prayers during this difficult moment.
Nathalie and Michael
Mahlon and Pearl Ann Martin
Dear Phyllis and family, Just want you to know that we are thinking about you and your family, and praying that the Lord will give you his peace and strength …,as you go through this difficult time…Love and Prayers….
Francis Denomme
I am very to hear of your loss. My deepest sympathy to your family
Pat and Gwen O'Rourke
Dear Phylis, John and Susan,
Our deepest sympathy to all of you at this sad time.
Pat and Gwen
Vicki & Randy Geoffrey
Dear Phylis and family, we are so sorry to here of Earl’s passing. It was always a pleasure to see you two in the hall at the nursing home when my Nann was there. A very strong love and dedication was always a breath of fresh air. So please accept our sincere condolences to you and your family. Keeping you in our thoughts.??
Ken & Nihad McBride
We are so sad to hear of Uncle Earl’s passing. Phylis, John, and Susan, our thoughts are with you.
Murray and Jan McBride
Dear Aunt Phylis, John and Susan,
Jan and I are very sorry to hear of Uncle Earl’s passing. I have fond memories from many years ago of New Years’ gatherings with the McBride family where Uncle Earl played the big base fiddle. I also remember his great sense of humor and the laugh that would fill a room.
Gord and Cecilia Smith
Gord and I are sorry to hear of your loss.
Shannon and Darryl Roche
Phylis, John and Susan,
Thinking of you as you grieve the loss of a cherished husband and father. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sincerely, Darryl and Shannon Roche ( Smale)
Kathy Kirk
Dear Phylis and family, I am so sorry to hear of Earl’s passing… He had a heart of gold and a hearty laugh to match… This talented and loving man will be missed by his family and the community… My thoughts are with you at this difficult time…
Dorothy Elligsen
Dear Phylis and family: My deepest sympathy at this sad time, May you be given strength and comfort to see you through this sad period. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Terry and Gail McBride
Our thoughts and prayers are with you , Phyllis, John and Susan on the passing of Uncle Earl.
Dianne Jeffrey
Our deepest sympathy for the loss of your husband Phylis and your father, John and Susan. Also sending our sympathies to all the rest of the family. Our thoughts and prayers and love are with everyone at this sad time.
Sincerely
Allan and Dianne Hohner
Richard & Mary Erb
Sorry to hear of Earl’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Ron & Sandra Dickert
Phylis and family am so sorry to hear of Earls passing he sure played a lot of good music over the years with Mom & Dad. We are sorry we will not be there to give you hugs as you probably know my brother Ron passed away also
Shirley ( Oesch) Erb
My Deepest sympathy to the Deichert family. My thoughts and prayers are with you.