Mrs. Dieckmann is survived by her husband Michael Dieckmann; mother Margaret Saunders; sister Gayle Seaton; and brother Gregory Saunders. She is survived by daughter Kelly Dalziel and her husband Kyle, daughter Kathleen Dieckmann, and by son John-Michael Dieckmann.
Ginger was born in Michigan but spent most of her childhood years in Norwalk, Connecticut and Boothbay Harbor, Maine. A graduate of DePauw University, she was an accomplished athlete and musician, skilled as both a violinist and singer. This combination of passions led to situations such as having to rush straight from batting the winning goal in a field hockey match to a final exam in orchestral conducting. Always showing a happy smile and sunny disposition, she bore the nickname “Sunny Buns” in the Rainbow Connection women’s vocal quartet. Following graduation, Ginger served as the K-12 music teacher and choirs director for Norwalk City Schools in Norwalk, Ohio, a post she left after eight years to focus on being a full-time, stay-at-home mother to her first of three children. A daughter of evangelistic Methodist parents, Christian service was always a large part of her life. After moving to Pensacola with her family in the late 1990s, Ginger soon became music director at McIlwain Presbyterian Church, where for 15 years she directed the choir, led various ensembles, and was a Vacation Bible School leader. Those who cherish her memory will recall her as a devoted and loving wife and mother; a dedicated Christian servant; a vivacious and happy personality; and a fun-loving, steadfast and faithful friend.
Visitation will be Friday, June 29, at 11:30 AM at McIlwain Presbyterian Church. The service immediately follows at 12:45 PM, officiated by Rev. Robert B. Looper. Burial will follow at Bayview Memorial Park.
Ginger’s family wishes to thank the caregivers of Home Instead Senior Care and Covenant Care Hospice for dedicated care and assistance during Ginger’s final days.
Memorials may be made to the Memorial Fund of McIlwain Presbyterian Church, 1220 E Blount St, Pensacola, FL 32503; Covenant Care Hospice of Pensacola FL; or the Alzheimer’s Association.
BAYVIEW FISHER-POU CHAPEL is entrusted with arrangements. Condolences may be offered at www.bayviewfisher-pouchapel.com.
