Herta Frances Dietrich

Born on May 15, 1927, in Bocholt, Germany, she was the daughter of the late Franz Karl Theodor Wiethold, Jr. and Anna Katherina Jansen Wiethold. A survivor of the World War II bombings, Herta endured severe injuries with strength and resilience that would define her life. She later moved to the United States and built a career as a dedicated medical secretary at Duke University before retiring.

Herta was a woman of many passions. She was a proud Lutheran and an active member of her community, participating in the Garden Club and the Kaffee Klatch. She especially loved playing cards and board games, sewing, and indulging in her favorite sweets—apple strudel, ice cream, and chocolate.

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Walter Otto Dietrich, and her daughter, Heike Hasenauer.

Herta is survived by her daughter, Angela D. Farrar and husband James of Sunset Beach, N.C.; her son, Glenn Mark Dietrich and wife Christina of Glen Allen, VA; and her son-in-law, Richard Hasenauer of Sunset Beach, N.C.

She leaves behind a loving legacy of grandchildren: Emily Hill (Mark) of Clemmons, N.C.; Amy Farmer (Todd) of Cypress, TX; Kyle Farrar (Stephanie) of Charlotte, N.C.; Eric Dietrich (Brenna) of Pittsboro, N.C.; Charlotte Keppler (Aiken) of Holly Springs, N.C.; Jason Hasenauer (Tammy) of Corona, CA; and Heidl Hasenauer of Paonia, CO.

Her joy extended to her great-grandchildren: Holden Farmer, Tatum Farmer, Nolan Hill, Olivia Hill, Hudson Hill, Preston Dietrich, Paisleigh Dietrich, Kenzie Fassinger, Quest Keppler, Harper Keppler, Freylynn Keppler, Megan Hasenauer, Grant Hasenauer, and Ryder Farrar.

A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, August 16, 2025, at White Funeral and Cremation Service – Lou White Memorial Chapel, located at 3660 Express Drive, Shallotte, N.C. A reception will follow the service.

Herta will be remembered for her warmth, resilience, and love for her family and friends. She lived a full life marked by grace, strength, and the simple joys of everyday moments.

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