

Peacefully, at the Brantford General Hospital on Monday November 21, 2016 at the age of 83. Sadly, predeceased by his loving wife Elizabeth (Betty) just two months ago. Dear father of Reverend Matthew Diegel (Kaija Ranta), Reverend Michael Diegel (Anna Skogsrud) and David Diegel (Martha Terdik). Beloved grandfather of Elina, Stacie, Alexa, Thomas, Samuel and Hannah. Special “dad” of Xuandong Zhu (Hui Yao) and their children Debbie and Christina. Dear brother of Arthur (Esther) Diegel and Marleen McLaughlin.
Cal was a graduate of Waterloo Lutheran Seminary and Waterloo College (Waterloo Lutheran University). Together with Betty, he served parishes in Geraldton, Nakina, Longlac, Owen Sound, Wiarton and Collingwood before settling in Brantford as Pastor of Faith Lutheran Church. He proudly served the congregation of Faith Lutheran for 30 years and received the honourary title of Pastor Emeritus upon his retirement. He and Betty enjoyed many summers at their cottage in Sauble Beach, and it was there he gathered friends and support to establish Christ the King Lutheran Chapel.
Cal was a long-time community volunteer sharing his talents with many organizations. His volunteer interests ranged from poverty issues and child welfare to Scouting, music and community heritage. He was particularly proud of his involvement with the Christmas Baskets program for more than 35 years.
The family would like to thank Dr. John Hadley and the staff at Brierwood Lodge Retirement Home for their care and kindness. We are also grateful to Cal’s many friends who have shown so much compassion since Betty’s passing in September.
The family will receive friends at the “THORPE BROTHERS’ FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL”, 96 West Street on Thursday, November 24, 2016 from 2:00 to 4:00 pm and 7:00 to 9:00 pm with evening prayers at 7:30 pm. A Funeral Service will be held at Faith Lutheran Church, 57 Brant Avenue on Friday, November 25, 2016 at 11am. Cremation will follow. Inurnment will follow at Mount Hope Cemetery at a later date.
Online condolences may be made at www.thorpebrothersfh.com.
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