Lydia Luise (Streit) Dieck

Lydia was born in Heidelberg, Germany to Friedrich Wilhelm Streit and Emma-Eva Streit (Ehret). She is pre-deceased by her parents, siblings and her beloved husband, Retired Army Colonel Peter Frederic Dieck.

Lydia is survived by her niece, Brigitte Kota (Hüsey) and great niece, Karena Mieze (Jan). She is also survived by extended family to include Peter’s sister, Ursula Nouvel (Charles); Peter’s nephews, Mark Nouvel (Julie Hanna); Lance Nouvel (Deborah), Sean Nouvel (Lynne); great nieces, Lauren Nouvel Flores (Kyle), Alexa Blevens and Lacey Nouvel; great nephews, Liam Nouvel and Trevor Nouvel.

Upon completion of academic and vocational schooling, Lydia worked at different times as a dental assistant, secretary and translator.

Lydia and Peter enjoyed 57 years of marriage and adventure together. Throughout Peter’s 28-year Army career, Lydia made sure that they were “home” wherever the Army took them. She handled 20+ moves with loving care and efficiency. Lydia had many skills and hobbies that included crafting, crocheting, writing and embroidery. She masterfully hosted countless gatherings for friends and family over the years. Peter described her as “an angel to every life she touched.”

Together, they traveled extensively, most notably cruising, and upon Peter’s retirement they wintered in Saint Petersburg, FL and summered at their Sunnyside Retirement Community and Basye homes.

Arrangements are being handled by Lindsey Funeral Homes in Harrisonburg, VA. Funeral and cemetery services will take place on Thursday, May 28, 2026, 11 AM at Prince of Peace Evangelical Lutheran Church, 319 Orkney Grade, Basye, VA 22810.

A reception will take place at Stidley Hall at Prince of Peace Evangelical Lutheran Church immediately following. To help with planning for catering, kindly RSVP 609-315-5107 or [email protected] by May 20.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent to the Good Samaritan Fund at Prince of Peace Evangelical Lutheran Church, PO Box 626, Basye, VA 22810.