Name: Daniel Dieterich Date: Jul 29, 1918  -  Feb 26, 2010 Obituary: Daniel L. Dieterich, 91, 2531 Springville Drive, Plover, died Friday, February 26, 2010, at Iola Assisted Living. Born July 29, 1918, in New York City, Dan was the son of Jennie (Griff) Dieterich, a flautist, and Roy O. Dieterich, a band leader and singer. Dan, his parents, his half sister Marian, and his brother Roy traveled widely while his parents performed in vaudeville with such entertainers as Buffalo Bill Cody and the Marx Brothers. They also performed at the Chicago World’s Fair. In 1941, Dan married Mary Ellen Biesen, with whom he raised five children: Drew, Daniel J., Mary, Margaret (Peg), and Paul. He served briefly in the US Army Air Corp and was honorably discharged in 1942. He worked for United Air Lines for over 30 years, most of those as an Industrial Engineer, and he lived in several cities and towns in northern Illinois while doing so. In 1987, Dan and Mary Ellen moved to Wisconsin with their son Paul. Dan was a devoted husband and a loving father. An avid gardener, he also sang, whistled, and played the piano beautifully. Dan’s parents, sister, and brother died before him. His son Paul died May 12, 2001, and his wife Mary Ellen died June 11, 2004. Dan is survived by his son Drew (Mary) of Mission, Kansas; son Daniel J. (Diane) of Stevens Point; daughter Mary Lark of Milford, Massachusetts; and daughter Peg of Plover. His grandchildren are Dale, Daniel T., David, Drew, and John Dieterich as well as Amanda, Christopher, and Katie Lark. His great grandchildren are Cade, Daniel S., and Devin Dieterich as well as Savannah Lark. A memorial service will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, March 6, 2010, at St. Bronislava Catholic Church, Plover, with the Rev. John Paul Lobo officiating. Visitation will be from 9:30 a.m. until time of service. Boston Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. A memorial will be established in his name for the Central Wisconsin Chapter of Habitat for Humanity. Memorials: A memorial will be established in his name for the Central Wisconsin Chapter of Habitat for Humanity. Cemetery: None , Map / driving directions Visitations: St. Bronislava Catholic Church 3200 Plover Rd. Plover, WI 54467 Map / driving directions Services: St. Bronislava Catholic Church Saturday, March 6, 2010 at 10:30 a.m. 3200 Plover Rd. Plover, WI 54467 Map / driving directions