Patricia Diederich 1941-2019

Patricia Diederich passed away on November 1 ^st in Dearborn, MI surrounded by her loving sons David, Tim and Chris.

She was born to the late David and Ellen Bjorkman in Iron Mountain, MI on April 5, 1941.

A graduate of Fordson High School, Pat went on to work as an administrator in the legal department at Ford Motor Company, where she made life-long friends.

Throughout her life, her passion remained her family. Especially her 13 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.

In addition to her sons David (Karen), Tim (Cheryl) and Chris (Susan) from her first marriage to Thomas Bierman, she is survived by the children of her marriage to the late and beloved Michael Diederich; Kim (Cliff), Shelly (Mark), Michael (Lynne) and Brian.

Memorial gathering Saturday from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Memorial service Saturday 3:00 p.m. at the Dearborn Chapel of the Howe-Peterson Funeral Home, 22546 Michigan Avenue. In lieu of flowers, please help support The Alzheimers Association .