C. Phillip Diehl Jr. 58, of the Mountain Valley Area, passed away on Tuesday April 20, 2010.

Phillip was born February 22, 1952 in Rockingham County and was the son of Claude Sellers Diehl and Hazel Pauline Beverage

 Mr. Diehl graduated in 1970 from Montevideo High School. He served our country for 34 years in the Virginia Army National Guard and retired in April of 2006 as Sergeant 1^st class. He was a member of Mountain Valley United Methodist Church where he was a trustee and was also a former member of the V.F.W. in Harrisonburg and the 29th Division association.

He is survived by his wife Judy Gibson Diehl. They were married on September 23, 1989.

Also surviving are one son, Christopher Alan Diehl and wife, Layna of Mtn. Valley; two step-children, Neil Daniel Roadcap and wife, Jennifer of Broadway and Angela Renee Akey and husband Thomas of Charlottesville; two brothers, Michael “Mickey” Diehl and wife Nancy of Mtn. Valley and Larry Diehl and wife, Victoria of Waynesboro; one sister, Deborah D. Miller and husband, Bob of New Hope and five grandchildren, Grayson, Gavin, Josh, T.J and Tyler.

A funeral service will be held 11:00 Saturday Morning at Mtn. Valley United Methodist Church with Pastor Erich Bennett officiating. Burial will follow in the Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends 6~8 Friday evening at the Funeral Home.

In Lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Mtn. Valley United Methodist Church 11583 Mountain Valley Road Harrisonburg, VA 22802.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kygers.com.

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Judy Judy, I am so sorry for your loss. I still remember our trip together to the Enlisted conference at the beach. I wish I could attend the funeral Sat to support you but I am in Tampa for 2 weeks. Phil was a good man and he will be missed. I will miss him because of his outgoing personaility. He would take the shirt off his back to help someone. Please call me if you need to talk. Darrell, Candy & Harlow Darrell J. Rodeffer 2010-04-22 03:45:59

To the entire Phillip Diehl Family I was a neighbor of Phillip's growing up in Grottoes and am VERY SORRY for your loss. I had not seen Phillip for many years until a few years ago at the Thunderbird Cafe in McGaheysville and then again last September when my Mom passed away. I appreciated so much that Claude, Phillip, and Mickey took time out of their schedules to come to the funeral home. I wish I could come to family night to support you, but we will be out of town through Monday. Please know that you will be in my continued thoughts and prayers. Kathy Beck Andes 2010-04-22 06:55:18

To the Diehl Family Judy, I am terribly sorry that you are going through this ordeal. I served with Phil for many years in the Guard and thought of him as a good friend and soldier. He will be missed and not forgotten. If there is ever anything that I can do to help you, please do not hesitate to give me a call. Keith Clark 2010-04-22 09:20:11

Please accept our sincere condolences I can not express in words the loss I feel but I know that it can not match Phil's family's loss. I worked with Phil for at least 12 years, often lived with him under both moderately pleasant and genuinely difficult conditions. He was never less than helpful, decent, professional, and dedicated. Even after my retirement, he was always available to help me when needed. I will always remember his many kindnesses and the good times we enjoyed. Barent K. Parslow, SFC USA Ret 2010-04-22 12:20:06

To my friends The Diehl Family I grew up with Phillip, Micky, Larry, Debbie and their parents Claude and Pauline, while living in Grottoes. I have such good memories of the times we had. Phillip was like a brother to me. I am so sad to hear of his passing. It is hard for me to set here right now writing this, so far away from people who mean so much to me. You have my deepest condolences. I will be in Harrisonburg the last week in May. My e-mail is jayr.1956@cox.net , My cell number is 402-618-8872 Jay Riggleman 2010-04-22 13:45:53

To my special friend Judy Judy I am so sorry to hear of your loss you had a great husband and family .I feel I owe you for you was there for me in 1997 when I had my loss.. I can sympathize with you cause i know what you are having to go through. If there is anything i can do plaese let me know call me anytime at 540-333-3672.. You guys were a great family to me when i needed someone Thanks so much........ Linda Sager 2010-04-22 14:37:15

To Judy and family I am so very sorry for your loss. I know that Phil was a good husband and step father to Neil and Angie and you had many good years together. I am so sorry I can not be there for you, because I know you would be there for me. You will always be one of my dearest friends. Carolyn Crawford Millsaps 2010-04-22 14:58:30

Judy SFC Hopkins called me this evening about Phil I am truely sorry for your loss he was the best supply SGT. I've ever met. He always took care of the soldiers in Harrisonburg. I will come to the wake Friday night but I will not be able to make thr funeral. You are in my prayers and if you need anything just let me know...SFC Bruce C. Webb Anonymous 2010-04-22 16:41:28

To Judy & Family Judy we are so, so sorry to hear about the passing of Phil. Lisa and I worked with him for many years while in the guard and are so shocked by the news. He was such an outgoing person and would do anything for you. We have many good memories of our times together and he will be sorely missed. I hope you find peace knowing there are so many people praying for you and your family. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Wayne & Lisa Saylor 2010-04-22 16:46:47

Claude and family Claude, we were so sorry to hear about the passing of your son. We hold you and your entire family in our thoughts and prayers, May God bless you all and be with you all in the coming days and weeks ahead. Raymond and Charlotte (Diehl) 2010-04-22 17:43:14

Larry, Debbie, Micky, Claude and Pauline and famil I just heard about Phillip tonight at work. I am so sorry for your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. If there is anything I can do, please let me know. May God bless you all. Joyce Dedrick Keith 2010-04-22 22:17:53

Moment in Time Words cannot express our deepest sorrow for your loss....our loss. We will cherish the memories that we shared with you and Phil and always hold a place for you in our hearts, thoughts, and prayers. MAJ Mark Stewart & Family 2010-04-22 22:34:36

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May the Good Lord find you peace. God Bless. Frankie and Lee Combs 2010-04-23 06:26:35

Mickey and Nancy I am sorry to hear about the passing of your brother, Phillip. I met Phillip one time when all of you were out to eat. Phillip was a very nice gentleman. I will keep you in my prayers and pray for you both to have peace. God Bless you both and the Diehl Family. Kim Roadcap 2010-04-23 08:47:51

Judy, My heart and prayers go out to you and your family, we have all suffered a great loss, Phil was a great guy and co-worker, He loved his family, country and helping people in need, He will truly be missed. Co Worker, Danny Smith Anonymous 2010-04-23 10:07:55

I worked with Phil for many years in the Guard. He was selfless in service and a good friend. He had a sense of humor that made the difficult a little easier, and the time go by a little quicker. Warmest regards to you and the family. John Kerns 2010-04-23 22:07:36

The lose of a friend Mrs. Phillip Diehl and Diehl family, My name is Frank M. Daniel, Phil and I worked out of the Harrisonburg National Guard Armory during the 1980s. Moments ago I received word of Phil's passing. I am so sorry for your loss. The last time I spoke with Phil was when I visited him and Fonia Cook, when they were assigned to the Staunton Armory. I gave them some gifts from my neck of the woods in San Antonio,Texas. He was pleased with the gifts made in Mexico. It was good to reminisce old times. Phil made me feel at home when I first arrived to the Harrisonburg unit. He was a good friend and he will be missed. Frank McDonald Daniel Frank McDonald 2010-04-23 22:36:39

Diehl Family, Brenda & I will always remember Phil. I served with him during his early years in the Guard at Staunton, and later at Richmond. Phil could always be counted on to get the job done right. He was a student of history, especially the Civil War. He respected the uniform and served his state and his country with honor. Brenda May Larry T. May, MSG,Ret. Larry T. May, MSG,Ret. 2010-04-24 18:25:56

Mickey and Nancy So sorry to hear of "SUE" passing. We always thgought of him as a friend. Our thoughts are with you and your family. Burton and Linda Foote 2010-04-28 08:50:32

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