Trudy Diane Diehl
July 23, 2022
Trudy Diane Diehl, 75, passed away on July 23, 2022, in Des Moines. She was born in Rock Island, IL on April 26, 1947, to Leonard and Jewel Knochenmus.
Trudy had the sweetest and kindest soul. She was so personal, genuine and had a heart of gold. Family was her biggest priority and she always treasured making memories. Trudy was the best wife, mom and grandma you would ever meet. She was loved by so many and will be greatly missed.
Trudy is survived by her loving husband of 55 years, Bill; children, Joel (Melinda) and Heather (Buddy) Hoffman; grandchildren, Madison (Kyle), Michael, Mallory (Ben), Jackson and Sam; great-grandchildren, Gaige, Lincoln, Holden, Norah and Jasper; sister, Mitzi (Ron) Norin and Julie (Steve) Dasso; other loving relatives and many special friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, Leonard and Jewel Knochenmus; and her brothers, Joel and Ron Knochenmus.
Visitation will be from 12 to 2 p.m., with service to begin at 2:00 p.m., on Saturday, July 30, 2022, at Hamilton’s near Highland Memory Gardens, 121 NW 60th Ave., Des Moines.
Memorial contributions may be directed to the Animal Rescue League in loving memory of Trudy.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
Debra McKeag Landi
08/01/2022
I grew up next to her parents house and even though I haven't seen her in quite some time, I remember her being very sweet. Prayers and condolences for her family ...
Nick Knochenmus
07/31/2022
so many smiles, laughs, and wonderful memories. your love, kindness, and compassion was an inspiration to us all. you will always be in our minds, and in our hearts. we love you aunt trudy.
bill & vicky
07/29/2022
You will be missed by us all. You were so kind,
Larry & Ruth Anderson
07/28/2022
So sorry to hear this, Trudy was a special lady, heart of gold,
she will be dearly missed.
Jeffrey Maurus
07/27/2022
RIP Trudy. Best friend and classmate 1st grade at Longfellow in Rock Island.
Sadie Book
07/26/2022
Trudy was like a grandma growing up to me to! She was the sweetest lady. Sending my condolences. So sorry to the Diehl family
Leo & Bev Barry & family
07/25/2022
So sorry for your loss, she was truly a great lady with a big heart. Condolences to Bill, Joel & Heathet and all of grandchildren & great-grandchildren. She will be greatly missed.
Stacy Logan
07/25/2022
I loved Trudy so much & I am so grateful for everything I learned from her! So much love to the Diehl family! Love you all!
Jenny Putney
07/25/2022
So sorry for the passing of your mother, Joel, Melinda and family.
She sounds like a wonderful lady.
Love and blessings to all.
Amber
07/25/2022
I'm sorry for your loss Bill, Joel and Heather.
Amber Norin