James H. “Jim” Diedam, 65, of Earl Park, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, March 4, 2024 at St. Vincent Hospital of Indianapolis.

He was born February 24, 1959 in Watseka, IL to the late John and Joanne (Griffis) Diedam. Jim was a 1977 graduate of South Newton High School.

His marriage was to Debra Christopher on March 26, 1988 in St. John the Baptist Catholic Church of Earl Park. Surviving alongside his wife are his three daughters. 

Jim was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Kentland and former member of the Earl Park Lions Club. He worked as a painter in the family business Diedam Decorating alongside his father and brothers. Jim and his family had restored and improved many churches with their painting business over the years. 

Jim enjoyed camping, Purdue and Notre Dame athletics, tailgating in the fall, and reading cookbooks and magazines. He loved traveling to Florida where he could enjoy the sunshine and ocean. He loved spending time with his family, especially his grandsons. Most importantly, Jim will be remembered as a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend. His infectious smile and ability to enjoy life each day will be deeply missed by all.

Surviving along with his wife Deb, are their three daughters: Brittany Diedam of Kentland, Taylor (Clayton) Weishaar of Lafayette, and Jaimie Diedam of Noblesville. Two grandchildren, Laken and Wells Weishaar. Siblings, John Diedam Jr. (Jani) of Bradenton Fl, Diane Shaw (Neal) of Marietta GA, Mary Kaltreider (Ron) of Marietta GA, Mike Diedam (Monica) of Kentland, Sherry Hofmeyer of Kentland, Terry Honn (Ken) of Brook, Steve Diedam of Fowler, Ann Diedam of Lafayette, and Sandy Templin of Wabash. Jim is also survived by many nieces and nephews.

Friends may call from 4-7 PM (CST) Friday, March 8, 2024 at St. Joseph Catholic Church of Kentland. Mass of Christian Burial officiated by Fr. Sean Aaron and Msgr. Robert Sell will be held at 10:00 AM (CST) Saturday, March 9, 2024 also at St. Joseph Catholic Church. Interment to follow in St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery of Kentland.

Memorial contributions may be made in Jim’s name to Riley Hospital for Children.

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