Peter M. Dielemans Obituary
Peter M. Dielemans, 88, born April 14, 1929 in Geleen, Holland, died Friday, June 16, 2017 at his home in Apache Junction, AZ, surrounded by his loving wife and children. Mr. Dielemans graduated from Technical School in Holland as a skilled Machinist-Tool and Die Maker and worked for the STATS MINE MAURITS SBB in Geleen. He was active in soccer as a goalie, playing for The WILSKRAGT Club in his hometown of Geleen. Peter married Maria C. Keizers on January 25, 1956 and lived in Geleen until he immigrated to America on May 30, 1961. He then settled in Danbury, CT and started work for the PerkinElmer Corporation in Norwalk, CT as an Optical Technician and continued to work there for 25 years. While there, he worked on the optics for the X-Ray Telescope and the Hubble Telescope. After retiring from PerkinElmer, Mr. Dielemans worked for 10 years for the ITEK Corporation in Lexington, MA where he worked on the optics for the KECK Telescope. Peter played soccer for the Danbury German Club, was an avid bicyclist, and enjoyed camping, hiking, and nature. After retiring at the age of 65, he moved to Apache Junction where he lived for 23 years, traveling around the country and enjoying his view of the Superstition Mountains.
Mr. Dielemans is pre deceased by a son, Franjie Dielemans; his parents, Frans Dielemans and Adriana Dielemans [van der Made]; brother, Adrianus Dielemans; and sisters, Theresa van Liesdonk, Jeanneke Dielemans, Toos van der Hoeven, and Damieana Greiner.
He is survived by his loving wife of 61 years, Mary C. Dielemans [Keizers]; daughter, Elisabeth [Lilian] Nelson; sons, Frans Dielemans, Ricky Dielemans, and Gerry Dielemans; daughter-in-laws, Cynthia Dielemans and Joyce Dielemans; son-in-law, Bruce Nelson; grandchildren, Krisinda Alberto, Brittany Dielemans, Kendall Dielemans, Jasmin Dielemans, Garrett Dielemans, Adriana Nelson, and Tyler Dielemans; and great grandchildren, Ayla Smith, Emerson Alberto, Benjamin Waniski IV, and Nolan Alberto.
A Mass of Christian Faith will be held on Saturday, July 8, 2017 at St. George’s Catholic Church, 300 E 16th Ave, Apache Junction, AZ 85119, starting at 10:30am with a saying of the Rosary, followed by Mass at 11:00am. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made in Peter’s name to either Hospice of the Valley, 2020 E Woodside Ct, Gilbert, AZ 85297-7339, or PROJECT HELP, 195 E Superstition Blvd, Apache Junction, AZ 85119.
Mr. Dielemans was a wonderful man, always in good spirits and was always one I looked forward to seeing when we would have get-togethers. I am privileged to have known him. Opa, you will be missed but never, ever forgotten. I will remember your laugh and your smile always.
My sincere condolences to his family.
Mara
Wat een prachtige levensomschrijving. Mam had het zo vaak over jullie. Alle ontvangen kerstkaarten kregen altijd een speciaal plaatsje en ik vond ze allemaal bij elkaar gebonden na haar overlijden. Ik wens allen veel kracht toe bij het dragen van dit verlies. Veel liefs uit Nederland.
we have nothing but happy memories of times spent with OPA. he was a kind man, a sweet man, and he loved his family. and look at the family he and Oma started !!! his good looks, and infectious smile live on !!! we are so sorry for their loss, and know he will be missed. St. Peter now has one heck of an accordian player in his celestial choir. love & hugs to all. Carol & Alan Harris
Very sorry for your loss Frans
Sad that you are gone Uncle Peter. And only a few weeks before your older sister – my mother who went before you – Jeanneke’s 91st birthday appropriately enough 4th July. Very fond memories of time luckily spent with you, Aunt Mary, and my cousing in the US. Much love from New Zealand.
We are so sorry for your loss, he was such a wonderful and loving man. We have enjoyed him playing his music. He will be missed by everyone that knew him. Praying for his wonderful wife and family.
Gary I am so sorry for your lost.
My prayers are with you and your family.
My thoughts and prayers are with your family ……. may your memories warm you and make you smile ….. and your faith make you strong……
Mr. Dielemans was a wonderful man, always in good spirits and was always one I looked forward to seeing when we would have get-togethers. I am privileged to have known him. Opa, you will be missed but never, ever forgotten. I will remember your laugh and your smile always.
My sincere condolences to his family.
Mara
Wat een prachtige levensomschrijving. Mam had het zo vaak over jullie. Alle ontvangen kerstkaarten kregen altijd een speciaal plaatsje en ik vond ze allemaal bij elkaar gebonden na haar overlijden. Ik wens allen veel kracht toe bij het dragen van dit verlies. Veel liefs uit Nederland.
we have nothing but happy memories of times spent with OPA. he was a kind man, a sweet man, and he loved his family. and look at the family he and Oma started !!! his good looks, and infectious smile live on !!! we are so sorry for their loss, and know he will be missed. St. Peter now has one heck of an accordian player in his celestial choir. love & hugs to all. Carol & Alan Harris
Very sorry for your loss Frans
Sad that you are gone Uncle Peter. And only a few weeks before your older sister – my mother who went before you – Jeanneke’s 91st birthday appropriately enough 4th July. Very fond memories of time luckily spent with you, Aunt Mary, and my cousing in the US. Much love from New Zealand.
We are so sorry for your loss, he was such a wonderful and loving man. We have enjoyed him playing his music. He will be missed by everyone that knew him. Praying for his wonderful wife and family.
Gary I am so sorry for your lost.
My prayers are with you and your family.
My thoughts and prayers are with your family ……. may your memories warm you and make you smile ….. and your faith make you strong……