Donald L. Diehl, 95, a resident of Luther Crest, passed away Oct. 22, 2026 at home. Donald left a legacy of love and kindness. He was the husband of Jeanette E. (Baumer) Diehl to whom he was married for 73 years. Born in Macungie, July 18, 1931, Donald was the son of the late Clara M. (Schmeltzle) Diehl and Albert C. Diehl. Donald was a graduate of Emmaus High School Class of 1949. From 1948 through 1957, he was a member of The Pennsylvania National Guard. From 1947 to 1952, he was employed at Craumers Variety Store on the Triangle in Emmaus. In 1952, he joined Sears Roebuck and Co. for a 41-year career as salesman at 606 N. 7th Street and then as manager of the Men’s Habadashery and Suit Departments. After the opening of the Sears at the Whitehall Mall, he managed Men’s Habadashery, Men’s Suits, Men’s Work Clothes, The Shoe Department and served on staff before retiring after a 46-year career in Retail in 1983. Donald was a lifetime member of Western Salisbury Church serving as superintendent of the adult bible class, 6 years on the UCC Consistory and 6 years on the Lutheran Church Council.

Donald is survived by his wife Jeanette; daughter, Cynthia wife of Tim Bowers of Camden, SC; son, Pastor Keith Diehl and wife Kathy of Fisher, PA; Grandchildren, Katrina Reynolds and husband Ben of Mt. Pleasant, SC, Dr. Joshua Diehl and wife Amy of Clarion, PA, Grace Diehl, PAC of Grove City, PA; Great Grandchildren, Bennie Hilton Reynolds, IV and Braden Huck Reynolds of SC, Alivia Diehl and Juliet Diehl of Clarion, PA; Goddaughter, Kristina Schuster and husband Robin of Emmaus, PA.

Private Services will be held at the convenience of the family.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Luther Crest Benevolent Care, 800 Hausman Rd., Allentown, PA 18104.