Daniel W Dietrich Sr, age 88, of 192 Oak Drive, Hegins, passed away Friday, March 11, 2011 at his residence. He was born on Monday, September 4, 1922, in Spring Glen, a son of the late Harry and Vernie (Schadel) Dietrich. He was a 1940 graduate of the former Hubley Twp High School. He served in the US Army in Normandy during World War II. He was a self employed carpenter and farmer. He was a member of St. Paul's United Church of Christ, Sacramento; where he was a member of the choir, consistory, and a former Sunday School Teacher. He was also a member of VFW Post 612, of St. Thomas, Pa. Dan enjoyed horses, reading, and agriculture. He was preceded in death by three brothers George Dietrich, William Dietrich, and Russell Dietrich; by six sisters, V.May Dietrich, Sarah Morgan, Maude Ebert, Hannah Maurer, Vera Miller, and Mary Dietrich. He is survived by his wife Ferne E (Klouser) Dietrich, to whom he was married for 60 years. He is also survived by five sons Lynn A Dietrich and his wife Joyce of Chambersburg, Forrest L Dietrich and his wife Kathy of Magnolia, TX, Daniel W Dietrich, Jr and his wife Rebecca of Pitman, Edwin J Dietrich and his wife Linda of Pine Grove, and Mark B Dietrich and his wife Diane of Hegins; a daughter Amy M Ney and her husband Russ of Hegins; thirteen grandchildren; twelve great grandchildren; a brother Ray Dietrich of York; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held at St. Paul's United Church of Christ, Sacramento, on Thursday, March 17, 2011, at 11:00 AM, with Rev. Raymond Holland officiating. A viewing was held from 9:30 AM to 11:00 AM on Thursday at the church. Burial was made in St. Paul's Cemetery, Sacramento. Memorial contributions can be made to St. Paul's United Church of Christ, 2300 Main Street, Sacramento, PA 17968. Buffington-Reed Funeral Home, Valley View, was in charge of arrangements. Condolences can be left for the family at www.buffingtonreed.com .