Ralph W. Dietrich, 90 years, formerly of New Tripoli, passed away Thursday, December 15, 2016 at Lifequest Nursing Center in Quakertown. He was the loving husband of Marie J. (Kincher) Dietrich for 53 years. Born in Lynnville, he was a son of the late William and Mary (Fetherolf) Dietrich.

Ralph was a graduate of Slatington High School, class of 1944. He was a member of Bethel Baptist Church, Sellersville. Ralph was a lifelong dairy farmer in Lynn Township, New Tripoli, from 1955 to retirement in 1994, during which time he held offices or membership in the PA Farm Bureau, American Farm Bureau Federation, Penn State Extension-Lehigh County, PA Holstein Association, Holstein Association USA, Select Sire Power, Lehigh Valley Cooperative Farmers-Lehigh Valley Dairy, and the Lynnport Fire Company. Ralph was devoted to service in the church community as well. He served on the board of deacons at Jacobs Lutheran Church, Jacksonville, PA, and held charter membership at Northern Valley Evangelical Free Church, New Tripoli, PA, and Hope Community Church, Fogelsville. Family life was high priority to Ralph. He had an incredible love for his children and grandchildren, and was the happiest when family was altogether. In retirement years, gardening and woodworking became Ralph's passions. He shared his garden bounty with many, and few could top his home-grown potatoes and sweet corn.

Survivors : Son, Bruce M. Dietrich of New Tripoli, daughters, Kathy L. wife of David Cowser of Quakertown, Marianne K. wife of Dr. Brian Priest of Perkasie, 9 grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren, nieces and nephews. He was pre-deceased by his wife, Marie J. Dietrich, a brother, Russell K. Dietrich, and sister Marie K. (Dietrich) Sweigert.

Services: 11:00 A.M., Thursday, December 22, at Jacob's Church, 8387 Kings Highway, New Tripoli, with the Rev. Scott L. Shay and Rev. Rob Campbell officiating. Visitation will be from 10:00 to 11:00 A.M. Interment, Jerusalem Union Red Church Cemetery in Kempton. Arrangements by Keller Funeral Homes, Inc., Fogelsville. Online condolences may be offered to the family at www.KellerFuneralHomes.com

In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to INSIDE THE LINES, 2153 E. Main Street, C14, #304, Duncan, SC 29334.