Damon Lynn Dietz
September 15, 1978 ~ November 23, 2024
On November 23rd, Damon Lynn Dietz passed away after a nearly three year battle with cancer. He died peacefully, with his loved ones around him.
Damon was one of a kind. Ironically, this is said about many people. But if you knew Damon, you know that this applies to him more than most.
Damon was born in Waverly, Iowa on 09/15/1978. He graduated from Nashua Plainfield High School, then earned degrees from both the University of Iowa and Middle Tennessee State. After stays in Chicago, Florida and Tennessee, Damon returned to Iowa and settled in Waterloo and then Waverly. He was excited everyday to go to his job as a card dealer at Isle Casino, which was endlessly amusing to those who remember him needing a card shuffler in high school.
Damon was a fun brother, an even more fun uncle, a rambunctious family 500 card player, and a voracious reader. Damon rallied the most during fun times with his friends, relishing his trivia and poker nights, and watching sports (especially his Bears and Cubs).
Damon is survived by his parents, Jerry and Mariellen Dietz, and his siblings Darin Lynch and Amber Dietz.
A visitation will be held at the Hugeback-Johnson Funeral Home in Nashua on November 30th, at 1:00pm, with brief remarks at 3:00pm. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the American Cancer Society or Cedar Valley Hospice.
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You are all in my prayers🙏. Duane had a lot of fun with Damon’s the casino playing cards. Hopefully that’s what they are doing now. Keep your memories close to your hearts❤️
Gone way too soon. It doesn’t seem that long ago that we were all playing “Night Watchman” in your living room at the farm. Those will be some of my best memories of Damon, and will cherish them.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Love – The Chenoweths
We are so sorry for the loss of your son. Lynn and I will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
In sympathy,
Lesa and Lynn from the Dairy Treat
We are so sorry to hear about the passing of your son. May all the memories you made over the years help you through this difficult time.
Hugs and prayers.
Randy & Mary Jane Leach
Damon was a kind, funny guy I’m glad I got to know. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Thoughts and prayers to the Dietz family.
I’m so sorry for your loss. I have so many fond memories of Damon as a little guy. What a special son and brother. God bless you all.
-Brett and family
Met Damon just in the last year or so, probably wouldn’t have had I not decided to learn how to play craps. LOL…many interesting conversations with him over the table. We had a common love for the Jerky Boys. If you don’t know, those are the fellas that started the prank call recordings back in the 80’s and 90’s. He always talked about blowing his fingers off with firecrackers, leaving them numb and stingy. I wish I’d known him longer. Really good guy. RIP, my friend.
Jerry, MeriEllen, Darin and Amber: I am so sorry for your loss. Damon was a great friend and neighbor. Damon showed so much strength and courage during his cancer journey but he is now at peace and without pain. My thought and prayers are with your family.
Mariellen ~ I am so sorry to hear about your son. Keeping you & your family in my prayers.
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