Stephen Paul Dietz, 67, of Cookeville, passed away Saturday, December 7th, 2019 surrounded by family at CRMC after a short illness.

Stephen was preceded in death by parents, Anna Laura (Brown) Dietz and Shelah Paul Dietz, wife (and mother of their two daughters), Susie (Wollford) Dietz, and several aunts and uncles.

He is survived by brother, Dr. Michael W. Dietz (Stacey Lyn Dietz) of Cookeville, two daughters, Jordan Leigh Dietz and Taylor Marie Dietz, both of Knoxville; uncle, Lex Dyer Dietz of Cookeville; nephew, Sean Michael Dietz (Allison) of Knoxville; grandchildren, Ryleigh and Aubrey; and many cousins.

Stephen was born January 29th, 1952 in Cookeville where he graduated from Cookeville High School in 1970. After graduating from John A. Gupton College in Nashville, TN, Stephen spent most of his early career at funeral homes in Knoxville, TN and surrounding areas before relocating to Chattanooga and finishing his career. He retired back to Cookeville in 2017. He was an avid fisherman, staunch supporter or UT athletics and was raised in the Methodist Church.

Stephen had chosen cremation, and while there will be no formal visitation, there will be a graveside service held on February 15, 2020 at 1:00 PM in Cookeville City Cemetery with interment to follow.

Crossville Memorial Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Humane Society.