Michael Diederich Obituary

We announce the death of Michael Diederich of Darwin, Minnesota, who passed away on September 10, 2026, at the age of 61. Michael will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his mother Sonja Diederich (Mannie); his grandparents, Earl and Iona Mannie; and his son-in-law Steven Paulson. He is survived by: his children, Crystal Nicole Diederich (Logan Herker) and Justin Graupmann; his grandchildren, Kialee, Adilee, Brixlee, Quinn, Blake, Lilly and Zackary; his stepgrandchildren, Evelynn, Autumn and Jameson; his sister Shelly Fjelstad; and his uncles, Robert Mannie (Cheryl Mannie) and Steven Mannie (Becky Mannie). He is also survived by his children and grandchildren.