Joseph Diefenbach Obituary

The memory of Joseph Diefenbach in Neptune, New Jersey, who passed away on April 2, 2026 at the age of 88, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Joseph Diefenbach and Gertrude Pullen Diefenbach; and his brother Justin Diefenbach. He is survived by: his wife Jerilyn Diefenbach; his children, Terri Gross (Robert) and Paul Diefenbach (Francesca); his grandsons, Evan, Ryan Gross, Luke and Cole Diefenbach; his stepdaughter Michele Moran (Sean); his stepgrandson Michael; his stepdaughter Jennifer Rummler; his stepgrandchildren, Hannah, Nick, Grace, Gretchen Calcutta (Pete) and Stephanie Ciccolella (Nick); his brother Jared Diefenbach (Ani); his sister-in-law Lois Diefenbach; Peter Jr., Victoria, Samantha, Ryan and Lucas.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made in Joe's memory to the American Heart Association (https://www.heart.org).