 Thelma M. Diven, 90, of Carlisle, passed
away at home on Wednesday, October 17, 2018 with her loving daughters by her side. She was born on January
21, 1928 in Bloserville and was the daughter of the late Mary Rosetta (Fry) Menges and G. Elmer Menges. She
was married to the late Jimmy K. Diven, Sr. who died on May 27, 1992. Thelma retired after
many years of service at the former Lear (Masland Carpets) Corporation, and she and her late husband owned and operated a
farm in Upper Frankford Twp. for many years. She was a member of the Carlisle First Church of God.
Thelma enjoyed being with her family, playing cards, and meeting her friends every Tuesday for donuts at the Giant
Food Store on Walnut Bottom Road. She especially enjoyed the yearly family vacation to Bethany Beach. Thelma is survived
by three daughters; Trudy D. (James) Strine, Mary Jo (Gary) Gibson and Cynthia A. (Bradley) Mentzer all of Carlisle, two sisters;
Carol (Elmer) Smeigh and Gayle Gutshall both of Carlisle, five grandchildren; Nicole (Scott) Donato, Nadeen (John) Bogonis,
Eli Diven (Rebecca Good), Susan (David) Emerick and Wesley (Leah) Gibson, two step-grandchildren; Thomas
(Cora) Gibson and Peter Gibson, five great-grandchildren; Regan and Camden Donato, Halle Bogonis, Ethan Emerick and Alexa
Diven, two step- great-grandchildren; Haylee Kessler and Mia Gibson and numerous nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by one son, Jimmy K. Diven, Jr. and one sister, Sarah Smith. A viewing will begin
at 12:00 p.m. on Monday, October 22, 2018 followed by funeral services at 1:30 p.m. in the Ewing Brothers Funeral Home, 630
S. Hanover St., Carlisle with Rev. Michael Poe officiating. Burial will be in Cumberland Valley Memorial
Gardens, Carlisle. Memorial donations in Thelma’s name may be made to Carlisle First Church of God,
705 Glendale St., Carlisle, PA 17013 to be used for senior activities (JOTS). Visit
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Our love and sincere sympathy to Trudy, Mary Jo, Cindy
and families on the loss of your precious Mother. She was a wonderful friend and will be sincerely missed.
Pat and Don Fry
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Thoughts
and Prayers to Trudy,MaryJo,Cindy,Gayle,Carol and the Entire Diven Family. So many special memories. My deepest sympathy.
Maxine Metzger ______________ OUR THOUGHTS & PRAYERS .
JOEL
& JUDY ______________ What a beautiful picture of your mother!
That is exactly how I will always remember her, with a sweet smile on her face and a twinkle in her eyes. She was a
delight to know and visit with. It is wonderful to know that she is with her Lord, strong and well, and with loved ones on
the other side. She was truly a woman of faith. I'll miss her, as I'm sure you will.
Sue
Renninger ______________ I do want to send my sympathy to all of "Sis's"
family. I am sure she will be missed by all of you. I often would see her at the old farmer's market, but
that was years ago. She always had a sweet smile. I pray God's blessing on you in this time of sorrow
Patsy
(Dunbar) Reisinger Swart _______________ Trudy, I am so sorry for your loss.
She is in a better place now and will always be with you.
Kathie (Wright) Fox _______________ What
a blessing that her daughters were able to ministry to and care for her these past months. May God comfort each of you as
only He can during this time.
Dawn L. _______________ Trudy, MaryJo and Cynthia, So sorry to hear of your Dear Mother's passing. Remember her
from the years I spent at the Frankford Elementary school with you all.
Carolyn (Shopp) Orris
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thoughts and prayers are with you in your loss. Thelma was a great neighbor. It started when she brought us cookies upon our
move in to 133. God bless you.
Merle Arnold & Sheryl Stevens
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Thinking of you and wishing you peace and comfort as we remember your mother.
She
was a wonderful women.
Our family is keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.
Mark and Nancy Bennett ________________ We would like to express our deepest sympathy.
May those precious memories be foremost in your hearts and minds during this difficult time.
Isaiah 25:8
Jackson Family
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