Dieter Zelt
May 13, 1956 ~ March 5, 2023
Resided in:
Asheville, NC
Dieter Zelt, of Asheville, NC passed away on Sunday, March 5, 2023. He was born in Essen Germany to Franz Otto Zelt and Gertrud Therese Lohmar who preceded him in death.
He is survived by his wife of 25 years, Deborah Scott and in-laws, nieces, nephews and grand nieces and nephews on Deborah’s side of the family. On Dieter’s side he is survived by cousins, his sister-in-law, Janet Zelt and two nephews, Eric Zelt and Gregory Zelt and their families.
Dieter immigrated to the U.S. as a child and grew up in New York. He later moved to California where he received a BS in Electrical Engineering from San Jose State University. He also achieved a Professional Engineer’s license (P.E.) He enjoyed his work and had a long and successful career. Dieter and Deborah met, married and lived happily for many years in California. They enjoyed six years together in North Carolina, after retiring to Asheville.
There will not be a local service. It was Dieter’s desire to have his ashes scattered in the Pacific Ocean. There will be a small oceanside service in the CA Bay area with family and friends at some point in the future.
In lieu of flowers, and in memory of Dieter, please consider a donation to the American Heart Association, St. Jude, or Manna. Those were some of his favorite charities.
Dieter will be greatly missed by his family and friends.
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Funeral Home Assisting The Family:
Groce Funeral Home on Tunnel Road
856 Tunnel Rd.
Asheville, NC 28805
(828)299-4416
http://www.grocefuneralhome.com
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We are so saddened by Dieter’s passing. Our thoughts are with Deborah. And, know that time will bring comfort and peace.
With deepest sympathy.
Paul and Eva, Thank you so much. I am heartbroken and still somewhat in shock at this point. I appreciate your fond memories and kind words. Yes, we did have some good times. I will definitely let you know when I plan to come out for the Oceanside ceremony. Deborah
Dear Deb, my thoughts are with you and I hope you’ll be comforted with only good memories and peace.
Deborah
You know that we are thinking of you and sending our sympathy and empathy to you. We are so sad about this … heavy hearts. Time and happy memories will bring inner peace. (We are grateful we have so many fun memories of our dinners together.)
Our very best regards to you.
Jan and Chuck
Debbie Dear,
Am so sorry that Dieter had to leave you. Know that you have many happy memories to carry forward.
I am here for you and love you very much.
Mom
Eva and I were shocked to get the news of Dieter’s passing. We have so many fond memories of the dinners we shared with you and Dieter. Whether at your home in Novato or George and Jennie’s home or at Ken and Linda’s home. I remember many spirited discussions where we would argue over this subject or that. I recall Dieter to have few opinions… ha.. not. Please let us know if there’s anything Eva or I can do for you. Dieter will be sorely missed. Our prayers for you and the entire family.
Let us know when the ceremony will be here in the Bay Area. Please consider our home yours, we have a bunch of extra bedrooms and you’re welcome to stay with Eva and I.
Paul & Eva
I met Dieter just once and he was interesting and fun and a gracious host. And you were devoted to caring for Dieter during his illness.
I wish you comfort and peace as you remember the happy and companionable marriage you enjoyed.
Claire
Aunt Deborah,
Uncle Dieter will be missed by us all. Continued prayers for peace and comfort during this difficult time. I know he was very thankful to have your love and support.
Love,
Laura
Many prayers for you in the passing of Dieter. Many memories come to mind when I think of you and Dieter and he will be missed. I think of the trip to Disneyworld, Universal and the times when we all met in Elizabeth City where Dieter, Cliff and I enjoyed time at Knobbs Creek fighting for golfing rights. Dieter and I never won, but we all enjoyed the time together. In thinking of Dieter’s life, I would say his best years would be measured from the time you and he held hands at marriage through the time of holding his hand in his last days & hours. May God bless and comfort you.
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. We are thinking of you. You have many friends in California that love you.
Joanne & Andy Botka
I am so sorry for your loss. You and Dieter spent twenty-five years making wonderful memories together. You blessed our family by making Dieter a part of it. I remember him renting a jeep to drive us around Saint John island during your honeymoon in Saint Thomas. We jokingly called it Mr. Toad’s Wild Ride. Not only did he share his honeymoon with my daughter and I but he also made sure we were entertained. In that same trip, he taught Laura and I how to snorkel. I also remember Dieter “engineering” getting David and Laura and I on the front row of the Dueling Dragons roller coaster at Universal Studios. I will cherish the memories of happy times shared with Dieter. I pray that your memories from your time with Dieter will help lessen the sadness of your loss.
Elinda