Elwood J. Diehl of Henderson Nevada, formerly of Davison age 86, died Thursday October 23, 2014. Honoring his wishes cremation has taken place. A Gathering Time and Celebration of Life will be held at 3:00 pm Sunday November 23, 2014 at the Hansen Funeral Home Groves Chapel, Downtown Davison. Rev. Sarah LaRose-Nettell officiating. Family will receive visitors from 12:00 noon Sunday November 23, until time of service. Elwood was born in Michigan on December 29, 1927 the son of the late; Jacob & Ethel (Wheaton) Diehl. He had resided in Nevada the last thirty years spending most of his life in the Davison area. He was joined in marriage to Irene Smith on January 24, 1953 in Davison. Answering the call of his country he proudly served in the US Army during the Korean War. He enjoyed hunting and became an avid Golfer in his later years. He was a life member of VFW Post #4087 of Davison, American Legion Post #100 of Henderson Nevada, and Davison Eagles #3589. Elwood had been employed by General Motors Buick Division Skilled Trades retiring in 1979. Also he owned and operated Diehl's party Store in Davison. In his recent years he was employed by Boulder City Golf Club. He leaves to cherish his memory wife Irene. children; Dennis (Anna) Diehl, Pamela Diehl-Goodyear, and Jerry (Connie) Diehl. Also he leaves eight grandchildren, and eighteen great grandchildren. He is preceded in death by Brother Wendall Diehl. Share your condolences at www.hansenfuneralhome.net