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Obituary For Jerome "Tiff" Diggs
Jerome “Tiff” Diggs, 60, of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully on June 6, 2025. A man of extraordinary kindness and deep faith, Jerome touched countless lives through his passion for cooking, his service to the community, and his unwavering love for his family and friends.
Jerome spent the last years of his life doing what he loved most—serving others as a chef. His culinary talents were not only a profession but a calling, as he devoted his time to preparing hot meals for food banks, homeless shelters, and those in need. His heart for charity extended beyond the kitchen as he also worked to provide clothing and hygiene products for the less fortunate.
Jerome’s life was anchored by his love for gospel music, his church, and dancing—moments where his joy and spirit were most evident. He was a faithful member of Tabernacle Baptist Church, where his presence and contributions will be deeply missed.
He was preceded in death by his beloved grandfather, Lloyd Brandt; grandmother, Zelda Atkins; uncle, Lloyd George Brandt, Jr.; father, Walter Diggs and niece, Jessica Lyles.
Jerome is survived by his loving mother, Donna Palmer and stepfather, Marvin Palmer; his brothers, John Hill (Jeanette), James E. Lyles (Stephanie) and Michael A. Lyles (Lynn); his step-siblings, Rosie Motes, Aron Lyles, Jonathan Palmer (Krystal), Mia Baltimore, Helen Palmer, Anthony Sweets, Khaldun Rasheed and Diane Wilson-Bedford; a host of cherished nieces, nephews and extended family members.
He was blessed with many friends who brought joy to his life, especially Diane Byrd, a lifelong friend and Alexandria Morell, his nurse, who cared for him with compassion and dedication during his final days.
His life will be celebrate with a viewing from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM on Friday, June 13, 2025, at Tabernacle Baptist Church, 2730 Booser Avenue, Harrisburg, PA 17103. Funeral services will immediately follow at 2:00 PM, officiated by Reverend Dr. Arthur L. Brown.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Tabernacle Baptist Church in Jerome’s memory, honoring his legacy of service and love.
Jerome’s life was a beautiful testament to generosity, faith and joy. He will be deeply missed and forever remembered.
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Donna and Marvin " Pap " sending my Prayers and Condolences on your loss. May God comfort you during this difficult time.
Uncle jerome it's so hard for me to put into words You was always so nice and loving to me I'm goin to miss your laugh & definitely your cooking I will always Keep ur memory alive u will b missed I love u your niece chirena lyles
My heartfelt condolences to the family. Tiff and I have been friends it seems like a life time. Joy was always brought to our friendship. Rest well my dear friend.
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Please accept my deepest condolences, Donna and family. May God's comfort sustain you during this difficult time. Tiff will be deeply missed by his friends and our entire community.
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Donna,Tiff was always doing something for friends and family, we've been friends over 30 years and I will miss him forever. He severed people with that smile , God open his gates to Heaven and welcomed him home,no more sickness nothing but peace and happiness forever. Rest in peace my friend.
On behalf of the Thompson family, we want you to know that our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of sorrow. Auntie Donna, we know your pain, and we wish we could take even a piece of it from you. Please know that we are holding you and Uncle Pap close in both thought and prayer. Jerome "Tiff" was deeply loved, and we truly believe his spirit is now at peace in the arms of our Heavenly Father. Though his physical presence is no longer with us, his spirit lives on in your heart, in your memories, and in the lives he touched. Grief can come in waves, some gentle, others overwhelming. In those moments, may you feel God's arms around you, steadying you and reminding you that you are not alone. We love you both. Stacie, Robyn, and Robert III
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