Pete "P.J." Diaz
June 5, 1994 ~ January 29, 2025
Pete "P.J." Diaz, 30, beloved son and brother died Wednesday, January 29, 2025 in the Washington DC plane crash. Visitation will be 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm on Thursday, February 13, 2025. Services will be 10:00 am, Friday, February 14, 2025, both at Downing & Lahey West Mortuary.
P.J. leaves a legacy of love, friendship, and unforgettable journeys. He was a world traveler who visited 49 states. He never met a stranger, making friends wherever he went and spreading joy to everyone he encountered. His favorite adventures were on cruises, where he could explore new places and meet new people. P.J. valued experiences above all else, cherishing the memories he made along the way.
Preceded in death by his grandparents, Pete, Sr. and Cora Diaz. Survived by his mother, Linda “Gilley” Diaz and his father Pete G. (Ruth) Diaz Jr.; sisters, Melissa (Chris) Hunter, Elaina (Josh) Johnson; 6 nieces and nephews, all of Wichita, KS; grandparents, Earl and Joyce Gilley of Winfield, KS.
Memorial contributions may be made to: The Trevor Project, Attn: Development, PO Box 69232, West Hollywood CA, 90069 or American Heart Association, 5800 Foxridge Drive, Mission, Kansas 66202.
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I hired Pete and was his immediate boss at LogicData. I was impressed from the beginning by his eager attitude, his fearlessness, his desire to teach his students, our customers, and help them understand and master our software products. He was always professional and sweet, kind, friendly, funny and smart.
My heart broke when I learned the news of his death and the world lost some of its light and joy. I will always remember Pete and am proud to have known him and counted him as a friend.
Pete, you were a pleasure to work with. Our team wouldn’t have made it thru our implementation without your patience and brilliance. The world is less one kind and friendly soul. Rest in peace, Pete.
PJ, I’ll never forget the memories we had together. I’m so thankful I was able to be your friend 3 My thoughts are with you & your family
PJ OU WILL BE MISSED! we met on a cruse and he was the light of the party. We had so much in common from pain to personal live problems. you are a great friend to game and talk to and ofcorse cruse with! God bless you and your family you left behind! love you bro! untill we meet again!
This is a tribute tree to PJ’sfamily in memory of our deepbond of friendship. May yourest now. See on the otherside bro.
I worked remotely with Pete over the last several years during a software implementation. We spent hours upon hours with him, learning from him, sharing new ideas, and problem solving. Pete was a brilliant mind with a collaborative spirit and a fun sense of humor. He was confident, professional, and always open to new ideas. I enjoyed getting to know him a little and learning what he had to share. Thank you, Pete ~
I have known PJ almost 10 years. He was such a pleasure to work with. He was funny and kind and will always have a special place in my heart. I am so grateful that I got to know him. I pray in time that his family and friends will find peace. PJ, my dear, I will miss you!
P.J. Was a good friend of mine. We would often talk about cruises that we had went on and ones we were planning. He was a light in this world gone too soon. He will be forever missed.
P.J. Was an amazing person. I remember all the times we shared. He was always making everyone laugh and smile. If you needed someone to talk to or to cheer you up, he was your guy. He never knew a stranger and I remember him telling me about how he met all these people on different cruises and how fun it was so sit there with them and talk. He was truly a sweet person and no one could ever replace him. We love you P.J.
Love you PJ. Rest in peace.
I’m so sorry for your loss. May God give you peace during this difficult time. My prayers and thoughts go out to you all.
Matthew 5:4
There are too many good memories, but I loved playing board games and laughing with you! The kids also loved your dance moves!❤️ You were fun and the best brother. I love you, and I will miss you so much!
I worked with Pete as both a Colleague and then later as a Customer. He was an amazing young man, with a smile that did not falter even in the toughest of circumstances. I will always admire his self assuredness and determination…Pete will be missed…
You taught me a lot about friendship that I’ll carry with me forever. I love ya, and I’ll miss you very much, Peej. My condolences to the Diaz family.
P.J. was a sweet soul and had a wonderful and gentle spirit. I knew PJ and Chris in Washington, and that whole gang. I’m so glad that he got to live as much of his life as he did. But, his bright light has been put out WAY TOO SOON! If there were more people like PJ, this world would be a phenomenal place!!!!! I will keep your family in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.