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Diebold -- Charles Harbou Diebold, 93, died Saturday, January 4, 2003 unexpectedly of a heart problem. He was born on November 7, 1909 to Frank and Emma Harbou Diebold. He graduated from Cornell University in Ithaca, NY with a PhD in silviculture, soils and botany. He married Elizabeth Strong in 1935. He is survived by his wife; three sons, Robert, James and David; 10 grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. He worked for the Forest Service and retired from the Soil Conservation Service in 1966. Upon retirement, he volunteered his services to the Presbyterian Church during the winter months of most years and served in Pakistan, Thailand, Philippines, Mexico, Guatamala and the Dominican Republic. He and his wife purchased a farm near Peralta, NM in 1954 and raised native grass and flower seed along with other crops. In the mid 1980's, Charles became a founder, director and treasurer of C.H. Diebold Missions (mission projects in Mexico) and A.R.T.A. (Appropriate Rural Technology Association). A.R.T.A. supports drinking water and agricultural projects in Mexico and Thailand. He was actively involved in C.H. Diebold Missions and A.R.T.A. until his time of death. A memorial service will be held Saturday, January 18, 2003, 11:00 a.m., at the First Presbyterian Church, 215 Locust NE, Albuquerque, NM. Reception to follow service. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the C.H. Diebold Missions or to A.R.T.A. in care of First Presbyterian Church, 215 Locust NE, Albuquerque, NM, 87102. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
        Published on: Thu January 16, 2003