WAUNAKEE, Wis. — Waunakee Area EMS is mourning the death of paramedic Daria Deibele, remembered for her upbeat spirit and clinical skill.
Deibele joined the agency in 2022 as a volunteer EMT-Basic, attended paramedic school and moved into a full-time position in early 2024, WKOW reported. She was also a member of Whitewater Fire and EMS.
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In a Facebook post, Waunakee Area EMS said Deibele was “a bright and joyful presence” in the agency.
The department said her laughter and dedication to patient care made a lasting impression on coworkers and the communities she served.
The department did not release her cause of death out of respect for her family.
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