Russell Judd Diefendorf, McAlister Professor Emeritus of Ceramic Engineering, passed away peacefully on October 24, 2024, at the age of 93.
Diefendorf began his Clemson career on May 17, 1990, and retired on June 26, 1997, totaling more than seven years of service with the University. His many honors and achievements included the American Ceramic Society’s James Mueller Memorial Lecturer award and the Ishikawa Prize from the Japanese
Union of Scientists and Engineers.
Diefendorf earned degrees from the University of Rochester and the University of Toronto.
Friends and family are welcome to a Celebration of Life to be held at the Inn at Patrick Square in Clemson on Saturday, November 9, 2024, from 12-2 p.m.
