Tracy Dilts

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Tracy Dilts, 71, of Bellefontaine, passed away January 6, 2025, at Lima Memorial Hospital with his family by his side. 

He was born to the late William and Catherine Dilts on August 24, 1953, in Urbana, Ohio. 

Tracy married his loving wife, Beverly “Susie” Dilts at Geauga Lake in 2005 and she survives with his children, Tony (Lisa) Dilts of Springfield, Danny (Allie) Dilts of Utah and Angie Purcell of Texas. Also surviving is a sister, Sally (Dan) Chiodo of Florida, a half-sister, Betty Metzcar of Springfield and sister-in-law, Kim Dilts of Beavercreek. He had four stepchildren, nine step-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. 

Tracy was preceded in death by his brothers, Bill, Mike and Bruce Dilts, sister, Marvene Johnson and grandson, Brandon Dilts.

He was a proud grandfather to Katona, Katrina, Sorn, Trace, Jeran, Adaline and Eliana and great-granddaughters, Gracie and Millie. He loved it when he was given the name “pops” to all. 

Tracy had worked at Boeing, Rockwell, and retired from NEX after becoming disabled with MD. He was a member of the Bellefontaine Moose and the AMVETS. 

He enjoyed old cars, NASCAR, NHRA, Bengals, OSU sports and playing cards with family. He looked forward to his monthly poker game with his friends, John, Randy, Chuck, Gary and Tim who have helped him in so many ways. 

Per his request, there will be no services or viewing with his cremation and a spreading of his ashes at a later date this summer. 

Donations can be made in his name to the Muscular Dystrophy Association, Inc, 1016 W. Jackson Blvd #1073, Chicago, IL 60607 or to Moose Heart Charities, Inc. 155 S. International Dr. Mooseheart, IL 60539-1100.

Arrangements in care of Walter & Lewis Funeral Home where condolences may be expressed by visiting www.walterfunerals.com.