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Benjamin Andrew Dilts
MILLER BEACH -
Benjamin Andrew Dilts, age 36 of Miller Beach, passed away unexpectedly on June 5, 2019.
Ben is survived by his father, Mattison Dilts and mother, Gene Wozniak Dilts; sister, Elizabeth Dilts Marshall (Wyatt Marshall).
He played the guitar, piano and was a talented drummer in several local bands. He was a social worker for more than a decade, first at Arc Bridges, where he provided support services for developmentally disabled adults. He later worked at Geminus Regional Health Systems, wherehe was a supervisor with the Real Fathers Initiative Program, which reunited separated families.
A lover of his lifetime home in Miller Beach, he volunteered with the Humane Society and Friends of Marquette Park. Ben was a lifetime member of Marquette Park United Methodist Church.
Visitation on Sunday, June 9, 2019 from 1:00-5:00 p.m. at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 10101 Broadway, Crown Point, IN. Funeral service Monday, June 10, 2019 at 10:00 a.m. at BURNS. Services will conclude after the funeral. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Marquette Park United Methodist Church. www.burnsfuneral.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Benjamin Dilts
Judy Massey
June 17, 2019
Dear Genie and Matt, please accept my sincerest condolences for your loss. Ben was a wonderful young man full of promise. Rather than crying because he is gone//smile because he lived! Love Judy
Fred Buczek
June 13, 2019
Matt and Genie
So very sorry for your loss.
Sue and Skip Vacca
June 13, 2019
So sorry we couldn't be there for the funeral to say goodbye to this lovely chap. Our hearts were with with you. Hugs. xxx
Dave & Valerie Chnupa
June 12, 2019
Prayers and hugs to family and friends.
Greg & Laurie Starrett
June 12, 2019
We are so sorry to hear, our thoughts are with your family. We remember him well a child, sounds like he grew up to be a wonderful man.
Donna Strang
June 12, 2019
Genie and Matt, There are no words that can express my heart sadness and sympathy. You're in my heart and prayers. I hope you find peace and comfort in your happy memories.
Larry Keilman
June 11, 2019
Please accept my sincere condolences and sympathies at this time. Ben was a great person and his passing is a loss to to this world.
Danna Conley
June 11, 2019
Thinking of family/friends of Ben and wishing everyone strength, comfort and peace in the days ahead.
June 10, 2019
We are so sad to hear about Ben and we send you our deepest condolences.
Rosemary Lopiano and Norm Caplan
Tanice Foltz
June 10, 2019
Dear Matt and Genie and relatives, sending you love and light to help you cope with the loss of your son. Although I did not know him, his obituary made it clear that he was a wonderful and talented man. Miller has lost another of its amazing residents. My sympathy goes out to you during this difficult time of grieving and reflection, and I hope that only happy memories remain after your grief subsides. A big hug to embrace you both, Tanice
Nora Glenn
June 10, 2019
I don't understand how this could happen to the nicest family on earth. Find comfort with your many extended families--Miller, MPPC... Nora Glenn, Don and Maggie Mooers
Dee Goldstone
June 10, 2019
So sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
John Boyden
June 10, 2019
I am so sorry to hear of this news and your loss, Matt and Geneie. I never met Ben. But between his "good people" pedigree from both of you...and a shared passion in drumming, I feel like I've lost a good friend. You're in my prayers. And his music will never be muted.
June 9, 2019
I am a cousin of Matt, Chris, Merritt, and Sarah. I was a Collins and grew up in Whiting. Many visits with you four as children, both in Whiting and in Miller. I am sending deepest sympathy to your family upon hearing from Beth Healy Sanchex of Ben's death. I am so very sorry. I'll be holding you all in my thoughts. Sincerely, Nan Collins Shively, Columbus, North Carolina
Martha Bohn
June 9, 2019
Genie and Matt, I'm very sad about the death of your son Matt. I'm sorry that I didn't get to know him. I can't imagine the sorrow of you're losing a son. It is a heavy weight for our whole neighborhood. My thoughts are with you. Marty
Gena Leslie and John Rex M
June 9, 2019
Dilts Family
From the bottom of our hearts the Mitchell Family sends our warmest thoughts and prayers to your family.
Gintert family
June 9, 2019
We wish you all moments of peace and comfort as we extend our heartfelt condolences.
Eileen Woodard-Goodson
June 9, 2019
He touched many hearts. Blessings and love to his family and friends.
Nicole Toma-Tolman
June 9, 2019
I remember Ben really well, since our 9th grade year. I got to know him when he became friends with Justine, and I remember him playing cards with a few of his friends at lunch. I also remember him being so shy and quiet, and it was awesome to see him open up so much and become part of the band scene. I was a very big fan of his drumming from when he was with HGC, and didn't know he played piano and guitar as well! He was so smart and talented, and I am so sad that he is gone. Prayers and hugs to his closest friends and family. Rest in peace, Ben...
Laura Philbin
June 9, 2019
Sending you so much love and light. I'm so sorry for the loss of Ben, he was wonderful and I have so many happy memories of times in Miller with him.
James McCluskey
June 9, 2019
So sorry for your loss
Deb K
June 9, 2019
There is nothing I can say to take away your pain right now. All any of us can offer to you, Ben's family, is our sincere prayers, our love and support. You have that and you are never alone. Time heals but the heart aches always. Let us help you through this loss in whatever ways may be best for you. Ben's spirit lives on in his family and friends, always! Though he is no longer here, he will never, ever be forgotten!
Debra Schreiber
June 9, 2019
My deepest sympathies. What a shock! :(
June 9, 2019
Matt and family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss.
Katie Blakley
Angela Y. Butler
June 8, 2019
Dilts Family,
My deepest heart felt sympathies on the loss of your Ben. To be absent of the body, is to be in the presence of the Lord - Ben, You are Home, God Bless your Soul! Matt, Gene, Elizabeth, and Family, God Bless your hearts!
Prayers Ascending!
Carol Smulevitz Friedman
June 8, 2019
Words cannot express my sympathies and pain for your loss of Ben. I wish you peace and healing. May his memory be a blessing and comfort.
Cousin Emily
June 8, 2019
I'm so sorry for your heartbreaking loss.
Beth Applegate
June 8, 2019
Sending our deepest condolences, love and strength during this sad and difficult time. Much love, Beth
Harley
June 8, 2019
May God be near you at this time of loss. Love you kids
Damara Hamlin
June 8, 2019
Dilts Family-
Our hearts ache with you and for you. Praying God's comfort and peace over you all in this time. Sending love and hugs your way! - Damara Hamlin and Family
Madeline Taylor
June 7, 2019
Extending our most heartfelt sympathy.
Ron & Connie Nichols
June 7, 2019
Our hearts break as we pray for Matt, Geneie, Liz and Wyatt. Ron & Connie Nichols
Crista Luchene
June 7, 2019
Ben and I went to high school first together. Then we both went to IU and that's when we became good pals. He was a someone, I could always count on for a good laugh, a movie watching partner or someone to drive back to NW Indiana. He always partook in our Sunday night dinners too. What a great guy! My first memory of him was at orientation where he approach my mom and I at Wright Quad and just sat down to chat... ❤
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