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GILBERT DILLEY Obituary

DR. GILBERT LEE DILLEY, went to be with The Lord on Saturday, April 13, 2013, at 12 p.m. Born Feb. 14, 1938, in Hamilton, Ind., he was a son of George and Wilda Dilley. On Aug. 2, 1959, he married Karon Lepley; she survives. He graduated from Ashley High School, received his BA from Taylor University, Master of Divinity from Asbury Seminary, and then pursued and received his Doctorate of Ministry from Oral Roberts University. Gilbert was a pastor in the United Methodist Church for several years ministering at the Millgrove / Union Chapel / Kingsley Circuit; Pennville / Blackford Circuit; and Robinson Chapel / Wesley Chapel Circuit. In 1972, Gilbert became founder and president of Victory Life Ministries, Inc. and Victory Life Temple. He ministered there before he and his family moved to Guatemala for short term mission work. Also surviving are his three sons, Daniel (Phyllis) Dilley, David (Beth) Dilley and Douglas (Becky) Dilley; three daughters, Donna (Bobby) Bennett, Deanna (Mike) George and Deborah Dilley; 22 grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, David; sister-in-law, Judy; brother-in-law, Ernie Miller; and granddaughter, Melissa Dilley. A Celebration service is 11 a.m. Wednesday, April 17, 2013, at New Hope Christian Center, Waterloo, with calling one hour prior to service. Pastor Roger Dilley officiating. Preferred memorials to Victory Life Ministries, Inc. or a charity of donor's choice. Arrangements by Midwest Funeral Home and Cremation Society.

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Published by Fort Wayne Newspapers on Apr. 16, 2013.

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Daniel & Theresa Chiappazzi

April 20, 2013

Gilbert was our Pastor at Victory Life in the late 1980's. He came to our hometown of Erie, PA for my father's funeral. He is truly a man who was after God's heart and who exemplified the Isaiah 61 verse. Prayers for all of the Dilley family at this time of sorrow - and Victory.

Dennis Kutzner

April 18, 2013

Gilbert was a truly great man of God. It was a privilege to learn from him. His impact will continue in the many lives he so graciously touched.

Sandra Dilley

April 17, 2013

Karon and Family,

My heart goes out to all of you at this time of saying goodbye to your loved one. We know he is healed and celebrating with the Lord though we miss him. You all have been in my thoughts and prayers. Love you much.

Nancy Kirchner

April 17, 2013

So sorry to hear of your loss. Many prayers for all the family

Deborah Dilley

April 17, 2013

Love you Dad!

Carolyn Eifrid

April 17, 2013

I wanted to come to the service but am sick. I remember the night in your home when Gilbert laid hands on Dick and prayed. Our lives were never the same after that night. I prayed for you over the years and was delighted to see what God was doing. Dick went home to be with the Lord six years ago in May. The Lord spoke to me and said He would be my husband. I stand in awe how He has taken care of me these last six years. Karon He will do the same for you.

April 17, 2013

SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. GOD PROMISES US THAT WE WILL SEE OUR LOVED ONES AGAIN, MAY YOU FIND COMFORT IN KNOWING THAT HE IS WITH YOU NOW.

April 17, 2013

I was going to come to the service but am sick today. I have prayed for you Karon over the years and was delighted to see what God has done. I remember how Gilbert prayed for Dick in your home and our lives have not been the same since then. Dick went home to be with the Lord six years ago in May. The first thing the Lord spoke to me was that He would be my husband. I stand in awe of how He has cared for me these last six years. He will do the same for you. Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.Carolyn Eifrid Ft Wayne IN 2604937324

Faye and John Houk

April 17, 2013

Our prayers are with all of you today in the loss of your precious husband, father and grandfather. May God give you comfort, peace and joy in the midst of your wonderful memories of the life you shared. Love and Prayers,

Kathleen Miller

April 17, 2013

Gilbert will be missed by all the family so much but we would not deny him the joy of being in the presence of our Wonderful Lord.

Joseph Wagner

April 16, 2013

Gilbert and I had real times of spiritual growth at Taylor. Spent some time after that as fellow pastors

Dylan Conrad

April 16, 2013

Thoughts and prayers to the family at this time. Thank you Lord and thank you Mr. Dilley for your guiding presence and words of encouragement and hope during my time at Victory Life.

April 16, 2013

Sorry to hear about your loss. We will have you in our prayers during this time.

Ed and Pauli Jackson

Miguel & Linda Toledo

April 16, 2013

Our condolences to the family. You are in our prayers. Glad we got to meet Gilbert many years ago in Guatemala.

Cheryl Maybee Griepp

April 16, 2013

Gilbert was my pastor for many years during my teen and young adult life and always remained a dear friend to my family. He had a tremendous influence on my life and will be greatly missed. He will forever hold a very special place in my heart. Love to all the extended Dilley family and prayers for your comfort.

Tim Rovenstine

April 16, 2013

Gilbert Dilley left a trail of impacted people where ever he went. I remember vividly the boat ride down the Passion River in Guatemala and he exhorted me to live in VICTORY. That was sort of his Shield of Armor

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