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Wilbur Dilbone Obituary
Wilbur E., Jr.
“Duke”
Wilbur E. “Duke” Dilbone Jr., age 61, of Ottawa Lake, MI, passed away very suddenly Sunday, June 5, 2016 at Flower Hospital in the Emergency Room where he was surrounded by his loving family and dear friends. He was born on July 21, 1954 to Wilbur E. Sr. and Bertha (Preston) Burton in Toledo. Duke worked for many years for the Doehler-Jarvis Co. and most recently he was a mechanic for over 25 years at Bohl Equipment. He currently served as Chairman of UAW Local 12 and he was the former President of Black Swamp Cruisers in Toledo, OH. One of his true passions was drag racing, he was an avid drag racer for over 40 years. Duke was a proud patriot and a devoted supporter of military causes such as POW-MIA.
In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his son, Micheal A. Dilbone. Left to cherish his memory are his loving wife of 40 years, Suzanne C. “Suzy” (Bacon) Dilbone; children, April Dilbone (Pete Regits) and Kimberly Skinner; three loving grandchildren, Jazmine, Marvin III and Michael; two sisters and a host of additional relatives and dear friends.
Per Duke's request and as a final tribute to him and his passion for racing, for all of his dear friends to please
select and bring a racing sticker to be placed on his casket.
The family will receive guests on Thursday, June 9, 2016 from 3-8:00 p.m. at Newcomer Funeral Home, 4752 Heatherdowns Blvd. (419-381-1900). Funeral Services will begin in the funeral home on Friday, June 10, 2016 at 10:30 a.m. with Pastor Andy Hill officiating.
Interment will follow in
Whiteford Union Cemetery.
To leave a special message for the Dilbone Family, please visit
www.NewcomerToledo.com
As published in The Blade
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Sean driscoll
June 9, 2016
Duke was a good friend. His laugh will be missed by all that knew him. He was the type of person that would in an instant drop what he was doing and help anyone in need. He was a great family man and raised his daughters to be respectful and polite to all. I surly will miss my friend "BDD"
June 8, 2016
My sincere condolence to you family during this very sad time.May the peace of god comfort your family.
Gary & Gwen Ward
June 7, 2016
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Duke was a good friend and will be missed.
WILLIAM DITTMAN
June 7, 2016
Thanks for the MEMORIES my Friend . RIP
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3:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Newcomer Funeral Home - Southwest Toledo Chapel4752 Heatherdowns Blvd, Toledo, OH 43614
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10
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10:30 a.m.
Newcomer Funeral Home - Southwest Toledo Chapel4752 Heatherdowns Blvd, Toledo, OH 43614
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