(Equality, Il.) Robert Lee (Bob) Dietz age 71, lifetime resident of Gallatin County passed away at his home in Equality, IL on July 18, 2007. Bob as most knew him was born in Equality, IL on October 18, 1935 to the late Leo and Ruth (Pritchett) Dietz. Bob served his country in the Army from 1955 to 1960. He worked in the Department of Corrections for many years. He was a member of the St. Joseph Catholic Church in Equality. Bob always enjoyed being around people, talking, kidding them and laughing. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends.
Survivors:
Daughter Nancy Williams Ridgway, IL
Sons Jeff Milligan Harrisburg, IL
Dirk Milligan Harrisburg, IL
Terry Milligan Atlanta, Il
Sisters Billie Anderson Phoenix, Arizona
Joanne Rexing Equality, Il
Polly Thompkins Equality, Il
11 Grandchildren 2 Great Grandchildren
Preceded in death by Parents, Son - Brian Dietz, Daughter - Crystal Dietz, Grandson - Jordan Friend, 3 Brothers - Don, David and Leo Dietz
3 Sisters - Tede Zirkelbach, Hazel Wenzel, Nancy Dietz
At Bob's request he will be cremated and there will be a private family service at a later date.
Arrangements are entrusted to the Cox and Son Funeral Home in Ridgway.