Charles L. Dilger, 76, St. Anthony

Charles L. Dilger, 76, of St. Anthony, passed away at 8:30 a.m. on Saturday, April 7, 2018, at home.

He was born in St. Meinrad, Indiana on May 16, 1941, to Fred and Frances (Mehling) Dilger. He married Veronica “Fronie” Sermersheim on June 25, 1966, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Ireland. She preceded him in death on February 28, 2018.

Charlie retired from UPS after 26 years of service. He served in the Indiana Army National Guard. He was a member of Divine Mercy Parish – St. Anthony Church where he served as an usher for many years and was a member of the Cemetery Board.

He was a member of the St. Anthony Community Center, where he served as a director. And he was a member of the Mariah Hill YMI. He was also active in scouting.

Charlie enjoyed woodworking, gardening, and spending time with friends and family.

He is survived by three sons, Mark Dilger (Terri) of Richland, Steve Dilger (Heather) of Jasper and Dave Dilger of Jasper; two grandchildren, Kyla and Kevin Dilger; one sister, Betty Mehringer of Ireland; and one brother, James B. Dilger (Linda) of St. Meinrad.

Preceding him in death besides his wife was one son Dean Dilger.

Funeral services for Charles L. Dilger will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, April 11, 2018, at Divine Mercy Parish-St. Anthony Church with burial to follow in St. Anthony Cemetery.

A visitation will be held from 2:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 10, 2018, at the Becher-Kluesner Downtown Chapel in Jasper, and from 9:00 a.m. until the 10:00 a.m.service time on Wednesday at the church.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Divine Mercy Parish or a favorite charity.

Online condolences may be made at www.becherkluesner.com.