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Karl F. Dilcher

By T.J. Woodward

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Karl F. Dilcher, 87 of Oakfield, passed away on Wednesday, December 29, 2021 at United Memorial Medical Center in Batavia. He was born March 30, 1934 in Bergen, to the late Edward and Irene (Nye) Dilcher. He is preceded in death by a daughter Kathy Kozlowski, sisters, Joyce Bartholomew and Arlene Peck.  

Mr. Dilcher retired from Chapin Manufacturing in Batavia. He was an avid New York Yankees fan and loved watching NASCAR. Karl was a member of St. Padre Pio Parish. He enjoyed working in the garden and having coffee with the boys.  

Mr. Dilcher is survived by his beloved wife, Lorraine M. (Sformo) Dilcher of Oakfield, sons, Karl (Tammy) Dilcher of Oakfield, Michael (Donna) Dilcher of Marco Island, FL; sister Shirley Ribbeck of FL, 10 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren, 1 great-great-grandchild, along with several nieces and nephews.

Friends are invited to call from 11:00am to 2:00pm on Thursday, January 6, 2022 at Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Co. Inc. 329-333 West Main Street, Batavia, New York 14020. A 2:00pm Celebration of his Life will immediately follow at the Funeral Home.

***Masks will be required at all services. ***

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Oakfield Fire Department, 20 Albert St, Oakfield, NY 14125. To share memories or condolences please visit www.gilmartinfuneralhome.com. Arrangements completed by Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Co. Inc. 329-333 West Main Street, Batavia, New York, 14020.

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