He was born November 1, 1930 in Davisburg, Michigan, to Delbert and Esther (Fields) Dillenbeck, he came to this area in 2000 from Michigan.

He was a retired Press Operator for General Motors. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping, traveling and vegetable gardening. He was a volunteer of many hours with the Frostproof Care Center.

Preceded in death by his two daughters, Lynn in 1961 and Carol Ann in 2011; five sisters and two brothers.

He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Marie Dillenbeck; son, Robert W. Dillenbeck, Jr. and his wife Eva of Lake Orion, Michigan and many nieces and nephews.

A memorial service is pending at this time.

Those who wish, may contribute to Frostproof Care Center, 17 S Scenic Highway, Frostproof, FL 33843.

Marion Nelson Funeral Home of Frostproof handling arrangements.