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Joseph D. Dilger

May 26, 1948 – October 12, 2026

Age 78 · Bismarck, ND

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Joseph D. Dilger, 78, of Bismarck, ND, died October 12, 2026. Joseph was born May 26, 1948. Arrangements are by Eastgate Funeral & Cremation Service.

Updated · Source: Eastgate Funeral & Cremation Service

He grew up in Center, North Dakota, and graduated from Center High School before studying at North Dakota State University. He served in the U.S. Army, including a deployment to Vietnam, and later worked in construction and for the U.S. Postal Service in Bismarck until retiring in 2008. He was a photographer and outdoorsman, and he was married to Deborah Femling until her death.

Summarized from the full obituary at Eastgate Funeral & Cremation Service.

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When is Joseph D. Dilger’s memorial service?
Joseph D. Dilger’s memorial service is November 25, 2026 at 10:00 am, at Pro-Cathedral of St. Mary, 806 E Broadway Ave, Bismarck, ND 58501.
When is the visitation for Joseph D. Dilger?
Visitation for Joseph D. Dilger is November 24, 2026, 6:00 - 7:00 pm, at Parkway Funeral Service.
How old was Joseph D. Dilger?
Joseph D. Dilger of Bismarck, ND was 78 when Joseph died on October 12, 2026; Joseph was born May 26, 1948.
Which funeral home is handling Joseph’s arrangements?
Eastgate Funeral & Cremation Service is handling arrangements for Joseph D. Dilger and publishes the full obituary, guestbook and flower orders on its website.

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