William “Bill” John Dietrick, age 81 of Arnot, PA, passed away on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, at UPMC Williamsport Hospital. Bill was born on Wednesday, July 26, 1944, in Blossburg, PA, a son of Joseph and Albertina Dietchie. Bill was the husband of Edith (Green) Starks-Dietrick.
He was a proud Army National Guard veteran and worked as a truck driver for Ed Signor. He was a member of the American Legion Post 167 and enjoyed trains, trucks, NASCAR, ginger brandy, taking care of his trucks and his yard, telling stories of life in Blossburg, and his dog Teddy.
Bill is survived by his wife, Edith. He was preceded in death by his parents, and brother Sherell Dietrick.
Family and friends are invited to call on Monday, May 4, 2026, from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM at Buckheit Funeral Chapel and Crematory, Inc., 637 South Main Street, Mansfield, PA. A funeral service will immediately follow with Pastor Joshua MacClaren officiating. Burial will take plaqce in Saint Mary’s Cemetery, Blossburg, PA. www.buckheitfcandcrematory.com.
