Anthony “Tony” Dietz, Jr, 82, passed away peacefully on July 12, 2023. He is survived by his devoted wife and companion of 33 years, Janet Lewis Foley, daughters Chris (Tim) Kobler, Sandy (John) Short and Patty (Ed) Driscoll, sisters Mary Licata, Bernie Flacke, Joann (John) Collum, Debbie (Art) Batson and brother Tom (Nancy) Dietz, grandchildren Anthony (Amanda) Kobler, Andy (Katie) Kobler, PJ (Heidi) Kobler, Adam (Jessica) Kobler, Samantha Short, Ryan Short and Sophie Driscoll, 9 great grandchildren and many nieces, nephews, and friends.
Tony was predeceased by his parents Anthony and Mary (Peitz) Dietz, his first wife Phyllis (Widel) Dietz and brother-in-law’s Bob Flacke and Joe Licata.
Tony was born in St Louis, Mo. He loved figuring out what made things work.
He was self-employed and ran and owned a HVÄC company in Brentwood MO for most of his adult life. After retirement, he moved to the Lake of the Ozarks.
Tony loved to garden and he especially loved his water garden. He was a self-taught expert and was known to help anyone who asked. He loved to build all kinds of things including flying model airplanes, pine wood derby cars, woodworking, small barns, and anything else one might need. He was “Tony of all trades.” In retirement he discovered painting and found his muse at the lake. He loved his cats and eating ribs. He had an awesome sense of humor and a steady and constant love for his wife, family, and friends. He lived his life with honesty and integrity and will be greatly missed.
Arrangements will be at Kutis Funeral Home in Affton on Saturday August 5,
2023. Visitation from 2-4. Memorial Service at 4pm.
Anthony was a dear, kind and loving brother. He would have done anything for anyone. He is loved and will be missed by all of his family. God bless you, Anthony and may you be resting in the arms of our Lord and Savior.
Tony and Janet are 2 of our best friends. Tony loved life and always enjoyed a good joke. We loved him like a big brother . He is in our Savior’s House with no more pain. Our heart felt condolences to Janet and all the family. Love and prayersto all