Marc E. Dietz Obituary (1970 - 2021)

Marc E. Dietz, 50, passed away Monday, April 26, at home with Sara by his side. Marc was born December 27, 1970, to William and Carol (nee Hinshaw) Dietz in Bloomington, IL. He was preceded in death by his maternal and paternal grandparents. Marc married Sara Anderson in September 2001. He is survived by Sara, their daughter Kennedy, both of Bloomington, and his son Zach Dietz, Mammoth Lakes, California. Marc is also survived by his siblings Mike (Julie), Trinity, FL, Sharon (Matt) Dixon, Bloomington, and Lisa (Zeke) Flynn, Carlock; nephews Tyler and Hunter Dietz, and Alex Dixon; niece Lauren Dixon; fur nieces/nephews Frankie, Bella, and Floyd Flynn, as well as many aunts, uncles, and cousins. A 1989 Central Catholic High School graduate, he loved being part of their football team. Some of his fondest memories were volunteering for Prairie Air Show with his friend Brett Krause. An avid collector of Star Wars and video games, he also had a passion for building and working with computers. Marc had a great sense of humor, maintaining it through his brief illness. A legend in the kitchen, Marc created menus for various restaurants and the District 87 school system. He was a great mentor and had a gift for culinary teaching. During his last few months, Marc held on to Sara and Kennedy, making new memories and living in grace and kindness. He was a brave warrior until his last breath. Marc was loved by many and will be missed greatly. See you later, smashed tomatoes, and I love me too. A private celebration of life will be planned for the family at a later date. In lieu of flowers, please consider a gift for Marc's final expenses. Please send to Marc Dietz Memorial Fund, Mid Illini Credit Union, 1811 Eastland Drive, Bloomington, IL 61704.