Rita L. (Walters) Dilling

Rita L. Dilling

September 23, 1956 ~ January 5, 2025

In loving memory of a woman of unwavering faith, who found solace in the beauty of nature and the joys of creativity.

Rita L. Dilling, age 68, of Altoona, passed away at UPMC Altoona surrounded by her family.  She was born in Altoona, daughter of the late Sheldon A. and Helen V. (Ford) Walters.

Rita, a devoted wife to Roy Dilling; a mother to Melody McMasters, Mark McMasters and George Dilling III (Kalena); a stepmother to Matthew Dilling; grandmother to six grandchildren: Aubrie, Alexis, Christian, Andrew, Kasper and Hazel; and was preparing to be a great-grandmother.

She was known for her green thumb and found joy in watching her flowers and garden grow.  Her love for gardening was a reflection of her nurturing spirit and ability to bring life to the world around her.

The warmth of Rita’s kitchen was a sanctuary where love, laughter and memories were made.  The memories and laughs that were had during every given opportunity will forever be cherished by her family.

Above all, her greatest treasures were her children and grandchildren.  She showered them with unconditional love, wisdom and endless support.

Rita will be deeply missed by her family, friends, and all who knew her.  Her spirit will live on in the blooming flowers, the crafts she made, and all the delicious treats.  These things will always be cherished as well as the loving memories she left behind.

May she rest in peace, no longer in pain, and rejoined with her mother, father and brother.

A memorial service is being planned for a later date.  Arrangements are by John K. Bolger Funeral Home Inc., Martinsburg.

Contributions in memory of Rita may be given to the funeral home to help defray expenses.