DELPHOS — Oleta Mae (Graf) Bilimek of Delphos went to be with the Lord on Monday, May 19, 2025, at her home surrounded by her family.

She was born on Sept. 17, 1940, to Albert and Bessie (Sarka) Graf, who preceded her in death. On Sept. 28, 1957, she married Thomas E. Bilimek, Sr., who survives.

She is also survived by her daughter, Ellen (James) Bradley; sons, Thomas (Beth) Bilimek Jr., Albert (Lisa) Bilimek and Ronald Bilimek; granddaughter, Sarah (Kevin) Brady; grandson, Bryan (Shelly) Bradley; two great-grandsons, Kellen Brady and Alex Bradley; and grand-dogs and grand-cats.

Oleta was a homemaker. She loved mowing lawns, gardening, and cooking. In the 1970s and 1980s, she delivered Meals on Wheels to the shut-ins. 

The funeral service will begin at 2 p.m. on Sunday, May 25, at Harter & Schier Funeral Home. Pastor Steve Haddix will officiate. Burial will take place at a later date.

Her family will receive friends on Saturday from 2-6 p.m. at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made to West Ohio Food Bank.