Newcastle, WY - Jim passed away on Sept. 30, 2012 at Weston County Health Services. Jim was born Aug. 16, 1951 in Newcastle, Wy, where he grew up and raised his daughters. Jim graduated from Newcastle High School and went on to attend the University of Wyoming, in Laramie. In 1973 he took over his father's construction company working in the oil fields in Weston, Crook, Campbell and Niobrara counties. Jim enjoyed golfing, and a good cribbage game. He was also an avid bowler and especially enjoyed the out of town trips. Jim was always the first to lend a helping hand and offer some good natured ribbing. He loved life and those he shared it with. He is survived by his loving wife, Felicia; daughters, Bridget Dilts, (Dave) Reed of Casper, WY, Tami (VJ) McFarlin , Billie Jo (Adam) McFarlin, Tanya Marshall (Jared Hespe) all of Newcastle, WY; son, DeVella Martin of Springfield, OR; Nine grandchildren; Five brothers and sisters, Thomas (Nadine) Dilts of Billings, MT, Don (Joyce) Dilts, Bob Dilts all of Newcastle, WY; Carol (Don) Cool of Gillette and Veva (Casey) Abbott both of Gillette, WY. He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Marjorie Dilts, and one daughter, Jamie Schultz. Memorial services will be held on Friday, Oct. 5, 2012, at 2 p.m., with Pastor, John D. Hooper officiating at Christ the King Lutheran Church in Newcastle. A social gathering will immediately follow the services at the Newcastle Country Club.