Lyle W. Dirks Obituary
With solemn reverence, we commemorate Lyle W. Dirks of Sterling, Illinois, whose life came to an end on April 2, 2026 at the age of 91, leaving behind cherished memories. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Lyle W. Dirks to show support.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Lawrence Edwin Dirks and Erma Belle Dirks (Watson); his wife Donna Jean Stern; his sister Lola Jean Behrens (Dirks); and his grandson Michael.
He is survived by: his children, Lyle C. Dirks (Sherrie) of Winnebago, Lynda Staples (Thomas Sr.) and Larri Dirks (Susan) of Sterling; his grandchildren, Nathan, Angela, Jacob Dirks, Amber Sieber (Mat), Thomas Staples, Jr. (Marci), Eric Staples (Cathy), Kirk Staples (Stacia), Nickolaus Dirks (Antori) and Benjamin Dirks (Allison); his great grandchildren, Henry, Jonathan, Jacob, Shylo, Mackenzie, Alexis (Alex), Quinn, Adam, Elizabeth, Charles, Annie and Margaret; and his great great grandchildren, Brantley, Paisley Jo and Mia. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to New Life Lutheran Church of Sterling.
