Michael A. Hilty of rural Adams County was born sleeping at 10:55 p.m. on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at Dupont Hospital in Fort Wayne, IN.

He is survived by his parents, Eldon and Arlene Hilty; seven siblings, Regina, Amy, Hannah, Steven, Annette, Joshua, and Rhoda; maternal grandparents, Marvin & Martha Hilty of Berne, IN; and paternal grandmother, Bertha Hilty of Berne, IN.

Michael was preceded in death by his paternal grandfather, Jerome Hilty.

The Hiltys reside at 695 W. 350 S. Berne, IN.

A graveside service will be held at Schwartz Amish Cemetery in Berne, IN, Friday, May 22, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. with Bishop Leroy D. Shetler officiating

Arrangements are being handled by Downing & Glancy Funeral Home in Geneva, IN.

Online condolences may be made at www.glancyfuneralhomes.com