Edward Dillon Obituary

Edward A. Dillon of Arlington Heights The funeral for Edward A. Dillon will begin with prayers at 9:15 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 5, at Glueckert Funeral Home, Ltd., 1520 N. Arlington Heights Road (four blocks south of Palatine Road), Arlington Heights, then proceed to St. James Church, 831 N. Arlington Heights Road, Arlington Heights, for a Mass at 10 a.m. Interment will be in St. Mary Church Cemetery, Buffalo Grove. Visitation is 3 to 9 p.m. today, at the funeral home. Born Aug. 17, 1980, in Arlington Heights, to Edward J. and Ellen (nee Migdow) Dillon, he passed away Monday, Dec. 31, 2007, in Arlington Heights. Ed was a 1998 graduate of Stevenson High School. He earned his bachelor of arts in political science and journalism at Bradley University in 2002, and his master's in criminal justice from Boston University in 2005. He joined the Arlington Heights police force in March of 2003 and was currently an investigator. He loved his job and his coworkers. He will be sorely missed. Ed was always quick to volunteer and help out in any way when called upon. He served as treasurer of the Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 80. He was a huge Notre Dame and Cubs fan. It was always a special day to head down to South Bend with family and friends. The Irish will surely miss him. Ed is survived by his parents; his brothers, Benjamin and Joseph Dillon; grandparents, Benjamin and Eloise Migdow and Jeanne Martin; and many loving aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the TS Fund, c/o the Village Bank and Trust, 234 W. Northwest Highway, Arlington Heights, IL 60004. For funeral information and condolences, www.GlueckertFH.com or 847-253-0168.

Published by Daily Herald from Jan. 3 to Jan. 4, 2008.
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Dear Eddie,
You and your entire family are always in our thoughts!
Karen and Trip

Karen

December 31, 2023

Dearest Eddie,
We all celebrated you today with a mass and breakfast. You were there with us! We celebrate you every day...We see your smile, we hear your laughter and we feel your love every day!
We all are sending our love to you!!!
We LOVE You and Miss you,
Mom, Dad, Ben, Emily, Joe, Robin, Caleb, Ainslie, Wyatt and Lainey
XOXOXOX

Mom/Dad

December 31, 2023

Happy Birthday, Eddie,
You are always with us every moment of every day!
We celebrate you always in all ways!
We LOVE you and MISS you so...
Mom, Dad, Ben, Emily, Joe, Robin, Caleb, Ainslie, Wyatt and Lainey
XOXOXOXO

Ellen

August 17, 2023

Thinking of you and your family!
You are forever missed and loved!
Karen and Trip

Karen

January 1, 2023

You are so missed.
We saw your parents today and told stories over lunch as usual. You are always in our thoughts and hearts.

Mark Dillon

Work

December 31, 2022

Dear Eddie, Ed, Uncle Ed, Officer Dillon: Words seem to grow shorter, but thoughts and memories grow by the day. A day does NOT go by that you're not thought of countless times. Your presence is a constant! To say you are MISSED would be a major UNDERSTATEMENT. They say time heals all ills, but we doubt there is enough time for that. You have and continue to touch so many lives. We all know we have a blessed guardian Angel and for that we're so grateful. Guide straight our paths till we meet again. With so much LOVE from your overflowing family and friends. XOXOXO

EDWARD/ELLEN DILLON

December 31, 2022

Happy Birthday Eddie,
We lift you up every day and you hold us up!!
You are in our thoughts and hearts every minute of every day!
LOVE you and MISS you so,
Mom, Dad, Ben, Emily, Joe, Robin, Caleb, Ainslie, Wyatt and Lainey
XOXOXO

August 17, 2022

Been thinking about Ed a lot lately. Miss him so much.

Megan Colenbrander-Martin

School

January 6, 2022

To the Dillon clan, Eddie and you are always in our thoughts and prayers. God bless.

Paul Lazzaretti

Friend

January 2, 2022

Dear Eddie,
I know You know how much you're loved and missed! Always in our thoughts! Karen and Trip

Karen Ottenheimer

January 1, 2022

Ed, another year that you're gone. I think of all the things that you've missed. The nieces and nephews you have here and should be watching grow up. I watch Hard Knocks with your Colts and that REALLY makes me think of you. You've been gone 14 years. That's the number of years we knew each other. I cherish all the memories we had during those years. They will last me until we meet again. Love you always, my friend.
Ro

Rosemary Hakimipour

December 31, 2021

Our Dearest Eddie,
We see your smile,
We hear your laughter,
Holding, dear, all our memories!
We think of you every day, sending you love, Always, in All Ways!
LOVE you and MISS you so...
Mom,Dad,Ben,Emily,Joe,Robin, Caleb,Ainslie,Wyatt&Lainey
XOXOXO

December 31, 2021

Happy Birthday Eddie,
I may be a day late sending wishes,but you and your whole family are always in our thoughts!
Karen and Trip

Karen and Trip

August 18, 2021

Dearest Eddie,
HAPPY BIRTHDAY, Eddie!!!
You are with us every minute of every day, always, in all ways!
We Love you and Miss you,
Mom, Dad, Ben, Emily, Joey, Robin,
Caleb, Ainslie, Wyatt and Lainey

August 17, 2021

I’ll never forget he and twin brother were born right after I delivered my son that August by same OB... I remember his mom so very pregnant at doctors appointments. I nanny for your replacement in AH until this Thursday. Every 8/11 I say a prayer for you and your family as I know how you were wanted and loved.

Pam Mandel

Acquaintance

June 1, 2021

I’ll never forget he and rein brother were born right after I delivered my son that August by same OB... I remember his mom so very pregnant at doctors appointments. I nanny for your replacement in AH until this Thursday. Every 8/11 I say a prayer for you and your family as I know how you were wanted and loved.

Pam Mandel

Acquaintance

June 1, 2021

Ed,
Thinking of you and your family at this time of year.

Paul Lazzaretti

Acquaintance

December 31, 2020

Our Dearest Eddie,
There isn't a day/moment that goes by in which WE don't think of you!
You lived your life helping and loving others and still do!
It doesn't get any better without you, we just try to get better at it by remembering your love and the beautiful memories....
I see your smiling face every day and see you looking down on us and know we are all better off for having you in our lives.
LOVE you and MISS you....
LOVE ALWAYS in ALL WAYS,
Mom, Dad, Ben, Emily, Joe, Robin, Caleb, Ainslie, Wyatt and Lainey
XOXOXO

December 31, 2020

Eddie how the hell has it been 13 years! Thank you for continuing to shine a bright light and watch over all those who love you. Always in our thoughts!
Love, Karen and Trip

The Ottenheimers

December 30, 2020

Ed
It's another year that you are gone. It's been 13 now and yesterday. You have another niece and she is such a cute little Angel. Your dad sent me some pictures of Lainey and Wyatt. It is amazing how much Wyatt reminds me of you. You would be crazy about all the kiddos in the family. I love watching Caleb and Ainslie grow up on Facebook. They are sooo cute! The pandemic is still going strong, but thankfully there is now a vaccine. I'll be getting it as soon as I can. Mom is already signed up for it. I'm laughing at what I'm writing to you, because it is like a note I would send you to update you and yet I talk to you frequently and you already know these things. I MISS YOU!!! Tonight the Sooners play the Gators and I wish we could watch the game together. We'll be watching it with Amy and her hubby, who is a Gator. Go Sooners! Your/our Irish will be playing Alabama at the Rose Bowl. I remember when you went to the Rose Bowl with your family. I KNOW you'll be watching the game on the 1st. I'm sorry that I am rambling. You KNOW that I wish you were here. I love you now and always! Love you,
Ro

Ro Hakimipour

Friend

December 30, 2020

Our Precious Ed,

Today should have been so different. Today we should have been teasing you about turning the big 4-0, there would have been so many candles to blow out. You would have teased us about how you were still younger than us. You have such a great sense of humor and were always go good to give as good as you got. So intelligent and witty. Just know I’m thinking about you always. Missing you always. Loving you forever. Celebrating you and wishing you all the joy you have earned in Heaven.

All my love,

Melanie

Melanie Hakimipour

Friend

August 17, 2020

Our Dearest Eddie,
Happy 40th Birthday, Eddie!
We celebrate you today, as we do every day!!
Sending you hugs, kisses and LOVE!!
We feel you always...
You are our special angel! Celebrate today with all your angels friends with you!
We LOVE you,
Mom, Dad, Ben, Emily, Joe, Robin, Caleb, Ainslie and Wyatt
XOXOXO

August 17, 2020

Happy Heavenly Birthday!

I can't believe you would
have been 40 this year! You
threw me the BEST party when
I turned 40. It was an "Open
House" at Champs. Friends would
drop in and out all evening. We
had a GREAT time! How I wish I
could have helped celebrate your
birthday. I wonder what you would
have thought of this pandemic. I
know you wouldn't have been at home like I have been since March.
(Too high risk to chance it) Yesterday was my first time going
somewhere and it was church. We've
been watching Mass on YouTube,
but this was a special occasion.
It was our friend and Priest's last Mass here. He's going to be
the Bishop in Savannah. I cried
at church because he's leaving
and because you're not here. I miss you every day. Before you know it, you will have been gone
longer than we knew each other.

I will love and miss you forever!

Ro Hakimipour

August 17, 2020

Dearest Eddie,
Today, as we do every day, we celebrate your amazing life!!!!!!
We Love you and Miss you so,
Mom, Dad, Ben, Emily, Joe, Robin, Caleb, Ainslie and Wyatt
XOXOXO

December 31, 2019

Dear Eddie,
We think of you, and your entire family, today and ALWAYS!
All our love..
Karen and Trip

December 31, 2019

Dearest Eddie,
HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!
We celebrate you today and every day!
You are ALWAYS with us in All WAYS!!
You lived a life touching others and you still do!
We MISS you and LOVE you,
All Our LOVE Forever,
Mom, Dad, Ben, Emily, Joey, Robin, Caleb, Ainslie and Wyatt
XOXOXOXO

August 17, 2019

Dearest Eddie,
Today marks 11 years...
with smiles and flow of tears,
we remember you every minute of every day,
Your smile and memories will never go away.
Keep sending us all your love,
we always feel it from above.
We LOVE you and MISS you so...
All Our Love,
Mom, Dad, Ben, Emily, Joe, Robin, Caleb, Ainslie and Wyatt
XOXOXO

December 31, 2018

Friends come into our lives and friends leave our lives. But friends never leave our hearts. And best friends always get to stay in the best places in our hearts.
John M. Simmons, The Marvelous Journey Home

You are not forgotten.
Peace,
Nancy
Arlington Hts

December 31, 2018

Another year is ending and during this time of reflecting I think of special people.

Always remembering Eddie and the Dillon family with love.

Paul Lazzaretti

December 31, 2018

You are always in our thoughts and prayers!
Our love to all of you!
Karen and Trip

December 30, 2018

Ed...
It's another year that you've been gone.
Well, it will be in two days. I'm thinking of you moreso right now, because the Irish and Sooners both lost tonight. I REALLY hoped we'd play each other in the championship game. After the games, I turned on the Long Island Medium, which always makes me think of you. It also made me think of a close friend that recently passed away. Her name is Fran, in the event you run into her. (Not sure how it works up there, lol) I do want to thank you for taking care of my Grandmother. She always liked you. It's been extremely rough on Mom since she passed a year ago and now her best friend. Please watch over her that she doesn't stress too much. Your Niece and Nephews are soooo adorable! I hope to go back and visit eventually, so that I can finally meet them. You must get a kick out of seeing them grow up. I just wish they had the opportunity that we had to know you. I'm sorry this was kind of all over the place, but Ed, you're ALWAYS in my thoughts. I miss you today and forever.

Ro Hakimipour

December 30, 2018

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, EDDIE!!!
Dearest Eddie,
You are in our thoughts and hearts every minute of every day!
LOVE you and MISS you so...
Mom,Dad,Ben,Emily,Joe,Robin,Caleb,
Ainslie and Wyatt
XOXOXOXO

August 17, 2018

Always in our thoughts and wishing jr. a Happy New Year up in heaven. We will always keep the Dillon family in our hearts with love and fondness.

Paul Lazzaretti

January 1, 2018

Thinking of you and your family today and everyday!
All our love,
Karen and Trip

December 31, 2017

Our Dearest Eddie,
Ten years have passed,
Since we saw you last.
You're always with us every day,
Your smile and memories will never go away...
All Our LOVE,
Mom, Dad, Ben, Emily, Joe, Robin,
Caleb, Ainslie and Wyatt
XOXOXO

December 31, 2017

Happy Birthday Eddie
Dearest Eddie,
We lift you up every day and you hold us up!!!
LOVE you and MISS you so.
Mom, Dad, Ben, Emily, Joe, Robin,
Caleb, Ainslie, and Wyatt

August 17, 2017

Our Dearest Eddie,
Your passing leaves a heartache no one can heal,
Loving you leaves a memory no one can steal.
We LOVE you and MISS you so...
Mom, Dad, Ben, Emily, Joe, Robin, Caleb and Ainslie
XOXOXO

December 31, 2016

Years may have passed but you are missed and loved everyday by so many!
Love,Karen and Trip

December 31, 2016

Dear Precious Ed,

August has become such a rough month with the 9th being the anniversary of losing Dad and the 17th being your birthday. I know I shouldn't be sad on your birthday because I TRULY know that you are in a place that is so happy and pure. I shouldn't feel sad when I know YOU aren't sad. I know I should be happy that Dad is in a place where he can see again and walk and breath again. But still, it is hard to be without you guys. You are both such strong determined men. (I say "are" and not "were" because I have no doubt this still holds true)

A few weeks back I took Rosemary out for a "Rosemary Day". I was trying to cheer her up and it worked. I called her yesterday and told her we are going to have an "Ed Dillon Day" this weekend to honor you and your birthday. I'm not sure what the plan is - but I am sure there are Oreos and perhaps a movie somewhere in the schedule.

We will toast you and be sending loving thoughts your way.

Loving you always,

Melanie Hakimipour

August 18, 2016

Happy Birthday Eddie!
Thank you for watching over Maya's surgery! Once I saw the pictures of dragonflies in the small waiting room, I knew she would be O.K.
Love,Karen and Trip

August 17, 2016

Happy Birthday, Eddie!!
We lift you up every day and you hold us up!!
LOVE you and MISS you so....
Mom, Dad, Ben, Emily, Joey, Robin, Caleb and Ainslie
XOXOXOXO

August 17, 2016

As always, thinking of you. Know that you continue to inspire many.

Nancy

December 31, 2015

Our Dearest Eddie,
You are ALWAYS with us!
You lived a life touching others and still do....
We MISS you and LOVE you so...
Our Love Forever,
Mom, Dad, Ben, Emily, Joe, Robin and Caleb
XOXOXOX

December 31, 2015

Eddie...Remembering you today and always!
Love,Karen and Trip

December 30, 2015

Ed, I can't stop thinking of you these days. With your birthday this week and a trip next week to go collect Rosemary. It doesn't feel the same going back to Illinois and not seeing you. You are missed and loved, my friend.

Melanie Hakimipour

August 18, 2015

August 17, 2015

Happy Birthday Eddie,
We celebrate you every day!
Remembering your love, your beautiful smile, your great sense of humor and how we are all better people for having you in our lives!
Love You and Miss You So..
Love Always,
Mom, Dad, Ben, Joe, Robin and Caleb
XOXOXO
Your Family and Friends

August 18, 2015

Thinking of you...Happy Birthday!
Love,Karen and Trip

August 17, 2015

Our Dearest Eddie,
Oh, how we miss your smile, your laughter and your giving heart.
You are with us every day, as we carry on for you!
We MISS you and LOVE you so MUCH!
Our Love Forever,
Mom, Dad, Ben, Joe, Robin and Caleb
XOXOXO

December 31, 2014

Hi Eddie,
Just want you to know that you are always in our thoughts..
Love,
Karen and Trip

December 30, 2014

Just thinking of you and your family today.

Anne Lazaretti

December 1, 2014

Happy Birthday Eddie,
You're ALWAYS with us!
Loving you, all our wonderful memories and your beautiful smile help us to carry on for you ... Remembering you is easy, we do it every minute of every day. Missing you is the heartache that will never go away.
We LOVE you and MISS you,
Love FOREVER,
Mom, Dad, Ben, Joe, Robin and Caleb
XOXOXO

August 17, 2014

Dearest Eddie,
The longer you're away, the harder it is!
We feel your guidance and inspiration to help us carry on for you.
You are with us every minute of every day.
Until we meet again,
We LOVE you and CHERISH you FOREVER!
Love Always,
Mom, Dad, Ben, Joe, Robin and Caleb
XOXOX
Your Family and Friends

December 31, 2013

Dear Eddie,
With each passing holiday,year and season you are missed more and more...
Always in our thoughts,
Karen and Trip

December 28, 2013

eddie dear- our fabulous memories of you SUSTAIN US. we think of you everyday. we love you so much: your loving grandparents, papa/eloise

ben/eloise migdow

August 17, 2013

Happy Birthday Eddie!
There isn't a day/moment that goes by in which we don't think of you. You lived a life touching others and still do. It doesn't get any better without you, we just try to get better at it by remembering your love, your smiling face and all the people touched by you, who are better off for knowing you.
LOVE You and MISS You...
Love Always,
Mom, Dad, Ben, Joe, Robin and Caleb
XOXOXOXO

August 17, 2013

Hi Eddie,
Just want to say Happy Birthday!
Love,
The Ottenheimers

August 17, 2013

How about that new nephew of yours. He has brought great joy to your family and friends. I know you are looking down on him.

Anne Lazaretti

June 11, 2013

Well Ed, Its seems its been quiet some time since I've spoken to you (on here at least) but that does not mean that I miss, or think about you any less. Alot of time has gone by but that feeling i get every day on new years eve never seems to dull. I wish I could put into words just how much we all miss you. Just keep looking over us all and put in a good word for us up there!
Love you and miss you tons!
~Kelci

Kelci McGrath

January 1, 2013

Ed-
Well I am back to pay my respect to you and your family and friends. Your family continues to be a very special part in my life. Your Mom helped us buy our first house! Your brothers are some of my closet friends, who have an uncanny way to make me smile and feel so welcome. I did not make it to your dads golf outing, next year right? Keep up the great work and continue to look over us.

Well it has been a pretty special year in South Bend. We had a great recruiting class and a good old fashion QB battle. When the drinks, law and dumb decisions all cleared, we started a red shirt freshman. Ed, the kid can play! Last year I asked for some help when Michigan came into town, you came through buddy... more than once this year. We needed every prayer sent your way for the season we have had. Ed we are not done yet, Jan 7th look over us and smile.

Till one day, we will meet and this time shake hands and maybe a good old fashion Dillon hug which I love.

December 31, 2012

Dearest Eddie,
There are no words to describe what it has been like without you for 5 years. The longer you're away, the harder it is! The passage of time will never heal our great loss, but we carry on because we have to, because that is what you would want.
We shed our tears because you are gone, but smile because you lived! You live on within all of us and within all the lives you touched!
We LOVE you and MISS you so,
Mom, Dad, Ben, Joe and Robin
XOXOXOXO
Your Family and your Friends

December 31, 2012

Our thoughts are with you and everyone that continues to be touched by you...
Love,Karen and Trip

December 31, 2012

Ed,

Could you and your uncle Danny do something about the Bears!!!

Always in our thoughts,

Mark and Anne Lazaretti

December 17, 2012

Ed, Been thinking about you a lot lately. Wondering if you've met up with Dad yet and if you are showing him the ropes up there. I'm sure the two of you can do some great things together. Know that down here you are thought of often and always loved.

Melanie Hakimipour

August 20, 2012

Happy Birthday Eddie,
As time passes by, we miss you more and more. The loss of you will never heal, but the memories, no one can steal.
The love felt for you is so deep and eternal.
We LOVE you and MISS you so.
Today, as always, we CELEBRATE you.
LOVE ALWAYS,
Mom, Dad, Ben, Joe and Robin
XOXOXOXOX
Your Family and Friends

August 17, 2012

Losing someone we love, is never easy...especially a child. Our hearts go out to your family as you share in a reoccurring difficult time. Please remember the good times and build from there.
Judy, Phil and Avi Samuels

January 2, 2012

To the Dillon Family. Wishing you comfort and happiness for 2012. I think of you from time to time sending Love and hoping you receive it.

Paul Lazzaretti

January 1, 2012

Thinking of Ed and all of the Dillons today. I'll never forget watching the Illini's miraculous comeback against Arizona in the Elite 8 at Eds apartment. Jumping for joy and hugging Mrs. D after the final whistle blew is a memory I will keep forever. Love you guys...

Steve Zisook

December 31, 2011

Thinking of all of you today. I hope your day is full of memories love and laughter. I love you all! Here's to a successful Cubs rooftop outing in 2012!

jean johnson

December 31, 2011

You are very much missed and always in the thoughts and hearts of those that loved you and knew you...
Love,Karen,Trip and family

December 31, 2011

Dearest Eddie, As time passes by, we miss you more and more... We miss your wonderful smile and great sense of humor. Remembering you is easy for all of us. We do it every minute of every day. Missing you is our heartache that will never go away. You continue to touch so many lives. The love felt for you is so deep and eternal. Thank you for the LOVE we feel from you. We LOVE you and CHERISH you FOREVER!
LOVE ALWAYS,
Mom, Dad, Ben, Joe and Robin
XOXOXOXO
Your Family and Friends

December 31, 2011

Ed- We never had an opportunity to meet, but your family and friends are very special people.
Knowing you are a big ND fan, and had a lot better things to do than watch them this year I want to give you a break down of the season.
Started off 0-2.. your brothers and I went to the the Michigan game, great game, next year we will need you in South Bend to beat those guys.
We Ran off a couple of wins then USC came to town and they got us pretty good. They pumped in music, I think you would have liked it.
We ended the season 8-5.
Well buddy, till one day well meet!
-

December 31, 2011

thinking of the dillon family today. sending love and hugs!! julie johnson

December 31, 2011

hey ed! its been a while since ive written you anything though im talking to you and thinking of you constantly. i sent you a new angel and companion yesterday! i hope you love him as much as i do. he'll be great and love you to no end im sure! not that im worried, but take good care of him and gives him bunches of hugs and kisses and remind him multiple time a day that i love him and miss him and that im sorry that (much like with you) we didnt get as much time as we should have! love you Ed! let jack know too! i know youll be the best of friends!

August 31, 2011

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, Eddie!
Happy Birthday to Our Beautiful Son, Dear Brother and Friend,
The longer you're away, the harder it is! We miss you so! You're ALWAYS with us! We miss all that we had and all that could have been. You continue to touch so many lives in so many ways. Oh, how I treasure our daily visits...You left a beautiful mark on all our hearts that will last a lifetime. There is always a light from you, to guide us, from the LOVE you gave us. We LOVE you and MISS you so much! Today we celebrate YOU!!!!
LOVE ALWAYS,
Mom, Dad, Ben, Joe and Robin
xoxoxoxoxo
Your Family and Friends

August 17, 2011

Happy Birthday Ed! I miss you so much and wish you were around for all the exciting things happening. You had such a long happy life ahead of you and I wish you were here to experience it.
To Ed's Family-- thank yuo for continuing to keep Ed's memory alive with your annual memorials and your fantastic scholarship fund!!! Ed would be so proud of you!!!
Love-
Megan (Colenbrander) Martin

Megan Martin

August 17, 2011

Dear Ed:
THANK YOU for making a difference in my life!
LOVE,
Anonymous

January 18, 2011

The Dillon family would like to thank Ed's fellow officers who visited his site on December 31st and placed this beautiful memorial wreath. Your support and continued remembrance means more to us than you know.
Love,
The Dillons

Dillons

January 3, 2011

Three is my favorite number...but not when it comes to the number of years that you have been gone. Seems like an eternity. I miss you, my friend.

Ro Hakimipour

January 3, 2011

Some years may have passed,but you are in our hearts forever...
Love,
Karen,Trip,Scott,Alex and Adam

January 2, 2011

Thinking about your wonderful family Ed and all of the good friends who miss you so very much. They have each other for comfort and to share some great memories. God doesn't desert us in our time of need.
Caroline Martin

January 2, 2011

Happy New Year to Our Dearest Eddie,
You're ALWAYS with us! We feel your guidance and inspiration to help us carry on for you. All our beautiful memories of you are in our hearts and minds forever. We LOVE you and MISS you so much!
LOVE ALWAYS,
Mom, Dad, Ben, Joe and Robin
xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxox
Your Family and Friends

December 31, 2010

To the Dillon Family,
Ed was one of my best friends our freshman year at Bradley. He was actually one of the only ones that i kept in touch with when i never returned to school. He was like a brother, great friend and had such a great outlook on life. He will always be in my heart and great memories. Till this day, i still have our U-hall group pix on my desk that I look at all the time. Great memories. I love you and miss you!

Gaylyn England(fka Ulu Fronda)

Gaylyn (Ulu England (Fronda)

September 18, 2010

Happy Birthday Ed! About 12 years have passed since we met and 11 since we traveled to Europe together and discovered your love for American ketchup!

I will never forget the times we shared learning and growing and your kindness towards everyone around you. I hope you are resting well and all of my love to your family and friends.

Much love,
Jen

Jennifer Teeter

September 17, 2010

Dear Eddie,
Thinking of you on your birthday-you are truly missed.....
Love,
Karen and Trip

August 17, 2010

Happy 30th Birthday!!!
Dearest Eddie,
It's not just the birthdays and holidays that you are sorely missed, it's everyday!
Loving you, all our beautiful memories and your special smile help us to carry on for you.
Time can never heal the great loss we feel.
Continue to shine your light and LOVE down on us and we will continue to shine your legacy on all those you touched, loved and knew.
You're always in our hearts and minds until we meet again.
We LOVE you and will CHERISH you forever!

LOVE ALWAYS,
Mom, Dad, Ben, Joe and Robin
xoxoxoxoxoxoxox
Your Family and Friends

August 17, 2010

Looks like a wonderful young man.......

Terry Mcgowan

August 17, 2010

To the Dillon Family: It's been about 12 years since my first day of Bradley. I made it my mission to meet everyone at least once. by the end of the first semester, I met many, many people. With Ed, I met my first friend. I roomed next to Ed and Jordan. I'd never met anyone who had such an understanding on life.

Ed was surely an influence and inspiration to everyone, but to me he was a humble, caring and honest friend. I haven't forgotten the memories that I shared with him and I know I'll see him soon. What a great guy! I wish your family and thank you for sharing Ed with me.


God Bless,

Craig Neal

August 15, 2010

Ed, thinking of you and your family and your son Ed.

Peace be with all of you.

Paul Lazzaretti

Paul Lazzaretti

April 25, 2010

Dear Eddie,

Although you and I never met, I got to hear about you from your Dad over the years. I am grateful to your family for sharing your life stories. You will be remembered by everybody, even people you never met.

Shelly Ng

April 24, 2010

Happy New Year to Our Dearest Eddie,
We miss you and love you more than words can say.
Time can never heal the great loss we feel, but because of your LOVE there is a Beautiful Light from you to guide us and help us carry on.
You continue to touch all the lives of those who loved and knew you.
You're always in our hearts and minds.
You are with us every minute of every day!
Until we meet again.....
We LOVE you and CHERISH you FOREVER.
LOVE ALWAYS,
Mom, Dad, Ben, Joe and Robin
xoxoxoxoxoxox
Your family and your friends

December 31, 2009

Ed...

I miss you and am thinking of you today, as always!

Love you...

Ro

Ro Hakimipour

December 31, 2009

Ed,

I think of you and your son often. I often ask myself how I can offer support to you and Ellen. Your always thought of, especially your son Ed. Even though I did not know him personally I think of him and hope he is well.

Love,
Paul

Paul Lazzaretti

December 31, 2009

Ed, Ellen, Ben & Joe our prayers are especially with you today.

Joe & Pam

December 31, 2009

We are thinking of all the Dillon family today and our prayers are always with you.

Annie

December 30, 2009

Good Morning Eddie,
Merry Christmas!!!!!!!!!!!!
I Love You and Miss you so much........
As I tell you in our chats everyday, you're ALWAYS with us.
I see your beautiful smile and hear your wonderful laugh.
I Love You,
Love, Mom
xoxoxoxox

December 25, 2009

Hi there, Eddie:
Sitting here watching It's A Wonderful Life. I remember like it was yesterday when you and I sat down here in the family room watching it a couple of Christmases ago. You sitting right here in the green chair. How I wish God would have sent you your own Clarence the angel. I'm thankful at least for the 27 years of WONDERFUL LIFE we had with you.
Merry Christmas to you and all up there in Heaven.
ALL my LOVE,
Dad

December 21, 2009

Happy Birthday Ed!!

I checked my email last Monday and I had a birthday reminder telling me that "Ed Dillon will be 29 on August 17th." I can't tell you how much I wish that had been true!!

I joined your family for mass this morning...and thought I would be ok, until the Irish priest mentioned Notre Dame. Next time I will bring Kleenex.

Anyway, I am going to Orlando in October to meet Melanie and drive to Miami. We're going to the Oklahoma/Miami football game. How I wish you could join us! Remember the game we got to see in Oklahoma before my cousin's wedding? Can you do me a favor? Can you please make sure that the only hurricanes we see that weekend are on the football field? (I figure you have some pull!)
Boomer Sooner Ed!!

I miss you my friend! Happy Birthday! I'll throw some confetti in your honor...

Love you!!
Ro

Ro Hakimipour

August 17, 2009

Happy Birthday :)
I woke up today with my mom and Amanda for 8:30 mass dedicated to you. Gosh, it's like you're preparing me to get used to waking up early since I start school in 2 days!! Just kidding. We went to IHOP with Big Ed, Ellen, Joey, and Robin after.
I can still remember seeing my mom's reaction a few years ago on the ski lift in Colorado when she got the call and it kills me to replay it in my head. I had never known what it was like to lose someone close to me, let alone in my own family. I think I went the first 7-8 years of my life thinking we were 1st cousins. I don't know anyone in the world that is that close to our 2nd(or maybe even 3rd? I still dont know) cousins as we are. That's what makes our family the most amazing and special family in the world. People say everything happens for a reason, but this one I still can't figure out. As much as you don't want to, you have to believe that God has answers for us. I'm with Amanda on the dodgeball rematch...You're going down!
Hope to see you again someday.

Morgan Anderson

August 17, 2009

Hey Eddie:
It's now 11:57am. 29 years ago right now I was the HAPPIEST man in the world. I really can't put into words my feelings right now other than numb. In a gazillion years who ever thought I'd be sitting at a computer writing you this note 29 years later. I try to focus on the 27 GREAT years we had with you, but it's so HARD to do. The sadness seems to pour in for now. I thought it fitting that your mass this morning was said by our new Irish priest from County Kildare in Ireland. I'm sure that put a smile on your face hearing your name read in his Irish brogue. I know it did mine. So Happy 29th Birthday there in Heaven. I'll be looking to the stars in the sky tonight as if candles on your cake.
MISS you more than any words can say.
I LOVE you,
Dad

Ed Dillon

August 17, 2009

HAPPY BIRTHDAY EDDIE
Happy Birthday to our beautiful son, dear brother and friend,
You were in our lives for far too short of a time. You left behind great memories, a shining smile and touched our lives and hearts in a way that makes us better for knowing you. You gave so much of yourself to family, friends and the community. It's not just the birthdays and holidays that you are sorely missed, it's everyday. You're ALWAYS with us. We miss you more than any words can ever say. We miss all that we had. We miss all that could have been. You continue to touch so many lives.
Remembering you is easy for all of us. We do it every minute of everyday. Missing you is our heartache that will never go away. The love felt for you is so deep and eternal. We thank you for the love we feel from you.
We LOVE you and CHERISH you more than words can say.
LOVE ALWAYS,
Mom, Dad, Ben, Joe and Robin
XOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXO
Your family and your friends

Ellen Dillon

August 17, 2009

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