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John DILLARD Obituary

DILLARD, John W.

83, of South Vienna, went to be with the Lord on Thursday evening, February 3, 2022. He was born in South Vienna on April 1, 1938, the son of

Clifford W. and Edith P. (Huff) Dillard. A life-long farmer, John also retired from Navistar in 1987 following over 25 years of service. He was an honest and hard-working and was well liked and respected by

everyone who knew him. John was always willing to lend a helping hand. He was a charter member of Fowler Road Church. Preceding him in death were his parents and brothers, Ed, Verlyn and David. He is survived by his loving wife of 61 years, Zelma M. (Perry) Dillard; children, Deb, Steve (Kristine) Dillard, Ron Dillard, and Donna (Rocky) Pack; grandchildren, Amanda (Joe) Lemond, Kathryn and Seth Dillard; great-grandchildren, Addison and Carter Lemond; and many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. He will be greatly missed. A gathering of family and friends will be held from 5-8 p.m. Tuesday in the LITTLETON & RUE

FUNERAL HOME. John's funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday in the Fowler Road Church, 2805 Fowler Rd. with Rev. Tim Dotson presiding. Burial will be in South Solon Cemetery. Memories and condolences may be shared at


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Published by Springfield News Sun on Feb. 6, 2022.

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Jimmy Wagner

May 9, 2023

I never met or knew a better person John didn't have to proclam his Christianity,when he spoke you knew

Emma Holder

February 6, 2022

Donna, I was saddened to hear about the passing of your dad. May the Lord give you strength, peace and courage during your time of sorrow . Prayers to you and your family.

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Fowler Road Church

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