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Iris DILLION Obituary
Iris was born Sept. 15, in England to Alfred and Gladys Stephens. She was in the Royal British Airforce. She loved the military. She worked for Fort Eustis, Fort Monroe, and also at Dixie Hospital as a E.K.G Technician for many years. She retired from working at Langley Air Force in 1999. She never stopped giving. She continued to work, she did volunteer work at the senior volunteer program. Everyday she enjoyed herself at the Senior Citizen Center on Kecoughtan Rd. in Hampton. She also attended Bible Study at West Hampton Baptist Church. She never missed a day going to McDonald's on Aberdeen Rd.
Everybody loved her. She never said no when someone needed her for anything. She was always there. She will be missed by many.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Alfred and Gladys Stephens; her husband, Joseph Dillon; her sister, Ruth Stephens; and grandson, Derick D. Williams.
Iris leaves to cherish in her loving memory, her brother, Eddie Stephens (Jean); her sisters, Grace, Pam and Millie, all who live in England; her son, Shirley Roy Thomas Jr. (Tracy) of Killeen, Texas; her daughter, Juanita L. (Thomas) Gainey of Newport News, Va.; six grandchildren, James Roy Thomas, TaVette Mims of Germany, David D. Williams, Erica (Gainey) Peterson, Tracie Thomas, Kim Thomas and Keirra Willliams; 14 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, friends and many loved ones.
We are deeply saddened by the loss of our Mother and our Nanny. Our hearts are filled with praise to God for the unconditional love she gave to us and many others.
Services will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 17, 2010, at Cooke Brothers Funeral Chapel. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Memories and Condolences
for Iris DILLION
November 18, 2010
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Portia Fauntleroy Taylor
November 17, 2010
I wish I could express the sorrow I feel, just knowing you are bearing a loss so profound. May it comfort you to know that others care...if I can help in any way, please don't hesitate to let me know. God Bless You!
November 17, 2010
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Evelyn Betts
November 16, 2010
Ms Iris will be greatly missed. I can hear her saying J u a n ita....dragging your name out, like only she could. I know yall are feeling lost, but God got this.....he WILL keep yall in PREFECT PEACE. You know where to find me.....LOVE to the Family
Jannie Bazemore
November 16, 2010
Juanita,
May God give you strength and peace as you travel this pathway of loss that becomes brighter by beautiful memories of your Mother. It is evident from the pages of this guest book and her obituary that her life here on earth was well-lived, that she was admired by many, and that she left an indelible mark and loving legacy. My prayers are with you, Roy, and your entire family. Please keep in touch with your classmates, as we often speak of you during meetings. May God's presence surround you at this difficult time.
November 16, 2010
Roy and Family, It was such a joy in our hearts when we first met your mother, her friendly smile and lovely conversations were enjoyable. We will indeed miss her. May God continue to smile upon you and your family. Raymond and Annie. Killeen, Texas
Marga Bagwell
November 16, 2010
Ms Dillion will truly be missed. You could always count on her for input at our TRIAD Meetings. Most of all I'll missed those hugs that she didn't mind sharing. God has a new flower in his garden.
thelma cormier
November 16, 2010
I will miss Lovaine very much.I met her at the senior centre and we immediately bonded when she found out i was also born in England.My husband and i send our sincere sympathy and love to the family,she was a very special lady,rest in peace Lovaine.
Annette Crawley
November 16, 2010
Juanita, I know how you are feeling right now. Please know that God is a good God and He'll soothe the hurt and pain of your loss. No bond is closer than mother and child and I know how much you loved,cherished, and looked up to her in the highest. She will be there for you in spirit, she'll live on in you and your children; as well as other's. Love and Blessings to you my dear friend. Lovingly,
The Crawley's
November 16, 2010
Juanita, Roy, and Family, We are sorry to hear of your loved one's passing. May God's unchanging hand behold each and everyone of you.
Darhlene Spears-Taylor
November 16, 2010
Juanita & Roy,
My girls and I send you our deepest sympathy, and our love. This is the time for all that loved your mother to share that love with each other. Love and Prayer,
Darhlene Spears-Taylor, the niece of Shirley Roy Thomas, Sr., and his two great nieces; Jennifer and Kimmberly Taylor.
Rose Thomas-Spears & Family
November 15, 2010
Juanita & Roy,
We are so sadden to hear of your mother's passing. We truly loved her and will deeply miss her. We share your sorrows, also. With deepest sympathy, the sister of Shirley Roy Thomas, Sr.
Bernard James
November 15, 2010
The Huntington H.S. Class of '69' wishes to express sincere condolences to you, and yours during your moment of dispair.
Carolyn & Bernard James
November 15, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during these trying times.Classmates,friends, and former 29th Street neighbors..
Ms. Loretta Anderson
November 15, 2010
To Juanita and Family,
Please accept my deepest sympathy in the passing of your Mother. We all grew up on 29th street and she will be missed by all of us. May God bless you all.
Tawania mcnair Polk
November 15, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Helen {Ruth} Skipwith
November 15, 2010
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Ann Jackson
November 15, 2010
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Cecelia Thomas
November 15, 2010
To Juanita Gainey and family. I am sorry to hear about the lost of your mother and my friend from the Hampton Senior Center. She was truly a blessing to the Senior Center and was always willing to help if she was needed. She will be missed by all.
November 15, 2010
"So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand." __Isaiah 41:10
The Huntington High School Class of 1968.
Members of Hampton Triad
November 15, 2010
To the family. Ms Dillon was a valuable member of the Hampton Triad. She was always on hand to contribute ideas and volunteer for programs and events to assist senior citizens. Her smile would light up a room and her wit would brighten any dreary day. You cannot imagine how much she will be missed from all of us who worked and fellowshipped with her. Ms Dillon was a friend and it was a true pleasure to know her.
Staff of Hampton Sheriff's Office
November 15, 2010
On behalf of the Hampton Sheriff's Office, we send our sincere condolences to the family of Lovaine Dillon. Ms. Dillon was a jewel and a person you looked forward to talking with as she expressed her desires and wishes for improvements to the quality of life of senior citizens on the Peninsula. She will truly be missed.
ramon/ lamont batten
November 15, 2010
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Staff of Hampton Senior Center
November 15, 2010
On the behalf of the Hampton Senior Center, we send our deepest sympathy to the family of Lovaine Dillon. Ms. Lovaine was a loyal participant and an active volunteer. She will be dearly missed by the staff of the Hampton Senior Center.
Carol Perenzin
November 15, 2010
Lovaine will be greatly missed at the Senior Center. She was always there with her sweet smile and "yes dear" which made you feel so special. She was a true friend to us all and often spoke of her children, whom she loved dearly. See you later my friend.
Carol Perenzin
November 15, 2010
We will miss Lovaine very much at the Senior Center playing Bingo and cards. Her smile was so sweet and the way she said "yes dear" made you feel so special.
She loved her children and spoke of them often. The world was a better place thanks to our friend.
Gracie Schaffer
November 15, 2010
To the family: Your mother will always be in our hearts. She was a very good lady who loved her children dearly. What a good friend she was to everyone. She will be sorely missed by the Seniors and especially me. To God be the Glory.
Gracie Schaffer
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