Jim Dillon Obituary

Our beloved Irving "Jim" Edward Dillon, Jr born in Massachusetts on July 20th 1934 passed away quietly in his Magalia home November 30th 2012. He is survived by his wife of fifty four years, Sharon Dillon; his three daughters Lori LaDuke of Roseville, husband Barry; Leslie Dillon of Roseville; and Lacey Rankin of Citrus Heights, husband Doug. He is also survived by his two grandchildren, Nicole Grima of Roseville, husband Matt, and James Dillon of Citrus Heights, and his two great granddaughters, Ryleigh (8) and Audree (2).
Jim once served in the US Army and in his latter years took pride in being a long standing member of the Eagles Lodge. Jim was a loving and compassionate man who loved his life and family. He was an outstanding husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather and will greatly be missed by all who once knew him.

Published by Paradise Post from Dec. 12, 2012 to Jan. 11, 2013.
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Dear Lacey and Family-
Our thoughts, love and prayers are with you at this difficult time. You and Doug have always spoken so loving of your Dad, you will have his memories to treasure always. Much love always

Ted and Lisa Rankin

December 15, 2012

You are loved and missed Jim Dillon. Thank you for the times you drove me in your little green frog up to Paradise to be with Lacey and for the time you brought Roosevelt outside to scare off some kids that were bugging us - I'll never forget that! Most recently, this year, thank you Jim for reaching out to me and checking in on me. It was wonderful to chat on IM! Cheers to you in heaven. My deepest condolences to Sharon, Lori, Leslie, Lacey, Nicole and the rest of the family. I love you all.

Tricia Sullivan

December 12, 2012

Ours prayers go out to the Dillon family. Jim will be missed.

James La Duke

December 12, 2012

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