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DILLON, MARTHA SILVA Martha Silva Dillon was born February 18, 1946 in Calvillo, Aguascalientes, Mexico. She died Friday, November 26, 2010 in San Diego after a well-fought battle with leukemia. Martha is survived by her husband of 29 years, Robert M. Dillon of Jamul and stepdaughter Alison White of Austin, TX. A woman of deep faith and conviction, Martha was a devoted daughter to Jose and Maria Silva, formerly of Brawley. Raised in Brawley, California, received a Bachelor's Degree from San Diego State University in 1967. She began teaching mathematics at Southwestern College in Chula Vista and taught there until the onset of her illness. She is also survived by her four brothers and six sisters. Her surviving brothers and sisters are: Jesse Silva of Imperial; Margaret Silva Chairez of Spring Valley; Peter Silva of Washington, DC; David Silva of San Juan Bautista; Anna Hoskins of Tucson, AZ; Esther Silva Lutz of Spring Valley; George Silva of Jamul; Carmen Silva of Spring Valley; Susan Silva Rosson of Spring Valley; and Teri Silva Luque of Spring Valley. A rosary is planned for 6:30 p.m. Tuesday at St. Pius Catholic Church, 14107 Lyons Valley Road in Jamul. A celebration of life mass will be held at the same church on Wednesday at 10 a.m. followed by internment at Singing Hills Memorial cemetery, 2800 Dehesa Road, El Cajon, CA 92019

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Published by San Diego Union-Tribune on Nov. 30, 2010.

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Cheryl Galate

November 25, 2020

can't believe it's been ten years since you passed. Miss your smiling face and warming heart. RIP

George,Eric,Craig,Sophie Acero-Garcia

December 7, 2010

SILVA FAMILY & BOB,
Our condolences & prayers go out to your families. We were so stund to read of Martha's passing on. Such a talented and relious person. We all grew up together went to Magnolia School and on to high school. We would get together at Silvas house for catechism classes, such fun we used to have.She will be reunited with her brother,sister and father. May God bless your family.

Eldon Moore

December 4, 2010

Jesse and family. We are so sorry to hear of your loss. We would like to offer our condolences to you and all of the family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Eldon and Carole

Laurine Carrillo

December 1, 2010

My prayers are with you all in this time of loss. Remember to hold your memories of her close to your hearts for she resides there forever. God Bless you Esther and your family.

December 1, 2010

My condolences to the family. I knew the family years ago, had lunch with the family when they lived on I street in Brawley. I worked with Josephine at the Brawley Housing Authority. What a loving and strong family.God Bless.
Glenda (Kilborn) Hargrove
Prescott Valley, AZ

valerie martinez

November 30, 2010

Martha was such a kind, smart, and joyful person. She greeted everyone with a smile and with great sincerity. Her positive outlook on life and strength will not be forgotten. Our condolences go out to her husband bob and her amazing sisters, brothers, nephews, nieces, and those who were a part of her life.

Valerie and family

Aurora Lowell

November 30, 2010

My prayers are with you Bob for your loss. Your sister Deb often spoke of Martha and how much she loved her.

Deborha McManus

November 30, 2010

May the Lord provide all of Martha's family peace in our hearts. Martha is dancing in heaven with Dottie White and Chris McManus and all the others that went before her.

Cheryl Galate

November 30, 2010

My heartfull condolences to my brother, Bob and Martha's family. My prayers are with you. May Martha rest in peace.

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