Mark Dillon

1963 - 2023

Mark A. Dillon passed away peacefully at his home on March 2, 2023 in Stevensville, MD, surrounded by family members. Born June 3, 1963, Mark was predeceased by his parents, Bernard Vincent, and Jane Carroll Dillon. The youngest of nine children, Mark is survived by his siblings, Timothy (Marie), Thomas (Susan), Carroll (John Dethrow), Dori, Theresa (George Koper), Barbara (Ed Bryant), Sheila and Mathew. Mark was developmentally challenged by Down's Syndrome. However, because of love, affection and support of his entire family and the communities in which he lived and worked, Mark thrived during his entire life. He rewarded everyone with whom he interacted with the innocence of genuine love often associated with Down's individuals. Mark attended special education classes in his younger years and ultimately graduated from Central Special Education Center when he was 21. Following school, Mark was gainfully employed for over 40 years, including many years as a dishwasher at Hemingway's, Kent Manor Inn, and most recently in the same capacity at Kentmorr Restaurant for over 10 years. The story of Mark's life would not be complete without noting his volunteer work and contributions to the community through his service in both the United Communities Fire Department and the Kent Island Volunteer Fire Department. For years, Mark stayed abreast of the responses to all types of emergency calls via his scanner. Over the years, Mark was recognized by the fire departments with numerous awards for his dedication and contributions to their efforts. An avid sports fan, Mark was a life-long supporter of the Baltimore Orioles and Dallas Cowboys. His loyalty and enthusiasm were rewarded with mementos from friends and family over the years, resulting in an amazing collection of clothing and memorabilia. Mark was extremely proud of his lifetime memberships in the local American Legion, VFW and Elks Lodge. A funeral mass will be held at St. Christopher's Catholic Church in Chester, MD on Tuesday, March 14, 2023 at 11 a.m. It will be followed by a celebration of Mark's life to begin at 1 p.m. at the American Legion Post 278 in Stevensville, MD. The interment will be held privately. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to United Communities Volunteer Fire Department, 9406 Romancoke Rd. Stevensville, MD 21666 https://www.ucvfd.org/, Kent Island Volunteer Department 1610 Main St. Stevensville, MD 21666 https://kivfd.org/ or Compass Hospice, 255 Comet Dr. Centreville, MD https://compassregionalhospice.org/donate/.