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Michael Dillon Obituary
Mr. Michael Thomas Dillon of Port Jervis, NY, passed away Sunday, August 9, 2009 at home with his family by his side. He was 63.
He was born July 19, 1946 in Hackensack, NJ, the son of the late Frank and the late Cecilia Connelly Dillon.
He worked as a Train Engineer for the New Jersey Transit for many years.
He proudly served our country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. During his time, he was awarded many medals which included Parachute Rigger Badge, Vietnam Service Medal, Vietnam Campaign Medal and the National Defense Service Medal.
He was a member of the Port Jervis VFW Post 161, and the 82nd Airborne.
A family statement reads: "Mike was a warm hearted person who loved his family dearly, especially his grandson, Benjamin. He lived life to its fullest, enjoying every moment. Mike was very proud to have served his country during the Vietnam War. Mike was loved by many and will be greatly missed."
Survivors include his loving wife, Nancy Dillon, at home; one son, Michael McGarvey of Vooresville, NY; one daughter, Stacy Koebel and her husband, Andrew of Fort Myers, FL; three sisters: Kathy Collins and her husband, Jim of Yulan, NY, Patricia Dillon of St. Petersburg, FL, and Clarice Dillon and her spouse, Shari Hendrick of Port Jervis; one stepson, Brian Scales of Sarasota, FL; one stepdaughter, Jennifer Scales of Port Jervis; two grandsons, Dylan & Benjamin; mother-in-law, Laura Miglionico of Port Jervis; brother-in-law, Michael Miglionico and his wife, Elaine of Kerhonkson; sister-in-law, Jo-Ann Clune and her husband, Pat of Port Jervis; his special aunt, Fanny Lore of Port Jervis, also several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.
Friends may call at the Gray-Parker Funeral Home, Inc., 100 East Main St., Port Jervis today, Wednesday, August 12, from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m.
Funeral services will be held on Thursday, August 13, with a prayer service at 9:15 a.m. at the funeral home followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. in St. Mary's R.C. Church, 46 Ball St., Port Jervis, NY 12771. Burial will be at St. Mary's Cemetery, Port Jervis.
Memorial contributions may be made to Make-A-Wish Foundation of Hudson Valley, 828 S. Broadway, Tarrytown, NY 10591 or Port Jervis D.A.R.E., 20 Hammond St., Port Jervis, NY 12771.
Arrangements by Gray-Parker Funeral Home; 845-856-5191. For additional information, directions or to send a condolence note to the family, please visit www.grayparkerfuneralhome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Michael Dillon
Frank Adams
August 14, 2009
My condolences, always enjoyed good conversation with Mike. He will be missed. Frank Adams formerly of Pine St.
August 13, 2009
Nancy and Claire
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Mike & Michelle Thiele-Conklin and family. Diane Thiele
Charles"chuck" Manos
August 13, 2009
My condolances to your family. I had the brief pleasure of knowing Mike,through new jersey transit.Mike was a fine man taken from us much too soon.Mike was man to be admired, for his service to his country, and his profession.Rest in peace.
Chris and Dave Gibbs
August 12, 2009
Dear Nancy and family,
Our prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Know that Mike was something special to many people and will remain in all of our hearts forever.
Johnny sends his sympathies also.
George McKee
August 12, 2009
sorry to hear about Mike we had great times together and Im sorry I didnt get down more offten. he will be greatly missed. my thoughts are with you and your family.
Love
George and Family
jay valkenburg
August 12, 2009
Miss you buddy, we had some good times at the VFW. A prayer goes to your family.
Barbara Dillon-Chervenak
August 12, 2009
Dear Nancy and family,
My memories of Mike are good ones. Our family had many wonderful times at their home in Allendale.I remember Mike climbing out his bedroom window after Aunt Ceil had told him to"go to your room". He was always so feisty and full of life. I know he's at peace now and not suffering any longer. For that I am sure everyone is very grateful.I will pray for you and the family that God will comfort you at this difficult time
Love to all,
Cousin, Barbara
Barbara Sutton
August 12, 2009
Dear Nancy,
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your husband. God be with you.
Scott Jewell
August 12, 2009
Our condolences to the entire family.
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