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Helen Dillon

1922 - 2017

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1922

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2017

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Helen Dillon Obituary

Dillon, Helen Leone (McSharry) Of Hopkins, MN, formerly of Evanston IL, age 95, passed away November 20, 2017. She was born November 6 , 1922 in Erikson, Nebraska to William McSharry and Margaret (Jamieson) McSharry. She was preceded in death by her husband James, eldest son James Michael, son-in-law Frank Dunbar, her parents, and 6 siblings. She is survived and missed greatly by children Mary Dunbar, Catherine (Paul Sehl) Dillon, Charlie (Ellen) Dillon, Margaret (Mark) Montag, Tom (Lindi) Dillon, Michael (Jeff Junkins) Dillon, Elizabeth (B.J.) Scott, Robert (Dale Line) Dillon; 14 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. Helen served in WW II Army Nurse Corps as a 2nd Lieutenant after graduating from St. Catherine's School of Nursing (diploma) and Creighton University (BSN). Mass of Christian Burial 11 AM Monday, November 27 at the Church of the Holy Name of Jesus, 155 Cty. Rd. 24, Medina, MN with visitation at church one hour before Mass. Int. Ft Snelling National Cemetery. Gearty-Delmore 763-553-1411 www.gearty-delmore.com

Published by Chicago Tribune on Nov. 26, 2017.
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I'm so sorry for your loss. May your happy memories replace your grief and may you celebrate a long loving life!

Sue Roemer Arlotta
Regina Class of 1974

Sue Roemer Arlotta

December 1, 2017

Katie and Peggy, I remember sometimes stopping at your home on Avers after school. Your mom was a neat little lady. And she raised some really cool kids.
Patty (Barnard) Osborn

November 29, 2017

To the Dillon Family , I was saddened to hear of your moms passing. Please know that the many hours spent at your house on Avers were great. Especially talking with your folks! She was a great woman! Thanks for the memories!! Love to all!

Tom Casali

November 27, 2017

Elizabeth and family-
We're praying for God's love and the fond memories to comfort you now. Your mom must have been a very special lady to have raised an amazing daughter like you!
Love you,
Gary and Jayme

Gary and Jayme Baggett

November 26, 2017

Katy, please accept my deepest sympathies to you and all the family.

Katrine Miles

November 24, 2017

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Church of the Holy Name of Jesus

155 Cty. Rd. 24, Medina, IL

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Mass of Christian Burial

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Church of the Holy Name of Jesus

155 Cty. Rd. 24, Medina, IL

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