Thomas Dillman

I just learned of Dr. Dillman's passing, and would like to express my sincere condolences to his family and friends. As a fellow Middletonian who eventually made Trotwood home, I truly appreciated the contribution that the Dillman family, as well as Dr. Dillman, made to the communities that they served. Again, my sincere condolences. (1 Corinthians 15:26)

I was saddened to hear of the passing of Dr. Dillman. I have very fond memories of him. His practice was just down the road from our home. Not only was he our local veterinarian but be was active in our community as well. Everyone loved him. We lived in Trotwood and he cared for our beloved pets for many years. He was always willing to help. When I was in high school I worked in the pet department at K Mart. A hamster was in need of help. I took the hamster to Dr. Dillman, I was so thankful...

Sorry to read of Dr. Dillman's passing. He was an exceptional animal surgeon. I worked for him for a number of years, starting in HS and thru college along with Mike High and Joyce Hill and remember Barbara and the girls quite well because you would drop-in...also Sam, the Golden Retriever, who came to work with him and would come home with me during their vacations. Then there was Luke &Chester the blood doner dog and cat...He had a full house and Clinic! I don't remember Dr. D ever sending...

It was 1990, and I was 22 virtually unemployable. I loved animals though and applied for Dr. Ds veterinary assistant job in the paper. He interviewed and hired me..and changed my life. I only stayed the summer, but it was a great experience for me, and he was quite the character. ( lol) He taught me a lot about dogs, and I love them till this day. I will feed my bull terrier TJ, nothing but science diet kibble..because of the Doctor. Every time I feed her, I think of him. I am now 56 years...

Condolences to Diana and the entire family.

Dr. Dillman gave me my first job ("Kennel Boy") at Trotwood Veterinary Clinic in 1976. He was a great boss, held all employees to high standards, and treated us all with kindness. He was a highly respected veterinarian, including among many breeders, and clients came to him from all over the region for some of the procedures he specialized in. I was a wet-behind-the-ears, know-nothing teenager and he treated me like gold. I drove (my first car) an old Ford "beater", but he'd give me his car...

I WAS VERY PROUD TO WORK AT TROTWOOD VETERINARY CLINIC FOR CLOSE TO 5 YEARS. I LEARNED SO MUCH ABOUT ANIMAL CARE AND THAT IS WHERE I GOT MOST OF MY PETS. HE TOLD ME ONCE THAT WHEN TELLING A CLIENT WHAT TO BRING TO AN APPOINTMENT, INSTEAD OF SAYING "BRING IN A STOOL SAMPLE", I WOULD TELL THEM TO BRING IN A SMALL OFFERING TO THE POO POO GODS. THAT ONE MADE HIM LAUGH. DR. DILLMAN WILL BE MISSED AND I SURE AM GLAD I GOT TO WORK WITH HIM AND LEARN SO MUCH.

Dr. Dillman was a terrific role model and an important adult in my life. I worked for him for eight years while I attended Trotwood Madison (class of '66) and Wright State University. Young people today get a degree as Veterinary Assistant. I was trained on the job and was getting paid--I started when I was 15. He always allowed me to schedule my work so I could play sports. He was my friend and always treated me well. He trusted me and gave me adult responsibilities that made me a better...

We will miss Dr. Dillman. He was a great Veterinarian and friend. He was always joking around and keeping all of us at Animals R Us Veterinarian Clinic laughing. He was a very caring Veterinarian and special man. Tammy