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Sally Dillon Obituary

Dillon, Sally D. ALBANY Sally D. Dillon, 90, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 16, 2020, with her loving family by her side. Sally was the daughter of the late Michael and Rose Fuino. Sally was the devoted wife to the late Edward Dillon. They were married 49 years. Sally was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. She was active in the Church and an active member of the Columbiettes. She was loving to all she met, with a personality you could not resist. Sally is survived by her children, Donna (Mike) Pinchbeck, and Dan (Gail) Dillon and Rosalie; her grandchildren, Andrew, Erin (Anthony), Kevin, and Kelly (James); her great-grandchildren, Michael, Aliviah and Aubreeana; and many loving nieces and nephews. The family would like to express their gratitude to the staff of the Teresian House for their loving care of Sally. Calling hours will be held at Teresian House, 200 Washington Avenue Extension, Albany, on Thursday, February 20, from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will follow at Teresian House at 11 a.m. Interment will be in Our Lady of Angels Cemetery, Central Ave., Albany. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made in Sally's memory to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, P.O. Box 1000, Dept. 142, Memphis, TN, 38148-0142.

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Published by Albany Times Union on Feb. 18, 2020.

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Dominic Crupi

February 20, 2020

Dear Rosalie, Donna and Dan,
We were very sorry to hear of the passing of your Mom. She was a wonderful person and a dear friend.
You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

With Love and Deepest Sympathy,
Dominic Crupi and Family

Paul Caglione

February 20, 2020

Dan, My deepest condolences to you and your family, on the passing of your mother. During this time of grieving and cherished memories, take comfort in knowing your mother is resting in eternal peace and happiness.
Paul Caglione

February 19, 2020

Dan,
I am so sorry to hear about your mom. Love Kim, Brian and Valerie

Stephen Campito

February 18, 2020

Sorry to hear of your mom's passing. I remember her and the whole family fondly. May she rest in peace eternally in God's loving arms.

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20

Calling hours

10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Teresian House

200 Washington Avenue Extension, Albany, NY

Feb

20

Mass of Christian Burial

11:00 a.m.

Teresian House

200 Washington Avenue Extension, Albany, NY

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343 New Karner Rd, Colonie, NY 12205

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