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Arthur Dillon Obituary

Fr. Arthur Dillon A Mass of Resurrection celebrating the life and 50 years of priestly service ofFr. Arthur Dillon, 84, will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. Friday, March 5, at St. Anne Catholic Community Church, Barrington, where he will lie in state from 3 to 9 p.m. Thursday, March 4, with a wake prayer service at 7:30 p.m. Bishop Timothy Lyne will officiate and Fr. Jack Dewes, current Pastor of St. Anne, will be the homilist. The St. Anne community mourns the passing of Fr. Dillon, beloved Pastor Emeritus of St. Anne from 1971 until his retirement in 1989. He was always a gentle, kind, and dedicated leader who shepherded the parish through a period of community growth. He spearheaded the building of the St. Anne Parish Center on the west side of Ela Street, opposite the new church and school building, in 1980. He was loved by many and will hold a special place in the hearts of the parish family. On the occasion of the dedication of the newly completed St. Anne Campus in the year 2000, Fr. Dillon wrote these beautiful words: "Seldom does a person stand in the present, know one's part in the century past, and sense one's contribution to the future. In this time of dedication, each of us has been gifted with a glimpse at God's timelessness. We reflect on the work of our predecessors and we dedicate not only our buildings, but ourselves, to the future work of the kingdom. In a special way, we dedicate all of this to our children. The people they become will shape the future. From the depth of my heart, I thank God for allowing me to be a part of this time, for allowing me to journey with you. I pray for continued faith as we journey to our eternal home." He is survived by his sister-in-law, Ruth; his nieces and nephews, John (Janet), Judith, Joseph (Helen), James and Paul (Sabrina) Dillon; and by many great nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Patrick J. and Julia Elizabeth (nee Murphy); and by his brother, Raymond. Memorials in honor of Fr. Dillon may be made to The Ministries of St. Anne Catholic Community. Friends may visit www.dailyherald.com/obits to express condolences and sign the guest book. For additional information, (847) 382-5300.

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Published by Daily Herald on Mar. 3, 2004.

Memories and Condolences
for Arthur Dillon

13 Entries

Frank and Rita Zioncheck

March 17, 2004

We were so lucky to have had Father Dillon at Queen of Apostles for ten wonderful years, as Associate Pastor.During those years he made many life long friends.Even after leaving, he came back to officiate at many functions, including the marriages of our three daughters. Playing golf with "Artie" (as we discreetly called him)was a joy. He was easy to beat...emitted no curse words and he kept an honest count of his strokes. Father Dillon, we love you and will always miss you. An Irish wish on this St. Patrick's day..."May God hold you in the palm of his hand".

Father Jim Lewis

March 6, 2004

Father Dillon is recalled with respect from his days with us at St. Bride's on the southeast side of Chicago. I'll remember him in the Eucharist as a man who offered faithful witness to the Gospel.

Bill and Pat Weldon

March 5, 2004

To Father Dillon's Family,

We are two old friends from Queen of Apostles Church. We want you to know that we have wonderful memories of Fr. Art, and how much he was appreciated as a truly Holy Man and a terrific person. He was a very positive influence on us and our family,and we had many great fun times together. We loved him, won't forget him and we thank God for sharing him with us. Pray for us AB.

Rest with God.

The Weldons

Larry & Mary Helen McCarthy

March 5, 2004

Our deepest sympathy to Fr. Art's fa mily.He was a kind and wonderful priest who was always available whenever you needed him. With a soft shy manner he always acknowleged all those with whom he came in contact. He indeed was God's priest. May he enjoy hitting it straight and long in God's kingdom.

The McCarthy Family

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pat weaver

March 4, 2004

Our deepest condolences to the family of Father Art. He was a gentle and kind man of God and loved that game of golf!

We miss exchanging postcards of vacation destinations and will remember his delight in staying at our home in Hilton Head and golfing with his priest buddies. May he be eternally happy on that heavenly farway. God bless him.

Pat and John Weaver

Ronald Warren

March 4, 2004

Thanks for all your work done in God's Name..........May God give you rest, and count you as one of His own.

Mary Ellen Henehan

March 4, 2004

To the family of Fr.Arthur Dillon,

It was Fr. Dillon who first invited me to play the organ at St. Anne Church,(1973), which I still do today on a part-time basis.

Fr. Dillon was a kindly, faithful priest with a special love for the children of our parish. His quiet, stable leadership helped guide the development of our parish campus.

Requiescant in pace. Amen.

Dr. George R. Kokaska

March 4, 2004

Centered on Jesus.....Art always modeled and lived his priestly spirituality - a man steadfast of heart, he clearly decided, chose, to praise the God who had chosen him. I will never forget the love Art had for my family and his unshakeable belief in the power of good people gathered, acting together, to create new, just structures in our church and our world. For this, we sing a farewell word of love and thanks.

Kathleen Kavanagh-Grady

March 3, 2004

On behalf of my mother Mary Kavanagh and all of my family, I would like to express my condolences to the family of Father Dillon. My family has known Father Dillon since his first days at Queen of Apostles. We have many memories of a kind, gentle man and a wonderful priest. He will be in our prayers. May he rest in peace.

Juli and Doug Walker

March 3, 2004

Dear Fr. Dillion,

We rejoiced in your travelling up to meet the Lord. It was a pleasure knowing you, you were a great person and a priest, always saying "hello". Our prayers are with you. Good luck and take care.

Joe & Alma Kredens

March 3, 2004

We have wonderful memories of a shy young priest at Queen of Apostles so many years ago. We now say goodbye, and rest in God's peace!

Betsy Welch

March 3, 2004

I am so grateful that I crossed pathes with Fr. Dillon...as a "personal chef," I provided meals for him for a brief period of time...he was a lovely man, a true "servant leader" and without ego, as most of us recognize it today. Always glad to see you..he exuded kindness, shy humor, and a humble verve for life, which encompassed all of us, regardless of our denomination. I am sure God blesses him...

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