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BORN
1940
DIED
2007
FUNERAL HOME
3344 White Settlement Road
Fort Worth, Texas
Jack Dillon Obituary
Funeral: 1:30 p.m. Friday in Greenwood Chapel. Burial: Greenwood Memorial Park. Visitation: 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at Greenwood Funeral Home.
Jack was born March 10, 1940, in Covington, Ky.
Survivors: Wife, Sherry Dillon; children, Laura Ortiz and husband, Mike, of Godley, John Dillon and wife, Nora, Daniel Dillon and wife, Agnes, Timothy Whitworth and wife, Julie, Tammy Wentz and husband, Thomas, Sheryl Carter and husband, Jeffrey, all of Arlington, and Debbie Wilson and husband, Steven, of North Richland Hills; 11 grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren.
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for Jack Dillon
S. S.
September 18, 2019
Jack was my radio production mentor. When I expressed the burning desire to learn from a seasoned pro, he could not have been more helpful and more generous, even when he obviously felt terrible.
I owe Jack Dillon more than I can ever convey in words, and now, I'll owe him into the next life. I miss him terribly, but I know he is finally at peace, in that big prod studio in the sky.....I hope there are no network dubs up there, my friend. We shall meet again someday, God willing.
Amanda Dillon
March 14, 2008
To the BEST papa in the world!!!
You don't know how hard this has been for me knowing your gone...
I dream of you, I think of you, and even sometimes i hear/see you..
And everybody that says Jack or papa...i think of you!
I miss you SOOO terribly much!!
You know, when u passed i could have sworn it was a dream!
Like none of this stuff had happened!
I even wished it was one, so I could hear that voice one more time, so i can get one more hug from the GREATEST PAPA EVER KNOWN!!!
PAPA I MISS YOU LIKE I HAVE NEVER MISSED SOMEONE BEFORE!
and I have my moments from time to time where i cry myself to sleep!
but thats okay cause i know your in a better place and knowing that i feelma whole lot better!
Because i dont have to see u suffer through any of aall that junk!
and Gran ILOVEYOU!!! I know that this is a really hard time for you!
but I don't know how but itwill get better!
and lets do this together!
ILOVEYOUBOTH!!!
LOVE YOU ALWAYS AND FOREVER,
Amanda Leigh Dillon!!<3
Sue Black
September 17, 2007
My Dear Friend Sherry,
It has been so very long since I last heard from you and today I was thinking about Jack & you so I called the station to see if he was still working and I was so surprised to hear he had passed away. Bill & I just was thinking about you this week end and wondering how you both were doing and the kids. Please call me so we can talk. We loved Jack & You very much and though we drifted apart we thought about you & the family all the time. You were great to work with and I miss you. I am so sorry you are having to go through such a painful time but I know the closeness your family has and they will be there for you always. Know that we love you very much and we will keep you & the family in our thoughts and prayers each day. I know Jack will be missed sorely by you and all his friends. God Bless You & take care of you and the family this day and always.
We Love you!
Bill & Sue Black
Irving, TX
Trina Bristol
August 31, 2007
I will miss Jack so much as he always lifted me up and made me laugh. I used to work with him at the station and he was like a rock. I know that he is in heaven rejoicing with our Lord but I miss him very much. I'm so sorry that I found out so long after the passing. I miss having lunch with him at Hibachi 97!
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Mark Davis
July 8, 2007
Jack was a prince of a man. His heroic battle will always inspire me, but what I will remember most is his pure decency and kindness toward every soul he encountered.
His funeral Friday July 6 left me wanting to be a better person. It was a packed house, filled with people who will miss him at home, in the WBAP hallways and on the air.
May God bless Jack and his family. He has surely blessed us by allowing us to share his life.
--Mark Davis, WBAP
Gregory Key
July 5, 2007
Jack
Your faithfulness to God and the church has humbled me. Your friendship and honesty will always be cherished. I thank God that he brought you into my life. Me and my family will never be the same.
I will keep my promise, and always look after your angel Sherry.
Gregory Key
Maree Wheaton
July 5, 2007
I am so sorry for your loss. Jack and I worked at WBAP together for 15 years. Everyone loved him dearly. He will truly be missed.
Michelle Plant
July 5, 2007
Sherry,
Please know how sorry I am that Jack has left us. I knew he was someone special from the very first time I met him. He made going to lunch a special event. I will miss his gentle spirit and that beautiful voice. I will miss my lunch buddy so much. I truly loved him. He was one in a million and I can't tell you how much he taught me. I still expect him to walk around that corner. He meant the world to me.
Larry And Judy Whitworth
July 5, 2007
Jack was a Good man May he rest in peace. May God blees his family and give them joy that his pain is gone and now he walks with Gods Angels.
Bonne Morgan
July 5, 2007
Our families prayers and thoughts are with you. Take comfort in Jacks new found peace. He is with the Lord now and will watch over you and his family always.
Love you always,
Bonne, Jeff, Garrett, Tyler and Mackenna
Mac Curtis
July 5, 2007
I had the honor of working with Jack for many years. Neither of us ever retired. We just went on permanent Lunch Break. We shared a zillion Radio War Stories and many good times together. But, most of all, we shared...friendship.
Rest well, my friend
Mac Curtis
Chet Maxwell
July 5, 2007
I was very fortunate to have worked with Jack at KBOX. He was an excellent radio man, and an all around wonderful human being. He will be missed.
Rick Hadley
July 5, 2007
One of the pleasures of working at WBAP the past dozen years was interacting with Jack. He always had a kind word and always took time out of his busy production schedule to chat when I'd run into him in the break room.
When he took his long leaves due to illness the last few months I missed our friendly talks in the hallway.
Jack was a pro and has my complete respect and admiration. He led a life that touched so many. I will miss him very much.
Rhonda Warner
July 4, 2007
Sherry(Gran)
My heart and prayers are with you and your family. I was blessed to have met Jack. He was such a sweet and kind hearted man.He will be deeply missed. We love you, Rhonda & Todd
Jason Walker
July 4, 2007
Jack was a wonderful friend, a man I greatly respected. I had the privilege of working with Jack at KBOX, KLIF AND WBAP. My deepest condolences to the family.
Britney Campbell
July 4, 2007
We will miss you deeply Pa-Pa. I will miss all the GREAT and memorable times we had together. You always took wonderful care care of us. I will NEVER forget that. You were a wonderful grandfather. Every time my little girl smiles I think of you. I just wish she was older so she could of remembered you. Now, I can tell her stories and share in laughter and sorrow. I don't know how I can go on without hearing your sweet voice---your advice and the way you always made me feel better after all of our conversations. God, I MISS YOU SO. One day we will meet again, I truely believe that. Please watch over me and our family and friends--Keep us safe from harm--I know you will. You are and always will be my guardian angel. To the strongest man I ever knew, you are my HERO.
I love you Pa-pa!!
Love always and Forever,
Your grandaughter and Great-grandaughter
Britney & Mackenzie
Jennifer Nelson (Godwin)
July 4, 2007
Sherry;
I am so sorry for your loss. Jack was a wonderful man & he will be greatly missed.
You & your family are in my thoughts & prayers.
May God embrace & comfort you during this time of heartache & sorrow.
Love you,
Jennifer Nelson (Godwin)
Jeffrey Roy & Children
July 4, 2007
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Nancie Brandon-Gatlin
July 4, 2007
Dear Laurie and family, I am sorry to here about your dad. I remember when we first met and I listened to your dad on the radio everyday after school. I still remember the time he took us to see Rocky.You are in my thoughts and prayers.
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