Kevin Dillon Obituary
MCLEANSVILLE — Kevin Todd Dillon, 35, of Guilford County, went home to be with the Lord, Monday, June 2, 2008.
A celebration of his life will be held 11 a.m. on Friday, June 6, at Hanes Lineberry Sedgefield Chapel. Burial will follow in Floral Gardens Cemetery in High Point.
Todd was born November 16, 1972, in Guilford County. He was a graduate of Southern Guilford High school and was employed by M & C Express.
Todd is survived by his wife, Amy Staley Dillon; two dogs, Raven and Maggie Dillon; his mother, Kathy McDaniel and husband, Pat; his father, Gary Dillon and wife, Linda; brothers, Mark Dillon and wife, Beulah, Patrick McDaniel and wife, Lisa; sister, Jennifer Shore and husband, Dean; maternal grandmother, Edith Collins and paternal grandmother, Becky Welsh; mother and father-in-law, Nancy and Bill Smith and Gwynn and Dee Staley. His aunt and uncle, Marcia and Kenneth Carter, Billy and Kim Welch and cousins, Billy Brown and Jon Carter also survive.
The family will receive friends from 7 until 8:30 p.m. on Thursday evening at Hanes Lineberry Sedgefield Chapel.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations are made to the United Animal Coalition, Guilford County Animal Shelter, P.O. Box 8, Jamestown, NC 27282.
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LINDA (FULP) RABON
June 18, 2008
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2008
Christine(Chris) Coble
June 10, 2008
Gary and Linda, I was so shocked and saddened to hear of your loss of your son. My heart goes out to you. Please know that you are in my prayers. I don't know why these things have to happen, but I do know with all my heart that you will see him again one day. God and his angels are with you and will get you through this time of grief. That's the only way I got through Matthew being taken so soon from us.
Michael Melton
June 10, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. I will always remember the time my Mother and brother Marcus spent the time at the beach with Todd, Mark and you Kathy. It was a fun time. My God be with you all durning this time.
Roman Pemberton
June 9, 2008
So sorry to hear about the loss of an old freind. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless.
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Steve Powers
June 7, 2008
Amy, Mark, and Family,
Todd will be greatly missed. I am honored to have known him. My thought are with you all.
Kira McDaniel
June 6, 2008
Dear, kathy & pat
I'm so sorry to hear about your lost!!! You will be in our prayers.
Hawker Powersource C.S.
June 6, 2008
Amy,
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. If you ever need anything please give us a call. We love and miss you.
Benny & Beth Wallace, H.T.S.
June 6, 2008
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Elsie Vaught
June 5, 2008
Dear Kathy and family:
We're all so saddened at this tragic loss, and want you to know how much we love you, care for you, and are praying for you during these very sad and difficult days.
All our love,
Aunt Elsie and Uncle Marion
Bobby & Lulu Watson
June 5, 2008
We are sorry for your loss, our prayers are with everyone in your family. God bless you.
Amy Hughes Atkins
June 5, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Bryan spencer
June 5, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Don Underwood
June 5, 2008
Mark and Jon, I am so sorry to hear about Todd. I miss those days of football at your grandparents.
Don Underwood
Jimmy and Keith Harrison
June 5, 2008
Amy, We are so very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Donna Ridge(Coble)Miller
June 5, 2008
Gary & Kathy,
My thoughts & prayers are with you and your family. I understand and feel your pain as you know I went through the same thing 2 years ago with the loss of Matthew. God will give you the strength and help you through the loss of your son.
David and Tina Coble
June 5, 2008
Dear Gary and Kathy,
We are so very sorry to hear of your loss and would like for you to know that you and your families will be in our thoughts and prayers. We have many precious memories of Todd and Shane growing up! Hold onto your memories and they with God will see you through.
Sincerely,
Kenny Coble
June 5, 2008
Gary, Kathy and Becky,
My heart weeps for you all. I pray that the Lord will lift you all up and grant you strength during this difficult time. I will keep you and your families in my thoughts and prayers.
Marcus Melton
June 5, 2008
It was nice to have spent time at the beach with your family. In those moments in life when you cross someones path and you have a great time, you never forget. I'm thankful to have known you and knowing your brother.
Mary Ellen Hansson
June 5, 2008
We are so sorry for your loss!
Antonio Mendonca
June 5, 2008
Our thoughts are with you and your family. May God's presence enfold and comfort you.
Antonio, Carmem and Giulia
Kelly Dunn
June 5, 2008
Kathy,
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family through this hard time.
Kelly Dunn
(Yost & Little Summerfield)
Cindy Fields
June 5, 2008
Family & Friends,
I am so saddened to know this tragedy has happened. Todd will be missed greatly. God will see you all through, I believe this. My thoughts and prayers are with each and every one of you!
Anthony Satterfield
June 5, 2008
I do not know how to express how I feel for the loss from all our lives that Todd touched. Growing up around the corner from Todd I have many great memories that I will always cherish. My prayers go out to all his family and friends.
Doug Meyer
June 5, 2008
Amy,
I sincerely appreciate your friendship through the years and my heart goes out to you and Todd's family.
God Bless
Renso Waller
June 5, 2008
My Thoughts and prayers are with the Dillon family. May they find peace in the knowledge that Kevin is at peace and at our Lord's side.
Ken & Sarah Fearn
June 5, 2008
Dearest Amy,
There are no appropriate words to express our sympathies to you and Todd's family. We are so, so sorry for your loss. It does not seem fair that as you started a new chapter in your life, the book was slammed shut. We cannot even begin to imagine what it is like to walk in your shoes.
May God give you the strength you'll need to persevere.
We love you and are here if you need us.
Kevin and Allison Harrison
June 5, 2008
Both Allison and I are deeply sorry for your loss.
Teresia Oakley
June 5, 2008
Gary, Thinking of you all at this time. May God bless and help you thru this loss. One day we will know why these things happen.
Love to all , Teresia Oakley
Teresia Oakley
June 5, 2008
Gary, I am thinking of you all and may God bless you all as you go thru this loss. Keep the faith one day we will know why things happen to us. Miss you , Teresia Oakley
Kathy Coble Dapp
June 5, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Bob & Myla Erwin
June 5, 2008
Our hearts and prayers are with the family during this most difficult time. May the love and peace of Our Father in heaven be with you and sustain you during the days ahead.
The Erwins
David, Kim and Hunter Newnam
June 5, 2008
We're saddened by the situation that is thrust before us so suddenly but I have 30 years of memories to keep and I hope that it brings the family comfort as well as myself. We are full of sorrow. The Newnam family
Dawn & Troy Searcy
June 5, 2008
We are so sorry for your loss! Our prayers are with you all!
Paula Vaught Adams
June 5, 2008
Dear Kathy, Pat, Amy, Aunt Edith, and Marcia,
I spoke with Mama last night and she told me about Todd's tragic accident. I am so very sorry. I can only imagine the loss you are feeling. I recall how sweet Todd was during the time of Uncle Grady's death and talking with him about his work and his travels through Virginia. He was such a nice young man and I wish I could have spent more time with you all. My thoughts and prayers will be with you all in the difficult days ahead. I wish that I could go down there, but am unable to. Words fail to convey all my thoughts...I wish I could give you all long hugs.
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