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Michael and Ann Dion
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Mike was a proud 1978 graduate of Christian Brothers High School in Memphis, Tennessee, where he played on both the baseball and football teams and was the starting running back on the 1977 State Championship football team. Mike attended Memphis State University and played on the football team from 1979-1982 and studied in the Fogelman College of Business and Economics, earning his Bachelor of Business Administration degree in Marketing in 1982. He worked professionally 42 years in sales, strategic leadership, product & promotional development, while leading and directing organizations across North America.
Ann was sincerely proud of her Native American heritage (Cherokee Nation) and was a proud 1978 graduate of Briarcrest High School in Memphis, Tennessee, where she was vice president of her homeroom. Ann attended the University of Tennessee and transferred to Memphis State University where she and Mike fell in love, and married in Memphis, Tennessee, in 1983.
Mike and Ann are survived by their daughter Nicole Dion Swanson (Jeffrey) and grandchildren Remy and Lila; daughter Brittany Lauren Perkins (Adam) and grandchild Luke; son Michael Christopher Dion Jr. (Ashley), brothers Jeff Dion and Mark Metts, sisters Mary Schroeder and Judith Metts. Mike is survived by his parents Richard and Barbara Dion of Ponte Vedre, Florida.
Mike and Ann were loving parents whose life legacy centered on family; and instilling values of compassion and responsibility. At their request, only private services will be held. Donations in memory of Michael and Ann Dion may be provided to Saint Jude Children's Research Hospital, Memphis, Tennessee, with whom they volunteered and frequently donated:
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Cathy Palazola
December 20, 2024
We met Mike and Ann when we moved next door to them in 1985. We had our babies together and spent hours on our deck watching them play. Mike kept us supplied with chocolate! We were saddened when they were transferred to Oklahoma. We kept in touch thru their many moves, but life got busy and we lost touch. Some of our best memories were with them. Ann made several birthday cakes for our kids. We send our love and prayers to their kids and extended families.
Mark and.Cathy Palazola
Bill Reaves
November 13, 2024
I knew Mike and Ann for more than 30 years. I worked for Mike at Hershey Chocolate USA.
We worked hard and laughed hard during many of the road trips we took together throughout rural Oklahoma calling on customers. I´m sure others that worked for him had similar experiences.
I last spoke to Mike in August, shortly after his birthday. We agreed to have lunch shortly pending his busy schedule at the time, working and caring for Ann.
I cherish the memories of Mike, Ann and his kids and wish his family peace and comfort.
Dave Maddux
November 11, 2024
I was privileged to know Mike and Ann for some 40 years hiring Mike when he applied for a sales rep job with The Hershey Company. Mike and Ann endeared themselves to those on the Memphis Region sales team Mike was a dedicated and loyal employee and Ann was so gracious to everyone. I last talked to Mike on May 12th. He always would thank me for the opportunity at Hershey and I would tell him, Mike, you earned those promotions by your dedication to get the job done. I am saddened and pray that the family will sense God's love during this time of sadness.
Dave Maddux, Allen, TX
Gary Cornwell
November 7, 2024
What an amazing and beautiful woman Ann was. You always knew where you stood with her. And I loved that about her.
Mike, you taught me so much. Thank you for everything, my brother. I will miss you always.
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Matthew Levey
November 7, 2024
Mike represented my company as a broker and I spoke to him regularly (maybe 3-4 times per week). We dealt with high stress situations and managed them together as a team. I respected him as a person and professionally, which turned over the past handful of years into a really nice friendship. He was a warm hearted person and was only concerned with doing the right thing when challenged with difficult objectives. He will be greatly missed and never forgotten.
Todd Tolis
November 6, 2024
Mike was an excellent representation partner for a number of years, and we grew to be good friends. Very saddened with his passing and Ann as well. Sending light and love to all their family and friends.
Don Moorehead
November 5, 2024
I transferred to CBHS as a sophomore. I didn´t know anyone, didn´t play sports, and had few friends when I arrived. Like most high schools, the "jocks" had their own group, and kept to themselves. But Mike was different. He always went out of his way to say hello, offer a friendly smile, etc. He made me feel less isolated.
I will always remember cheering for him and the other players in the state championship run. These are some of my favorite high school memories.
I never saw Mike again after his graduation, but I was saddened to hear of his passing (and that of his wife). May God bless their family.
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