Harry Christopher Dillard

Harry Christopher Dillard

Harry Dillard Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Aug. 8 to Aug. 13, 2023.
Harry Christopher Dillard Sr. a follower of Jesus, went to be with the LORD on the morning of July27th,2023. He's survived by his wife Julie Bishop Dillard, and their two children Harry C. Dillard Jr. wife Jamie and two children Mackenzie and Reed; and Jennifer Anne Chesser, husband Jason and two children Paisley and Jayce. Chris was born August 16th,1960 in Portsmouth,Va. He's survived by his mother Ann Read Dillard and siblings, Wade, Heather(Creech), Paul and Tommy Dillard. He is preceded in death by his father Harry H. Dillard,Jr. and grandson Jeremiah Levi Chesser. Chris grew up in Suffolk,Va, served in the Marine Corps, moved to Gainesville Fla. where he met and. married his wife Julie in 1981. He retired from working for the City/County of Alachua. He served as deacon, youth leader, SS teacher and was faithful in sharing his testimony of what God had done for him with everyone he met. He will be missed.

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December 25, 2025

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August 10, 2023

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Camden Edwards

December 25, 2025

Im reeds friend the kid I just found out that he died reed didn't tell me he died rest in peace

Kendra

August 10, 2023

Julie, I am so sad for your loss. Many {{{{{{Hugs}}}}}} and prayers for you and your family during this time of grief. Love you.

Indu Tripathi

August 5, 2023

Julie, I am sorry to hear about your loss. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.

Kotaro

August 4, 2023

Julie, I´m sorry to learn of your loss. I'm thinking of you and please accept my deepest sympathy.

Marty Cohn

August 4, 2023

Julie, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you and your family at this difficult time.

Ron & Becky Ray

August 2, 2023

Ron & Becky the whole family our love and prayers.

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