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Marsha J. Dillon ~
3 March 1943- 21 July 2025
Age 82, in Sacramento of natural causes.
Predeceased by both parents Thomas & Ruth Bratten of Lafayette, California, survived by husband of 57 years William A Dillon Jr.
Marsha retired after 51 years of teaching in the Geography Department of Sacramento State.
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Upcoming Events
Aug
19
Visitation
5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
East Lawn East Sacramento
4300 Folsom Blvd, Sacramento, CA 95819
Send FlowersAug
20
Funeral service
11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
East Lawn East Sacramento
4300 Folsom Blvd, Sacramento, CA 95819
Send FlowersServices provided by
East Lawn East Sacramento Mortuary