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Michael "Mike" Ray Dillon age 63 of Wirtz passed away on Wednesday, September 17, 2025 at his home after a short illness. He was born on July 30, 1962 a son of the late Ezra Vernard and Elsie Mae Dillon. He was also preceded in death by his brothers, Richard Dillon and William Dillon.
He is survived by his wife, Reba Dillon; his sons, Brandon Dillon, Christopher Eads (Leigh) and Anthony Eads; 12 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; sister, Bonnie Dillon Mitchell; aunt, Stella Fisher. He is also survived by his niece, Lisa Dillon (Everette); several other nieces, nephews and lots of loving family members.
Funeral services will be conducted 11:00 AM Saturday at Conner-Bowman Funeral Home with the Rev. Troy Keaton and Pastor Jerry Naff officiating. The family will receive friends on Friday, September 19, 2025 from 5 to 8 PM at the funeral home.
Arrangements by Conner-Bowman Funeral Home & Crematory, 62 VA Market Place Drive, Rocky Mount, VA
Michael Ray Dillon passed away too soon to be with our Loving Savior Jesus Christ. A devoted husband and best friend to his beloved wife, Reba. Together they built a company Dillon Docks and a beautiful life together.
Mike was a wonderful father and father figure to so many over the years. He was the best grandfather and great-grandfather to his 12 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. He was also a loving son and wonderful brother. Kindness, Big Hearted and the ability to be "living his best life" were what Mike was all about. He loved to entertain and celebrate with others. Big breakfasts, BBQ's, holidays and any special event would be blessed by Mike's cooking talents. He had that special quality to make everyone feel welcome and accepted. Mike treated everyone like family and treated each of his friends like a brother. Known for his fairness, honesty and hard-working example, Mike will foreber be remembered the most for his infectious laugh and BIG smile.
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62 Virginia Market Place Dr., Rocky Mount, VA 24151
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