Thomas Grant Dillon

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Thomas Dillon Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Oct. 2, 2025.
Thomas Grant Dillon It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Thomas Grant Dillon, 79 years old, of Littleton, Colorado, who passed away on September 28, 2025 peacefully in his home.

Tom was born on January 1, 1946 in Grand Junction, Colorado to Robert and Marguerite Dillon. He grew up in Grand Junction, Colorado and went to Grand Junction High School where he met his beautiful wife, Janet, and then went on to Mesa Junior College in Grand Junction. He and Janet went on to Utah State University and then were married on December 30, 1966.

He was a respected leader in the telecommunications industry, helping shape its growth and direction up until his last day and also served in the National Guard.

Tom, as he was affectionately known, was a pillar of strength in the lives of all who had the privilege of knowing him. He cherished his family most and loved hunting birds with his bird dogs. He had a passion for golf and a natural talent that showed every time he stepped onto the course. He also found joy with a fishing pole in his hand and the water at his feet. He passed on the love of his hobbies to his children and grandchildren. He loved Jesus deeply and reflected His character in the way he lived and treated others.

Tom is survived by the love of his life, Janet; two sets of twins Christina (Kevin) Stolpmann, Gina (Cory) Lambert, Beau (Nicole) Dillon, and Justin (Pennie) Dillon; and his eight grandchildren: Courtney, Paige, Jake, Jordan, Ella, Ashley, Melanie, and Bailey.

Preceded in death by his parents; his in-laws, Homer and Girtha Fluckey; and his first-born infant son, Gary.

A funeral service will be held on October 8, 2025 at 10:00 am at Olinger Chapel Hill Mortuary & Cemetery in Centennial, Colorado, with a public viewing from 9:30-10:00 am. All who knew and loved Tom are welcome to attend and celebrate his life.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the Tunnel to Towers Foundation at t2t.org or by mail at: 2361 Hylan Blvd., Staten Island, NY 10306.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

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Olinger Chapel Hill Mortuary

6601 S Colorado Blvd, Centennial, CO 80121

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Oct

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10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Olinger Chapel Hill Mortuary & Cemetery

6601 South Colorado Blvd, Centennial, CO 80121

Send Flowers

Oct

8

Service

11:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

Olinger Chapel Hill Mortuary & Cemetery

6601 South Colorado Blvd, Centennial, CO 80121

Send Flowers

Only 3 days left for delivery to next service.