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1955
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2019
Michael Dion Obituary
Michael attended Montague public schools. He served in the U.S. Army for three years and was stationed in Germany. He loved cross country skiing, and also enjoyed hunting and fishing with his friends.
He was a self-employed painter for many years.
Michael is survived by his wife Jane (Stebbins) Dion, his mother, Helen, of Turners Falls, a son Michael, his partner Heather Chaffee Craver of Millers Falls, a daughter Sarah, her husband Dan Drier, of Tennessee, grandchildren, Lucas, Cody, Bryce, step grandchildren, Felicia, Ricky and Andy. Michael also leaves his brothers, Gary and his wife Nancy of Montague Center, David and his wife Patty of Turners Falls, his sister Donna Wallace, and her husband Mark of Greenfield. He also leaves an aunt and several nieces and nephews and good friends. He was predeceased by his father Rolland.
A celebration of Michael's life will be at the convenience of the family.
Michael's family would like to thank Caroline McDade, his caregiver, and Hospice of Franklin County for the exceptional care while he was battling cancer.
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Memories and Condolences
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Deborah Dion
July 4, 2019
May you Rest In Peace,Mike
Nancy Hosmer
July 4, 2019
R.I.P Michael, till we meet again.
May
July 4, 2019
May God Bless you all and give you peace in your hearts. May you find comfort in each other as you are surrounded by loving family and friends as you journey down the path of grief for Mike. Rest in Peace Mike and Godspeed ❤
Dorothy Zellmann
July 4, 2019
Our sincere sympathies to Michael's family.
Dorothy Zellmann and Bill Brown
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