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Yolanda Dillard Obituary

Yolanda S. Dillard, 54, of Terre Haute passed away Monday August 4, 2025 in Union Hospital. She was born July 27, 1971 in Terre Haute to Thomas and Raylan (Tyler) Dillard. Yolanda is survived by her parents; her daughter, Lennell Dillard; sons, LeVante McConnell and Lonnie Joe Dillard; significant other, Lonnie McConnell; sisters, Lisa Holland, Tina Dillard, and Jessy Dillard; grandchildren, LaMia, Paisley, Terrell Jr., Antwin Jr., Oliver Jr., and Zalena; great-nephew, Keiontae Wilford and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her daughter, LaRay Rose Stewart; her brother, Anthony Wilford Sr.; her grandparents, Eloise Dillard; Rachel and Raymond Tyler. Yolanda enjoyed listening to music and dancing and going gambling. She loved clothes and was very stylish and her favorite color was green. A Memorial Service will be Saturday August 16, 2025 from 2:00 pm until 5:00 pm at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, 1845 North 6 1/2 Street, Terre Haute, Indiana. Samaritan Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be left at www.samaritanfunerals.com To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Yolanda S. Dillard, please visit our floral store.

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Published by WTHI-TV 10 News on Aug. 5, 2025.

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Brenda Bowling McBride

August 10, 2025

I can't just think of one memory of Lonnie Sue. She was my best friend all through childhood. One time we went to the fat shop on poplar and got matching outfits! Man we looked crazy but we were happy ! Lol We had so much fun together! My friend you will be missed by so many people! Til we meet again know you will be with me in my heart ! I love you LSD and no one will ever come close to you!!!

Laura Dimond

August 9, 2025

We will miss u Lonnie sue . I love you . Blessings go out to Lonnie and kid,os . Love you all so much love always Nicole Dimond

Superior Auto Terre Haute

August 8, 2025

Praying for the family. Our condolences. Superior Auto of Terre Haute.

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