Fred Dillon
February 15, 1933 ~ December 9, 2015
Fred Dillon, 82, lifelong Monrovia resident, died December 9, 2015, in Methodist Hospital. Mr. Dillon was born February 15, 1933, in Morgan County to the late Lane and Inez (McCracken) Dillon. He married Mary Alice (Parks) Dillon on December 12, 1953; she preceded him in death on June 27, 2012.
Mr. Dillon graduated from Monrovia High School in 1951. He proudly served in the United States Army during the Korean War and also served as a past commander of the Monrovia American Legion. A hardworking man, Mr. Dillon was a longtime farmer. He was a member of Monrovia Christian Church and an avid IU basketball fan. In addition to being a true family man, Fred enjoyed participating in rodeo, coon hunting, and was well known for his ponies. He will be missed by a loving family and many friends.
In addition to his wife and parents, he was preceded in death by one brother, Jack Dillon and one sister, Rosamond Carter.
Survivors include his children, Kevin Dillon (Teresa) of Plainfield, Kathy Richardson (Mike) of Mooresville, and Kyle Dillon (Lorie) of Mooresville; grandchildren, Bradley Dillon, Katie Dillon, Andrea Richardson, Josh Richardson, Terah Adams, Ty Dillon, Tiffani Benson, and Trea Dillon; great grandchildren, Allison and Kaden; Cali and Kamber; Keegan, Jolie, Sophia and Chase; sister, Kay Horner (Richard “Dick”) of Mooresville.
Friends and family will gather Friday, December 11, 2015, 4 to 8 p.m. in the chapel at Carlisle – Branson Funeral Service & Crematory, Mooresville. Rev. Jack Elliott will officiate the 10 a.m. funeral service on Saturday, December 12, 2015, in the funeral home. Burial will be in Mt. Pleasant Cemetery, Hall. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association or to the Morgan County 4-H Council. Envelopes will be provided at the funeral home. Visit www.CarlisleBranson.com to share a favorite memory, view Fred’s Life Story video, or to sign the online guest registry.
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He will be missed VERY much. We thought of Fred and Mary as family. Brian & Wilma Love & Family
A great Monrovia Gentlemen, we will see you again Fred
I’m so sorry to hear about Uncle Fred. So many fun memories! Condolences and love to all the Dillons and extended family. Margaret Osborn
Kevin, Kathy Jo and Kyle, There aren’t enough words to explain all the thoughts I have about Uncle Fred. So many happy memories of our childhood with our family. He was one of a kind, and I always thought he was the male version of Mother. I hope knowing that he won’t suffer any more brings comfort to all of you. I loved him, and all of you:(
Kevin, Kathy, Kyle and families, I’m sorry to hear of the passing of your father. I always enjoyed our family reunions and loved your dad’s sense of humor. My condolences for your loss. Patti Hinshaw Smith
I had so many good times with Fred. He helped me pursue a dream of mine letting me help him around the farm an even helping me raise some of my own pigs . He really meant a lot more to me an my family than I probably ever really let him know. I always cherished those long conversations in the barn and all the funny stories along the way!!! Chris Robertson an Family
I grew up exploring and playing on his farm. I will cherish those memories forever. He will be missed my many. Sending my love and prayers to my family back home. *Hugs*
I am so sorry for your loss I just found out about Fred, He was always such a hoot and got us started in hogs many years ago by me taking the runts ( I’ll leave it at that but Kevin knows) my first time to ever put up straw and may other found memories of him and your mom and family members. He will be truly missed by all and prayers to all of you for your loss. Terri & Terry Moore