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William P. Dillon posted a condolence
Monday, March 9, 2015
I love you dad and miss you everyday. You were taken too soon from mom and I.
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Sarah Mueller posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2009
In My Heart There Rings A Melody! Sorry that you and Will had to experience such a loss in the circle of your family. Yet, love travels and you are never alone, really. Condolences and prayers are sent your way. Love eternal, from Sarah & Family
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Jack and Tina Kaleugher posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2009
You can Though the task is one of great difficulty, the capabilities you bring are even greater. For not only is there much you can do, you can learn and grow to do much more. When the situation changes, you can adapt. When a new problem arises, you can discover the fresh opportunities that come along with it. You can call upon the wisdom inside you that grows more extensive with each new day. You can listen to your heart, where there is valuable truth that goes beyond what your mind can explain. You can draw great strength from the connection you have with others. You can align yourself with the beauty and goodness that reside firmly and persistently in every corner of life. In the darkest darkness, YOU CAN shine a light. In the most difficult circumstances, you can act to make a profound and positive difference. You can know, you can understand, and you can live in the service of a purpose that becomes more powerful and refined with each passing moment. Choose to do what you can, and there is no limit to what you're able to achieve. -- Ralph Marston Love, Tina
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cathpeet posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2009
Mel and William, There isn't much one can really say when someone dies. The usual cliches' roll off our tongues. You've been troopers through his illness and are admired for your strenght in such a situation. It feels so odd not to have Bill (William) sitting on tn the porch, teasing me by proper name calling. (Though Charlie and I nicknamed him Bill the Pill!) He was the watchdog of the neighborhood and will be missed a lot! Will, you were the apple of his eye. He used to say that any boy soccer player was a pansy in a skirt....UNTIL...of course...YOU PLAYED! To your dad you were the best in everything. He was so proud of you. Mel, Bill always seemed to want to protect you from people taking advantage of your kind nature. I think he saw you as looking way younger than me too, because he couldn't believe we were so close in age! hahahaha! We just want to say we are your friends and if you ever need us we are here right across the street. love cath and char peet
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Alanna Musser posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2009
Melody & William, May you use this time to focus on all the happy memories you had together as a family. You are in our thoughts and prayers. With deepest sympathy, The Musser Family Alanna, Brian, Makenna & Ryleigh
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Mark and Margaret Lyjak posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2009
We are very, very sorry for your loss. Margaret and Mark Lyjak.
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Linda Rice posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2009
There never seems to be adequate words to say how sorry we are for what you are experiencing. We hope that happy memories will help to neutralize some of the bitterness you must be feeling. We will be praying for a renewed peace of mind, and strength in the days and weeks ahead. We love you!
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jim& eve shumaker posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2009
MEL& WILL, please accept our heart felt condolences on your loss.we always enjoyed talking with bill on the front porch. even our dog tjwould go to meet him at the front sidewalk,then he would sit down beside him on the porch,like old lost buddies.we also enjoyed going to the car shows, and watching bills face lite up when he would win a trophy for his studebaker entree.
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Lois posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2009
Mel & Will (and all of Bill's family), I know that there are no words that I can say to make it all better for you, but I wanted to let you know how much Bill meant to me. Having Bill as a next-door neighbor was great for me. He made sure to welcome me and to help me out as much as he was able to do so. Bill hid his soft heart with a sarcastic wit but once you saw past the shell you were rewarded by his kind soul. He thought that the sun shone through his family. He was your biggest fan and he will be missed by everyone. It has been a priviledge to know him. Love, Lois
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banshees classic car club posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2009
MEL & WILL, PLEASE ACCEPT OUR CONDOLENCES ON THE PASSING OF BILL.we had agreat deal of fun with bii at our meetings, he could always get some good humor going. he will be greatly missed be all of us......banshees classis car club
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Christine Cabanillas posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2009
Dearest Mel & William It's so hard to believe that Bill is no longer here with us physically but the memories of all the laughter and fun he shared with ALL of us will never leave our hearts. I can't say I know what you're experiencing, but know that my heart goes out to you both. As I mentioned on the telephone, the things we will remember the most were our times in Tarry Town, the Diner, the trip to Maryland when we were both NEW MOMS, the QUICK visits to Moosic, PA, and the trip to Oklahoma when our boys camped out playing video games all night long. Heck, I still remember when Bill came to visit us in El Paso . . . and I can only imagine all the memories you both must have within your hearts. Remember the fun times, the times he made you laugh, the times he made everybody laugh as that's what it's all about. Bill was a very lucky guy to have found you, Mel, and then to have the great family you both created. He lives within our hearts forever. Remember, you taught him how to LOIVE. -Love, Christine
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Lynn Tucker posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2009
Mel and Will, Bill will be greatly missed by all he touched. We loved him, we prayed for him and we will miss him. Mel, I know you lost your best friend and Will, your father who loved you dearly. God also knows how deep your loneliness is. He is there for you to call upon. The first time I met your husband was even before I knew of Will. He was in the parking lot of M.C.S. playing his 50's music. We chatted about this and that and ended up taking about God. He listened, and even read something I gave him that day on how he could know for sure he was going to heaven. I don't know what he did with the information that day but I continued to pray for him. Bill liked to tease me, he always seemed to get the last laugh when teasing me. I would like to think that Bill trusted in what Jesus did for him that day in the parking lot and when I get to heaven he'll greet me with Got ya again! Bill was kind and generous. He would buy candy for all the little kids after school. He was always looking for opportunities to delight and give to those around him. We love you and want to keep in touch. William stop by anytime. We want to hear about school,etc. Love, Craig and Lynn Tucker
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Melody (The Wifed) posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2009
My Loving Husband, You always signed your cards that way, Your Loving Husband, and you always wrote, To the Wifed. I knew that those special occasion cards you picked out for me allowed you to say all the things that you really felt and wanted to say, but had a hard time expressing. I thought it was so adorable when you told me that when you married me, I got wifed. Instead of Mel, it was always, Hey wife! I think you liked the idea of being married to me and wanted people to know that. After all, it took you three times to get it right) You always jokingly reminded me and everyone else about how much pressure it was being married to me, or how much pressure it was being retired. So many precious, priceless, hilarious, and sometimes embarrassing moments we shared together with our friends and family - all over a span of 32 years. Of course we had our share of bumps in the road, and I honestly wanted to hide my head in the sand sometimes with your antics, but anyone that truly knew you, knew that under that rough exterior was a kind, caring, and compassionate man. Your big heart did so many good things for so many people. My loving husband, I can't tell you how much my heart hurts. I lost a piece of myself one week ago today when I watched your life slowly slip away. I had to make that heart wrenching decision to take you off the vent. After all, that was what you wanted. You made me promise long ago to pull the plug if it ever came down to this - you never wanted to be kept alive on machines. Little did I realize that the last words you would consciously acknowledge from me were my words to you in that Emergency Room, when I told you that they were going to put in a tube to help your lungs rest and give the antibiotics a chance to fight off the pneumonia caused by the lung tumor. After that, you never spoke to me again. I did talk to you though, never leaving your side. They said that you could hear me. I told you how much I loved you and how sorry I was for having to put you on that machine, and then having to make that awful decision to take you off it. They told me that your organs were shutting down, and that the greatest gift of love that I could give to you was to help you die with dignity, as peacefully and pain free as possible. After you were diagnosed with lung cancer on July 16, you told me that retirement wasn't supposed to be like this. Well, we got robbed - cheated of what was supposed to be our golden years together. I am numb with disbelief - it all fell apart so fast. I somehow still expect you to pop up from the basement or in the front door. I have to keep reminding myself that you're no longer here anymore. My loving husband, you may be gone physically, but your spirit will always be with me because you will always be in my heart. I care for you dearly and will never forget you. You truly kept me on my toes, never knowing what to expect. My life was never boring with you in it! Many people wondered how I managed to stay married to you for so long and my answer was always the same - it was the ongoing challenge of trying to figure you out) I will miss our summer vacations at the Jersey Shore in the RV and our daily runs to Loui's and Col's for coffee, but most of all, I will miss you. You told me that your number wasn't up yet, that you were going to live till you were 81, like your mother, and that you were going to live to bounce your grandchildren on your knee. Will and I so wanted to believe you. Will said that he is too young to have his dad die, but I guess we'll just have to trust that the Lord knew what He was doing when He called your name. Thank you so much for our son William, our greatest accomplishment together. You live on in him. He truly was your greatest gift of love to me. P.S. I'm getting a puppy, but not right now.
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Christine Cabanillas posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2009
WOW Mel . . . what a lovely message! You are a super strong gal . . . YES . . . a puppy! We all remember Mr. Dooley! Hey, I have a hefty 5 lb. Chihuahua named Harley! Go for it! I hope to see you soon. Maybe in Yuma! Love, Chris & Kids (Catie, Bob & Leslie)
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Wendy Slayotn posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2009
Mel and Will, What can be said about a man with so much character. My heart aches each time I think of him being gone. He truely was a great brother-in-law even with all his crazy antics and sayings. At times he seemed so gruff but deep inside he was compasionate and caring. My memories of growing up were of you and Bill and taking care of Scott and I rollerskating, the two of you buying me my first stero and most important the night Will was born and the whole family traveled to your house in the middle of the night to be there. Our vacations with our kids Wildwood and especailly Disney and also Bill's giving heart. I feel we have not only lost a good man but a rock in our family. He was someone I always looked up and he will never be forgotten. One of the memories I share of him is when we would come to your house for vacation and I would be washing dishes and he would walk by and give me a wack for no readon and call me Windy. I believe that was his way of telling me he cared for me without saying it. My heart goes out to the both of you. But there is one thing that I truely believe and that is that someday we will see him in heaven because of all the good he did for people. He will truely be missed. Love, Wendy and Roy
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Carol Wolczak - Moluski posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2009
Bill @ I were old friends for many years. He still kept in touch when he was in Pa.I am sorry for your loss. I will miss him a lot.
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Marie Dimitriou posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2009
Dear Mel & Will, We are deeply saddened at the loss of our friend Bill. You know that he adored you both & that you were his world. Our neighborhood wasn't the same after you left us to move to Michigan. I missed Bill leaning on my doorbell, ringing it a hundred times until I ran from whatever I was doing to let him in. At that time William was a baby & Bill would carry Will in one arm & his coffee cup in the other hand, ready for the endless refills that he would drink while we chatted & Chris & Andrea played with Will. My favorite funny story was about how,during a long trip, Bill stopped the RV at a gas station while Mel was sleeping in the back. When he went inside for coffee Mel woke up & went to get water for the dogs. Bill returned, thinking that she was still sleeping in the back & left without her. It was quite a while before he realized that she wasn't there & he had to go all the way back for her. (pre cell phone days.) I wish that I could've seen the look on his face! We've lost a dear friend & a good man, but I know that he's in a much better place. After blessing him with your love during his life, your last selfless gift to him was the brave sacrifice of letting him go with dignity. Our hearts go out to you at this difficult time. Please stay in touch. With our love & deepest sympathy, Marie, Zach, Christopher & Andrea
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Lisa Overman (Marcellino) posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2009
Mel, I'm so deeply sorry to hear of your loss. I did not know him personally, but if he was smart enought to choose you as his partner in life, then he must have been a wonderful man! What a beautiful letter you wrote, and yes, your very handsome and talented son will carry on a part of your sweet William for many, many years to come! Both you and your son are in my thoughts and prayers... lisa
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Margie and Dan posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2009
Dear Mel and William, We have been praying for your family and miracles since we found out Bill had cancer. Both Dan and I are so sorry for your loss. Your family is one of the strongest and most loving, caring, and steadfast that I have ever seen. Mel - your commitment to caring for Bill and going above and beyond what I had thought humanly possible by ensuring Bill had the best care, had looked into every option for treatment, and how you never left his side is an inspiration to me. You held on to that for better or worse and never let go. Bill picked an amazing lady, and the two of you together raised a strong, dedicated, driven man (that's you William). I'll never forget how proud Bill was when you, William, had a piece of your writing published. He came right over and shared the piece with us with a big smile on his face. Same thing when you were considering schools, job-shadowing, and when you were highlighted in the newspaper as being an excellent student. Love radiated out of your dad, he was puffed up with pride, and he made it known to anyone walking by just how deeply he cared about you. Dan and I are blessed to know your family. Everything seems all wrong without Bill sitting outside to greet us and keep an eye on the neighborhood. We grieve with you, continue to pray for you, and hope you find comfort in family, friends, and faith. Love to you, Margie and Dan
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Terry Sheehan posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2009
Melody... I was so sorry to hear of your tremendous loss of Bill . The two of you always had me in awe of how well you complimented each other . Bill was always such a surprise ...you never knew what he was going to say but you always knew it was going to get someone's attention . Many times he had me in stitches over his antics ! Never a dull moment ... not ever . You two were lucky to have found each other . I always looked forward to our yearly correspondance. It was clear that the two of you had created a wonderful life with William . Bill was lucky to have you as his constant rock . You balanced him well, or I should say you balanced each other well. I wish you and William all the best that life can bring you . I know Bill is watching over the two of you . And if you listen carefully ... I am sure you will continue to hear him in your memories and your hearts......... I am so glad to have know Bill . All my love , Terry Sheehan
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Joyce Varga Ott posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2009
Dear Mel, What a blessed women you are to have shared the kind of life with Bill, that you and others have described. I ache for you and your precious son, for your loss that cannot be put into words. Oh Mel, I am so pleased that you and I have managed to keep in touch through the years. I so hope our paths cross in this world again soon. I want to hug you and express my affection and condolences in person. Come see me and meet my dogs so you know what kind not to get. I love you, Joyce
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Michele Simpson posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2009
Dear Melody and Will, You have our deepest sympathy for your loss. May God keep you both and comfort you always. Lean on him for all your strength. He said, I Will Never Leave You nor Forsake You. He also said, My Strength is Your Refuge. Hold on tight to his promises. I will never forget the three (3) of us working together at General Motors in Tarrytown. Those memories we will always cherish. Love, Michele and Sons
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Rianna and Adam Fornwalt posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2009
Aunt Mel and Will, Its amazing to think about life, you never know who you will meet, what you will do, where you will be, when you will come and when you will go. Its hard for us to understand why somethings happen in life, but maybe its best that we don't. Uncle Bill was a great person, the memories I have of him range from completely terrifing to hilarious! I remember when I will little that we used to have these fights where he would yell and I would yell back at him, that was the start of my temper! Those trips to Cedar Point and Disney where I was so afraid to go in the motor home because uncle bill might be in there! ha ha Or to leave any time of candy wrapper around the house, because he ALWAYS found them and always lectured me about them! ha ha I think I was truly afraid of him until I reached my late teen years and started to understand his humor! He had one of the biggest hearts...I know Adam only knew him for a short time but I found it quite amusing how they had the same kind of awkward humor and seemed to get along really well. Im' also really glad that when you all came down that he got to see and hold Kaylee, that meant a lot to me. We all loved him dearly and miss him. God bless you both, you guys are in our prayers. We love you!
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His Mother-In-Law, Dorothy Schlereth posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2009
Melody & Will, Bill has been a good son-in-law to me. I appreciate the way he has helped Melody's sister and brother and nieces and nephews. He was very generous in his giving and always allowed Melody to give generously to her family. When I moved to Michigan I saw a change in his health, but did not realize how sick he really was. I was anticipating, hoping, and praying that he would get better. He never complained while he was sick and he allowed Melody to spend many hours with me in shopping for new furniture for my apartment, and didn't complain. He was a caring father and a caring husband. He loved his family. He will be missed and we all look forward to seeing him again one day in heaven.
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Susan Duch posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2009
Dear Melody and Will, We are praying for you during this difficult time, and know that your many wonderful memories will live on in your hearts forever. Love, Scott, Sue and Halina
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Mark, Donna, Eric, & Nicholas Krajewski posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2009
Mr. Bill-- It's hard to believe that you are no longer with us. Yours was such a booming presence that your absence only makes it harder for Mel and William. I pray they can find comfort in the fact that, to you, your wife was the best of the best, and you could not have been prouder of William. I think that God gave you such a strong personality so that you could always live on through them. I know that we will never forget you, and are glad that we met you back in 1995 when Eric and William started kindergarten together. Mark always appreciated your visits to the pharmacy over the years to bring us the latest news about William and his many great accomplishments. You had good reason to be proud. We will continue to pray for Mel and William, as the days are so long and hard to get through right now. They lost a real good husband and father, and the world lost a good man. Godspeed friend,
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Sophia and Scott Andrews posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2009
Dear Mel and Will, We were so sorry to hear of the death of Bill. Altadena Avenue will never be the same again. Who's going to watch the neighborhood now Lisa misses him so much. She was always talking about him - about how he'd be the first one out plowing everyone's walkway and driveway after a blizzard, or the things he'd say that would crack her up. She and Bill loved shouting out to each other, trading barbs and hurling gentle insults back and forth across the street. There were a few times that we visited Lisa, and we headed back home without seeing Bill. He did not like that at all and let Lisa know about it. So from then on it was pack the car, say goodbye to Lisa, back the car up to your driveway, and check-in with Bill before heading back to South Bend! I am so glad we did. Mel, we were so touched reading your beautiful note to Bill. We pray that God will send Will and you a special angel to watch over you, blessing you with comfort and love from His presence whenever you need it most. And Will, as you well know, your dad was so very proud of you. His face would just light up and glow whenever he talked about you. It was a beautiful thing to see. Goodbye, Bill. You are unforgettable. I can see you with your baseball cap, your grizzled face with a few days growth of beard, a cup of coffee in one hand and a burning cigarette in the other - a gruff exterior with a heart of gold, who was well-loved indeed.
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Amy Schlereth posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2009
Please know that I am praying for both you Melody and Will. My hope for you is that in time your hearts will heal this terrible loss and you will be able to keep Bill with you with all of your memories. Love, Amy
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Lisa Andrews posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2009
Dear Bill, I miss you. We all miss you. It breaks my heart to see that empty porch. There you would sit like a centinal, sitting guard over whole the neighborhood. You were our favorite sidewalk supervisor. As soon as someone started a project or had their hood up, you'd come down to see what was going on and joke with us while we worked. If you didn't piss us off at least once during a conversation, there was something wrong with our relationship! Yes, you were as politically incorrect as they come. But your heart was always in the right place. You were the first person to visit me after my diagnosis with MS. You would mow the lawn when one of the neighbors was newly divorced or widowed and then denied having done so. I remember thanking you in your kitchen for being a true blue friend. I told you that I loved you and said that I KNEW you were really a nice guy underneath all your toughness. You said, Ah Jeez... Don't let it get around. I look forward to seeing you in heaven. You'll probably be sitting on the front porch of the pearly gates, giving St. Peter a hard time.
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Lisa Andrews posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2009
Dear Mel and Will, Bill would be at my house talking to me while I was gardening out front, when he would suddenly spy his wife's car turn down the street. He would be off like a shot saying She's home. Bill would sometimes tell what he and Will were getting you for your birthday or anniversary. He was a real romantic at heart. Bill was so happy and proud to have you for a son. He would love to talk about your sports, your accomplishments and your future. Blanche's front porch will never be the same without Bill coming over to trade smartass comments or tell the latest jokes. He used to make Blanche laugh when he would come down to visit and just lean on her doorbell with one loud long blast of the buzzer. She always knew who had come to call. Bill was an acquired taste. He may have been misunderstood a lot. But he was genuinely appreciated by his family and friends. One of my favorite things to do was to slow my car and lower the window to shout out to Bill talking to a neighbor Is this man bothering you He would chuckle and wave me on. Bill brought this block together by meeting the neighbors one by one and offering his unique brand of friendship. Our neighborhood will forever miss his presence.
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Becky Stefanescu posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2009
Mel & Family I am so sorry for your loss, so unexpected. My prayers are with you; God bless you all. With love, Becky Stefanescu
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Jeanette Marshall (Jan) posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2009
Mel, William, family and friends, I had just met Bill about a year ago, and we soon became fast friends and counter critter buddies at Louies Country Kitchen. We laughed and talked about many things during our short visits. I loved when he would tell me about how much pressure it was being retired how hard it was with so much to do and not enough time and how I would hate being retired, when I would talk about retiring soon. So many good times we had. He was the highlight of my day when I would see him. I had hoped to be retired and be able to spend more time enjoying his company and sharing more oatmeal with him in the near furure but that was not to be. His memory will always be in my heart. My deepest sympathy to you and your family during this very difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Jeanette Marshall (Jan)
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Donna Moore posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2009
Dear Melody and William, Our love and prayers are with both of you right now, that God will grant you the comfort and peace that only he can give. We know that this will be a difficult time for both of you, but know that with the prayers and love from family and friends that God will see you through this time. We love you both, and know that we are thinking about you everyday. Hope to see you both some time soon. God Bless you both. Love and prayers, Ken, Donna and Christopher Moore
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Sharon Trombley posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2009
Mel and William, I will always remember Bill sitting at the counter having coffee in the morning and aggravating me. Bill was a dear friend. My Mom and Bill were also very close and I know that they are having coffee together now. I will dearly miss him!
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Karen & Larry Scarcella posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2009
My Dearest Melody and William, and family of Bill Dillon My deepest sympathy for you all. Bill will be well miss, but not forgot. He will be in all your hearts and minds. He was the nice person me and Larry ever known. We will keep you all in are prays. Love and Prays Karen & Larry Scarcella
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jayne decker posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2009
mel, what can i say there is not enough room nor time to give any one specific memory! i know greg and i still come up to each other and say whadda ya doin or maybe the time i stacked all the coffee cans on your porch the halloweens sitting on your porch with bill. the times he would pop in for coffee. the many fights i had with him...lol...as rough and tough as he TRIED to come across..there were several times i caught him with his guard down and he would surprise me and do something incredible... i admired you for being a saint and having the patience with him sometimes...but i know the love was there!!!! love you guys. jayne
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Manuel Dasilva posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2009
I still can see Bill on his coveralls fussing about anything and everything but ready to lend a hand and share his knowledge... My condolences to you and William. Manny
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Laura & MaryLou Johnson posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2009
To Mel and Will My deepest sympathy to you! May God comfort you at this time with loving memories of Bill. Jesus is Coming Soon and one day we will see Jesus face and be reunite with our love ones - take comfort in that. Love Laura, Marylou and family
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Marty, Denise, Angela and Adam posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2009
Mel and William, Our deepest sympathies to you both.
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