James E. Dillon Paducah, Kentucky Obituary

James E. Dillon

James E. Dillon, 64, of Paducah, KY passed away at 10:50 a.m. Tuesday, November 24, 2020 at Baptist Health Paducah. He was born in Paducah, KY on September 15, 1956 to the late Gayle William Dillon and Pauline Buchanon Dillon. James was a Patient Care Technician for Baptist Health Paducah Emergency Department. He was a member of Temple Baptist Church and attended Salt & Light Community Church. James enjoyed bowling and fishing. He was an avid Kentucky Wildcat Basketball Fan and a Kansas City Chiefs fan. James is survived by his wife of 40 years, Cindy Keller Dillon; son, James “Butch” Dillon of Paducah, KY; step-daughters, Carol Courtney and husband, Joey of Paducah, KY and Amanda Augustus of Murfreesboro, TN; sisters, Ann Lane and Shirley Ayers both of Panama City, FL; brothers, Michael Dillon, Sr. and wife, Carol and John David Dillon both of Louisville, KY; grandson, Austin Augustus of Paducah, KY; three great grandsons and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by three sisters, Carolyn Griffin, Nancy Self and Retha Jones; nephew, Michael W. Dillon, Jr. and his parents. Private funeral services will be held at Milner & Orr Funeral Home of Paducah with Rev. Mike Nolen officiating. Burial will follow at Maplelawn Park Cemetery. Private family visitation will be held at Milner & Orr Funeral Home of Paducah. We appreciate your help in maintaining state mandated Covid restrictions. This includes wearing a mask and maintaining the minimum six feet of distancing within our facility at all times. During this difficult time of Covid, you may show your support by joining the “Hugs from Home” program where your message will be attached to a balloon in the chapel to remind the family of your love and support. Please go to www.milnerandorr.com to send a hug. You may leave a message of sympathy and light a candle at www.milnerandorr.com.
September 15, 1956 - November 24, 202009/15/195611/24/2020
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November 29, 2020
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December 2, 2020
Sender Name Bre'ann Davert Message Sending love and light. May your comfort be in your memories and special moments near to your heart, always and forever.
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November 30, 2020
Sender Name Sasha Phillips & Family Message Words cannot express what your family must be going through during such a difficult, sad & personal time in your lives, however please accept my family’s most warm & heartfelt condolences to your entire family! Please know tha... Continue Reading
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Hugs From Home
November 30, 2020
Sender Name Amanda Augustus Message What a blessing you were for our family. Thank you for loving us so much. You will forever be missed.
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Hugs From Home
November 30, 2020
Sender Name Cindy Dillon Message Wait on me!
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November 30, 2020
Sender Name Carol Courtney Message Everyday you wake up you’re a chief!! XOXO
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November 30, 2020
Sender Name Chuck Paisley Sr. Message My Condolences to family. I went to school with him.
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Hugs From Home
November 30, 2020
Sender Name Chris Perhealth Message You were the epitome of what a man, husband, father represents and you will be dearly missed by many. Rest in heaven Paw Paw
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November 30, 2020
Sender Name James and Carrie Childers Message Love and Prayers. Rest in Peace
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Hugs From Home
November 30, 2020
Sender Name Jessie Sells Message James was so deeply loved. He touched so many lives and I hope that one day his family and loved ones can find comfort in the memories they’ve shared. When I was a little girl, I used to release ballons to my papa so he could throw a part... Continue Reading
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Hugs From Home
November 30, 2020
Sender Name Chuck Paisley Sr Message I would like to send my condolences to Mr Dillon family and friends. I new him when we went to school. Again I am sorry for your lost.
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