Robert "Tim" Dillon

Robert "Tim" Dillon, age 73, of Brimley, Michigan passed away early Wednesday morning, May 15, 2019, at his home. Tim was born on March 3, 1946, in Birmingham, Michigan to the late Roger and Anne (Derleth) Dillon. He graduated from Central Catholic High School in Ft. Wayne, Indiana and continued his education at Purdue University where he earned an associate's degree in electrical engineering technology. Tim served his country in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam War as an airplane mechanic. On June 20, 1987, he married Roberta "Birdi" Eikey in Brimley, Michigan. He was a member of the American Legion and he attended Blessed Kateri Tekakwitha Church. Tim worked for Magnavox in Ft. Wayne before moving to Brimley to run his own country store. He then went to work for the Michigan Dept. of Corrections where he retired after 24 years. Tim's favorite thing to do was go snowmobiling. He enjoyed working on engines, camping, traveling, and watching NASCAR. He was very proficient in his knowledge of muscle cars. He loved anything to do with airplanes and would spend hours at airplane museums and aircraft graveyards. He also enjoyed his train set which he had since the age of seven. He enjoyed fall time and nature. Tim is survived by his wife: Roberta "Birdi" Ann Dillon; daughter: Michelle (Matthew) Freel; step-children: Robert Goldade and Megan Hodges; grandchildren: Kyle (Noelle) Dillon, Jordan (Kathleen) Dillon, Jerrod (Taylor Perkins) Dillon, Angelynn Bumstead, and Connor Freel; and great-grandchildren: Jexton Dillon and Harper Dillon. Tim is also survived by his siblings: Susan (Donald) Murphy and Thomas Dillon; and many nieces and nephews. Tim was preceded in death by his parents; two sisters: Sarah (Donald) Thornton, and Judy (Daniel) Morsches; a nephew: Scott Morsches; and a great-niece: Amanda Morsches. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 AM on Thursday, May 30, 2019, at Blessed Kateri Tekakwitha Church with Brother John Hascall as celebrant. Friends may call at the church from 10:00 AM until the time of service. Memorials may be left to Hospice of the EUP.

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Robert "Tim" Dillon

March 3, 1946 - May 15, 2019