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Roy Scott Dillon (1962 – 2023)

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Roy Scott Dillon, 61, of Front Royal, Virginia, passed away on Wednesday, December 27, 2023, at his home after a lengthy illness.

Roy Scott Dillon

Mr. Dillon was born on September 28, 1962, in Washington Township, Pennsylvania, to the late John Pierce and Grace Lee Gardner Dillon. He was also preceded in death by his brother, John Melrose Dillon, and three sisters, Cathy Riley, Eileen Britt, and Kellen Kurdilla.

He will be greatly missed by his surviving sisters, Kimberly Cabrido (Anthony) of Lancaster, California, Lauri Tallant (Tom) of Front Royal, Virginia, and Beth Dillon of Belle Vernon, Pennsylvania; his best friend and brother-in-law Tom Tallant, his beloved Shih tzu, Milla and his many friends at Rural King, Front Royal as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

Mr. Dillon was a veteran of the United States Navy, where he served on the USS Flatley FFG-21. He was most proud of his veteran status and loved serving his country as a member of the U.S. Navy.

His hobbies included hiking/walking the trails around his home, woodworking, and kayaking.

A memorial service will be held at a later date in Pennsylvania

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Humane Society of Warren County, 1245 Progress Drive, Front Royal, Virginia 22630.