Rodney H. Dillon, 70, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away on October 6th, 2023, at his home, where he was surrounded by his loving family.

 

Rodney was born on May 5th, 1953, in Charleston, WV to Darwin Dillon and Nora (Pettry) Bannwart.

 

On November 5th, 1977, in La Porte, IN, he married Carol Beattie who survives. Also surviving are his 3 children, Jackie (Jason) Kaminski of La Porte, Nickholas (Jamie) Dillon of La Porte, and Corey (Meagan) Dillon of Riverview, FL; 4 beloved grandchildren, Rylie and Jaxon Kaminski, Emma Dillon, and Camden Dillon; brother, Terry (Nancy) Dillon; 2 nephews, Scott (Lindsey) Dillon and Bill (Sarah) Dillon; and special dogs, Smokie and Ellie.

 

He was preceded in death by his parents.

 

Rodney was an owner-operator truck driver for many years.  He loved fast cars and boats.  Rodney looked forward to the winter season when he could snowmobile with his children.  Most importantly, Rodney enjoyed his family and the memories created with them.

 

A  Graveside Service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, October 14th, 2023, at Door Village Cemetery with Pastor Dennis Meyer officiating.  Following the service, a Celebration of Life Service will be held at the Dillon home. 

 

Memorial donations may be made in Rodney's honor to The Center for Hospice Care, 111 Sunnybrook Court, South Bend, IN 46601.

 

Condolences may be shared with the family on www.cutlercares.com.