John F. Dillard

John F. Dillard, 86, entered into heaven on Tuesday, March 22, 2016.

John was born on August 1, 1929 in Rome, Georgia to the late Henry F. and Omie Hicks Dillard. He was a dedicated member of Gateway Fellowship Church of God where he served on the pastor's council. John was employed in Civil Service at Robins Air Force Base until his retirement. He then worked as a locksmith for Langley Lock and Key and All Secure for many years. John enjoyed music, fishing, visiting the Smokie Mountains, and reading Western Novels. However, his greatest joy was found in family and most particularly in being an adoring "Pawpaw" to his 9 beloved grandchildren and 21 great-grandchildren.

Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Joe Dillard and sister, Ruby Montague.

His memory will forever be treasured by his loving wife of 54 years, Thelma Eloise Dillard of Warner Robins; children, Steve George of Atlanta; David George (Angie) of Acworth; Sandra Smith (David) of Kathleen; Donna Snider of Warner Robins; grandchildren, Stephanie Axtman, Brian Holt (Frances), Joe Giordano (Carrie), Stephen George, Jr., Brandon George (Kasie), Alan Smith (Carla), Amanda Soles (Derick), Jason Snider (Tricia), Todd Snider; 21 great-grandchildren; and sisters, Ruth Sharpe of Rome; Shirley Smith of Villa Rica; and Faye Padgett of Carrollton.

Visitation with John's family will be Friday, March 25, 2016 from 7:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at McCullough Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, March 26, 2016 in the Chapel of McCullough. Immediately following the service, John will be laid to rest in Magnolia Park Cemetery.

The family will accept flowers or donations may be given in memory of John F. Dillard to David George World Ministries, PMB-G 3330 Cobb Pkwy #324, Acworth, Ga 30101 or Gateway Fellowship Church of God, 6531 Skipper Rd., Macon, Ga 31216.

Funeral Home:
McCullough Funeral Home
417 S. Houston Lake Rd.
Warner Robins, GA
US 31088