OBIT: James Francis DILLON, 1952, Garden Heights, Altoona, Blair County, PA

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JAMES FRANCIS DILLON

Of 400 Bellview street, Garden Heights, died unexpectedly at his home 
at 6.15 o'clock last evening.  He was born in New York city May 9, 
1878, a son of William and Mary (Kelley) Dillon.  Mr. Dillon was a 
plumber by trade and was employed by the Pennsylvania railroad until 
his retirement in 1945, after 29 years of service.  He was a member of 
St. John's Catholic church, Lakemont, and a member of the Fraternal 
Order of Eagles.  He had been a resident of Altoona 38 years.  
Surviving are his wife, Catherine; three sons, William of Englewood, N. 
J., Edward of Altoona, and Joseph of Gallitzin, and three 
grandchildren.  One son, James, died four years ago.  Friends will be 
received at the N. A. Stevens mortuary after 7 o'clock this evening.

Altoona Mirror, June 25, 1952

Note: James F. Dillon's mother's maiden name is listed as Hannah Lang 
on both of his marriage certificates.