Rosie Dillon

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Rosie Dillon, who departed from this world on March 17, 2024, at BridgePointe Health Campus. Rosie was born on June 10, 1932, in Freelandville, IN the daughter of Oscar and Matilda (Snyder) Kirk. Rosie married Rhodrick Dillon on November 22, 1949, and he preceded her in death on August 23, 1987.

Rosie was a cherished member of First Baptist Church, where she greatly enjoyed her Sunday School Class. She found joy in sewing, crafts, music and exploring different parts of the country through travel. She also cherished the friendships she established through the years with the residents and staff at BridgePointe. Above all, her heart was always fullest when she was surrounded by her children and grandchildren.

She is survived by her loving daughter, Helen Seirp and her significant other Scott Ledbetter of Vincennes; son, Bruce Dillon and his wife Judi of Elnora, IN; brother, Robert Kirk and his wife Beth of Madison, IN; her grandchildren, Brad Dillon and his wife Shannon, Nick Hagemeier and his wife Molly, Becca Ward and her husband Brian, Brandi Roark, Jawna Graniti and her husband Michael, Rod Emmons and his wife Betsy, Robert Emmons, Tamya Gould, David Britton, Dan Britton, Julie Whitlow and her husband Doug; several great grandchildren; daughter-in-law, Debbie Shepherd and her husband Steve; step-daughters, June Davis of Eubank, KY, Mary Britton of Avon, IN, as well as several nieces and nephews. Rosie is preceded in death by her parents, Oscar and Sarah Matilda Kirk, her son, Rodger Dillon and her siblings, Clarence, Jerry, Oscar, Gib, Imogene, Audrey, Glenna and Bruce.

A Funeral Service in honor of Rosie will be held at Goodwin-Sievers Funeral Home, 524 Broadway, Vincennes, IN 47591 on March 21, 2024, at 1:00 pm. Prior to the service, a public viewing will take place at the same location starting at 11:00 am. Rosie will be laid to rest next to her husband Rhodrick in Oaktown Cemetery.

In memory of Rosie, we invite all who knew her to join us in celebrating her life and cherishing the memories we shared with her. She will forever remain in our hearts and minds. May she rest in peace. Online memories may be shared with Rosie's family and friends at www.goodwinsieversfh.com. Goodwin-Sievers Funeral Home is privileged and honored to be entrusted with the care of Rosie and her family. Rosie's family has requested memorial contributions in her honor be made to First Baptist Church, 2625 Wabash Avenue, Vincennes, IN 47591 or Good Samaritan Hospice, 601 S. 9th Street, Vincennes, IN 47591.