Ed Dillard

Ed Dillard, 69, was born May 21st, 1942 to Leonard and Marjorie Dillard and was the second of three children. Bro. D went to meet his Saviour on February 18th, 2012 at 5:02 A.M. at Kindred Hospital in Green Cove Springs, Florida. He was preceded in death by his parents and his only son, Mark Edwin Dillard. Survivors include his wife of over fifty years, Johnnie Ruth; his two daughters: Stacy, married to James Thurman; and Jennilyn, married to Matt McMullin. Also missing him dearly are his pride and joy, his grandchildren: Aja Thurman-22, Austin Thurman-13, Alex Thurman-12, Jack McMullin-6 and Luke McMullin-4. Mr. Dillard is also survived by his brother Don Dillard, married to Mildred; and his sister Judy Legate, married to Maurice; all who reside in Springfield, Missouri; many nieces and nephews including Rebecca Hinz, married to Donnis; who resides in Orange Park, Florida and is like a daughter to him. Ed Dillard was an active member of Calvary Baptist Church for over 11 years. He loved his church family so much. The pastor, Dr. Ken Pledger and Sunday School teacher, Bro. Marvin Chaffin were dear friends to him. The Memorial Service will be at 3:00 p.m. Saturday, February 25th, 2012 at Calvary Baptist Church, 1532 Long Bay Road, Middleburg, Florida. Officiating the service will be Pastor Ken Pledger. Arrangements under the direction of Broadus-Raines Funeral Home, 501 Spring St. Green Cove Springs, FL 32043, (904)284-4000.