Jesse Sanford Dillard, 75, husband of Brenda Irene Duren Dillard, died Wednesday, June 28, 2017. Born in Oglethorpe County, he was the son of the late Delmer Dillard and Eddie Kelly Dillard. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by two sisters: Sara Dale Carter and Jane Kay Cheek. Jesse retired from the EPA (Colliers-Keanan), served in the US Army, was a licensed pilot and worked in heating & air, electrical and as a mechanic. He enjoyed yard work, gardening and was former Scout Master for Boy Scout Troup 44. Survivors include two sons: Steve Stanley and Byron Dillard; brother: Jared Dillard: grandchildren: Sydney Stanley, Aiden Stanley and Parker Dillard. Lord & Stephens East is in charge of arrangements. www.lordandstephens.com

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