Patricia Ann Dillon, age 80, of Lucas, Ohio passed away at her home on Monday, October 12, 2026, with her loving family at her side.
She was born on December 30, 1945, in Mansfield, Ohio to the late Fred and Margaret (Hawks) Dillon. Patricia was a zookeeper at the Columbus Zoo for numerous years. She was a past member of the Choraliers in Nashville, Tennessee. Patricia was an accomplished writer, songwriter, singer, and artist. She had two records recorded. Patricia was a free spirit who loved life her way. At the age of 28, she quit her job, cashed in her retirement and savings and toured the Western United States for 2 months in her 1967 Volkswagen Bug, her pet monkey and a tent.
She is survived by her sisters, Melanie (Terry Cheney) Sinclair, Christine (Greg) Allen; her brother Brian (Vonda) Dillon; her sister-in-law Linda Dillon; her brother-in-law Bernie Sinclair; numerous nieces and nephews; and her feline companion Cammie.
In addition to her parents, Patricia was preceded in death by her brother David Dillon.
Friends may call on Monday, October 19, 2026, from 5-6pm at the Snyder Funeral Home in Loudonville. The family will observe a private interment at Greenlawn Cemetery in Perrysville.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to: Ashland or Richland County Animal Shelter or any animal reserve.
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The Snyder Funeral Home – Loudonville Chapel is honored to serve the family of Patricia Ann Dillon.
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