Adella J. (Rhode) Dillman

Adella Jean Dillman, 90, of Orwigsburg, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 9th at Seton Manor, surrounded by her loved ones.

Born in Pottsville on December 24, 1934, Adella was the daughter of the late Irvin A. and Viola M. (Hodgson) Rhode. She was the widow of Vernon F. Dillman, Sr.

Adella spent her entire life in Schuylkill County, working as a waitress at Roman Delight in the Fairlane Village Mall and other local eateries. She was known there — and everywhere she went — for her kindness, her smile, and her quick wit. She had a warm presence and an infectious laugh that made people feel at ease.

Family was at the center of Adella’s life. She is survived by her daughter, Christine; her sons, Brian and Tony; and her brother, Raymond. She also leaves behind grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and a large extended family she deeply loved.

She was preceded in death by her children Sharon, Linda, Scott, Gary, George, and Vernon and her siblings Bob, Bud, Dolly, Jack, Charlie, and Ethel Mae. 

A religious service will be held at 10:00 AM on Tuesday, December 16th, at Hamilton-Breiner Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc. in Orwigsburg, with Rev. Brian Reading officiating. Visitation will begin at 9:00 AM. Interment at Zion’s Red Church Cemetery will be private.

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