Marie Terese Dillman

Marie Terese Dillman, 89

Marie Dillman of Roundup, MT passed away Tuesday, September 17, 2019, at TLC in Roundup. Marie was born April 25, 1930, in Philadelphia, PA, the daughter of Amelia and Paul Lind.

In 1953 she married the love of her life, Richard Dillman, a drill instructor in the Marine Corps. They married in Philadelphia and during his years of service with the Marines they were stationed across the United States while raising 7 children. They settled in Roundup in 1979 where they spent their remaining years.

After her youngest graduated high school, Marie, at age 57, attended Eastern Montana College where she earned her degree in early childhood development. After graduating, she worked with infants at Kid Kollege in Billings for 6 years. After she retired, she stayed home and enjoyed her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She was happiest surrounded by family and friends and loved referring to her home as “The Gathering Place.

”Marie is survived by 7 children, 15 grandchildren, and 22 great grandchildren.

Mass of the Resurrection will be on October 19, 2019, at 11:00 at St. Benedict’s Catholic Church in Roundup. A luncheon will be served following the mass in the church basement. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Convent of Divine Love, 2212 Green St., Philadelphia PA 19130.