Name: William "Bill" J. Dillon Date: June 27th, 1930 - January 27th, 2010 Obituary: Albany-William J. Dillon, 79, was called into Eternal Life by the Lord on Wednesday, January 27, 2010, with his loving family at his side. Born in Albany, he was the son of the late William and Anna Lynch Dillon. Bill was a lifetime resident of Albany, and was a graduate of Christian Brothers Academy and the College of Saint Rose. After serving in the United States Air Force, he began working for New York Telephone, retiring in 1991 after 38 years of service. In his retirement, Bill enjoyed golfing, bowling,and reading. He also cherished spending time with his family. He was the beloved husband for 47 years of Ann Cocca Dillon; dear father of Patrick Dillon; brother of Margie Shields Witko; son-in-law of Mary Cocca and the late Patrick Cocca; brother-in-law of Rosemary Sheldon, and the late William Shields and Frank Witko; uncle of Stephanie Hendrick (Dean), Amy Zuchelkowski (Brian), Patrick Sheldon (Ashley Jolissaint), and Lynn Shields McNamara; great uncle of Matthew, Christopher, Benjamin, Brian, Megan and Kristen. Relatives and friends are invited to St. Pius X Church, Loudonville Tuesday, February 2, 2010 at 11:00 am where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated. Those wishing to remember Bill in a special way may send a contribution to Ronald McDonald House, 139 South Lake Ave, Albany, NY 12208 (www.rmhcofalbany.org). To leave Ann, Patrick or other family members a special message on their Guest Book; obtain a Prayer Card or directions; or share a photo or E-Card with them please visit www.McveighFuneralHome.com Memorials: Ronald McDonald House, 139 South Lake Ave, Albany, NY 12208 (www.rmhcofalbany.org). Services: 11:00AM at St. Pius X Church on Tuesday, February 2nd, 2010 (map/driving directions)