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Herbert Phelps Dillon II

1944 - 2018

Herbert Phelps Dillon II obituary, 1944-2018, Charleston, SC

BORN

1944

DIED

2018

FUNERAL HOME

J. Henry Stuhr Mount Pleasant Chapel

1494 Mathis Ferry Road

Mount Pleasant, South Carolina

Herbert Dillon Obituary

Herbert Phelps Dillon, II Mt. Pleasant - Herbert Phelps Dillon II, age 73, passed away at his home in Mount Pleasant surrounded by his family on January 26, 2018. He was born in Martinsville, VA, on December 27, 1944, to Herbert Phelps Dillon and Helen (Janulis) Dillon. He graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University with a degree in Interior Design and, with the Viet Nam war raging, immediately enlisted in the Army as a medic. After his tour of duty he worked at Radford College as a designer and was later promoted to business manager. However, his first love was interior design. While vacationing in Litchfield he saw an ad for an interior designer at Southeastern Galleries and immediately applied for the position. He was employed there for almost forty years, retiring two years ago. He loved his work and he loved his clients, developing close friendships with many of them. He is survived by Theresa, his wife of 47 years, his children, Nikolaus Dillon (Deanne) of Mechanicsville, VA; Angela Dillon of Mt. Pleasant; one brother, Stanley Dillon of Martinsville, VA; three sisters Brenda Fastabend (Bill) of Lynchburg, VA; Camellia Joyce (J.B.) of Severna Park, MD; and Karen Dillon of Richmond Virginia; two granddaughters, Olivia and Isabelle Dillon; plus ten nieces and nephews. Phelps was a kind and gentle soul and will by missed by all who knew him. A memorial service will be announced at a later time. Contributions can be made in his memory to The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research, P.O. Box 5014, Hagerstown, MD 21741-5014 or to the Alzheimer's Association SC Chapter, 2090 Executive Hall Road, suite 130, Charleston, SC 29407. Arrangements by J. HENRY STUHR, INC., MOUNT PLEASANT CHAPEL. Visit our guestbook at www.legacy.com/obituaries/ charleston

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Jan. 29 to Jan. 30, 2018.

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Phil Butler

June 1, 2018

Oh, my. I had the distinct privilege of working with Phelps on quite a few of his projects. He was among the most professional and kindest souls I've ever met. He used to call me his "Polo painter," for the fact I liked wearing nice shirts to paint his vivid reds and golds onto finely sanded walls.

As a designer, he had no equal when it came to seeing how texture and color would bring out the spirit of a room or place. But it was his generous and kind heart that endeared him to me. There were many hard times when if not for Phelps I am sure my family would have suffered. He always found projects for talented people and was thoughtful of everyone.

I was so sad to hear this news. My sincere condolences and prayers go out to his wonderful, talented, and kind wife Theresa, the family, and his friends. The world was a far better place for his having lived in it with all of us. May God keep and bless the gentle souls who walk among us. Till we meet again my old friend.

Always,
Phil

Karen Currin

February 1, 2018

I worked with Phelps at Southern Galleries. He was a very kind spirit.
Heaven will be even more Beautiful!

Jean Lang

January 31, 2018

We loved Phelps and have always loved him. We moved to Mt. Pleasant about the same time he did and were so very fortunate to meet him at Southeastern Galleries. Throughout all of these years he has been a wonderful friend who guided us in not only furnishing our home but in many other aspects of our lives. He was always so patient with us, though we were probably his most indecisive clients!! He was one of the kindest, finest people we will ever know. We are filled with sadness to learn of his passing. Jean and Pearon Lang

JOHN and Kathy MCLAURIN

January 30, 2018

So sorry to hear of the passing of your beloved husband, father and grandfather. If we can do anything for you, please let us know. Love and prayers for you all.

teka mclaurin

January 30, 2018

sorry for your loss

R. Allen Young

January 29, 2018

Theresa and Family:

I was so saddened to learn of the passing of your dear husband, father and brother. Please accept my sincerest sympathy.

As you know, I had the pleasure of coming to know Phelps a number of years ago through the Cannon and Cooper family at Southeastern Galleries. Without hesitation, I can say that I always liked Phelps: he was a most talented designer, a consummate professional at all times, and truly a sincere and good person.

God bless Phelps and God bless you and your family.

Sincerely------Allen Young

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1494 Mathis Ferry Road, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464

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