Mark H. Dillehay

Mark H. Dillehay, Vietnam veteran, accomplished hunter, successful fisherman, avid marksman, and golf enthusiast passed away on Friday, June 23, 2023, three days in advance of his 78th birthday. He courageously fought two wars; Vietnam and cancer.

Mark was a retired commercial painter. He impressed people throughout his life with his gift of storytelling, and his hilarious method of sharing jokes followed by bouts of hearty laughter. He was well known for his ability to lavish praise on folks for completing a job well done. He was faithful in his prayer life and loved Jesus. He was a man who knew exactly what he liked, he was old school, patriotic, and a true southern gentleman.

Sgt. Mark H. Dillehay served in the Vietnam War 1967-1968 in the 187th Infantry Battalion, 101st Airborne Division. He proudly displayed 14 flags at his residence for the friends he served with in combat who did not make it home.

He loved SEC football, tackling home projects around his lil' slice of paradise (Home in Hohenwald), traveling within the USA (Glacier National Park was the most beautiful destination), cruising in his Corvette, gardening and hanging out with family and friends. His weekly outings to Burger King with his Church family were always a highlight.Originally from Nashville, Mark was preceded in death by his parents Mark and Juanita Dillehay and his sister Nancy Kuehl. He was also preceded in death by his beloved wife of 25 years, Cathy and his two canine angels; Dixie and Zip.

He is survived by two daughters in the Middle Tennessee area; Pam Little (her husband, Tom) and Tammy Benoit. He is also survived by two brothers: Terry Dillehay (wife, Gloria) and Darrell Dillehay (wife, Teresa) and special friend, Kate Crowder.

Adair Funeral Home is assisting with arrangements.

Celebration of Life Services followed by a meal Saturday, July 8, 2023 11 a.m. at Lomax Church of Christ Christian Services Center in Hohenwald.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Lomax Church of Christ or to the Disabled American Veterans.