James Dillard Jr. Obituary
With solemn reverence, we commemorate James Dillard Jr. in Detroit, Michigan, born in Pontotoc, Mississippi, whose life came to an end on January 16, 2026 at the age of 78, leaving behind cherished memories. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of James Dillard Jr. to show support.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Louise M. Cobb-Dillard and James L Dillard, Sr.; his grandparents, John Percy Cobb and Jessie Martin Cobb; his brother John McShane; and his daughter Candice Dillard.
He is survived by: his daughter Catrina Harris (Bwana); his granddaughter Candra Dillard; his sibling Bobbie (Ida); his aunts, Lena Bradley and Catherine Doze; his companion Mable Russ; and his former wife Janice Pegram. He is also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, members of Prices Run, Chrysler colleagues, and many other long standing friends.
