Joel Blaine Dilday Obituary

Name: Celebration of life
Start: 2026-01-24T16:00:00
End: 2026-01-24T16:00:00
Location: Heritage Baptist Church

The memory of Joel Blaine Dilday of Saint Johns, Michigan, born in Martin, Tennessee, who passed away on December 20, 2025 at the age of 87, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

As Joel departs from this earthly realm, his essence lingers — a whisper on the wind, a ripple on the water — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of life and death. Though Joel may no longer walk beside us, his spirit lives on in the memories and the legacy Joel leaves behind.

He was predeceased by: his wife Elaine Lou Kinney. He is survived by: his son Randy; his grandson Justin; and his sisters, Marsha, Betty, Judy and Diane.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Smith Family Funeral Homes

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January 23, 2026

Sharon Fitzpatrick wrote a sympathy message

“In loving memory of Joel Blaine Dilday, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. We will miss you Cousin. With Love Sharon Fitzpatrick”

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Heritage Baptist Church
1380 E Round Lake Rd, DeWitt, MI 48820

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