Ellsworth James Dillard

Ellsworth James Dillard, 66, of Bentleyville, died February 7, 2024, in Penn Highlands-Mon Valley Hospital. He was born October 14, 1957, in Washington, a son of the late Neal Anderson Dillard, Sr., and Wanda Cole Dillard. Mr. Dillard worked as a laborer in local factories. He enjoyed writing, drawing, and giving motivational talks to people. A Christian, his faith was very important to him Surviving are four children, Deatrice Dillard Davis (John), Kassie Dillard, Angela Birdy, and Billy Dillard; two sisters, Patricia Dillard and Bobetta Dillard; and many nieces and nephews. Deceased are a sister, Diane Woods Dillard, and a brother, Neal Dillard, Jr. Friends will be received on Wednesday, February 14th, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., the time of service, in William G. Neal Funeral Homes, Ltd., 925 Allison Avenue, Washington.