On Monday morning, August 17, 2020, Dillon Holmes left this earth as the heavens opened up and welcomed the most beautiful man of all time.
Known to many as “the Dill”, he was born in Monterey, CA on September 4, 1982. He embraced a passionate life with a fearless sense of humor. He was an original Montana character who cherished his origins, the Monterey Peninsula.
At an early age Dillon was drawn to music, fishing and his family. Family members as well as friends, old and new, enjoyed his company. An adventurer at heart, he traveled the United States, Europe, and Mexico with his mother, Bridgette Mazurek, and his cousins. He loved Montana, Monterey, and Barcelona, Spain.
Above all he was a father to his precious son, Trizten King Jessie James Mazurek, age 2. In 2017 he met Katherine Cora Burgess and fell in love. Knowing his desire for a family of his own, Dillon and Katherine became the proud parents the love of his life, Baby Trizten.
He attended Helena elementary schools, Central and HMS, and graduated from Helena High in 2001. He studied at Helena College and the University of Montana at Dillon.
Dillon was known for his exceptional cooking skills and worked at “On Broadway” as a chef for over 12 years. He was an amazingly talented Carpenter and worked side-by-side with his father, David Mazurek, building and remodeling homes in Helena and Monterey. One of his fondest memories was working on the home of Ducky and Denise O’Toole in Carmel, CA. He also remodeled and repainted the entire Mazurek mansion at 702 Madison, Helena.
Dillon loved water. His skills at fishing and floating many Montana Rivers were unparalleled. He often thought of himself as “Paul” or Brad Pitt from the “River Runs Through It”. He was a fierce San Francisco 49er’s fan and Michael Jordan was his sport’s hero #23. Dillon won over everyone he met with his infectious smile.
Passionate about Rock & Roll, he lived to attend concerts, listen to, and write music. Dillon has a playlist that ranges from Led Zeppelin, to Sinatra, to Willie Nelson, Debussy.
Survivors include his son, Trizten King of Helena, his step son Sylus of Helena, and his partner Katherine Burgess of Clancy. He leaves behind his father, David Mazurek and his mother Bridgette Mazurek of Helena. Dillon was “The Cousin” to several cousins including Jaela (Tony) Nuovo of Los Angeles, Paris Lohman of Monterey, Joseph Lohman of Monterey, Paige Viera of Missoula, Joselyn (Rob) Lawlor of Portland, OR, Harrison (Jamie) Viera of San Antonio, TX, Alivia Ussery of Helena, Justus Holmes of San Mateo, CA, Brett Thomas of San Mateo, CA, Jack Thomas of San Mateo, CA on his mother’s side. On his father’s side cousins included Tom (Katie) Mazurek of Bozeman, Jeff (Danielle) Mazurek of Helena, Dan (Melissa) Mazurek of Helena, Denise (Jerry) Jordon of Butte, Colleen (Chris) McCowan of Mead, WA, Ryan(Laurel) Mazurek of Bozeman, Mike(Cheryl) Mazurek of Snohomish, WA, Brian(Lacey) of Big Sur, CA, Chris(Melissa) Mazurek of Portland, OR, Joe Hagey of Chicago, Il, Sarah(Derek) Sullivan of Fairbanks, AK, Katherine(Travis) Shaft of Minneapolis, KS, Robert Wighs of Fairbanks, AK, He leaves behind many amazing great nieces and nephews.
Dillon was nephew to Bill (Joanne) Holmes of Helena, Vickie (Steve) Lohman of Helena, Daniel Proul of Spokane, WA, Shelly Proul of Portland, OR, Heather Holmes of San Mateo, CA, Jennifer Holmes of San Mateo, CA, William Holmes of San Francisco, and Zachary Holmes of Bozeman on his mother’s side. On his father’s side he leaves behind Patty Mazurek of Helena, Byron (Sue) Mazurek of Butte, Charles (Skoge) of Clancy, Bill Mazurek of Portland, Sonja (John) Hagey of Fairbanks, AK and Nancy Mazurek of Fairbanks, AK.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents Tom and Jane Mazurek, uncle Joe Mazurek, Ben and Lucille Holmes, aunt Julie, aunt Sally and Steve Lohman.
Services for Dillon will be held on Friday September 4, 2020 at Clarks Bay Marina, Lakeside at 3 p.m. Please practice social distancing and bring a mask. Memorials in Dillon’s name can be made to gofundme.com Dillon Mazurek Memorial (organized by Zachary Holmes)
Please observe social distancing and COVID restrictions. Immediate family only. A celebration of life for all next summer.
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Jason A. Mc Nees says
You will be greatly missed Dillon. Much love Cousin.
Jason A. Mc Nees says
:yellow_heart:
Kaysee Curley says
I’m so sorry to hear the passing of my long time friend. Send loving prayers and hugs to all his family and loved ones.
Kaysee Curley (Williams)
From Tara Logelin Sportsman says
From Tara Logelin Sportsman purchased the Garden Accent Stone – ‘Wherever a beautiful soul…’ for the family of Dillon H Mazurek.
Jean and Keith Logelin says
Jean and Keith Logelin purchased the Garden Accent – When someone you love… for the family of Dillon H Mazurek.
Judith Curtiss says
We are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers and thoughts to the Dillon Mazurek family. Ron & Judy Curtiss
jan pepin says
Nothing that I can say can come close to expressing how it feels to lose someone as precious as a son. I remember Dillon as a 3rd grader so bright and fun to be around. What a tragic loss. Love, Jan Pepin
Connie Wheeler says
So, so sorry for your loss Dave and Bridgette. Dillon will always be remembered. Thoughts and Prayers to the family. Katie, Sammi, Connie Wheeler.
Connie Wheeler says
So, so sorry for your loss. Dillon will always be remembered. Thoughts and Prayers to the family. Katie, Sammi, Connie Wheeler.
Anonymous says
Peace, Prayers, & Blessings- Yellow and White was purchased for the family of Dillon H Mazurek.
Deborah Sibbitt says
To David & all of the Mazurek family. We are so sorry for your loss. Dillon was a great guy, a hard worker, & a wonderful Dad. We enjoyed knowing him. He & the Mazurek family are in our thoughts & prayers.
Sincerely, Randy & Debby Sibbitt, & family.
Jeanette Van Meter says
It’s difficult to express how sad we are for the Mazurek family. Hopefully the beautiful memories you have with Dillon will help you heal. We are thinking of you.
Jim, Jeanette, Vicki and Vince Van Meter
Denise O’Toole says
To all of the family: I’m so so sorry and sad and have been thinking of all of you all day. I remember Dillon as a baby and young adult and his love of life and love of family most of all. We have his baby picture in our house and also for a decade in Ducky’s wallet with as many of the cousin’s also :)) Life is not fair – today of all days we send you our love and support and hope that strengthens you all in the coming days.
elizabeth S Proulx says
He spoke of fond memories of working at the house and you guys, from the family…our love to you Shelly V
Joy & Mike McGrath says
To David and all the Mazurek family, our sincere sympathy to you all. We were all very sad to learn of Dillon’s passing and continue to think of you through this difficult time. Treasure all your memories.
The McGrath family – Mike, Joy, Pat and Chris
Marilyn Weaver Lewis says
I am so sorry to learn of Dillon’s passing. I only spoke to him once several years ago about our genealogy and was impressed by his enthusiasm and warmth. We have lost a wonderful young man. My heart goes out to you. Your cousin, Marilyn