The family of Dillon Ryan Kelly is deeply saddened to announce his passing on June 14th, 2026. Born on November 18th, 1992, in Saginaw, Michigan, Dillon lived a remarkably full life for his short 33 years. He possessed a playful personality, was naturally charming, had an easy smile, and left an indelible mark of love on the hearts of those who knew him.

Dillon heartbreakingly leaves behind a beloved son, Gabriel, niece Zoey, and nephew Theodore. Dillon will be endearingly remembered and missed by his grieving immediate family: mother Barbara Carlson, step-father Lance Carlson, brother Zackery Ott, sister-in-law Allyson Ott and step-siblings Brady Carlson, Cody Burtchett, Kati Burtchett, and Wyatt Brooks. Dillon also leaves behind a loving grandmother, Mary Eaves, Aunt Kimberley Weber, Aunt Joie Sawdon, Uncles Jay Bruns, Scott Anderson, and close cousins Kenneth Weber, Kristin (Glen) Morin, and Brandan Eaves. Dillon had an innumerable amount of cherished friends who loved him fiercely and will miss him dearly.

The family would like to express a sincere thank you to Templar Order Motorcycle Club. The club was a strong foundation of brotherhood for Dillon and has helped the family deal with this tragic loss through their unwavering support and solidarity.

Dillon utilized his past experience as a firefighter, working for Task Force Tips LLC, to manufacture innovative firefighting equipment for our nation's first responders. His workplace has been a deep well of compassion and has greatly assisted the family through these difficult times.

Dillon's remains will be accompanied and transported by his brothers of the Templar Order MC to Spaulding Township Cemetery (5600 Cole Rd., Spaulding Township, MI 48601), where graveside services will take place on Tuesday, June 30th, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. Please join the family immediately following the service at the Spaulding Township Hall (5825 Cole Rd., Saginaw, MI 48601) to celebrate, share memories, and honor Dillon with your presence, food, and refreshments. He is forever loved and will be missed.