Welcome to the Sgt. Dillon J. Semolina Memorial website, a place created to honor Dillon’s life, service, spirit, and lasting legacy. Dillon was a proud United States Marine, a beloved son, brother, friend, and teammate whose impact continues to be felt by everyone who knew him. Through shared memories, events, honors, and continued efforts to serve others, this site keeps his story alive while helping future generations carry forward the values he lived by: courage, kindness, dedication, and love for others.

The Sgt. Dillon J. Semolina Scholarship was created to continue Dillon’s legacy by supporting students as they take the next step toward their future. Each scholarship recipient is a reminder that Dillon’s story continues to inspire others through education, opportunity, and service. Through the generosity of family, friends, and supporters, this scholarship helps honor Dillon’s memory in a meaningful way while encouraging young people to pursue their goals with strength, purpose, and heart.

ASK ME WHAT I WAS

I'LL REPLY WITH WHAT I'VE DONE,

THOSE THINGS OTHERS WOULD NOT DO,

I DID;

THOSE RIVERS OTHERS WOULD NOT SWIM,

I SWAM;

THOSE HILLS OTHERS WOULD NOT CLIMB,

I CONQUERED;

THOSE BRIDGES OTHERS WOULD NOT CROSS,

I CROSSED;

I HAVE CELEBRATED.

I HAVE MOURNED;

I HAVE SEEN DEATH AND FELT IT'S WARM BREATH.

IT DID NOT FAZE ME, FOR I WAS DIFFERENT.