In Memory
Ross Hillier
June 15th, 1939 - March 23rd, 2024
Born in Georgetown, Ontario
Passed in Calgary, Alberta
Ross Gordon Hillier passed away peacefully with his family by his side at the Peter Lougheed Hospital in Calgary, Alberta on March 23, 2024 at the age of 84 years. He was born on June 15, 1939 along with his twin brother Robert(Bob). He married the love of his life on May 30th, 1958. Together they had three children, Todd, Connie and Joanne.
Dad was well known in Georgetown, Ontario and played in the band for weddings and different venues. He worked in sales and the newspaper business for many years. In 1975 mom and dad bought a general store in Benmiller, Ontario and enjoyed the country life for 5 years. They met many wonderful people in the five years they spent there. In 1980 they moved to Calgary and dad worked for the Calgary Herald and Calgary Sun for several years and then moved on to Stars Air Ambulance where he worked until he retired.
Dad loved golfing, baseball, hockey and camping.
He was predeceased by his wife Frances in 1999, his brothers William(Bill), Robert(Bob), and sister June. He is survived by his brother Jack.
LOVINGLY REMEMBERED BY:
Children Todd (Sherry) Hillier, Connie (Jim) Exner, Joanne (Bill) Durst
Grandchildren Amanda (Pieter) Wind, Brianne (Jordan) Barber, Graham (Jessie) Moore, Stephanie (Kent) Schonknecht, Holly(Chris) Gushue, Joey Durst.
Great grandchildren, Brody and Ryker Wind, Mila Barber, Grayson and Frankie Moore, Kalem, Leo and Sadie Schonknect, Oliver and Stella Gushue.
Brother-in-law Don Ernewein, Brother-in-law Ken (Mary) Ernewein, Sister-in-law Lynn (Jim) Farwell and children.
Step children Jenny (Cliff) Knisley, Anita (Wayne) Edwards, Jacalyne (Alfiero) Innarelli and step grandchildren, Alec, Enzo and Gia.
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Bob McGuigan
4 weeks ago
We are so sorry to hear of Ross's passing. So many fond memories of growing up in Georgetown with Ross and Bob. Please extend our sincere sympathies to Jack and the Erneiwein families.
Bob and Judy McGuigan,
Comox, B.C.
Bob and Judy McGuigan,
Comox, B.C.
Julie Tkachuk
1 month ago
With sincere sympathy to Ross’s family. I will always remember the karaoke parties. What great memories. He was such a good friend. Keep playing your songs Ross.
Tammy Tkachuk
1 month ago
My sincerest condolences to your families. Ross was a lovely human being and I am saddened to hear of his passing. I have so many fond memories of him. He was always kind and fun to be around. Rest easy Ross. You will be fondly remembered 💕
Marlene Switzer
1 month ago
Our sincere condolences to Ross's family
We knew Ross and Francis many years ago. We once lived in the same building on John St. Also grew up in the same area as both of them. Our thoughts are with you at this time. Roy, Marlene Switzer
We knew Ross and Francis many years ago. We once lived in the same building on John St. Also grew up in the same area as both of them. Our thoughts are with you at this time. Roy, Marlene Switzer
George Mann
1 month ago
Use to chum with Ross a lot. My deep regards to the family.