Peacefully, at Alexandra Marine & General Hospital, Goderich, on Wednesday, November 23, 2011 Frank Laird Hill of R.R. 1 Bayfield, passed away in his 76th year. Husband of the late Jean Marie (Pitt) Hill (2008). Dear father of Tom Hill and Sue Hunt of Lansdowne, Freda Hill of Clinton and David and Lori Hill of Woodstock. Loving grandfather of 9 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren. Dear brother and brother in-law of Marion Hill of Clinton, Kathleen Moran of St. Catharines, Gordon and Ruby Hill of Varna, Marion Gayder of St Catharines, Murray Hill of Kapuskasing, Matty Hill of Bayfield and Trudy Hill of Clinton. Sadly missed by his nieces and nephews and the Pitt family in Newfoundland. Predeceased by his parents Lyle and Kathleen (Skelton) Hill and one brother Allan Hill.
A private family gathering to honour Frank’s life will be held in the J. M. McBeath Funeral Home, 49 Goshen St. N, Zurich on Saturday, November 26, 2011 at 11 a.m. Cremation to follow with burial of ashes in Baird’s Cemetery, Stanley Township, Ont.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to a charity of one’s choice.
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Condolence From: Rex and Mary Ann Johnston and family
Sending our deepest sympathies to you and your family at this difficult time. Rex has many good memories of Frank as a neighbouring farmer. Frank always had a good story to tell and a hardy laugh. I’m sure he will be missed by family and friends.
Sincerely, Rex and Mary Ann
Condolence From: Diane and Lon Clark and Family
Dear Dave, Lori, Dana and Nicole
Just heard about the passing of your father/grandpa and extend our deepest sympathy to all of you. He was blessed to have such a loving, dedicated, caring family like yours who was attentive to his needs. We know how loved and special Frank was just by the way you shared stories about him with us. You sure had good times back on the farm and we know that these cherished memories will help you get through this difficult time. We wish all of you peace, comfort and strength in the days ahead. Hugs and Blessings to all.
Love Diane, Lon, Lisa and Ryan
Condolence From: Harry and Dianne Mero
We were so sorry to hear of the passing of a wonderful man – He will
be so missed in the community ALso his wonderful smile and quick wit will be something we will always remember of Frank.Our heartfelt
condolences to the family as he was a very special man to us as well
Condolence From: Steve and Dianne Argyle, Bayfield, Ontario
Sorry to hear of the passing of your father. Frank always had a big wave and a smile when he passed by our house or a big hug when he met me on th street. He was one of the best. Will miss all of those nice things.
Condolence From: Angie, Ivan & Family (Angie Skelton)
Will always treasure the memories I have of Frank! I will always have a smile on my face each and every time I think of Frank. He had a way of making me smile every time that I saw him.
I am so sorry for your loss of a great man!! Thinking of you all!!!