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In Memory of
Bob Hilderley
1952
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2023

Obituary of Bob Hilderley

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Robert Norman Hilderley chose to live his life with intention. Bob’s life adventures were always with Susan at his side, as they led Quarry Press and enjoyed their passions for travel, literature, education, and sport. Bob showed his daughters, Erika and Alicia, how to create opportunities and forge their own paths.

The combined laughter of Bob and his brother Herb was unmistakable beginning early in life in Innerkip. In 1977, Bob and wife Marj zigzagged across two countries on an education road trip in search of their future.

Bob looked forward to time with family, especially with Herb and his wife Camille, and debating sports facts with sons-in-law Andrew and Nate. His face lit up when he became Paw to his granddaughter Sloane.

Bob’s legacy is long-lasting and he will be greatly missed.

The family extends heartfelt gratitude to the health care providers who cared for Bob with affection, dignity, and respect.

A celebration of life will be announced at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, please donate to the United Way Backpack Campaign at https://www.unitedwaykfla.ca/backpackprogram/

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John Eacott posted a condolence
Thursday, October 5, 2023
I was Bob's teacher at Innerkip. On Feb 15, 1965 Bob took down the Canadian Red Ensign from the school flag pole and helped raise the new maple leaf flag. He demonstrated his enthusiasm for English when he helped organize and perform a skit from Shakespeare, Piramus and Thisbe. I include this quote from my memoirs. "1965 was memorable as the year Canada unfurled the maple leaf flag. This new flag was historic so a television set was brought into the school to watch the ceremonies and then we raised our own new flag in a special ceremony February 15th. The flag ceremony was carried out by students and staff. Connie Gillespie was the chair, all sang God Save the Queen. The royal proclamation was read. Suitable music played and Bob Hilderley lowered the Red Ensign and Bob Wilson raised the new maple leaf flag. Everyone sang Oh Canada. From then on, every morning, two students would go to the flag pole and hoist our flag. I remember him fondly. John Eacott
posted a condolence
Tuesday, October 3, 2023
We are deeply sorry for your loss ~ the staff at Paul G. Payne Funeral Home

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