Gorden B. Hill
Gorden B. Hill, 89, fifty year resident of Westmont, at rest July 11, 2020. Born August 21, 1930 in Ionia, Michigan to Benjamin and Fannie Hill. Beloved husband of Maryann nee Zizzo; loving father of Philomena (the late Wayne) Reno, Evelyn (Scott Thacker) Sus, Michael (Cindy) Hill and Gale (Richard) Barma; devoted grandfather of Dominic (Carole), Anthony (Ashley), Matthew (Lauren), Melissa, Amanda and Justin; dearest great grandfather of Zachary, Makenzi and Amelia; dear brother of Karen (Larry) Yaw and the late Rollin Hill; fond uncle of several nieces and nephews. Mr. Hill was a former member of Downers Grove Moose and past president of Westmont Little League. Visitation Friday July 17, 2020 from 4-8 P.M. at Cappetta’s West Suburban Funeral Home & Cremation Services 39 N. Cass Ave., Westmont, followed by a funeral service at 8 P.M. Interment private. Info 630-852-8000 or www.westsuburbanfh.com
Dad I always thought you were the toughest person In the world. You proved it by fighting this awful disease for years. Even though you were not able to remember things always I cherish every minute spent with you. I guess you don’t know until someone dies how much you miss and love them. It’s only been 3 days and It feels like it’s been a lifetime. The past year we enjoyed having you over I really enjoyed watching you playing with your great grandkids. I know we never really ever said I love you to each other. But I didn’t need to hear it as you always showed it. I wish We could have said it to each other one more time. I’m sorry for doing all the stupid things growing up. Your favorite saying to me when I got into trouble “Use your head for something other than a hat rack” You were the best grandfather and great grandfather to my children I thank you for teaching me to play baseball, ride a bike, swim and to fish’ing I Promise to take care and help mom as much as I can. I will never forget you and the impact you had on me.
Some of my finest memories are building puzzles with you and helping put the christmas tree up when I was younger you may be gone but never forgotten and will forever be missed and loved by so many r.i.p Grandpa love Anthony
When I was around 7, I stayed with you for a week while grandma worked out of town and you took me to McDonald’s 2 times a day for a whole week and I don’t think we ever told grandma. You played restaurant and hide and seek, probably against your will just to keep us all happy. You were so caring and selfless, and you raised my dad to be the same way. I think this world was so undeserving of your wisdom, knowledge, strength and love. You never stopped fighting your battle with Alzheimer’s. I will remember for you, grandpa. I love you dearly and I will always remember everything about you. Fly so high and enjoy all the manhattans that heaven has to offer.
Dad,
When I married Mike and became your daughter-in-law, you welcomed me into the family with open arms. You always treated me like I was one of your own kids, You will forever be missed,
But remain in our hearts forever.
Rest In Peace.
Condolences to you Mary and the family! Praying God’s peace and comfort for you all during this time. I will always remember Gorden in my heart and the joy that eminated from him whenever he was around! He did love doing those puzzles and we will miss him. Love you, Karyl
As a kid/teenager, I lived with my mother in Chicago, but visited my grandparents in Westmont quite often, even lived with them in 1st and 2nd grade. They lived on East Quincy, right next door to the Hill family and the two households were good friends. I will always remember Gorden as an all-around good guy. A great husband to his wife, a great father to his kids and a great neighbor to my grandparents (and I). I am currently living in Florida and, regretfully, will not be able to attend the services. My deepest sympathies and most heartfelt condolences go out to Maryann, Gayle, Mike, Evelyn and Philomena, as well as all of Gorden’s nieces, nephews, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and anyone else affected by this loss.
R.I.P., Mr. Hill. You will live forever in our memories.
“MR” Gorden,
My brother and I always enjoyed spending time with you when Ms.Mary used to come to take care of our Mom at the nursing home. You used to sit there quietly and “observe” everything what was going around when Ms.Mary was busy. You liked finishing those extra apple juices sitting on the tray. 🙂 I will always cherish times when we had a beer together. I will miss you “Mr” Gorden” !
Shri.
Can’t believe it is 4 months that you are gone. I miss seeing your beautiful blue eyes and that great smile every day. I miss taking care of you and I miss your always calling my name Mary, I also miss you calling the kids all night. I miss you very much. I will always love you. Mary
Dad if I only knew you would have been 3 weeks after Father’s Day I would have come inside and hug and shake your hand like we used and tell you how much I loved you. . I was trying to protect both of us from this COVID-19 Ijust wish I knew iso I could say to you in person instead of the glass. I do remember you smiling so you knew you were going to get M&M this is something I will never forget as long ass I live.
You don’t know how much you missed
Love
Mike
Dad,
There isn’t a day that goes by that we don’t think of you. I remember Mike and I stopping over after a doctors appointment and when we came in the front door you’d say how’s Cindy doing today. I remember last Christmas you did a shot of tequila with Mike, that made him very happy. When we had Christmas in the basement at your house, you would always be there with your video recorder taping every year.
I miss you, you will forever have a piece of my heart.
Love,
Your favorite Daughter-In-Law
Hi sweetheart, here it is another Easter without you. I sure do miss you very much, Life is not the same without you and never will be. I hope they are taking care of you in heaven, and I hope they know what a great man they got. I will always love you very much and miss you a lot. I wish you were here to play with the great grandkids I can still hear you telling them to be careful so they would not hurt themselves. I love you and miss you.
Your wife