James V. Hillock
October
23,
2026
James V. Hillock, 70, of Orland Park, at rest October 19, 2026. Beloved father of James (Nicole) and Scott Hillock; devoted grandfather of Matthew, Jacob and Rhys; former husband of Tina (nee Goss) Hillock; dearest brother of Kenneth Hillock and the late Carol Hillock.
James was a loving and devoted father and grandfather who cherished his family above all. His sons and grandchildren were his greatest pride and joy. His unconditional love and strength will forever remain in their hearts, while his legacy remains with them always.
Memorial Visitation Friday, November 6, 2026 from 4-8 P.M. at Cappetta’s West Suburban Funeral Home 4920 Main St., Downers Grove. info 630-852-8000 or westsuburbanfh.com
In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that memorial donations be made in James’ memory to the American Lung Association.
So hard to write this. Fortunate enough to have had the Hillock family move next door somewhere around 1965. Quickly became best friends with Ken and developed a brotherly frlendship with Jimmy. Jimmy was a few years older and was able to be our look up to presence growing up. So many fond memories of growing up in Berwyn with the Hillocks.
Also so many fond memories of talks with Jim growing up. That even continued as life changes took over and I moved to Florida in 2000. Thankfully was able to check in with Jim over the years and catch up with happenings. Conversations so easy and like time had never passed. We were always able to go over current happenings with family and reminisce the past. I feel blessed that I was able to connect a few months ago and speak to Jim. He did tell me that he was down some weight and had been experiencing some health issues. In texting a few weeks ago I noticed that Jim never responded which was very unusual and made me worry. When I got the call about Jim’s hospice condition quite honestly I couldn’t speak. As I’m writing this I’m getting the same emotions. Jim felt like a brother to me and I’ll miss him greatly as I’m sure his adoring family will. Hopefully Jim didn’t suffer and even though we all know he’s in a better place it doesn’t make his passing any easier.
Rest in peace old friend and brother until we meet again
John Kellmann