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Kathleen Hillman Obituary

HILLMAN, KATHLEEN ANN, 37 - of Beach Haven, died on June 20, 2008 at Southern Ocean County Hospital, Manahawkin. Ms. Hillman was born in Toms River and a life long resident of Beach Haven. Kathleen worked for many years along side her family helping to run the family business The Engleside Inn of Beach Haven, she also enjoyed Antiquing, shopping, decorating and fishing. She was predeceased by her father John K. who passed away in 1990. Surviving are her mother Linda (nee Metzgar), two brothers John and his wife Michelle and Peter and his wife Jen and one sister Susan Riddle all of Beach Haven. Also surviving are several nephews and nieces John Hillman, Jarrett Hillman, Carina Hillman, Kendall Hillman and Alexa Riddle and Kathleen's dog Babs. A Funeral Service will be held on Monday June 23, 2008 at 11:00 am at Holy Innocents Episcopal Church Marine St. & Atlantic Ave., Beach Haven. Visitation will be held on Sunday from 7-9 pm at the Bugbee-Riggs Funeral Home 12th St. & Blvd., Ship Bottom. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to either Southern Ocean County Hospital 1140 Route 72 West Manahawkin NJ 08050 or to the Beach Haven First Aid Squad P.O. Box 1291 Beach Haven, NJ 08008 in Ms. Hillman's memory.

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Published by The Press of Atlantic City from Jun. 21 to Jun. 22, 2008.

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John and Lucy Dean

July 17, 2008

Our deepest sympathy to hear of Kath's death. Our prayers are with you.

Maureen Doran

June 29, 2008

I am so very sorry. Its very shocking to lose someone so young. You've had a lot of hardship. My thoughts and prayers are with you. I wish you peace.

Susanne and Mike Tryba

June 25, 2008

We are sorry to hear of your loss. Our hearts and prayers go out to the entire family at this most difficult time.

Dana & Sandy Kelley

June 24, 2008

We were shocked and saddened to hear this news. Our prayers and thoughts are with you during this difficult time.

Matthew White

June 22, 2008

Kathy was a special friend to us- what can we say!!- she did it her way- the way she lived, worked, played and shopped was all done her way- She would tell it like it was and had no quams about doing so- you gotta respect that- above all she had the biggest heart- listen to the birds and you will hear her..... she is very much alive and well fishing with her father-

Glenn & Cathy McPherson

June 22, 2008

The best and the brightest lights always leave much too soon...Remembering Kathy with love

Beverly Kochik

June 21, 2008

Kathy was a beautiful spirit who will truly be missed by her friends and family.

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