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Hilary Hamburger Obituary

Hilary Hamburger, beloved mother, grandmother, daughter and sister, died peacefully on October 13th, 2010, at the age of 64, after a long courageous battle with lymphoma and two bouts of breast cancer in her 30's and 40's. Born in Chapel Hill, N.C. on May 25, 1946, to Robert N. and Sonia Hamburger, the family of three became five when they moved to New Haven, CT. Hilary spent her life as an extraordinarily dedicated and loving teacher, from infants to adults. Her first students were her two younger sisters, Debi and Lisa. Her family moved to La Jolla, CA. when she was in high school. She attended UC Riverside then moved to San Francisco where she received her Bachelor of Arts at SFSU. After teaching on the Navajo Reservation in Arizona, her daughter Toya was born in 1975. In 1977 she returned to San Diego and taught at the daycare center at UCSD before moving to Santa Rosa in 1999 where she found a perfect fit in the warm community of Yulupa Co-Housing. Hilary was an avid reader, lover of movies, and travel, she shared countless meals, camping trips and parties with her good friends in her community. A leader in Non-Violent Communication, she conducted workshops seeking to better the world, beginning with herself. She is survived by her parents, Dr. Robert and Sonia Hamburger; her sister Lisa Hamburger (Tony Bila); her daughter Toya Holiday (Brandy); treasured granddaughters, Saylor and Jasper; and her daughter's father, Jerry Roybal. She is preceded in death by her sister Debra S. Hamburger. A Celebration of Life will be held at Santa Rosa Mortuary, 1520 Mendocino Ave., Santa Rosa on November 6th at 2:00 p.m. Donations to the American Cancer Society in Hilary's memory are appreciated. SANTA ROSA MORTUARY EGGEN & LANCE CHAPEL, 545-3747

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Published by Press Democrat from Oct. 31 to Nov. 1, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for Hilary Hamburger

10 Entries

Celia Muñoz

November 8, 2010

I am so sorry to hear about Hilary's passing. She was a dear friend and colleague of mine at the UCSD ECEC. I met her in 1983 and always admired her sincerity and positive attitude towards life. She had such a wonderful sense of humor; she would always find a way to make me laugh. She was so kind and had such a big heart for her students. She would go the extra mile and buy extra books and materials for the kids. She always wanted them to enjoy their time at school. Hilary's memory will always remain in my heart. My prayers go out to your family.

-Celia Muñoz and family

November 7, 2010

Dear Bob and Sonia,
Our thoughts are with you.
In sympathy,
Kathy Rangus and Jim Hobza

Anya Piazza-Lyons

November 3, 2010

Hilary, we will always remember your smile and laughter. You have supported our family from the beginning and sparkled in our lives. Your love, spirit, and laughter will live on through all of us! We love you!- Anya, Kelly, Sean, Aron, and Dyami

Preneka Thomas

November 3, 2010

I am saddened by Hilary's passing. She was a friend of 20 years, a colleague for many years at the UCSD ECEC, a mentor, and a fine example of a loving, compassionate, beautiful human being. She will forever remain in my heart. I offer all of you my condolences for your loss. I will keep Hilary and you all in my prayers.

Kamal Muilenburg

November 2, 2010

I am so sorry to hear about Hilary's death and send condolences and prayers to all of you from the von Essen and Muilenburg families. - Kamal Muilenburg

Renee Clay

November 1, 2010

Dear Dr. & Mrs. Hamburger: We are so sorry for your loss. Our thought and prayers are with you.
Your friends at Spiders Aircraft Service.

Judy Parker

November 1, 2010

I am sorry to hear about Hilary's death. My daughters and I have many memories hanging out in front of her home with her, Toya and Toya's friend Lynn. I hope that the family has many fond memories to draw from. As I recall Hilary had a wonderful attitude about life. Judy Parker, Dain and Marta Bornstein from the Del Mar Villas

Laurie Dowell

October 31, 2010

That photo of Hilary is just how I will always think of her...full of sunshine and life. All my Love.

David & Lory Simon

October 31, 2010

We are very sorry for the loss of your sister Lisa, and for Anthony's loss also.
David and Lory Simon

Danny & Kitty Tow

October 31, 2010

Both of us were very sorry to hear the loss of your beloved daughter Hilary. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Please do take care of yourself and may God bless you and your family.

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