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Leonard Hilla Obituary

Leonard (Len) Raphael HILLA Age 91, died May 6, 2011. Born in Cutbank, Montana, July 11, 1919, raised in Havre, MT, he moved to Seattle in 1941. He worked for Boeing for many years a tool design engineer. Len had many hobbies; he was a Mr. Fix It, loved woodworking, fishing, golfing and camping with his girls. He also loved the Mariners & Seahawks (as long as they were winning). He leaves behind his beloved wife of 68 yrs, Mary and daughter, Marilyn (Jon) Akin, grandson, Ray (Aidee) and his great grandsons. Len was preceded in death by his daughter, Patricia Hilla. He will be missed by all who knew and loved him. Services will be at St. Pauls Catholic Church, Seattle, on Thurs, May 12, 2001 at 11:00 am.

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Published by The Seattle Times on May 10, 2011.

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Brenda, Marissa, Charity and Great niece Kendal Eberling

May 13, 2011

Mary and family,
So sorry to hear about Len. The girls and I have you in our thoughts, hearts and prayers. May you find comfort during these days in your family, friends and memories. Remember to take care of you. All our love.

Dorothy Sauls

May 10, 2011

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Sisters of the Holy Names of Jesus and Mary

May 10, 2011

Dear Mary, Marilyn and Family,
With sympathy and friendship, we Sisters of the Holy Names lovingly support you in prayer at this time when Leonard's life has changed from mortal to eternal. May his new life in God's presence bring great comfort to him and to you all.

Deb/Tim Rudolph

May 10, 2011

Sorry to hear of Leonard's passing. We are all thinking of you in this sad time. God be with you...

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