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John H. Hill, Jr. Jack Jack passed away at age 85, Thursday, February 24, 2011, in the presence of his wife of 65 years, Arabella (Ann), and his children and grandchildren. Born in Spokane, Washington to families of Palouse homesteading, farming and railroading, he spent his childhood in Spokane, graduating from Rogers H.S. in 1943 as the valedictorian of his class. Jack entered the Army Air Force upon graduation and completed WWII service as a B-29 navigator. Jack's Air Force career ended in the reserves as a Major at McChord Air Force Base. Jack played football in high school, boxed in the Air Force, and enjoyed boating and golfing. Jack had a long, stable, and successful career as part of Tacoma's automobile business serving in management and sales for Osborne McCann and Gilchrist Buick. He received prestigious local and national recognitions for his abilities. He is a well-known figure of Tacoma's auto row and was often seen throughout retail auto and supporting businesses with his distinctive pipe and hats. He was a faithful and loving family man, survived by his wife Arabella (Ann); his three children Karen (Wes Jones), Jack (Martha), and James; his five grandchildren Stacey, Ashley, Katherine, Jacqueline, and John Henry IV; and one great grandchild Cooper (Stacey and Jason Noble). He is dearly missed. A memorial service will be held at the Tacoma Elks Lodge, Sam Allen Room, 1965 S. Union, Tacoma, WA 98405, on April 8, 2011 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. All are welcome.
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My dad knew Jack in his days at Gilchrest Buick. Jack was an honorable colleague to him. Dad would be in wonder at the term of Jack's obituary.
March 28, 2011
Dear Ann, Karen, Jackie & Jimmy - I am so sad to hear of Jack's passing. Duane sent me a copy of his obituary. Your dad was a great guy; I know you'll miss him a lot.
I remember him fondly. He was a great pal to my dad and their tongue in cheek verbal jabs at one another.
Ann,you & Jack had wonderful trips with my folks... still have the pictures from Hawaii.
Jack & you were part of the Kanar kids' lives & our growing up. It's sad to think he's gone from here... but I'm sure he's found my dad already and they're having a good old time UP THERE!
Hugs to all of you for the sadness you're experiencing now. With deepest sympathy
Karen Kanar
March 9, 2011
Ann, Karen, Jack and Jim . . .
Many fond memories of your husband and father from 'back in the day' @ Albertson's, Mt. Tahoma and along South Tacoma's Auto Row . . .
A True Gentleman !!!
Steve West (Wetz)
March 9, 2011
I am quite sure my dad considered Jack Hill as his best friend. Jack, his wife Ann, my dad, Ed Kanar and my mom, Chris Kanar shared years of laughter and friendship as a bowling team (The Unholy Rollers), card game partners, diners at many local restaurants and hosts of many neighborhood get-togethers. I don't think my dad ever bought a car from anyone other than Jack Hill. I fondly remember Jack's stories of his times in the B-29 bombers that he thoughtfully took the time to share with me, even though I was just a pre-teen kid. I was always amazed at how just being around Jack transformed my usually stoic father into a goofy jokester. They just had that effect on each other and I very much enjoyed seeing it happen. I'm very sorry for your loss. He was a great guy!
Duane Kanar
March 9, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Paul Sutkaytis
March 6, 2011
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