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Mary Hillhouse Obituary
A service will be held at St. Innocent Russian Orthodox Cathedral, 401 Turpin Street, Monday, November 18, 2013 at 10am with Father John as officiant. Pallbearers: Quentin and Robert Hillhouse, Jr., Arnold and Alex Dushkin, Jr. Burial will be at Anchorage Memorial Park Cemetery at 12pm.
Mary Hillhouse was born on August 2, 1954 to Alex and Christine Dushkin in Nikolski, AK. After graduating high school, she received a certificate of completion for bookkeeping from Charter College. Her employment included Tudor Road Bingo, Gold Cache Bingo, Fred Meyer, and Carrs. Some of Mary's interests include crossword puzzles, bowling, babysitting and spending time with family.
She was affiliated with St. Innocent Russian Orthodox Cathedral and St. Nicolas Russian Orthodox Church.
She is survived by her sons Robert Hillhouse Jr. and Quentin Hillhouse; daughter Tasha Hillhouse; daughter in-law Robin Hillhouse; brothers Arnold Dushkin and Alex Dushkin Jr.; brother in-law Mike Griesbaum; sisters Ann Kyle, Nina McNeil and Kathy Griesbaum; sister in-laws Julia and Shelly Dushkin; nephews Christopher, Michael and Richard "Alex" Griesbaum; nieces Tanya Kyle, Grace Perron and Rebecca Dushkin; grandsons Tyler, Brandon, Justin and Dylan Hillhouse and Darrell Lake Jr.; and granddaughters Leonna and Tatyana Hillhouse.
She was preceded by her husband Robert Hillhouse, Sr.; father Alex Dushkin, Sr.; mother Christine Dushkin; brother Nick Dushkin; and daughter in-law Tasha Hillhouse.
Her family wrote, "Our mother was the bond between our families. She made sure that we stayed connected with our family and our extended family. She guided our spiritual and emotional needs. She saw to it that we attended church on Sundays and we kept our faith. Our mother was there for us when we needed a shoulder to cry on or to be listened to; and more importantly, made sure that we had a place to always call home and that was to be near her. We will miss our guiding angel."
In lieu of flowers donations may be sent to American Cancer Society of Anchorage.
Arrangements are with Janssen Funeral Homes.
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Susan and Rod Rushing
November 18, 2013
Our condolences to the Family! She will be greatly missed, especially her laugh! Our thoughts and prayers go out to you all in this difficult time.
November 18, 2013
My dear wonderful high school friend, although we lost touch, when we did see each other, we hugged. The last time I saw her wasa at Q.Suites going swimming with her grandkids. Memory Eternal Mary. May happy memories, God's love help your family. A hard time for all. I'll see you one day. Your friend, Betty Bartels-Valka
Camille Valentine
November 18, 2013
Memory Eternal
Ann Whalin
November 18, 2013
I worked with Mary years ago and i remember her being such a peaceful friend always encouraging. I am sorry for your loss.
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Natalie Campbell
November 18, 2013
God Bless and keep you.
Laurel Pedersen
November 17, 2013
Sorry for your loss Tasha i will miss seeing your Mom coming into the store.
November 17, 2013
To the family: Saying good-bye must be the hardest thing in the world for you, and words seem like such little things compared to what all of you are going through. With deepest sympathy.
Brandon Stamper
November 17, 2013
I'm so sorry for your loss. Your Mother will be for ever in my heart and best memories. I love you Robert, Q, and T. I will never forget her ever!
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