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Gerald Hilley Obituary
Gerald Payne Hilley, 82, entered eternal rest on May 27, 2019 in Willis, TX. He was born August 28, 1936 in Comanche, TX. Gerald was an amazing and loving husband, father, grandfather, pastor, and singer. For over 40 years, he served as senior pastor at Eastgate Church in Dayton, TX. One of his greatest memories was traveling around the world doing missionary work with his dear friend John Osteen. He served in the United States Air Force and for over 20 years he worked as an Air Traffic Controller. Gerald will be missed dearly by all who knew him.
Gerald is preceded in death by his son: Gary Hilley and mother: Geneva Strickland. Left to cherish his loving memory, wife: Jeri Hilley; children: Terry Hilley & wife Kristy, Sandy Chatrou & husband Breck, Jeff Hackleman & wife Eilen; along with 9 grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren.
Visitation will be held on Friday, May 31, 2019 from 5pm-8pm at Brookside Funeral Home. Funeral service will take place on Saturday, June 1, 2019 at 12pm at Eastgate Church, 1707 CR 611 Dayton, TX 77535. Interment to follow in Brookside Memorial Park at 2:30pm.
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Memories and Condolences
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Sudhir Kirby
August 23, 2019
Oh I am very sorry to hear this, about the Man of God pastor GERALD HILLEY passing on to His eternal home to be with JESUS.
I personally met him with Pastor John Osteen in 1996 in Hyderabad India, had to opportunity to fellowship and minister at the Church in Houston, Pastor HILLEY supported me for years.
His heart was for the Gospel to be spread everywhere, Anointed Man of God who carried the Oil of gladness and Faith to do the works miracles of God.
May His Vision and work continue to be fruit and multiply in Jesus name.
Truly a Faithful servant of our Lord Jesus, Heaven rejoices to honour GERALD HILLEY.
Jim Eastham
May 30, 2019
One of the original Air Traffic Controllers at Houston Center, when San Antonio and New Orleans Centers were combined. Later worked in the Automation Department where he had many friends.
He will be missed.
May 30, 2019
My condolences to Mr . Hilley's family and friends . Knowing that Gerald rest brings comfort . Ecclesiastest 9 : 5 . May God Comfort the family and friends .
May 29, 2019
Losing a loved one is never easy, but our loving god promises to give us the strength and courage we need to endure, and to cope with the pain of your loss. He also promises to hold your hand every step of the way. (Isaiah 40:31, 41:10, 13)
Kristy Hilley
May 29, 2019
Gerald I'm so thankful and blessed to have known you for the past 35 years. Terry is so much like you in many ways. I will cherish all of your CDs that you gave me because you know how I loved to hear you sing. You will be missed but I know I will see you again in Heaven. Love you so much,
Kristy Hilley
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Brookside Funeral Home & Memorial Park13747 Eastex Freeway, Houston, TX 77039
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