Steven Holmes HILL

HILL, Steven Holmes Steven Holmes Hill, 62, of Clinton, CT died peacefully at home on May 8, 2010, after a long illness. Born January 27, 1948, in New York City to Bern and Ruth Hill, he moved to Connecticut as a young child. Steve attended The Country School in Madison and Pomfret School in Pomfret. A proud veteran, he served with the 14th Armored Cavalry in Fulda, Germany during the Vietnam era. Steve enjoyed a long career in the automobile industry as both a sales associate and manager. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend, Steve enjoyed a good laugh, a good book, cooking and time with those he loved. A lifelong animal lover, Steve spent many years exploring Killingworth and the beaches of Hammonasset with his trusty beagle, Bailey. He cherished the memories made on Block Island with his family and friends. In addition to his wife of 38 years, Cheryl, he is survived by his daughters, Whitney Hill Champarnaud of Paris, France; Erica Hill Yount of New York; his sons-in-law, Eric Champarnaud and David Yount; his grandsons, Weston Robert Yount and Sawyer Steven Yount of New York; his brother, Peter Hill; and his sister, Sarah Hill Marcinek, both of Clinton, CT; and their families. A memorial service to celebrate Steve's wonderful life will be held Tuesday, (May 11, 2010), at 5p.m. at First Church of Christ Congregational on Main St. in Clinton. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to either the Connecticut Humane Society (cthumane.org) or Connecticut Hospice (hospice.com).