Memphis, Tennessee
John Frederick Hiltonsmith, 54, of Memphis, TN was born on March 14, 1960 to Frederick Warren Hiltonsmith and Marion Minte Hiltonsmith in Wantaugh, NY. Hiltonsmith was only 6 or 7 when he began playing with his father's Sear's Silvertone tape recorder, experimenting with his brothers' Beatles...
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Mr. Hiltonsmith was my mixed chorus teacher when I was at Hutchison.,he was an amazing teacher and human being. He will be missed greatly. RIP Mr. Hiltonsmith.
Carole Anhalt
December 17, 2014 | Richmond, TX
It was such an honor and privilege to work with and get to know John at the Saenger years ago. His dedication to the restoration of the Saenger's Robert Morton Wonder Organ always amazed and humbled me. To have such love and passion for a worthy cause, to bring her back in all her glory, was one of the most admirable things I've ever experienced in a human being. John's humor always kept me laughing while we sometimes shared the old penthouse apartment at the Saenger and I marveled at his...
Jim Vaughan
December 13, 2014 | Abilene, TX
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Saenger Theatre
December 11, 2014 | New Orleans, LA
The Saenger theatre will always be greatful for John's dedication and devotion to the Saenger's Robert Morton Wonder Organ. He spent countless hours working to restore that wonderful instrument, and I dont believe anyone could play that instrument better than John.
I was honored to consider John a friend!All the best to Sherry, Jennifer and Julia, you are in my prayers.
E.P. Miller
December 11, 2014 | New Orleans, LA
Elaine and family,
I am so sorry to hear about John. He was my choir director at Ellendale United Meth. Church a long time ago. He was such a talented musician. He worked on our pipe organ at Ellendale also. Prayers for your family.
Sarah Shepherd
December 10, 2014 | Arlington, TN
I am honored to have known John and to have called him a friend. I am so very sorry for your loss.
Haynes Knight
December 10, 2014 | Memphis, TN
Sherry,
Words seem so inadequate to express the deep feelings we have at a time like this. Just know that Steve and I hold fond memories of all our times together with you and John. And we are holding a space of peace, comfort and courage for you and family for the days ahead.
With Love,
Steve and Linda Pendley
Linda Pendley
December 10, 2014 | Southaven, MS
Can't get over John's passing; what a fine man & musician.
John Palmer
December 10, 2014 | Memphis, TN
Dear Sherry, Julia and Family,
Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your heart. I am honored to call John my friend (and favorite director!)
Richard Kohrs and your friends at the Church Health Center
December 10, 2014