Matthew Hillman, Sr.

Matthew John Hillman, Sr., 65, passed away peacefully at his residence on September 17, 2018.

He was born on July 16, 1953 to Thomas and Leah Sydney Hillman in New Orleans, LA.

He was the son of a Baptist minister who lived in every part of the state while his family traveled to minister in different churches. He will be remembered for his love of woodworking and playing guitar. He was kind and generous to everyone he met. He loved practical jokes and had a great sense of humor.

He is survived by his loving wife of 30 years, Karen Shuler Hillman; children, Matthew Hillman, Jr. (Klaudia), Victoria Mausner, Heath Hillman, Angel Olds, Paige Hillman (Jake), Shaun Shuler (Genette), and Van LeBleu; grandchildren, Zachary and Jeremy Hillman, Ashley and Hannah Guillotte, Stella Mausner, Weston and Jackson LeBleu, and Leah Olds; brother, David Hillman (Phyllis); and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his parents; and brother, Tom Hillman.

A memorial service will be held at Johnson Funeral Home on Friday, September 21, 2018 at 2 PM. The Rev. Todd Shumacher will officiate. Visitation will be at the funeral home on Friday from 1 PM until the start of the service. Cremation has been entrusted to Johnson Funeral Home.