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Ernest Hillman Obituary

HILLMAN-Ernest Jr. Of Fairfield, CT, died at the age of 90 at his home November 20, 2002. Mr. Hillman was born January 11, 1912 in Pittsburgh, PA, the son of Clara I. Gregg and Ernest Hillman. His brother, Richard McLeod Hillman, predeceased him. He is survived by nephews, Richard Gregg Hillman and David McLeod Hillman and three grand-nephews, Brett, Peter and Jeremy Thompson. Ernest Hillman was a graduate of Yale University (1933) and Harvard Business School (1935), and served in the US Navy during World War II. He was a businessman, patron of the arts and author. Funeral services are scheduled for 11 AM, December 2, at the Homewood Cemetery Chapel in Pittsburgh, PA, interment to follow. Locally a memorial service will take place at 11 AM, December 7, at Trinity Episcopal Church, Southport, CT.

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Published by New York Times on Nov. 24, 2002.

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Marcus Hackman

May 4, 2021

Researching my own family roots, found this graceful Thank you -note in my grandfathers guestbook of 1947.
Marcus Hackman, Ruovesi, Finland

Gregory Green

December 10, 2002

Uncle Ernie was a true gentleman. His far-reaching intelligence,gentle demeanor,unwavering generosity,and commitment to Family were inspirational with a lasting footprint. He will be forever remembered in the fondest,most loving of ways.

Robert & Jane Willock

November 29, 2002

A great light is now out. But it will always shine in our hearts and mind. He will rest for now but will always be working for others.

KENNETH F. WEBEL

November 24, 2002

ERNIE WAS A WONDERFUL MAN. IT WAS MY PRIVLEDGE TO DRIVE HIM FOR THE LAST FEW YEARS. I'M SORRY TO SEE HIM GO. CONDOLENCES TO HIS FAMILY.

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