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1934
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2019
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Stephen Hillyer Obituary
A celebration of his life will be 3 p.m. Friday, Nov. 8, at the Kenai Senior Center. His son, Joe F. Hillyer, will officiate. Military honor will be provided by the American Legion Post 20 and V.F.W. Post 10046.
Stephen was born Apr. 9, 1934 in Medford, Ore. He graduated from Covina High School. He furthered his education at AMP school, PRA school and Aviation Fundamentals. He served honorably in the U.S. Navy in the 142nd Fighter Squadron.
Stephen moved to Alaska in 1960 and lived in Fairbanks until 1980. He then moved to Anchorage and resided there until 1992, later he moved to Kenai.
Stephen worked as a draftsman, military housing coordinator, was self-employed and also a flight engineer.
He was a member of the Brethren church. He was also an historical artist, and the Seward Maritime Mission Ministry.
Stephen enjoyed model trains and was a student of the bible.
His family wrote, "Dad was a man of many talents, but the greatest gift he gave his family was leading us to salvation in Jesus Christ."
Stephen is survived by his wife, Margaret of Soldotna; children, William M. Hillyer of Seward, Kay E. Marcano of Salem, Ore., Jan A. Thies of Palmer, Guy K. Hillyer of Missouri, Brook A. Hillyer of Fairbanks, Joseph F. Hillyer of Soldotna, and Kimberly Davis of Fairbanks, and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Arrangements were by Peninsula Memorial Chapel in Kenai.
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Memories and Condolences
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Jan Meredith
April 22, 2020
Steve was a wonderful gentle and kind soul. He was such a caring person in so many many ways with a great sense of humor. He will be missed by all those who came in contact with him.
Trish Schmidt
November 10, 2019
Prayers for comfort and healing to the family. Steve was a talented man in so many ways. He has left us his beautiful art but most importantly the gift he shared of the lord to his family, friends, and strangers.
Rest well Steve we will miss you.
Crystal Drum
November 8, 2019
I remember the Hillyer family from Fairbanks, on the Elliott Hwy. They lived at least 6 miles from us, but everybody knew each other back then. My condolences to Hillyer family, Crystal Stevens Drum
November 8, 2019
Always love the Hillyer Family. We are like family! My condolences to everyone. Hugs-Bonnie Stevens Brosius
Roberta Wallace
November 8, 2019
Steve was like a second dad. Lots of memories of growing up with the Hillyers. Prayers for his family's comfort.
B.K.
November 7, 2019
He was a wonderful, caring person. He will definitely be missed.
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