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Gregory John Hillman
1987 - 2021
Gregory John Hillman
1987 - 2021
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BORN
1987
DIED
2021
Gregory Hillman Obituary
Appleton - 34, passed away unexpectedly on March 2, 2021 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Appleton. Greg was born on February 21, 1987 to Richard and Barbara (Burby) Hillman. He graduated from Appleton North High School in 2005. Earned an Associate Degree in Computer Programming from Fox Valley Technical College and attended UW- Fox Valley and UW-Oshkosh for two years each studying History. In his free time, he was always lending a hand to his friends, tutoring them in not only math, but also chemistry and history. He was an avid reader of sports and politics and has always been an advocate for human rights and health care for all. Greg was a huge Packer fan and Detroit Red Wings fan. Most recently he enjoyed being a cook at the Appleton Yacht Club. In addition to his love of film and music, he had a passion for collecting pop culture T-shirts, playing trivia and owning a large collection of Jordan sneakers.
Greg will be greatly missed by his parents: Rick and Barb Hillman; his brother, Matt (Rissel Peguero) Hillman; his grandmother, Margaret Burby; his aunt Karen McDowell-Hillman, Traverse City, MI; uncle Mike Hillman, Detroit, MI; as well as other relatives and good friends.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents: Howard and Jane Hillman; grandfather, George Burby and uncle John Burby.
A service for Greg will take place at 3pm, on Monday, March 8, 2021 at St Mary's Catholic Church, Appleton with Rev William Swichtenberg officiating. He will be laid to rest at St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery, Appleton. For those that wish to watch the service live at 3 pm on Monday, please visit the Funeral Chapel website and click on the link at the bottom of Greg's obituary.
The family would like to thank Eric Penkala for taking care of Greg until EMT's arrived.
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Ann Vander Heiden
March 28, 2021
Mr. and Mrs. Hillman,
I recently learned about of the tragic loss of Greg. I was Greg's 5th grade teacher at Edison and remember him fondly. He had a big smile, was such a kind person, and was always helping others out! He was part of a very special group of students and we had a lot of fun that year. My heart goes out to you during this very sad time, and you remain in my thoughts and prayers.
Beth (Jacobs) Aschenbrenner
March 20, 2021
I am so sorry, Barb and Rick, to learn of your tragic loss! I was online trying to find your address to send a card to your mother which I had written in response to your thoughtful card and photo of your mom and Gizmo. Then I sadly came across Greg's obituary.
My heart goes out to you and I will remember Greg with a Divine Mercy Chaplet asking our Lord to welcome him into his loving arms at home in heaven.
Sincere thoughts,
Beth
Old neighbor on Langlade Ave.
Sue Lauer
March 9, 2021
Dear Rick and Barbara and family I send you my deepest sympathies as well as my Mom's this was so sad to see and many thoughts and prayers to you all as well.
Sue Lauer
March 9, 2021
Dear Rick and Barbara and family I send you my deepest sympathies as well as my Mom's this was so sad to see and many thoughts and prayers to you all as well
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Bill Frawley
March 7, 2021
Dear Hillman family and friends, on behalf of the members and staff at the Appleton Yacht Club we would like to offer our deepest condolences on the death of you son, brother, and friend Greg. Greg was a wonderful addition to our staff and always had a smile and kind word to share when working or socializing after his shifts. We will truly miss him, and we consider ourselves better having known him. Please let us know if there is anything, we can do for you at this most difficult time.
Sincerely,
Bill Frawley and the members and staff of the Appleton Yacht Club
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