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James Hillan Obituary

James "Jimmy" Hillan passed away in San Jose on November 28. He was born in Both Wellhaugh Village, Scotland on October 22, 1937.Jimmy is survived by his beloved wife, Brenda Hillan; his step children, Christopher Williams, Stephen Williams, Anne Rumbaugh (Todd), and John Williams (June); his step grandchildren, Phoenix, David, Katelyn, Ian, Emily, and Max; and his nephews and nieces, Annette, Malcom, and Marie. He was a fantastic grandpa, expert singer on cruise ships, lover of Haggis, and a great dancer. Jimmy was a very Scottish man and will be missed dearly.

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Published by Mercury News on Dec. 17, 2023.

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