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John Stephen Hiltibidal was born October 3, 1960 in Centralia, Illinois. He passed away after a long battle with Leukemia on January 1, 2024, in New Orleans, Louisiana.
John served in the United States Navy for 20 years. He worked as a Nurse/Hospital Administration for 40 years.
Somethings he was known to love are Disney Snacking, being a swim official, going to the movies, golfing, bowling, and scuba diving. He loved these activities with his family.
He is survived by his beloved wife Julie. Children Jordan (Josh), Amy, and Audrey. Grandchildren Jade, Jemma and Theodore. Siblings Anita, Mary (Holt), and Lynn.
Proceeded in death by his parents,
John W. and Ellamae Hiltibidal. Brothers-in-law Bill and Leon.
In lieu of flowers we ask that you donate to St. Jude's children research Hospital. John said that battling cancer was the worst thing he ever had to go through, and he couldn’t imagine doing it as a child, he would love if they found a cure for Leukemia.
Fair winds and following seas!
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