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Leanne Hilton Obituary
Leanne M. Hilton
DEMOTTE, IN - Leanne M. Hilton, age 55, of DeMotte, IN passed away June 14, 2020.
On December 19, 1964, Leanne was born to Fred and Arlene (Mueller) Karrle in Merrillville, IN. Leanne worked for Block & Stevenson OMS as an oral surgery assistant for 20 years. She loved watching the birds, gardening, spoiling her dog, being a blessing to others, and especially just being a grandma to Brucie.
Leanne is survived by her husband, Charles 'Tim' Hudson; daughter, Amber Hilton; grandson, Brucie; mother, Arlene Karrle; and brother, Fred Jr. (Debra) Karrle.
Leanne was preceded in death by her father, Fred Sr., and a previous husband, Steve Hilton.
Friends are invited to a Celebration of Life visitation on Wednesday, July 8, 2020, from 5:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. at Grace Fellowship Church, DeMotte, IN. Worship Service will start at 6:00 p.m. with Pastors: Tim Hester and Tim Hayward leading worship.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to: DeMotte Christian School. BOERSMA FUNERAL HOME OF WHEATFIELD has been entrusted with these arrangements.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Judy & Pastor Gary Nagy
July 8, 2020
Leanne was a good friend. Amber and our daughter were best friends growing up and had fun adventures with Leanne. Leanne was a very fun mom. She cherished being a grandma to Brucie. We are praying for Tim and especially Amber and Brucie. Much love❤
Scott Lindsey
July 4, 2020
A good mom and grandma
Scott Lindsey
June 27, 2020
A good mom and grandma
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