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Norma Hilliard Obituary
Born Feb. 21, 1929, in Portville, she was the daughter of the late Fred and Clara Huey Russell. On Sept. 18, 1948, in Portville, she married Joseph Hilliard, who survives.
Mrs. Hilliard was a graduate of Portville Central School. She worked for many years at the switchboard for the former St. Francis Hospital in Olean. After her retirement, she worked at the former Green Thumb in Olean. She was a member of Christ United Methodist Church in Olean and Loyal Order of Moose Lodge Ladies Auxiliary. She enjoyed reading, crossword puzzles, word searches, playing Bingo and cards. Most of all, she loved spending time with family and friends.
In addition to her husband, she is survived by one son, Larry (Patricia) Hilliard of Texas; five daughters, Karen (Paul) St. Clair of Florida, Debbie Hilliard of Florida, Denise Wiltsey of Florida, Marcia (Bob) Graham of Florida and Pam (Richard) Davis of Allegany; eleven grandchildren, Laurie and Daniel Hilliard, Bobby and Jason Graham, Amy and Alan St. Clair, Mark and Kelly Wiltsey, Stephanie, Tyler and Cole Davis; seven great-grandchildren; two sisters, Vivian Stone of California and Annetta Strieber of Florida; and several nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by one brother, Milford Russell; and five sisters, Twila Brooks, Gail Hartwig, Laura VanHorn, Violet Cummings and Beatrice Humphrey.
Friends will be received from 4 to 7 p.m. Thursday at the Guenther Funeral Home, Inc., 1303 E. State St., Olean. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Friday (Feb. 2, 2018) at the funeral home. Rev. Suzanne Block, pastor of Christ United Methodist Church, will officiate. Burial will be in Allegany Cemetery.
Memorials, if desired, may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, 2805 Wehrle Drive, Buffalo, NY 14221.
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Memories and Condolences
for Norma Hilliard
Karen StClair
January 25, 2025
I sure do miss you Mom, You were a good mother and raised six good children. You would be proud of all of us today. Love you!
Karen StClair
August 6, 2023
I know it's been 5 years Mom that you've been gone but I sure do miss you
Debbie Hilliard
January 25, 2020
Miss You Every Day Mom! Love you
Jennifer Jarrett
February 2, 2018
Dear Debbie, Larry & Family: May the wonderful memories you have gathered over your lifetime bring you comfort during this difficult time.
jerry borden
February 1, 2018
Marcia, Bob, Jason, and family; My deepest condolences for your loss. Wish I could have made it down, but know all of you are in my thoughts and prayers.
February 1, 2018
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Jerry & Denise Russell
Mary Lou Childs
January 31, 2018
Condolences to all of the Hilliard family. So glad that Norma had a good long life and slept away peacefully. It doesn't get much better than that. I am sure you have lots of wonderful memories of fun times spent together over the years, and I hope they will ease your heartache.
Jillaine Comardo
January 31, 2018
Dear Marcia and Family,
Sending our deepest condolences, love and prayers from our family to yours to help you through this most difficult time.
Sincerely,
Paul & Jillaine Comardo
Kat Bradford Colley
January 31, 2018
My thoughts and prayers to the whole family. May your love for each other and from others lessen your grief.
Laurette & Donnie Mackenzie
January 31, 2018
So Sorry for your loss Debbie and all the Hilliard family.Love and prayers sent for comfort during this most difficult time. May God Bless you All.
January 31, 2018
So sorry for your loss.Our deepest sympathies to the family, we are thinking of you. The Disorbo family.
Catherine Moore
January 31, 2018
Debbie , Betty and family, I am so sorry for your great loss. Sending love and prayers from your Lakeland,Florida home.Holding you close to our hearts.
Marla and Chris Wendel
January 31, 2018
Our condolences to you and your family on the passing of your mother. It is never easy to lose a parent, no matter your age. We pray for your peace and comfort.
William Hilliard
January 31, 2018
Hey my Condolences I will see you all Thursday. I'm sorry for your guys loss.
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