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Harry W. Hill
of Owego
Harry W. Hill, 74, of Owego, passed away Friday, August 8, 2008, at home. Harry was predeceased by his parents, Harry Harvey and Alice Evelyn Baker Hill; brothers, Bruce Hill, Howard Hill; and sister, Judy Mitchell. Harry is survived by his close companion of 36 years, Sue Nichols, Owego; children, Karen (Mike) Longo, Glen Aubrey, James (Susie) Hill, Niles, Ohio, Patricia Chapman, Charlotte, N.C., and Minji Hill, Albany; grandchildren, Amber and Daniel Longo, Christopher and Matthew Hill, and Zachary Chapman; brothers and sisters, Arlene Ritchey, Vista, Barbara (Rolf) Schenkel, Salisbury, Conn., Alice Stefanisko, Rolesville, N.C., Roger Hill, Stamford, Conn., Nancy Consorte, Vista, and Dorothy Sirico, Rolesville, N.C.; and many nieces and nephews. Harry served in the United States Army, then graduated from the University of Connecticut in 1962 with honors and retired after 30 years with IBM in Owego.
At Harry's request, there will be no services. In lieu of flowers, please make memorials in Harry's name to Lourdes Hospice, 4102 Old Vestal Road, Vestal, N.Y. 13850. Arrangements are under the care of Estey, Munroe & Fahey Funeral Home, 15 Park Street, Owego. www.emfaheyfunerahome.com

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Published by Press & Sun-Bulletin on Aug. 9, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
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Nancy Consorte

September 4, 2008

To My Brother
You will be missed as a brother,
You will be missed as a friend,
You still enter my mind,
Over and over again.

I do find some comfort,
Though you're not here on this earth,
Our sister Judy, once told me,
It's not death, it's rebirth.

So to all who have loved you,
And your "Harry Chapin" song,
I believe you're walking with angels,
Since they,ve carried you home.

Nancy

Kenneth Hill

August 21, 2008

Uncle Sonny we said goodbye to you from Rogers boat yesterday.It was very emotional. Anyway aunt Barbara told me Alice was the one who told grandma about what happened at the yacht club. Don't worry I won't say nothing I'm from Italy.Take care say hey to grandma,Bruce, Judy,Howard. I still have one for the bank thanks Uncle Sonnny.
Ken.
PS we wished Karen Happy BD

Carole Hill

August 16, 2008

Harry, You will always hold a special place in my heart as the Dad of our three children, Karen, Jim and Patti.
You will be missed but never forgotten, our thoughts and love are with you always. Love, Carole

Barb

August 12, 2008

Sue, I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Steve Jackson

August 12, 2008

Dear Sue and Family,

What a strange coincidence that we were just talking about Harry within the past week and reminiscing about the good old days and the cast of characters we knew as family at the John Barleycorn. Harry could always be counted on for saying something funny every time you saw him or at the very least, a poor rendition of a Harry Chapin song, air guitar included. I think of the Saturday afternoons spent playing Wheel of Fortune for money and (I swear) Harry knew the answer but let me win because I was going to college and he knew every penny I earned I needed. Whenever I saw that show, heard a Harry Chapin tune, or was making a cocktail and added ice (because as Harry would say "You NEVER threw out the marinated ice!") I thought of him. He was a good man with a good heart. We will always remember him.

Dot Sirico

August 11, 2008

Dear Nancy~ Our sister, our friend, our hero~ thank you for being with Sonny the last weeks of his life. I'm sure it took a lot out of you to watch him day after day getting weaker & weaker. Along with Sue, you both gave him his last wish~ to be at home. I have never had the pleasure of meeting Sue's brother Matt. He certainly went above and beyond the call of duty for all he has done for Sonny.
We must remember he's at peace now. No more hurting. Keep in mind the words to one of his favorite songs (CIRCLE) "I got this funny feeling that we'll all get together again". Till then Sonny, may the Good Lord Bless and keep you! Nancy, Sue, Matt~ thanks again May God be with you always. Love, Dot, Peg, Alice, Arelene, Barbara and Roger.

Dot Sirico

August 11, 2008

Dear Sue~ I know these few words not only come from my heart,but my sisters & brother as well. Thank you for all you've done for Harry thru the years. I know his death was as devastating to you as it was to us. We have to know there's a better place to be other than here on Earth. The Good Lord knew there was no recovering for him so He took him in His arms & brought him home. Again many thanks to you~ We love you, The Hill Family

Dale Byxbee

August 11, 2008

Sonny,My friend....I will miss you and all the silly jokes,when ever I think of you I will always laugh some.I thank you for that,"Laughter the gift that keep's on giving".Say Hi to Mom for me....love Dale

Patti Chapman

August 10, 2008

Time goes by so fast and I'm sad that you're gone. You'll be missed and as always, in my thoughts. Love, Patti

Arlene Ritchey

August 10, 2008

Sonny, We loved you dearly and will miss you forever. Our world will always seem a little bit sadder without you in it. You'll never be more than a thought away.. Your sisters Arlene,Barbara,Alice,Nancy and Dot and brother Roger.

Larry Yassen

August 9, 2008

Sue, A part of Harry will remain within me always. I'm so sorry.
Larry Yassen

Vanessa Elswick

August 9, 2008

Sue,
I'm so sorry to hear of Harry's passing. We all had lots of fun in the old days! He was a great guy!
Take care, Vanessa (Adams) Elswick

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