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Albert Hillestad Obituary
SAN MIGUEL DE ALLENDE, Mexico - Albert W. Hillestad, 82, died Thursday, June 14, 2007, at his home in San Miguel de Allende.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Carol J. Hillestad.
Albert was born on July 11, 1924, in New Richmond, Wis. He was consecrated Bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Springfield in February of 1972. After he retired from the church, he worked at Easter Seals Rehabilitation Center in Mobile, Ala. He moved to San Miguel in 1989. Albert enjoyed his retirement, was well respected in the community and spent time knotting rugs, volunteering with handicapped children at the Centro de Crecimiento, and spending time with the children in his neighborhood. He lived a full, happy life and was loved by all who met him. He will be greatly missed.
Albert is survived by his children, Mary Holland, Michael (SoYoung) Hillestad, Lisa (Robert) O'Keefe, William (Julie) Hillestad, James (Kathy) Hillestad, Christina (Dan) Gerstenmaier and Paul Hillestad; 14 grandchildren; three brothers; a sister; and numerous cousins, nieces and nephews. Memorial contributions in Albert Hillestad's name may be made to Feed the Hungry. The U.S. address for donations is PMB 636, 220 N. Zapata Highway #11, Laredo, TX 78043-4464. A family memorial service will be held at a later date.
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Pia Yoswig
June 29, 2007
Lisa
So sorry to hear of your loss. Know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Pia
donald la charite
June 28, 2007
I just returned from san miguel de allende as albert passed away, he was a fine person and knew I was coming to see him
Jenny Glisson
June 27, 2007
Dear Mary, B.K. (for Bishop's kid),Lisa,William, Jim, Christina and Paul. We had some wonderful times with your family so many years ago in the house in Washington Park. It was so wonderful to always be so welcome in your home. My condolences are with you all.
Matthew Derrick
June 27, 2007
My deepest sympathy to Jim and all the Hillestads. I enjoyed growing up around your entire family and your fathers overflowing spirit.I especially enjoyed mass at home followed by the Bishops cooking.
Rick Glisson
June 27, 2007
Jim,
I was saddened to see the news of your father passing. I lost my mother last year. I know how difficult this time is for the family. It did bring back fond memories of the times we spent together growing up.
Dana (Lawless) Blair
June 27, 2007
Mary, Lisa, Bill
Thinking of you at this time. So sorry for your loss. I will keep you and your families in my Prayers. Hold on to the good memories.
Bissi DiCenso
June 27, 2007
My deepest sympathies go out to all of the Hillestad family.
Steve Frank
June 27, 2007
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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