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Robert Hilldrup Obituary

HILLDRUP, Robert Pendleton, soldier, author, educator, and former newspaperman, died January 17, 2024. Surviving are his wife of 67 years, Jo Ann Lee Hilldrup; three sons, Lee, Frank, and Mark Hilldrup, nine grandchildren, and ten great grandchildren.

Funeral services will be private.

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Published by Richmond Times-Dispatch on Jan. 21, 2024.

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Melinda Lewis

January 27, 2024

We will miss seeing Bob on his daily walk in our neighborhood! He was always so kind to stop and chat with us and our girls. Wishing peace to his family and loved ones at this time.

Maggie wilkinson

January 23, 2024

Mark, thanks for your letter. Your dad was my friend and mentor. I will cherish the memories and miss him. Condolences to you and your brothers.

RUSSELL H MYERS

January 22, 2024

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

RUSSELL H MYERS

January 21, 2024

Condolences for your loss

Edward & Carol Lubno

January 21, 2024

Thinking of The Hilldrup family with caring & sympathy. Mr Hilldrup was blessed with three sons Lee,Frank, & Mark who were devoted to his care. Peace be with you

Tara Barton

January 21, 2024

I enjoyed seeing the couple walking our neighborhood together. Always a bright smile and wave of the cane. He will be missed!

Kristy Cacciapaglia

January 21, 2024

Sending my condolences to the Hilldrup family. I am honored to have called Mr. Hilldrup my friend for so many years. I will cherish my memories of all our chats about literature, history, politics. He will be greatly missed.

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