Val D. Hillwig

Val D. Hillwig, age 64, of Parker Personal Care Home, on August 15, 2020 moved to a mansion that his Savior prepared for him in Heaven.  Val was surrounded by his family during his final day on earth. 

Born June 14, 1956 in Butler, he was the son of Leo G. “Rocky” and Beulah M. “Boots” (Dowling) Hillwig.

In 1975, he graduated from East Brady High School and then attended Toccoa Falls College, School of Christian Ministries in Toccoa Falls, GA.  Although he was unable to work due to a disability, Val’s joy in life was sharing Jesus Christ with his family and friends.  During his time at Parker Personal Care Home, he enjoyed leading Bible Study Sessions and praying for those he loved.  He also loved spending time with Chris, his brother and best friend. 

Val is survived by six brothers; Richard L. “Dick” (wife Marilyn) Hillwig, Larry A. (late Sherry) Hillwig, Leo G. “Lee” ( wife Sharon) Hillwig, Terry R. Hillwig, Chris A. Hillwig, Theodore J. “Tee” (wife Diane) Hillwig.  Two sisters; Sherry R. “Niddy” Hillwig (husband Harry) Thomas and Rebecca L. “Bunny” Myers (husband Bud) Snyder. 

He is also survived by 19 nieces and nephews and a multitude of great nieces and nephews. 

Family members that have passed on to heaven before him include his parents, sisters Donna M. Hillwig Myers and Saundra J. “Sandi” Hillwig Evankovich and her husband John, and brother Daniel W. “Danny” Hillwig. 

Friends of Val D. Hillwig will be received from 2:00-4:00 and 6:00-8:00PM Wednesday, August 19, 2020 at Buechele Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 707 Kellys Way, East Brady, PA 16028.

A Funeral Service will be held in the Funeral Home at 8:00 PM Wednesday with Pastor Paul DeBacco of the Criswell Baptist Church officiating.

Those attending the services Wednesday are asked to wear a face mask or appropriate facial covering. 

Private burial will be in Bradys Bend Cemetery.

Val is missed very much by family and friends.  In lieu of flowers, the Hillwig Family suggests that donations be made in Val’s name to Parker Personal Care 103 Seward Street, Parker, PA 16049

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