HILL, DAVID JAMES - It is with great sadness that the family of David James Hill announce his passing, which occurred on October 17, 2012 at the Saint John Regional Hospital. Born in Verdun, Quebec, in 1935 he was the son of the late Cecil and Margaret (Brannigan) Hill. David worked for various companies throughout his career including Bomac in Montreal as a photo engraver, Keystone Industries and Canada Printing Inc. in Saint John, and his most recent position as Branch Manager for Reiger Printing Inc. in Saint John until his retirement at 58. David was a faithful and devoted husband and father, who was always very involved in his children and grand-children’s activities. He was an avid boater and long-time member of the Renforth Boating Club. He was a passionate guitar player and loved weight lifting. David was very generous, lived life to the fullest and fought until the end. He is survived by his loving wife of 49 years Marylin (Moore) Hill; children Joanne London of Quispamsis, Kimberley (Matt) Steward of Saint John, Davina Hill (Arthur Profitt), Mark Hill and Steven (Judi) Hill all of Rothesay; grandchildren Scott, Terri, Kelly, Kirstie and Jamie and great-grandchildren Jaeda, Jake and Lexi; sister Beverley June Hill of Quebec; brother-in-law Richard (Yvonne) Moore of Kitchener, On; niece Janice Moore and family and nephew Stephen (Susan) Moore and family. The family would like to sincerely thank Dr. Lisa Yang for her care and kindness, the nurses and staff of Palliative Care at the SJRH and to all the staff of Extra Mural, especially Cathy Tufts, for her wonderful care, and their kindness shown to David and the family throughout his illness.
Arrangements are under the direction of Fundy Funeral Home, 230 Westmorland Road, Saint John, NB (646-2424). By Dave’s request there will be no visitation. A memorial service will be held at Fundy Funeral Home Chapel on Tuesday, October 23, 2012 at 1 pm with Interment in Fernhill Cemetery followed by a reception at the funeral home. Donations made to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family. www.fundyfuneralhome.com