Velma Iolene Hillis
January 29, 2025
Passed away peacefully and surrounded by her family, at University Hospital, on Wednesday, January 29, 2025, in her 98th year. Beloved wife of 70 years to the late Delbert Hillis (2019). Dear mother of Donna Acres (Richard) and Doug (Marjory). Loving Grandma of Charlene, Paul (Vicki) and Susan (Matt). Also loved by her six great-grandchildren and her sister Anne McRoberts (the late Earl). Velma was born in London Township to the late Gordon and Nellie Wilson. She was predeceased by her brothers Ken (Helen), Bill (Bev), Glenn, and her sister Shirley.
The family would like to thank the Palliative Care Unit at University Hospital for their compassionate care at her journey’s end. And a HUGE show of appreciation to the staff and residence of Kensington Retirement Village for making mom’s later years a welcoming community to live in. Thank you.
The funeral service will be conducted at Northview Funeral Chapel, 1490 Highbury Avenue North, London, on Saturday, February 8, 2025 at 12:00 p.m. with visitation two hours prior. Interment at Siloam Cemetery.
Donations to Dundas Street United Church – the Good Samaritan Cupboard or the charity of your choice in memory of Velma would be appreciated by the family.
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Sorry that we cannot attend the service today. I was sick during the night. God bless and keep you Doug and Marj. We are praying for everyone. Sharron, Lawrence and Bob
Dear Doug, Marjory and family, Our sincere condolences for the loss of your dear mother. We are keeping you and your family in our prayers. Carmen and Claudio
Donna & Richard - Our condolences on your mother's passing. Anne McRoberts & family - Our sympathy to your sister and aunt's passing. Our thoughts are with you at this time.
A donation has been made to Dundas street united church, Good Samaritan cupboard.
Dear Doug and Marjory Sending our sincere condolences to you and your family. Bryan and Brenda
A donation has been made to Dundas Street United Church - the Good Samaritan Cupboard.
Doug Donna and family I am sorry to hear about your mom’s passing. She lived a long life. I had a really nice talk with her not so long ago. Treasure your memories.
Our condolences Doug to you and your entire family from our family .
A donation has been made to Dundas Street United Church - Good Samaritan Cupboard.
Services for Velma Iolene Hillis
Visitation will be held at:
Northview Funeral Chapel
1490 Highbury Avenue North,
London, Ontario
February 8, 2025 10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Funeral Service will be held at:
Northview Funeral Chapel
1490 Highbury Avenue North,
London, Ontario
February 8, 2025 12:00 pm
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Dear Donna, Richard and family, Our sincere condolences to you in the passing of your dear mother. May your heart be flooded with the love and peace found only in God our Father now and always
~ Alex and Debbie Hyde