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Submitted by adele on Mon, 06/23/2025 - 03:17:PM

Robert (Bob) Lorne Hills passed away early in the morning on Monday June 23, 2025, with his wife Christine Facette at his side. He was 69 years old. Bob was a loving big brother to his three siblings, the late Wendy Hills, Deanne McLaughlin (Terry) and Kevin Hills (Juli Ann Wall). Predeceased by his parents Arthur and Pauline (Barfoot) Hills. Survived by children Alexander McCann (Lena), Andrea McCann (Kentish Watson), and Matthew McCann (Maddie), many cousins, grandchildren, nieces, great nieces, nephews, great nephews, one great grandson and one great great nephew.

Bob was born and died in Ottawa, but lived all over the world both as a child and as an adult. He attended RMC in Kingston Ontario, graduating with a Chemical Engineering degree and a large number of lifelong friendships that continue to endure, 50 years later. He served with the Air Force for almost 30 years, retiring as a LCol at the age of 48, after which he met his wife to be through mutual friends. Together they travelled, enjoyed many music concerts, football games, and the simple pleasures of staying home, reading books on the deck, swimming, fires in the fireplace and entertaining friends and family. Bob had a wonderful dry wit and the ability to see the humour in every situation. He was an avid fan of board gaming, from which he developed several deep friendships.

Hosting parties was a passion, particularly his neighbourhood Christmas parties. This created a sense of community that extended to a monthly breakfast club of the street’s seniors.

He will be missed by all of his friends and family, including his in laws, who loved him as one of their own.

Bob’s last few months were spent at the Ottawa Heart Institute. A heartfelt thanks to the staff who cared for him there, particularly the nurses and doctors on H5. His final days were at St. Vincent’s Palliative Care Unit.

Donations to either of these organizations, in lieu of flowers, would be greatly appreciated.

Family and friends are invited to visit at the Beechwood National Memorial Centre, 280 Beechwood Avenue, Ottawa, on Friday, July 11 from 12 p.m. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. in Beechwood’s Sacred Space, followed by the interment in the National Military Cemetery.

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The Pereira Family

Sending our deepest condolences and lots of love from Rivershore.

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Linda Griffin

Dear Christine & family,
I’m so sorry to hear of Bob’s passing. Although I only met him a couple of times, it was clear he was a kind and caring person. When we met up at the football game last year, I learned that Bob was a “hugger” … such a gentle soul. My thoughts are with you Christine and all of the family … take care. Sending hugs and much love, Linda

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Gwen Hammill

My deepest condolences to Christine and family. Bob will be truly missed. You are in my thoughts.

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Michel Facette and Aline Gatien

So sorry to hear about your loss Christine. Our deepest condolences to you and your family.

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Derek Grant

Bob and I shared many years of service together. I always enjoyed his candor and wit. He was a natural teacher toward junior personnel, and a super team builder.

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Craig Flewelling

Bob and I first met 44 years ago in Comox. I was a brand new pilot on VU 33 Squadron and Bob was the squadron maintenance officer. As the only two batchelors on squadron, we hit it off immediately. Soon after we rented a big family home in Comox. Our weekly entertainment was hosting an all night poker game on Friday nights at our home. While our squadron mates always enjoyed our "games night" ... not so with their wives. More often than not, they had to deal with bleary eyed husbands the next morning that had to explain the absence of any money in their wallets. Not only was Bob lucky at cards, he was lucky in life ... never so much as when he met Chistine. Our paths diverged over the next 44 years but we always kept our friendship a priority. He was such a good friend and always had a witty and humorous anecdote for me whenever I needed that to move thru life's challenges. I couldnt' have asked for a better friend. "As long as the memory of certain beloved friends lives in my heart, I shall say that life is good."

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Pamela Miles-Seguin

Christine, Sincere sympathy on the loss of your partner. My heart goes out to you, your family and Bob's family during this difficult time. He will be remembered as a very special person who brought much love to you.

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Terry Leversedge

I regret that time and distance will prevent our attendance at the funeral and the subsequent socialization. Bob was a good friend both at the college and in our AERE careers together. We spent many a weekend “road-running” between Borden and Kingston in the early days of our training at RMC and CFSAOE in Borden in the summers. He often "bummed" a ride with me until he switched to his motorcycle. I always appreciated his wit and “tell it like it is” approach. It was great to see him at the reunion last year. We will make a donation in his memory. Our very best to the family and their close friends at this difficult time.

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Mike and Darla Wells

We are so sorry for the passing of Bobbie, I do remember some of our fun times at Trenton and when the family would come to Guelph. Your cousin Darla

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Sue

My deepest sympathies to you and family. Lots of love and huga

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