Michael James Hills
December 28, 1957 ~ May 13, 2010
Resided in:
Fletcher, NC
Asheville Butterfly Trail
Michael James Hills
Fletcher – Michael James Hills, 52, of Bob Barnwell Rd., Fletcher, died on Thursday, May 13, 2010.
A native of N. Fond du Lac, WI, Mr. Hills was a son of Nancy Roloff Hills and of the late James Emanuel Hills.
Mr. Hills worked for the United States Postal Service and enjoyed golfing, fishing, old cars, family get-togethers and spending time with friends. He was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force with 17 years of service, attaining the rank of Staff Sgt.
In addition to his mother, Mr. Hills is survived by his daughter, Christina Thaxton and her husband, Ryan; sons, Jon Hills, and Joe Hills and his wife, Millie; sisters, Kathleen M. Crowder and husband Jim, and Terri J. Schulze and husband Dan; brothers, Gary Hills and wife Sue, and Jeffrey Hills and wife Rhonda; grandchildren, Cadence Thaxton, Isabella Thaxton, and Tyler A. Hills, and several nieces and nephews.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 6:00 PM on Friday, May 21, 2010 at Living Savior Lutheran Church with the Pastor John Qualmann officiating.
His family will receive friends from 4:00-6:00 PM on Friday, May 21 at the church.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be made to Living Savior Lutheran Church, 301 Overlook Road, Asheville, NC 28803.
Groce Funeral Home at Lake Julian is assisting the family.
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I’m so sorry for your loss. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers and this difficult time.
Letting you know our thoughts and prayers are with all of you now. And will be thinking of Mike. Even though we are far apart there has always been a spot in my heart where all my family is remembered and loved. I wish I could be there to tell you so. Love Lori
Sorry to hear about Mike’s passing. Best wishes to the family.
My prayers for God’s peace and comfort are with your family. Mike was a friend that I knew from Applebees, where we both came to socialize. A lot of people are hurting because we will miss him so much. We will all remember his quiet strength, warm smile, and love for family and friends.
Sorry for the loss of your brother,If I can do anything, call,love ,Vicki
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. The sadness in life is unavoidable, but God’s love gives us the strength we need.Love, Becky
I worked with Mike at the Asheville plant. He always spoke to me and was very kind and friendly to all who worked with him. My thoughts and prayers go out to his children and family.
Our deepest condolences to Mike’s family, Aunt Nancy, Gary, Kathy, Terri and families. Mike will be sorrily missed by our family. Randy and I enjoyed all the good times we had growing up with Mike. I remember the good times we had spent at the cottage, family get-togethers and Mike’s hospital stay with me. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Love, Dan & Sue
I was very upset to learn of Mike’s passing. Mike and I worked together for over 4 years and were very good friends as well as fellow Air Force retirees. My prayer are with each and everyone of you. May God’s blessings be with you all.
I met Mr. Hills a few times hanging out at Tina’s, and while working at Best Buy. He was always friendly and generous. May he rest in peace.
Our deepest sympathy. May you hold on to those special memories.
As a coworker he was always nice to me and we shared a few good laughs. My thoughts and prayers go to his family and friends as I am sure he will be missed. May God bless you and comfort you.
I met Mike and his daughter Tina about three years ago through Applebee’s. He was one of the nicest people I had ever met and I enjoyed talking with him. I am so sorry for your loss.
Mike was a great guy who always greeted you with a smile, his kind words an great humor always made you laugh, it was a pleasure to know Mike an be his Friend. He will be missed .God Bless You.An your Family.
My thoughts and prayers are with Mike’s family. I worked with Mike for years, God Bless him and keep him. He will be missed.
Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal. Deepest Sympathy to Mike’s family, he will be greatly missed.
Mike has been my tax client probably for fifteen years and I always enjoyed seeing him. He will be greatly missed. So sorry for your loss.
We miss you so much already Mikey. Love you.
MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO YOUR FAMILY.
NANCY, GOD HAS ANOTHER ANGEL TO WATCH OVER YOU. AND TO GARY AND SUE, I LOVE YOU GUYS.
CAROL HOLLIFIELD
Aunt Nancy,Gary,Kathy,Terri & Jeff,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all, at this sad time.
From kindergarten to the time we graduated we had a blast, sadly missed
Bye my brother, I’ll always remember all the good times we had in the Mexican Army. See ya on the other side amigo, via con dios.