GARY FRANK HILLIER (31 Dec 1965 - 20 May 2025)

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Garden of England Crematorium Sheppy Way Sittingbourne ME9 8GZ
Date
6th Jun 2025
Time
1pm
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The Appleyard The Orchard Hall, Avenue of Remembrance Sittingbourne ME10 4DE
Date
6th Jun 2025
Time
2pm

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It is with deep sadness that we remember Gary Hillier, who passed away on 20th May 2025. Gary was born on 31st December 1965 at his grandparents’ home to proud parents Janet and Frank Hillier. He was the middle of three children and, as the only boy, was cherished by his older sister Tracey and younger sister Sarah.

Gary attended Boxgrove School from the age of five to eleven, also importantly during these years he met his lifelong best friend, Les who lived across the street— a bond that remained unbreakable through the years. He later went on to Abbeywood Comprehensive School, and at the age of sixteen, fate introduced him to the love of his life, Jeannette. Four years later, they married and soon welcomed their first son, Alec. 3 and a half years after that, their second son, Jake, completed their beautiful family.

Gary and Jeannette built a life full of love, laughter, and adventure. Their family grew even more with the addition of Alec’s wife Jade and Jake’s fiancé Sophie. In January 2017, Gary embraced his proudest role yet — becoming a grandfather, affectionately known as "Grangran," to his first grandchild, Albert. Gary was such a devoted and joyful grandfather that it felt only right that more grandchildren followed: Nellie arrived in June 2020, and Arthur completed the trio in November of the same year.

Gary was never happier than when surrounded by his family and especially his grandchildren. He loved to laugh, joke, and entertain — often playing the class clown and bringing joy to every gathering. His infectious spirit, kind heart, and boundless energy will be missed by all who knew and loved him.

Gary’s memory lives on in the laughter of his grandchildren, the stories shared by friends, and the love that surrounds his family. He will be deeply missed but never forgotten.

alec hillier wrote

Dad, I find myself here again missing you more with each passing day. I would give anything for just one more day with you—to hear your laugh, share a joke, or just sit and talk like we used to. I miss your guidance, your love, I miss you.

I have said it before but it's true and more apparent as the days go by you were more than my dad—you were my best friend, my anchor. I am just so grateful I have Jade and mum. Watch over mum please as she is on her own rollercoaster,but rest assured we are here and I am certain she knows it.
We all feel your absence every single day and the space you left can never be filled. The boys still talk about you, goes to show the man you was that you have created an ever lasting memory in such a short period of time. I carry your love and your lessons with me always and will pass them onto the boys raising them how you did me. I love you, I miss you, and I will forever hold you close even more so now that I have your boat on my leg. Xx

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Linda Power donated in memory of GARY

God bless you Gary Rest In Paradise xx

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Sarah Hillier wrote

Wow what an amazing amount raised. Thank you everyone means a lot. Although we would rather have gal here with us xx

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Viv and Ian and Family Ruggles donated £100 in memory of GARY

Remembered with a lot of love and affection and a smile for all those funny moments you created

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Paul McCartney donated £30 in memory of GARY

Rest In Peace Gal

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alec hillier wrote

On behalf of myself and our family, we want to extend our deepest thanks to each and every one of you who attended my father’s funeral and paid your respects whether in person or online. We were truly moved and humbled by the number of people who came to honour him and the profound impact he had on so many lives.

To see such a gathering was not only a source of comfort in our grief, but also a reflection of the man we knew him to be. Your presence was a tribute to the legacy he leaves behind.

As we now navigate life without him, we ask that you continue to remember and speak often of Lord Gary. Share the stories, the lessons, and the laughter. In doing so, we keep his spirit and memory alive.

With heartfelt gratitude,
The Hillier family.

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Tracey Mersh donated £20 in memory of GARY

RIP Gary Love Mr & Mrs Wards granddaughter x

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Sarah Jobson donated £30 in memory of GARY

You will be sadly missed love Viv and bob

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Sharon Kelleher donated £30 in memory of GARY

Sleep tight gary luv shaz and tom

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Lewis Dellbridge donated £50 in memory of GARY

RIP Gary. Great man taken too soon.

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Ryan Stunt donated £50 in memory of GARY

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Tracey Ayton donated £30 in memory of GARY

Gone to soon lovely Gary always there to help xx

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Jackie and Wayne Howell donated £50 in memory of GARY

Gone far too soon xx

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Janet Mawson donated in memory of GARY

Gone too soon.Fly high Gary,God bless x

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