December 19, 1930 - February 20, 2018

George O. Hills, 87, was born on December 19, 1930 to Allen and Idell Hills of Spooner.  After attending Spooner schools, George enlisted in the Army, serving during the Korean War.

George worked for several years in the woods, cutting high line for Barron Electric and retiring from the Shell Lake Boat factory.

George was especially proud of his garden and could often be seen sitting by the house waving to the cars going by.

George is survived by five children, Clyde (Sandy) Hills, Michigan, Mary (Bob) Zehm, Spooner, Deb (Wayne) Slaughter, Oregon, Dorothy Hills, Spooner, Kathy (Steve) Arnsdorf, Eau Claire; 12 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren, 2 brothers, Don (Judy) Hills, Rice Lake, John (Ella Marie) Hills, Spooner, and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by 5 sisters, 3 brothers, a son in law, Dennis and two grandsons, Matthew and Dennis.

Last Update: Dec 16, 2018 5:44 pm CST