Alvin M. Hildebrand
Alvin M. Hildebrand, age 75, of Paloma, IL, died on Monday, February 4, 2019 in his home. He was born on August 2, 1943 in Quincy, IL the son of Leonard and Elsie (Blickhan) Hildebrand. He married Marilyn Mettemeyer on August 1, 1964. She survives.
Mr. Hildebrand was a LP Salesman and Deliveryman first for Adams FS and later for Two Rivers FS retiring in 2010 after 46 years of service. He was a member St. Joseph Catholic Church. He served in the United States Army during the Vietnam Era. Alvin was a member of the Coatsburg Lions Club and the Quincy Knights of Columbus #583. He was also a member of the Western Catholic Union. Alvin was instrumental in the Paloma Veterans Memorial. He loved to cook, especially for big events. He loved his yard and yardwork and was passionate about his Christmas light display. He also loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren.
In addition to his wife, he is also survived by:
TWO DAUGHTERS: Suzanne (Adam) Ortiz of Hudson, IL and Sandra (Wilson) Velazquez of Normal, IL
FOUR GRANDCHILDREN: Kelsey (Addison) Shurtz; Cory (Megan) Ortiz; Kayla Ortiz; and Keisha Carmona Hildebrand.
SIBLINGS: Paul (Norma) Hildebrand; Margie (Gene) Venvertloh; Merle (Dory) Hildebrand; Edie Aschemann; David (Mary Ann) Hildebrand; Carolyn (Jim) Ankrom; Philip (Jeannie) Hildebrand; and Peggy Kindhart.
Numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives also survive.
Alvin was preceded in death by his parents and brothers-in-law: Carl Aschemann and Darrell Kindhart.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, February 9, 2019 at 8:45 a.m. in the Duker & Haugh Funeral Home and at 9:30 a.m. in St. Joseph Catholic Church. Interment in St. Joseph Cemetery with military rites conducted at the cemetery. Visitation will be held on Friday evening from 4:00 until 7:00 p.m. at the Duker & Haugh Funeral Home. Memorials may be made to the Unity Point Hospice, The Blessing Cancer Center or to St. Joseph Catholic Church
Deepest sympathies to Paul & Norma and the rest of the family. You are in our thoughts and prayers
Our condolences to Marilyn and family. Our prayers are with you and yours.
It’s hard to put down 20 years of working together memories but just know you are going to be missed by all of us over here so very much! Thank you for all the laughter, smiles, Apple bars, popcorn, porkchops, cookies and genuine kindness you showed to us all throughout the years! Rest easy my friend! You earned those golden wings! Save some ice cream for the rest of us !
Hildebrand family, so sorry for your loss. May God grant you comfort and peace during your time of loss and sorrow!
Marilyn so sore for your loss. Thoughts and prayers for you all
Deepest sympathy on the loss of your father. Prayers and thoughts for your family. From the family of Bill in Georgian and Ballard
Marilyn and girls we are so sorry for your loss.
We are so sad to hear of the passing of Alvin. The neighborhood will not be the same without the hum of his lawn mower come Spring. Our love and prayers go to Marilyn and the family during this difficult time. God’s speed, Alvin! See you in heaven!
So sorry to hear about the Family’s lost, Mr Hilebrand was always good to me, My thoughts and prayers are with the family during this difficult time, may he rest in peace…..