Val Hillwig

Val D. Hillwig, 64, of Parker Personal Care Home, on Aug. 15, 2020, moved to a mansion that his Savior prepared for him in Heaven. Val was surrounded by his family during his final day on earth.

Born June 14, 1956, in Butler, he was the son of Leo G. “Rocky” and Beulah M. “Boots” (Dowling) Hillwig.

In 1975, he graduated from East Brady High School and then attended Toccoa Falls College, School of Christian Ministries in Toccoa Falls, Ga. Although he was unable to work due to a disability, Val’s joy in life was sharing Jesus Christ with his family and friends.

During his time at Parker Personal Care Home, he enjoyed leading Bible study sessions and praying for those he loved. He also loved spending time with Chris, his brother and best friend.

Val is survived by six brothers, Richard L. “Dick” (wife Marilyn) Hillwig, Larry A. Hillwig, Leo G. “Lee” (wife Sharon) Hillwig, Terry R. Hillwig, Chris A. Hillwig, Theodore J. “Tee” (wife Diane) Hillwig; and two sisters, Sherry R. “Niddy” Hillwig (husband Harry) Thomas and Rebecca L. “Bunny” Myers (husband Bud) Snyder.

He is also survived by 19 nieces and nephews; and a multitude of great-nieces and nephews.

Family members who have passed on to heaven before him include his parents; his sisters, Donna M. Hillwig Myers and Saundra J. “Sandi” Hillwig Evankovich and her husband John; a brother, Daniel W. “Danny” Hillwig; and his sister-in-law, Sherry.

Val is missed very much by family and friends.

HILLWIG — Friends of Val D. Hillwig, who died Saturday, Aug. 15, 2020, will be received from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at Buechele Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 707 Kellys Way, East Brady.

A funeral service will be held at 8 p.m. Wednesday in the funeral home with Pastor Paul DeBacco of the Criswell Baptist Church officiating.

Those attending the services Wednesday are asked to wear a face mask or appropriate facial covering.

Private burial will be in Bradys Bend Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, the Hillwig family suggests that donations be made in Val’s name to Parker Personal Care, 103 Seward St., Parker, PA 16049.

To view or express condolences, please visit www.buechelefuneralhome.com.