Following a lengthy illness, Maureen passed away in the University of Alberta Hospital, surrounded by dear friends and family.
For nearly 50 years, cherished wife of Leigh of Edmonton–semicolon– loving mother to Aimée Hill of Edmonton and Tyler Hill (Rachel Irshick) of Vancouver. Much loved sister to Patricia Passmore (Bob) of Kelowna, B.C., Elaine Bessuille of Yarrow, B.C., and Cathie Berry (Dick Anderson) of Musquodoboit Harbour, N.S., and sister-in-law Lynn Hill (Colin Hollis) of Etobicoke, ON. Proud Aunt of Aida Anderson and George (Sandy) Passmore and Great Aunt to Paige, Gavin and Shae.
Formerly, over a long career with Edmonton Catholic Schools as a dedicated and caring learning/reading consultant and Early Childhood/Division I teacher, Maureen helped hundreds of energetic young children in Greater Edmonton develop and grow.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian PBC*Society–semicolon– *(primary biliary cholangitis)
Lana Garcia says
I am so sad to hear the news about your Mom, Aimee. She was one of the important mentors to me in my career. I learned so many things about early literacy from her and she was always willing to come out to my classroom. She was one of the kindest people I knew and I feel she was taken too soon. You and your family are in my thoughts.
Yvonne Casey says
I had the privilege of meeting and working with Maureen at Blessed Kateri for a short while. She was wonderful with staff and students alike. She will be missed by all. I am so sorry for your loss my words cannot express my sympathy for you all.
Connie Roy says
I was absolutely stunned by the announcement of Maureen’s (your mom’s) death. She was such a vibrant and happy person, and a wonderful teacher. May God bless you and give you strength during this difficult time.
Edith McElwain says
I worked with Maureen at Blessed Kateri School when it first opened. We were part of a great school and wonderful staff. I was sad to hear of Maureen’s lengthy illness and of her passing. My condolences and prayers to her family.
Rick Morrow says
Leigh, my thoughts are with you and your family on Maureen’s passing. Although I did not know her, it is apparent that she was a strong positive factor in the lives of many children and this is a meaningful part of her legacy. Take care.
Rick
Scotty Day says
Maureen was the wife of Leigh Hill who was with me in Alberta Education and we often talked about our families
Condolences to Leigh and the Hill family.
Maryse Hatchard says
My condolences to you and your family Aimée. Your home and your family was a solid place for me at a time when nothing else seemed to be. I will always remember that and always appreciate your friendship during those years. She was taken away from you too soon.
Shauna Vander Well says
Our condolences, Leigh, Aimée, Tyler, and family,
We are so sorry to hear of Maureen’s passing; she was such a lovely, warm person and we know she will be sadly missed. We met Maureen when she joined the Alberta Region of the Canadian PBC Society; she was a cherished member who was always eager and willing to participate, share companionship, and help our members stay connected. We remember her fondly and wish you moments of comfort in your grief.
Sincerely,
Shauna Vander Well on behalf of the members of the Alberta Region of the Canadian PBC Society
Isabella & Matthew Pierce says
Our son’s first love was “Mrs. Hill”. Back in 1990 Matthew had the honor of having her for his kindergarten teacher. I don’t know when or how but a special bond formed between them and he gave her a picture of him in a small frame and she in turn gave him one of her. She told him to keep it in his room and she would do the same. Well he still has that picture and when I told him of “Mrs. Hill’s” passing he was so sad. He said she was someone he always wanted to do well for. When he graduated from Austin O’Brien in 2003 he asked “Mrs. Hill” to attend his commencement ceremony and of course she came. Another photo was taken and exchanged and he still has that one as well.
Working with ECS I had the opportunity to run into Maureen at our school opening mass, faith development day and a few other occasions. Maureen always asked about Matthew. She was a gentle, kind and caring lady who loved her students and genuinely cared for them. No matter how much time passed she was someone who remembered all the details.
We want to extend our sympathy to the family and pray that her love and warm embrace will comfort you on the days ahead that seem hard. She was an angel here on earth and now we are blessed to have her watching over all of us.
So many people enter our lives but few make a permanent imprint on our hearts. Thank you “Mrs. Hill”. You will be missed.
Marc Sanscartier says
To the Hill Family,
My sincere condolences on the passing of your wife and mother. May God bless you during this difficult time. Peace, Marc