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Arthur Austin Hill, 83, of Sandusky, passed away Saturday evening, October 3, 2015 at Stein Hospice Care Center after a brief illness.
He was born on December 8, 1931 in Sandusky, OH to the late Arthur William and Florence (Perla) Hill.
Arthur was a 1949 graduate of Sandusky High School. He proudly served his country in The United States Marine Corps during the Korean Conflict. While serving; he was awarded a Purple Heart, U.N. Ribbon and a Bronze Star Medal for an act of valor. He was a self-employed trade electrician for many local companies before being employed by New Departure Hyatt where he retired in 1992 after 18 years of service. In his spare time he enjoyed square dancing, traveling, camping, and spending time with family.
He is survived by his sons, Steven (Linda) Hill of North Madison, OH and Thomas (Ellen) Hill of Sandusky; daughters, Amanda (Jim) Florance of Sandusky and Kassandra Huett of Mountain Home, Arkansas; ten grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces, nephews, and other relatives.
In addition his parents, he is preceded in death by his first wife, Ann Marie (Graves) Hill; his second wife, Nancy Lou (Recker) Hill; his three sisters, Mary Long, Barbara Daniels and Patricia Theobald.
At the family's request cremation has taken place, a Memorial Service will take place on Friday, October 16, 2015 at 11:00 am with Chaplain Charles Odums presiding. Groff Funeral Homes and Crematory is assisting the family with arrangements.
In lieu of flowers, those wishing to contribute to Arthur's memory may do so to Stein Hospice Services 1200 Sycamore Line Sandusky, OH 44870.
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