Charles Wilfred Hill (Taiowisakarere)
December 23, 1937 - February 07, 2016
Passed away suddenly, at the West Haldimand General Hospital at the age of 78 years. Charlie leaves behind his loving Partner-in-Life, Carol-Ann Cheff. He is also survived by his children: Sue Ellen (Derek) of Victoria, B.C., Lawrence of Edmonton, Alberta, Francois (Camille) of Montreal, Quebec, Angelique of Vancouver, B.C., and his step- children: Justin, Jacquelyn and Nicholas all from the Ottawa area. His sisters: Alice (Neil, deceased) Smith of Six Nations and M.Dorothy (Richard) Jackson of Ann Arbor, Michigan. Also surviving him are several grandchildren and one great-granddaughter, nieces, nephews and extended family, friends and colleagues. Predeceasing him are his Parents: Charles and Effie (Montour) Hill, Brothers: Clarence (Bunny), Fred (Mick), Niece Janet Hill, Nephews John and Jeff Smith. The family will honour his life with visitation at Styres Funeral Home, 1798 4th Line, Ohsweken on Wednesday 6-8 pm. where funeral service will be held on Thursday, February 11, 2016 at 11 am. Interment in the Medina Baptist Church Cemetery. A Potluck Luncheon is being planned and everyone is welcomed to join the family following the Interment. www.rhbanderson.com
Condolences
Posted by
Mel Maracle
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Feb 8th, 2016
I am so sad to hear of Charlie's passing. I have known him for many, many years when he lived in Ottawa. I always enjoyed his many stories and wonderful sense of humour. A great loss. He will be fondly remembered and truly missed. With much respect and love
Mel Maracle
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Anne Noonan
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Feb 8th, 2016
My deepest condolences to the family.I met Charlie in 1976 in Toronto when we both worked for the Friendship Centre movement, what a joy he was to know Charlie had sucha vigour for life that engaged everyone he met.3
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Pat Baxter
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Feb 8th, 2016
Charlie was one of my favorite friends.He was a great contributor to the Aboriginal community and a playful wonderful friend. May you rest in peace Charlie so very glad to of known you!
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Michele Bourque
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Feb 8th, 2016
So sorry to hear the news. Condolences to his family. I sat on the Odawa board with Charlie and we both worked st diand. He made a difference. Rest in peace my friend. Michele Bourque
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Noella & Tom Bazil
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Feb 9th, 2016
So sorry to hear of Charlie passing really enjoyed the times that we had when he would visit with us. Our Condolences to you Carol and Charlie's family.
Aunt Noella & Uncle Tom
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Ted Montour
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Feb 9th, 2016
My sincere condolences to Carol-Ann and all of Charlie's family. His contributions and influence in the lives of countless people will be a lasting legacy. I wish him a pleasant journey to the spirit world. And we'll all miss his cooking.
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Dorothy Cook
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Feb 9th, 2016
Rest in peace Charlie. I remember our first meeting so many years ago with NHPO. My condolences to your family and many friends.
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Delores Peltier-Corkey
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Feb 9th, 2016
It is with sadness I hear of Charlie's passing, my sincere condolences to Carol-Ann and his family. Charlie was a true advocate when working with his passion of housing for Aboriginal People; I enjoyed working with him while he served on the Board at Gignul Housing here in Ottawa. He sure is going to be missed but he must now take direction to the Spirit World where he will soar among the eagles...RIP Charlie
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Marie Missyabit
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Feb 10th, 2016
Charlie, I have such fond memories of you, back in the early 1980s at Odawa, I will miss the sound of your laughter and twinkling eyes, my condolences to your family and friends, MM
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Beaver Paul
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Feb 10th, 2016
Charlie was a mentor and a dear friend. I remember the good times, his smile and red pen. He was a kind man and helped many individuals throughout his life. A candle will be in the window tomorrow night to celebrate the passing of a good friend.
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pam and bill montour
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Feb 10th, 2016
We are very sad to hear of our friend passing. We had so much laughs with him while we lived in Ottawa at our inter-tribal parties and will muss running into him occasionally in the community
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Bob and Mae Decontie
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Feb 10th, 2016
We will remember you Charlie. Thanks for mentoring me at INAC and AFN in the late 80's. Our condolences to family. RIP, my friend.
Bob
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Paulette Tremblay
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Feb 10th, 2016
I am sending my condolences, prayers and warm thoughts to Charlie's family and loved ones. Charlie and I had many wonderful adventures working together at the Assembly of First Nations on Wisdom of the Fire, a fire safety curriculum. He was such a strong advocate for First Nations housing and made significant contributions in this area for many years. I will miss you and chat with you in my dreams Charlie. Paulette
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Frances Sanderson
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Feb 11th, 2016
I was very sad to hear that Charlie had passed into the Spirit World. My condolences to Carol Ann and all of his family. Charlie was a delight to know. His impish sense of humour, his sparkling eyes and his warm heart will be missed by so many. I will celebrate memories of having known such a man. Charlie, rest in peace and contentment knowing you truly made a difference for so many.
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Carrie Diabo
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Mar 17th, 2016
My condolences to Charlie's family. Charlie was a man of many talents, many jokes and many smiles! RIP Charlie
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Ken williams
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Mar 8th, 2017
Charlie was a fun guy. I knew him when he worked at the Native Friendship Centre of Montreal. I would run into him at pow wows selling food from his mobile cooking truck. Wil miss seeing him.hwWF
