HILLIER, SYDNEY RALPH “Pap”

April 16, 1934 – March 1, 2020

Passed away March 1, 2020 at Charles S. Curtis Memorial Hospital in St. Anthony at the age of 85 years. Ralph, better known as ‘Pap’ was born and raised in Griquet to Stanley & Laura Hillier. On December 30, 1954 he married Nellie Adams and together they raised seven children. Pap was a fisherman, blaster – a jack of all trades but will be fondly remembered for his love of darts and storytelling. Pap was also known for his love of children. Each child was made to feel special in their time spent with him and returned their love for him. He will always be remembered and live in our hearts forever. Ralph Leaves to Mourn with a lifetime of memories, his Sons, Charles (Carol Anne), Carl (Shirley); Daughters, Ina (Wilbourne), Eileen (Eric), Glowena (Morris), Gaye (Harold), Teena (Morgan); Brothers, Gerald (Linda), Lewis (Joyce), Wilfred (Marilyn), Clayton (Susan), Garland (Joan); Sisters, Minnie (Roland) Tucker, Elizabeth (Hedley) Pilgrim. Ralph will also be greatly missed by his 14 grandchildren, 30 great grandchildren and a large circle of other relatives and close friends. Ralph was Pre-deceased by his Wife, Nellie; Parents, Stanley & Laura; Brothers, Hayward, Thomas, David; Sisters, Mable Humby & Miriam Hillier. Visitation was held from the St. Lunaire-Griquet Pentecostal Tabernacle from where the funeral service was held on Friday, March 6, 2020 at 2:00 pm with Pastor Harnum officiating. Interment followed. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre’s Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Lee Nippard Funeral Director.