Edward James Hillhouse Sr

Edward James Hillhouse was the eldest son of Clarence and Viola (Jackson) Hillhouse both of which preceded him in death. He was born in Chattanooga, Tennessee on November 14, 1931. As a child he attended Sunday school and professed a belief in the Bible. He graduated from Howard High school in Chattanooga, TN. He served in the armed services with the department of the Air Force for approximately ten years. He served as a Senior Cook and received a National Defense Service Medal. He was also involved with Desert Shield/Desert Storm. He was honorably discharged on April 30, 1960. On January 15, 1957 he was joined in holy matrimony to Arnola Elizabeth Roston in St. Louis, Missouri. To this union two children were born; Edward James Jr. and Larry Eugene. He worked for many years at the St. Louis Record Center, in the Distribution division on Page in Overland, Missouri and retired in 1981. He received numerous commendations and special achievement awards for his superior performance of duties. He departed this life to be with the Lord on March 30, 2014. He leaves to cherish his memory: a devoted and loving wife, Arnola Elizabeth; Two sons, Edward James, Jr., St. Louis, Missouri and Larry Eugene (Karen) Hillhouse, Tulsa, Oklahoma; One brother, Clarence (Charlotte), Phoenix, Arizona and One sister, Vivian xxx, Chattanooga, Tennessee; three grandchildren, Lauren Elizabeth, Peoria, Illinois, LeAndra Elisee and Larissa Elaina, Tulsa, Oklahoma. And a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives and friends. Our Granddad Our Granddad was a man who had smiles to brighten your days, who always made you feel good with his warm words of praise. And what’s more he knew what to do to make wishes come true. He was our Granddad. Our Granddad was someone who always had good stories to tell, but just as importantly he knew how to be a good listener as well. He was patient and kind and the very best friend you could ever hope to find. He was no ordinary man. And we’re proud to tell the world that Edward James Hillhouse Sr Was our Granddad. We love you Papa . . . Lauren Elizabeth, LeAndra Elisee and Larissa Elaina Officiating: Elder Chester Jenkins Those who know your name will trust in you, for you, LORD, have never forsaken those who seek you. Psalm 9:10 Order of Service: Processional Prayer Scripture Selection Acknowledgments and Condolences Remarks Selection Silent Reading of Obituary Tribute. . . . . .Edward James Hillhouse Jr & Larry E Hillhouse Eulogy Recessional That if you confess with your mouth, "Jesus is Lord," and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. 10 For it is with your heart that you believe and are justified, and it is with your mouth that you confess and are saved. Rom 10:9-11 NIV

Edward James Hillhouse Sr

November 11, 1931 - March 30, 2014