This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: WHL44 Surnames: HILL, MARTIN, GILCHRIST, PETCKA, OLSON, ROSE DIETRICH Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/27033/mb.ashx Message Board Post: HILL, Gerald E. Of Kalamazoo Passed away Monday, September 6, 2010. Gerald was born March 7, 1923 in Marinette, WI, a son of Frank and Dallice (Martin) Hill and had lived in the Kalamazoo area for many years. Upon graduation from high school, Gerald signed up with the Merchant Marines and served on the Great Lakes. In January of 1943, he enlisted in the United States Army, and served for three years in the Asiatic-Pacific Theatre. When he came home from the service, he worked for the Town and Country Markets for over 40 years, and was a member of Zion Lutheran Church. On October 25, 1958, Gerald married Elinor Gilchrist, who preceded him in death on June 30, 2003. He was also preceded by his parents and a sister, Olive Petcka. Gerald is survived by his three sisters, Geneva Olson, Ruth Rose and Beatrice Dietrich; a brother, Raymond Hill; many nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends at the Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Westside Chapel, 3926 S. 9th St. on Friday, September 24, 2010, beginnin! g at 10:00 AM, followed by a memorial service at 11:00 AM, with Pastor Larry Brelje, officiating. Please visit www.langelands.com for online obituary, directions, register book and condolences. 343-1508 Published in Kalamazoo Gazette on September 12, 2010 (Posted by a VOLUNTEER-NO family connection) Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.