Denise Ellen Hilton's Obituary
Denise Ellen Hilton, 51, of Decatur, passed away Tuesday, July 15, 2014 in St. Mary’s Hospital.
Denise was born October 14, 1962 in Decatur, IL, the daughter of Karen Virden. Denise was a loving and caring person with a heart of gold. She loved her family, and she was a wonderful person who wanted everyone to be happy. Her compassion and her friendship will always be remembered and cherished.
Denise leaves behind to cherish her memory her sons, Aaron Cook of Decatur; Alex Hilton of Taylorville; daughters, Amy (Michael Reynolds) Hilton of Decatur; Allyson Hilton of Decatur; Anna Hilton of Champaign, IL; Angel Montgomery of Monticello, IL; mother, Karen Virden of Decatur; brother, Michael Bowles of Decatur; grandchildren, Nicholas Cook; Alexis Cook; Constence Cook; Jonathon Cook; Matthew Cook; Brianna Montgomery; Tiffany Montgomery; Aiden Reynolds; and Caleb Reynolds.
She is preceded in death by her grandparents.
A memorial service to celebrate Denise’s life will be 2 p.m. Tuesday, July 22, 2014 at Graceland/Fairlawn Funeral Home. Visitation will be one hour prior to service. Burial will be in Graceland Cemetery. Memorials in memory of Denise may be made out to the family.
The family of Denise Ellen Hilton is being served by the Graceland/Fairlawn Funeral Home, 2091 N. Oakland Ave. Decatur, IL. Please view the online obituary, send condolences, and share memories at www.gracelandfairlawn.com.
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