Born the 19th of May 1970 in Lake City, FL to the late James Martin and Nancy Josephson Hildebrand.
An island native since 1974, Jef enjoyed playing golf on the Glynn Academy team and spending time at the beach was his favorite pastime. He was a lover of all animals, especially his Meeze Cat and Jonas, the Hildy’s Pizza mascot. He achieved his dream of opening his own restaurant and his infectious laugh brought everyone so much joy.
Survivors include Jef’s mother Nancy Josephson Hildebrand of St. Simons Island, GA; brother Kevin Hildebrand of St. Simons Island, GA; two sisters Libby Hartlieb of Clive, IA, and sister Missy Kinzer of Marietta, GA; and the "Love-of-His-Life," Alison Stowe, of St. Simons Island, GA; many aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.
A Celebration of Hildy’s Life is to be held Tuesday, June 22 from 6p-10p at The Club at Bennie’s Red Barn.
In lieu of customary remembrances, contributions may be made in Jef’s honor to Firebox Initiative, Operation Bed Spread, or No Kill Glynn County, Inc.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Edo Miller and Sons Funeral and Oglethorpe Crematorium in Brunswick, Georgia. www.edomillerandsons.com
