Hi Joe,  

Hard to express in words my condolences, but I will do my best.  I often question why God allows great people to leave us too soon, but the potential answers are never clear or satisfactory.  But the path forward is to always have faith in God's plan, even in extreme circumstances like this, even when it does not make sense to us and even when the pain and heartache is nearly unbearable.  I try to think the answer is of a greater calling that we cannot comprehend at this time, maybe heaven needed her back for a greater purpose, and the true answer to this question will show itself in a beautiful reason later in your life.  I feel blessed to have known Hillary for the short time since I joined R1 and she was a great person to work with, my prayers are with you and your daughter and please remember, the path forward is to keep going with Faith.

Joe and Sabrina, I am so sorry for your loss. Hillary was such a beautiful soul who was only so kind and loving to me and everyone she meet. My prayers are with you both during this incredibly difficult time . 
All my love
Grainne Kane

Celebrating 4 Generations….
Great-Grandmother,
Grandmother,
Mother
Sabrina in the works.

Hard to comprehend that we lost them all accept Sabrina 😭🩷

Hillary made every occasion a celebration. I will miss her everyday.

Dear Joe and Sabrina,

My heart goes out to you both I’m so sorry for your loss. Hillary was such a sweet person who touched the lives of so many people, she will be missed. What I remember most about her is how much her family meant to her, she loved you and Sabrina so much. She used to show me the drawings and little crafts that Sabrina had made for her and you could feel the great love and joy she had for her daughter and your family. Hillary was always kind, full of joy, happiness, and laughter and there for anyone who needed advice or wanted to talk. She will be greatly missed, my deepest condolences, I’m so very sorry for your loss.

All my love, 
Shir Albertson

Dear Joe and Sabrina,

Our hearts ache with yours, and we are at a loss for words. Hillary was such a beautiful soul. Always caring, always ready to help, and always sharing her bright smile. Please know that our deepest love and condolences are with you. May the love she gave so freely continue to surround and carry you both through this time.

With all our love,
Fernando and Mayra Blanco

Dear Joe,

I don’t know how to make this easier to bear; any and all words feel inadequate, but I wanted to say how sorry I am for the loss of Hilary. I keep thinking of her quick-draw humor and the smile that accompanied nearly every interaction we had. The mark she left on all of us, simply as part of the R1 family, will be cherished. Please accept my deepest condolences. I am thinking of you and Sabrina, and I hope you find strength in each other and in the memories you shared with her.

With deepest sympathy and love,

Adrian Rodriguez

Dear Joe and Sabrina,

Words fall short of expressing the sorrow, shock, and pain you must be feeling. My heart breaks with you, as do those of all of the people whose lives Hillary brightened. I wish we had more time with her--it seems like we were sharing a Safety Patrol post at the Del Prado bus loop only yesterday. For thirty years, she was my wonderful, vibrant, gregarious friend, and I will miss her very much. May her memory be a blessing.

With love,
Max Johansen

Joseph, my heart goes out to you and Sabrina. I am so sad to hear about the passing of Hillary.  Words can't express how sad I am for your loss.

Hillary was such a beautiful person in and out. Ill always remember her joyful and friendly smile, and always ready to help.

With deepest sympathy,
Maryenis Brantley

Dear Joe,

We were saddened to hear the news of Hillary's passing. Our hearts go out to you and Sabrina.
May the wonderful memories you have of Hillary last forever.
Our deepest condolences,
Bryan and Barbara Lemmon

The entire community of Cypress Cove Of Jupiter extends are deepest sympathies.
Love,
Herbie and Cindy Hartman

Dear Joe, Sabrina and family, my thoughts are with you for your loss of Hillary!  She was a beautiful women!   Thinking an praying for you all!    Maureen/Dave Piacenti. ❤️🙏🏼❤️

Dear Joe and Sabrina,
Our hearts are breaking for you both. 
Hillary was such a wonderful loving person. 
We have no words to express our sadness for both of you. 
God Bless you both and may he give you strength during this difficult time
Dick Cutter, Helen Casey

Dear Joseph and Sabrina,
Our deepest condolences to you and to all who knew and loved Hillary. She was always so loving and kind. May your hearts find comfort and healing in time. May Hillary’s beautiful light continue to shine brightly through the memories you hold dear, and may those happy moments soon bring more smiles and light.

Dear Joseph and Sabrina, our deepest condolences to you and all those who Hillary knew and loved.  May your hearts heal.  May Hillary's light continue to shine bright. And may the happy memories replace the sadness and grief of your loss.

OBITUARY

Hillary Schwantes

November 12, 1986 – November 10, 2025

Star of David Memorial Gardens Cemetery & Funeral Chapel

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