March 23, 1940 - March 1, 2021
Hilary was born on March 23, 1940, in Orange, NJ to Dr. Castor William Gray and Margaret Virgina Bush. She resided in South Orange, NJ for most of her life but did live in NYC and Paris, France in her 20’s and 30’s. In 2018 she moved to Pensacola, FL to be closer to her daughter, Hilary, son-in-law Eric and beloved grandson Felix.
Hilary attended Oak Knoll School Of The Holy Child, in Summit NJ, for K-12. She continued her education receiving a Bachelors of French from Chestnut Hill College and an MBA in International Business from Seton Hall University.
Hilary had an exciting and notable career, as an International Marketing Manager Executive, working for Air France, Credit Lyonnias Bank, and both Pfizer and Warner-Lambert Pharmaceuticals. In her 40’s she changed career paths and for 30 years enjoyed a rewarding and successful career as a Realtor.
Hilary devoted her life to raising her daughter. Providing her daughter with a loving home, a top notch education and always a willing chaperone, for her and her friends, to NYC and some of the best rock concerts of the 80’s. In addition, Hilary’s career enabled her to travel the world and on many occasions she was able to have her daughter accompany her. Hilary dedicated that same love and passion in caring for animals. From horses to dogs and cats there was always an animal being lovingly cared for by Hilary.
She is survived by her daughter Hilary M. Gilles, son-in-law Eric Schmitz and grandson Felix Schmitz.
A celebration of Hilary’s life will be held at Bayview Fisher-Pou Tuesday March 23. Viewing will begin at 5:30pm with a service at 6:30pm.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Humane Society.
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