Gertrude Cleora Hill

Gertrude C. Hill, 95 of Orange, CA died at 12:45AM, Tuesday, September 7, 2010 after a short illness. Born June 21, 1915 in Belvidere, IL. The daughter of Frank L. and Jennie E. (Frithioff) Brace. Raised by Frank L. and Katherine (McClintock) Brace. She attended Central High School, Rockford, IL and graduated with the Class of 1933. She was a member of the National Honor Society.

Gertrude married Marvin C. Hill, January 23, 1937. She was employed at Califoam in Irvine, CA and Mott Brothers in Rockford, IL. Survivors include son Eugene (Sharon) Hill, Newport Beach, CA; grandchildren Steven (Ann) Hill, Irvine, CA and Richard (Megan) Hill Larsen, Dana Point, CA; two great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. She is predeceased by parents, husband and brothers Francis and Paul Brace of Rockford, IL.

Visitation is from 8:30AM - 10:30AM, Saturday, September 11 with graveside service to follow at 11:15AM at Westminster Memorial Park, 14801 Beach Blvd. Westminster, CA 92683 (714) 893 - 2421. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in Gertrude’s name to the charity of your choice. Please refer to www.westminstermemorial.net for more information.