Obituary of Russell Stewart Hiltz

HILTZ, Russell S. Lyons Brook HILTZ, Russell Stewart -81, of Lyons Brook, passed away peacefully on June 28, 2021 in the Aberdeen Hospital, New Glasgow. Born on February 29, 1940 in Cape John, he was a son of the late Wesley and Willow (Langille) Hiltz. A carpenter all his life, Russell took great pride in his work. He enjoyed the outdoors, hunting and the camp on Mt. Thom, but he most loved his special time with precious granddaughters, Ella and Emma, and grandson, Matthew. He is survived by his wife, Judy (MacPhail), children, Bonnie, Abercrombie; Donna (Mary), Halifax; Leroy, Dartmouth; Christopher (Marsha), Millbrook Rd.; sisters, Mabel, Elsie, Esther; and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his grandson, Adrian; brothers, Basil, Carmen; and sister, Leona. A public graveside service will be held 11 AM Friday in Hamilton Cemetery, River John. Donations in Russell’s memory may be made to Hamilton Cemetery, Pictou County V.O.N or Canadian Cancer Society.