Saturday, March 31, 2007

Happy 96th Birthday Dad




On March 31st, 1911 in Eveleth, Minnesota Raymond Edwin Hilman was born. He has since traveled across the United States and Canada numerous times. Has visited Europe and Northern Europe several times as well. His occupations have been many but most importantly he has been a husband of one remarkable lady, father of 13 incredible offspring, grandfather of 44 unbelievable grandkids, great-grandfather of 67 and counting and now great-great-grandfather of 2 precious new ones.
Here he is pictured with 3 of his sons. Harlan, Dennis and Howard.


This second picture was taken today in Goldendale, WA. Ten of the 13 were on hand for the final day of a marathon purging of the house and outbuildings. It is the end of an era of sorts but the continuation of a great heritage.
One of the things people treasure most about Ray is his love for the Lord and his steadfast faith. He has been a pastor for 72 years. Pretty cool hey.

Happy Birthday Dad. You are one in a million!

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