Richard Alma Hill (Dick/Uncle Al) passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 10th, 2022 with family by his side.

Dick was born on September 9th, 1932 in Salt Lake City to Mary and David Hill. He is survived by his two sons, Scott, of Spokane, Washington, and Stephen and his wife Shannon, of Fort Collins, Colorado. He leaves behind 4 grandchildren, and 8 great grandchildren, in addition to many nieces and nephews. His greatest joy in life was his beloved wife of 65 years, Bertha (deceased), children, grandchildren and his third Schnauzer, Sammy.

Dick will be greatly missed by all who knew him. As a veteran, Dick served his country for 4 years as a medical corpsman in both the Navy and the Marines during the Korean War. Dick had a long and successful career as a General Manager for Unisource Paper Company. After retiring from Unisource, and as an avid skier, he began his 2nd career at Snowbird Ski Resort as a Mountain Host. He served there for 20 plus years, only recently retiring. Dick was truly a master at woodworking, a perfectionist who could do or make anything. He touched the lives of countless people through his special and magical woodworking skills and abilities. He actually purchased his current home because he could build his own amazing wood shop on site. For many years, that wood shop has been the awe and secret desire of many ‘would be’ builders. Additionally, Dick will be remembered for the beautiful yard that was always perfectly manicured. He always kept immaculate and colorful flower beds and gardens which were admired by everyone who saw them.

The family wishes to express their deepest gratitude to the staff of Solstice Hospice, and especially to Sunrise Senior Living Center of Sandy, for their kindness, generosity and compassion during these difficult times.

A viewing will be held on Sunday, November 20th, 2022 from 6-8 pm at Memorial Estates Mountain View Cemetery, 3115 East 7800 South, Salt Lake City, Utah.

Funeral service will be held Monday, November 21st, 2022 at 11:00 am, preceded by a viewing from 9:30am–10:30am at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, Union 4th Ward, 1834 East Creek Road, Sandy, Utah. Interment to follow at the Memorial Estates Mountain View Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, please donate to the American Brain Foundation (ABF) or a charity of your choice.

Services

Viewing

Sunday, Nov. 20, 2022 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Memorial Mountain View Mortuary
3115 E. 7800 S.
Salt Lake City, UT 84121

Viewing

Monday, Nov. 21, 2022 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
1834 E. Creek Road
Sandy, UT 84093

Funeral Service

Monday, Nov. 21, 2022 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
1834 E. Creek Road
Sandy, UT 84093

Services Handled By

Memorial Mountain View Mortuary & Cemetery
3115 East 7800 South
Cottonwood Heights, UT

Family

  • Survived By
  • Scott Hill, Son
  • Stephen Hill, Son
  • Preceded in Death By
  • Bertha Hill, Wife

Life Story Info

Post Date

Nov 14, 2022

Personal Info

Born

Salt Lake City, Utah, United States

Died

Sandy, Utah, United States

Age

90

Gender

Male

Religion and Beliefs

Latter-day Saint

Military Affiliation

  • Navy

Worked For

  • Unisource Paper Company
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Guestbook

Uncle Al and Aunt Bertha were great people. They will be missed, but now they are together again! Loved them both!

Nila Bolton Wilcken , Washington , UT, US Nov 20, 2022

Uncle Al and Aunt Bertha were great people. They will be missed, but now they are together again! Loved them both!

Nila Bolton Wilcken , Washington , UT, US Nov 20, 2022

Timeline


  • 2010
  • Jan 27, 2010

    Litza's Pizza

  • Feb 9, 2013

    At the Bird

  • Feb 2, 2017

    Boba with Dick

  • Jun 29, 2018

    Italian Dinner

  • 2020
  • May 13, 2021

    Visiting