Richard Lawrence Hileman
Born January 16, 1947 in Kittanning, PennsylvaniaDeparted December 13, 2023 in Palm Bay, Florida
Richard “Rick” Hileman was born on January 16, 1947 in Kittanning, Pennsylvania to Lawrence and Avanelle Ruth Yount Hileman.
Rick is survived by his wife Paula; children; grandchildren; mother; sister and brother; nieces; nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his father.
During his lifetime, he served honorably in the United States Air Force for six years. He then had a career as an Electrical Engineer working for defense contractors and had the opportunity to work in the South Pacific Islands.
Rick was an avid lover of science and found joy in all aspects of nature. He enjoyed watching thunder storms, sunsets and exploring space exploration. His joys were watching his favorite football teams, Penn State and the Steelers, and challenging others playing chess and bridge online.
His hobbies and interests included family, telling jokes, bowling, photography, ham radio and reading electronics magazines.
A memorial service is planned for 11 am on Saturday, January 6, 2024 at Brownlie-Maxwell Funeral Home, 1010 E. Palmetto Avenue, Melbourne Florida 32901.
