William `Bill` Hildebrand
William `Bill` Hildebrand , Age 84
William "Bill" Hildebrand, age 84 of Baraboo, WI passed away Saturday September 26, 2020 at St. Clare Meadows in Baraboo. He was born in Manitoba, Canada on June 27, 1936 to parents Bernhard and Helena (Wall) Hildebrand.
Bill was raised on the family farm in Manitoba and helped run that farm until it was sold. He spent many years working in the oil field and in the construction industry. He spent his remaining years driving semis across the U.S.
He spent time raising and showing horses. His favorite thing in most recent years was his grandkids. His whole life he loved being around animals. In recent years, without animals of his own, he loved sitting by the river and watching the geese. He came to the U.S. in the 80s, and after meeting his future wife Mary, he never returned to Canada. They married on January 24, 1987 and raised their two children on a farm outside North Freedom. He was a member of St. Johns Lutheran Church in Baraboo for the last 20+ years.
Bill was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Mary; brothers, John, Ben, Fred, and Henry; and sisters, Annie, Helen, Mary, Dorothy.
He is survived by his children, Mariah Hildebrand, Adam (Phylicia) Hildebrand, Jacque Hildebrand, Bernie Hildebrand; grandchildren, Addison, Owen, Lora, Kyle, Emily, Max, Tyler; sisters, Jessie and Catharine; as well as other family and friends in Canada and the U.S.
Thanks to the staff of St. Clare Hospital and St. Clare Meadows for making him comfortable in his last days there. Memorials can be made out to the family.
A graveside service will be taking place. The Redlin Funeral Home is assisting the family.
Condolences
Gerald and Kim Harder September 29, 2020
Nephew Lethbridge ,Alberta, Canada
Rest in peace Uncle Bill. Prayers and thoughts for the family.
Jeannette Silver September 29, 2020
ex-sister-in-law Vanderhoof
Bill, Thank you for the kindness you showed to our mother Ruth and for having Linda and I live with you during our teenage years. It also meant a lot to me when you called me when our son passed away. Rest in peace my friend. Your oil;field swamping buddy. Jeannette Silver
Delores Racette September 29, 2020
Niece Winnipeg
I'm so soiry for your loss. Uncle Bull was a very interesting and funny man. I always enjoyed our visits although they were too few. I will miss him.
Irene Toews September 29, 2020
Niece Winnipeg
My condolences to the Mariah, Adam and family. Uncle Bill I will miss our phone calls. I cherish the times you stayed with me in Winnipeg, our chats on the desk, road trip to the Hildebrand Farm and the stories you told along the way. I'm glad for the recent phone call. I will miss you so much. I know that you are at peace now. "What a day that will be when My Jesus I shall see". You can now say, "Been there enjoying that. Love and Prayers to the family in Wi.
Jessie September 30, 2020
Sister Winnipeg Mb Can.
I will miss our long chats on the phone. He had a great memory of the life we shared as siblings on the farm.
John and Bonnie Hildebrand September 30, 2020
Nephew Stead ... Manitoba
Our condolences to Adam and Mariah ... and all the family members ... our thoughts and prayers go out to you at this time!
Edward Toews October 02, 2020
Nephew Winnipeg
My heart is sad I will certainly miss that man .He was always Such a pleasure to visit with. Love and prayers to the family.
Rose Wiebe October 10, 2020
Niece Morden
Our condolences to your family. Our prayers are with you. May you be blessed with great memories and peace