Robert B. Hilton
August 24, 1935 – April 17, 2021
In accordance with his wishes, cremation will take place and a gathering to celebrate Bob’s life and legacy will take place later, this spring. In lieu of flowers, the family has asked that memorial contributions be made in Bob’s memory to either Hospice Care of Southwest Michigan or the Parchment United Methodist Church. Please take a moment to leave a condolence message for Bob’s wife and family.
Obituary
Age 85, passed away on Saturday morning, April 17, 2021, with his family by his side. Bob was born in Sturgis, Michigan on August 24, 1935, the son of the late Charles R. Hilton and Ethleyn (Peppiatt) Hilton. Bob graduated from Bronson High School and subsequently began his schooling at Green’s Barber Academy in Detroit, Michigan. Of course, as barbering goes, Bob was the best of the best and had a huge following over a 59-year career. He owned and operated Silver Shears on Sprinkle Road and retired from something he loved on May 17, 2017. On September 16, 1956, he married his love, Barbara Weeden and they most recently celebrated 64 years of marriage. His family tells of his storied career with smiles on their faces. Bob was known by his clients of his ability to get to know the kids that he served. If the kids were involved in sports, he would follow their stats closely and loved to watch them succeed. He was a member of the Kalamazoo Rod and Gun Club, National Rifle Association, and Ted Brook’s Archery. Bob also enjoyed hunting, fishing and archery (of which he strived for proficiency). Mostly, Bob loved his wife, his kids, grandkids and great-grandchildren. He was very proud of all of them and loved to watch them soar. He was deeply loved and will be missed by all who knew him. He was preceded in death by his parents, a son, Terry Lee Hilton, and siblings, Charles Hilton, and his wife, Lettie, along with brother Max Hilton and his wife, Betty. He leaves to cherish his memory, his wife, Barbara, their children, Robert Willard (Corajean) Hilton and Paulette Hilton (Wilbur Klosterman), as well as grandchildren, Jaclyn (Aaron) White, Jesse (Ashley) Hilton, Jessica (Marshall) Ogan, Robert (Amanda Rodriguez) Fredericks, and great grandchildren, Cora, Natalie, RoMar, Lauryn, Justin, Sydney, Maddox, Arwyn, and Finley as well as his sisters, Elizabeth Wagner, and Linda (John) Finch, along with several nieces, nephews, cousins and other extended family members.
Just to see Mr. and Mrs. Hilton made me smile. As a kid their home was always open along with hugging arms. A special place in my heart they will always hold. My prayers and love to all. Debi (Hausermann) Adams
My heart goes out to you Barb, I have known you and Bob for a very, very long time. Prayers go out to you and your family, he was a very sweet and gentle, funny caring man. I will cherish him deeply. I have so many memories that I will hold. Love you all.
Dear Family – We are so sorry to hear of Uncle Bob’s passing. He was always so happy to see us when we visited. Such a sweetheart. He will forever be in our hearts & memories. Much love to you all. S&S
Going to miss you very much. Spent a lot of time with you hunting,talking in car and camp,getting my hair cut plus all family gathering. Uncle Bob always enjoyed getting together and we had lots of fun with friends and family. Oh the stories we have. Aunt Barb and entire family in my thoughts and prayers,it’s been a tough time. Thank you so much for being such a Great Uncle you will be missed greatly.
I had the priviledge to enjoy Bob’s friendship as my barber and working with Barbara at Parker. Paulette and I send our heart felt condolences to Barb and the family.
So sorry for your loss. Always a friendly face when I was growing up in Parchment Church. Loved seeing him and Mrs. Hilton out in the yard when we’d walk by with our dogs. He always had a wave and friendly greeting for us. He will be missed.
Uncle Bob will be missed by our families but the legacy and wonderful family he created with his lovely wife, aunt Barb will live on forever. XOXO cousin, Mary.
We will miss you Uncle Bob. Thoughts and prayers to the family.
To Bobby and family. I’m very saddened to hear of Bob’s passing. He was a great barber and a great friend. I told him one day that my wife was a collectible nut and if he ever wanted to sell his Floyd the Barber poster I wanted 1st dibs. He looked at me, took it off the wall and gave it to me.” This is for Barb” he said. “If I see it on E-Bay, I’ll kill ya.” Hanging on my office wall. Good bye Uncle Bob.
Bob was mine and my father’s barber for many years. Stories he could tell about fishing hunting and sports. He knew some of my relatives too. He will be missed. My condolences to the families. Tim Stamm Augusta, MI.
Barb and family: So sorry to hear of Bob’s passing. I always loved to see Barb and Bob on the dance floor. He was a very sweet man and you will have the best memories since his wife and family were so important to him. Prayers to you all! Terri and Robert Hoare’
So sorry to hear of Bob’s passing. We have many fond memories of Bob and Barb who lived next door to us many years ago. Barb, Bobbie, Paulette and family, hoping in the days to come you find comfort in memories of Bob. Our hearts are with you as you face the days ahead. Ed, Estelle and Cathy Franklin
Dearest Hilton family, My deepest condolences to you. He was a kind and very thoughtful man. Always a big smile on his face. He will be sorely missed. I keep you in my thoughts and prayers. Love Debbie(Middleton) Short
So very sorry to learn of Bob’s passing. Such a great guy, always smiling and upbeat. This has to be painful for you, Barb. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you. The reunions and family dinners with both of you are sorely missed.
Dear Barb, Bobby, Paulette, & families, I was so sad to hear of Bob’s passing and sending love and hugs to all. He was such a kind man with a generous spirit. Will keep you in thoughts and prayers. Maria (Langwell) Donner
Sad to learn of this, only Barber I ever had. Loved just hanging out over there and spending time with him. I can still picture all the pics and cards and fun stuff on his mirror. A great person, that I had the pleasure to have as a influence in my life.