Kim Hill

Kim Hill

August 26, 1965 - July 30, 2023

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Kim “Ape” Hill, 57, of Platteville, Wisconsin, died on Sunday, July 30, 2023 at his home of natural causes. Visitation will be held on Friday, August 4, 2023 from 4:00 – 7:00 PM at the Melby Funeral Home & Crematory, Platteville.

“Ape” as he was known was born on August 26, 1965 in Lancaster, Wisconsin, son of James “Jim” and Connie (Helbing) Hill. He attended Potosi Schools and for many years worked at Skyline in Lancaster. Ape for many years also worked at the Char Bar in Platteville. Ape was a “gentle giant” and loved his blackberry with friends. He was a free spirit and enjoyed motorcycles and cars. He is a retired Matador. He especially liked to socialize with all of his friends.

Ape is survived by his father, Jim; brothers, Ken Hill, Kip (Laura) Hill, and Kris Hill; nephew, Tim (Katlyne) Hill; nieces, Sara (Eric) Kriz and Emily (fiancé, Alex Felderman) Hill; great-nieces, Mercer, Lia, Peyton and Palmer; and many friends. He was preceded in death by his mother, Connie.

A Celebration of Life and Last Ride will be held at a later date. Online condolences can be made at www.melbyfh.com. Memorials may be made to the Kim “Ape” Hill memorial fund.

 

 

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Carl Phend
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In Loving Memory of Kim "Ape" Hill, May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. A Sympathy Gift of Single Tree has been Planted In Loving Memory of Kim "Ape" Hill courtesy of Carl Phend.
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Phend Family
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Forever my Brother.... we will ride again ... May the love of friends and family carry you through.... Carl Phend
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Jim Hohler
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Ape, A Great Man, You Will be missed! It was a pleasure to Ride and Party with you. You have my utmost respect. ~Hambone~
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michele bartels
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My deepest sympathy, Ape was such a sweet, dear , kind soul, sure enjoyed his company, he will be so missed, hugs!!
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Jacob J. Lambert
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Ape was a great man, I worked with him at Skyline in Lancaster. I visited Ape at the Char bar a good number of times, and had our blackberry shot. He will be greatly missed. A Sympathy Gift of Group of 10 Trees has been Planted In Loving Memory of Kim "Ape" Hill courtesy of Jacob J. Lambert .
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Tim and Diane Restle
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Our deepest sympathy to the family. We had many great times with "Ape" and he will not be forgotten!

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