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HILL, Robert “Bob” Vernon – UPDATED SERVICE INFO
April 11, 1939 — June 24, 2026
A Celebration of Life will be held to honour Bob on Thursday, July 9, 2026, at 1:00 pm (PDT), at Springfield Funeral Home, 2020 Springfield Road, Kelowna, BC. If you are unable to attend in person, please join the family online by Livestream at the time of the service (see below), a recording will be made available to view in 3-5 days.
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Robert “Bob” Vernon Hill. Bob was born in Estevan, Saskatchewan, on April 11, 1939, and passed away peacefully in Kelowna, British Columbia, on June 24, 2026.
Bob is lovingly remembered by his devoted wife, Elaine Hansen-Hill; Elaine’s son, Marc; and his three step-grandchildren, Emily (Adam), Jake, and Luc. He is also survived by his brother, Gerry (Shannon) of Calgary, Alberta, and their four sons and their families.
Bob was predeceased by his first wife, Merleen, and by his parents, May and Merle Hill.
Bob embraced life with enthusiasm and a warm heart. He enjoyed spending many winters in Arizona and found great pleasure in woodworking, lawn bowling, gardening, travelling, and, most of all, spending time with his family and friends. During their years together, Bob and Elaine shared a love of travel and created many wonderful memories exploring the world. They had recently returned from a memorable nine-week cruise through Asia.
Elaine and Marc wish to express their heartfelt gratitude to the staff in the Intensive Care Unit, the cardiac and stroke teams, and the physiotherapists at Kelowna General Hospital for the exceptional care, compassion, and kindness shown to Bob and his family.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Kelowna General Hospital Foundation.
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Service
Thursday, July 9, 2026, at 1:00 pm (PDT)
Location
Springfield Funeral Home
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The service for HILL, Robert “Bob” Vernon – UPDATED SERVICE INFO is scheduled for Thursday, July 9, 2026, at 1:00 pm (PDT). Below you will find the map for the service location and the contact information should you have any questions.



Dear Elaine, It was a shock and a sadness to hear about Bob’s passing. We very much remember all our times on the lawn bowling greens with both you and Bob. Our thoughts and sincere condolences, Claire & Fritz, Penticton Lawn Bowling Club.
Auntie Elaine and Marc – we have fond memories of Bob’s contagious smile that always put everyone at ease. Big hugs from us and while we cannot attend the service in person, we will do so remotely. Thank-you for making that a possibility. Big hugs from us all.
Toni, Brian, Ryan & Cameron