Geneseo/Livonia, NY: Michael David Hilimire, age 37, passed away on Tuesday, February 6, 2024 at his home in Geneseo.
He was predeceased by his wife, Peggy O’Neil Hilimire, his Grandparents David and Linda Scoville. Richard and Marilyn Hilimire. His Uncle Rick Hilimire.
He is survived by his beloved daughter Isla. His parents Ron and Allison Hilimire, his brothers, Matthew (Laura) Hilimire, and Thomas (Nicole) Hilimire. Heather McFarlane (Isla’s mother), many aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Michael was born April 30, 1986 in Rochester NY to Ron and Allison Hilimire. He was a graduate of Livonia High School and Monroe Community College.
He went on to form his own woodworking business from the ground up, specializing mainly in guitar making. He is a very talented artist and guitar player, he plays both bass and acoustic. He enjoyed the outdoors, snowboarding, and hiking, especially with his black lab Nero.
His proudest moment came with the birth of his daughter Isla. He beamed when speaking of her and loved to show her pictures off, he truly loved being a father.
She was his happy place.
Michael surely was never a conformist, and you knew exactly where you stood with him. He did it his way, always, since birth. He lived a pretty active and interesting life. His friends and family will deeply miss him.
Friends and family are invited to call from 4-7PM on Tuesday, February 13, 2024 at the Kevin Dougherty Funeral Home, 21 Big Tree Street in Livonia NY, where Michael’s Memorial Service will take place at 11 AM on Wednesday, February 14, 2024. Interment will immediately follow at St. Michael’s Cemetery on Shelly Road in Livonia. A luncheon will take following the graveside service at the Harrison-Lee American Legion, 3850 Federal Road in Livonia, NY, all are welcome. To share a memory or a condolence, please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com. Suicide Hotline: (988) Life-Line
May God bring the good memories to wrap their areas around you as His peace covers you and the family. Please don’t hesitate to reach out when you need a listening ear. Prayers continue.
So very sorry for your loss.
I’m very sorry and sad for your loss. Thinking about you all and grateful for the times I have had with your family including Mike. Wishing you peace and strength during this hard time.
The short time I knew him it was never a dull moment. I’m so glad I could be there to see him smile his last day. I love him so much and I miss him so much
Ron and Family, we are very sorry to hear of Michaels passing. You have been in our thoughts
Ken and Amy Sharpe
My deepest sympathy to all of you…
So very sorry!! Kate Kingsley
Gary and I are sending our thoughts and prayers. So sorry you have to go bc through this.
Allison, I am so very sorry about this. Healing prayers and compassion surround you and your family.
God Bless you
Ron and family sending my deepest condolences during this difficult time. Michael is at peace now and memories will sustain you.
Ron and Allison and family
Bruce and I are so very sorry for your loss.. your memories will be so special and his daughter. Keep them close. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Bruce and Marsha Beardsley
I was so shocked to see this! I am so sorry to read of Michael’s passing. It is so wrong for a child to go before their parents. I have wonderful and funny memories of Michael as a little one. My thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
Carol Ferran
Ron & Family,
You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
So, So sorry Ron and Allison and family.
May beautiful memories give you strength at this difficult time.
To Ron, Allison and family,
I am truly sorry about Michael. I was his fourth grade teacher and loved having him in my class. He was a unique person who will be fondly remembered. Sincerely, Anne Mosher
Allison and Ron, my heart breaks for you. Sincere condolences to you and your family. My hope is that the memories you all made will eventually bring you comport and help heal the pain.
Ron,Allison and family,
I am so very sorry for your loss. There are no words that can truly comfort you, but I hope your memories will bring you a smile when recalling them.
Ron, Allison and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. There aren’t words to express what I feel, or that will make your hurt any less. I just hope that time helps it hurt less, and that the memories you have will bring you some comfort. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Teresa Moran
We are friends of Mathew, we would like to offer our condolences to your family. Please know that God will provide. He can bring STRENGTH, PEACE and JOY. You will one day smile fondly through your tears thinking of Micheal. You will remember the good times. In the meantime please know that God will provide. Mathew we love you and we will be here in Va to support you. God Bless you all. James Sr. Trina, and Payton
He made a beautiful alder guitar body for me recently. I wish I could share a picture with you all of the instrument it became. It will special meaning to me. Deepest condolences to all his family and friends.