Condolence: Hi Jim, Dick & Peggy, I am sorry for your loss. I can't attend the Service because I have to work on Saturday. It was a lot of fun to work with with all of you and for all of us to play ball for a few years. Your dad seemed to really enjoy life, work, play and to be with people. I will miss him.

Condolence: Fly high!!! Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to the whole Hildebrand family. Richards Sewer & Septic Service

Condolence: So sorry for your loss

Condolence: So sorry for your loss but happy that he is with Jesus! God's peace be with all the family at this difficult time. Praying for all of you. Blessings, Diane Bidwell John 14:2-3

Condolence: Dick & Jim....Cherish the great memories and I'm sure you have a bun of.....Cherish the Christian legacy that your father left for you...I didn't know your father well...but I KNOW HE RAISED TWO GREAT MEN....May God grant His Peace.....You know He is at peace. Love Charlie & Annie

Condolence: I have known Howard for about 50 years. He was a great man and a good role model for the kids in the youth group I was in at the Kalamazoo Free Methodist church. We loved him and he loved us!!! There were many times we had get togethers at his home and we always made us feel like we were at home!! We all called him "Uncle Howie"!! He definitely will be missed and can never be replaced!! Rest in Peace, Uncle Howie!!

Condolence: Jerilynn and I are thankful for knowing and serving alongside of both Harold and Maribel during our tenure at the Kalamazoo FM Church. Howard was a delight. He had a strong but sweet personality. He always welcomed me during my pastoral visits and loved to shoot the breeze talking about hunting and fishing and his children and grandchildren. Howard was generous. He was a long term member of our church and served in many capacities for many of those years. He was not only generous with his time and service to the church but in his giving as well. Howard was an encourager. He was kind with his words of affirmation and he emmitted a personal warmth which made it fun being with him. "The memory of the righteous will be a blessing." May the many memories of your father and grandfather fill your hearts with joy during this season of grief and loss.