Ariel Hill

ARIEL HILL IDAHO FALLS, ID -- Ariel Thomason Hill, 86, of Idaho Falls, died September 12, 2008, at his home. He was under the care of Home Health and Hospice. He was born July 23, 1922, in Independence, Idaho, to Robert Painter Hill and Hazil Manila Thomason Hill. He grew up in the area, attending schools in Independence, Osgood, Thorton, Rexburg, and Burton. He served his country as a Sonarman 3rd Class in the U.S. Navy during World War II. Following his military service, he moved to California for three years, where he did an electrical apprenticeship. On July 9, 1960, he married Bomelia "Bo" Galia in Elko, Nevada. They made their home in Idaho Falls. She preceded him in death. On July 17, 2001, he married Sandra Jean Bulock in Jackson, Wyoming. They lived in Idaho Falls. He was an electrician at Jewel Electric, Gem State Electric, Babbit Electric, and Interstate Electric. He was also a member of the American Legion. Ariel was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He enjoyed bowling, fishing, and hunting. Survivors include: Wife: Sandra Hill, Idaho Falls Sister: Lettie Anderson, Idaho Falls Sister: Jean Young, Idaho Falls Sister: Clia Freeman, Thorton Sister: Leora Ferrara, Rhode Island He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, and his first wife, Bo. Funeral Services will be 11 a.m. Wednesday, September 17, 2008, at Wood Funeral Home, 273 North Ridge Avenue. The family will visit with friends Tuesday from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. and Wednesday for one hour prior to services, both at Wood Funeral Home. Military Rites will be performed by the Bonneville County Veterans Memorial Team and Idaho Honor Guard. Memorial donations may be sent to the American Legion. Following his funeral service, Ariel will be cremated and his ashes will be scattered at his cabin near Henry’s Lake. --------------------------------------------- Condolences received online: Carrie Lyn McGinnes Carrie@jdsf.org Ariel, I will always remember the fishing trip we took when I was 10 and everyone had to bait their own hooks and hold the fish by the gills to have their picture taken except me, of course, you did it all and let me hold it by the weight and of course I had the biggest fish of the day. While I was reeling it in my waist length hair got caught in the reel and I wouldn't stop because I wanted that fish and you came over and just ripped my hair out of the reel while I kept on reeling it in. I will always remember sleeping at your house as a child and then helping you and Bo make the homemade beer. Enjoy the reunion with your parents, brothers and sister. Love, Carrie Larry and Connie Carlson connie@fallsinsurance.com For many years, we had a cabin at Henry's Lake, near Ariel's cabin. What a great fellow he was. Always willing to help out and offer advice on a problem, whether it was related to fishing or working! I worked with him on many jobs and feel I have lost a good friend. Larry Carlson