Charlene Ann Hillier

Charlene Ann Hillier, 89, of Middlefield, formerly of West Farmington, passed away peacefully at Briar Cliff Manor on Saturday, July 4, 2026.

Charlene was born on October 20, 1936, in West Farmington, Ohio, to Pauline Francis (Osmer) Bland and was lovingly raised by her stepfather, Elton Bland. She graduated from Farmington High School and went on to build a dedicated career. Charlene worked in Accounts Receivable at Packard Electric before becoming a scheduler for Carlisle Engineered Products, retiring in 1991.

On March 16, 1956, she married the love of her life, Howard Hillier, together over 72 years and married 70 years while raising a loving family.

Charlene was an active member of the Farmington Historical Society and had a passion for family genealogy. She also enjoyed reading, cooking, and baking, but nothing brought her greater joy than spending time with her family. She was a faithful member of West Farmington United Methodist Church for more than 25 years.

Charlene will be deeply missed by her devoted husband, Howard Hillier; her children, 
Howard (Renee) Hillier Jr. Judy (John) Martin, Jean Lang, Douglas (Stacey) Hillier, Jon (Pamela) Hillier, her sister, Janie Bailey; her brother, David Bland; 13 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild.

She was preceded in death by her parents and her beloved daughter, Charlene Joanie Swiger, who passed away on May 7, 2020.

Family and friends are invited to gather for calling hours on Thursday, July 9, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. at Sly Family Funeral Home, 15670 W. High Street, Middlefield, Ohio. Funeral services will immediately follow at 12:00 p.m. with Pastor Jim George officiating. Burial will take place at Hillside Cemetery in West Farmington, Ohio.

The family invites you to share memories and condolences online at www.slyffh.com.

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