Edwin D. Hills, 69, of Valparaiso, born August 29, 1955, in Presque Isle, Maine to Eldon (late) and Betty Hills, passed away February 18, 2025, after a brief illness. Ed graduated from Morton High School in 1974 and began his welding career at Pullman Standard, Blaw Knox, and retired from Arcelor-Mittal Indiana Harbor Works in 2015. He loved Lake Michigan where he spent countless sunny days on his boat with his family fishing, swimming and tubing. He was a master fixer for his friends and family with cars, boats, and home repair, and didn’t hesitate with his offers to help. He greatly valued his longtime friend, Frank Ponziano, who has been of tremendous support to his family. He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Elizabeth, and their children: Eric (Angela) and Matthew (Emily) Hills, and his mother Betty; Ed was a proud grandpa to his “girls” Eloise and Edith Hills.
A visitation will be held on Thursday, February 27, 2025, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. with a celebration of life service beginning at 4:00 p.m. at Moeller Funeral Home, 104 Roosevelt Rd., Valparaiso, IN. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Porter County Humane Society.
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I'm so sorry to hear of Ed passing 🙂 if you need anything please ask us. So sorry again. -Lori Bales
Libby, I'm so very sorry to hear of Ed's passing. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family as you go through this very difficult time. -Lisa Moser
My deepest condolences! Worked in the Weld Shop with Ed at Inland. Always liked working with Ed and Frank. He will be greatly missed!!! -Joe Krieter
Ed was a great guy and very fun to work with at Arcelor—Mittal Steel, my deepest condolences to his family. -Joe Maxim
My condolences to the family so sorry to hear of his passing worked with Ed in the Mills. I knew him and Frank were great friends. Ed was a great guy to work with really enjoyed his company. "Psalm 34:18 The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit. -Mike Bouvat
