SOUTH CHINA- William "Billy" M. Hilton, 65, passed away peacefully at home with his loving wife, Diane, by his side on March 26, 2023. They shared 32 wonderful years. Billy was born in Franklin, NH on February 13, 1958, to the late Christopher and Shirley (Washburn). He attended Skowhegan public schools and graduated from Skowhegan High School in 1976. Billy then enlisted into the United States Army where he proudly served his country. After the military, he held many occupations to include small business owner, flooring, manufacturing, and as a machinist until his health no longer cooperated. In his free time, he enjoyed working in and around his home, golfing, fishing and boating. He was a lifelong fan of the New England Patriots. If you heard Go Pats! at a game, graduation, or wedding it probably came from Billy. Billy enjoyed any HILTON adventure, 4th of July at Bob's, visiting Myrtle Beach and Darlington in South Carolina with Chris, Cape Hatteras with Sue, Macy's Day parade at Thanksgiving, Patriots Training Camp, Cherry Blossom festival in DC, several Caribbean cruises, family trip to Australia, 4-wheeling, Labor Day in Rangeley, Disney, Cedar Point, Vegas and countless athletic games for his children and grandchildren. The list could go on and on. Billy adored his family and the time spent with them. He leaves a huge hole in our hearts. Billy is survived by his devoted wife, their five children, Josh of New Hampshire, Dan of Auburn, Brittany of Auburn, Matt of Lisbon, and Sarah and Husband Derek of Belgrade. In addition to his wife and children, he is survived by his grandchildren, Jake, Miles, Sam, Alec, Kym, Isaiah, Eli, Spencer, Ty, Olivia, Juliette, Charlee, and Great Granddaughter Scarlet. Also survived by siblings Chris and wife Dolly of South Carolina, Bob and wife Janelle of Australia, Sue and husband Tim of Hebron, and James of Portland. Father-in-law, William Rourke of Readfield. Sister-in-law Cindy of Readfield, Brothers-in-laws Don and Mark of Ohio. As well as several nieces and nephews, and life-long friends, Mike and Cindy Libby of Norridgewock. Along with his parents, he is predeceased by his sister Lori Brown of Brunswick and Mother-in-law, Phyllis Rourke of Readfield. A celebration of Billy's life will take place on Friday, March 31 from 4-7PM at Roberts Funeral Home, 62 Bowdoin Street, Winthrop, ME. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Honor Flight Maine P.O. Box 699 Brunswick, ME 04011-0699 www.honorflightmaine.org Arrangements are in the care of the Roberts Funeral Home, 62 Bowdoin St. Winthrop, where condolences, memories and photos may be shared with the family on the obituary page of the funeral home website by visiting www.khrfuneralhomes.com