Richard Harold Freeman Hillyer Obituary

With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Richard Harold Freeman Hillyer (Mount Vernon, Washington), whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on November 19, 2025 at the age of 91. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, John Howard Freeman and Hazel Lucille Olson; and his grandmother Ellen Rosen. He is survived by: his extended family, Justin Wilder Hillyer and Alberta Rosen; his brother Ken (Francee); his brother-in-law Bud Buffer; his wife Betty Lu Mosier; his children, Susan, Brian, Janet and Jim Busby; his grandson Corey; his son Corey; Corey, Brian and Dottie (family: Francee). He is also survived by nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers, please donate to the Whatcom or Skagit County Humane Society.