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Grace Olivia Hilliard

10/05/1932 - 12/26/2023

Obituary For Grace Olivia Hilliard

Mrs. Grace Olivia Hilliard, 91, of Gastonia, North Carolina was born October 5, 1932 and departed this life on Tuesday, December 26, 2023 at CaroMont Regional Medical Center in Gastonia, North Carolina.

Funeral Arrangements Are As Follow:

PUBLIC VIEWING: At the funeral home on Friday, January 5, 2024 from 3:00 until 8:00 PM

PLACE: Friendship Christian Church-Family Life Center, 221 West Bradley Street, Gastonia, NC 28052

DATE & TIME: Saturday, January 6, 2024 @ 11:00 AM

VISITATION/VIEWING: At the church on Saturday one hour prior to service from 10:00 until 11:00 AM

BURIAL: Westview Gardens, 1123 Edgewood Road, Bessemer City, NC 28016

LIVE STREAMING SERVICE: Facebook CfhCostner Live


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Joseph Carter Collins sent Sweet Moments for Grace Olivia Hilliard - January 04, 2024

Joy!! Aunt Grace was my angel!!! Life will continue to grow and shine in her name!! Love tex

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To Joylette, Keith & Family! There are absolutely "NO" words to adequately convey my heartfelt condolence! This is undoubtedly the most difficult task you've had to tackle! My prayer is, you'll find comfort in knowing your Mom's life and "Rich Legacy" has positively impacted soooo many lives, young, old, saved, unsaved, rich, poor, educated, uneducated; Grace Hilliard NEVER allowed one's condition in life to dictate her level of caring, inspiring & loving them. Personally, I'll forever remember her "infectious smile; her ability to get your undivided attention when she addressed you by calling your first and last name;her undying love for God and teaching HIS Word; just her overall nurturing, loving & caring nature with so much practical WISDOM. Grace Hilliard was my "true friend!" Knowing her well, I can imagine her saying to ALl of us,on December 26, 2023, "Today, I've completed my earthly assignment, Ya'll! I can also hear her recite this scripture from the tablets of her heart;"I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, and I have remained faithful.And now the prize awaits me—the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will give me on the day of his return. And the prize is not just for me but for all who eagerly look forward to His appearing." I will always love & remember her as my Tarboro neighbor, my true and proven "friend" for 30 plus years. RIP my Sister! Mary Hagans-Maxwell

Her name was Grace and it was made for her......she was a grace-filled, gentle, and beautiful spirit. Peace and blessing to you, Joy, and your family.

Joylette,please accept my sincere condolences. May the memories shared with your mother help sustain you and your family. May God comfort your hearts with His perfect peace. Sincerely, Marian Anderson-Booker

Our deepest condolences to the family. We pray that your faith comforts you during these sad times of bereavement. Kenneth and Bessie Froneberger

Joylette and the family, My ❤️ goes out to you as your family that God peace will cover you at this time. His Angel Grandma Grace will always be watching over you.

Aunty Grace was truly an Angel of the Gospel - She always was a motivator, an inspirer, cheerleader and full of joy and love. She loved her GOD and was a GOD-fearing women- Just to be in her presence was a blessing. She loved everybody and was always praising the FATHER. Carla, Ashley and Chris will miss you - We always talk about how you taught ASHLEY how to tie her shoes in one day. Heaven truly has gain an ANGEL. We will miss you in this Earthly life but the memories and Love will always remain in our heart.

Aunty Grace was truly an Angel of the Gospel - She always was a motivator, an inspirer, cheerleader and full of joy and love. She loved her GOD and was a GOD-fearing women- Just to be in her presence was a blessing. She loved everybody and was always praising the FATHER. Heaven truly has gain an ANGEL. We will miss you in this Earthly life but the memories and Love will always remain in our heart. Carla, Ashley and I will miss you - We always talk about how you taught her how to tie her shoes in one day. This only GOD

Curtis & Melvinia Cummings send prayers of comfort during your time of bereavement.

Mrs. Hilliard so many years ago we became friends, you were that joy and peace that I encounter at Princeville Elementary School. We could talk about everything, I remember one day you said, Bobbie Allen your day is coming when your boys will grow up and the things you desire will be yours. So many encouraging words came from you, down through the years you were there encouraging me with phone calls, prayers and love, Going to missed you, my friend. God has picked a very special flower, gone from our sight but not our hearts. Love from Bobbie, kenyon, Richard and kenrick Allen

Family, may your memories live forever within your hearts and bring comfort, peace and laughter. May God keep, bless and strengthen you all in the days to come, Lisa Michelle Simpson.

My sincere condolences and prayers for the family!! Aunt Grace was the little train that would not stop!! Her engine will continue to run on my tracks, "" I love you unconditionally !!❤️❤️🌹🌹🙏🙏

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

Costner Funeral Home | Gastonia, NC

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