James Edward Hills

James Edward Hills passed away Sunday, September 6, 2009, at the age of 64, due to complications from a fall. He was born October 18, 1944, in Superior, Nebraska, to Vivian Arthur Hills and Mildred (Heineke) Hills of Mankato, Kansas.

James is survived by his wife, Eleanor F. Hills of Albuquerque, New Mexico; three children, Brian and wife, Kelly Hills of Blue Springs, Missouri, Craig and wife Dana Hills of Independence, Missouri, Andrea and husband, Scott Flowers of Lees Summit, Missouri. He is also survived by two sisters, Joan and husband Jeff Ogle of Hickman, Nebraska, and Donna Ramey of Mankato, Kansas; seven grandchildren: Tyler, Shane, Derek, Clinton and Randy Hills, Hunter and Travis Dodson.

Cremation has taken place. At his request, no services will be held. Please send any memorial donations to New Mexico Steam Locomotive Railroad Historical Society, P. O. Box 27270, Albuquerque, New Mexico 87125-2720