Michael SamuelHILLof Clayton-le-Moors passed away peacefully in hospital ‘Fortified By The Rites Of Holy Mother Church’, aged 89 years on May 2.
The dearly beloved son of the late Annie and Sam Hill, loved brother of the late John, also a cherished uncle of Michelle and Duncan. Much loved and dearly missed by all his loving family and many, many friends.
Mick began his career with an apprenticeship at Accrington Nori and went on to spend his working life as a self-employed electrician. Outside of work, Mick had a true passion for sport. In his younger years, he played both football and cricket, and that love of sport stayed with him throughout his life. A devoted member of Lancashire Cricket Club for many years, Mick travelled the world following the England Cricket Team. He enjoyed unforgettable sporting trips to far-flung places like Barbados, New Zealand, and Australia, often in the company of good friends Jack Simmons and Dickie Bird. Mick also enjoyed a flutter and had a sharp eye for the horses, backing more than a few winners over the years. If he wasn’t at Coral bookmakers, he could often be found at Yates Bakery or Denman’s Electrical shop. All three were like a second home to him—though if you had to pick just one, the bookies would always come first. Mick was a wonderful character—popular, respected, and deeply well liked. He had a twinkle in his eye and an infectious presence that always lifted your mood. His dry sense of humour ensured he was always surrounded by laughter. He had great love for his family and friends and treated everyone with the same warmth and kindness. Mick was inseparable from his beloved Alsatian, Dusky, who accompanied him everywhere. They were a familiar sight together, especially in Mick’s van on the way to jobs.
A well-known and much-loved figure in Clayton-le-Moors, Mick leaves behind a lasting legacy and a very special place in all our hearts.
Requiem Mass will be celebrated in St. Joseph’s Church, Accrington on Thursday, May 15 at 10.30am, followed by cremation at Accrington Crematorium.
Donations in lieu of flowers are being gratefully received in Memory of Mick on behalf of Derian House Children’s Hospice c/o www. champfunerals.com/obituaries or handed to our Funeral Director.
