January 11, 1929 ~ March 4, 2024
Anita Marie (Smith) Hilim, age 95, born to Augusta and George Smith January 11, 1929, in Laramie Wyoming passed away on March 4, 2024. At her request, cremation will take place and no public services will be held. Memorial donations in Anita’s memory may be made to The Rock Creek Volunteer Fire Dept, in care of Tyler Sims, 953 State Hwy 13 McFadden, WY 82083, or charity of the donors choosing. Online Condolences for the family may be left at www.montgomerystryker.com.
Anita’s early years were spent on the family’s homestead North of Rock River, WY. She later moved to Laramie where she completed her education and remained for the rest of her life. She spent 20 years working in the Microbiology Department at the University of Wyoming. She enjoyed camping, water skiing, attending the numerous activities her sons enjoyed, playing cards and especially the countless days spent in the peace and tranquility of her beloved cabin at Woodedge.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband Alex Hilim; five siblings Nat Smith, Florence (Smith) Atkinson, Mae (Smith) White, Kay (Smith) Curry, and Fred Smith, as well as a granddaughter Meg Eberhart.
She is survived by five sons Richard (Monica Fenton) Eberhart, Steamboat Springs, CO; Robert (Martha) Eberhart, Sheridan, WY, Thomas (Kathleen) Eberhart, Laramie WY, Tony (Amy) Hilim, Windsor, CO, and John (Tammy) Hilim, Rawlins, WY; 9 grandchildren; 19 great grandchildren with one on the way, as well as many nieces and nephews.
22 Comments To "Anita M. Hilim"
#1 Comment By Lish Murphy On March 7, 2024 @ 8:43 pm
Tony and Amy know that you are in my thoughts and prayers!! Love you all so much. Sending my love and hugs!! Lish
#2 Comment By John Hilim On March 8, 2024 @ 5:20 am
My Hero–
#3 Comment By Denise Roach On March 11, 2024 @ 4:56 pm
John, I am so sorry to hear about your mom. She certainly was a spunky lady.
Denise Birkholz
#4 Comment By Beth Hulett Fly On March 8, 2024 @ 6:51 am
Anita was a true lady, so classy. I’m certain Al was waiting. I’m so very sorry for your loss.
#5 Comment By Martha Miller On March 8, 2024 @ 7:16 am
I remember Anita from campus and she was always a nice and kind person. God bless her and her family.
#6 Comment By Heather Warren On March 8, 2024 @ 12:03 pm
Anita was such a special lady! I remember her when we would go to the Lake. Her laughter was contagious! She always had a smile on her face. Even if she hadn’t seen me for years she would always remember my name and would give me a hug. I’m sure being reunited with Al was glorious! She will be missed. Love and prayers for your wonderful family! 🙏🏻💞
#7 Comment By Robyn Guice On March 8, 2024 @ 1:05 pm
Anita was such a special person and will be very missed by our whole family! Love and prayers, Doug and Robyn Guice❤️🙏🏼
#8 Comment By Courtney Hilim On March 8, 2024 @ 1:23 pm
Miss you so much grandma 🤍
#9 Comment By Kae Muir On March 8, 2024 @ 1:30 pm
Even though she wasn’t my grandma, she always told me to call her Grandma Anita. She was so strong. So determined and I loved her zest for life and the mountains. She was always making spaghetti-o’s when she baby sit us. She was the essence of class. Sending so much love and prayers to you all.
#10 Comment By Charis Reeves Kipper On March 8, 2024 @ 3:51 pm
Thinking of the Eberhart and Hilim families at this sad time. Anita was a great lady and she will be missed.
#11 Comment By Sandy (Reeves) Hoffman On March 8, 2024 @ 8:45 pm
Fond memories of growing up with the Hilim family, Anita was always so lovely, and yes, forever smiling. She taught me baton twirling lessons in their backyard in the late 1960’s, I would proudly march along 9th street with the LHS Marching Band as a little eight year old girl. Paul and I send our love and condolences.
#12 Comment By Alexa Hilim On March 8, 2024 @ 10:04 pm
I miss you so much grandma 🤍 You meant everything to so many peopl, love you always miss you forever!
#13 Comment By Cindy Barry and Gene Atencio On March 9, 2024 @ 8:12 am
It’s hard to know where to start! Anita was one of a kind, she was never afraid to take on a project, whether it be building something or repairing it! She made the best chocolate sheet cake and it definitely was her signature! She was always so kind to welcome Gene and I to the Cabin that we absolutely love going to! She will be missed and I know she is home now with the Lord and I know Al was waiting for her! RIP Anita we all loved you!
#14 Comment By Shannon (Reeves) Holden On March 9, 2024 @ 10:16 am
Heaven has gained a beautiful Angel. Such great memories with Anita and Al growing up. Thinking of the family going through your loss. God Bless you all
#15 Comment By Valorie Smith On March 10, 2024 @ 9:28 am
I remember Anita from childhood. She was my Aunt Mae White’s sister. A beautiful and gracious lady for sure. I know she will be greatly missed by her family and the community. My condolences to the whole family…
Sincerely
Valorie Clymer Smith
#16 Comment By Dusty Joy On March 10, 2024 @ 9:55 am
My condolences to the Eberhart and Hilim families. A classy, kind person, that always greeted you with a warm smile and friendly conversation. Great memories and many fun times….and 95 years of making our world a better place…thank you Anita!
#17 Comment By Bob Dunivent & Debbie Honeycutt On March 10, 2024 @ 3:21 pm
To the Eberhart and Hilim family. Our sincere condolences! A wonderful lady who will be missed by all.
The Dunivent family
#18 Comment By Kevin Bohnenblust On March 12, 2024 @ 10:20 am
Tony, I’m very sorry for your loss. I hope that fond memories will be a comfort now and in the future.
#19 Comment By Guy W. Scarpelli On March 13, 2024 @ 4:53 pm
My condolences for the Eberhard and Hilim families. Anita was a special lady that was very kind. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you..
#20 Comment By Steve and Brenda Page On March 14, 2024 @ 4:43 pm
To the Hilim and Eberhart families, our sincere sympathies. Al and Nita were our Woodedge neighbors for 50+ years. She will be remembered for all her accomplishements, strengths, tenacity and warm smile. Our summer weekends at Woodedge with my parents and Al and Nita hold great memories. Her heart will live on in Woodedge. Stephen and Brenda Page
#21 Comment By Greg and Dolly Kerr On March 14, 2024 @ 7:32 pm
We have so many great memories through the years of camping and water skiing!
Anita always had a smile for all and wonderful sense of humor for any occasion!
We will miss her deeply,
May she rest in peace.
#22 Comment By Kathleen Strittmater On March 27, 2024 @ 5:41 pm
I am so sorry to learn of the passing of Anita. I have such great memories of her from the lake. She was always so good to all of us kids. I will always remember her laugh, her beautiful makeup and hair done while camping, and she always made the best roast EVER. She was such a sweet and kind lady and will be missed. My condolences and prayers to the Hilim and Eberhart families. May she rest in peace.