Brian K. Hillman

Fitchburg – Brian K. Hillman, 66, formerly of Fitchburg, passed away on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 in the VCU Medical Center in Richmond Virginia after a courageous battle with cancer. Brian was born in Gardner, on March 15, 1960, a son of late Erdix D. Hillman and Teresa M. McCarthy and grew up in Fitchburg. Later in life Brian relocated to Virginia. Brian spent his working years as part of the custodial department at Fitchburg State College. He took great pride in not only his work, but the school and people around him as well. His 33 years working on those buildings were filled with some of his fondest memories. Brian enjoyed nature and felt connected to his native roots. He believed the hotter the weather the better, so, to no surprise his favorite place was Hawaii. He loved the New England Patriots and was an avid fan of the sport, watching every game. The only thing greater than watching the New England Patriots was doing it with a coffee in hand. Brian also enjoyed music and was a member of the Kingsmen Drum & Bugle Corps where he played the Baritone Horn and on the drum line for a short period of time. He was very prideful of his time with the Kingsmen and shared memories often with his loved ones. Above all, Brian’s greatest joy in life was his family. Some of his favorite memories were camping in Old Orchard Beach, Maine. He loved being a grandfather and a proud father. He was very patriotic, loved his country, and was honored to be a father of a Marine. He always said his spirit animal was an eagle which represents freedom. He leaves his wife of 38 Years, Bonny L. (McNamara) Hillman of Prince George, VA; a son Justin Hillman, and his wife, Danielle Lane of Disputanta, VA; two daughters, Kayla Gauvin and her husband Justin, lastly, Kelly Webb and her husband Tyler, all of Dracut; a brother, Bob Hillman, and his life partner Arleen of Tennessee; five grandchildren, Adelyn, Kolson, Lilah, Nora and Caden, as well as many nieces and nephews. He is pre-deceased by his beloved sister, Kathleen Cormier. His funeral Mass will be celebrated on Saturday August 29 at 10 AM in Saint Joseph’s Church, 49 Woodland St., Fitchburg followed by a burial in Saint Bernard Cemetery in Fitchburg. Brian‘s family will receive family and friends on Friday, August 28 from 4 to 7 PM in the Isabelle & Anderson Funeral Home, 316 Clarendon St., Fitchburg. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to The Doorways in Richmond, VA. The Doorways graciously welcomed and hosted his daughters, who traveled from out of state to be by his side, free of cost. They are a donation and volunteer-based hospitality home that hosts patients and grieving families like ours, free of cost. Please consider donating in Brian’s name at https://www.thedoorways.org/support/donate-now

Brian K. Hillman

March 15, 1960 - August 19, 2026