After a courageous battle with an aggressive form of lymphoma, Dr. Andrew Hill passed away peacefully at the all too early age of 60.
The Hill family extends its deep gratitude to the doctors and nurses of The Ottawa Hospital who provided him with high quality care, comfort and dignity throughout his ordeal. With all our hearts, we also thank Andrew’s life partner, Lyse Huneault, for providing him with continuous love, comfort and support during his treatment. We could not have asked for more from one he so clearly loved.
Andrew is predeceased by his father William John Leslie Hill, and survived by his mother Sarah Puddicombe Hill, his children Fraser and Sarah Hill, his brothers Tony, Gordon and Duncan Hill and their respective spouses Wendy Hill, Denise Workun and Cathy Bailey.
Although born in Montreal, Andrew grew up in Nepean. While sometimes mischievous at the expense of his brothers, he approached everything he did with exceptional hard work, intelligence and focus. He enjoyed skiing, bicycling and engaging in something that resembled golf. He loved spending time with life-long friends from his lifeguarding days, J.S. Woodsworth High School, and The Ottawa Hospital. Andrew was a gracious host of family gatherings, fun cottage times on the Rideau Lakes and was keen to engage in activities with those who loved him. Most of all, Andrew was a devoted father who loved his children dearly. They made him ever so happy and proud.
Andrew completed degrees at the University of Ottawa (BSc Molecular Biology, 1982), McGill University (Medicine, 1986, MSc Experimental Surgery, 1992) and McMaster University (MSc Health Research Methodology, 2000). He was the recipient of many certifications, honours, awards, and acknowledgements from his peers and professional and academic organizations. He was also a skilled researcher, prolific author and educator who helped advance knowledge in the cardiovascular field.
The practice of medicine and surgery was Andrew’s passion and it defined him. He performed his residency and worked at the Montreal General Hospital until 1998. He was a senior member of the surgical staff at The Ottawa Hospital since 1998. He served as Division Head of Vascular Surgery at The Ottawa Hospital and the University of Ottawa Faculty of Medicine from 2001 to 2011, and, led the Canadian Society of Vascular Surgeons in 2005. He had a significant role in recruiting the current generation of vascular surgeons at The Ottawa Hospital and positioning Ottawa as an international leader in endovascular surgery. As a talented and caring surgeon, Andrew dedicated himself to improving the lives of all his patients.
“Don't cry because it's over. Smile because it happened.” - Theodore Geisel
Friends are invited to visit the Beechwood National Memorial Centre, 280 Beechwood Ave. Ottawa on Saturday November 16 after 2 p.m. Memorial Service will be held in the Sacred Space at 3 p.m. followed by a reception. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made online at AndrewHillTribute.ca, by phone 613-761-4295 or by mail to TOH Foundation, 737 Parkdale Avenue, 1st floor, Box 610, Ottawa, Ontario, K1Y 1J8.
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Kim and Bev Boles
Dr.Haissam Haddad and Mrs Karoline Armoyan
Our thoughts and prayers are with each and everyone of you. May he Rest In Peace with no more pain and may his memory be eternal.
Michael Yacob and Taleen Haddad
Gone far too soon from this world. May he Rest In Peace. Sending prayers and strength to his amazing partner Lyse, his children, mother, siblings and the whole family. ❤️
Joanne Brennan
My deepest condolences to all his family and to Lyse and her family. He was taken from this earth way too early. My thoughts and prayers are with everyone during this difficult time.
Dr. Paul Petrasek
Andrew was a friend, mentor and advisor early in my career. He was formative for me and I owe much of what I became to him. I observed his quiet and capable leadership style and adopted his leadership techniques, which have helped me so much through my career. My friend, you are dearly missed but will never be forgotten - thank you for everything that you have given to me.
Barry Rubin
My sincere condolences to Andrew's entire family. I have only the fondest memories of Andrew from our days together at McGill. When I recently learned that he had been ill I reached out to Andrew - his response was a gracious and optimistic as could ever be imagined, given the circumstances. Rest in peace.
K. Wayne Johnston
I was very saddened to learn of Andrew’s passing. As a trainee, he was a gifted clinical surgeon and, in practice, it is great to know that he applied his skills to help so many patients. He is well recognized by the Vascular Surgery community in Canada as major contributor to the specialty through his administrative roles, publications, friendships, and mentorship. I send my condolences to his family and friends. He will be greatly missed. He will be in my prayers.
Sue Trottier
My condolences to the entire Hill family my thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of sorrow. I am so sorry for your loss . Dr. Hill will be in our hearts and memories forever.Wishing you strength and peace during this hard time.”
Robert Phillips
We were very sad to hear of Andy's passing. I have fond memories of him from our life guarding days in Nepean and on a back country canoe trip. He had a quiet,confident style from an early age.
Our thoughts go out to his entire family.
Caron Bishop, Rob, Fraser and Logan Phillips
David Lindsay
Lyse, Mrs. Hill, Fraser, Sarah, Duncan, Gordon and Tony; my sincerest condolences. Since grade 7 Andy was a loyal caring friend. He was a role model with his schooling, his social personality, and his career choice. Andy was of great importance to me and will be deeply missed. Love ya Andy ... David
A tremendous loss to family, friends and colleagues. He was a generous, wise and kind mentor and he will always occupy a very special place in my thoughts. Good bye kind sir.
Kim Boles