Elizabeth S. Hillsgrove “Babe”, died Saturday, July 30 at Westerly Hospital after a brief illness at the age of 93.
She was born in Closter, NJ on October 6, 1917 the daughter of Harry H. Smith and Viola M. Smith.
She married J. Walter Hillsgrove in August, 1948. He died May 24, 1994.
She was a wife, mother, and homemaker who at different times was also a librarian, alcoholism counselor, medical assistant, school receptionist, hospital and church volunteer, and a British Relief volunteer during World War II.
She is survived by her son, Martin F. Hillsgrove and his wife Ellen of New London, CT.
Her family will gather privately for a burial service at Elm Grove Cemetery, Mystic.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Westerly Hospital.
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