I just saw Mr. Hill's obituary.  He had such an impact on my life in 1973 - 1974 as my Music teacher and Band Leader.  I learned so much from him.  The band was awesome and won the Kiwanis Festival.  We played at the Parliament buildings and at Ontario Place.  I really didn't have very much musical skill but for some reason he never kicked me out of the band lol.
Good memories.  



I just read Mr. Hill’s obit today.  He was my music teacher when I was 11 to 13 yrs old.  I am now 58.  He was instrumental (no pun intended) in my learning to love music, especially when playng in the band.  I will always remember his humour and his desire to challenge a group of young teens to play music with a passion.  He made us want to play well for ourselves but I know we wanted to show him how far we’ve come.  Those formative years were so much fun and I will never forget him.  My condolences to the family.  

Thankful for Mr. Wayne Hill, especially the opportunity and positive encouragement given to my son Nicholas as he learned to play clarinet. He will be greatly missed. We offer all affected our sincere and deep condolences.

We feel blessed that our girls had the chance to learn from such a talented teacher. Wayne shared his gift with so many! We were so sad to hear of his passing and are so sorry for your loss. 

On behalf of St. Joseph the Worker students, staff, and community members; I would like to extend our condolences to Mr. Hill's family.  Mr. Hill was a wonderful music teacher, who instilled an appreciation of music and the arts.  He was very kind, patient, flexible, and truly passionate about teaching music to his students.  The children always looked forward to their lessons with Mr. Hill; they were fully engaged in their learning, and they always put on beautiful musical performance at the end of every year.  Over the years, Mr. Hill worked with many St. Joseph the Worker students.  All have fond memories of him; they learned a lot, and they all feel truly blessed to have had him as their music teacher.  

Rest in peace, Mr. Hill.  We will miss you.

God Bless;
Ms. C. Donovan
Principal, St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Elementary School 

I look back fondly on my time with Wayne at Sir John A.  He and Cliff Holmes led me to have a deep appreciation for music and the arts.  He poured his life into his students.  He made an indelible mark on our lives.  I am grateful for the short time I knew him.  

My heartfelt condolences to Christine, Geordie, Caelyn & the family.

Your husband/father was the principal influence of my late high school and early university years. His encouragement and guidance in that formative period changed the course of my life for the better. I am sorry to have heard the news of his illness and passing just now. I look forward to extending my condolences in person next time I'm back from Montreal.

With love and gratitude,
Matthew


Saddened to hear of Mr. Hill’s passing. My fondest memories of Markville were had in the music department. Mr. Hill challenged us to reach our potential and to support each other... he also had a great sense of humour and cared deeply about his students. I am truly grateful that I stumbled upon the welcoming and inspiring environment that he created. Until we meet again.

To this day I can be heard telling old friends, new friends and strangers alike of my deep gratefulness of having a formidable music education.  I didn't understand at the time how such an education would impress on me all the way through my adult life. I haven't picked my instrument up in over 15 years, and truly, it doesn't matter.

Mr. Hill taught me to have passion for playing music.  He taught me what is was like to be a part of a synchronized team, where attention to detail opens the door to the unexplainable satisfaction of creating a perfectly played orchestral arrangement.  He taught me that practice, practice, practice is worth it, cause when you get it right, it sends shivers through your spine, and captures something intangible.

I can't thank you enough Mr. Hill for being who you were through my high school years.  I will forever carry the mantle of the fight to save music education as a part of basic curriculums.  

BTW, there was nothing like winning the Kiwanis festival.  I can see it and hear right now, as if it were yesterday.

Love,
one of your many principal flautist,
Kim Garrett

Christine, Geordie and Caelyn, our thoughts are with you during this difficult time.

Those we love don’t go away,
They walk beside us everyday,
Unseen, unheard, but always near,
Still loved, still missed and very near.

Your neighbours on Cameron Lane,
Gary and Heather





I am deeply saddened to hear of Wayne's passing. He was such a big influence on my journey from the days at Fairmount to Bliss Carman in band programs he excelled at motivating us and providing a very well appreciated education. Much love to the family from a lifelong music lover. 

I wanted to write and express my deepest condolences to you at the passing of "Mr. Hill." He was one of my earliest and most important mentors. I was a very shy kid, and he recognized in me a potential and a confidence that I didn't know I had. He pushed me in many ways, most of all, to take risks, and this is a lesson that I have carried with me into my adult life. I benefited so much from his teaching. I have become, an accomplished spoken word artists, community advocate, arts educator and political activist. I am so at home on the stage and am so grateful to him for having introduced me to it.  He had an ability to push a person to recognize their potential to exceed even beyond their own expectations. He seemed tireless in his work to open people up to the power of music and art; its ability to connect people; and to help them to understand their responsibility in passing on that experience. So many of us are so much better off for having known him and having been under his wing. I look back on the years I studied with him and worked for him at YDAPA with a great deal of fondness. We all had a lot of fun together. It was a great time in my life.  

Mr. Hill was an inspiring educator. He helped to foster my love for music, and devoted countless hours to developing the music program at Sir John A. Macdonald/JB Tyrrell into a powerhouse during my time there (1980-85). I had the good fortune to develop my Trombone skills under his guidance. As an educator myself, I am in awe of the time and energy he devoted to us, be it evening practices, then hanging out with us at McDonald's afterwards, to preparing us for numerous music fesitvals including Kiwanis, to taking us on many trips across Canada and to the U.S. Music became my lifeline in high school thanks to his support and mentoring, and I owe him a deep debt of gratitude for everything he did for me.

My deepest condolences to your family.

My thoughts and prayers are with you Christine, Geordie & Caelyn as you gather with those who love you all and admired your husband/father for his amazing leadership; the incredible contributions he made to education, and especially his dedication to music for all. 

He's brought joy to the lives of hundreds of thousands, including those who had the honour to work alongside him. He orchestrated like other true fathers of music  and the outcomes of his symphonies were magic. 

Wayne, Until we meet again 
May God hold you in the palm of His hand.

We wanted to let the family of Wayne Hill know that he made such a positive impact to our family.  His passion to run Music Stars was clearly evident and the work that he did to enrich our children with the joy of playing music did not go unnoticed.  We loved attending the various concerts to watch our children perform and without Wayne none of this would of happened. We are saddened by his passing and are thinking of his family at this time.

Maia, Jaana, Marianne and David DeKort


What can I say about Mr. Hill that hasn't already been said?  He was an amazing man who inspired so many!  He has made a huge impact on my life and I will miss him, but he will always be in my heart!  Christine, Geordie, and Caelyn - I am truly sorry for your loss.  My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Elizabeth

Christine and family,

Wayne's legacy will continue to flourish in the lives of so many young people he taught, the festivals he organized, the young teacher candidates he mentored and those of us lucky enough to have called him a colleague and friend. I will forever be grateful for the opportunities and encouragement he gave so willingly over the years and his impact on music in our community will be greatly missed by all of us.



  

Our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Wayne Hill. Through his legacy of Music Alive, he has inspired our students, year after year, to strive for excellence in music performance, within the school and beyond. We were fortunate to have Wayne's Music Alive office in our building for several years. We are grateful to have known Wayne as a colleague and friend, someone who delighted in our young students' love for music, and who gave us the opportunity to share our joy with students in the public, separate, and private schools of York Region. Know that his influence lives on.

Wismer PS Community, Markham

Many fond memories of working with Wayne and making beautiful music. We were saddened to learn of his passing.L5

Christine and family, we're so saddened to hear of Wayne's death. Our thoughts are with you from Cameron Lake at this time. 

My sympathy to all of Wayne's family, friends and the many people who knew him. We have lost a wonderful man who touched many with his passion for music. I am grateful that I had the chance to share his friendship and knowledge. 

My warmest wishes at this time to Caelyn and her mom and brother.  Wayne was clearly a remarkable man, musician and father!

With great sincerity, I can say that Wayne had a tremendous influence on my life.  I feel very, very fortunate to have known him and to have spent time with him in his last days.  While I know he was not understood by everyone, he certainly sacrificed so much to help countless people learn to love music.  His was a life cut too short but it was certainly so very well spent.

My sincere condolences to Christine, Geordie, Caelyn and extended family. I have many fond memories working with Wayne during the YDAPA years.  You are all in my thoughts during this difficult time. 

Ada Seebach 
(one of the costume ladies)

To the Hill Family,

My sincere condolences on the passing of Wayne. Mr. Hill was my Grade 6 homeroom teacher and my music teacher in 1970, his first year of teaching. We were all so proud to have such a young teacher. He brought music to Fairmount Public School. He was so passionate about teaching us music and I have never forgotten him. Such a wonderful man with a hardy laugh. It's amazing to see how many lives Wayne touched through his passion for music. RIP Wayne, you have been taken too soon but I am sure the Heavens will be filled with music.

Gayle Pollock

Hill Family,

I am so sorry to learn of this immense loss.  Mr. Hill helped shaped my life in more ways that I can recall and I am grateful for having him as a teacher at Markville.  No words can even begin to express my gratitude for what he has given me and countless generations of students.  Christine, thank you so much for sharing him with us. 

You and your family are in my thoughts.  

With love,
Julia

Christine
My sincere condolences on the passing of Wayne. It was my pleasure to not only teach Wayne but to work with him at Carman and Tyrell. He developed and lead outstanding music programs at both schools. He will be missed. All the best to you and your family at this difficult time.
Bob Hanna

My condolences to the Hill family. I was a student at Milliken Mills High School. It was a new school and what Mr. Hill created for us a "music family". 

He took a bunch of misfit kids and turned them into music loving, scale running and jazz singing experts who in the end loved all the late nights and early mornings of practice, practice, practice.

I have so many memories of our high school music department that I still talk and laugh about today. All the music trips, competitions, special events that we were a part of because of him. Not only did we want to do well for ourselves but we wanted to do well for Mr. Hill.

I don't think I had another teacher that cared so much about what he was teaching, but also about us, as people.

May he rest in peace.

Christine, Geordie and Caelyn, 

I am deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Wayne. I had the privilege to know Wayne as a fellow educator, and as a parent of two boys who were both part of the Music Star Program for many years. It was a delight dealing with such a passionate and enthusiastic gentleman who loved, loved, loved music, and teaching children how to create it. He certainly knew how to put the two together and create magic. How he accomplished all he did with so many students (many with no previous instrument playing abilities), parents, schools, competitions, venues and deadlines, is just incredible. He was his students’ biggest advocate, demanding their best no matter their talents, allowing them to reach their fullest potential and shine. He gained their respect because they felt his firm confidence and faith in them. My boys and I are grateful to have known Wayne, and we thank him for his passion, dedication and commitment. Our sincerest condolences and prayers are with all of you at this most difficult time. May you find comfort in knowing that he has touched the hearts of so many – both adults and children alike. May God grant you the peace and strength to carry on in faith.

Michael, Matthew, Renato and Tania (Dellaripa) Favret. 


I'm so  sorry for his family's loss.  My earliest insights into classroom music teaching came from Wayne , and  it was a privilege to  meet up with him again years later as a colleague in the school board and then on his festival committee.  I valued his optimism and encouragement, and even now I can imagine his pensive gaze and joyous laugh.

Our deepest condolences to the Hill Family for their great loss.
When Wayne was just a "young man " working at the TFFC, we could always count 
on him to do a great job. 

He will always be missed!

                                             Dan, Gloria and Diane

Sincere condolences Christine to you and your family.
Your cottage neighbours,the Milburns

To my dear friend Christine.  I remember when you were dating Wayne and we would hang out at his place and do our homework when we were in university.  He would come back from one of his long runs and we'd be sitting on his couch.  I was dating a guy with the last name Hill at the time too and I remember we always said we'd open up an accounting firm "Hill & Hill".  

I remember being in your wedding and how beautiful you looked in your dress and how handsome Wayne was.

I remember visiting you when you first had Geordie.  And then again at your house in Stouffville after Caelyn was born.

A lifetime of memories with you.  And many, many more I hope as we grow older.  I'm so sorry for your loss.  I know Geordie and Caelyn have an amazing mother to help them through.  And a wonderful grandmother Marg.

I love you forever Chris.

My dearest condolences to the Hill family. I was a student of Mr. Hill in the Ty-Mac program. I really hope his children get some sense of peace from realizing just how much their father touched and changed the lives of so many students. My fondest memories of High school all revolve around the music program and Mr. Hill. He was always there for his students and dedicated so much time to them. The world lost not just an amazing teacher but an even more amazing man. RIP

He was a very inspirational Music teacher, he gave the gift of music to many of the students he taught in the variety of schools.
If only life wasnt so short he would still be giving joy to everyone with his presence.
We wish the best for his family and everyone
Sincerely, The McDonald Family.n

Dear Geordie and Family,
Wayne was an absolute amazing person.  He touched many lives.  I am so sorry for your loss.  Heaven will be playing music forever.  He did a lot of work at many schools.  St. Joseph, Aurora students became very talented under his wing.   
Wishing you and your family much comfort during this difficult time.  We will never forget Wayne....

Condolences,
Christine, TJ and Lianne Schiavo

Hi there my name is Karen, I new Mr. Hill as my music teacher at Markville Secondary school. I am very sorry to hear of your loss I have many great memories.

Dear Christine, Geordie, and Caelyn,
It was with sadness that we heard the news of Wayne's passing.We had heard that he was ill but didn't realize the seriousness of his illness.We now want to express our condolences to each of you.
 I had the privilege of working with Wayne for about 6 years at SCS. I found Mr Hill to be very professional but more importantly a teacher who loved music and loved his students. He had a soft heart.. He desperately wanted his students to love music, but he also realized  that some of them were not that interested, and still he worked with them. I credit SCS's music/band program  to Wayne's hard work and his commitment. How often didn't we see him bring Geordie along in order to help the students realize what real music should sound like.. I was always very thankful for Wayne's hard work as I am sure the whole SCS community was
.Once again Minka and I want to express our condolences and pray that God will give you the  comfort and strength in the days ahead that only He can give.
Jake and Minka Vriend

I was saddened to hear of Wayne's passing.  I first met Wayne in 1979 in the Program Dept, Scarborough Board.  At that time, I was a co-op student assisting with Music Camp.  We later became colleagues.  I fondly remember Wayne as a kind man with a wonderful sense of humour.  My condolences to Christine and family.

I was honoured to work for Wayne as one of his Music Alive Adjudicators and Site Managers since 2010.  
He was such an enthusiast for music education and I was lucky to have met him.
My sincere condolences to the family, especially to Caelyn.

It was an honour to open Milliken Mills High School with Wayne. He was the consummate professional. His energy, enthusiasm & passion were contagious. He touched so many & we are richer for having had him in our llives. He not only was my colleague but became my friend. I will be forever grateful that our paths crossed. My deepest condolences to his family on this wonderful life lost way too soon. My thoughts & prayers are with you.

My deepest condolences to the Hill family! Wayne was a mentor and an inspirational teacher! He will be missed!

Chris, Geordie and Caelyn, my sincere condolences. Wayne had a profound influence, and made me much of the person I am today. And, it would seem, many, many others. 

To Christine and family;

I just heard today about your passing. You were like family to all of us. You had such high expectations from all of your students, and we strived to meet them. Along the way, we realised what a remarkable  and influential person you were. I  know me included, that it was because of Wayne you became a teacher. We still have fond memories of TY-MAC, Scarborough Music Camp and the Scarborough Symphony. I still talk about our weekly group meetings at the McDonalds at Warden & Sheppard after practise. I hope that your children will read the various testimonies from your former students and truly gain an understanding of  the influence their father had on people. 

Mr. Hill was a great teacher for Rodrigo and Andres. Thanks to Mr. Hill we had the great opportunity to see our two boys playing together and being part of Music Star.            
They loved to be part of this beautiful project. 
Thanks Mr. Hill for all your dedication, patience and love for music, for made us feel proud of our kids seeing them playing new songs, new instruments and make them love music. 

You will be missed. Your legacy will be with us always. 

My  deep condolences to all his family members. 

The Minassians

I'm sure we are but two of the many that are feeling a great loss today. Wayne not only taught us music, he taught us to LIVE it, to EMBRACE it, to FEEL it.  Heaven's choir just became that much better. Thank you Mr. Hill, for believing in us and allowing us to experience music as it was meant to be.

Jason & Judy Bentham

My sincerest condolences to the Hill family. I had the privelege of being taught by Mr. Hill from grades 7 through 13. He gave so much of his time to provide all of us with the best music and life experiences through early morning and late night practices, school concerts, commencements, Kiwanis Music Festivals, Camp Manitou, Expo '86, and the Scotland Fife exchange program in '88. He always demanded complete dedication and excellence and he led by example. He made all of us strive to do our best and make him proud. He created a music family and the majority of my fondest memories are from band experiences and the people in them. He was the most influential teacher I had and I am a better person for having known him. I am deeply saddened that he has left us too soon and may he RIP forever.

With heavy hearts we learn of Wayne's passing.  He was a wonderful musical mentor and lovely person.  Our thoughts and prayers are with his family.

Mere words can express the depth of my sorrow or the magnitude of Wayne's influence in Music Education across the region.  His heart, his spirit and his passion for music education has inspired generations of students and teachers.  Personally, he was a great friend and an outstanding mentor.  Wayne will always live in the hearts of all he has touched.  I can say, without a doubt, I have never met a more generous, selfless and good man than Wayne.  God bless and rest in peace.

Mr. Hill was a treasure. We are grateful for his passionate instruction and gift of music. It has been a source of joy to witness Evangelina progress with Mr. Hill's instruction and the Music Star program, and we feel that it has enhanced her educational experience and helped to instill an appreciation for music.

Our deepest regrets and condolences on his passing,
Tjin-a-joe Family

I was heart broken to hear of his passing. I send prayers and love to his family. He was one of the biggest influences in my life, and it rings true 20 years later. I will never forget him and all he did for music and his students. He was full of passion, love,  and life. Some of the happiest times in my life took place in the Markville Music Department.  So very sorry.  A bright light gone too soon.

Our hearts go our to the Hill family at this sad time.  Wayne Hill was an extraordinary man with passion for both music and teaching.  Our 3 children were fortunate enough to be introduced to instrumental music through Wayne, sparking in each one some interest, which quickly grew to their own passion for music.  He will always be remembered for his generous nature, so giving of his time to students who might not otherwise have had the opportunity to shine. He was their biggest supporter, coach, and advocate.  Though he will be sadly missed, his legacy continues in the lives of all he touched. May he rest in peace.

The Wigston Family

From our hearts to yours,  we are deeply sorry for your loss, Mr. Hill was an amazing music teacher and individual.  He will be truly missed by all who knew him and loved him.  May God bless you all during this difficult time.  
From Kim, Mauro, Alexis and Lucas Bartone ( St. Joseph)


Mr Hill, you will be missed by so many!
Your legacy will go on because you have touched so many hearts and souls.  Rest in Peace!

I had the privilege to have Wayne Hill from grade 7 to 12 as part of the TyMac music program.  He gave of his free time so effortlessly with those weekly rehearsals that became part of my high school regime. As students we took those extra practices for granted, but as a parent now, I do reflect with amazement and appreciation for his teaching gift that he shared. 
Although, I appreciated the music – you must, if you stick with the oboe for that long- but what I appreciated more was the sense of community he built. Many of my great friendships were developed through music classes, band trips, and music camp.  I feel fortunate to have so many dear friends that I do not see enough, but I am a better person for their friendship.  These friendships were developed because of the opportunities he created for us.  Mr. Hill created a safe community for his students and those students supported each other. 
Thinking of your family at this difficult time.
Tricia

Mr. Hill was perhaps one of the greatest teachers I ever had. His love of music, his passion for learning, his devotion to his students was apparent every day. He was a demanding teacher, but he only ever demanded what he knew we were capable of. I count myself amoungst the very fortunate to have been part of the magic he created so many years ago with the Ty-Mac music program. All of us are better people because of the influence he has had on us. The world needs more Wayne Hills, not tragically less.

RIP Mr. Hill.....

Wayne was an amazing teacher who helped me to see the magic of music and community. He encouraged many of us to work harder ( students and parent volunteers) and he helped us all to achieve more. When I reflect on those teachers who shaped my life and post secondary choices Wayne is one of three very special people I will always remember. Taking a group of High School students to perform at Expo in 1986 was just one example of his ability to think outside the box and stretch people to do something special! My condolences.

Thank you Mr. Hill for making high school one amazing experience.  You taught me to look at things at different perspectives, to enjoy the pause and to breath from my diaphragm. Thank you for everything and you will be missed. 

My deepest condolences to Mr. Hill and his family. He will be remembered.


My son is a student at Stouville Christian School. Mr Hill taught him music over the past few years and we will greatly miss him. I will never forget the time I received a call from Wayne one evening to let me know that Matthew my son had made great progress and was one of the top students in his class. A model student for all the others. My son went from not liking music to loving it. This year he pleaded with us to buy him a trombone and now plays in the Air Cadettes marching band. His legacy lives on in the lives of the students he taught and the love and passion for music. We will always remember Mr. Hill for his love and wisdom. I will forever be endeted to Mr. Hill for instilling in my son a passion for music.

We pray that God's peace comforts and strengthens you all during this time.

God Bless

Victoria, Joseph and Matthew ( his student) Sanita

Since I heard of Mr. Hill’s passing yesterday I have been transported back to “the music room”.  Where so many laughs and tears happened – where my high school life happened.  But more than that, it set me on my journey as a musician and teacher.  Although I didn’t end up teaching in a high school classroom as I thought I would when I left Mac, I did teach grade 6-8 students in the elementary system and ran a private studio out of my home, and I often found myself quoting some famous “Mr Hillisms” – Clarinets!  you sound like a bunch of Hoovers!... Come to Jesus in Whole Notes… Hello, Mr. Kiwanis??  We’re not coming! …  But I also found myself trying desperately to instill the same love of music in my students as Mr. Hill did in me. Since yesterday I have also shared memories on FaceBook of some pretty amazing experiences – Kiwanis Festivals, concerts,  trips to Expo ’86, and Scotland – some amazing undertakings and accomplishments.  I hope he knew how deeply he influenced us all and how much we appreciate him now if we didn’t know enough to fully appreciate him then…  Thanks, Mr. Hill, for everything, my sincerest condolences to your family.

My sincerest condolences to Mr Hill's family. His passion for music education inspired many of us to pursue musical endeavours.

Mr Hill. What an amazing man. My love of music and passion for playing came from my years spent in your music classes. Lunch time. After school. The music program was high school for me. I will always cherish the MSS music memories. Thank you so much. 

Wayne was an amazing educator who touched so many lives. He will be missed.


Please accept my heart felt condolences on Wayne’s passing. May the loving arms of Mother Mary welcome Wayne through Heaven’s gate. 

Wayne Hill was loved by all. His love of music and joy of teaching will always be remembered. Wayne was a dear and cherished friend of our family for many years. We will always remember the happy times shared at the cottage with Normie and friends. Much love and condolences to all family members. The Turner Family.

Thank you Mr Hill for bringing music into my life. I have many fond memories of music class with my friends and it was your passion and drive that made me proud to be a musician. Your legacy continues in the hundreds of kids you have educated and we thank you for that! Rest in peace ❤️

Mr.Hill was amazing and really nice and he was a great music teacher to me. He taught ne how to play the great trumpet and he was the BEST I hope you R.I.P Love Alex

What a wonderful soul....Wayne Hill was. Chris, Geordie, Caelyn, i can't take away your tears but i hope for you, that one day, without even realizing, you will find yourselves smiling  because of a fond memory of this sweet man.
 I am so sorry. I send you and your family hugs. My sincere condolences.

Our sincerest sympathies to the entire Hill family.Our prayers and thoughts are with you during this difficult time.  Ethan became obsessed with the trombone during that final year of teaching, and always had the nicest and most encouraging things to say about him.  I will always be grateful to Wayne for the indelible impact he had on my son, as he was one of the very few educational instructors to do so.   Thank you Mr. Hill, you will be greatly missed.

My deepest sympathies to your family. I am profoundly saddened by their loss. I was blessed to have had the priveledge to have been one of Mr. Hill’s music students. As an athlete at Macdonald C.I. I missed a few rehearsals in my first year. I will never forget at the end of the year when Mr. Hill read me the riot act and said either commit to music or quit. I will remember more than anything the look on his face when I showed up in Music class the next year. The rest is history. I had the fortunate opportunity after I started my teaching career to have been able to sit down for lunch with Mr. Hill and to say two words that I should have said as a student but didn’t because we took him for granted (as we all do at that age). “Thank You!!” Sir you touched my life more that you will ever know and for that I am eternally greatful. How many teachers would spend their evenings and weekends rehearsing and preparing for concerts/Kiwanis? How many teachers would charter a plane and take the music departments from 2 schools to the other side of the country for Expo ‘86? That is what made you special. You cared so much to make us the best that we could be. Guess what? It worked. I am certain that my life would have been very different had I not been one of your students.

I believe Mr. Hill was my conductor of the Scarborough Youth Orchestraa- he was an awesome individual  - can anyone confirm this?

We are honored and blessed to have known Wayne Hill.  We are truly sorry to hear of his recent passing. Please accept our condolences and may our prayers help comfort you. Rest in peace, Wayne Hill. You will be truly missed.

I'm sorry to hear about Mr Hills passing, he was a positive influence on my life and introduced me to music theatre performance. May he rest in peace and I pass my condolences to the family. 

I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Mr. Hill.  I was a part of his music department for 5 years (grade 9-OAC).  He will be remembered and missed by every student lucky enough to have been in his band. 

Hello,

My son Ryan started playing the trumpet through Mr. Hill's music star program.  Ryan has developed a love of music largely because of him and we are grateful for Mr. Hill's enthusiasm in his teaching.  He will be missed.

We are sincerely sorry for your loss,
Best Regards,
Anne Goodfellow

I am so saddened by this news. I was part of the band at Markville more than 20 years ago. I joined the school in grade 11 and didn't know a soul. Mr. Hill made me feel welcome and like I belonged somewhere. I will always remember how he, and the rest of the music staff, helped me to be the best trumpet player I could be and made us feel like a family. May he rest in peace.

Dear Christine and Family.  

So very sorry to hear of Wayne's passing.  You can take much comfort from knowing how many young lives he reached in a positive manner.  He will be greatly missed.

With Sympathy

Joan Horner

I am deeply sadden to learn of the passing of a dear friend. Wayne has touched the lives of so many people of all ages and in various stages of our lives. I can never begin to express my gratitude for his friendship and guidance.

Chris, Geordie and Caelyn,  are thoughts and prayers are with you.  Wayne will be greatly missed.

Deepest regards,  
Larry and Sue Hutzol

We are deeply saddened about passing of our dearest friend and a great teacher whom we are very fond of.  We share in your grief at our sad loss.   We will never forget all that he did for our kids music education path.   He was so kind, compassionate and a true gentleman.  Please extend our sympathy to your entire family and let them know how much we share the pain at this sad time.  We pray that God’s choicest blessings will be bestowed on you and your family.  May God grant you the peace and strength to carry on in faith.
In Faith and Sorrow,
Gilroy Ponniah. 

My deepest condolences to all of you. Wayne was such an incredible person to work with. I was so fortunate to have been on a music festival committee with him and work with him on the after school band program for a bit at St. Elizabeth CHS. He was an incredible leader and such a hard worker. May he rest in the peace of Jesus Christ. 

Mr. Hill brought so much passion, experience, and commitment to his work teaching us at Sir John A. Macdonald.   The goal was never just to learn an instrument, but to create music collectively, listen to other voices, and to build a community of musicians.  I am so grateful for this unique education and the opportunities to perform and conduct that came in later years as a result of these experiences.  I wish you all my deepest condolences in this time of grief.

My condolences to The Hill Family. Mr. Hill was my music teacher and I was apart of the music band at J.B. Tyrrell. Mr. Hill was a great teacher and I enjoyed learning from him. He pushed me to be the best trumpet player that I could be. Going to Expo 86 with the band and Mr. Hill was one of the best life experiences! RIP Mr. Hill! Xoxo

I am so saddened to hear about Mr. Hill's passing.  He played such an important role as teacher, mentor and friend to me during my time at Markville Music.  My heartfelt condolences go out to his family.  

My sisters and I grew through music with Mr Wayne Hill, attending JB Tyrell and Sir John A. MacDonald C.I in Scarborough. Our lives were touched and blessed for having been a part of something great under his tutelage for 7yrs. His mentorship and music teachings empowered us to reach beyond ourselves and to create great music. I always have fond memories of the practices and concerts with TY MAC, under his direction.  If it were not for music, I would have been lost in the sea called High School.
I can only hope that his family and friends can be comforted by reading these messages and know just how many lives that he touched with his love of music. Rest in Peace Mr.Hill!
"Let your light so shine before others, that they may see your good works and glorify your Father, who is in Heaven!"  


Our family is very sad to hear about the passing of Mr. Hill.  My daughter took clarinet lessons under Mr. Hill's direction as part of the Music Star program.    On a rare occasion, I had the opportunity to watch him teach; and what a pleasure, indeed.  Mr. Hill's passion for music and teaching was clearly evident.   He will be sorely, sorely missed.

The Clarke Family
St. Joseph, Aurora

Wayne waa more than my teacher.    He was a mentor,  a defender , a leader and a inspiration.    I can honestly say that i have no idea how I would have gotten through school without him.   He installed faith ,  self-respect , confidence and belief in  myself as well as many who were fortunate to be part of his TY-MAC family.   RIP   you will be so dearly missed. 

Truly a wonderful person.Devoted to bringing joy to the hearts of children and their parents through music.
May His Soul Rest in Peace.

Catherine, Malaika, Farisa and Gary Thompson

My condolences to all you of you. Mr. Hill made a huge impact in my son's life and gave him tremendous confidence. I will forever be thankful.

OBITUARIO

G. Wayne Hill

Falleció en 19 NOVIEMBRE, 2017

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