How old is elsie hillman

Former Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Ridge remembered one of his last meetings with Hillman, a luncheon in December, which also included former Govs. None of us would have achieved what we have politically without the guidance and leadership of Elsie Hillman," Ridge said.

Thornburgh said Elsie Hillman was one of the first people he contacted when he first considered entering politics.

That relationship lasted for decades, he said, but its nature changed over time. When Hillman rose through the ranks of party administration, some were surprised to see a woman in that position.

But for those who knew her, it was less of a shock. It was all personal in the most honorable and wonderful way. Hillman showed that humanity when she began visiting AIDS patients in hospitals decades ago when the stigma was at its height.

She was also gracious and down-to-earth, and did all she could to make Pittsburgh a better place for all. In addition to her husband of 70 years, she is survived by four children, nine grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. Funeral arrangements will be private and for the immediate family only. She is survived by her husband, Henry; four children, nine grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren. Former Pennsylvania Gov. Dick Thornburgh mourned the loss as an end of an era in American politics.

A champion of inclusion for all, she was long active in efforts to break down existing barriers to full participation by women and minorities in our political and governmental processes," Thornburgh said in a statement. Over the years, her views put her at odds with more conservative Republicans.

Former Republican Gov. Hillman chaired the Elsie G. Funeral arrangements will be private, though a community memorial is planned for Sept. Sections U. Science Technology Business U.