Arthur Vernon Hilton

Arthur V. “Skip” Hilton, 85, of Astoria, died Thursday, July 12, 2012, in Astoria.

He was born Oct. 31, 1926, in Astoria, to John William and Lillian (Mattson) Hilton.

He attended Astoria High School.

On Jan. 10, 1948, he married Patricia “Pat” Hall in Astoria. She preceded him in death April 5, 1999.

He later married Dalad Amell. She survives, residing in Astoria.

Mr. Hilton worked as a longshoreman for many years. He also was a gillnetter and fished in the Columbia River and in Kenai, Alaska.

He was a member of the International Longshore and Warehouse Union (ILWU) No. 50.

Family members said his hobbies included visiting with his many friends and going for drives.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by two sons, Tim Hilton of Springfield and Tom Hilton of Portland; a daughter, Sandi Hilton of Astoria; a stepson, Paul Polratana of Beaverton; five grandchildren, Kierah Hilton of California, Chris Hilton of Seattle, Cari Hilton of Eugene, Cole Hilton of Astoria and Tom Hilton of Portland; a stepgrandson, Jai Polratana of Beaverton; a great-grandson, Tyler Hilton of Seattle; and numerous nieces and nephews.

A private graveside service will be held at Ocean View Cemetery in Warrenton.

A celebration of life and memorial will be announced.

Memorial contributions may be given to the Astoria High School football and baseball sports programs, 1001 W. Marine Drive, Astoria, OR 97103.

Caldwell’s Luce-Layton Mortuary in Astoria is in charge of the arrangements. An online guest book can be signed at www.caldwellsmortuary.com