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Hilda Leonora Empey, known lovingly as 'Happy Hilda' for her constant pursuit of happiness, peacefully returned to her Heavenly Father the morning of December 2, 2023. Born on August 11, 1951 in the Rose Park area of Salt Lake City. Hilda's journey was one filled with love, music and an unwavering commitment to nurturing those around her.

Hilda's early passion for music was discovered in Mr. Mayer's a cappella choir at West High School, a …

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I'm sorry that this is so late in coming.

She was certainly happy and upbeat.

It is always sorrowful for us when a loved …

I'm sorry that this is so late in coming.

She was certainly happy and upbeat.

It is always sorrowful …

I'm sorry that this is so late in coming.

She was certainly happy…

I will miss Hildy.   My association with her in Heritage Choir was sweet. Especially after she became forgetful.  She n…
I will miss Hildy.   My association with her in Heritage Choir was sweet. Especially after she beca…
I will miss Hildy.   My association with her in Heritage Choir w…

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What were Happy Hilda's favorite vacation spots?
She loved to travel anywhere. She especially loved to go on cruises in the Bahamas.
She loved to travel anywhere. She especially loved to go on cruises in the Bahamas.
She loved to travel anywhere. She especially loved to go on cruises in the Bahamas.
What were Happy Hilda's favorite movies?
Somewhere in Time
Somewhere in Time
Somewhere in Time

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Born

August 11th, 1951
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Graduated from high school

1969
West High School, North 300 West, Salt Lake City, Utah
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Graduated from college

1971
Dixie Junior College, St. George, UT

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