It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Corena C. Hill (née Ellis), 75. Corena was born on April 15, 1950, in Claremont, N.H.
Corena spent most of her childhood in Chester, Vt. After high school she attended the University of Vermont for a short time, then settled in the Burlington, Vt., area with her husband, John Hill, as they began raising their two boys, Shawn and Chris.
After she and John divorced, Corena embarked on a journey balancing motherhood with her professional aspirations, including completion of her bachelor’s degree from Trinity College of Vermont. Throughout her professional life, she worked for organizations such as Vermont Teddy Bear, Point of Sale Systems, Digital Equipment Corp., BioTek Instruments, Fluke Biomedical and General Dynamics, and she retired 15 years ago.
Corena spent most of her years living in Vermont but also lived in Nevada, Texas and Maine as she pursued career opportunities. By her side for the past 40 years has been James Rochon, who provided true partnership and support to Corena. Together they enjoyed a variety of recreational activities and greatly enjoyed family gatherings.
Corena is survived by her partner, James Rochon; son Shawn Hill and his wife, Sheri; son Chris Hill and his partner, Tara; and three granddaughters, Rachel, Anna and Jennifer. She is also survived by her brother Doug Ellis and his wife, Linda; sister-in-law, Diane Ellis; and several nieces and a nephew; and by James Rochon’s son, Timothy Rochon, and his children; brother Don and his wife, Kathy; his brother Joe and his wife, Sue; and several nieces and nephews.
Corena was predeceased by her parents, Albert and Pauline Ellis, and her brother Jim Ellis.
There are no services planned at this time; however, a celebration of life will be planned for later this year. Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Ready Funeral & Cremation Services. To send online condolences and share memories with the family, please visit readyfuneral.com.