of Conway, AR
July 20, 1969 - July 7, 2024
Captain Robert Shannon Hild, 54, of Conway, Arkansas passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, July 7, 2024. Robert was born on July 20, 1969 in Little Rock, Arkansas to Robert E. Hild and Janelle Merritt Hild.
Robert attended high school at Sylvan Hills High School in Little Rock and then college at the University of Central Arkansas in Conway. He was also a longtime member of Faith Assembly of God in Conway.
Robert was a Captain with the Little Rock Fire Department. He faithfully served the City of Little Rock and its citizens for 25 years. Robert worked his way up, earning the rank of Captain and was assigned to Station #9 on Truck 9. Captain Robert Hild was honored and proud to be a long-time member of the Little Rock Fire Department as his work ethic and love for his career proved itself. He leaves behind many memories and life-long friendships among the brotherhood of firefighters in which he worked alongside of.
Robert was considered a very loving and kind person who enjoyed life and lived it to its fullest. He had many hobbies. He had a love for the outdoors and he enjoyed camping and riding his bicycle. Robert also had a love for music and enjoyed playing the guitar as he gathered with family and friends.
Most of all, Robert's greatest passion was his family and spending time with them. He was a proud husband, father, grandfather, son and brother. More than anything Robert loved watching his son, R.J. compete in competitive wrestling matches. Robert was R.J.'s biggest fan and he had a real passion for attending his wrestling matches and events.
Robert is preceded in death by his father, Robert E. Hild, and one sister, Sheila Renee' Wilson.
He is survived by his wife, Amanda Glover Hild of Conway; his son, R.J. Hild of Conway; one stepson, Charlie Warren of Conway; one daughter, Brianna Hild and her fiancé, Peyton Fletcher of Conway; two stepdaughters, Macey Warren and her fiancé, Korlin McKinney of Conway and Madison Campbell and husband, Chas of Blytheville, Arkansas; his mother, Janelle Merritt Hild of Greenbrier; one sister, Jolynn Hild and 5 grandchildren, all of who called him Pop; in which he loved being called.
Robert is also survived by a host of very good friends and fellow fire fighters.
Funeral Services will be held at 1:00pm on Friday, July 12, 2024 at Roller-McNutt Funeral Home in Conway, Arkansas, with Brother Bryan Nicolle officiating. A visitation will be held from 5:00pm to 7:00pm on Thursday, July 11, 2024 at the funeral home. Burial will follow the funeral service at Thorn Cemetery in Greenbrier, Arkansas.
The Little Rock Fire Department Honor Guard will serve as pallbearers as well as provide honors during the funeral service and at the cemetery.
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27 Condolence(s)
Scott Archer
Wednesday, July 24, 2024
I am so sorry for your loss. Robert was one of the heroes who saved our son’s life from a housefire. His heroic acts will always be remembered by our family. I was able to meet him again years later. This gentle giant of a man remembered the day our son’s life was saved and recalled details of which we were not even aware. We will be and are forever grateful to Robert and for his life of service.
Robert Babson
Tuesday, July 23, 2024
It was heart breaking to hear of Robbie's passing. We went to school together and he always had this infectious smile. My prayers for his family.
Rita Johnson
Tuesday, July 16, 2024
My sincere condolences on Rob’s passing. I was a client for many years, and several moves. I will miss his friendly face and irrigation expertise.
Matt Morrison
Tuesday, July 16, 2024
I only knew Rob a short time but was really impressed with his unselfishness and honesty in helping our neighborhood with our sprinklers! He shared his proudness of his son and his wrestling prowess. He was truly a fine person and your family has my condolences.
Michelle Norris
Tuesday, July 16, 2024
My thoughts comparison with the family as well as supposed to department of Conway thank you for server and community of Conway Arkansas where all these years. Rest in peace cap
Sherri Escovedo
Saturday, July 13, 2024
Eddie and I are praying for your family. Robbie was a great guy and fun classmate growing up at Sylvan HIlls. So sad and he will forever be remembered in our hearts.
Joyce Cantrell
Friday, July 12, 2024
I'm so saddened to hear of Captain Hild's passing. I only met him once when my husband, JT Cantrell introduced us. He was joyful, kind and all smiles. You all are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. May the Lord Jesus bless and keep you now and in the days ahead.
William Ray & Josie McGarity
Friday, July 12, 2024
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time.
Mark Taylor
Thursday, July 11, 2024
Many of us up in Walton Heights knew Robb from his time at Station 16 and for his reliable care of our sprinklers. His kindness, integrity and expertise were apparent to anyone who met him. I always enjoyed our visits and felt great comfort just having his phone number. I knew that if I ever needed a hero, I could call Robb. He was blessed to have such a great family and rich work network, who he dearly loved. My thoughts are with you all at this difficult time. Our lives are richer for having known Robb and he will be missed.
Susan Suits
Thursday, July 11, 2024
Rob was a friendly and kind man. Good neighbor for many, many years. We will miss his friendly smile and waves.
Our condolences to his wife, children, family, and friends.
John Robinson
Thursday, July 11, 2024
Truly sorry for your loss our prayers are with you at this time.
John & Debra Robinson
Gwen Mayabb
Thursday, July 11, 2024
I am so sorry for your loss. Mr. Hild was a kind and extremely good man. He will be missed by all who knew him for sure.
Susan Haley Killough
Wednesday, July 10, 2024
There is a large hole in my heart today. Robby & I have been friends since we were just kids at Skate City & all thru Jr High & High School. What a great guy! Praying for his family & all who loved him. Fly high my friend! You are forever in our hearts.
Fire and Iron motorcycle club
Wednesday, July 10, 2024
Our heart goes out to the family and fire department family during this time.
Charlsie McBride
Wednesday, July 10, 2024
Janelle,We were so sorry to learn of your son’s passing. We pray God will grant you peace and comfort.
Desmond Wilson/Kasanya Collins
Wednesday, July 10, 2024
So sad that you were taken so soon, you will be truly missed. I appreciate you and all the kindness you showed me. Rest well friend, my mom says she will miss all the waves and that infectious smile everytime you rode by. RiP Rob
Michele St. John
Tuesday, July 9, 2024
Brianna and RJ,
Your family was always a blessing to Marguerite Vann. I remember Your dad being there for many things over your elementary years. I’m so sorry to hear of his passing. Please know you are all in my prayers and never hesitate to reach out if you need anything.
God Bless,
Michele St. John
Denise Galloway
Tuesday, July 9, 2024
Rob has been a great neighbor for many years. Not only was he a firefighter on the job, but on our street. He would always spring into action. If there was an issue or an emergency on this street he would be one of the first to step up, and do “his job”. He would always take control, and remained calm. I believe L.R. Fire dept will have a void without him, and so will our street..
RIP
Danny & Diann Shoptaw
Tuesday, July 9, 2024
Rob was a kind person who will be missed by everyone who knew him. God be with his loved ones. Praying for them all.
Deborah Halter
Tuesday, July 9, 2024
Return to the Elysian field of your childhood, Robbie, running and jumping and playing. Give Sheila a big kiss from all of us, and tell your dad to break out the steel guitar, because it's time for some sliding and picking. Thank you for gracing us with your presence, if only for a while.
Kelly (Thompson) Cutler
Tuesday, July 9, 2024
I knew Robbie from junior high/ high school & he was always such a great guy. I'm so sad to hear of his passing & will be thinking about his family. He will be missed!
Becca Hudson
Tuesday, July 9, 2024
I met Rob through Amanda and was such a great guy. My Thoughts and prayers goes out to Amanda and his family and all those who knew and worked with him. He will be missed.
Anonymous fireman
Tuesday, July 9, 2024
I’m so sorry for your loss. I’ve never heard anything but good about Capt. Hild. He will be missed
Skip Cates
Tuesday, July 9, 2024
So sorry to hear about your loss i know he will be missed.will keep the family in our prayers.
Tim Hogue
Tuesday, July 9, 2024
Had the privilege of knowing Robert during LRFD training in '99. Praying for God's comfort to the family during this time.
Keith Hillman
Monday, July 8, 2024
Gonna miss you bud and all the good times at 11’s.
Thomas Martin
Monday, July 8, 2024
I’m so sorry for your loss. I worked with Robbie’s dad, Robert, in the 1980s, and I’ve known Robbie since he was a kid. It was so sad to hear of his passing. Prayers to the family.