Condolence: I never actually met John (The Stomper) but I must tell you that he gave me hours and hours of entertainment in the wrestling ring back in the 60's and 70's as I grew up in the Detroit area.. I did shake hands with him and get an autograph after he had wrestled in Detroit and found him to be just like his personality was on the microphone and in the ring. I am truly sorry for your loss. He was an amazing man and will be missed. It's ironic that one of his wrestling nicknames was "Gentleman" That is the way I would describe the Stomper (John Hill)
All the best...Kevin Murphy

Condolence: Carol,Darlene and I are both praying for you and your family.We were just remembering the times that you and her went and played bingo together while guy and I traveled the Vancouver territory. Both of you were a fun couple to be with in a lonely business.

Condolence: I first met John (Guy Mitchell) when he came to my home town area to wrestle. We loved to hate him as Mr X. When they took that mask off him we all loved to love him as Guy Mitchell. Years later my husband and I were reintroduced to him as Gentleman Jerry Valiant and what a gentleman he was. My husband Ed Moretti and Jerry (John) wrestled a few matches against each other when they both came to California to wrestle for Antone Leone. We spent one of our days off together on Fisherman's Warf in San Francisco, I still have the pictures. What fun we had that day and I'll always remember John as a man who liked to laugh and make jokes, even at himself. We kept in touch over the years, last we spoke on the phone he was Santa Claus at a mall near his home town. He said he LOVED playing Santa. I remember him saying he loved to see the look on the kids faces when they were seeing Santa, sometimes for the first time.
I never knew he was sick. I'll always remember him as a very nice man who was devoted to his family. I hope he is at peace so we can all reminisce one day.
Peace be with his family at this time of sorrow.

Dale & Ed Moretti

Condolence: i remember him very well. In the late 70's early 80's he would come to allentown pa to wrestle. first with the wwwf, then the fledgling international. i have a lot of memories of those years. he will be missed. God rest his soul and his family.

Condolence: I am greatly sadden by the news of John‘s passing. As a kid growing up I had the great pleasure knowing him and his family. Growing up down the way from the Hills and being a friend of his son, the Hill family always made me feel welcomed in their home.
I recall the story of how our families met, my stepdad was working down the lane from Johns home in Sweetwater, my dad got his vehicle stuck in the mud, and John came to the rescue, asked if he could be of any help. Seen what the situation was and came back with the WWF truck to pull my dad out.
Thank you John for being such a gentle giant amongst men, and for being a strong kind soul.

Donna VanMeter

Condolence: I am sad to hear of John's demise, I never got to watch him perform in the ring or knew him for that matter, but I am sure he was a great man and that many people will miss him. Gone but not forgotten :(

Condolence: I was very saddened to learn of the passing of my friend and traveling partner for many years. Jerry as I'll always remember him was a friend, mentor and all around good guy. Although we lost contact over the years, I still remember him for his wit and jokes he loved to play on other wrestlers. Jerry and I met in the WWA and he helped me get in with WWF in the 80's and we traveled alot together all over the mid west and south. I will always look upon those days with great pleasure. May God grant the family peace and knowing that Jerry is home with the Lord. Bobby Colt

Condolence: John was a fine individual and a credit to our sport. I would like to extend my sincerest sympathy to the Hill family at this very difficult time. I knew him quite well, and I will miss him greatly.

Condolence: Our thoughts are with you at this time. Jack was a great guy. He is fondly remembered.

Condolence: OUR FAMILY WOULD LIKE TO SEND OUR CONDOLENCES TO ALL OF YOUR FAMILY. WE GREW UP JUST ACROSS THE STREET FROM JOHN & REMEMBER HIM AS A GREAT WRESTLER. WE STILL HAVE AN AUTOGRAPHED PICTURE THAT HE GAVE MY MOTHER WHEN HE FIRST STARTED OUT IN HIS CAREER.