He joined the north London side's board in 1962 and was executive from 1982 to 2013, directing title-winning times under administrator George Graham and later Arsene Wenger.
Mr Hill-Wood was likewise instrumental in the development of the Premier League and administered Arsenal's turn from its noteworthy Highbury ground to the Emirates arena in 2006.His association in the club proceeded with a long family convention with the two his granddad Sir Samuel Hill-Wood and father Denis Hill-Wood having recently filled in as executive.
Subside Hill-Wood stayed in his situation subsequent to pitching offers to Stan Kroenke, the present proprietor, yet was compelled to venture down through sick wellbeing five years ago.The club said in an announcement: "Diminish and his family's impact on the club can't be downplayed, yet at this most troublesome time for his family and companions, it is Peter the man who we recall with extraordinary affection.
"Our considerations are with his better half Sally and his kids Sarah, Julian and Charles."
Previous Arsenal and France forward Thierry Henry tweeted: "Extremely pitiful to hear the death of Peter Hill-Wood today. Numerous affectionate recollections of him from my time. @Arsenal and I wish his family and companions extraordinary quality over this troublesome time. #RIP."Former Arsenal and England protector Lee Dixon tweeted "Tear Mr Chairman" as did Cesc Fabregas, the previous Arsenal player who is presently at Chelsea.
In 1986, Mr Hill-Wood managed the arrangement of George Graham, who proceeded to lead the club to two group titles, the FA Cup, the League Cup and the European Cup Winners' Cup.
After 10 years, he was still in charge when the club procured Arsene Wenger to deal with the side - an arrangement that was to change both the club and the more extensive diversion in England.Wenger proceeded to win three Premier League titles - including the 2003/4 title when his group of "invincibles" went unbeaten - and seven FA Cups before leaving prior this year following 22 years in control.
Outside football, Eton-taught Mr Hill-Wood had a vocation in the keeping money industry.
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