Obituary For Mr. Edward Hill

Mr. Edward Hill, a resident of Lanett, Alabama, died Saturday, March 21, 2020 at his residence.

Graveside Services are scheduled for Friday, March 27, 2020 at 1:00 p.m. at Hillcrest Cemetery, Lanett, AL, with Rev. Michael T. Winston officiating. Davis Memorial Mortuary of Valley directing.

Celebrating the Life of Mr. Edward Lamar Hill

Edward was born the third child of eight to the parentage of Rev. Otis D. and Naomi Stiggers Hill, Sr. on March 19, 1952 in Langdale (now Valley), Alabama.

Lamar, as he was affectionately called, attended the Historical Lanier High School, and was a member of the graduating Class of 1970 of Lanett High School.

As a child, Lamar was very inquisitive and enjoyed reading encyclopedias. This curious nature would follow him into adulthood reading books about animals, gardening and nature. He loved everything outdoors--fishing, hunting and planting fruit trees. He often planted trees for family and friends and spent his final days sitting on his front porch watering new trees to plant this Spring.

At an early age, Lamar united with the Evening Spring Baptist Church, where he was ordained as a deacon. As a young adult, he united with the Jehovah’s Witnesses being baptized on October 27, 1973 and was faithful until death.

Lamar loved people. He never met a stranger. He was a hard worker and did his job with pride. Through the years, he was employed by Lanier Memorial Hospital, West Point Pepperell, Winn Dixie, Martex Warehouse and retired from Mando. To know him was to love him, and he loved hard. He was a Temptations fan and could often be heard singing “My Girl” to his nieces and nephews. He was also asked to sing at various events.

But, God knows best and never makes a mistake. On Saturday, March 21, 2020, Edward Lamar Hill departed this life—reuniting with his parents, grandparents, Albert and Minnie Johnson Hill and Abraham and Laura Myhand Stiggers and other relatives and friends.

He leaves to cherish his memories: seven siblings, Omie R. Johnson and her husband Fred-- Lamar’s devoted brother-in-law and special friend, Valley, AL, Otis D. Hill, Jr., Lanett, AL, Terry (Regina) Hill, Powder Springs, GA, Sandra Thornton, West Point, GA, Deborah Gilbert, Stanley Hill and Cheryl Hill all of Lanett, AL; numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, other relatives and friends, including special friends, Merle Gunn, Lillie Ray and Tommie Lee Porter, Jr.

Funeral Services by Davis Memorial Mortuary of Valley.

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I miss you bro! Love always NeeN

- Cheryl Hill

I miss you bro!

- Cheryl Hill

My heart breaks for the family. Worked with Mr. Hills many years are Mando. The sweetest and kindest man I had ever meet. Love and prayers to his family.

- Anna

I was very saddened to learn of Edwards passing. My prayers are with you all my cousins. May God grant you all comfort and strength during this difficult time. Rest In Peace Edward. V. Renee Johnson & Family Fairborn, Ohio

- V. Renee Johnson

I have so many fond memories of you. From day you always referred to me as your" baby girl" . Our friendship started when I was only 7 years old. From my first puppy dog " Goliath to my first homemade peach ice cream @ Sister Odessa house. May you rest in Jehovah's Memory. Love Netherlance

- netherlance

Please accept our deepest sympathies. In this time of grief, you are in our thoughts and in our prayers. Johnny and Polly Ross

- Deloris Ross

I would like to extend my sincere condolences to the family of mr. Edward Hill, I have very fond memories of Edward as a friend and as a co-worker.. Edward always took pride in his work and always did a fine job.. as his supervisor at martex he always referred to me as "Boss lady"..even after retirement whenever we would see each other in a store or any other establishment he would greet me as "Boss lady".. I must say he was a very fine gentleman and I will miss him as my friend.. R.I.P

- Betty Sue Lyons

I would like to express my deepest sympathy to the family. First let me start by saying that Edward was a very fine person who loved Jehovah God (Psalms 83:18). He will be truly missed by his family & friends. Please take comfort in Jesus words found @ Acts 24:15, which promise that we can hope to see our loved ones those who have fallen asleep in death.

- Bettye Trammell