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DAVID HILL Obituary
LAKELAND - Mr. David Burnham Hill of Lakeland went home to His Lord on October 16, 2018 after a brief battle with cancer.
Dave was born in New Orleans and throughout his life lived in Wisconsin, Illinois, Tennessee, North Carolina, and Florida. Dave was a graduate of Northwestern University and Loyola University. A former MLB player, Dave remained an avid fan of baseball throughout his life. After serving in the US Army, Dave spent the majority of his professional career in the field of telecommunications. Additionally, he owned and operated an art gallery alongside his beloved wife of 46 years.
Dave is preceded in death by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. C. Burnham Hill. He is survived by his wife, Shirley Palmer Hill whom he referred to as 'being more precious than rubies,' as well as his three children, Dana Hill White, Craig Burnham Hill (Kate), and Brent Davery Hill (Lydia). He is also survived by his grandchildren: Morgan, Davis, Avery, Eli, Gracie, Hope, Charlie, Oliver, and Davery.
A Celebration of Life service will be held on Sunday Oct. 21 at 2:00 p.m. at Christ Community Presbyterian Church, Lakeland. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Good Shepherd Hospice, 3470 Lakeland Hills Blvd, Lakeland, FL 33805.
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Memories and Condolences
for DAVID HILL
October 24, 2018
Dave was a very great friend of mine for almost 60 years. We first worked together in Skokie, Illinois.
I was very honored to be best man at his wedding to Shirley 46 years ago.
I was fortunate to know his mother and father. His children who are now successful adults I held in my arms shortly after their births.
Together, Dave and I have lived the best and worst times of both of our lives.
I will miss him greatly.
Chuck Ball
P.S.
The palm of my left hand, though gloved at the time, still stings from his fast ball.
Mark Moore
October 20, 2018
The Kansas City Baseball Historical Society extends to the family of Dave Hill sincere sympathy and prayers. May God grant you peace during this time. Dave Hill will always be remembered as a Kansas City Athletic. Mark Moore- KCBHS
Peets and Libby Guice
October 20, 2018
Peace be with you all!
October 20, 2018
Psalm 90:10 says that the days of our years are 70 years, And if because of special mightiness they are 80 years.
May the memories of the wonderful times you shared together bring a smile and joy in your heart.
Phyllis Conatser
October 19, 2018
Dave was a wonderful Boss. It was such an honor to be his Administrative Assistant for 14 years. I'll truly miss getting calls from him on my birthday. May the Lord enfold you in the Shelter of His Arms
Bruce Lilyea
October 19, 2018
This great man will be greatly missed. Our love and prayers for God's comfort to all the family.
Shona Webster-Doyle
October 19, 2018
Sending Love, comfort and strength to you all.
Dave will be greatly missed, he was such a sweet, kind person
Sylvia Leritte
October 19, 2018
May His strength carry you thru this most difficult time.
We are so lucky to have known Dave. May he Rest
now in the Arms of Our Lord.
Sending you our prayers and love.
Miles and Sylvia Leritte
October 19, 2018
We are with you all and share your loss. We are richer for knowing Dave and sharing our mutual family and special holidays together.
Prayers and love to all. Sandy and Sandy Mackinnon
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