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Herman Hill Obituary
Herman Hill is survived by his beloved wife, Cerita Hill; sons, Herman Jr. (Wanda), Darrell, Gary (Erica), Isaac (Shalesha); daughters, Lolita Battle (Pernell), Sonya Brown (Greg); grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Viewing for Herman will be held from 3-6 p.m., Friday, September 4, at O. H. Smith & Son Funeral Home. A Celebration of Life service will be held at noon on Saturday, September 5, at Little Zion Baptist Church, 1824 West Queen Street, Hampton, VA 23666. Interment will follow in Hampton Memorial Gardens.
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Donna White
September 5, 2020
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Albert DeHart
September 3, 2020
Dear Hill Family, I am sorry to hear of your loss. I worked with Herman at the Shipyard in the Seawolf Program. He was a great guy and hard worker. It was a honor to know him. Heaven gain and our loss.
Ramon Batten
September 3, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
kenneth a payne
September 2, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Leonia Johnson
September 1, 2020
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Carleen Houston
September 1, 2020
Please accept our heartfelt condolences on the passing of Deacon Herman Hill and arriving at his heavenly home. We know he is healed and triumphant, singing joyously in God's choir with his absolute angelic voice. We will keep you in our prayers for healing and resolve that some day, we will all meet again in our heavenly home. With Sincere Love, Carleen Yetta Houston, Norma B. Myers, Christopher Houston and our extended families
O. H. Smith & Son Funeral Home
September 3, 2020
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