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James A. "“Jim”" Hill, Sr.

1925 - 2019

James A. "“Jim”" Hill, Sr. obituary, 1925-2019, Bessemer City, NC

BORN

1925

DIED

2019

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James Hill, Obituary

GASTONIA- James "Jim" A. Hill, Sr. 93, passed away on Wednesday, July 3, 2019 at Brian Center, Gastonia. He was born on August 27, 1925 in Newport, Tn, raised in Cosby, Tn., to the late Dewey and Mary Hord Hill.
Jim was a Charter Member of New Hope Baptist Church, Gastonia. He retired from Threads USA, and Interstate Cleaning Service, he was a United States Navy Veteran of WW II. He was a member of the World War II Last Man's Club and a member of Gastonia Masonic Lodge #369.
In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by his wife of 66 ½ years Carrie Eller Hill.
Left to cherish his memories are his daughter Lawanda Mosteller and husband Alonzo of Gastonia; sons Duke Hill (Wilma) of Elon, NC and Steve Hill and wife Laura of Bessemer City; 19 grandchildren.
Jim's graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, July 6, 2019 at Gaston Memorial Park with Dr. Brandon McCoy officiating.
His family will receive friends at the cemetery after the service.
Honorary Pallbearers Kevin Cody, Brian Cody, Scottie Cody, Heath Hill, Steven Hill and Zachary Whitman.
To offer condolences, please visit www.siskbutler.com
Arrangements by Sisk-Butler Funeral & Cremation Services, Bessemer City.

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Published by Gaston Gazette on Jul. 5, 2019.

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July 11, 2019

Jim was a great guy.He was always smiling. He loved coming here to Lowes and walking around the store talking to us employees. He will be missed.

Bonnie, Gary and Amy Childers/Stowe

July 6, 2019

This was the kindest ... most loving .. and generous person I think I have ever known... always there .. for everyone.. standing in the background.. just being Jim... with that beautiful smile and words of wisdom.. God has you now my friend... you'll never be forgotten .. to your wonderful family ... I hope you find much comfort and strength in a life well lived... Rest in the arms of the Savior Jim.. you represented him well ...

Linda Brackett

July 5, 2019

Lawanda, Jim and I wish to extend to you our sincere condolences on the passing of your father. May you find peace in knowing he is without pain in heaven.

Judy Barber

July 5, 2019

A fine christian man gone to be with his Lord n Savior

lawanda mosteller

July 4, 2019

love you daddy

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