Harvard Haskell Hill Jr., passed away on February 10, 2012 in Houston, Texas. He was born on October 16, 1936 in Phoenix, Arizona.
He was preceded in death by his son James Patrick Hill.
He is survived by his wife of 53 years Jan, his son Scott and wife Jennifer, his daughter Kelli Hill Wheeland and husband James Wheeland, and by his six grandchildren, Sarah Ann Hill, Scott M. Hill II, Sean Michael Hill, Shea Matthew Hill, Samuel Jason Hill, and Spencer Jacob Hill. He took great pride and joy in the lives of his children and grandchildren.
Harvard H. Hill, Jr. was a Captain in the Army Corps, from 1958-1962. He served in Germany for 4 years during the Vietnam War. He was in the third Armored Division, in Gelnhausen, Germany, and was honorably discharged in 1962.
Mr. Hill received an MBA from Pepperdine University in 1973 and a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from the University of Arizona in 1958. He is a past president and a founder member of the Houston Venture Capital Association. He was a Certified Financial Planner and a member of the International Association of Financial Planners and of the Houston Society of Financial Analysts.
Mr. Hill was Managing General Partner of the Houston Partners, a Houston-based venture capital investment firm. In September 1982, he joined Criterion Group to establish its venture capital investment program. He became President of Criterion Investments, Inc. upon its formation in June of 1983. Prior to joining Criterion Group, Mr. Hill was President and Chief Operating Officer of Rotan Mosle, Inc., a regional investment-banking firm located in Houston. Prior to his tenure at Rotan Mosle, Mr. Hill was Southern California Vice President of Dean Witter & Co.
Visitation is on Wednesday February 15, 2012 from 5:00 to 8:00 PM at Memorial Oaks Funeral Home, 13001 Katy Freeway Houston, TX 77079. A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 AM Thursday February 16, 2012 in the Chapel at Second Baptist Church, 6400 Woodway, with a reception to follow.

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Published by Houston Chronicle on Feb. 15, 2012.

Memories and Condolences
for Harvard Hill

19 Entries

Gene O'Donnell

April 18, 2012

I was shocked to just hear of Harvard's passing this morning, I will miss him. I used to look forward to our long runs from Memorial Park, hearing of the wonderful projects he was helping to make happen, along with his personal council on life issues. He was a great Christian influence to me and he left the world a better place. God Bless Jan, the kids and grandkids, Harvard aways brightened up when they were in the conversation. You will be in Meredith's and my thoughts and prayers. God Bless, Gene

Deany and Ron Meinke

February 28, 2012

Harvard was such a wonderful man ... recall his ever present smile, and always willingness to open your home for our Fellowship Class get-to-gethers. Thanks Harvard and Jan for all you've done for so many throughout the years.

Bryan Adams

February 21, 2012

I had the honor working with and for Harvard for a short time. I will always remember and respect his love for his friends and family and the spirit and dignity he brought to work every day. My condolences and prayers to the Hill family.

Barbara Eversberg

February 17, 2012

Harvard attended the same Bible Study Class as I do at Second Baptist Church, "Through the Bible in One Year." He was an amazing gentleman, so welcoming and encouraging to new people who came to the class, and to me when I started as a teacher. He will be greatly missed, but our loss is Heaven's gain. Jan, I will be praying for you and your family, that God comfort you all in this time of loss. Thank you so much for putting the beautiful gallery of photos online for the rest of us to see Harvard at different stages of his wonderful God-glorifying life.

Walter Blanchard

February 17, 2012

As a fellow Pepperdine graduate and as a colleague I knew Harvard. What an interesting man; full of life, devoted to his family, always a twinkle in his eye.

jay brown

February 16, 2012

Jan and family..my memories of Harvard are from the days together at Rotan Mosle. He was a great man to work with and was always encouraging to me. I remember very fondly the Christmas parties you had at your home and how gracious you all were to all of the Rotan Mosle employees who came and shared in your Christmas joy. Harvard made a difference in my life and for that I am very grateful. I am sorry for our loss but very happy to have known him. God bless you all.
Jay Brown

Dixie Waters

February 16, 2012

I am glad that I got to know Harvard through his wonderful family. If the value of a man's life is seen in the worth and character of the family he leaves behind, Harvard lived well indeed.

Renee Sharp

February 15, 2012

Our prayers go out to the family of Harvard Hill. He was a great man who touched the lives of so many. May you find comfort in knowing many share your sorrow. God loved him best. May He cover you during these times with His love and care

Renee Ferrell Sharp and Cynthia Ferrell Sample
Bennie Ferrell Catering

February 15, 2012

My condolences go out to the family of Mr. Hill. May you continue to be comforted by reflecting on the wonderful memories you enjoyed together. Also there will be a time when all causes of death and the heartaches it brings will be annihilated forever by our Heavenly Father.

February 15, 2012

Dearest Jan,
Please accept my deepest sympathy to you and your family. Praying for your strength each day. God does provide His grace just when you need it.
Blessings, Wanda Stewart

Scott Hill II

February 15, 2012

"My Papo was a man of steel, always thought his arms were bigger than mine. He loved to here my success in my swimming career and look at my medals. I made State the day he died, my team and I are dedicating our races to him. I will bring home Gold for him. Harverd Hill was the most amazing grandpa ever, he had a good life and I love the corky things him and I laughed at. Have fun in heaven Papo, I'll miss you very much!"

Evelyn Welborn

February 15, 2012

With sadness I send my cnndolences to the family of Harvard. I knew Harvard thru our company, enviroTech. It was a pleasure knowing this nice gentleman. Evelyn Welborn

Hill Family

February 15, 2012

Jan, Kelli and Scott: We are all saddened by the news. Harvard (Sonny) was a wonderful man who always put family first. We shall miss him dearly.
Love and Sympathy from Uncle Bob Hill,and Cousins Diane Hill, Sharon H. Martin, Julie Hill and Bobby Hill

Beauty Tips Salon

February 15, 2012

Harvard was an amazing man. All of the girls at Beauty Tips Salon will miss him greatly. Our thoughts and love go out to the Hill family.

Ted/Marsha Green

February 15, 2012

He's with Jim in heaven but we'll all miss him. What a wonderful man who lived his faith in everything that he did.

Sarah Hill

February 14, 2012

My Papo was the most amazing grandpa ever and we shared a very special bond. I loved him very much and he was always there for me. We loved to go swimming at the Houstonian together. One memory I will never forget is how he always loved to play the hand game with me, and he would always try to cheat to beat me. It was a blast! He is with the Lord now and I know that one day we will meet again in Heaven. You will be missed!

Beverly Smith

February 14, 2012

Knowing that Harv is with the Lord and that his body is whole is reason to rejoice, but I know his presence will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with the Hill family members during this time. I have many fond memories of times spent in the Hill home and at the births of Sarah Ann and Scott Michael II.

Paul Rife

February 14, 2012

Harvard was always very polite and generous to me and my family. I always admired him and i will miss him. Please accept my condolences.

Paul Rife

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