Rickey Dale Hill

Rickey Dale Hill, age 67, of Ten Mile, went home to be with the Lord on February 2, 2026. He loved visiting with his family, especially with his children and grandchildren and driving through the mountains. He was a Sergeant in the Army National Guard, where he served as an infantryman. Rickey was a preacher, delivering his first sermon in 1990.

He was preceded in death by his father, Edward Hill; mother, Ruby Fay Hensley Hill; father-in-law, Ernest Farr; mother-in-law, Alva Sue Farr; brothers, Charles, Kevin, and Leon Hill; and sister-in-law, Lois Hill.

He is survived by his wife of 44 years, Debbie Hill; children, Veverly Manzo (Mike), Sarah Burton, and Ernie Hill (Kristin); grandchildren, Sean, Aspen, Scarlett, and Walker; brothers, Danny and Terry Hill; sisters, Pat Laudermilk and Pam Hill; sisters-in-law, Karen Hill and Cyndie Hill; and a host of nieces, nephews, and extended family.

The family will receive friends on Thursday, February 5, 2026, from 5:00–7:00 PM at Loudon Funeral Home. A graveside service will be held on Friday, February 6, 2026, at 11:00 AM at Reed Springs Cemetery, with Rev. Jimmy Jackson officiating.