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Jake Hill Obituary
EAST SPENCER - Mr. Jake "Paw Paw" Hill, age 84, of South Long Street, passed on Saturday, June 11, 2011, at Rowan Regional Medical Center, Salisbury.
Born Feb. 3, 1927, in Lincoln County, he was a son of the late Roy and Emma Ross Hill. Educated in the public schools in Lincoln County, he retired after 47 years from the U.S. Post Office.
He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy, having served in World War II.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by siblings Paul, Roscoe and LeRoy Hill, Bessie Nixon and Emma Nixon.
Survivors include his wife of 57-1/2 years, Pauline Ross Hill; children Bernard R. Hill (Donna) of Marion, Curtis Hill of the home, Alice (Calvin) Suber of Spencer, Derrick Hill and Eric Hill of the home, Emma Bynum of Lincolnton and James F. Phinx of Denver, N.C.; one grandchild reared in the home, Derrika Hill; 11 other grandchildren, Terrence Hill, Edwin Suber, Marion Sturdivant, Michael Hill, Jessica Hill, Alycia Suber, Ashley Hill, Cory Davis, Darrion Hill, Tonya Phinx and Angela Phinx; 10 great-grandchildren, Tiara, Dalynn, Trent, Jadisse, Lamiyah, Ty'rin, Sheenya, Donavon, Braelyn and Drayden; five sisters, Essie Foster of Iron Station, Willie Hunter of Lincolnton, Alice Jones of Silver Springs, Md., Frances Huff of Temple Hills, Md., and Margie Jackson of Camp Spring, Md.; brother-in-law Carnell Jones; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends
Visitation: Friday, 10 a.m. in the A.R. Kelsey Memorial Chapel at Noble and Kelsey Funeral Home. At other times, the family will receive friends at the home of daughter and son-in-law Alice and Calvin Suber, 701 Spencer Ave, , Spencer.
Funeral: Friday, 10:30 a.m. in the Chapel.
Minister: Pastor B.R. Holder, Pastor of Faith Baptist Church, Inc., is Eulogist.
Military Rites and Burial: Salisbury National Cemetery, Statesville Boulevard.
Noble and Kelsey Funeral Home, Inc is assisting the Hill family. Online condolences may be made at www.nobleandkelsey.com
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Pam Tinsley
June 18, 2011
Mrs. Pauline, Alice, Derrick, Eric and family, May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. Mr Jake will always be remembered. My prayers are with you.
Libby Stout Curtis
June 18, 2011
To the Hill family,
We were so sorry to hear about your loss. Growing up, we always called him "Mr. Jake". He had a smile that wouldn't quit and always said something that made you laugh, even if you were having a bad day. We will truly miss him. May God bless and keep you in His care.
Cynthia Pharr
June 17, 2011
To the Hill Family My prayers are with you. Mr. Hill always had time to listen and say a kind word, and you know he was going to be straight and factual. I will truely miss him. All the member of his Family that I know are wonder and kind. May God Bless and keep you all.
Albert & Judy Tinsley
June 17, 2011
Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
Paul & Cathy Tinsley
June 17, 2011
To the Hill Family, we will miss that lovely smile and laughter that welcome everyone. Now Mr Jake and God is smiling upon us all. May the Lord draw especially near to you to comfort your hearts. With Prayers and Sympathy.
Vicki Gray & Family
June 17, 2011
To Alice and the Hill Family, May God give you peace during this time of loss. Remember to lean on Him and He will help you through this time of sorrow! You are in our thoughts and prayers!
Denise Koontz
June 17, 2011
I worked with Jake for 10 years at the Salisbury Post Office.The thing I remember about him the most is he was always smiling!!! I am sorry for your loss and pray God's comfort over your whole family. I know he will be missed greatly.
Denise Koontz, Postmaster, Faith NC
June 17, 2011
Jake was one the nicest gentlemen I have ever known, and such a dedicated hard Postal Worker. He was my good friend and pal at the Post Office. I will miss him and his daily wisdom. Larry W. Honbarrier.
Tammy J. Mohamed
June 17, 2011
I know how hard an unexpected loss is. Please accept my heartfelt sympathy at this sad time. Mr. "Jake C" will be remembered and who could forget his smile.
Tammy J. Mohamed
June 17, 2011
I know how hard an unexpected loss is. Please accept my heartfelt sympathy at this sad time. Mr. "Jake C" will be remembered and who could forget his smile!
BRUNETTA GAITHER
June 17, 2011
To the Hill family my prayer and thought are with you. I know that you all are hurting now but it will soon pass. God with always be with you all. You all are in my prayer. Mr. Jake Hill RIP.
Cedric and Pam Shaffer
June 17, 2011
Mrs. Hill and Family,
We were very sorry to hear about the passing of Mr. Hill. Our thoughts, love and prayers go out to all of you. May God forever keep you all in His loving arms. Remember the good times and keep them in your hearts foever.
The Shaffers(Cedric,Pam and Sons) & Mrs. Henderson
Beverly H. Sloan
June 16, 2011
Just want to send my thoughts and prayers to you at this time of your great loss.
Pamela McCullough
June 16, 2011
Alice, Calvin, and the rest of the Hill family, your father obviously fulfilled all of his earthly duties, now God has called him home to be your Heavenly Angel to love and protect all of you. May you find solace and comfort during this difficult time in the love of each other.
Gaynelle W. Osei-Kuffour
June 16, 2011
Alice and Family, my prayers go out to you and yours.
Thinking of you!
Chyvonne Neeley
June 16, 2011
Alice, Derrick and the rest of the Hill family; please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you at all times.?Marshall and Chyvonne Neeley
June 16, 2011
Jake was a great fellow. The flag at the Post Office should be flown at half mast in his honor. Larry Bowyer
Brenda Cowan
June 15, 2011
My deepest sympathy is extended to you
Edwin Burgess
June 15, 2011
Mrs Pauline,Alice,Derrick,Eric and my other big brothers, Please know that my prayers are with you all. Mr. Jake was the example my Father gave me as what a man MUST Be in this life no matter how hard it gets. I often thought of that in hard times and I'm thankful for the strength such a strong example gave me. Love you all.
Daphne Robinson & Family
June 15, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. If you need anything at all just say the word and it will be done we are just a call away.
Linda Crockett-Holland
June 15, 2011
Alice, I am so sorry to hear about your father.I remember him well when we were growing up. Tell your mother and the rest of the family that my Prayers goes out to you all. God Bless.
Pamela & Greg Boston
June 15, 2011
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
David Wray
June 15, 2011
Alice and the rest of the kids,
I was sorry to hear of your father's passing.i remember him so well and will miss him.My prayers are with you.
Reba Williams
June 15, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Tina Jamison-Cowan & Family
June 15, 2011
Alice, Calvin & Family, When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure! May those memories Keep a smile in your heart. Many blessings to you.
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