Richard Hill's Obituary
Funeral services for Richard T. Hill, of Longview, Texas, will be held at 10:00 AM on Tuesday, October 18th, at Mobberly Baptist Church. Internment will be in Rosewood Cemetery immediately following the ceremony. Visitation will be on Monday, October 17th, at Rader Funeral Home from 6–8 PM. Richard died on Tuesday, October 11th, at the Longview Regional Medical Center after a brief illness.
Richard was born in 1947 in Gilmer, Texas, and lived most of his life in Longview. Shortly after graduating from Pine Tree High School in 1965, Richard joined the Navy. He made several cruises as a member of naval aviation squadrons, and rose to the rank to Chief Petty Officer. In 1966, he married Patricia Gail Gilmore until her passing in 2008. For the past two years, Richard has been married to Pamela Kay Hill. He was retired at the time of his death.
Richard was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. Those left to cherish his memory are Pamela Kay Hill, his wife; Tony and Linda Hill, his son and daughter-in-law; and Paul, Rebecca, and Brittany Hill, his beloved grandchildren. He is also survived by Katie Hill, his step-mother; Lee Cousins, his sister; Roger Hill, his brother; and numerous other special family members and friends. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Pat, and his brother, Eddie.
Richard was an active member of the Longview Kiwanas Club and volunteered his time to many different causes.
Pall bearers for the services will be members of Richard and Pam's Sunday school class at Mobberly Baptist Church.
Richard desires that in lieu of flowers that a memorial donation be made to Beacon Hospice, Margaret's House, 5016 Gilmer Rd, Longview, 75604.
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