Willard Hill's Obituary
Willard Truitt Hill, age 90 of Rehoboth Beach, DE, passed away on Friday, February 15, 2019 at Country Rest Home in Greenwood, DE, surrounded by his family. He was born on November 20, 1928 in Lewes, DE, son of the late Harvey and S. Blanche Hill.
Mr. Hill was a proud Veteran, having honorably served in the US Army. Thereafter, he made his career in real estate. Mr. Hill had many, varied interests, including the 3 Coin Coffee Club, golfing, fishing, duck hunting, and bridge. He also enjoyed spending winters in Florida. Above all, Mr. Hill cherished time spent with family and friends. He was a loving and devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend who was loved by many and will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
In addition to his parents, Mr. Hill was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Hettie A. Hill in 2012. He is survived by his sons: Jack Legg of Rehoboth Beach, DE and Beau Hill of Ocean View, DE; his daughters: Suzy Smarr (Bill) of Milford, DE and Missy Legg (Bryan Cahill) of Lewes, DE; his 5 grandchildren; his 8 great-grandchildren; and his brothers-in-law: Isaac Fields (Nancy) of Camden, DE and William F. Fields of Dover, DE.
A Celebration of Life will be held on March 2, 2019 from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM at 2 State Road, Rehoboth Beach, DE. Burial will be private.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions in Mr. Hill's memory to Rehoboth Beach Volunteer Fire Company: 219 Rehoboth Avenue, Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971.
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