March 24, 2021
Billy Joe Hill age 83 passed away March 23, 2021 at St. Thomas Highland in Sparta. He was born February 21, 1938 to his parents the late John Jefferson and Jessie Ervin Hill. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by wife, Dee Hill; son, Jeff Hill; sister, Betty Sue Gora; brother, Clarence Ervin. He was a member of Elizabeth Chapel Baptist Church and worked in factories. He is survived by daughter, Tammy Hill of Sparta; special daughter, Misty Wilson of Sparta; grandchildren, C. J. Hill, Jarrett Hill, Maggie Hill, Emma Hill; sister, Bobbye Ruth Pack of Smithville. Several nieces and nephews and great-nieces and great nephews also survive. Graveside services will be 1 PM Friday March 26, 2021 at Mt. Holly Cemetery with Bro. Bill Robertson officiating and burial to follow. Family and friends will meet at the cemetery, there will be not be any visitation or services held at the funeral home. DeKalb Funeral Chapel is in charge of arrangements.