I met Sis. Hill when I was a young girl. She and Br. Hill were so kind to my family. They influenced my mom and dad to start our church almost 50 years ago. My family and I have fellowshipped with them quite often thru out the years. I have fond memories of playing with their children many years ago. Sis. Hill will truly be missed. She was such a kind, loving woman. She and Brother Hill seemed to be so much in love. I know Br. Hill will miss his soul mate terribly, and what a loss it will be to the children. My prayers go out to them. No one will ever love us as much as our parents. They love unconditionally. Sister Hill truely loved her family. I pray God be with the family and help their hearts to heal. Sis. Hill was a beautiful woman inside and out. Her sweet personality will forever be in our memories for years to come. Jane Pickens Ryszka

When we moved to Hammond, In from down south, a neighbor invited me to go to Bro & Sis Hills church. I got saved and I still attend that same church aprox. 35 yrs later. I loved them both then and I still love them now even more. Sis Hill will be missed by everyone who knew her. I pray GOD will be with Bro. Hill & all the family. Larry & Deanna Bright

Jennifer Limon purchased flowers (Simply Elegant Spathiphyllum - Small)

Bambi and family, While comfort can be found in believing that our loved one is at peace, it is still a difficult. Thoughts and many prayers during this time. Jenny Limon

Going home will never be the same again; the house will forever be half empty. As I walked back in the morning you left us, I went into your room and touched your pillow, laid where you laid, and smelled your clothes. I so much wanted to feel you and to smell your aroma. Life has forever changed, but Momma I know that you will be waiting for us until we join you in Heaven. We as a Family will keep your memory alive and love you forever.

I will always be your little Peewee. I remember how you would put my hair in pigtails. You were always proud of your Children, made sure that we always had new clothes for the new School year, a new dress for Easter and something to open at Christmas time. I'm sure that you sacrificed yourself to give to us.

You were very playful. I remember how you would catch a June fly, tie a piece of thread on it and let it buzz around and land on us, and we would run and scream and you would stand there and laugh. You could catch a fly with one swipe of your hand and you were the champ at playing jacks!

How you loved attention from Dad and us kids, you and Dad were very affectionate towards each other and also with us kids. Our home was always full of Love. You raised your kids to love, respect and to always forgive. And above all, you taught us about Jesus and provided us a Christian home to grow in.

You were a prayer warrior, many nights I could hear you in your room crying out to God for the many burdens you carried. You was never boastful, but a quiet, gentle spirit. You loved children and they loved you, you loved to witness and share your faith to all.

You left us way too soon, but I would never have wanted to lose you. The past few weeks was a struggle for you, but I never seen you shed a tear. I know that you had complete peace and knew that you were ready to meet your maker. Your life was a gift to all of us and I will forever love and miss you Momma! So, until that day- I will cherish every memory. Thank you for the legacy you have given.

I'm so glad my grandma has been moved to a better place. Although she will definitely be missed, I know she's made it to the ultimate home. Growing up she was the only grandma I really had, and she taught me to cook and to do laundry. She always had her home open to me, and loved when I would make her breakfast after sleepovers. She has always been an example to me, by not always speaking the first thing on your mind, being modest, and to be strong in faith. I LOVE YOU GRANDMA!

In the short time I knew you, I grew to love you. You were so very special to me. Your kind and loving heart always made me feel warm & fuzzy all over. I have and will miss you always. However; I am comforted in knowing that we shall see each other again. I celebrate your life here on earth and your healing in your now permanent home--HEAVEN.

As a child I grew up in the church my parents and grandparents had gone to. My grandpa (Roscoe Hutsell) was on the board for years. I was very young but I remember going over to Bro and Sis Hills home in Lafayette with my grandpa. I grew up with many of the grand kids and am still in contact with some even though the years have passed. I always looked up to Sis Hill. My own grandma passed when I was 9 years old and although I have always missed her, I knew I was accepted and loved unconditionally by Sis Hill. To me she was like a second grandma and I cherish all the time I ever had with her. I love her and will miss her greatly.

Grandma, the last word I heard you say this weekend was my name. It brought back a special memory to me. The time you and I went to the mall and you purchased the most beautiful dress for me. I think I wore that dress to church at least once a month. It meant so much to me to spend that time, just you and me. I love you Grandma

When I think of my Mom the first thing I think of is a Modest woman and a Prayer Warrior. She has onery moments and it makes us kids laugh. I love to see how Dad would treat her so tenderly and like a lady. I love that she loved to play table games with her family. (she most always won) I love to watch her at restaurants and make over the babies. It didn't matter where she was she would find a way to speak about Jesus. I love the way that she loved Jerry Lee Shepherd even before I realized how much I love him. I remember mom in pink hair rollers and dresses that had a small belt at the waist. She always looked so pretty for Daddy. This one always makes me laugh when I think of it. One Christmas I wanted a little black Thumbelina doll for Christmas and she couldn't understand why I wanted the black one but got it for me anyways. She loved animals. She could make them speak and dance and they loved her too. She loved to dress Abby up and she missed her so much when she was gone. I can remember so many nights us kids laying in bed and listening to Mom and Dad pray for all their kids, family and church. We loved hearing them, it brought such peace to us. Mom was always by Dads side. Their was times when she would be tired or uncomfortable but she would still be there. She had a certain quietness about her but that was an asset for her. She has led many souls to the Lord. I remember a certain homeless man that lived under bridge and she would stop and talk with him and give him tracts about Jesus. When he was gone she really missed him. I love to watch Mom and Dad interact with each other, words don't have to be spoken between them, love just beams. Daddy and Mommy loved to give each other little pats and she would giggle or say, Honey don't do that and love every minute of it. The love between them has shown us kids the kind of love we want from our Spouses. We didn't have much in material things growing up but what we did have was Love. That is a lot more than other families have and still today that love bonds us kids together. Mommy I will never have enough time with you! As a little girl I was a Daddys girl. But when I grew into an adult and became a mother myself I grew very close to my Mom. I have made a lot of mistakes in my life but Mom never judged me, she just prayed and loved me through my mistakes and toils. I find myself looking at myself and wondering what Mom was doing or wearing at certain times in life at my age at that time. Mom and Dad had a lot of responsibilities at a young age. Had all us children and started a church in Hammond. They carried a lot of burdens for everyone but never complained. They loved being Pastors and helping others. I want to be like Mom in many ways. If my girls can look at me and respect me the way I do my Mom then I will be a blessed Mom. I want to be a modest woman, a mother that prays for her children and grandkids, a wife that stands by her husband, a womans' friend who can trust her and lean on her. Her son in laws my have teased her a lot but that is because they love her. After all their wives are getting more and more like Mom everyday. I love looking in the mirror and see your smile smiling back at me! I love when I am in church and find myself holding my hands in the same manner as Mom. Mom has taught me a lot about being a good woman. She always said there is a right time and place for everything. The other day my son in law was talking about Mom and says he knew Mom would go to Heaven when she died, it made me smile. He says she has a place in Heaven, no doubt. He knows how she loved to talk to people about Jesus whenever she could find a chance to witness to someone she did. That she has led a Christian life and prayed everyday. Mom has left that light to everyone that has ever been around her. Oh Mommy, I love you so much. There is so much more that I could say about my Beautiful Mom. What I wanted more than anything these last few days were for her to be out of pain, happy and healthy again. She is now, even more so than I can imagine. I will never forget those last few minutes with Mom, they were the most beautiful moments we could have shared. I will miss her and love her forever. Daddy and us kids will try and carry on Moms desires through witnessing and loving others each day. She is an angel in Heaven today but always an angel in our lives. Amazing Grace how sweet the sound!

I love you Sister Hill♥ I hope this Facebook page remains here; I know it will. I want to write you so you can hear it up in heaven. You are so precious to us. I know I haven't talked much lately to you, but my heart is aching and is rejoicing knowing that God has a home for all of us, real soon!!! I don't want to say goodbye because there is hope just as you portrayed for so many people for years! I thank God for you, and God knows how many people you have touched and will make it to Heaven because of you! I am one of them. God knows when it all began. Thank you Sister Hill from the bottom of my heart <3

We are sorry for your loss. Sis. Hill has always been so sweet & kind. we offer our condolance to the family. Find comfort in knowing where she is now. May God be with all of you in your time of sorrow.

very sorry for your loss I know what it is like to lose some one who ment so much you are in my Prayers

July 4, 2013 Letter of Condolence To Leeroy Hill, & Family “I will lift up mine eyes unto the hills, from whence cometh my help. My help cometh from the LORD, which made heaven and earth” (Psalm 121:1-2). We are all saddened to hear of the passing of Mother Hill, she was very dear to us. We understand how difficult it must be to lose someone so dear to you and so well loved. We trust that the special memories of your loved one and the prayers of the saints will be a comfort to you at this time and especially in the days ahead. We, the Hamilton Family, pray that you will be encouraged in the Lord today. You can depend on He who is faithful! We want you to know that you can also depend on us, should you need us. We are praying that the presence of God will keep you in perfect peace and hold you securely through this hour. We know that the separation is real, yet only lasts a moment, for weeping may endure for a night but joy is surely coming in the morning! Humbly submitted, Cynthia Hamilton & Whitney & Katherine Hamilton, Jr. Bethel Family Worship Center

Dear Pastor Hill and Family, I am so sorry for your loss. Your loss is Heaven's gain. Sister Hill was a very special lady and I loved her. I know you will miss her dearly but you will see her again. She is rejoicing today with our Lord and Savior. May God be with you during this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Dear bro. Hill and family, We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time

My sincerest sympathy for the loving family. May you find comfort in your precious memories and faith. She is among angels.

I have known sis Hill all my life. Her daughter Pam and I was best friends growing up. I was either at their house or Pam at mine. Sis Hill treated me as if I was her own. She loved and even at times disciplined me. She will forever be a treasure and a second momma to me. I'm so thankful GOD allowed me to be part of her life I will miss and love you but so excited that one day soon we will be joined in heaven forever....

Mother, I have so many memories of you! How you guarded me from harms way, How you sacrificed your needs for your children!How you took so much pride in showing your children off to others! How you comforted us, while we were sick! I remember as a little girl, how you would let me put make-up on you, before you went to work! How you would draw pictures of Teresa and I, of how you imagined what we would look like when we grew up! I, in Pigtails and freckles and Teresa with long flowing blond hair! I Love those memories and that's just a small part of so many of them! I will forever hold you in my Heart, Mom and I will forever miss you! I LOVE YOU MOTHER!!

Our deepest sympathy and prayers are with you Brother Hill and your family at this time.

Swing wide the Gates, Heaven has gain a beauitful Lady, you was an example to many. Awesome Pastor, friend, Mother, whatever was need you was there. Thank you for the many sacafrices you made for the ministry. You are Loved Dearly, it's not Goodbye , it's we will see you again.......

To the greatest mother in law ever, I am really going to miss you. I remember the time that you sat and watched IU win the championship with me. You knew every player by name. Even though you are a Colts fan and I am a Bears fan, I love you very much. If you see my Daddy, give him a hug for me. I will love and miss you forever. See you both in Heaven someday. Your son in law, Jerry.

To all the family: Please accept my sincere sympathy to the whole family. You all are in my thoughts and prayers. I do not know Maxine personally, but I am blessed to have known her daughter Pam very well, and she is a dear friend. I have been intoduced to many of the family through her. If your Mom is anything like all of you, I know she is a great woman. Just want to say I am sincerely sorry, and I love all of you. May God bless you all through this difficult time.

I will miss you. Most of all the teasing we did to each other. Love Dave

Mom, You are forever in my Heart! I LOVE you so very much! See you in Heaven!!

Grandma, you will always be in my heart. I love you so much, and, I'll always have a place for you in my heart. I am your first Great Granddaughter and there ain't nobody that can take my place as your first granddaughter(: I can't even seem to say half the words I want to.. It's hard for me to tell people how much you mean to me, and how upset I am about you not being here. I'm not gonna be selfish. You're in a better place. And all I want is for you to be happy. I love you Grandma. And while you're up there tell Grandpa Smitty that I love him, and that I wish he was still here too.. I love both of you. Forever.

Grandma I love you and will forever.You were a great example to me.Thanks for being the best grandma in the world.Love You!