Scott Clifford Hill, Jr.

Scott Clifford Hill, Jr., son of the late Scott Clifford Hill, Sr. and Effie Mabel (Bryant) Hill, was born September 4, 1937 in Pulaski County, Missouri. Clifford, as he was known to his family and friends, grew up and attended school in the Laquey area. On December 24, 1960, Clifford was united in marriage to Patricia Joann Gwin at the Idumea Baptist Church in Laquey. They shared over 42 years of marriage together and many wonderful memories. Clifford and Patricia were blessed with two children: Tammie and Michael. Patricia preceded Clifford in death on December 21, 2003 just three days before their 43rd wedding anniversary. Clifford enlisted in the United States Army and served his country faithfully until October 31, 1966 when he was honorably discharged. After leaving the Army, Clifford and his family moved to Arizona in 1975 and spent seven years there before moving to Camdenton, Missouri in 1982. Once moving to Camdenton, Clifford became a member of the New Home Church and was active until his health did not permit him to do so. Clifford was a hardworking man. While living in Arizona, he worked for Arizona Quarry. Clifford also for a time hauled gravel with his dump truck for his own company and also worked on Fort Leonard Wood with the Aviation planes. He spent a total of 20 years working for Willard Quarry in Lebanon as an asphalt and loader operator and retired in 2002. In his spare time, Clifford enjoyed working with his cattle and playing with his dog, Gidget. Most importantly, he loved spending time with his grandchildren. Clifford passed away at 7:15 A.M. Tuesday, October 5, 2010 in the Christian Health Care – South of Lebanon, Missouri at the age of 73 years, 1 month and 1 day. Clifford will be sadly missed, but fondly remembered by two children: Tammie Hill of Camdenton, MO and Michael Hill and his wife Barbra of Lebanon, MO; three brothers: Warren Hill of Kansas City, MO, William Hill of Laquey, MO and Alvin “Pete” Hill of Duke, MO; two sisters: Anna Mae Griffin of the state of California and Hazel Fulmer of the state of Arkansas; brother and sister-in-law: Jerry and Sandy Gwin of Marana, AZ; four grandchildren: Brandon and wife Jesse Hill, Jason, Abbie and Chad Hill; two great grandchildren: Carson and Cash Hill; several other relatives and friends. In addition to his parents and wife, Clifford was preceded in death by one brother, Elmer Leroy Hill. Funeral services were held at 1:00 P.M. Friday, October 8, 2010 in the Memorial Chapels and Crematory of Waynesville/St. Robert with Bro. Gary Humphrey officiating. Bro. John Stewart, former pastor to Clifford, recalled his memories of Clifford and gave words of comfort to the family. Soloist Becky Lercher sang “Brethren We Have Met to Worship” and “Beulah Land”. The song “I Can Only Imagine” was also played. Serving as escorts were Elmer Hill, Jr., Scott Hill, Chad Hill, Norman Stoll, Jerry Gwin, and John Stewart. Burial followed in the Idumea Cemetery of Laquey, Missouri. Services were under the direction of Memorial Chapels and Crematory of Waynesville/St. Robert. Memorial contributions may be made in memory of Clifford Hill to the Idumea Cemetery Fund and may be left at the funeral home.

Scott Clifford Hill, Jr.

September 4, 1937 - October 5, 2010