Norris C. Hill Obituary (1943 - 2022)

Norris C. Hill, 79, of Taylorville passed away on Saturday, March 26, 2022 at 8:00 a.m. at Taylorville Care Center in Taylorville, IL. He was born on February 13, 1943 in Lemons, MO, the son of Walter and Mildred (Moore) Hill. He married Rebecca Gilpin on April 10, 1976 in Taylorville, IL. He worked as a Coal Miner at Peabody Mine and Coffeen Mine. Norris also worked as an Electrician and for Therma Gas. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Taylorville. Norris was a woodworker and made many pieces for family and friends. He loved to hunt and fish and was involved in many different community activities. He is survived by his Wife: Rebecca Hill of Taylorville, IL; Daughters: Cheri (Ben) Harrison of Springfield, IL; Amanda (Ben) Gaddis of Taylorville, IL and Becky (Lance) Oelmann of Des Moins, IA; Grandchildren: Kaylin and Lauren Harrison; Isaac, Ollie and Milly Gaddis; Sophia Ward, Gracelyn Gaddis and Max and Will Oelmann; Brother: Willis Hill of Ottumwa, IA and several nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents, sister: Janice Wikoff and a brother: Donnie Jeff in infancy. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, March 29, 2022 from 4:00-7:00 p.m. at Sutton Memorial Home in Taylorville. Graveside service will be held on Thursday, March 31, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. at Oak Hill Cemetery in Taylorville with Pastor Becky Lembke officiating, Military Honors and United Mine Workers services. Sutton Memorial Home in Taylorville is assisting the family with arrangements.