Robert S. Hill
February 5, 1933 ~ May 3, 2020
Robert S. Hill, 87, of Columbus, died at 9:00 a.m., May 3, 2020, at Homeview Health and Rehabilitation in Franklin, Indiana.
Robert was born February 5, 1933 in Seymour, the son of Clyde Hill and Irma Hibner Hill. He married Janet S. Polley Hill on July 26, 1952.
Robert was an engineer with Arvin Industries, retiring after 35 years. He was a corporal in the Army during the Korea War. He enjoyed fishing, golfing, mushroom hunting, Bible Studies and spending time with his family. He was a member of the First Church of the Nazarene, where he taught Sunday School for 60 years. He was a board member, sang in the choir, leader of the PAL Youth Group, mentor and counselor to many and was an avid Bible reader.
Private family services will be at Friday, May 8, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. at Jewell-Rittman Family Funeral Home with the Rev. Robert Muncie officiating. Calling will be from 4-8 p.m. Thursday, May 7, 2020 at the funeral home and one hour prior to the service. Burial will be at Garland Brook Cemetery with Military Rites performed by the Bartholomew County Veterans Honor Guard.
Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association or the First Church of the Nazarene through the funeral home.
Survivors include his wife; sons, Greg W. (Deidra) Hill of Greenwood and Mark R. (Kim) Hill of Mooresville; daughters, Debbi A. (Phil) Hammel of Anderson and Cindi (Edmond) Jones of Columbus; sisters, Luann (Gordon) Barker of Edinburgh and Connie (Jude) Richardson of Mechanics, Pennsylvania; grandchildren, Nicole Hammel, Joshua Meredith, Jared Meredith, Zachary Meredith, Brooke Shotts, Stephanie Johnson, Jenna Epkey and Xavior Hill; great-grandchildren, Bailey Kirts, Reeve Jarrell, Owen Meredith, Joshua Ryan Meredith, Kaylan Meredith, Christine Fisher, Roland Epkey, Gabriel Epkey, Matt Hoover, Greg Hoover, Joshua Hoover, Emmalyn Shotts, Nick Johnson, Allison Johnson and Oliva Johnson
He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Scott Hill, Ralph Hill and Doug Hill.
With the new instructions issued by the State allowing gatherings of 25 people, we welcome friends to pay respects while continuing to follow social distancing guidelines. You may be asked to wait outside the building as we comply with this mandate. We encourage you to share your support with the family, being cognizant that others wish to do the same. Please visit the Jewell-Rittman Family Funeral Home Facebook page on Friday at 11 a.m. for a live stream of the funeral service.
You are invited to view his video tribute, light a virtual candle and send a message to the family via the funeral home website.
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My deepest sympathy for the loss of a husband, father, grandfather, and to many a friend. Many years ago at The First Church of the Nazarene Bob was my Sunday school teacher. I have fond memories of those times and shared experiences. My thoughts, remembrances, and prayers are with your family.
Steve Hewitt
I am so sorry for your loss. My heart and prayers are with all of you.
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Janet and Family
I am so very sorry for the passing of your loving husband/father. I did not know him as well as I knew you Janet and your kids, but I do know that by listening to stories of him that he was a wonderful person. He was a very devoted person to his family and to his faith. He will be missed. Thoughts and prayers go out to all of you at this very difficult time.
Mary Echsner Moore
We were privileged and blessed to have known Bob and his family. He touched so many lives in a positive way. A fine, Christian man who will be missed until we see him again.
Debbie and Dell Kelly
We are so sorry for your loss. Bob was a very good man and we appreciated knowing him. Bob and I worked together at Arvin Industries for many years. May God comfort you and your good memories ease your pain.
Hal and Cindy Gelfius
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We remember Bob as a Sunday School teacher at times. He knew his Bible and was very personable. It runs in the family as several years ago we also had his mother as Sunday teacher. We will miss you Bob. Condolences to the family. You are loved.
John & Ruth Quinn
He was a wonderful man. We always enjoyed seeing him at church and seeing his smile. Enjoyed his teaching too. Prayers Janet and all the family.
Susan and Dan Vass
Tom and I will always remember “Bobby” as a caring, compassionate and friendly neighbor who enjoyed stopping by our driveway to see what was going on over here. We have known Bob (and Janet) for probably 20 years. We have enjoyed getting to know their children (and some grandchildren) too. Bob loved to take walks, talk about Korea and his work at Arvin. I will always remember our talks about tomatoes, and will forever think of him at garden planting time!
Ann Rottinghaus
Lit a candle in memory of Robert S. Hill
We remember that Bob was a great Sunday School teacher and example of how to live with Christ as guide. We believe one could see Jesus in his example, twinkling eyes and warm smile. He will be missed here but has surely been welcomed in heaven.
Mike & Jan Roane
It was very sad to hear that my dear cousin has passed away. Bob was not only a relative , but also a friend and mentor. He was a great influence on my life when I was a teenager . Bob was a youth leader in our church and very involved in the lives of the youth. Only eternity will reveal the influence he had on my life and the life of many others. Without a doubt, Bob is now with our Savior in Heaven. He will be sorely missed. May God bless the family during this time of grief.
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