of Benton, AR
May 16, 1940 - October 1, 2014
Winnie Gail Hill, 74, of Benton died Wednesday, October 1, 2014. She was born May 16, 1940 in Odessa, TX to the late Kenneth Elwood and Lillie Addie (Harmon) Franklin.
Mrs. Hill taught history in the Benton Public School district for over twenty years, then taught in Alaska and eventually in the Bryant School District. She was a member of New Life Missionary Baptist Church.
Survivors include three sons, Ken Hill, Paul Hill and Shannon (Lisa) Hill, all of Benton; six grandsons, Caleb Tolbert, Franklin Paul Hill, Josh Hill, Alex Hill, Ryan Hill and Bishop Hill; two sisters, Jean Foster of Benton and Bettie Ann Luper of Fayetteville; as well as other relatives and friends.
Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, October 4, 2014 in the chapel of Roller-Ballard Funeral Home (315-4047) with Bro. Tony Reasons and Bro. Scotty Nalley officiating. Interment will follow in New Rosemont Memorial Park in Benton. Serving as pallbearers are Kevin Brown, Ronnie (Moon) Mullins, Tony Reasons, Will Paxton, William Reinhart and Beau Walker.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Friday evening, October 3rd at the funeral home.
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27 Condolence(s)
Whitney (Pelton) Buck
Monday, October 20, 2014
There is only one word that comes to mind when I think of Gail...Love. As my mother's best friend from the time I was born, I grew up feeling as if she was my 2nd Mom, like a Mother, if she saw me doing something that she didn't approve of, she let me know. Trust me. I gave her many opportunities to do just that too, but not once did I ever question her love for me. I trusted her with secrets that only she knew, things my own family, to this day doesn't know. I am so blessed to have grown up with you as an influence, but even more so to have known you as my friend.
The hearts you touched, & the lives you changed throughout your career are too many to even guess. Some people "choose" to be teachers. I don't believe that to be the case here. Teaching chose you. You put your whole heart into each & every lesson you taught. You never allowed your students to walk away without learning something from, even if that 'something' was that he or she was loved.
Ken, Paulie, & Shannon....my friends...my brothers. Take care of eachother, please. That is what Gail would want from you. I love you all.
Kim Behr
Tuesday, October 7, 2014
So sorry for your loss.
Sandy Krebs, RN
Monday, October 6, 2014
Dear Family, I am so sorry for your loss. I visited your mother as a Home Health Nurse several weeks ago-I was touched by her personality, determination, zest for life and resolve for her lot in life. Not every patient touches my heart in the way Ms. Hill has. Once again I express my sorrow. Praying you will be comforted, may God be with you.
Gail Bradshaw Parnell
Sunday, October 5, 2014
Gails Family,
Ms. Hill was my favorite teacher. She was the nicest lady ever. She was funny and a good teacher.. Heaven got another angle. God bless each and everyone of you. R.I.P. MRS. Hill. GAIL BRADSHAW PARNELL
Teresa Stiles Newcomb
Saturday, October 4, 2014
Ken, Paul & Shannon.
I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.
I hope you feel God's love & strength.
Teresa
john and paula bramlett
Saturday, October 4, 2014
just thinking of you and your family during the time of your loss. May God be with each of you.
Pam Taylor
Saturday, October 4, 2014
I am sorry for your loss.She. is dancing with the angels
Shannon Bowman
Friday, October 3, 2014
Rest in peace sweet Gail. You were one on the kindest people I'd ever known. I feel blessed to have known you and to know your sweet sons. Fly free from the pain and watch over us. You'll always be remembered. Prayers for the family and friends that knew you. Till we met again. 💜
Jim&Charlotte Reasons
Friday, October 3, 2014
Our prayers are with all of the family.
melissa smith
Friday, October 3, 2014
Rest in peace with the angels momma Gail! I love you very much! Prayers for all the Hill family!
Harris Fann
Friday, October 3, 2014
A lot of prayers and hugs go to the family
De Rhoades
Friday, October 3, 2014
Ken,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. So sorry.
Geraldine Reynolds
Friday, October 3, 2014
Jean
My thoughts and prayers are with you in the loss of your sister.
Delmar Lu Smith
Friday, October 3, 2014
Jean,
So sorry to learn of Gail's death. Please know that I am thinking of you and your family.
Linda Allen Creasey
Friday, October 3, 2014
Ken and Paul, I'm so sorry for your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Pamela Burnett Eagle
Thursday, October 2, 2014
Ken, Paul and Shannon,
I am so glad I got to met your wonderful mom and I am praying for your family to feel peace knowing she is in the arms of God and no longer in pain in her earthly body. She will be watching over her boys and guiding you from the heavens above. I am praying for strength for you all.
Pamela Taylor
Thursday, October 2, 2014
So sorry for your loss. You had a wonderful Momma. She was always full of life. She is with her Heavenly Father without no pain.
Stacy courson
Thursday, October 2, 2014
Shannon and Lisa just meet Mrs Gail last summer when me and Tanner came up there and me and tanner feel in love with her. She was awesome .Just remember you all are in our prayers
cindy doddridge
Thursday, October 2, 2014
She was one of the sweetest and nicest people I knew. I am sure Cindy was glad to see Gail's smiling face. They were so close and finally they are reunited. She will be greatly missed by so many
Robert D. Luper
Thursday, October 2, 2014
Gail was always good to Bettie and I. Always encouraging and willing to help. She was a good person and will be missed.
May she get the heavenly rewards she deserves.
Cindy Minchen Harrell
Thursday, October 2, 2014
There are too many memories to share, from when all your boys and all of us girls were all running around together invading your house til now. You were always there for each and every one of us, even if we were not your own, you still treated us as if we were. I know every person that came to your house never felt like a stranger. You loved every one and every one loved you back. You will be missed. Mrs. Gail thank you for your all. I know you are in the most loving hands of all. See you soon.
Alan Kesterson
Thursday, October 2, 2014
Sorry for your loss. My prayers and thoughts are with the entire family. She will truly be missed.
Jack George
Thursday, October 2, 2014
Thank you Ms. Gail for the laughs, love, amazing conversations, your friendship, and for being my biggest fan. You never missed a show. you will be missed.
L Blaylock Waltmn
Thursday, October 2, 2014
I am so sorry for your loss. Mrs Gail was the most kind hearted woman I have ever met. She was always there when ever anyone need her. My deepest sympathy goes out to this family. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Bob Kirkpatrick
Thursday, October 2, 2014
Gail has been a freind since early years with her teaching Bible School. Always the teacher, always the loving friend. You will be missed.
Mary Ensey Cady
Wednesday, October 1, 2014
Gail and I graduated from high school together. She and Jean have been special friends for many years. I am so very sorry for your loss. My prayers are with the family. God Bless You
Mary Ensey Cady
BHS Class of 1957
Marlon
Wednesday, October 1, 2014
With Deepest Sympathy. Your Mom was so fun to be around. Loved when her and Cindy had shop next to mine. Had lots Laughs. She loved you Boys more than anything. Your in my Prayers. God will help you just lean on him.