Billy Ray Hill

Billy Ray Hill was born on May 8, 1936 to the late Sherman and Rose Michael Hill. At an early age of 6, he lost his daddy leaving his mother and himself to pick and hoe cotton for a living. There was no public assistance or welfare at that time.

In 1957, he married his "Sweetie," Mary Frances Holland. One son was born to this union, Jimmy Ray Hill on September 13, 1958.

Mr. Hill lived his entire life in McNairy County in the Beauty Hill Community. He worked at Co-Op and logging. He and his wife both worked at Brown Shoe Company V. He retired after 25 years due to a heart attack.

An avid gardener, he was known for his delicious tomatoes and beans, along with sharing his produce with friends and community.

He was a longtime faithful member of Beauty Hill United Pentecostal Church. He served as board member and Sunday School Superintendent. In later years, he attended Little Chapel Pentecostal Church in Selmer, TN where he served as a board member and was an inspiration to all.

Mr. Hill departed this life on June 3, 2025 in Bethel Springs, Tennessee at the age of 89 Years, 26 Days. He is survived by his wife of 68 years, Mary Frances Hill of Bethel Springs, TN; son, Jimmy Ray Hill of Bethel Springs, TN; many cousins, friends and neighbors.

He never met a stranger; he embraced every soul with open arms and an inviting smile. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him.