Hazel Thomas Hill Jr.

H. Thomas Hill, Jr. departed this life on September 1, 2017 at the age of 79. Junie, as he was affectionately known to so many of his childhood friends in Brookfield Gardens, passed away in the company of loved ones due to a respiratory illness. H. Thomas Hill, Jr. served his country for 56 years as a member of the United States Air Force and as a Systems Analyst with the Dept. of the Army. H. T. Hill's outstanding service record was recognized and honored by the highest of political offices, featuring letters of recognition from President Barack Obama and Virginia Senator Tim Kaine. In keeping with his love for our country, he also received commendations from Brigadier General, Ronald Kirklin and Major General Darrell K. Williams, who presided over his induction into the Quartermaster Regiment. The pinnacle of national recognition for the much lauded H. T. Hill, Jr. was the flying of the American Flag over the Pentagon in his honor on January 12, 2016 for his volume of service. To truly honor the life of one, Junie Hill, it is fitting that Northside's Brookfield Gardens takes its rightful place as the community in which his leadership skills were developed. In the mid 1940's, Officer Randolph founded the Police Boy's Club which featured Dr. James Price (Bey), Frank Turner, Henry Brown, Raymond Lee, Harold Underwood Sr., Junie Hill, and a host of others Brookfield residents. It was in this particular club that the young men learned to be leaders instead of followers. These prominent members then formed the group the Dream Boys, which propelled them to the many achievements and accomplishments that many know them for today. Junie's road to manhood began with his marriage to Ruthgenia Carroll in 1957 in Richmond, VA. Shortly thereafter, he ventured abroad with the United States Air Force and earned his appointment of Master Sergeant totaling 21 years of service as an airman for his nation. After his retirement from the USAF, he earned his Bachelor's Degree in Business Management from the University of Maryland which led to his civilian role as a Food System's Analyst with the Department of the Army. In order to perform his duties, H. Thomas Hill, Jr. traveled abroad, inspecting a plethora of food service facilities which reside in every continent of the known world. Junie retired after 56 years of service to the United States Government on March 31, 2016. H. Thomas Hill, Jr. is survived by his devoted wife, Ruthgenia Hill; four children, Thomas Hill, Keith Hill (Jill), Delisa Hill Stuckey (Darryl), and Kevin Hill; six grandchildren, Keith, Thomas, Alexander, Kennedy, Taylor, and Adam; five great-grandchildren; one aunt, Catherine Taylor, one brother-in-law, Reginald Carroll; two sisters-in-law, Viola Tolbert and Evangeline Brooks; a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and close friends. Tommy is preceded in death by his mother, Edna Carter; and brother Harold Underwood Sr.

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Hazel Thomas Hill Jr.

July 15, 1938 - September 1, 2017