William Madison Hill

William Madison Hill, 72, of Sedalia, MO, passed away Tuesday, June 4, 2019 at his home. He was born on August 20, 1946 in Sedalia, the son of Eugene and Mary (Marshall) Hill, who preceded him in death.

On February 13, 1976 in Sedalia, he was united in marriage to Betty A Hill, who resides of the home.

“Will” was born the 2nd of 8 siblings. He worked for the City of Sedalia for 33 years until he retired in 2016. Everyone who knew him knows he had a true passion for music. He came to every function dressed to impress wearing a suit, a tie, and a matching hat. He was the best dressed man in Pettis County and he always had a smile that would light up the room.

In addition to his wife Betty, he is survived by his son Glenn Shoemaker, Jr., and his siblings, Shirley Hill, Francis Hill, Calvin Marshall, Debbie Marshall, and Cleo Marshall. He is also survived by a host of nieces and nephews and by Rodney Scroggins, who is like a son.

In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his brothers, Wayman Marshall and Robert Marshall.

A funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, June 11, 2019 at Rea Funeral Chapel with Reverend Cecil Jones officiating.

The family will receive friends from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Monday, June 10, 2019 at the funeral chapel.

Burial will be at Crown Hill, Sedalia, MO.

Pallbearers will be Madison Lyles, Josh Lyles, Treston Clay, Thomas Lee, Christian Finley, and Jesse Paredes III.

Honorary bearers will be Calvin Marshall, Harold Frazier, Terry Buckner, Gary Jackson, Jesse Paredes Jr., and Rodney Scroggins.

Memorial contributions may be made to Burns Freewill Baptist Church for music equipment in care of Rea Funeral Chapel.