With great sadness, we announce the death of Maurice D. Hill of Hendersonville, NC, who passed away on Sunday, March 19, 2023, at the VA Medical Center in Asheville, NC at the age of 89. Those who would like to leave a sympathy message or last tribute may do so on the memorial page.
He was loved and cherished by many people. He is predeceased by his parents, Boney H. Hill and Sadie C. Hill; his loving wife, Lore Hill; his grandson, Matthew Hill; and sisters, Barbara Garrison and Vivian Jones.
He is survived by his children, Chris Hill (Beth) of Flat Rock, NC, Karen Frost (Kevin) of Seven Lakes, NC, Teresa Cochran (Scott) of Spartanburg, SC, and Michele Stepp (Chasity) of Duluth, GA; his grandchildren Andrew Hill, Kyle Cochran, Sara Dunning, Sean Cochran, Maria Cochran, Anna Cochran, Jacob Cochran, Bryson Frost, Ella Frost, and Daniel Frost; and his brothers, Thomas Hill, and Tony Hill. He was also cherished by many great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Maurice was enlisted in the United States Air Force for 8 years and the Air National Guard for 3 years. He then transitioned to owning and operating his own apple orchard, apple packing house (Hendersonville Apple Packers) and trucking company for 25 years and was a Henderson County Deputy Sheriff. He enjoyed traveling the world and always opened his home to family and friends. The family would like to thank the VA and his caregiver who made it possible for our dad to remain in his beloved home for the last years of his life.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, March 25th, 2023, at 3:00 p.m. at Reformation Presbyterian Church, followed by a reception at Kirkside Hall (120 7th Ave. W, Hendersonville, NC 28792)
Those wishing to make a memorial donation in Maurice’s name are asked to consider, Reformation Presbyterian Church at 120 7th Ave W, Hendersonville, NC 28792 and/or Meals On Wheels, Council Of Aging of Henderson County at 105 King Creek Boulevard, Hendersonville, NC 28792
Goodbye sweet friend. You will be missed.
Mike and I are so grateful to have spent the Thanksgiving holiday last year with uncle Bud. We are always grateful for his generosity and kindness during our visits. We are happy knowing that he is reunited once again with the love of his life, Oma. The stories and memories and legacies will live long after they’ve gone in their children. We extend our condolences as we share in the grief and sadness knowing we will no longer see Opa sitting in his recliner watching his sports.