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Robert Lee Hill Sr.
July 1, 1939 - October 5, 2026
A graveside service with military honors will be held 12:00 PM on Friday October 23rd at the Finn’s Point National Cemetery, Pennsville, NJ. Following the graveside service his family is having a celebration of life from 1pm-6pm at the Pennsville VFW Post #1952, 171 S. Broadway, Pennsville, NJ.
Robert “Bob” L. Hill, age 87, of Pennsville, NJ, went home to be with the lord on October 5th, 2026 surrounded by his family. Bob was born on July 1st, 1939 in Pennsauken, NJ.
Bob attended Camden County Vo-Tech before proudly serving in the United States Navy, from which he received an honorable discharge. Following his military service, he began working for the Pennsylvania Railroad, which later became part of Conrail. Bob dedicated many years to his railroad career before retiring from Conrail in the late 1980s. After retiring from Conrail, Bob had several other jobs including working with the J-Boys and at Wild Oaks Golf Course.
Bob enjoyed many hobbies throughout his life, including hunting, golfing, fishing, visiting Delaware Park, and collecting coins, trains, and golf clubs. He also cherished his weekly Wednesday trips to the shore. Bob was an active member of several organizations, including the VFW and the American Legion, where he enjoyed fellowship and camaraderie with others.
Bob is preceded in death by his wife, Jeannette C. Hill, his parents Harold Hill and Florence Howell Hill, his siblings; Harold, John, William, Richard, James, Doris Mondrosch, and Betty Ann Rourke. He is also preceded in death by his grandson John Mark Peacock, and great grandson Avery Michael Peacock.
Bob is survived by his children: Patricia Ann (John) Peacock, Robert Lee (Dawn) Hill, Dawn Marie (Jason) Hill, Tiffany Lynn, and Kelly Renee. His grandchildren: Michael, Autumn, Amber, April, Ashley, Christopher, Anthony, Jacob, Jason, Megan, David, Seth, Jordynn, Dakota, Sawyer, Hunter, and Taylor. He is also survived by his brother, Walt, 13 great grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews.