Richard Dale Hill, 74, of Arlington, Tennessee, passed away on April 1, 2020. Richard was born on February 8, 1946 in Jackson, Tennessee to Robert D. Hill, and Edna Lois Snellgrove Hill. Richard was a graduate of Treadwell High School, and attended University of Memphis and William R. Moore School of Technology. He was an employee of Firestone Tire and Rubber Company, and later was a manager at Designer Cabinets in Whiteville, Tennessee. Richard enjoyed woodworking, and spent many hours engaged in his work in his garage. In his younger years, he like CB radios and dirt bikes. Richard was a member of Leawood East Baptist Church. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Bonnie Haley Hill, and two daughters, Tracey Thompson (Bill) of Germantown, TN, and Tina Matus of Arlington, TN. He also leaves his sister, Jude Roaten (Bobby) of Arlington, TN, five grandchildre, Calle and Ainsley Thompson of Germantown, TN, Erin Carroll (Vince) of Arlington, TN, and Ethan and Emilie Matus of Chambery, France. Also leaves two great grandsons, Liam and Lucas Carroll. Richard also had many nieces and nephews who were special to him.
Due to the COVID 19 Pandemic, there will be no funeral, but a small gathering of family will occur at gravesite at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, April 6, 2020 at Memorial Garden Cemetery at 3700 Germantown Parkway in Bartlett, TN. Other family and friends wishing to pay their last respects and show support are welcome to drive through and park their cars along the curb near the burial site and remain in their vehicles in order to adhere to the "social distancing" recommendations made by local, state and federal governments.
Any donations may be made to the Dementia Society of America, the Alzheimer's Society, or to the charity organization of your choice.
High Point Funeral Home & Crematorium
3788 Summer Avenue
Memphis, TN 38122
901-454-5795