James Marshall Hill Jr

James M. Hill, Jr. of Ridgecrest, CA, passed away on June 1, 2022 at the age of 74.

Jim was born on February 17, 1948 to James "Mark" and Willodean "Dean" Hill in
Annapolis, Maryland. After Jim graduated high school in Agana, Guam he enlisted with
the United States Navy.

Jim was blessed with a loving family. He met his wife to be, Ester, at a restaurant in
Olongapo, Philippines. They were soon engaged and married on May 1, 1974. Their
romance lasted just shy of 44 years and was blessed with two children and two
grandchildren.

In 1990, Jim retired from the US Navy. Unable to stay retired, Jim began his second
career with the United States Postal Service. As a mail carrier, Jim met many people in
the community with whom he soon considered friends. After 22 years with the USPS
Jim decided to finally take off his walking shoes and retired for good. Jim was a
member of the VFW Ship No 4084 and American Legion Post 684.

Jim was predeceased by his father, James Hill, Sr. and mother, Willodean Hill; his
brother, Rick Hill and his wife, Fe Estrella "Ester" Hill. He is survived by his daughter
Wilma (husband Mike) Ogas; his son James "Jimmy" Hill, III; his two grandchildren
David (wife Vivian) Hill and Lillian Ogas; his brothers Gary (wife Mary), Bill and John;
his many in-laws and many beautiful nieces and nephews.