Whereas, it has pleased the eternal Father to remove from his earthly labor, our dear co-laborer, Rev. J. I. Hill, Jr. And whereas, the years of his manhood were reservedly given to the cause of Christianity and religious services. In addition to his work as minister Rev. J. I. Hill served for eight years as assistant stated clerk of the Texas Synod and four years assistant stated clerk of the General Assembly of the Second Cumberland Presbyterian Church of the U.S.A.

His work as clerk was an outstanding event. And whereas, he exemplified a cheerful, Christ-like spirit and he will indeed be missed from and among his his many friends.

Be it resolved, that we in humble submission to Him who doeth all things . . . for in that great awakening morning, we shall all meet our loved ones around the throne of glory, where parting shall be no more and where peace will abide forevermore.

Resolved again, that we, the the Texas Synod, express our deepest sympathy of a true friend in kingdom building and a loyal officers of our organization.

Be it resolved further, that we extend our deepest sympathy to his relatives and friends; that we pledge ourselves to emulate his loyalty to Christ and His cause, and to encourage those left behind to carry out his ideals; for we are comforted by the thought that his good works will follow him while he rests from his labor.

Resolved lastly, that a copy of these resolutions be given the bereaved family, a copy be spread on the face of our records and a copy sent to the office of The Cumberland Flag for publication.

"Loving and kind in all your ways,
So willing to help, so quick to praise.
Sincere and true in your heart and mine,
Beautiful memories you left behind."

Respectfully submitted,
Rev. Deshong Smith, Moderator
Eld. L. C. Chandler, Stated Clerk
(The Texas Synod Personnel)

J. I. Hill, Jr., was born March 2, 1934 in the community of Hollands Quarter, Carthage, Panola County, Texas, the youngest son and child of Professor and Mrs. J. I. Hill, Sr.

He was an unusual child and began at the age of two saying the Lord's Prayer three times a day.

At an early age his parents moved to Mt. Enterprise, Texas, where he completed Elementary and Junior High School. He finished Minden High School with highest honors. His college work was done at Butler College, Tyler, Texas; Prairie View A&M, Prairie View, Texas; and McKenzie Bethel Seminary College, McKenzie, Tenn., still receiving high honors and an All Star Basketball player; receiving a B.S. Degree.

He was known as a great educator, but because of illness, was unable to execute his profession extensively.

Everyone loved him for his honesty, pleasing personality, efficient performance, magnificent contribution, and loyal deeds shown.

His duties and faithfulness toward his church were many. He served as President of the National Young People's Work, Assistant Secretary of the Texas Synod, Assistant Secretary of the National General Assembly, Moderator of East Texas Presbytery, Assistant Secretary of the National Young People's Work, and pastored St. Bettie's Cumberland Presbyterian Church, Henderson, Texas, and Librarian, Nacogdoches, Texas.

He was loved by all of his students and friends and did an excellent job as classroom teacher and coach at Minden High School for 3 1/2 years and was forced to resign due to failing health.

June 16, 1959, he was united with Miss Shirley Wright of Greenfield, Tenn.

He leaves to mourn a wife, mother, three sisters, and a host of relatives and friends.

[Source: The Cumberland Flag, December 15, 1964, pages 1 & 12]