Barbara Jean Hill's Obituary
Barbara Jean Hill, 86, of Decatur, IL, went to be with the Lord on August 16, 2021, with her daughter Deanna and good friend Adele Manks by her side. She was born on February 9, 1935 in Decatur, IL, the daughter of Albert “Herold” and Russie Adcock. She was preceded in death by her only sibling Richard Adcock of Rockford, IL. Barbara is survived by her daughter Deanna (Brian) Abel of Decatur.
Barbara worked at the Illinois Department of Public Aid for 25 years before retiring. She made many lifelong friends during her time there.
Per Barbara’s wishes, there will be no services. Private graveside burial will be at a later date. Barbara loved her cats Mickey and Tigger and her dog Genevieve. Her wish was that their ashes be buried with her.
In lieu of flowers, memorials to honor Barbara’s memory may be made to Yoga4Cats, a non-profit cat rescue, PO Box 712, Decatur, IL, 62525, yoga4cats.com; or Leia’s Hope Canine Rescue, a non-profit rescue, PO Box 2734, Decatur, IL 62524, Leiashope.org.
What’s your fondest memory of Barbara?
What’s a lesson you learned from Barbara?
Share a story where Barbara's kindness touched your heart.
Describe a day with Barbara you’ll never forget.
How did Barbara make you smile?