Donnie Hill

Donald Gordon Hill, known to his family and friends as Donnie, passed away on May 14, 2024, at the age of 72 in Cookeville, Tennessee. While he has left this world, Donnie (aka - "G Heavy Sevy") will be remembered for his witty humor, love of travel and generous spirit.

Donnie was born in Livingston, Tennessee on September 7, 1951 to Percy and Elva Hill and was the youngest of their five children. He lived an adventurous life, which began with his service in the Unites States Air Force during which time he was stationed in Thailand. In the years following his service, Donnie traveled much of the world, and for a period of time lived in Saudi Arabia for work. Donnie spent his career working as an MRI technologist in the medical field. He passed on his love of diverse food and travel experiences to many in his family.

Donnie is survived by his brother William (Bill) Hill, sister-in-law Brenda Hill and his nieces and nephews Traci Hill (Jacob and Taylor Hill), Heather (Hill) and Justin Sveadas (Forrest, Hudson and Clark), Cynthia (Hill) and Jon Speegle (Devan, Peyton and Nova), and Ryan and Natalia Hill.

He will be honored with a military service and laid to rest in the National Cemetary in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Visitation and a short service will be held in Cookeville, Tennessee at Hooper-Huddleston & Horner Funeral home on Friday, May 24, 2024 from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to St. Jude Children's Hospital.

Hooper Huddleston and Horner Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. (931) 526-6111 Share condolences and memories at www.hhhfunerals.com.