Irvin Paul Hill, age 77, life-long resident of Columbus, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly on September 19, 2019, at Grant Medical Center.
Irvin was born on July 25, 1942 to the late Prentiss Floyd and Dorothy L. Hill, and was the eldest of two children. Irvin attended West High School and was a member of their first wrestling team. He graduated from West in 1960. After graduation, he attended The Ohio State University. In 1966, he married Raymona Porter, and to this union they welcomed two beautiful daughters, Michelle and Stephanie Hill. On June 28, 1974, he married Carolyn Tanner.
In 1964, Irvin began working for the United States Postal Service in Inquiry and Processing. With his strong work ethic and dedication, he held numerous positions throughout his career and was offered a position of Postmaster in Chillicothe, Ohio. Irvin retired after 42 years of service. He also worked a seasonal position as a cashier at Scioto Downs Racetracks. After retiring from USPS, he worked as a driver for Groveport Madison Schools for 10 years.
Irvin was renowned for his love of sports. In his spare time, he enjoyed watching baseball, basketball, football, pool, and tennis. Although Irvin loved The Ohio State Buckeyes, he was a die-hard Cleveland Browns and Cleveland Cavaliers fan. Irvin and his brother, Ron, traveled to Cleveland for over 15 years to see his favorite teams play. During that time, he also had the opportunity to see his favorite player, LeBron James. He was also an avid bowler in multiple leagues and a skilled table tennis player.
Affectionately known as Coach Hill, his 40-year tenure with the Eastland Vikings Athletic Association has extended over three generations and continues to live on today. Coach Hill was an educator at heart and enjoyed a healthy debate. Irvin always had time to answer a question or solve a problem. His family (including his grandchildren) would often seek his advice. He always imparted words of wisdom to guide them along in life. Irvin will be missed by all of those who had the privilege of knowing and loving him.
He was proceeded in death by his parents, Prentiss Floyd Hill and Dorothy L. Hill. Survived by his loving wife of 45 years, Carolyn Hill; daughter, Vickie (Rick) Hunter; son Ron (Kim) Tanner; daughter, Michelle Hill; son, Anthony Tanner; daughter, Stephanie Hill; ten grandchildren, Brandon Hunter, Britney (Sammy) Tonyemba, DayJuan Oswalt, Kaneesha Frazier, RoKia Weatherspoon (JD), Diamond Tanner, Raymond Hill, Ron Tanner II, Ashira Tanner, and Ameia Hill; ten great-grandchildren; brother, Ron (Debi) Hill; beloved niece and nephew, Veronica Hill, and Marvin (Cescely) Hill, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and other relatives and friends.
Visitation 10:00 AM and Memorial Service 11:00 AM Friday, September 27, 2019 at MARLAN GARY FUNERAL HOME, THE CHAPEL OF PEACE EAST 5456 E. Livingston Ave.
Vickie,
I”m so sorry for your family’s loss. If there is anything I can do to help, please let me know.
Debbie
Our deepest sympathy to the family. Coach Hill will be sadly missed by all.
Love,
The Jordan Family
To my good friend Ron. You have my deepest sympathy on the passing of your brother Irvin. My God bless you and may God bless the entire Hill family.
Fred
Sending my prayers to you and family.
We would like to extend our deepest sympathy to the family. May your memories can so you and May God sustain with his precious promises to someday soon reunite us with our love ones. Thinking of you all.
To Carolyn and family my heart goes out to you on the loss…You all are in my prayers at this trying time..God is your strength at this trying time..
To the Family,
Wish I could be there to share in the homegoing of Irvin but I know God is going to comfort and keep you in the days ahead. Be blessed and know that I love you.
I grew up on Clarendon with Irvin and Ronnie. I am in awe of all that Irwin accomplished in his life. My deepest condolences and prayers of comfort to all who loved him.
John Scott
To the Family:
We are praying for you during this time, for God’s strength and comfort.
May He continue to be your perfect help in your time of need.
Sincerely,
So sorry for your loss! My prayers are with you and your family, Michelle & Stephanie.
To my good friend Ron. You have my deepest sympathy on the passing of your brother Irvin. May God bless bless you and may God bless the entire Hill family.
Fred
To the Family (Ron)
I am saddened to hear of the passing of Ervin, a good Hilltop friend. I was in the Chapel OP this afternoon with family because of the loss of a family member. I was just here on the site for info about him when I came across Ervin’s photo. I connected wit him later in life at the Eastland Post Office. We always took time to catch up. He bought a book from me for his mother. My condolences to your family. He was a great guy and made an impact on other lives. That’s the way it should be. Ron, Dwight, recently left as well. God continue to bless your family. He left you with a lot to be proud of.
Sorry for your loss I worked with Irvin at the main post office twin rivers drive always very helpful to any one who needed anything may God bless the family, carlos smith