Edward "Eddie" Hill

Edward “Eddie” Hill, 77, of Hughesville, MD, passed away peacefully on July 20, 2024. Born September 17, 1946 in Leonardtown, MD, he was the son of the late James Earl Hill and Viola Elizabeth (Shorter) Hill. Eddie was a lifelong resident of Southern Maryland. He graduated from Archbishop Neale School in 1964. Eddie was drafted into the U.S. Army in January 1966 at the time of the Vietnam War and was honorably discharged in November 1967. He was stationed in Korea and actively defended his country in Vietnam. After military service, he worked as an electrician for a local company and then for the Federal Government. Eddie worked most of his life as dump truck owner and operator where he was known by his CB handle “Red Bird”. In 1970, Eddie married Cheryl Gallahan and together they dedicated their lives to their two children. His son Jimmy became his right hand man throughout life. His daughter Stephanie gave him a granddaughter, Danielle, whom Eddie adored. Eddie enjoyed spending time with his family and friends, often in his garage, referred to as “the bottom”. Eddie was a good man, husband and father. It was often said that he was the strongest person you would ever meet, and a fierce friend. His kindness, spirited personality and unwavering determination will leave a lasting impact on those who knew and loved him. In addition to his parents, Eddie was preceded in death by his brothers James E. "Shorty" Hill Jr., James M. “Pinky" Hill Sr., Richard Hill, Dennis Hill, brother-in-law Robert Wolfe, sisters-in-law Mary Hill, Mary “Windy” Hill and Marilee Hill, as well as his mother-in-law Juanita Gallahan. Eddie is survived by his devoted wife Cheryl Hill, son James “Jimmy” Hill (Jennifer), daughter Stephanie Hill (Dave), granddaughter Danielle Hess, siblings Agnes “Cricket” Wolfe, Henry Lee Hill and Gary Hill, sister-in-law Valerie Hill, many nieces and nephews, extended family from both the Hill and Gallahan side and lifelong friends. In honoring Eddie’s wishes, there will be no funeral or memorial service. A private committal service will be held at Cheltenham Veterans Cemetery at a later date. The family requests that you pay your respects to Eddie by thanking a veteran for their service in his memory. Donations in Eddie's memory may be made to the American Cancer Society, as it was his chosen cause. www.cancer.org/donate, American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 6704, Hagerstown, MD 21741.

Edward "Eddie" Hill

September 17, 1946 - July 20, 2024