TO VIEW / PRINT / DOWNLOAD FUNERAL PROGRAM https://www.scribd.com/document/319626017/Fred-Hill Celebrating the Life and Memory of Fred A. Hill (Mr. Taft) Fred A. Hill was born July 29, 1941 in Shelby, North Carolina to the late Will John Hill, Sr. and late Lizzie Munford Hill. He was the youngest of six children. His brothers James and John and his sisters Bessie and Senora preceded him in death. At a very young age his father passed away. The family relocated to Cincinnati, Ohio to be closer to other relatives and to pursue a better life. Being the youngest child, Fred was very close to his mother. Fred had fond memories of his early childhood days at Dyer School, Bloom School, and Porter School in the West End and of course, the 9th Street Y. Making friends was an attribute that came easily for Fred. He maintained contact with some of those friends and classmates until the end of his life. Fred entered Robert A. Taft High School graduating in 1959. He developed a deep relationship with many of his teachers that continued throughout his life. While at Taft, Fred met and later married Eula Cooley who preceded him in death in 2000. Two sons, Christian Senghor and Duncan Kenyatte, were born to this union. Fred was drafted into the Army during the Vietnam era and served in Germany. After the military, he came home to work at Kebblers and the Milling Machine. Fred took advantage of his military benefits and entered evening college at the University of Cincinnati earning a Bachelor of Science Degree in Industrial Engineering that afforded him employment at General Electric and Proctor & Gamble. Later he was employed by The Community Action Agency and Cincinnati Public Schools where he worked at Taft High School in the Excel Mentoring Program as a mentor/Youth Advocate for the Cincinnati Youth Collaborative. This premiere Program was considered one of the White House points of light. While in that Program, the school was visited by former President of the United States George Bush. Fred had a picture taken of himself with the President which he proudly kept on display. Fred was an active member of a progressive, entrepreneurial social club, The Ambassadors-New Breed bringing popular recording artists to the city. Fred had assumed the responsibility as President of the Robert A. Taft High School Alumni Association, Inc. for more than four decades, demonstrating a deep concern and dedication to the students and staff of the school. He had been instrumental in developing and updating mailing lists and email lists, organizing all-class reunions, fundraisers, contributing, collecting and distributing Thanksgiving baskets to needy families at the school, trips, organizing black college tours, breakfasts, and luncheons to build camaraderie and support for the school. Fred often expressed, "Some guys go fishing, bowl, or play golf, and I work with Taft alumni and the school." This was his passion. He also participated in many community organizations and most recently in the Taft High School Athletic Hall of Fame. Fred received awards and citations for community volunteer work. Many friends looked forward to Fred's annual July cook-outs which he hosted at his home. Fred accepted Christ at an early age. Later in life, Fred was a devoted charter member of NewSong Ministries under the Pastorate of Rev. G. Alan Johnson. He developed a relationship with the Lord and enjoyed participating in church services and activities, especially Wednesday night bible study. Fred enrolled and graduated as a member of the inaugural volunteer class at the Underground Railroad Freedom Center. There he volunteered as a docent in the "slave pen" and in the Genealogy department. He helped many people find their "roots." In retirement, Fred was a diligent volunteer in several other activities until his health began to fail. Fred's purpose in this life was fulfilled on July 19, 2016 at the Cleveland Clinic in Cleveland, Ohio. Fond memories will be forever cherished by his dear sons Christian (Dena) Hill of Cincinnati, Ohio and Duncan Hill of Atlanta, Georgia, his sister Odessa Lee of Cincinnati, Ohio, his sister-in-law Mary (James) of Cincinnati, Ohio, a host of nieces, nephews, great-nieces and nephews, and other relatives, a special friend and companion, Marcia J. Allen, a God-daughter, Shelby Jackson, extended families of endearing friends, the Taft Alumni family and his NewSong Ministries family. Visitation is from 10:00 am until 12:00 pm, on Friday, July 29, 2016, at the Greater New Light Baptist Church, 710 N. Fred Shuttlesworth Circle, Cincinnati (45229). The funeral service will immediately follow the visitation beginning at 12:00 pm. Interment will follow Spring Grove Cemetery in Cincinnati, Ohio. To share a memory of Fred or leave a special message for the Hill family, please click the Share Button below. Walker Funeral Home of Cincinnati is serving the Hill family. TO VIEW / PRINT / DOWNLOAD FUNERAL PROGRAM https://www.scribd.com/document/319626017/Fred-Hill

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