Rebecca (Dennis) Hill

Rebecca "Becky" Dennis Hill, 85, of Swainsboro, GA, passed away on August 15, 2024, after an extended illness.

Becky was the daughter of the late Edward Dennis and Elsie Miller Hill. She was born in Hartsville, SC on February 3, 1939, and graduated from Richmond Academy in Augusta, GA. She went on to study at the University of Georgia and graduated from Georgia Southern University with an Early Childhood Education degree. She taught at the primary school for many years. While teaching at the primary school, she and others began an annual Thanksgiving Pilgrimage that is still celebrated at the school today. She went on to further her education, obtaining a Counselor’s degree. She spent many years advising and counseling students at Swainsboro High School. It was always said she raised more children than just her boys. She was active in many clubs and organizations such as DAR, Garden Club, and Delta Kappa Gamma. She has always been very dedicated to her Church.

After retiring, Becky moved back to Augusta, where she was very active at Reid Memorial Presbyterian Church. Reid Memorial has always held a very special place in her heart. She was an Elder and Deacon there. She also served with Stephen Ministries, where she continued to provide counseling and guidance to all who needed it.  She was able to spend a lot of time with her “Grow Up Group” while living in Augusta. She always loved gatherings with family and friends.

Becky, or “Bec,” as the grandchildren fondly named her, always reminded us that she loved God, her family, and helping people. These three things have been evident throughout her life.

Becky was predeceased by her parents; the father of her children, Arthur Richard Daniels, Jr.; her brother-in Law, Robert Elliott McElveen; and a nephew, Robert McElveen Walker.

She is survived by her three sons: Richard Marlow Daniels (Lisa Ricks), Samuel Hill Daniels (Maria), and Edward Hill Daniels (Cathy). Her grandchildren, Rachael Daniels Callaway (Kyle), Richard Blaine Daniels (Emily), Jacob Vaughan Daniels (Jenna), Kaitlyn Suzanne, and Jacob Westbrooks. Her great-grandchildren, Marlowe Elizabeth Daniels, Saige Alexandria Daniels, Richard Blaine Daniels, Jr. and Bethany Ann Henry. Her twin sister, Sarah Hill McElveen (Sally) of Columbia, SC, and Her brother, Edward Dennis Hill (Caroline) of Savannah, GA. She is also survived by four loving nieces and her fur baby, Beau.

The family would like to thank Ralph Cowart, and the staff at Southern Manor in Statesboro, for their excellent care.

Pallbearers will be Henry Terwilliger, Shannon Mason, Tommy Kirby, Brian Key, Owen Bellamy, Jr., Dr. Randy Brown, and David Berry.

Honorary Pallbearers will be Ralph Cowart and the staff at Southern Manor Inn of Statesboro.

Funeral Services will be held at First Methodist Church on Sunday, August 18, 2024, at 3:00 P.M, with Reverend Jim Harrell officiating, assisted by Reverend David Unkles.

The family will receive friends one hour prior to service.

Memorial Service for Augusta friends and family will be at 11:00 A.M., Tuesday, August 20, 2024, at Reid Memorial Presbyterian Church, 2261 Walton Way.

Condolences may be expressed at www.chapmanfhofswainsboro.com.

Chapman Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements for Rebecca "Becky" Dennis Hill, 85, of Swainsboro.