Hilion Ann Chambers

Hilion Ann Chambers entered the world on Tuesday, July 21, 1936 to Daisy Dunbar and Otho Guy in Tylertown, Mississippi. Hilion was raised by Velma and Burley Dillion in Tylertown. She was the oldest of four children, Artis Ball (deceased), William Dunbar(deceased) and Betty Rose Williams. She went to Walthall county school (K-12), after graduating she moved to New Orleans, LA and attended Dillard University. In 1959 she moved to Houston with first husband, Lafayette Magee and in that union, her three children; Yulonda Renne’, Kimberly Denise and David Lafayette were created. Later in life, she met Willie Fred Chambers and they were married for 34 years until he proceeded her in death in January 2020.

Hilion’s biggest passion was caring for children. For many years she was a Director at Missouri City Academy and also worked for Mt. Zion Christian School. She then transitioned to Houston Police Department and was a clerk for HPD’s uniform supply where she retired. Shortly after retiring, she focused on spending time with her grandchildren and being an active member of the Mt. Zion Pathfinders Senior group. With this group she was able to travel with her husband and friends.

Hilion’s memory is celebrated by many family and friends who will miss her dearly, her children Yulonda, Kimberly (Fredrick), David (Kimberly), Alfred (Shonda), Theresa and Joyce Ann(deceased). Grandchildren; Sade, Ariel, Brittany, Brandon, Alexises, Vincent, Latrice, Robert, Jacqueline & LaTonya. Along with a host of cousins, and friends.

Hilion was a family focused, God-fearing, quiet spirited woman who always showed kindness and never met a stranger. Always offering her last to people and an invitation to her house for some good food. We know she was greeted at heavens’ gates by The Lord, her husband and all of the loved ones that made it to heaven before her.