Doris "Diane" Hill

Doris Diana Hill (nee Carey) age 72 passed away peacefully on October 13, 2026.

Born on February 22, 1954, in Vicksburg, Mississippi, to the loving union of Clarence and Katie Mae (nee Fuqua)

Known by most simply as Diane, she brought light and laughter to everyone who knew her.

Diane was the cherished 5th of 11 siblings, growing up surrounded by the warmth, deep bonds, and lively spirit of a large family.

Diane attended Cooley High School where she formed lifelong bonds. Namely her high school sweetheart Robert Hill and her Best Friend Christine (Reeves) Dyer

Diane and Robert were united in matrimony in 1973 In Kitsap County, Washington where Robert began his tour of duty in The United States Navy,

To this union, two children were born Eric and Donita.

Dedicated and hardworking, Diane spent more than 25 years with Admiral Security, proudly serving at the City Centre building where her friendly presence, professionalism, knowledge, and warm smile made a lasting impact on residents, colleagues, and visitors alike.

Diane had a vibrant passion for life and loved traveling and spending weekends at the bowling alley. Above all else her family brought her her greatest joy.

She was a deeply loving mother to her children and adored her grandchildren-Kyra, Kendall, Simone and Walter IV-loving them most of all and sharing an exceptionally close and special bond with Simone. Her warmth and generosity made her the heart of her extended family, earning her the cherished title of (Aunt Juicy) everyone’s favorite aunt.

Diane was preceded in death by her husband, her beloved parents and dear siblings: Lois Dean Brown, Martha Ann Weddington, Clarence Jr.,Alex, Ronald, Donald, Carnell and Calvin.

She is survived by her devoted children, her cherished grandchildren, her loving sisters Mary Ann Walker and Dorothy Pierce, her self appointed sister Belinda Evans as well as a vast circle of nieces nephews, extended family members and a lifelong friends who will forever hold her memory near to their hearts.

Diane will be honored at Drake & Son Funeral Home, 5303 N Western Ave, Chicago, Illinois 60625, with a Memorial Gathering on October 25, 2026, from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm, followed by a Celebration of Life Service from 12:00 pm to 1:30 pm, with Pastor Christine Dyer.