passed away October 31, 2010. He was preceded in death by his wife, Gloria Catalla Hill. He is survived by his children, Gracie Staples, Rufus Hill Jr., Frances Clemons, Felix Hill, Nathan Hill Sr., Elisa Goodrich, and Rita Williams; 18 grandchildren, 57 great and great-great grandchildren, two sisters, two brothers, and a host of nieces and nephews.