Clifton G. Hill, age 94, of Gonzales, Louisiana, passed away peacefully on November 7, 2026. He was born on September 16, 1932, on Utila bay Islands, Honduras. Clifton was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and great-great-grandfather. He leaves behind a beautiful legacy of love, family, and cherished memories that will continue through the many generations of loved ones he leaves behind. He was blessed with a large and loving family who brought him joy throughout his life.
Clifton is survived by his loving wife, Elizabeth Cooper Hill; his children, Ethlyn Hazel Hager, Clifton G. Hill Jr. (Sandra), Kevin Nelson (Betty), Brenda Martin (Joseph), Kirk D. Hill (Grace), Sherry Hill Whitefield (Ronie) and step-children, Jacqueline Cooper Herschmann (Brian). Grandchildren: Heather Hager, Daniel Hager (Jessie), Lyndsey Hager (Josh), Clifton G. Hill III (Kaili), Warren Nelson (Yvette), Brittanie Shillington (Sean), Brianna Young (Jonathon), Daphnie Benoit (Chris), Candice Kennedy (Kris), Elyssa Martin, Hailey Hill, Peyton Hill, Kirk Hill Jr., Izabella Hill, Gwen Bassig, Keith Bassig, Kaitlyn Bergeron (Luke), and Madelyn Whitefield; step-grandchildren: Lilyanna Abbott and Luke Abbott; as well as 21 great-grandchildren and one great-great-granddaughter, all of whom will carry his love and legacy forward.
He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 42 years, Effie Jane Hill; his parents, Ernest and Hazel Hill; his son-in-law, Avery G. Martin; his grandchild, Joshua Hager; his stepson, Charles “Charlie” Cooper III; and his nine siblings.
Clifton built a distinguished career through hard work, knowledge and dedication that advanced him from chief engineer to port engineer and he was highly respected in the marine industry.
Clifton's family was his greatest blessing, and his legacy will live on through every child, grandchild, great-grandchild, and great-great-grandchild. Although he will be deeply missed, the love he shared, the lessons he taught, and the cherished memories he created will remain in the hearts of his family forever.
His life was a blessing, his love was a legacy, and his memory will live on for generations to come.
Family and friends are invited to attend the visitation for Clifton on Monday, November 16, 2026 beginning at 9:00 am at Westside/Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home, 5101 Westbank Expressway in Marrero. Funeral Service will begin at 11:00 am and burial will follow at Westlawn Cemetery in Gretna.
Rest peacefully, Clifton. You will forever be loved and remembered
