Russell D. Hill

Russell D. Hill

Mr. Russell D. Hill, 59, of Winfield, passed away on Tuesday, Aug. 12, 2025, in the DCH Medical Center. Born on Feb. 5, 1966, in Winfield, Russ was the only son of David and Martha JoNell Sizemore Hill.
He graduated from Winfield City High School in 1984 and went on to live a life of faith and service. Russ was a devoted member of Encounter Church, where he served as pastor for the last two years. He had a passion for sharing the Gospel and serving others. He was employed for the past 20 years with Sunset Manor Nursing Facility as the resident service director. Russ had a deep love for God, his family, his church and the people whose lives crossed his path. Russ could often be found studying his Bible, spending time with his family, cooking, watching Alabama football or a NASCAR race. He also loved collecting and trading guns.
Russ is survived by his wife, Chrissy Hill; his daughters, Kelsey Hill, Macy Merchant (Jesse) and Ally Guin; his grandchildren, Ella Vintson and Ryker Merchant; his father, David Hill and a host of other extended family members and friends.
Russ was preceded in death by his son, Josh Hill and his mother, JoNell Hill.
Funeral services for Russ were held on Aug. 16, 2025, at the Bowen Funeral Home Chapel with burial following in the Antioch Baptist Church Cemetery.

Bowen Funeral Home
981 State Highway 253
Winfield, AL  35594
205-487-4327