James Richard Hill, of Jacksonville, Florida, aged 83, passed away April 1, 2022, at Baptist South Center Community Hospice. Born on May 16, 1938, in Waterloo, Iowa, Jim and his identical mirror twin, Gene, enjoyed spending their summers as youths on their grandparent's farm in Iowa.

Receiving his undergraduate degree from Baylor University, Jim went on to further his studies at Brigham Young University where he earned his master's degree in Musicology. For twelve years, Jim was a music professor, with his last teaching position being at Biola University in Los Angeles, California.

After moving to North Florida, Jim became a soybean farmer for many years. Continuing his education in Florida, he studied horticulture at Florida State University, eventually being employed as a Master Gardener at Disney World in Orlando. Employed at Disney for 25 years, Jim received a perfect attendance award, never missing a day of work.

While living in Orlando, Jim met his wife, Jacqueline. The couple loved traveling and exploring new cultures, making multiple trips to Europe and Canada. Jim and Jackie also enjoyed week-ends in different parts of Florida, attending festivals, musical concerts and plays.

A member of First Baptist Church in Orlando, Jim played the trombone in the church orchestra for many years. Believing in community service, Jim was a 52-gallon blood donor over his lifetime. A loving husband, Jim will be greatly missed by his family and friends.

Surviving Jim is his wife, Jacqueline; twin brother, Gene Hill (Eleanor) of Austin, TX; and nephews, Michael (Janna) Hill and Jeffrey (Audrey) Hill; and niece, Julie (Ed) Veeser.

Graveside services will be conducted at 11:00 AM, Friday, April 8,2022, at Fruitland Township Cemetery in Muskegon, Michigan.

Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service, White Lake Chapel, is in charge of arrangements.

www.beaconfh.com