Yesterday I found out that my pastor from Richland Baptist passed away while out taking a walk and picking up cans in a church parking lot not too far from his home. Bro. Billy Hill was one of the greatest man I knew. I have so many memories of him from church and out of church. Every single time I came to church he would always take his time to ask everyone how there were doing and ask if they needed anything and catch up what has been going on that week. He always brought a smile to everyone's face and was always handing out big hugs. This world will not be the same without him but I can only hope for myself to strive to live my life to the fullest like Bro. Billy did. Always giving a helping hand, praying for everyone, and being there for us when we needed someone the most. Not being judging but just listening. I know a lot of people were touched by him and many lives were changed because of him. I found this quote last night and it has helped me a little through Bro. Billy passing and I hope this might help a little with someone else.
Don't grieve for me, for now I'm free. I'm following the path God laid for me. I took His hand when I heard Him call; I turned my back and left it all. I could not stay another day, to laugh, to love, to work or play. Tasks left undone, must stay that way; I found that peace at close of day. If my parting has left a void, then fill it with remembered joy. A friendship shared, a laugh; a kiss.. ah yess these things I too will miss. Be not burdened with times of sorrow. I wish you sunshine for tomorrow. My life's been full, I savored much; good friends, good times, a loved one's touch. Perhaps my time seemed all to brief, don't lengthen it with undue grief. Lift up your heart and share with me, God wanted me now, he set me free.
Still can't believe that Bro. Billy is gone but i know he is in a better place and will always be watching over us just like he has in the past. Can't wait till I see your smiling face again and get a big ole bear hug from you!
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