Obituary of Donna Hill

Donna Mae Hill March 16, 1934 - June 30, 2012 Donna Mae Griffor was born in Wyandotte, Michigan on March 16, 1934. She was the youngest of four children born from the union of the late Joseph Griffor and the late Marvel (Fallowfield) Griffor. She married the love of her life Morris Hill Sr. on November 21, 1960. Together the couple had four children, and Donna took on the responsibility of raising the couple's children as a homemaker. For more than fifty years Donna made her home in the Dundee area before moving to Monroe two years ago. Donna was a very private person, and she didn't like to make waves. She always strived to get along with everyone. Donna was an excellent, caring, loving mother. She was always there for her children and grandchildren and she was willing to lend a helping hand however she could. She was extremely generous and always had an open door to her family. In her spare time, Donna enjoyed studying the Bible, and loved to sing especially Connie Francis songs. Donna Mae Hill age 78 of Monroe passed away at 2:00am, Saturday, June 30, 2012 at her grandsons home. In addition to her parents her passing was preceded by her beloved husband: Morris on May 18, 2003; a daughter: Nancy Thomas on December 20, 2009; a grandson: Todd Prajzner; two brothers: Richard Griffor and Walt Griffor; and one sister: Marie Jennings. To cherish her memory, Donna leaves two daughters: Judith Harmon of Monroe and Patricia (Wayne) Cook of Dundee; one son: Morris (April) Hill Jr. of Mill Creek, Washington; twelve grandchildren: Shawn (Bridgett) Prajzner, Chance Furrow, Holly Furrow, Lonnie Furrow Jr., Kelly Suiter, Frederick (Meredith) Suiter, Angela Suiter, Veronica "Nicki" (Nick) Lopez, Caleb Hill, Whitley Hill, Aaron Thomas, and Ashley (Chris) Carpenter; eleven great grandchildren; and one great-great grandson; No public services are planned and cremation has taken place through Southern Michigan Services in Livonia, Michigan. Merkle Funeral Service, 2442 North Monroe Street (734) 384-5185 has been entrusted with her arrangements. Memorial Donations in lieu of flowers may be made to Grace Hospice. Online guests may leave words of inspiration and comfort, share a photo, or make a donation by visiting www.merklefs.com and then selecting the Online Tributes page. The family wishes to express their heartfelt thanks to Grace Hospice for their compassion and care during Donna's final illness.