Walter Keith Hill

Mr. Walter Keith Hill , of Knoxville, originally from Duff, TN died peacefully at his home in South Knoxville on Saturday, June 24, 2017.  Keith was born on May 30, 1937, to Walter David and Della Blankenship Hill.  Keith grew up in Duff, TN and was a graduate of LaFollette High School.  He served in the U.S. Air Force and then attended and graduated from East Tennessee State University.  He spent much of his work career in finance and vehicle sales.  He was preceded in death by his Parents, Sister, Lucille Hill, and Brother, Harvey Hill.  Keith died holding a deep affection for his family and an unfailing love and trust in his Savior.  He attended New Covenant Fellowship.

He is survived by his wife of 17 years, Lora Rathbone Hill; and Sister, Grace Stout Goins; four Daughters, Kim and Jim Conklin, and their children, Jess and Lauren; Jennifer and Chuck Farmer, and their children, Conlon and Chelsea; Beth Ann and Phil Fendly, and their children, Kristopher and Casey; Melanie and James Likos, and their children, Kenlee and Parker; Nephew, David Stout; Nieces, Gail Herrin, Karen Miller, Katrina Laster, and Emily White.  A heartfelt thanks to close friend and caregiver, Marilyn Hembree.

Funeral Services Tuesday, June 27, 2017, 2 P.M. at Walters Funeral Home Chapel in LaFollette, TN with Don Arnurius and Larry King officiating.  Interment to follow at Woodlawn Cemetery in LaFollette. The family will receive friends from 12 to 2 P.M. before services.  In lieu of flowers, please donate to U. T. Medical Center Hospice Services, 4435 Valley View Drive, Suite 104, Knoxville, TN  37917, Phone (865) 544-6222, or a charity of your choice.  Online condolences for Mr. Hill may be made at www.waltersfuneralhome.net.  Walters Funeral Home of LaFollette is honored to be serving the family of Mr. Walter Keith Hill.