Ann Harrell Hill

Published 5:59 pm Tuesday, January 31, 2017

Ann Harrell Hill, 82, of 202 Washington Harbor, Washington, died Sunday, January 29, 2017, at Vidant Beaufort Hospital.

A memorial service will be held at 2:00pm Wednesday at St. Peter’s Episcopal Church (Washington) with Jim Reed officiating. A reception will be held immediately following the service at All Saint’s Hall. The family also received friends at Ann’s home, 202 Washington Harbor, Washington, NC 27889 from 5-8pm on Tuesday, January 31.

Ann was born in Chocowinity, the daughter of the late Otha and Elizabeth Taylor. Ann leaves behind to cherish her memory, daughter, Bess Harrell Chandler of Washington; grandsons Joshua and Matthew Chandler; granddaughter Brittany Harrell; stepdaughter Marcy Dunn; stepson John Hill; step-grandchildren Kevin (Debbie) Clancy, Christine Henderson, Laura (Bryon) Muhlenbruch, Katie Gough, Avery Macintosh; and step-grandchildren Kylee Clancy, James Henderson and Brinn Muhlenbruch,

Preceded in death by her parents, sister Lib Hill, husband of 29 years and father of her children Jonas Harrell, second husband Captain John C. Hill, son Britt Harrell, and stepdaughter Holly Hill.

Ann graduated from East Carolina University with a Social Work degree, and taught at Chocowinity High School (CHS) before accepting a social work position at Beaufort County Department of Social Service. Her leadership qualities were quickly noticed and she was appointed as director of social services, a position she held for over 20 years. Following retirement from Beaufort County, Ann worked for the department of Health and Human Services NC. Ann was a lifelong Episcopalian and an active member of St. Peter’s Episcopal Church. She sang in the choir, and was the coordinator of prayer teams and a lay Eucharistic minister. While serving on the vestry, Ann was honored to serve as the first female Sr. Warden.

Over the past year, Ann was a volunteer at Ruth’s House in keeping with her lifelong work in human services. She was a loving mother, grandmother and friend.

She leaves a legacy of love, kindness and selflessness. Her faith was always evident to others, even through her last moments.

In lieu of memorials, contributions may be made to Ruth’s House, 228 W. Main St., Washington, NC 27889 or St. Peter’s Building Fund, 101 N. Bonner St., Washington, NC 27889. Hillside Funeral Service & Cremations, 4500 Hwy 264 E, Washington, has been given the honor of being entrusted with serving the Hill family.