Ella Hillman Obituary

We announce the death of Ella Hillman of Florence, Alabama, who passed away on June 1, 2026, at the age of 78. Ella will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Ella Hillman to pay them a last tribute.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Fred Armstead and Pearline Armstead; her husband Earnest Hillman; her children, Bradley Armstead and Melodie "Jodie" Armstead; and her siblings, Mary Barnett, Corrine White, Clifford Armstead, Oscar Armstead, Gary Armstead and Donnie Armstead, Sr..

She is survived by: her daughter-in-law Clarissa Armstead; her siblings, Fred Armstead (Stephanie), Margaret Thompson and Bessie Armstead; her grandchildren, LaKedra Armstead, Joshua Simpson (Allie) and Mia Simpson; and her great grandchildren, Aariyah, Heidi, Brady, Fallyn, Avery Kate, Adalynn, Malachi and Londyn. She is also survived by nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family.