Leona Gurley Hill Obituary

The passing of Leona Gurley Hill (Alexandria, Virginia) leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on March 4, 2026 at the age of 88. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Leona Gurley Hill or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.

She was predeceased by: her husband Deacon James H. E. Hill, Sr.; and her children, Elaine Dunn and Johnathan R. Campbell, Jr.. She is survived by: her children, Annie Harmon, Winston Azzam (Rita), Emmett L. Dunn, Suan J. Dunn, Almarie Hill, Marilyn Hill-Goodridge, James Hill (Lynn), Evelyn Mayatu Hill, Leona Freeman (Momolu) and Henry Dubon Hill; her sisters, Amarie Franklin and Jennie Franklin Parson; and her caregiver Margaret Proctor. She is also survived by nieces, nephews, and a host of relatives and friends.