Sonya Hill
While we are preparing to come together as a class for our 20 year reunion in just a few days, I would like for everyone to keep the family of our classmate Sonya Hill in your hearts and prayers. It is with a heavy heart that I post this news..below is Sonya's obituary, she passed away this Sunday after battling breast cancer. For all that remember her, you know what a sweet and wonderful person she was and that she will be missed by all those that she touched during her 38 years.
Sonya Gayle Payne
On September 2, 2007, Sonya Gayle Hill Payne, age 38, left this life to be with her Lord and Savior. For the last year she fought a valiant fight against breast cancer. Wife, mother, aunt and friend to all, Sonya will be remembered for her radiant smile, always-caring heart and her beautiful curly hair. Sonya was born on February 17, 1969 in Enid, OK. She received her Bachelors degree from Oklahoma Baptist University in 1991. While attending Oklahoma Baptist University she met the love of her life and future husband, Alan, whom she married in 1992. She received her Masters degree from Dallas Baptist University in 1987. She is survived by her husband of 15 years, Alan; and their children, Savannah, Hudson, Katy and Clara. She is also survived by her mother, Nancy Mihura of Earlsboro, Oklahoma. She was preceded in death by her father, Dr. Leon Hill. Alan and the family want to express their sincere appreciation to all the wonderful doctors, nurses, and staff of Texas Oncology for their care during this past year. A special thank you goes to Dr. O'Shaughnessy and Priscilla. Services are 10:00 AM Thursday, September 6, 2007 at Oak Crest Baptist Church in Midlothian. Burial will follow at Midlothian Cemetery. Visitation with the family will be 6-8 PM Wednesday at Midlothian Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Sonya's name to can be made to the Susan G Koman Race For a Cure Foundation. WWW.Komen.com. Arrangements by:, Midlothian Funeral Home W. Randy Hampton, Director 200 E. Ave. E Midlothian, Texas 76065 972-723-9884
Sonya Gayle Payne
On September 2, 2007, Sonya Gayle Hill Payne, age 38, left this life to be with her Lord and Savior. For the last year she fought a valiant fight against breast cancer. Wife, mother, aunt and friend to all, Sonya will be remembered for her radiant smile, always-caring heart and her beautiful curly hair. Sonya was born on February 17, 1969 in Enid, OK. She received her Bachelors degree from Oklahoma Baptist University in 1991. While attending Oklahoma Baptist University she met the love of her life and future husband, Alan, whom she married in 1992. She received her Masters degree from Dallas Baptist University in 1987. She is survived by her husband of 15 years, Alan; and their children, Savannah, Hudson, Katy and Clara. She is also survived by her mother, Nancy Mihura of Earlsboro, Oklahoma. She was preceded in death by her father, Dr. Leon Hill. Alan and the family want to express their sincere appreciation to all the wonderful doctors, nurses, and staff of Texas Oncology for their care during this past year. A special thank you goes to Dr. O'Shaughnessy and Priscilla. Services are 10:00 AM Thursday, September 6, 2007 at Oak Crest Baptist Church in Midlothian. Burial will follow at Midlothian Cemetery. Visitation with the family will be 6-8 PM Wednesday at Midlothian Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Sonya's name to can be made to the Susan G Koman Race For a Cure Foundation. WWW.Komen.com. Arrangements by:, Midlothian Funeral Home W. Randy Hampton, Director 200 E. Ave. E Midlothian, Texas 76065 972-723-9884
5 Comments:
At September 5, 2007 1:07 PM , Jennifer said...
I am so very sad about this and the fact that she had 4 beautiful children who will not get to know the wonderful person we knew.
At September 5, 2007 1:34 PM , Anonymous said...
Just yesterday I was thinking about Sonya and wondered if she was going to attend the reunion. I spoke with her quite a bit after our 10 year and she was among the many who couldn't attend due to having new babies to care for. I hadn't talked with her for a few years and was unaware of her condition. Needless to say the news of her passing was not expected. Sonya was part of the group working at United Westgate during high school and we all had a great time juggling work, school, and our other commitments. Through all this we got to know each other like family and Sonya was one of those people that made it fun to go to work and school. She was a jewel of a person and will be sorely missed by anyone who knew her and anyone she touched in her life. My thoughts are with her family.
Steve Bleakley
At September 7, 2007 7:41 PM , Anonymous said...
It's so very hard to believe that she's gone! Lindy and I represented the class of '87 at Sonya's funeral and her family was grateful. Michael Goss surprised us by showing up at the visitation, as well. (Thank you so much, Michael!)
My life would not have been the same without Sonya's beautiful smile, caring ways, and the fun we had in laughing our way through Jr. High & High School! She has been an amazing friend to me for the past 26 years. I will miss her always! Her family is absolutely precious! Let us never forget Sonya, and let's figure out a way to express to her husband and children what a special friend she was to us all!
Alison (Phillips) Robuck
At September 9, 2007 6:08 PM , Anonymous said...
I'm so sad to hear of Sonyas passing. She was always such a cool person to be around and accepted people for themselves. Never passing judgement. I remember her singing in a talent assembly at Waller and being amazed at her beautiful voice. I'm sorry to hear this sad news.
Paige Jarvis
At September 10, 2007 7:35 PM , Texas Trail Mix said...
My Son,
How precious to know that you did everything you ever set out to do:
Serve God,
Give pride and joy to your friends and family,
Make a happy man of your husband,
Bring wonderful children into the world and love them endlessly.
Still, somehow you managed to leave your mark on each of us even beyond those things. Whether it's your voice that never cracked as you sang like an angel, your lipstick kisses upon our foreheads, you've left lifelong impressions on all who knew and loved you. We will spend our time on earth reminded of your bravery and your calm. We will miss your arms round us, but will be comforted knowing that your heavenly voice sings on.
With love from a kid you first smiled at in 1982,
Lindy
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