Larry James Hill, age 84, passed away on Friday, July 12, 2024, at Isabella County Medical Care Facility in Mt. Pleasant. He was born in Lakeview on June 19, 1940, the son of Orville and Beulah (Racer) Hill. Larry was raised in the Lakeview area, graduating with the Class of 1959. He was employed by Federal Mogul in Greenville as a hilo operator and truck driver for 40 years before his retirement. Larry married the love of his life, Carol Ann Thurston on September 4, 1965, in Howard City. They were married for 58 years and had 3 beautiful children together. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, golfing, gardening and anything that found him outdoors. He loved caring for his yard, making sure it was perfectly manicured. Larry will be remembered as a hardworking man that cared deeply for his family.

Larry is survived by his wife, Carol Hill of Lakeview; 3 children, Teresa (Terry) McKenna of Mt. Pleasant, Missy (Chuck) Lau of Edmore, Jim (Laura) Hill of Lakeview; 10 grandchildren, Brendan (Alicia) McKenna, Erin (Gaylon) Koutz, Megan (Curtis) Albrecht, Ryanne McKenna (Allan), Katelyn (Ben) Lohrer, Allison Lau (Brandon), Chelsea (Andrew) Hall, Alleigh Lint (Kobe), Jaidyn Hill, Braxton Hill; 13 great-grandchildren, Sophia, Henry, Mason, Madison, Beau, Brady, Abigail, Olivia, Ryker, Kolton, Atlas, Brayden, Payton; sister, Susie (Dick) Root of Lakeview.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Orville and Beulah.

A celebration of Larry’s life will be at 1:00 PM on Monday, July 22, 2024, at Brigham Funeral Chapel in Lakeview with Pastor Dave Hansen officiating. The family will greet friends for visitation from 11:00 AM until the time of service at the chapel.