Andre “POOCHIE” Hill

February 2, 1959 - October 21, 2021

Brother Andre Marcellus Hill “Poochie” Andre began his journey in this world on February 2, 1959. His late parents, Jessie Lee and Annie Bell Hill, preceded him in death. Andre was the 7th child of nine children. He was the father of one son, Keaton Hill (Camille). Andre received his primary education through the Sumter County School System graduating South Sumter High School in 1977. As a graduating honor student, Andre served as president of his class. He furthered his education at the University of Florida, Gainesville. Andre was gainfully employed at Great Southern Wood Preserving in Panasoffkee, Florida where he was recognized as a valued and well-respected employee. The actions of Andre’s daily life clearly revealed he LOVED the LORD. He was a faithful member of Mount Zion Primitive Baptist Church in Bushnell, Florida. Andre leaves to cherish his memory: a Son, Keaton Hill (Camille) of Deltona, Florida; a loving longtime Friend and Companion, Ms. Aaron Peterkin of Leesburg, Florida; Siblings: Beatrice Godfrey (Robert) of Lakeland, Florida, Crosby Hill (Deceased)(Dorothy), Willie Hill (Evelyn) of Bushnell, Florida, Jessie Hill of Bushnell, Florida, Sylvia Hill of Tampa, Florida, James Hill (Deceased), Violet Lyons of Augusta, Georgia, and Daphne Davis of Lake Butler, Florida; and Grandchildren: Spencer Hill and Leileni Hill; and a second Mother, Mary A. Quarterman. Andre will also be remembered by a host of cousins, nephews, nieces, and other family members, as well as many friends and associates throughout the Bushnell and surrounding communities.