Anna Bell Hill

She was born Anna Bell to parents John Phillip and Dellie Mae Snelling in 1931 in Eufaula, Oklahoma. Ann graduated from Le Grand Union High School in 1949 then pursued her love of teaching by graduating from Fresno State in 1953 with a B.A. in Elementary Teaching. She would serve as an educator and councilor for 38 years, impacting the lives of her students at Mitchell Senior in Atwater, CA.

In 1954, Ann married George F. Hill. They created their life in Merced and spent 56 happy years together before his death. Ann was preceded in death by her beloved son Greg. She is survived by her daughter and son in-law Stephanie and Joseph Lang; her brother John Snelling and his wife Diana; granddaughters Dana and partner Mason, Kaitlyn and her husband Subin and great granddaughter Elaine. She is also survived by numerous cousins and friends. Ann was immensely proud of her family and leaves behind beautiful memories.

When Ann wasn’t teaching, she was found traveling the country in their RV, curled up with a book or playing cards with a group of her lifelong friends.

In lieu of flowers, Ann's family is requesting donations to support Hinds Hospice of Merced, 410 W. Main Street, Suite A, Merced, CA 95340, 209-383-3123. We thank Nurse Charity and aide Luis for the wonderful care they provided Ann. The family would also like to extend their gratitude to Carmen and Monica for their compassionate care.