Vaughn Hill Obituary in Steelton at Major H. Winfield Funeral Home

Obituary For Vaughn Hill

Vaughn Gaylord Hill, 69, of Harrisburg, transitioned into eternal life on Wednesday, October 11, 2023, surrounded by family at Harrisburg Hospital.

He was born in Harrisburg to the late Lois J. (Hill) Hodge and the late Mervin J. Hodge, Sr.

The second of 6 children, Vaughn was a gifted in many areas which earned him the nickname “Wizard.” An honor graduate of Harrisburg High School Class of 1973 and lifetime member of the National Honor Society. He earned an Associate Degree in Arts for Business Administration from the Harrisburg Area Community College.

Vaughn served in the United States Army graduating with honors from the US Army Signal School in 1976. He was recognized for Distinguished Service in the Armed Forces at the Presidential inauguration of Jimmy Carter on January 20, 1977.

Jesus said, “It is more blessed to give than receive,” and Vaughn lived according to this principle. He was a cheerful giver. A giver of his time, possessions, money and love. He loved his God first and foremost, his family, friends and neighbors always ready to give a helping hand for any and every need they might have. His many acts of giving included: contributing money to help with funeral expenses; cooking food for the Juneteenth Celebrations in Carlisle, PA; mentoring boys at risk and visiting the sick and hospitalized.

Always impeccably dressed, Vaughn was quite the “the man about town.” He enjoyed spending weekend mornings with his friends at the Broad Street Market and evenings at various social gatherings. Although he was teetotaler, Vaughn loved to dance and mingle with the crowd; doing many DJ shows over the years with his good friend, Red. In addition to the Harrisburg area Vaughn and Red also traveled with Diane Bedford to Chambersburg, Chester, Pittsburgh and North Carolina to perform gigs. Vaughn’s handle was the Jazzman because he played jazz music which he loved.

Vaughn was a member of the Tuesday Birthday Club, the American Legion Post 733 and DVR Entertainment.

A great conversationalist, Vaughn was never at a loss for words. His pleasant and friendly demeanor was welcoming to friends and family and put strangers at ease. His warm-54hearted smile and jovial personality and kind heart will be missed.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two of his brothers, Zachary Hodge and Robert G. Hill. He leaves to mourn his passing his son, Christopher Wilkinson; his sisters, Sharyn Hill-Seffu and Sonya Hodge-Clemons; his brother, Mervin J. Hodge, Jr. (Marian) and a host of nieces, nephews and cousins.

A celebration of Vaughn’s life will be at 11 AM on Friday, October 27, 2023 at the Crossroads Christian Ministries, 350 N. Harrisburg Street, Oberlin, PA preceded by a viewing from 9:30 AM to 11:00 AM and burial in William Howard Day Cemetery.

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Vaughan always kept me up to date on family things and was really a supporter of live music, poetry. nightlife culture and just having a good time. He tutored others in college and was always about helping others get through no matter where they were from. Always on the set clean and pressed. 'll miss him whenever I play in Harrisburg. - cousin kev hurst

My condolences and many prayers to the family.Rest in peace cousin job well done! You have touched many and brought joy to all that encounter you. I always enjoyed dancing with you, and you were always dressed so sharp.J

This one hurt 😢 my 💔. Vaughn was a distinguished gentleman and I always loved 🥰 to get me a dance 💃🏾 🕺🏽 or two, or four lol 😂. Vaughn always shared exceptional advice and he was an exceptional listener never judging but always there to put a smile 😊 or have you rolling on the floor laughing and always dressed to the Nines! Vaughn My Friend I will Truly Miss You 😘 My Dearest Friend of a Lifetime. I Just Know That You're Dancing 🕺🏽 and Rejoicing In Heaven! 💞✝️🙌🏾🤗🎈🦋🌻🫶🏾☝🏾 You Will Truly B Missed!

Vaughan always hung out and supported musicians, poets word artists etc. We were not distant related but family and always talked about family. He knew some history of our uncle that served in WWII younger than my father who also served in Korea. I am really taken aback of his passing away. We had Many more things to do and experience.

Dear Family, Vaughan was a great co-worker in the Comptroller's Office of PA. I retired many 9 years ago and had lost touch with many co-workers. I have good memories of working with him. I hope you have good memories to bring you comfort going forward. Cathy Riordan

My deepest condolences to the family. You will truly be missed brother. Rest peacefully until we all meet again. Nettie Walton

To Vaughn family may the peace of God keep you strong. Vaughan was special I enjoyed him over the years. And loved him. Min. Kim Wilkerson, Layton

Sending my deepest condolences to the family of Vaughn......I met him back in the day and we use to stay on that dance floor. Vaughn always liked to dance.....I will never forget our most recent conversations and the laughs. Rest Easy my friend. ....Robin Anderson

My condolences to the friends and family of Vaughn Hill. I worked with Vaughn at my first "real" job converting paper records to electronic records for the Dept. Of Welfare through a temporary agency. He was an awesome co-worker. When I started going out I got to see him do his thing on the dance floor. Awesome and he was such a gentleman. May his memory be a blessing. Sincerely ~ Marian Blackston

My condolences to the family and friends of Vaughn.
Emmett Green

Emmett Green

My heartfelt condolences to family and friends. I will miss seeing, taking and dancing with Vaughn at events, or wherever I ran into him. Him will always remember that smile, his kindness ans smooth dancing. Rest in sweet peace.

Sending my condolences to the family. May you find peace and comfort in knowing the lord timing is not ours and he was ready to bring your loved one home with him. RIH Vaughn.

Vaughn was one of those people who you were always happy to see. You can't say that about everybody. He was a blessing to all who knew and loved him. I will miss seeing him at Strawberry Square where I would run into him all the time. We always had fun sharing stories of our childhood growing up in Carlisle. I will miss you Vaughn. Rest in heaven. Theresa Johnson Mack

Always a smile on his face, his style and love for dancing, Vaughn truly you will be missed.

Rest in Heaven Vaughn

My condolences to your family. Because of your kindness, sense of style and your sense of humor you will be missed greatly. Rest in peace my friend.

Our condolences goes out to the family and friends of Vaughn Hill. May you have rest in peace. 🕊️You will truly be missed! 🌹 Joan and JoAnn

WITH DEEPEST SYMPATHY OUR PRAYERS GO UP TO THE FAMILY OF VAUGHN HILL..🙏
BEN SMITH & BARB SMITH

Vaughn,you were always the best dancer and had a vibe like no other. Rest softly, my friend.

Rest and Heaven, you will be truly misses

Larry and Audrey McClain lit a candle!

With deepest sympathy to all the family on the passing of Vaughn he will be sadly missed always God bless you all💛💚 Chichi

Lucille Ray, Lit a candle in Vaughn's memory

Danced your way into Heaven. You will be missed by the masses. Deepest Condolences to your love ones, friends and family 🙏🏼 Celeste Middleton

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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