December 29, 1953 – January 30, 2022
On Sunday, January 30th, Marshall Franklin Hill Jr. passed away peacefully in his home. Marshall was born December 29, 1953 to Marshall Franklin Hill Sr. and Birdie Ann Cooper in El Paso, TX. A longtime resident of El Paso, Marshall met his wife Charlotte Jean Hamlett in 1974. Marshall and Charlotte were married in 1977, and had two children, Heather Ann Hill, and Aaron Marshall Hill. As a husband and father, Marshall loved his family above all else, always supporting each of them in everything that they did and worked hard to give them a life without unnecessary hardship.
After graduating from Irvin High School in 1972, Marshall went to work for the El Paso Electric Company. A man of many hats (both literally and figuratively) Marshall worked as a welder, mechanic, and eventually worked his way to upper management during his 27-year tenure at El Paso Electric. He also played on the company golf team and served as union president for a time. In 2001, Marshall and his family moved to Friendswood, TX where he worked for Calpine, continuing his career in energy management.
Marshall was a true renaissance man, who would immerse himself in all his interests. He never did anything halfway, his hobbies included: golf, racquet sports, cycling, kayaking, boxing, fishing, cooking, shooting, and bird watching. In El Paso, he became interested in astronomy and began collecting telescopes, eventually building an observatory in the family back yard to watch and photograph the stars. It was during this time that he won 1st place in a photography competition hosted by the El Paso Herald-Post. His photo of the moon was later published in the paper. Having a lifelong love for music, he played & collected instruments including guitar, mandolin, and fiddle. Marshall loved mountain biking with his son and regularly volunteered to build and maintain bike trails in Franklin Mountain State Park. Marshall also volunteered as a referee for his daughter’s soccer league.
Marshall is survived by his wife Charlotte, his daughter Heather, his son Aaron, his mother Birdie Fioretti, his brother David Hill, his brother Thomas Fioretti, and his sister Linda Carter.
A memorial service for Marshall will be held at the Jeter Funeral Home – 311 North Friendswood Drive, Friendswood, Texas 77546 – on Saturday, February 12th at 11:00am
16 thoughts on “Marshall Franklin Hill, Jr.”
Marshall was a customer of mind, got to know him over the years at Calpine. Couldn’t help but like him. I haven’t seen him being retired my self in several years but think of him often. My condolences to the family My condolences to the family. Jack Robbins
Marshall was a customer of mine for a long time. He was a good and kind man. He will be missed.
I new Marshall at Calpine. A friend and the kind of guy that would help anyone. He will be missed.
He was a long time customer of my barbershop he always had a interesting story to tell. So sorry for your loss.
Marshall was my supervisor at Calpine for several years. He was very knowledgeable, organized and had a good attitude. His flat top haircuts were always perfect. Marshall was always there when you needed him. He was a great guy to work with.
My condolences to the family,
Arlon Cauthen
I met Marshall when he worked with Calpine. I always remember how he treated us. Without a doubt, one of the classiest men I've ever known.
My condolences to his family and all his friends.
Luis Garza
I met Marshall in 1977 where I worked with him at El Paso Electric Newman Power Plant. I will always remember Marshall as being one of the most detailed and thorough Journeyman Mechanic. Marshall was a good friend and will be truly missed. My deepest condolences to the family. Gus Arellano
My condolences to the family. What a great person and friend. I worked with him at El Paso Electric for several years, and yes always a perfectionist. Rest In Peace my dear friend.
Carlos (Charlie) Lujan
I worked with Marshall for several years at Calpine. He was a great man. I really enjoyed working with him. I learned a lot from Marshall. My condolences to the family.
We were so sad to hear this news. Our deepest condolences and prayers for Charlotte and the family. Sincerely, Scott, Erin, Jacy and Jake MacKenzie
Marshall was a great team player and friend. I was sorry to see him leave El Paso Electric. My condolences to Charlotte, Heather and Aaron.
Marshall and I started to work the same week at EPE in 1974 and were the same age. His wife and mine were best friends, as were he and I. We were all were married and had babies in practically the same year. Marshall excelled in everything, both his duties and hobbies. I looked up to him in every way.
I am devastated by his passing, as is everyone.
My sincere condolences to Charlotte and his family.
My sympathy to all who love Marshall. I graduated with Linda in 1975. Billie Morriss Johnson
Charlotte,
I’m sorry to hear about the passing of your husband. I will keep you and your family in my prayers. May God give you peace and comfort during this most difficult time.
I knew Marshall from the beginnings of Draft Horse in Houston, TX. I grew to know him better through Aaron's stories. He was a sweet a kind man. I admired his never ending love and support for his family. He will be missed greatly and may prayers and the most sincere condolences be with his family.
I was so very saddened to hear this news. The world was a better place with him in it, and a lesser place with him gone. He was kind, strong, faithful and a friend to everyone. It was many, many years ago when I last saw him, but his photograph brought back many memories. My prayers are with his wife and family.