September 25, 2024, 69, Goldsboro —

David John Hill, 69, passed away on Wednesday, September 25, 2024, at UNC Rex Hospital in Raleigh. Born on April 13, 1955, in Wayne County, he was the son of the late Alton and Bertha Lambert Hill.

David is survived by his wife, Norma Hill; sister, Linda Heineman; brother, Glenn “Bill” Hill; his children, Angela Huerta and husband Eddie Huerta, Dana Hill, and wife Stacey Hill; and his grandbabies Olivia Hill, Adeline Hill, and Elliana Huerta.

David was preceded in death by his brother Ted Hill.

David found his passion in life entertaining families and bringing joy and laughter across the globe. He began his career owning 3 Docktor Pet Centers in Eastern, NC. Soon after, he started performing as Rex the Wonder Clown doing public service for the Berkley Civitans Club to help raise money for individuals with disabilities, where he realized he had a gift. He later began performing magic shows as “The Almost Amazing Rex” for parties, schools, daycares, and assisted living centers…whoever needed a little something to brighten their day. David traveled around the world teaching and mentoring others the joy of performing and entertaining individuals. Everyone who knew him said they never saw him without a smile on his face that would liven up any situation. His life motto is “If you can’t have fun, you may as well stay at home”

A service to celebrate David’s life will be held on Monday, September 30, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. in the sanctuary of The First Pentecostal Holiness Church, 1100 The First Church Road, Goldsboro with Pastor Bill Rose and Pastor Danny Rollins officiating. The family will receive friends following the service. To help bring the joy David shared in life, feel free to attend in bright lively colors.

In lieu of flowers, please donate to the Kiwanis Club of Goldsboro in his name.

Services are entrusted to Seymour Funeral Home and Cremation Service.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.seymourfuneralhome.com.