December 27, 2025, 76, Goldsboro – Donna Harrell Hill, 67, of Goldsboro passed away Saturday, December 27, 2025 at her home.
Donna was born in Wayne County on July 10, 1958. She retired after many dedicated years of service with UPS. Most of all, she was a loving mother and will be remembered as putting her family first in life. She will be deeply missed by her family and friends.
She is survived by her mother, Flora Mae Harrell of Grantham; her loving son, Jonathan Rudy Hill and wife, Kay Smythe of Goldsboro; one grandchild on the way and her beloved Yorkie, Ice T.
Donna was preceded in death by her father, William Franklin “Shorty” Harrell and her loving husband of 36 years, Simon Rudy Hill.
Visitation will be held Tuesday evening, December 30, 2025 from 6 until 7:30 p.m. at Howell Funeral Home & Crematory in Goldsboro.
The family is in the care of Howell Funeral Home & Crematory in Goldsboro.






