Could a hill hold a hero’s story? Here on Gerry Hill, the tale of Gerard E. Hill unfolds. A Boston native, Gerard’s life reached far beyond these city limits, touching the sands of Iraq and the halls of the Pentagon. Gerry Hill stands as a quiet tribute to this local hero, a Lieutenant Colonel in the U.S. Army Reserve who served his country with dedication. While his life ended in Suitland, Maryland, on September 14, 2019, his roots remained firmly planted in Boston. His legacy rests not just in his military achievements, including a Bronze Star, but also in the family he left behind. Parents Jerry and Maxine, his siblings Carl, Rashad, Carla, Lisa, and Ayanna, all felt his loss deeply. He was a father to Eric, Amanda, Darius, Jazmine, and Kaleb, and a grandfather to Ariana, Isaiah, Jaysen, and Cayleb. He shared his life with Frances Thomas. Gerry Hill reminds us that heroes often walk among us, their stories etched not in grand monuments but in the hearts of those they loved. His memory lives on, a testament to a life dedicated to service and family, forever connected to Gerry Hill and his city, Boston.
Rumney Marsh Burial Ground
A chill wind whispers through the aged headstones. This is Rumney Marsh Burial Ground. This historic cemetery dates back to