Funeral services for Michael Wayne “Mike” Hill, age 54, of Fayetteville, TN, will be held at 2 p.m. on Sunday, November 9, 2025, at Higgins Funeral Home with Bro. Jeremy Ogle officiating. Burial will follow in Lincoln Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 12 p.m. until 2 p.m. on Sunday at the funeral home.
Mike was born on January 5, 1971, in Lincoln County, TN, to Linda Carlisle Hicklen and the late Marlon Wayne Hill. He dedicated much of his life to serving others, both through his career as a Tennessee State Trooper and his years spent as a youth sports referee. In recent years, Mike liked the simple pleasures of life, enjoyed watering and feeding the animals at the farm, and found a new passion for playing golf. He was known for his love of a good bargain, especially when found at Goodwill, and for his joy in cooking and watching UT football. He took great pride in watching his children play sports and cherished those moments most of all. Mike also enjoyed visiting Dr. Trahin, whose friendship and care meant a great deal to him. Whether tending to his yard and flowers or spending time with family and friends, Mike brought kindness, humor, and heart to everything he did.
Mike is survived by his mother, Linda Carlisle Hicklen; children, Josh Hill, Rachel (Eli) Flynn, Gus Hill, and James Hill; brother, Ryan (Samantha) Hill; nieces and nephews, Jacob Hill, Eliza Hill, Rylan Hill, Josh Mulholland, and Rhys Mulholland; aunt, Kandy “Kay” Carlisle; and uncles, David (Lynette) Carlisle and Mack (Christine) Hill; cousins, Lori Hill Orth and Matt( Heather) Hill. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by his sister, Christy Hill.
Memorial donations may be made to Humane Society of Lincoln County, PO Box 37, Fayetteville, TN 37334.
Higgins Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Michael Wayne Hill.
I am so sadden to hear of the loss of Mike. I have known yall for my whole life. Mike was always sweet to me as well as the whole family. It breaks my heart to hear of his loss. My prayers are with yall.
Tiffany Nave Billings
I worked with Mike when he became a trooper. I was his FTO. He was always hard working and a pleasure to work with. So hear about his passing. Many prayers to his family.
im truly sadenned by this ive known mike all my life we played baseball together all the way through baberuth and officiated highschool sports together for many years he was a beautiful person and a great friend my prayers to all the hill family
To family and friends,
My condolences to family and friends of the Hill family.
Mike was an outstanding football player at Lincoln County HS and they gave me the pleasure of coaching Gus before I retired.
I’m very saddened for our loss and he will be truly missed.
Linda and family, we were so sorry to learn about the death of Mike. The loss of your child is devastating. Take care of yourself and breathe. All you have to manage is this minute. Much love to you all. Hold fast.
My condolences to the family 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
We are So Sorry. He was a very Nice Man. God Bless the Family and Friends with Comfort and Peace in the Days to Come.🙏❤️🙏
We just met Mike in August of this year, he has been such a huge help to us on our family farm. Always a smile and a kind word. He worked hard and loved the land and animals. He said it was so peaceful and told us every day how much he enjoyed working with us. Only a few weeks ago, we talked about life and he said he was a man of faith, so I trust he is at peace. Sending our thoughts and prayers to all of his family , children and friends. From The Lioce Family
I am so sorry for your loss praying for the family and friends 🙏🏿
Rest in peace “Mike” Hill
I am so sorry to hear of Mike’s passing.My heart and prayers go out to all his children, mom,family and friends.May God wrap his arms around each of you.
To Mikes Family and friends, I’m so sorry for your loss. My prayers and thoughts for you all.
Linda I’m so very very sorry my prayers r with you may god bless you and bless your heart I love you love kala Gardner
With sincere sympathy to the family
Julie Richardson
Marcella scott
Kandy and Linda and Ryan I’m so sorry to hear about Mike. I know what it’s like to lose a child Linda and it’s just not right. I’m sending all of you thoughts and prayers in the days ahead. God bless you all and if I can help you with anything just let me know. Thinking of you all.
God comfort the family during this very difficult time 🙏❤️. May God put His loving arms around the family
Prayers & Hugs to family 🥰
SO SORRY TO HEAR THIS HEAR THIS JUST TALKED WITH HIM NOT LONG AGO MIKE CHRISTIE MY BROTHER (KEVIN)AND I USED TO PLAY TOGETHER WHEN WERE VERY YOUNG HE WILL B MISSED SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS
Linda I’m so very sorry we are praying for you and your family🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
Linda, Ryan, Josh, Gus, Rachel, James….thinking of you in this difficult time. May God wrap his arms around you. Praying for all.