Robert Mason Hill, 73, of Savannah, died Wednesday, January 13, 2021, at Shady Lawn Nursing Home in Savannah.

Robert was born on July 16, 1947, in Excelsior Springs, the son of Wilson D. and Betty Jean (Rodgers) Hill.

Survivors include: three daughters: Andrea (John) Francis of Lee's Summit, Caroline (Dan) Reneau of Lee's Summit, and Victoria (Javan) Johnson of Excelsior Springs; grandchildren: Lydia Francis, Madeline Francis, Tallulah Francis, Phinehas Reneau, Ezra Reneau, Ruby Reneau, Emersyn Johnson, Javan Johnson, and one on the way.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Robert graduated from Richmond High School in 1965. He then received his B.A. from the University of Missouri in 1969. Bob would then graduate with the degree of Juris Doctor from the University of Missouri Law School in 1971.  After taking the Missouri Law School Bar Examination and receiving the prestigious honor of Order of the Coif for being one of the highest-ranking members of his class, he moved back home to Richmond, Missouri to join his father's law practice, Hill & Hill, Attorneys-At-Law.  Through the years Bob was involved in several organizations. He served as Kiwanis Club President, member of the Ray County Bar Association, Attorney for the city of Richmond, Deacon and Ruling Elder of the Presbyterian Church, and member of the Masonic Lodge. He loved theater and participated in several productions at the Farris Theater in Richmond.

The family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Farris Theatre in Richmond.  They can be left at or mailed to Thurman Funeral Home, 507 East Main Street-P.O. Box 190, Richmond, MO 64085.

Visitation with memorial services will be held on Saturday, January 30, 2021, at Thurman Funeral Home in Richmond, with visitation beginning at 10:30 A.M., with services to follow at 11:00 A.M.  Inurnment will be held in Richmond Memory Gardens.  Masks are required to attend all services.  Please remember to share your memories of Robert with the family by visiting www.thurmanfuneralhome.com .