Miriam Demelza Hill, 68, affectionately known as “Kim” was called to her heavenly home on Friday, January 17, 2025. She was a native of Portsmouth, Virginia, and was the daughter of the late William Hill and Rose Flemings.
Miriam was a graduate of the I.C. Norcom High School class of 1973. The graduating class is known as “The Class That Never Was—Is.” She received her Bachelor of Arts in Social Welfare from Virginia State University in 1977. Miriam participated in many organizations at VSU. She joined and was a proud member of the Alpha Zeta Chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. She later joined the Delta Beta Sigma (Norfolk Alumnae) Chapter. She was also a member of the Moddis Phi Moddis, VSU Gospel Choir, Pan Hellenic Council, Social Organization Council, and Alpha Kappa Delta.
Miriam served many years as a probation officer; later, earning the title of and retiring as Deputy Chief of Probation and Parole for the city of Virginia Beach. Miriam was highly respected in her field and was proud to work alongside police officers whom she affectionately referred to as “her boys in blue.” Miriam developed and maintained many professional relationships and lasting friendships.
She was a fierce advocate and lover of dogs. She loved her furry friends and they loved her in return.
Miriam leaves to cherish her wonderful memories, Goddaughter/Caregiver, Lugonda Vann, Childhood Friend/Caregiver, Glyndell Griggs, Grand Goddaugther/Caregiver, Alivia Vann, Stepmother, Louise Mitchell, a dear and close friend Percell Anderson, Sisters of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. and a host of other relatives and friends. She had an unforgettable smile that would brighten your day and illuminate a room. May her smile and her sweet spirit be remembered forever.
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Lugonda Vann says
January 22, 2025 at 4:32 pmYou will be forever missed but always in my heart. I love you girl!!!
From, Your Godbaby Lugonda
Vanessa Haskins says
January 24, 2025 at 10:04 pmThank you for everything ❤️
Vanessa Haskins says
January 24, 2025 at 10:05 pmMy heart is broken.
Alivia Vann says
January 22, 2025 at 4:35 pmI miss you Miss Kim. You were my ice cream partner. I’m going to miss our laughs. Until we meet again. I love you!
From, Alivia
Orlena Lewis says
January 22, 2025 at 7:47 pmMy condolences to the family and friends of Miriam, you are missed already but will forever be in our hearts… a devoted Greyhound….gone on to be with the Lord!!!
Cecelia Norwood says
January 24, 2025 at 4:34 pmI have known Kim foe the majority of my life. She always had a beautiful spirit. She loved up on me like I was her little sister. I’m going to miss that “sunshine smile” that lit up a room, when you walked in. You will be forever missed but not forgotten. Love you always…your friend Ceil
Cecelia Norwood says
January 24, 2025 at 4:34 pmI have known Kim for the majority of my life. She always had a beautiful spirit. She loved up on me like I was her little sister. I’m going to miss that “sunshine smile” that lit up a room, when you walked in. You will be forever missed but not forgotten. Love you always…your friend Ceil
Nat Wilson says
January 25, 2025 at 9:56 amKim, your light will continue to shine in our hearts. Rest easy my sister.
Annette Allgood says
January 25, 2025 at 10:41 amMiriam, I can still hear your voice, and I’ll forever hold you in my heart.
Thank you for loving me.
Rhonda Lambert says
January 25, 2025 at 4:35 pmKim,
Thank you for being my friend. I will cherish your smile, your voice in wisdom & song, and the love you showed to me. Rest beautiful soul!
Until we meet again, Peace! 🧡💙💛
Dana ‘Moody’ Harris ♥️🙏🏽♥️ says
January 27, 2025 at 12:42 pmMy sincere thoughts and prayers are extended to the family. Kim and I were childhood friends. We lived next door to one another. I am so saddened and will be always cherish our moments together. 🌷🙏🏽🌷
Barbara Cross-Jones says
February 9, 2025 at 10:55 pmMiriam and I were classmates at Brighton Elementary School. Sorry to hear of her passing. She had a beautiful voice and was always loving an caring to all.
My condolences to the Family whom I known will miss her presence.