James D. Hill, age 69, long time area resident of New Egypt, formerly of Freehold, passed away on Sunday, May 15, 2022 at home. He was born in December of 1952 in Neptune to the late Phillip and Rosemary Hill. James graduated from Freehold High School in 1972. He proudly served in the United States Air Force for 6 years as a Ground Radio Comm. Specialist mostly serving in Spain. He worked as a Technician for Monmouth County Buildings and Grounds and the Bridge Dept. for 28 years. James enjoyed listening to music (loudly) and playing harmonica (badly.) Many of his hobbies involved building technology using his knowledge as an electrician. He enjoyed using his 3D printer to make things for his grandchildren. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, uncle, and friend that will be deeply missed. James is predeceased by his parents, Phillip R. and Rosemary Hill, and siblings Kathleen Thompson and Phillip Hill Jr. He leaves behind his beloved wife of 39 years, Patricia Hill of New Egypt; his three daughters, Kimberly Hill and Sean Sullivan of New Egypt, Christa Hill and RJ Malloy of Wrightstown, and Brittany Hill of New Egypt; his three grandchildren, Zoey, Liam, and Emily; and several nieces and nephews.