Shonda Yvette Hill

We gather to remember and celebrate the life of Shonda Yvette Hill, a loving daughter, devoted partner, cherished family member, and compassionate caregiver. Shonda Yvette Hill was born on December 16, 1989, in Shelbyville, Tennessee, to Ronda Rico and the late Shawn Chris Brinkley. She was educated in the Bedford County school system, attending Shelbyville Central High School, and later completed her education at the Adult Education Center, where she earned her high school equivalency. Shonda had a genuine passion for caring for others, a quality that defined her life. This compassion was especially evident when she lovingly cared for her father during his illness prior to his passing. She carried that same nurturing spirit into her work, serving as both a factory worker and a home health caregiver when her health allowed. Above all else, Shonda treasured time spent with her family. She deeply loved her mother, Ronda, her stepfather, Genero Rico Sorcia, her siblings, aunts, cousins, and the love of her life, Chad Hughes. Shonda was known for her infectious smile, uplifting spirit, and constant laughter. Even while facing health challenges, she refused to let them define her—choosing instead to live life fully and with joy. After a courageous battle, Shonda gained her heavenly wings on January 14, 2026. In addition to her father, Shonda was preceded in death by her beloved son, Ketarrius Hill; her grandparents, James (Mattie) Hill and Zetherine (Charles) Maxwell; her aunts, Mary Harvey, Shirley Gant, Fannie Galindo, Genera Fitzpatrick, and Bobby Ruth Prince; and her uncles, Thomas Young, James Hill Jr., and Jimmy Marti Brinkley. She leaves to cherish her precious memory her loving mother, Ronda (Genero) Rico Sorcia; her fiancé, Chad Hughes; her brothers, Shaun Christopher (Tiffany) Hill, Marquis Green, and Shawnquise Brinkley; her sister, Takiseo Brinkley; her aunts, Dorothy Fisher, Myron Hill, Brenda Allison, Mattie Hill, Janie Hill, Regina (Chris) Hughes, Alma (Ronnie) Holland, Sharon “Sissy” Brinkley, Becky Brinkley, and Yolanda Butler; her uncles, Jerry Brinkley and Jody (Bonnie) Wilson; her great-aunt, Emma Smith; her nephews, Christian and Skylar Hill; and a host of other relatives and dear friends. Shonda Yvette Hill will forever be remembered for her kind heart, resilient spirit, and the love she shared so freely with all who knew her.

Shonda Yvette Hill

December 16, 1989 - January 14, 2026