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A memorial gathering will be planned later.
Regina “Gina” Gaye Martin-Hill, age 68, of Cisne, Illinois, passed away Wednesday morning, August 13, 2025, at her home.
She was born June 18, 1957, in Salem, the daughter of William Toutant and Erma Louise (Beasley) Martin. She was united in marriage to James Alan Hill on September 15, 2011.
Gina was a woman whose life was stitched together with music, art, and love. From the time she was a young child, she filled every room with music—singing, dancing and playing the piano with a talent that was impossible to ignore. She lent her talents to countless local groups and bands. She gave generously of her time, her talents, and her resources—whether it was to schools, fairs, pageants, talent shows, or churches. When she was involved, she gave her whole heart, and every production had her signature flair.
She had a special gift for making others feel seen and celebrated, especially young artists finding their voice. She was a mother figure to many and affectionately known by some as their “pageant grandma.” To her, family extended far beyond blood.
Our local community wasn’t Broadway or Hollywood, but to her it was, and she definitely earned her star on our “walk of fame.”
Gina is survived by her husband: Jim Hill of Cisne; 3 daughters: Jaime (Brad) Wagner, Kandi (Narayan) Wallis, and Anna Kirima (Tommy Green); daughter by choice and caregiver: Jessica Wood; grandchildren: Madilyn (Tyler) Lewis, Sidney Sullens, Kennedy Sullens, Nicolas Sullens, Mykhia Bushking, Shayleigh Wallis, and Rylee Wallis; great-grandchildren: Sage Lewis and Vivian Sullens; her beloved fur baby, her cat: Burt Reynolds; a brother: Joe (Sue) Martin; and 2 sisters: Judye Martin and Sue Schaufelberger.
She was preceded in passing by her parents; maternal grandparents: William T. and Lula Beasley; paternal grandparents: William and Della Martin; her former husband: Barney Greenwood; a sister: Wylma (George) Lindberg; 2 brothers: William Kenneth Martin and William T. Martin Jr.; and a brother-in-law: Jim Schaufelberger.
A memorial gathering will be planned later. Arrangements are by Frank & Bright Funeral Home in Flora. Memorial donations are suggested to the family to assist with final expenses, and these will be accepted through the funeral home. To share a condolence or memory, visit: www.frankandbright.com
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Rest dear friend. Thanks for the chats. Will miss you.
Prayers for God’s strength and comfort.
So sorry to loose a classmate. Prayers for her family.
Such a sweet lady gone way too soon! Praying for her family and friends.
We spent so much time when we were young together. Music was our joy. You were at my house or I was at yours. Singing in the band together was so much fun. I have so many great memories with you. You will be so missed.
Gina touched a lot of lives over her lifetime. She will be greatly missed. My condolences to her friends and family.
You were my second mom. You will be dearly missed and well remembered.
So sorry for your loss. I have fond memories of her that I will always cherish. We had grown up since Kindergarten at Seminary school and were friends through high school. She was a music talent. Remember sitting in her parent’s home many times listening to her play the piano.
I will miss you dearly my friend, my adopted mom, my adopted grandma for my son. I miss our days at the shop or the calls when we talked for hours. I love you and will always miss you. May you rest in peace and love always.
Of all the things she was passionate about, none more so than her love for her girls and grandchildren. My condolences to all the family.
Nice lady. Prayers foŕ family!
Sending sincere words of condolences to the family. I have many fond and happy memories of Gina from high school years.
Thoughts and prayers.
You will be greatly missed, grew up with her on 7th Street prayers for her family
Rest in peace Gina so many special memories.I know thru the years we seem to go our different ways but still Always kept in touch.Love you m dear friend.
This is so difficult! We were together soon after we were born! Your mom took care of me while mom went to work for a while. Through Sunday Schools and Siminary School! Then Jr High! Band was your world! Your love for music a place to shine! High School was where we all grew into ourselves as adults! We had struggled to stay close with many more new friends! The same after High school! But when we did see each other I always felt the friend vibes like always! Our deepest sympathy to the family!
With love and prayers, David Lewis
So sorry for ur loss . My mother loved her so much she took such good care of her and was her true friend. I loved her so much as well. She sang a special song at moms funeral. I also worked with her . Many prayers for all her family
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