Mr. Derek "DP" Lamont Hill

June 28, 1972 - September 1, 2019

Mr. Derek “DP” Lamont Hill, 47, of Peoria, IL transitioned from this life to his heavenly home at 11:53 AM on Sunday, September 1, 2019 at OSF St. Francis Medical Center ER. Derek was born on June 28, 1972 in Peoria, IL to Charlie Hill, Jr., and Wilhermina Dickson. He was educated in District 150 schools and a 1991 graduate of Manual High School where he played basketball. Derek worked for Community Workshop and Training Center as the janitorial supervisor for over 25 years. He also worked part-time at Dunlap School District for many years. Derek truly loved his family including the love of his life and companion Patricia Chaney. He had a passion for music and cars. Derek leaves to cherish his most precious memory his son, Christopher Dickson of Peoria; loving companion of 18 years, Patricia Chaney of Peoria; his mother, Wilhermina (Dallas) Terry of Peoria; his brothers, Deondra (Renee) Dickson and Quincy Proctor both of Peoria; sisters, Tawanda and Shayla Henry both of Chicago and Christy Hill of Louisville, KY; his maternal grandmother, Thelma Purnell of Peoria; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He is preceded in death by his father, Charlie Hill, Jr., his grandmother. Funeral services will be held at 10 AM on Saturday, September 7, 2019 at the Greater City of Refuge Cathedral of Worship with a visitation at 9 AM. Host Pastor Bishop Timothy Criss. Vice Chief Bishop Leroy Smith, Pastor of the Church of the Living God, will bring the eulogy. Derek will be laid to rest at Lutheran Cemetery. Simons Mortuary has been entrusted with arrangements. Online condolences may be made at simonsmortuary.com.