Dr. Gordon Travis Hill, Jr.
January 20, 1947 ~ November 28, 2020
Dr. Gordon Travis Hill, Jr., 73, of San Antonio, was taken to be with the Lord on Saturday, November 28, 2020. Born on January 20, 1947 in Bryan, Texas, he was the son of the late Gordon Travis Hill, Sr. and Thelma Tuttle Hill. Affectionately known as GT, Gordon graduated from Texas A&M University in 1969 with a degree in zoology. He obtained a medical degree from the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio in 1975, and later started his medical practice, North San Antonio Healthcare Associates, in 1978. He was still practicing medicine at his passing. He genuinely loved caring for his patients and was adored by generations of families that he cared for over his 42-year career.
A talented musician, Gordon frequently played guitar with friends. His love of music was a life-long passion that went all the way back to his youth. He frequently spoke fondly of his time in the Texas A&M Singing Cadets and in local bands playing his favorite folk music with his childhood friends. Gordon also had a passion for aviation and logged flights weekly while working towards his pilot’s license.
Gordon’s love of God and family was the cornerstone of his life. He was a passionate believer and enjoyed church fellowship, worship, and studying the Word of God. With his boundless hunger for knowledge, Gordon never stopped reading. He could frequently be found with a thought-provoking Christian book as he examined the world as intended by our Creator. An encourager of faith to those around him, he was a Christ-like example of love to others. He was a devoted husband for 47 years to his beautiful wife, Darlene, and a doting father to his two daughters, Courtney and Kelli. When he wasn’t practicing medicine, GT could be found hauling around twirling and dance bags or escaping to the ski slopes of New Mexico with his family. He loved the outdoors and all of God’s creation, walking regularly with Darlene throughout her battle with Alzheimer’s.
Gordon was adored by his granddaughters. “G-Dad” played the guitar, sang, wrestled, tickled, laughed, walked, and swam with them, usually to the point where their level of energy far outweighed his own. His love for his granddaughters was evident with everything he did. He has been a shining example to both his sons-in-law of what a father’s love should look like.
Dr. Hill was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Annette Darlene Hill, who passed away in July of 2019. He is survived by his loving daughters, Courtney Chamberlain and husband Eric Chamberlain of Roanoke, TX, and Kelli Spence and husband Robert Spence of Oak Harbor, WA; granddaughters Zianna Chamberlain, Shelby Spence, and Charlotte Spence; and his sister, Carol Ann Poston and her husband George Poston of Dallas.
A memorial service will be held at Community Bible Church on Wednesday, December 9th at 12:00 p.m. A burial service will take place on Friday, December 11, 2020 at Oak Hill Cemetery in Lampasas, TX at 12:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Ligonier Ministries, Focus on the Family, or a charity of your choosing.
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Our most sincere condolences to Courtney and Kelli! GT was a great man and such a wonderful physician! I remember how taken he was with you two as little girls. He loved his girls… he would get so tickled by things y’all would do or say! He’d get that big grin and expression, “like what’s a guy gonna do”?! Much love from the Cady family… Stephanie, Byrne, Heather, and Jordan
Dr Hill has been our family doctor since 1988. He helped me through some really tough times in my life. We will miss him greatly. Prayers for his family.
Dr, Gordon Hill was a great and kind Doctor who took care of our family since he first opened his offices many years ago. He shall be missed by many many patients both old and young. RIP….. The Huston’s (Schertz, TX)
G.T. (as I knew him) and I met in September 1965, when we were both freshmen at Texas A&M. We had both been selected as members of the Singing Cadets. Over the next four years, we spent two hours each weekday in rehearsal and countless hours touring and performing around Texas and even to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to appear on the Mike Douglas Show. In the late ’80’s, we rekindled the friendship as well as establishing a professional relationship, as he became our family doctor and continued so until his untimely and tragic death. In all those years and circumstances, I never knew him to be any way other than caring, positive and as true a friend as could be. He will be missed by countless people. My wife and I personally grieve the loss of one of the best people we have ever known in this life. May God bless, strengthen and comfort his family and friends. Paul and Mary Worley
Dr. Hill was our family doctor and friend for the past 30 years. Meg and I, as well as our children, Jeff and Jenn, were devastated to hear of Gordon’s passing. We know the past few years have been hard on him. He loved his daughters, Courtney and Kelly, to very much. Without fail, whenever Meg or I visited the office, we’d get an update on Courtney and Kelly and the grandchildren, his pride and joy. The Bird family was truly blessed to have him as our friend and doctor. Our loss is heaven’s gain.
We first met Dr Hill during an ER hospital visit in the late 1970’s and he has been our family Doctor since that time. He was compassionate, always concerned about us, never rushed, genuinely listened to our issues , encouraged and treated us through some difficult health issues . Discussions usually led to stories about our kids and grandkids, also. We are deeply saddened and so going to miss him. We are truly blessed to have had him in our life. May God wrap his arms around his family and give them comfort and peace. George and Marylee Bartoskewitz
My heart goes out to G.T.’s daughters and his sister, Carol Ann. G.T. was a wonderful man and a wonderful friend to me. He was a part of our singing group, “The Lickin River Singers”, in college and we had the most amazing adventures singing together! His smile could light up the room! He is a forever friend and I know that his faith sustained him when he lost Darlene. He has many friends from Bryan who mourn his loss with his family. May God wrap his arms around you and give you peace. With my sincere love and sympathy, Nancy Hewitt Manford
My condolences go out to Dr Hills family and staff. He not only was a wonderful doctor, but I considered him a friend for 34+ years. He always had time to listen to your worries, and made you feel like you were the only person he had to attend to that day. He will be greatly missed by many. Heaven gained a true angel. RIP Dr Hill. Always, Mary Morris
Dr. Hill took care of our family for over twenty years. He helped to guide me through cancer treatment and watched over our daughter’s childhood, adolescence, and young adulthood. He encouraged my husband to take better care of his mental and physical health. We will miss his friendship and guidance greatly. Robin, Randle, and Stacy Moore
Dr. Hill was my physician for 40 years. He helped me through some difficult times. He was so kind and caring I will miss him
Dr. Hill was such a kind a generous man! He would ALWAYS take time to answer all of my questions and never rushed me. He was one of a kind and will be missed enormously.
We are so very sorry for your loss.
Our deepest sympathy to all the family. With love, Steve, Kathy, Brian, Abby, and Katie Spence
Dr. Hill was my doctor for 35 years. He cared for 4 generations of my family. He literally saved us all throughout the years, especially me. I thank God for bringing him into my life. I shall miss him for the rest of mine. My heart goes out to his loved ones. Peace be with you all.
Dr. Hill was my physician for over 40 years. He will be missed. You have my deepest sympathy.
Dr. Hill was an amazing man. He took care of my parents and I, and my dad is alive today because of his dedication to his patients. Bless his sweet girls as the deal with this loss.
Dr Hill will be missed not only as the best Dr., but also as a wonderful example of caring genuinely for all. I am so very sorry that I did not get to tell him goodbye! I feel so sad that all of his patients did not want him to retire, I wish we would have let him have more time with with his family! I always felt very blessed to have Dr. Hill as my primary physician. There were many times that his tenacity to find an answer to my medical issues probably saved my life! So many wonderful memories! My prayers and condolences to his family, medical partners and friends! GOD BLESS!!
Courtney and Kelli Our most loving condolences go out to you both and your families as we will forever remember your dad as an amazing physician and friend. Forever in our hearts Dr. Hill Love and Prayers to you all. Carlos and Nancy Reyna
Deepest sympathies for his family! I started seeing Dr. Hill when I was 27 years old! That was 45 years ago! He was the nicest, kindest Dr. we ever had! He always had time for you and always ask about the family! My husband and I were in shock when learning of his passing! I just saw him the week before and we were laughing about aging! He will be greatly missed😢 Cheri & John Sweet
My family has been with Dr Hill since opening his practice here in SA. We have never met a more compassionate, caring, knowledgeable doctor. Guiding me through the tuff times of my mother’s cancer, my father’s crippling disease and so many more situations, he was always there with an open mind, open heart and a gentle shoulder to cry on. My entire family is very saddened by his passing but, very honored that we were able to be a part of his journey. He will be truly missed. God Bless you Dr.Hill and your entire family.
Dr Hill has been my doctor since I was a little girl myself. We are just devastated to learn of his passing, but so comforted to read that he loved the Lord. Thank you for sharing this about him. He has created such a legacy in life and knowing that he entered heaven hearing “well done good and faithful servant” means that his legacy will continue in the lives of countless others. While in the 30 plus years that I knew him only as my doctor, he always had a sparkle in his eyes and made me feel like I was his number one priority whenever he entered the room. He always took time to listen and to care. He will be so greatly missed.
My husband & I were patients of Dr Hill for many years. We extend our heartfelt sympathy to the family. We loved him. May your faith ease your pain & your memories bring you joy. Bill& Phyllis Luensmann
Dr. Hill had been our doctor for many years. He was such a caring person. We will really miss him but we know he is an angel now. Dr. Hill, thank you for never making us feel insignificant or rushing us through my appointments. You are a one of a kind physician. We will miss our conversations about music and playing guitar. We were blessed to know you. Our deepest sympathy to the family. — Cathy Ruiz and Melody Ackerman
Dr. Hill helped us raised our two children and he took care of our Dad and Mom and us. He was so understanding and loving to our family. May God be with his children at their time of loss. They do not have Doctors like him any more. Kenneth and Gail Neal
Dr. Hill has been my primary physician for over 40 years. He was always so kind and caring. He will be missed.
My condolences to the family of Dr. Hill. He was my physician and I felt a friend for many, many years. His kindly, compassionate approach to health care will be greatly missed. His cheerful, pleasant personality cannot be replaced. I might find another doctor, but there will never be another Dr. Hill. I am sad over his passing, but most happy our paths crossed in this life. Wonderful man who genuinely made a difference in this world and made this world a better place. R. W. Graham, San Antonio
My wife and I send our deepest condolences as we are saddened by the death of Gordon Hill. During an appointment just a few days before his death, Gordon and I reflected on the past and discussed how my wife and I had been new patients when he was just starting his medical practice. As always, being the dedicated patient-centered doctor, he gave me and my concerns his full and focused attention. He was a true blessing to his family, friends, and patients. (On reading the comments from others, my wife realized that she probably saw and heard Gordon when he performed as a member of the Singing Cadets in 1966 or 1967 in San Antonio.) Ted and Carolyn Halatin
Dr. Hill was like a family member to us. He always took his time, during an office visit with any one of the four of us. He never rushed, and the last thing he always said, was, “Is there anything else?”, in order to make sure everything had been taken care of. There are a couple times he was instrumental in saving my life, by getting me in, immediately, from an office visit with him, to a specialist and hospital, all in one morning. We were very sad to hear of his passing. He will be greatly missed. The world was a better place with him in it.
All our love and prayers to Dr. Hill and his wonderful family.
Deepest condolences to Kelli & Courtney and other family members and friends of Dr. Hill. I have never met another person with his caring, cheerful spirit, nor his vast knowledge of what to do and where to look for answers for the unknown. I think our first visit was in 1978 and lastly one of my sons 2 days before Thanksgiving. So full of life and vibrant. Having trouble imagining the world without him in it. I pray your hearts will find comfort.
Very sad to loose my doctor Hill, a great man.
Dr. Gordon T Hill was our family physician when we first arrived in San Antonio, TX in 1978 when he first established his office. He will be greatly missed and our prayers are with him, his family, friends and relatives. RIP Dr. Hill, you will be missed! The Huston Family, Schertz, TX.
We are saddened to learn of Dr. Hill’s passing. My husband and I have been his patients for many years. We feel we have not only lost our physician, but a friend as well. He always sent a greeting to the person at home during an office visit. We will miss him. Wishing his family strength and peace.
Thank you Dr. GT for 23 years of excellent care, we will miss you terribly. REST IN PEACE
Our deepest sympathies to you and your family. We are deeply saddened by your loss. Dr. Hill was an excellent doctor who loved his patients. He will be missed by so many people. May God give you peace and comfort.
Doctor Hill has been my rock for over 40 years. He always took care of me and my family
Dr. Hill was our family physician for over 40 years. Courtney & Kelli he spoke of you often as we talked about our kids and things they were doing. I always teased him that he would be it 8 months before I was his age again as we were both born in 1947. He will be truly missed.
DR Gordon Hill always showed that he was genuinely concerned about your healthy and wellbeing I had the honor and great fortune to meet his 31 years ago when I married my wife she has known him for over 40 years as a patient and a nurse at N.E.Baptist Hospital, His caring nature showed in his greetings and when asking how his patients were doing. Gordon Hill’s passing leaves a empty space in our heart he will be missed but not forgotten.
I am so saddened by the news of Dr Hill. He’s been our family physician since 1981. He delivered both of my children who still went to him! He never rushed through my appointment, always asked by name about the rest of my family, checked on me if I was in the hospital even under another’s care, helped me through both of my parents deaths, & on & on. He was the most caring man & loved his family so much. He’d be so excited if he had an upcoming trip to see his daughters & granddaughters!! His big smile said it all when he’d talk about birthday parties, holidays, & recitals. I pray for peace & strength for all his family. He was a very special man & will be be missed by many.
I hope This tree, though a small expression of my respect & admiration of Dr Hill, will serve as a source of hope and help as was he always
Thank you for all your years of service to our family. Your friendly smile will always be with us. You will be missed by many!
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Much love, your Elara Caring family
We are griefing, Dr Hill was our Dr for over 40 years and a friend, such a precious person. We know he and Darlene are together with Jesus. We will miss his superb cousul! Sad, sad about his, Fondly Howard & Lynn Tidwell
My deepest condolences to Courtney, Kelli and your families. GT was always a kind and patient man as well as a caring and conscientious physician. He was the example of a life well lived and will be missed. Hugs, Robin Robey
Dear Kelli, I heard of your father’s passing moments ago from our mutual neighbor in HF. What a tragic loss, for he was a wonderful person, so thoughtful and caring, with a fabulous sense of humor to further add to an incredible personality. When questioned about your mother, the neighbor told me she had gone in July of 2019. I nearly collapsed. I had no idea she had been ill. The last time I spoke with both of your parents the new house was about a year old. Your mom was so cute describing how they’d had the lot “forever” and had “finally” gotten to a point where they could build their dream house. After the countless and dedicated years they gave to the community, they were deserving and rightfully proud of that beauty and I hope they thoroughly enjoyed it. I had the opportunity to randomly speak with them whenever our paths happened to cross, which had not occurred since your mother’s illness, but it was always fun to chitchat with those two extraordinarily happy people! Nonetheless, I’m heartbroken for the loss of both of your parents, both of whom were loving and remarkable people! I’m so sorry for your loss, Your 1st grade teacher, Lynn Trimble
Courtney and Kelli, I was so sorry to hear of GT’s passing. He was such a kind and gentle soul. When I think of your dad, I think of his great smile and all the love and high praises he had for you and your mom. Your family will always have a special place in my heart. I will keep you in my prayers. Peggy
I am heartbroken for Courtney and Kelli. To lose both parents so young…Darlene and I were young physical therapists and I admired her starting her own practice. I remember her designing the house, talking about the twirling and dance lessons and all the costumes. She adored GT. Such a tragic loss of two wonderful loving beautiful people- I am sorry the grandchildren will grow up without them. My prayers are with you. Diane Doehne Rath
Dr. Hill was my doctor for 41 years! He was always my “go to doc”, before anyone else, and then I would go where he thought was best. He always made time for his patients and made you feel like you were the only one he had to see that day which we all know was a big fat joke! I just found of his passing this morning when I called to try to see what he wanted me to do. Based on the doctor he was I can only imagine the kind of husband, father, grandfather and brother he must’ve been! I think the good Lord every day for his kind treatment. My prayers and thoughts are with you all as you go through this time of grieving. Sincerely, Carra Myers
Our family has been his patients for over 30 years. Since the kids no longer needed a pediatrician, he was our “Smurf” doctor. No kinder and caring gentlemen could have filled his shoes when we needed him. Walked us thru many illnesses, surgeries and crisis. His warm and friendly smile will always be with us. Heaven has another set of wings from the Heart of Texas. You will always be with us. Lovingly…………….The John Kotara Family
To the dear loved ones of Dr. Hill: You are in our thoughts and prayers as you deal with this devastating loss. Please know that GT was a gift from God to those of us who benefited from his knowledge, skill, and caring for more than 40 years. He often spoke of his pride and joy–his daughters and beloved grandchildren. May the memory of how he cared for others and lived his life of service be a blessing to all of you. Sincerely, Connianne Pugh
Deepest sympathy, your dad was one of the good ones, my mom and I were his patients for many years. His caring, empathy and skill was awesome; we would compare notes on our arthritis, many times. May the lord bless his family and grant you peace. Colette Burch Bible
So saddened to learn of the loss of this beloved man and my physician for the past 30+ years. I moved to San Antonio in 1985 with a young daughter to be near my mother. A colleague highly recommended that I see Dr. Hill for my primary care doctor consult. The rest is history with the exception of a short interim period when I sought care elsewhere due to insurance. Not long after, my mother needed to make a change and became his regular patient for the next 25+ years. I will always to grateful to God for the love, compassion and patience he consistently demonstrated to us both, but, particularly, my mother in her later years, when she suffered so with several crippling chronic illnesses. My last office visit was in September for my annual physical and well woman exam. He was wearing a CBC mask, which I commented on immediately, as referring to Community Bible Church. So like him to be a silent witness for his devout faith, always “walking the walk.” He will be sorely missed. My thoughts and prayers are with his daughters and their families as they mourn this devastating loss. But, trust almighty God to hold them close and to bring comfort and peace. Heaven’s angels are rejoicing! Denise Davis
Courtney and Kelli, I was so saddened to read of your father’s passing. I was residency program director when he was a resident in the Family Practice Residency at the Health Science Center. I will always remember him as outgoing, laughing, and for the love he had for his family. You have my sincerest condolences. Ross Lawler
My condolences to his family. Dr. Hill was my physician since 1978. He was my son’s only physician when he was born in 1983 until he went to college on the East coast. He was compassionate, listened to complaints and still used hands on evaluation to troubleshoot problems, a rarity today.
I will miss Dr. Hill, he was the best doctor, so kind and always positive and caring. He was my first and only doctor since 1979, he was at the location Nacogdoches, across from Handy Andy. He delivered both my children, he took care of my father when he had Alzheimer’s , and Dr. Hill was by my side when my husband had cancer and passed away. He has taken care of my whole family and we will miss him dearly. I can’t imagine my world without him, I am deeply shocked and sad. I pray for his family and all his patient’s that will miss him as much as I do. The world will be less brighter without him. Thank you Dr. Hill for being my Doctor, I will miss you but I know in my heart you are with God now. Linda McClain and family
We will miss you Dr. Hill. You were one of a kind and deeply loved by our family.
Dr. Hill was my family doctor for 42 years I always looked forward to seeing him –s gentle and caring and the best physician ever. REST IN PEACE
He was my doctor for40+ years
I had the opportunity to work with Dr. Hill as an employee at Northeast Baptist Hospital. He was a treasure as a physician and business man. I hold fond memories of many conversations I had with him. He truly cared….
Dr Gordon T. Hill was my doctor since 1988. When I met him I was a 22 year old girl scared she had a brain tumor. He calmed me and thankfully diagnosed me with MS instead. I left the state for fifteen years came back, and I was surprised to find out he wasn’t accepting new patients but he still saw me. He was an amazing doctor and an even better man. He always approached me with the upmost care, and gentle energy. I will miss him for the rest of my days.
I am 36 years old and Dr. Hill has been my family Physician since I was a young child. Hearing this news makes my heart break into pieces. It is truly an honor to be a patient of his and I pray for his family during this time. WHAT A HUGE VOID this will be for many. Dr. Hill you are so pure and highly respected by The Melle Family. Rest in peace, Sir.
Dr. Hill was my PCP from 2011 until his passing. He was an extremely friendly and compassionate person, as well as a very competent physician. I will miss him and our interesting conversations during my appointments with him. Forrest Hopkins
He was the best doctor ever. I just found out today and I have cried all day. You will be missed. Fly high Dr Hill. Dealva Stang
Never was there a better doctor. I am heartbroken. He’s was our family physician for over 30 years, and his compassion and knowledge were beyond compare. I would ask him at every visit to warn me if he ever thought about retiring because I would talk him out of it. I feel like I have lost a family member. I will miss him for the rest of my days.
It is hard to believe that God has called on Dr. Hill to be Angel for him . I was very blessed to work with Dr. Hill for 8 years . He has all ways been kind to myself , my family and his patients . With no doubt he will be missed dearly . For Just being Dr. Hill
My condolences to your family Dr. Hill was my doctor for over 20 years, I am not the kind of man to open up to very many men but Dr. Hill made me feel comfortable to open up and really tell him what was going on with me. He took really good care of me for a long time I am really going to miss him. I wish you all the best. Tony Enriquez
I just heard of Gordon’s passing. I moved away from San Antonio over 4 years ago, but before that I worked with Gordon for over 20 years, in my job as a Radiologist. I always enjoyed his congenial and caring nature, his wisdom and perspective on many topics, and his often timely mix of wit and humor. I had the highest respect for his knowledge and professionalism, and I was grateful that he became the physician for both of my parents, each of whom loved going to see him. He left the world a better place.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Oh my I will surely miss you. But I will see you in Heaven. You were the best doctor ever. Just wished you were still here to yell at Randy. Save me a place. Dealva Stang
When my doctor retired way back in the 70’s he sold his practice to someone I personally did not like. I was bereft. I asked my doctor what he was doing. He told me to go to Dr. Hill. Said the other guy just had the most money, Dr. Hill was the best doctor.
I have many stories I would tell but suffice it to say almost fifty years later, members of my family still had Dr. Hill as their Dr.