James Lon "Lonnie" HillIna, IL James Lon "Lonnie" Hill, 66, of Ina, IL, died at 7:05 a. m. Friday, July 12, 2013 at his home. Mr. Hill was born on July 3, 1947 in Benton, IL the son of James V. Hill and Priscilla "Moni" (Miller) Hill. Lonnie worked at Mt. Vernon for Tri-County Electric as a Journeyman Lineman for many years before opening his own automotive business, Classic Performance. He was a member of the I.B.E.W. Local 702 and was of the Baptist faith. Lonnie served four years in the United StatesAir Force as a Helicopter Mechanic and was also part of a rescue chopper outfit nicknamed "Pedro" during the Vietnam War. He studied automotive technology at VTI at Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, IL.He was an avid fisherman, boat and car enthusiast. He worked on a NASCAR Busch Series and Craftsman Truck Series Race Team. Wayman Harlan summed up Lonnies life by saying "He was a poor mans best friend"and will be sadly missed by all. Surviving relatives include his twin siblings, Bradley Hill, West Frankfort, Kristin Hill (Mike) Neff, Florida, a son, James Lon Hill, II, Georgia, a niece, Lauren Monachella, Florida, and his significant other, Donna Simpkins, Ina. Donna brought much happiness into our brothers life and was by his side when he passed away. Mr. Hill was preceded in death by his parents. Visitation will be from 1:00 to 4:00 p. m. Saturday, July 27, 2013 at the Hobbs-Johnson Funeral Home and Crematory in Benton. A memorial service will be held at 4:00 p. m. Saturday, July 27, 2013 at the funeral home with Brother Dale Burzynski officiating. Military honors will be performed by the Benton American Legion and V.F.W. and the Marion National Guard Honor Squad. Memorial contributions may be made to the Ina Missionary Baptist Church, c/o P.O. Box 95, Ina, IL 62846 or the American Heart Association and will be accepted at the funeral home. Visit www.hobbsjohnson.com to sign the memorial guestbook.