Michael confessed his faith in Christ at an early age with Mount Nebo C.M.E. Church. He later joined Springhill M.B. Church where he served as a deacon. He remained a faithful member until death.

He was preceded in death by his parents, wife Effie Hill and brother Donald McGaughy. 

To always remember and cherish his memories two daughters, Jessica Hill of Memphis, TN and Renae Hill of Booneville, MS; two sons, Rick Hill of Booneville, MS and Kelvin Hill of Baldwyn, MS; five grandchildren: LaDayisha Woods of Memphis TN , Kabriana Hill of Booneville, MS, Chris Hill of Tupelo, MS, Cameron and Cayden Hill of Booneville, MS; one brother, Jackie Hill (Birt); three sisters- in-law: Margie Ragin, Cheryl (Bobby) Stubbs of Baldwyn, MS and Shirley Ragin of Booneville, MS; two brothers-in-law, William and Wallace Ragin of Booneville, MS, one aunt Jesse Nevels of Baldwyn, MS and a host of nieces, nephews other relatives and friends.