With deep sorrow, we share the passing of Stephen A. Hill Jr., 23, of Middletown, on March 31, 2025. He was the beloved son of Stephen A. Hill Sr. and Sheron Scoffone, and the adoring younger brother of his big sister Timaya Robinson of Newington.

Stephen was an extraordinary light in everyone's world—thoughtful, warm, sharp, respectful, and full of charisma. He possessed the wisdom of an old soul, paired with boundless energy, leaving an unforgettable impact on all those whose lives he touched.

A proud graduate of the Middletown High School Class of 2019, Stephen excelled as a student, athlete, and leader. His early years in Middletown Tigers Youth Football an Prof Gallietto Basketball League forged lifelong brotherhood bonds with his teammates. At Middletown High, he played football, basketball, and track, serving as football team captain and coaching youth flag football. Beyond sports, Stephen was an integral part of the DECA National Championship team, a dedicated youth mentor, and a compassionate summer camp counselor. He held deep admiration for all the coaches and teachers who influenced his journey, from his early years in youth sports to his time in middle and high school. These mentors played a significant role in his life, with none being more important than his loving parents and family, who have always been there to guide and support him along his path.

After earning his undergraduate degree from Western New England University, Stephen returned home with a strong desire to give back to the Middletown community. He became the first person to serve on the City's Youth Services Advisory Board in both a student and adult capacity. His commitment extended to Beman Middle School, where he worked as a paraprofessional and substitute teacher, and he was recently named assistant football coach for the Middletown High Blue Dragons—all while pursuing his MBA. Stephen's passion also flourished in music, where he spent recent years writing, recording, and performing."

Stephen leaves behind a legacy of love, leadership, and service. He is survived by his parents, sister, grandparents, Aldo and Carol Scoffone, Patrece L. Hill, Gloria Hill (Pine Bluff AK) Herbert Laurie (Barbara) Beauford SC, Great Grandma Ida Beauford SC, his Uncle Paul & Auntie Amy Scoffone and his cousins Christopher and Eric Scoffone. He was predeceased by his Uncle Kevin Hill.  Stephen is survived by a vast community of brothers, close friends, and "second moms" from Middletown and Springfield, MA.

Though we mourn the future we had hoped to share with Stephen, we choose to celebrate the fullness of the life he lived—a life that continues to inspire, and whose legacy will live on forever in the hearts of all who knew him."

Calling hours will be Sunday, April 6, from 3 to 7 p.m. at Biega Funeral Home, 3 Silver St., Middletown. Funeral services will be held Monday, April 7, at 11 a.m. at Cross Street AME Zion Church, 440 West St., Middletown. Stephen embraced everyone for who they were and valued the importance of comfort. In honor of his spirit, please feel free to come as you are.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to: Middletown Youth Services, 51 Green Street, Middletown, CT 06457 (In Memory of Stephen Hill, Jr.)

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