Bobbie Jo Tyler Hill, a veteran of the trucking industry known for her independent spirit, passed away unexpectedly on June 13, 2026, while performing work duties in Jasper, Tennessee. The 52-year-old woman's death was announced via an obituary published by Mitchell Funeral Home, Inc.
Personal background and family history
Born on December 11, 1973, in Battle Creek, Michigan, Hill was the daughter of Robert Dwight Tyler and Sharla Jo Watson Tyler. She later moved to Utah, where she married John Hill on June 28, 2010, in Clearfield.
Character traits and personality
According to Mitchell Funeral Home, Hill was characterized by her remarkable strength, determination, and independence. While described as strong-willed and outspoken, those close to her noted a generous heart that was always willing to assist others, even though she rarely sought help for herself.
Professional trucking career details
Hill established a long-standing career within the trucking industry, a profession she reportedly loved. During the final year of her career, she was employed by Hirschbach Trucking.
Prior to that role, she spent eight years working with Forward Air. During her tenure at Forward Air, Hill and her husband, John Hill, worked together as a team on the road.
Hobbies and personal interests
Beyond her professional life, Hill maintained a wide range of creative and adventurous hobbies. Her interests included 3-D printing, resin printing, and the creation of wrapped jewelry. She also enjoyed working on vehicles, arts and crafts, horseback riding, and riding motorcycles.
Love for animals and advocacy
A deep love for animals was a significant part of her life, as she found great joy in spending time with them.
Hill was also recognized for her advocacy and compassion regarding health issues. She served as a passionate supporter of cancer awareness, actively encouraging others and showing support for those facing battles against all forms of the disease.
Legacy and surviving family members
She will be remembered by friends and family for her infectious sense of humor and her fearless spirit.
Hill is survived by her spouse, John Hill; children Angel Fernando Rojas Tyler, Moses Kamoto, Alyssa Lynn Vega Tyler, Brooke, Preston Hill, Braydon Hill, Kayden Hill, and Graham Hill; step-mother Brenda (Etu) Kamoto; mother-in-law Terry Lee Hill; brothers-in-law Isaiah David Hill and James William Hill; and numerous extended family members.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Robert Dwight Tyler and Sharla Jo Tyler; a sister; her grandmother Watson; father-in-law James David Hill; and brother-in-law Zachary Scott Hill.
A celebration of life for Hill is scheduled to take place at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, July 10, 2026, at Mitchell Funeral Home, located at 233 East Main in Price, Utah.
