Andre Hill Memorial Fund

On December 22, 2020 I received the most devastating news a person would ever want to hear. I received a phone call from my niece telling me that my brother was no longer with us. Shocked and in disbelief, I set out to get the details of what happened, and found that he had been shot and killed at the hands of a Columbus Ohio Police Officer early that morning. Now, 3 days before Christmas, our family is missing a loved one that will never come back home while the police officer is out free to spend time with his family.

My name is Shawna Barnett, and I am the eldest sister of Andre M. Hill. My brother meant the world to me! He was the ultimate family man that loved his family, a great brother, father, and awesome grandfather to his grandchildren that meant the world to him! He was also a great friend with a kind and giving spirit. 

This fund is established to cover funeral and burial expenses, mental and grief counseling and to assist our family in the days to come as we continue to seek justice for Andre Hill.  A portion of these funds will also go to the Estate of Andre Hill for the benefit and care of his daughter, and his 3 grandchildren (ages 3,4, and 6) and their educational funds.

Frequently Asked Questions:

1. Who am I and how am I related to the Hill family? My name is Shawna Barnett, and I am the eldest sister of Andre M. Hill’s.

2. Can I contribute to family’s legal fund? No. While our family appreciates your generosity, my family is unable to accept funds for legal fees. All funds designated for such purposes will be returned.

 3. Are there other ways I can contribute to the Hill family? Yes. You can send any contributions, cards or well-wishes to the Hill family by mail at:
 
The Andre M. Hill Memorial Fund
c/o Ben Crump Law, PLLC
122 S. Calhoun Street
Tallahassee, FL 32301
Attn: Adner Marcelin

 All checks must be made out to: Shawna Barnett

Please note that all checks, cashier’s checks and/or money orders must be made payable to: Shawna Barnett

4. How the funds will be spent? Funds collected here will be spent by the Hill family as outlined above. This fund will be governed and controlled at the discretion Shawna Barnett for the family's benefit.

5. How do you intend to get the funds to those in need? All funds collected on this website will be withdrawn to an established account for the benefit of my family. 100% of funds collected here will go to my family. 

6. Who can I call if I have questions about this fund & whom should inquiries be directed to?  Anyone with further questions about this page may contact Adner Marcelin of Ben Crump Law, PLLC at [email redacted].