Mr. Rex T. Hillman, Sr., of Neely, MS, died, Thursday, November 15, 2012. Mr. Hillman was a retired correctional officer at SMCI, Leakesville, MS and also served in the Navy. He is survived by, two sons; Rex Tommie (Carole) Hillman of Petal, MS and Jeffrey Hillman of Leakesville, MS, one daughter, Tianey Welford of Citronelle, AL, one sister, Joann (Gary) Hodges of Birmingham, AL, four grandchildren; Eric and Brandon Welford and Josh and Daniel Hillman. A wake will be held Saturday, November 17, 2012 from 6 until 9 pm at Freeman Funeral Home. The 10 am Graveside Service will be Sunday, November 18, 2012 at Mutual Rights Cemetery, with Rev. Gary Hodges officiating. Interment will be at Mutual Rights Cemetery.