"Barbara, Cindy, David, Larry and all of George's family members and friends, my deepest condolences and prayers are with you and yours. I was honored to be George's business associate at Bearing Headquarters Company for many, many years. He was multi-talented. His art of salesmanship was "World Class" and his management skills were "beyond Superb". George contributed greatly to the success of each and every one of the BHQ operations he represented and managed. I knew him as a loving family man, a tireless and dedicated co-worker and a person well liked, respected and admired by all who knew him. George had a "dry" sense of humor which was both delightful and full of wisdom. His timing of expressing it was impeccable; and he often deployed it to turn a stressful situation into one of endearment and understanding. I shall always admire the courage, strength of character and calm demeanor George exhibited during the illnesses and health setbacks he suffered late in his life. He was never known to complain. God shall "rest your soul" in great rejoicement, George. You were a pleasure to know; and you are the "Best of the Best". Jim Timble"
In loving memory of
George Frederick Hinton
February 14, 1942 - March 14, 2016
George Frederick Hinton, 74, of Keokuk, passed away at 11:45 PM on Monday, March 14, 2016, at the University of Iowa Hospital in Iowa City.
George was born in St. Louis, Missouri, on February 14, 1942, the son of Charles and Melba Nagel Hinton. On November 3, 1962, he was united in marriage to Barbara Ann Przygoda in St. Louis. She survives. A resident of Keokuk since 1975, George was employed as a manager at Bearing Headquarters and was a member of All Saints Catholic Church. One of his favorite pastimes was reading books.
George is survived by his wife Barbara of Keokuk; his daughter Cindy (Dennis) Freeman of Keokuk; his son David (Chris) Hinton of Keokuk; three grandchildren: Mitchell Freeman, Cole Hinton, and Anna Hinton all of Keokuk; his brother Larry (Linda) Hinton of St. Louis, Missouri; Larry's children: Keith (Jennifer) Hinton and Dawn (John) Vance; and their children. Other survivors include many sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews and cousins.
George is preceded in death by his parents and his brother Dennis Hinton.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at noon on Saturday, March 19, 2016, at All Saints Catholic Church in Keokuk, with Reverend Robert Lathrop officiating. A private family burial will be held at Oakland Cemetery on Monday. Visitation will be held at DeJong-Greaves Celebration of Life Center at 1212 Concert Street on Saturday from 11-12 PM directly before the service.
Memorials may be directed to the University of Iowa Hospital & Clinics Palliative Care Program, Attn. Alli Ingman, PO Box 4550, Iowa City, IA, 52244.
Tributes
"Barb and family, We are so sorry for your loss. We always enjoyed talking to George when we called the branch. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. "
"Cindy and Dave, so sorry to hear of your Dad. You are in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless"
"Dave, Chris and family, So sorry for the loss of your dad, Dave. My thoughts and prayers are with you. It's not easy to lose a parent but know people are thinking of you and sending prayers as you navigate this loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you both."
"I was one of the people that brought communion to George, and had been doing this for several years, we had very nice visits and I always looked forward to visiting with him and Barb. He was always so up beat and so is Barb. A very nice man and I know he is at peace with his maker."
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