Wayne Wesley Hinds

November 27, 1937 - March 7, 2015

Obituary

Mr. Wayne Wesley Hinds, 77, of Trumann died Saturday, March 7, 2015 at the family residence. He was born November 27, 1937, where he remained a lifetime resident. He was the General Manager and Executive Secretary of Drainage District #7, and a member of the Lower Mississippi Valley Flood Control Association. He was a graduate of Trumann High School in 1956, where he held the school football record for single game touchdowns until 2011. Hinds attended Arkansas State University in Jonesboro and majored in Business Administration. He served as a member of the Trumann Lions Club and received numerous awards for attendance and service including the Edward Dalstrom Distinguished Service Award and the Melvin Jones Fellow Award. In 2003, Representative Marion Berry recognized him for his community and professional service. He was awarded the Outstanding Civilian Service Medal by the US Army Corps of Engineer. Mr. Hinds was recognized in Resolution NO933 by the City of Trumann for his dedicated service and embodiment of leadership commitment to the community. He was preceded in death by son-in-law; Kelley R. Sims; four brothers, George, John, Ira and Raymond Hinds, two sisters, Lorene Gardner and Helen Hinds, and his parents, George Joseph Wesley and Eula Marie Knight Hinds. Survivors include his wife of 55 years, Glenda Moye Hinds of the home; two daughters, Tamera Leatherwood and husband Frank of Trumann, and Misti Sims of Jonesboro; three brothers, Terrell Hinds of Memphis, Oliver Hinds of Trumann and Ferrell Hinds of Memphis; two sisters, Vivian Presley and Maxine Haun both of Jonesboro; mother-in-law, Helen Moye of Jonesboro, five grandchildren, Raven Dawn Ham and husband Shane, Brett Wesley Taylor and wife Laura, Mackenzie Sims, Bailee Sims and Patrick Leatherwood; four great-grandchildren, Kennedy and Eli Ham and Clark and Collin Taylor. Funeral services will be Wednesday afternoon at 1:30 p.m. in the chapel of Thompson Funeral Home in Trumann with Rev. Larry Loggins officiating. Burial will follow in the Harrisburg Memorial Park Cemetery in Harrisburg, AR. Visitation will be Tuesday from 5:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. at Thompson Funeral Home in Trumann. Pallbearers will be John Stuckey, Larry Wray, Scott Hollingshead, Brent Henderson, Matt Moon and Todd Qualls. Honorary Pallbearers will be the Board of Directors of Drainage District #7, Members of Trumann Lions Club, Charles Frierson, Bob McPherson and Vance Null. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Trumann Lions Club and MD Anderson Pancreatic Cancer Research, P.O. Box 301439, Houston, TX 77230-1439, [email

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"So sorry for your grief. Wayne was a much loved person . He was a good friend Tamara, Linda wanted you to know how sorry she is & sends her love to you.Bernice & Linda

Bernice Maglothin Bates, Jonesboro, ar 72401

March 13, 2015

"Dear Glenda, Tamera, Misti, & entire Family. My heartfelt sympathies go out to you'll in your days of sorrow. Wayne was one of the nicest men i've ever met. He always had time to speak to me, regardless of the circumstance. Trumann, AR., is a much better place because of Wayne Hinds, & he will be missed by all. Sincerely, Tommy Lindsey

Tommy Lindsey, Trumann, AR

March 13, 2015

"My thoughts and prayers are with you as we honor Uncle Wayne ' s legacy and life. He sometimes was a larger than life figure as we were growing up. I love you all and pray the joy he lived his life with brings smiles to your faces often and until we meet again.

Teresa Hinds Miller and Skip Miller, Destin, FL

March 12, 2015

"We are very sorry to hear of your loss. May The Lord bless and comfort your hearts.

The Davis Family, Trumann, Arkansas

March 12, 2015

"Tammy and Misti, My prayers are with you and your sweet family. May God Give you comfort in your time of grief and many prayers for you and your family.

Tammy Williams McNatt, Trumann, AR

March 12, 2015

"Wayne was a very good friend of mine. He will be greatly missed. He was a very giving person. Always caring of others. He will be missed by many. R.I.P. Wayne hinds Ray Sewell

Raymond Sewell, Trumann Arkansas

March 11, 2015

"To Glenda, Oliver and the entire Hinds family, I extend my deepest condolences. Although it is impossible for me to be with you physically for Wayne's funeral please know that I am with you in spirit and in prayer. Rest In Peace my dear friend and classmate.

Joe Crozier, Crossville, Tennessee

March 11, 2015

"Our thoughts and prayers are with you and yours during this time of sorrow.7

Jim and Myra Osment, Germantown, TN

March 10, 2015

"Misti and Tamara,Mike and I are so sorry for your loss. Words can never relieve our feelings, but we would like you to know our thoughts and prayers are with you,

Carol Conatser, Trumann, AR

March 10, 2015

"Glenda & family,I'm so sorry for your loss. Words cannot describe my deepest regrets. I really wish we could be there. Let Wednesday be a celebration of his life and all of his wonderful accomplishments. He was a sweet man and I remember him very well. Just know we are supporting you all from miles away. God bless and much love.

Nick, Brandi, & Isabel Landry, Lafayette, LA

March 10, 2015

"Glenda & girls, I am so sorry to hear about Wayne. He was really a very nice man. My prayers are with you.Diana Williams Jones

Diana Williams Jones, Saltillo, MS

March 10, 2015

"Dearest Misti, I am so sorry for your loss. I know your dad was a very special man to many people, but you were his biggest fan. Take comfort in your memories until you meet again. Love, Kim

Kim Patteson Jones, Mount Laurel, New Jersey

March 10, 2015

"Glenda, Tamera, Misti, and family. My heart hurts for you. I have lost a parent and know the hurt in your hearts. I can't imagine the hurt that comes from losing a life long mate. Wayne, was a good man, and now is in a blessed place, he and Kelley are probably visiting now! I love you guys!

Dorothy Byford, jonesboro

March 10, 2015

"so sorry for your loss!! We are praying for you and family!

Barry & Dana Forrest, Jonesboro, ar

March 10, 2015

"Miss Glenda, Tamera and MistiWas sadden to learn of your loss. May God's blessing comfort you at this difficult time.Michelle Wright Taylor

Michelle Wright Taylor, San Antonio, TX

March 10, 2015

"Glenda,Tamera,Misti,and families, Please feel my love and prayers during this hard time. Lora

Lora Whitlatch Caery ,

March 10, 2015

"Each of you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Lynn Osment, Trumann, AR.

March 10, 2015

"So Sorry for you loss of your loved one,just want the whole family to know that you are in my prayers!Larry

Larry Cook, Walnut Ridge Ar.

March 10, 2015

"Sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and the family.

Judy Byram Webb, Collierville , TN

March 10, 2015

"our prayers and thoughts are with the family.

Jimmy L. Carter, Harrisburg, Arkansas

March 9, 2015

"So sorry for your lose. May God bless and keep you during this time of grief.

Kay and Ron Massey, Jonesboro

March 9, 2015

"Dear Glenda, Tamera and Misti, and extended Hinds Family, it is with great sorrow that we send our condolences in the loss of such a wonderful husband, father and man. Wayne was a good friend and a great person. I will sorely miss his friendly smile, his awesome stories and his crushing handshake! May the Lord be with you all and comfort you in His loving arms.

KENNY WHITE, Memphis, TN

March 9, 2015

"So many fond memories of the past and even though it has been a while since we spent time together, I always felt close. I love all of you, even the ones I haven't even met. Facebook has been great for keeping us in touch. God bless you all. I love you!Karen

Karen Wainwright, Lawrenceville, GA

March 9, 2015

"Thoughts and prayers for the Hinds family; Wayne was a good man.

Steve Enderlin, The Villages, FL

March 9, 2015

"Glenda and family I am sorry, I know this is a very hard time. My prays are with you day and night. Words are not enough I am here if I can help.

Diana Milligan, Trumann Ar.72472

March 9, 2015

"My sympathy goes out to the Hinds family. Linda

Linda Smith Wylie, Rosemary, TN

March 9, 2015

"Misti and family know you are n my prayers at this difficult time. Wish I could be there to support you but I can’t, love y’all Sister J

Sister Judith, Chester,Massachusetts

March 9, 2015

"We're so sorry. Our prayers are with Glenda and her family. You have been such great friends to us. Trumann has lost one of its very "BEST".

Patsy & Willie Ed Bullock, Trumann

March 9, 2015

"My thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of Wayne Hinds. Hugs to you Tamera!

Jerita, Marked Tree, AR

March 9, 2015

"So sorry for your loss. May the Peace of God be with your family.

Johnny & Lisa Johnson, Marion, AR

March 9, 2015

"So sorry to hear about Wayne. I enjoyed getting to know him in Lions Club.

Carin McClung, Trumann, AR

March 9, 2015

"All our love and prayers

David & Carla Kerley, Jonesboro

March 9, 2015

"Keeping you all in my thoughts.

LIndsay Ainsworth, United States

March 9, 2015