Wilbert Hines Obituary

Mr. Wilbert Hines, 72, of 135 W. Old Street, Apt. 202A, Petersburg, departed this life Thursday, Nov. 13, 2008, at his residence.

He was a native of Pitt County, NC., and the son of the late Annie P. Arrington and John T. Hines. Mr. Hines was a retired employee from Stone Container Company, Hopewell.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Leora Hines; daughter, Wilma Jones; granddaughter, Makeishia; and two brothers, William and James Hines.

Left to cherish his memories are seven sons, William Johnson of Richmond, Harry Johnson (Wanda) of North Carolina, Larry Johnson, Raymond Johnson, Timothy Brown, Wilbert Hines (Judy) and Anthony Hines (Pat) all of Petersburg; six daughters,Gwendolyn Price, Carolyn Johnson, Brenda Johnson, Susie Warren (Stanley), Susan King (Elijah), and Sylvia Thorne (Wayne) all of Petersburg; three brothers, Willie Hines of Petersburg, John, Edward, and George Hines all of Maryland; five sisters, Carrie Stewart (Raymond) and Velma Williams, both of Petersburg, Fannie Battle of New York, Dorothy Allen and Ester Marshall, both of Maryland; son-in-law, Clarence Jones; several nieces, nephews, 31 grandchildren; 30 great-grandchildren; cousins, other relatives and friends, among the devoted were, Byron Washington, Celestine Day, staff of Heaven Sent, Lucille Thomas (Caregiver) and Crater Community Hospice.

A funeral service will be held 1 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2008, from the Chapel of William N. Bland and Son Funeral Home, Petersburg. Interment will be in Dinwiddie Memorial Park. The family may be contacted by calling, Ms. Sylvia Thorne, 863-0417 and Wilbert Hines, 605-4037. The family has asked that food be omitted.

Funeral arrangements entrusted to the staff of William N. Bland & Son Funeral Home (804) 732-7841, now serving three locations. Condolences may be sent to www.blandenterprisesinc.com.

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Published by The Progress-Index from Nov. 14 to Nov. 16, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Wilbert Hines

8 Entries

November 19, 2008

Death is a journey to another road. We live our lives then we make a right or a left onto the road of greener and brighter pastures. There is no need to ask for directions. You know when you are there as it is beautiful and all of your friends and relatives are awaiting you."
Our loved ones are always with you even after they pass...pay attention and you will feel their presence. If you think they are with you...they are."Our body is a mere shell...we remain alive forever. Our loved ones are always there for us...share, talk to them and listen to your intuition when you think they are communicating with you."
Though it hurts to lose a loved one, it is most painful to grieve for what you didn't get to enjoy with them. Rather, remember the blessings they left behind, with so many wonderful memories. Treasure their essence, for it is still here with you."
Losing a loved one is hard, but it's knowing that god gained an angel that makes the grief easier."
It is okay to grieve, it is a natural process...it is when we allow the grief to take us over that we are defeated. Grieve, but continue moving forward!"
There is a difference between letting them go, and forgetting them. Letting them go, means accepting they are gone, but knowing they will always have a place in your heart. Forgetting them means to forget all the memories, the good times, and the bad times. So, don't forget them, just let them go."
"A broken heart is a blessing in disguise; it reminds us of how perfect God's love is and how imperfect we are. In the midst of the pain and despair we are somehow renewed in the promise that we have been loved the whole time, and will continue to be loved for eternity. And your heart again, begins to heal, until the next time we forget. It's the cracks in our heart that make room for God's promises to sink in."
Remember that when a loved one passes away, it's because God can no longer bear to be apart from then."
THOMAS FAMILY

Carla Johnson

November 17, 2008

To the entire Hines family -
May peace be with you all during this time of grief. Love you all. God Bless.

Keita Banks

November 17, 2008

To the Hines family, I would like to express my deepest sympathy to you all. I didn't get the opportunity to work with your father like I did Wilma, but Im still thinking of you all. If there is anything I can do, please call. Keita Banks- Crater Community Hospice

Carolyn Clay

November 17, 2008

I send my condolencdes to the family. I went to high school with Wilbert. My name was Carolyn wade then. May the joy and love that comes with knowing our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ be with his family now and into etenal life.

Beverly A Love

November 17, 2008

ALL OF THE FAMILY ARE IN MY PRAYERS,.

Veronica Grandison and Victoria McKensie

November 17, 2008

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

James Arrington

November 16, 2008

My deepest sympanthy to the family.
Now he can have peace.

Iona Givens

November 14, 2008

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.