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Durward Hinckley Obituary

DURWARD HINCKLEY Durward J. "Jack" Hinckley, of Henderson, passed away at 8:10 a.m. (PST) Sunday, Feb. 13, 2011, at his home surrounded by family. Mr. Hinckley was born Jan. 3, 1926, in Wilmot, S.D., to Laura and William Hinckley. He graduated from Davenport (Iowa) High School in 1944. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II, earning the Bronze Star and Purple Heart. He graduated with a bachelor of arts degree from Iowa State Teachers College in 1950 and master of arts degree from University of Iowa in 1957. He married Betty Lee Viers May 28, 1948, in Davenport. She passed away April 10, 2007. He was a teacher for 35 years, mostly in the Davenport Community Schools, retiring in 1985. He attended Green Valley Evangelical Lutheran Church in Henderson, and was formerly active with several organizations in both Iowa and Nevada. Survivors include two daughters, Mary Beth (Gary) Owens, of Colorado Springs, Colo., and Paula Jo (Keith) Bishop-Lane, of Henderson; two sons, John Hinckley, of Henderson, and Rob "Lee" (Sandra) Hinckley, of Lafayette, Ind.; 19 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; two great-great grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Graveside and military services are scheduled for 10:30 a.m. Friday, Feb. 18, at Southern Nevada Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Boulder City, with Pastor Matt Pfeifer officiating. Burial will follow at the cemetery. There will be no visitation. Palm Mortuary in Henderson is in charge of arrangements. Memorials may be made to New Hope Hospice, 8 Sunset Way, Ste. 101, Henderson, NV 89014.

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Published by Las Vegas Review-Journal from Feb. 15 to Feb. 16, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
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Darla Masel

February 19, 2011

I continue on this journey comfortably knowing there is an angel as dedicated and loving as Grandpa Jack watching over us all<3 Love you

Mark Dhaemers

February 18, 2011

I'd like to express my sincere condolences to all of Jack's family. He was a fine man and will be missed. God Bless.

Debbie Smith

February 17, 2011

Sorry for your familie's loss, john. May God bless you all. Remember he's at peace now.
Debbie Hamilton-Smith

Darlene Bishop

February 17, 2011

Jack & Betty accepted me just like part of the family. It was an honor to know him and he will be missed.

paula bishop-lane

February 17, 2011

too many words to say that can't find their way to the surface. it was an honor, and a priviledge to be your daughter....Paulajo

Tanya&Jim Richardson

February 16, 2011

I know we haven't seen each other in a long time, and our chance has passed, but one day we will be given that chance in Heaven. Love from all of us here in Iowa.

Charlene Hart

February 16, 2011

We will miss your charm and your warm stories, our love to Paula and the rest of your children, and grand children. The Harts, Charlene and Mike

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