Name: Visitation for Earl Thomas Hines
Start: 2019-04-27T14:00:00.000Z
End: 2019-04-27T16:00:00.000Z
Location: Elkton Presbyterian Church

Earl Thomas Hines, of Elkton, MD, was born on April 22, 1922 to Carl Hines and Susan Hines in Fair Hill, MD. He departed this life on Monday, April 22, 2019.
He attended Kenmore school until eighth grade when he was called upon to work on the family farm. Earl married Betty Williams on March 4, 1945 at the Rock Presbyterian Church in Fair Hill, MD. They had one child.
After leaving the family farm, Earl had several jobs with farms and dairies in the county. During World War II, Earl served with the Maryland State Guard rising to the rank of corporal. In 1952, Earl began a 30-year career with the Chesapeake and Potomac Telephone Company.
Earl supported Elkton High School Football for 27 years and served as Equipment Manager. He attended the Elkton Presbyterian Church for 68 years and was in the church choir for 63 years. He also performed several years with the Cecil County Choral Society.
Earl was preceded in death by his wife, Betty Hines.
Earl is survived by son, Thomas, and his wife, Kelly, and two grandchildren: Bradley and Nathan Hines.
Funeral services will be held at 12 p.m. on Saturday, April 27 at Elkton Presbyterian Church, 209 East Main Street, Elkton, MD 21921. Family and friends may visit beginning at 10 a.m. Interment will follow at the Elkton Cemetery on Bow Street, Elkton, MD.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made payable to "Elkton Presbyterian Church Building Fund" or "Elkton Touchdown Club" and sent in care of R.T. Foard Funeral Home, P.A., 259 East Main Street, Elkton, MD 21921.
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Published by Cecil Whig from Apr. 23 to Apr. 25, 2019.

Memories and Condolences
for Earl Hines

Sponsored by R.T. Foard Funeral Home, P.A. - Elkton.

11 Entries

George Whiteley

May 13, 2019

To the Hines Family

I was very lucky to have Earl work with me at the C&P Telephone Co. many years ago. He was a first class gentleman all the time I knew him. The world will miss him, but Heaven will have a great telephone man.
Rest in peace Earl.

April 27, 2019

As you remember your love one, as God heals your broken hearts (Psalm 147:3), may your treasured memories continue to bring you peace, comfort, and strength to endure.

Coach Sonny Tenney

April 25, 2019

Tom and Kelly: Our thoughts and prayers are with you. I have many fond memories of Earl as a part of our winning football program at Elkton High School and beyond. He was supportive in so many ways beyond the management and transportation of equipment to away games. He was a man with principle and conviction to do the right thing. He continues to live in our heart and minds and all of us will miss a dear friend and a father.

Tucker Matthews

April 25, 2019

Tommy,So sorry to hear about Earl . He was a great guy and always had a big smile. I always enjoyed him when he came into Bakers.He loved my mother's coconut custard pie. "Tucker" Bakers Restaurant

Dennis Clower

April 25, 2019

Sorry to read about Earl's passing, and I am away, unable to attend any of the services. But my memories of Earl are many and all good. I was privileged to sing beside him for many years with the Elkton Presbyterian Choir. Choir practice was always fun, with Earl around. He and Betty are among my favorite people in my life in Elkton. So sorry for your loss, Tom and family. It's a loss shared by the whole Cecil County community. I hope to see you sometime soon.

Milford Sprecher

April 25, 2019

Earl always had a smile on his face and a friendly word or teasing comment. A very good man.

Ed. & Cheryl Mckeown

April 24, 2019

Tom So sorry about your dad, he was a wonderfully man. I always enjoyed talking to him. He enjoyed singing so much. Earl had a big heart and will certainly will be missed by every one who.knew him. God Bless You and Rest In peace.

Gary Holmes

April 24, 2019

Very sorry to hear of the passing of Mr. Earl Hines. He & Betty were my parents landlord for the first seven years of their marriage & first two years of my life. The last time I saw him was actually on my birthday in 2014, when I ran into him at the Elkton Diner. My Dad passed 2 weeks later. Mom passed in 2016. He always spoke & was very kind & always kept his yard looking perfect. I'm friends with his neighbors the Halsey's--Wayne & Sharon who we just lost. May God bless you all with special memories & the Peace of Jesus at this sad time. Gary Holmes, Jr.

Donna Geiger

April 24, 2019

Tom,
I am so sorry to hear about your dad. I have such fond memories of him, the teaser that he was.
My thoughts and prayers are with you my friend.

Donna Kilby Geiger