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John S. Hines

Kalamazoo, Michigan

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HINES, JOHN Portage

Died February 24, 2014, at age 85. John was born May 12, 1928 in Sturgis, MI to the late Alpha and Gertrude (Waterstraut) Hines. John was united in marriage to Joan Lyon on June 25, 1951. He served as a pilot in the U.S. Air Force from August of 1950 until...

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My Dad- Lt Col R. Eckert was also in the "spook" business, NRO mission OP navigator 1963-67, 7405th. At 97, he's one of the few left- Brave Men!

John and I( his navigator) shared quite a few "oops' going to Berlin. I am sorry we lost him. Did a good bit of "lying" on the phone over the years following retirement. He was a good man in my book.I hope the coming years bring good memories of John as it will for me Miss Joan. Van

I'm an old 7405th Troop,1968-1973. I'm sorry to hear of his passing. I did'nt know him,But he had to be a great person, just like all from the 7405th.. May "God Bless You"and your family in this time of sorrow.

Jim Raymond

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

With John in Athens, Greece about 1964

John was my Aircraft Commander for a time in Wiesbaden. A really great guy and outstanding officer.

John was a gentleman. Please accept my sympathy and regards.

Raymond Kayea, Lt. Col. USAF Retired

Joan & kids - We are so sorry to hear about John's death! We had a wonderful visit with him last summer at Scotty Wilson's memorial service... after not seeing John for many years. We are so happy to have had that chance to reconnect and chat again after so many years spent as Lloy St. neighbors who chatted frequently "back in the day". He was a great guy and loved to chat with friends.

Joan & family:So sorry to hear of John's passing. I have many fond memories of John and the Lions club. I will not be able to join you at the services as I am in Florida, but my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. Les Minor