Hintzke, John "Snap" P.
John "Snap" Hintzke, age 66, New London, died on Monday, February 11, 2013. Snap was born on July 10, 1946, in New London son of John and Elaine (Knapp) Hintzke. On June 28, 1969, he was united in marriage to Sharon Van Straten in New London. He owned and operated Hintzke Well Drilling in New London for many years. Snap enjoyed hobby farming, shack hopping during the hunting season, and watching westerns and war movies. He served his country as a field medic in the US Army during the Vietnam War.
He is survived by his wife Sharon; father John, New London; three sons: J.J. (Wendy) Hintzke, New London, Jay P. Hintzke, New London and Jason (Lindsey) Hintzke, New London; two brothers, Jim (Jeannie) Hintzke, New London and Jan (Anita) Hintzke, Altoona; a sister Judith Walker-Jensen, LaCrosse; and 5 grandchildren: Jaid, Johnny, Josie, Jalaina, and Jackson. He is further survived by an Uncle Frances Hintzke and numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
His mother Elaine, an infant brother Jay and father and mother in-law, Donald (Marvella) Van Straten preceded him in death.
Funeral mass for Snap will be held on Thursday, February 14, 2013, at 11:00 a.m. at Most Precious Blood Catholic Church, New London with Fr. Arul Joseph Irudamoney officiating. Burial will be in the parish cemetery. Visitation will be held at the Cline & Hanson Funeral Home on Wednesday from 4-8 p.m. and also at the church on Thursday from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service.
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Wendy and Family, Jay and Family, and to the family of Snap Hinzke.
Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving, funny memories to forever hold in your hearts. I'm sure Snap gave you many.
Thinking of you at this difficult time.
Toby and Pam Dent
February 17, 2013
Sharon,I want you to know you and your family will be in my prayers at this time. So sorry for your loss.keep the faith and god bless.
Anita Pennings
February 15, 2013
In memory of "Snap"
February 15, 2013
Sharon, my prayers are with you.
February 15, 2013
Hi Sharon,
I am your first cousin Andy Van Straten. You don't know me well, I am Russell's son. I wanted to express my deepest sympathy to you for your loss of Snap. I met him different times while hunting up on M. I always thought he was funny. You will be in my thoughts and prayers. Be nice and patient with yourself while you heal, it takes alot of time. God's healing peace be with you.
February 15, 2013
Our thought and prayers are with you Sharon and your entire family. We are here for you always.
Kathy & Tim Weiland
February 14, 2013
Our prayers are with all of you. We are so sorry for Snaps passing.
Peggy Hendricks Family
February 14, 2013
Sharon, You and your family have our deepest sympathy. Our prayers are with you all.
Bonnie Bartel
February 14, 2013
To Sharon and family,
Thinking of you during this difficult time with losing your husband, father, grampa. Peace be with you all. May happy memories stay with you whenever you are thinking of your loved one. Sincerely,
Joan Hoel
Joan Hoel
February 13, 2013
Our Heartfelt prayers and condolences are with you during this time of loss and sorrow.
Paul,Karla, Laura and Cassie Hoffman
February 13, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers for the family for your loss.
Andy & Sue Brigham
February 13, 2013
May God Bless you and you whole family J.J and Wendy thru this time of sorrow!
Duenas Family
February 13, 2013
So sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. God bless.
Steve & Brenda Matic
February 13, 2013
Sharon and family...our deepest sympathy for your loss.
Tom and Evelyn Ruppel
February 13, 2013
Our thoughts and prayer for the entire Hintzke family. Snap will be missed by all. God Bless. - Bob & Kathy Brown
February 13, 2013
Sharon, so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family.
Joanne Read
February 12, 2013
The Drilling world will miss you Snap.
The Cooper Family
February 12, 2013
So sorry for your loss
Sandy-Ken Carew
February 12, 2013
Sharon and Family..So sorry to hear of your loss
Jim&Margie Schneider
February 12, 2013
Thoughts and prayers are with the entire hintzke family. corey & cj johnson
corey johnson
February 12, 2013
Jason,Lindsey& Family,Our thoughts and prayers to you .
Cindy&Tom Simpson
February 12, 2013
OUR PRAYERS GO OUT TO YOU THE ARIZOLAS
February 12, 2013
ARE PRAYERS AND THOUGHTS GO OUT TO YOU FRANK AND LAURIE ARIZOLA
February 12, 2013
Sharon, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time in your lives. Mark & Geri Schmidt
February 12, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Sorry for your loss.
patty schinke
February 12, 2013
Our thoughts & prayers go out to your family
Brad & Dorothy Wright
February 12, 2013
Our sympathy to the Hintzke family. Everyone has a Snap story. Rest in Peace.
Larry & Debbie Banda
February 12, 2013
Hintzke Family...Very sorry for your loss. My sympathy to you all!
Nancy Hager (Wendy's Aunt)
February 12, 2013
Sorry for your loss.
Julie Anda
February 12, 2013
Sorry to hear about Snap's passing. Going to miss that great sense of humor. Gone too soon.
Peter and Diane Lutz
February 12, 2013
We're going to miss you!
Jim and Jeanne Hintzke
February 12, 2013
GOING TO MISS YOU SNAP MY HEART GOES OUT TO THE FAMILY
WILLIE
February 12, 2013
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