Robert M. Hinkelman

Family-Placed Obituary

Robert M. Hinkelman Robert M. Hinkelman, of Round Rock, passed peacefully from this world on July 15th, surrounded by the love of his family and friends. He was a wonderful and affectionate father and husband, with a gentle heart and kind words for all. Bob was born July 10, 1919, in Pardeeville, Wis., to Ralph and Lauretta Hinkelman. He graduated with a B.S. from Dickinson College, and obtained his Masters of Theology from S.M.U., after serving four years in the U.S. Army during WWII. He was a United Methodist minister for over 50 years, much beloved and admired. He will be greatly missed not only by his family and friends, but also by the many lives he touched. Bob is survived by the love of his life, wife Eva Grace, of Round Rock, and their three children: Ann Hinkelman-Herndon of Round Rock; Robb and Rhonda Hinkelman, of Austin, and their children, Jason and Angela Hinkelman, Amy Hinkelman, Nathan and Katie Howard, and Derek Howard; and Lisa and Bill Arellano and their children, Zachary and Brittany of Austin, brother Dick Hinkelman of Lewisburg, Pa., "adopted daughter" and caregiver, Victoria Garcia of Round Rock, and many lovely friends, neighbors, and previous co-workers at RRUMC. The family wishes to thank the staff of Girling Health Care Services, the staff of Southern Care Hospice, Dr. Tom Falvey, and RN Babette Frith for their excellent care during his brief illness. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to United Methodist Church of Round Rock or Habitat for Humanity. Guest book online at statesman.com A memorial service will be held Monday, July 18, 2005, at 7:00 p.m., at Round Rock United Methodist Church. Please join us in Celebrating the life of a dear man who Blessed many in his Daily Walk.