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Christopher Brian "Chris" Hinkle

1971 - 2022

Christopher Brian "Chris" Hinkle obituary, 1971-2022, Butler, PA

BORN

1971

DIED

2022

Christopher Hinkle Obituary

CW4 (Ret.) Christopher "Chris" Brian Hinkle, on Wednesday, Aug. 17, 2022, at 9:37 a.m. Japan Standard Time, took his last flight, trading his Blackhawk rotors for his angel wings. He crossed over peacefully, his loving wife and children by his side.
Chris was a humble and decorated Airborne Infantry Ranger and Army Aviator, proudly serving and protecting America for over 20 years on active duty. Serving more than 36 months in combat, earning multiple awards and decorations for his bravery and service to the nation.
A 1989 graduate of Slippery Rock High School, he enlisted in the U.S. Army in 1996, becoming a warrant officer in 2000. Chris, along with his brother Todd, was a founding member of Portersville/Muddy Creek EMS, as well as a lifetime member of Portersville/Muddy Creek Volunteer Fire Dept.
Chris is survived by his wife, Angelia, and his children, Joey, Bryan, Aiden and Kiyomi, all of Yamato City, Japan; his parents, Bob and Betty Hinkle of Portersville; his siblings, Terri Raisley, Todd Hinkle (Ronda) and Jonathan Hinkle; and his nieces, nephews and many friends that he cherished as family.
HINKLE - Services with full military honors for Christopher "Chris" Brian Hinkle, who died Wednesday, Aug. 17, 2022, will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday at Moraine State Park, Lakeview Beach, followed by a celebration of life at Prospect Volunteer Fire Dept.

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Published by Butler Eagle on Sep. 19, 2022.

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Eric Twentier

September 21, 2022

Sad to hear he passed. Prayers to his family.

Denna Hays

September 21, 2022

Grateful for all of the years we spent together, with our group of friends, who all became our family. I remember the day Chris came home and told all of us he was going to join the Army. None of us believed him until he came home the next day and had shaved off his hair. Thank you for your service, my friend. You will forever be in our hearts, and we will forever share memories and smiles when we think of you.

Karen Williamson Legato

September 19, 2022

Such a tremendous loss for his family and friends. Chriss was a very good friend to my son, Chad, who died tragically at age 20. Chris was a rock that Shannon and I leaned on. Will never forget his support and the many hugs that he sent our way.

Mary Lou Gallatin

September 19, 2022

There are no words how much you will be missed. But my memory of Chris is when he opened his Leather Shop on Rt 108 in Plain Grove!! God´s Blessings to your family !!

Jamie Gillis

September 18, 2022

I am so saddened to hear of Chris´s passing. All of my love and comfort goes out to the entire Hinkle family. It was my absolute pleasure and delight to have known Chris growing up. Proud of him and the life he created and lived. His service to our country was amazing! Peace be with my sweet "Rinkle" Jamie Callahan-Gillis

Eleana (Stupak) Thomas

September 18, 2022

I am sorry to hear of his passing, he was a very nice guy.
Sympathies to all.

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Celebration of Life

Prospect Volunteer Fire Dept.

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Service

2:00 p.m.

Moraine State Park, Lakeview Beach

PA

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