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LYNN HINDS Obituary
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Lynn Hinds, well known for his radio talk shows and as the host of WTAE- Channel 4's AM Pittsburgh from 1972 until 1983, died Saturday, April 5, 2014. Lynn also created and hosted The Pennsylvania Game for which he won an award for excellence from the Pennsylvania Broadcaster's Association. Lynn spent the majority of his life teaching: Princeton and Pittsburgh Theological Seminaries, Duquesne University, Penn State University, West Virginia University, and retired as professor emeritus from Drury University, Springfield, MO. Survivors include his wife, Cynthia Hinds; a daughter, Dr. Shelly Lear and husband, Jim of Geneva, NY; son, Jeff; two grandsons, Jamey and Luke; one great-granddaughter, Alyssa of Pittsburgh; and son, Robb Hinds of Piscataway, NJ; and his brother, John Hinds; and two nephews, J.R. and Nate of Akron Ohio; his in-laws, William and Josephine Holland of Pittsburgh; sisters-in-law, Maryclare Jones, husband, Peter and sons, Reed and Will of Ashburn, VA and Dr. Christa Johnson, husband, Dr. Mark Johnson and children, Ashley, Nathan and Abigail of Elizabethtown, PA; and brother-in-law, David Sundo and his daughter, Danielle Reynolds and husband, Brett of Pittsburgh, PA. Burial will be in a private ceremony in Hillside Memorial Cemetery in Akron, Ohio. Memorial contributions may be made to Capital Caring Hospice, 2900 Telestar Court, Falls Church, VA 22042 to benefit the Fredericksburg, VA office. Online guest book is at:
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Ralph Kirtland
June 19, 2025
I had Professor Hinds as an instructor at Penn State as I was working toward my Broadcast Journalism degree. While I never went into the field, I do remember many moments from his class, which was a lab in which we used the school's TV studio to put together newscasts and interviews.
One moment that is indelibly etched in my mind was when Professor Hinds gave everyone the assignment of pretending to be live in front of a courthouse when the verdict in a murder trial came in. All of us in the class fumbled for the words to say - using way too many - when it was time to step in front of the camera (keep in mind that this was long before everyone became comfortable making selfie videos). After we each botched our attempt, Professor Hinds took the microphone, stepped in front of the camera, and cool as a cucumber simply said, "The verdict is in and the verdict is guilty." This lesson of "getting to the point" served me well in the corporate world.
Joe Negri
April 3, 2021
Blessings to Lynn Hinds and his family on this anniversary date. We worked professionally for a few years at WTAE TV.
He was a real pro. Remembering him with love today.
Joe Negri
April 3, 2020
It is really hard to believe that Lynn has been gone since 2014 Thinking of him-
A real professional .. It was good to be able to share the Television screen with him.
Howard Kaplan
July 2, 2017
Watching the Pennsyvania Game each week broadcast from State College was the high point of my week. I cannot tell you how much joy that gave me. I only wish I had taped those shows or that they were still available somewhere. I never saw Lynn in any of his other TV appearances, but I'm sure that others must have enjoyed his upbeat personality as much as I did. He will be missed.
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May 9, 2014
Rest in peace, dear friend. I so enjoyed working with you on "A.M. Pittsburgh" in the '70's. Love to you, Cindy. Ann Carra, Evanston IL
Guy & Eda Bates
April 28, 2014
Dear Cindy, Eda & I just learned of Lynn's passing. We're so sorry! We wish the best for you during this difficult time. Guy
Darlene Couch
April 10, 2014
I so enjoyed watching Mr. Hinds on Am Pgh. He was such a knowledgeable and kind person! You will be greatly missed! My deepest sympathies to your family!
Roz Blank
April 10, 2014
So sorry to hear of Lynn's passing. He will always be remembered in Pittsburgh.
April 10, 2014
Was very sorry to hear of Lynn,s passing he was a good friend & classmate in high school.Ive thought of him often thru the years. Ed Mitchell Barco N.C.
Jeff Roteman
April 9, 2014
So sorry to hear of Lynn's passing. I listened to Lynn on both KQV and WTAE. We spoke a couple of times about radio news and I appreciated his insights. A class act and true gentleman.
Liz Keptner
April 9, 2014
I credit Professor Hinds for a successful 15 year television career. I had him at WVU and he was instrumental in helping me get an internship that eventually helped me break into television. He was a terrific teacher.
April 9, 2014
Remember him well when running audio for Am pittsburgh, sad to hear! Dennis Stickley
Bill Hinds
April 9, 2014
What a fine gentleman. We are not related but the world has lost a great one. My sympathy to the family.
Joe Negri
April 9, 2014
I was really saddened to read about Lynn's passing today in the Post Gazette. We worked together for a while on the AM morning show at WTAE-TV. Not only was he super bright but he was also super nice.
Diane Sanderson
April 9, 2014
Jeff,
I'm so sorry to hear about your dad. Please accept my condolences.
Paul Nagy
April 9, 2014
My sincere condolences to the entire Hinds family. Lynn also taught at Washington & Jefferson College. I had him for a public speaking course and never enjoyed anything more. I've thought of him often over the years and I will pray that his soul will rest in eternal peace. The epitome of class.
April 9, 2014
Have lots of great memories working with Lynn Hinds at Wtae in the early 80's. Sorry to hear of his passing.
Bob Benedik 3ws Radio
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