Mr. James "Black Hammer" Hinkston

Mr. James "Black Hammer" Hinkston obituary

Mr. James "Black Hammer" Hinkston

James Hinkston Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Winnfield Memorial Funeral Home - Winnfield on Oct. 29, 2025.

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A Celebration of Life for Mr. James "Black Hammer" Hinkston will be held on Saturday November 1, 2025 at 11am at New Zion Missionary Baptist Church 430 West Jones St. Winnfield, La 71483. A public viewing will be at 9am until the time of service. Pastor Theresa Hall Lard of the Community Outreach Ministry will be officiating.

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