Jacqueline M. Hinks

1961 - 2016

Jacqueline M. Hinks, 55, of Punxsutawney, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday morning, May 26, 2016, with her loving lifelong partner of over 32 years, "Coach" John F. Smith, by her side following a courageous battle with cancer.
Jackie was born in Niagara Falls, N.Y. on April 20, 1961, a daughter of the late John E. Hinks and Joann (Hinks) Phelps. Her mother, Joann survives and resides in Curwensville.
Jackie had a tremendous vivacious personality, enjoying life to the absolute fullest. Her bubbly smile and sparkling demeanor overflowed and were infectious to everyone she encountered. Jackie possessed a sense of enthusiasm for travel and adventure, exploring new places with her lifelong companion, John F. Smith (former Punxsy High School coach and teacher) as often as time permitted. Some of their favorite getaway spots included Florida, Las Vegas, New Orleans, San Francisco, Niagara Falls, Cape Cod and Ocean City, Maryland, and virtually every spot in between. They loved to travel together and were each other's best traveling companions. Jackie and John were inseparable. He was dedicated to athletics, and she was dedicated to him.
Jackie was previously employed by Brody's of Clearfield, was a cosmetic buyer and delighted in women's fashion, jewelry and collecting handbags. She had also worked for J.C.A.R.C., where she loved to take individuals on trips and outings.
She was a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles, Italian Sons and Daughters of America, and the Walston Club.
Besides her zeal for fashion, she loved her "little" herb garden and her assortment of plants. Jackie also enjoyed spending time in the kitchen and was quite a gourmet cook. In addition to traveling and tending to her little herb garden, Jackie cherished spending time with her best friend and life-long partner John. The two were a match made in heaven and deeply loved each other and the time they spent together.
Jackie is survived by her lifelong partner, John F. Smith; her mother, Joann (Hinks) Phelps; and two brothers, John and Fred Hinks, both of Hyde, Pa.
She was preceded in death by her father, John E. Hinks.
Family and friends will be received at the Shumaker Funeral Home, Inc., of Punxsutawney from noon to 4 p.m. Sunday, May 29, 2016. A funeral service will be held at the funeral home immediately following visitation at 4 p.m. and officiated by Pastor Doug Wolf.
Memorial donations may be made in Jackie's memory to J.C.A.R.C, c/o Marie Elkin, PO Box 232, Delancey, PA 15733.
Interment will be private at the Adrian-Anita Catholic Cemetery.
Online condolences may be made at www.shumakerfh.com.