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Paul Hinshaw Obituary
November 17, 1935 - September 27, 2022
Paul Hinshaw, 86, passed away peacefully at home September 27, 2022. He was born November 17, 1935, to Gurney and Irma Hobson Hinshaw in Yadkin County. He graduated from Boonville High School in 1953. He received his BA and MA from the former Appalachian State Teacher's College now Appalachian State University. He began his career teaching and coaching at North Surry High School and Mount Airy High Schools in Surry County. He continued his teaching and coaching at Surry Community College while also serving as athletic director, until he moved to the position of director of Continuing Education in Yadkin County with Surry Community College. He served Surry Community College for 27 years until his retirement in 1994. Paul led an active life centered around Charity Baptist Church where he was a deacon, Sunday school teacher and contributed to many committees. He also enjoyed golf, hunting, fishing and farming but was especially proud of his family and enjoyed any time they could all be together. Paul was preceded in death by his parents; and his four brothers, Gray, Howell, Glyce and Franklin. He is survived by his loving wife, Letty of 65 years; sons, Brad (Glenda) of Lewisville, Garrett (Beth) of Hickory; 5 grandchildren, Jordan (Chase) Macaione, Denton, Garrison, Davis, and Addie; 3 great-grandchildren, Ryan, Theo and Juliet. Family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m., on September 30th, at Gentry Funeral Home, 5108 US 601 Hwy., Yadkinville, NC 27055. A funeral service will be conducted at 11 a.m., on October 1st, at Charity Baptist Church, 1500 Charity Church Rd., Boonville, NC 27011, by Pastor Marty Nixon and former Pastor Eddie Driver. Burial will follow the service at Charity Baptist Church Cemetery. The family would like to thank the Mountain Valley Hospice and Palliative Care team and many family and friends who cared for our family during this time. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to either Mountain Valley Hospice and Palliatives Care at www.mountainvalleyhospice.org or Surry Community College Foundation at www.surry.edu/donate. Online condolences can be made at www.gentryfuneralservice.com. Gentry Family Funeral Service in Yadkinville is serving the Hinshaw family.
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Dennis Lowe
October 29, 2022
Paul was an important influence in my life. In my youth, I was so fortunate to be a student of his and later, privileged to be able to work with him at SCC. He was a positive influence on me during a formative portion of my young life, always saying beneficial things that made me see what I could be in the future. His influence helped me to become a much healthier and more optimistic adult, and I have led a happier, more fulfilling life because of him. I told Paul on several occasions how much I appreciated his influence on me as a young man, and now I am glad to have an opportunity to share that with you, the reader. The world would be a much better place if there were more men like Paul Hinshaw.
DL Turbyfill
October 5, 2022
I offer my most sincerest condolences to Dr. Hinshaw and his family.
Kristy Wooten
October 5, 2022
As an employee of CVCC, I would like to offer my condolences to Dr. Garrett Hinshaw and his family for their loss.
Melissa Bruce
October 2, 2022
My heart goes our to you all. He was a fine man and P.E. teacher. Prayers for comfort and peace.
Melissa (Reinhardt) Bruce.
Tim Caudle
October 1, 2022
Sorry for your loss, I liked paul alot
Susan Shore
October 1, 2022
Paul and Letty were my church family, neighbors, and babysitters when I was younger. I thought a lot of both of them. I thought so much of Paul that, before I knew better, he was Paul in the Bible in my mind. He will be missed.
Jerry and Pat Murphy
September 30, 2022
Dear Letty; we are greatly saddened to hear of Paul's passing. Just today; I was concerned about the safety of family members in the Carolinas as hurricane Ian moved from Florida towards the Appalachians. We cousins have have lost many of our family. You and Paul are in my memories as gentle members of our families over these many years.
Emily Brown
September 30, 2022
Emily Brown and Yvonne Ijames
Brenda Hobson Scott
September 30, 2022
Thinking of you during this time of sorrow. Hugs and prayers to the family.
Danny Reece
September 30, 2022
As a youth involved in sports while growing up in Boonville, I have fond memories of Mr. Hinshaw. He was a kind man and great teacher. My deepest condolences to Letty, Brad, Garrett and their families.
Twainette Boyles, MASH
September 29, 2022
Prayers for the family for strength, peace and comfort. He will certainly be missed.
Diane Shelton Fox
September 29, 2022
My deepest sympathy to the family of Letty and Paul Hinshaw. I remember well Paul who was a teacher at North Surry when I was a student and a member of Coach Letty's varsity basketball team in the early years. My thoughts are with you all at this time.
Diane Shelton Fox
Joni Absher
September 29, 2022
Prayers to the family during this time! Sending prayers and love from Florida
Algie Gatewood
September 29, 2022
Dear Letty,
Alamance Community College would like to extend our deepest sympathy for the loss of your husband, Paul. Losing a loved one is something most of us will inevitably confront, but it nonetheless remains one of the most heart-rending moments we face in life.
Please know that all of us at Alamance Community College share in your grief and sorrow, and are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Dr. Algie Gatewood, President
Alamance Community College
Judy Reece
September 29, 2022
Paul was such a kind and friendly person! Have good memories working with him and Letty at Surry Community College. Love and prayers for the family.
Hubert and Adine Ijames
September 29, 2022
Sending Prayers that the Family will hold to God's hand and know that he is in a better place.
Tim Gough
September 28, 2022
Mr. Hinshaw was my PE teacher at Surry community college ,great guy and I know he will be missed.
Steve Ijames
September 28, 2022
Dear Lettie, condolences to you and all your family from Ann and I.
Susanne Swinnie
September 28, 2022
Thoughts and prayers for your family during this difficult time.
Cheryl Bray
September 28, 2022
Thinking of all of you. Paul was such a great influence to so many. All my love
Libby Cooper
September 27, 2022
So Sorry Letty Brad and Garrett he was a great person and he will be missed
Kathryn Edmonds
September 27, 2022
Mr. Hinshaw was such a kind person when I worked at the college. Sorry to hear of his passing.
Bonnie & Lee Beck
September 27, 2022
To Letty & family
Our hearts & prayers to you all. Paul was a sweet & very kind person. You guys are like family to us. He will be deeply missed. Lots of love & hugs.
Anita Bullin
September 27, 2022
Paul was such a kind and gracious person. I know he will be missed. Praying for the family.
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