Mr. William Earl Hinkelmann
March 8, 1948 – July 31, 2021
Mr. William Earl Hinkelmann, age 73, of Valley Head, Alabama passed away on Saturday, July 31, 2021 at his residence. Mr. Hinkelmann was born on March 8, 1948 in Elyria, Ohio to Howard Hugo Hinkelmann & Mary Suhanic Hinkelmann. He was an Electronics Technician at Bellsouth before retiring from there.
He is survived by:
Wife: Phyllis Hinkelmann
Sons: Anthony Earl Hinkelmann (Wayne Davis) & Scott Hinkelmann (Maria)
Grandsons: Will Hinkelmann & Walt Hinkelmann
Brother: Howard Hinkelmann (Susan)
Sister: Elaine Hatch
In lieu of flowers the family requests donations to the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (https://donate.lls.org)
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Funeral
Date of Funeral: Sunday, August 1, 2021
Funeral Location: Graveside Service at Valley Head Cemetery
Funeral Time: 11:00 AM
Officiating: Bro. Jeremy Dupree
Burial
Date of Burial: Sunday, August 1, 2021
Burial Location: Valley Head Cemetery
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Elaine and Howard my heart goes out to you in the loss of your brother. Even though we’ve not seen one another in years the Hinkleman family are special to me.
I pray God will give you all peace now and the days ahead.
I pray God will give you all peace now and the days ahead.
Dear Sweet Phyllis,
I was so sorry to hear about the loss of your husband. Billy was in my brothers High School graduating class & although I didn’t know him well, I’m sure he was a terrific guy if you choose him for your husband. Phyllis, I have thought of you often throughout these past years & when I recall our FHS CLASS of 69’ class reunion, I regret not taking the time to really visit with you & catch up on all the things going on in your life. There is a reason why that happened ~ it had nothing to do with you, sweet Phyllis….but the reason is best explained over the phone. Please know that I have always treasured our friendship. You were one of the first people I met when I started at Elberta Middle School & you made me feel so welcome & accepted me as a friend from day one. That meant more to me than you will ever know. You made those 3 years Elberta so much fun! I’m sure the loss of Bill is devastating for you & your family. Please know that I am sending love & prayers for comfort & healing for your loss each day. I have tried, dear friend, to find your phone number because I would love to talk, catch up& get reacquainted. My phone # is 404-242-5245 . Of course, I completely understand that you are going through a most difficult, overwhelming time in your life right now so please do not feel any obligation to call . When I lost my husband I didn’t really didn’t want to reach out to people for months. You have my love, my friendship, & my complete understanding. With respect & affection, Millie Cooper Dusek
I was so sorry to hear about the loss of your husband. Billy was in my brothers High School graduating class & although I didn’t know him well, I’m sure he was a terrific guy if you choose him for your husband. Phyllis, I have thought of you often throughout these past years & when I recall our FHS CLASS of 69’ class reunion, I regret not taking the time to really visit with you & catch up on all the things going on in your life. There is a reason why that happened ~ it had nothing to do with you, sweet Phyllis….but the reason is best explained over the phone. Please know that I have always treasured our friendship. You were one of the first people I met when I started at Elberta Middle School & you made me feel so welcome & accepted me as a friend from day one. That meant more to me than you will ever know. You made those 3 years Elberta so much fun! I’m sure the loss of Bill is devastating for you & your family. Please know that I am sending love & prayers for comfort & healing for your loss each day. I have tried, dear friend, to find your phone number because I would love to talk, catch up& get reacquainted. My phone # is 404-242-5245 . Of course, I completely understand that you are going through a most difficult, overwhelming time in your life right now so please do not feel any obligation to call . When I lost my husband I didn’t really didn’t want to reach out to people for months. You have my love, my friendship, & my complete understanding. With respect & affection, Millie Cooper Dusek
Billy was best man for my wedding when I married my wife, his cousin Joyce in 1965. He couldn't keep a straight face through the wedding and always kept everyone smiling throughout his life. We loved every minute of knowing him.
So sorry for your loss. Prayers for you and your family.
Spent my childhood years with Billy and his siblings in Elberta. He was my cousin. Always known for his shenanigans! Many, Many good memories.
Hink will be truly missed. I had the pleasure of working with him for several years! He made the best chocolate chip cookies! He always had a wonderful smile and could always make you laugh. I will keep all of you in my prayers.
Phyllis, my heart is breaking for you and your family. I know how difficult this time is for you right now. Hold on to your faith and trust God for your comfort and peace. We love you.
I have worked with Maria Hinkelmann for many years. I heard countless wonderful stories about Oma and Opa. I know you both were such a big help to Maria. I am so sorry for your loss.
Phyllis you and your family are in our prayers we love y'all
Sorry to hear this. We were in the same National Guard company, 180th signal. RIP.
I was a class mate with Bill. So sorry! Prayers for your family.
He was my cousin and I only wish I could have lived nearer to him. He was very funny and witty. What an adventurer! Sorry for your loss
UB… you were one of a kind! Your zest for living life and doing your own thing was admirable. Your fashion sense (or lack there of) will always stand out to me! You could always make me laugh! Thank you for loving on my kids when they were younger! They always enjoyed Uncle Billy time ❤️
So very sorry to hear of Bill's passing. What a wonderful guy. Had the pleasure of working with him for many years. Always so friendly and such a sense of humor.. Prayers for all of you.
So sorry for your loss. Y'all are in my prayers
My dearest friend I am so heart broken to turn my computer on and to read about Billy, he fought a good fight but God needed him more, he’s in no more pain or sorrow and dancing among the Angels! RIP Billy, May the peace of the Lord be with you not only today but all the days ahead. I am here if you want to talk when things settle down some! I will always be here for you! I love you my friend and my heart is 💔, Prayers for you and your family!🙏🏻🙏🏻♥️♥️♥️
My Sincere Condolences to you, My 1969 Foley High School Classmate, Phyllis. God will make you Strong AGAIN, TRUST IN OUR HEAVENLY FATHER
So sorry for your loss. Prayers for comfort.
He will truly be missed!