Sarah Hinton

Sara Hinton, beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully at the age of 98. Born on June 14, 1926, in South Carolina to Ollie and James Bonneau, Sara lived a life full of love, family, and cherished memories. Sara moved to New York City as a young woman, where she met and married the love of her life, Thomas Hinton, in 1947. They enjoyed over 30 years of marriage until Thomas’s passing in 1978. Their union was blessed with three children: Steven, Dennis, and Nancy (deceased). Sara also embraced her stepson, Thomas Jr., as one of her own. Her legacy continues through her numerous grandchildren, great- grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren, as well as a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends who will all miss her dearly. Preceded in death by her four sisters, Mary, Martha, Josephine, and MaeBell, and her three brothers, Oliver, Frank, and Joseph, Sara was the last surviving member of her immediate family. Despite the loss of so many loved ones, she remained a strong and independent woman, living on her own until the age of 96. Sara was the heart of her family, known for her warmth, generosity, and the joy she found in spending Sundays with her loved ones. She had a passion for cooking, especially her famous fried chicken, macaroni and cheese, and collard greens; a meal that her family fondly remembers as being unrivaled, even putting Colonel Sanders to shame. Sara also loved playing Bingo and poker, sitting on her porch, and watching her favorite game shows, Jeopardy and Wheel of Fortune. The family wishes to extend a special thank you to the nurses who provided exceptional care for Sara in her final years. They would also like to express their deep gratitude to Keane for lovingly preparing meals for Sara, ensuring she continued to enjoy her favorite foods. Sara’s life was a testament to the importance of family, love, and resilience. Her memory will live on in the hearts of all who were fortunate enough to know her. To honor the memory of our Family Matriarch, we reflect on the words of the poem, The Broken Chain by Ron Tranmer: We little knew day that God was going to call your name, In life we loved you dearly; in death we do the same It broke our hearts to lose you, you did not go alone. For part of us went with you, the day God called you home You left us peaceful memories, your love is still our guide, And though we cannot see you, you are always at our side Our family chain is broken, and nothing seems the same, But as God call us one by one, the chain will link again.

Sarah Hinton

June 14, 1926 - August 22, 2024