Donald A. Hines, 92

Donald A. Hines was born December 10, 1931 at Tuthill, SD to Gerald and Anna (Cunningham) Hines. He passed away September 2, 2023 at the Brown County Hospital in Ainsworth, NE.

Don married Shirleigh Shebal on January 3, 1951. To this union two children were born, Cindy and Gary.

Most of their life was spent in Bennett County, where they ranched, farmed and did custom haying. Due to health concerns, their later years were spent in Ainsworth. Life in both places was blessed with family, wonderful neighbors and friends.

Don enjoyed his family, the ranch and his cattle. He loved hunting and became an avid collector of Winchesters, saddles and spurs.

He leaves to mourn his passing, his wife, Shirleigh of Ainsworth; daughter, Cindy Buckles of Ainsworth; son, Gary (Andrea) Hines of Martin, SD; five grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; brother, Kenny (Beverly) Hines of Tuthill; sister, Janet (Harlan) Reckling of Nixa, MO; special family, Kevin (Robin) Schuetz of Long Pine, NE; along with nieces, nephews and other family members.

Memorial Graveside Services were held Thursday, September 7, 2023 at Martin Community Cemetery in Martin with Pastor Martin Leeper officiating at the service. Casketbearers were Mark VonHeeder, Tony Buckles, Kevin Heath, Grant Moreland, Christopher Juhnke and Dave Hudson.

Memorials are suggested to the family for future designation. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.hochfuneralhome.com.