This is Tetiana Povtoreiko, Dean’s wife. I am truly sad to share the news that Dean Hinton passed away last Friday. He was admitted to the hospital on January 7th with acute breathing issues related to emphysema and Covid. Dean passed away with his wife, family, and friends nearby.

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Dean was a loving husband, father, cousin, classmate, and dear friend to more people than you can imagine. If you knew Dean, memories of him would bring a smile to your face. Dean's laugh was infectious and he was passionate about people, politics, music, art and world travel. On a whim, Dean would often plan road trips halfway across the country or around the world to share an adventure with a friend. Dean loved life, cared about people, and was always trying to help those less fortunate.

Over early summer of 2021 Dean, Tetiana, and son, Deanie, made a month-long road trip traveling to Myrtle beach, Savannah, Jacksonville, New Orleans, Houston, and Corpus Cristi. One of the big highlights included a trip to Disney World. In August, Dean and Tetiana traveled to Ukraine and Egypt spending time with family in Kiev and relaxing on the beaches of the Red Sea.

“Your loving smile your gentle face – No one can fill your vacant place...”

There was never a dull moment when we would travel and Dean had an unbelievable zest for life and the unexplored world!

Dean's family is hosting a reception on Friday, February 18, 2022. For those who are able to attend in person please review the link in the “Services” section on the left margin. For family and friends who have fond stories, memories, or photos of Dean; please share them in the “Guestbook” and/or the “Timeline” found on the left margin of this site. Please join the family to help celebrate Dean’s life.

Our memories will keep Dean alive in our hearts.

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