Deborah B. Hinton

April 7, 1953 - January 17, 2021

Vine Street Hill Cemetery

3701 Vine St.

Cincinnati, OH 45220

Deborah (Debbie) B. Hinton was the first of four children born to the union of Robert L. Hinton and Joan L. Hinton (nee Forney). She graduated from Walnut Hills High School in 1971 and attended the Ohio State University.
After college, Debbie held numerous retail management positions. In recent years, she worked for REI and Sam’s Club. From 2008-2010, Debbie served as Assistant Manager of Field Operations for the U.S. Census Bureau office based in Cincinnati. It was a coveted position for her.
Debbie was also active in the community. She served 25 years as one of the coordinators of the Midwest Region Black Family Reunion.
As a faithful member of Lee Chapel AME Church, Debbie was a member of the Women’s Missionary Society and her love for children led her to serve as YPD (Young People’s Division) Director for a long period of time. For many years, she organized Lee Chapel’s Thanksgiving outreach event and received accolades from the church drivers for her effectiveness coordinating each aspect of this ministry. It was a ministry dear to Debbie’s heart. She loved seeing the looks of excitement on the people’s face as they ate, sang songs, and received gifts. She co-chaired Women’s Day for five years, designing and printing the bulletins. She used her outstanding organizational skills as project manager for many other church events including fundraising dinners and the annual Mardi Gras event. She directed several plays, was a contributing writer for the church newsletter Chapel Chat, and played on the Lee Chapel softball team. Debbie was loved by her church family and was a great leader and servant of God.
Second only to the Lord, Debbie loved her family. She put a lot of energy into bringing everyone together and keeping them connected. She never let important dates or events in the lives of family or friends be forgotten or go unacknowledged; and she treasured taking and collecting family photos and family heirlooms passed down through the generations. She also loved the broader Black American family, and was an avid collector of Black books, stamps, art and any memorabilia that documented the Black experience.
Last but certainly not least, Debbie was an accomplished seamstress, making most of her own clothes and sharing her talents by making clothes for family and friends. Debbie was always very stylish and impeccably dressed.
Debbie departed this life peacefully on Sunday, January 17, 2021 at age 67.
She was predeceased by her parents and her brother, James Thorpe. She is survived by brothers, Maurice (Danita) Hinton of Antioch, CA and Robin Hinton of Cincinnati, OH; sisters, Yolanda “Jinx” Hinton of Yorktown, VA, Brenda Winstead of Cincinnati, OH, Danita (Nic) Newman of Benson, MN and Amaris (Faith Lundin) Hinton of Fargo, ND; aunt Carole (Fletcher) Tukes of Montgomery Village, MD; nephew Diondre (Erica) Winstead; nieces, Danielle Hinton, Ganice Lyles and Ganene Young, and a host of cousins, other family members and friends.

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Vine Street Hill Cemetery

3701 Vine St.

Cincinnati, OH 45220

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I’m a crossing guard and neighbor friend of Deborah H. Hinton. We spoke almost every day. I remember Deborah donating an American Flag to Roselawn / Condon school. Thank You Deborah.

Deborah was a very accomplished person

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Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.

Condolences and prayers to the family. I remember Debbie’s upbeat personality and her work in the community. Recall her smile as your heart aches and let fond memories ease the pain. She would want it that way.

Vicki Bishop purchased the Clear Memory Frame for the family of Deborah B. Hinton.

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I have known Deb for over 40 years .In all those years I feel the title of Phenomenal Woman of Cincinnati describes her best. I could write a book about her, I could write a song about her but ALL would fall short of how we felt about her. We thank God for the time he allowed her to share her life with all of us. Praying for her Family and Friends. Deborah B Hinton, you are already missed !! JC

DEB in EDEN PARK.

Condolences from Walnut Hills High School, Class of 1971.

God in His mercy and timing allowed me meet Debbie. Though the time of fellowship was brief, like that of being in a flower shop and beholding the beauty and experiencing the uniques fragrances of the flowers, it was very clear that God had done a unique work in her. Humble and gracious and welcoming and refreshing, a glow of life honoring The Most High. I am certain a blessing each time in some way if you took time to notice the detailed facets God placed in His treasure. Thank You Lord for Debbie as she gave glory to her creator. Be with the family to comfort them in the memories of the treasures You shared in her and love demonstrated as she yielded to the visions you gave her of a life blessed and one adored of The Lord. My condolences and prayers to all the family and the friends. May God’s grace wash over your souls and make vivid His eternal promises and assurance one day to behold her again never again to part... Cedric Wooten

My deepest sympathy and condolences to the Hinton Family . May God continue to hold you up during this time of loss.

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She was a neighbor of mine when I was growing on Greenland. My prayers go out to the family and friends of Ms. Debbie.

Our condolences to the family, and prayers. Bettye and James Brock.

To Yolanda Leigh and the Hinton Family: May the depths of the love that comes from God continue to be the source of your comfort, strength and peace during this difficult hour of the passing of Debbie. Her life was the gift of the Lord that we were privileged to know for the brief time of her presence among us. Know that you are in my prayers and we hope that the fragrance of the fruitful aspects of her life continue to linger long among us! In the love and mercies of God, samuel nixon jr., Alexandria, VA Philippians 4:5-8

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JC Cannon purchased the Beautiful Heart Bouquet for the family of Deborah B. Hinton.

Debbie, was a dedicated member of Lee Chaple , she would help where ever she was need, she was very talented, she helped with the black family reunion, well done good and faithful servant. blessings to the family

Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.

“To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord “ sending My most Sincere Condolences to my friend Brenda and the Hinton family. May God give you comfort and strength during this time of mourning. Knowing Deb added joy to my life!

To the family of Debbie from her Obryonville family we love y’all :hearts: Be blessed knowing god has her in his care .With gods grace & comfort The Smith Family :pray::skin-tone-5:

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