Hindman

Sherell E. Hindman, 81, formerly of Emlenton, passed away Friday evening, Sept. 2, 2022, at Autumn Grove Healthcare Center in Harrisville, following a lengthy illness.

Born in Butler on Oct. 23, 1940, he was the son of the late James Leroy “Buck” and Dorothy Hutchison Hindman.

He was a 1958 graduate of Northern Butler School District, now Moniteau.

Sherell served for over four years with the U.S. Navy, from 1962 to 1966, and was honorably discharged with the rank of PC3 (E-4). He was awarded the Vietnam Service Medal, National Defense Service Medal (NDSM), and Good Conduct Medal.

He was a member of both the VFW and American Legion.

He was employed in the limestone mining industry most of his adult life as both a heavy equipment operator and foreman. His main employment was with Emlenton Limestone.

Mr. Hindman was a member of North Washington Presbyterian Church in earlier years.

Sherell was an avid hunter, and enjoyed attending NASCAR racing events.

He is survived by a limited number of relatives and many personal friends.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Garrie L. and Delton L. Hindman.

Sherell’s family wishes to express their heartfelt and sincere gratitude to all of his care givers from Transitions Healthcare Autumn Grove and the VA Hospital.

HINDMAN — Visitation for Sherell E. Hindman, who died Friday, Sept. 2, 2022, will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 6, 2022, at H. JACK BUZARD FUNERAL HOME, 201 S. Washington St., Eau Claire, where a Masonic service will be conducted at 8 p.m. by F&AM Lodge 521 of Parker City.

American Legion and VFW services will be held at 10:45 a.m. Wednesday.

A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.

Private interment will follow at North Washington Union Cemetery, where he shall be laid to rest with his parents.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials in his name to Mechling-Shakely Veterans Home, Route 68, Cowansville, PA 16218.

To view or send condolences or memorial cards, visit www.buzardfuneralhomes.com.

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