Passed away at Highfield Lifecare on Saturday, January 31, 2026, at the age of 96 years. Loved son of the late Edwin and Georgina Hinks. Loved brother of Joy (dec), Shirley and Ian Matheson (dec), Marion Hinks (dec), Phil and Joyce Hinks (both dec), Helen and David Robinson (both dec). Loved and respected uncle of all his nieces and nephews (3 generations of) and a loved and respected member of St Mary's congregation. A funeral service for John will be held at St Mary's Anglican Church, 24 Church Street, on Wednesday, February 4 at 11.30am. In lieu of flowers, donations to St Mary's Church would be appreciated and may be left at the service. Messages to the Hinks Family, C/- Betts Funeral Services, Box 772, Timaru 7940.

Published by Timaru Herald on Feb. 2, 2026.