of Batesville, AR
July 29, 1936 - January 7, 2022
LaVonne Jobe Hinkley, 85, of Batesville passed away January 7, 2022.
She was born July 29, 1936 in Eldred, Minnesota to Henry and Irene (Wachter) Jobe.
LaVonne was a loving and caring person with a gentle soul who was a caregiver to all. She graduated from high school two years early. She had a unique sense of humor and loved to tend to her flower garden and bake all types of sweets.
Survivors include one son, James Hinkley of Ellendale, North Dakota; one daughter, Jill Hinkley of Batesville, Arkansas; one sister, Joyce Zahler of Westby, Wisconsin; two grandchildren, Nichole Conner (Matthew), and Shelby O'Keefe (Devin); five great-grandchildren, Christian Edwards, Haley Altom, Samuel Conner, Alivia Conner and Roman Conner, as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Newman Hinkley; one daughter, Patti Hinkley; two brothers, and two sisters.
Burial will be held in Eldred, Minnesota at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Cystic Fibrosis Foundation 320 Executive Ct Ste 302, Little Rock, AR 72205 or to Arkansas Children's Hospital 1 Children's Way, Little Rock, AR 72202.
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5 Condolence(s)
Angie Ellis
Sunday, January 9, 2022
I’m so sorry for your loss , Jill. She was a pleasure to work with & you took such good care of her. May you find peace and comfort in your memories.
Lila Wills
Sunday, January 9, 2022
My condolences to Vonnie's family. Love you all
Donna Motes
Sunday, January 9, 2022
So sorry to hear the sad new of your sweet momma passing. My thoughts & prayers are with you and your family as you go thru this sad time.
Liane Guthrie
Saturday, January 8, 2022
Our deepest condolences, I remember your mom talking about your grandmother, I’m glad you had some time with her before her end. She sounded like a lovely lady. Try to remember the good times and know that she is with the Lord now and not in pain anymore.
Ina Lee Henley
Friday, January 7, 2022
So sorry, Nikoe on the loss of your Grandmother. Remember the good memories.