Obituary of Paulette Hinkle

Paulette C. Hinkle (nee Flowers) Age 68, of Minooka, passed away Tuesday, June 25, 2013 at the Joliet Area Community Hospice Home. Born in Lansing, IL on August 4, 1944 to the late William E. and Eva H. (nee Hughes) Flowers, she was raised in Harvey, IL. She was a resident of Chetek, WI before relocating to Minooka. She enjoyed playing bingo, crafting, fishing and traveling. Survived by her daughters, Shannon (Ron) Gamble, and Tracy (Scott) Budlove; grandchildren, Gabby and Trevor Gamble, Justin Pikorz, Ashley, Josh and Faith Budlove; her great-granddaughter, Avery Pikorz; and companion Arnold "Arnie" Carlson also survives. Preceded in death by her husband, Dennis Hinkle; parents; and 13 brothers and sisters. Funeral Services for Paulette C. Hinkle will be held on Saturday, June 29, 2013 at the Fred C. Dames Funeral Home, 3200 Black at Essington Rd., Joliet at 11:00 a.m. Rev. Jim McGuire officiating. Visitation will be SATURDAY MORNING from 9 a.m. until time of services at 11 a.m. As it was Paulette's request, Cremation Rites have been accorded. In lieu of flowers, memorials in her name to the Joliet Area Community Hospice home would be appreciated. For information, (815) 741-5500 or www.fredcdames.com