William Frank Hinkle, 60, passed away on March 9, 2024. He was born on April 14, 1963 in Danville, IL to William F. Hinkle and Mary (Priest) Hinkle. William enjoyed fishing, collecting, playing pool, and singing karaoke. In high school, he played football and basketball and was a great chess player. He also loved family gatherings and talking to his sister and nephew on the phone.

He is survived by his mother, children Ashley Hinkle (Kevin Fairchild), Justin Hinkle, Daniel Miller, Eric Hinkle, and Diane Burch; sister Lori Hinkle, and several great nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his father, daughter Brittany Hinkle, brothers Justin Hinkle and Randy Hinkle, sister Peggy (Hinkle) Nose, and several aunts and uncles.

A visitation will be held on Friday, March 15, 2024 from 11 am to 1 pm EDT (10:00 am to 12:00 PM CDT) at Georgetown Friends Church located at 301 S Main St, Georgetown, IL 61846. A service will start at 1:00 pm EDT (12:00 pm CDT) at the church. Burial will follow at Newport Cemetery. Online condolences can be made at www.samaritanfunerals.com.