David W. Hindman

Herrin- David Wasson Hindman, 63, of Herrin, passed away at 9:00 PM, Sunday, January 15, 2006 at home. Dave was born March 2, 1942 in Herrin to Tom & Margaret (Wasson) Hindman. He married Sharon Sherry Hunsaker on March 27, 1964 in Hurst. David received his Bachelors degree from Southern Illinois University and his Masters from the University of Illinois. He was awarded a Superintendents Endorsement from SIU. He taught Junior High Science & Math at Hurst-Bush and then worked for the State of Illinois Election Board. After serving as Assistant Regional Superintendent for Williamson County, he was elected as Superintendent and served two terms. Next, he was hired as Superintendent of Herrin Unit #4 Schools, where he was instrumental in building the Herrin Elementary School, Herrin High School, and making improvements district wide. After his retirement in 2001, he worked as Assistant Regional Superintendent in Jackson County and was appointed to the financial board of the Cairo School District. Mr. Hindman was a member of the First Christian Church in Herrin. He was also a member of the Herrin Elks Club, Herrin Civic Center Board, Chairman of the Special Education Board, Illinois Education Association, National Education Association, Egyptian Antique Auto Club, and the EAA Aviation Club. SURVIVORS: Wife- Sherry Hindman- Herrin Son & daughter in law- Derek & Rebecca Hindman- Seymour, TN Grandsons- Matthew & Joshua Hindman- Seymour, TN Mother- Margaret Hindman- Herrin Sister & brother in law- Donna & Bill Wilson- Blairsville Mother in law- Irene Hunsaker- Hurst Sister in law- Denise Sweetin & husband Dave- Paulton Brother in law- Butch Hunsaker & wife Renee- Carterville Brother in law- John Hunsaker- Bush Sister in law- Marsha Hunsaker- Hurst Numerous nieces & nephews Many close friends He was preceded in death by his father & father in law; Glenn Hunsaker. The funeral service will be held at 11:00 AM, Thursday, January 19, 2006 at Johnson-Hughes Funeral Home in Herrin. Rev. Ron Henwood will officiate. Burial will follow at Blairsville Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6-9:00 PM, Wednesday, January 18, 2006 at the funeral home. The family would like to thank Dr. Sean and Dr. Lary and staff for their extended comfort and support during this difficult time. Memorial donations are suggested to St. Jude Childrens Hospital or the American Cancer Society and will be accepted at the funeral home. For more information or to sign the memorial guest register, please visit www.hughesfuneralhomes.com.