POTSDAM – Judith A. Hinman, 83, of Mayfield Drive, tragically passed away Tuesday evening, May 23, 2023, at Canton-Potsdam Hospital from injuries she sustained in a motor vehicle accident.
Judy was born on September 26, 1939, in Potsdam, the daughter of the late William Earl and Blanche (Monica) LaPointe. She was raised in Potsdam and was a graduate of Potsdam High School. Before starting her family, she worked for a time at Canton-Potsdam Hospital.
After the death of her sister Arlene, she raised her three children and was later blessed with 4 of her own. She was a dedicated mother, who gave much love to all of them and her grandchildren. When her children were young, she was an active 4H leader and was involved with them with many activities especially any activities with horses. Judy was also an active member of the Knapps Station Community Church and enjoyed scrapbooking, reading, and helping and caring for others.
Judy is survived by three of her seven children, Greg and Michelle Hinman of Colonie, New York; Jennifer and Brian Stone of Potsdam; and Gary and Debbie Hinman of Louisiana; 8 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren; her sister, Dorothy and Syl Teclaw of White Plains, New York; and numerous nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by four children, Shannon, Leslie, Rosemarie, and William Hinman; her sisters, Freida Wells, Barbara Julliana, Carmon Todd, Sr. Rita Lapointe, Arlene Hinman, Geraldine Powell, Teresa Miles, and Rita Wolcott; and her brothers, Gerald, Roswell, Alan, and Sidney LaPointe.
Arrangements are under the care and guidance of the Donaldson-Seymour Funeral Home, Potsdam, where friends and family may call Saturday 9-11:00 AM followed by a service at 11:00 AM. Burial will be held at the convenience of the family in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Potsdam.
In lieu of flowers, those wishing may consider memorial contributions to be made in her memory to the Knapps Station Community Church. Friends are encouraged to share memories and offer condolences online at www.donaldsonseymour.com.
