Michael F. Hinson

A visitation for Michael F. Hinson, 69, Lawrence, KS will be held from 6:00 ~ 8:00 p.m. Friday, June 2, 2023, at Warren-McElwain Mortuary in Lawrence. Michael passed away on Tuesday, May 30, 2023, at Olathe Medical Center in Olathe, KS.

Michael was born on July 26, 1953, in Kansas City, KS, the son of Arthur and Christine (Hatfield) Hinson. Michael was raised in Kansas City, KS by Alan and Christine Horn.

He graduated from Ft. Madison High School in 1972. Mike served four years in the United States Navy at the Norfolk Virginia Naval Station from 1972 to 1976. He served on the USS Mullinex Destroyer. During his years of service, he traveled to Turkey, Cuba, Africa, Around Cape horn, Morrocco, Italy, and numerous other ports. After completing his time in the Navy Mike entered school at Des Moines Area Community College in Ankney, IA. Mike graduated from Des Moines Area Community College with a certification in Diesel and Heavy Equipment Repair in 1978.

Mike worked at various companies utilizing his skill set. He was able to trouble shot and fix most anything that was broken. He loved the challenge of making the impossible possible.

He married Ruth E. Crull on December 16, 1972, in Fort Madison, Iowa.  She survives at home.

Other survivors include his daughter, Wendy (Danny) Morris, siblings, Victoria (Bob) Motsenbocker, Dale (Sandy) Hinson, M. Christine (Noel) McCoy, JoAnn Horn, six grandchildren, Jordan Morris, Hailey Morris, Trevor Morris, Kaitlyn Morris Aiden Espino, and Cadence Espino. Many other beloved in laws, nieces, nephews and extended family.

Michael was preceded in death by his parents, Arthur Hinson, Christine Horn, Step Father Alan Horn, brothers, Arthur Hinson, and David Hinson.

In 2005 Mike suffered a massive stoke. He did not let this slow him down in his desire to be the best father, papa, and uncle he could be. He was ever present for his family showing them his unwavering love and support.

Memorial contributions may be made in Michael’s name to The American Stroke Foundation, 6405 Metcalf Ave., Suite 214, Overland Park, KS, 66202 and may be sent in care of Warren-McElwain Mortuary, 120 W. 13 ^th Street, Lawrence, KS 66044.