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Peacefully at Ed’s House Northumberland Hospice, on Thursday, February 26, 2026, at the age of 101. Beloved wife of the late Syd Hinman. Loving mother of Brenda (John) Austen, John (Sue Peers) Hinman, and Barbara (Joseph) Pest. Cherished grandmother of Whymark, Michael, Gregory (Katriina), Rachael (Matt), the late Laura and step to Stephanie (Rocky), Bridgit, and Creed. GG to Gabriella, Massey, and Egan. A private family interment will be held at Cobourg Union Cemetery. Donations to the Multiple Sclerosis Society, Northumberland Hills Hospital Foundation, or Ed’s House Northumberland Hospice would be appreciated by the family.
Hi John So sorry for your loss My mom passed away at 101 as well Cherish the memories
Dear Brenda, John and Barbara and Family, Our condolences on the passing of your Mom. I have so many childhood memories of Mrs. Hinman over the fence "on the Avenue". She lived a good long life. With sympathy, Lauren and Bruce Maclean
Brenda, John, and Barb. So sorry to hear about your Mom's passing. I remember running into her at the grocery store a few years ago and saying hello, and she didn't recognize me. When I told her who I was she laughed and said, "Oh for goodness' sake" and then we had quite a long chat. One of us hadn't changes at all. The other one apparently had. Lots of fond memories.
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Ed's House Northumberland Hospice Care Centre
John and Sue, very sorry to hear of the passing of Shirley. A truly remarkable lady who lived a great life. It was a true privilege of mine to get to know both Syd and Shirley. Both great examples of the people that contributed so much towards making Cobourg a great town to live and work in.
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Multiple Sclerosis Society-Northumberland Chapter
So sorry to hear of your Mother passing. All my condolences to your family .
John and Sue So sorry to learn of your loss. My sincere condolences to you all.
Dear John, Sue and Family, we are so very sorry to hear of the loss of your Beloved Mother!! Please accept our sincere condolences, and may all your beautiful memories of her bring you comfort. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Kindest Regards, Colette & Fred
John and Sue, I’m so sorry to hear of your loss. My deepest condolences. 😞
Dear Hinman Family, My condolescences in the loss of your dear mother. Shirley was a beautiful and kind woman. I always enjoyed our conversation when our paths crossed. Our families go back many years to high school days when Shirley and her sister Ruth attended high school in Cobourg with my mother, Patricia Birmingham Gummer and her sisters Betty Ravensdale-Montague and Jean Stevenson — the Birmingham girls. Included in the friendship was your Aunt Grace, your father’s sister. They had many good times together playing bridge. I am reminded of your family when I travel past Shirley and Ruth Streets in west end Cobourg. Your grandfather built the homes there and named the streets after his daughters. On a few occasions as a teenager, I had the pleasure of babysitting Brenda and John. My thoughts are with you all as you morn the loss of Shirley, who has been a part of your lives for so long. I hope you find comfort in the fact that so many people held her in high regard. She really was special. Sincerely, Ann Gummer Closs
Sincere condolences on the loss of your Mom.
We will miss our friend Shirley, our chats across the hedge, and her presence as the grande dame of Henry Street. Our boys have grown up knowing her as a cornerstone of the neighbourhood and we will all remember her fondly. Condolences to John and all of the Hinman family.
Condolences to Barb, John and Brenda
John, Sue and family, sorry for your loss. Your mom is gone from sight but in your hearts forever and she has left 101 years to fill your hearts. RIP Mrs. Hinman.
John, I’m so sorry for the loss of your mom. Thinking of you and your family in this difficult time.
I’m so deeply sorry for the loss of your mother. May you find comfort in the beautiful memories you shared together.
My condolences
We are saddened to hear of Shirley’s passing. Shirley was a wonderful volunteer, and we are grateful for her approximate 58 years of volunteerism and membership with the Northumberland Hills Hospital Auxiliary from 1961 to 2019. On behalf of the NHH staff, volunteer team and NHH Auxiliary board we send our condolences to Shirley’s loved ones.
John Sue and families. My sincerest condolences on the loss of your Mom, grandma and GG. Hold tight to your memories and she will always be in your heart. Hugs to all.
Sorry for your loss
My sympathies to the families!
So sorry for your loss.
Many condolences from Ann and me with great memories of playing bridge with Shirley and Sid plus helping Rotary exchange students settle and receiving Shirleys excellent memory albums
Dear Family, I remember how vital Sue and Sid were in Rotary and our community and enjoyed their company and looked up to them. Theirs was a life well lived and left lots of good memories in this town. Enjoy your memories and cherish your family.
Our condolences from Beas family. Used to hear all kinds of shanningans about your mom/grandma when Bea Doreen and Maddie would get together. Many a story began with That Shirley. From golf to the Canadian open to north Conway with the guys then coffee once a week at my a few place until finally at Tims. She had sone fun!. Such a great laugh and a truly nice lady. Hope you enjoy the great memories she has left you. Love Cindy Mike and Jaz
A life well lived. My connection with Shirley and Syd go back many years when your Dad was in Rotary. They were a magnificent couple and now they are together once again.
I am so sory for your loss.Your mum was such a warm wonderful person. She will be missed and cherished by anyone who was lucky enough to have known her. Ron
Sending my deepest condolences to all of Shirley’s family and friends. The memories will carry you this difficult time .
Our deepest sympathy for the loss of Shirley. We have wonderful memories of both Shirley and Sid. The photo you have included shows the wonderful smile she always had for everyone. Condolences Tony and Carol
thoughts are with you al at his difficult time
John, Sue & family. You have our deepest condolences. Shirley & Syd were great people that did much for the community. She is now with your Dad again. May she RIP
My heartfelt and sincere condolences to all of Shirley’s family. I am so grateful to have known such an incredible lady. Family was everything to Shirley and she loved all of you with such pride. She had the most beautiful smile, the most golden heart, and the most love and devotion to her beloved baseball and her Blue Jays. I am so grateful and blessed to have known such an incredible lady her devotion to her family, her devotion to her community and her devotion to her country was apparent and everything she did. please accept my sincere condolences to all of Shirley’s family, and friends rest in peace Shirley it sure as well deserved with sincere love and respect, Ann Doucette-Rowe❤️🇨🇦❤️
My deepest condolences to friends and family of Shirley. She was a great friend of my late grandmother (Bea) , I have missed the stories from coffee, the tales of their friendship and the brief chats on the telephone that were once shared. Sympathies love & light
Shirley was the loveliest lady! I always enjoyed my chats with her. Wishing the family peace at this difficult time.
John, Sue and family. So sorry for your loss. It's never easy to lose a mother. We enjoyed getting to know Shirley over the years. Dave and Judi Peers
Sincere condolences to all - many good family memories. I enjoyed running into Shirley and chatting.
So sorry to hear of Shirley's passing. Fond memories from years ago.
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Northumberland Hills Hospital Foundation
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Northumberland Hills Hospital Foundation
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Ed's House Northumberland Hospice Care Centre
Dear Brenda,Barb,John and Families; I will always remember your mother’s beautiful smile and warm welcome whenever we had occasion to visit. She certainly had a long and productive life and I know she will be sorely missed. Sending sympathy love and hugs to all of you
John and the Hinman family, sorry for your loss. Your Mother was a kind and loving woman.
John & Sue Sorry for your loss, your family was blessed to have your mother for so many memorable years. Keep the memories close. Condolences
Dear John and Sue, and your families, you are blessed with so many years with mom, your heart is sad but must be overflowing with amazing memories to embrace . Thinking of you all Cindy
John and Brenda, our condolences to you both and your families.
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Ed's House Northumberland Hospice Care Centre
John, Brenda, Barb and families, our condolences on the passing of your Mom. She lived a long and happy life. I’m sure you all have wonderful memories of times spent with your Mom.
I knew Mrs Hinman years ago while working for her husband. She was a lovely lady. She will be missed. My condolences to her family.
John and family, our deepest condolences, and may the memories of your mother's wonderful life bring you comfort during this difficult time.
My condolences John, on the passing of your Mother. She lived a long life and you had her for a long time. May she Rest in Peace.