Obituary of Pamela Gail Hines

Pamela Hines passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on September 10, 2022 at 72 years. Beloved wife to her husband Frank Etzl of 38 years. Predeceased by her parents William and Marian Hines (McLean). Loving mother to her children Jason Richard (Sheri), Tami Richard (Craig), Frank's children Susan Knapman, Tim Etzl (Cathy), Robyn Alexander (Brad), Tina Etzl, and godson Andrew Harris. Dear sister to Susan Lester, Bonnie Clark, and Bill Hines (Denise). Loving Aunt to Jacqui Szalay (Troy), Ken Lester, Sara Yunker (Geoff), Nathan Clark (Emily), Brett Hines (Lacey), Dustin Clark (Bailey), Scott Hines (Stephanie), and Meaghan Hines (1986). Cherished friend to Gail Furlan, Jan Grabiel, Jennifer Holmes, Judy Shanks, Sarah Weisman, and will also be missed dearly by all her “water aerobics girls". She leaves behind her fur-baby Bronwyn and will be reunited with Bella who were always by her side. After a long distinguished career in public service Pam retired after serving as the CEO of the Windsor-Essex County Branch of the Canadian Mental Health Association for over 20 years. She enjoyed travelling the world but found a second home amongst her many friends in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating in Pam's honour to the Pamela Hines Scholarship in Social Work at the University of Windsor, Hospice of Windsor Essex/County, or CMHA-WECB. At Pam's request, cremation has taken place. A celebration of Pam's life will be announced in the near future. Arrangements entrusted to SIMPLE CHOICE (Wyandotte), 519-254-2585. Online condolences may be shared with the family at www.simplechoicecremation.ca