Douglas J. Hine

Douglas J. Hine, Age 71, passed on March 28, 2023. Born January 30, 1952- in Wilkes Barr PA

Predeceased by his parents William and Betty Hine; his son Christian J. Hine; his father-in-law, Tracy Hale; daughter-in-law, Valene Knopp; his dear friend Michael Stonehouse.

Resident of Rush NY in his family's home of 27 years, alongside is surviving wife and soul mate Nancy Hale Hine of whom he truly supported in sickness and health during their marriage and life together; his children, Aaron Knopp, Courtney Hine, Joseph Gallagher, Michaell Hine, Taylor Hine, Shayne Ransom; great nieces and nephews, Micaiya, and Abe Ransom; grandchildren, Alaina, Alex, Riley, Lily, and Gabe Knopp, Bianca Massucco and Brooklyn Warren; siblings, Billy (Kathy) Hine, Terry (Susan) Hine; amongst many more family members and friends.

Their home built on love housed many generations of friends and family, always with room in both of their hearts to help people in their life who may need them. Douglas was selfless and honorable in his intentions/actions. Douglas was a devote patriot, and US Veteran who served in the Vietnam War before beginning his career at USPS where he retired proudly with 48 years of service. After his retirement he enjoyed a life of leisure, vacations, delicious food, and trips to the park with his family and animals by his side. Cats, Possum, Gizmo, Tom and Checkers, Dogs- Jackson and Bailey, grand-dog and cat Eva and Whiskers, several neighborhood Possum, and Racoons he took to caring for, as well as any small reptiles and other critters his family found along the way.

He especially enjoyed car rides with his brother-in-law Raymond Hale, stopping for banana splits and ice cream (no matter the season or weather) as well as supporting his friends and family through social media, and sharing online articles or videos with the people whom he loved. Douglas wanted everyone in his life to know he was thinking of them, no matter the time in between.

With all of these joys surrounding him in abundance, the true light of Doug's life will always be his three great nieces and nephews of whom him and Nancy cared for together and the time that they shared. He felt so much happiness and empathy to have the gift of being their Papa and one of the men in their life they could trust and depend upon.
Douglas was a gentle and caring man who leaves behind a legacy of love, laughter, and optimism for life.

Family will receive friends 1- 3 PM Tuesday, April 11, 2023 at New Comer Cremations & Funerals, 6 Empire Blvd., where his Military Honors & Sharing of Memories will follow at 3:00 pm.

A celebration of life will be had at a later date and anyone who may want to share in the celebration of Dougs life is invited to sign the online registry book or attend the services to receive more information.