Virginia Lois Hine

Virginia "Ginny" Lois Hine, a cherished mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away on Friday, February 20, 2026, in her home in Ellabell, Georgia. Born on March 17, 1947, in Kosciusko, Mississippi, Ginny lived a quiet, full life, cherished by her family.

Virginia was a devoted homemaker who found joy in creating a warm and loving environment for her family. Her sewing and crocheting talents were evident in the countless handmade treasures she lovingly crafted. Ginny loved working in the garden, and home was filled with vegetables grown by her own hand. She was also a passionate reader, particularly of Stephen King novels, where she found thrilling escapes into imaginative worlds.

As a child, Virginia was a "military brat," which took her to fascinating places like Italy, France, and Germany. However, the core of her heart belonged to the South, where she spent most of her formative years. While her father was stationed at Fort Devens, MA, she met her future husband, Lewis F. Hine, who asked her to stay with his family while he served in the Vietnam War. When Lewis returned, they were married on December 11, 1965, and she ultimately built her life and family.

Virginia is survived by her two devoted daughters, Linda Hine (Rodney, deceased) of Ellabell, GA, and Catherine Whiddon (Kenneth) of Pt. Wentworth, GA. Her legacy also lives on in her two beloved grandchildren, Christine Frank (Joseph) and Elizabeth McNew (Robert), who brought immense joy to her life.