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Barbara Elizabeth Hinton


Sunrise: July 8, 1926

Sunset: April 4, 2020

On Saturday, April 4, 2020, Barbara Elizabeth Giroux Hinton, 93, of Norfolk, Virginia passed away. Her final days were spent surrounded by family.

Born July 8,1926, in Port-of-Spain, Trinidad and Tobago, Barbara was the daughter to the late Frederick Edwin and Lenora Glasgow Giroux.  Barbara loved to go shopping and listening to music. She is predeceased by her husband Roy, son Ali and her siblings: Rita, Marjorie, Calvin, Vilma, William, Irma, Peggy and Fredrick.

Barbara is survived by her three daughters, Margaret Woodbury (Elmo), Mona Farrow (James), and Yolanda Benderson (Angus); three sons, Mark (Nancy), Lance (Darlene), and Roy. A special daughter in law Pamela Brown. Also the grandchildren she helped raise and take care of growing up Chanda, Mattanyah, Lance, Christopher, Felicia, Alicia, Kayla and Warren, as well as her great grandson Ty. A sister, Jean Derrick of Trinidad and Tobago, and brother Francis Giroux of Brooklyn, NY. She has 20 grandchildren and 21 great- grandchildren, in laws, and a host of nieces and nephews and other relatives.

The family would like to give special thanks to Dr. Michael Tucker and staff, and nurse Jan of At Home Health Care and to her granddaughter Chanda Copelin for providing care for her.

Viewing Wednesday, April 8, 2020 2:00pm - 6:00pm Metropolitan Funeral Service 7246 Granby Street Norfolk, VA 23505 The family is following the CDC and State of Virginia guidelines for funeral attendance

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    Anissa White says

    Prayers for the family of “Baba”. I’ve met her and she was a very sweet person. Blessings to my friend, Chanda, who adored her beloved “Baba” & took such good care of her. Much love to you all.

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      Alexis Smitj says

      So sorry for your loss. We are praying for each of you today, tomorrow, and the days to come. Be Encouraged!
      The Smith Family, Eric, Daryl, Michael, Alexis, Yvette, Myra, and Muriel.

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    Michael Gibbs says

    So sorry for your and prayers for the family. The Gibbs Family

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    The Dyson Family says

    We offer our sincere condolences at the passing of your beloved mother. She lived a long and blessed life. Take joy in knowing you will see her again one great and glorious day. For we know our citizenship is in heaven. ~ Philippians 3:20-21(ESV)

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    Monica Cumberbatch says

    The Cumberbatch Family
    Our deepest sympathy to our dear cousins and their families of the passing of our dear Aunt Baba. We will miss hearing the mention of her name when talking to her grand daughter Chanda and her daughter Mona. We will miss this connection but these memories will remain with us. Be courageous and strong . God bless you all.

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    Carol (Mann) Dolberry says

    Tony and Chanda Val, you guys are the ONLY two of the Hinton Family that I know BUT cuzin Chanda Val our discovery has now connected our two families!! My heart goes out to each of you. May God hold you all tightly while providing you with the comfort and healing needed as you grieve. Glory be to God for all the wonderful memories that each of you hold dearly in your individual hearts. I love you, Tony & Chanda Val

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    Christopher Mitchell says

    It was an honor and a privilege to meet Mrs. Hinton (Baba) and to see the smile on her face when she seen my daughter via facetime with Chanda. My condolences goes out to Chanda and her family.
    With love – Chris

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    Rhonda Hood,-McKeithan says

    My Deepest Condolences to the Family. May Ms Barbara rest in Peace. Rhonda Hood-McKeithan and Family

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    Raymond Bailey says

    So sorry for your loss, I truly understand.

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    Meredith Marshall says

    Lance and Darlene (and the entire Hinton family):
    I am so sorry for your loss. My deepest sympathy to you and your entire family. I didn’t know Mrs. Hinton but she had to a wonderful person to raise such a wonderful son as Lance. You will all be in my prayers.
    Meredith Marshall

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    Rose king says

    I would like to give my condulence to the hinton family be bless

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    Yvonne says

    Liberty park Merrimac ave here, my condolences to the family and prayers with you all

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    Lisa Ross Matthews says

    So sorry for your loss. She was a great lady. Prayers to the family.

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    Deacon Michael & Doctor Patricia Briddell says

    Lance, Darlene & the Hinton Family – We did not know Sister Barbara personaly but we feel knew her through Deacon Lance at Springfield Baptist. We share this poem with you:

    Tenderly may time heal your sorrows;
    Gently may friends ease your pain;
    Softly may peace replace heartaches;
    And may warmest memories remain.

    Her memory is written in your heart – Cherish it. Be blessed!

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    Annie Moore & Family says

    To Deal. Lance an Min. Darlene and the entire Hinton family

    May the grace of God and the sweet communion of the Holy Spirit abide with you and shelter you as you travel thru this period of grief and lost until the true feeling of.victory and.freedom become.a reality for Sis. Barbara as she has reached her final destination with her heavenly father where she is resting from her labor as God did promise in his word.
    When the soreness is swallowed up by your Memories then her legacy will be surely realized.
    God bless and keep you.

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      Leon Dean & Family says

      TO Dea Lance Hinton and Flamily

      As your mom transition From her earthly home to her Heavenly home lean not to your own understanding but Acknowledge Him who set High and look low our Lord and savior Jesus the Christ for he will direct you path Dea Lance my brother (Love you) when you get some time rest in the Master Arms and he will give you peace your mom is alrigth I know she is alright because my mother is over there

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    George Maben (newkey) says

    To Meg Mona, Doe ,Tony, Nume and Roy and the rest of the family my deepest condolences and may God comfort you in this time of bereavement.

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    Angela N Sumner says

    So very sorry for the loss of your mother. Yolanda, my prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time. I will always remember that beautiful smile Ms. Barbara had on her face when she answered the door in LPW. Thinking of you ALL! Much Love!! Angela Norman Sumner

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    Dr mckensie says

    Blessing and prayer to the HInton family Dr and Sis Deborah MCkensie Springfield Baptist Church

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    Lavinia T Oliver says

    I’m so sorry for your loss. Prayers and sincere condolences to the family. May God continue to keep you all safely in His arms.

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    Gladys says

    Sending heartfelt condolences to the Hinton family. From Pastor Edward and Lady Gladys Fox.

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    Nicole says

    Aunty Barbara. Ion was so good to see you when I moved here to VA. One thing I know is that we’ll see you again one day.
    Sending love and condolences to our family in Norfolk from Marcia, Maness family, Cannady and Lewis family.

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    Daryl (Pug) and Cheryl Smith says

    The Smith and Boney families wish to send our prayers and condolences to the entire Hinton Family in the passing of your Mother.. Please cherish your memories. Love you all. LP4L.

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    Lavinia T Oliver says

    So sorry for your loss. My prayers and condolences are with the family. Let God comfort you all, as she rest in Heaven.

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    Freda Smith says

    Sorry for your loss at this is time. The Smith family and Eason family. Praying for you and your family in the time of trouble. May God give you peace.

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