Richard “Dennis” Hindman was born on July 15, 1955 to Bennie Hindman and Vera Mae Hindman.
Coincidentally, Bennie was also born on July 15 so the two shared a birthday. The second-to-youngest of five children, Dennis grew up with the influence of his older brothers while often being cared for by his big sister and squabbling with his little brother.
Dennis learned to hunt, tend a garden, fish, work on automobiles, and occasionally get in trouble. He also learned the value of hard work.
Dennis graduated high school in 1973 and was one of the inaugural groups of Cedartown residents to attend the then newly built Cedartown High School on Frank Lott Drive. Having entered the work force at age 16, Dennis would recall how his “senior trip” consisted of going to work his usual evening shift at the Cedartown Paper Board.
In 1973, Dennis followed in the footsteps of his older brothers and began working at Georgia Power. Starting as a Laborer, Dennis rose through the ranks of Georgia Power and worked in many roles in plants throughout the state before settling at Plant Hammond in Coosa. Dennis finished his career with Georgia Power as a Maintenance Team Leader with thirty-six years of continuous service.
Never one to sit still, in his retirement Dennis enjoyed visiting flea markets, growing vegetables, riding the backroads, reading, visiting his granddaughters, eating lunch with the regulars at Farmer’s Store, and visiting the deer camp. He kept a regular presence at the American Legions in both Cedartown and Rockmart throughout his adult life.
Dennis cared deeply for his family and friends and he was willing to help at any occasion. Whether it be helping with a project, giving advice (solicited or unsolicited), or helping cook food for an event, Dennis was willing to help.
He attended every football practice and game for his son and he was in attendance for every dance recital, school play, or grandparent event with his granddaughters.
Dennis is preceded in death by his parents, Bennie and Vera Mae. To celebrate his memory, he leaves behind his son Jeremy Hindman, his son Corey Hindman (daughter-in-law Corinne), his granddaughters Maylee & Abigayle Hindman, his sister Cheryl Blalock (brother-in-law Robert), his brother Louis Duane Hindman (sister-in-law Karen), his brother Jody Hindman, his brother Eddie Hindman (brother-in-law Ray), his nephew Craig Blalock, his nieces Darla Blalock, Dena Siek, and Jonsie Rivera, and a long list of extended family, friends, and coworkers.
Per his wishes, Dennis’ remains will be cremated.
A celebration of Dennis’ life will be held at the American Legion Post 86 located at 1675 Rockmart Hwy, Cedartown, GA 30125 on Saturday December 11th at 3:30pm and all family and friends are invited to attend, share stories, and enjoy food and fellowship.
In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the Dennis Hindman Memorial Scholarship being facilitated by the American Legion; donations can be made in person at the time of the celebration, or at American Legion Post 86 during business hours.
The Olin L. Gammage and Sons Funeral Home is making this local announcement for the family of Mr. Richard “Dennis” Hindman.
