Remembering Lloyd Hines: A Life of Service and Dedication
Lloyd Hines, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on September 11, 2023, at the age of 72 in Guysborough, NS. Born on June 19, 1951, in Neil's Harbour, NS, Lloyd spent his early childhood in Ingonish, NS. He was a dedicated civil servant who worked tirelessly for those he represented in office.
A Life in Public Service
Lloyd Hines was first elected to Guysborough's council in 1988 and became the municipality's warden in 1997. He held this role until 2013 when he was elected as a Liberal member of the Nova Scotia House of Assembly, representing Guysborough-Tracadie. In 2015, Hines was appointed to the cabinet as Minister of Natural Resources, and after re-election in 2017, he became the Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure Renewal.
A Lasting Legacy
Throughout his life, Lloyd Hines dedicated himself to the people of Guysborough and served on many boards and volunteer organizations. He was elected to the first Guysborough County District School Board in 1982, serving for four years. His forward-looking thinking shaped the municipality into the strong, successful community it is today, and his legacy will live on infinitely for the positive impact he made.
A Family Man
Lloyd approached family life with characteristic tenacity and sentimentality. The Hines family home was filled with love and a fundamental tenor of tolerance and service to others. Lloyd and his wife Patricia shared impressive culinary talents and enjoyed being in the kitchen together, from their earliest days as a couple to the final days of their marriage.
Tributes and Condolences
The tragic announcement of Lloyd Hines' passing came as a shock to his well-wishers[2]. People who knew Hines paid tribute to him and sent condolence messages to the devastated family[2]. Various social media handles are covered with tributes to the late politician[2]. The Municipality of the District of Guysborough expressed heartfelt grief and a sense of great loss, mourning the passing of Lloyd as their leader, colleague, and friend[5].
Conclusion
Lloyd Hines will be remembered as a dedicated civil servant, a loving family man, and a pillar of the Guysborough community. His life of service and commitment to the people he represented has left a lasting impact on the community and those who knew him. As we mourn his passing, we also celebrate the life and legacy of a remarkable individual who made a difference in the lives of many.
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