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Natchez man electrocuted
Published Thursday, August 16, 2007
NATCHEZ — A Natchez man was electrocuted Wednesday while working to install an air conditioning unit.
Jeffery Lynn Hinson, 53, was turning the unit around to level it to the ground when a live wire shocked him, his wife Connie said.
Hinson and a crew were working on Madison Street just before 1 p.m.
Hinson was self-employed and has owned and operated Hinson Ductworks for seven years.
Men working with Hinson called 911, and the Natchez Police Department was the first on the scene.
“He was already on the ground and unresponsive,” Sgt. Justin Jones said. “We started CPR until the ambulance service arrived.”
Hinson was transported to Natchez Regional Medical Center where he was pronounced dead.
He leaves behind Connie, his wife of 17 years, and two daughters, Maegan, 16 and Caitlynn, 11.
“He was an awesome man of God and a faithful believer,” Connie said. “Most people that know him knew him as a very outgoing person. He could never say no to anything. He loved to give. He would rather give than receive any day.”
Hinson was a member of First United Pentecostal Church in Natchez. He graduated from high school in Meadville and was a lifelong resident of southwest Mississippi.
Because his death was work related, an autopsy will be performed.
Funeral arrangements are not yet set, but will be handled by Laird Funeral Home.
Comments
Posted by doxiemom (anonymous) on August 16, 2007 at 6:56 a.m. (Suggest removal)
Your family will be in my prayers.
Posted by germads (anonymous) on August 16, 2007 at 7:35 a.m. (Suggest removal)
Connie, you and your family are in my prayers. Lynn was a wonderful friend. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. The void will be hard to fill. I only wish there were more men like him around.
Posted by sayitloud (anonymous) on August 16, 2007 at 7:43 a.m. (Suggest removal)
God bless and be with this family
Posted by GRATEFUL (anonymous) on August 16, 2007 at 7:48 a.m. (Suggest removal)
I'M SO SORRY TO KNOW THAT THIS HAS HAPPENED TO ANOTHER FAMILY. MY BROTHER WAS ALSO ELECTROCUTED AND KILLED AT THE AGE OF 21. YOUR FAMILY WILL BE IN MY PRAYERS.
Posted by mommyof3 (anonymous) on August 16, 2007 at 8:55 a.m. (Suggest removal)
My heart and prayers go out to you and your family. My God bless you and give you strength in your time of grief.
Posted by murph1 (anonymous) on August 16, 2007 at 9:08 a.m. (Suggest removal)
my dad knew lynn well im sorry about you loss god bless your family.
Posted by dottie (anonymous) on August 16, 2007 at 9:32 a.m. (Suggest removal)
Your loss is Heaven's gain. I pray God will bless
and comfort you as only He can.
Posted by grandnana2seven (anonymous) on August 16, 2007 at 1:08 p.m. (Suggest removal)
May the Lord bless you with His comfort and peace that only He can give. May He meet all your needs... and be your strength.
Posted by bgermany4 (anonymous) on August 16, 2007 at 1:10 p.m. (Suggest removal)
Words cannot express how truly sorry we are.. Bro. Lynn was a true friend to us. He was so caring and one of the kindest people you could ever meet. He will be greatly missed. You're in our thoughts and prayers.
Posted by natsanus (anonymous) on August 16, 2007 at 1:21 p.m. (Suggest removal)
I will keep you and your family in mine prayers.
Posted by destiny (anonymous) on August 16, 2007 at 2:20 p.m. (Suggest removal)
Another flower in God's beautiful bouquet.
Posted by Crazynms (anonymous) on August 16, 2007 at 7:17 p.m. (Suggest removal)
May God bless and surround you with his love and comfort.
Posted by markwinters (anonymous) on August 16, 2007 at 9:55 p.m. (Suggest removal)
Connie, we are so sorry to hear about your loss. Bro. Lynn will be greatly missed. Our prayers are with you and the girls.
Posted by campdaddy (anonymous) on August 24, 2007 at 12:05 p.m. (Suggest removal)
Sis Connie, Bro Lynn was a VERY VERY special friend to me and my family, he will be greatly missed by all. I want you and the girls to know that we will always be there if ever you need anything. I know that Bro Lynn is looking down from Heaven watching all of us, I will MISS the special vacations and camping trips that our families took together especially, Florida Last Year oh what fun we had. God bless you and the girls, your family will be in our prayers daily. Sis Connie, I also pray that God keeps giving you that incredible strength that you have at this time.
Posted by brandi_25 (anonymous) on March 2, 2008 at 3:18 p.m. (Suggest removal)
my thoughts and prayers are with the family
Posted by mudzillaefi (anonymous) on March 5, 2008 at 1:05 p.m. (Suggest removal)
as this is undoubtedly a tragedy, it reemphasizes the need for safety in all situations where electricity is invloved. I am sure he never guessed this would happen. My sympathys to the family I know he will be missed. people, even around your homes itis imperative we all use safe practices. when dealing with electricity, turn off the power source before working on or moving equipment and or appliances.
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