Clyde Hinton

Clyde Richard Hinton, an entrepreneur, philanthropist, friend, and most importantly family man, died unexpectedly on August 8, 2021 at the age of 68.

Clyde is survived by his wife, Debi Hinton; his children, Vicki Wells, Dale Hinton, Ricky Hinton, Carrie Shaver, TJ Weaver, Dylan Weaver, and Katie Weaver;  his sister,  Jean Brewster; his grandchildren, Jlynn Harris, John Christopher Stone,  Chase Hinton, Taijia Sumaya, Caitlin Hinton, Zachary Stone, Shayne Shepard, Brandon Shepard,  Calli Hinton,  Tristin McKinley, Christian McKinley, Heather Beeman, Tyler Wells, Kacee McKinley, Blake Debusk, Haleigh Crumpton, Courtney Ownby,  Tyler Shaver, and McKenzie Shaver; Great Grandchildren, Sailor Sumaya, Kaven Sumaya, Skylah McKinley, Bella DeBusk, Jordyn Crumpton, Baleigh Crumpton, Colton Crumpton, Braxton Ownby,  Brandon Shepard, Wyatt Shepard, Hudson Stone, Beck Savage, Andrew Bisbee, Andrea Celestino, Allan Harrison, Zoie Hinton, Kaynen Hinton, and Emma Hinton.  He is predeceased by his parents, Lora Bolin and Clifford Hinton and brothers, Ray Hinton, Lloyd Hinton, and Wade Hinton.

Clyde was born in Ohio on March 5, 1953.  He later moved to Odessa and began working in the oilfield at a very young age.  His great work ethic and strong mind allowed him to move up quickly in his field.  Starting from the lowest job on the crew as a floorhand, he was able to advance to supervisor and eventually was given an opportunity to purchase Packer Sales, Inc.  Alongside Randy Gardner, Clyde was able to purchase the company and create a successful business, gaining invaluable knowledge along the way.  From that point, he started several successful businesses and never lost his humility.  He paid it forward many times by giving others the same opportunity he was given, sharing his wisdom and knowledge along the way.

In short, Clyde was a rock.  He never complained.   He worked hard and took care of his family, as well as everyone else around him, never missing a beat or taking a day off.  He was a vital part of this community and even more vital to his family.  He will be missed by all who knew him.

A funeral service will be held at Odessa Bible Church at 10:00 AM, Friday, August 13, 2021 followed by a short graveside service. There will be a closed casket viewing on Thursday, August 12, 2021 at Sunset Memorial Funeral Home from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Sunset will also be handling any flowers that friends and family would like to send. Pall Bearers will be: Tyler Shaver, Brandon Shepard, Shane Shepard, JC Stone, Zachary Stone, Tyler Wells, Chase Hinton, Tristin McKinley, and Christian McKinley.