Judge R. Jeffrey Hines, age 64, of Paducah passed away on Tuesday, May 26, 2020 at Baptist Health Paducah.
Judge Hines was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on September 26, 1955 to the late Robert A. Hines, Jr. and Sue Jones Wooldridge. He was married for 38 years to his wife, Patricia Rasche Hines.
Judge Hines was a graduate of Paducah Tilghman High School. He studied at Paducah Community College and graduated with a Bachelors degree from Murray State University. He earned his Doctor of Jurisprudence from the University of Louisville. He served as judge for over 20 years in both the McCracken County Circuit and District Courts.
Jeff was a servant of his community. He was a member of the Paducah Junior College Board and was a supporter of the Paducah Junior College Academic Scholarship. He was a strong supporter of WKCTC and was the recipient of numerous awards, both local and state. He was a lifelong member of Grace Episcopal Church.
Jeff was a deeply devoted husband and father. Second only to the love for his family was his love of the McCracken County courthouse and the people who worked there. He counted each one as a treasured friend.
Judge Hines is survived by his wife, Patricia Rasche Hines; his daughter, Margaret Morris (Zach) of Paducah; his mother, Freda Hines of Paducah; his sister, Robin Grubbs (Dr. John Grubbs) of Paducah; three brothers-in-law, Dewey Larson, Tom Rasche and Frank Rasche (Harolyn); and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Joanne Hines Larson.
A private family graveside service will be held at Grace Episcopal Church on Sunday, May 31, 2020.
Milner & Orr Funeral Home and Cremation Services is in charge of arrangements.