Larry Hink

Larry Robert Hink peacefully departed this life on March 6, 2025, at Bay Area Hospital in Coos Bay, Oregon, at the age of 83. Born on December 3, 1941, in Roseburg, Oregon, to La Vina (Rohleder) and Robert “Bob” Hink, Larry was a proud lifelong resident of Oregon. He completed his high school education at Roseburg High School, followed by a Bachelor’s degree from Southern Oregon University and a Master’s degree from The University of Oregon.

Larry began his professional journey in education, teaching and coaching at Klamath Union High School before moving to North Bend High School. He later transitioned into real estate, obtaining his certification and joining Justrom & Stromme in Coos Bay, which later became the local Coldwell Banker franchise in town.  His passion for the field led him to eventually purchase the firm, where he thrived for many years, maintaining his real estate license until the age of 80 when he chose to retire.

In Klamath Falls, he met a young woman from Montana named Mary Carol, and they married, welcoming two sons, Jim and Michael, into their family. Their marriage lasted 58 years. Larry had a complex relationship with golf, often expressing both love and frustration for the game, yet he dedicated many Saturdays to improving his skills on local courses. A committed Christian, he was an active member with his wife at Faith Lutheran Church in North Bend.

Larry played a vital role in founding the Coos/Curry Transitional House, which later become South Coast Horizons, a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting individuals with significant intellectual and developmental disabilities in the Coos Bay/North Bend region. He remained a board member until his passing.

Larry is survived by his beloved wife Mary, his sons Michael (Carla) and Jim, grandchildren Cale and Alexis (Chris), and three great-grandchildren. He is also remembered by his sisters, Katie, Michelle, and Linda, as well as his 90-year-old uncle, John Hink. He was preceded in death by his parents, stepfathers, stepmother, sister Carol, and brother Frank. Memorials may to be sent to South Coast Horizons (320 Central Ave, Ste 201, Coos Bay, Oregon, 97420 or schorizons.org).  A service to honor and celebrate the life of Larry will be held on Friday, April 25 at 2:00 in the afternoon at Faith Lutheran Church, 2741 Sherman Ave., North Bend.

“I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me" - Philippians 4:13

Cremation rites have been held at Ocean View Memory Gardens Crematory, Coos Bay under the direction of Coos Bay Chapel, 685 Anderson Ave. 541-267-3131. www.coosbayareafunerals.com

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