Rhode Island, James A. “Hank” Hankinson passed away at home unexpectedly September 18, 2017. He was a 24 year veteran, retiring as Mastersergeant of the United States Air Force.

He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Nancy (Jenks) Hankinson, daughters Jody A. Hankinson, Kerry L. Mirto and husband Frank, and son Scott N. Hankinson and his wife Jody and 4 grandchildren. He is also survived by his 5 siblings, Judy, Denzel, Dick, Nancy, and Tom and 10 nieces and nephews.

Hank graduated from Amherst Regional High School in 1967 and immediately joined the United States Air Force. He was proud of his 24 years of service to his country and enjoyed the people and places he was able to experience. He went on to establish a career working in the cable industry for 16 years, retiring in 2010. Hank spent his remaining time enjoying family and the camaraderie of his military retiree group ARCC.

In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to any veterans group of your choosing or to ARCC c/o Jim Bell, 168 Ridge Rd., Smithfield, RI 02917.

Calling hours in Rhode Island will be Friday, September 22, 2017 from 4-7pm at the Winfield & Son’s Funeral Home, 571 West Greenville Rd., Scituate, RI. Calling hours in Massachusetts will take place Monday, September 25, 2017 from 6-8pm at the Douglass Funeral Service in Amherst. Burial will be private.