Marlin Paul Hinton 69 of Derby, VT passed away March 28, 2021. He was born May 19, 1951, son of Earlton (Joe) Hinton and Arlene (Nault) Hinton in Barton, VT who predeceased him.

Paul attended Lake Region Union High School. He was a member of the school basketball team and graduate class of 1970. His interest in basketball led him to attend KC Jones Basketball Camp in Boston.

After school, Paul decided to travel to Texas and spent time in the oil drilling industry before returning to Vermont. He then served 34 years at Ethan Allen Furniture in the finish department. During those years, he enjoyed barbeques at the beach and found peace in camping. In retirement, he found comfort in his rocking chair watching sports and became a hobby collector. Many of his friends remember him for being kind, generous and easy going.

Paul had two sons with Yvonne Randall. Earl J Hinton of North Troy, VT and Travis A Hinton of North Troy, VT. He is survived by two granddaughters, Jasmine Hinton and Ivy Hinton.

He leaves behind siblings, Carolyn Malek of Barre, VT. Brian & Linda Hinton of Barton, VT. Janice & Kenneth Larocque of Barton, VT. Dale & Val Hinton of Brownington, VT with many nieces, nephews and friends

A graveside ceremony will be held May 22, 2021 at 11 AM at Welcome O Brown Cemetery in Barton, VT with Rev. Curtis Miller officiating. Memorial contributions may be made in memory to the Paul Hinton Memorial Fund, North Country Federal Credit Union, 12 Main Street, Orleans, VT 05860. On-line condolences may be made at curtis-britch.com. Arrangements are entrusted to the care of Curtis-Britch & Bouffard Funeral Home, locally family owned and operated.