Bonnie Caudill Hinton, 81
Bonnie Caudill Hinton, 81, of Orange Park, FL passed away Tuesday, October 20, 2026. Bonnie was born in Allen, KY to the late Loyd Caudill and Stella Branham Caudill. The youngest of six, born so tiny at home and placed on a pillow for her bed. Bonnie was adored by her older siblings, as well as her mom and dad. Affectionately called jitterbug by her dad, as that was a popular dance at the time and because she was so little. She spent her childhood in Kentucky and graduated from Pikeville College (now University of Pikeville), where she met future husband, Noah. Noah and Bonnie moved to Mt. Vernon, OH, after a short stay in North Carolina. They spent a few years in Ohio before moving to northeast Florida with their young family over 45 years ago.
Bonnie retired from the U.S. Department of Labor as a senior claims examiner. She enjoyed reading and going to antique stores. She was also an unlikely motorcycle mama, confidently riding behind husband, Noah for many years. Bonnie’s faith was important to her, and she was a longtime member of First Baptist Church of Orange Park. A reserved and quiet woman, Bonnie was sweet natured and deeply loved her family. She was devoted to her two daughters, one of whom had intellectual disabilities. She truly adored being a Nana and great-Nana.
Bonnie was preceded in death by her parents, Loyd and Stella Caudill; her siblings, Harry Caudill, Buddy Caudill; Pauline Crisp, Betty Rickman, and Justine Dingus; her beloved husband of almost 55 years, Noah Hinton, Jr.; and her daughter, Krista Hinton. She is survived by her daughter, Karla Smith (Jeremy); grandson, Michael Smith (Danielle); and great-granddaughter, Amelia Smith; as well as many nieces, nephews, and extended family members.
A memorial service will be Monday, November 30th, visitation at 10am, service at 11am at First Baptist Church of Orange Park. Krista Hinton will also be remembered at this service. In lieu of flowers please consider a donation to: PKD Foundation; L’Arche Jacksonville, Inc.; or BASCA, Inc.