Obituary: Daniel Edward Hines, 47

Daniel Edward Hines, 47, passed away in Juneau, Alaska on October 11, 2014 after a 10 month battle with brain cancer.

Born on December 22, 1966 in Ketchikan, Alaska, he grew up there graduating from Ketchikan High School in 1985. He moved to Juneau in 1989 and worked for Aero Services.

Shortly after that he began what became a 19 year career with the City and Borough of Juneau Water Utility earning Statewide Operator of the Year Award in 2001-2002. Appointed to the Governor's Water and Wastewater Utility Board by Sarah Palin in 2006, he was reappointed twice by Gov. Sean Parnell. He was currently employed by AEL&P as a remote communications technician where he worked until his death.

He had a passion for the Alaskan life and a sweet smile. A loyal friend to the end, he loved music, history, and the outdoors. He took every opportunity to fish, hunt and explore the islands of SE Alaska. He was a dedicated husband and shared these loves with his

family.

He was preceded in death by his father, William Earl Hines and cousin Shawn Sande.

He is survived by his wife Seanna O'Sullivan Hines; daughters Mia Margaret Hines, Tatum Aileen Hines and Lola Ann Hines of Juneau; his mother Wendy Jo Tully (Jon) of Ketchikan; brother Tim Hines (Kelle) of Ketchikan; sisters Pamela (Kurtis) Hines Klose of Ketchikan and Leslie (Alan) Hines Cummings of Wrangell; aunts and uncles Kay and Rich Andrew, Roy Hines, Jan Sande, Jeanne Sande; cousins Trevor Sande, Debbie Merle, Doug Andrew, Tricia Schreck, Shelly Hines and Lori Hines; and many nieces and nephews.

A service was held on Saturday, October 18 at Chapel by the Lake in Juneau.