Obituary: Amanda Patterson Hinkle

Amanda Patterson Hinkle, age 54 of Kingston Springs, was born on Aug. 16, 1970, and departed this life on April 1, leaving behind a legacy rich in love, laughter and a spirit that was as boundless as the night sky she so adored.

A devoted follower of Jesus, Hinkle embraced all of His natural creation, finding beauty and purpose in every aspect of life. She was a soul gifted not only in spirituality but in the art of connection, reveling in conversations with strangers, offering them the words of encouragement they needed and shining a light on their paths with grace and kindness.

Hinkle had a bold, loving spirit. She was strong-willed yet silly, fiery yet nurturing. Music was her escape, and she’d often say, “Music is my drug of choice,” especially when it came to her beloved rock n’ roll.

She was a proud and fiercely devoted mother and grandmother, and the love she had for her daughter and granddaughter was immeasurable — etched deeply into every part of her being.

Hinkle loved hard and laughed freely. One of her fondest memories was of childhood rides down country back roads with her sister, their mom and aunt — windows down, wind in their hair, stopping to pick wildflowers and bring them back home to plant. She carried that same wildflower spirit into adulthood — bright, untamed, and beautifully rooted in love.

She was a huge flirt with a mischievous smile and a twinkle in her eye that let you know she was always up to something. And let’s be honest — Hinkle had a special place in her heart for the fellas with big muscles and tattoos. She never missed a chance to flash that grin and say exactly what was on her mind.

Hinkle's legacy is one of fierce love, deep faith and contagious laughter. She made this world brighter, more compassionat and a little more fun. She will be missed dearly — but her light lives on in the lives she touched.

 The moon will miss your gaze     The stars look down and no longer see     The most beautiful soul of all creation     Now they must look up to Heaven to find you;     We will too, Rock On! 

Hinkle is survived by her father Henry Patterson, Sr. of Kingston Springs; her daughter Alice Flowers (Atom) of Kingston Springs; her siblings Melinda Patterson of Kingston Springs and Henry “Little Henry” Patterson, Jr. (Norma Jean) of Kingston Springs; her granddaughter Ruby Moon Flowers; her bonus sisters Stacy Parsons and Pamela Baldwin; her niece and nephews Alex Patterson (Laura), Austin Patterson (Elizabeth), Coty Hatfield, Brittany Hatfield and Cody Nelson; and several aunts, uncles and cousins.

She was preceeded in death by her mother Mary Ann Patterson and husband Michael "Mike" Hinkle.

Hinkle's graveside service was held on Friday at Harpeth Hills Memory Gardens with a memorial gathering that followed at Chestnut Grove Community Center in Pegram.

In lieu of flowers the family asks that memorial donations be made towards the funeral expenses using the crowd funding section here. https://www.spannfuneralhome.com/obituaries/amanda-hinkle