Joseph Daniel Hynson

Joseph Daniel Hynson was born to Margaret Hughes and Daniel Isaac Hynson on February 21, 1926 in Baltimore, MD. As a little boy, his father gave him the nickname "Buster" which is a name his family and friends lovingly called him throughout his life. He attended Carver Vocational High School where he trained in the field of auto mechanics. His studies continued at Frederick Douglass High School where he graduated in 1944. With is diploma in hand and eager to work, Joseph began his career at the Westinghouse Corporation, only to be drafted shortly after in the United States Navy. He proudly served in World War II aboard the U.S.S. Casablanca CVE-55. With his position as a Culinary Specialist Shipman, he ignited his passion for cooking and fed hundreds of sailors as they spent several months at sea. Joseph often delightfully shared with his family and friends stories of his time in the military. He exuded joy as he remembered his voyages through the Pacific, across the International Date Line and the equator reaching as far as Australia, Panama and a host of other cities and countries. His voice as bountiful and his jokes, unforgettable. If you'd asked him, "Well, how do you know that?" he beamingly answered "Because I've been overseas!" After two years of naval service, he was honorably discharged and returned home to Baltimore. Within a year, he married his first wife, Marjorie Virginia Jones. From this union, his treasured daughter Angela was born. In 1947, he began working for the Baltimore & Ohio Railroad. Twelve years he transitioned to the Baltimore Gas & Electric (BG&E) Company which provided long-term stability and opportunities for growth. He was promoted to the role of construction supervisor and eventually retired from BG&E after 25 years of service. In 1985, Joseph met and married Dora May Foy. Together they creatively renovated and decorated their beloved West Arlington home. Joseph skillfully crafted and maintained several ongoing projects for his abode well into his later years. Dora and Joseph's retirement was spent with many travel vacations abroad to London, the Caribbean and all along the eastern seaboard visiting a wealth of family and friends wherever they went. While home, Joseph fancied cooking his favorite dishes and watching his Westerns and other TV shows. He remained vibrant, ambitious, reflective and always giving. Joseph's spiritual life was one of service to God, his church and his family. As a youth, he accepted Christ into his life and was baptized. In 1989 as a adult, he joined Sweet Hope Freewill Baptist Church in Baltimore, MD. He became a welcomed and trusted friend to the pastor and its members. He faithfully served as a Trustee, drove the church bus and did repairs for the church as needed for as long as he could until his health began to decline. Joseph leaves to cherish his memory, his devoted wife, Dora Hynson; his daughters, Angela Hynson Oliver and Annette (Trina) Gaskins; his grandchildren, Jewel Oliver Stewart (Demetrius), Joy Oliver, Joseph Oliver, DelVerra Lucas (Wilbur), Edward Oliver III, Cheryl Oliver, Malcolm Ruff (Sydnee) and Rhea Gaskins; 10 great-grandchildren and many other family and friends.

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Joseph Daniel Hynson

February 21, 1926 - December 14, 2023