Jessie Irene Derwort Hines

Jessie Irene Derwort Hines, 97, formerly of Somerset, KY, went to meet her Maker on January 22, 2021, in Lehigh Acres, FL. Jessie lived a long, fulfilling life, raising a large family, pursuing personal hobbies, and being a caregiver to a sizable number of older relatives and friends. Jessie was born, according to some records, on March 5, 1923, in Somerset, KY to George and Effie Johnson Powell. She was the middle child with four brothers and four sisters, who all preceded her in death. She graduated from Somerset High Scholl, then moved to Akron, Ohio, where she met Bernard Derwort. He was an instructor at a Goodyear plant where she worked. He didn't show favoritism, but he did marry her in 1945. They had seven children and moved throughout the Midwest following teaching jobs at several universities. She belonged to Epsilon Sigma Pi in Charleston, IL (Eastern Illinois University), a women's Sorority that performed community service. She also belonged to the Women's Club and played bridge in a number of groups. Dr. Derwort passed away in 1970. Jessie got reacquainted with an old family friend back in Somerset. The reaquaintance led her to marriage to Lt. John W. "Bill" Hines in 1974. She was now back in her hometown and was one of three sisters married to three brothers! With the children gone, she took up the game of golf (with Bill's influence) once making a hole-in-one, and she developed a passion for flower gardening. It was in Somerset where she cared for several aging relatives and friends. Bill Passed away in 2007. Jessie was preceded in death by both husbands; a daughter, Janette; two sons, Jeffery and Michael; and a stepdaughter, Melinda Brown. She is survived by; four sons, John (and Gail) Derwort of Mooresville, NC, James (and Sue) Derwort of Marissa, IL, Joe (and ANn) Derwort of Lewisville, TX, Jerry (and Bonnie) Derwort of Lehigh Acres, FL; and one step-son, John W. Hines, Jr. of Louisville, KY. Also surviving are several grandchildren and great grandchildren. Jessie had the most positive outlook on life and was always quick with a beautiful smile. She will be missed dearly by all who were blessed to have known her.