In Attleboro, of Taunton July 2, 2023 Joan (Almeida) Hinton wife of Richard Hinton of Taunton died after a lengthy illness at Sturdy Memorial Hospital at the age of 63. Born in Taunton, Joan was the daughter of the late Antone and Hazel (Lawry) Almeida. Joan was a graduate of Taunton High School class of 1977. She enjoyed crocheting, crafts, gardening, cooking and especially animals. Joan was the sister of Deborah Araujo and her husband Al of Taunton, Janet Press of Attleboro and Tony Almeida and his wife Mija of Taunton. Aunt of many niece and nephews. A Mass of Christian burial will be held at St Anthony’s Church on School Street in Taunton on Friday, July 7th at 12 noon. Interment St Francis Cemetery in Taunton. In lieu of flowers donations in Joan’s memory may be made to the Taunton Animal Shelter, 821 West Water Street, Taunton, Ma, 02780.