Joel Collier Hynes was born March 18, 1968 in Moline, Illinois to John and Judy Hynes. On September 6, 2001 Joel married Mary Lee Krack in Rock Island, Illinois. Joel spent his life as a professional cook working at many restaurants throughout his life. Joel was a huge dog lover who had a fondness for pit bulls. In his free time Joel was an avid pool player and was involved in several league's. Joel's main focus was his family and was often heard bragging about them to whoever would listen.
Joel is survived by his son, Tyler (Danielle) Hynes of Junction City, Kansas; daughter, Aislinn Ague of Silvis, Illinois; sister, Jody(Rodney) Beaston of Moline, Illinois; two grandsons, John Hynes, and Noah Hynes; two uncles, Richard (Wanda) Hynes of Moline, Illinois and Robert Hynes Indianapolis, Indiana; nephew, Daniel Beaston; niece, Kalee Beaston; and multiple cousins.
Joel was preceeded in death by his wife of 21 years, Mary Hynes; father, John Hynes Sr; mother, Judy Hynes; and brother John Hynes Jr.