Ada Graham Hinson

Ada Graham Hinson, 95, of Beaufort, affectionately known as "Mama Ada" and "the Lead Lady,"passed away on Monday, October 13, 2025 at her home.

A respected figure in her community, Mrs. Hinson was the owner and operator of Woolard Lead Co. of Beaufort from 1967 to 1997. Through three decades of dedicated work, she built a reputation for leadership and perseverance, earning the nickname “the Lead Lady” among those who knew her.

A graveside service will be held at 2:00pm on Thursday, October 16, 2025 at Oceanview Cemetery in Beaufort.

She is survived by her two sons, Bruce Wayne Cox of Beaufort; Jerry Cox and wife, Lecia of Beaufort; four granddaughters, Leigh Long and husband, Bill of Beaufort; Allison Williams and husband, Aaron of Beaufort; Christina Avent of Beaufort; Tracey Watts of Beaufort; and two great grandchildren, Max and Annie Williams of Beaufort; brother, John Graham and wife, Christine of Charleston, SC.

She was preceded in death by her parents, George and Mary Graham; her seven brothers and seven sisters, and her husband, Gerald Woolard.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Carteret Hospice, 3722 Bridges St. Ste 201 Morehead City, NC 28557 Attn: Polishia Ethridge.

Condolences and life tributes may be sent to the family at www.noefs.org

Arrangements by Noe Funeral Service, Inc. of Beaufort, NC.