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for WILLIE TINNIN
David Perez
August 31, 2014
I had the honor of being coached by Coach Tinnin, cross country when I was at Canutillo HS back in 1979-81. We all had immense Respect and Love for Coach Tinnin. As an adult and as a Band Director-we met again. Speaking for myself and everyone that had the Honor of having Coach Tinnin in our Lives, we will Miss You Coach!
Gail Kushen
July 26, 2014
I was lucky to have worked with Willie at Canutillo High School. She will long be remembered for her dedication and professionalism by all who were blessed to know her and work with her. Her devotion to her job as teacher, coach, and mentor to her beloved students changed many lives. They are her legacy and she lives on in all their successes. You are missed, Willie.
James and Sandi Eddy
July 23, 2014
Nellie, we were sorry to read of your loss in Willie.We hope you will find some comfort in knowing you are in our thoughts and prayers. In chapter five of the book of Matthew, verse four says those who mourn will be comforted. That's a promise from our Lord. He will guide and strengthen you through this time. Love
Irene Esqueda
July 22, 2014
Our deepest condolences to your family Coach. You were an amazing individual. My girls learned so much from you as a coach and to be responsible and disicpline. You taught them all they know about sports. I will never forget you. May the Angels in heaven accompany you and may the Lord bless your family.
Carmen Fleming
July 20, 2014
my prayers to the family. She was my volleyball and Basketball coach in Canutillo. she pushed me to the limit to do the best that I could. She was a coach, a mentor, great friend and a second mother. a lot of great memories r.i.p.
Irma Berroteran-Schuchardt
July 18, 2014
My heart goes out to Willie's family. I remember her very well from Loretto Academy. She was one of the most friendly people I'd ever known and she was a friend. She will be missed. Love and God's Blessings.
Michael Gouch
July 18, 2014
I am very sad to hear of Willie's passing, we were next door neighbors growing up. We played football in our front yards (tackle of course) and she was one tough young gal. Fond memories of going out to the ranch such fun. I have not seen Willie for over 50 yrs. but I have never forgotten her, she was that kind of person. Special in so many ways, may God bless her and her family during this difficult time.
Jill Tobin-Salcines
July 18, 2014
I was saddened when I heard that Ms. Tinnin had passed. She was a great coach and mentor at Canutillo. I have many good memories with her and Ms. Ponikvar. She touched the lives of so many - she will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Jan,Ron and Andy Martin
July 17, 2014
Oh Nellie we are so sorry to hear of Willie's passing. When we met you all thru Lee and Wanga we became instant friends. We always enjoyed when you and Willie would come to see them. We always believed that Lee,Wanga,Willie and you were very special people.Where ever we saw you,you always would ask about Andy...When you took us to see your Natvity Scene,we were so amazed at how beautiful it was. We also loved how you loved all of your "furry babies". You and your family are in our hearts and prayers Nellie.With deepest sympathy and love...
Regino Ramos Jr.
July 17, 2014
Our prayers and thoughts are with the family. I remember Mrs. Tinnin when I was at Canutillo High School back in the late 1970's. She will be greatly missed.
Lettie Porras Retana
July 17, 2014
My prayers are with the family. Ms.Tinnin was my coach she was one of the best female coaches canutillo ever had. She will be missed.
Olga Orrantia Aguilera
July 17, 2014
My sincere condolences to Ms Tinnin family. She was a very courageous person. I really looked up to her in my 1975 to1979 years. Great coach, friend,and mentor. You will be missed but not forgotten. R.I.P.
Patti Morin
July 16, 2014
My thoughts and prayers are with the family. I. taught at Canutillo Elementary at the same time Willie was at the high school.
Giron family
July 16, 2014
Our prayers to all family members, may the Lord give you strength in your time of need. Wilie will be truly missed by all who had the privilege of knowing her. God bless. Rest in peace.
Lillian Abrego Skogsberg
July 16, 2014
I remember Willie Ellen so well at Loretto where we played sports together every year of the 4 years we were there. We lost touch after graduation, but I see that her strong draw to sports stayed with her through her life. Condolences to Willie Ellen's family and friends.
Bonnie Giovengo
July 16, 2014
Me deepest condolences to Willies family and loved ones. She was a wonderful lady whom I enjoyed working with at Morehead.
July 16, 2014
Condolences to Willie's loved ones and family. It was a pleasure to work with her. Sylvia Brookins
Maria (Sukie) Acuna (Estorga)
July 16, 2014
At Loretto Academy Willie was my sports hero I always aspired to be. Unfortunately she never attended our class reunions and so I never met her as an adult. But after reading the comments in the Guest Book, she turned out to be a great human being, as I knew she would. God took her so she could be at rest now and have no more suffering. My heart goes out to the family and everyone she touched during her lifetime. God bless you all.
Peta Naylor Richkus
July 16, 2014
Willie Ellen was a much-admired member of our Loretto Class of '65. She has not been and will never be forgotten. Sincere condolences to all who loved her.
July 16, 2014
My sincere condolences to Willie's family. She was a corageous and talented woman. Our prayers are with you. Bertha Ibarra Parle, Loretto Academy
Joan Mancuso
July 16, 2014
Nellie and family,
Lisa and I and our spouses need to express our sympathies to all of you. Lisa and I both loved Willie and Nellie. It was wonderful to have made such close friends at CTCA and what a support you both are, were to Lisa and myself. No matter how sick or groggy Willie was, when we walked into her room, conversation was a must. Never was there a negative phrase or harsh word, a true lady. And how we enjoyed our outings away from CTCA. I have thanked God many, many times for bringing us together. What a support team we became!!I thank HIM for Willie's peaceful passing and I pray He will give you all the strength you need to carry on. Please sweetheart, put yourself first now; rest and heal.
Our love and faith in the Lord,
Lisa and Joan
July 16, 2014
I was fortunate to work with Willie at Morehead Middle School for several years. The lives she touched and often transformed as as teacher, mentor, and coach are generations long. You will be missed my friend. Sing with the angels!
My teacher, my coach, my friend, my Mom, LOVE YOU
Sara Ramirez-Holiday
July 15, 2014
I am so thankful to our Heavenly Father for placing you in my life as I grew up in that little town of Canutillo, Texas. You believed this chunky girl could play basketball, volleyball, and throw in track. You were that coach who kept inspiring me. You became my "other mother" and I still have your letters you sent me as an adult and you would sign them, "Love, Mom" Everything we talked about meant something growing up. You were that adult whose advice I knew was right and good. You are such an enormous part of life and I wish every child could be so blessed to have a person like you in theirs. I love you and I have a sad heart, but I know Heavenly Father's plan for you is done. My condolences go out to your family.
Carlos & Josie Alcala'
July 15, 2014
Our sincerest condolences go out to the Tinnin and Ponikvar family; our prayers are with you all. Ms. Ponikvar…Thank you for sharing her with us, we love you so. Ms. Tinnin rest in peace in God's Heaven, for you truly epitomized God's greatest commandment, to Love unselfishly and without prejudice. You were more than our coach, teacher, mentor, nurse, psychotherapist and bus driver for those of us who attended Canutillo High School in the mid 70's you were like a mother to us. You will be missed here on earth… Thank You for making us the people we are today; I hope you knew how much we Loved You.
Laura Alderete
July 15, 2014
The summer before my senior year at Canutillo High my brother passed away, that fall I decided to try out for basketball and Miss T, as we called her then, gave me a place on the team. I know that she realized I needed the comfort of my teammates. I thanked her and she just smiled and told me to prove her right and work my tail off. This was the kind of person she was, she was a great coach, friend, mentor and our mother at our out of town games. She taught us discipline, and that with a little hard work you can do anything. I can still hear her yelling "get the lead out" and "my dead grandmother runs faster than you"! My deepest condolences to her family and friends. May you find comfort in knowing she touched and shaped so many young lives. I will forever be grateful for having her in my life. Rest in peace Miss T!
Cathryn Robinson
July 15, 2014
It is with a heavy heart that I say so long to Ms Tinnin, My thoughts and Prayers will be with you and Ms Ponikvar, May You Rest in Eternal Sleep without pain or worry, You will be missed
Sandra D. Alcala'
July 15, 2014
Well another angel got her wings. Thank you Coach Tinnin for all your patience and willingness to listen to the babbling of teenagers. May God Bless you and your family. <3
Vickie Parker
July 14, 2014
I remember her very well and my deepest sympathy goes out to all related, it's been a very long time since I seen her she did her job we'll and was the very best at it, God Bless,
Vicki Petersen
July 14, 2014
Omg.... Coach you were such an inspiration to me.... thank you for being who you were..... I loved you and the lessons you taught me.... and thanks for taking a chance on the loser I was before I met you.... you will be missed but the lessons I learned from you have carried me through out my life.... RIP with love....
Debi Gothard-Hart
July 14, 2014
Ms T was my coach at Canutillo and have thought of her and Neliie many times over the years. Together the two of you made such a positive impact on my life. My thoughts and prayers are with her family and friends.
Coleman Kelly
July 14, 2014
I remember her from High School. She was always helping someone be better. RIP.
Alma Hernandez
July 14, 2014
Mrs. Tinnin will be greatly missed. I will forever remember her hard practices, values and principles she instilled in me. She was a kind person and a great coach and mentor. Rest in peace Mrs. Tinnin.
July 14, 2014
Willie you were such a wonderful tea be and mentor. Thank you for all of your kindness, love and support. You truly touched my heart and will be missed by many.
Donna Gunter Crawford
July 14, 2014
Coach Tinnin was not my tennis coach, but found the time to give me pointers on the sport. I really, really admired her and I know she will be greatly missed by many. Rest in peace, Coach.
Guadalupe Ronquillo-Neal
July 14, 2014
RIP, true friend and mentor. She will truly be missed! Best coach, teacher a student could ever have. She touched so many life's and will be blessed!
Mike & Patti Nance
July 14, 2014
We were very sorry to hear about Willie. Please accept our deepest sympathy and condolences to her friends and family. We remember her fondly, always smiling and always keeping busy. God Bless and Love to you all.
Billye Lucas
July 14, 2014
I am very grateful to have had my life touched by knowing Willie and seeing the loving friendship and bond between Willie and her family, human and four-footed friends as well. She was a very special person and her departure leaves a big hole in the lives of those who knew and loved her.
Guadalupe Ostos
July 14, 2014
My condolences to Ms. Tinnin's family and to Ms. Ponikvar. I have good memories of Ms. Tinnin when she worked for Canutillo I.S.D. Ms. Tinnin made an impact in my life and many others also. She was an awesome P.E. teacher and Volleyball Coach. Volleyball practices were tough but it also taught me how to work as a team member. "Team Work" won games and gains success. Ms. Tinnin never wanted to hear "I Can't", she would say there is no such thing. "Yes I Can", that is what she wanted to hear from us. When I became a teacher I also would tell my students that there is no such thing "I Can't", there is only "I Can".
Thank you, Ms. Tinnin for teaching me to be a good team member in my profession and making me believe that, "Yes I Can". These two things were the best gifts you give me and all your students. You cared and encouraged all of us to do our best in anything we did in our life. You made us strong and better women. I will always remember you and won't forget you. You will forever remain in my heart. God Bless you and may you rest in peace.
Marie Duby Quintana
July 13, 2014
Ms T was an awesome coach and mentor. One of the best at Canutillo. RIP. Condolences and prayers for her family.
Rosa Hurtado Loya
July 13, 2014
You will be missed. Thank you Ms. Tinnin for never giving up on your athletes and students. You told me that if I continue working on that shot put, I would make 1988 regionals and I did. You were a great coach.
July 13, 2014
Ms. Tinnin, not only a good P.E. teacher, a great coach,but also a friend. She encouraged us to do our best in everything. My favorite memory of her coaching is of her talking the boys track team to play against us in volleyball as a practice, this was when vb was in the spring.
Diana Alderete Gallegos (Las Cruces, NM)
Cynthia GarciaEnriquez
July 13, 2014
Great coach, my mentor as I was going to college and getting my first and only job with the Canutillo District. She helped me start my coaching career with the district as a 7th Grade Boys Track Coach. After she left the district we still kept in touch through coaching or we would bump into each other at the stores or restaurants. Ms. Tinnin was a very caring person. I have so many good memories of her and to this day one song that is stuck in my mind to this date is when we were returning from a regional track meet from Lubbock and she sang to us the song "Where Have All the Flowers Gone?" Too many good experiences I learned from her. With tears rolling down,You will be missed, you touched my life and many others. May you rest in peace.
Ms. Ponikvar, wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your heart..
Sylvia Gibbs
July 13, 2014
My condolences to Ms. Tinnin's family, she was truly a great P.E. Teacher and coach. The words can't were not aloud, hence we learned to do and get better because of her. Thank you for caring about me and encouraging me that I can do things if I or we put our minds to it. Rest in Peace Coach, Teacher, Friend. Sylvia Guerra Gibbs
Carmen Castillo Castaneda
July 12, 2014
She was an awesome P.E. teacher at Canutillo High School. What I remember most from her is telling us she didn't want to hear "I can't" from us. I can! To this day I tell my students the same. Thank you Miss Tinnin for making us strong women. Rest in peace.
PATRICIA MUNOZ
July 12, 2014
Rip you were one of the best.
Yvonne Sapien-Sanchez
July 12, 2014
All our teachers made an impact on us.....especially those who chose Canutillo ISD for their career. They established strong bonds with us, their students, who were treated more like family members than kids in a classroom. It is for these reasons that several of our teachers forever remained in our hearts even as we moved on in the world as young adults. Their love for us was real as was ours for them. WillieTinnin: your smile, your fortitude, your desire to create good character in all of us, and lots more of your gracious givings have done more than you could have imagined. We love you and won't ever forget you! May God embrace you and reward you for all that you did for us!!! Rest in peace.
Melissa Leos- Jordan
July 12, 2014
You were an amazing teacher and truly cared for all of your students at Canutillo ISD. Thank you for having such a positive impact on us. You'll be missed and never forgotten.
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