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for KRISTOPHER TINKER
Mary Robinson
May 6, 2010
When I first met Kris it took about five seconds to recognize he was sharp, not just intellectually, but quite a snazzy dresser as well. His enthusiasm for teaching challenged me to ask questions and seek answers. In all my years of school, college included, I’d say he was one of the best teachers I’ve had. We formed an immediate bond when we discovered we both loved the English language. We’d joke and insist we weren’t verbose, we were just lexophiles at heart. Kris is already greatly missed. I was blessed to have known him. He was a knowledgeable colleague and a kind friend. To his dear family, my thoughts and prayers are with you. I pray you are left with only cherished memories of our dear Kris.
Stefanie Clark
May 6, 2010
I am so sorry for your loss. Kris was one of my favorite trainers. He taught me a lot. Just last month at class, Kris was showing me a picture of his beautiful wife and adorable son. Your family is in our prayers.
Jim Botelho
May 3, 2010
I am very sorry for your loss. You have been in our thoughts and prays every day. Kris was a great friend and colleague...He will be missed...
Sonny Boone
April 30, 2010
Kris was a true professional and it was obvious that he loved everything about training. He told me many times that he had his dream job and it showed. We used to joke about needing a dictionary to understand his e-mails and I was always amazed by his command of the English language. I'll miss those e-mails, his sense of humor, his extensive research on all topics and most of all, his friendship. We are all better because of Kris.
Wayne Inlow
April 28, 2010
Kris was very dedicated to creating a learning environment that rivaled all. He had a way with words and a sense of rumor that always tickled my fancy. I will miss him and my thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Richard Smith
April 28, 2010
I am deeply saddened to hear of Kris' passing. I had the pleasure of working with him in developing and teaching courses through Claim University. He was a very bright and engaging mentor to many people in our company. He will be deeply missed. My thoughts and prayers are with Kris' family during this most difficult time.
Chris Day
April 27, 2010
All of my thoughts and prayers are with you. It was my privilege to know Kris and to see the impact he made in the lives of those he taught and mentored. We all miss him very much.
Paul Horner
April 27, 2010
To Kris' family, I am very sorry for your loss. You have been in my thoughts and prayers..
Jacquie Sasser
April 27, 2010
Kris was a a joy to work with. He led by example, always had something valuable to add, and his sharp wit leavened the situation many times. We will miss him tremendously. My deepest wishes for solace go to the TInker family in this time of sorrow. I add my prayers to the many others, that your grief may pass and God be with you.
Celeste Patin
April 26, 2010
Words cannot express my sorrow to Kris' family and friends. It was a pleasure to have known and worked with him. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.
Dan Mullaney
April 26, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. I really got to know Kris a few years back when we worked a hurricane together in Houston. Then I got the opportunity to work with him at Claim University. The world is a better place because of Kris. I’ll miss his wit and great sense of humor.
Debbie Bonczek
April 26, 2010
I feel very fortunate to have had the opportunity to work with Kris. While his visits to Windsor were limited, I will remember him as a very kind and caring individual. Kris will live on in the hearts and memories of all those who had the great pleasure of knowing him. My thoughts and prayers are with his family during this difficult time.
Rod Brown
April 26, 2010
It was truly a pleasure working with Kris. Kris and I shared many exciting vacation travel stories that he enjoyed with his family. I always looked forward to his many words of knowledge and wisdom. He will greatly be missed by his Travelers Claim University Family.
Wayne Carlin
April 26, 2010
To Kris' family... please accept my deepest condolences and prayers. I knew Kris through work and I am thankful for the opportunity to have known him. May God bless and strengthen you.
Philip Crowder
April 26, 2010
Kris had a way with words unmatched by anyone. When his e-mails came across my screen they were sure to brighten by day. We will miss him.
Jerry Zielinski
April 26, 2010
I was honored to have Kris on my team. He was a consumate professional. He will be greatly missed.
John Leonard
April 26, 2010
I had the experience of sharing several classes for which Kris taught. My deepest condonlences for your loss.
Paul Sutherland
April 26, 2010
My condolences to the entire Tinker family. Kris was an excellent instructor and a wonderful person. I took numerous classes taught by Kris and really enjoyed his teaching style and delivery of information. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Dan Rich
April 26, 2010
Kris was an esteemed colleague, and I had the pleasure of teaching a few classes with him. I used to love reading his e-mails- he was a real master of the language. My deepest condolences to the Tinker family
Martina Callahan
April 26, 2010
We are deeply sorry to hear of your loss. We are saddened that we never met your son/grandson. May God's love surround you at this difficult time. Love always, Jim and Tina
Alan Schaefer
April 26, 2010
You are in my thoughts and prayers a great colleague, a great loss.
RIP Kris
Doug Carpenter
April 26, 2010
Doug and Alisha Carpenter send you all our thoughts and prayers in your time of your loss. May God be with you now and forever.
April 25, 2010
Christy and Heath,
We are so sorry for your loss. You are in our prayers.
Jim, Jennifer, Hannah, Elizabeth, and Jillianne Rice
April 25, 2010
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. May you feel God's loving arms around you at this difficult time. God bless you with peace. Sincerely,
Lori & Mark
Linda
April 25, 2010
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2010
April 25, 2010
Ted and I are very sorry for your loss. We will pray for all of you , Kris as well, and we will be thinking of you . We wish we could ease the pain. XOXO Ted and Francie
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