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Larry Tinker Obituary
BENTON, LA - Celebration of Life service will be held for Larry R. Tinker on Saturday, February 7, 2015 at 1:00 p.m.at Hill Crest Memorial Chapel. Chaplain Jay Valentine and Bro. Billy Pierce will be officiating the service in Larry's honor. Interment will follow at Pilgrim Home Baptist Church Cemetery in Ivan, LA. The family will be receiving friends on Friday, February 6, 2015 from 5:00 -8:00 p.m. at Hill Crest Memorial Chapel.
Larry was born February 18, 1947 in Turlock, CA and passed away at his residence on February 5, 2015 in Benton, LA. He was employed with Whitaker Construction for 34 years and Hand Construction for 7 years as a Construction Superintendent for both companies. Larry enjoyed spending time with his family and especially his granddaughter. He will be missed by all who knew and worked with him.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Emery E. and Mary Dean Salyards.
Larry is survived by his wife of 45 years, Eileen T. Tinker of Benton, LA; son, Alan Tinker and wife Jeannie of Ruston, LA, daughter, Spring Rambo and husband Johnny; granddaughter, Alana Neal of Benton, LA and brother, Jerry Salyards and wife Kristin of Benton, LA. He is also survived by his two special dogs, Max and Molly who will miss him dearly.
Honoring Larry as pallbearers will be: Mike Ernest, Ricky Rains, Jim Allen, Tommy LePointe, Dean Craig, and Bobby Buford.
You may share your condolences with the family by visiting www.hillcrestmemorialfh.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Larry Tinker
Little brother
February 21, 2024
Been awhile since i sent a few words still always think about good times happy belated birthday brother. Love you and see you later
Little brother
February 18, 2022
I miss you big brother i know you and kristin are looking out for us just wanted to say happy birthday.
Bunk
January 31, 2022
Daddy, it has been almost 7 years since you left us. The pain of losing you is still strong but I know you are in a better place. Kelly and Kristen have now joined you. I hope that Bella and Buddy have found you and are playing with Max, Molly and all of our cherished dogs that have passed throughout the years. Sassy will be there soon so please take care of her as well. I love and miss you very much. I know you are here with me but I wish I could talk to you.
Alan Tinker
February 18, 2021
Happy Birthday daddy! Every so often sitting in my den I smell real strong cigarette smoke for a minute or so and I know that it’s you checking on me. You are dearly missed.
Little Brother
February 18, 2021
Happy birthday big brother
Still keeping all those great memories close
Love and miss you alot
Little Brother
January 14, 2021
Another thanksgiving,christmas and new year past without your presence . I thought about all the great memories of holidays past .
Not a day goes by i dont think about a memory a conversation or a project i helped you with.
We all love and miss you big brother. See you later.
Little Brother
November 28, 2019
Thinking about all the great memories on this thanksgiving day. We all love and miss you big brother, see you later.
Little Brother
October 24, 2018
Went by the old Ivan house place
Sure brought back a lot of great memories me, you and the kids riding 3 wheelers and fishing in pond wow what a rush of emotions.
Love and miss you big brother
Little Brother
August 10, 2018
Not a day goes by I don't think about you and all the great memories from years past.
Love you and see you later big brother
Little Brother
February 5, 2016
It's been one your today you left us we miss you like it was yesterday. Your gone but your spirit will be with me forever I will cherish all the great times and memories. See you later
Big brother.
Little Brother
February 5, 2016
It's been one your today you left us we miss you like it was yesterday. Your gone but your spirit will be with me forever I will cherish all the great times and memories. See you later
Big brother.
Little Brother
December 31, 2015
Missed you over the holidays big brother. Happy new year
Love and miss you
Little brother
September 11, 2015
Still thinking about you every day big brother missing you and love you.
See you later.
Little Brother
July 7, 2015
Still thinking about you everyday brother. Your memory is still vivid in my mind.
Love you , see you later
Little Brother
March 30, 2015
Brother , I am finally realizing you are not here in body and it's hard but I always think back and reminisce about all the great memories so with all that said love you big brother, see you later.
Little brother
March 4, 2015
I still try to pick up the phone and call you when I am on my way home from work to just shoot the bull. It's hard to let go. I miss you and love you big brother.
Dixie Conley
February 10, 2015
Praying for you, Eileen. I know it seems dark now but God is shining on you. There is light and it gets brighter everyday. Love you.
February 9, 2015
Eileen, just read about Larry. So sorry for your loss. Praying for you and family.
Jerry Salyards
February 8, 2015
Larry was not only a great big brother, teacher but also a great person. He was my best friend when I was growing up, he would help me on projects and I would help him. I am sure going to miss talking to him. You don't think about how much you love someone untill they are gone sure wish I would have told him I loved him a lot more. I love you big brother tell everyone I said hello. See you later. Your little brother
February 8, 2015
Eileen, sorry to here about Larry. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Karen Crick and family.
Ted Roberts
February 7, 2015
So very sorry about Larry. He was not only my policyholder but my friend! He will be missed! May God bless & comfort you!
Melissa, Mike, & Aaron Haygood
February 7, 2015
Eileen, know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. The flu has me at home, but I'll be with you in spirit, and will come for a visit when I am well. Please call us if you need anything. The Haygood Family
Debbie Ross
February 6, 2015
Eileen, so sorry for your loss. I still see that twinkle when he smiled. We truly love you & praying for you & family.
Debbie Ross, & The Joan Williams Family
February 6, 2015
Eileen - Dominic just told me about Larry. We are so sorry to hear of his passing. Lloyd & I would be there, but we have family business concerning Dad that we have to take care of this weekend. Please know that you and you family are in our prayers. Love - Veronique & Lloyd Canterbury
David Dickson
February 6, 2015
Larry was a great guy to work for. Last job i was on with Larry was Bayou Walk Shopping Center. He always done what he said he would and stood behind it no matter what ! Thoughts and prayers go out to the family in this time of loss. David & Deborah Dickson
Mike Earnest
February 6, 2015
Larry was one great person and it was a honor to know and to work with Larry. Larry was a great construction superintendent and there are many building in this area that were built by Larry. Sure going to miss talking to him
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