Photo courtesy of Chambers Funeral Homes - North Olmsted
North Olmsted, Ohio
Jul 9, 1948 – Apr 25, 2021
MARTIN JAMES TINDERA, age 72. He is survived by his wife of nearly 50 years Carolyn (nee Henson) Tindera; son Chris Tindera (Carey), and twin daughters Candi Christner (Tim), and Mandy Jablonski (Matt); grandchildren James, Jack, Jenna, Lauren, and Brooke; brothers Jerry and John (Cathy); and sisters Phyllis and Jan (Ron); and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents Rita (nee Zehe) and John Tindera. Passed away at home April 25, 2021 after fighting like hell against a lengthy illness. Friends may call at CHAMBERS FUNERAL HOME of NORTH OLMSTED, 29150 LORAIN RD. AT STEARNS WEDNESDAY 4-7 PM. with a Prayer Service at 6:00 PM. Inurnment Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery, Friday, April 30, at 3:15 P.M. In lieu of flowers contributions to Hospice of the Western Reserve, P.O. Box 72101 Cleveland, OH 44192
He was born July 9, 1948 in Cleveland, Ohio. After graduating from Padua High School, he proudly served in Vietnam in the Signal Battalion from December of 1968 until returning home on Christmas Day in 1969. He settled in Olmsted Falls, where he raised a family and lived for 43 years. He retired from Whirlpool. He had a lifetime membership to the VFW.
He loved classic cars, motorsports, the Cleveland Indians, fishing, and was recently able to fulfill a lifelong dream of owning a boat.
Marty had a quick wit and a mind like a steel trap. He always had a joke or an entertaining story to tell. Because of this, strangers quickly became friends wherever he went.
He enjoyed old movies and TV shows and would often quote them or change the titles to something absurd, just to make you laugh. He would tell you that all cars are toilets, and all people are clowns.
You would usually find Marty with a New York Times crossword puzzle, a cold beer, or a fire poker in his hand (gotta get rid of that cardboard in the backyard).
Marty could fix anything and solve any problem, useful traits that he passed on to his children. He was always willing to help anyone with anything.
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I knew Marty Tindera briefly when we took Basic Training together at Fort Gordon, Georgia. I remember offering my limited pinochle skills to serve as a 4th player in a game we played in our 4th platoon tent. We were the only platoon in a tent. The other 3 platoons had barracks. What I remember most was that he wasn´t demeaning of my limited card playing skills. That meant a lot to me at that time.
Jim Reiter
August 21, 2025 | Other
Marty,Our warrior bro., Phyllis and Jerome will see you in heaven.
Jerome Tindera
May 14, 2021 | Custer, SD | Brother
I remember the old days when Marty and Billy Vestag were best buddies. I used to go bowling with these guys at some bowling alley on State Road. Rest in peace my friend.
randall mendat
May 04, 2021 | CHARLOTTE, NC | Classmate
I remember you well. You and Billy Vasquez were sidekicks. RIP. Thank You for serving. Fellow classmate of ‘66.
Al Markowski
May 03, 2021 | N. Royalton, OH | Classmate
Carolyn and family,
I’m so sorry to hear of Marty’s passing. I knew him from grade school and then became reacquainted with him and Carolyn years later! Small world...
He is in my prayers!
Bless you all for your loss...
Mary Colnar
April 28, 2021 | Friend
Wherever a beautiful soul has been, there is a trail of beautiful memories. May our friendship and prayers help you through this difficult time.
Doug & Rita Hess
April 28, 2021 | Brook Park, OH | Friend
Marty was a good friend with a wonderful family.
During Marty’s illness he never complained and ALWAYS asked how are you doing?
My heart hurts for Carolyn and the family for the loss of an amazing husband, father, brother, grandfather and friend.
My deepest sympathies and prayers to the Tindera family.
Marty and Carolyn always opened their home and made you feel completely comfortable and welcome.
I will miss the smile and funny phrases.
Fly high my friend.
Mary Oring
April 27, 2021 | North Olmsted, OH | Friend
Great guy we worked together in the sixties,always a lot of laughs at work,car lover like me . We both went to serve our country and just never reconnected after that. Sorry to all the family for your loss,great guy!
Jim mcguire
April 27, 2021
I’m saddened by the loss of an old friend. Marty and I were drafted on the same day in
1968 and we’re in Vietnam at the same time. Once to my surprise he actually called me
On a land line and we spoke for a while. He spent a lot of time at my parents house in
The early 70’s and was really liked by my folks. We put away a lot of brew. He would bring
Carolyn around frequently and were fond of her as well. I will miss him.
Dave Folliett
April 27, 2021 | Middleburg Hts, OH | Friend