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Peter Tinnen-Strmiska Obituary

Peter John Tinnen-Strmiska, age 5, transitioned to heaven on Thursday, May 12, 2016 at Norwalk Hospital surrounded by his loving family. He was the son of Kayla Tinnen of Norwalk, CT. and Peter Strmiska of Danbury, CT. He was a kindergarten student at Silvermine Elementary School. In addition to his mother and father Kayla Tinnen and Peter Strmiska his memory will be treasured by his siblings, Charles Tinnen and China Tinnen, his maternal grandparents; Clyde and Laura Tinnen, two uncles, one aunt, three first cousins, and a host of other relatives and friends. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, May 18, 2016 from 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM at Downer Funeral Home, 31 Stillwater Ave. Stamford, CT. followed by a service of celebration on Thursday, May 19, 2016 at 10:00 AM at New Beginnings Community Church, 65 Tokeneke Rd. Darien, CT. with Pastor Robert Cassara officiating and Rev. Dr. Jeffrey A. Ingraham, Eulogist. Interment will follow at Riverside Cemetery, Norwalk, CT.

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Published by The Hour on May 17, 2016.

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Jacqueline Jimenez-Moore & Wimley Moore

May 11, 2022

Little Peter you are always in our hearts stay close to your mom always

RONNIE COLEY

May 21, 2016

TO: The Family of Clyde and Laura Tinnen. I was very sorry to hear of the tragic loss of your grandson. You are in our thoughts and prayers now and in the days to come.
Love, Ronnie Coley In Burlington, North Carolina. Ex-resident of Norwalk CT.

Jeanne & John Smith

May 19, 2016

You are in our prayers in the loss of Peter. We pray that god will give you the
strength to move forward.
We love you dearly

Wimley Moore & Jacqueline Jimenez-Moore

May 19, 2016

Kayla, Peter & family we know there are no words that can take away the pain. As you lay little Peter to rest I do ask our lord to ease the pain and to help you go on. we are so sorry for your loss.
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May 19, 2016

Dear Clyde and family,
So sorry to hear of this tragedy and loss to your family. You were always kind to me and I hope that you are surrounded now by kindness and love,
Sincerely,
Sara Sikes

Norwalk Resident

May 19, 2016

Ms. Tinnen, You do not know me, I saw your son's photo on the news and want you to know that many people are thinking of you and your family right now. There are no words that anyone can say to make any sense of this, he was at such a wonderful age, god bless your son and may he rest in peace! Please know that so many people are holding you in their thoughts.

Vivian Kingwood

May 18, 2016

To Laura and Clyde,
My thoughts are with you at this time and I pray that your hearts are mended in time through your faith and the healing power of our Lord.
Vivian Kingwood

May 18, 2016

Dear Tinnen-Strmiska Family---I only know little Peter through my friend. I cannot imagine what you are experiencing, I can only hope that the god can bless you and keep you close to him so that you may endure.

With loving thoughts,

THe Hannigan Family

Curtis & Doretha English

May 18, 2016

To the Tinnen and Strmiska family we are praying that God will heal all your broken places, cover you in grace, and fill you with peace. Curtis and Doretha English.

May 18, 2016

Kayla,China,Charley and family:
I know words can't ease your sorrow, but I just want you to know that my thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Keep all the beautiful memories of Peter close to your heart. I know I will. Love Vickie Petrellese (Dyanna's mom)

Shirley Mosby

May 18, 2016

Kayla, Clyde, Laura and Family,
Please accept our heartfelt condolences at this difficult time in your life; we pray that God will grant you and your family the peace that the family may need to get through this. There are no Words that can begin to express the sadness your family are feeling right now and may our Lord comfort you and your loved ones. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, Shirley, Adam and the Mosby Family.

Mr & mrs Thaddeus (for formerly Thelma Todd ) Holman

May 18, 2016

To Clyde & Laura & the family of Peter , our heartfelt condolences for your lost . Our prayers go out to you . We ask God for strength for you in this time of bereavement. May god bless you and heaven smile upon you.

frank balogh

May 18, 2016

we were so soory to hear the loss of Peter may he RIP and God Bless you.
frank,Lindley,Analesse

Felicia Leak

May 17, 2016

I'm praying for you stay strong God bless

May 17, 2016

May the comfort of friends and family be your strength for today and the days ahead. May God hold you in His arms and heal the sorrow that you feel. Our deepest sympathy and heartfelt thoughts and prayers go out to you. The Vallade family: Shirley, Fred, Karen and Kevin

Juanita Bond

May 17, 2016

Condolences to the Tinnen & Smirska family, I'm praying for healing. May the love and comfort continue to surround you. God's blessing.

Keith Rissolo

May 17, 2016

Pete I am devastated to have just now learned the loss of your son...I am not with you in body brother, but I am with you in spirit, and I am hoping all who love you are with you both to comfort you in this time of loss...I love you brother...I am praying for you both...
Keith Rissolo

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