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JOHN LYNN BINTLIFF

JOHN BINTLIFF Obituary

JOHN LYNN BINTLIFF, long time Houston photographer and artist lost his battle with cancer November 12. John was born to Arla and Chester Bintliff February 22, in Houston, Texas. John graduated from Parsons School of Art in New York. He traveled extensively, but was most known for his photographs taken throughout Texas. He enjoyed sharing his talents with the George Ranch and the Texans Children's Hospital where he worked to encourage creativity among the children. John was preceded in death by his parents and his older brother, Ben. He is survived by brothers, McClure and Richard, his children, Jeff, Diane, Terry and Joel, and five grandchildren. John spent the later years of his life in New Ulm doing what he loved best, capturing the beauty of Texas. A memorial service will be held at St. John Lutheran Church in Bellville, November 22 at 3pm. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice Brazos Valley in Brenham..

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Published by Houston Chronicle on Nov. 17, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for JOHN BINTLIFF

25 Entries

Jim Grotte

December 9, 2009

I have many splendid memories, back in the '60's & '70's of us ridin' our Husqvarna off-road motorcycles.
Always tryin' so hard to keep up with him. John will be poppin' "wheelies" in the great beyond.

Max Hambly

November 24, 2009

I will never forget my last memory of John- As sick as he was in his final weeks, and almost too weak to hold up his big old camera, but still taking pictures at his brothers (my father-in law)birthday celebration. I will always be inspired by the image of him in his wheelchair taking pictures that day. We should all learn from him to not waste a single precious moment and to do what we love while we can. RIP

Richard A Bintliff

November 24, 2009

My brother, John Lynn Bintliff, was a superman and he manifested such at a very early age, to wit: We grew up in the country (it was back then)in a two-story house at 1033 Wirt Road. Superman was BIG in our imaginations back then and John Lynn (age 6) went for it full-bore just like he did througout his life; he tied one of Mother's dish towels around his neck (his Superman cape), walked to the edge of the second floor deck, climbed over the railing and "flew." He landed head first in Mother's newly cultivated flower garden, sank up to his ears, pulled his head out, stood up and laughed.
He gave fully of his photographic genius and hugged others that he met with his kindness and compassion.
The world was a better place because John Lynn was here.
Thank you each a every one for your kind remembrances.

Tina Bintliff-Hambly

November 24, 2009

Uncle Lynn,
I remembered you when I was very young and your smile. You were inspiring that you lived through your passion throughout your life, taking pictures. I am honored one was given to me and my husband for our wedding and it hangs in our bedroom. I am grateful you captured family shots that we all treasure and I am most grateful of the photo of me and my little girl you took just months ago. I feel as though we will always have a little bit of you in your legacy. You will be missed.

Love to my cousins and my father.
Christina Bintliff Hambly

November 23, 2009

John was a fixture at our household (Don Weitinger Family) in the 70's. He was so much fun....a true spirit of those times. He did a soul capturing family portrait of us, which stills hangs in Dad's house. All my best to the Bintliff family. Cherish the good memories.
Dona Weitinger Garrett

Dona Garrett

November 23, 2009

John,you are a great man with an infectious smile. It was a pleasure working with you and a privelege to call you friend. My thoughts and prayers to Jeff and the family. With much love, Kathryn Jost.

November 22, 2009

I still have one of John's prints, I got it from him sometime in the 80's when I worked at the Hofbrau and he was a STAR! ....A true artist. The print has travelled with me across the country and has been a treasure to me. I am grateful to have known John and have a piece of his work.

LRM

Gene Casstevens

November 21, 2009

When John packed in his studio and took off to be a REAL cowboy, they all thought he was crazy. But when they saw his work turn into works of art, he was an inspiration. If he hadn't had the guts to do that, I might never have packed up and moved to New York and then Los Angeles a couple of years later. A great talent and a great guy will be greatly missed.

November 21, 2009

Worked with John many times back in the 60s and 70s, and we considered him a good friend. RIP John.

Cliff and Suzie Gillock

Cliff and Suzie Gillock

November 21, 2009

Worked with John many times back in the 60s and 70s, and we considered him a good friend. RIP John.

Cliff and Suzie Gillock

Becky Roberts

November 21, 2009

I have just learned of John's passing and, I feel priveledged to have counted him as a friend. The world has lost someone truly special. My love and prayers to all of John's friends and family.

Jesse J. Salazar

November 21, 2009

I'm so sorry to hear of the passing of John Bintliff, May he rest in peace. My prayers are with you and your family.

Jackie Marciacq Wakin

November 21, 2009

I am sorry to hear of John's passing. I have great memories of him and will always treasure the amazing photographs taken during the early Hofbrau days.

November 21, 2009

It has been a long time since I have seen John. Maybe 3 years ago. Many years ago we had such fun!!! I am so sorry to hear...but know he is in a better place.
Tua Smith Burke

Rhonda Smith

November 20, 2009

Jeff and Family,

We were speaking of John a few months ago and talked about trying to find him. Many great memories of him and I
can still hear his laugh and see his
great smile. He will be missed. May
God be with all of you.

Rhonda & Tyson Smith

Nowery Smith

November 20, 2009

It has years since i seen John, but we had some great times in the early 80's. Such a great person

Jan and Stephen Houston and family

November 20, 2009

May God comfort all of you and give you peace during this difficult time. I will always cherish the wonderful pictures that he took of Annie's wedding. Our condolences to everyone. The Houstons

Jerry A. Duncan

November 19, 2009

Jeff,
May the pain of your loss be somewhat lessened as you are made aware by other "fellow strugglers" that you are important to them and that they hurt because you hurt. Please know that I am one of them.
JD

don weitinger

November 18, 2009

We met when I was 6 and Lynn was 5 at River Oaks
Elementary School. We remained friends all along. I did not know his first name was John for years. So I continued to call him Lynn. We had great fun and interesting times together. I will always remember Lynn's great smile and infectious laugh I got a letter from Lynn about 2 months ago, wrote him back and then heard nothing---I knew something was wrong but I didn't know what. So John Lynn I will have to wait a little while to see you in Heaven. Even though we haven't seen much of each other lately I am missing you just the same. My love goes with you and keep an eye out for me. Don Weitinger Houston, Tx. Jeff and kids I am grieving with you

RJ Harrison

November 18, 2009

Just taking that fabulous photograph was his gift.
Making every hair count as he so aptly put it as he
got the moment of cattle, horses, wildlife in that intense second.
A legacy left behind in his many fabulous photos
will never be forgotten."Gotcha" is what he said as he
took the photo and you knew he really did!

Christina & Mike Tilotta

November 17, 2009

Jeff & family, may God comfort you during this difficult time. May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Jo Bertone

November 17, 2009

Thank you for teaching others how to see as you did. You and your remarkable talent will be missed. My deepest condolences to the brothers, children and grandchildren.

Carl Raia

November 17, 2009

Sorry to learn of John's passing. My regards to the family.

Jeff Myers

November 17, 2009

A great photographer, and a great friend, thank you John for leaving us many memories, some tangible, others fleeting moments.

You will be missed.

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