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Robert Tinnell Obituary
He was the most loving, caring, genuine, compassionate and patient man and would do anything for anyone. He loved his family, cats (Sport, Annabelle and Toni) and grand dogs (Jewels, Jackson, Rocky, Bisquit and Bella).
He was born December 20, 1951 in Louisville to Charles E. and Gladys Stettler Tinnell. He worked construction until forced to quit in 2001 due to health reasons.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his brothers, James Tinnell and Paul Tinnell Sr.; and sisters-in-law, Rhoda Tinnell and Pat Tinnell.
Survivors include his beloved wife and soul mate, Mary Anne (Middleton) Tinnell; two daughters, Michelle Renae Tinnell Perry (Eric) and Jessica Michele James; two sons, Robert L. Tinnell II (Beth) and Evan L. James. His surviving siblings are Carl Tinnell Sr., Randy Tinnell Sr. (both of Louisville) and Sandy Cotton (Robert) of Georgia; grandchildren, Justin DeSilvey, Mitchell Tinnell and Paityn Tinnell; and his mother-in-law, Elizabeth Middleton of Mt. Pleasant, IN and sisters-in-law, Michele Middleton of Nashville, TN and Aline Tinnell. He is also survived by many cousins, nieces and nephews.
Bobby, in his selfless way, was able to touch 111 lives through organ/tissue donation.
A memorial Mass will be 10 a.m. Saturday, September 10, 2011 at Sts. Simon & Jude Catholic Church, 4335 Hazelwood Ave. A celebration of his life will be at Lakeside Reflections, 617 Brown Forman Rd. in Jeffersonville, IN on Sunday, September 11, 2011 from 12 p.m. - 5 p.m.
God speed our beloved Bobby.
Donations may be made to Jewish Hospital & St. Mary's Foundation for the Bobby Tinnell Scholarship, 200 Abraham Flexner Way, Louisville, KY, 40202.
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Cindy Gapter
September 24, 2011
Dear Maryanne and family....Houston seems like so many years ago. I have been trying to follow how things were going but I had no idea Bobby had passed away. You have always amazed me with what you all have been through. I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers that God will bless you with peace and grace! Hugs to you Maryanne!
September 12, 2011
Dear Tinnell Family,
I know it's going to be hard to move on in life with such a huge loss. Bobby was such a loving husband, a wonderful helpful father and a much loved Pop-pa. He touched so many lives in the time he spent here with us. He was such a strong positive man, no matter what his condition was. He always greeted everyone with a smile. I know there is nothing we can do to help ease the pain, but our deepest sympathy and many prayers go out to your family and close friends.
~The Wardrip Family
larry stettler
September 10, 2011
Bobby was and remains one of my friends that shared alot of our times together at work with PAUL ROBERTSON.Never a boring hour with Bobby,Pat,and Bernard.YOU are my friend.R.I.P.Your cousin,Larry
terry ronayne
September 9, 2011
Mary Anne you are such a selfless wonder I hope you and your family can find Peace.Bless you, Terry Ronayne
Tracy DeSilvey
September 9, 2011
Michelle, Eric and Justin
I'm sorry to hear of your loss. You all are in my thoughts. Tracy and Casey DeSilvey!!
Sharon Bratcher
September 9, 2011
Mary Anne, my deepest heartfelt sympathy to you and your family. You are in my prayers.
Evelyn Hill
September 9, 2011
Mary Anne, May God provide you with the strength during this difficult time to know that you will see your soul mate oneday in Heaven. You and your family are in my prayers. With Love.
Kitten Lawless
September 9, 2011
Mary Anne,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I am so sorry for your loss.
Nora Thurman
September 8, 2011
Michelle & Robby, I'm so sorry to hear about your Dad. He was a wonderful person and will be missed. I know how hard it is to lose your dad at such a young age please know that I'm keeping you all in my prayers. Love you all, Nora
Denise Paul
September 8, 2011
To The Family:
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I hope the memories of Bobby get you all through the days ahead.
Shannon Middleton
September 8, 2011
Mary Anne,You have amazed us with your courage, your heart, your strength through all of this illness. You are an amazing person. We all are praying for you at this time of need. We love you.
Your Middleton family in Indy
Connie Baize
September 8, 2011
Mary Anne - I never met Bobby but I know when you talked about him, it was apparent how much you truly loved him. You almost glowed when you spoke about him. Few people find their true soul mate - how blessed you were! I will be praying for you and your family.
John Shouse
September 8, 2011
Robby & Michelle,
Your Dad was an awesome man, keep him in your heart for all your lives. Words can't express what your going through, but if you ever need us were here for you.
Love, John & Lynn.
Jason & Shannon
September 8, 2011
Our thoughts are with all of Bobby's family. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Stay strong. Our deepest sympathy.
September 8, 2011
Mary Anne & family
So sorry to hear about Bobby's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. His light will be missed in this world. Love, Kevin Bratcher
Bobby and Paity December 2010
Jenny and Larry Harkins
September 8, 2011
Jenny Harkins
September 8, 2011
Rob, Bethie, Paity and Mitchell,
We love you all so much. We were very fond of Bobby and our hearts continue to be sorrowful. You all know you can count on us for anything, not just for you four, but for your entire family. All our love.
Jenny, Larry and Olivia Harkins
Dan Stupka
September 8, 2011
May god bless and help guide you as you mourn the loss of Bobby. We will pray for Bobby and your entire family.
Sincerely, Your Nashville friends from Feature Displays, Dan,Vic,Gary and Jeff
September 8, 2011
so sorry for your loss! our thoughts are with you.
smeh switchboard
Gigi Isaza
September 8, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Julie Hakes
September 8, 2011
All of you are in my prayers and thoughts. Stay strong.
Margie Brown
September 8, 2011
Carl,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Our deepest sympathy.
The Piccolo Family
September 8, 2011
Jessica Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family...We know this is the hardest thing to go thru, but we are your family too and if you need anything please let us know..Mortenson Family Dental...
Linda Frost
September 8, 2011
Mary Anne, my heart hurts for you and your family. I know Bobby was greatly loved. I'm holding all of you in prayers. Grace and Peace.
SHIRLEY BUNTAIN
September 8, 2011
So many lives have been touched by Bobby's journey. We are thankful to have known him and will continued to be inspired.
Much Love,
Shirley Buntain
September 8, 2011
Mary Anne, I will keep you and your family in my prayers. So very sorry for your loss, sounds like he was a wonderful person. He married a great gal too.
Linda Hudson
September 8, 2011
Deepest Sympathies from the Murphy Family
Ellean
Cheryl
Sandra
Renee
Jerry
George
Paul Tinnell Jr.
September 8, 2011
He will be missed greatly by all that knew him. I am so sorry Mary Anne.
Our prayers are with you all during this time of sorrow.
He was my Uncle and my friend. I will miss him every day.
Jackie Barnett
September 8, 2011
Bobby, was one of the sweetest men I've ever known. I can't even begin to express how deeply sorry I am Jess and Mary-Ann. I love you guys so much and am so sorry you have to deal with such a tragic loss after such an admirable battle. I love you all.
September 8, 2011
Mary Anne and family:
We wanted to express our sympathy to you and your family. You are in our prayers at this most difficult time.
Sincerely, Patsy Seger,Sally and Joe
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