Adam Christopher Tumbrink
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Declan Giovanni
April 13, 2025
Mr Tumbrink: You were my third hockey coach when I was 11 years old. But you were the first hockey coach who actually encouraged me and convinced me to play as hard as I could and to accept my performance and to
enjoy the experience. Had you not come along, I would never have picked up a hockey stick again. Being a (worthy) member of your team gave me the insight and confidence to appreciate myself and realize that I was a young man worthy of loving. My family moved from Missouri after being on your team for one year, but the exposure and experience of your mentorship shaped my life forever. I am a success today because of YOU, Sir. How lucky I was to have crossed your path.
Jacob Hantak
March 7, 2021
Adam there’s not a day on this earth that in someway you do not come to my mind. if it’s a joke or if it was just somebody telling someone something, and it always reminded me of our stories, and the time we got to share on this earth! I look back to the times that we work together, and I have pictures of jobs that we have done that started out as if we may not complete it, but in the end of the day whatever the task or challenge was you and I would get the job done. Adam I know you were watching over us, over your family and over your friends and all I can say... is wherever you are I wish you nothing but happiness and eternal life! because you were a great man and we may have lost you physically here on this earth, I know you are in the hearts of many because your memory lives through us,and all the wonderful times you gave us, when we were with you Adam! watch over your family and be proud because that is your legacy! you did everything for your family! whatever it took and I honestly that’s honor! Well for now I wish you’re family strength and perseverance through these days and good health and to rejoice in the good times we had with you till we meet again much love your friend Jake
March 28, 2018
God bless you, Adam. You are sorely missed by countless people that knew and loved you.
I will forever see you as the cute little boy that grew up with my girls. We had great fun as young families, and your mom and I still erupt in laughter as we reflect on those wonderful childhood years.
Rest in peace, beautiful Adam, as your memory continues. May God ease the broken hearts of those you leave behind.
Jeanne Pfadenhauer
Tim Walshauser
March 27, 2018
Adam will be missed by all. Rest in peace Tumbo. My deepest condolences to the entire family.
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Kevin Kelley
March 26, 2018
Adam was a great person. I have plenty of great memories at CBC with him. A wonderful soul. My prayers our with his family.
Kevin Kelley
Timothy Tumbrink
March 17, 2018
Adam, The first time that I ever saw or held you was when I flew home from overseas some 18,000 miles away from a tiny island called Diego Garcia. To have had the honor of not only being your uncle, but to have also been asked by my brother Terry to be your Godfather was an absolute honor, privilege, and a joy. Anyone that knew you was aware of your charismatic personality and that infectious smile that make the darkest room brighten up like a the morning sun coming up over the horizon. You always donated your time for causes to help the less fortunate. This pales in comparison of all of the other things you did for everyone alike whereas you touched their lives in one way or another. All of the children that you coached and mentored where lined up at the church when your casket was brought out for your final journey to your resting place along side your father. What an amazing tribute it was to see this honor guard of young kid's in their hockey jersey's to show you their admiration, respect, and appreciation for your efforts and accomplishments as a hockey coach, mentor, and as a friend. I hope that the Almighty in Heaven with his love and wisdom heals the broken hearts left behind of your wife Nicole, children Brett, and Chole, Nancy (mother), Elizabeth (sister) and all of the rest of your family members. This includes your best friend Shannon. Nobody outside your immediate family loved you more than this man. I thought that several times that he was going to collapse like he was the only one carrying the burden of your untimely loss. A heartfelt thanks to all that left a note of remembrance or a kind thought or expression on this page and those who attended his wake, mass, and the 137 vehicles in his funeral procession to his final resting place. God Bless you one and all.
Jacob Hantak
March 15, 2018
My heart hurts for adams family, I'm sending prayers to his wife an children during this hard time. Adam I want to let you know your a very good friend, an I only knew you for a short time in your life and I learned quick that you have a very pure heart. An I will miss that so much. Adam rest easy bud. I will carry your name with me till we meet again. You always had a great outlook on life and you worked very hard to care for the people you loved. Adam I'm lost for words but I know your looking down on me an everyone an giving them/I strength an hope. I pray one day, I will see you again brother RIP. From your friend Jake (squrral) lol
Desiree Koczan
March 15, 2018
My deepest condolences to the entire family. All of you are in my thoughts and prayers during this mournful time.
March 15, 2018
Dear Nancy, Elizabeth, Nicole and kids,
Feel very fortunate that our family had the pleasure of getting to know Adam 35 years ago at Linda Vista, On to Ascension and then to CBC. What a beautiful smile he always had, those big blue eyes and always happy to see you. The world was a better place because he was in it, he will be so missed. We all grieve with you, can not imagine your suffering, know we are praying for you. GARY & ANN WALSHAUSER
Friend of a Friend
March 14, 2018
There are people we never meet but feel like we know because of the impact they have on those important to us. Adam you were one of those people. You made a huge impact on those you came in contact with and even some of us who never had the privilege of meeting you. I have no doubt that you were an amazing father, husband, friend, coach, and philanthropist. May your legacy live on through you wife and children.
Nicole, Brett, and Chole may you feel the love, comfort, strength and support to endure the difficult times ahead. You will continue to be in my thoughts and prayers as you process this tragic loss.
Tammy Ashley
March 14, 2018
My deepest condolence's to all those who loved Adam! May God bless you all.
Diane Roberts
March 14, 2018
Nancy, I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family will always be in my prayers.
Tony and Leslie Del Vecchio
March 14, 2018
Please accept our deepest sympathies.
Angie Pfadenhauer Quick
March 14, 2018
I had the pleasure of knowing Adam and his family most of my childhood and adult life. He could always fill a room with laughter, and his quick wit and humor seemed to be never ending. I, among many, was shocked and devastated to hear of his passing. The world lost an amazing friend to many. To me, he will be remembered as a man full of life and spirit. Nancy, my heart goes out to you as your mourn his loss. Nicole, may God give you strength in the days ahead with your sweet children, and time you need for yourself to grieve. To everyone else in Adams family , my deepest condolences are with you. And to Adam , may your sweet soul forever Rest In Peace.
Cheryl Morrow
March 14, 2018
Dan & DeDe my condolences on your loss.
Lloyd Ney
March 14, 2018
Your family and the families of everyone Adam touched as a coach, father, husband, son, and friend are in our prayers.
Godspeed, Coach Adam Tumbrink.
Lloyd Ney
Becky Andrews
March 14, 2018
Adam played hockey with my brother Rick, I can tell you he is devastated. As a CBC graduate, you will Always Be Brothers For Life! I know you are skating in heaven.
To his wife, kids and family, my love and prayers are with you. Adam has touched many lives with good memories and those will always live on.
Julie Wilson
March 14, 2018
Adam promised the boys they could shave his head if they won an important game. He kept his word and made their day! He was an amazing coach.
Matt Muenz
March 14, 2018
I never actually had the pleasure to meet you, besides shaking your hand after the game....but seeing the videos of you, your family life, and what you have done for the less fortunate speaks loudly. RIP Adam
Julie Wilson
March 13, 2018
Adam, we are so blessed to have had the time we had you in our lives. Thank you for the laugheter... so much laughter. Thank you for loving my kids like your own. Thank you for giving so much of yourself to so many. Nancy, thank you for raising such an amazing person! Nicole, Brett, Chloe... Adam's light will live on through you. We love you all!
The Wilsons
Greg Royer
March 13, 2018
Tumbo you are a great friend, father, husband and coach! I always looked forward to seeing you because you could make the whole room happy! You will be dearly missed but never forgotten! Love ya brother!
Nichole Royer
March 13, 2018
Loved by one his hockey families!
Steve / Marilyn Schmidt
March 13, 2018
Dear Nancy, Elizabeth, Nicole and family. We are devastated at hearing of your loss of Adam. Knowing you all these years as having such a wonderful family, we are heart saddened by the news. May God hold you tightly in his arms in the days, months and years ahead and grant you comfort and peace as you try to cope with your tremendous loss. Love always...
Marco Chiodini
March 13, 2018
Tumbo. You will be sorely missed brother. You were always there at good times or bad to make me laugh and have a good time. You made my high school year's. There is not one moment I would change. I cherish the fact that you passed your horsemen legacy down to me and that I kept your legacy going after your graduation. You really had such an incredible inspiration on me that I started living my life like you. Always have a smile and make people happy and smile too. It works and can be contagious in a good way. I love you brother. Be in peace.
Jamie L.
March 13, 2018
I don't know any of you personally. I told my mother to send my condolences to you.. thought I'd look this up instead.. This entire story from the beginning,that I've followed has just got to me hard. I am so very sorry for your&kids loss. You have Tons of people to help you with strength in this very hard time... That's what friends&family are for...
The video I seen on fb, really showed what kind of guy Adam was...An all American caring,loving,fun& funny guy.. Keep those memories forever...Fly High Adam... your family is in great hands....
always smiling
Barney Osteloh
March 13, 2018
Jeff Smith
March 13, 2018
Hard to believe it was almost 30 years ago that I first met Adam as his hockey coach at Creve Coeur. One of the most enjoyable coaching experiences of my career and "Cement Head" was a character I always remembered fondly. It was very gratifying to see him give back to the game as a coach at Chesterfield so many years later. My deepest sympathies to the entire Tumbrink family.
Saddened Stranger
March 13, 2018
I did not know Adam but wanted to express my condolences for Nicole, Brett, and Chloe. Im so sorry and Im praying for you. May the Lord comfort those babies and may the Lord ease the pain in the hearts of all his family and friends. Rest In Peace Adam
Eleanor Cecil
March 13, 2018
My dear, dear Nancy. There just are no words.
You are one of my dearest friends and I just want you to know how much I love and care about you.You are in my constant thoughts and prayers.
One of my first, and favorite, memories of Adam. What a beautiful, sweet, happy baby.
Donna Graham
March 13, 2018
Trish Philipak
March 13, 2018
I am a long time friend of Adams Uncle Tim. I am so very sorry for the loss of Adam. Sympathy and prayers for Adams wife and children. I will continue to pray for comfort for the Tumbrink family.
Linda Marie
March 13, 2018
I did not know Adam or your family but had been following the story and was devestated when I saw the news. I am so very sorry for your family's loss. May the wonderful memories you shared with Adam bring you comfort until you meet again. God Bless your family, especially his children and may he Rest In Eternal Peace.
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