Brett Tinley

Brett D. Tinley, Harrington, passed away on Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at home, he was 36. Brett was the son of Donald K. Tinley and Linda E. Gordy.
Brett was a 2006 graduate of Lake Forest High School. He worked as a laborer who did a little bit of everything to include painting, construction, and Instacart/Doordash.
Brett's world revolved about his son, Jayce, spending time with him, and being the best Dad that he could. He enjoyed fishing, building stuff with his hands, July 4th BBQs, and bonfires. Brett loved his family, spending time with his girlfriend Sarah, playing video games watching Philadelphia Eagles Football, and Marvel movies. Brett was a funny, easy-going guy with a great sense of humor who was always willing to lend a helping hand. He was a great son, and a loving dad and will be sadly missed.
Brett is preceded in death by his daughter, Kaydence Tinley; grandfather, Ralph Green; and uncles, Buddy and David Green.
Brett is survived by his son, Jayce Tinley; father, Donald Tinley; mother, Linda Gordy (Tim, "Timster"); girlfriend, Sarah Clark; brother, Derek Glover (Kayla Horn); sisters, Kristen Gordy (Mark Luettke) and Taylor Auer (Anthony Heron); grandmother, Linda J. Green (Richard); stepfather, Paul Glover (Barb); and extended family.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Monday, April 14, 2025, at the Thomas E. Melvin & Son Funeral Home, 15522 S. DuPont Hwy, Harrington, DE at 4 PM. A visitation will take place two hours prior, starting at 2 PM.
The family encourages everyone attending the service to wear their favorite sports team, especially the Philadelphia Eagles attire, or their favorite Marvel attire in honor of Brett.
In lieu of flowers, donations are strongly encouraged to be made directly to Thomas E. Melvin & Son Funeral Home, Inc. to help defray funeral costs.
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