Brock Vicki Leigh Tinnon

Brock Vicki Leigh Tinnon obituary

Brock Vicki Leigh Tinnon

Brock Vicki Leigh Tinnon Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Southern Mississippi Funeral Services on Sep. 9, 2025.

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Vicki Leigh Tinnon-Brock , 60 , of Long Beach, passed away on Tuesday, September 9th, 2025 in Gulfport .

Brock is preceded in death by her grandmother, Helen Inez Crenshaw, grandfather Eldryd "Slim" Crenshaw, grandmother Emma Leigh Tinnon and her grandfather Allen R. Tinnon.

Survivors include her parents Myrtle JoAnn Tinnon and Gerald Davis Tinnon of Long Beach, MS, Scott and Julie Tinnon, niece Taylor Tinnon, nephews Kevin and Robert Tinnon, and grandnephew Jaxson Tinnon.

Vicki obtained her PHD from Kansas State University, her M.S. from University of Alabama and then earned her B.S. and B.A. from the University of South Alabama. Vicki was a professor at many universities including; University of Alabama, Delta State University, Wayne State College, Jacksonville State University, and University of Southern Mississippi. Vicki retired from the Army as a 2nd Lieutenant and then retired from the Arm Reserves as a Captain. Vicki leaves behind not only her family, but also the many dear friends whose lives she brightened with laughter, kindness, and joy. Her memory will forever be our blessing.

In lieu of flowers, Memorial contributions can be made to the Glenn Sebastain Nature Trail at South Alabama.

Southern Mississippi Funeral Services is honored to serve the Tinnon-Brock family. Please visit www.smfs.us to send your condolences and share your memories.

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