Tim Ecclestone Obituary

Name: Visitation for Tim Ecclestone
Start: 2024-03-18T15:00:00.000Z
End: 2024-03-18T17:00:00.000Z
Location: Mount Pisgah

ECCLESTONE, Tim

Tim Ecclestone, 76, of Toronto, Canada, passed away on March 2, 2024, in Roswell, Georgia.

Coach, as he was fondly known, enjoyed spending time with his friends and had a deep love for his family and dogs. He was known for never forgetting a name or face and was a respected leader among his hockey teammates. Tim was a beloved boss and dedicated to giving back to the community, often hosting yearly charity golf tournaments.

Tim had a successful career both on and off the ice. He played in the NHL for the St. Louis Blues, Detroit Red Wings, Toronto Maple Leafs, and Atlanta Flames. He later served as an assistant coach for the Atlanta Flames. Additionally, Tim owned a nightclub in Sandy Springs called Timothy Johns, The Clubhouse in Buckhead and TJ's Sports Bar in Roswell.

In his spare time, Tim enjoyed playing golf, as well as sharing stories and having a laugh with his close-knit group of cherished friends.

Tim Ecclestone is survived by his daughter, Sandi Tisdale; granddaughte,r Ali Tisdale; son-in-law, Sean Tisdale, son Mark Ecclestone; future daughter-in-law, Susan Andrise; brother, Pete Ecclestone; sister, Jane Wilson; and beloved dog, Moose. He was preceded in death by his wife, Susan Ecclestone; mother, Ruth Ecclestone; father, William Ecclestone; and brother, Bill Ecclestone.

A service to celebrate Tim's life will be held on March 18, 2024, at Mount Pisgah, 2850 Old Alabama Road, Johns Creek, GA 30022. Visitation will take place from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM, followed by the service at 1:00 PM.

In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Angels Among Us Pet Rescue at angelsrescue.org/donate/ or the Atlanta Fire Peewee Quebec Hockey Club at cooler.com.

Rest in peace, Coach. Your legacy of friendship and generosity will be cherished by all who knew you.

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Published by Atlanta Journal-Constitution on Mar. 14, 2024.

Memories and Condolences
for Tim Ecclestone

11 Entries

Joseph O'Sullivan

July 1, 2025

You were the best Tim. I loved working for you at sport rock in sandy springs 1988. Time Flys. Rest easy Coach. You will be missed.

Gary Titmarsh

December 31, 2024

Was watching the Leafs game this afternoon (Dec 31), and was saddened to see that Tim had passed away. A little background, my father, Don Titmarsh (far left in the picture), coached Timmy when he played his minor hockey in London, Ontario. That´s me as 7 (?) year old in front in the left. My dad passed away 15 years ago and he was always proud of Tim. I too coach minor hockey in Toronto and have run into many NHL alumni who always speak highly of of Tim. Great skater, real gentleman! My sincere condolences on his passing.

John Peters

December 31, 2024

I new Tim at Oakridge Acres High School in London Ontario.Tim played hockey in London.A great guy and player.

Daniel L. Ecclestone

June 18, 2024

I was related to Tim in some way.
My side of the family imigrated
to St. Catherins, Onterio.
I played a lot of hockey when I was younger and played at Olympia
for the Junior Red Wings in a championship game ln 1957.
Tim was a mintor of mine and
Influenced my athletic career.
Although I never met him, I fallowed his career as a Redwing
when he played for Detroit. His
iconic career was played with
Integrity. A carecter trate that I
Indevered to emulate in my
Collage football days as a defensive tackle for Eastern Michigan University 62-66. Dan Ecclestone

Lou Walker

March 23, 2024

It is with deep sadness that I learned of Tim Ecclestone`s passing. I have a lot of great memories through the years of Tim and Sue. Too many to share here. Many thoughts and prayers to his children, family and a plethora of friends and fans. Sincerely, Lou Walker organist for the Atlanta flames.

Holly Bell

March 19, 2024

Thanks for the great memories while I worked at Timothy Johns in the 80"s those were the good ol days! I know you will be missed by your family and friends and dog too! Until we meet again my friend RIP . Holly Ward Bell and Peter Bell

Betty McDowall

March 18, 2024

I remember Tim so many years ago from high school at Richview Collegiate in Etobicoke. He was always such a pleasant young man and very modest about his ability in hockey. I also remember his late wife Susan as we both figure skated at Michael Kirby's skating school and since she also attended Richview C I. I did see Tim play at Maple Leaf Gardens in Toronto once. I believe he was with the Flames then. My sincere condolences to his children, grandchild and friends.

William J. MacIver

March 18, 2024

TJ was a good guy who always had time for anyone!! He will be missed.

David Shelton

March 18, 2024

Tim was a dear friend. He was
always eager to help you in any way possible. TJ' Sports Bar was the home of our
University of Kentucky
Alumni Club for over 30 years.
Tim made everyone feel like
they were the most important
customer he had. We had many wonderful events at TJ's.
Tim will be greatly missed by
all that knew him. He was a very generous and humble person. It was an honor and a blessing to have known him.
Rest in Peace Tim.

James Hanna

March 16, 2024

Pete--I know it's been a while but I wanted to tell you how sorry I was to see the news about Tim-- I think back to 1976 when Don Stewart and I went to Mardi Gras--Don talked to Tim and he set us up with tickets at the old Omni in Atlanta for the Flames game on Friday--It was an honor to watch him play--Again very sorry for your loss--Hope all is well with you--Sincerely, Jim Hanna

Bobby Pace

March 15, 2024

I was running the bldg Tim came out and rented the bottom floor
I did air conditioning work in the bldg and helped Tim and his partner John Thermond nail down boards and night while building Timmothy Johns
Helped Tim out when something was broken
And of course became part of the gang at Timothy Johns
I wanted to get out to see Tim again and talk about old times
I will miss him dearly

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