Bob Tinline

A photo of Bob Tinline

Visitation:

Mix and Mingle
Blenheim Legion
Monday May 15 between 4:00pm-9:00pm

It is with profound sadness to advise that Robert Bruce Tinline of Blenheim passed away, with his family by his side, on Thursday May 11th, 2023. Born in Chatham 74 years ago to the late Blake & Norma Tinline. Beloved husband of 52 years to Ellen (Kearney) Tinline. Proud and loving father to their sons Drew (Wendi Van Dyke) and Brad (Shannon Minor). He was the doting “Grandpa T” to his three grandsons Blake, Jack and Will and a granddaughter, Clair. Bob was predeceased by his infant son Stacey (Brad’s twin) and is survived by his only sister Wendy Hehn (Ernie) and sons, Matthew and David (Ambar) and their children, Harlow and Braylon.
Bob was born and raised in Thamesville where he loved to run the countryside, played sports and was a lifeguard at the Thamesville Pool. He frequented the Rondeau Pavilion where he loved to dance and hang with friends. He first set eyes on his soulmate, Ellen, at the RDHS Teen Town dance. From there they continued their lifelong journey together, finally settling in Blenheim to start their family.
Bob was a hard-working individual and owned his own construction business for many years. Bob took great pride in learning and sharing his knowledge with others (or anybody who would listen). Bob loved sports, especially playing and coaching baseball and hockey. He was fondly known as “Tinner” by his teammates and friends. Bob was passionate about hunting, but what he loved the most, as he got older, was going to The Watt’s Bay Hunt Camp and spending time with his sons, grandkids and friends.
Bob’s wish was to have a Mix and Mingle, as he called it. So please stop by the Blenheim Legion between 4pm – 9 pm, Monday, May 15th and share a drink with friends and family to reminisce, share a story or two to celebrate Bob’s life. There will be a light snack available.  Thank you to the staff at the Chatham-Kent Hospice for keeping Bob comfortable in his final days. In lieu of flowers please consider donating to the Chatham-Kent Hospice.

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Bob and his family were my parents neighbours on William St. He and Ellen were such good neighbours! They were kind to them, helping them whenever they could! We really appreciated their kindness!

Our condolences to you and your families.

Ellen and families, I am so very to read of Bob's passing. Hold tight to all the good memories. Sincere condolences. Bunny

Sincere condolences. Our thoughts and prayers are with yous.🙏

Ellen, I am so sorry. My deepest condolences to you and your family.

Ellen and families sending my condolences to you. Hold close all the special memories you've shared. In friendship, Joyce Gardiner.

Dear Ellen and Family & Wendy and Family . . . The gathering yesterday in honour of Bob was lovely. We enjoyed reconnecting with friends of old whether reminiscing about Thamesville Baseball days, Teen Town, Rondeau dances, or Minor Hockey . . . great memories of a great guy! We've all been Blessed to have known Bob Tinline. May you each receive the Blessings of strength, comfort and peace as you navigate the days ahead and share your most cherished memories. Extending our very sincere sympathy Fred and Cheryl Galbraith

My deepest sympathy Ellen and family. He will be truly missed Hugs and Prayers

Ellen and family-we are sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

Ellen, Drew, Wendi, Brad, Shannon. So sorry for your loss. Bob will certainly be missed. Sending hugs and prayers your way. Aaron, Shari, Cole and Marnie McCutcheon

Condolences to Ellen and Family.

Ellen, Drew, Brad and families We are so sorry to hear of Bob’s passing. He was a wonderful contributor to many families in Blenheim. He has left a legacy behind. Please know we have all of you in our thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time. Penny and Bev Wilton

Ellen and family: Wishing you peace as you travel this new road. Leroy and Patricia Dekens

Ellen, Brad, Drew and family. Sending our love and condolences on the passing of Bob. So sorry for your loss.💔

Dear Ellen & the Tinline family. My deepest condolences on the passing of Bob. My thoughts are with you at this difficult time.

Sending condolences on the passing of Bob.

So very sorry for the loss of Bob. Wishing him and your family peace. You are in our prayers.

Mrs Tinline , Drew and Brad We are so very sorry for you’re loss. Mr Tinline was a straight forward coach, dad and friend to everyone. He donated a lot of time to Blenheim minor baseball. You always knew where you stood with him. A large group of Drew’s friends spent a lot of nights in the Tinline basement rather than driving home after a late night. We have a lot a great memories of your whole family. Thank you for all you did for us growing up, trying to keep us out of trouble. Mr Tinline is truly one of kind, honest, hard working man that our family will not forget. We are thinking of your family. Please be safe. Pettipiece’s and Wilton’s

Dear Ellen & family ~~ our sincere & heartfelt sympathy with the passing of your beloved & life partner Bob. We remember those "good old Rondeau days" where we met Bob" & on occasion our paths crossed with passing years. "A fond memory" - - - at the Holiday Inn on our wedding day xo. We hope you will have peace that he is at rest & his struggles are over. tender thoughts Barry & Elaine Stephens xo

Ellen and Family and Wendy and Family.. too many memories of growing up together in Thamesville and know the void you are facing . Please remember all the good times. My brothers Gary and Billy share David’s and my condolences for all of you.

Wishing you and your family strength and peace. Bob was an amazing man, always willing to lend his knowledge and share a story.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, Ellen. Bob was such an easy-going great guy; we really enjoyed his company, expertise and talent when he built our house. Allows smiling and happy, a very witty man- Rest in Peace Bob.

So sorry to hear of Bob’s passing, our sincere condolences.

I’m so sorry for your loss. May all your memories help you though this difficult time. Linda

Our sincerest condolences Ellen and family at this very sad and difficult time. May all your loving memories help to bring you comfort and strength now and in the days ahead.

Ellen,Drew and the entire Tinline family.Our thoughts and prayers go out to you all at this sad time. I have known Bob since younger years around the Thamesville ball park,later in Blenheim and Chatham.Many great memories.Always the Wonderful family man, great smile ,and positive competitor. Soft hands and a great bat! Can never have enough of those on The Heavenly Ball Team. Bob you will be missed. Thinking of you all, Nancy and Keith Balmer

We are so sorry to hear of Bob's passing. A great man that will truly be missed.

You can never be prepared for a loss like this. Please know I’m thinking of you and yours. Take care.

Ellen and family So very sorry to learn of Bob's death. Many memories come back of times with you and Bob growing up in Ridgetown and area....hockey rinks, RDHS, Rondeau &sharing family times . Sincere condolences Ray&April Brien

Ellen and family…I’m so sorry for your loss. Please know we’re thinking of you. You have so many amazing stories and memories to treasure. Hugs ❤️

Yes. I think I was at that Friday night Teentown when Bob first strolled in with Brownie and his sister, Wendy. As I remember, he looked a little like Dion Dimucci and right away he had his eyes fixed on Ellen. That first dance - was it Danny and the Juniors or Chuck Berry? Whatever it was, it must have been that last slow one, the Association's Cherish, that sealed the deal. Rest in peace, Tinny; you were always a good guy. Rob

Ellen, Drew, Brad & Families - Sending my heartfelt condolences. I have such warm memories growing up in your home and Bob’s quiet and witty humor made me laugh whenever I saw him. So many fun times. He will be remembered with much love by all whom knew him. Thinking of you all as you celebrate his remarkable life. - Tara

I am so sorry for your loss. Thinking of the whole family. ❤️😞

Sorry for your loss Brad and Drew.

Sorry for your loss Brad and Drew.

Ellen we are so sorry for your loss, we have found memories of Bob as our neighbour, I miss the truck side visits Regards Scott and Marcia

Our deepest sympathies to Ellen, Drew & Bradley & families.. Bob was one of our favorite people in the whole world.. we will miss him always. Watts Bay will never be the same without Bobby. 💔😢

Ellen and Family, thinking of you at this difficult time❤️

I want to express my heartfelt sympathy to Ellen and her family! I didn’t know bob well but what I knew was he was a very friendly and caring person! You have your memories Ellen so hold on to those! The memories will comfort you!

Sympathy to all of Bob's Family and also sister Wendy and Family. The Tinline Family were our neighbors when we were all growing up many moons ago. We also followed Bob's mother when she played for the Florence Chicks. Treasure all your fun memories. Pat Tiffin (Lunn) and Family Judy Sage (Lunn) and Family

My sincerest condolences to Ellen and the boys and their families. I have known Bob for almost my whole life and he was always such a nice guy. Rest easy Bob! Cathy (Jr)

Dearest Ellen, I am so very sorry for you loss. Bob was such a good, kind man. Mick and I have many wonderful memories of time spent with you, Bob and all the boys! Hugging you in my heart and sending up prayers for you and all the family.

Ellen and Family Our Deepest Sympathies and Sincere Sadness to hear of Bobs Passing always enjoyed our conversations

Sincere condolences to the Tinline family.

Ellen, my sincere sympathy to all the family

My condolences to the Tinline family we will miss his big smile .

Our condolences to all of the Tinline family. Bob was a great man and it was a pleasure knowing him.

Ellen and family. We were so saddened to hear of Bob’s passing. He will be missed by anyone who knew him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Keep his memories alive with all your stories. ❤️Eli and Dave.

Ellen and family. We were so saddened to hear of Bob’s passing. He will be missed by anyone who knew him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Keep his memories alive with all your stories. ❤️Eli and Dave.

My thoughts and prayers are with you Ellen and your family

Ellen and family we are so very sorry for your loss. Let all the happy memories help you through this sad time. Fred & Kaye

Ellen, we are so sorry to hear of Bob's passing. Deepest condolences to all the Tinline family.

Our deepest sympathies to Ellen and family .

Our sincere condolences to the Tinlie family.

Bob was one of the nicest guys I ever had the pleasure of meeting. RIP. Our condolences to the entire family.

My condolences Drew and Wendi and to the entire Tinline family.

Our sincere condolences Ellen and family. I have shared Bob's passing on the RDHS 60'S Reunion page. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. ❤️🙏

We are sending our most heartfelt condolences to all of you. We got to see what an incredible carpenter Bob was when he built our porch for us many years ago. We also got to know what a kind and witty person he was. I always enjoyed running into him over the years, as he took the time to ask how the family was and he was happy to share how proud he was of his family and all of his children’s and grandchildren’s accomplishments. Take care- Carmon, John, Austin, Carter and Everett Pickering

Our condolences to the families.

Dear Ellen and family ,Sincere condolences to you.Always a friendly hello and smile. Treasure all your memories.Cheryl(Webb) and Alex Clark

My sincere condolences to you Ellen and family at this sad time. My the memories of your lifetime with Bob sustain you and your family. Peace be with you all.

Drew, Wendy, Blake and Jack So sorry for the loss of your father and grandfather. May you be comforted by the many memories you shared and know you are in the thoughts and prayers of many. Thinking of you all during this difficult time.

Ellen & family. We are so sorry to hear about Bob. Our sincere condolences to you & your family at this very sad time. Doug & Pat

Ellen, Drew, Brad and families, Sincere condolences to you all in the passing of Bob. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. RIP Bob Sincerely, Peter and Linda

Ellen: I am so sorry for your loss. He was a great guy, always cherish your memories. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.

Ellen: I am so sorry for your loss. He was a great guy, always cherish your memories. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.

Ellen, and family: We are so sorry to learn of Bob's passing. His ready smile will be missed by so many. May memories comfort you now and always. With sincere sympathy, Don & Myra (Foulis) Pettit and family

Always a straight shooter…one of my coaches at a younger age that instilled integrity and the positive impact of hard work. My sincere condolences to the entire family.

Ellen and family, We are so sorry to read of Bob’s passing. Our sympathy to you all. Reade and Sherrie.

Sorry to hear of the passing of a school mate. Bob &I started grade nine at lambton Kent District High. Condolences to his family. Cherish all the good times you shared.

Tinline family, so very sorry for your loss. Your Dad was a great guy that always made me smile. And I know that my Dad truly loved all the time that they spent together around the arena. Rest in peace Mr. Tinline

My condolences to your family. Mr. Tinline is a coach I always remembered fondly. Such a great man. Kristian

Ellen, Drew & Brad & families; we are very sorry for your great loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers at this most difficult time.

Oour sincere condolences to the Tinline family, always enjoyed conversations with Bob.

So sorry to hear of Bobs passing. I always enjoyed serving him and giving him a hard time at the cafe. Thinking of you Ellen and your family at this difficult time. May all your wonderful memories bring you comfort

So sorry to hear of Bob’s passing, sending our sincere condolences to Ellen, Drew, Brad and families. Nancy & Martin DeBruyn

Ellen, so sorry to hear about Bob’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family..Linda/Mike Lanz

Our condolences to Ellen & family & friends

Ellen and family, So very sad to hear this news. I have such great memories of Bob. Please accept my sincere condolences.

Ellen and family. .So sorry to hear of Bob's passing. Hugs and prayers coming to you

Ellen, Drew and Brad and families, we are so sorry to learn of Bob’s passing. He was always so kind to Caley, Ryan, Dennis and me. We felt blessed. The years go by but you never forget the truly wonderful people in life. We wish all of you comfort and peace in the days to come.

Ellen and Family' So sad to read of Bob's passing. We too remember the Rondeau Days and all the fun and friends we met. Our teenage years bring back great memories, Bob always made time to stop and visit. He has left his mark on this world and we thank him. RIP Bob.

Ellen and family, We are so sorry to hear of Bob’s passing. I just heard today! He was such a great man and good neighbour to our mom! She sure enjoyed his and your visits . Our deepest condolences to you all! Sincerely Scott & Cheryl Bradon & Nathan Kelly

Ellen and family, We are so sorry to hear of Bob’s passing. I just heard today! He was such a great man and good neighbour to our mom! She sure enjoyed his and your visits . Our deepest condolences to you all! Sincerely Scott & Cheryl Bradon & Nathan Kelly

Ellen, please accept our sincere condolences on the passing ofBob. MayHe Rest in Peace

Ellen, please accept our sincere condolences on the passing of Bob. May He Rest in Peace

Ellen and Family Iam so sorry to hear of Bob's passing he was a great guy ,for as long as I can remember always the same kind guy sending you my Families prayers .

Our sincerest condolences to the entire family. Remembering alot of good times at Watts Bay. Cherish all your memories

Ellen and family; We would like to send our sincere condolences in Bob's passing. Hugs to all of you. Jim and Colleen Hawthorne

Ellen, Brad and Drew l was so sorry to hear of Bob's passing. Please accept my sincere condolences.

So sorry to hear of Bob’s passing. Deepest condolences to all the Tinline family.