Patricia "Pat" Ann Tinsley's Obituary
Patricia Ann Tinsley, 87, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Tuesday, June 20, 2023, at home, surrounded by family, just five days shy of her birthday. Born in Fort Wayne, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Fern Downs. She was a member of Bethlehem Lutheran Church, Fort Wayne. She retired in 1997 from Parkview after 17 years. She enjoyed reading, ceramics, crafts, and being with family.
She is survived by her husband of 68 years, Thomas; daughters, Beth (Gary) Foreman of New Haven, Cathy (Jim) Burk of Woodburn, and Annette Tinsley of Fort Wayne; nine grandchildren; and 12 great grandchildren. She was also preceded in death by her children, Sandra Sue Tinsley and Thomas Scott Tinsley.
Funeral service is 11 a.m. Tuesday, June 27, 2023, at Harper's Community Funeral Home, 740 St. Rd. 930 E., New Haven with visitation one hour prior. Visitation is also 4 to 8 p.m., Monday, June 26, 2023, at the funeral home. Burial in IOOF Cemetery, New Haven. Preferred memorials are to Bethlehem Lutheran Church or Parkview Home Health and Hospice. For online condolences please visit Harperfuneralhome.com.
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