Richard Harrison Tinney

October 10, 1948 – January 6, 2025

Rich dedicated his life to education and service. He taught at Hayes Elementary School for 37 years, shaping the minds of countless students. Even after retiring, his passion for teaching led him to continue his work at the Lorain County Detention Home for six more years. Beyond his professional life, Rich cherished traveling with his family and was deeply involved in his church and ministry, where he found great joy and purpose.

Rich’s unwavering faith and kind spirit left a lasting impact on everyone he encountered—family, church members, colleagues, students, and friends alike. His legacy of love and encouragement will be remembered by all who knew him. Those close to him take comfort in the belief that he has heard the words, “Well done, good and faithful servant.”

Rich will be greatly missed, but we are so thankful he is free from suffering and with his Savior.

Rich is survived by his wife of 42 years, Yvonne Tinney; his sons Stephen and Nathan Tinney; his daughter Kristin Loosli (Caleb); and his grandson Rhys Loosli.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, January 18, from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. at The Gathering Church, located at 42515 Adelbert St., Elyria, OH.

A celebration of life service will follow on Sunday, January 19, at 4:00 p.m. at Solid Rock Community Church, 680 Abbe Rd N., Elyria, OH.

A dinner reception will take place immediately after the service for all who wish to attend.

Memorial contributions may be made to any of the following:

The Gathering Church

42515 Adelbert St., Elyria, OH

Cornerstone Pregnancy Services

https://giving.myamplify.io//…

Seasons Next Step

https://seasonsnextstep.com/#…

Flowers for the visitation and service may be sent to the church below on Friday January 17th between 10:00-4:00.

The Gathering Church

42515 Adelbert St., Elyria, OH

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