I first met Tim at an ABHE Enrollment Leaders Conference. He was the clear expert in the room, and I was there to soak up as much as I could from him those three days. We bonded over our love for Christian Higher Education and the Mets. I shared with a colleague that I felt that I always left an interaction with Tim feeling better or more confident about what I was doing. Though I had few opportunities to interact with Tim, the ones I had certainly left an impact. My condolences to the entire Fuller family and his colleagues at Fuller Higher Education Solution.
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Dear Carol, Becca, Dan, and Jonathan and other Fullers, I am so shocked to hear of Tim's passing. He was my first boss's boss in my first job out of college. But he was so much more than a supervisor, he was a mentor, coach, encourager, cheerleader, and role model of a man sharing Christ's love. I have been so glad to remain in touch with him over the years and cannot imagine the pain of this loss. I know that God is in control, but know that we hurt with you over this tremendous loss!
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To the Fuller family, on behalf of Providence University College & Theological Seminary (Canada), please accept our deepest condolences. There are not enough words to describe Tim's contribution to Christian higher education, even on the other side of the border. Please know that we grieve with you, and are praying for you. His insights on Christian higher ed, mixed with his contagious humor, will be missed, but never forgotten. May the peace of Christ be with you always.
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There's a rather trite saying that earth's loss is heaven's gain. Trite, but true. Tim was a gracious, kind man who made people feel like they were the most important person in the world when talking with him. I enjoyed having Tim coach my intramural basketball team when at Houghton. My love and appreciation for Carol is joined by my prayers for God's peace and comfort.
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I was blessed to know Tim for almost 35 years. Tim was the most significant mentor to me through my professional journey, with my former boss at JBU for eight years Don Crandall close behind. Tim was a supporter of me and thus my first leadership slots in NACCAP and the CCCU were due in meaningful parts to Tim.
His legacy with Huntington University goes way back to his early enrollment and marketing audits but perhaps his least recognized impact was that HU Arizona might not be a thing if it wasn’t for Tim. He provided me with several significant consultant opportunities through his then company Credo that filled the gap financially for my family while I was at part-time Huntington status after moving to Arizona and our Huntington team was working together for the best launch in Peoria.
Tim was a great husband to his wife Carol, a proud dad to his two kids, and a stellar grandfather to his recently expanded group of seven grandkids.
Blessings and peace to all his friends and family but we will definitely see that gentle giant again in Heaven.
Jeff
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Please know that the Wrights are thinking and praying for your entire family. When I first came to Houghton as a young administrator, Tim immediately reached out and made sure to make me feel welcome. He was always willing to listen and provide advice. My respect for his expertise grew as I worked with him for nearly a dozen years at Houghton. However, my most fond memories involve interacting with Tim in our roles as fathers when our kids were young -- participating in the infamous Houghton nerf wars with our kids (and I was glad Tim was on my side most of the time), Gus Maker tournaments, little league, etc. Tim's love for his family was evident! I more recently reconnected with Tim in the last year through Fuller Higher Ed. Solutions. He will certainly be missed.
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I am heartbroken for Tim's family and so sad that Tim will not be here to shine light on the many many people he helped. The faith he instilled in his family will be the comfort they will need over these next months and years. I pray that laughter will be mingled with the tears. Tim taught us all alot about laughter.
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At the time of his passing Tim was leading our college through a strategic planning process. As a new college president, I was reassured by his experience, counsel, and wisdom. Last Friday I dug out the golf balls he gave me at the ABHE President's conference, and I left the office to play a round of golf. I was able to get on the course as a solo golfer, but rather than focus on my game , I prayed ... for Tim's family, friends, and work colleagues. And for all our ABHE partners who must come to terms with losing such an influential giant. I wish I had known him longer. I am grateful that I knew him at all. Please accept the deepest condolences of all of us at Great Lakes Christian College. We're praying for you.
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Peter and I were heartbroken to hear of Tim's sudden passing. We both enjoyed working with him at Houghton. He was engaging, warm, caring, and a great leader. (I continue to use his admissions wisdom in my work at Wilmington Christian School.) We will keep your family in our prayers through the weeks and months ahead.
With love,
Carol (Allston) & Peter Stiles
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Tim was “Grampy” to my goddaughter, Liliana. My heart aches that she, that all of us, won’t have more time with the beautiful man that Tim was to the Fuller clan. I will deeply miss the gentle strength of his presence.
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Tim was a blessing to so many, including the staff and faculty of South Florida Bible College. I have known him for many years through ABHE and his knowledge and expertise helped us through so many obstacles, including COVID. Tim's passing is a loss for Christian Higher Education, but a gain for heaven! He will truly be missed. We are praying for the family and loved ones at this time.
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Our deepest condolences are extended to Carol and the Fuller family. We have so many wonderful memories of encountering Tim at Houghton as students, as alumni at reunions and also at Silver Lake Wesleyan Camp when he visited in his role with HU admissions. It's challenging to process that the memory of Tim "filling the room" physically as well as socially will never happen again this side of heaven! We are grateful for the impact he had in our lives. Our prayers are with the Fuller family in these days and going forward. Blessings.
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Dear Fuller Family,
Tim has been gracious and exceedingly helpful in his work with our institution, Manhattan Christian College, over the past year. He naturally formed relationships with our team through contacts at ABHE and later through his consulting firm. He was deeply committed to Christian higher education and that was obvious in any conversation with him. We were blessed to have known him and be helped by his thoughtful and insightful work with us. We wish to convey our condolences to your family and pray that God makes His presence known in your grieving and transitions.
Blessings on behalf of the MCC team,
Greg Delort
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There aren't enough words to properly characterize Tim Fuller. He was spellbinding in front of a crowd. Self deprecating (forehead enhanced) and disarming, he may have been one of the funniest presenters I have ever known. He was my friend in College and we then had the privilege of working together at Houghton. His firm helped launch my firm ten years ago and we last worked together on a project two months ago. He was a kindly giant who loved people and truly loved God. And he loved Carol, his kids, their spouses and especially their kids. He wanted nothing more than to see those little ones grow. I will miss him terribly. Heaven is richer but we are without our dear friend. Blessings to his dear family and all those who loved him. Until we gather again.
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Dear Fuller Family,
Tim has been a friend of us at Kuyper College for many years. Recently, it's been a privilege to work with him and his team in regards to strategic planning and enrollment.
I am thankful for his vibrant life, good humor, dedicated service, and sincere faith in God that he shared with so many of us.
Underneath are God’s loving and everlasting arms,
Patti Harris, president
and the whole Kuyper College community
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So sorry to hear this news. Tim was a good friend from our days at Houghton. I was privileged to be a part of his wedding. My deepest sympathy to Carol and his children and grandchildren. Tim was a gentle giant in Christian higher education. He will be missed.
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