Remember Jean with Love, Laughter , Joy!  
(🏊🏻‍♀️Fast starts, smooths water, two hand touches!🏊🏻‍♀️).   A swim parent

To Ms. Tinnin’s family,
It’s been years since Ms. Tinnin’s passing, but be assured that her past students think about her to this day.  I swam for Coach Tinnin for 3 years in high school and she had a special demeanor that touched us all and made an everlasting impact. 
All of the Gaither swimmers owe her our gratitude in making those lasting memories…

Susan MacKay (Maybury) c/o 81. Coach Tinnin was my swim coach for three years at CHS. She was an amazing person and coach who used her ability to connect with and inspire all the young women who swam for her in order to create winning teams. What I remember most about her was that she coached everyone equally and so we often won not because our best swimmers swam great but because each of our swimmers swam their best. My best wishes to all her family and loved ones. Rest In Peace Coach Tinnin.

Vicki Schwarzenbach c/o 1974   Coach Jean Tinnin was such a good person the three years that I swam.  I was so much sorry to hear about her leaving us.  I remember her giving me grief about seeing me in the smoking area that they used to have at Chamberlain.  God Bless her and her family and partner and all that were TOUCHED by that pretty lady!!!

Betty my heart is especially with you today, I really wanted to come but with the trouble with TSA and my spine pain no way could I stand in a long line for hours! I will be there in spirit actually I wanted to share somethings myself about Jean!
Please take care of yourself and just know I will be in touch! When I called the other night I’m not sure you understood me! After viewing the video I wondered if Jean had ever told you while we were in college we would turn on the record “The Sea”
and fall asleep listening to it! She did love the sea and I was so happy seeing all the things I have missed! My presence will be with you in my heart and mind, and again please take care of yourself!
All my love,
Lou

I have looked at the pictures of you, Betty and Jean just over and over again! 
I wish I had something to say to make this easier for you Betty! I am very concerned about you! You must be an extremely strong lady to go through all that has happened to you since the 23rd of December! My heart is totally broken for not being with her more than I did, our lives just went in different directions! But she was such a great athlete, the first one I ever played golf with! The lies we used to tell her parents when he would go out in Nashville and the fun we had! Please take care of yourself and I know how fortunate you are! Donna thank you for keeping me up to date! Betty I love you so much for being such a great partner with Jean! She was THE BEST, we all have lost an angel! Love, Lou

First and foremost my thoughts any prayers are with you Betty and your families.  Coach Tinnin was lol yes my JV basketball coach.  She always had a kind word for everyone, she was a wonderful person and if you needed to talk she was always there for you.  I had the need to talk to her when things kinda went crazy for a little bit in my family.  People at school were saying things that were hurtful, and she told me don't worry about what people are saying, you know who you are and that is all that matters.  May you R I P Coach Tinnin.  You will be missed by many.  🏀🏊‍♀️🤾‍♀️❤
 

Coach Jean Tinnin was my swim coach from 1970- 1972 at Chamberlain High School.  Here are a couple photos from that time frame. As a team we had some great times at school and practice and group events!!




Coach Tinnin was my JV basketball coach at Chamberlain. I have very fond memories of both her and Coach Lambert. I’m so very sorry to hear of her passing.  I know she touched so many lives and was well loved by her students during her years as a PE coach, a swim coach  and a basketball coach. Sending my heartfelt condolences and prayers to her family for peace and comfort in your hearts. 

God bless! 
Rhonda Landrum (Nuce)

Coach Tinnin was my swim coach for 3 years at CHS.  She was a good person and coach.  She will be missed.  Sending love and prayers to her family.

This is my fourth try and each time it gets harder to believe you are gone! I thought I would have you forever, you were the best at everything dressing,sports, just having fun! I have read how much you meant to your students. You meant the world to me! My college roommate, maid of honor at my wedding and the best friend ever. I am truly sorry we missed so much while you coached , five years ago we picked up right where we left off! We were more than friends, both only children, so we cherished our sisterhood!
We all have lost a true angel! Fly high my dearest friend your mom and dad are there to meet you in the sky! I have lost my dearest longest friend ever!
There is a hugh whole in my heart that nothing will ever fill, but oh precious memories, laughing, crying, sharing secrets and we never said a mean word to one another! Betty, I truly don’t know what to say to you, I can only imagine how lost you will be, but you are fortunate so many friends love you so much!
Lou Lombard

Although it had been quite some time since Jean and I spoke, she was often in my thoughts. She was a fun loving, caring and delightful person. I can remember so many great times we had. Jean was one of a kind. Students who were fortunate to have had her, will undoubtably have an imprint on their hearts, as I do on mine. She touched so many lives in her life. I’m so blessed to have been one of them.
Elizabeth, I pray God gives you the inner strength to endure this most difficult time. God Bless you🙏🏼

I got married in my senior year at Chamberlain. I had managed to acquire my required credits for graduation and I loved P.E. So much so I took two classes that year. I had the pleasure of being with Coach Tinnin two hrs a day. When I told her I was getting married she wanted to make sure I was making the right choice at the tender age of 17. I wish she were here to tell her 46 years  later it was still going strong. She wished me all the luck and happiness in the world. Later on in the year she quietly sat me down in her office and asked how things were going in my new life. I told her I knew I'd made the right decision. I appreciated  knowing I wasn't just another student to her and she truly was interested in my welfare and well being. What a kindhearted, caring soul Miss Tinnin was.  I wish to say to her dear friends and family to please accept my deepest  heartfelt and sincerest sympathies on the lost of their beloved Jean Tinnin.  

She was my PE teacher my sophomore year and I remember her as a very nice lady. RIP Ms. Tinnin

Coach Tinnin was a wonderful person. I remember she would sit and listen if you needed to talk to someone or just vent. She was a fantastic coach and will be dearly missed by many but always remembered. My thoughts go out to Coach Lambert, their family and friends. May she be at  peace. 
R. Hansen Class of "82"

I knew Jean Tinnin as a swim parent & a USSwimmimg Official.  I admired her relationship with her swimmers.  My thoughts & prayers go to her family in their grief. 

Coach Lambert, I am so sorry for your loss.  Coach Tinnin was a wonderful person who helped shape my life.  I am so sorry.  If you need anything, please let me know.  Big hugs and kisses from Texas.  

Jean was always a pleasure to talk with. She always kept me in check professionally.  I'm sure she's fixing her classroom now as we speak..  Betty. My prayers are with you. Love you, Robert

The world has lost an angel. 🙏

I’m sending a huge message of sympathy  💜 to the family and friends of a very special Chamberlain high school teacher, Jean Tinnin.

Ms. Tinnin epitomized the goodness and caring heart of a great teacher—and was an overall quality human being. 

She was a gentle soul who represented her profession well. 

Teaching school has got to be the hardest profession on earth and I hate that teachers don’t get the appreciation and pay they deserve.

I wanted to share this story as a small way to pay a special tribute to her for how she touched my life:

Although I was a successful athlete and student in high school, I was a tortured soul on the inside. 

School and life were very hard for me and it was incredibly difficult to get through those three years.

Ms. Tinnin took the time to give me encouragement on one particular occasion that I will NEVER forget. 

I was desperate, sad, confused and didn’t like myself. She helped me have hope.

As a very insecure adolescent who was trying to figure herself out, she took the time to go above and beyond to listen and give me support.

She even took the time to write this thoughtful message in my year book. 

It meant so much to me that someone like her thought that much of someone like me; and I’ve actually gone back to read it over the years when I needed a boost. 

Heaven gained an angel, for sure.

Rest in peace, Ms. Tinnin.

Sincerely,
Renee Warmack, MPA
813-610-3132

RIP Ms Tinnin. I have such fond memories of my two years swimming for her at Chamberlain. She was a great coach, a great teacher and wonderful person. 

Betty, you are in my thoughts and prayers and have my deepest condolences. 

R.I.P Coach Tinnin.  I’m so sorry to hear of her passing.  She was my P.E. Coach and Cross Country Coach at Chamberlain High (c/o ‘81).  Always respected her rapport with her athletes/students.   

R.I.P. Coach Tinnin. Coach Lambert May God be with you and your family in this time of sorrow. 
Darlene Coram class of  83.

I owe a deep appreciation to Jean for being brutally honest with  me on a topic that had been tightly veiled. 💙 I appreciated her tenacity and her dedication to those she called friends 🤠 She was a fierce, strong, talented and passionate woman. She was the model of what great leaders and coaches are made. Coach Tinnin expected 100% and that is what she gave. No texting, slacking or excuses. 100% All In⭐️🤠🌟 Peace, Love and Light to all who Loved, Respected and Supported Jean🙏🏻

RIP Ms. Tinnin. Class of ‘81 at CHS. Always enjoyed P.E. Class. She always  greeted you with a smile. My thoughts and prayers to the family. 

So sorry to hear of Coach Tinnin's passing. I was class of 1980 at CHS. What an amazing swim coach she was and I cherish the time on her team. She was funny, dedicated, and had a great heart. We shared a love of dogs (animals).  I pray that her loved ones find comfort in knowing she was loved by so many and will be missed greatly. 

Rest easy coach,
Tara (Noel) Pisano

Betty I'm  so sorry to hear about Jean.  She was a special  person.

Ms Tinnin was a wonderful lady and a gracious host for our small team reunion. My condolences to Coach Lambert and all those who loved her. 

OBITUARY

Jean Claire Tinnin

July 27, 1947 – December 23, 2018

Blount & Curry Funeral Home-Carrollwood

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