Raymond J. Tinney

Raymond Jay Tinney, age 87, of Jenison, passed away on Monday, October 19, 2020.  Ray’s working career started with Davey Tree Co. followed by the City of Grand Rapids from where he retired after 34 years.  His work ethic, which he instilled in his children, afforded him many life opportunities and travel experiences with his wife and children.  He was an avid hockey and football fan, and especially enjoyed the times spent sailing with his extended family in Muskegon, MI.  Ray was preceded in death by his wife of 69 years, Gloria Ann; his parents, Quentin P. and Marguerite B. (Crawford); and his stepbrother, Richard.  He will be lovingly remembered by his five children, Barbara J. Balder, Linda M. Frasch, Lou Ann (David) Bracher, David C. (Connie) Tinney, William R. (Dawn) Tinney; nine grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren.  Both Ray and Gloria were blessed with very caring friends and wonderful caregivers.  Please know that your friendship and kindness towards them brought them much joy and will always be remembered.  A family gathering will be held at Matthysse Kuiper DeGraaf Funeral Home (Grandville).  Those who wish may make memorial contributions to Fountain View Assisted Living of Coopersville.