Milford E. Tingler
July 9, 1930 ~ January 4, 2008
Milford E. Tingler, 77, of Weirton, passed away Friday, January 4, 2008 at his home. Born July 9, 1930 in Weirton, he was the son of the late Emery and Elizabeth Green Tingler. Milford was also preceded in death by his brothers Paul, Rich and Freddie Tingler and sisters Helen Truax, Thelma Rhodes and Violet Duffy.
With over 37 years of service, Milford retired from Weirton Steel where he worked as a repairman in the Boiler House. He enjoyed woodworking, fishing, hunting and boating, was a member of the Weirton Heights Free Methodist Church, WSX 25-Year Club and a former member of the Weirton Volunteer Fire Department.
Milford is survived by his wife Lenore Maze Tingler of Weirton whom he married January 7, 1950; son Kenneth E. Tingler and his wife Audrey of Weirton; daughters Catherine Mahan and her husband Charles of Georgia, Barbara Hatch and Sandra Ross of Weirton and Brenda Kay Finch and her husband Timothy of Burgettstown, PA; brothers Harold Tingler of Weirton and Emery Tingler, Jr. of Bergholz, OH; 12 grandchildren and 34 great-grandchildren.
Friends will be received Sunday 1-3 and 6-8PM at the Greco-Hertnick Funeral Home, 3219 Main Street, Weirton. Funeral services will be celebrated 11AM Monday at the Weirton Heights Free Methodist Church. The Reverend Darrell Carney and Pastor Darrell Maze will officiate. Interment will be in Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Valley Hospice, 10686 State Route 150, Rayland, OH 43943.
Funeral Home:
Greco Hertnick Funeral Home
3219 Main Street
Weirton, WV
US 26062
Uncle Mil was always a very gentle and kind hearted man. He and I shared the same birthday. Uncle Mil has now been reunited with all his brothers, sisters and parents who have passed before him. God speed, Uncle Mil. We will remember you always and see you one day again.
Sorry to hear about Milford. Wish I could be there. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. Love, Ethel and Daughter (Pat)
My grandfather has touched the hearts of so many with his warmth, and kindness. I’ve never heard him say one unkind thing about anybody. He was the sweetest man. Although, I will miss him very much. I know he is very happy now. He is with friends & family who have passed on. I love you PAP. You will always be in my heart. ALWAYS.
Kenny (and family), I dont know if you remember me, I worked with you in the Tin Mill. I just wanted to convey my sympathies to you and your family at this time. I will try to make it to the funeral home to pay my respects, but I am sending this, just in case I cant. My birthday is on January 7th also. Again, you have my sympathies.
I lived next door to my Grandfather for the majority of my life, until I joined the military in late 1995. I have many memories that strech from early childhood to adulthood. I remember as a young child fighting with my cousins over who was going to get the next ride on paps tractor with him. I Remember Pap yelling out the window not to throw apples at the horses or the BIG hornets nest hanging behind the house, then Pap diging for the anti sting spray after getting that one last defiant throw that was rewarded by at least 2 or 3 bee stings. I Remember spending lots of time with Pap cutting firewood, hunting, woodworking in the woodshop with Pap. My most memorable moments were the summer trips to the campground. We caught many fish, but somehow, Pap would always hook more. One time Pap even hooked me in the ear when he was trying to cast his line out in the water. I have many more memories that I will always hold deep and dear in my heart for the rest of my life. I know one thing for sure, as children, we kept Pap on his toes. Pap, I am glad that I was able to make it home to see you again. I know that you are in a better place now. I am certain that if there are lakes in heaven, you will find them. Just remember to tuck in your wings before you cast that line out in the water. You will be missed dearly, but I know that I will see you again in heaven. When I do, you can take me to the fishing hole. God Bless you. I love you. Jason
Dear Tingler Family, I’m glad that Jason and I were able to make it back home from Japan so he could spend time with his pap. I know it meant a lot to him to be able to say Goodbye (for now), and While it is sad for those of us left behind I know Pap is rejoicing and he is in AWE of JESUS right now. He verbally expressed how happy he would be to see his dad again and his family that passed on before him. I wish you all peace and that you will all be with him again someday. Love, Tori Tingler
Uncle Mil enjoyed church and many of different sports. I will always cherish the memories of the times spent together hunting and fishing in the area where I grew up, and the ball games he took me to in Weirton when my mother and I would go to visit Mil and Lenore during the summer months but most of all I will cherish the talks we had together. I always enjoy hearing about my father as he died when I was very young and recently uncle Mil shared with me about a time he, my uncle Harold, and my dad had spent together which I will always remember.I have my cousin Kenny and his wife Audrey to thank for making contact with me this past year, after more than twenty years had gone by, as the visits we have had with each other prompted the time I have spent with uncle Mil and other relatives I have not seen for some time but will always hold dear in my heart. Tracy and I will keep all of the family in our prayers. God Bless!
Aunt Lenore and Family, My prayers go out to all of you. Uncle Mil always had a special place in my heart and I am sure, in the hearts of all that knew him. He will be missed, however, we will all see him again soon. Although I can’t be there with you during this time of sorrow, my thoughts and prayers are. With Love, Butch and Family
Brenda and Family I am so sorry to hear of your loss,When I think back on growing up in Weirton Heights Free Methodist Church Mr Tingler was very nice man.I will keep all of you in my prayers.
WELL THERE ARE SO MANY GREAT MEMORIES, HOW ABOUT THE TIME, I WAS 5 YEARS OLD AND WE WERE UNDER THE CAR WORKING ON IT TOGETHER. THE TIME YOU TOOK ME TO BUY ME MY FIRST HORSE FOR MY 14TH BIRTHDAY,THE HORSE WAS CRAZY, SO I HAD TO HAVE THAT ONE. ALL THE HUNTING TRIPS JUST YOU AND I WENT ON TOGETHER. HOW YOU WERE ALWAYS THERE FOR ME, I COULD ALWAYS TURN TO YOU FOR ADVISE, YOU WERE ALWAYS THERE FOR ME. WHEN YOU HAD TO HAVE SOMEONE TO TALK TO , IN YOUR HARD TIMES. ALL THE FUN WE HAD TOGETHER BUILDING THIS HOUSE.YOU HAD SO MUCH LOVE IN YOUR HEART,TO GO AROUND FOR ALL OF US KIDS, AND THEN SOME. WE WERE ALL BLESSED TO BE ABLE TO HAVE YOU IN OUR LIVES, AND TO HAVE YOU AS SUCH A LOVING AND CARING FATHER THAT YOU WERE, I WILL SEE YOU AGAIN, AND I KNOW YOU WILL STANDING THERE, AT THE GATES WAITING FOR EACH AND EVERYONE OF US. I LOVE YOU AND I WILL MISS YOU DEARLY, I DIDNT SAY GOOD BYE, BECAUSE I WILL SEE YOU AGAIN. ME
The Tingler Family, My father, Carl, shared to me the news of the passing of Uncle Milford and I wanted to let you know that our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Donna(Truax), Chris, Kylie and Colton Kolanko
Uncle Mil was a great and quietly inspirational and faithful man. I will miss his sense of humor and his wonderful stories. He and Aunt Lenore took me in when I was having difficulty with life and had pretty much nowhere to go. I could never thank them enough for their generosity and love. Uncle Mil was deeply respected, admired, and loved very much by many, including me. Our family will not be the same without him. I love you Uncle Mil and may God bless Aunt Lenore and lead her through this very difficult time. We look forward to being reunited in Heaven. Love, your nephew, Jerry.
I was very sad when Pap died, but we all know he is in a better place. I’ll be happy when I see him in heaven. I enjoyed sitting and playing my guitar for him,I think not only he liked the guitar I was playing, but just the joy of seeing me. I wish Pap was still alive, but God has to take people at a certain time. Love your great grandson, Tyler
I just heard of Milford’s passing today. I am very sorry for your loss. I grew up down the road from him, he was always such a sweet person to me, I will never forget the wooden desk he and Lenore made for me when I was little. I have so many memories of those days and will cherish them always! My prayers go out to all of you! God Bless! Amber
Dear Lenore and family, I’m so sorry for your loss, I remember all the times that Milford and you took the time to talk to me and ask me how my family and I were doing each and everytime that we ran into each other, mostly at the post office. And all those reunions that I went to growing up. I hope that you are doing well, Jesus has written our name in the book of life and sometime we’ll meet again in glory. Again I’m sorry for your family’s loss. Love Robert