Obituary of Jane Tinker

ELLA JANE TINKER Ella Jane Tinker, 85, Centralia, MO passed away Sunday, January 10, 2021 at the Stuart House in Centralia, MO surrounded by her family. She was born July 15, 1935 in Sturgeon, MO the daughter of the late George and Gladys (Pulis) Seymour. On May 10, 1960, she was united in marriage to Charles A. “Charlie” Tinker who preceded her in death on September 10, 2013. She will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by four sons Kevin Tinker and Chris of Centralia, MO, Jeff Tinker and Donna of Centralia, MO, Joey Willis and Christy of Clark, MO and Tommy Willis of Yates, MO; two daughters Tammy Tinker-Baker and Darin of Centralia, MO and Joyce Ward and Kenneth of Centralia, MO; one sister Jean Sapp and Wayne of Columbia, MO; seventeen grandchildren; several great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews; other relatives and many dear friends. In addition to her parents and husband Charlie, three brothers Thomas Seymour Jr., Billy Seymour and Dale Seymour and two sisters Kathleen Glass and Betty Lou Patrick preceded her in death. Jane first worked at Dairy Queen and later as a cook for Chance Elementary School in Centralia, MO. She was a member of the Church of Christ and enjoyed spending time with friends and family. Her favorite time was on Sundays, when she would have her family over to visit. Funeral services will be 1:00 pm Thursday, January 14, 2021 at Oliver Funeral Home in Centralia, MO. Interment will be in Mt. Horeb Cemetery in Sturgeon, MO. Visitation will be from 12:00 pm until service time on Thursday, January 14, 2021 at the Oliver Funeral Home in Centralia, MO. Memorial contributions may be made to the Centralia Avenue of Flags or to the Alzheimer’s Association, c/o Oliver Funeral Home, P.O. Box 125, Centralia, MO 65240. Condolences may also be made to the family at www.oliverfuneralhome.net To those attending the visitation or funeral service, we ask that you maintain social distancing. Be aware that capacity and seating may be limited and that people are welcome to and encouraged to wear face masks to protect themselves and others. We will follow all guidelines set forth by Boone County.