Eva A. (Tinsley) Fink

Eva A. (Tinsley) Fink was born on September 19, 1929, in Dent County, Missouri to Ralph and Dollie (Roberts) Tinsley. She married the love of her life William “Bill” Fink on June 8, 1947, at the First Baptist Church of Rolla. Eva and Bill shared sixty-nine years of love and memories together before his passing on March 19, 2017. Eva accepted Christ as her Savior along with her husband Bill and together they were baptized at Salem First Baptist Church by Dr. Paul Weber. Eva was very active in church as well as the Salem Community. Eva had a servant’s heart. She taught Sunday School and Bible School in the Children’s Department for nearly thirty-five years. She also served the community as president of the Cosmopolitan Club, president of the PTA, member of the Basic Choir, board member of MRPC in Rolla, volunteer at SOVLE for twelve years, and received the Lifetime Achievement Award in 2004 from the Salem Area Chamber of Commerce. Eva worked hard throughout her life. Her work included teaching at Mt. Pisgah and Linville, she was a professional seamstress for fourteen years, and worked at the First National Bank as a teller from 1976 to 1981. Eva and Bill owned several businesses, including the Walnut Bowl Restaurant from 1970 to 1975, the Hallmark store from 1975 to 1984, and Automated Business Systems from 1989 until her retirement. Eva enjoyed sewing and was encouraged by her friends to start a sewing shop in her home. She made numerous cheerleading uniforms, wedding gowns, dresses, and suits. She also made drapes for the eight floors of the Tower Inn. Eva departed this life on May 28, 2023, in Salem, Missouri at the age of ninety-three years. She is survived by her loving children: Janet Bell and husband Lanny of Republic, Missouri, Jo Ann Wells and husband Dave of Salem, Missouri and John Fink and Wife Jean Ann of Greenwood, Missouri; one brother: Jerry Haas and wife Elaine; one sister: Linda Light; step-sisters: Maxine Hume, Leona Walker and Nancy Sellers; six grandchildren: Jennifer Hartline and husband Mike, Melanie Chisam and husband Sheldon, David Wells, Wesley Bell and wife Ashley, Kyle Fink and wife Carrie and Hannah Smith and husband Jordan; eleven great-grandchildren: Collin, Will, Ellie, Abby. Ashton, Braxton, Aaliyah, Noah, Kendall, Harper and Hudson; as well as other relatives, and dear friends. Preceding her in death, her husband: Bill Fink; parents: Ralph Tinsley and Dollie (Roberts) Tinsley-Haas; stepfather: Ferdie Haas; sisters: Erma Adam, Lois Haas, Louis Fink and several other stepbrothers and sisters. Eva lived a long and remarkably full life. She will be remembered for her sweet spirit, kind nature, and her beautiful contagious smile. She loved her family and dear friends and enjoyed Pinocle, Skip-Bo and Dominos, but most important to her was the love and faith she had for her Savior Jesus Christ. Funeral Services for Eva (Tinsley) Fink were held Wednesday, May 31, 2023, at Salem First Baptist Church with Pastor Joel Hayworth officiating. Special Music was provided by pianist Ann Emory and Minister of Music David Hancock leading “O What A Savior”, “I Bowed On My Knees”, and “Victory In Jesus”. Jo Ann shared a beautiful Eulogy. Serving as Pallbearers were Mike Johnson, Steve Spencer, Glen Harris, Curtis Bottorff, Joe Brand, and John Wahlen. Honorary Pallbearer was Jim Freeman. Burial was in the Lake Spring Cemetery. Arrangements were under the direction of Wilson Mortuary of Salem, Missouri. Memorial Contributions may be made in memory of Eva Fink to Salem First Baptist Church - Missions or Music Ministry. Memorial Envelopes will be available. Online Condolences may be entered at www.wilsonmortuary.com

Eva A. (Tinsley) Fink

September 19, 1929 - May 28, 2023