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Ms. Vera Tinsley Canada

10/17/1950 - 12/28/2021

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Obituary For Ms. Vera Tinsley Canada

Ms. Vera Tinsley Canada, 71, of Tampa, FL formerly of MD and Fayetteville, WV, transitioned peacefully from this life on Tuesday, December 28, 2021 after a courageous battle with breast cancer.

Vera was born on October 17, 1950 to the late Ernest Lee and Anna Elizabeth Tinsley of Fayetteville, WV.

After graduating high school and moving to the Metropolitan Washington, DC area, Vera pursued a career with the Federal Bureau of Investigation, from which she retired after a rewarding career.

Vera was a long-time and active member of Metropolitan Baptist Church, Largo, MD, where she served on the usher board, the consolation choir, and the HIV/AIDS Ministry.

Vera loved life and lived with no regrets! She had a passion for reading and co-created the thriving Some Sistahs Book Club with Shirley Watson in October 1997. She loved shopping, traveling, playing bid whist, throwing the most amazing gatherings at her home and hosting the book club. Never shying away from being a wonderful mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend,

Vera was known for her sage advice and calming nature.

Vera was preceded in death by her parents, Ernest Lee and Anna Elizabeth Tinsley, Phillip Jones (brother), LaMar Kanney (nephew), Ernestine L. Johnson (sister), and Eddie L. Johnson (nephew).

Vera leaves to cherish her memory her daughter, Holly Wilson (Reginald); granddaughter, Sidney Wilson; siblings, Ernest Tinsley, Jr.(Pearl), Hon. Dwane L. Tinsley (Tina) and Linda Kanney (Fred); god-sister, Tami K. Vaughan and a host of nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, cousins, family and friends.

Funeral service will be 12:00PM Saturday, January 15, 2022 at the Ritchie & Johnson Funeral Parlor Chapel 748 S. Fayette St; Beckley. Burial will follow in Huse Memorial Park, Fayetteville.

Friends, while wearing masks and observing social distancing, may view and visit with the family from 10:30AM -11:30AM.

In lieu of flowers, the family request donations be made to Seasons Hospice and Palliative Care at Baycare.org or call 800-229-2273.

Email condolences to ritchie-johnson@suddenlinkmail.com

Arrangements entrusted to Ritchie & Johnson Funeral Parlor, Beckley.

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01/09/2025

Timothy Reid Conway

A dynamic, energetic, kind, and smart lady, whose presence will be very greatly missed. She was very much a part of my work life, and her absence after she left our office was keenly felt. She was one of the very few people who remembered my three children when they were born, and those are the kinds of kindnesses that are not forgotten. May God hold her in his embrace, in his Kingdom.
01/15/2022

Rene Laster

Vera and that SMILE always present with those deep DIMPLES. Her smile was full of friendship when I saw her at an event in W.Va. She always expressed good character, compassion, pride, poise, and love without one word spoken with that SMILE. God has sent "her" angels to wrap their wings around you Hollie and your family to comfort during this time. Rene Laster
01/15/2022

Lafayette K Smith

My condolences to the family of the late Vera Tinsley family. Vera and I attended the same church, Metropolitan Baptist. We served on a couple of the same ministries. Vera was a dutiful, faithful and witty servant of God. Her presence will definitely be missed! I offer my condolences to her family. Vera may be gone but she will never be forgotten. Rest in peace my dear friend!
01/15/2022

Ronnie A. Lawson

Rest In Heavenly Peace My sister with our loving God you will missed but never forgotten.
01/15/2022

Dorothy Christian Tabb

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01/15/2022

Dorothy Christian Tabb

Tinsely family: Let the memories provide comfort in your in this loss of your loved one.
01/15/2022

Dorothy Christian Tabb

Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers and we share your sorrow. Dorothy Christian Tabb/Sissy.
01/14/2022

Donna Perry

Condolences to the Tinsley family. Vera will truly be missed when the Bibb family gather for activities in the DMV. Vera was always a part of our family. My prayer is that God will comfort each of you. Donna, Betty, Velma, Theresa and Ronald (Spoo)
01/13/2022

Cyndi Withrow

Holly, my dear Friend, you are in my heart and mind. Sending lots of love and hugs. My deepest condolences to you and your family.
01/13/2022

Jeanie Wallace

Vera was part of my Randall/Kessler family. She is deeply missed.. Love and prayers to our dear sweet Holly, and the family.
01/13/2022

Marsha Bowles Brown

We share in this time of grief, but also share in the love and memories of Vera. Holly and family hold tight to memories for comfort, lean on your friends and family for strength, and always remember how much you are loved. May there be comfort in knowing that someone so special will never be forgotten. May God who knows your sorrow bring peace, comfort, and healing. With much love, sympathy, and prayers Paul and Marsha Bowles Brown
01/13/2022

Marsha Bowles Brown
01/13/2022

Elaine Patterson

I graduated from Fayetteville High School with Vera and her daughter, Holly graduated from Fayetteville High School with my daughter, Angi (Patterson) and our son-in-law, Chad Wickline. She was a sweet friend and a wonderful person. We are so sorry for your lose. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Elaine (Craft) and Charlie Patterson and the Wicklines.
01/12/2022

Sandra Clements

Sincere condolences from your cousins, Carolyn Smith, Sandra Clements, Gene Smith, Barbara David, Roger Smith, Mary Terrell and our families. Praying God will give you comfort and peace.
01/12/2022

Teresa Grasty Kitten Laster

To the Tinsley Family you have my heartfelt sympathy in the loss of your love one.Love and Prayers are with you
01/12/2022

Della Lewis.

To, Holly, Dwane, Linda, and Junior; extended Family my deepest condolences to you all. Vera had a smile that would light up your heart. I was so honored to have being drawn into your family filled with so much warmth and compassion. My prayers and love for comfort will always be with you. Sincerely, Della Lewis.
01/11/2022

Willard Bane

My condolence to the family of a wonderful, sweet, and loving person. May God always comfort the family at this time
01/09/2022

John C Pannell

Rest in peace our dear friend Vera. Your smile will always be remembered by our family. We offer Holly, her family, and the Tinsleys our sincere condolences. John and Sheila Pannell with Chrisie.
01/08/2022

Beverly Floyd

Dearest Vera my friend for over 50 tree years I will miss you more than words can express. You often told me GOD makes no mistakes. I'll take comfort in that when my heart is heavy and reflect on our many good times together. I love you to the moon and back.
01/06/2022

Faith Ministries Church

To Sis Linda Kanney & Family-Our hearts are saddened by your loss and our thoughts and prayers are with you. May the memories of your sister and the love of family surround you and give you strength and comfort in the days ahead. Although we are saddened by your loss-we celebrate the life of your loved one. Faith Ministries Church
01/06/2022

Elvira Dorcas

My deepest and sincerest condolences to the Tinsley family. Vera was a special kinda lady and anyone who crossed her path would agree. May God hold you in His loving arms today and forever. Elvira Dorcas
01/05/2022

Reta

our deepest condolences to the Tinsley family our Prayers are with the family GOD BLESS. Reta Booker English and Alfreda Witt Taylor
01/03/2022

Ola Booker Hull

To one of the sweetest ladies we have ever known. Vera was always a shinning example to us younger children at Second Baptist Church. The Tinsley family will always be well respected and in our Community. We are sending our condolences 🙏 and prayers to Holly Dwane and Junior. Sincerely, Linda, Sissie, Carolyn,Londell and Ronnie Booker