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Harrison Bartlett Tinsley
Harrison Bartlett Tinsley of Moyock died suddenly at the family residence December 14, 2023. He was 49 and a proud veteran of the United States Navy – from 1996 to his retirement in 2022. For love of country; Harrison completed specialized training and rose to the elite ranks of the Navy SEALS. To properly honor his service and sacrifice, it’s important to share that he had an unwavering commitment to protecting others, he was brave in the face of adversity, and selfless in his devotion to his country and family. His legacy is one that will forever be remembered with deep respect and gratitude. His sacrifices will always be a symbol of courage and heroism for generations to come.
Harrison was born in Florence Alabama. He is proceeded in death by his father, Dr Terry Tinsley. Family members mourning his absence but celebrating his life include his wife Amy, daughter Cameron, son Harrison Jr., his mother, his brother and sister, and a host of other relatives, friends, and his SEAL brotherhood. Amy has honored Harrison’s preference for cremation and plans for services are pending at this time.
Please share an expression of sympathy and comfort with the family at http://www.gallopfuneralservices.com. Gallop Funeral Services, Inc. was entrusted with the care of this patriot and his family.
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Our deepest sympathies on your loss. Hold on to your good memories and lean on each other and your friends during this difficult time. Beatrice, Larry & Liam
I'm sorry for your loss. I served with Tins on the SWCS program as one of his technicians. I will always remember him as a happy guy who was good for a laugh or two during the long dive days. God bless you and your family. May he rest in peace.
My heart is broken. Please know I love you all and am sending prayers . I have so many fun memories of Harrison. Bob and I are here if we can be of any comfort. Beth.
It is impossible to find the right words to convey our great sadness and shock over Harrison’s passing. We send our deepest and most heartfelt condolences to your family. Harrison was a wonderful guy and teammate. He will be sorely missed.
Liz and family, I am so, so sad to hear about Harrison. I will be praying for all of you. Love, Brenda Cochran
I served with (Tins) as we called him at SDV-2. He was a solid guy.... Reliable, hard working, and a great sense of humor. Saddened to hear of his passing. Prayers from my family to yours. 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
Our hearts are broken. Please know we are praying for peace, comfort and healing. Lynn and Randy Coleman
Please accept my deepest condolences for your family's loss. May you be comforted by the outpouring of love surrounding you. Harrison was a great guy to be on work trips with. After we stopped working together, our group would always get random texts of memes that always made me chuckle. My wife would always say “ What craziness did Tinsley send now lol”. You will be missed buddy !!
Harrison (Tins) was such a great guy and stellar SEAL. Our condolences to Amy, Cameron, Harrison Jr. and family. We will keep you in our prayers for strength and peace in this tragic time. The Peter family
Tin man, Deepest condolences to the family. Part of you lives on through your kids now. I will always cherish our time underwater, and remember the imprint you left on all of us, go in peace brother. You put the sea back in SEAL and the frog back in the man. SDV2 C-PLT
Deepest condolences on your loss, our Family will pray for peace and understanding through this time, Tins was an awesome human, always full of jokes and laughter, will miss you bro!
God Bless. Our deepest sympathies.🇺🇸
I’m sorry for your loss. My the Lord give your family comfort during this time of grief. Just know that Harrison was a special person and may he rest in paradise!
We are praying you all find peace in Christ as he welcomes Harrison home. We mourn with you at his passing. Henry and Martha Griggs
We are so sorry to hear this. Praying for your hearts to heal.
Our hearts are broken for you with this great and terrible loss. Tins left a positive impact on so many of us over the years. We ache and are grieving with you.
I served with the "Tinman" on and off for 20+ years. Please accept our most sincere condolences and know we were all blessed to have been a part of his life.
So very sorry Harrison served with my son they were very good friends and brother's in arms.
Tinsley and I became friends during BUD's and spending lots of time with him in our boat crew. Feisty, hard and smart. A small Seal in size, but a man with a big heart. I will miss him dearly, he was part of the 209 Smurf crew brotherhood.
I am so sorry for your loss. Tinsley was a great man and Operator. He was great to work with and a lot of fun. He will be missed.
There are no words to describe how sorry I am for your loss. Harrison was like a brother to me and I’ll never forget all of our fun and crazy childhood memories! ❤️
Our deepest condolences for your loss. Our family is praying for you during this difficult time.
Our sincerest condolences to the family, friends and teammates. I met Tinman at ST4 nearly 20 years ago and we worked together off and on ever since, on active duty and in retirement. Always working hard but keeping a sense of humor, because “us little fellas gotta stick together”.
My heart and prayers go out for you and your family. I did not know Harrison but am from Alabama and served as a Navy SEAL as well. Know that you will always be surrounded and supported by the Naval Special Warfare family. I am very sorry for your loss but thankful for men like Harrison.
So sad to hear about Harrison’s passing. As his former teammate I’m shocked to hear the news of his death and concerned for his family and their needs. Harrison family, please contact us at info@silentwarriorfoundation.com to relate your immediate needs and:or your perceived future needs. Our thoughts are with the Harrison family, former teammates and Tin right now. Dave Hall
I served with Harrison at SDVT-2 Bravo platoon for his first deployment, he was always fun to be around and could make most grueling jobs humorous. I do terribly sorry for your family’s loss especially during this time of year. You truly have my family’s deepest sympathy and condolences. To Tins your final “Fair winds and following SDV’s” LLTB
Harrison, it seems like yesterday that we pushed the envelope and did stupid shit, I will definitely miss my little Frogman Brother! To the family, we are a brotherhood in life and death. Please do not hesitate to contact me if you need anything. Nick
A Navy SEAL embodies selflessness by its very definition. Tins spent his life willingly placing himself in harm's way to protect his country and ensure the safety and stability of his family. He was a good human who kept everyone laughing. Praying for those who loved him.
I’m saddened to hear about “Tins” passing. He was a stand-up guy with a great sense of humor. Wishing everyone comfort during this difficult time.
Liz, I am so very sorry for your loss and also at a loss for words. I will hold Brian, Ashley and you in my heart and cover you all with prayers of comfort and understanding. Harrison was a smart, funny and loyal man. And I know that he will be greatly missed. You have always been so proud of him, as you should be! I love you, Linda
I am deeply saddened by the tragic of loss of such an amazing person. What a remarkable life. I will treasure my childhood memories of visiting my cousins in Florence. Harrison will be missed by so many.
Liz and family, please accept our deepest condolences for your loss. Our hearts break for you. May God wrap His Love around you all. Our thoughts and prayers go out to each of you. We love you.
To the family, my sincerest condolences for you loss. Tins, it was an honor to have served with you, though for a short time. I hope and pray for strength and love for your family and children. Fair winds and following SDVs.
We are praying for the entire Tinsley family as your mourn the loss of a husband, father, son, and brother. We are truly grateful for the numerous and untold sacrifices made by brave men like Harrison and others on behalf of our country. We love you all and will continue to pray for you.
Our hearts go out to you all. Remember all the great things he did for his loved ones and his country. We love you and will keep you in our prayers.
A lot of memories with Harrison growing up. Very proud to be his cousin. Thank you for your service and praying for your family.
Harrison served as a Navy SEAL, a testament to his bravery and dedication. I hope the memories you shared with Harrison bring some comfort amidst the pain.
Liz, my heart is broken for you. Sending you strength and love. Irene Potts
Liz, we send all our love to you and your family. You are in our hearts and prayers.
We are sorry for your loss. Harrison always added humor to every training trip and event at SDV-2. Almost every picture with him during Charlie Platoon was one of him making people laugh.
I am saddened to learn of his passing. I was friends with his father. Y’all have my sympathy.
Harrison was the best SDV pilot ever to sit in the front seat of an SDV. What's more, he was a great friend and teammate. I loved working with him in the cold of the water column to the blistering heat overseas in undisclosed locations. Love to all who loved him.
So sorry to hear of Harrison's passing. I have the fondest of memories of summer's on the lake, rocking out in the Tinsley basement, and all of the other good times we had growing up in the Shoals. He will be deeply missed.
Our deepest sympathies on your loss. Hold on to your good memories and lean on each other and your friends during this difficult time.
Beatrice, Larry & Liam
I’m sorry for your loss. I served with Tins on the SWCS program as one of his technicians. I will always remember him as a happy guy who was good for a laugh or two during the long dive days. God bless you and your family. May he rest in peace.
My heart is broken. Please know I love you all and am sending prayers . I have so many fun memories of Harrison. Bob and I are here if we can be of any comfort. Beth.
It is impossible to find the right words to convey our great sadness and shock over Harrison’s passing. We send our deepest and most heartfelt condolences to your family. Harrison was a wonderful guy and teammate. He will be sorely missed.
Liz and family, I am so, so sad to hear about Harrison. I will be praying for all of you. Love, Brenda Cochran
I served with (Tins) as we called him at SDV-2. He was a solid guy…. Reliable, hard working, and a great sense of humor. Saddened to hear of his passing. Prayers from my family to yours. 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
Our hearts are broken. Please know we are praying for peace, comfort and healing. Lynn and Randy Coleman
Please accept my deepest condolences for your family’s loss.
May you be comforted by the outpouring of love surrounding you. Harrison was a great guy to be on work trips with. After we stopped working together, our group would always get random texts of memes that always made me chuckle. My wife would always say “ What craziness did Tinsley send now lol”. You will be missed buddy !!
Harrison (Tins) was such a great guy and stellar SEAL. Our condolences to Amy, Cameron, Harrison Jr. and family. We will keep you in our prayers for strength and peace in this tragic time.
The Peter family
Tin man,
Deepest condolences to the family. Part of you lives on through your kids now. I will always cherish our time underwater, and remember the imprint you left on all of us, go in peace brother.
You put the sea back in SEAL and the frog back in the man. SDV2 C-PLT
Deepest condolences on your loss, our Family will pray for peace and understanding through this time, Tins was an awesome human, always full of jokes and laughter, will miss you bro!
God Bless. Our deepest sympathies.🇺🇸
I’m sorry for your loss. My the Lord give your family comfort during this time of grief. Just know that Harrison was a special person and may he rest in paradise!
We are praying you all find peace in Christ as he welcomes Harrison home. We mourn with you at his passing. Henry and Martha Griggs
We are so sorry to hear this. Praying for your hearts to heal.
Our hearts are broken for you with this great and terrible loss. Tins left a positive impact on so many of us over the years. We ache and are grieving with you.
I served with the “Tinman” on and off for 20+ years. Please accept our most sincere condolences and know we were all blessed to have been a part of his life.
So very sorry Harrison served with my son they were very good friends and brother’s in arms.
Tinsley and I became friends during BUD’s and spending lots of time with him in our boat crew. Feisty, hard and smart. A small Seal in size, but a man with a big heart. I will miss him dearly, he was part of the 209 Smurf crew brotherhood.
I am so sorry for your loss. Tinsley was a great man and Operator. He was great to work with and a lot of fun. He will be missed.
There are no words to describe how sorry I am for your loss. Harrison was like a brother to me and I’ll never forget all of our fun and crazy childhood memories! ❤️
Our deepest condolences for your loss. Our family is praying for you during this difficult time.
Our sincerest condolences to the family, friends and teammates. I met Tinman at ST4 nearly 20 years ago and we worked together off and on ever since, on active duty and in retirement. Always working hard but keeping a sense of humor, because “us little fellas gotta stick together”.
My heart and prayers go out for you and your family. I did not know Harrison but am from Alabama and served as a Navy SEAL as well. Know that you will always be surrounded and supported by the Naval Special Warfare family. I am very sorry for your loss but thankful for men like Harrison.
So sad to hear about Harrison’s passing. As his former teammate I’m shocked to hear the news of his death and concerned for his family and their needs.
Harrison family, please contact us at info@silentwarriorfoundation.com to relate your immediate needs and:or your perceived future needs.
Our thoughts are with the Harrison family, former teammates and Tin right now.
Dave Hall
I served with Harrison at SDVT-2 Bravo platoon for his first deployment, he was always fun to be around and could make most grueling jobs humorous. I do terribly sorry for your family’s loss especially during this time of year. You truly have my family’s deepest sympathy and condolences. To Tins your final “Fair winds and following SDV’s” LLTB
Harrison, it seems like yesterday that we pushed the envelope and did stupid shit, I will definitely miss my little Frogman Brother!
To the family, we are a brotherhood in life and death. Please do not hesitate to contact me if you need anything.
Nick
A Navy SEAL embodies selflessness by its very definition. Tins spent his life willingly placing himself in harm’s way to protect his country and ensure the safety and stability of his family. He was a good human who kept everyone laughing. Praying for those who loved him.
I’m saddened to hear about “Tins” passing. He was a stand-up guy with a great sense of humor. Wishing everyone comfort during this difficult time.
Liz, I am so very sorry for your loss and also at a loss for words. I will hold Brian, Ashley and you in my heart and cover you all with prayers of comfort and understanding. Harrison was a smart, funny and loyal man. And I know that he will be greatly missed. You have always been so proud of him, as you should be!
I love you, Linda
I am deeply saddened by the tragic of loss of such an amazing person. What a remarkable life. I will treasure my childhood memories of visiting my cousins in Florence. Harrison will be missed by so many.
Liz and family, please accept our deepest condolences for your loss. Our hearts break for you. May God wrap His Love around you all. Our thoughts and prayers go out to each of you. We love you.
To the family, my sincerest condolences for you loss. Tins, it was an honor to have served with you, though for a short time. I hope and pray for strength and love for your family and children. Fair winds and following SDVs.
We are praying for the entire Tinsley family as your mourn the loss of a husband, father, son, and brother. We are truly grateful for the numerous and untold sacrifices made by brave men like Harrison and others on behalf of our country.
We love you all and will continue to pray for you.
Our hearts go out to you all. Remember all the great things he did for his loved ones and his country. We love you and will keep you in our prayers.
A lot of memories with Harrison growing up. Very proud to be his cousin. Thank you for your service and praying for your family.
Harrison served as a Navy SEAL, a testament to his bravery and dedication.
I hope the memories you shared with Harrison bring some comfort amidst the pain.
Liz, my heart is broken for you. Sending you strength and love. Irene Potts
Liz, we send all our love to you and your family. You are in our hearts and prayers.
We are sorry for your loss. Harrison always added humor to every training trip and event at SDV-2. Almost every picture with him during Charlie Platoon was one of him making people laugh.
I am saddened to learn of his passing. I was friends with his father. Y’all have my sympathy.
Harrison was the best SDV pilot ever to sit in the front seat of an SDV. What’s more, he was a great friend and teammate. I loved working with him in the cold of the water column to the blistering heat overseas in undisclosed locations. Love to all who loved him.
So sorry to hear of Harrison’s passing. I have the fondest of memories of summer’s on the lake, rocking out in the Tinsley basement, and all of the other good times we had growing up in the Shoals. He will be deeply missed.