Obituary of George H. Tinges III

George "Bert" H. Tinges III, age 74 of Middletown, PA passed away peacefully on January 18, 2020 at home. Born in Philadelphia, he resided most of his life in Middletown, PA. A pipe fitter and welder, Bert worked for Union Local 420. He enjoyed woodworking, welding and was an avid hunter and gardener. Bert served in the Navy during peacetime. He is preceded in death by his parents, George H. Tinges Jr. and Shirley Houchins-Tinges and grandparents who raised him, Iva and Neal Houchins. Bert is survived by his wife of 13 years, Doris R. Gartside Tinges, 4 children, Michael Sedlmeier, Lynn (Robert) Worst, Paul (Elaine) Tinges and Melissa (Anthony) Straccione, step daughter, Kelley Lewis, 7 grandchildren, Paul, Nathaniel, Zachary, Antonia, Vincent, Travis and Melissa, 2 step grandchildren, Edward and Nicholas. Funeral Services and Interment are private. Donations in his memory may be made to American Cancer Society (cancer.org).