Debra A. Tinstman

Debra A. Tinstman, 71 of Eaton, Ohio passed away on Saturday, October 10, 2026, at University of Cincinnati Medical Center in Cincinnati, Ohio.

Deb was born on July 10, 1955, in Orrville, Wayne County, Ohio the daughter of the late Herbert S. & Mildred C. (Brown) Tinstman. She graduated from Eaton High School in 1973 and Ashland University in 1977. Shortly after graduation she moved to Texas. While living in the Dallas – Fort Worth area she served as a Probation Officer and worked in a Jewelry Store for several years. In the mid 1990’s she moved back to the Preble County area. She began her teaching career at Preble Shawnee and retired in 2020 from National Trail High School teaching history and social studies. She also served as a Guardian Ad Litem and Court Investigator with the Preble County Probate Court. She loved her family, enjoyed traveling, was an avid dog lover, and a devoted member of Eaton Community Church.

Preceded in death by sister-in-law, Marilyn Tinstman in 2005; Great Nephew: Daniel Hurd in 2022.

She is survived by her brothers and Sister-in-law: David Tinstman and Dean & Susan Tinstman; Nieces & Nephews: Chad & Mandy Tinstman, Matt & Kara Tinstman, Dan & Chasity Tinstman, Molly Hurd, Mike & Maria Tinstman, Andy Tinstman; Several great nieces and nephews.

Family will receive friends on Saturday, October 24, 2026, from 2:00 to 4:00 P.M at Eaton Community Church 813 Camden Road Eaton, Ohio. A Celebration of Life Service will be at 4:00 P.M. at the church with Dr. Rev. Dan Denlinger officiating. Interment will be held at the convenience of the family.

Memorial Contributions may be made to Eaton Community Church 813 Camden Road Eaton, Ohio (Building Fund) or Humane Society of Preble County - 951 South Barron Street, Eaton, Ohio 45320 Arrangements entrusted to Barnes Funeral Home, 220 East Main Street, Eaton, OH. Condolences at www.barnesfuneralhome.com