Dr. Gregory Foster, Senior Pastor; Reverend Anthony Foster, Pastor; Deacons and members of First Baptist Church of Hamilton Park (FBCHP) honored Mr. Eugene Henry Tinner as their “Man of The Year 2013” in their Men’s Day 2013 celebration. He joins an elite list of honored men from FBCHP.
Their theme was Mending Broken Brothers and all agreed that Mr. Tinner exemplified their theme. He is known for his firm handshakes friendly smile and a winning personality by all who knows him.
Prior to The Sacred Word by their guest speaker, Reverend David E. Wilson, Senior Pastor of Greater Cornerstone Baptist Church in Hamilton Park, Mr. Tinner was surprised as he was named “Man of the Year 2013.”
His plaque read, “Presented to Eugene Henry Tinner, Man of the Year 2013 for his commitment, devotion and his willingness to serve wherever he is needed, May 19, 2013.”
In the audience were his wife of 65 years, Phemia, their children and grandchildren along with their god-daughter Sheila Tarpley Lott; niece JoAnn Solomon, other family members and plenty of friends to share in Mr. Tinner’s joy and excitement.
Moreover, Mr. Tinner celebrated two events in his life on Sunday, his daughter, Rebecca was born on May 19th.
Mr. Tinner was seen asking family and friends, “Did you know this before today?” He furthered said, “I was just happy to see my children and grandchildren join me in church for our Men’s Day celebration” I never expected this great honor.”
When his wife Phemia was told of the honor and to keep it a surprise, she told the Deacon, “All he is going to do is cry;” and he did! The tears flowed freely.
He is a veteran of the United States Army and celebrated Armed Forces Day on Saturday, May 18th, which was first celebrated on May 20, 1950. Armed Forces Day is celebrated the third Sunday in May in the United States.
President Harry S. Truman led the effort to establish a single holiday for citizens to come together and thank all military members for their patriotic service in support of our country.
Mr. Tinner added his plaque to the shelf of his other prized possession from FBCHP, his statue on December 7, 2003, as a member of their, “Legacy of Leadership in Appreciation” for his “Tireless Christian Commitment and Leadership.”
