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DOROTHY CAROL TINLINE
Born: Dec 25, 1921
Date of Passing: Feb 02, 2013
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryDOROTHY CAROL TINLINE December 25, 1921 - February 2, 2013 After a long and full life Dot passed away on February 2, 2013 in Winnipeg. Born on Christmas Day in Scott, Saskatchewan she was the second youngest of Milton and Mabel Tinline's five children. Dorothy grew up in Brandon, Manitoba, graduating from Brandon University in 1942. She enlisted into the Canadian Women's Army Corps, serving from 1943 to 1945. After the War she moved to Ontario to begin a long, enriching career as a high school teacher, retiring from Weston Collegiate in Toronto. A life time member of the Boulevard Club in Toronto, Dot was a world class badminton player, winning countless titles in singles, doubles and mixed events in provincial, national and international championships. She teamed with Marj Shedd to win the Canadian Open Women's Doubles Championships in 1961, 1962, 1963, and 1964. She was still winning Grand Masters titles well into her 80s. As a fixture in the Canadian badminton scene for over 60 years, she was not only a competitive player but also a NCCP Certified Level 3 coach, and an International Badminton Federation Certified Umpire. Dot served a three year term as president of Badminton Canada as well as a term on The International Badminton Federation Board. She was inducted into the Canadian Olympics Sports Hall of Fame in 1977, was awarded the International Badminton Federation Distinguished Service award as well as a Province of Ontario Special Achievement Award. Her competitive nature was not just witnessed on the Badminton or Tennis Courts but also at the bridge table, scrabble board, cribbage board or any card game. Whether it was Malaysia, Jakarta, Australia, New Zealand, the Canary Islands, Scotland, Ireland, England, Russia, Mexico, Cuba, or a train trip across Canada, Dot loved to travel and enjoyed meeting people the world over. Dorothy is survived by her sister Joyce Dryden, nephews Rick, Rob, and Ken Dryden, Joe Hammond, nieces Betty Falck, Carol, Patti and Gail Hammond and their families, as well as many friends. She was predeceased by her parents, sister Betty Nelson, brother John, sister and brother-in-law Phyllis and Joe Hammond, and brother-in-law Allan Dryden. The family would like to thank the staff at Harmony Court Assisted Living for their care and compassion during her stay. In lieu of flowers, a donation to Heart and Stroke Canada, Badminton Canada (www.badminton.ca) or a charity of your choice would be appreciated. A memorial service will be held at Neil Bardal Funeral Centre, 3030 Notre Dame Ave., Winnipeg, on Tuesday, February 12, 2013, at 1:00 p.m. CST. The service will be available via live web cast at www.nbardal.mb.ca and follow the links to Dorothy's page. NEIL BARDAL FUNERAL CENTRE 204-949-2200 www.nbardal.mb.ca
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Feb 09, 2013
Condolences & Memories (16 entries)
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I remember miss Timeline from high school. Loved her gym classes. She was good and patient teacher. - Posted by: Jackie Mccullough () on: Mar 13, 2017
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From grade 9 through to 13, Miss Tineline was my mentor in the gym. When classes were over, I would head to the gym to play badminton. She was very patient with me and taught me the proper way of playing. We would spend time on each type of stroke and repeat many times. WCI badminton club would go to the Boulevard Club and compete with other schools. We kept in touch after school was finished. Dorthy invited me to lunch and a game at the club several times through the years. We sent each other Christmas cards and Dorothy telling me where she was planning to go and play badminton next. I didn't get a Christmas card and didn't know how she was. So, I looked up on Google and found this sight. Dorothy was an awesome woman. My 4 boys and husband got into badminton because of her dedication to teaching me. I'm happy I could give a tribute to Mis Tinline - Posted by: Anne Hughes..nee Ryan (Student at WCI) on: Sep 10, 2015
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Dorothy came to Thunder Bay a number of times for coaching and umpiring clinics. It certainly changed my game, improving my basic strokes and made me a more skillful player as well as giving me confidence to help others. She will be missed. - Posted by: marian childs (lifelong badminton player, past district president, and club organizer) on: Mar 28, 2013
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I was an assistant coach at the Boulevard club from around 1982-2002. Dorothy was a staple there. She was very willing to help out whenever needed. Thank you Dorothy for your help and wisdom. You will be missed dearly. - Posted by: Jamie Hurlburt (Friend from Boulevard Club, Toronto) on: Mar 25, 2013
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When my brother Barrie and I would go to the club, Dorothy was always there. Always had something to say, to our mom (Gloria) for sure. Thanks for all you did, From the Blanshard Family - Posted by: Bryan Blanshard (Boulevard badminton player) on: Feb 21, 2013
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Dorothy was the instructor of my first umpiring course as well as my first coaching course (pre-NCCP). She also was on the committee that hired me as Pro at the Boulevard Club. To say that she inspired me would be an under-statement. Dorothy was a tremendous inspiration to generations of badminton people across Canada. Amazing woman. - Posted by: Gord Smith (acquaintance) on: Feb 21, 2013
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I was very lucky to work with Dorothy for many years, we worked on the badge program, 35 yrs. ago, and is still going strong, she would walk out on the courts and always help with coaching tips , for senior and juniors, she is missed at the club. - Posted by: keith arthur (badminton pro boulevard club) on: Feb 20, 2013
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Dorothy was one tough lady with a warm heart. She had a positive attitude, fighting spirit and was always friendly and helpful on and off the badminton court. I consider her to be a mentor as a player and a coach, and a guiding light in Canadian badminton. She will be missed for sure, but definitely not forgotten. - Posted by: Melissa Hill (badminton player) on: Feb 19, 2013
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As a member of the Boulevard Club for 52 years, I first met Dorothy as a junior player in 1961. Over the years, she was instrumental in helping me as I took on responsibilities as President of the Toronto and District Badminton Association and later as a director of the Ontario Badminton Association. When my daughter Melissa took up badminton at the Club at the age of 7, Dorothy was always there with words of encouragement. Her guidance both on and off the courts will be missed. Truely, Badminton has lost an icon. - Posted by: Ernie Nock (badminton player at the Boulevard Club) on: Feb 17, 2013
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My sincere condolences to the family. In the many years that I knew her she was always to help me out and guide me to be a better coach and an umpire. The Badminton Family will miss you. Rest in peace Dot. - Posted by: PAUL CHARBONNEAU (FRIEND ) on: Feb 13, 2013
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Growing up a Boulevard Club badminton brat, Dorothy always took the time to play with us juniors. She was our unofficial coach, but spent more quality time playing and coaching us than any coach I ever had. She was famous for going onto the courts at the Boulevard Club unprompted, and telling a new player (total stranger) how to hold the racquet, swing it, serve, etc. It was what she did and who she was...she was passionate about teaching, developing and playing badminton. My brother Johnny, sister Jennifer, and myself can all remember "the day we finally beat Dorothy" and she had 30 years on us! It was a milestone we were all thrilled to achieve. We still call her name in search of fairness and umpiring when an opponent does an infraction. You may suddenly hear "Where's Dorothy? You were over the net!!!" or some such friendly banter on the court. Thanks Dorothy. Your spirit definitely lives on at the Boulevard Club. - Posted by: Sally Dakin () on: Feb 13, 2013
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The world has lost a good one. Sleep in peace Dorothy. You will be missed Sincerely Jean Miller - Posted by: Jean Miller (Friend) on: Feb 12, 2013
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I knew Dorothy through her family in Winnipeg and as a Badminton Player and Coach through the years. She was always enthusiastic, polite and extremely knowledgeable when I would ask her questions about the game. My sincere condolences to her family and friends Ram Nayyar - Posted by: Ram Nayyar (Friend) on: Feb 11, 2013
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The badminton community has lost a great one. I remember Mrs. Tinline showing me how to grip the racquet at the Boulevard Club nearly 35 years ago. - Posted by: Chris Currie (badminton player) on: Feb 11, 2013
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Sincere condolences to all her many friends and family. - Posted by: Carole Charnutzky (Badminton Player ) on: Feb 10, 2013
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OUR CHAMPION! - Posted by: Patti Hammond (Family) on: Feb 09, 2013
