Ronald Allen Tingley

Ronald Allen Tingley passed away at home on April 17, 2026, after a courageous battle with lung cancer. He was a devoted husband and loving father and Papa.  He was a proud Marine and always had a smile and kind words for everyone.

Ron graduated from Bradford Area High School and immediately enlisted in the United States Marine Corps and proudly served during the Vietnam War. He was honorable discharged on June 20, 1968, with the National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal with two Stars, and the Vietnam Campaign Medal with device.

He was well known for his many years in the automotive industry as an owner, manager, or car salesman. 

Ron shared 43 wonderful years of marriage with his wife Michelle (Burkey) Tingley. They built a life filled with music, beach trips, golfing and cherished time with their family. He leaves behind his children, Christopher, MaryAnn and Ryan Tingley; his grandchildren,Jennifer and Austin Tingley; Matthew, Ivy, Jackson and Jameson Tingley, his brother, Terry Tingley, and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his beloved daughter Melissa Sue Tingley; his parents, Almon and Frances Y. Tingley; two sisters, Carole Green and Beverly Pecor; and one brother Barry Tingley.

Ron lived a full and meaningful life and was often described  as a “good guy”- loyal, friendly and genuine. Cheers, Ron - this Bud’s for You, “Go Browns!”

Friends are invited to attend a graveside service on Saturday June 13, 2026 at 10 am in Willow Dale Cemetery, followed by Military Honors with members of the United States Marine Corp. and the Honor Guard of the Bradford American Legion Post 108.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com

 

HOLLENBECK-CAHILL Funeral Home

33 South Avenue • Bradford, PA 16701

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