Tinker A. Roberts

To know her was to love her.

Tinker Appel Roberts, 78, died on November 10, 2023 from complications with a blood disorder. Known for her career as the highest ranking civilian in the Ninth Airforce with more accolades and impactful missions than can be listed here, she was also known for her giving spirit, sense of humor, and winning smile.

Having spent most of her spirited life in the Sumter, South Carolina area, she and her schnauzer, Zoey, moved to Savannah two years ago to be near her children and their families.

After moving into Buckingham South, she was soon dubbed the “it” resident for charming the residents and staff alike with her wit, quick comebacks, and inner light. Never a complainer, she championed through her health issues with antics that are the stuff of novels.

Tinker (although not her given name which cannot be disclosed or she’d haunt us) was the perfect moniker for her. Intelligent, savvy, sprite, and fiercely loyal.

She is survived by her children, Michael and Stacey, their spouses, Carrie and Joel, and one granddaughter, McKenzie. She is predeceased by parents, Joseph and Martha, brother, Charles, and sister, Debbie.

In lieu of gifts or flowers, please consider Tinker’s passionate cause, the humane society.