Stephen Gabriel Tinsley, age 40, died at his home in Cuero on Monday, February 5th. He was born on August 4th, 1977 in Victoria to Stephen and Mary Tinsley.

Gabe lived his life passionately. He loved intensely and was always happiest when sharing with others. He was a fine cook, and serving meals to giant crowds of friends and family brought him great joy. His friends, colleagues, and neighbors knew him as a hard worker with a big smile and boisterous laugh. Being the first grandchild on both sides of an enormous family, he held a special place in the hearts of his grandparents and cousins. He will be deeply missed.

He is survived by his parents Stephen and Mary Tinsley; brothers, Caleb (and wife Hisayo) Tinsley and Klaus (and wife Alyssa) Tinsley; sisters Genevieve (and husband Matthew) Fox and Karen Skloss; his sons: Ashton and Benjamin Tinsley (and their mother Melissa); daughters, Joslynn, Margaret and Kendall Tinsley (and their mother Kellie) and fiancée Jessica Saski.

In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the Stephen Gabriel Tinsley Memorial Organization account (Ref #8162665), benefitting his children. Contributions to the Stephen Gabriel Tinsley Memorial can be made at any TDECU location or mailed to the care of his sister Genevieve Fox at 1650 Columbia Street, Houston, Texas, 77008.

Freund Funeral Home, 361.275.2343.