Geoff "Ash" Tomlinson
Geoff “Ash” Tomlinson was an influential and inspiring KidSpirit staff member who passed away unexpectedly in the summer of 2012. As The Gazette Times eloquently wrote that year, he was “well regarded as a mentor, friend, trusted employee and someone that everyone could rely on.” Because of Geoff's inspiring legacy and impact on our program, KidSpirit has united with his family and friends to direct our scholarship endowment fund in his memory. We honor him with this endowment, which allows children of all means to attend our programs and be inspired by heroes like him!
Geoff was a remarkable leader, a patient mentor and a dedicated problem solver. He loved having fun, making memories, and running for mental health and wellbeing. He was an OSU alum in the field of computer science, and was well known for his intelligence as well as his care.
"I remember thinking to myself as soon as I got to know him, he had the best personality anyone can have as a supervisor.
He was extremely helpful to me, and I will miss his presence. He taught and influenced so many people in his life!"
- "Ms. Chipotle," a fellow KidSpirit staff member who worked with Geoff "Ash" Tomlinson
You can see more praises and photographs of Geoff and join his friends and family in celebrating his life on his Facebook Tribute/Memorial Page.
You can also help immortalize Geoff's memory by donating to the Geoff Tomlinson KidSpirit Scholarship Endowment Fund.