Kathryn Greyham Fish-Tinsley

Kathryn Greyham Fish-Tinsley, 51, of Asheville, North Carolina, passed away in her home on Wednesday, May 28th, 2025.

Born on December 13, 1973, in Charlotte, North Carolina, she was the beloved daughter of Bonnie Busick Fish and the late Robert Samuel Fish, Sr.

She earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from Converse College, where she nurtured her creativity and passion for artistic expression. Her time there shaped her perspective and deepened her love for the arts. After college, she discovered a profound connection to yoga, immersing herself in advanced studies and earning multiple certifications as an instructor.

Her love for the outdoors and the beauty found in life’s simple and profound moments defined her spirit. Whether mountain biking through wooded trails, practicing yoga beneath an open sky, or capturing emotions in art, she embraced each experience with a sense of adventure and mindfulness. She had an innate ability to seek out meaningful connections—not just in nature, but in the people around her. A conversation with her was never just small talk; she had a gift for making others feel seen, understood, and valued. And when words weren’t enough, her hugs spoke for her—genuine, heartfelt, and deeply memorable, leaving a lasting imprint on those lucky enough to receive them.

She is survived by her husband, Chris Tinsley; daughter, Sydney Tinsley; mother, Bonnie Fish; brother, Robert Fish; and extended family members.

The family will receive friends from 11:00 AM to 12:45 PM Thursday, June 5th, 2025, at Hartsell Funeral Home of Concord, North Carolina. Following this, all who knew her are invited to gather at 1:00 PM in the funeral home chapel to celebrate her life. The service can be viewed at the following link https://video.ibm.com/channel/hartsell-funeral-home-concord .

 Afterwards, there will be a reception held at the home of Robert Fish. The gathering will be an open space for sharing stories, memories, and reflections—whether spoken aloud or quietly held in the heart. There is no expectation to speak, only an invitation to honor her in whatever way feels right.

Memorial donations may be made to the American Diabetes Association  https://diabetes.org/  

Hartsell Funeral Home of Concord is serving the Fish family.