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Passing of John Tillinghast, Husband of MCC Trustee Grace Tillinghast


I am sad to inform the college community that John Tillinghast, husband of MCC Trustee Grace Tillinghast, passed away on Thursday, September 13. Affectionately known as “Coach T,” John was an award-winning baseball coach who helped thousands of young men and women reach their potential in the sport. For over 25 years, John owned and operated the Battery, the first indoor winter baseball facility in the Rochester area.

In the words of his wife, “John had a wonderful life and his heart was bigger than himself and touched thousands of people. He lived by the golden rule. He was a devout Christian who loved his family and his country above anything else.”

Our hearts go out to Grace and the Tillinghast family. Please watch the Daily Tribune for additional information about memorial services.

Anne M. Kress
President's Office
09/14/2012