Tanya S. Tandoc
1969 - 2015
Tanya S. Tandoc
1969 - 2015
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Tanya Tandoc Obituary
Tanya grew up in Newton, Kansas and graduated early, with academic honors, from Newton High School. She attended the University of Kansas and the California Culinary Academy. She graduated with a bachelor's degree in fine arts from Wichita State University with honors.
In lieu of flowers, please make a generous contributuion to the Wichita Area Sexual Assault Center or the Kansas Humane Society. In care of Petersen Funeral Home 215 North Main Newton, Kansas 67114
There will be a celebration of Tanya's life Thursday, June 11, 2015 at 6:30 p.m. at the Orpheum Theater in Wichita,Kansas.
Tanya's beautiful smile, delightful, infectious laughter and often uncontained amusement will brighten our hearts for ever and ever.
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Paua Love Moore
July 29, 2015
Deborah (Lambert) Gager
June 24, 2015
I was so upset upon hearing this news just a couple days after seeing you. You had a wonderful daughter and she will be missed. God Bless each of you
Nanetta
June 18, 2015
Tanya will be missed by many forever. She was a bright, generous, whirling being, filled with creativity and light. She gave so much of herself.
June 17, 2015
Condolences to Tanya's family & many friends. May you find comfort daily, as you grieve and heal. She has given so much to so many and is dearly missed.
Forever in our hearts!
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Stephanie (Tullberg) Reyes
June 16, 2015
To the Tandoc Family-
My heart goes out to all of you as I am so saddened to hear about Tanya. I pray that somehow over time, your hearts will heal and wonderful memories of Tanya will live forever.
I went to elementary school at Northridge and knew Warren.
Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Sunnie Morris
June 14, 2015
Rip
David and Olive Hanna
June 12, 2015
Tanya was a loving person that we will always miss in our life. Our very best to her parents and brother. David and Olive Hanna
Janet malcom
June 12, 2015
She was an amazing woman and an inspiration to so many of us. Wichita has lost one of its brightest stars. Prayers for all of Tanya's family and friends that miss her so very much.
Kristi Silvernale
June 11, 2015
To Bonnie, Val and your entire family ~ my deepest sympathy to all of you in this incredibly sad time. I never met Tanya, yet if she was anything like her parents - she was totally amazing! I am so sorry for your loss.
Kelli Grattan Barton
June 11, 2015
Bonnie and Family,
The road of grief will be a long and difficult journey. Your loss will never heal but one can only hope that with each passing day you find a new normal. Our family is heartbroken over your sorrow.
Kelli & Lonni Grattan
Susan Miller (fna Balzer)
June 11, 2015
I want to share my sadness and sympathy with you, Tanya's family, as you grieve. I didn't know Tanya, but from all I've read, she lived a full life of service and joy and loving kindness.
I remember working with you, Bonnie, with the Newton peace center a couple decades ago. Good to think of you again, but so very sad for your loss that led to my memories of your work for peace.
Cathy Davis
June 11, 2015
Our deepest sympathies to Dr. Tandoc and Dr. Bonnie. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We loved meeting Tanya at her restaurant and remember how proud she was of the two of you doing ballroom dancing. --- Ron & Cathy Davis and Family from Hillsboro to Wichita
Sonya Brozek
June 10, 2015
Wow! What a legacy you left to have touched so many lives in your short life. You lived life the way it should be lived. And I know you are now the best angel ever! You will live in our hearts forever. XOXO
William Lee
June 10, 2015
You had a good heart and was a true friend. I will miss you.
Cindy Keifer
June 10, 2015
My thoughts are with Tanya's family during this very difficult time. May you find comfort and peace in your memories.
Becky Lolley
June 10, 2015
Your light will shine on through everyone you've touched, either directly or indirectly through your friends, your restaurant, your dancing, or your beautiful heart. We will all shine on in your memory, Tanya.
Becky Jantz
June 10, 2015
I am lighting this candle in memory of Tanya Tandoc may her legacy she left lives on Becky Jantz
June 9, 2015
My deepest sympathies to the Tandoc family. RIP Tanya.
Sally JS
Weslee& Leonard Mitchell
June 9, 2015
Bonnie&Val, Please know our hearts,and prayers are with you at the loss of your Tanya. We send you love, and please know if you need anything we are here for you.
Kristine
June 9, 2015
So sorry to hear that this beautiful woman is gone forever. When we dined at her restaurant, Tanya greeted me like she'd been waiting for us and was thrilled that we'd shown up. I am hopeful that her bright light will live on through those who remember her.
Amy & Wesley Lumry
June 9, 2015
May you each find comfort and peace.
June 9, 2015
The love and talent that you spread around will never be forgotten.
Deanna Furlong
June 9, 2015
She will be missed.
JoEtta Wallert
June 9, 2015
Tanya: You always had such a beautiful spirit, infectious smile and laugh that lit up a room. Not only will I miss you, but Wichita misses you as well. May your spirit be at peace, dance like nobody is watching. RIP my friend.
Roger&Lucille Bitner
June 9, 2015
We are very sorry to here of the loss of Tanya we have been to several of her speeches and her presentation. We also ate in her restraunt several times,when we lived in Wichita
She will be gratfully missed. "Remember we will be with her again someday"
Teresa McGrath
June 9, 2015
A beautiful soul will be remembered by many.
Sheryle Minshull-Ford
June 9, 2015
Beautiful lady, kind and wonderful personality. I was blessed to have known you. You will be greatly missed.
Angela Clark
June 9, 2015
One of the most bright, positive, and beautiful spirits I have had the privilege to know. Beautiful inside and out. Tanya will remain forever in our hearts. Dance with the angels my friend.
Laurie Fraser
June 9, 2015
Our city is the poorer for this loss....my profound sympathy to the family and friends....may her light live on in your hearts forever....
Michele Cox
June 9, 2015
I only had the opportunity to meet Tanya a few times, take some of her wonderfully fun cooking classes and of course dine on her fabulous food! I feel I was very fortunate to meet such a giving and upbeat person. She truly was a treasure and anyone should feel fortunate to have met her. She will be greatly missed but we will continue to remember her and her fabulous smile and outlook. I raise my coffee cup to you Tanya! Rest In Peace
Gayle Franz
June 9, 2015
My heart breaks for your tragic loss. May God comfort you. Her light will continue to shine on earth and in heaven.
Connie Force
June 9, 2015
Tanya RIP. Our dear friend. May you rest in our Lords arms. You will be missed by many friends and family. God bless you always.
Cassandra Crigler
June 9, 2015
We have lost a wonderful spirit from this world but it will live on in our hearts be blessed. C. Crigler
Sherry Robinson
June 9, 2015
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
June 9, 2015
God bless and millions of prayers for Tanya's family and friends.
June 9, 2015
Tanya seasoned the lives not only of her family and friends but the entire community. May the joy she brought to those on earth be the delight of the angels above. God bless.
Charlene Vinduska
June 8, 2015
I can not even imagine the sorrow you now feel, for we are never supposed to bury a child. My heart goes out to you during this most difficult time. I hope in the coming weeks and months you will find solace in knowing that Tanya did change the world,and all the people she touched with her love and caring heart.
Jan Payne
June 8, 2015
This candle dims in comparison to the light you brought into everyone's lives. Blessings on your soul, your family & the many who loved you.
joe and tenlea Werner
June 8, 2015
There are no words to express the sorrow we feel for your family. Thoughts and Prayers to you and yours
T. Bush
June 8, 2015
My thoughts and prayers go out to Tanya's family and friends. I did not have the pleasure of knowing Tanya personally, I wish I could have! I believe those that did were truly blessed!
Becky & Richard Hege
June 8, 2015
What an unimaginable loss. We are so sorry.
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