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Nannie Tatum Obituary
She leaves her nine loving children, James V. Tatum, Jr. and his wife Miriam of Worcester, Margaret Ashton of Worcester, Khalidah Paskel of Stockton, CA, Tina Tatum of Worcester, Henry Tatum and his wife Valerie of Dudley, Hecliff Tatum of Worcester, Samuel Tatum of Leicester, Spencer Tatum of Worcester, and Barbara Williams of Miami; a brother, Joseph Wells and a sister, Valerie Joy both of Washington, D.C.; twenty eight grandchildren, thirty great grand children; many nieces and nephews.
Nannie was born in Thoroughfare, Virginia, daughter of the late Henry and Nada (Barbour) Wells, and grew up in Washington D.C., before moving to Worcester and then Shrewsbury.
Mrs. Tatum worked for Rexnord Machine Company in Worcester, for many years, before she retired. She had previously worked as an elevator operator in the Park Building on Main Street in Worcester. She was a member of Emmanuel Baptist Church, and enjoyed her family, especially times with her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Nannie also enjoyed fishing, "The Wonder of It All", and traveling.
The funeral for Nannie will be held on Wednesday, October 29, at 11 a.m. in Emmanuel Baptist Church, 717 Main Street, Worcester. Interment will follow in Worcester County Memorial Park, Paxton. Calling hours will be held Tuesday, October 28, from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m. in MERCADANTE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL, 370 Plantation Street, Worcester.
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Memories and Condolences
for Nannie Tatum
Ramona Evans
November 12, 2008
I am sorry to hear of your loss.
You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Mona
Debora Waller
November 3, 2008
Dear Tatum family ~
Your mom was always a force to be reckoned with, a woman I greatly admired. I will always remember her that way.
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time.
Love,
Priscilla Pettway
October 31, 2008
Sam and Family,
I am sorry for your loss.
Pamela Jones
October 29, 2008
Dear Khalidah and Loved Ones: My deepest sympathy on the loss of your beautiful Mother. You are in my prayers. God Bless you.
Pam
October 29, 2008
Sorry for the loss of your mother. May God be with you all.
Sylvia Price Jackson and family
LaTonya Adams
October 29, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Julius Powell & family
October 29, 2008
Tatum Family
We are sorry to hear of your loss. Please always remember that God has blessed your family and will continue to do so.
cameron goodney
October 29, 2008
i love you with all my heart grandma
Beth O'Connell
October 29, 2008
Cliff and the Tatum Family;
My thoughts go back to the times I enjoyed your Mothers company. She was one in a million.
Robyn & Penny Mays
October 28, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Leah Hazard
October 28, 2008
To the Tatum Family;
My deepest and humble sympathy for the loss of your beloved Mother. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. May God bless you.
Barbara (Poston) Doughty & Family
October 27, 2008
The Tatum Family has my deepest sympathy. May your precious memories always give you, comfort.
James & Elizabeth Gallagher
October 27, 2008
Dear Spencer and Tatum Family,
We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers in your time of grief over the loss of your mother.
Paula Goolsby
October 27, 2008
To The Tatum Family: You are in our Prayers and Thoughts. God Bless you all. Love Paula and Family from Springfield, Mass.
Wendy & Lou Blas
October 27, 2008
Sam, James & Miriam and family,
Our hearts and prayers go out to you and your family at this most difficult time. May your memories bring you comfort and solice. She will always live on through you.
God Bless,
Lou & Wendy Blas
GAYLE ANDERSON
October 27, 2008
MY HEART,FEELS YOUR LOST. MAY THE MEMORIES OF YOUR MOTHER,KEEP ALL OF YOU STRONG. I'LL MISS HER ALSO,IF THERE IS ANYTHING I CAN DO,JUST LET ME KNOW. I LOVE YOU ALL.
Robin Tucker
October 27, 2008
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Johnson-Tucker Family
Loren Jones
October 27, 2008
My Condolences to all the Tatum family at this time. Just remember the fun and good times you had.
Patti Eklund
October 27, 2008
We will miss Nannie at St. Vincent Hospital Dialysis. She was always engaging and well-liked by the staff. Our thoughts and prayers are with your entire family at this difficult time.
Tia Eady
October 27, 2008
Grammy Tatum - We are filled with so much sorrow. Please know that you will live forever in our hearts. All our love...The Eady Family
Joyce L. (Bracey) Adubofour
October 27, 2008
Deepest sympathy for the loss of your mother. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Kimberly Pitts
October 27, 2008
To The Tatum Family,
I send you all my deepest condolences. I remember your mother very well. I remember her as a sweet woman and loving mother.
She and my Aunt Lucille Johnson( Denise, Mark, my late cousin Jeff Ford and Tracey Johnson) were friends for many years during the time they lived and hung out in GBV in the late 60's & early 70's.
May she rest peacefully with God.
Robn (Bracey) Chung
October 27, 2008
Sorry for the loss of your mother. May the memories of your mother's smile, touch, and gentle laugh be held deep within your hearts to help soothe your spirit at this time. you are all in my thoughts and prayers.
fred koza
October 27, 2008
sorry for the loss of your mother
Alisha Johnston
October 27, 2008
Grammy you will forever and always be in my heart.
Mr. Brunell
October 27, 2008
To the Tatum family,
You are in my thoughts and prayers
Prisco Vizcarrondo Jr.
October 26, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Betsy Vizcarrondo
October 26, 2008
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Walter&Yvonne Hart
October 26, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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