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Pam Lanham Obituary
YORKVILLE, Ill. - Pam Lanham died at home on Friday, February 10, after a courageous battle with cancer surrounded by loved ones.
Pam was to born to Alice and Charles Lanham on July 3, 1956, in Melrose Park, IL. As a child she spent a couple of years living with her family on her grandparents' farm In Northwest Iowa. After leaving the farm, Pam lived on the East Coast, Ohio, Michigan and Wisconsin before moving to Lisle, Illinois, in 1973. Pam graduated from Lisle High School In 1974, and went on to complete her Cosmetology degree a few years later.
Pam moved to Yorkville, Illinois, in 1988 where she spent the remainder of her life. Pam was an avid gardener, and if you drove past her house on Route 71 you would be able to marvel at the beautiful flowers that surrounded the old farmhouse where she lived.
One of Pam's biggest passions was riding the open road on one of her Harleys. She traveled the country by motorcycle and truly enjoyed taking in the scenery and meeting people along her travels. Pam was an active member of ABATE (A Brotherhood Aimed Toward Education), opening her heart to those in need through numerous charity events.
Pam had a special place in her heart for the Black Hills of South Dakota, where her sister, brother-in-law and parents live. She visited the area often, bringing her motorcycle along so she could enjoy the beautiful scenery and peaceful roads in the Black Hills. She made her last trip to the hills in October, fulfilling a dream to attend the annual Buffalo Roundup in Custer State Park.
Pam was preceded in death by her grandparents, Myrtle and Max Lanham of Paulina, Iowa, and Clarence and Elsie Phillips of Sutherland, Iowa.
Survivors include her parents, Charles and Alice Lanham of Rapid City, S.D., two daughters, Nickole Lanham Murray and her husband. Tom Murray. of Naperville, IL, and Jennifer Tagle of Tinley Park, IL; one sister, Cynthia Lanham and her husband, Michael Slyder, of Rapid City, S.D. Cremation has taken place. In accordance with her wishes there will be no service. A celebration of life will be held on Sunday, February 19 from 1p.m. to 5pm at the American Legion in Plano, IL.
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for Pam Lanham
Jeannie Rohan
April 5, 2012
I just learned today that Pammie is gone. I have lots of memories of her and her sister. I will say a prayer for her tomorrow since it will be Good Friday.
February 19, 2012
"Heartfelt prayers to Pam's family & friends." ......
Karina Tomaselli (Peru, Il)
Karen McGowan
February 18, 2012
Heartfelt prayers to Pam's family, my husband and I used to go to Bristol Tap each week for date night for years and enjoyed Pam's wit and humor:) She will be missed.
Dee Dugdale
February 18, 2012
Pam loved her life, family and friends and though I'm very sad that her life was cut short, I know she lived every day to the fullest. She was a beautiful lady inside and out and I for one will miss her very much. Heartfelt condolences to all of you.
February 16, 2012
Pam - May you rest in peace now. You will be missed by all the friends you made throughout the years. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all your family...... Dale Gates family.
Noreen Remington
February 15, 2012
Pam was a friendly outgoing person that loved life....strong and independent. Jennifer you always remember that, she made you that way too. Give my love to your grandparents...and please know I will keep you in my prayers..you are ALWAYS in my heart Jen. Pam the Harley girl, gone but NEVER forgotten.
Noreen Remington
Denis Wallace
February 15, 2012
Ride on Pam the roads all yours now.
Peace.
Bruce Bamforth
February 14, 2012
She will be dearly missed by Nancy and I. Our weekly dinners, the bike rides, the visits. Last I saw her was a couple of Sunday's ago when I dropped of some of Nancy's homemade chicken noodle soup and stuffed shells. We'll say a prayer for you. Bruce and Nancy Bamforth
February 13, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time. May wonderful memories fill the hole in your hearts over the days, weeks and months to come. Karen Pearson
February 11, 2012
So so sorry to hear about my good friend, Pam. Deeply hurt. Last I saw Pam (about 3 weeks ago) she hugged me and said "Cooney I love you". I will always remember the moment.
My deepest sympathy to her family. Tom Cooney
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