Tamsen-Vanderwier-Obituary

Tamsen Vanderwier

Grand Rapids, Michigan

1929 - 2019

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Vanderwier, Tamsen aged 89, born February 6, 1929, with her twin brother Robert Wilcox-Rainer, died January 10, 2019. Tamsen is survived by her children and their families: Steven (Ruth) Fitzgerald of Atlantic Mine, MI, Leah & Alfred FitzGomez and Christian Fitzgerald; Kathy and Robert Barker...

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Carol, Kathy, Ruth, Betsy, Anna Banana, Tammy was a gift to my life. She was a blessing to the Greater Grand Rapids Community. I loved her dearly. I'm so sorry for your loss. Just a wonderful woman with a heart of gold. Betsy I will track you down when I get back to MI. Dr. Vernon E. Proctor M.D.

I have so many memories of Tammy, and of growing up next door to she and the girls. She was bigger than life, and such a bright light! I was in awe of her- this tiny person with this great big voice. She included me and my sisters in whatever event or adventure she had cooked up. Including enrolling us in Charm School with Carol, my BFF. (Not sure it helped much in my case.) My life is richer for having known her. Safe Journey, Tammy. Say hi to Hank for us!