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TAMMIE DINGAS Obituary
Cherishing so many special memories of a loving daughter are her parents, Brenda Griffin Dingas and Thomas George Dingas of Prince George; and of a loving sister, Tracey Dingas Allen and husband Andrew Lee Allen of Colonial Heights, and Teresa Dingas Williams and husband Christopher Jason Williams of Chesapeake, Va.; and the loves of her life, nieces and nephew, Griffin Delaney Williams, Wyatt Lee Allen and Clara James Williams. She is also survived by her paternal grandmother, Frances Sanford Dingas of Prince George; aunt, Mary Etta Griffin Kanusek of Disputanta; and uncle, Larry Douglas Dingas of Prince George. Tammie was loved and will always be remembered by her special Callis and Dingas cousins and a multitude of close friends.
She was preceded in death by her maternal grandparents, Alpha Omega Callis Griffin and Patrick Snow Griffin; paternal grandfather, George Dingas; and uncle, Michael Wayne Dingas.
A funeral service will be conducted at 11 a.m. Tuesday, May 8, at the Petersburg Chapel of J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home & Cremation Service, with the Reverend Henry Butler officiating. Interment will follow at Southlawn Memorial Park in Prince George. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, donations in Tammie's memory may be made to Gary's United Methodist Church Building Fund, 13501 Sunnybrook Road, Petersburg, VA 23805 or the Petersburg Area Art League, 7 E. Old Street, Petersburg, VA 23803.
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Stefanie Nichols
April 29, 2019
Tammie was one of a kind and very special person. I feel blessed to have known her.
Monte McCraw
January 4, 2013
Tommy, You were always there for me when we were growing up.My deepest thoughts are with Brenda and yourself.
ashiya alston
August 9, 2012
we lost one of our best artist she was a good hair color master stylist
June 1, 2012
Tammie had been my hairdresser for about 10 years. I can't beleive she is gone. We enjoyed talking about our families, the country life, the state fair and many other things we had in common. I will always miss her. My prayers go out to her family.
Barbara Minor Bright, Prince George
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Sherry G Barfield
June 1, 2012
Nary an hour passes that I don't still think of her. I let too much time pass without letting her know just how much I think of her, and how I appreciate her. In her prime, she was taken from her life, her family, friends and her work. The Good Lord must have needed someone very special back. We are left with memories of her laugh and her smile. We just have to dig through our pain and tears to get to them still.
samantha kemp
May 14, 2012
love tammie very much she was very sweet person but if u love someone let it free she is so smart xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxox
samantha kemp
May 14, 2012
u r so smart but i had to let u go that is part of life u will be missed u r a beutifule person
STEFANIE CHAMBERS
May 13, 2012
TAMMIE WAS A BEAUTIFUL FREE SPIRIT, I FEEL LUCKEY TO HAVE KNOWN HER.
e
May 12, 2012
I love you tammi and i'll miss you
May 11, 2012
Had just met Tammie when she recently did my hair. She was a wonderful lady and will be truly missed.
susan bradshaw
May 10, 2012
Tammie you are a beautiful person and will be missed so so much you became a part of our family. The last thing you said to me was how Noah recognized your voice when you held and talked to him and he would smile real big you were so proud or just rubbing it in he hasn't smiled for me yet. But you how much you were loved by us and us by you we will miss you but will cherish you forever LOVE YOU
Molly Thompson
May 9, 2012
You gave me my first hair cut when I was one, and since then you have always inspired me to just be myself and not worry about anyone else. Because of you I will thrive to live life to the fullest. I have no idea who i'm gonna brag to about my new tattoos. You were the most free spirited person I have ever known. I will truly miss you, you are the best Tammie. You did and always will have a huge impact on my life.
Love you!
Molly
Sue
May 9, 2012
I knew Tammie from JCPenney-I worked there and had my hair done in the salon. Altho I didn't know her well,I do know she was an original and that many people will miss her very much. My sympathy to her family and friends.
Randy Howard
May 9, 2012
Brenda and Tommy I cant begin to tell you how sorry I am for your loss.My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. God Bless. Randy Howard
May 9, 2012
i didn't know her at all but i do remember having my hair done by her before....I remember her personality and her voice.....terrific person and an even better hair stylist!!
Elizabeth Thacker
May 8, 2012
To all of the Dingas family and friends,
I wanted share this poem that was read at my father's funeral. It gives me some comfort and I hope it will do the same for you.
"Crossing the Bar"
Sunset and evening star,
And one clear call for me!
And may there be no moaning of the bar,
When I put out to sea,
But such a tide as moving seems asleep,
Too full for sound and foam,
When that which drew from out the boundless deep
Turns again home.
Twilight and evening bell,
And after that the dark!
And may there be no sadness of farewell,
When I embark;
For tho' from out our bourne of Time and Place
The flood may bear me far,
I hope to see my Pilot face to face
When I have crost the bar.
By Alfred Lord Tennyson, © -1, All rights reserved..
Cheryl Rackley
May 8, 2012
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998
Rhonda Medley
May 8, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family! I'm so sorry for your loss. May God help you during this difficult time.
May 8, 2012
Brenda
Kirby and I are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Carole & Kirby Hart
k jones
May 8, 2012
Tammie was the best. Bless her family and may their pain turn to fond memories and smiles
Karin Derby
May 8, 2012
Remember
Remember me when I am gone away,
Gone far away into the silent land;
When you can no more hold me by the hand,
Nor I half turn to go yet turning stay.
Remember me when no more day by day
You tell me of our future that you plann'd:
Only remember me; you understand
It will be late to counsel then or pray.
Yet if you should forget me for a while
And afterwards remember, do not grieve:
For if the darkness and corruption leave
A vestige of the thoughts that once I had,
Better by far you should forget and smile
Than that you should remember and be sad.
By Christina Rossetti
The Poetry Foundation
MICHELE BARNES
May 8, 2012
I DIDNT KNOW TAMMIE, BUT HER STORY TOUCHED ME DEEPLY. MY HEART AND PRAYERS GO OUT TO HER PARENTS AND FAMILY. THERE IS A SPECIAL PLACE IN HEAVEN FOR SOMEONE LIKE HER.
Wayne Dingas
May 7, 2012
You will be greatly missed best cuz in the world
Dana Sizemore
May 7, 2012
Mark & I are so sorry for your loss. We wish you all the strength you may need to get through this difficult time. We are very glad we got to know her at the many birthday parties for Griff & Clara. We always enjoyed her company. Our thoughts are with you.
Milan Gordon
May 7, 2012
my sympathy for all in the Dingas family. Though we have not seen each other in years, I want you to know how much I feel for you in your time of sorrow. WE SHALL ALL SING AS ONE IN ETERNITY! god bless u all!!!
Magon Dear
May 7, 2012
Sending prayers your way that God wraps his arms around you and comforts you during this difficult time. Tammy's life will live on in the hearts she touched.
Tammy Hayes
May 7, 2012
Mr and Mrs Dingas. I regret that I did not know your daughter, but we shared the love of being a stylist. May you find peace in our Savior, Jesus Christ and you will be in my prayers. God bless you.
Jay Faison
May 7, 2012
i didnt know Tammie personally but i did see her out and about here and there, just thought id write to express my sympathy to her family and friends at this difficult time!!!
Winni Dabney
May 7, 2012
My heart hurts, My condolences to her family she was a amazing women and friend to have.
Susan Klinginsmith
May 7, 2012
Dear Tom:
Sam called and said there had been a horrible accident. I am so sorry. Words! I wish I could do more. Time will take the raw edge of the pain but it will still be there. My deepest sympathies.
Tammy S.
May 7, 2012
Tammie was taken from us way too soon. She was such a special person with a BIG heart. She will be truly missed.
May 7, 2012
Brenda and Tommy, I did not know your daughter but my heart goes out to you both. I cannot even begin to imagine the hurt that you're experiencing. May you find some sense of understanding through faith in Jesus Christ.
Ed Mellichampe
Angie Trueblood Marshall
May 7, 2012
Tammie you have left us too soon but your wonderful spirit will stay in our hearts and minds. My deepest sympathy to the Dingas family. I will have memories of all us girls growing up together and will miss my friend and hairdresser that I shared stories and life with. You will be forever missed.
May 7, 2012
Tammie is gone to soon.
Tammie did my hair for many years at jc penny. I moved to henrico and still drove to colonia heights for a good haircutt. Tammie talked about her dream often to have her own shop one day. Glad she made her dream come true. Tammie you will be missed
manuela reinhart
Kerry Burrows
May 6, 2012
Tammie, I love that you set your own course and sailed it with a lust for life that no one can dispute. You wrote your own story and though you never expected your story to end, it ended with every one you touched knowing how special you were. Wyatt will always remember and love you. You were a force to be reckoned with and danced to your own beat and thats why everyone loved you, and thats why everyone will miss you!!!
Jenny Blackburn
May 6, 2012
Brenda and Tommy,
We are so sorry for your loss, you and your family are in our hearts and prayers!
Jenny, Madison and Sydney
Gayle Edwards, mother of Bryan & Kendall
May 6, 2012
Tammie was an original and anyone who knew her couldn't help but love her. She was a special friend to both my son and my daughter. She came to my house for several years to cut my mother's hair and mine as my mother had trouble getting out. I so appreciated here willingness to help out. My sympathy to her family that I know she loved dearly.
Phyllis Colvin
May 6, 2012
Am so sorry for Tammie's family's loss...really great girl...my sympathy for your loss...taken too soon...
rickyta peterson
May 6, 2012
Tammie u will truly b missed u was a great person I remember u taking me out for my bday and wht fun we had I love you and u will always b in my heart R.I.P sweetie I love you.
Mandy Harrison
May 6, 2012
Tammie will be missed by many. My sympathy goes to all family and close friends.
Joy Sanford Wettstein
May 6, 2012
Tommie & Brenda,
Words cannot express the shock I felt when told of Tammie's untimely passing. You and the girls' and their families and Aunt Frances are in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. Over the last day the memories have flooded through my mind of Tammie...her wonderful personality, amazing creativity, and true joy in living life! Tommie - I remember when you visited one Christmas and held one of the many baby dolls Santa had left at the Sanford house! Then not too long after you and Brenda had your first precious live baby doll! Tammie gave my oldest son, Daniel, his first haircut when he was 15 months old and she was still in beauty school...she cut Brittany's hair for her senior portraits...and in between there were the many dance recital "hairdos"! Another memory of Tammie fixing dance classmates hair and doing their makeup before we got down to the business of actually dancing will always make me smile! Tammie will forever be in my heart.
With love,
Joy
Joan Pellegrini
May 6, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with the entire Dingas family. Tammie was a good woman, a good friend, a caring member of her community. She will be greatly missed.
Judy King Crocker
May 6, 2012
May her heart, soul, & memories carry her friends and family during this difficult time. With deepest sympathy
May 5, 2012
Tommie and Brenda, Having been thru a loved ones loss thru an accident like this is horiffic...no one else will feel this pain unless they have gone thru it , I so feel your pain ,and I so feel it...I am so devastated by Tammie's loss...and yours also....there are no words I can say that can make this any better...only I know that everything happens for a reason and God knows that reason....Donna Stone
Janet Boisseau
May 5, 2012
Brenda & Tommie...I am deeply saddened to hear of Tammie's passing. You are in my prayers and may God's grace sustain you.
Tina Daniels
May 5, 2012
A river of Peace and Rest is now where your spirit and soul shall find eternal comfort & joy. µp??e? ?a µ??µ? sa? ?a e??a? a????a
Kendall Lauren Ellington
May 5, 2012
Tammie was like family to me. She was the type of friend who would do anything for you. She had a zest for life and you just couldn't help but feel the same when you were with her. Her presence in my life will be very much missed. The world is just a little less colorful without her in it. But I will cherish my memories of all of my time with her.
Ben Montgomery
May 5, 2012
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Wendi Winstead
May 5, 2012
I met Tammie about 8 yrs ago and she has been my hairdresser as long. I knew when I first met her that I'd like her. She always had a great story to share and a bubbly personality all her own. She truly cared about people and wasn't afraid to share her opinions whether they were well-received or not. I will miss her...as will many, many others.
j.
May 5, 2012
Such a wornderfull lady will truly be missed .......love ya babe !!!
Russell & Jackie Davis
May 5, 2012
To the family and friends of Tammie Dingas ...
Tommie and Brenda, when you long to lean on trusted friends, remember we will always be near when you need a loving, caring hug. Our prayers and tears are with you, and we wish we could do more to help you get through the excruciating pain you are feeling in your hearts. When you tell each other that "this can't be for real", believe me, if anyone knows your feelings of a wounded heart, it's Jackie and me, as we have experienced life's pain of all pain, the tragic loss of a child. A day doesn't pass that we don't talk to her beautiful wall portrait. It's just not the same when someone tells you that they have lost a family member and know how you feel. Only you, a parent, and Our heavenly Father, who suffered losing His Son Jesus Christ, understands the personal emptiness and knows how you really feel when it's comes to your beautiful daughter. Just remember, our children are where we will be one day, GOD willing. They are rejoicing in GOD'S magnificence. That is what keeps us going from day to day. God bless and comfort you both. We love you guys. Russell and Jackie Davis
Suzane Gillespie
May 5, 2012
I met Tammie a long time ago and she has always been the sweeetest person. You could go for days or even years in between seeing her but when you did, she would always speak as though it had only been a few minutes. It's always hard to lose someone but its especially difficult when that someone is so young and full of life as Tammie was. My heartfelt condolences to her family as well as continued thoughts and prayers to guide you through this most difficult time!
Judy Myers
May 5, 2012
Tammy was my hairdresser for over 20 years and in that time we became very good friends. She knew about my family and I knew about hers. She was a good person who cared about people and she will be sorely missed. Judy Myers
May 5, 2012
You touched so many hearts, Tammie. You will be greatly missed, and to your family we extend our deepest sympathies. May your memory be eternal!
Peter and Patty Papadopoulos
Melanie Traylor
May 5, 2012
Brenda, I'm so sorry for your loss. Know that you and the family are carried in the hearts of all those who know you and our prayers are lifted up with love for your peace.
allison hennessee
May 5, 2012
I remember moving to Petersburg,and seeing her salon,and thinking..wow!! I bet this lady is awesome.And when I drove by the shop I loved the colors. She followed her dream,and lived it!!Very few people can say that,and she did it. I never got to meet her,but some pretty amzing footprints were left. My condolences to her family and friends.
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