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Tamara Stonesifer Obituary
Tamara Ann Stonesifer, 54, of Taneytown, Maryland died Thursday, October 2, 2014 at her home. Born November 24, 1959 in Lexington, VA, she was the daughter of Alfred and Nancy Smith of Catonsville. She was the wife of Wilbur Stonesifer, to whom she was married for 25 years. Tamara was a receptionist at Lorien Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Taneytown, where she was employed for ten years. She enjoyed shopping, spending time outdoors, and being with her family and her many animals. She also enjoyed collecting Seraphim angels. In addition to her husband and parents, she is survived by daughter, Samantha Howard and husband Shawn of Westminster; son, Joshua Stonesifer and wife Jennifer of Hanover, PA; and grandchildren, Camden and Jason Howard, and Robert and Riley Stonesifer. Tamara's family will receive friends for a time of visitation and viewing from 5-8 p.m. Monday, October 6 at Myers-Durboraw Funeral Home, 136 E. Baltimore St, Taneytown, MD. Funeral services are private. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that memorial contributions may be made to the MD SPCA (Maryland Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals,) 3300 Falls Rd, Baltimore, MD, 21211 or to Johns Hopkins Children's Center, 600 N. Wolfe St, Baltimore, MD, 21287. Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.myersdurborawfh.com.
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for Tamara Stonesifer
Kris King, L.P.N.
October 13, 2014
I'm sorry to hear the news of Tamara's passing.
October 13, 2014
I will always miss you with all of my heart sweetheart. You were the strongest woman that I have ever known. Your husband forever. I love You.
October 9, 2014
With Deepest Sympathy
Dr Ali Dr Tshibaka and Dr Gordon
Betty Ridinger-Cool
October 8, 2014
Wilbur and children. My thoughts and prayers are with you. I know she went through alot, but now she's healed. Tom Ridinger sends his sympathy to you also. She's with you in spirit. May God be with you and give you guidance.
bonnie
October 7, 2014
I miss you so much, my dear friend. Rest now and be at peace
Cathy (Hoff) Scheller
October 6, 2014
Will and family, there are no words to let you know how sorry I am for your loss. Tamara was a beautiful soul, inside and out. I will keep you in my prayers.
Terry Kehoe-Barrick
October 6, 2014
My sisters and I were saddened that Tamara had lost her fight. She was a friendly face at the Lorien Taneytown receptionist desk. She was a lovely woman.
Betty Armacost
October 6, 2014
She was the welcoming face of Lorien. Always a smile and a dear friend. That she is missed cannot be doubted.
Melissa Weller
October 6, 2014
So sorry for your loss Wilbur. She was a sweet lady & I miss seeing her when I visit at Lorien. She was a fighter! You are in my prayers.
vicki white
October 5, 2014
God bless your family.rest in peace as you watch over those little grandchildren
Jan Bonnette
October 4, 2014
Privileged to care for her. Contagious smile. So sorry for your loss
Bert and Pam Remmers
October 4, 2014
We are so sorry and saddened to hear of the loss of your Mom, Josh.
Marty Myers
October 4, 2014
I was a volunteer at Lorien and Tamara's smile was always a welcome greeting. She will be sorely missed.
jackie weaver
October 4, 2014
You were a strong women, god recieved another angel when he took you.
Samantha Howard
October 4, 2014
I will miss you every day. I love you so much mom.
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