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TARA ALAMILLA Obituary

Tara Michelle Feldman Alamilla, age 34, of Westmont; loving mother of Travis, Leo and Maya Alamilla; beloved daughter of Joyci and Alan Feldman; dear sister of Dustin (Reenie); Dr. Kori (Patrick Spizzo) and Michael Feldman; granddaughter of Ruth (Seymour) Wilk; niece of Marcia (Steven) Rayman, Jill Cerniello, Joan Atkinson and Michael Cerniello. Tara was Brookfield Zoo's school program coordinator, showing teachers of K-12 classes how to employ science in their classrooms. She helped to implement the program Levels of Engagement with the Chicago Zoological Society, which won the 2009 Association of Zoos and Aquariums Education Award. Visitation Friday, 3 to 8 p.m., at Knollcrest Funeral Home, 1500 S. Meyers Rd. (3 blks S of Roosevelt) Lombard. Friends and family will gather for the funeral Mass on Saturday, at 9:30 a.m., at Ascension of Our Lord Church, 1S314 Summit Ave., Oakbrook Terrace. Interment Bronswood Cemetery. The family has requested that those who wish may send memorials to Tara's Memorial Fund, c/o Stuart Strahl, Director's Office, Chicago Zoological Society, 3300 Golf Rd, Brookfield IL 60513, are appreciated.

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Apr. 15, 2010.

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Tara playing a practical joke

Christy Hastings

November 10, 2013

Christmas Eve (2001?)

Christy Hastings

November 10, 2013

Tara's beloved "piggies" at feeding time

Christy Hastings

November 10, 2013

Penny Stoever

October 23, 2012

I recently found out about this. I am so sorry Alan and Joyci. There are no words that can possible help, but I wanted you to know that I was and am very saddened to hear of this tragedy. Please accept my condolences. God bless you and Tara's children. With Love, Penny

Robert Register

October 28, 2011

Joyci and Alan, it's Robert. Tara's penpal from Germany. I can't believe that happened. kind of late getting the news though. I was looking up Tara to see how she was doing. Rob 706-593-8670

gregory szczepkowski

September 5, 2011

Joyci and Alan,
I don't know if you remember me I'm your old hairdresser Gregory. I was looking for you guys on Facebook and came across the announcement about Tara. I can't even believe it. I was the first one to ever cut her hair. She was always so gentle and kind. I am truly sorry for you loss.
GOD BLESS Gregory

April 10, 2011

We just saw the announcement today (April 10, 2011). Our prayers are with the Feldman family.
Tara was one of my students and athletes at DGN - she was a wonderful individual who had a sharing and caring personality. I can only imagine how much the family will miss her.
Tim and Monica Lang

Greg and Honorata Davis

March 3, 2011

We just learned of this tragedy today. Our heart and prayers are with you. We were privileged to be a part of Tara and your family's life. God bless you.

Shanna Morgan

December 21, 2010

I met Tara only a few times but I was immediately struck by her huge heart and ongoing smile. I am extremely saddened and my heart goes out to the Feldman family. Tara's children will go up to be everything she dreamed they would and they will undoubtably carry on her wonderful heart, personality, joyfulness, and intelligence.

Katy Ott

July 6, 2010

I just learned of Tara's death today and I am so extremely shocked and saddened. My Heart, Thoughts and Prayers go out to the Feldman Family and especially to Tara's beautiful children. I am so very sorry for your loss.

Laura Smith

June 8, 2010

Tara was an incredibly caring and wonderful science teacher here at Beacon High School and she inspired students with her knowledge, love for the environment, and sense of fun. She also enjoyed parenting and deeply loved her children. I was heartbroken to hear news of her loss, and wish for strength and comfort for her family as they take care of Tara's children. With their support and love, may the children overcome this terrible loss, keep growing, find happiness, and achieve their dreams; as their very loving mother would have wanted for them.

liz castillo

June 2, 2010

all our love and blessings on the whole family. we were blessed to know Tara and her joyous and generous spirit. i am praying praying praying for you all.

June 1, 2010

Tara was an incredibly kind soul and a gifted teacher. How deeply sad I feel for her family and for her children.
Adam Glick, (Boston, MA)

Sarah Malmgren

April 26, 2010

Hello,
This is Sarah Malmgren, I was your governess for your children 20 years ago. Please accept my condolence and I am very saddened and surprised with the news. God bless your family.

Sincerely Sarah Malmgren

April 26, 2010

Dear Joyci and Alan:
My wife Mary Lou and I send our deepest sympathies on the tragic loss of your daughter Tara. No words can ease your pain. Only to know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your grandchildren.
Warmest Regards, Nick Brown

Lauren

April 26, 2010

My grandmother used to nanny for the Feldman family children (when they were, that is) and I only met them a handful of times, attended high school with Dustin and Kori. I am so very saddened to hear of this. I do feel secure in knowing the children will be in good care and knowing that Tara will be accessible in ways she couldnt ever be in earthly form.
My deepest sympathies go to all involved.

April 26, 2010

Our sincerest sympathy and condolences. Pam O'Brien

Laura Wilson

April 23, 2010

Tara made a huge impact on my life as she helped me understand and get to know Jesus. She was a great friend. my love goes out to her family and children.

A Friend

April 19, 2010

The stars will shine brighter with a new angel in heaven. You are will be missed so much by so many.

April 19, 2010

Dear Kori,

The bond of sisters is so unique. It is impossible to truly feel your pain.
I feel secure your sister was as great a mother and educator as you are a physician. Her children have, in you, a loving and courageous aunt.
Please know that we are here for you, to support you through this time. Please call us any time we can be of any assistance what-so-ever. It may help dampen the pain, to try focusing on all the great times you enjoyed together, through the years, and all the wonderful times you and your family are planning, for your nieces and nephews.

With Heavy Hearts,
Janice, Allan, Eric and Daniel.

April 19, 2010

Tara,
I love you and miss you with all the pieces of my heart.
Jeff Allen

John Skach

April 17, 2010

My deepest sympathy to Tara's family. Tara was a great person and I will always have fond memories of her.

Allen & Nancy Pisarek

April 17, 2010

We were so saddened to hear of your loss. Please accept our deepest sympathy. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you. The angels will always surround her.......

Sophie Martel

April 17, 2010

I was deeply saddened to hear of your loss. My thoughts are with you.

Love,

Sophie Martel

Michael La Crosse

April 17, 2010

Tara touched everyone she ever met in a profound manner. I feel so privileged to have called her my friend since the age of 5.

She was an amazing person whose smile would light up a room and whose laugh was infectious. She will be sorely missed.

April 17, 2010

Joyci, Alan and family,
No words can express our condolences. Please know that we are here for you with whatever you may need at this tragic time. We wish we could wrap you all in a blanket of love and support. Your friends, Carlo & Lili

April 16, 2010

Alan,
I am really sorry for your loss. I have no words to express my condolonces. My thoughts and prayer are with you and the family.
Hitesh Patel

April 16, 2010

Our hearts and Prayers are with the Feldman family for the loss of Tara. May she rest in peace. God Bless, Nancy & Jeff Bassett

nancy pyter

April 16, 2010

joyci and alan, please accept my deepest sympathy and love and prayers for your loss of tara. she was a beautiful, sincere,and loving person. my heart goes out to you joyci, as a mother. you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. may your memories of tara help you to find peace and know that she will be remembered in all of our hearts. love, nancy pyter

Padilla Family

April 16, 2010

We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Rebecca and Paul Dion

April 16, 2010

We were privledged to know Tara since she was 7 and feel the deep remorse of loss that her absence will leave. She was an amazing child and an even more vibrant and accomplished adult. She excelled at teaching and motherhood, both her loves with motherhood her first and top priority. Our profound hope is that her beautiful children will have memories of that glowing ever-present smile of hers and how proud she was of their accomplishments. A part of our life ended with Tara's and she will always be in our heart and prayers. Rebecca and Paul Dion, Surprise Az.

Connie Zurick

April 16, 2010

I cannot imagine the grief you are feeling at this time. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. My heartfelt sympathy.

Debbie

April 16, 2010

May you find peace in this time of sorrow. So sorry for your loss.

The Orr Family

April 16, 2010

So very sorry for your loss. Your are in my thoughts & prayers.

April 16, 2010

There are special people who leave beautiful footprints in this world and Tara is one of them.

Our prayers are with you and may those around you provide the strength you need.

Fondly,
Bill and Darlene Casey

Demacopoulos Family

April 16, 2010

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Please accept our deepest sympathies. All our love and support to you and your family.

Melanie Isberg

April 16, 2010

You will be missed by so many. It's amazing to see how many lives you have touched. I will miss you and keep in you in my heart forever. I pray that your children and family will be watched over and continue to feel your love.

Heidi Polcaster

April 16, 2010

Dear Tara -

I have no words. You were an amazing person. Full of life and love. You always looked to the positive. You have taught me a lot. I remember us being pregnant at the same time and all the talks we would have about kids. You were a good mama and your children were blessed to call you mom. Your earthly life may be over but you will live on with the Lord. To live is Christ and to die is gain.

Much love, Heidi (Gibson) Polcaster

April 16, 2010

Dear Kori and the Feldman family,
We are praying for God to strengthen and comfort you through this most tragic, difficult loss. We are so sad and wish to express our sympathies.
With love,
Erika (Spreeman) & Doug Baehr, and Scarlett

April 16, 2010

It is with great sadness that I send out my deepest condolences. Joyci and Alan, my prayers and thoughts are with you, I am here for your even though I live in the Bronx. With my sincere heavy heart. Your cousin, Kathy (Cousin Michael Ciron daughter).

Protexx

April 16, 2010

To Dustin and the Feldman family...
We are so sorry for your loss and wanted to extend our deepest sympathies from your team at Protexx
From Peter, Bill, Travis, Dave, Sean, Bruce and Matt

Meg Zentner

April 16, 2010

The world has lost an angel. My deepest sympathy for your loss.

Jennifer Wimmer

April 16, 2010

To Tara's family and friends - I went to high school with Tara and we had a class together. I always thought she was such a nice person and have been thinking about her and her family a lot this week. I hope it helps to know how many people remember fondly of her and are wishing strength and comfort to her family now.

April 15, 2010

In addition to being a wonderful person and friend, Tara was a gifted educator and talented artist. She was passionate about life and learning.

Tara, you will be missed; I'm still in shock that you're gone. I will never forget the good times we shared, and you will remain close to my heart forever.

I would also like to offer my condolences and deepest sympathy to Tara's family. You will be in my thoughts and prayers........ Shannon Fox

jeremy gustafson

April 15, 2010

Although it's difficult today to see beyond the sorrow,
May looking back in memory help comfort you tomorrow

April 15, 2010

Memories will keep those we love close to us forever...Our deepest sympathy to the Tara's family. May God give you strength... Viktorija, Rifas, Vytautas

Deb Kutska

April 15, 2010

Our friendship had only just begun and was cut way too short. So many things we were never able to do together...My heart and thoughts are with all the family. Travis, Leo and Maya, your mommy loved you more than you know. You are her world. She was and will always be so very proud of you.

April 15, 2010

Please accept our deepest sympathy and condolences.

-The Castillo Family

April 15, 2010

We extend our deepest sympathy and prayers to the Feldman family on your terrible loss. Jim & Lynne Bodony

Susan

April 15, 2010

Tara, I will so miss you coming in the office and our little chats we would have. You always brightened my day. My thoughts are with your family and especially your precious little babies.

Shannon & William Meleski

April 15, 2010

Our sincerest simpathy and condolences. No words can express how sorry we are for your loss.

April 15, 2010

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Mike Harvatt

April 15, 2010

So sorry for your loss, my thoughts are with you.

April 15, 2010

Tara-
I love you and will miss you very much...
-Dustin Feldman

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