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Tammy Ragland Black
1970 - 2013
Tammy Ragland Black
1970 - 2013
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BORN
1970
DIED
2013
Tammy Black Obituary
Born December 3, 1970 in Lynchburg, she was the daughter of Raymond Edward and Peggy Sessoms Ragland of Amherst. Prior to moving to Virginia Beach, Tammy was a former nursing assistant with Amherst County Public Schools.
In addition to her parents, Tammy is survived by her daughter, Lauren Black of Radford and her significant other, James Newton; a sister, Michelle Bryant and husband Thomas of Amherst and four nephews, Peyton and Holden Bryant and Jack and Robert Mies.
Funeral services for Tammy and memorial services for Dennie will be held together at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, December 28, 2013 at Clifford Baptist Church with the Rev. Kelvin Brown officiating. Following the services, Tammy will be interred at Amherst Cemetery.
The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m., Friday, December 27, 2013 at Whitten Monelison Chapel and other times at the residence of Michelle Bryant.
Those wishing to make memorial contributions are asked to consider the Amherst County Humane Society.
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Christie Wright-Miller
January 19, 2014
Ms. Lauren
We will pray for your peace...may GOD be with you always
Christie and Isaac SMLA
Doug ,Karen Roberts
January 15, 2014
Our Deepest Sympathy.
Eddie Sal
January 9, 2014
Just read about Tammy passing. She was a beautiful person and I will miss her glowing smile. So sorry for your loss.
Tina Dunivan & family
January 1, 2014
Michelle...so sorry for your loss...prayers for for you and your family.
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Brenda Currie
December 30, 2013
Peggy and Ray,
I just heard about Tammy's untimely passing. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. May the memories that you have of Tammy bring you comfort in the days ahead.
Jeanie and Woody Miller
December 30, 2013
Dear Tammy, Our hearts are so heavy at the news of your untimely passing. We both loved you dearly and you will be missed so much. God has a beautiful angel in his midst. We will be praying for Lauren and your family, and hoping that the hurt and pain that they are feeling will subside. We will never forget your wonderful smile and your genuine heart of gold. We Love You
Jean and Joe Brown
December 30, 2013
Peggy, I am so sorry for your loss. I only found out from Facebbok entries. I want to call you but I have no number. The fun time we had on that bus to Texas still stands out with you cheering those softball players on. Tammy was a very special person and achieved this from your love and guidance. Please accept my sincere wishes for you to be able to go on after this.
Perine and Mike Pierce
December 30, 2013
Tammy, you will be missed more than you ever thought possible! Mike and I will remember all the good times we had together and will cherish every single memory. It really is not the same here without you. We love you,
Teresa Bartholomew
December 29, 2013
Michelle,
I am so sorry for your loss. Tammy was always smiling and happy at CES and the kids all loved her. My prayers are with you and your family.
Lauren,
I am so sorry for your devastating loss, words cannot begin to express what you are going through. I worked with your mom at CES off and on as a substitute and you graduated with my daughter Hope Irons. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
December 29, 2013
Tammy I will never forget you.
It is still hard for me to believe you are not here. We had wonderful memories and had great times together working and hanging out. We would have a lot of fun and laughs. Lauren you were her life and she loved you so much. My thoughts and prayers are with your family. You will be missed. You never met a stranger and had a beautiful personality and smile. Until we meet again in heaven I was blessed to share a friendship. Lauren I'm here for you.
Terri Cash
Elizabeth Marcais
December 28, 2013
I knew Tammy when she was a nurse at Central Elementary. She was a very caring person who really worked hard for our students. I'm so sorry for your lost. She will be missed greatly. We are praying for your family.
Teresa Wright
December 28, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with the family. Tammy was a great person and she gave her all as the CES school nurse. My Brad loved her and faked sick very often just to be in her office with her. She showed such compassion for those kids and especially my son. I will always remember her smile. I feel blessed to have known her.
Teresa Purvis Wright
Ken and Nancy Watts
December 28, 2013
Ray, Peggy, Michelle and Lauren,
We were so sorry to learn of your loss. We came to know Tammy best through her employment with Dr. Leonard, years ago. Tammy was a wonderful person, and a delight to know.
We stopped by last week to express our sorry but you had steeped out. We are sorry we missed you.
Please take comfort in the fact that Tammy is in the Lord's arms, and know that you have many, many people sharing your grief.
Chuck and Cindy
December 28, 2013
Tammy was my beautiful, FABULOUS BFF! We are devastated without her. I look around and see so many reminders of our friendship. We are blessed to have wonderful memories that fill our hearts . She was the sweetest, kindness, most thoughtful person that we've ever encountered. Lauren, please know that she was so proud of you and loved you deeply. You were her life. We are trying to find comfort in the fact that God has a FABULOUS angel that will watch over and protect us all. Chuck and I are always here for you.
Kathi Pendleton-Mays
December 28, 2013
I will never forget when Tammy was my neighbor and our shopping trips and the fun Blake and Lauren had playing together. You will be missed by a lot of people and my thoughts and prayers to Lauren and the families, May your memories keep you going and know they are with the angels in heaven now watching over you. God bless!!!
Missy L'Hoste
December 28, 2013
Tammy...I can not even begin to express how broken hearted I am knowing I will never hear your sweet voice, get one of your special texts with all the cute emoticons, no more lunch dates, no more hugs, and the list just goes on. You were my very special friend and I do not think I ever met anyone like you. How sweet and dear your precious heart was. Always thinking of someone else, and how you could help someone else. Your entire life was your daughter, she was you star. Lauren...please always know just how much your mother loved you. Her eyes lit up just talking about you. I also want you to know just how special we all thought your mother was. I will always be there for you young lady. My heart goes out to you and your family, and I hope that you can find peace in each others love.
Good bye my friend...You will be greatly missed. I love you!
S W
December 27, 2013
My condolences to the Black family. It is never easy to lose a loved one in death. Soon He will wipe out every tear from their eyes and death will no longer exist.
Ella Sue Coffey
December 27, 2013
Ray, Peggy, Michelle, Lauren & family, We are so sorry for the tragic loss of Tammy. Know that we are thinking of you. May God hold you close during this difficult time & give you peace. Ella Sue Coffey, Earl Cash, Earl Miley and Dremia Cash, Jessica Cash, Rick Cash, Linda Cash and Brandon Hwong.
Rosie Taylor-Lewis
December 27, 2013
Peggy, Ray, Michelle and Lauren,
Words are just not enough now, and so the memories are what we have to hold onto. I so vividly remember Peggy's insistence on Tammy getting in the "new" Health Occupations Program at ACHS. And after spending just a few moments with Tammy, I wanted her in my class too. And from that point, Tammy worked her way to the top of the class, winning honors and competing nationally in Atlanta for HOSA. She was kind, gentle, soft spoken and with a great sense of humor she could make anyone feel better with her beautiful smile and dazzling blue eyes. I have always been so proud of her. My heart aches for each of you. My prayer is that God will wrap his loving arms around you, and give you peace.
Becky Wentworth
December 27, 2013
Tammy was a wonderful person. Even tho' I took over her position when she left ACPS, no one will ever be able to replace her! God bless her family!
Patricia Graham
December 27, 2013
I am so sorry for your loss. Sincerely. May God grant you peace and your angels stay close.
December 27, 2013
Michelle and family....we hold you all in our hearts and prayers during this time. May we soon be blessed with the wonderful memories and legacies that will be the strength to get us through these days ahead. love to you all!
Paula and Bobby Stinnette and family
Melanie Jay
December 27, 2013
Lauren,
We are so sorry to hear about the loss of your parents. My heart goes out to you and your family. Please know we are thinking about you and sending many prayers and hugs your way.
With love and sympathy
Melanie Higginbotham Jay and Ryan Jay
Debbie Higginbotham
December 27, 2013
Lauren and Family, we are sending you our love, prayers and deepest sympathy at this tragic loss. Our hearts are broken for you.
Gerald and Debbie Higginbotham
Madison Heights, Va
Roxanne Higgins
December 27, 2013
Michelle, Peggy and families, I am so sorry for your loss and I am praying that you will feel the love of God in the mist of your sorrow. I will be lifting you up in prayer now and in the coming weeks. Your mom and daughter was a very special lady and was loved by many.
LISA MOSS
December 27, 2013
Tammy and Dennie will be missed so much. Heartfelt sympathy to both families.
Pam Southall
December 27, 2013
My heart goes out to the family in this time of sorrow. May you find peace in knowing that others share in your grief. Sending prayers your way.
Angela Bain
December 27, 2013
You probably do not remember me, but I remember you from school. So sorry to hear about the loss of your sister. Time has slipped by so fast. I know you will have many precious memories. My thoughts and prayers are with all of your family. God keep you and comfort you always.
Toni Smith
December 27, 2013
Michelle and family, I am so sorry for the loss of such a special person in your lives. You will all be in my thoughts and prayers.
December 27, 2013
Our hearts are broken for all of you. Tammy had such a beautiful spirit and she will be greatly missed. We have such sweet memories of our times together when the girls were growing up. We are praying God will give you comfort during this time of great sorrow. We love you and will continue to pray for you in the days ahead.
The Viars (Roger, Beth, Angel, Crysti, Carl and Jason)
Melanie Bright
December 27, 2013
My thoughts and deepest sympathy are with your family. May the Lord wrap you in his arms for all eternity. My prayers are with your family. May God Bless you all!
Melanie Martin Bright~ Snow Hill, NC
Sheila & Chrissy
December 27, 2013
Our dear friend, our hearts are broken like many others. But, we all should find comfort in God has another BEAUTIFUL ANGEL!
Our memories will be of good times and will be treasured a lifetime!
The Girls!
Tammy Jarvis
December 26, 2013
My thought and prayers are with you. Tammy was a very special person and she touched a lot of people's lives. May she forever rest in the arms of God and my He bring peace to the ones left behind.
Laura Price
December 26, 2013
Tammy's loss has most certainly been felt throughout the CES community. Her bright smile has been missed ever since she moved to Virginia Beach and now heaven has gained a very special person. May god give your family strength and comfort.
marlene ogle
December 26, 2013
I'm so sorry for your loss, Peggy. May the Lord wrap you in his arms.
Michelle & Collin Cash
December 26, 2013
Thoughts and our deepest sympathy to all. You are in our prayers.
Pam Hudson
December 26, 2013
Each time I think of you I see you walking in the yard on Beechwood. I remember you pulling into my driveway after a shopping trip to TJ Maxx and showing me your treasures of the day! You were such a blessing to so many people, young and old. You touched so many lives and will live forever in our hearts. I look forward to seeing you in heaven one day!
Holly Johnson
December 26, 2013
So sorry for your loss. May God be with your family and friends.
Rene James
December 26, 2013
While working with Tammy at Central Elementary, I always respected her attention to detail and the seriousness with with she managed her responsibilities. She was patient with the children and offered them so much more than just her health assistant skills. She had a beautiful smile, spoke of Lauren and her family often and was a bright spot in our office space. With sympathy and confidence in God's relevant role as the Ultimate Comforter, we will continue to hold both families close in thoughts and prayers.
Michael Blais
December 26, 2013
Tammy ..we miss YOU...more with each passing DAY
you are amazing...we will miss your SWEET smile, your kind and gentle way with friends or strangers and your ability to bring out the BEST in others
rest your sweet eyes and worry no more..God has called his angel home
UNFORTUNATELY... we are much less...without YOU!!!
Lauren, be strong and lean on GOD...he will be your guiding light in your hour of need....you are in our thoughts and prayers
Lisa Bomar
December 26, 2013
Heartfelt sympathy for Tammy's family. She always had a smile on her face and will be missed.
Romelda Falls
December 26, 2013
Peggy I do not have words for such a loss I pray that God will wrap his loving arms around you and your family and give you some peace and comfort. You have my deepest sympathy..
Fran Sprinkle
December 26, 2013
Tammy was such a caring person. My son would make up illneses, just to visit her in the clinic at CES. Love & Prayers
Elizabeth Myers
December 26, 2013
Tammy was married to my cousin Dennie. She was always a joy to be around. She was a wonderful mother and wife, and a big part of our family. There are so many confused and deeply saddened by this tragedy, and the loss of both Tammy and Dennie. My prayers go out to her family. Tammy will be greatly missed.
Stephanie & Brian Jennings
December 26, 2013
So sorry for your loss.
Joanne Robinson
December 26, 2013
I'll miss your smile and our friendship . You will be missed by so many!
With my deepest sympathy
Rick and Deanna Guedj
December 26, 2013
So very sorry to hear of this...Our prayers are with you all at this very difficult time. God Bless.
Lori Young
December 26, 2013
I had the honor of working with Tammy and am so thankful for the Friendship we formed. She will be missed.
Vicki Owen
December 26, 2013
To Lauren and family and friends of Tammy & Dennie: With deepest sympathy I lift up heart felt prayers to God for Him to love and comfort us through this tragic time! May His peace that surpasses all understanding be over you!
?"your nurse", Vicki Owen
Ginger & Kenny Snelling
December 26, 2013
The entire Chesapeake House Community is grieving over the loss of Tammi who was such a good and kind friend to us all.
Donna Davila
December 26, 2013
Tammy and I went to school together as well as worked at CES together. We didn't always see eye to eye but we were friends and school mates. Praying for you Lauren and The Ragland/Black families.
Brenda Payne
December 26, 2013
I remember my daughter, Kristy , and Tammy attending school together and playing softball. I am so sorry for the loss of Tammy and Dennie. May God welcome them into his arms. My heartfelt prayers go out to both families and their daughter.
Robin Witt
December 26, 2013
My deepest sympathies.
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