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Tara Shaw Obituary
Tara was born March 6, 2003 to the late Tammy Shaw. She was raised in Grovetown, GA and graduated with honors from Evans High School in May of 2021. One month later, she went on to join the US Navy. After three years of dedicated service, she was honorably discharged in 2024.
She leaves behind her siblings, Amanda Gross, Amber Gross, Tiffany Kitchens, Destiny Kitchens and Brannon Kitchens; her nieces, Carmine Gross, Abigayle Vasquez, Anastasia Winston and Shya Winston; her nephew, Nicholas Gross; her uncle, Randy Shaw; her aunt, Angela Kelley; her maternal grandmother, Janie Hitchcock; and her paternal grandparents, Cornelia and Robert Kitchens.
Tara was a pocketful of sunshine. Every ounce of her being radiated love. Love for people, love for animals, love for nature, love for music, love for experiencing life. A vibrant, free-spirited and courageous young woman, with a talent for art and a passion for exploring other cultures, she loved to travel and try new cuisines. She was also a Christian.
Despite the many adversities she faced in her short life, she always strived forward with determination and grace. May her strength carry us through this sorrowful time. She will be greatly missed.
Tara's life will be celebrated on May 29, 2025 at Blythe Methodist Church, 307 Church Street Blythe GA 30805. The family will receive friends at 6:00 PM until time of memorial services at 6:30 PM.
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Amber Gross
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Hey sister. Missing you hasn´t gotten any easier but I also know I can´t take life for granted so my biggest focus since we lost you has been making sure the girls have a good summer. We went to Dollywood in June and now we are at Myrtle Beach. It always used to melt my heart when you would tell me I´m a good mom and reflecting on that helps motivate me to keep doing my best for them through this heartbreak. I pray that I made you feel just as cared for as my own children, because I love you as such. I still can´t believe you´re gone, a piece of me is missing. I miss hyping each other up and sending each other funny YouTube videos. I miss slurping my soup obnoxiously loud just to annoy you. I miss your laugh. I even miss you laughing at me when I was fuming about something ridiculous. I just miss you girl. You taught me so many things. I still get the urge to call you. Mom too. I was just texting Abby, Peter and Amanda about the time we went to Hilton Head for your graduation trip. You found out you could not be sunburnt at basic training the very next week so we were using floppy hats and sunscreen like crazy. We pulled it off though! I´m out on the balcony of our condo, enjoying this beautiful weather and crying as I type this, but I guess it´s time to pull myself together and take these girls to the beach. I love you so much.
Amber Gross
July 1, 2025
I miss you every single day. Your absence from this world is truly unbearable. I love you.
Amber Gross
June 21, 2025
Hey sister. We had the pool party at work today. I´m trying really hard to let myself enjoy things but missing you is hard. I love you so much. Hug mom for me.
Amber Gross
June 15, 2025
How do I accept that I´ll never get to hold your babies? Missing you like crazy sister. I love you with all my heart.
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Amanda Gross
June 14, 2025
Sergey Montross
June 11, 2025
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June 11, 2025
Nick
June 5, 2025
Tara Michelle Shaw she is the best aunt I've ever had and I miss her so much and I wish she could be alive but she is in a better place now and she is with my nana Tammy Shaw is my nana and I wish I can speak to both of them one more time Tara was the best aunt my nana Tammy Shaw was the best Nana ever. Tara died on may 18th in Jacksonville Florida my nana Tammy Shaw died in the night of the 14th of October 2023
Amanda Gross
June 4, 2025
I miss you so much baby sister. You have no idea how special and loved you are.
Amber Gross
June 2, 2025
I´d give anything for you to lay your head on my shoulder again. I miss you and I love you, sweet angel.
Roxanna Alvarado
May 29, 2025
Oh my liddo Tara byte. It has been a privilege to have meet you, even if only for a brief moment. I wish you safe travels and hope that your soul finds the peace and comfort it seeks in the embrace of our heavenly Father.
Hailey Gross
May 28, 2025
Bonnie
May 28, 2025
Bonnie
May 28, 2025
Bonnie
May 28, 2025
Tiffany Kitchens
May 27, 2025
Gabby
May 25, 2025
Gabby
May 25, 2025
Tara's Grandma Janie and I took Tara to eat sushi. That girl loved that stuff...yuck!! Her Grandma misses Tara very much. She said I'm going to miss her calls, she always said HEYYYY GRANDMAAAA. Taken too soon but Tara did have a chance to go and do a lot of things and see a lot of places as a Marine. Tara, you will forever be missed by your entire family!
Rey
May 24, 2025
We almost forgot to take a photo together when Tara visited New York. Her flight was delayed till the next day so we got extra time to hang out and take a photo together. I will always be grateful for our friendship. I miss you. I love you. Always
Gabby
May 24, 2025
Jaliyah Hull
May 24, 2025
Abby Rodgers
May 24, 2025
Anastasia Winston
May 24, 2025
We miss you, Auntie Tara. Spend lots of time with Nana, okay! I love you.
Peter
May 23, 2025
I met Tara when we were still the navy and spent an enormous amount of time together. Always a bundle a joy and never a dull moment. Tara has given me some of the most joyful years of my life and the best memories. She´s a one in million type of person always looking out for the well being of other people. Never letting a bad moment affect her day. I love you Tara, rest in peace my love -your sugar bear
Tiffany Kitchens
May 22, 2025
I love you Tara, you were such an independent incredible woman. Fly high sister. ~Your little sister Tiffany
Arnold G
May 22, 2025
Didn´t know Tara for too long but I will never forget her laugh and that desire to enjoy her live no matter what. I will always bring you in my heart.
Debby Alcantara
May 22, 2025
Amber Gross
May 22, 2025
Baby sister, no words are good enough to express my love for you or the sorrow I feel without you here. I will miss you every single day.
carmine gross
May 22, 2025
Michael Tayor Horsford
May 22, 2025
My sweet beautiful cousin I'm so sorry to learn that your no longer with us . I won't pretend to know what happens to us next I only can say I hope you and your mom are together having as much fun is allowed there . I can't wait til we are all together again hug everyone for me please ... Love you
Dawn Robertson
May 22, 2025
I lived next door to Tammy and knew Tara her whole life and although she had her moments as we all do she was always a joy to be around. Tara was wise beyond her years and she will forever be missed. Fly high pretty angel.
Tracy Chambers
May 22, 2025
Tara´s free spirit and infectious laugh will be deeply missed. May she be honored by sharing memories for years to come.
Juanita R Cochran
May 22, 2025
Amber you have my deepest sympathy. I am praying for you and the family! May the LORD provide you all with peace and comfort during this difficult time! I love you and am here for you!!
Abigayle Vasquez
May 22, 2025
Peter
May 22, 2025
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