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Tammy Wanamaker Obituary

Tammy L. (Yanders) Wanamaker, 53, of Coplay, died Tuesday, June 20, 2017 at Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest. Born in Allentown, September 10, 1963, Tammy was the daughter of Joyce P. (Oswald) Lawrence and her husband, George A. Lawrence and the late Christian F. Yanders, Jr. She was formerly employed as a cosmetologist in the Lehigh Valley. Survivors: In addition to her mother and step father; daughter, Kenleigh T. Wanamaker of Coplay; sister, Tina Marie Budnik of Coplay; brother, Timothy C. Yanders of Schnecksville; niece, Kyrie A. Budnik-Pratt of Silver Spring, MD; nephews, Cody J. Budnik of Northampton, Austin C. Yanders of Schnecksville; beloved pets, Selina and Precious. Services: Funeral services will be held 2:00 pm. Saturday, June 24, 2017 at Union United Church of Christ, 5550 PA Route 873, Neffs, with the Rev. Dr. Patience D. Stevenson officiating. Family and friends may pay their respects from 12:30 - 2:00 pm. Saturday in the church narthex. Interment will follow the service at Union Church Cemetery, Neffs. The Heintzelman Funeral Home, Inc., in Schnecksville is in charge of arrangements. Online expressions of sympathy may be recorded at www.heintzelmancares.com. Contributions: In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the John and Dorothy Morgan Cancer Center and/or Peaceable Kingdom both in care of the funeral home, P.O. Box # 196, Schnecksville, PA 18078-0196.

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Published by Morning Call on Jun. 22, 2017.

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Elaine, Skip, and Zach Reichenbach

June 25, 2017

Tammy, we want you to know that we love you with all our heart. Gram and Pap loved you too and we're sure that you're safe with them now. It was tough to see you go but you fought for so long in your fight against your illness. Our family will forever miss and you forever love you. Always in our hearts, Aunt Elaine, Uncle Skip, and Zach.

Darrell Papsun

June 23, 2017

Rip Tammy. Never forget you. Lost touch for a while but always loved you

Darrell Papsun

June 23, 2017

Rip Tammy. Never forget you. Lost touch for a while but always loved you

Andrea Giannelli

June 23, 2017

RIP Tammy.I'm so sad that you are gone but you will always be in are hearts.I will always remember the good times we had working at Gentle Care.Love Always,Andrea Giannelli

Dianna Evert

June 23, 2017

I am so sorry to hear of the loss of Tammy. Hold on to your memories Kenleigh and Kenny love you both. May you have peace now, Knowing she is at peace and watching over you. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Aunt Dee, uncle Denny and Family

June 23, 2017

RIP Tammy

Teena Hunsicker-Bloss

June 23, 2017

Tammy and I had many many good times together many many years ago. My thoughts and Prayers are with the family.

Lauren Marsteller

June 23, 2017

My Mom, sisters and I will deeply miss Tammy. She was family, my cousin, my moms best friend and instigator lol, always creating or engaging in something funny, usually in public! They made waiting in line at Walgreens their own stage and made people laugh!! Tam was full of laughter and sarcasm( in the best way possible). Oh, lets not forget, her wit, sass and unbelievable strength from an epidemic that is taking away our loved ones too soon. Her voice and big beautiful smile will echo with us every day and we will keep her close to our hearts and memories always.


Tam, you took a piece of all of us with you sweetheart
Rest Easy Wezzy.
Truly loved and adored, we'll miss you dearlyWe'll be seeing you...

Tonya Mack

June 23, 2017

Tammy was an amazing, strong woman who touched the hearts of many. Tammy was so good to me and my family. From day one, she openly embraced me as if I was her own daughter. My Dad couldn't have picked a better woman.
I will miss our long phone conversations and her laughter. My heart aches, but I know her spirit will always watch over everyone she loved from heaven. It was a privilege to know and love Tammy. She will forever be in my heart.

Ashley Geiger

June 23, 2017

Tammy words can not express how many memories we had together I remember being a young girl at your wedding and having my hair done by you, laughing with you at crazy family get togethers. I love you Wez

James Yeager

June 22, 2017

Tammy I opened the paper and learned of your passing. My heart sunk, I'm sorry to read about the pain you endured. Its been years since our paths crossed but you were so proud to tell me about your daughter. My deepest sympathies and condolences go to your entire family. God must of been in need of a special angel to call you home so soon. Rest in Peace Tammy.

Marie Dean (Nova Auxiiary)

June 22, 2017

To the entire Family of Tammy, My deepest sympathy to all of you. Although I did not know Tammy, I know some of her friends and heard that she was an amazing person. I hope that your fond memories and my prayers will help you at this difficult time.

Patty Bechtold

June 22, 2017

Whoever knew that the 1st day you became my coworker at Gentle Care Daycare that we would become best friends for 25 yrs plus. Not only my best friend but a second mother to my girls and g.mother to my g.children(who all loved you dearly).
We shared alot of memories, laughter and tears.
You raised a beautiful young lady of your own. I am happy to have been able to be at your bedside watching her graduation with you.
Your battle is over now and your at peace.
Thoughts and prayers to your family.
Luv you girl

Kaylee Mann

June 22, 2017

Tammy you have been in my life for the past 15 + years, your such an amazing woman! You've accepted me as if I were your own daughter. ❤ You'll be so happy to see how Kenleigh and I have bonded over the last couple of days, I know your smiling up in heaven! You are a beautiful angel this is watching over all of us. My dad misses you so much, every moment I look over at him he's glazing off thinking about you. My thoughts and prayers are with your entire family. I love you so much! ❤❤

Karen Paul

June 22, 2017

Bruce, Kenleigh, and Families,

I am so sorry to hear of the loss of Tammy. What an amazing women! Her Love, Courage, Strength and Humor that she exuded while she had so much pain. Everyone who knew her loved her. Such beautiful memories to hold onto.Take solice in knowing she is at peace now and watching over you. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

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12:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Union United Church of Christ,

5550 PA Route 873, Neffs, PA

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24

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Union United Church of Christ,

5550 PA Route 873, Neffs, PA

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24

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Union Church Cemetery

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