Tamara L. "Tammy" Hedgcoth

Tamara L. "Tammy" Hedgcoth obituary, Cahokia, IL

Tamara L. "Tammy" Hedgcoth

Tamara Hedgcoth Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Braun Family Funeral Home - Columbia on Feb. 6, 2024.

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Tamara "Tammy" L. Hedgcoth, 51, of Cahokia, Illinois, born August 17, 1972 in St. Louis, Missouri, passed away on Monday, February 5, 2024, at her residence.
Tammy was formerly employed by Walmart in Cahokia, IL. She enjoyed being "Gigi" and spending time with her grandchildren.
Surviving are her children, Brittany (Matthew Nance) McAllister of Dupo, IL and Matthew Panchot of Cahokia, IL; her parents, Steven and Brenda, nee Croy, Hedgcoth of Cahokia, IL; a brother, Steve Hedgcoth of Cahokia, IL; two grandchildren, Marissa and Noah; and many "adopted" grandchildren and great grandchildren. She was also a dear niece, cousin, and friend.
In following Tammy's wishes a private cremation will be held. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at a later date.
Braun Family Funeral Home, Columbia, Illinois was entrusted with the care of Tamara.
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