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Tamla Smith "Tammy" Crain
Tamla Smith "Tammy" Crain
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Tammy was born on July 4, 1958 in Cleveland, OH to the late Margaret (Griffin) and Franklyn "Tooty" Smith.
She married Michael Crain who preceded her in death.
Tammy was raised in Carrier Mills, IL and worked as a caregiver for many years. She enjoyed socializing and was often the life of the party.
She is survived by her daughters: Cassey Smith of Harrisburg, IL and Cherice Parker of Marion, IL; son: Corey Williams of Harrisburg, IL; her brothers: Jeff (Lara) Smith and Terrence Smith both of Harrisburg, IL; four grandchildren: Pharaoh Newton of Indiana, Asha (Smith) Gibbs of Carbondale, IL, Jasmine Hodge of Harrisburg, IL and Caysha Williams; two great-granddaughters: Heiress and Empress, along with several nieces, nephews and cousins.
Tammy was preceded in death by her husband: Michael Crain, and parents: Margaret Griffin and Franklyn "Tooty" Smith.
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410 Oak St, Carrier Mills, IL 62917
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Marlena Ellis
May 13, 2024
Wow, got on FB today and something led me to the Felty funeral page and I was shocked to find Tammy.
The memories came...
We were friends in the early 80's when we lived in Carrie Mills. Tammy and Cassey lived behind us, Cassey was only about 3 and my daughter was 6.
Tammy was a joy and always ready for an adventure. The 80's were a turbulent time and we marched against racism in Tupalo, Madison, Chicago and other places.
I taught her to ride my motorcycle. She learned in one day. When she had a bad day she would come and ask me for the keys and she would ride off the bad feeling, free again. I would take my husband's bike and we would ride the Shawnee.
She was one of the strongest women I knew (and Margaret) for her life I know wasn't easy.
I am so sorry for your loss.
Marlena
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