Tammie Jo Steele

Tammie Pattison Padilla Steele, passed away on April 18, 2025, at her home at the age of 63 in Independence, KS. She was born on November 23, 1961, in Vinita, OK. 

She dedicated her life to her children and helping others. She enjoyed spending time with her family while drinking Pepsi and chewing on ice. She loved fishing and setting out by the lake watching the sunset. She had the biggest heart and was full of love and was a very caring and loving person. One of her favorite experiences in life was going on a cruise to the Carribean with her daughters. 

Preceded by her father Jimmie Jo Pattison, mother Edna Louise Pattison, and sister Bonnie Jane Pattison. 

Those left to cherish Tammie's memory, son Carl Padilla Jr., daughter Crystal Padilla and daughter-in-law Sadi Padilla, son Timothy Padilla, son Jimmy Steele and daughter-in-law Amy Steele. Sister Ruth Jones, sister Judy Smith and brother-in-law Lewis Smith. Grandchildren Carlie Padilla, great grandson Jak Littlefield, grandson Bryson Steele, granddaughter Adalynn Steele, and one niece and several nephews. 

Tammie lived life enjoying the simple things and having a deep love for her family and friends. 

Visitation will be at Potts on April 24, 2025, from 4 to 8pm, Graveside services will be at Spring Hill Cemetery on April 25, 2025, at 2pm.