Tammy McGary

Tammy McGary obituary, Hermitage, PA

Tammy McGary

Tammy McGary Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by John Flynn Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc. on Jan. 8, 2026.
Tammy L McGary, 57, of Clearfield, PA, formerly of Greenville, PA, passed away unexpectedly on January 2, 2026.
She was born in Greenville, PA, on December 18, 1968, to Thomas Arnold McGary and Rose Marie (Rowley) Rowley-McGary.
Tammy attended schools at Greenville and Glendale Jr. Sr. High. Tammy spent her younger years raising her children as a devoted homemaker, a role she filled with patience and devotion. In her later years she was a caregiver and enjoyed it very much.
Tammy found joy in life's simple pleasures-getting lost in a good book, listening to her favorite music, and, most of all, spoiling her cherished grandchildren. The kitchen was one of her happy places, where her talent for cooking and baking brought comfort and smiles to those she loved. Known for her sweet tooth, Tammy was rarely without a bag of candy or chocolate close by, a treat her grandchildren quickly learned to expect and eagerly enjoyed. Tammy shared a special bond with her granddog, Chip, who held a place of love in her heart. He will miss her dearly.
Tammy faced many hardships throughout her life and often struggled to find her place, yet through it all, her capacity to love never wavered. She had a heart of gold and a gift for making life more colorful. Tammy was easygoing, which is why everyone loved her. She rarely ever got mad, and if she did, it never lasted long. Her contagious laugh, quick wit, playful sarcasm, and wonderfully uncensored honesty made every moment with her memorable. Tammy kept everyone laughing, guessing, and feeling loved-and that joyful spirit will live on in all who knew her.
Tammy is survived by: Sons, Thomas McGary of Kalispell, MT and Cody Kerins; Daughters, Jessica Burnett and Mackinsey (Charles) Corder both of Greenville; Three Sisters,Vickie McGary-Blake of Clearfield, PA, Mindy McGary and Charlaine McGary; Brother, Thomas McGary; Grandchildren, Jaxon, Josie, Paisley, Dawson, Alice and Aurora. Also surviving are many nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family members, and dear friends.
In addition to her parents, Tammy was preceded in death by her father-in-law, Richard Burnett, who welcomed her into heaven with open arms. Mother-in-law, Nancy Burnett. Former husbands, Keith Burnett and Jeffrey Kerins.
A celebration of life will take place on Saturday, January 10th at 2:00 pm at the Best Western Plus located at 14424 Clearfield Shawville Highway, Clearfield, Pennsylvania 16830.
Messages of sympathy, stories and photos can be shared on Tammy's memorial page, at: www.flynnfuneralhome.com.
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