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Tara Lodek Obituary
Tara Nancy Beirnes Lodek
Our beloved wife, daughter, sister and friend died on February 10, 2011. Tara was born December 10, 1969 in Detroit, MI and moved to Spring, TX with her parents in 1981. After Chuck and Tara met, she moved to San Antonio. They were married October 23, 2010. Tara had an exciting career as a helicopter pilot, private and commercial, for 15 years and was a member of Whirly-Girls, International Women Helicopter Pilots. She is survived by her husband, Chuck, parents, Glenn and Carla Beirnes, brother Steven and wife Susan; Charles and Jelane Lodek, Christopher Lodek and Ceci Maldonado, and many friends. A private family memorial was held at their home on Saturday with the family pastor and friend, Jonathan Wickham. Memorials may be made in Tara's name to St. Mark's Episcopal Church, San Antonio; The Colorectal Cancer Coalition; Haven for Hope; or the ASPCA.
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Gail Layman
February 9, 2021
She was beautiful, fun, loved, and will be missed forever.
Love and Prayers.
Gail Layman
Tara, Traci & December
Gail Layman
February 18, 2011
I wish with all my heart there was something I could say to ease the pain of Steven, Carla & Glenn. But I know there isn't. Tara was like a daughter to me. Even tho I haven't seen her in many years, she & her family have always been a part of my heart. Part of my chosen family. I will always remember the weekends she spent with me at the beach in Galveston. We always had such fun! I am so saddened at the loss of her. May Tara rest in peace, and may the family, and all of us who loved her find peace also. God only chooses the best. And I know she is watching over us with December in her lap.
Amber Dunn
February 16, 2011
When Tara smiled or laughed she had a way of doing it with her whole body. She was beautiful and funny and I thought she was sooo cool! I was always so proud of my cousin the helicopter pilot. I will miss her and remember her always.
Steve Beirnes
February 15, 2011
I will always love and look up to you Tara. I miss you very much. But I know you have moved on to a more peaceful and beautiful place.
Love,
Your little brother.
Nancy Winogrodzki
February 15, 2011
I watched Tara grow up and loved her so very much. We know she is with God now and Grandma and Grandpa. May God comfort you and hold you close at this time of loss. Love, Aunt Nancy
Pam Davis
February 15, 2011
I had the honor of working with and knowing Tara. I was sad when she moved away but always kept in touch through a friend. May GOD watch over your family during this difficult time.
Mary Barber
February 15, 2011
I loved Tara very much, she was a great friend. May she find peace in heaven. I am very sorry for your loss. May God comfort your family in this difficult time.
deano stevens
February 14, 2011
I am so sorry for your loss.praying for you and your family.
February 14, 2011
We were proud to be called Aunt and Uncle by Tara. She will always remain in our hearts and in our thoughts. We will miss her deeply.
Love, Aunt Marie & Uncle Steve
Glenn & Carla Beirnes
February 13, 2011
To Gods hands we give,
Love Mom & Dad
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