Tammy Parette, 43, of Waco, passed away Sunday, October 16, 2011 at her residence. Memorial services will be 2PM Thursday, October 20th at Crossroads Fellowship Church, 1861 Church Rd. McGregor, TX 76657, with Rev. Steve Abbe officiating. No visitation is planned. Thoughts and memories may be shared in the online Guest Book at www.LakeShoreFuneralHome.com.
She was preceded in death by her sister, Alicia McMahen; and grandmothers, Marguerite Sherry and Ida Barnard.
Survivors include her children, Aaron J. Bankston and Amanda Leanne Bankston, both of Temple; parents, Michael Barnard and Peggy Conway, and Judy and Buddy Holton; sisters, Jamie Blackburn and husband Brandon, and Kimberly Renna Joywick and husband Christopher; brothers, Mike Barnard and wife Laurie, Charles Sirkel, James Otis Holton, IV and wife Renee, and John Martin Holton and wife Melanie, all of the Waco area; and numerous of nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations towards final expenses to: Xtraco Bank,
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Aaron, Our prayers are with you & your family during this difficult time. May peace be with you knowing that she is in a better place. Only time will help to ease your pain and sadness. Sincerely, your friends & co-workers at Air Control
I remember Tammy as being such a joyful spirit. She was such a delightful person that influenced many children in Central Texas. May God be with the family and friends of Tammy.
Love,
Maks Family
Aaron and Family, My thoughts and prayers are with each of you. Tammy was a special person with a kind heart. She will be missed by all those that knew her!
Aaron and Amanda my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Aaron & Amanda, so sorry to hear about your Mom. May God surround you both with His peace and comfort.
Ms. Carla
I hope you and Alicia will be ok together in Heaven. I know she would be happy to see you. I will keep Jamie Lifted in prayers and think of you often.
Tammy Jo you were a blessing to everyone you met and knew. You will be missed by many. I can say without a doubt God gained a spectacular angel the day you went to be with him.
I grew up with you Tammy and shared alot of wonderful times, My deepest sympothies go out to you and your family, I know wherever you are you are smiling from ear to ear. Love Darren.
My deepest sympathy to the family. Amanda, your mom was a wonderful woman. She loved and cared for you very much. Cherish the memories of the time you had with her. Take care and my thoughts and prayers are with you Amanda.
This is a shock to see, Amanda I am sorry to hear about your mom. Tammy Jo loved her kids and took care of my son Adam and he loved her.So sad to read this…You will truly be missed girl!!!!
Tammy Jo, you don’t have to suffer anymore my sweet friend. I will sooooooo miss you Tammy Jo, you are with your Lord and Savior Jesus Christ in heaven. Your life was cut so short on this earth but you are in the BEST place that you could ever imagine. I didn’t get a chance to say goodbye to you since we last spoke on the phone a couple of months ago but know that you will always be in my thoughts, my prayers and in my memories that we have together and you will never be forgotten. I LOVE YOU Tammy Jo!!!! Save a place for us all in heaven my sweet sweet friend. RIP Tammy Jo….XOXO
Amanda sweetie, your mom and I were very close friends. You may not remember this but you used to stay with us at our home to play with my daughter Faith. You were so good with her and she loved you so. We all loved your mommy and we will miss her terribly. I am so very sorry for your loss baby girl, but remember your mom will always be with you where ever you are and where ever you go. She loved you more than life itself. You were her world Amanda. God Bless you sweetie.
Mike I’m so sorry 4 ur loss of such a sweet sister. My heart goes out 2 you., Sending prayers 2 u and ur family 2 get thru this difficult time.
My thoughts and prayers are with the family. May God be with you in this time of need.
You will be greatly missed by all your family & friends.
Rest in peace with the angels.
Dear, sweet soul. Prayers for comfort to all of you. God bless.
Tammy Jo,
I have so many memories of the fun we had. Especially at Lake Belton and Vegas. You helped me get through such a difficult time in my life, God definately knew what he was doing when he made our paths cross at Noah’s Ark Daycare. I have not seen you recently, but have been keeping you in my prayers and think about you daily. I am so happy you are no longer in pain and have been reunited with Alicia, even though you will be terribly missed. Your wonderful Texas accent, loud voice, love for children, and beauty inside and out will always be remembered. My prayers are with your family in this tough, yet joyous time.
Aaron and Amanda
So sorry about Mom
Praying for you.. Remember she is always in your heart.
Love ya
Aunt Kim, Uncle Keith, Kory and Kelsey
R.I.P.Tammy Jo. You have fought a long and hard battle.my prayers are now with Jmaie and your family.
Judy and family I am so sorry for your lose. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Though I did not know her she was apparently a very good person. May you find peace and comfort soon.
AUNT TAMMY,
I LOVE YOU SO MUCH AND I WILL NEVER, EVER FORGET YOU! YOU WILL FOREVER BE IN MY HEART AND MY MEMORIES. TELL ALICIA AND NANA I SAID HEY AND I MISS THEM! CAN’T WAIT TO SEE YOU AGAIN ONE DAY SOON! I LOVE YOU SO MUCH. YOU ARE SUCH A GREAT AUNT TO ME. YOU LOVED ME, BABYSAT ME, TOOK ME SHOPPING, FED ME, AND MOST OF ALL, CARED ABOUT ME SO MUCH. YOU ARE A WONDERFUL WOMAN AND I KNOW YOU WILL BE REMEMBERED BY SO MANY. I AM SO SO SO SO SO SO GLAD THAT I GOT TO SEE YOU ONE LAST TIME RECENTLY. I WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER THAT. SEE YOU SOON!
LOVE YOU – MAGGIE!
Miss you Granny Judy, Buddy, and Family! Praying for ya’ll! See ya’ll soon! Love, Maggie 🙂
My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Judy and Buddy, I am so deeply sorry for your loss. You have had a terrible couple of years. You and your family will be in our prayers.
Love you.
We are so blessed to have you as a Friend.We had our good times and our bad but always stayed friends .You are more like a sister to me than a friend .You took Great Care of Ty and Shelby always treated them like your own whether you were spoiling them or getting on to them for something they should not have been doing.I will miss your beautiful smile your country accent and ways cause you are who you are.I will miss you stoping by on your way to see your Dad and your calls to come visit while you were there.I am so sorry I did not get by to see you.We will all Miss You So Much !!!!! But I know I will get to see you again someday. Love Always Melissa ,Ray ,Ty,Shelby.
Tammy You will be Missed we Love you.Now you are in a Better place No more pain No more suffring Love ya.Your Friend Michael Ratliff
Tammy was an amazing woman who loved and treated my child as if he were the only one in the room with her. I cry for all the children and parents that won’t get to meet her, but rejoice knowing that she will be watching over all of us.
Thinking bout yall
I remember your smile as well as your tears as if it was yesterday.To know that you are gone is hard for me to believe but believing that you are in a better place now and your pain and suffering has ended makes it easier to understand.Rest in Peace Tammy Jo!!!
To the family of Tammy Jo: I wanted to let you know how much Tammy Jo meant to our family. Our grandson was two to three years old when Tammy Jo was his pre-school teacher. Most two-three year olds don’t say too many words yet, but my grandson knew how to say "Tammy Jo." Each day he looked forward to going to school to see Tammy Jo. She touched him in a special way and played an important role in his life. We will always remember her kindness to our little "joy" boy. In our hearts, we believe she is tending the heavenly pre-school in the same loving way she did as an earthly angel. Our deepest sympathy and condolences.
Monica & Don Mikeska
Prayers to your family who will miss your presence so much. Rest in peace beautiful lady.
Tammy wil truly be missed by countless people. I will continue pray for her beautiful family for God to be wirh yall through this trying time. love Renee
You were and always will be my true love. You may not be with us any more but you will forever be in my heart. It’s just not right that you are gone…..
I am so sorry for the loss of your loved one.I know the pain is hard to bare right now,but God is with your family now. Lean on him,and he will help you through this.My thoughts,and prayers are with you all.
Dear Family,
Tammy Jo was a teacher and caregiver to both of my children when she worked at the Peanut Gallery in Temple, TX. She truly loved all the children in her classes and lovingly made an impact on my childrens’ lives. She was a special blessing and a special person. Our prayers go out to you, her family, and expecially her children.
Suzanne, Jordan & Grayson Daniell
Being long remembered
She’s hanging from my soul.
She’s with our heavenly father now,
At last she’s finally whole.
The fear, the pain, the suffering
Has finally gone away.
The tears that fell like rain
Are replaced with sunny days.
Oh what a joyous feeling
To know you’re safely home.
Your soul is free in heaven
And with angels there you roam.
Where do we began…. What a blessing it was to have you as a friend and a wonderful teacher who truly loved her babies. We all have so many great memories working you, and always knew when Ms Tammy Jo was around. Your loud voice and beautiful smile is something that we will never forget. Our parents and children will always remember the fun,loving,caring,loud Ms Tammy Jo. Thank you for that extra time and love you gave each and every child. Your body maybe gone but your spirt will always be here with us at The Peanut Gallery. Love your Co-workers
You fought so hard for 6 months I admire your strength and courage throughout. Tammy, Im going to miss hearing your voice daily and seeing your beautiful smile. You are reunited with Alicia and I know you both are smiling. I love you so much and you will always be in my thoughts. R.I.P my dear friend.
Anyone that was lucky enough to call Tammy Jo friend was truly blessed. She was the most loyal and loving friend and would always be there anytime I needed her. I will miss her laugh the most and the early morning phone calls. I was fortunate to have Tammy Jo in my life for almost 30 years. I know she is in a better place without any suffering or pain an although I will miss her each and everyday I know I will see her again someday. Love you sweet angel. Precious in the sight of the LORD [is] the death of his saints.
Psalms 116:15