Tammy Jean Shook
June 5, 1959 ~ September 18, 2011
Services:
A Mass of Christian burial will be held on Thursday, September 22, 2011 at 10:00 AM in Our Lady of the Wayside Catholic Church, Chaptico, MD with Fr. Jerry Gamrot officiating. Interment will follow in Sacred Heart Catholic Cemetery, Bushwood, MD.
Visitation:
The family will receive friends on Wednesday, September 21, 2011 from 5:00-8:00 PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, Leonardtown, MD were prayers will be recited at 7:00 PM.
Tammy Jean Shook, 52, of Hollywood, MD died at her residence on September 18, 2011. Born on June 5, 1959 in Leonardtown, MD, she was the daughter of Frances Irene Johnson and the late Robert Lane McKinney. She was the loving wife of James Raymond Shook whom she married on October 2, 1999 in Hughesville, MD. Mrs. Shook is survived by her brother; Robert (Ricky) Joseph McKinney, Sr. (Theresa), of Clements, MD, Step Father Buckey Johnson of Mechanicsville, MD, Sister in Law Sandy Radcliff (Greg), Nephew Robert Joseph McKinney, Jr., Nieces; Tiffany Lawrence, Laura McKinney, Candy Radcliff, Mandy Radcliff and one great nephew Blake Lawrence. Tammy graduated from Chopticon High School, Morganza, MD and was a lifelong resident of St. Mary’s County. Mrs. Shook worked as a clerical supervisor for 29 years at Civista Memorial Hospital, La Plata, MD retiring in January of 2007. Tammy loved flowers and floral designing, helping others, children, taking pictures; she loved collecting glass ornaments and had many collections. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, September 21, 2011, from 5:00PM – 8:00 PM in the Mattingley – Gardiner Funeral Home, Leonardtown, MD with prayers recited at 7:00PM. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated on Thursday, September 22, 2011 at 10:00 AM in Our Lady of the Wayside Catholic Church, Chaptico, MD with Fr. Jerry Gamrot officiating. Interment will follow in Sacred Heart Catholic Cemetery, Bushwood, MD. Pallbearers will be; Robert Joseph McKinney, Sr., Timothy Quade, David McKinney, Harry Ray Alvey, Bernard Alvey, Jr., and Michael Gass. Honorary Pallbearers will be; Joey Buckler, Leroy Cargill, Tiffany Lawrence, Francis Huseman, Robert Joseph McKinney, Jr., and Laura McKinney. Contributions made in the memory of Tammy Jean Shook may be made to the Hollywood Vol. Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 79, Hollywood, MD 20636. Arrangements provided by the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, P.A, Leonardtown, MD.
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“Tammy was an awesome person that we loved and will miss! Our thoughts and prayers to Jim, Aunt Bea and everyone who loved her so!”
“” Ricky, I’m so sorry to hear about the loss of your sister Tammy. I’ll always remember her as a kind and caring person. My thoughts & prayers are with you and the family.” “
“Jim, Bea, Bucky, Ricky and Family: My deepest sympathies are with you all in your time of sorrow. Never in my entire life have I seen someone with more will to live. She was a true fighter, who suffered so much in the last couple of years. I know she is pain free in heaven and wearing her angel wings.”
“Jimmy, I know words cannot alleviate the pain & sorrow that you feel & we just wanted you to know that we are thinking of you.”
“We will all miss our Tammy so much, I am so sorry for the loss being felt by Jim, Bea, Ricky and all her family and friends. Never have I met a sweetie so willing to give and love in so many ways to so many people and causes. Tammy was a treasure and an inspiration and comfort to all who knew her. Tammy, our dear cousin and friend, may you be at peace now with MeeMaw, Mom, Nancy, Randy and all the other wonderful family and friends you have in Heaven.”
“Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss. Our thoughts are with you, family, and friends who loved Tammy during this difficult time. We share comfort knowing that Tammy is no longer suffering. With caring thoughts, Jennifer “
“Jim, I am so sorry for your loss. Tammy was a kind and loving person. We were high school friends and she was a true blue person. Funny and high spirited. I will never forget her. I was so happy for you when you married her because I knew you two were just right for each other. Just know she is in a beautiful place now and she will always be with you in your heart. Tammy and your Dad are watching over the family now. There could be no more finer angels in heaven.. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Janet Burch-Deniston”
“Sorry to have to say goodbye to a truly great person.”
“We were sad to learn of Tammy’s passing but may she now rest in peace with our Lord. We hope that all her family and friends will be comforted to know that she was loved by so many! We will remember all of you in our thoughts and prayers, especially Jimmy, Vicky and Franny and the family. “
“JIM YOU WERE IN AMAZING HUSBAND TO TAMMY -NOW SHE IS WITH THE LORD -WITH NO MORE PAIN -YOU ARE TRULY THE BEST PERSON I HAVE EVER MET GOD BLESS YOU “
“Jim – it’s been many years since we worked together at Ritter Chevrolet, but my thoughts go out to you at this sad time. Stay strong, my friend.”
“We will miss our Aunt Tammy who we love very much. She was always there for us with her love and beautiful smile.”
“The Shook & McKinney Families I am Home in Heaven dear ones.Oh so Happy and so bright There is perfect joy and beauty in this everlasting light. All the pain and grief is over. I am now at peace forever Safely home in Heaven at last. Then you must not grieve so sorely, for I love you dearly still.”
“Bea, Jim, Ricky, and all of the family. Tammy was a special person who saw life in the beauty of her flower decorations and the pictures she took, but mostly for the love of her family. My thoughts and prayers to all, love Debbie & Mike”
“Jimmy, We are so sorry to hear about your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.”
“God has gathered one of His Precious Jewels (Tammy Jean). Her life was Love and Devotion to others.”
“Jimmy, We are truly sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family at this difficult time.”
“Aunt Bea and Family, We are so sorry for your loss. Tammy was such a sweet soul. She always had a smile and a kind word for all. We will miss her dearly. “
“…We are sending many prayers and loving thoughts to the Shook and McKinney families. Tammy was a kind and generous person…who was loved by so many. May God comfort and keep you during this time…With our Love, ~The Alvey Family~ “
“Jim, I am so sorry for the loss of your wife. May it comfort you to know that others care and share in your sorrow. Keep her close to your heart and she will always walk with you. XOXO”
“Jimmy, we were very sorry to hear about the loss of Tammy. You have our sincere sympathy. She was a fun person.”
“Aunt Bea, Jim, Ricky and family, Tammy was a wonderful person and was loved by many who will miss her deeply. She fought a long battle and went through so much in the past years. She is pain free now and rejoicing with the angels, God, MeeMaw, Mom and all the other loved ones in heaven. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.”
“Jim; I am so sorry for your loss. I did’nt know Tammy personally but from what people are saying she was a wonderful person. She is no longer suffering now and is at peace. May God be with you in your time of sorrow. “
“My friend I will always have the love in my heart you gave me as chrildren and as adults. The light from sunshine came from your smile The laughter we shared would only come from true friends I will always remember our great times together as friends and family you will be truly missed and remember as a great person and I am truly blessed to have had you as my true friend. Love you girl thru out the rest of my life. Your real friend. Timmy. Quade”
“Jim, I consider myself blessed to have seen you and Tammy at all of the Holy Angel’s Church Dinners, especially September 11th. Tammy always greeted me with a Big smile and it was great to see you both. We pray that the Lord will bring peace to your heart and mind, knowing that Tammy is with him now.”
“Aunt Tammy’s love illumined eveyone who knew and loved her. It always will.”
“My condolences to the Shook and McKinney Families. I graduated with Tammy and what a wonderful personality she had. Always a smile on her face and she enjoyed making others laugh. Keep her memories close.”
“Tammy, I’m sure Me Mar along with other relatives was waiting for you with open arms. May you find peace in heaven! We will hold you dear in our hearts forever. Aunt Bea and Family, Tammy was such a great person. I’ve never known anyone as strong and so caring and compassionate…she was one of a kind. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. “
“Jim, Ricky & Theresa, We were so sorry about Tammy. Please know that we are keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers.”
“I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Tammy. I met Tammy when I worked in the Radiology Dept. at Civista and she was a very, very sweet person and didn’t mind helping you the best way she could. May you cherish the fond memories that you all have of her. May God bless and comfort you all at this difficult time.”
“With my deepest sympathy to the Shook and Mckinney families. The world lost a beautiful person. Take good care. Tammy was a wonderful person and a good friend. I remember the good old days at Chopticon. God Bless her and you all at this time. Take good care.”
“Francis., So sorry to hear of the loss of your daughter. But she has moved on to a better place, no more suffering, pain and wondering what would happen next. My thoughts and prayers are with you and hope that you are well and feeling better. Your cousin, Louis”
“TO MISS DORIS , I know how much you loved Tammy and I am so sorry to here about your loss . “
“With deepest sympathy and love goes to the family in their great loss. Our thoughts are with you all.”
“With my deepest sympathy to the Shook and Mckinney families. Tammy knew how to light up a room with just her smile. I will never forget our friendship and the good times we had together in Chopticon. RIP my friend you were a truly wonderful person and will be missed by all.”
“Bucky & Bea, Very sorry to hear about Tammy. Our prayers are with you. Barb & Jerry Osterman “