Tamara Lynn Grisham
A Celebration of Life Service for Tamara Lynn Grisham, 64, Dora, Missouri, will be held from 5:00 until 8:00 p.m., Tuesday, July 30, 2024 at the Langston Street Chapel of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home.
Mrs. Grisham passed away at 8:56 a.m., Thursday, July 25, 2024, at Ozarks Medical Center.
She was born February 13, 1960, at Burlingame, California, to Clarence Leonard Courtney and Hester Naomi Sams Courtney. On August 19, 2023, she was married at Dora, Missouri, to Gary Grisham. Tamara worked as an office clerk at Wiles Title, was a cosmetologist, and worked in the healthcare profession for a number of years. She loved to play music and did so professionally in West Plains and surrounding communities for many years. She also enjoyed many hobbies including crafting, photography, gardening and floating on the river. Tamara loved her family, especially her kids and grandkids. She was of Christian faith and was baptized on October 18, 1970. Tamara was an organ donor and was able to fulfill that wish of gifting life.
She is survived by her husband, Gary Grisham, of the family home; four children, Heather Whittingham and husband, Jeremy, New London, Missouri, Dustin Laxton and wife, Alyssa, Warrensburg, Missouri, Jeremy Grisham and wife, Jen, Willard, Missouri and Randall Grisham and wife, Ashley, Dora, Missouri; sixteen grandchildren, Zevi, Zachary and Noah Whittingham, Laney Brown, Maverick Laxton, Brayden, Kenny, Easton, Garrett, Cameron, Gabriel, Ella, Motley, Treyton and Brynlee Rogers; and many cousins.
She was preceded in death by her parents, and her infant brother Steven Len Courtney.
Memorial contributions may be made to West Plains Regional Animal Shelter and may be left at or mailed to Robertson-Drago Funeral Home, 211 West Main, West Plains, MO 65775.
Beth Bales
July 26, 2024 @ 4:24 pm
Tammy was a hoot! She was so much fun and there was never a dull moment around her! I will never forget the many memories we made together! Prayers for her family …
Sheila Curtis
July 26, 2024 @ 5:11 pm
Just can’t believe she is gone. I always enjoyed running in to her around town and catching up. What a gal! My deepest and sincerest condolences to the family.
Sheila (Falwell) Curtis
Melinda (Burgess) King
July 26, 2024 @ 5:30 pm
This woman. That laugh. That smile. She was a valued OZH co-worker. She was an exceptional worker and leader. She was a talented singer and performer. I doubt she ever met a stranger.
Heaven’s choir will be even better now that Tam has joined them.
Let the image of her Heavenly reunion soothe your hurting hearts. Let your memories keep her alive in your hearts.
Ronnie & Sharon Emery
July 26, 2024 @ 7:39 pm
We are so sorry . Our thoughts and prayers are with the family
Dianna Sigert
July 26, 2024 @ 7:59 pm
Tamara: you will be missed by many. Thank you much for the many years of working together at OMC. I got to know Heather during those years and you loved your kids dearly. So many memories. My heart is so heavy. Love you, sweet girl.
Michael John moffis
July 26, 2024 @ 8:39 pm
sorry for your loss i knew tammy many years we all went to church together back in the 70;s she was and still a good person she will be missed take care family
Renee Koendarfer Stephens
July 28, 2024 @ 5:28 pm
My thoughts and prayers go out to Tammy’s family and friends.
She was a beautiful lady, inside and out.
Vince Warren
July 29, 2024 @ 9:31 am
My heart aches upon hearing this news. I played music with Tammy in several bands back in the day. We had some great times. I thought a lot of her. She was a sweet girl. My thoughts are with her family.
Johnny Rhoads
July 29, 2024 @ 11:45 am
So sorry Gary and family prayers headed your way!
CAROLYN HAMBELTON
July 30, 2024 @ 12:11 pm
So sorry. Hugs.
Roger and Carolyn Hambelton
Ray, Lori Barbrow
July 30, 2024 @ 7:32 pm
Heather, dusty and family, we were very sorry to hear about your mum. She and Tammy were quite close during cosmetology school. Your memories will keep her close. The Barbrow Family
rita collins gibson
July 31, 2024 @ 1:56 pm
So sorry to hear of Tammy’s passing. We went to church together many years ago. Prayers for all her family.
Joe Driscoll
August 7, 2024 @ 7:17 am
Sorry for Tammy’s passing. She was my first sister-in-law, church goer, and friend. I always enjoyed being around her. One time in church down on Langston Street she told me I needed to stop singing cause I was so out of tune. I think I have gotten better but not much Sister, but o well, when we meet again you won’t be able to say that. Ha!
I love you Heather. Hang in there.