Tamara Kay Tichelaar

Tamara Kay "Tammy" Tichelaar, age 77, of Lowell, MI, passed away on August 1st, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love, faith, and dedication to her family.

A woman of many talents, Tammy brought joy to those around her through her diverse skills and vibrant spirit. She lived a life rooted in faith and community, actively serving in her church and sharing her time and talents generously with others. Among her greatest joys were traveling to new places and creating cherished memories with her family. Above all, she deeply loved her 18 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren, who were the absolute pride and joy of her life.

Tammy is survived by her devoted husband of 58 years, David Tichelaar; her children, Melanie McDannold, Jennifer Tichelaar, Melissa Baker, Jamie Compton, and Brent Tichelaar; her 18 grandchildren; her 9 great-grandchildren; and her sisters, Julie Kenney and Judy Goodwin.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Alice Marie Goodwin (Heilman) and Elton Roy Goodwin; her sister, Paula Goodwin; and her brothers, Paul and Richard Goodwin.

A service to celebrate Tammy's life will be held at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints chapel located at 2780 Leonard St NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49525, on Saturday, September 12th, 2026, beginning at 1:00 PM. Light refreshments will be served at the church immediately following the service. After the reception, a graveside gathering for family will take place at Bailey Cemetery, located behind the Vergennes church at 10411 Bailey Dr NE, Lowell, MI 49331.

We love and miss our wife, mom, grandma, sister, and friend so much. God be with us til we meet again.