Tammy Lynn Bird
March 11, 1961 ~ May 30, 2017
Tammy Lynn Bird, 56, Indianapolis, passed away peacefully at home May 30, 2017. Tammy was born March 11, 1961, in St. Louis, Missouri.
She graduated from Northwest High School and was united in marriage to her husband, Zack Bird, 39 years ago. Tammy loved children and helping others. She worked in childcare at the Southport United Methodist Church for a number of years. She enjoyed sewing and embroidery, but above all, was strongly devoted to her family. Tammy will be fondly remembered by her loved ones and many friends.
She was preceded in death by her mother, Faye (Blair) Ferguson.
Survivors include her husband, Zack Bird; children, Zachary (Jodi) Bird, John Bird, and Jody (Stephen) Shimonek; grandson, Gage Steinbrook; sisters, Melissa (Doug) Bondy and Laura Ferguson; a host of nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Friends and family will gather to celebrate the life of Tammy Lynn Bird on Sunday, June 4, 2017, 2 – 5 p.m., in the Daniel F. O’Riley Funeral Home, 6107 S. East Street. The funeral service will follow at 5 p.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made by visiting www.ORileyFuneralHome.com; the funds collected will be donated to families in need suffering from the effects of cancer. Visit www.ORileyFuneralHome.com to view Tammy’s Life Story video, share a favorite memory or to sign the online guest registry.
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Tammy’s love for all the Children she has cared for and loved. She was a wonderful 'mom' to so many at Imagination Station and in her neighborhood. The love she had for her Grandson Gage will never be forgotten.
RIP Tammy and take good care of the little ones in Heaven.
Tammy helped me through breast cancer 8 years ago. Her strength and kindness meant the world to me and helped me cope. I admired her and will always love her. Tammy was the true definition of friend and compassion. Will think of her fondly and love her forever. God bless you, Tammy. Love, Rosie
Tammy was one of the sweetest kindest people I ever knew .. She will be missed..
I never met Tammy, but she was a dear friend of my friend. Tammy’s passing will leave the world a less beautiful place.
Our dear friend Tammy,
Spread your wings and fly high. You are at peace now. We love you and will always have your smile in our hearts! You truely have made your imprint every where you go. Give my mom & dad and all the other angels a great big hug from me and know that your family will live on in your memory .
Bird Family,
May you find comfort knowing. that Tammy is singing with the angels now. May God continue to give you strength to get through this difficult time. god blessߑܰߏܢܝ️ߙϰߏ۰ߒœ
She was like another mother to us softball girls! You will be greatly missed momma Bird! RIH
So many fun,funny,sweet,dear times….will always miss our crazy connection, our friendship and our girl time…love you always. Judy Merritt
Tammy, of course this is your wish. Nothing was about you even in your time of need. I love you.
So very sorry for your loss, may you feel our precious heavenly fathers hands resting upon your shoulders during this difficult time.
A true fiend a loving mother a great human being and one of nicest lady’s I have ever known. We love you Tammy
Truly sorry for your loss
I can’t begin to capture all the memories I have of Tammy from 30+ years of friendship. She was an incredible woman in so many ways. Compassionate and caring. Creative. Deep, spirit-filled, and faithful. Open, honest, loving.
We met when Jody was just a baby. Our friendship endured through good times and bad. She always had a kind word, a card to send, or a little gift to pass along–many that she had made with her own hands. Treasures from her heart.
Tammy gave so much of herself to children–her own, those she cared for, the ones she taught, actually any she had contact with. Guiding and guarding them along their paths.
One favorite memory from 1984. My family was headed to Florida for vacation. On the way we stopped at a rest stop in Macon Georgia. Coming around a corner from the bathroom, I encountered Tammy and her family. The Birds were headed to visit family in Florida too. After discussing our plans, we headed on our separate ways. Later that day, at our hotel, who knocks on our door? The Birds! They had switched their plan around and joined us for a fantastic day at Disney World! What fun! People loved our story of our surprise joint vacation. I’ll never forget it!
RIP Tammy! I know your mom was there to greet you at heaven’s gate. Give my Kevin a hug too!
I love you, dear one! You are an inspiration and an encourager to me. Thank you from the bottom of my heart!
To Tammy”s family may you find comfort in the Savior knowing Tammy is in his arms free of pain and seeing mom again. She loved each of you so much and we all loved her
Tammy
We are so gonna miss you. You were the glue that held everyone together. You had a heart of gold.
Hope you are at peace now after your very long hard battle. We love you always ❤️
Love Annette & Steve
Zack and Family,
So sorry for your lose. Please accept my sincerest condolences. Sad times won’t last forever but good times
and fond memories shared last a life time.
Milan
My prayers go out to Missy and all the family on the loss of her sister Tammy. May God comfort you all!
Condolences to the family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. Tammy was such an inspiration to all who knew her. She will be missed and remembered by her Marie Doll Friends.
My deepest condolences to the Bird family. You have all been in my thoughts and prayers. She showed the true meaning of fighter. So sorry for your loss.
Heartfelt sympathy for your loss from the members of ABSTE on Indiana Region 11.
My heart aches gently now knowing you are free from pain and in a place the rest of us can only dream of. We were not close, but our paths crossed enough that I know you will be greatly missed and still very loved.
A couple weeks Tammy popped up in my thoughts as she has many times through the years. We both had our first baby at Methodist hospital, over 38 years ago. I remember she was pretty uncomfortable because she had a c section. We were both so young, yet she was so gracious and gentle. She showed interest in my child even though she had her own precious newborn.
A few months after that I came to her house and visited for awhile. We talked every now and then, but then I guess we both got caught up in life and lost contact. I’m sorry for that. She obviously had the same values as I do: we both stayed married to the same person and had more kids. I just wish we had stayed in touch.
Sorry for your loss.
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this time.
I’m so sorry. Tammy was an inspiration to so many!
Some people come into our lives leave footprints on our hearts & and we are NEVER the same. Tammy was one of those VERY SPECIAL people! We are overcome with sadness & grief on the loss of our beloved friend from this earth; but we know that she is soaring with the angels in heaven & is in the presence of God. Tammy, please check in on our babies & rock & hug them for us. You will ALWAYS live on in our hearts!
Tammy was one of those people who after meeting once, you felt you had known a lifetime. She was friendly and down-to-earth, and had such a generous, loving spirit. Even though she was facing her own battles at the time, she took time to send condolences to my family when my brother died. Tammy will live on in those loved ones she left behind – and there are so very many. Of course there is a part of her in Zack, each of her children, and Gage. But she touched so many others in her life and left a little piece of herself with each of them, too.
My thoughts and prayers are with the Bird family and I hope the wonderful memories they treasure will help ease their pain. May God bless each of you.
So sorry for your loss. She was a inspiration to all she met. May God grant you peace and joy through this time of sorrow.
My sweet and dear Tammy, you will be greatly missed but not forgotten because you will go on forever in our hearts and memories of all our great times together. You have touched many people and family. I am just glad and proud to say that I know you because you are a true inspiration. My thoughts and prayers go out to your family and all your wonderful friends because we all will miss you terribly. I know you will be up there with those loved ones who have left us and watching over those us of still here until we all will meet again. May you not be in anymore pain my friend. Love you, Michele from Michigan and family
Im so sorry for your families loss! She was one of a kind and will truly be missed! Shes now your guardian angel watching over you guys! Anything your family needs let me know.
I am deeply sorry to each of Tammy’s family members for your loss. As her friend I also feel a deep loss. She touched so many hearts, affected so many lives, made memories to last a lifetime, yet life will not be the same without her. Tammy was an angel on earth and my life was made better for being fortunate enough to have had her a part of my life and to have called her my friend. Heaven has a new angel.
Our hearts are with your family!
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There are no words that haven’t already been said about Tammy. Remember she drew strength from each of you and now you can draw strength from the wonderful memories she left you with.
you will be truly missed
Tammy,
You were more like a sister to me rather than a sister in-law. You always went out of her way to make me feel welcome. You were very giving of herself to all you encountered. You made sure everyone else was taken care of. I feel a huge void is in the universe without you here. You will live on in our hearts and we will never forget how lucky we were to have you.. I will miss you dearly,
Love,
Doug
I didn’t know Tammy very long, but I could sense a strength in her that really made an impression. I know she will always be watching over her loved ones. Blessed be.
I will always cherish and remember the times I spent with Tammy. I loved her courage and the fight she gave to this horrible disease with such grace and dignity. Her smile was infectious and her kindness to others was huge. I know heaven is a better place now. RIP Tammy.
My sincere condolences to the family for your loss. May the promises in God’s word provide you with comfort and strength during this most difficult time. John 5:28-29