Tammy loved fast cars, dogs, horses, rock music, family and her vast number of friends throughout Williamsburg, York and James City County. She began her working life early at her father’s gas station/country store Sweat’s Exxon in Norge VA in the 1970’s. After graduating from Lafayette High she married Robert Gordey of Oakdale LA. Sadly the marriage did not last. Tammy went on to years of work in Williamsburg area restaurants. Eventually deciding to become full time daughter/companion, helper, caretaker to her mother and father.
Tammy is predeceased by her father Raymond Sweat, mother Frances Sweat and brothers Raymond (Buddy) and Robert. Great nephew Trevor Dringenberg.
Survivors include her brother Phillip Sweat & wife Pam, Nieces Wendy Robbins, Sherry Taboh, Jessica & Jennifer Sweat. Nephews Corey, Chad, Todd & Christopher Sweat. Great Nieces Samantha & Emma Maines, Morgan Gaddis, Sydney & Abigail Sweat, great nephews Billy Maines, Travis & Trenton Dringenberg & Brennan Sweat. She is also survived by her best friend of 37 years, Janice Keith. Lastly her beloved pets Darla and Scruffy. Viewing will be Tuesday, January 10th from 4-8pm at Bucktrout Funeral Home. Burial will be on Wednesday, January 11th at 2:30 at Williamsburg Memorial Park.
Memorial Donations can be made to:
Graveside Service
2:30 PM
Williamsburg Memorial Park - Directions
130 King William Drive
Williamsburg, VA 23188
Visiting Hours
4124 Ironbound Road
- Tuesday, January 10, 2023
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4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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