of Searcy, AR
August 12, 1957 - March 24, 2025
Tammy Jo (McChristian) Black, of Searcy, Arkansas went to rest with her Lord on March 24, 2025 at her home. Tammy was born on August 12, 1959 in Newport, Arkansas. She was raised in Beedville, Arkansas and would proudly tell people that is home and continued to do so for the next 65 years. She attended McCrory High School where she graduated in the class of 1977.
She is preceded in death by her grandparents and father, Billy Mac McChristian. She is survived by her mother Ellen McChristian of Conway; two sisters, Teresa (Milton) Huff of Conway and Gayle (Whit) Goodwin of Little Rock; her husband, Patrick Black; her children, Candi Williams of Des Arc, Mandi (Brent) Lassiter of Diaz and Jo-Pat (Taila) Black of Searcy along with her grandchildren, one step granddaughter and her great grandchildren along with other extended family members and many friends.
She was a member of the Church of Christ, where after many years of hard work studying and standing on her beliefs, she became not only strong minded, faithful and dependable in every area of her church life. Tammy taught computer lab at Newport Junior High School for seven years and she would often say those were the best years of her life because she was able to spend more time with her kids. Tammy made friends with the teachers and visited with many of her students.
Tammy was born with a true warrior's heart but with a smile and laugh that would never meet a stranger. She saw the needs of others and was willing to help in any way possible. When you made a friend with Tammy, you had a friend for life. She enjoyed being a mother, a wife and a southern bell hostess known for her cooking and home decorating skills with the love of rabbits. She enjoyed supporting her family whether they were Greyhounds, Wildcats or Lions.
Her smile and laughter will outlive her warrior's heart for many years to come, as today she is laughing and smiling with her grandmother, Doodie and dad, Billy Mac, as she loved to do as a child.
A Memorial Service will be held at a later date. Interment will be held at Honey Hill Cemetery in Searcy. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the McCrory High School Class of 1977. All arrangements are under the direction of Roller-Daniel Funeral Home of Searcy.
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19 Condolence(s)
Peggy Snetzer Clausen
Monday, April 7, 2025
Ellen, we aren’t supposed to outlive our children. I know your heart is broken. I pray time will deaden the pain. You have the comfort that Tammy is in the arms of the Lord. Prayers for your and daughters and their families.
Remember all the good times and the joy they brought you! Take care my dear friend Peggy
Darlene Massey
Saturday, April 5, 2025
I'm so sorry to hear of Tammy's passing. Prayers of comfort for her family.
Jill Wood
Saturday, April 5, 2025
Tammy will be greatly missed. She was such a beautiful person. May God comfort her family and friends.
Linda Humphreys
Friday, April 4, 2025
Tammy was a sweet person her whole life She served others as Christ taught to. May God comfort Pat and her family. She has her reward in heaven.
Fredese Wheetley
Friday, April 4, 2025
We were so sorry to hear of Tammy’s passing. Praying for peace and comfort for Patrick, Jo-Pat and all her family. Tammy had a huge heart and was a bright light in this dark world.
Ann Brown
Friday, April 4, 2025
My heart is absolutely broken, to hear of Tammy’s death. We have a special bond between us. We were pregnant at the same time and gave birth to our adorable baby boys on the same day at the same Hospital. My deepest condolences to this family and all of her friends. You will never be forgotten. Much love to you Tammy.
Joyce Hogan
Wednesday, April 2, 2025
Having grown up with Tammy I’m well aware of her positive attributes and the role model she was determined to set for her family and friends. She had a mindset to overcome obstacles and even becoming successful in her mission to help and serve others. She was so active in church, school and many social activities. My prayers are with all her family as they struggle to carry on without their ray of sunshine in their lives. May God grant you strength and peace.
Joyce Free Hogan
Sandra Lacy Phillips
Wednesday, April 2, 2025
As a child I grew up across the road from Tammy and her family. Our dads were best friends and we spent a lot of time together growing up. Tammy will be missed so much. My deepest sympathy to all her family.
Julie Williams Dailey
Wednesday, April 2, 2025
I have very fond memories of Aunt Tammy. She made time to love me and care for me and I loved her dearly. My deepest condolences to all of her family and friends. May God give you comfort and peace.
Amy Piker
Wednesday, April 2, 2025
Ms Tammy will be forever in our hearts and memories.
Irby & Robin fox
Wednesday, April 2, 2025
Keeping the family in our thoughts and prayers.
Janice Williams
Wednesday, April 2, 2025
Tammy was a very gifted person. She was a pleasure to be around for the time that I had her as a member of my family. Deepest sympathy for her sisters and children. May God give you all His precious comfort and peace. Love and prayers. Uncle James and Aunt Jan
Janie Freeman
Wednesday, April 2, 2025
Sincerest sympathy to Tammy’s family. She was a precious person and loved her family.
Randy Rankin
Wednesday, April 2, 2025
Pat and family, I'm very sorry for your loss. Tammy was a wonderful person and full of life. She was very much an encourager to me and to all in her circle. May the Lord bless and comfort you all.
Libbie Dougan
Wednesday, April 2, 2025
Gayle, et al: Please accept my sincerest condolences. I am asking The Holy Spirit to pour His peace and contentment, comfort and joy, down over you all, like warm honey. Blessings. Libbie Dougan
Debbie Lawman
Wednesday, April 2, 2025
You will be missed dearly by all, Tammy Jo McChristian.
May you now rest peacefully..
Christie Curbo
Wednesday, April 2, 2025
So sad to hear of her passing. Thoughts amd many prayers for her Sisters and family as well.
Linda Sinkey
Tuesday, April 1, 2025
My deepest condolences. She was a beautiful spirit. Prayers for all of you.
Carolyn Nokes