Tamara Michelle

"Tunt" James

Ms. Tamara Michelle James was born on December 6, 1971, to Howard McFarlin, and Odessa James in Thomaston, Georgia. Tamara received her formal education at Griffin High School and furthered her education at Griffin Technical College in Griffin, Georgia.

Tamara found her calling in the security field, where she not only excelled professionally, but also built lasting bonds. For the past three years, she worked with Securitas Security and cherished the camaraderie of her work family.

A woman of Christian faith who loved the Lord dearly, Tamara lived by the words of Genesis 1:3, "God looked over everything He had made; it was good, so very good". She believed in putting God first in all things and encouraged others to do the same through both word and example.

Tamara found joy in life's simple pleasures. She danced with abandon to music that stirred her soul and delighted in traveling to new places where she could meet people and share laughter. Her love for reading and solving word puzzles reflected a curious mind and a thoughtful spirit. But above all else, Tamara treasured the time spent with family and friends. Her laughter was infectious, echoing through every gathering, and her presence bought light wherever she went. "Grown Folks" was one of her favorite places to unwind and connect with others; it was there that many saw her most vibrant self-come alive.

On Sunday, April 13, 2025, in College Park, Georgia, Ms. Tamara Michelle "Tunt" James' name was called, and she answered and was free. She was preceded in death by beloved son, Marquez Damon James; brothers, Perry Lee James and Freddie James; sister, Elisa James, and her nephew, Taiwan Moreland.

Ms. Tamara Michelle James leaves a lasting legacy, full of loving memories, her son, Henri Jermaine (Quiana) Walton, Jr., and granddaughter, Ashlynn Walton of McDonough, Georgia; her siblings, Bernice Moreland of Griffin, Georgia, Lucious (Kimberleah) James of Fairmont, North Carolina, and William (Terry) James of Concord, Georgia. They will forever hold dear the memories they shared with her.

Tamara's legacy continues through her many nieces, Lakeisha Moreland, Jessica James, Alicia James, Wyterria James, Tawanda Howard, Carletha James, Courtney Clemons, Nykeria Carson, and Sameria Barkley, and her nephews, Tony James, Tyshaun James, Taiwan James, and Richard James—each touched by her love and guidance.

A Memorial Service will be held on Monday, April 21, 2025, at 2:30 PM in the Chapel at Burden's Funeral Home. Pastor terrence Wilson is the Eulogist.