Tanya started her Christian walk early in life. She was a member of Mt. Pleasant/Campground under the leadership of Rev. Jesse Washington and later moved her membership to Trinity Full Gospel Ministries under the leadership of Overseer Lorenza Simmons and later Pastor Ronald Forte' Jr.
She was preceded in death by her parents, three brothers, Louis, Benjamin, and Micah Lee, and one sister Shirby Jean.
Tanya leaves to cherish her memories: her husband, Vincent D. Thompson of Monticello, AR.; one son, Marcus (Michelle) Junior of Bastrop, LA; son/grandson, LaMarcus Junior of the home; two grandsons, Antonio Jones and DeMarcus Junior of Bastrop, LA; one granddaughter, Shavrion Ollison of Monticello, AR; a step-mother, Mary Lattimore Simmons of McGehee, AR; five brothers, Overseer Lorenza (Ola), Mark (Jacqueline), Steven (Valarie), Tony Simmons all of Monticello, AR and Jerry (Aerlean) Binns of Milwaukee, WI; three sisters, Maryland (Hosea) Robertson, Pamela Simmons, both of Monticello, AR, and Shasta (Kevin) White of Dumas, AR; an uncle Eddie Lee (Tommie L.)Toatley of Detroit, MI; an aunt, Mildred O'Neal of St. Louis, MO; a mother-in-law, Shirley (A.C.) Griffin of Monticello, AR; a brother-in-law, Elvin (Paula) Ingram of Monticello, AR; a sister-in-law, Margaret Simmons of Monticello, AR; five step brothers, James, Napolean, Willie (Shirley) Lattimore of St. Louis, MO, Sidney Lattimore of Dermott, AR, Alvin (Rose) Lattimore of McGehee, AR, a step-sister, Mary J .Lattimore of McGehee, AR; two special nieces, Carolyn and Chuntina, a special great niece, Jadeci and a host of nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends.
Condolences(30)
Margie
Star City, AR Thursday, June 10, 2010 I remember Tanya being such a strong woman. Always laughing and being who she was. I'll miss her.Marchell Leonard
, AR Wednesday, June 9, 2010 God will take care of you. We love you all.leroy cortez jr
monticello, AR Sunday, May 30, 2010 will be greatly missed.tanya always gave me heck always thought i was messed with me about being a con artist but after years of going to see her and family we became good friends .miss and always love you rest in peace because i know your with our lord.Sandra Miller
Monticello, AR Thursday, May 27, 2010 Vincent we are sorry to hear of Tanya passing. I really enjoyed working with her at Cash's. I thought of her and you as friends for life.God be with your family,
Roger and Sandra Miller
FRANCISUS DESHAZER
Ft, Hood/ killeen, TX Saturday, May 22, 2010 THERE ARE NO WORDS AT THE MOMENT JUST SORROW AUNT TANYA IM SORRY I DIDN'T GET TO SAY GOOD-BYE I NEEDED TO SAY THAT IT SEEMS IM ALWAYS GONE WHEN SOMETHING HAPPENS WITHIN THE FAMILY. YOU WERE ALWAYS THERE FOR ME GROWING UP AND I WOULD LIKE TO SAY THANK YOU YES THANK YOU FOR ALL YOUR LOVE AND SUPPORT EVEN IF IT WAS TO MY BACK SIDE ONCE IN AWHILE. I KNOW YOU ARE IN A BETTER PLACE NOW AND IM GRATEFUL FOR THAT SO I WILL HOLD YOU IN THAT PLACE THAT YOU WILL NEVER LEAVE MY HEART LOVE YOU AND IM OK OVER HERE IN IRAQ BUT YOU KNOW THAT YOU WATCHING OVER ME ANYWAY RIGHT NOW, GOD BLESS MY FAMILY LOVE YOU ALL . ANDRAE'Franciscus Deshazer
Ft. Hood/ killeen, TX Saturday, May 22, 2010 I SEND MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO MY FAMILY AT THIS TRYING TIMES. SORRY I CAN'T BE THERE WITH YOU, BUT IM PRAYING AND UNDERSTANDING AT THE SAME TIME AND TO MARCUS LOVE YOU AND UNCLE VINCENT LOVE UTaKesha Johnson
Monticello, AR Friday, May 21, 2010 To The Simmons and Thompson Families...I will continue to keep you all in my prayers..TaKesha Johnson
Deidra Martin
monticello, AR Friday, May 21, 2010 I pray that God will continue to strenghthen the family and friends in the time of loss and bereavement...she is in a better place and no more suffering for our sister. Words cant explain the pain you're going thru but God sees ur tearsShirley Rhodes
Pine Bluff, AR Thursday, May 20, 2010 Gone but not forgotten. We love but God loves you best.Meredith Vincent
Monticello, AR Thursday, May 20, 2010 My thoughts and prayers are with the family. I enjoyed my talks with Ms. Tanya everytime I saw her. She was a very caring person who will be missed. May God bless the family. Meredith and Talyn VincentTina Rochell
Monticello, AR Thursday, May 20, 2010 You will be missed Tanya, you were a great friend. I'm praying that God gives the family strength through this time of need. RIL Tanya........Krystal Baines
Monticello, AR Wednesday, May 19, 2010 O my itz so hard to believe that Tanya is gone, sometimes i jus sit and wait for the phone to ring for her to be calling and checking on her grandbaby "Nana" !! Tanya will be missed greatly, she was a family woman who took care of hers!! We always dont understand why things happens but as i was always taught weeping may endure for the night but "Joy" comes in the morning light. GOD will help bear the pain family just keep trusting and believing!! We Love you Tanya Rest in Gods Loving arms.Shavrion Ollison-Grandaughter
Monticello, AR Wednesday, May 19, 2010 Granny i love you it just don't feel rite with out you here.You are gone but will never be forgotten.I will miss you dearly. I no u are in a better place and don't have to suffer any more. GOD knows best!!! I no you loved me just as much as i loved you and i no you would do any thing for me. You are always in my prayers. I LOVE YOU GRANNY!!!Toasha Smith Davis
Detroit, MI Wednesday, May 19, 2010 My prayers are with the Simmons and Thompson families during this difficult time. May God bless each of you and comfort you in the loss of such a wonderful person.sharon moore-haynes
dallas, TX Wednesday, May 19, 2010 GOD HAS TAKEN ANOTHER ONE OF HIS ANGELS HOME REST IN PEACE TANYAkaye moore
dallas, TX Wednesday, May 19, 2010 GONE BUT NOT FORGOTTEN.I REMEMBER WHEN WE PLAYED SOFTBALL TOGETHER THE BASES MAY HAVE BEEN LOADED BUT WHEN IT WAS YOUR AT THE PLATE YOU WOULD KNOCK THE BALL OVER THE FENCE AND EVERYONE WOULD COME ON IN SAFE.REST IN PEACE LOVE YOU KAYE MOEKaron Beavers
Monticello, AR Wednesday, May 19, 2010 Tanya will always hold a special place in my heart. I was blessed to have had the privilege of working with her and knowing her. Her heart was as big as her smile.Jean Ridgell Webb
Kansas City, KS Wednesday, May 19, 2010 My prayers go out to the Family may God bless you all.....Tina Ferguson
Monticello, AR Wednesday, May 19, 2010 I knew Tanya through her grandson,Lamarcus.Mrs.Tanya would come and help with our Pre-school field trips. The one special memory I have with her,was the trip to Cane Creek.I believe she had just as much fun as the children.When Tanya would smile her whole face would light up.What a sweet and dear Lady.You will be dearly missed.Mary Ann Jones
, TX Wednesday, May 19, 2010 Tanya was a delightful person to know. Loved her son and family more than anything in the world. It was my great privilege to know her.Karen Carpenter Donaldson
North West Arkansas, AR Wednesday, May 19, 2010 Tanya will be greatly missed. May she rest in peace. My thoughts and prayers go out to her family and friends. God bless.Ray Garrison and family
Monticello, AR Tuesday, May 18, 2010 Sympathies and prayers going out to your family !!!Mark&Annette Batts
Austin, TX Tuesday, May 18, 2010 GONE BUT NEVER FORGOTTENKimberly Williams & Family
, AR Tuesday, May 18, 2010 We send our deepest condolences during the family's time of sorrow. May God continue to bless and comfort you each and everyday.Robin Scott
Warren, AR Tuesday, May 18, 2010 I went to school with Tanya and I always thought she was the meanest girl, but later I got to know her and she was one of the sweetest ladies. I always enjoyed talking to her. My thoughts and prayers are with her family and friends. She will be missed greatly.Carolyn Morgan & Family
Little Rock, AR Monday, May 17, 2010 I still can't believe that you are gone. You were not only a Aunt, but a Mother and a Friend. Sharalon and Simone were very fortunate to have an Aunt like you! You took care of them when we were in the process of moving and treated them like your own. We can only celebrate your home-going because we know you are in a much better place. You lived a fulfilling life, and you set out to accomplish all that God had in store for you! We Love You!!! Lenox, Carolyn, Sharalon, Simone, and the Boys!!trilisa marshall
monticello, AR Monday, May 17, 2010 tanya you will truly be missed. you really were a true friend . and to the family may god be with you and bless you all.Martha Barbee
Monticello, AR Monday, May 17, 2010 My most heartfelt sympathy and prayers go out to the famiy and friends of Ms. Thompson.Sharonda Simmons-Forte'
Monticello, AR Monday, May 17, 2010 Earth has no sorrow...heaven cannot heal. We will miss our beloved Tee Tee!! Weeping may endure for a night but joy comes in the morning...the memories we share will forever linger in our hearts!Lakeisha Hawkins
Monticello, AR Monday, May 17, 2010 Tanya, you will be miss. love you cousin.