She confessed her life to Christ at an early age under the leadership of Rev. Dr. Alford Branch. She was a member of Holmes Chapel Presbyterian Church.
She was a 1993 graduate of Monticello High School. She attended UAPB for two years, moved to Detroit, MI for several years and moved back to Arkansas. She worked at Walmart, Advanced Auto Parts Store, and Quality Inn as a front desk clerk. While working she decided to further her education. She received two associate degrees, one in General Technology and the other in Health Information Technology. She was a certified medical coder and received her Bachelor's Degree in 2017 from UAM. Tamira loved to travel around and drive different places with her ride or die, Tyler Jones.
In addition to her biological father, William McCoy, she is preceded in death by her sister, Michonda McCoy; and uncle, Keith Franklin.
She leaves to cherish her memories, her parents, Billy and Janice Edwards of Monticello, AR; special friend and life partner, Terrence Jones of Monticello, AR; mother and father in love, Mark and Jackie Simmons of Monticello, AR; two sons, Tariq Jenkins of Atlanta, GA and Tyler Jones of Monticello, AR; two brothers, William McCoy of Dallas, TX and Brandon Edwards of Austin, TX; one sister, Rosalind (Keith) Tenner of Monticello, AR; nephew, Tyricus (Jessica) McCoy of Monticello, AR; niece, Samone (Cedric) Hutson of Monticello, AR; as well as a host of great nieces, great nephews, cousins; the Roberson Family, her bonus family of Pine Bluff, AR; and other family and friends.
Visitation will be Friday, January 17, 2025, from 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. at Stephenson-Dearman Funeral Home. Funeral services will be Saturday, January 18, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. at Holmes Chapel Presbyterian Church in Monticello, Arkansas. Burial will follow in Oakland Cemetery. You can sign Tamira's guestbook registry here on her page.
Condolences(7)
WendyJohnson
Jonesboro, GA Friday, January 17, 2025 My condolences to her son's, and her family. I met her through my sister Ton. They attended college together She was just beautiful friendly person she always had a smile on her face.Our family considered her as family. I pray that Father give the family his strength and his perfect peace in Jesus name! RIP Beautiful!🙏🏽🤍💔Ms Cookie
Eudora, AR Friday, January 17, 2025 I had the pleasure of meeting Tamira when she came to pick her son Tyler up from school. She was such a sweet soul! I will miss seeing her when it’s time to pick up Tyler. RIP and I will always remember your friendly smile!Rashonda Carroll-Benford
Little Elm, TX Thursday, January 16, 2025 No words can describe how sorry I am for your loss. I am truly at a loss for words. In these moments, when there are no words, know that the ones we love remain beside us, now and always. RIL my friend and classmate. C/O 1993Rashonda Carroll-Benford
Robert Willis
Pine Bluff, AR Thursday, January 16, 2025 Tamira. You held our work family down you were very passionate and very kind to others. We spoke everyday or night our usual laughs about our shift. I miss you dearly this one hit hard take your rest my friend..April Block
Monticello, AR Wednesday, January 15, 2025 This is really leaving me with a loss of words. Had I known Saturday was the last day to laugh and talk to you, I would've held the conversation longer. Soft spoken but clearly understood. I have never heard you to get out of line with anyone and vice versa. Growing up with you the Eastend was the best times of our lives. Get your rest PIERachel Talley
Conway, AR Monday, January 13, 2025 I’m really at a loss of words 💔Just thinking back to high school what I remember most about her was us playing basketball ball together her sportsmanship and zeal she had for the game.She was very smart,kind,and always greeted you with a smile.She stood out among the class of 93 because of her kindness.RIL Tamira🙏🏼Toasha Smith-Davis
Romulus, MI Monday, January 13, 2025 Tamira's passing has really left me with a loss for words. I would just let to extend my most hearfelt condolences to her family and friends. There are so many fond memories that I have of her during our high school and college years . She will forever hold a special place in my heart. RIL my forever friend and classmate. C/O 1993Toasha Smith-Davis