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Obituary For Tamara Carlton
Miss Tamara "Tam" Jewell Carlton, 45, of Durham, NC was born August 23, 1975 to Daryl Carlton and Veda Bullock Sims in Durham, NC. She transitioned to her heavenly home on Saturday, May 1, 2021.
Tamara was educated in the Durham Public School System, graduating from Jordan Sr. High School in 1993. She went on to attend NC A&T State University, with a concentration in Political Science.
Tam was an excellent cook. She relished in and was passionate about preparing meals for her family, friends, and co-workers.
Time spent with Tam was full of joy and laughter. She was the families comedian and had a very infectious smile.
Tamara's professional career involved work in pre-school childcare and in customer service care representation most recently with NC Blue Cross Blue Shield. At an early age, Tam was baptized and attended North East Baptist Church, Durham, NC.
Fond memories of Tam will be cherished by her loving and devoted partner of 31 years, Kevin Becton, mother Veda Sims, father, Daryl (Marcie, Bonus Mom) Carlton, sister, Trisha Carlton, uncles, Bobby Bullock (Patricia), Lucious Bullock (Verna), John Bullock (Vanessa), Alvin Bullock (Linda), Connie Bullock (Shirley), Kenneth Bullock (Joyce), Ronald Watson, Raymond Paris, Ricky Carlton (Joshlyn), Gary Carlton, aunts, Peggy Bullock, Cleopatra Bullock, Pearl Bullock and Amanda Bullock. Charles and Brenda Becton and a host of relatives, friend and her four legged babies Jah and Daisy.
In honor of Tamara's wishes and due to COVID-19 no formal services will be scheduled. Family and friends will mourn and celebrate Tam's life at a later time.
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I am so saddened and shocked to learn of your passing Tamera. I will also hold dear our laughter and jokes shared friend. There was never a time I didn't see you smiling or laughing. While working at BCBSNC you would swivel that chair around and just have a look on your face and I would fall out laughing. Praying for your family and Kevin. I will miss you & may you rest in peace. Until we meet again...Love always, Courtney Gaylor
Sending my deepest condolences to the family, you all are definitely in my prayers.May God continue to comfort you during this difficult time.
Tiffany S.
Darryl and Marcie, my heart and prayers are with you and the family! May Our Lord, who comforts our heart, keeps you surrounded with His love at this time of mourning. Leilani
We are truly saddened to hear of the loss of your daughter. Our deepest condolences and prayers to you and your family.
May the Lord comfort and keep you during this time and always. We love you and you will forever have a place in our hearts. Amanda & Nick Holmes
Sending love and comfort to the Carlton Family
I am so saddened and shocked. She was such a wonderful person and will be missed. Sending prayers and comfort to the family. With love from Tasha Timberlake Hinton.
Peace & comfort to the family as you cherish her memories and remember her impact on your life and the lives of others.
I am so sadden to hear this. Praying for the family at this difficult time. Much love from Mitzi Flagler and family. Aka Mitzi Mickens.
To the family I am sorry for your lost, I am praying for you and I asking God to comfort your family in this time.
Sending love and sympathy To the Carlton Family.
Brian Smith
Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.
