Happy birthday..I can’t believe you are not here to celebrate it… just the other day I was looking at a picture that was taken in the hospital the day after you were born (Hialeah hospital).  It had Bill, Joann,Faye and myself. They had come to see my beautiful daughter… life is not the same without you…Sara has so many of your ways and is a very good person.. you would be proud.
You are dearly missed ..mom

Happy Birthday to Tammy...
This would be her 63rd Birthday. She was most proud of Sara than anything else in her life. It would please her to know that Sara has just received her 3rd college degree. They are, in order:
1. Bachelor of Science - Biology
2. Associates of Science - Registered Nurse
3. Bachelor of Science Nursing
In addition, while in High school and college, She worked as a pharmacy tech, earning the status of Registered lead Pharmacy tech.
Now working on a Pulmonary floor in a Hospital in Tampa, She's been given several leadership roles, including teaching and guiding newly graduated nurses. as well as opportunities to work in multiple other areas, including Intensive care.
Tammy would not only be profoundly proud of Sara. She would be telling everyone all about it. So, it is I who is just as proud of her, that boasts about Sara's accomplishments for both of us.
There is a certain gentleman, who seems to have taken her heart over the last couple years. He's a very nice guy. Like her mother, however, he will remain a "Candidate" until SHE decides it's something more. 
Of course always loved and always missed, Tammy made the biggest impact in turning my life around, reminding me how to have fun and continues, in spirit, to do so.

Tammy you are so missed. You and David were suppose to take care of me. Now neither are you here . I guess everyone in a happy place. One day I will join y’all . Love you always
Mama

Where has the time gone? I think of you often, our time together was way to short! It doesn’t seem possible that so many are with you, it makes me feel comforted that someone is caring for you. I love and miss you! Peg

Tammy would be 62 years old as of 2 days ago. Still missed. Loved, always. Sara and I celebrated her birthday at dinner together, as always, at a very nice restaurant. We tipped a couple Margarita toasts to her birthday. Tammy would be proud to know that, now a Nurse, making more money than her retired dad, picked up the tab.

Very sad news came, some weeks ago, with news of the sudden death of David Cockcroft, Tammy's Step-father and "Gramps" to Sara. "Grandma Pops" is her name for Grandfather, Bill Banks, who we lost in 2016.

But, we carry on, celebrating the lives of those we have lost to the angels, over the years, speaking of them often, to keep them with us.

Happy Birthday, my dear! 

Another year and I wish you were here to celebrate it. Well you have almost your entire family with you. David being the last one to join y’all. I hope everyone is having a good time telling good stories about everyone left behind. All of you are missed so much. Happy birthday my blue eyed little girl. Mom

Tammy , it’s seems like yesterday’s that you left us . And yet it seems sometimes it’s been forever. You are always with me no matter where I go. I see those beautiful blue eyes. Rest peacefully always love you . Mom

10 years ago today we all lost a great love of our lives. It's difficult to realize it's been that long already. She touched each of our lives in many different ways. For me the most significant of many was to bring me back from a very low self-esteem and taught me how to have fun, again. Missing her as much as we all do, I'm pleased to say I'm still practicing "fun" in my life. I have Tammy to thank for that. Always missed. Always loved.

It would be 31 years that Tammy and I "Eloped", going to the JP on New years eve morning to be married. We both dressed for the occasion. After the ceremony, we went to have a celebratory brunch. Then dressed for work and proceeded to arrive for work around noon. Never said a word to anyone about our big event.

I still think of it as great fun for us. Later in January, we went to NYC for a convention and considered it our honeymoon. I had to attend the convention during the day. But our evenings were ours to enjoy. 
One night we had a great dinner on 42nd street. ( this was the period when the Mayor had begun to clean up that area.) 

Another night we stopped at St. Patrick's Cathedral. When we walked in and stood in the back vestibule, a "High Mass" was going on, when most of the ceremony is conducted in chanting song. by the priests. 

There were others standing there with us. Suddenly, Tammy turned to me very much taken by the pomp and circumstance. and with wide eyes said, "David! Do something Catholic!" 

That drew a chuckle from those standing near enough to hear her exclamation. I surprised, even myself when I replied, asking "like what? Should I run through the stations of the cross or toss holy water on you? Or just kneel down and say a prayer?" To which there was outright laughter from the group around us.

It was clear we were creating a disturbance. So, we left pretty soon after.

Another night we went to the Rainbow room, a bar/restaurant at the top of Rockefeller Center. When we got there I was not permitted entry because "Gentlemen must wear Jackets in the Rainbow room." Tammy was dressed appropriately and our hotel was only a couple blocks away.. So. I left her to wait there for me to return with a proper jacket.

To my surprise on my arrival back at the Rainbow Room, was my new wife sitting among some Japanese business men who were having their picture taken with her in the middle of about 4 or 5 of them . 

She told me they approached her and asked politely, if she would honor them with a picture or two.

To this day, I'm not sure what that was all about in the minds of the men. But I've always felt I arrived in the Knick of time. 

That is among some of my favorite memories of her. She was bold and brave. And she made life a lot of fun. 

Happy Anniversary!

Tammy, you always brighten my day. I speak to you and about you with your independence and sparky personality. Miss you, Peg

Happy birthday my beautiful lady. You would be so proud of Sara. She is ready to be a nurse. We all miss you . You left me to soon , I don’t think I’ll ever get over it. You should be here enjoying Sara great accomplishments . She is the star of my life . Love you always . Mom

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, Tammy!!
You would be 61 years old, today. And I’m still 13 years older than you. LOL
You are missed and loved, always. 
There’s not a day that goes by, still, without being reminded by one thing or another that you might have said or done about it. Sara, often says or does things because she is so like you in so many ways
I’ll be raising a glass (0r two ) to your memory, today. 
Love ya!

Miss our shopping trips in Miami, always think about you. Love Peg

Tammy, I know you are dancing in the sky with Bill and JoAnne . Miss you all every day, You three are always in my heart. Sure miss all the fun we had together. Love you--Faye

Tammy you were a wonderful daughter. I miss all the good times we had and your beautiful blue eyes. You would be surprised how much you are missed. A day hardly goes by that you are not in my thoughts. I wish I had more time with you . You will always be loved . Mom

Your mother and I had so much fun traveling with you! You were always “in the know” and tons of fun! I have so many wonderful memories of you. I miss you so much
Becky

9 years, today, since we lost Tammy to the ages. However, I've said it many times and it continues today. Speaking of her often keeps her always with us .  She is very much missed, But, remains in our hearts. I will confess that when we met and married, Tammy and her family showed me how to have fun. Something I had nearly forgotten for a time. I will always remember and be grateful for that. Sara, now 27, thrives, as she is determined to continue her education, while working full time and to her goal of becoming a Nurse Practiconer , reminds me of her mom more often than not.

Tammy, we all miss you so much. We had many good times together. You were such a special spark

Happy 30th Anniversary!
It was a Friday Morning we took off work to get married by a JP. We both reported to work that afternoon. So much for an elopement wedding day.

It was unique to say the least. We both enjoyed the secret we kept from everyone, all day. I don't remember what we did that weekend. I do remember we delayed our honeymoon for a couple weeks. Then went to New York City for a convention I was scheduled to attend. We went to great restaurants, made time to see the sights. 

One sight was a visit to St. Patrick's Cathedral, while a high mass was being said. As we stood in the rear vestibule, watching the pomp and circumstance of a High mass. (A Mass where most of the ceremony is sung by the priest)  Tammy was enthralled by. She was so emotionally taken by it all, she turned to me and said in a very excited whisper, "David! DO SOMETHING CATHOLIC!".

i took it as a joke, and responded with something like' "What? Should I kneel? Throw holy water at you? Give you my confession? Then realized how serious she was while we listened to chuckles around us, from people nearby who heard us. She forgave me eventually. 

Miss you! Love you! Always!

Tammy, One day we will always be together again and oh what a party we will have. Until then, I love you.

Oh , Tammy to think you came in to our lives 60 years ago was wonderful. In fact you are still in my everyday life . You can’t be replaced. We all miss you , but glad you are with your favorite people . Someday I will join y’all. Mom

On your Birthday, thinking of you as always. You brought such joy and love to our family. Miss you, Aunt Faye PS: Give Bill and JoAnne a hug from me.

HAPPY 60th BIRTHDAY, Darlin!

The numbers may be flying by, my dear. But as you are now among the ageless, know this...In our hearts, you remain, every bit, the beauty I eloped with, nearly 30 years ago.

Along with the entire family, Sara and I love and enjoy sharing memories of you and will always "love you more!"

I love and miss you! Your wonderful spirit lives in my heart forever.
Peg

Hi Tammy. When I think of vacations, cruise ships, the family outings that I was at, the many laughs that we had, made me very happy, I think of you. I sure do miss you. Love, your friend Mary.

We shared so many wonderful times! Such fun memories.
We all still miss you so much!
Love you 
Becky

Tammy, a day late....but just want to say that I miss you every day, I love you.
I agree with David's idea that we will have a grand reunion on the other side.
That is if we all make it to the same place (: . Aunt Faye

it seems every year, I find myself asking how it is it's been this many years Tammy is gone. But it's true. The years go by so quickly. So many things to tell. Yet none compare in importance to the bottom line that we loved her. We still love her, we will always love her.  We all miss her so much. That is truly all that matters until we all join her, in our own time.

We all can take comfort in knowing that when that day comes for each of us, we will be treated with first class accommodations arranged for us by the best damned "Cruise Director" there ever was. Once settled in and hugs and kisses are done. I look forward to walking with Tammy to a heavenly "No Name Pub" and find the familiar huge grin of Bill Banks waiting at the bar, offering us non-alcoholic beers,, perfectly chilled and sleeved in koozies, as we pull up our chairs to catch up and share stories for the rest of the day.

Fantasy? Perhaps. But I cannot think of a more delightful fantasy.

Eight years seems long , yet feels like you were here yesterday . You are missed . Mom

Tammy, I think of you every time I go to the Jewish bakery. We enjoyed our times together. I’m so glad we had our private times to chat. You just left too soon. I’ll catch you on the flip side.

Peg

Tammy,
I take you with me everywhere with me. Our relationship has changed a lot but you are always a great listener! I love you.

Aunt Peggy

I can’t believe you are gone. I remember the day you were born in Hialeah hospital . You were a long painful delivery, but you were worth it. You only weighed 5 lbs and when I saw you I knew you were ours. You favorited members of the family. Lady you are so missed. My heart hurts when I think about you not being here with us. Love u always Mom.

I hope you are dancing in the sky with the angels. Love you

Tammy, we all still miss you very much. Can't believe how much time has passed or how often I remember our special bond and the laughs.
Love you, Faye

Hey Girl,
Miss you 
Peg

This date rings with bittersweet emotions for me each year. Sad for Sara, myself and the family, for losing Tammy far too soon. But happy for her for losing the pain & suffering.
Having her in our hearts and keeping her spirit alive in our conversations about her, sustains us. She lives through Sara in so many ways. Often she will do or say something, and I will smile and say to her, "Hello, Tammy!".
She is missed and loved, always

Still miss u very much . Today I’m on cayman island, the place u and i enjoyed coming to. As I look at the beautiful water I know U r out their somewhere at peace. Love mom

Thinking of her, on what would be our 28th Anniversary. I've always said that every year at midnight, the world celebrates, the end of the day we were married, as they reach the midnight hour to ring in the next year of our marriage.
Tipping a tumbler to you, my dear! Happy Anniversary!

Happy birthday Tammy. You are missed

Happy Birthday, Darlin! Missing you! "Love you More!"

6 years gone and u still are missed everyday. U left us to soon. Mom

We love and miss you. Hope you are with Mom and Bill and watching over us. One day we will all be together again!

Tammy, I was just showing a picture of you to my three kids, I miss your rare sarcasm and love of life! We shared a unique bond that will be forever in my heart! Too bad not everyone recognized it, OXOX

Happy Birthday! You continue to be missed by so many people, I love you, miss you and know that you are in a happy place with Bill and JoAnne.

Happy birthday Tam. I was in Hialeah hospital 57 Year’s ago waiting for you to arrive in my life. Our time together was to short . But today I’m spending the next best thing !! Being with Sara. Love u mom.

Tammy would be 57, tomorrow. I think we all agree that She was one of a kind. "They broke the mold...", as they say.
Happy Birthday, Darlin! Raise one for us, as we all raise ours to you!
You are missed, you are loved, you are never forgotten!

Remembering Tammy today and everyday. You are missed and loved.

Tammy's mom, mentioned Tammy's blue eyes. I've never been one to take note of the color of one's eyes. I often have to think a minute when I try to remember the color of my children's eyes. Tammy's had the brightest, bluest eyes, that stood out. In some lighting conditions, her eyes would seem to beam. Those eyes are forever fixed in my memory bank. Looking at the pictures included on this site one can see some shots that really bring them out. Our progeny, Sara, continues to bloom as the beautiful young woman she has become. She is now working full time in the Publix pharmacy in Dade City, FL as a registered Pharmacy Tech, and about to take her test to get certification for the same. She's not stopping there, however. She's back in school, getting prerequisites completed to be ready for graduate school. And frugal, like her mom, her student loans, after graduating last fall, are lower than most car loans. As always, Tammy is loved, remembered in stories we all share and most of all, forever missed.

Another mother day gone 5 years ago was the last time I saw your blue eyes shine. You are missed so much . Mom

Happy birthday. you are missed by all. I'm sure u are smiling down on Sara and very proud of her. We all are