Obituary Overview
Forever Loved
It is with extreme sadness that we announce the death of Tamye Dunbar. Tamye was an amazing wife, mother, daughter and friend to many. On Mar 9, 2018, Tamye passed away at the age of 47 after a courageous fight against Lupus and Pneumonia—far too early for such an outstanding and loved lady.
Tamye was born in Calgary on July 25, 1970, to Gwen Germain and Gary Vansickle. The family moved often while Tamye was in her younger years, with Gwen and Tamye ultimately settling in Edmonton.
Tamye graduated in 1988 from J. Percy Page High School. She then took a leading role in developing the Chili’s restaurants in the area. Tamye’s desire to teach pushed her to get a Bachelor of Education degree from the University of Alberta. Tamye excelled as a teacher at WP Wagner for several years before transitioning into a home based business—Stampin’ Up. She again excelled and was a constant leader and top performer in the organization for 17 years.
Tamye met Jason Dunbar in high school. They started dating years afterwards and married on August 1, 1998. The luckiest couple in the world welcomed McRae Dunbar into their lives on July 6, 2002. Tamye was the most dedicated and amazing mother, rightfully proud of the incredible person McRae continues to grow into.
Tamye is remembered and cherished by her husband Jason Dunbar and McRae “Monkey” Dunbar; Mother Gwen Germain and Step Father Gerry Mowatt and sons Arli and Kelsey; Father Gary Vansickle and Step Mother Kathy Mastrobuono and children Joleen and Sandy; Mother in Law Brenda Dunbar and Father in Law Bruce Dunbar; Brother in Law Andrew Dunbar and Sister in Law Tanya Handley Dunbar; Aunts, Uncles, Cousins, along with other family members, and the thousands of friends who were enthralled by her huge heart, compassion, service and immense capacity to laugh, love, learn, teach and share.
We extend a special thank you to all the amazing medical personnel who worked with Tamye, as well as the dear friends who supported Tamye, Jason, McRae and other family members throughout the illness and its aftermath.
Recommended memorial donations can be made to Lupus Canada, the Canadian Blood Services, a Women’s Shelter or any other venue you know that would align with Tamye’s values.
We will have a celebration of life for Tamye on Saturday, August 4th, 2018, at the place she was always happiest, her home and garden oasis in Sherwood Park.
Tamye found inspiration in the Beatles song “Blackbird” when she was battling her illness, which now deeply resonates with those healing from this tragic loss.
Nos plus sincères sympathies à la famille et aux amis de Tamye Dunbar 2018.source
Décès pour la Ville: Sherwood Park, Province: Alberta
