Birth date: Feb 3, 1960 Death date: Aug 28, 2025
Tammy Layne (Bates) Bartley was born in February 1960, to Jo-Ann and Herbert Bates. She was the 3rd of 5 living children and jokingly referred to herself as the poor middle-child. Tammy's family roots are in the rich Appalachian c Read Obituary
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One of many favorite memories is Tammy baking at home. She actually baked her way through “The Bread Bible” by Rose Levy Barenbaum. She actually corresponded with Rose about some of the recipes. I gained 20 lbs taste testing bread upon bread!
A favorite memory was when Tammy decided to bake her way through “The Bread Bible” by Rose Levy Beranbaum over a year. She corresponded with Rose about some of her recipes. I gained 20 lbs taste testing all the delicious breads!
I will always remember Tammy as such a kind soul. Our condolences are with the family at this time. God bless, Vernon Griffin
