Meat Cove/Sydney
We are saddened to announce the passing of our beloved wife, daughter, sister, aunt, and friend, Tamara ‘Tammy’ Marlene MacLellan, on May 14, 2022, at home in Sydney.
Born on September 5, 1968, in Meat Cove, Tammy was the daughter of Danena MacKinnon and the late George MacLellan.
Tammy had the opportunity to prepare for this time and has asked us to share with you her passing in her own words:
“I feel so blessed to have been able to have passed at home surrounded by my most cherished people. I am survived by my loving husband and care giver, James Campbell, who created with me a life worth living; my mother, Danena MacKinnon, who showed me how to walk through this world with grace and fortitude all the while displaying kindness and mercy; my kind-hearted and supportive sister, Anna (Paulie Buchanan), who was gracious enough to share her family with me; my oldest brother, Chris, who taught me how to love with compassion; my loyal brother, Robert, who always made me feel protected; my hardworking brother, Darrell, who was my ever present helper, and my chosen brother, Derrick, who kept me connected to my roots.
I was predeceased by my dad, George MacLellan; my oldest brother, Ricky; my grandparents who helped raise me; as well as many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. I’ve been assured that I will again find myself in their company.
To my nieces and nephews, thank you for sharing your lives with me. Being your aunt was one of the biggest honors of my life. I cherish each and every one of you. I have to say I learned from the best-Dodie, you were one of my greatest role models. Thank you to my aunts, uncles and cousins for showing me so much love and support. There have been some very special ones along the way. Thank you to my sisters-in-law, Deidre and Tracy, for inviting me into your families and allowing me to witness the beauty of motherhood. To my friends, thank you for showing me I was worthy of love and belonging. A special thank you to those who became my soul sisters and remained with me until the end, you know who you are. Thank you to James’ children, James (Chelsey) and Jalise, for sharing so many precious moments with me, especially, Carter and Charlotte.
To the bearers who carried my remains to its final resting place, thank you. You all held a very special place in my heart. A special thank you to the staff and volunteers at the Cancer Centre and Palliative Care, who always go above the call of duty. You truly are exceptional people.
Some may look at the date of my passing and think that I had a short-lived life, but the opposite is true. It felt as though I’ve lived several lifetimes. The most impactful was the result of a spiritual crisis at the age of 30 that was brought on by the suffering in the world including my own. The experience was so powerful that it caused me to pursue answers only God could give. God, in turn, forged a path that I would follow, albeit reluctantly at times, for the remainder of my life. It shaped the person most of you had come to know.
In lieu of flowers, and if it resonates with you, perform a random act of kindness. Do it for yourself even. The most precious gift you can give is your time. Thank you for having spent some of it on me.”
Visitation for the late Tammy MacLellan will be held on Thursday May 19, 2022, at the Meat Cove Welcome Centre, Meat Cove, from 2 to 4 p.m. for family only, and 7 to 9 p.m. for everyone.
Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Friday May 20, 2022, at 2 p.m. in St. Margaret’s of Scotland Church, St. Margaret Village, with Fr. Duncan MacIsaac and Fr. Alphonsus officiating. Interment will take place in the parish cemetery.
We will miss Tammy dearly and will cherish the time she spent in our lives.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care and direction of Pier Community Funeral Home.
Online Condolences
My deepest condolences to you James and to Tamara’s extended family, Tamara was a beautiful person.
From: Jim Sweeney
ames and family. We are so sorry to hear of the passing of your beautiful wife. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your families during this difficult time. May you RIP Tammy
From: Tracey Grabher and Robert George
My deepest sympathy to all the family. Tammy was a wonderful person and a kind and giving soul. ❤
From: Diana Deveau
Well said, Tammy. You are an inspiration
From: Blaine MacKinnon
Cousin James… My sincerest condolences to you during a difficult time. My hands are held high in Prayer for the passing of Tammy. Your Wife. Best Friend, Your Heart. May the Almighty wrap you up in his Grace and give you comfort and love, may your Heart continue to beat with Life and Love as time goes by. You are in my Prayers and in my Thoughts… WE Love you James…. All our LOVE. Mae, Anthony and Me ( Gail ) . Gods Grace be with you now and forever…
From: GAIL DOUGLAS
My heartfelt condolences and deepest sympathy to James, the family and many many friends, for their loss. Tamara was a beautiful soul, a great neighbor, and most importantly, a dear friend. She was a loving spirit that touched my life in so many ways. I am sure there are dozens upon dozens of people that feel the same way. It was an absolute honour and pleasure to have her in my life. I will never forget her! Rest assured, her seat in God’s kingdom is waiting for her.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
From: Marcia Thompson
God takes the greatest first. Tammy was one for sure. You will be missed by all. My deepest condolences to all your amazing family.
My deepest condolences to you James and family. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Tamara was a beautiful soul. May she rest in peace. 💔🙏❤️
Prayers for all . I know she will see her family again ♡
Deepest sympathies to all of Tammy’s Family and Friends. God Bless you all and keep you strong.
Remebering Tammy as a childhood friend and all the time we spend together at our grandparents ,as two little girls we had some great times ,I remember the day we decided to run away, bc we did something that we were not suppose have done ,but i cannot for life me remember wht ,now keep in mind we were probably 6 or 7 ,it was raining outside ,we went behind my grandmother’s house ,we were gone maybe 30 mins at the most . We were soaked so we decided to go home .Tammy went to.grammies I went home. I remember us both standing on our doorsteps counting to three then both off us walking into the house . Needless to say neither one off us got in trouble bc my grandparents or my mother did not know about the incident . As an adult I followed her journey and reach out a few times . She was strong woman .She has gained her angel wings . Hugs going out to all the family
I was honoured to know Tammy and considered her a friend. Although we had separate lives and never hung out that much. There was always a smile when running into each other, a how are things with you. And until the next time. Rest easy my friend and enjoy your wings. Fly high while looking out for your family.
Tammy you were one special lady ,one whom so many of us could learn so much from.Because of your faith in Jesus we will meet again.Condolences to your family.
My deepest condolences go out to her family and to her husband James….such a beautiful person,she will be greatly missed!
RIP beautiful Angel. My deepest condolences to James and Family
To Tammy’s family.our condolenes .Bless you all.
Such a sweet soul. So giving
My condolences to her family and friends. My heart is so sad to hear about this.
My deepest condolences to James and all of the family. Tamara was such a beautiful lady. May she Rest In Peace.
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I am deeply saddened by this news. I had the privilege to be Tammy’s teacher at Cabot. She was a very intelligent and passionate individual who was such a good role model for those around her. We did touch base over the years. One time we ran into each other in Sydney and sat for a coffee at Tim’s. It was so nice to chat outside a school setting. My deepest condolences to her husband and family. She was one of the best.
My condolences to the family .
Rest easy beautiful 💕 I had the privilege of working with Tamara and becoming friends lots of laughs, many walks we all had. One of the sweetest people I had the pleasure of meeting ! My sincere condolences James and all her Family and many Friends 💕
My heart is saddened by the news of Tammy’s passing. My condolences to James and Tammy’s family and friends. The strength of her beliefs in the almighty are shown in the fact that she was prepared to soar high and fly with the angels. Her creator will be waiting for her with open arms. To James I say hold on to the memories and know that the love and memories that you shared together will help you to get through the grief. She will always walk with you. You are blessed to have had such a beautiful strong woman in your life. Rest easy Tammy and fly high.💔💔
Dear James and the entire family of Tamara. We were all so lucky to know such an inspirational woman. Her laughter, her tears, her fight, her personality and her drive will never be forgiven. She gave all that she could give until God took her home. Rear on Peace sweet Tamara.
So deeply saddened to hear of Tamara’s (Tammy) passing. I only knew her from work but she was always such a kind, friendly & considerate person. My condolences to her family & loved ones on such a tremendous loss.
James;
I am so so sorry for your loss. Tamara was just the loveliest person. I wish you all the strength you need at this time. I hope you find comfort knowing she is truly at peace now.
My deepest condolences to James and Tam’s Family. Not only was she Chrissy’s Godmother but the sweetest friend(cousin) anyone could ever have. You are an inspiration to us all your courage. your faith and your love goes beyond words. Love you forever until we meet again rip my angel.
James and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Tamara was the sweetest person. I am sending many thoughts and prayers to you at this sad time.
James, I am so very sorry to hear of Tamara’s passing. My condolences to you and all her family. Hugs my friend
Our deepest sympathies to James and the family for your great loss. Tammy was a beautiful lady and was a friend to all. May your memories be a source of comfort for you all at this incredibly sad time. We have you all in our thoughts and prayers. May she Rest In Peace.
James and family we are so very sorry for your devastating loss . Bless you all in the days to come . Prayers
So saddened to hear of Tamara’s passing. I worked with her and she was a very amazing woman. My heart goes out to James and her entire family.
Tammy had a beautiful soul and a warm smile,I am so sorry for everyone’s loss she will be missed by a lot of people,Big hugs to all
To James and family, we are very sorry to hear of Tamara’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
James and family,
Cathy and I are devastated with the news of Tamara’s passing. Tamara was a kind, sweet, caring soul. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and the rest of her family. Take care.
Sincere condolences to James and family. We are blessed to have had Tamara in our lives.
My deepest condolences to Tammy’s family and friends. She was truly a very special person.
So sorry to hear of her passing. My condolences to her family and loved ones
My heartfelt condolences to you James and all family members. My Tamara Rest In Peace. Hugs
My sincere condolences to James and the whole family. RIP Tamara.
James and Family
May the memories you have shared with Tamara forever remain in your hearts and through them she will always be with each of you. Keeping you all in our prayers during this difficult time,
Patsy & Whitney Meade
Condolences James and family, you are in my thought and prayers
Sincere Sympathy Dianne MacAskill
My deepest condolences to James and Tam’s Family. Not only was she Chrissy’s Godmother but the sweetest friend(cousin) anyone could ever have. You are an inspiration to us all your courage. your faith and your love goes beyond words. Love you forever until we meet again rip my angel.
Condolences to James & family. So sorry for your loss. Sincerely Laurie Binns
My heartfelt condolences to Tamara’s family. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
I am so sorry to read of Tammy’s passing. She was one of the kindest, considerate, and caring persons I have ever met. Heaven has gained a true angel. Hugs to you James and deepest sympathy to the entire family. Please know that you are in my thoughts during this sad time.
James and Family: Sending our sincerest condolences during this difficult time. Tammy was a remarkable person who has shown great strength and dignity through her illness. Today and always may loving memories of your beautiful life together bring you peace and comfort. Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers.
With deepest condolences to all of Tammy’s family. Her strength, love and courage have been remarkable. Gifts to treasure her memory always.
James, my deepest sympathy goes out to you all at this difficult time. May happy memories of Tamara comfort you during this sad time.
James and family: So very sorry to hear of the loss of your dear one. I’m sure your memories of your time together will remain precious to you as she now rests in peace.
Valerie Barrett.
Brian and I send our deepest condolences. Our thoughts and prays are with her family.
Sending my deepest sympathies to Tammy’s family. She will be sadly missed.
James.Anna and I were very sorry to hear of Tamara’s passing. She was such a wonderful person, and your true soul mate. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this most difficult time. May she Rest In Peace and her memory never forgotten.
Sincerest condolences to James and the MacLellan family at this most difficult time. May you find comfort with your memories of a lovely person in the days ahead.
Condolences to Tammy’s friends and family. My childhood classmate and friend. Rest In Peace 💐
I had the pleasure of working with Tamara…. She was a quiet,smart,caring,and very funny soul….My condolences to James and Tamara’s family.
My deepest condolences to you James and family. Tamara was such a beautiful and kind person.
Dear Dannena and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. May God give you all strength to endure your loss . May your memories sustain you keep your beloved Tammy close to your hearts. .You are in my thoughts and prayers.
James, so sorry to hear of Tammy’s passing. My deepest condolences to you and all of both your family
James and Family,
Our heartfelt condolences. May your memories of beautiful sweet Tamara provide you comfort. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
James & Family so sorry for your loss. Tamara was a sweet, kind and beautiful soul. Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
To James and Tamara’s family
My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. Tamara was a beautiful person and she will be greatly missed.
My thoughts and most sincere sympathies are extended to all family members and friends.
James we are so sorry to hear about the passing of your wife. Our sincerest condolences to you and your family. You are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
in my younger days we had so much fun together, and even till this day our secrets remain with us ,her family always treated me as one of their own and that i will always cherish,the most that i loved about her is that she was so care free even on cold days she would never wear shoes lol,she said i like the feeling of things on my feet thats why i dont wear anything, she will truly be missed ,god bless her and her family and if ever if anything is needed and i have it they are welcomed to it,goodbye my friend until we meet again
Condolences to James and Tamara’s family. Tamara was a lovely person, it was an honour to work with her.
Kelly Lynn Campbell:
(James sister and Tammy McClellan). To my brother James I am deeply sorry for your loss and I share Sorrow deeply. My heart is broken because I lost a truly good friend and a beautiful soul that had a light that shine so bright it was blinding.
I have the pleasure of being her sister-in-law but I considered her my sister because we grown so close. I will truly miss her. There is not a day that goes by that I’m not thinking of her. But God has called his beautiful angel back home and she is wearing her wings so proudly becauseshe esrned them. To the McClellan family thank you for allowing her to be in our family and experience a beautiful soul that touched our hearts she will be sadly missed. And on behalf of the Campbell family I’d like to take this time to give our condolences and we are truly sorry for your loss. We are all going to truly miss her and so is Jagger. I myself will miss her the most because of all of our talks for hours and hangouts. Which we laugh,we cried and we grew so close as sisters. I will cherish that for the rest of my life knowing that I had the pleasure of being in her company and her presence. God please take care our angel that you have received because we will sadly miss her everyday each and every one of us. Fly high Tammy fly high you have your wings now and you are finally at peace..🙏🙏❤❤
Cousin James.. My Heart is sore and I weep for your loss. I hang my head and fold my hands in Prayer…. My deepest condolences to You and yours.. My Prayer for you is that Memories and Love and Light fill yours days going forward… Rainbows, Stars in the night, Quiet Days may they come and fill your Heart and Soul with Love…. May God and all is Wisdom surround you with Family and All that is GOOD… WE Love you James… Sending Blessings to you .. Anthony, Mae and ( Me ) Gail…
James and Family,
Deepest sympathies to you all. Tamara was one of those colleagues you dream of having the pleasure to work with. Thinking of you.
Sincere condolences James and Family on your deep loss. May the kind words and hugs offered at this difficult time comfort you.
Dear James: Donnie and I are so sorry to hear of the passing of Tammy. It is never easy to lose someone that you love but all the memories you shared together will always be with you. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Although we were not on talking terms for many years Tamara was one of the few people that touched my heart she was the type of person who accepted people for who they were and had a heart as big as all out doors . Anyone who had the privilege to speak with her could not help but see the purity of her soul R.I.P. angel
Condolences to all of Tammys family. ♥️