Tamara Marlys Barnes, 49, passed away peacefully Wednesday, May 19, 2021, at Providence St. Peter Hospital in Olympia, Wash. She was born March 13, 1972, in Centralia, Wash., and was the baby daughter of Terry and Kae Studeman. She graduated from Centralia High School in 1990, and South Puget Sound Community College.
Tami loved spending time with her family, gardening, and going to the lake. Her miniature schnauzers, Jade and Jenna, were also her family. Those dogs loved and adored her and spent countless hours on her lap. Tami worked for over 20 years in the dental profession. She has been the office manager at Olympia Dental Group for Dr. Thinh Ho. She was loved and respected by her dental family and will be greatly missed. The family gives special thanks to Dr. Ho for the trust and support he gave to Tami and her family.
Tami fought a valiant battle with cancer for three short months. She was strong and took her diagnosis with strength and grace.
Tami is survived by her husband of 23 years, Ryan Barnes; two beloved sons, Tye (21) and Hunter (15); sisters, Lisa Studeman, Kris Coty, Teresa (Bob) Wollan; and her adopted sister, Sheri Campbell.
There will be no formal services, the family will gather to celebrate her life at a date in June.
