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Tammy Jill Rudolph Grimsley, 48, passed away peacefully Oct. 31, 2009, at her home in Shenandoah surrounded by her husband, daughters, and  siblings. Tammy fought a courageous 17-month battle with cancer and is now with our Lord.
Tammy was born May 3, 1961, to the late Carl E. and Mary S. Rudolph of Shenandoah.
On Feb. 23, 1985, Tammy married the love of her life, Jeffrey S. Grimsley, who survives. In addition to her husband, she is survived by three daughters, to whom she devoted her life, Andrea Grimsley of Shenandoah, Stephanie Richards and husband, Dakota, of Stanley, and Bethany Price and husband, Brandon, of Clarksville, Tenn. Also surviving are her two beautiful grandchildren, Dawson Douglas Scott Richards and Chloe Mira Jill Price. Tammy was the youngest of her seven brothers and sisters, who also survive.
In addition to spending time with her loved ones, Tammy also enjoyed listening to Bluegrass and Gospel music; taking vacations to Cape Hatteras, N.C.; and reading scripture from her Bible. Tammy took pride in her community and was involved in various organizations throughout her life. She was a member of Christ United Methodist Church in Shenandoah, an associate member of the Shenandoah Volunteer Fire Department, and the Secretary for Food For Friends in Shenandoah. Tammy touched the lives of many people and will always be remembered for her kindness and compassion towards others.
Funeral services will be held at Christ United Methodist Church on Tuesday, Nov. 3, at 11 a.m. Burial will follow at Eastlawn Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends on Monday, Nov. 2, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Christ United Methodist Church.
Memorial donations may be made to the Christ United Methodist Church Building Fund, c/o Judy Jewell, 134 Marcus St., Shenandoah, VA 22849.
Online condolences may be sent to the Grimsley family by visiting www.kygers.com.
Arrangements entrusted to the Kyger Funeral Home in Elkton.
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