Tammy Denise Taylor, 64 of Springfield, passed away on November 10, 2026, at her home. She was born on December 4, 1961 in Springfield, the daughter of Patrick V. Campbell, Sr. and the late Marcelline Field Campbell.
She is survived by her father, Patrick V. Campbell, Sr. of Springfield; three children, Olivia (Danny) Van Dyke of Springfield, Cole Taylor of Easton, PA, and Chloe Taylor of St. Louis, MO; two grandchildren, Wren Burwell and Lucas Van Dyke; two siblings, Patrick V. (Jason) Campbell, Jr. of Chicago and Khristine (Ross) Solak of Streamwood; one nephew, Dane Solak and father of her three children, John Taylor of Springfield.
Tammy was a resident of Springfield for most of her life. She is a graduate of Sacred Heart Academy and attended Eastern Illinois University. Tammy retired from the State of Illinois, Department of Human Services after decades of service.
Tammy dedicated her life to her passions and being a Mother and Nana. She had a deep appreciation for music, art, and history. She was a talented artist, an avid gardener, cook, and canner.
Cremation Rites are being accorded by Staab Funeral Home – Springfield.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to UNICEF (United Nations Children’s Fund) or plant a tree in her memory on her obituary page at StaabObituary.com
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