Tanya Skeen, age 46

Lost to gun violence on April 16, 2016 in Orlando, Florida.

Skeen was among several people in a large crowd who were struck by bullets from a drive-by shooting.

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  • Nickname:
    7 Grunt, Wanka, Tan
    2 grunt
  • Number of children:
    1 I miss my aunt/God mom, she was like my best friend. love you
  • Personality:
    4 wonderful amazing person i have ever had the pleasure to call my mom
    3 Kind, loving, caring and funny. She had the biggest heart and a beautiful smile.
    4 One of the most amazing women, EVER! Love her forever and always
    1 Took care of my child like her own and taught me more about being a mom. Forever grateful
    2 Thank you for loving me and believing in me when i didn't believe in myself
    1 GMomma I love you and thank you. I will cherish our memories always.
  • Occupation:
    1 Crewing Coordinator, Fabricator, Daycare
  • Workplace:
    1 Frito Lay, Qorvo, Tanya's Daycare
  • Schools attended:
    4 Thomasville High School
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