Tanya Ann Ealey

Tanya Ann Ealey, 32, died suddenly at her home in Brighton, Colorado, on Friday, November 21, 2008.Born to Robert C. and Maxine May (Brown) Ealey on August 15, 1976 in Denver, Colorado, she grew up in Longmont where she graduated from Olde Columbine High School.She had worked in area bars and restaurants as a server and bartender. Most recently, she had worked for Hopper's Sports Grill in Wheat Ridge where she was known not only for her dependability and trustworthiness, but also her welcoming smile, compassion, and friendly nature. She enjoyed bowling and spending time with her family. Tanya is survived by her father, Robert Ealey; sister, Natalie Ealey; three brothers, Gerald Lee Humphrey, Mark Allen Humphrey, and John Todd Humphrey and their families; her paternal grandmother, Carmen Francis; and her paternal grandfather, Glen Ealey. She is further survived by aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and extended family and friends.She was preceded in death by her mother, and her maternal grandparents.Cremation arrangements have been entrusted to Howe Mortuary and Cremation Services, Longmont. A memorial service will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, November 29, 2008, at Hopewell Baptist Church, 1146 Kimbark St., Longmont, with Reverend Corey Seulean officiating. A private inurnment will be held at Longmont Mountain View Cemetery.Memorial donations may be made to Howe Mortuary for the Tanya Ealey Memorial Fund, 439 Coffman St., Longmont, CO 80501.Please share thoughts, memories and condolences with her family at www.howemortuary.com.