Tammy Lynn Velasco

Tammy Lynn Velasco, 58, of Parker, Colorado passed away Monday morning, January 1, 2024, at Parker Adventist Hospital in Parker, Colorado following an unexpected medical event suffered the previous evening.

She was born on September 9, 1965, in Decatur, Indiana to Norval and Donna (Pettibone) Lehman. Tammy was united in marriage to Kyle Velasco on March 17, 1990, in Berne, Indiana.

A 1984 Honors Graduate of South Adams High School, Tammy earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary  Education from Indiana University in 1989, and she went on to achieve a Masters in Counseling at IU South Bend in 1996.

Tammy was a dedicated educator for 35 years, touching the lives of countless students, families, and peers in both Indiana and Colorado. Most recently, Tammy served as a Guidance Counselor at Sand Creek Elementary in Highlands Ranch, Colorado. Additionally, Tammy shared her expertise as a financial advisor for World Financial Group.

Tammy found joy in the simple pleasures of life, from playing tennis to making a splash in the swimming pool, caring for her dogs, cheering on her Hoosiers, and playing cards with her family. The bond Tammy shared with her four college friends was unbreakable, a friendship that stood the test of time and distance. Above all, Tammy's commitment to her faith was the cornerstone of her life. A true prayer warrior, she found solace and strength in her daily prayers, her Bible studies, and her dedication to living a life anchored in her beliefs. Tammy was a faithful member of The Bridge Community Church.

Tammy's love for her two sons was immeasurable; they were her pride and joy, her greatest accomplishments. Vacationing with her family was not just a pastime but a cherished opportunity to create memories that would last a lifetime. In every moment spent with her loved ones, Tammy radiated love and happiness, leaving an indelible mark on their hearts.

She is survived by her husband, Kyle Velasco of Parker, Colorado; son, Daniel John Velasco of Tucson, Arizona; son, Andrew James Velasco of Omaha, Nebraska; parents, Norval and Donna Lehman of Berne, Indiana; brother, Trent (Cathy) Lehman of Berne, Indiana; and mother-in-law, Jane Velasco of Berne, Indiana.

A funeral service for Tammy will be held at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, January 10, 2024, at the First Mennonite Church in Berne, Indiana with Pastor Jim Schwartz officiating. Burial will follow at Mazelin Cemetery in rural Berne, Indiana.

The family will receive friends from 3:00 to 8:00 p.m. Tuesday, January 9, 2024, at the Zwick & Jahn Funeral Home, Yager-Kirchhofer Chapel in Berne and from 9:15 to 10:15 a.m. Tuesday prior to the service at the church.

Tammy was very passionate about Haiti the family would request memorial contributions be made to Mission of Hope (missionofhope.com) to assist with the relocation of both the orphanage and elder living facilities.

Arrangements by Zwick & Jahn Funeral Homes, Yager-Kirchhofer Chapel of Berne, Indiana