Tammy Wallach
Tammy Wallach, age 63, of DeSoto, Missouri, passed away peacefully on July 12, 2026, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born on March 6, 1963, at St. John’s Mercy Hospital.
In Loving Memory of Tammy Marie Wallach
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Tammy Marie Wallach, who passed away on July 12, 2026, at the age of 63.
Tammy lived a life filled with compassion, determination, and an extraordinary love for both people and animals. To know her was to know someone with a heart big enough to care for those who couldn’t care for themselves. She devoted countless hours to rehabilitating wildlife, opening her heart and home to animals in need. She lovingly raised raccoons—her absolute favorite—as well as foxes, squirrels, opossums, skunks, deer, kittens, and many other creatures. Every life mattered to her, and she had a remarkable gift for nurturing them until they were ready to return to the wild.
From a young age, Tammy’s love for animals was evident. She proudly participated in 4-H and was an accomplished equestrian who treasured every moment spent with her horses. She also excelled on the softball field throughout high school, helping lead her teams to championship victories with the same determination and competitive spirit that she carried throughout her life.
Tammy was also a hardworking entrepreneur who proudly owned and operated her own small business. She approached everything she did with strength, resilience, and an unwavering work ethic.
Above all else, Tammy’s greatest joy was her family. She loved her children and grandchildren with her whole heart. Her love was fierce, unconditional, and everlasting, and the memories she created with them will be cherished forever.
Tammy was preceded in death by her beloved son, David Michael Peter; John Peter, the father of her sons David and Danny; her father, Francis “Pete” Wallach; and her mother, Jeri Laverne Roach.
She leaves behind her son, John Daniel Peter; her daughter, Sara Kimbrough; her beloved grandson, Dominic; and her cherished granddaughters, Leah and Sophia, along with many extended family members, dear friends, and countless people whose lives were enriched by knowing her.
Tammy’s kindness, strength, laughter, and boundless love for animals and family will never be forgotten. Though our hearts are broken by her absence, we find comfort in knowing that the compassion she showed to every life she touched will continue to live on through those who loved her.
Forever loved. Forever missed. Forever in our hearts.
Service Information
Memorial Service: Sunday, July 26, 2026, beginning at 2:00 PM. (Location details are pending. Please check back for updates.)
Memorial Contributions
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Tammy’s honor to support her lifelong passion for animal rescue:
Wildlife Rehabilitation Clinic
1864 Little Brennan Rd.
High Ridge, MO 63049
(A volunteer, non-profit organization specializing in the rescue and rehabilitation of native Missouri mammals.)
Tammy was a kindhearted niece that was devoted to her family, children, grandchildren and to any living creature in need of care. She was a “free spirit” that touched the lives of many. We will miss her beautiful smile and the fierceness she possessed. Fly high Tammy!
My beautiful friend for decades, this still doesn’t feel real.
Tammy had a heart of pure and genuine love and compassion for people, animals and all of God’s creation of nature.
She would literally give you the shirt of her back and smile at you, a pure soul of sincerity for the the overlooked and underdogs who struggled. She always showed up with a sincere big smile and laugh from the heart, despite the trauma her young life had endured, nobody was ever turned away from a real hug, belly laugh or broken heart she is one of the last few real people, she wasn’t out to put on shows for an outward appearance, she was all about your heart…she told me not too long ago how she hates money and the greed of people who love it and live for it.
The most beautiful soul I’ve ever known.
You are with your son and his daddy now and pain free from sickness and pain of this world💕🙏
Wow I’m at a loss for words, I loved Tammy, I used to live with her when I was younger she was always good to me. Im gonna miss her.
Wow I’m at a loss for words, I loved Tammy, I used to live with her when I was younger she was always good to me. Im gonna miss her.
Rest in peace, Aunt Tammy. 💔
You were always such a strong, free spirit. Every time I saw you, you had a smile on your face and a positive outlook that could brighten any room. You left this world far too soon, and my heart is broken knowing you’re gone.
While we’ll miss you deeply, I find comfort in knowing you’re no longer in pain and are experiencing a joy and peace beyond anything we can imagine. Give Tap, Dave, and Grandpa a big hug from me.
I love you always. Thank you for being exactly who you were—a beautiful light in so many lives. You’ll never be forgotten. ❤️
I’m so sorry for her earthly departure. I just saw her a couple of months ago and she seemed great (as usual). Now her soul is free to fly and grace family and friends with her kisses from heaven. Enjoy your flight my dear friend.
I am so sorry to hear this, Tammy was a really good person with a huge heart. No matter how bad things could get she always managed to smile and laugh about it.
Since she lost her son David she was struggling. Her heart was heavy with grief. No more pain and struggling my friend.
She was so proud of her children and grandchildren, I wish them peace, knowing their mom is in heaven with her David and parents.
A beautiful lady has left us but she will always be remembered by her kindness to others, her laugh that lit up the room and the love she had for all the little critters.
God bless you Tammy. I love you and will miss you my friend.