Tammy Mae Powles

Tammy Mae Powles, 45 of Mount Pleasant, SC passed away unexpectedly in a plane crash on Monday, March 23, 2020. Tammy was born on March 24, 1974 in Charlotte, NC. She is survived by her parents, David G Powles of Waxhaw, NC and Gail A Orman of Monroe, NC. Two sisters, Amy P Farmer (Donnie) and Deborah P Splawn (Sonny) both of Waxhaw, NC. Two nieces, Tiffany P Saunders of Wilmington, NC and Amber N Gordon of Monroe, NC. A nephew, Zachary D Farmer of Waxhaw, NC. Two bonus nieces, Amanda (Mandy) F Helms and Melissa F Phifer. Two bonus nephews, Donnie R Farmer III and Daniel L Farmer. An aunt, Beverly Armstrong of Wellsville, NY and an uncle Richard G Orman (Mary) of West Palm Gardens, FL. Nine cousins. She was preceded in death by her paternal grandparents, Fredrick and Ruth Powles; maternal grandparents, Walter and Lois Orman; and her aunt Joanie Strassner. Tammy graduated from the Art Institute of Charlotte in 2001 with an Associate Degree in Interior Design. She was a Regional Residential Sales Manager for Elkay USA. Tammy worked in the plumbing industry for many years and was well known in the field. She loved her family dearly and was a loyal friend to many. She was full of life and touched many people with her kindness. Tammy was witty with an infectious smile. She will be dearly missed. The service will be private. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. In lieu flowers, the family requests memorials be made to your favorite charity. Online condolences may be made to www.gordonfuneralservice.com.