Tamra Jean (Hedges) Trader
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Tamra Jean (Hedges) Trader was born on December 11, 1961 in Independence Missouri. Tami left this earth on September 14, 2023 to be with her heavenly father after a short illness. Tami was preceded in death by her parents, John and Betty Hedges, and her older brothers John (Dub) and Steven all of Independence.
She was a graduate of William Chrisman high school. Her last employment was ATK ammunition plant where she retired from.
Her survivors include her sister Di Ann Ricketts, and four children, Johnny and Dusty Edwards, and Dakota and Kolten Trader. She also leaves behind four grandchildren, Kolby Edwards and Kaden, Karson, and Kai Trader.
Probably one of her biggest enjoyments in life was her love of animals, especially her pit bull Buddy. She enjoyed watching animal planet and any vet shows. Tami also enjoyed planting flowers and spending time with her kids and grandchildren.
She will be sorely missed by her family, but we know she rests in God’s hands now.
I am so sorry to hear of Tami’s passing. She was my childhood bestie and although I haven’t seen her for awhile, she will be greatly missed. Never put off going to see someone. She was always a good friend.
1/6/2026 – Tami, I came across your death notice today. While working on genealogy. I’m in shock! Wish there was someone who could tell me what happened, etc. In the late 1990s, Your Mom & I had a few light chats / updates. LOL, after I explained who I was. Reminding her that I’d been to her house many times with you, LOL. ♡ I’ve thought of you many times over the years !!! Shared stories of our adventures. ♡ I remember Good, Funny, Hilarious, Scary, Happy, Memories. ♧♧ Back in the mid 1980s, Tami & I where next door neighbors. We were shared our semi close pregnancies ( Dusty & my daughter Megan.) Little things we did & loved. Volleyball ~ Indep Rec. Our team Name, the Court Jesters. Also, volleyball in her yard almost every fair weather night!! Mommy & baby toddler activities ( Sermon Cter Truman Rd) swimming lessons ( YMCA). Loved her Doberman. So Many More Super Special Days!!! ♧♧♧♧ Anyone wanting to see pictures of Tami + back in the 1980s feel free to contact me via FB. Beware, I will ask a few questions to make sure you really knew Tami. ☆ Rhonda Hogue Smith ♧ Connect via FB Rhonda Hogue Lugenbeel