38, of Jackson passed away Monday, October 29, 2012, from cancer. She was born July 21, 1974, and was a graduate of Columbia Central High School and Huntington University. Tanya spent her life honoring God by investing in children, most recently at Paragon Charter Academy and Pathway Community Church. She is survived by her husband of 15 years, Scott; children Jared, 6, and Caleb, 2; brother Rob (Holly) Wilkes of Spring Arbor; mother Judy Wilkes of Jackson; father Bob (Kathy) Wilkes of Liberty Twp.; and nieces Breanna and Jessica Wilkes. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Monday, November 5, 2012, at Pathway Community Church, 5225 Clinton Rd., in Jackson. The family will receive friends from 2-5 P.M. on Sunday, November 4, 2012, at Chas. J. Burden Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Pathway Community Church.