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In memory of
Tyra Jon-Bertucci Dow
August 31, 1973 - May 3, 2024
Aug 31, 1973 - May 3, 2024
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In lieu of flowers
Please consider a gift to
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention or St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
Obituary
Tyra Jon-Bertucci Dow Cortez passed away unexpectedly on May 3, 2024 in Slidell, La.
Tyra was preceded in death by her parents Terry J. Dow, Sr. And Margaret Jean "Jeanie" Bevering Luc.
Tyra was born August 31, 1973 in St. Bernard, La. She was a long time resident of Slidell, La.
She is survived by her husband, Jeremy Cortez, her children Darien Guevara, Hailey Guevara Wills (spouse Austin Wills), Kaden Guevara (spouse Torrie Guevara), Jarin …
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Memories & condolences
Tyra,
I'll never forget this day. My nephew was born on this day too. You were a shining light ✨️ I know your children …
Tyra,
I'll never forget this day. My nephew was born on this day too. You were a shining light ✨️ I…
Tyra,
I'll never forget this day. My nephew was born on this day …
Totsie was a great cook. I was at the store picking up ingredients for a recipe she gave me. I see #1 chicken. I cal…
Totsie was a great cook. I was at the store picking up ingredients for a recipe she gave me. I se…
Totsie was a great cook. I was at the store picking up ingredie…
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The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
Volunteered for
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St. Jude Children's Hospital
Charity
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What were Tyra's favorite songs or musical artists?
Todays country
And 80s music
Todays country
And 80s music
Todays country
And 80s music
Timeline
Born
August 31st, 1973
Started a job at Baby sitter
1989
Had a child, Darien Guevara
April 14th, 1993
Slidell, LA
Survived by
Predeceased by
Sr. Terry Dow
Father
Margaret Jean Bevering
Mother
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Other key details
Cause of death
Suicide
Method of disposition
Cremation
Final resting place
Ashes kept in an urn
All 5 of her children will have a keepsake urn
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