Tammy L. Gretz, 44, of Mount Joy, passed away on Thursday, March 5, 2009 at Lancaster General Hospital.

She was the wife of Kevin R. Gretz, with whom she celebrated 16 years of marriage this past May 30 ^th . Born in Bloomfield, Missouri, Tammy was the daughter of James M. and Martha Rainey Eaker of Augusta, Arkansas.

Tammy had been a homemaker and was currently studying Invasive Cardiovascular Technology at Harrisburg Community College. She had previously worked at QVC of Lancaster.

A US Navy veteran, she had served for 4 years in the US and Guam as a Classic Wizard Analyst CTT3.

Tammy was an active supporter of autism, liked crafts, and loved to spend time with her family.

In addition to her husband and parents, she is survived by her three children, Megan, Joshua, and Jarrett. She also is survived by her siblings: David Eaker of Jonesboro, AR, Crystal Ball of McCroy, AR, Brian Eaker of Lumberton, MS, and Russell Eaker of Bradford, AR.

Close friends and family are invited to a time of sharing on Friday from 4-7PM at the Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home and Chapel, 3110 Lititz, PA Lititz, PA. Casual attire is more than welcome for this gathering. There will be a celebration of Tammy's life to follow at Grubb Lake Park in early spring. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the following: Vasculitis Research in the Division of Rheumatology, Office of University Development, Box 852 MC- A120, Hershey, PA  17033-0852 or sent to the family and designated for the children's' education fund. Direct donation details to follow. To send an online condolence, please visit www.snyderfuneralhome.com