36, of Aurora, passed away June 17, 2008. She is survived by her mother: Diane; father: Terry; brother: Jeffrey; paternal grandfather: William; many aunts, uncles, & cousins. Born in the area, Tara was a lifelong resident of the Denver community, with brief absenses for education. A Gateway High School graduate, Tara also graduated from the University of Miami with a major in Political Science. Remaining in the Miami area, she secured a Master's Degree from Saint Thomas University in Sports Administration.
A lifelong sports fan, Tara completed an internship with the International Olympic Committee in Colorado Springs. She later worked in sales, entertainment and public relations areas for the Colorado Rockies.
Moving into the accounting arena, Tara was working for AMICO at the time of her death.
In addition to friends and family, Tara is grieved by her beloved Pugs, Dwayne and Buddha. Memorial donations may be made to Colorado Pug Rescue, 59150 E. 74th Dr., Strasburg, CO 80136.