Emmitt Tatum Obituary

We bid farewell to Emmitt Tatum (Amarillo, Texas), born in Jupiter, Florida, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on May 13, 2026 at the age of 43. Emmitt touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his mother Gloria Tempson Cunningham; his sister Tiffany Parchment; his former wife TaRoya Tatum; his grandparents, Joe, Ida Tatum and Inelle Tempson; and his aunts and uncles, Joe Jr., Robert Sr., Walter, Odell, Annie and Pearline.

He is survived by: his father Emmitt Charles Tatum, Sr.; his sons, Tyree W. Charles Tatum of Amarillo, Texas, Emytt T. Charles Tatum of Amarillo, Texas and Jayceyon T. Charles Tatum of Amarillo, Texas; his brothers, Bradwell Parchment of Amarillo and Charles Turner of Alaska; his cousin Darrell; his former wife Trashaunda McBride of Amarillo, Texas.; Brian Horn. He is also survived by aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, and nephew.