Tandieka Stephens Declemente, sadly passed away Saturday, May 15, 2021 surrounded by her loving family at the age of 37.
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Cherubini McInerney Funeral Home
1289 Forest Avenue, Staten Island, New York 10302
Friday, May 21, 2021
2:00pm - 6:00pm
Private Cremation
Liberty Grove Memorial Gardens
Lerato Hodge says
My condolences to the family and friends of Tandieka. May you find strength in the good moments you shared together. 🙏
Jason Porte says
Condolences to the family. May God grant you all the strength duing this time of loss.
Cyphil Swan says
Tandieka and I worked together at Tagman Media inc. she was a very talented young Lady, writing all sorts of Jingle for the company. I will miss that effectious smile that she possesses. May her soul find rest eternally, condolences to Eric and her husband. To her mother , I believe the hardest task one is asked to perform is the burial of a child. May God comfort and keep you in these hards times.
Caroline Daniels says
Sincerest condolences to the family of my schoolmate.cancer steal you from us.Rip beautiful soul.
Fabion Jerrick says
Sincere condolences and blessings to the family and friends of Tandieka Stephens De. Clemente. May the God of all comfort comfort you at this time of your bereavement, as you are strengthened by his unconditional love and the memories you shared with Tandieka. Her entire life was indeed a blessing to us all as she transition to the great beyond. “Guyanese Girl in Transition”.
Vonda Morgan says
My condolences to the entire family, may she continue to sleep in peace. Thank you for the past few years we spent together.
Renatha Exeter says
Sincere condolences to family and loved ones of Tandieka. I pray that God will wrap his hands around the family, especially her son Eric and bring them comfort and peace through this very difficult period. Tandieka was a trailblazer, she worked hard to achieve her goals and even while going through her health battles continue to share her story as a means of encouragement and inspiration for us all. May her soul RIP
Kendra Squires Mckey says
In many instances our lives shared common circumstances and most of all them all was the fight. Good too soon!!! RIP and Rise in glory!!!
Linda Garraway McRae says
Condolences to your family. I pray that God will wrap his hands around the family, especially her son Eric and bring them comfort and peace through this very difficult period. Tandieka was a trailblazer, she worked hard to achieve her goals and even while going through her health battles continue to share her story as a means of encouragement and inspiration for us all. May her soul RIP I will miss you in my own way friend.
Vanessa says
My sincere condolences to the family at this time. Tandieka will be greatly missed. May her soul rest in peace and may God comfort her family.
Tysa Primo says
My condolences to the family and friends of Tandieka. I pray that they all find comfort, strength and love at this time. Sleep in peace Tandieka!!
Venessa Burrowes says
I would like to express sincere condolence to the family and friends of Tandieka. As a child growing up I attended the same church along side Tandieka and her Mom. Tandieka was always an individual that I would usually lookup to for years. I admire her passion for her career and family. It’s obvious that her mom and son means the world to her. I was so heart broken to know that just after she receive her Masters she took ill. Tandieka I know you would’ve fought for your life but God know it was too much for you. I pray that he give your family the strength they need at this time. S.I.P Tandieka. You will be missed
Vanetta Mentore says
Our Guyanese Girl in Transition has transitioned.
I was amazed that even in the middle of her own struggles she found the time to share her story to encourage others. I’m certainly glad I had the opportunity to tell her how much this meant to me.
May God grant her family, especially her mom and Eric the grace and strength through this season.
Sleep in Peace Tandy.
Annie Mohan says
Rest In Peace, sweet girl. We never got the chance to meet in person, but even virtually, your strength, spirit and commitment to your family were evident. Gone too soon.
Dollette Goring says
My condolences to the many relatives and many friends of Tandica Stephens
She meant so many different things to so many different people being a Wife, a Mother,a Sister a Neice, an Aunt, an In Law, a Friend and most importantly a believer in Jesus Christ.
May strength be given to navigate this difficult season hers was a life well lived and may the volume of the impact that she made be felt in many parts of the world.
Rest in peace.
Varise says
My condolences to Eric, Michael and the rest of the family. I got to know Tandieka while at PACE. She was a beautiful spirit and will be missed.
Alicia Rajpal says
Hearing about Tandieka passing was a hard blow for me I didn’t expect this I really thought she would have beaten this yes. She worked very hard and went after her dreams that I admired that about her she was such a jovial soul. My condolences to her husband mom and the rest of her family especially for Eric may the Lord God Almighty give them the strength during this time. Sleep on my friend you are at peace now.
Nadia says
My condolence to Tandieka family… she was a beautiful soul… Sip beautiful
Marissa Fox says
My condolences to the family of Tandieka. She was a great mother and friend. RIP
Stacy says
I understand we all will be expired one day. However, we certainly crave for our shelf life to be adequate just to fulfill our dreams and aspirations. Sadly, many unfortunate circumstances emerge resulting in the shifting of gears or halting completely. The most detrimental factor is Death. Tandika, I admired your faith, hope, and strength along your difficult journey. As the saying goes…’God knows best. May your soul rest in peace, my dear cousin.
Denise Breedy says
My condolence to the family may you find peace in God sleep on my sister God knows best.
Kellianne King says
My sincere condolences to the family and friends. May her sweet soul rest in peace.
Pastor Claude & Carole Brooks says
Carole and I would like to express our sincere condolences to the entire family and all friends of Tandieka. She was part of our spiritual family for many years.
Darcia Prince says
I’m still in shock after hearing the tragic news of your passing Tandieka! I have so many fond memories of you during our high school days. I remember our last encounter in Wingate Park, and how happy we felt reconnecting after so many years. Even though this wasn’t the outcome I was expecting, I have to accept it. You fought a good fight! May God grant your family peace and comfort during this difficult time. RIP my friend!
Teresa Gaime-Trotman says
Tandieka was a beautiful, gifted woman of immense strength, courage and passion. Knowing her was an honour.
My sincere condolences to her precious family and friends at this painful time. May God grant each of you the comfort and strength needed in this season.
May her soul rest in peace and rise in glory.
Shondell France says
Condolences to the friends and family of Tandieka Stephens-DeClemente. Her passing still feels unreal to me. It was only recently after listening to her last podcast that I was reflecting on a very distinct memory I have of her singing ‘Closer’ by Bethel during a service at Love & Faith Church in Guyana. The memory has never left me and I now regret that I did not call/message her to tell her how much her ministry had meant to me. I do pray that as she transitions she is “closer” to her Lord.
Pradeep Gopalakrishna says
I am sorry to hear that Tandieka passed away so suddenly. I had the privilege of meeting her on multiple occasions. She would stop by my office to discuss her progress as a graduate student. I had the pleasure of meeting her son too. I pray God to give the family strength and courage to deal with their loss.
Ananta Alva says
The soul of our dear departed friend and colleague found expression in her kindness, gaiety, and wit. Such tremendous courage she displayed intimately sharing the grim details as she fought this battle and educated us all. International education indeed! She has left a legacy that us who mourn her, especially her family and loved ones, can all be proud. RIP my dear sister.
Roger Persaud says
Sincere condolences to the family.
Shane says
Condolences to her family and friends, my church friend one love
Stacia Herbert says
The universe has lost a beautiful soul, but we are thankful for the time and moments we shared with her and all of her contributions. Tandieka was definitely a strong woman on to the very end.
I offer my sincerest condolences to her loved ones and friends and may God grant them all comfort during these sad days.
May you sleep in beautiful peace Tandieka ❤️
Shaquana Q. Gadsden-Wiggins says
On behalf of The Wiggins family I would like to send soooo much love and light to the family for their loss.
She was so full of life, joy & gratitude. She will be missed terribly.
Lean on each other and your faith during times of grief & pain.
Tricia Herbert says
A wonderful person with a great heart….Many condolences to Tandieka’s family and may they find strength in her spirit and heart…Rest in peace Tandieka…
Marlon Deygoo says
I worked with Tandieka in the same company and while we worked in separate buildings, whenever I interacted with her I experienced a jovial spirit, always smiling, always dressed professionally. I followed her move through college and was and still is, proud of her efforts to advance herself. I last track for and while only last week I learnt of her fight and I messaged her immediately told her I would join her friends and family in praying for her. She said she is hoping God will come through for her. Two days later I heard the sad news. I pray her family finds comfort and peace under the shadow of God’s Wings. Sleep in peace my sister.
Aunty Mona says
I learned this song from Tandieka, and I can still hear her singing:
We can only know
The power that He holds
When we truly see how deep our weakness goes
His strength in us begins
Where ours comes to an end
He hears our humble cry and proves again
His strength is perfect when our strength is gone
He’ll carry us when we can’t carry on
Raised in His power, the weak become strong
His strength is perfect, His strength is perfect
*Pray that God will continue to strengthen Tandieka’s family, and may they find comfort in this season.
*Rest in peace Tandieka and continue singing with the angels
HIS STRENGTH IS INDEED PERFECT, CONTINUE TO TAKE YOUR REST MY DEAR.
Tya Moore says
My heartfelt condolences to you and the entire family and may you find comfort in all the great memories shared with her.
Barbara C. Powell says
Condolences to the entire family on the loss of a beautiful wife, mother, daughter, and sister.
Losing someone so dear is devastating, and no words can ever really relieve that pain. But to help, I wish you courage and healing during these toughest of days. Cry when you feel like it. Let the laughter roll when it comes. And know that Tandieka will forever live on in the journeys you shared together.
May her soul find perpetual peace.
Rachel Klingberg says
Tandeika’s lively spirit always brightened up our office. My condolences to her friends and family. Rest in peace, Tandeika, you will be missed.
Christian Madu says
It is really a pity at such a young age. May the almighty grant her an eternal rest. May her soul rest in peace.
Randi Priluck says
I am so sorry for the loss of Tandieka. I always enjoyed seeing her on campus and talking with her. She will be missed. My deepest condolences to her family and friends.
Lynette Wailoo says
My sympathy to Tandieka’s husband Mike, son Erick, mother and all her family and friends. She was a brilliant student, a creative and energetic spirit at the Lubin School of Business at Pace University. Tandieka showed tremendous strength as she chronicled her battle with cancer on her Podcasts. She will be missed and we pray that her soul will Rest in Peace.
Joanna Trim says
Sincere condolences to Tandieka’s family during this time of grief. My fondest memories of being in high school classes with her would always be her outspoken nature, enveloping laughter and willingness to go the extra mile for and with her friends. Sleep on angel your pain is over!
May God’s guiding light remain with your son and family as they continue to celebrate her life.
Ruth says
Rest In peace sweet soul! May the family finds comfort in love of God!
Sean Devers says
It came as shock when I heard you had died. I did not even know that you were sick. condolances to your family
RIP my friend
Abigail Castello says
Sincere condolences to the family and friends of Tandieka. Sending hugs from Misch and I.
Angela Reeves says
My condolences to the family and friends of Tandieka. I remember her as always smiling and having fun in high school. Sleep in heavenly peace sweet soul.
shaneza says
I was sad hearing of tandika passing and offer my condolence to her family me and tandika use to go to Sunday school together and church it was a long day indeed she’s 11 years older than I am she was someone I looked up to in church and I always tried to figure out why I was so intrigued by her but today after looking back at her time here on earth the holy spirit lived in her and she was always in his presence I’m asking for god to give her mother,son and husband strenght in this time
Victorine says
‘…When great souls die, the air around us becomes light, rare, sterile, we breathe, briefly, our eyes briefly see with hurtful clarity…’ Maya Angelou
Condolences
Gone too soon
Tamara Williams says
Tandeika, you are with angels now my dearest. You were always as strong as you were beautiful, radiant as you were talented. You have always been a great friend and sister. I will miss our conversations, gentle check- ins, your wit and infectious laughter. Your courage and unwavering faith are an inspiration for many. Thank you for being light even to the end. You fought well ‘sisteren’. Rest with the angels Lady T.
My condolences to her husband, mom, Eric and her entire family. May you all be comforted at this time.
SANDRA CHARLES says
CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY OF TANDEIKA STEPHENS- DECLEMENTE, TIME FOR THE CELEBRATION OF A LIFE, THOUGH YOUNG AT THE AGE OF 37, WAS A LIFE WELL LIVED IN THE SIGHT OF GOD, GOD KNOWS WHERE SHE IS , IN A BETTER PLACE, SO, TO FAMILY AND FRIENDS, LET US NOT FORGET OURSELVES AND WHO WE ARE AND WHERE WE WILL SPEND ETERNITY, LET US EMULATE LIVES LIKE TANDIEKA’S, SO WHEN THE ROLL IS CALLED UP YONDER WE WILL BE THERE TOO. WE TOO HAVE A JOURNEY TO COMPLETE.
SANDRA CHARLES says
REST IN PEACE TANDEIKA , GOOD BYE TO PAINS
Sharon says
My Condolences To Her Family RIP Beautiful Soul
Kyomi Gregory says
Rest In Peace Tandieka. You were a beautiful soul with amazing energy. Last year you spoke at Pace University when you graduated with your M.B.A. I was so excited to see you representing on behalf of Guyanese women. And you led the The Young Women’s Leadership for Guyanese Girls Rock for some sessions. I’m so glad I got to know you even if it was virtually. You have touched so many lives. Rest in heaven!
Nephlayah says
My sincere condolences to the family. May God comfort and strengthen you all at this time.May her soul rest in perfect peace.
Derese benons says
My condolences to the family gon too soon will be miss teacher tandieka
Christina says
RIP Tandieka, my deepest condolences to the family.
Akela Durant says
This is so sad
Rip to my ex neighbor it comes a time in life when arguments are no more and maturity becomes the new Norm but due to Pride we miss to tell each other how much we are sorry, so it becomes a lesson after Life…. I wish if you could have said it back but I’m so sorry tandi for all the fights and arguments we had…. Sleep on beautiful 🌹.
Charles and Joan Volpe says
Tandieka went through life like a bee going from flower to flower.. a mom, a student, a worker, a friend, a companion to Mike..doing it all with a stunning smile. Maybe she somehow knew that time would be short and she would have to do it all in a hurry. She touched our lives profoundly. You enchanted us, Tandieka, and we will love you always.
Stacey N. Russell says
Dear husband, son, mother, siblings, family and friends of Tandieka,
Please accept my profound condolences.
I’m nearly lost for words because I had no idea of her diagnosis, surgery, death… her pain and this loss… until today.
Today, I remember her most for her warm personality and brilliant smile.
I pray that her light will forever shine in your hearts and through your lives.
Rest in peace, Tandieka.