Obituary
Tamara “Tami” Jean Betz
Tamara “Tami” Jean Betz, 64, of Onalaska, died at home surrounded by her family on July 6, 2023. Tami is survived by her husband, Ron Betz; two children, Jason Betz (Sheri) and Jessica Mueller (Dan); four grandchildren, Kyla, Kaden, Evelyn, and Zoey. She also is survived by her father, David F. McCabe; and four siblings: Tim McCabe of Chetek, WI; Brian McCabe (Catherine) of West Bend, WI; Julie McCabe Gore (Barry) of Denver; and Michele McCabe Hanenberger (Todd) of Eyota, MN; and multiple nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews. Tami was preceded in death by her mother, Sharon Young McCabe, and her grandparents, Glenn and Lavina McCabe and Charles and Damaris Young, all from La Crosse.
Born in La Crosse, Tami attended Central High School and met her husband, Ron, while working at Hardee’s. They lived in Rapid City, SD, Bismarck, ND, and Mankato, MN, before settling in Onalaska. Tami worked at Gundersen Health System for 30 years. Big-hearted and effervescent, Tami was beloved by all who knew her. Wherever there was laughter, Tami often was in the middle of it. Always experimenting with her hair, her family and friends laugh about Tami sporting more styles, colors, and cuts over the years than any of them. Her family and friends were the center and focus of her life. Generous to a fault, she always put others before herself. When Tami decided something needed to be done, she didn’t ask questions or permission, she just made it happen. An avid cook and baker, Tami knew the fastest way to anyone’s heart was through their stomach. She could make an egg bake, a perfect batch of toffee, or cookies for the baseball team in minutes. Her grandchildren often asked for her famous eggs. Her parting words often were, “Love you long time!” We will miss and love her “long time,” too!
A celebration of life will be held Friday, July 21, 2023, from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at The Gathering Place, 133 Mason Street, Onalaska, WI 54650. Instead of flowers, the family suggests donations in memory of Tami be made to the Gundersen Medical Foundation, designated for ovarian cancer research at: https://foundation.gundersenhealth.org/donate-now, or mail to Gundersen Medical Foundation, 1900 South Avenue, La Crosse WI 54601.
much love to the McCabe family and Tami’s loved ones. her legacy and laughter will live on through all of you. my sincere condolences on such a great loss.
Tami, you were loved by so many and will be missed by so many. Heaven got the best angel when they got you. Hugs and prayers to your family.
Thinking of the entire McCabe Family during this difficult time and know that Tami’s light will continue to shine on in all of you. May peace comfort you all.
Our heartfelt condolences to Tami’s family.
Our Love and Prayers are with you David and Tami’s Siblings. Our Deepest Sympathy in the passing of this beautiful Jewel in your lovely family. God Bless, may caring thought and memories bring you comfort.
Duane and Nancy Garbisch
Thinking of all of you often. My sincere condolences for your loss.
To the McCabe Family,
We are so sorry for your loss of beautiful Tami. She was kind, fun & deeply caring. May your memories of her live on forever.
To the McCabe family,
Our most heartfelt condolences for your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. May all the memories of beautiful Tami always give you comfort.
Kicki &Terry Schade
My Deepest sympathy to the McCabe family. Mike Rand