Please take a moment to enjoy Michael's Favorite Song and reflect on the joy that is

Paula Abdul's "Cold Hearted Snake"

Mr. Michael Theddore Tatem
May 21, 1988 – June 22, 2007

Obituary

Michael Theddore Tatem, was born in Richmond, Virginia on May 21, 1988. He departed this earth on June 22, 2007.

Michael accepted Christ at an early age and was a member of the Zion Baptist Church, Lottsburg, Virginia.

Michael was educated in Northumberland County Public Schools, Richmond Public Schools, and Henrico County Public Schools Systems. He graduated from Highland Springs High School on June 13, 2007.

Michael was an avid musician and participated in many ensembles at school and in the community. He was a member of the Marching Band, Pep Band, Jazz Band, and Concert Band at Highland Springs High School. Michael was awarded the Most Outstanding Baritone Player at the 2007 Johnson C. Smith University High School Band Day, Charlotte, North Carolina. He also received the Most Improved Senior Award at the 2006-2007 Band Awards Banquet. Michael was a member of the 'Get Real Entertainment' Group and Studio.

He leaves with wonderful memories his mother, Evelyn G. Tatem and father, Michael T. Tatem; one sister, Shawque Grant (Gerard T. Bright); three grandparents, Linda Roots, Ruth Tatem, and Archie Grant; six aunts, Phyllis Grant, Cheryl (Fred) Phillips, Ruth (Henry) Gilliam, Linda Tatem, MacBeth Tatem, and Roberta Drummond; two uncles, Reginald Watson, III and Roy (Liz) Tatem; two great-aunts, Barbara Overton and Margert Boone; two great-uncles, Harry Tarleton and Robert (Lucy) Drummond; one niece, Shakira Bright; and two nephews, Ramon Bright and Dashawn Bright.

Five devoted cousins, Teosha Grant, Tanesha Grant, Tasheka Grant, Tonisha Tatem and Brenda Gilliam; two devoted friends, Walter Pitchford and James Woolfolk; a host of other relatives, friends and band families.

	"Bridge Called Love"

It takes us back to brighter years,to happier sunlit days
and to precious moments
that will be with us always.

And these fond recollections
are treasured in the heart
to bring us always close to those from whom we had to part.

There is a bridge of memories
from earth to Heaven above...
It keeps our dear ones near us
It's the bridge that we call love.

April 2009

Hello everyone! I just wanted to say thank you for still thinking of my brother. He was my only brother and yes he was very special to me. When ever I go to the band web site and see his information still there it brings tears to my eyes. I just thank God for you all and all the help that was giving at that time will never be forgotten. You all are something special. I love each and every one of you and I know that Michael did to. He loved the band with all his heart and I know he is putting on a show in heaven. If it is any thing I can help with I would be delighted. Please call me (telephone number provided upon request). Much love to all of you. Shawque Grant, Sister