Tanya G Goines

Tanya G. Goines, a woman of extraordinary grace and warmth, completed her earthly journey on August 18, 2026, at the age of 50. Born on June 22, 1976, in Columbus, Ohio, Tanya lived a life defined by her gentle spirit. Living in Etowah, Tennessee, she was a person who truly operated with love and kindness in everything she did, leaving a lasting impact on everyone fortunate enough to cross her path. She was a dedicated mother that always put her children first. For 16 beautiful years, Tanya shared her life, dreams, and devotion with her beloved partner, Chuck Brackett. Together, they built a home and shared a deep bond rooted in unconditional love and mutual support. Her spirit lives on through Chuck, her children and all who loved her. Tanya was a light to all who knew her and a mother to many , she defined what God's true love is about.

Preceded in death by her father, Robert E. Waller; and mother, Margie A. Partin.

Survivors include her life partner/husband, Chuck Brackett; son and daughter in-law, Dusty and Charity Goines; daughter and son in-law, Destiny and Jacob Green; son and daughter in-law, Andrew and AnnMarie Goines; sons, Brandon Brackett and Briley Brackett; daughter, Olivia Brackett; grandchildren, Josie, lylah, Addisyn, Henley, Mason, Nova, Harlin, Leia, Harvie, and Ava; 9 more special grandchildren; father and mother in-law, Rayburn and Elizabeth Brackett; sisters, Marsha Lawrence, Jody Emerson, Lacoslia Waller; brother, Stacy Waller; many nieces, nephews and other loved family and friends; and beloved cats, Punkin, Callie and Tilly.

You are invited to share a personal memory of Tanya or your condolences with her family at her online memorial located at www.companionfunerals.com. Companion Funeral Home of Athens and the Cody family are honored to assist the family with these arrangements.