Tanyala Elmore, born on June 20, 1977, gained her heavenly wings on October 30, 2025, surrounded by the love and care of her devoted family. Though she faced many challenges throughout her life, Tanyala’s strength, joy, and light touched every heart she encountered.
Tanyala was both mentally and physically disabled, yet she lived a life that radiated beauty, laughter, and love. She had a personality all her own bright, expressive, and unforgettable. Though she couldn’t communicate with her voice, she always found her own way to make her wishes known whether through a loud, joyful squeal of excitement or the gentle jerk of her head to say “no.” Her presence filled every room she entered, and her spirit brought warmth, laughter, and connection to all who were blessed to know her.
She was deeply loved and faithfully cared for by her family, who made sure that every day she felt the comfort of love and belonging. To know Tanyala was to experience joy in its purest form she was truly the light in every room.
Tanyala now joins her beloved grandparents in eternal rest: her maternal grandfather, Thelbert Snowden; maternal grandmother, Mary Ellen Snowden; paternal grandfather, Cleothus “Buster” Elmore; and paternal grandmother, Rosie Elmore.
Left to cherish her memory are her loving parents, Robert Earl Elmore and Cheryle D. Elmore (Snowden); her devoted brother, Robert Earl Elmore Jr. (Charlie Samuel); her sister, LaKeitha McDaniel (Marcus McDaniel); her nephew, Cody Lamar Elmore; her nieces, Mya Renee Samuel and Magnolia Marie McDaniel; and a host of cherished aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends who will continue to carry her memory in their hearts.
Services celebrating Tanyala’s beautiful life will be held on Saturday, November 15, 2025, at Mt. Harmony Baptist Church in Ruston, Louisiana, beginning at 11:00 a.m., with a graveside burial to follow. A viewing will be held prior to the service from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Tanyala’s life was a gift, a reminder of the power of love, patience, and joy beyond words. Though she will be deeply missed, her light will forever shine in the hearts of all who knew and loved her.
