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Obituary for Tanya Marie Mejia

September 3, 1975 – May 19, 2023

Tanya Marie Mejia (nee: Kottal), 47, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on May 19. 

Tanya Marie Mejia
Tanya Marie Mejia

Tanya was born in Racine to Ronald and Janet (nee: Vanbrunt) Kottal on Sept. 3, 1975. In Las Vegas, on Jan. 15, 1993, she was united in marriage to her love, Pablo Mejia. It was an honor for her maternal grandparents, Pat and Mavis Brook, to walk her down the aisle. 

Tanya was a special mother, always loving and supporting her family. She’s known for having open arms and the kindest heart. Tanya was creative in arts and crafts, especially making jewelry and clothing. She also enjoyed roller skating with her family. 

Tanya will be lovingly remembered by her husband, Pablo; children, John Paul, Alyssa, and Amelianna; grandchildren, Bronx and Hayzen; mother, Janet Kottal-Vanbrunt; siblings, Justin Kowalski, Miranda Scott; uncle, Bob Brook; and aunt, Sandy. 

Tanya was preceded in death by her son, Jacob Andres Mejia, and maternal grandparents, Pat and Mavis Brook. 

Services

Tanya’s wishes were to be cremated.

To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Tanya Marie Mejia please visit the Wilson Funeral Home Sympathy Store.

Obituary and photo courtesy of Wilson Funeral Home.


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