Tamara Faison Alderman, 76, a native of Newport News and a longtime resident of Hampton, passed away on Monday, February 2, 2026.
Tamara was a graduate of Warwick High School and spent her life rooted in the community she loved. She worked in telecommunications for many years, where she was known for her dedication and strong work ethic. She was also an animal lover who opened her heart and home to numerous stray dogs throughout her lifetime.
She was preceded in death by her father, Robert L. Faison, Jr., mother, Jean B. Faison, and brother, Anthony “Tony” Faison.
Tamara is survived by her sister, Brenda F. Forbes; brother, Robert L. Faison III, and his wife, Nancy; four nieces and nephews – Robert Guthrie, Jr. and his wife, Lesley, Cynthia Kiefer and her husband, Rod, Sara Haynes and her husband Robbie, and Rachel Faison. She is also remembered by extended family and friends who cherished her deeply.
A graveside service will be held at Ivor Town Cemetery on Thursday, February 19, 2026, at 1:00 p.m., officiated by Rev. Tommy Davidson. A visitation will follow at the cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Peninsula SPCA, 523 J. Clyde Morris Blvd., Newport News, Virginia 23601 (www,peninsulaspca.org).