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MICHAEL TANKERSLEY Obituary
MICHAEL E.
TANKERSLEY, 67
Building Supplies Sales
FORT MEADE - Mr. Michael E. Tankersley, age 67, died April 21, 2015, in Lake Wales.
Born in Winter Haven, FL, on August 19, 1947, he was a lifelong resident of Polk County. He worked in sales of building supplies and was a member of Parkland Baptist Church.
Mr. Tankersley was preceded in death by his parents Charles and Margaret Madden Tankersley; and sister Janice Lay. He is survived by his brothers and sisters-in-law: Chuck & Lou, Stone Mountain, GA, Pat & Wanda, Jacksonville, FL; brother-in-law Larry Lay, Auburndale, FL; 9 nieces and nephews; 22 great nieces and nephews.
Memories of Mike: Uncle Buck, Broms, Indians Under the Bed, Put Your Face Up Here and numerous characters.
A Family reunion will be held at a later date.
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Kenny Morgan
December 12, 2015
I didnt know that Tank had passed until today. He was a great guy and friend. I have great memories of hunting with him at my Club In SC. Everytime i see the mallard ducks he gave our camp, i think of him. So sorry for the loss. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Rest in peace my friend.
Chuck Wright
May 3, 2015
Chuck and Pat,
So sorry to here of Mike's passing. I have fond memories of our hunting expeditions, cheating in class and many laughs. My God bless you and your family in your time of loss.
May 3, 2015
Mike was a friend I had not seen in a long time. He always brightened my day He shall be missed And I Wish for his family Wonderful memories. Jerry hill
Jonnie Grant
May 3, 2015
So Sorry to hear of Mike's passing. We were in High School in the Band together. He was always such a special and good person. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and all his family.
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Cay Van De Voort (Craig)
May 3, 2015
Chuck, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your brother. My sister, same age, died in January, I know how bad it hurts. My heart goes out to you, my thoughts are with you and your family.
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