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Chris Tanksley Obituary

TANKSLEY, ChrisAge 47, of Smyrna, TN, died Friday, January 2, 2009 at home. She was born in St. Louis, MO. She is survived by her husband, David Tanksley; two daughters, Rachael Olsen, Dickson, TN and Danielle Ruoff, Smyrna; mother, Darlene Barlow, Smyrna; step daughters, Sarah Tanksley, Alexandria, VA and Helen Belcher, Murfreesboro; sister, Cindy Bohnert, Imperial, MO and Linda Kratochwil, Imperial, MO; grandchildren, Landon Lewis and Kale Belcher. Funeral services 10 a.m. Wednesday at Woodfin Chapel, Smyrna with Rev. Don Morris officiating. Burial will follow in Mapleview Cemetery. Mrs. Tanksley was a credit analyst with COMDATA of Brentwood, TN and was preceded in death by her father, George Barlow. Visitation with the family will be 5-8 p.m. Tuesday at WOODFIN CHAPEL, SMYRNA, 615-459-3254. www.woodfinchapel.com

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Published by The Tennessean on Jan. 6, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Chris Tanksley

22 Entries

Tiffany Farrell

January 8, 2009

I will MISS YOU Chris! Thanks for being so nice to me when I worked at Comdata. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Regina Butler

January 8, 2009

God bless the family and you will all be in my prayers

Richard Packard

January 7, 2009

I know that words cannot express the sorrow and pain being felt by the family at this time but know too and take comfort in the fact that Chris was loved by many. Chris was an intelligent, hard-working, funloving person. I have many fond memories of working with her. I will miss her as all will. We love you Chris.

Brandon Scott

January 7, 2009

I am so sorry for the loss Chris' family has suffered. I think in working with her at Comdata, I will always remember how she had the uncanny knack of being able to deliver an honest, and sometimes blunt opinion about something, yet still manage to make everyone smile and laugh about it whether it was the answer they were hoping for or not. She was truly a special and awesome person, and I feel lucky to have worked with her and gotten to know her in my two years working alongside her. My thoughts and prayers are with her family, and I'm certain Chris is looking down on us right now and smiling, as she always has.

Kathy Bradshaw

January 7, 2009

Please accept my deepest sympathy for your loss. Chris was a very special person & will be deeply missed at Comdata. May God continue to bless & strengthen you during this time.

Kim Smith

January 7, 2009

My heart goes out to the family. I remember Chris as a friendly face in the halls at Comdata. She will be missed by all.

Rose M Rowe

January 7, 2009

I will miss you Chris - you had a way to make people around you smile and you will be greatly missed.
Rose M Rowe

Faye & Gary Tanksley

January 7, 2009

Aloha nui loa dear sister

Mintha Reedy

January 7, 2009

Words cannot express the sorrow we all feel at this time. Chris will be missed by her co-workers.
May God give you strength and peace during your time of sorrow.

Consuelo Motto

January 7, 2009

I know that this is such a difficult time for the family, but please take some peace in knowing that Chris is in a better place. I am so glad I had the opportunity to have Chris in my life, not just as an associate, but also as my friend. I will deeply miss her as she helped to keep me grounded so often when times were rough. Chris, you will remain forever in my heart, Rest In Peace.

Ava Lyons

January 7, 2009

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Yvonne Warner

January 7, 2009

Chris will be deeply missed at Comdata by her co-workers and friends. Cherish all of the wonderful memories of Chris during this difficult time. My heart goes out to you now and in the days ahead.

Kim Roland

January 6, 2009

Chris, You were always such a sweet and caring person.. I will dearly miss your sweet face.

Joy Teague

January 6, 2009

Very sad. As an ex-coworker, I remember Chris definately was a smiling and friendly lady. She will be missed. Condolences to her family especially, daughter, Rachel.

Susan McGee

January 6, 2009

Oh Chrissy....I'll miss you so....I'm so glad to have just shared big squeezy Christmas hugs with you. Your radiant smile will be forever etched in my memory, as it will in all those who knew you. You were a warm heart, a good friend, and from my viewpoint, a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother and daughter. I love you so and will miss you much. I know you will be with us in spirit and will keep watch over your family. I am blessed to have known you.

Mark Pearson

January 6, 2009

Chris was one of the reasons I remained so positive when working in the Comdata Credit Department. Seeing her smile, hearing her laugh, or even hearing her raise cain when she didn't like something brought entertainment and joy to my day. I'm sure that she is in a better place, but she will be missed.

Richard and Shelly Morton

January 6, 2009

To the family your in our thoughts and prayers.Chris you meant the world to us!!We'll miss you God bless

Lori Gleason

January 6, 2009

Chris, you were taken away much too soon. My most sincere prayers are with your entire family. You were such a wonderful person to work with and I will forever miss seeing your big smile in the halls. Rest in Peace.

Amanda Cromer

January 6, 2009

I have known Chris for 14 yrs. I considered her family. I know she will be watching over all her loved ones. She was a blessing to know and have in my life.

Marvin & Kathryn Steele

January 6, 2009

I worked with Chris, and found her to be a wonderful person. My thoughts and my prayers are with you all.

Mary Begley

January 6, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

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