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Carl Stephen Morris “Steve” Tankersley

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Carl Stephen Morris “Steve” Tankersley

Birth
Ellis County, Texas, USA
Death
3 Jun 2006 (aged 65)
Midland County, Texas, USA
Burial
Midland, Midland County, Texas, USA GPS-Latitude: 32.0460451, Longitude: -102.080702
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Son of Samuel Carl Tankersley and Carrie Ladena Fortson.

Obituary: MyWestTexas.com

Carl Stephen Morris Tankersley, 65, went home to be with Jesus on June 3rd, 2006.

Steve was a man who truly loved his Lord and openly shared that love with others. Through his ten year battle with cancer, many remember him for his positive spirit, friendly smile and salutation, "Jesus loves you." He was a member of First Baptist Church for thirty years and loved his Sunday school calss, the Daniel Department. He taught Sunday school, sang in the choir, worked in apartment ministry for eight years and went on several mission trips. Even during his illness, he dilligently prayed for others who were sick, often calling to encourage them.

Pepaw loved spending time with his family and found particular delight in his "A Team", daughter, Ainslee, and granddaughters, Ashely, Aubrey, Adi and Anni. Family domino games, pizza night and visiting his family in Israel were treasured moments.

His life was simple, but complete. He loved the outdoors and always took time to enjoy God's creations. An afternoon fishing on the lake and watching the beautiful sunset were favorite pastimes. Steve also enjoyed arrowhead hunting, playing the guitar, visiting with friends, reading his Bible and a tall glass of iced tea.

Steve is survived by his loving wife of twenty-nine years, Janice Stanfield Tankersley, and daughter, Ainslee, both of Midland; daughter Tammy Worley and husband, John, and four granddaughters, Ashley, Aubrey, Adi and Anni, all of Tivon, Israel; a brother, Lamar Tankersley and wife, Margaret, of Fredericksburg; a sister, Virginia Kelly of Albuquerque, New Mexico; and a cherished extended family. He was also blessed wih many loving friends and caregivers.

Special thanks to Allison Cancer Center and Home Hospice for your care and support.

You may visit the family Monday, June 5, from 6 to 7:30 at 2204 W. Cuthbert. The graveside service will be held on Tuesday, June 6 at 1 p.m. at Resthaven Memorial Park, followed by a "Celebration of Life" service at First Baptist Church of Midland at 2 p.m.

Memorials may be directed to Home Hospice, 901 W. Missouri, Midland, TX 79701 or Israel Ministry Fund, c/o First Baptist Church, Midland, TX 79701. Flowers should be sent to First Baptist Church or to 1500 Big Spring St., Midland, TX 79701. Arrangements are by Andrews Funeral Home.
Son of Samuel Carl Tankersley and Carrie Ladena Fortson.

Obituary: MyWestTexas.com

Carl Stephen Morris Tankersley, 65, went home to be with Jesus on June 3rd, 2006.

Steve was a man who truly loved his Lord and openly shared that love with others. Through his ten year battle with cancer, many remember him for his positive spirit, friendly smile and salutation, "Jesus loves you." He was a member of First Baptist Church for thirty years and loved his Sunday school calss, the Daniel Department. He taught Sunday school, sang in the choir, worked in apartment ministry for eight years and went on several mission trips. Even during his illness, he dilligently prayed for others who were sick, often calling to encourage them.

Pepaw loved spending time with his family and found particular delight in his "A Team", daughter, Ainslee, and granddaughters, Ashely, Aubrey, Adi and Anni. Family domino games, pizza night and visiting his family in Israel were treasured moments.

His life was simple, but complete. He loved the outdoors and always took time to enjoy God's creations. An afternoon fishing on the lake and watching the beautiful sunset were favorite pastimes. Steve also enjoyed arrowhead hunting, playing the guitar, visiting with friends, reading his Bible and a tall glass of iced tea.

Steve is survived by his loving wife of twenty-nine years, Janice Stanfield Tankersley, and daughter, Ainslee, both of Midland; daughter Tammy Worley and husband, John, and four granddaughters, Ashley, Aubrey, Adi and Anni, all of Tivon, Israel; a brother, Lamar Tankersley and wife, Margaret, of Fredericksburg; a sister, Virginia Kelly of Albuquerque, New Mexico; and a cherished extended family. He was also blessed wih many loving friends and caregivers.

Special thanks to Allison Cancer Center and Home Hospice for your care and support.

You may visit the family Monday, June 5, from 6 to 7:30 at 2204 W. Cuthbert. The graveside service will be held on Tuesday, June 6 at 1 p.m. at Resthaven Memorial Park, followed by a "Celebration of Life" service at First Baptist Church of Midland at 2 p.m.

Memorials may be directed to Home Hospice, 901 W. Missouri, Midland, TX 79701 or Israel Ministry Fund, c/o First Baptist Church, Midland, TX 79701. Flowers should be sent to First Baptist Church or to 1500 Big Spring St., Midland, TX 79701. Arrangements are by Andrews Funeral Home.


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