Sally Kay Tankersley
August 16, 2018
Sally Kay Tankersley, age 64, passed away peacefully at home in McAllen, Texas, surrounded by her loved ones, on August 16, 2018. Sally was born in Mercedes, Texas, to Mildred and Erwin Twenhafel. She graduated from Mercedes High School and earned a Bachelor of Science in Education from Southwest Texas State University, after which she dedicated her life to teaching, spending over 20 wonderful years at St. John’s Episcopal Day School in McAllen. Sally was a loving mother of two daughters and actively volunteered with Easter Seals, the Junior League of McAllen and the International Museum of Arts and Science. She is survived by her mother, Mildred Twenhafel of Mercedes; her brother, Mark (Tracey) Twenhafel of McAllen; her two daughters, Lauren Tankersley of Dallas and Reese (Rich) Tankersley Anderson of Dallas; and her loving partner, Jack Ware. She was preceded in death by her father. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, August 25, at St. John's Episcopal Church, 2500 N. 10th St., McAllen, with a reception to follow in the Parish Hall. All are welcome to attend and celebrate Sally’s life. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to St. John’s Episcopal Church.
Sally Kay Tankersley, age 64, passed away peacefully at home in McAllen, Texas, surrounded by her loved ones, on August 16, 2018. Sally was born in Mercedes, Texas, to Mildred and Erwin Twenhafel. She graduated from Mercedes High School... View Obituary & Service Information