Betty Jean Tanksley

Mrs. Betty Jean Tanksley of Halifax, VA passed away on Saturday, March 18, 2017 at Sentara Halifax Regional Hospital. She was born in Halifax County on February 21, 1957 and was 60 years old. She was the daughter of the late Otis Charley Tanksley and Grace Satterfield Tanksley. She was a former baton twirling instructor. Survivors include: One brother Donald Tanksley and wife Liz of Victoria Her aunt Mildred Seamster of Halifax A special friend and caretaker Eddie Sprayberry of Halifax Nieces and Cousins  A graveside service will be held on Tuesday, March 21, 2017 at 2:00 PM Halifax Memorial Gardens with Rev. Don Bryant conducting the service. For memorials, please consider the Halifax County Cancer Association, PO Box 1891, Halifax, VA 24558. Online condolences may be made at www.powellfunerfalinc.com. Arrangements are by Powell Funeral Home, 1603 Wilborn Avenue, South Boston, VA 24592