Gaye Michel

Tang

In Loving Memory Of

Gaye Michel Tang

May 29, 1947 – June 24, 2026

Gaye Michel Tang , 79, peacefully entered the Lord's heavenly kingdom on Wednesday evening, June 24, 2026, at Valley Baptist Medical Center in Harlingen, Texas, surrounded by the love and prayers of her family.

Gaye was preceded in death by her beloved parents, Lenard Halverson and Verna Finseth Halverson, and her brother, Jerry Halverson.

Left to cherish her memory are her devoted husband, Gary "Pat" Tang; her four children, Dan (Milissa) Tang, Doug Tang, Bryon (Shelley) Tang, and Jim (Heather) Tang; and her beloved sister, Cleo Shields. She also leaves behind fourteen grandchildren, twelve great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives, and dear friends who will forever carry her love in their hearts.

Gaye dedicated twenty-two years of her life to caring for others as a nursing assistant in a nursing home, a role that reflected her gentle spirit and giving heart. Away from work, she found joy in the simple and meaningful things in life. She loved to bake, especially during the Christmas holidays, when she would prepare countless boxes of homemade treats to share with family and friends. She also enjoyed playing bingo and cards, and she treasured the laughter, conversation, and companionship that came with time spent among friends. In 2004, Gaye moved from Minnesota to the Rio Grande Valley, where she made her home and spent the past twenty-two years building memories with those she loved.

A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, July 11, 2026 at 11:00 a.m.

To send flower arrangements in memory of Gaye Michel Tang please send them to Wait Park Wesleyan Church located at 1510 33rd Avenue NE in Minneapolis, Minnesota 55418. (612) 781-7434

With profound love and remembrance, the family of Gaye Michel Tang has entrusted her funeral arrangements to Lenny Elizondo, Funeral Director/Owner of Trinity at Harrison Funeral Home, 1002 East Harrison Ave., Harlingen, Texas 78550. For more information, you may contact the funeral home at (956) 364-2444 or visit www.trinityfunerals.com.