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+2021, Deatsville, Elmore Co., AL Obituary
https://www.ellisonmemorialfuneralhome.com/obituary/Willie-Blankenship
Willie Frank Blankenship, age 82 of Deatsville, passed away of April 9, 2021 at his
residence. He was born in Elmore County on September 1, 1938; the son of the
late Luncy Blankenship and the late
Mary Frances Strength Blankenship.
He was a former residential carpenter.
He is preceded in death by his daughter,
Frankie Blankenship.
He is survived by: Wife,
Sheila Blankenship of Deatsville; Son, Dwayne Blankenship of Millbrook; Son, Greg
Blankenship of Deatsville; Daughter, Kimberly (Marty) Barnes of Elmore; Grandchildren:
Mark (Kelis) Barnes, Angela Barnes, Dakota Blankenship, and Landyn (Hannah) Blankenship; Great Grandchildren, Ren Blankenship and Karson Barnes; and Sister, Ruthie
Pittman of Childersburg.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 am, on Wednesday, April 14,
2021, from the New Harmony Baptist Church with Rev. Derek Deavers,
Rev. Roger Willis, and Rev. Heath Reece officiating. Burial will follow in the
New Harmony Baptist Cemetery in Marbury, AL. Ellison Memorial Funeral Home of
Clanton, AL.
+2021, Moulton, Lawrence
Co., AL, Obituary
https://www.bradfordlawrencefh.com/obituary/Willard-Blankinship
Willard D. Blankinship, 82, of Moulton passed away Tuesday, April 27, 2021 at his home. Born on September 9, 1938 to the late Marion
and Bretha Blankinship.
Willard retired from Monsanto and was an avid farmer.
Willard was preceded in death by his parents; and great-grandson, Jaxon Blankinship.
Survivors include his wife
of 58 years, Alice Blankinship; daughter, Annette
Russell; son, Harold Blankinship (Lisa); grandchildren, Josh Russell (Kati), Emily Russell, Amanda Martin
(Heath), and Matthew Blankinship (Kady); and four great-grandchildren.
The funeral service will be at 2 p.m. on Thursday, April 29 at
Lawrence Funeral Home with Francis Proctor officiating. Burial will be in Landersville Cemetery. Pallbearers will be family and
friends.
+2021, Elkmont, Limestone Co., AL, Obituary
https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/athens-al/christine-blankenship-10164058
Christine Parker Blankenship, 82, of Elkmont, AL, passed away on April 22, 2021 at Huntsville
Hospital [Madison Co., AL]. She was born
July 24, 1938 in Savannah, GA; to Joseph Parker and Vidella
Mixon Parker.
Mrs. Blankenship is preceded in death by her parents, husband James T. Blankenship and seven siblings.
Mrs. Blankenship is survived by two daughters Jan Anyan (Larry) of
Athens, AL; Deborah Blackwell (Keith) of Ardmore, AL; one
sister Sadie Shearin of Savannah, GA; two
grandchildren Aaron Blackwell (Haley, and Ryan Blackwell, two great
grandchildren Blair Blackwell, and Mark Blackwell.
Funeral Services will be Sunday April 25, 2021 from 2:30 P.M., at
McConnell Memorial Chapel, with Scotty Travis officiating. Burial will be in Roselawn Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Aaron Blackwell,
Ryan Blackwell, Andy Davis, Keith Blackwell.
+2021, Munford, Talladega Co., AL, Obituary
https://usreyfuneralhome.com/tribute/details/3513/Roy-Blankenship/obituary.html
Roy D. Blankenship, 77 of Munford
passed away April 23, 2021.
He was a lifelong resident of Munford,
Mechanic in the Munford and Talladega County area. He was gifted in building
and creating, he would draw it out and make it.
He is preceded in death by his wife
Melba
Blankenship, mother Myrtis Brown, son Randy D.
Blankenship, sister Betty Buday,
brothers Billie Ray Brown and John Wesley Brown.
Roy is survived by his son Ricky (Rebecca)
Blankenship, grandchildren Tiffany Blankenship, Christopher Blankenship, Paige Alverson, Scott Blankenship, Jessica Blankenship and Brook
Gravette, nine great-grandchildren. sister
Barbara Ann McKendree, brothers I.D. Brown, Wesley
Brown, Daryl Brown and Jonathan Brown, aunt Claudine Cheatwood,
uncle Dale Blankenship, host of nieces and nephews and his loyal companion
Peanut.
Graveside services will be held 1:00pm
Monday April 26, 2021 at Munford Memorial Cemetery. Steve Lathem
will officiate the service. Serving as Pallbearers
will be K.R. Schuffert, Scott Blankenship, Nick Heath,
Barry Hyde, Michael Murner and Allen Taylor. Honorary
Pallbearers will be Dale Blankenship, Larry Wright, Mack Bowman, Jack Hyde, Christopher Blankenship and Brian
Sargent. Usrey Funeral Home of Talladega will direct
services.
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+2021, Fayetteville, Washington Co., AR, Obituary
https://usobit.com/obituaries-2021/george-thomas-blankenship-sr-march-15-1935-april-16-2021/
George Thomas Blankenship, Sr., age 86, of Fayetteville, AR, passed from this life Friday,
April 16, 2021. He was born March 15, 1935, in Greenwood, AR, a son of the late
Idus Deb Blankenship and Ruby Mae Hearn Blankenship.
George was a retired composing room superintendent, working in Fort
Smith and in Gulfport, MS.
Also preceding him in death was a son George Thomas
Blankenship, Jr, and a daughter Cindy Lou Blankenship.
Survivors are his wife, Grace Ann Keogh Blankenship; a son,
Michael Blankenship; grandchildren,
Michael Cole Blankenship and Taylor Grace Blankenship; a great-grandson, Beau Aden Blankenship; a brother,
Merle Gene Blankenship and a sister,
Martha Rudell.
Private graveside services will be held at Fort Smith National
Cemetery by Nelson Berna Funeral Home.
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+2021, Mt. Shasta, Siskiyou Co., CA, Obituary
Richard A. Blankenship, better known as
Dick or Poppy to his family, passed away at home on April 24, 2021. He was
surrounded by his loving wife and two children. He was born in Oklahoma in 1940
to Noble
and Edith Blankenship.
Dick was the third of six children. They
relocated to Southern California when Dick was two years old and then to Weed
when he was four. Dick attended the Weed schools and graduated in 1958. He was
a great student and athlete and participated in several sports. After
graduation, he attended Yuba College, where he played football for one season.
Dick joined the army in September of
1959. After Basic Training, he served in Germany until his discharge in 1961. When
Dick returned home, he lived and worked in grocery retail in Mt. Shasta until
he retired in 2002.
In August 1975 Dick married his “Cutie” Eileen Giorgis. They were blessed with a son, Josh in 1976 and a daughter,
Betsey in 1978.
Dick loved spending time with his family.
There were many picnics, barbecues, and camping trips spent with family and friends.
Dick coached Little League in Mt. Shasta
for many years. He loved attending the many sports his son and daughter
participated in. He was their number one fan.
Then when he became “Poppy”, he was over
the moon. He always said he was so blessed to be able to not only spend time
with but babysit his grandchildren. His favorite thing to do was visit his
children and grandchildren.
Dick is survived by his wife of 45 years,
Eileen, his two children and their spouses, Josh & Jennifer and Betsey
& Jerry, his grandchildren Jocelyn, Jake, Joseph, Marley, and Violet, his
two brothers, Roger (Gail), and Larry (Marilyn) and
several nieces and nephews. He will live forever in their hearts with memories
of camping trips, birthdays, holidays, and quiet times spent together.
The family’s comfort is that Dick is home
in heaven with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
+2021, Rohnert Park, Sonoma Co., CA, Obituary
https://www.parentsorensen.com/obituary/marlene-blankenship
Marlene Blankenship, 87 [September 25,
1933],
passed
away in Rohnert Park, CA, April 1, 2021.
A native of Petaluma, CA. Reared and
educated in Petaluma, Marlene graduated from Petaluma High School in 1951. She married
Frank in 1952. In 1974
the couple bought the 8 Ball Bar and Catering business
in Cotati which they operated until retirement in 2000.
She was the beloved wife for 68 years of
the late Frank F. Blankenship, Jr. Loving mother of Debbie Ielmorini (Pete), Gail Henderson, Tiffany Soto and the
late Steven
Blankenship Sr. and Leslie Dedrick. Grandmother and
great grandmother of 18. Sister of the late Fridoline Hamilton, Susan Kopf and Gary Kopf. Her
parents were the late Hans and Rosa Kopf, both from Switzerland, making Marlene
the first of her generation born in Petaluma.
A private family Graveside Service will
be held at Cypress Hill Memorial Park and a Celebration of Life for Frank and
Marlene will be held on Tuesday afternoon (April 6th), please contact the
family for further information. The
family prefers memorials to Sutter Hospice or to your favorite charity.
1940 Census,
Petaluma Twp., Sonoma Co., CA,
Kopf, Hans 35, M, Switzerland, Head,
Kopf, Rose 32, F, Switzerland, Wife,
Kopf, Fridoline 13, F, Switzerland,
Dau,
Kopf, Marlene 06, F, CA, Dau,
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+2021, Centennial, Arapahoe Co., CO, Obituary
https://www.minotdailynews.com/obituaries/2021/05/joan-blankenship/
Joan Patricia (Straight) Blankenship, 78, formerly
of Minot, passed away on Saturday, April 24, 2021 in her home located in
Centennial, Colorado. The daughter of Raymond and Eva (Bertsch)
Straight, Joan was born on April 19, 1943, in
Minot, ND.
Joan grew up in Minot, attended Bishop Ryan High School, and earned
a Bachelor of Social Work degree from Minot State University. She worked as a
Discharge Planner at Hi-Desert Medical Center in Joshua Tree,
California for several years before moving to Colorado in 1997 to be close to
her daughter.
Joan loved to listen to music and attend live concerts. Elton John
was at the top of her list! She loved to vacation in Mexico and sun herself on
the beach. Spending time with her grandson (her buddy!) was the time she
cherished the most.
Joan was preceded in death by her parents, Ray and Eva Straight,
brother Duane Straight, and sister-in-law Robbie Straight.
Her loving family includes: daughter Shawn Ashton and grandson Justin
Ashton, Denver, CO; sister Dianne (Dave) Giessinger
and brother Jim (Lisa) Straight, Minot, ND; sister-in-law Judy Straight, St.
Paul, MN; several nieces, nephews, and cousins.
In honor Joan’s wishes, a private burial has been scheduled.
“You’re a butterfly, And butterflies are
free to fly… Fly away …High away…”
+2021, Colorado Springs, El Paso Co., CO, Obituary
Barbara Henfner Walton Blankinship, 79, of Colorado Springs, Colorado, died
of COVID-19 complications on April 25, 2021. She was surrounded by family. Barbara
was born August 24, 1941, in Monroe, Louisiana, the daughter of George (a
geophysicist) and Hilda (an artist) Walton.
Her early years, she lived in countries all over the world,
attending a new school every year. In 1959, she graduated from Fox Lane High
school in Bedford, New York. In 1963, she graduated from DePauw University in
Greencastle, Indiana, with a degree in English. She was a proud member of the
Kappa Kappa Gamma sorority.
Barbara's life was one of service. From her work with Amigos
International in 1967 to eradicate polio in Guatemala to the years she devoted
to her family and community, she was a nurturer to everyone she met. She
mentored many and led Bible studies with her husband in their home. She
believed in service to the community with the same unconditional faith she
believed in Jesus Christ. If you met her, she'd make you feel like you were her
most important child, friend or mentee, because of her sense of compassion and
care.
In the early 1960s, while she was working as an administrative
assistant at Texas Children's Hospital, Barbara met the love of her life in
pediatrician Dr. Garland
Richard Blankinship. They were
married in Houston, Texas, on February 2, 1968, and shortly thereafter moved to
Colorado Springs. In 1987, Richard opened the Colorado Children's Clinic, and
Barbara assisted him as the office administrator. They both worked there until
their retirement in 1997.
Barbara was a devoted and active 50-year member of the First
Presbyterian Church of Colorado Springs. She was one of the first female elders
of the church. She was involved with many groups at the church, including
Mothers of Preschoolers, Get-Set Preschool, Branches Women's Bible Study,
Bridges, and many more.
Barbara's volunteer work did not stop at church. She volunteered
with the Junior League of Colorado Springs, Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, and James
Madison Elementary School (most notably as a Book Karate volunteer and co-coach
of the soccer team), among others.
She loved the outdoors. She was an avid tennis player at the
Colorado Springs Racquet Club, runner, cyclist/spinner, and skier throughout her
life.
In 2011, Barbara suffered the effects of a debilitating stroke but
maintained a resilient hope that inspired many. While living with her
disability, she was able to memorize scripture and develop close relationships
with many she met.
Barbara was preceded in death by her husband, Dr.
Garland Richard Blankinship
and her parents.
She is survived by her four children,
David (Kristin), Sarah
(Jonathan Bergeron), Christina (Marvin) Harrell, and Julia (Doug) Smith; seven grandchildren,
Cleo, Jonathan and Sarah Blankinship, Jack and Audrey Harrell, and Sophie and
Jacob Bergeron. She is also survived by her brother and sister-in-law Stephen
and Martha Walton and two nephews Daniel (Anna) and Richard (Dana) and their
children.
A celebration of life will be held at a later date, once we can
safely gather. Memorial contributions can be made in Barbara's name to First
Presbyterian Church, 219 E. Bijou St., Colorado Springs, CO 80903.
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+2021, Pensacola, Escambia Co., FL, Obituary
https://www.christianfamilyfuneral.com/obituaries/gim-donald-blankenship-jr
Gim Donald Blankenship, Jr., 49, of Pensacola, Florida passed away on Sunday, April 11, 2021.
A Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, April 17, 2021 at 9:30
am at Christian Family Funeral, 4020 North Davis Hwy., Pensacola, Florida.
Interment will follow at Resthaven Gardens Cemetery.
+2021, New Port Richey, Pasco Co., FL, Obituary
https://www.mountsfuneralhome.com/obituary/Kayleena-Lounsbury
Kayleena Danielle Blankenship Lounsbury departed her mortal life on Sunday, April
25, 2021 at Mease Countryside Hospital in Safety
Harbor, [Pinellas Co.,] FL. Born November 7, 1993 in Logan, WV, she made her presence
known for 27 short years by her infectious personality, boisterous laugh, and
giant smile that would light up a room.
If you were one of the many people that Kayleena
loved, you often had no doubt as to the extent of her feelings. She loved
fiercely and stopped at nothing to make sure those in her life knew. From the
students she taught, to the people she met in each stage of her life, love was
in abundance.
She knew from an early age that she was destined to be a teacher.
She dedicated herself to pursuing higher education to advance her students, in
recent years, completing a Master’s in Education—Reading Specialist from
Concord University and was working toward a Doctorate of Education from Grand
Canyon University. Several excellent mentors set her on a path for her life’s
work. She spent eight and a half years in classrooms at Iaeger
Elementary School in McDowell County, WV, and Calusa Elementary School and
Cypress Elementary School in New Port Richey, FL. In each of those classrooms, Kayleena let her love and passion for education and writing
shine. The minds she molded will go on to change the world. She lived her life
as an educator following the same motto: “Be diligent in believing that what we
do in the classroom could possibly echo for a lifetime in the heart of a
student.” We will continue to see those echoes for many generations to come.
She loved to teach her students to write because she was a born
writer. From an early age, she kept notebooks and journals full of her
writing—her thoughts, poems, short stories, plans and dreams—all tucked away in
the pages of her books. She loved the beach, and after moving to Florida, could
often be found there, tanning, and maybe watching for dolphins. She was also
madly in love with her husband, Cooper. In the few short years that she knew
him, their love for each other was obvious to anyone around them. She was at
home with him wherever they were. Their love produced a beautiful baby, Macie Lynell—a perfect baby, who followed her mother to their
Heavenly home. Her greatest goal was to become a mother and she saw that come
to fruition in Macie. Even before her birth, Kayleena
was a wonderful mother to her daughter. She lived her life to the fullest and
was so incredibly happy.
Like the love she gave, Kayleena was
loved by so many in return.
She was preceded in death by her maternal grandparents, Everette Monroe and Melva Mounts
Tiller, her maternal aunts, Belinda “Jeannie” Angle, and Jowana
Kennedy, and her paternal grandmother,
Evelyn Blankenship, and
her loving cousin, Tyler Hatfield.
In addition to those lucky enough to call her friend, those left to
grieve her passing include her beloved husband, Cooper Lounsbury,
of New Port Richey, FL; her parents,
Audie and Stephanie Blankenship of Hanover, WV; her sisters, Melva Brianna Blankenship of Hanover, Ashlee (Jarrett)
Cline of Wharncliffe, WV; two amazing nieces, Reagan Kinlee Davis and Kaybrie Reece
Cline, both of Wharncliffe; her paternal grandfather,
Homer Blankenship, of Browning Fork, WV; her loving in-laws, Glenn and Robyn Lounsbury of Castleton-on-Hudson, NY; her sisters-in-law,
Sarah Lounsbury and Kaitlyn Lounsbury,
of Castleton-on-Hudson, NY; and a host of special friends.
Friends may gather with the family Saturday, May 1, 2021 from 12:00
till 2:00 pm at the Freedom Full Gospel Assembly House of Prayer where funeral
services will commence at 2:00 pm with Pastor Katie Endicott officiating. Burial will follow in the Justice Memorial
Gardens Cemetery at Justice, WV. Kayleena and her daughter Macie will be carried to their
resting place by pallbearers: Matthew Huffman, Bradley Blankenship, Brandon
Blankenship, Aaron Wilson, Blake Lockhart, Trey Lockhart, Robby Newberry,
Ashton Cline, and Jarrett Cline.
Honorary Pallbearer will be Kaiden Baker.
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+2021, Rydal, Bartow Co., GA, Obituary
https://www.maxbrannonandsons.com/obituary/WilliamBill-Blankenship
William Louis Blankenship, 89, of Rydal (Calhoun) Georgia passed away Thursday, April 22 at
Redmond Hospital, Rome, [Floyd Co.,] Georgia.
He was the son of the late John Herschel Blankenship and Marion Carlton Godfrey Blankenship.
William, better known as Bill, was a loving husband and wonderful
dad to his children. He was also known
as Uncle Bill and Mr. Bill by many. He
brought laughter and joy to many. He
always had a way to make you smile.
Bill was known for his passion for gardening. He grew beautiful flowers along with
vegetables. He spent a lot of time with
his children, coaching basketball, taking them to play ball and most of all
showing the love of Christ to them. He
taught his children by example.
Bill served His Lord in many ways.
He taught children’s Sunday School for over 40
years and more recently helped in Awanas. He enjoyed helping children memorize Bible
verses. He was ordained as a deacon at
The Baptist Tabernacle, Atlanta, and then served as a member of First Baptist
Church, Smyrna, Georgia, and after moving to Calhoun in 2016 he joined Belmont
Baptist Church. For many years he led
the Men’s Prayer Group at Smyrna First Baptist.
He served in the Navy from 1951-1955, where he became a welder. He
spent much of his career working in the Sheet Metal Local 85 in several
positions including Business Manager, Business Agent and HVAC technician. After retirement he then served in his church
as Maintenance Director for 4 years.
He was preceded in death by brothers,
Frank Edward Blankenship, Herschel Dewitt Blankenship, John LeRoy Blankenship,
and Walter Eugene Blankenship,
Sr.
He is survived by his wife, Twilamae
Travis of 59 years; daughters, Sharon (Marty) Vess of Rydal, Georgia and Kathy (Brad) Bernard of Jacksonville Beach, Florida; son Bryan (Christie) Blankenship of Marietta, Georgia; grandchildren:
Joshua (Meghan) Vess, Jake (Julianna)Vess, Heather Vess, J.T. Vess; Dylan (Shelby) Bernard, Bryce Bernard; Meghan Ruth Blankenship. Sister Janet Blankenship Bass; brothers
Hubert (Joan) Blankenship and Jarrett Blankenship.
A celebration of life service will be held Monday at 3:00 PM, April
26, 2021, at Belmont Baptist Church, Calhoun, Georgia with Pastor Stephen
Williams officiating. Visitation will be
at 2:00 PM until the funeral hour of 3:00 PM. The service will be recorded and
available later at www.maxbrannonandsons.com.
+2021, South Covington, Newton Co., GA, Obituary
https://www.southerncrescentcrematorium.com/obituary/frances-blankenship
Frances Elaine Blankenship, loving mother
of six, went to be with her Lord while at home surrounded by loved ones. On Thursday, April 8 2021. She was born October 15, 1942 in
Springfield Ohio.
Elaine was raised in Smyrna, GA by her
father and mother Albert and Dee Morgan. Elaine raised six
children that absolutely love and admire her. Elaine’s impact was felt all
throughout her family and amongst anyone that ever met her. She had a
contagious smile and a sassiness about her that was adored by all that knew her.
She will be greatly missed.
Gram has always been a fighter. After
battling and beating breast cancer, she began a new fight against bone and
liver cancer. She was never weak in spirit and her faith never wavered. She
battled to fight for time with her family. Long after the doctors stopped
treating her, after the medicine could no longer work... She fought. She lived.
Gram gathered her family around her to make them laugh, to show them love, to
give them all the memories she could. Her battle is now over, she finally won
and beat cancer by leaving this world on her own terms and in her spunky and
unique fashion.
Elaine was preceded in death by: Tommy Blankenship (Husband)
Albert and Dee Morgan (Father/Mother) Marvin Morgan (Brother) Dallas Dolle (Brother).
Elaine is survived by: Barbara Ornelas
(Sister) Richard Kisamore (Brother) Stephanie Dobson
(Sister) Melanie Thomas (Sister) Mike and Nancy Mealer
(Son/Daughter In-Law) Phillis and Greg Smith (Daughter/Son In-Law) Mary and Tom
Mallory (Daughter/Son In-Law) Tim and Kim Mealer
(Son/Daughter In-Law) Teresa and Kevin Nix (Daughter/Son In-Law) Daniese and Rick Ingram (Daughter/Son In-Law) John Mealer (Grandchild) Matthew Mealer
(Grandchild) Lisa Hasty (Grandchild) Brandi Johnson (Grandchild) Emily Smith
(Grandchild) Hope Tweedell (Grandchild) Robert Nix
(Grandchild) Kevin Mealer (Grandchild) Aaron Smith
(Grandchild) Ashlyn Mealer (Grandchild) Faith Mallory
(Grandchild) Olivia Ingram (Grandchild) Shae Mallory (Grandchild) Audree Johnson (Great Grandchild) Gunner Hambrick (Great Grandchild).
A Memorial Service will be held in
Elaine’s honor on Monday April 12, 2021 at 2:00 pm at New Life Baptist Church
5325 Hwy 81 South Covington GA 30016.
*2021, Glennville, Tattnall Co., GA Obituary
https://www.brannenkennedy.com/obituary/Belinda-Rowe
Belinda Sue (Blankenship) Rowe, 56, passed away Saturday, April 24, 2021 at Augusta University
Medical Center [Augusta, Richmond Co., GA]. She was born July 31, 1964 in Mann, West
Virginia.
She lived in this area for the last 20 years. Belinda enjoyed
attending missions with the Tattnall Evans Association, was a member and Sunday
school teacher at Little Rock Baptist Church. She enjoyed crafting and
quilting. Belinda was preceded in death by her parents, Freddie Barr and Linda Blankenship Neil.
She is survived by: Husband, Daniel Rowe of Glennville, Georgia; Children,
Shelly Rodman of Glennville, Georgia, Thomas Rodman (Lauren) of Augusta,
Georgia; Step-Children, Hope Tindall Rowe of Jesup,
Georgia, Molly Rowe of Ludowici, Georgia, Matthew
Rowe of Ludowici, Georgia, Amanda Narcarti
of Glennville, Georgia; Sisters, Lea Risoldi of
Louisa, Virginia, Norma Delegal of Columbus, Indiana,
Donna Branham of Roanoke, Virginia; Grandchildren, Joseph Daniel Rodman, Jayden
Tindall and Phoenix Mock; Several nieces, nephews and other relatives also
survive.
Funeral Services will be held 11:00 am,
Wednesday, April 28, 2021 at the chapel of Brannen-Kennedy
Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Little Rock Baptist Church Cemetery.
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https://www.facebook.com/celebratelifeiowa/posts/3947206982040060
Karlene Blankenship
67 [16Nov1963], of Harlan, Iowa passed away on April 10, 2021
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+2021, Worthington, Greene Co., IN, Obituary
https://www.welchcornett.com/obituary/Naomi-Blankenship
Naomi Ruth Blankenship, 70, of Worthington, passed away on Sunday, April 18, 2021 at the
I.U. Health Bloomington Hospital. Ruth was born on January 20, 1951 in
Bloomington, Indiana to Eugene Dalward Pruett and Mary Pauline
(White) Pruett Morrow Reese.
Ruth drove a school bus and loved it for over forty years. Ruth
cared for everyone, she was a mother to many,
grandmother to all and always saw the good in people. Ruth enjoyed sewing,
gardening, and traveled in a group on her GoldWing
trike.
Ruth was preceded in death by her father, husband, Steve
Blankenship, daughter, Tanya Blankenship-English, and one
brother, Kenny Pruett.
Ruth is survived by her mother, children, Laura L. Dyer, Heather (Tony)
Hubbard, Steven L. (Deanna) Blankenship, Jr., Brianna Heavenly, Dawn Blankenship, grandchildren, MaKrista (Cody) Dyer-Bottoms, Steven Dyer, MaKenna Blankenship, MarLee
Blankenship, Stormy Fields,
siblings, Gloria L. Blalock, Milly Appel, C. Joy (Daniel) Stephenson, and many
nieces and nephews.
A memorial service will take place at 3:00 PM, Sunday, April 25,
2021 at the Folsom Memorial United Methodist Church, 8 North Lafayette Street,
Worthington, Indiana, 47471. Pastor Rick Pressel will officiate.
+2021, Indianapolis,
Marion Co., IN, Obituary
https://simplicityfuneralandcremationcare.com/obituary/jessica-blankenship-turpin/
Jessica Blankenship Turpin, age 68, passed away on April 9, 2021. She was born on Saturday,
October 17, 1953.
She is preceded in passing by her parents: Jessie
James Blankenship and Ruby Grider
Blankenship; husband: Carl Turpin; brothers: Jessie
James Blankenship, Jr., Thomas Lee Blankenship, Bobby Ray Blankenship, and Ricky Lee
Blankenship; sisters: Rita Fay
Crenshaw, and Mary Ruth Conover; as well as many nieces and
nephews.
Jessica is survived by her sons: Michael Turpin, and Ronnie Qualls;
daughter: Stephanie Whitten; stepson: Carl Turpin, Jr.; sisters: Janice Willoughby, Peggy (John)
Hamilton, Brenda Arnold, Ruby
(Robert) Hamilton, and Vicky Hamilton; her brother: Jessie Ray
Blankenship; 13 grandchildren;
and 11 great grandchildren.
A visitation will be held on Thursday, April 15, 2021 from 11:00
a.m. until the time of service at 1:00 p.m. at Simplicity Funeral &
Cremation Care, 7520 Madison Ave., Indianapolis, 46227. Burial will follow at
Floral Park Cemetery.
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+2021, Covington, Kenton Co., KY, Obituary
https://catchen.com/tribute/details/2423/Guy-Blankenship/obituary.html
Guy Patrick Blankenship, 52 [1968] of Covington, KY, passed away
on April 9, 2021.
Guy is preceded in death by his Parents; Herman and
Bettie Blankenship.
He is survived by his Sisters;
Melissa Vanlandingham
and Brenda Edwards.
Services will be at the convenience of the family. Don Catchen & Son Funeral Home, Elsmere.
+2021, Richmond, Madison Co., KY, Obituary
https://obituaries.richmondregister.com/obituary/joe-blankenship-1082193536
Coach Joseph Urban Blankenship, Jr., 79 passed into eternal life April 30, 2021, at home with
his family. He was the oldest child of Joseph Urban Blankenship Sr. and Eva Mae Wheatley Blankenship.
Joe was a retired coach and educator at Eastern Kentucky
University. He was a faithful member of First Baptist Church in Richmond where
he served as Deacon for many years.
Joe is survived by his wife
Brenda Wooden Blankenship (59 years of marriage), daughter Kim Draughn (David) and son
Troy Blankenship (Peggy). Six Grandchildren; Baxter Draughn (Jordan), Kendall Draughn,
Will Blankenship,
Ben Blankenship, Betsy
Blankenship and Nate Blankenship.
His siblings include; Roger Blankenship (Donna), Carol (Earl
Carter), Sharon (Kenneth Jaggers),
and Steven (deceased).
A celebration of the life will be conducted at 11 am, Monday, May
3, 2021, at The First Baptist Church, 425 Eastern Bypass, Richmond. Combs, Parsons & Collins Funeral Home.
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+2021, Silver Spring, Montgomery Co., MD, Obituary
https://www.collinsfuneralhome.com/obituaries/Franklin-Delano-Blankenship?obId=21006441
Franklin Delano Blankenship, 83, of Silver Spring, MD passed away Monday, April 19, 2021, after
a short battle with lymphoma. Son of Adolphus
Blankenship and Nancy Eloise Rathburn Blankenship
of Burnsville, North Carolina.
Born and raised in Burnsville, North Carolina, Mr. Blankenship
enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corp. in 1956 where he served until 1958. After his
service, he enrolled in business school at the University of Virginia, moved to
Maryland, and became vice president of State National Bank in Kensington. He
moved on to run his own home improvement company until his retirement. Mr.
Blankenship was dedicated to his community and worked on many low-income
housing projects to support those less fortunate throughout his career. He also
believed in giving people a second chance and hired many workers from the
Montgomery County Pre-Release Unit to work with his company.
Mr. Blankenship was predeceased by his daughter, Nancy
Blankenship.
Mr. Blankenship is survived by his beloved wife Marianne
Elizabeth Blankenship; sons Barry Blankenship of Silver Spring, MD, Scott Blankenship
and wife Reagan of Silver Spring, MD, and Steven Blankenship
and wife Jennifer of Brookeville, MD; grandchildren
Theresa Blankenship Linck and
husband Jarrett, David
Blankenship, and Steven Blankenship, Jr.; great grandchildren Jarrett Matthew Linck, Jr. and Mackenzie Ann Linck;
brother Bill Blankenship and wife Rose of Anaheim, California; and
several cousins, nieces, and nephews.
A Memorial Service will be held at St. Paul's United Methodist
Church, 10401 Armory Avenue, Kensington, MD, at 11:00 am, on Saturday, May 15,
202. Interment private.
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+2021, Alexandria, Douglas Co., MN, Obituary
https://www.lindfamilyfh.com/obituary/JenniferJen-Blankenship
Jennifer Ann Blankenship, 48, of Alexandria, MN, passed away unexpectedly due to unknown
causes on April 7, 2021, while vacationing with her husband and two of her
children in Florida. She was born on September 20, 1972, to William and Alison Malyon of Glenwood, and was the oldest of four
children.
Jen attended Glenwood High School and went on to the University of
Minnesota Crookston. She and her husband,
Todd Blankenship, married on August 23, 1997, and raised
four sons in Alexandria.
With a radiant smile and bright blue eyes, Jen lit up any room she
entered. Her God-given gifts of warmth and hospitality were shared with all
those around her. Friends and family also knew Jen as a very creative
individual — from her culinary skills to fashion and home decorating. Jen was
known for her delectable green bean and sweet potato casseroles, southwest
pinwheels, pickle wraps, and salads. Her husband and boys also enjoyed an
annual surf & turf Valentine’s dinner. In her 25 years at Herbergers as a Visual Manager, Jen put her artistic
talents to work selecting and setting up the latest fashion trends and displays
throughout the store and always greeting customers with that brilliant smile of
hers. Her friends and sisters envied her latest shoe purchases. Every inch of
her home is decorated with gorgeous textiles, wall décor, and framed photos.
She organized many photo shoots with her family and extended family throughout
the years. Her love of family is beautifully displayed on every wall and
surface available in her home. Other things she enjoyed were time on the water,
teaching children’s church at Lake Community Church, hosting gatherings, and
traveling to Florida and the North Shore of Minnesota. Jen was also known to be
the late one in the family, but she made up for it with her long goodbyes.
Jen is preceded in death by her paternal grandparents, Harold and
Mary (Ewing) Malyon and maternal grandparents,
Douglas and Barbara (Pelley) Johnston.
Jen will be dearly missed by her husband, Todd; sons, Mitchell Telles, Kade, Kyle, and Jace; granddaughters, Ava and Eleanor; parents, William and
Alison (Johnston) Malyon; brother, Brian Malyon; sisters, Molly Seipkes
and Megan Blondeau; parents-in-law, Chuck
& Kathy Blankenship; and
many brothers- and sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts, uncles, and
friends.
A celebration of life will be held at 2 p.m., Friday, April 16,
2021, at Lake Community Church in Alexandria with Pastor Jon Ewton officiating.
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+2021, Carthage, Jasper Co.,
MO, Obituary
https://www.ulmerfh.com/obituaries/Lane-Blankenship/#!/Obituary
Lane Virgil Blankenship passed away on April 26, 2021. He was born on December 10, 1961 in
Carthage, Missouri to David and
Joan Blankenship. They both
preceded him in death.
He was an avid Kansas City Chiefs and St. Louis Cardinals fan.
Lane is survived by his children
Jana (Cody) Smith, Chaunda (Scott) Sarley, Russell (Candice) Blankenship, Derek Blankenship, Alex Blankenship, J. C. Blankenship, JR Maggard,
Tara (Austin) Chittim, and Brady Tymeson;
as well as 14 grandchildren. He is also survived by two brothers; Scott
(Genie) Blankenship, Wyatt (Jennifer) Blankenship; and one sister, April (Curtis) Greathouse;
and many nieces and nephews.
Memorial Graveside Services will be held at 11 am, Friday, April
30th 2021, at Oak Hill Cemetery in Carthage, MO.
+2021, Maryville, Nodaway Co., MO, Obituary
Terri Hope Blankenship, 64, of Maryville, passed away Tuesday, May 24, 2011, at her home,
in Maryville. She was born June 10, 1946, in Chillicothe, MO, the daughter of
Thomas Merle and Anne Belle (Waltz) Hamline.
Terri graduated from Van Horn High School, Independence, Mo. in
1964 and married William Eugene Sayles. They were divorced. She joined the
Army, becoming a Sergeant during the Vietnam Era. In 1986, she graduated from
the University of Kansas with a degree in Medical Records Administration and
worked for Beasley & Thomas.
Terri married Billy
Howard Blankenship October 2,
1999, in Maryville. She was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter
Day Saints and BPW in Maryville and the Registered Health Information Administration
Association “AHIMA”.
Terri was preceded in death by her husband, Billy on January 21,
2009; and her parents.
Survivors include her sons, Douglas (Cindy) Sayles, St Charles, Mo.
and Jason (Laura) Hagan, Maryville; grandchildren, Jacob Hagan, Catelyn Huber
and Nicholas Huber; brothers, Thomas Merle Hamline III, Sweet Springs, Mo. and
Steve Hamline, Denver, Colo.; sisters, Lori Beth Hamline, Kansas City, Mo.,
Sharon Bishop, Alaska, Vicki Tilford, Chico, Calif.,
and Cindy Tilford, Boise, Idaho; and Max, the dog.
Graveside Services will be 10 a.m. Tuesday, May 31, 2011, at Floral
Hills Cemetery, Kansas City, with Military Services under the direction of the
Missouri Military Honors Program.
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+2021, Tupelo, Lee Co., MS, Obituary
https://www.leememorialonline.com/obituary/russell-blankenship
Russell Evan Blankenship, 61, passed away on April 19, 2021, at Baptist Memorial Hospital
in Oxford. He was born to George
and Joan Lee Blankenship on
January 28, 1960.
A lifelong resident of Tupelo, he was a class of 1978 alumni at
Tupelo High School where he excelled in football. He went on to Mississippi
College after graduating and pursued his BA while continuing to play football.
Soon after college, he began a career in construction that he remained
passionate about throughout his life. It was working at Rutledge Construction
and most recently, Hodge’s Construction, that he gained an extended second
family in the coworkers he enjoyed sharing his days with.
Russell was a faithful believer and truly loved the Lord, a love
that he spoke freely about and shared with beloved family and friends. At the
center of his world was his wife, four daughters,
three grandchildren, and his Boxer George. He beamed with pride when talking
about them and rarely had a conversation without involving them. He enjoyed
cooking for his family, especially family dinners on Sundays. He also enjoyed
being outdoors, hunting for antiques to add to his exquisite man cave, and he
never passed up a good joke.
Preceding him in death are his parents and mother-in-law, Rosa Lee
Wells.
He is survived by his wife of 28 years, Tangie Blankenship;
his daughters, Candace Blankenship of Tupelo; Lauren Cox
of Ruidoso, New Mexico; Darby
Blankenship of Tupelo; Lily Blankenship of Tupelo; brother Rob
Blankenship (Jennifer) of
Belden; grandchildren, Hudson Blankenship, Ava Cox, and Aspen Cox.
Visitation will be Monday, April 26, 2021, from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM
at Lee Memorial Funeral Home. A funeral service will follow at 2:00 PM with Bro.
Richard Anglin officiating. Pallbearers will be Rob Blankenship, Chad Blankenship, Mark Greenwood, Jason Roberts, Terry
Wells, and Thomas Wells.
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+2021, Asheville, Buncombe Co., NC, Obituary
Gerald Eugene Blankenship, 54 [December 25, 1966], passed away on Friday, April 23, 2021 at
the John F. Keever Solace Center in Asheville. He was
the son of Kenneth Eugene
Blankenship and Linda Sue Edwards Blankenship.
Gerald was a long haul truck driver. He enjoyed reading, playing
video games, watching football and nascar
racing.
Surviving in addition to his parents are his children: Bradley
Blankenship, Kayleigh Hudgins, Cortney Blankenship and
husband, Devin Burleson, Belinda
Blankenship and Jessica Blankenship, brother,
Darryl Blankenship;
grandchildren: Justice, Journee, Haidyn and Owen;
nieces: Rebekah and Rachel and his fiancée: Kelia Whitted.
A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, April 27th, 2021 at
7:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Yancey Funeral Services. The family will receive
friends from 6 until 7 p.m. prior to the service. Rev. Phillip Garland will
officiate
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+2021, Middleport, Meigs Co., OH, Obituary
Harless Blankenship, Jr., 87, of Middleport, Ohio, passed away after a short illness on
April 23, 2021 at O.S.U. Wexner Medical Center in
Columbus, Ohio. He was born on October 15, 1933 in West Virginia, son of the
late Harless and Lillian Bailey Blankenship, Sr.
Harless or "Jr," as he was called, was preceded in death by his parents; a son, Ricky L. Blankenship; and a granddaughter, Taylor N. Powell.
He is survived by his wife
of 62 years, Karen L. Conkle Blankenship of Middleport; two sons,
Larry (Lois) Blankenship of Powellton, West Virginia and James (Barb) Blankenship of St. Albans, West Virginia; three daughters, Anna (David) Dowler of Middleport, Kathy Lemley of Middleport, and Nancy (Scott) Holbert of Cape Canaveral,
Florida; sixteen grandchildren; twenty-eight great grandchildren; and three
great great grandchildren.
The funeral will be held at 1:00 pm, on Tuesday, April 27, 2021, at
Willis Funeral Home with Pastor Lovell Eugene Parsons officiating. His burial
will follow in Ohio Valley Memory Gardens.
+2021, Clinton, Summit Co., OH, Obituary
https://www.schermesserfh.com/obituary/Nancy-Antulis
Nancy J. (Blankenship) Antulis, 80, went home to be with the Lord on
April 30, 2021. She was born April 17,
1941 in Sassafras, Kentucky to the late Charles and Miriam Blankenship.
Nancy was a dedicated and faithful wife, mother, grandmother, and
great grandmother who took great joy in serving others. She was a true reflection of Christ-like
character and lived to share her faith in Jesus with anyone she met. For years
she faithfully took care of the day-to-day operations at Firestone Park
Automotive for her loving husband Tony. She loved painting scenery and
portraits, swimming, gardening, and taking care of family, which includes her
dog Bitzi and kitty Miss Ella. Nancy served as a
Sunday School teacher for 13 years at Akron Baptist
Temple in the preteen department. She used her artistic talents to paint murals
on the walls of the children’s departments at ABT. Nancy also served in the
nursery at HighPoint Christian Church for many years.
She was an outstanding seamstress, making prom, homecoming, and wedding
dresses, and enjoyed making flower arrangements. Nancy will be greatly missed
by all.
Nancy is survived by her loving husband of 60 years, Anthony “Tony”
Antulis; sons, Robert (Nelly) and James Antulis; daughters, Charlene (Jack) Chandler and Deanna
(John) Stahl; grandchildren, David (Michelle), Samantha (Chris), Matthew
(Vanessa), Mitchell, Rachel, Chandler, Jacob, Nathan and Becca; 4 great
grandchildren; brother, Cliff Blankenship; sisters,
Susan Holcomb and Carla
(Lenny) Johnson; as well as many nieces, nephews and friends.
Funeral service will be held at 1 P.M. on Thursday, May 6, 2021 at
High Point Christian Church, 2545 W. Comet Road, Clinton, Ohio 44216 with
Pastor John Stahl officiating. Schermesser
Funeral Home, 600 E. Turkeyfoot Lake Road (SR619),
Akron, Ohio 44319 or on Thursday from 12 P.M. until the time of the service at
the church. Interment will take
place at Greenlawn Memorial Park.
+2021, Warren, Trumbull Co., OH, Obituary
https://www.carlwhall.com/obituaries/John-R-Blankenship?obId=20818676#/obituaryInfo
John R. Blankenship,
74, of Warren, died early Saturday evening, April 17, 2021, at the Hospice
House in Poland. He was born June 5, 1946 in Coalton,
WV, a son of the late Charles
H. and Alice M. (Reilly) Blankenship.
John worked in a sawmill for most of his
adult life. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army having served during the Vietnam
War. He enjoyed fishing, squirrel hunting, NASCAR, and watching Western movies.
He was also an avid Pittsburgh Steelers fan.
Besides his parents, John was preceded in death by four sisters; Lillian
Scott, Pauline Crozier, Phyllis
Scott, and Karen Neaves.
John is survived by a brother,
Willard "Bill"
(Arbutus) Blankenship, and a sister, Bernice
(Harvey) Yeager, both of Maryland. He also leaves behind many nieces and
nephews, and his special niece, Stacie Comer, of Warren, who cared for him.
In keeping with his wishes cremation will take place and there will
be no funeral services or calling hours. Carl W. Hall Funeral
Home, 533 North Park Ave., Warren.
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+2021, Atoka, Atoka Co., OK, Obituary
https://www.atokafuneralhome.com/obituary/joy-blankenship
Joy Blankenship, 76 years old
passed away on Saturday, April 10, 2021 at her home in Atoka, Oklahoma. Joy was
born on June 13, 1944 in Atoka, Oklahoma to Isaac and Mary Armstrong.
Joy served her community at the Atoka Co.
Election Board for 29 years and most recently with the Ladies Auxiliary. Joy attended Atoka Public Schools and was a
proud member of AHS Class of '62. Joy's
most treasured role was being a mother to Tonya and Gary Blankenship.
Preceded in death by; Parents Isaac
& Mary Armstrong; Infant Brother Paul Armstrong; beloved pet Toie.
Survivors: Son Gary Don
Blankenship & wife Cathy of Edmond, OK; Daughter Tonya Kay
Blankenship of Atoka, OK; Grandchildren Adam Chase Casey of Tucson, AZ, Sabrina Anne
Casey of Santa Barbara, CA, Alex Curtis Jones & wife Alexandra of Oklahoma
City, OK, Abigail Faith Flores & husband Larry of Edmond, OK; Great
Granddaughter Adeline Grace Jones of Oklahoma City, OK; beloved pet Jasper of
the home in Atoka, OK
Graveside service; 2:00 pm, Wednesday, April
14, 2021, Tushka Cemetery
+2021, Blanchard, McClain
Co., OK, Obituary
https://www.jacksonfuneral.net/obituary/micah-blankinship
Micah Lee Blankinship age 40, of Blanchard, Oklahoma passed away Friday, April 9, 2021,
in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. He was born July 4, 1980, in Lawton, Oklahoma to Johnny Mark and Kimberly Sue (Wulf) Blankinship.
Micah attended Indiahoma Elementary
School, transferring to Snyder Middle School and then Lawton High School. He and Audre Ruth Inez West-Blankinship had
been companions since May 18, 2013 and was engaged to
be married. He was an entrepreneur of
woodcutting, plumbing, small engine repairs, and a jack of all trades. He loved the outdoors. Micah enjoyed fishing, camping, kayaking,
playing his guitar, and especially gardening; he had an exceptional green
thumb.
He was preceded in death by his father and stepmother, Johnny Mark and Brenda Blankinship.
He is survived by his fiance', Audre West-Blankinship of Blanchard, Oklahoma; his mother, Kimberly Blankinship of Chula Vista, California; two daughters, Kleya
Blankinship of Valley View,
Texas, and Nyla Blankinship of
Valley View, Texas; one brother, Jesse Blankinship and his wife Charlee of Cache, Oklahoma;
one sister, Katie Blankinship Chapman and her husband Chris of Cache, Oklahoma;
four nieces, Josilyn
Chapman, Karlee Chapman, Everly
Blankinship, and Addison Blankinship; two nephews,
Aaron Blankinship and Brian Blankinship; other family members and many friends.
Funeral service will be at 11:00 am, Tuesday, April 13, 2021, at
the Jackson Funeral Home Chapel, 921 W. Gladstone Avenue, Frederick with Rev.
Art Barker officiating. Burial will
follow in the Spring Hill Cemetery South of Cooperton.
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+2021, Ashland City, Cheatham Co., TN, Obituary
https://www.reedschapel.com/obituaries/Jackie-Blankenship-2/#!/Obituary
Jackie Dewayne Blankenship, age 79 [September 11, 1941], passed away Sunday, April 10, 2021
in Ashland City, TN.
He was preceded in death by a daughter,
Cindi Blankenship and his parents, Jack and Exie Blankenship.
He was retired from Goodyear and a veteran of the United States
Army.
He is survived by a daughter,
Tammi Bedwell of
Ashland City, a son, Mitchell Blankenship of West Memphis, AR., a sister, Myra Laws of
Lexington, 4 grandchildren, Blake Bedwell, Rachel
Blankenship, Travis Blankenship, and Jerry Bedwell,
and 2 great-grandchildren, Aiden Hunter and Waylon Bedwell.
Funeral services will be Tuesday, April 13 at 2PM at Reeds Chapel
with burial to follow in the Nebo Cemetery. Visitation will be Monday 4PM-9PM
and Tuesday 10AM until service.
+2021, Johnson City, Washington Co., TN, Obituary
Mrs. Etta Carolyn Blankenship, age 78, Johnson City, passed away Sunday, April 25, 2021 at her
residence after a brief liver cancer diagnosis. She was born in Washington
County, and the daughter of the late Hugh McMackin & Nelle McMackin-Tipton.
Mrs. Blankenship worked many years for Thomasville Furniture and
retired from State Farm Insurance Company. Carolyn & Earl were very active
in Tennessee Walking Horse Association. She was a member of Eden United
Methodist Church.
Mrs. Blankenship was also preceded in death by her husband, Earl Frank Blankenship, two brothers, Gary McMackin and Larry McMackin and a sister, Barbara Knisley.
Survivors include one brother and sister-in-law, Mike & Patty McMackin; loved by many nephews and nieces including great
nieces, Allie & Courtney McCurry of Johnson City; and best friend, Jane Nesseth.
Graveside services will be conducted 3:00 pm, Saturday, May 1, 2021
at Washington County Memory Gardens with Pastor Bryan Orchard officiating. Pallbearers
will be family & friends. Dillow-Taylor Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Jonesborough, TN
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+2021, Buchanan, Botetourt Co., VA, Obituary
https://www.hutchesonsmemorialchapel.com/obituary/Alona-Shepperd
Mrs. Alona Lee Blankenship Shepperd
of Buchanan passed away Friday, April 16, 2021, in a local healthcare
facility. She was born September 30,
1946, in Roanoke, VA, to the late Lorenzo and Margie Smith Blankenship.
Alona worked for more than 30 years at Jim Cash Pharmacy, now
Buchanan Drugs. She loved arranging
flowers, baking and spending time with her family, especially her
granddaughter, Rachel. Alona was a member of Victory
Baptist Church in Rockmart.
In addition to her parents, Alona is
preceded in death by her husband, Johnny Shepperd and
a son, Gary Wayne Shepperd
Survivors include her son and daughter-in-law, Ricky and Noel Shepperd of Buchanan; granddaughter, Rachel Shepperd of Buchanan; two sisters, Sandra Beckner of
Salem. VA, and Deloris Feather of Roanoke, VA; and two brothers, Russell Blankenship of Bremen, and Michael Blankenship of Cobin, VA.
Graveside services for Mrs. Alona Shepperd will be conducted at 2:00 PM. Monday, April 19,
2021, at Mt. Zion East Baptist Church Cemetery in Buchanan with Brother Melton
Moss officiating. Hutcheson's
Memorial Chapel & Crematory of Buchanan.
+2021, Grundy, Buchanan Co., VA, Obituary
https://memorials.virginiafuneralhomeofgrundy.com/Blankenship-Charles/4582566/
Charles Edward “BP Eddie” Blankenship age 56 of Grundy, Virginia passed away on April 10, 2021
surrounded by his family. Born June 8, 1964 at Richlands Virginia, he was the
son of the late Judy Stacy Blankenship and Donald Blankenship of Grundy, Virginia.
He had spent the last four years of his life with his aunt Pauline
Justus. Eddie loved to watch ball games, Nascar,
and talk with his family and friends.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Judy Stacy
Blankenship.
Survivors include in addition to his father: Sister, Donna Sue Stacy and husband David (Pee Wee) of
Abingdon, Virginia; Brother, William Blankenship of Grundy, Virginia; His Niece Chasity
Wright, Great-Niece Zoey Wright of Abingdon, Virginia; Also surviving are many
aunts, uncles, cousins, and many good friends. Also surviving is his best
buddy, his cat, Cletus who gave him so much joy.
Funeral services will be held at 12:00 noon, on Thursday, April 15,
2021, at the Virginia Funeral Home Chapel Grundy, Virginia with Cliff Wolford
officiating. Burial will follow in the Wolford Cemetery at Wolford, Virginia. Serving
as pallbearers will be family and friends.
+2021, Lynch Station, Campbell Co., VA, Obituary
https://www.colbertmoran.com/obituary/marjorie-dalton
Marjorie “Margie” Blankenship Dalton, age 79 of Lynch Station passed away peacefully Tuesday,
April 27, 2021 at Centra Lynchburg General Hospital. Born
August 9, 1941, she was a daughter of the late Amos Kelly Blankenship and Florence Dinkle
Blankenship.
Margie was a dedicated member of New Prospect Baptist Church in
Hurt, where she taught Sunday School, sang in the
choir, and worked with the Shut-In Ministry. She graduated from Moneta High
School and Virginia Baptist Hospital School of Nursing, Class of 1963. She
began her nursing career with Dr. Ralph C. Slusher,
of Altavista. She later worked for Virginia Baptist
Hospital where she helped to start the Outpatient Surgery Department. She
previously volunteered at Staunton River Family Physicians, and retired from
her nursing career in 2001 as an Occupational Health Nurse at BGF Industries, Altavista.
Margie is predeceased by one brother,
Michael Blankenship, and one sister, Algie
Mayhew.
Margie is survived by her husband, Silas Dalton of the residence;
two sons, Ron Dalton of Lynch Station, and Stuart Dalton and wife, Kathy of Altavista; one daughter, Julie Dollyhite
and husband, Eddie of Evington; six grandchildren, Skylar Dalton, Steven Dollyhite, Cara Dalton, Luke Dollyhite,
Spencer Dalton, and Sawyer Dalton; 3 brothers,
Dennis Blankenship and wife, Madeline of Bedford, Bobby Blankenship of Bedford, and Lynwood Blankenship and wife, Alma of Bedford; two sisters, Shelby
Robertson and husband, Barry of Bedford, and Sandra Falls
and husband, Leslie of Bedford. She is also survived by special friends, Jordan
and Joan Moorefield of Hurt.
A private graveside service will be conducted Friday, April 30,
2021 at New Prospect Baptist Church Cemetery by Rev. Brady Willis. A
Celebration of Life service will be held Saturday, May 15th, at 3 PM at New
Prospect Family Life Center. Colbert-Moran Funeral Home, Gretna.
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+2021, Longview, Cowlitz Co., WA, Obituary
John Steven Blankenship passed away On
Feb. 13, 2021 at St. John’s Hospital in Longview, Washington. He was born Aug.
25, 1946 in Princeton, West Virginia, the oldest son of John and Bertha
Blankenship.
John attended Verdugo Hills High School
in Tujunga, California. He then enlisted into the Navy and served three tours
in the Vietnam War. He was a Gunners Mate Second Class on the USS Farragut
until his service ended after six years in 1970. He started out as a young
entrepreneur in Southern California where he had a Hauling and Clean-up
business. In 1973, he moved his wife and five daughters to Rainier Oregon. He
started buying and selling vehicles and turned it into a full-time thriving business
from which he retired.
He enjoyed being outdoors hunting,
fishing, camping and wood working. He loved good movies, great food, and
laughing with his family and friends. John was a loving husband, father and
grandfather with a great sense of humor and was known for his honesty and
fairness in the community. He has left an indelible mark on all who knew him,
especially his family, who will deeply miss him.
He is preceded in death by his parents.
He is survived by his loving wife
of 53 years Barbara Blankenship; their children, Suzi Moore (Randy), Deborah
Blankenship, Sandra Blankenship, Dawn Naye (John), Brenda Richard (Jason),
and Beth Sealy his oldest
daughter who he was able to meet later in life. His grandchildren include Kati
Moore, Jessy Moore, Caley Rivera, Sarah Schroeder, Cameron Naye
and Alexis Richard. He is survived by his two younger siblings, Rick Blankenship and Pamela Cooper.
A celebration of life will be held
sometime this summer.
+2021, Winlock, Lewis Co., WA, Death
https://www.tributearchive.com/obituaries/20766708/Rodney-Gene-Blankenship
Rodney Gene Blankenship, Winlock, Washington, June 10, 1952 - April 3, 2021
Obituary is not available
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+2021, Huntington, Cabell Co., WV, Obituary
https://www.chapmans-mortuary.com/obituaries/David-Blankenship-7/#!/Obituary
David Bruce Blankenship, 70, of Huntington, WV, died Monday April 19, 2021 at his
residence. David was born December 4, 1950 in Huntington, WV a son of the late Jack D. and Harline
Cantrell Blankenship.
He was a U.S. Army veteran, a member of the Vinson Memorial
Christian Church and a life member of the American Legion Post 16. He retired
from CSX Railroad with 25 years of service.
Survivors include his wife,
Peggy Blankenship; two daughters,
Rebecca (Jody) Mathis of Parkersburg, WV, and Rachel Blankenship of Huntington; two sons, David Bruce
(Amy) Blankenship II of
Huntington and Micah (Rebecca)
Blankenship of Norfolk, VA;
one brother, Tommy (Teresa) Blankenship of Roanoke, VA, ten grandchildren, Casey,
Makayla, Benny, Connor, Kaylea, Joshua, Zander, Luke,
Emma and Virgil; a niece, Janelle Morgan; and nephew, Joshua
Blankenship.
Memorial services will be conducted at noon Wednesday, April 28,
2021, at Chapman's Mortuary, Huntington, with Pastor Bob McGlone
officiating. American Legion Post 93 will conduct Military Rites.
+2021, Bradshaw, McDowell
Co., WV, Obituary
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John Hiram Blankenship, 75, of Bradshaw, WV, passed away Sunday, April 25, 2021 at
Raleigh General Hospital in Beckley, WV. John was born October 23, 1945, in
Bradshaw, WV a son of the late Ira
and Cora Maloney Blankenship.
He was an auto mechanic, an avid coin collector and of the
Pentecostal Faith.
In addition to his parents,
Ira and Cora Blankenship, John was preceded in death by one brother, Crockett Blankenship and one sister, Martha Bowman.
Survivors include one brother-in-law, William C. Bowman of
Bradshaw; one sister-in-law, Alene Blankenship of Jolo; three
nephews, William “Todd” Bowman and wife Veronica of Bradshaw, Robert “Boddy” Bowman and wife Debbie of Welch, and Patrick Bowman
and his companion, Verna Barnett of Raysal; one niece, Hope Blankenship Endicott and husband Dale of Lincolnton, NC; and one great niece, Ashley
Bowman of Richlands, VA.
Funeral services will be conducted Friday, April 30, 2021 at 1
o’clock with Reverend Nancy Blevins officiating at the Chapel of Fanning
Funeral Home in Iaeger. Burial will follow in the Riffe Cemetery on Atwell Mountain near Atwell, WV. Family and friends will serve as pallbearers.
+2021, Jolo, McDowell Co., WV, Obituary
Swanson Blankenship, 82 years of age
of Jolo, WV, passed away Tuesday, April 27, 2021 at
his home with his family by his side. Born June 28, 1938 in Jolo,
WV, he was the son of the late James Monroe and Rosella Blankenship.
Swanson was a member of The Shelter
Freewill Baptist Church, enjoyed fishing, working his garden, was an avid
football fan, and most of all, enjoyed spending time
with his family. A loving husband, father, grandfather,
great-grandfather and brother.
In addition to his parents, he was
preceded in death by his daughter Vonda Leigh Vance, sons David Wayne Blankenship and Timothy Dean
Blankenship, grandson David Wayne Blankenship II, sisters,
Rose Long and Maxine Cantrell, brothers
Hobert, Glenn, Barron and Doyle Blankenship.
Survivors include his loving wife
of sixty-one years Velda Mullins Blankenship of Jolo, WV; daughter Sherri Day of Myrtle
Beach, SC, Deborah Ann Day and husband Jason of Pilgrims Knob, VA, Patsy Cordle and husband Dwayne of Richlands, VA; son Swanson Russell
Blankenship of Maxie, VA; brother Doug Blankenship and wife Ruth of Stafford, VA. He is
also survived by fifteen grandchildren, twenty great-grandchildren, several
nieces and nephews and special friend Phyllis Thomas of Hurley, VA.
Funeral service will be held at the Shortridge-Ramey Funeral Home of Grundy, VA, at 1:00 pm, Friday,
April 30, 2021, with Reverend Earl Cole officiating. Burial will be at a later
date in the Ambrose Mullins Cemetery, in Paynesville, WV.
+2021, Indian Creek, Monroe Co., WV, Obituary
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Kathy Lynn Blankenship Vance, 63, of Indian Creek, WV peacefully departed this life at her home
surrounded by her family, on Thursday, April 22, 2021. Born
April 28, 1957 a daughter of the late Ray and Hassie Hess Blankenship,
and Oldie Blankenship.
She was a homemaker and a member of the Indian Creek Baptist
Church.
In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by a grandson
Jeremiah "Sunshine" Vance and a daughter-in-law Andrea Vance.
Survivors include her husband Jack Vance a daughter Heather Cline
and husband Tracey of Hanover two sons Alvin Vance and wife Peggy of Pineville,
and Timothy "T.J." Vance of Indian Creek three sisters Jeanie Lester and husband Leonard of Monroe
County, Judy Rife and husband Steve of TN, and Kim Toler and husband Ed of Ikes Fork eight
grandchildren Noah, Cody, and Hunter Vance, Paige, and Raylee
Vance, Makayla Bailey-Vance, Erica, and Molley Cline
and a host of other loving family and friends.
Funeral service will be held at 1 pm, on Monday, April 26, 2021, in
the Chapel of Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV,
with Bro. Adam Vance, and Rev. Dennis Lester officiating. She will be laid to
rest in Harmon Cemetery, Baileysville, WV.
*2021, Huttonsville, Randolph Co., WV, Obituary
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Mary "Frances" Louk Blankenship, 72, a
resident of Huttonsville, passed from this life
Friday, April 9, 2021, at Mon General Hospital in Morgantown. Frances was born
Sunday, March 13, 1949, in Mill Creek, a daughter of the late Minnie Mae Louk.
Frances attended the schools of Randolph County. She had worked as
a housekeeper for Snowshoe Mountain Resort. She enjoyed flower gardening,
picking blue berries, and making pies.
Preceding Frances in death besides her mother are three siblings,
Victoria Louk, Barbara Wegman,
and Goldie Day and one grandson, Gage Michael Martin.
Left to cherish Frances’ memory are six children, Theresa Clingerman, Ray Cutright and wife, Kim, Christina Cutright
and husband, Bucky, Jeff Cutright, Darren Blankenship and wife, Crystal, and Rebecca Blankenship, three siblings, Sandy Hoover, Ottis Louk, and Emily Martin, grandchildren, Timmy Cutright, Nikki Kenney, Eric Cool, Dustin Cool, Chrystal Cutright, Frankie Pritt, Melissa Raines, Christopher Pritt,
Summer Blankenship, Hanna Blankenship, Kayla Blankenship,
Clay Bell, Michael Cutright and Heather Cutright, and several great grandchildren, nieces and
nephews.
Visitation will be held at Randolph Funeral Home on Wednesday,
April 14, 2021 from 11AM until 1PM, the funeral hour. Interment will follow in
Brick Church Cemetery.
+2021, Prichard, Wayne Co., WV, Obituary
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Jewell Bradshaw Blankenship, 89, of Prichard, formerly of Wayne, W.Va., passed away on
April 14, 2021, in Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House
[Huntington,
WV]. After a short illness, she closed her
eyes and left this old, sinful world. She now rests with God and is at peace.
Jewell was born December 12, 1931, in Wayne County, a daughter of the late
Bryan Bradshaw and Ella Preston Bradshaw Gilkerson.
She was a member of the Booten Millers Fork United Baptist Church, being baptized
during her youth. She worked as an orthopedic nurse at the Huntington Hospital,
Huntington, WV, until it closed, and then went to work for and retired from the
West Virginia Veterans Home in Barboursville, WV.
She dedicated her life to her family and
to the Lord. In the last several years, she had not been able to attend church
services due to health issues, but she never lost her faith and love for the
Lord.
She is also preceded in death by her
brothers, Doliver “Dock” and Vernon Bradshaw, and her
sisters, Polly Bradshaw Adkins and Helen Ruth Bradshaw Blankenship.
She is survived by her loving husband
of 71 years, Albert Blankenship; six children, Judith Carol Williamson of
Wayne, Lovell Blankenship of Huntington, Karen Lynn Hall (Phillip) of South Point,
Ohio, Darrell Blankenship (Irene) of
Wayne, W.Va., Janet Lawhon of Prichard, James Blankenship (Nan) of
Prichard; 12 grandchildren, Robert, Matthew and Jeremiah Williamson, Alexander
Blankenship, Jedediah and Sarah Stephens, Jason “JB,”
David and Joshua Blankensip, Jason, Gavin and McKinzie Blankenship; 13 great-grandchildren,
Emma Thompson, Elizabeth Williamson, Jonathan and Shane Williamson, Peyton
Stephens, Ella, Travis and Megan Stephens, Hannah Blankenship, Kylie and Liam
Blankenship, Canaan and Kyra Blankenship; one great-great grandchild, Baby Q.
Funeral services will be 1 pm, Saturday,
April 17, 2021, at Morris Funeral Home Chapel, Wayne, WV, with Brother Virgil
Pack and Jimmie Lester officiating. Burial will follow in Price Mills Cemetery,
Wayne.
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