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+2021, Alpine, Talladega Co., AL, Obituary

https://usreyfuneralhome.com/tribute/details/3593/Mary-Lee-Blankenship/obituary.html

Mary Lee Gardner Blankenship, 88, passed away July 26, 2021, at her home in Alpine. She was born in Auburn, AL, to Harmon Austin Gardner, Sr., and Helen Wise Gardner on June 6, 1933. She was the wife of Van Blankenship for almost 68 years.

After her mother’s early death, she gained a second mother at the age of eleven, when her father married Sarah Tomlinson. Mary Lee graduated from Shades Valley High School and attended Alabama College (now the University of Montevallo) for two years. Mary Lee and Van together operated Van Blankenship Photography in Talladega for many years, through which they helped mark the milestones of many families. She was devoted to her husband and family. She was a woman of deep faith who served others in numerous ways, often quietly. She also served as a deacon at First Presbyterian Church. She was active in Presbyterian Women and Sunday school. She was involved in professional photographers’ organizations at every level and earned her Master of Photography and Photographic Craftsman through the Professional Photographers of America. One of her photographs was featured on the cover of PPA’s magazine, the first time for a woman photographer. She served as editor of the Southern Exposure magazine for the Southeastern Photographers Association, she was a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) and Friends of the Library. Her love of growing flowers and vegetables inspired her to complete the master of gardener training. Her many interests included cheering on Auburn sports, knitting, reading voraciously, and caring for numerous pets.

Preceding her in death were her parent’s, her infant daughter, Julie, and her brother, Harmon Austin Gardner, Jr.

In addition to her husband Van, Mrs. Blankenship is survived by her children, Buren and Luanne Blankenship of Starkville, MS., Sally and Tim Smith of Talladega, Ted and Angela Blankenship of Naples, FL., and Alec and Lindsay Blankenship of Mobile, AL.; her grandchildren, Kris and Matt Williams, Will and Laura Smith, Luke Smith, Sarah Caroline, Victoria and Ben Blankenship and Abigail and Alexander Blankenship; her great-grandchildren Sarah Kaitlyn, Corbin Williams and Nora Smith, and her brother, Arthur (Tina) Gardner of Dothan, AL.

Her funeral service will be 2:30 pm, Sunday, August 1, 2021, at First Presbyterian Church in Talladega with the church’s pastor, Leeann Scarbrough officiating. Interment will follow at Oak Hill Cemetery. Pallbearer’s will be Luke Smith, Will Smith, Matt Williams, Bert Gardner, Wright Gardner, and Alexander Blankenship.

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+2021, Melbourne, Izard Co., AR, Obituary

https://www.eddiesfamilyfuneralhome.com/obituary/lucille-b-linn

Lucille Blankenship Linn, daughter of the late Riley Blankenship and Augusta Copeland Blankenship, was born August 9, 1937 in Izard County, Arkansas. She departed this life August 8, 2021 in Melbourne, Arkansas at the age of 83 years, 11 months and 30 days.

She was united in marriage to Claude Rogers Linn May 21, 1956 and together they raised four children. Lucille spent her life as a loving daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, homemaker and friend. In addition to being a homemaker, Lucille worked at White River Shirt Factory, Baxter Lab and Pioneer Nursing Home. She was of the Church of Christ faith and a member of Melbourne Church of Christ.

She was preceded in death by her parents; one brother: Steve Blankenship; two sisters: Fern Wheeler and Eva Nell Nugent and one daughter: Toni Lawrence.

Lucille is survived by one son and daughter-in-law: Shane and Billie Linn of Melbourne; two daughters and two sons-in-law: Sheilla and Ted Wammack of Melbourne and Rita and David Hoskinds of Newburg; one son-in-law: David Lawrence of Melbourne; nine grandchildren: Chad Lawerence, Whitney Morehead, Aaron Hoskinds, Adam Hoskinds, Chaney Coleman, Tyler Wammack, Whitney Wammack, Lawson Linn and Bailey Everett; sixteen great grandchildren: Addison Hoskinds, Sawyer Hoskinds, Tucker Hoskinds, Kollin Hoskinds, Sloan Morehead, Sutton Morehead, Gunner Lawrence, Remi Lawrence, Emma Kaylinn Jones, Jude Everett, Coby Everett, Chloe Coleman, Clay Coleman, Keagan Roberts, Liam Worlow and Lucy Mae Linn; several nieces and nephews and a host of other relatives and many good friends.

Graveside funeral service will be at 10:00 am, Tuesday, August 10, at Page Cemetery with Danny Brightwell and Ryan Lloyd officiating. Pallbearers: Aaron Hoskinds, Adam Hoskinds, Chad Lawrence, Chaney Coleman, Lawson Linn, Josh Morehead and Tyler Wammack. Eddie’s Family Funeral Home in Melbourne, Arkansas.

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+2021, Bradenton, Manatee Co., FL, Obituary

https://www.mausfuneralhome.com/obituary/valla-hetrick

Attica - Valla Lea (Blankenship) Hetrick, 93, formerly of Veedersburg and currently residing in Bradenton, FL, passed away in “The Ranch Assisted Living Facility” in Bradenton, FL on Monday, July 12, 2021 at 9:05 a.m. She was born in Attica on February 7, 1928. She was the daughter of the late John Andrew and Mary La-Vetia (Grimes) Blankenship.

Lea lived the first 31 years of her life in Attica, graduating from Attica High School in 1945. She moved to Columbus & Bedford for a few years before moving to Veedersburg where she lived for 48 years. She later moved to Des Plaines, IL and then to Lakewood Ranch, FL where she resided for the last four years.

Lea had worked for the Myers Department Store in Veedersburg as well as doing office work for the West Central Farm Bureau COOP in Veedersburg. She was a member of the 1st Christian Church in Veedersburg. Lea enjoyed genealogy, playing golf and traveling.

Lea married John E. Hetrick on September 29, 1945 in Attica. He preceded her in death on October 18, 2009. She was also preceded in death by a brother, Reed Blankenship, and a sister, Mary Alice Aldridge.

Survivors include a son, John Gregory (Roberta M.) Hetrick, Lakewood Ranch, FL; and a grandson, Steven G. (Niki L.) Hetrick, Thornton, CO.

Funeral service will be at 2:00 pm, on Friday, July 23, at the Maus Funeral Home, Attica. Burial will follow in the Riverside Cemetery, Attica.

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+2021, Morrow, Clayton Co., GA, Obituary

https://www.fordstewartfuneralhome.com/obituary/caroline-blankenship

Mrs. Caroline Dell Blankenship age 86 [May 12, 1935] of Morrow passed away July 26, 2021.

Mrs. Blankenship was a member of First Baptist Church Jonesboro.

She was preceded in death by her husband: Orvil Blankenship.

She is survived by her children: Debi Dupree, Glenn Blankenship and Becky Blankenship; grandchildren: Angel Litler, April Medlin and Shane Dupree; great grandchildren: Brian Medlin and Brandon Medlin.

Funeral services will be held at 2 pm, Thursday, July 29th, 2021 in the chapel of First Baptist Church Jonesboro with Pastor Allen Davis officiating.

+2021, Cedartown, Polk Co., GA, Obituary

https://www.smithmillerfh.com/obituaries/Jeanette--Marie-Blankenship?obId=21783503

Mrs. Jeanette “Marie” Blankenship, age 76, of Cedartown, GA, passed away on Sunday, July 25, 2021. She was born on January 14, 1945 in Cedartown, GA, and lived all her life there.

Marie loved the Lord immensely and was Baptist by faith. She loved flowers, cooking, and being a friend to anyone and everyone she met. Most importantly, she loved spending time with her loving family, and especially her precious grandchildren.

Mrs. Blankenship was preceded in death by her loving husband, Estol Wayne Blankenship, mother, Vernice Glass Martin, brothers: Edward Martin, Rocky Martin; sisters: Ophelia Estes and Yvonne Ambrose; and sister in law, Carol Griffith.

Mrs. Blankenship is survived by her loving children: Tim Blankenship and his wife, Rhonda, Scotty Blankenship and his wife, Rhonda, and Brian Blankenship and his wife, Lisa, grandchildren: Rachel Trout and her husband, Kyle, Haley Carney and her husband, Jeremy, Christian Blankenship, Elise Blankenship, and Cheyenne Blankenship, great-grandchildren: Demi Kate Trout, McKinley Carney and Madison Carney, sisters-in-law: Kathy Martin and JoAnn Sanders and a number of nieces, nephews and cousins.

Funeral Services will be held at 2:00 pm, on Wednesday, July 28, 2021, from the Chapel of Smith & Miller Funeral Home with Rev. Jeff Hulsey officiating. Interment will follow at Northview Cemetery. The following gentleman will serve as pallbearers: Jeremy Carney, Christian Blankenship, Kyle Trout, Corey Smith, Zach Sanders, and Shane Nale.

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+2021, Chillicothe, Peoria Co., IL, Obituary

https://www.hurdfamilyfunerals.com/obituary/Lola-Blankenship

Lola Mae Blankenship, age 89, of Chillicothe passed away on Sunday, July 18, 2021 at her home. She was born on August 24, 1931 in Tyronza, AR to Carl and Pearl (Roberts) Mathis.

Lola married Jack C. Blankenship on June 15, 1949 in Memphis, TN. He preceded her in death on November 1, 1999. She was a member of the Highlands Jehovah’s Witness Congregation.

Lola was preceded in death by her parents; husband; daughter, Marla; two sisters and one brother.

Surviving are six children, Terry (Linda) Blankenship, Marcella Galetti, Paula (Larry) Gilmore, Charlie (Ann) Blankenship, Alan (Becky) Blankenship and Jeff Blankenship; one sister Joyce (Jerry) Kelly; 15 grandchildren; 37 great-grandchildren; and 6 great-great-grandchildren.

A graveside service will be held at 11 am, on Thursday, July 22, 2021, at the Chillicothe City Cemetery Weber-Hurd Funeral Home in Chillicothe.

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+2021, Cloverport, Breckinridge Co., KY, Obituary

https://www.trentdowell.com/obituary/Dwight-Blankenship

Dwight Dewayne Blankenship, age 73 of Cloverport, KY passed away July 30, 2021 at Owensboro Health Regional Hospital [Owensboro, Daviess Co., KY]. He was born in the Hudson community on November 22, 1947, son of the late John and Lorraine Clark Blankenship.

Dwight was a self employed logger who enjoyed fishing, hunting, playing the lottery and watching UK basketball.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by brothers Boyd and Arvil Blankenship and sister Barbara Smothers.

Dwight is survived by his wife Janice Blankenship of Cloverport, KY; son and daughter-in-law: Kevin Blankenship and Holli Hudson of Gallatin, TN; grandson - Kaden Blankenship of Gallatin, TN; brother - Robert (Brenda) Blankenship of Mook, KY; sister - Shirley (James) Aubrey of Hudson, KY.

Graveside services will be held at Constantine United Methodist Church Cemetery at 1 pm, on Tuesday, August 3, 2021, under the direction of Trent-Dowell Funeral Home.

*2021, Elizabethtown, Hardin Co., KY, Obituary

https://www.trowbridgefh.com/obituaries/Patricia-Ann--Teodorski-Blankenship?obId=21596573

Patricia Ann Teodorski-Blankenship, 72, of Elizabethtown passed away Friday, July 2, 2021, at Atria Assisted Living. She was born on August 29, 1948 in Massilon, Ohio to her parents, Fred and Ruth Sigler Burdette.

She was a teacher at the Bret Harte Elementary School in Long Beach, California and then managed Davis Daycare in Louisville. She also attended St. James Catholic Church.

She was preceded in death by her first husband, Raymond Teodorski and her parents.

Survivors include her husband, Daniel Blankenship; son, Scott Teodorski (Kate); daughter, Shanna Smith (Calvin); brothers, Fritz Burdette (Sharon) and Joe Burdette (Carol); sister, Heidi James (Joe Craycroft) and two grandchildren, Calvin Thomas Smith and Cole Ray Smith.

Services will be 10 am, Wednesday, July 7, 2021, at St. James Catholic Church. Burial will be in the St. Benedict Cemetery in Grayson County. Trowbridge Funeral Home in Elizabethtown

Daniel Blankenship Living in Elizabethtown b.1952, Jim

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+2021, Sedalia, Pettis Co., MO, Obituary

https://reafuneralservice.com/obituaries/michele-louise-blankenship/

Michele Louise Blankenship, 58, of Sedalia, MO passed away Tuesday, July 20, 2021. She was born on September 12, 1962 in Sedalia, the daughter of Kenneth and Fae (Knipp) Hays.

Michele spent most of her early years at the lake and especially liked to fish and go on boat rides. She liked to go camping with her friends, that she considered family. Michele treated and cared for everyone like her own family and was considered to be a "Mom" to many of her employees. She would look forward to game nights with family and friends and was known as the glue of the family. She especially loved to "spoil" her grandchildren. In her later years, she enjoyed gardening and canning, mostly jellies and tomatoes.

On October 16, 1982 at Memorial Baptist Church in Nelson, MO she was united in marriage to Jeff Blankenship, who survives of the home.

Besides her mother, she is preceded in death by her mother-in-law, Alma Blankenship; grandparents, Floyd and Spicie Hays, and Frank and Marjorie Knipp; and uncles Jim and Rick Knipp.

Michele is survived by her father, Kenneth Hays (Violet); one son, Kenny Blankenship (Jessica); three grandchildren, Rylee, Garrett, and Kendal; two sisters, Terri McDermott (Mike) and Amy Staus (Lynn); father-in-law, Randall Blankenship; numerous nieces and nephews; and all of the little ones she called family; and her business partner Gary Cornine (Honey).

Memorial service will be held at 10:00 am, Tuesday, July 27, 2021 at Rea Funeral Chapel , in Sedalia, MO. Honorary bearers will be Kenneth Hays, Randall Blankenship, Kenny Blankenship, Garrett Jones, Rylee Blankenship, and Kendal Blankenship.

+2021, Overland, St. Louis Co., MO, Obituary

https://www.osfuneralhomes.com/obituary/sharon-blankenship

Sharon Kay Blankenship, May 02, 1952 - July 02, 2021

Sharon was an outstanding daughter, sister and mother, there was nothing in this world that she would not do for the one’s that she loved. Sharon was a great mom and wanted to be a wonderful grandmother but we ran out of time. She will be greatly missed.

Beloved daughter of the late William E. and Ethel Judy Smith; dear mother of Matthew L. Blankenship; dear sister of Jill Whitworth and the late Dennis Smith; dear grandmother of Scarlett L. Blankenship, Asher M.R. Blankenship and Lillian N. Cave.; our dear friend to many.

Service at Ortmann’s 9222 Lackland Rd., at 4:00 pm, Saturday, July 24, 2021.

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+2021, Clinton, Hinds Co., MS, Obituary

https://www.hattiesburgamerican.com/obituaries/hba045809

Kent Steven Blankenship, age 61, passed away at his home in Clinton, MS on Sunday, July 25, 2021. He was born October 27, 1959 in Dallas, TX to Ottis Farrell Blankenship and Joann Oakey Blankenship.

Kent graduated from Hattiesburg High School in 1977, and went on to play football at PRCC and Mississippi College. He later graduated from The University of Southern Mississippi with an Undergraduate and Master's degree in Accounting.

He lived the majority of his life in Hattiesburg, MS, where he worked as an insurance agent for Blue Cross Blue Shield of MS. While in Hattiesburg, Kent enjoyed many years of coaching his boys and attending any and all sporting events. Later in life, he moved to Clinton, MS where he worked in the grocery business.

He was preceded in death by his father, Ottis Farrell Blankenship.

He is survived by his three sons, Chase Blankenship (Amanda), Tyler Blankenship (Angela), and Jordan Blankenship, all of Hattiesburg, MS; grandchildren, Jack, Luke and Claire Blankenship; mother, Joann Oakey Blankenship of Clinton, MS; twin brother, Kevin Blankenship (Silvia) of Hattiesburg, MS; brother, Kirk Blankenship (Maria) of Brandon, MS, sister, Kellie Blankenship Tadlock (Keith) of Jackson, MS, and a niece and a nephew.

There will be a graveside service at Highland Cemetery in Hattiesburg, MS at 1:00 pm, on Wednesday, July 28^th.

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+2021, Cornelius, NC, Obituary

https://www.mcleanfuneral.com/obituaries/Barbara--Louise-Blankenship?obId=21751059

Barbara Louise Blankenship, born 9/3/58 in Charlotte, NC left us on 7/18/2021 after a short difficult illness.

Barbara grew up in Charlotte and attended Myers Park High School. She left for an 18 year career in the US Airforce which took her to postings across the globe. Her work as a communications engineer continued with Bell South/ AT&T for another 15 years. Over the next few years, she completed a BS in Paralegal Services and was honored to attend Supreme Court pleadings sponsored by Justice Sotomayor. Barb was a free spirit and loved music. It could almost be said that she was a charter member of the storied Double Door Inn (don't do the math) and was present there for the closing performance of the Federal Bureau of Rock N Roll.

She was predeceased by her loving and beloved parents, Charles Blankenship and Betty Rose Taylor Blankenship.

She is survived by her son, Theodore Bernard(Bernie) Blankenship, her brother, Harry(Lou Ann) Blankenship, her sisters Sylvia (Jeffrey) Stallings and Beth (Brian) McElroy, her nephews, Mitch Blankenship, Taylor Blankenship, Drew Frink, and Bert Frink, and her great nephews, Skylar Blankenship and Asher Frink.

Services will be at McLean Funeral Directors of Belmont at 2 pm, Friday July 23.

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+2021, Toronto, Jefferson Co., OH, Obituary

https://www.weirtondailytimes.com/obituaries/2021/07/william-blankenship-jr/

William Blankenship Jr., 38, of Toronto, OH, passed away July 22, 2021. He was born June 20, 1983, in Weirton, WV, a son of Barbara (Williams) Ireland of New Cumberland, and the late William Blankenship.

William was an Accomplished Artist by trade. He was an apprentice at F-Bomb Tattoo.

In addition to his mother, surviving are a daughter, Lillian of Weirton; three sisters, Brandy Ireland and Heather Blankenship of New Cumberland and Sarah Blankenship of West Virginia.

Funeral service will be at 7 p.m., Wednesday, July 28, 2021, at the Nixon Funeral Home, New Cumberland, WV.

+2021, Rootstown, Portage Co., OH, Obituary

https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/ravenna-oh/dean-blankenship-10280337

Dean Blankenship, age 80 of Rootstown, passed away Friday, July 23, 2021, at his home. He was born November 16, 1940, in Vansant, Virginia, to parents Dave and Ella (West) Blankenship.

Dean retired from White Rubber in Ravenna in 2008. He enjoyed the outdoors, especially hunting and fishing, and was an avid Cleveland Indians fan. Dean was proud of his garden and delighted in sharing its harvest with family and friends.

Dean was preceded in death by his parents, his sisters Azeal, Beatrice, and Josephine, his brother Boyd, his half-brother Sam, and his daughter-in-law Mary.

On October 15, 1960, Dean married his beloved Patricia (Price), and raised three children together, Rob (Sherry) Blankenship, Brenda (Perry) Rice, and Mike Blankenship. Dean is also survived by his 9 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren.

Funeral service will be at 6:00 pm, Tuesday, July 27, 2021, officiated by Dean’s nephew, Pastor Simon Blankenship, at the Wood-Kortright-Borkoski Funeral Home, 703 E. Main St., Ravenna.

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+2021, Eagletown, McCurtain Co., OK, Obituary

https://www.bunchsingleton.com/obituary/Geraldean-Blankenship

Geraldean Blankenship entered her Heavenly home, Wednesday, July 28, 2021, at the age of 85. She was born April 21, 1936, in Eagletown, OK to parents, Cecil and Josie (Horn) Joiner.

Geraldean was a member of the Eagletown Assembly of God Church, she loved reading her bible, cooking, gardening and going to the beauty shop. She was known for her bubbly personality and sweet spirit; she never met a stranger. Family was very important to her. Her legacy will live on in the hearts of all who knew her.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Cecil and Josie Joiner; husband, William F. (Bill) Blankenship; son, William Lee (Billy-Red); brothers, Cecil Jr., Kenneth, Travis and Ricky Joiner; sisters, Betty Kurth, Linda Reed, Bonnie Kay Joiner and LaVern Bates; great-great-granddaughter, Hallie Hopson.

She leaves to cherish her memory, special friend, Donnie Powell; one brother, Paul Joiner and wife, Helen; sisters, Mary Helen Morris and husband, Jackie, Donna Smith, Judy Ross and husband, Rex; brother-in-law, Wesley Blankenship and wife, Kathryn; granddaughters, Sabra Blankenship, Savanna Blankenship, and Cheyenne Blankenship; great-granddaughters, Kensley Hopson and husband, Tyler, Brittani Blankenship, Brianna Blankenship, Amanda Phillips and husband, Rusty, Kelly Woodral, Madison Blankenship, Katelyn Blankenship and CiAnna Billy; great-great grand-daughters, Hazleigh Hopson, Jolea Pierce, Bransyn Christian, Brylynn Metcalf, Brylei Phillips, Miley and McKinley Woodral; grandsons, Chris Blankenship and wife, Kristy, Jerry Blankenship and wife, Melanie; great- grandsons, Kendon Metcalf and fiancé, Bradlea Christian, Kylen Myers, and Tanner Ashalintubbi; great- great- grandsons, Bryar, Brantley, Brighton Phillips and, Jaxon Woodral; lifelong classmates and devoted friends, Eleanor Marrs, Barbara Clemons and Clovis Wright, they all have remained close throughout the years: a host of nieces, nephews, loving family, and friends.

A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 10:30 am, Wednesday, August 4, 2021, at the Eagletown School Gymnasium with Bro. Melvin Baker and Bro. Johnny Townsend; Interment will follow at the Eagletown Cemetery. Bunch-Singleton Funeral Home.

+2021, Edmond, Oklahoma Co., OK, Obituary

https://matthewsfuneralhome.com/john-curtis-blankenship/

John Curtis Blankenship was born on March 8, 1979 in Norman, Oklahoma, and passed away on July, 4 2021.

Raised in Moore, Oklahoma, Curtis attended both Moore and West Moore High Schools. He went on to earn his B.A. in Journalism from The University of Central Oklahoma. After graduating from college, Curtis followed in his father’s footsteps and opened an Energy Services company, Digital Networks, LLC.

Curtis loved his Sooners, soccer, and golf. As a kid, he was active in soccer and in his early days playing golf, his first par from the adult tee was on a par three at Broadmoore Golf course in 1985. He went on to become a scratch golfer and achieved 2 hole in one’s! He loved following the Sooners football team and playing golf, particularly trying to perfect his swing to emulate Fred Couples, his favorite golfer. Curtis lived for playing golf and watching the Sooner’s with his dad, brother, his children and friends.

Curtis is survived by his Parents, Johnny “Craig” Blankenship, Tammy Haslam Blankenship, his Brother, Brandon “Clint” Blankenship and his wife, Melanie Holleyman Blankenship, and his three children Hayden Blankenship, Haylee Blankenship and Caleb Blankenship.

A graveside service will be held at 4:00 pm, Friday, July 9, 202,1 at Gracelawn Cemetery Edmond, OK. Matthews Funeral Home.

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+2016, State College, Centre Co., PA, Obituary

https://www.statecollege.com/obituaries/obituary-of-sylvia-blankenship/

Sylvia Shaffer was born on September 15 1935 in Lock Haven, Pennsylvania, daughter of Dr. Arthur & Martha Shaffer. She passed away on Dec 22, 2016, She was bonded in marriage to Jan Blankenship on Sept 7 1957. He preceded her in death in 1970.

During their marriage Mrs. Blankenship attended the Sorbonne, and Alliance, as well as studied voice, in Paris, France while Mr. Blankenship studied under the prestigious Fullbright scholarship grant for piano in 1961-1962. They traveled extensively throughout Europe and the United States while Jan successfully musically performed. She taught Music Education at University of Central Michigan and performed faculty recitals until welcoming son Kirk Jan Blankenship on October 15, 1967. She taught privately from 1967-1970. Sylvia and Jan were blissfully married for 13 years. Sylvia Shaffer received the coveted George Eastman Scholarship, and was awarded her Bachelor of Music in 1957, and Masters of Music Education from Eastman in 1959. She went on to obtain her Master of Arts in Education from the University of Rochester in 1961. Sylvia was President of the Lock Haven Music Club, and went on to hold office of Vice President of the Pennsylvania Federations of Music Clubs. She continued to teach piano and voice privately, and was an active Church Organist and Choir Director in Lock Haven.

Sylvia taught not only music, but she instilled wisdom in her son that he has carried into adulthood. One that almost cannot be explained but has to be demonstrated; music is everywhere, it is a part of your soul, and you will always have it with you.

She is survived by her son Kirk Jan Blankenship, 49, and daughter-in-law Simone Johanson-Byrd, 46.

Sylvia, we love you. Forever. And the music plays on.

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+2021, Maryville, Blount Co., TN, Obituary

https://www.smithfuneralandcremation.com/obituaries/Kathy-Sellars/#!/Obituary

Kathy Regina Blankenship Sellars, 67 [October 13, 1953] of Maryville, passed away Tuesday, July 6, 2021, at Fairpark Healthcare.

Kathy was preceded in death by her husband, Harvey Kay Sellars; mother, Della Jenkins Blankenship; father, Leo Blankenship; brothers, Steve Blankenship, Ted Blankenship.

Survived by sons, Brian Scott Sellars and significant other, Noelle Turner, Matthew William Sellars; granddaughter, Katherine Sellars Newport; sister, Teresa Blankenship Everett; several nieces and nephews.

Celebration of Life from 5:00 until 6:30 PM on Monday, July 19, 2021, at the Life Event Center, 1410 Tuckaleechee Pike, Maryville, TN 37803 with Rev. Charles Ballard officiating. Family and friends will assemble at 11:00 AM for interment on Tuesday, July 20, 2021, at Williamson Chapel Church Cemetery, 1401 Williamson Chapel Rd., Maryville, TN 37801. Smith Funeral & Cremation Service, Maryville.

+2021, Bruceton, Carroll Co., TN, Obituary

https://www.brucetonfuneralhome.com/obituary/robert-blankenship

Mr. Robert Floyd "Bobby" Blankenship, 70, was born on November 10, 1950, in Bethpage, TN, to the late Floyd Blankenship and Mary Louise Gann Blankenship Holladay. He departed this life on July 26, 2021 at his home in Bruceton.

He was a retired maintenance worker for E. I. DuPont and a member of Bruceton First Baptist Church.

Mr. Blankenship was preceded in death by a son Brett Blankenship and a granddaughter Madison Blankenship.

He is survived by his long time companion Sarah Jean Scott of Camden . One son: Bart (Rachel) Blankenship of Bruceton . One sister: Betty Carolyn Springer of FL. 4 grandchildren: Hope Blankenship, Belle Blankenship, Bentley Blankenship and Jude Blankenship.

Visitation will be on Wednesday, July 28 from 4 PM till 8 PM and on Thursday July 29 from 10:00AM till 12:45 PM at which time we will depart to Bruceton First Baptist Church for funeral services . Burial will follow in Prospect Cemetery in Hollow Rock.

+2020, Lexington, Henderson Co., TN, Obituary

https://www.reedschapel.com/obituaries/Carl-Blankenship-2/#!/Obituary

Carl Wayne Blankenship, age 91 [September 23, 1929], passed away Wednesday, July 28, 2020 in Lexington.

He was a retired carpenter and a veteran of the United States Army.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Carlis and Flora Blankenship, a granddaughter, Morgan Blankenship and a great-grandson, Noah Blankenship.

He is survived by his wife, Carolyn “Teenie” Blankenship, a daughter, Carla (Jeff) Willis, 2 sons, Terry (Mary Lou) Blankenship, and Tom (Mona) Blankenship, 2 brothers, Dean Blankenship and Charles Blankenship, 7 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren.

Funeral services will be at 1pm, Friday, July 30, at Reeds Chapel. Burial will follow in the Oak Grove Cemetery with military honors.

*2021, Southside, Montgomery Co., TN, Obituary

https://www.nealtarpleyparchman.com/tributes/Kathy-Blankenship

Kathy Blankenship, December 10, 1956 ~ July 3, 2021 (age 64)

Kathy Blankenship, age 64, of Southside, passed away Saturday, July 3, 2021.

In keeping with Kathy's wishes, no public service is planned.

Arrangements are entrusted to Neal-Tarpley-Parchman Funeral Home, 1510 Madison Street, Clarksville, TN 37040; (931) 645-6488.

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+2021, Quitaque, Briscoe Co., TX, Obituary

https://www.caprockcourier.com/2021/07/27/obituary-inetha-blankenship-1920-2021/

Inetha Blankenship, age 101, passed away on July 19, 2021, in her home surrounded by her family. was born July 15, 1920, in Gasoline, Texas, to Vaughn and Grace (Ebbs) Chandler.

lived her entire life in Briscoe County. Inetha (Iney, as she was known to most everyone) married B. K. (Pete) Blankenship on January 13, 1949, in Clovis, New Mexico. They were married for 58 years before Pete passed away in 2007.

Iney was a rural mail carrier for 44 years and would help Pete on the farm in the afternoons, whether it was driving a tractor or driving a truck to haul wheat to the elevator. They were avid sports fans and attended many basketball and football games at both Quitaque and later Valley. In the summer, they enjoyed watching their nephews, Kenny and Kirby, play softball.

Iney was preceded in death by her parents; her loving husband, Pete; her son-in-law, Bill Pigg; and her 13 brothers and sisters.

She is survived by her daughter, Karol Pigg, of Quitaque; Ken Chandler and wife Lisa of Gunter, Texas; Kirby and wife Tammy of Frisco, Texas; Alex, Madison and Lee Jacobs of Dallas, Texas; Karson Chandler of San Diego California; Cooper Chandler of Frisco, Texas; Josh, Kaci, Jackson, Maddox and Rae Roberson of Anna, Texas; and her two grand-dogs Pistol and Addie of Quitaque; along with numerous nieces, nephews and friends.

Funeral services were held at the First United Methodist Church in Quitaque on Thursday July 22, 2021, at 10:30 a.m. Internment followed at Resthaven Cemetery. Moore-Rose Funeral Home in Quitaque.

+2021, Stephenville, Erath Co., TX, Obituary

https://www.tankersleyfuneralhome.com/obituary/norma-mclellan

Norma Dean (Blankenship) McLellan was born to Robert W. and Allice York Blankenship on March 1, 1932, in Stamford, TX. She entered the gates of Heaven and eternal salvation on Friday, June 4, 2021, in Stephenville, TX.

Norma began her formal education at the New Hope School where she attended through her 8th grade year and entered Stamford High School for her freshman year. Norma began her sophomore year at Avoca High School where she met the love of her life, Mr. Robert McLellan. Robert and Norma were united in marriage on February 15, 1948, in Anson, TX, with W.K. Horn officiating. Unto this union three children were born, Jerry Lynn, Larry Keith, and Kathy Janeane.

Norma was a dedicated Christian, loving wife, mother, grandmother and homemaker. On February 15, 2021, Norma and Robert celebrated 73 years of marriage. Throughout their marriage they worked together as a team. In day-to-day life they crafted, cut, pieced, and sewed several quilts, baby blankets, potholders, and many other beautiful craft items. Norma was a talented pianist for over 70 years and blessed several Baptist churches with her gift of music. Norma also worked outside of the home as an Avon lady and nurses’ aide. She then furthered her sales career as a Tupperware lady where she was a sales manager and received national recognition. She later worked in retail sales for Hassen’s Department Store for 10 years prior to retiring in 1992.

Norma was preceded in death by her parents, Robert and Allice Blankenship, and her three sisters and brothers-in-law, Fannie and Jack Butler, Jessie and Lewis Byrd and Vivian and W.H. Cheek.

Survivors include her husband of 73 years, Robert McLellan of Stephenville, TX; son and daughter-in-law, Jerry and Mary Jo McLellan of Canyon Lake, TX; son and daughter-in-law, Larry and Sonda McLellan of Godley, TX; daughter Kathy Felts of Stephenville, TX, 9 grandchildren, Scott McLellan (Ashley), Emery Letz (Casey), Erin Dunham (Ricky), Trey Felts, Brittenie Polk (James), Mackenzie McLellan, Chris Norman (Jamie), Jennifer Norman (Harley); great grandchildren, Madisyn, Rylan, and Cale Letz, Farrah Felts, Morgan and Dakota Sanders, Raelea Lowack, Josie and Lucy McLellan, Landrie and Bristol Polk, Shelby Thomas (Micah), Tyler and Ryder Norman, Hunter and Taylor Stockton; great, great granddaughter, Emma Thomas; special family friends Sharon McGhee and Don and Kate Embrey; and a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral services will be at 2 pm, on Monday, June 7, 2021, at the First Baptist (214 N Swenson, Stamford, TX) with Dr. Dale Pugh officiating. Tankersley Funeral Home.

+2021, Deer Park, Harris Co., TX, Obituary

https://obituaries.stwnewspress.com/obituary/norman-blankenship-1082877540

Norman D. Blankenship age 50 [October 26, 1970] of Deer Park Texas passed away Monday July 19, 2021.

Norman is from Stillwater and moved to Texas for his job as the Safety Director for Choice Rescue and Safety.

He is survived by his wife Angela Taybi-Blankenship, Parents Allen and Robin Blankenship, brothers Jarrod and Jacob Blankenship and his children, Cordell, Madison, Allen, Josie, Michan & Emily Blankenship, Savana and Masion Wheatly.

A celebration of his life will be held at 4:00 pm. on Friday, July 30, 2021, at the Stillwater Community Center at 315 W. 8th Ave.

+2021, Whitney, Hill Co., TX, Obituary

https://www.lakeshorefuneralhome.com/jerry-blankenship/

Jerry Van Blankenship, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and cherished friend, passed in peace, from this life into the arms of his savior, at his home on Saturday, July 17, 2021. He was born July 8, 1941, in Denison, Texas to George W. Blankenship and Emma Wiest Blankenship.

Jerry grew up in Denison, Texas and graduated from Denison High School in 1959. He served honorably, in the United States Air force from 1959 to 1963. Jerry will be remembered for his teasing jokes, his entertaining stories, his generous smile and outstanding barbecue.

Jerry is survived by his wife Judy Coffman Blankenship, of Whitney Texas, son Phillip Blankenship, of Ft. Worth, Texas, daughter Kaelyn Blankenship Padron and granddaughter Emily Padron, of Ft. Worth, Texas, sister Kathy Dophied, of Pottsboro, Texas and many other extended family and friends.

A celebration of life will be held in October at his home in Whitney, Texas.

+2021, Kaufman, Kaufman Co., TX, Obituary

https://www.parker-ashworthfuneralhome.com/obituary/bettye-blankenship

Bettye Jo Blankenship was born in Kaufman on January 14, 1942 and peacefully passed away the evening of July 21, 2021 at UTSW University Hospital Dallas comforted by her daughters.

Bettye Jo lived all of her life in Kaufman and graduated from Kaufman High School. Bettye married Robert Blankenship in Kaufman on June 27, 1964. Together they opened Hilltop Auto where she worked alongside Robert maintaining the office. She then worked for 10+ years at the Kaufman County Courthouse serving the community. Bettye Jo was a beloved Mother, Wife, Nana, Sister and Daughter devoted to caring for her family and grandchildren. She loved her flowers, yard, and gardening, spending hours daily maintaining, decorating and celebrating the seasons. She enjoyed shopping, antiquing, crafting, and always being on the go with her friends. She loved everything Elvis and collecting memorabilia. Bettye was a friend to everyone whose generous heart provided care and support always.

Bettye Jo was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Allen Blankenship, her parents, Ralph & Gladys Sims, and brother Billy Gene Sims, all from Kaufman.

Bettye Jo is survived by her daughters Kerry Blankenship, Phoenix, AZ and Holly Nartz, Keller, TX; son-in-law Matthew Nartz, and grandchildren Caroline Nartz, Emily Nartz, of Keller, and Natalie Nartz, Los Angeles, CA; and numerous extended family who will miss her dearly.

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+2021, Virginia Beach City, VA, Obituary

https://www.hollomon-brown.com/obituaries/Norma-Lea-Blankenship?obId=21806741

Norma Lea Blankenship, 89, of Virginia Beach, VA, passed away on July 26, 2021. Born in Kentucky, she was the daughter of the late Norman and Emily Cloyd and the widow of Fred V. Blankenship.

Left to cherish her memory: two daughters, Vicki Colston and husband, Jim, and Lisa Kay Donovan and husband, Jim; three sons, Wyndal Blankenship, M.D. and wife, Kaye, Curt Blankenship and wife, Marie, and Brian Blankenship and wife, Renee; fourteen grandchildren, twenty-four great-grandchildren, and five great-great-grandchildren.

Funeral service will be at 1:30 pm, on Friday, July 30, at Great Neck Baptist Church. Interment will follow at Princess Anne Memorial Park under the direction of Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Great Neck Chapel.

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+2021, Seattle, King Co., WA, Death

https://www.americanmemorial.org/obituary/cynthia-blankenship

Cynthia Kay Blankenship was born on May 12, 1959 in Renton, Washington to Jack and Vera Blankenship. Cynthia passed away on July 31, 2021 in Seattle, Washington.

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+2021, Princeton, Mercer Co., WV, Obituary

https://www.lootpress.com/joey-b-blankenship/

Joey B. Blankenship, 63 of Princeton died Friday, August 13, 2021 at Duke University Hospital [Durham, Durham Co., NC]. Born January 29, 1958 in Welch he was the son of the late Clarence William Blankenship and Erma Loretta Waugh Blankenship.

Joey attended Valley View Seventh-day Adventist Church in Green Valley. He was retired from Jennmar where he worked as a mining engineer. He was a member of the Masons, Shriners, Christian Motorcycle Association and the Mining Society of Engineers. Joey enjoyed riding motorcycles and fishing.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one brother, Mark Blankenship; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Herman and Shirley Cline and brother-in-law, Herman “Buck” Cline.

Survivors include his wife of forty-two years, Johnnie Cline Blankenship; siblings, Robert Blankenship of Beckley, Lisa Blankenship of Florida and Mike Blankenship of Florida; several nieces and nephews and his special canine companion, Cassie.

Funeral services will be conducted at 12:00 pm, Tuesday, August 17, 2021, at the Bailey-Kirk Funeral Home in Princeton with Pastor Abner Rodriguez officiating. Interment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Gardens in Princeton.

+2021, Beckley, Raleigh Co., WV, Obituary

https://www.meltonmortuary.com/obituary/Jessie-BlankenshipJr

Jessie Lee Blankenship, Jr. was born on February 20, 1967 in Welch, West Virginia to Jessie Lee and Karen Kaye (Jordan) Blankenship. He passed away on July 17, 2021 in Beckley, West Virginia at the age of 54.

Jessie, as all of his family and friends knew as "Junebug" was a fun loving man's man who enjoyed working outside fixing things and working. He liked to mow, work outside and loved spending time with his family and all of the grandchildren.

Jessie is preceded in death by his parents Jessie Lee Blankenship and Karen Kaye (Jordan) Mullens; and the mother of his children, Syonia Jean Smith.

He is survived by his significant other of 8 years, Rachael Lee Rorrer; children Samantha Jessie Leann Shumate and her wife Brandy Ramlow and Crista Karen Ann Blankenship and her fiance' Dustin West; step-children Gary Tilley, April Tilley and her significant other Chad Workman, Amy Shumate, Joseph Rorrer, Jessica Rorrer, Paige Rorrer, and Melissa Rorrer; grandchildren Michael Gutelius, Dakota Sawyer, Desarae Godsey, Savannah Sawyer, William Sawyer, Dillon Shumate, Vera Tilley, Dawn Sawyer, Bella Sawyer, Lucas Ramlow, Noah Blankenship, Dalton Fuller, Trystyn Paynter, Chadwich Workman Jr., Jeana Workman, and Brieona West; brothers Billy Blankenship and his wife Donna Blankenship, Carlos Blankenship, and Marshall Hughart; sisters Kathryn Morrow and her husband Dwayne Morrow and Amanda Hughart; Jessie's very last surviving aunt, Maxine Collins; and many many extended family and friends who will miss him dearly.

A funeral service will be at 1 pm, on Wednesday, July 21, 2021 at the Melton Mortuary and Cremation Center. Interment will follow services at the Davis Cemetery, 300 Webbs Fork Rd. Arnettt, WV.

+2021, Basin, Wyoming Co., WV, Obituary

https://www.tankersleyfh.com/obituaries/Harry-Blankenship/#!/Obituary

Harry Lee Blankenship, Jr., 65, of Basin, passed away on Saturday, July 24, 2021 at his residence. Born August 31, 1955, at Leghorne, Italy, he was the son of the late Harry Lee Blankenship, Sr. and Betty Shrewsbury.

Harry was a former coalminer. In his leisure he enjoyed hunting, fishing, tending to his bees, spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren, and being with his church family.

In addition to his parents, he is also preceded in death by his stepfather, Arthur James Shrewsbury; and one sister, Kathy Blankenship.

Those left to cherish his memory include his loving wife, Joanna Blankenship of Basin; one daughter, Heather Woodson of Itmann; four sons, Harry Blankenship, III and his wife, Brandy of Hiawatha, Brian Blankenship of Midway, Jeremy Basham of Milams Creek, and Justin Basham and his companion, Justin Collins of Lexington, NC; seven grandchildren, James Woodson, Cheyann Blankenship, Adrianna Blankenship, Brian Blankenship, Kyra Blankenship, Makala Woodson, and Hunter Blankenship; one brother, Gary Shrewsbury and his companion, Sandy Mills of Camp Creek; one aunt, Sue Royce; and one uncle Bernie Shrewsbury.

Services will be 1:00 pm, Wednesday, July 28, 2021, at the Spruce Grove Missionary Baptist Church, Basin with Rev. Danny Lusk officiating. Burial will follow in the Shrewsbury Cemetery, Basin. Pallbearers will be Brian Blankenship, Justin Collins, James Woodson, Chase Adkins, Zack Grimmett, and Jonathan Adkins. Tankersley Funeral Home, Mullens.

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