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+2021, Huntsville, Madison Co., AL, Obituary

https://www.tributearchive.com/obituaries/23057633/bobby-ditch-digger-blankenship

Mr. Blankenship Bobby "Ditch Digger" Blankenship, 67, died on Wednesday, November 10, 2021 at Huntsville Hospital. He was born July 31, 1954, in Morgan County to James Paul Blankenship and Joyce Marlon Maples Blankenship.

Mr. Blankenship, affectionately known as "Ditch Digger", was the owner of Bobby Blankenship Construction. He was a farmer and served on the Morgan Farmers Cooperative Board since 2015. He was a graduate of Morgan County High School, class of 1972.

Preceding him in death were his parents and a brother: James Ray Blankenship.

Survivors include: Wife - Cherri Sims Blankenship, Hartselle, AL; Sons - Stephen Namie (Wife-Jennifer), Decatur, AL, Stuart Namie (Wife-Nicole), Opelika, AL; Special Furbaby: Toby (aka Toby Toe); Brother - Carl Blankenship, Somerville, AL; Sister - Nancy Herring (Husband-Jim), Guntersville, AL; Grandchildren - Allison Grill (Husband-Peyton), Ian Namie,

Funeral service will be at 3:00 pm, Saturday, November 13, 2021, at New Center Baptist Church with Bro. Scott Reeves, Bro. Ben Bates and Bro. Brian Bridges officiating and Peck Funeral Home directing. Burial will be in New Center Cemetery. Ian Namie, John Sims, Paul A. "Pick" Rowe, David Sims, Tommy Boger and Logan Blankenship will serve as pallbearers. Honorary Pallbearers will be members of the Morgan Farmers Cooperative Board,

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+2021, Riverview, Hillsborough Co., FL, Obituary

https://www.legacy.com/obituaries/sptimes/obituary.aspx?n=michael-blankenship&pid=200840017

Michael "Opie" Blankenship, of Riverview, passed away Nov. 29, 2021. He was born June 10, 1982. He was preceded in death by his infant son, Michael II; memaw and aunt.

He is survived by his mother; brother; sister; and friends.

Published in Tampa Bay Times on Dec. 12, 2021.

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

https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/bradenton-fl/rosalinda-blankenship-10461087

Rosalinda Johnson Blankenship, age 65, of Bradenton, Florida passed away peacefully at her home on Thanksgiving Day, November 25, 2021. Rosalinda was born January 17, 1956 in Mindanao, Philippines.

A retiree, she spent most of her days playing in her garden. She definitely had a green thumb! She liked to play cards with her grandson, Darius. They played spades or rummy on a daily basis. Darius says that she would come over every day just to beat him in a hand of cards. Then, leave. She was always smiling, laughing, and "cracking jokes". A hopeless romantic but also a realist. Her accent alone was enough to make us all giggle. However, if you got to know her unfiltered personality, you would see why we all loved her so much!! One of the most brutally honest people one could ever meet. She will be missed by so many. Fly High, Grandma Rosa! We miss you so much already.

She is predeceased by her husband, James Blankenship, who passed in 2019. “Jimmy” was buried with his previous wife. Therefore, Rosalinda’s final resting spot will be next to her previous husband “Mr. Claude Clay Johnson, Jr” and father to her three children…Debbie, Claudia, & Joseph. Rosa is also predeceased by her middle child, Claudia Lyn Johnson.

She is survived by her daughter Debbie Woods, son-in-law Cliff Woods, & grandson Darius Woods. Her son Joseph Johnson, daughter-in-law Arlena Johnson, their two children Sadie & Joshua. As well as, her daughter Claudia’s three kids; Tahlia, Alexa, & Jayden Maguda, Grandma Rosa lived for her children & her grandchildren.

A celebration of life will be held Sunday, December 12, 2021 from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm at Robert Toale and Sons Funeral Home at Manasota Memorial Park, 1221 53rd Ave East, Bradenton, FL 34203.

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+2021, Canton, Cherokee Co., GA, Obituary

https://www.tributearchive.com/obituaries/23183512/elvie-christine-blankinship

Elvie "Christine" Blankinship, 76 [January 4, 1945], of Canton, passed away Monday, November 22, 2021 at her residence.

She was preceded in death by her grandson, D. J. Blankinship.

Survivors include her husband of 58 years, Milton "Buddy" Blankinship; five children, Troy Blankinship (Teresa), Cheryl Smith, Darrell Blankinship (Jessie), Kristi Jones (Donnie) and Calvin Blankinship (Amber); sister, Beatrice Goodwin; twenty grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren; as well as several nieces, nephews, cousins and many friends.

Funeral services are scheduled for 3:00 pm, Wednesday, November 24, 2021 at Hickory Flat Fellowship Church with Pastor Scott Smith and Rev. Matt Blankinship officiating. Interment will follow in the Blankinship Family Cemetery. Serving as pallbearers will be Cory Blankinship, Bodie Blankinship, Jacob Blankinship, Colton Studstill, T. J. Blankinship, Buddy Cole Blankinship and honorary pallbearer, Lane Blankinship. Sosebee Funeral Home.

+2021, Albany, Dougherty Co., GA, Obituary

https://www.kimbrellstern.com/obituaries/Dora-Blankenship/#!/Obituary

Mrs. Dora Eubanks Blankenship, 86 [October 8, 1935], of Albany died Tuesday November 30, 2021 at Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital. Born in Calhoun, County, Mrs. Blankenship was the daughter of Allen Eubanks and Winnie Mae Goolsby.

She was members of the American Legion Auxiliary, VFW Auxiliary and Ladies of the Moose.

She was preceded in death by her husband Lee Blankenship.

Survivors include her daughter Brenda B. McLean of Albany; a son Brian K. Blankenship of New Orleans, LA; six grandchildren Jason, Jessica, Austin, Ariel, Breanna and Donte’; eight great-grandchildren Cameron, Abigail, Talon, Olivia, Dylan, John, Xander and Sierra.

Her funeral service will be 11:00 am, Saturday, at Kimbrell-Stern with interment in Morgan Cemetery.

+2021, McDonough, Henry Co., GA, Obituary

https://www.ajc.com/news/obituaries/blankenship-emma/POKFRF7POFAMXIUYFZCHZ6A3EQ/

Dr. Emma Lura (McLaurin) Blankenship born March 17, 1948 in Griffin, GA, the daughter of John Coleman McLaurin and Emma Lura (Lindler) McLaurin. She died November 30, 2021 in McDonough, GA.

Lura attended Sacred Heart Catholic School where she acquired her beautiful handwriting. She graduated from Griffin High School as Valedictorian of her 1966 class. She went on to graduate from the University of Georgia, on a teaching scholarship, in 1971. She earned master's degrees from Georgia State University and Troy State University. In 2004, she earned a PhD in Educational Leadership from Nova Southeastern University.

She met her husband Joe in June 1969 in Chicago at her cousin Linda McLaurin's wedding. Joe proposed to her on July 19, 1969 as Neal Armstrong stepped on the moon. They married on December 20, 1969. Lura followed her husband Joe as they moved from Atlanta, GA to Griffin, GA to Monroeville, AL to Dothan, AL to Jackson, GA before finally settling in McDonough, GA in 2006. Along the way she taught elementary through eighth grade students from 1971 to 1985. She was an Assistant Principal at Webb Middle School in Houston County, AL from 1985 through 1997. She taught and was then Assistant Principal of Henderson Middle School in Butts County from 1997 through 2009. She pioneered the ESL classes in Butts County Schools until 2009 when she retired from a lifetime of education. After her retirement, she was an adjunct professor at Gordon College until 2011, teaching future teachers. Lura was a Beeson Fellow at Jackson State College, Teacher of the Year in Houston County Schools, and a finalist in the Teacher of the Year in Alabama. During her 40 years of educating young people, Lura has positively affected the lives of thousands of students. It was not unusual to have former students of 30 or 40 years previous to approach her and say, "Do you remember me? You were my favorite teacher." She had a soft spot for the underdog and the underprivileged but helped all her students achieve more than they thought they could. Lura was a "Cradle Catholic" and taught religious education to young people all her adult life. She was a parishioner at Saint James the Apostle Catholic Church in McDonough until her death. She enjoyed sharing the gift of music in the church choir as long as she was able to do so. When she was young, she and her brother Jerry often had to attend two masses at holidays as they sang in the choir at their home church in Griffin and then at the St. James the Apostle mission in McDonough.

She is predeceased by her son Daniel Jude Blankenship.

She is survived by her husband, Joe Blankenship, her son, Joseph Blankenship, and her daughter-in-law, Tracy Blankenship of Smyrna, GA. She is also survived by her three older brothers John Coleman (Sonny) McLaurin, Jr. of Alexandria VA; Richard & Lana McLaurin of Bradenton, FL; and Gerrad (Jerry) & Gail McLaurin of Jackson, GA as well as her three younger sisters Emelie & Doug Tingle of St. Simons, GA; Maria & Jim Nutt of Marietta, GA; and Donna Bolus of Charleston, SC.

Funeral mass will be held at St. James the Apostle Catholic Church in McDonough on Tuesday, Dec. 7 at 11 am. Haisten Funerals & Cremations, McDonough, GA., haistenfunerals.com

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

http://www.liteseyfh.com/obituary/patricia-blankenship-baxter

Mrs. Patricia Ann Blankenship Baxter, age 81, of Cedartown, Georgia, passed away on Thursday morning, November 11, 2021. She was born on December 3, 1939 in Newport, Kentucky the daughter of the late Ray Blankenship and the late Loyce Law Blankenship.

Patricia loved people and loved being around others. After retiring from Moore Business Forms, she enjoyed traveling to different places, especially to warm climates and the ocean. She also loved shopping. All anyone had to say was, " Do you want to go shopping", and she was ready. Knowing that prayer was the key to all answers, she loved the prayer time she spent with her "Sister Chicks".

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother, Nick Blankenship, a son, Gary Welzenbacher and a grandson, Matthew Southern.

Patricia Baxter is survived by her husband of thirty-one years, Jerry Baxter; son, Dieter Welzenbacher, her daughter; Judy Welzenbacher and Julia Hartmann, brother, Terry Blankenship and Sandy, step son, Brad Baxter and Sheri, step daughter, Sabrina Southern and Craig, granddaughter, Sarah Southern, as well as a number of beloved nieces, nephews, cousins and dear friends.

In keeping with Mrs. Baxter's wishes, she was cremated. A Celebration of Life is being planned for the spring of 2022. Lester C. Litesey Funeral Home.

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+2021, Channahon, Will Co., IL, Obituary

https://patch.com/illinois/joliet/obituary-gary-l-blankenship

Gary L. Blankenship Age 75, passed away peacefully in the home he proudly built in Channahon, IL surrounded by the love of his life, his wife Louise (Lou); his five beautiful children and their spouses, Brad (Beth), Andy (Jimmy), Stacy (Paul), Ronnie (Mandy) and Nikki (Carl). He was blessed with 12 adoring grandchildren of whom his entire world revolved around, Mason, Luke, Abby, Rowan, AJ, Sloane, John, Paige, Ainsley, Lane, Phoenix and Reed.

Gary was born on August 13, 1946, to Kelly R. and Avis A. (McGary) Blankenship.

A graduate of Joliet Township High School, Class of 1964. A proud Veteran, Gary was drafted into the U.S. Army and served in Vietnam from 1966-1967. He was initiated into Plumbers & Pipefitters Local 422 in 1971 as an apprentice and became a Journeyman Pipefitter in 1976. He was elected Business Manager in 1981, honorably serving his membership until his retirement on December 1, 2008. He served as Chairman of Plumbers & Steamfitters Local 422 Pension & Welfare Funds, and was a Trustee on the Joint Apprenticeship Training Committee of Local 422. He was appointed to the Illinois Pollution Control Board and served from 2008-2011. He was a life member of Stone City VFW Post 2199 and Ingalls Park AC.

He will be terribly missed and will forever leave a gaping hole in our hearts but we smile knowing he lived a great life and had many amazing accomplishments. He enjoyed traveling to Hawaii, Menards and Home Depot (only when Menards was out of stock), golfing any chance he could, taking care of his yard which he took very seriously (Martha Stewart level serious), NASCAR, the White Sox, the Chicago Bears (when they were having a good season...so not often), dollar beers with his buddies at the VFW and literally anything that involved his grandbabies. He was a devoted family man and a kind friend who would do anything for anyone. He left an impression on everyone he met.

He is preceded in death by his parents, brother Ronnie and many dear family and friends.

Survived by many relatives and friends.

Funeral services will be at 9:00 am, Saturday, November 13, 2021, at the Fred C. Dames Funeral Home, 3200 Black Rd. (at Essington Rd.), Joliet. Interment to follow at Elmhurst Cemetery with full military honors to be conducted by the United States Army.

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+2021, Terre Haute, Vigo Co., IN, Obituary

https://obituaries.tribstar.com/obituary/bridget-rost-1083919006

Bridget Lorraine Rost, 60, of Terre Haute, Indiana, passed November 27, 2021. She was born in Terre Haute, Indiana to Norval Blankenship and Marcella (McDaniel) Blankenship, on April 27, 1961.

Bridget was a hard worker. She worked as a cook for several years at Bethesda and most recently at Anthony Square. She loved her residents, as they also loved her. She was a member at Mount Pleasant United Methodist Church. Bridget was an amazing Mom, and also an amazing "MeMe."

She is survived by her children Aaron Rost (Barbara), Sylvia Payton (Greg), and Whitney Hightower (Brandon); her father Norval Blankenship; grandchildren Felicity Rost, Hayden Payton, Trysten Hightower, and Rylynn Hightower; and siblings Dennis Blankenship (Jennifer), Rosie Blankenship, and Rebecca Blankenship.

Memorial services are scheduled for 5:00 pm, Sunday, December 5, 2021, in Greiner Funeral Home. Pastor Rick Swan will officiate.

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+2021, Hardy, Pike Co., KY, Obituary

https://www.tributearchive.com/obituaries/23069214/earl-gene-blankenship

Earl Gene Blankenship Jr. 37, of Hardy, Kentucky, passed away November 10, 2021, at Appalachian Regional Hospital. He was born July 19, 1984, the son of the late Earl Gene Blankenship Sr. and Wanda Gail Cline.

Earl had a passion for the outdoors. He worked in drywall construction. One of his favorite things was working on his motorcycle. He loved listening to Kevin Gates, and Chris Stapleton. He was a believer of the Baptist faith.

Earl is also preceded in death by his son Ethan Blankenship and his sister Crystal Blankenship.

Earl leaves to mourn his passing a wife, Becky May Blankenship. A daughter, Faith Gail Blankenship of Houston, Texas. One sister, Kendra Blankenship (Fiance Anthony Gooslin) of McCarr, Kentucky. One Brother, Willie Blankenship. Three stepsons, James Blankenship of North Carolina, Chris Compton (Destiny) of Hardy, Kentucky, and Dalton Eldridge of Phelps, Kentucky. Earl’s aunt and uncle, Paula and Billy Daniels were cherished by him like a mother and father. Earl had 5 grandchildren. He will be sadly missed by his friends and loved ones.

The family welcomes the public for a viewing Monday, November 15, 2021, at the Jones & West Chapel in Phelps, Kentucky, beginning at 12:00 - 2:00 P. M. Cremation will follow. Jones & West Funeral Home of Phelps.

+2021, Johnson’s, Scott Co., KY, Obituary

https://johnsonsfuneralhome.com/book-of-memories/4785448/Blankenship-Marcus/index.php

Marcus Dwayne Blankenship, 49, passed away Tuesday, November 16, 2021. He was born March 8, 1972 in Stopover, Kentucky, son of Arson Blankenship and the late Barbara Hunt Blankenship.

Marcus had been a computer programmer for Global Forge and he served in the United States Army.

In addition to his father, Marcus is survived by his two sons, Jared Blankenship and Nicholas Blankenship.

Services will be private. Johnson’s Funeral Home, Georgetown, KY

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*2021, Dunkirk, Calvert Co., MD, Obituary

https://www.bmjfuneralservice.com/obituaries/Judith-Blankenship-2/

Judith Blankenship, November 25, 2021

Phillip Bell Sr. and Winona Morrissette-Johnson Funeral Service, 10684 Southern Maryland Blvd, Dunkirk, MD

+2021, Kingsville, Baltimore Co., MD, Obituary

https://www.tributearchive.com/obituaries/23088613/janet-blankenship

Janet Blankenship, age 86, of Kingsville, Maryland passed away on November 15, 2021 at her son’s home. Born in Yeager, West Virginia, she was the daughter of Edgar and Myra (Collins) Campbell and wife of the late Jimmie Blankenship.

She worked at the A&P/SuperFresh Grocery Store in Joppa for 43 years. She enjoyed time with family, traveling and attending live theater with friends.

In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by her son, Randall Blankenship.

Janet is survived by her sons, Gregory (Karen) Blankenship and Michael Blankenship; daughter, Cindy (Ron) Attanasio; grandchildren, Chuck Blankenship, Scott Blankenship, Randy Blankenship, Gregory Blankenship, Ryan Blankenship, Kristen Beck, Kurt Blankenship, Megan Hepler, Erin Cohick, Jonathan Balas, and Julie Balas; and many great-grandchildren.

Funeral will be 10:00 am, Saturday, November 20 2021, at McComas Family Funeral Homes, Abingdon, MD.

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+2021, Gerald, Franklin Co., MO, Obituary

https://www.eatonfuneralhome.com/obituaries/Lois-D--nee-Blankenship-Copeland?obId=23098447

Lois Dean (nee Blankenship) Copeland, 88, of Gerald, MO, passed away peacefully at her home on Friday, November 12, 2021. She was surrounded by her loving family. She was the oldest of Alva & Elsie (Strothkamp) Blankenship’s children, born May 21, 1933.

Lois was raised in Strain Japan, where she attended Holy Martyrs Catholic School and later graduated from Sullivan High School, class of 1951. In May 1953, she was united in marriage to Richard (Gene) Copeland. The two resided in Gerald, MO, and had four children: Debbie, Diane, Randy & Roger. The pair later divorced.

Lois was a dedicated mother and grandmother. Her children, and especially her grandchildren, were her main priority in life. She was a very hard worker, working for Ramsey/Dana Corp. until the age of 76. She was a devoted Catholic, attending Holy Martyrs from childhood. Lois was a wonderful cook & enjoyed cooking for her family. She was the matriarch of her family & will be deeply missed.

Lois was preceded in death by her two daughters, Debra and Diane Copeland; her parents, Alva & Elsie Blankenship; one sister, Mary Theresa; & two brothers, Charles Blankenship and Earl Blankenship and his wife, Linda.

Lois is survived by her two sons, Randy Copeland of Austin, TX & Roger Copeland & wife Donna of Gerald, MO; eight grandchildren: Scott Baumbach and wife Taylor of Villa Ridge, MO, Jeremy Copeland and wife Mandy of Sullivan, MO, Brandy Bruning and husband Wesley of Sullivan, MO, Kristi Board and special friend, Erik Proug of House Springs, MO, Chase Copeland, Emily Copeland, both of Gerald, MO, Dustin Ross & Carly Brown, both of Gerald, MO; eight great-grandchildren: Haley, Hunter, Konner, Sophie, Aviana, Bentley, Timothy & Caroline; twelve brothers & sisters: Edgar and Goldeen Blankenship of Bland, MO, Lana & Danny Gauer of Sullivan, MO, Rich & Donna Blankenship of Steelville, MO, Janet & Mike Terris of St. Charles, MO, Lorene & Mike Ransom of Cuba, MO, Shirl & Jerry Burchum of Sullivan, MO, Lisa & Tony Caltry of Sullivan, MO, Linda & Mark Heuer of Cuba, MO, Carol Schlueter of Bourbon, MO, Rod & Rita Blankenship of Sullivan, MO, Joan & Ronnie Strothcamp of Zalma, MO, & Jack & Betty Blankenship of Sullivan, MO; sister-in-law, Shirley Blankenship of Spring Bluff, MO; & many nieces & nephews, other extended relatives and many friends.

A private graveside service, for family only, will be Thursday, November 18, 2021 at Holy Martyrs Cemetery in Sullivan. Eaton Funeral Home & Cremation Center of Sullivan

+2021, Fredericktown, Madison Co., MO, Obituary

https://www.follisandsonsfh.com/obituary/norris-blankenship

Norris Edward Blankenship was born on September 23, 1938 in Vandalia, Illinois to the parents of Rev. Kenneth & Edith Blankenship. He passed away on November 22, 2021 at the age of 83 years.

Norris went into banking at the age of 18, out of high school. He retired from banking after 48 years of service. He married Joan (Pryor) Knebel on November 14, 1960. They made their home in Ramsey, Illinois, where he worked at Ramsey National Bank, before moving to Fredericktown, Missouri in 1996 where he remained.

Norris was a member of the Lions Club and was on the Ramsey National Bank Bowling League. He was an ordained deacon at Steeleville Baptist Church of Illinois and Meadow Heights Baptist Church at Fredericktown. He was a Sunday School teacher for many years and a song leader. Norris was a firm believer in prayer and prayed before every decision he made. He enjoyed gospel singing, family trips, sitting outside with his cup of coffee and watching St. Louis Cardinals Baseball.

Joan Blankenship preceded him in death on July 5, 2004. He then married Linda (Sitzes) Guinn of Fredericktown on September 3, 2005 and she remains. Norris was also preceded in death by his parents Rev. Kenneth & Edith Blankenship, his only sibling Rev. Dennis Blankenship and one great granddaughter Haley Cook.

He is survived by 7 children: Kenna (friend Kevin) Durbin of Hillsboro, Illinois, David (wife Lorrie) Blankenship of Kenosha, Wisconsin, Patricia (husband Dave) Goldstein of Altamont, Illinois, Traci (husband Curt) Sidwell of Fredericktown, Missouri, Sheila (husband Danny) Kemp of Fredericktown, Missouri, Faron (friend Debbie) Guinn of Fredericktown, Mimby (husband Craig) Graham of Fredericktown, Missouri. Eighteen (18) grandchildren Scott, Derek, Corey, Cody, Leah, Mark, Sam, Ryan, Adam, Katelynn, Dustin, Isaac, Jessa, Jake, Khristian, Megan, Nick & Lakeisha. Twenty-Five (25) great grandchildren Gage, Rylan, Linley, Audrey, Blake, Paisleigh, Blake, Greyson, PJ, Tinley, Brixlynn, Tripp, Aiden, Brady, Lily, Ashlynn, Falynn, Cohen, Landon, Rylan, Kalvin, Gavin, Toby, Josie & Eli.

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*2021, Clemmons, Forsyth Co., NC, Obituary

https://www.tributearchive.com/obituaries/23172883/eleanor-arlene-blankenship

Eleanor Arlene Blankenship, 73, of Clemmons, NC, formerly of Pennsboro, WV, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 20, 2021, at her residence surrounded by loving family. Ellie was born April 28, 1948, in Pennsboro, WV, a daughter of Arlene (McCullough) Taylor Snyder and the late Phelps Taylor, Jr. of Pennsboro, WV.

Ellie was a graduate of Pennsboro High School and proud member of the class of 1966. She also attended Glenville State College. She retired after working 42.5 years for the Ritchie County Board of Education. Ellie loved to read and also had a love for yard work. She enjoyed watching sporting events including college basketball and football, golf, and baseball. Her favorite teams were the WVU Mountaineers, Alabama Crimson Tide, and the Atlanta Braves.

Ellie loved God’s Word and could frequently be found reading and studying her Bible. She had a talent for memorizing Scripture and could quote many verses and passages of the Bible. She was a faithful member of the Pennsboro church of Christ and taught both children’s classes and the ladies’ Bible class for many years. Ellie also participated as a public speaker in numerous ladies’ days for various congregations of the church of Christ in several different states, teaching and encouraging women. Ellie loved being a grandmother and was known as “Grandma Ellie” to everyone. She was happy when surrounded by babies and small children and enjoyed making them laugh.

In addition to her father, Ellie is preceded in death by her stepfather, Bobbie Snyder; and sisters, Marilyn Hayhurst and Paula Garner.

In addition to her mother, Ellie is survived by her daughters, Kara Spillman (Johnny Jr.) of Clemmons, NC and Kristen Hopson (Justin) of Daniel Island, SC; grandchildren, Beau Spillman, Luc Spillman, Hannah Hopson, and Hope Hopson; brother, Phelps “Pete” Taylor III (Debbie) of Pennsboro, WV; sister, Diane Beall (Roscoe) of Canaan Valley, WV; brothers-in-law, Steve Hayhurst of Pennsboro, WV and Terry Garner of Vienna, WV; nieces and nephews, Jason Garner (Heidi), John Garner (Kecia), Julie Moser (Steve), Stephanie Hall (Jason), Valerie Neill (Tim), Jordan Taylor (Jessica), Katherine Beall, Elizabeth Gregory (Adam), Susan DiPetta (Michael), and Mitchell Beall (Milly); and many loving great-nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held at 11 am, Saturday, November 27, 2021, at the Pennsboro church of Christ in Pennsboro, WV with Terry Jones officiating. Burial will follow in the Mt. Harmony Masonic Cemetery in Pennsboro, WV. McCullough Funeral Home in Pennsboro, WV.

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+2021, Shirley, Suffolk Co., NY, Obituary

https://www.romafuneralhome.com/obituaries/Dwight-William-Blankenship?obId=23235899

Dwight William Blankenship, December 31, 1945 - November 24, 2021

Roma Funeral Home, 539 William Floyd Parkway. Shirley, NY 11967

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*2021, Coshocton, Coshocton Co., OH, Obituary

https://www.freefuneralhome.com/obituary/Lizzie-Blankenship-Pruitt

Lizzie (Bradford-Pruitt) Blankenship, 72, of Coshocton passed away at her home surrounded by her loved ones on November 8, 2021. She was born on June 29, 1949, to the late Jiles and Mildred Louise (Newman) Bradford in Austin, Texas.

Lizzie married Lonnie Curtis Pruitt on January 9, 1970. Sadly, December 7, 1995, Lonnie passed away.

She is preceded in death by her parents, husband, daughter Hattie Opela, 3 step-daughters Barbara Ruthledge, Kathy Falkenburg, and Connie Pruett, 3 step-sons Jimmy Pruitt Sr., Lonnie Pruitt Sr., and David Pruitt Sr., 2 step grandsons Jimmy Pruitt Jr., and Lonnie Pruitt Jr., 1 granddaughter Ruth Pruitt and 1 grandson Christopher Lindell.

She is survived by her children Emery (Dorothy) Rice of Texas, Lisa Timmons of Coshocton, Nita (Henry) Taylor of Texas, Sheila (Harland) Albro of Texas, Barbara (Tim) Lindell of Coshocton, Curtis Pruitt of Columbus, 1 step-daughter Johnnie Pruitt of Texas, and 1 sister Nettie (Kenneth) Guthrie of Texas. Lizzie also had 52 grandchildren, 102 great-grandchildren and 23 great-great-grandchildren.

A cremation will take place with no services held at this time. Free Funeral Home.

+2021, Dayton, Montgomery Co., OH, Obituary

https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/springboro-oh/terrill-blankenship-10434669

Terrill Lynn Blankenship, age 66, of Dayton, Ohio passed away on Sunday, November 7, 2021 at the Sion Medical Center. Lynn was born August 4, 1955 to the late Leo and Jacqueline Blankenship.

Lynn was a graduate of Springboro High School class of 1973, was employed with All Service Plastic Molding in Beavercreek, OH for over 20 years and just retired on October 29, 2021. He traveled and played Mandolin and sang with the Shiveley Family 45 years sharing the message of Christ through Gospel Bluegrass Music all across Ohio, Kentucky, Tennessee and Indiana. He loved college football and was an avid fan of The Ohio State Buckeyes Football Team.

Lynn is survived by his wife of 45 years, Kimberly Blankenship; children, Tara Wilburn, Jeremy (Jennifer) Blankenship,; six grandchildren, and two great grandchildren, Kayla Hale (Anthony), Travis Arden, Tyler Blankenship, Bayleigh Blankenship, Tucker Blankenship, Tanner Blankenship, Andrew Ogletree, Naomi Hale; his brother, James (Nancy) Blankenship; his sister, Sue (Ron) Inman; mother and father-in-law, Billie and Carl Shiveley; sister-in-law, Beverly (Jon) Mountjoy; brother-in-law, Junior (Mary Jane) Shiveley; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Funeral Services are 10 am, Saturday November 13, 2021 at Anderson Funeral Home 40 N. Main St Springboro, OH with Bro. Terrell Hudson. Burial will be in Springboro Cemetery.

+2021, Ottawa, Putnam Co., OH, Obituary

https://www.lovefuneralhome.com/obituary/Karen-Blankenship

Karen C. Blankenship, 68, of Ottawa died 12:34 p.m., Saturday, November 6, 2021 at Mercy Health St. Rita's Medical Center, Lima. She was born January 17, 1953 in Lima to the late Everett L. and Arnetta (Decker) Cook.

Karen retired from Philips, formerly of Ottawa. She was a member of Breakthrough Harvest Church, Gilboa.

She was also preceded in death by a son, Curtis Miller.

Survivors include three children: Travis (Pamela) Miller of Delphos, Chad (Nicole) Blankenship of Ottawa and Janet Orner of Ottawa; eight grandchildren; and three siblings: Gloria Closson, Joyce Kessler and Wayne Cook.

No funeral services will be held at this time. Love Funeral Home, Ottawa.

+2021, Warren, Trumbull Co., OH, Obituary

https://www.tribtoday.com/obituaries/2021/11/terry-o-blankenship-1945-2021/

Terry Otis Blankenship, 76, of Warren, passed away Saturday, Nov. 13, 2021, at home surrounded by his family and caregivers following a brief illness. He was born Jan. 18, 1945, in New Richmond, W.Va., the son of the late William Henry Blankenship and Ada Ennis Halsey Blankenship.

On Aug. 3, 1964, he married Carol “Cookie” Kickbusch of Cleveland. They shared 55 years of marriage and many wonderful memories. Terry attended Pineville High School in West Virginia. He served in the U.S. Army. Terry was employed by General Motors for 30 years and was a police officer with the Weathersfield Police Department in later years. He enjoyed RVing with his wife and family, music, cars, but most of all, spending time with his family and his animals.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife; sisters, Fern Thorn, Geraldine Najjar, Dreama Taylor and infant sister, Diana Hope Blankenship; and brothers, Jack Blankenship and Timmy Blankenship.

He is survived by his daughter, Kimberly (Allan) MonteCalvo of Warren; a sister, Rita Edens; brothers, William “H” Blankenship and Mackie Blankenship, all of West Virginia; grandchildren, Vincent MonteCalvo of Warren, Nicholas MonteCalvo of Cleveland and Ashley MonteCalvo of Atlanta; and great-granddaughter, Mia Adrianna of Girard.

His family is heartsick with his departure and will miss his many qualities, especially his stories and humor. However, they are happy that his suffering is over and that he will be reunited with his wife, Carol, whom he has missed dearly the past year and a half.

Services will be 6:30 pm, Friday, Nov. 19, 2021, at the Carl W. Hall Funeral Home.

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+2021, Ripley, Lauderdale Co., TN, Obituary

https://www.garnerfuneralhome.net/obituary/joyce-blakemore

Joyce Blankenship Blakemore of Ripley, TN, formerly of Memphis, TN died Thursday, November 25, 2021 at the Tennessee State Veterans Home in Humboldt, TN. She was the widow of Thomas Roland Blakemore, who preceded her in death on November 29, 1999. They were married 51 years. She was the daughter of the late Joe Blankenship and Mattie Arwood Blankenship.

She graduated from Ripley High School and attended Memphis School of Commerce. She worked as a secretary in Electric Distribution, and then as a service advisor in the Information Center at Memphis Light, Gas and Water Division with 29 years of service. She was a member of Ripley Church of Christ, Lauderdale Country Historical Society, Memphis Light, Gas and Water Retirees Club and Lauderdale County Commission on Aging. She enjoyed touring with tour groups, participating in 5 tours or more a year for over 30 ears. These included an Alaskan cruise and around-the-world trip. She enjoyed photography and reading and putting together a memory book after each tour.

She was predeceased by her parents, husband, and niece, Angela Simone of Navarre, FL.

She is survived by two sisters, Mrs. Marilyn Hendrix, Jackson, TN and Mrs. Ann Simone, Navarre, FL; three nephews, Mark Hendrix (Karen), Naples, Italy, Scott Hendrix, Manhattan, KS, Jon Simone (Michele), Navarre, FL; one niece Shan Whiston (Tony), Washington, IL; three great nieces and four great nephews.

Funeral service will be 11:00 on Saturday, December 4, 2021 in the chapel of Garner Funeral Home, Ripley, TN, Brother Robert R. Taylor, Jr., retired minister of the Ripley Church of Christ and Brother Justin Paschall, present minister, will conduct the service. Burial to follow in Ripley Memorial Gardens.

+2021, Old Fort, Polk Co., TN, Obituary

https://www.companionfunerals.com/obituaries/Lisa--Blankenship?obId=23068047#:~:text=Lisa%20Michelle%20Blankenship%20passed%20away,%2C%201967%20in%20Cleveland%2C%20Tennessee.

Lisa Michelle Blankenship passed away unexpectedly from a car accident on November 8, 2021 at the age of 54, in her hometown of Old Fort, Tennessee. The family is deeply saddened by her sudden death. Lisa was born on January 20, 1967 in Cleveland, Tennessee.

After graduating from Polk County High School in 1985, Lisa pursued a successful career in the jewelry business. Lisa always enjoyed being outside and grew some of the most beautiful flowers and plants. She also had a passion for animals and poured her heart and soul into caring for them.

She is preceded in death by her paternal grandparents, George and Ella Blankenship and her maternal grandparents, George and Lorene Green.

She is survived by her loving parents, Cecil and Patsy Blankenship of Old Fort, Tennessee, as well as numerous uncles, aunts, cousins, and friends who loved her dearly.

There are special people in our lives that never leave us when they are gone. Our memories of Lisa will be treasured forever. Her remains will be taken to Boanerges Baptist Church Cemetery in Old Fort, Tennessee.

+2021, Memphis, Shelby Co., TN, Obituary

https://www.serenityfuneralhomememphis.com/obituaries/Geraldine-Aliese-Blankenship?obId=23079649#/obituaryInfo

Geraldine Aliese Blankenship, 96, died November 14, 2021. The sixth child of Clarence David Walton, Sr. and Annie Watts Walton was born on August 3, 1925. She was named Geraldine Aliese Walton.

She grew up in north Memphis with her five brothers and four sisters. She learned many life lessons from her parents and siblings. She attended Memphis City Schools during her early years, Manassas and Booker T. Washington High School, and earned a GED later in life. For more than 20 years she served as the manager of the seniors’ program at the Magnolia Community Center, delivering/serving meals through the Metropolitan Inter-Faith Association Meals on Wheels Program.

Geraldine was the mother of four children: Joan Miles, Glenn Blankenship, David Blankenship and Gail Hamiel, who brought “Sons and Daughters” Israel, Lillian, Zita, Milton and Wilma into her life. She was blessed with five grandchildren: Jason (Myesha), Maia, Marccus, Rayford, and Nikolas (Cherita), whom she cherished. She was blessed with three great-grandchildren: Zuri Joan McCollum, Nikolas Blankenship II, and Jace Blankenship.

Geraldine surrounded her family with lots of love and she delighted in providing them with words of wisdom. She was a blessing to all who knew and loved her.

Serenity Funeral Home, Memphis, TN (901)379-0861

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

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

George Robert McLellan entered the gates of Heaven and eternal salvation on November 3, 2021, in Stephenville, TX. George Robert McLellan was born to George Baxter and Nettie Muenzler McLellan on September 26, 1929, at Avoca, TX.

Robert began his formal education at Avoca School where he attended, graduated, and met the love of his life, Norma Dean Blankenship. 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. On February 15, 2021, Robert and Norma celebrated 73 years of marriage.

Robert was a dedicated Christian, loving husband, father, grandfather and provider. Robert preached the gospel for 10 years, pastoring churches in Hamlin and Knox City. His musical talents flourished when he lead the singing for many years at churches in Jones County. Robert worked for West Texas Utilities as a warehouseman and was an agent for Merchants Fast Motor Lines in Stamford along with driving a school bus for Stamford ISD.

Robert was preceded in death by his loving wife, Norma Blankenship McLellan, his parents, George Baxter and Nettie McLellan, his sister and brother-in-law Lota Lee and J.D. Shannon, three brothers and sister-in-law, L.B. and Faye McLellan, Travis Bill (Pete) and Nettie McLellan and infant brother Will.

Survivors include 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; grandchildren, Scott McLellan (Ashley), Emery Letz (Casey), Erin Dunham (Ricky), Trey Felts, Brittenie Polk (James), Mackenzie McLellan, Chris Norman (Jamie), Jennifer Norman (Harley), Shelby Thomas (Micah); great grandchildren, Madisyn, Rylan, and Cale Letz, Farrah Felts, Morgan and Dakota Sanders, Raelea Lowack, Josie and Lucy McLellan, Landrie and Bristol Polk, Tyler and Ryder Norman, Hunter and Taylor Stockton, and Emma Thomas; special family friends Sharon McGhee, Donnie and Kate Embrey; and a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. with visitation from 9-10 on November 6, 2021 at First Baptist Church (214 N Swenson, Stamford, TX) with Dr. Dale Pugh of Huckabay Baptist Church, Stephenville, Texas officiating. Arrangements are under the direction of Tankersley Funeral Home.

+2021, Denison, Grayson Co., TX, Obituary

https://www.coopersorrells.com/obituary/dorothy-dottie-blankenship

Dorothy (Dottie) Blankenship passed away at Texoma Medical Center in Denison, Texas on November 9, 2021. She is rejoicing with her Lord and Savior. Dottie was born to parents Lee Oscar Blankenship and Mamie Lee (White) Blankenship in Telephone, Texas on August 23, 1935.

Dottie graduated from Honey Grove High School and then went to work with her buddies and family at Lee’s Café on the square in Honey Grove for several years Tuesdays were special days for the students at Honey Grove schools they would raid Lee’s Café for .10 cent burgers in all kinds of weather, Ground beef patties on toasted buns covered in thick chili. They sure kept her our family on our feet dishing out these great burgers. Dottie so loved her time there on the square in Honey Grove it was very alive at that time not quite what it is today. A lovely memory of our time at Lee’s Café. She then went to work for Hartford Insurance for six years at which time she started as a clerk in the downtown court house in Dallas Texas where she continued for over 35 years. Dottie meet so many people there of all walks of life and got to know many of them as lifelong friends. She helped out at many animal shelters. Dottie had a special place in her heart for any animal in need.

She was preceded in death by her parents Lee and Mamie Blankenship along with three sisters Lillie Newbery, Hazel Fleming and Emily Ford.

Dottie is survived by her sister Betty Blankenship Rigo.

Funeral services will be held at Cooper-Sorrells Funeral Home Chapel, Honey Grove at 2:00 pm. Saturday, November 13, 2021, with Brother Terry Paul Cunningham officiating. Interment will follow at Oakwood Cemetery in Honey Grove, Texas.

*2021, Anson, Jones Co., TX, Obituary

https://www.reporternews.com/obituaries/arn022882

Jack Blankenship died Wednesday, November 10, 2021.

Graveside services will be 1:00 pm Saturday, November 13, 2021, at Mount Hope Cemetery, directed by Adams-Graham Funeral Home, Anson, TX. Published in Abilene Reporter News

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+2021, Stuarts Draft, Augusta Co., VA, Obituary

https://www.coffmanfuneralhome.net/obituary/barbara-blankenship

Barbara Faye (McKinney) Blankenship, 66, widow of Roy Lee Blankenship, Sr., of 130 Branch Lane in Stuarts Draft, Virginia and formerly of Brenton, West Virginia passed away Friday, December 3, 2021 at her residence. She was born on October 23, 1955 in Pineville, West Virginia, a daughter of the late Oakey Carl and Arlene (Lucas) McKinney.

Barbara was an active member of Brenton Community Church, she enjoyed singing Karaoke and taking care of her home.

In addition to her husband Mrs. Blankenship was preceded in death by two brothers, Clyde and Buddy and two sisters, Cricket and Betty.

Survivors include two sons, Dennis Moore of Pineville, West Virginia and Steven Moore and his wife Crystal of Stuarts Draft, Virginia; a daughter, Krystal Browning and her husband Jerry of Brenton, West Virginia; a sister, Sue Morgan and her husband Rocky of Simon, West Virginia; four grandchildren, Savanna Barker and her husband Wyatt, Bryce Moore, Kaitlyn Moore and Alex Browning; two great grandchildren, Renesmae and Shawn; three step-sons, Allen Blankenship and his wife Heather of Simon, West Virginia, Robert Blankenship and his wife Erin of Rockhouse, West Virginia, Roy Blankenship, Jr., of Tamcliff, West Virginia; nine step-grandchildren, Shawn, Jeffrey, Kristen, Holly, Kelsey, Keylee, Kirsten, Hailey and Austin; numerous great step-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews also survive.

All services will be private. Coffman Funeral Home and Crematory, 230 Frontier Drive, Staunton.

+2021, Elliston, Montgomery Co., VA, Obituary

https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/name/harold-jackson-blankenship-obituary?id=31674056

Harold Jackson Blankenship, 78, of Elliston, passed away on Friday, November 26, 2021 at his home surrounded by his family. Harold was born on September 2, 1943 in Giles County to the late Marvin Lee and Louise Hare Blankenship.

Harold was clock #1 for Yokohama Tire where he worked for 35 plus years and was also proud to be the 1985 Horseshoe Champion.

Along with his parents he is preceded in death by his brother, Kenneth Blankenship.

Harold is survived by his wife, Carlene Blankenship of the home, his children, James Blankenship and wife, Melissa, Andy Blankenship and wife, Gloria, Crystal Leech and husband, JR, grandchildren, Christopher Blankenship, Tyler Blankenship, Mark Blankenship, Taylor Blankenship, Caleb Blankenship, Logan Brown, Ryan Epperly, Nevaeh Epperly, Justin Craighead, Jeremy Craighead, Dillon Craighead, Denise Craighead, Lauren Craighead, Briana Craighead, Josh Leech, Joey Leech, great-grandchildren, Savanna Blankenship, Zachary Blankenship and Daniel Blankenship. Harold is also survived by his siblings, Larry Blankenship and wife, Carleena, Randy Blankenship and wife, Fairley, Loretta Martin and Doris Lindsey, sister in laws, Alinda Parcell and husband, Jerry, Leah Patteson, Sandra Blankenship and several boys Mr. Blankenship taught how to hunt and fish.

A Funeral Service will be held at 12:00 noon, on Monday, November 29, 2021, In the Kendall Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Eddie Boothe officiating. A burial will take place in the Birchlawn Burial Park in Pearisburg.

+2021, Dublin, Pulaski Co., VA, Obituary

https://www.bowerfuneralhome.com/obituary/rebecca-thomas

Rebecca Ann Blankenship Thomas, age 62 of Dublin passed away Friday, December 10, 2021 at her home. Born March 18, 1959 in Giles County she was the daughter of the late Billy Estill Blankenship & Barbara Vaughn Blankenship.

She was also preceded in death by her husband, Gary R. Thomas, brothers, Barry and Mickey Blankenship.

She is survived by her; Daughters – Barbara Thomas & Marcus – Dublin, Pamela Thomas – New Mexico; Grandchildren – Jalen Finley, Bryce Finley, Bethany Finley, Latrell (Jasmine) Thomas, Adison Thomas; Sister – Drema Blankenship – MD; Brothers – Tommy Blankenship – MD, Allen Blankenship – WV; Long Time Friend – Mark Hamblin

Memorial services will be held at a later date. Bower Funeral Homes, Pulaski.

+2021, Wytheville, Wythe Co., VA, Obituary

https://www.highlandfuneralservice.com/obituary/lillian-blankenship

Lillian Miller Blankenship, 71 [December 10, 1949], of Wytheville, passed away Tuesday, November 23, 2021 at her residence.

She was preceded in death by her parents, John & Mildred BeCraft Miller. A daughter, Christine Blankenship.

She is survived by a Daughter; Lisa Blankenship Wright, Fort Chiswell. Three Grandchildren and Three Great-Grandchildren also survive.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 pm, Monday, November 29, 2021, at the Barnett Funeral Home, conducted by Rev. Jon Smith, with interment to follow in the Rosewood Cemetery, Rural Retreat.

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+2021, Isaban, McDowell Co., WV, Obituary

https://www.mountsfuneralhome.com/obituary/Ralph-Blankenship

Ralph Blankenship, 67, of Isaban departed this life on Thursday, November 25, 2021 at Logan Regional Medical Center. Born at home on May 17, 1954 in Isaban, he was the son of the late Fred and Edith (Griffey) Blankenship.

Ralph loved to be outside. He loved fishing, riding ATV’s through the mountains, and sitting on the front porch; but most of all enjoyed spending time with his children, who will miss him dearly. He enjoyed watching reruns of old westerns and the Andy Griffith Show, and in more recent years, would spend hours swinging on the front porch while keeping a close eye on the bird feeder in the yard.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers: Timmy Ray Blankenship and Billy Blankenship; and one sister: Bonnie Sue Blankenship.

Those left to love and cherish his memory are his sons: Roland Chase (Caitlyn Hufford) Roberts of Parkersburg and Evan Blankenship of Catawba, NC; his daughters: Tara (Calvin Riffe) Thomason of Justice and Kim (Jeremy) Cline of Isaban; one granddaughter: Danielle Cline; one grandson: Ethan Thomason; one brother: Freddy Joe Blankenship; two sisters: Wilma Lockhart and Mary Bell Banks; his dear friend: Rose Harris; and several special nieces and nephews. Ralph will also be sadly missed by his special dogs: Chico and Lucky.

Funeral services will commence at the Isaban Church of God, at 1 pm, Wednesday, December 1, 2021, with Pastor Jeremy Compton and Gary Justice officiating. Burial will follow in the Brushy Fork Cemetery at Isaban, where Ralph will be carried to his resting place by: Calvin Riffe, Jeremy Cline, Roland Chase Roberts, Evan Blankenship, Ethan Thomason, and Jason Coleman.

He may be gone from our sight but never from our hearts.

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

https://www.memorialfd.com/obituary/scotty-blankenship

Scotty Edward Blankenship, 61, of Hatcher Road, Princeton, died Friday, November 12, 2021 at Princeton Community Hospital. Born, November 6, 1960, he was the son of the late Lee Edward Blankenship and Cleo Hazelwood Blankenship.

Scotty worked in the Construction/Paving Business.

Left to cherish his memory are his two children, Samuel Malone and Baylee Blankenship; One grandson, Braxton Stewart; Two sisters, Saretha Stone and Jane Blankenship; One brother, Ernest Lee Blankenship; Several nieces, nephews and cousins also survive.

The family has honored Scotty’s request that he be cremated with no services. Inurnment was in the Elgood Cemetery. Memorial Funeral Directory and Cremation Center on the Athens Road in Princeton.

+2021, Wayne, Wayne Co., WV, Obituary

https://www.facebook.com/JohnsonTillerFuneralHome/

Ella Marie Blankenship, 49, of Wayne, WV, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, November 3, 2021. She was born January 31, 1972 in Huntington, WV, and was a 1991 graduate of Wayne High School.

Preceding her in death were her paternal grandparents, Ella and Sampson Blankenship; and maternal grandparents, Climpson and Macel Nance.

She leaves behind her mother, Leona Stevenson of East Lynn, WV; her father Carl Blankenship of Wayne; one sister, Debbie Taylor; two nieces, Heather Krantz and Kelly Krantz; one great niece, Aria Witherspoon, all of Omaha, Neb.; as well as several aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends who will miss her dearly.

Funeral services will be conducted at 1 pm, Wednesday, November 10, 2021, at Johnson Tiller Funeral Home with Pastor Michael Dillon officiating. Burial will follow in the Price Mills Cemetery.

+2021, Wayne, Wayne Co., WV, Obituary

https://www.herald-dispatch.com/obituaries/wv/toliver-blankenship/article_975cd139-8139-5417-8eee-bcd600c5cc6c.html

Toliver Blankenship, 84, of Wayne, passed away Friday, November 19, 2021, at the Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House. He was born August 30, 1937, in Wayne, a son of the late Marion and Chaney Blankenship.

His Daughters, Marylyn Lane and Anita Dillion, Also preceded him in death.

Toliver was retired from A.C.&F. Huntington.

Survivors include he wife, Alice Blankenship; one daughter, Loretta Smith of Wayne; two sons, Travis (Patricia) Blankenship, also of Wayne, and Patrick (Ginger) Blankenship of Barboursville; three sister, Lavon (Glen) Johnson, of Tennessee, Dorothy Napier and Jeneva Willoby; two brothers, Albert Blankenship and Roy (Glenna) Blankenship, all of Wayne; as well as grandchildren, Great-grandchildren, Family and friends too numerous to mention.

Funeral services will be conducted at 1 pm, Tuesday, November 23, 2021, at Johnson Tiller Funeral Home. Burial will follow in the Toliver Blankenship Cemetery.

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+2021, Chappell, Deuel Co., NE, Obituary

https://www.prairiehillsjulesburg.com/obituaries/Shirley-Blankenship-6/#!/Obituary

Shirley Blankenship, 81, of Chappell, passed away October 3, 2021, at the Regional West Medical Center in Oshkosh. She was born June 29, 1940, at Chappell, NE, to Louis and Ahlean Freeman.

Shirley graduated from Chappell High School with the class of 1958 and then moved to Denver to work for a short time. On March 6, 1960, Shirley married Billy Gene Blankenship at Chappell, Nebraska. Their union was blessed with two children, Shirley, and Bill Jr.

Shirley worked at and then managed the Snow King in Chappell before she and her husband started a custom harvesting business in 1968, where they made many lifelong friends. Together they harvested crops for 20 years from Texas to Montana, the last year of which she did with their son Bill after her husband Bill had passed away.

Shirley's life was built upon the pillars of faith and family. She loved to cook and entertain. Nobody left Shirley's house hungry. Though she was a very private person, Shirley was fun-loving and sometimes a little ornery. She brought the very best out of her children and grandchildren and cherished the memories she made with each of them, from sharing a cruise night with her daughter to taking her grandchildren fishing or spinning "cookies" in the parking lot. Whether she was called mom, Gram, or Aunt, she was always bringing fun and joy to those around her.

Shirley loved to read her Bible and to watch Christian TV. If it wasn't faith-based, it was probably the Food Channel or a good cookbook. She loved to make special birthday cakes for members of the family and did so on many occasions. Shirley was also a wonderful caregiver and was called to that ministry on several occasions for her grandmothers, an uncle, and her neighbors. Throughout her life, she always had a smile on her face and a Godly attitude in her heart.

Shirley was preceded in death by her husband, Bill Sr.; son, Bill Jr.; brother, LeRoy Freeman; and her parents.

Surviving her are her daughter; Shirley (Allen) Michel; grandchildren; Keegan Michel, Alicia Blankenship; siblings, Louis (Marge) Freeman, Lois Freeman, Violet Hall; brother-in-law Bob (Marti) Blankenship; sister-in-laws Wanda Speck and Noble Blankenship; and numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.

Private family services will be held at the Assembly of God Church in Chappell. Interment will be in the Chappell Cemetery. Prairie Hills Funeral Home of Julesburg.

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+2021, Vansant, Buchanan Co., VA, Obituary

https://www.shortridgeramey.com/obituaries/Lucinda-Ellen-Crigger-Blankenship?obId=21059081#/celebrationWall

Lucinda Ellen Crigger Blankenship, 42 years of age of Vansant, VA, passed away Saturday, May 8, 2021 at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital. Born July 3, 1978 in Bluefield, WV, she was the daughter of Dorothy Faye Stinson Crigger of Avondale, WV and the late James Walter Crigger.

Lucinda was of the Pentecostal faith, and was the founder of the Ronnie Milsap Fan Facebook Page. She was a loving daughter, wife, mother and grandmother.

Survivors in addition to her mother Dorothy Faye Stinson Crigger of Avondale, WV, include her loving husband of twenty-one years Dennis Lee Blankenship of Vansant, VA; son Caleb Lee Blankenship and fiancé Mary Jones of Big Stone Gap, VA; granddaughter Bella Elizabeth Jones of Big Stone Gap, VA.

Per Lucinda’s wishes, her body will be cremated and there will be no service at this time.

Shortridge-Ramey Funeral Home of Grundy, VA.

+2021, North Tazewell, Tazewell Co., VA, Obituary

https://www.shortridgeramey.com/obituaries/Tony--Ray-Chief--Blankenship?obId=20812990#/celebrationWall

Tony Ray “Chief” Blankenship 49 years of age passed away at his residence Thursday, April 15, 2021. Born in Richlands, VA he was the son of Ann Christine Blankenship of Oakwood, VA and the late James Preston “JP” Blankenship.

Tony was a 1991 graduate of Garden High School where he exceled in Football and was know as “Chief”. He was currently employed by Derick Corporation of North Tazwell as a heavy equipment operator. He enjoyed fishing and was a loving son, brother and friend to many.

In addition to his father, he was preceded death by his paternal grandparents, Cube and Hazel Blankenship and maternal grandparents, Floyd Junior and Linda Blankenship and several Uncles and Aunts.

In addition to his mother Ann Christine Blankenship of Oakwood, VA his is survived his brother Douglas James Blankenship of Oakwood, VA; Uncles Markel Blankenship of Page, VA, Doug Osborne of Shortts Gap, VA; Aunts Patty Osborne of Shortts Gap, VA, Emmay Gay Blankenship of Oakwood, VA and Sandy Blankenship of Richlands, VA. He was also survived by several nieces, nephews and a host of friends.

Funeral services will be at 1:00 pm, Monday, April 19, 2021 at the Shortridge-Ramey Funeral Home of Keen Mountain, VA with Rev. Billy Cliffton officiating. Burial will follow in the Blankenship Cemetery on Training Field Road, Page, VA.Men of the Derick Corporation and friends will serve as active pallbearers.

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+2021, La Crosse, LaCrosse Co., WI, Obituary

https://couleecremation.com/barbara-sue-walsh/

Barbara Sue (Blankenship) Walsh, of La Crosse, WI, passed away on January 21, 2021. She had been lovingly cared for at home by her family. She was born in La Crosse on January 7, 1934 to Jim and Agnes Blankenship.

Barb proudly called herself a ‘North sider,’ graduating from Logan High School in 1951. She played clarinet in the band and hung out with friends at her beloved Sweet Shop and Maidrite Cafe. She attended (what is now) WTC and started working at Trane Co. Barb spent many nights dancing at the Avalon Ballroom. She met her future husband Jim at a house party and they married on October 20, 1956 at St. Joseph the Workman Cathedral.

Barb filled her life with raising six children and their many activities. She lovingly sewed most of their clothes, baked countless Spritz cookies, and took joy in playing pranks on all members of the family (think Shamrocks growing from a roof toilet for her Irish husband, or love notes left inside her children’s sandwiches). Barb also enjoyed bowling, woodworking, and playing cards.

She returned to work at Trane Co., then Audio Visual Services, retiring in 1997. During those years, she golfed in a ladies league and returned to knitting that placed Christmas stockings on mantles across the U.S., as well as sweaters and baby layettes. All true works of art. As her 10 grandchildren were born, she was happiest attending their music performances, dance recitals, and athletic events. She especially looked forward to Wisconsin Badger basketball games.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband James, and her son Brian.

She is survived by her children Karen Walsh-Ritter (Mark Ritter), Kevin (Joanne) Walsh of Puyallup, WA, Neal (Carol) Walsh of Eleva, WI, Christopher Walsh, Erin (Mike) Grosch; grandchildren Kyle (Samantha) Walsh, Quinn Walsh, Thomas Ritter, Nolan Ritter (Katie Kachel), Isabel Walsh, Ian Grosch, Garrett Grosch, Connor Grosch, Torie Grosch, Sophie Grosch; great grandchild Cecelia Walsh. She is further survived by her brother Milt (Judy) Blankenship, sister-in-law Virginia Walsh, and daughter-in-law Dori Walsh.

Services will be held Tuesday, February 2, 2021 at Mary Mother of the Church with Father Konopa.