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+2021, Anchorage City, AK, Obituary

https://obituaries.adn.com/adportal/listingView.html?id=4493

Shirley Blankenship, 89, of Anchorage, Alaska, passed away on Dec. 14, 2021. She was born in Dubuque, Iowa, on July 14, 1932.

Shirley was a secretary for the Anchorage School District for 25 years. She enjoyed cooking for her family, playing with her grandchildren and reading cozy mysteries. Shirley loved her church, St. Anthony's, and was a Eucharistic minister for many years. She spent 14 years helping to organize meals for a local women's shelter.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 40 years, Jerry; and eldest daughter, Chris.

Shirley is survived by her children, Michael (Beth), David (Angie), Stephen and Lisa; and daughter-in-law, Abigail. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Christian, Daniel, Rebecca, Jennifer, Cedar and Harry; and great-grandchildren, Riley, Cooper, Jaidyn and Clover.

Burial will be at Anchorage Memorial Cemetery on June 9, 2022.

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+2021, Morrilton, Conway Co., AR, Obituary

https://www.rosewoodcremation.com/obituaries/Johnny-Bruce-Blankenship?obId=23409894

Johnny Bruce Blankenship, September 23, 1953 - December 13, 2021

His family and friends will never forget Bruce's strength, integrity, faith and readiness to meet Jesus.

Bruce and his wife, Jayne, share six children as well as some spouses: Karl & Brandi Howell, Summer Blankenship, Shawn & Britnie Corbett, John & Jody Workman, Joseph Shelburn and David & Jennifer James. Bruce also had 17 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren. Besides his family, Bruce was proud of his service in the military and his commitment to Green Bay Packaging for 38 years! He is survived by his wife, Jayne, and all of his children.

We will be holding a celebration of life at a later date. Rosewood Cremation of Morrilton AR.

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+2021, Crestview, Okaloosa Co., FL, Obituary

https://brackneyfuneralservice.com/obituary/eddie/

Eddie, June 09, 1950~December 10, 2021

James (Eddie) Blankenship passed away peacefully December 10, 2021 at his home, surrounded by friends, family and love.

Eddie came to Crestview from GA in the early 80’s. He started Eddie’s Starters and Alternators on Hwy 90 East which grew into Eddie’s Auto Sales. Being a successful businessman allowed him to build a wonderful life with the woman he loved and give back to his community, which he often did.

He is survived by his wife of 35 and a half years, Jerry Blankenship; Sister Sheila Gibson and husband Steve; Son Jason Ladner and wife Krista ; Grandchildren Amanda Greenwalt and husband Alex, Jada Ladner, Sarah Ladner, Zoe Gray, Xander Gray, great grandchildren Bailey, Avery, James, and Oakland, due in January ‘22, as well as countless nephews, nieces, cousins and extended family and Our Pastor : Jim Skates and wife Elaine.

Eddie’s wishes included not having a ceromony or service and in lieu of gifts or flowers in his name, please give to a child. It’s what he would do.

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+2021, Edison, Calhoun Co., GA, Obituary

https://www.lunsfordfuneralhome.com/obituary/JAMES-EDWIN-BLANKENSHIP

James E. Blankenship, 68, of Edison, GA passed away on Wednesday, December 15, 2021, at his residence. He was born on March 20, 1953, in Fort Campbell, KY the son of the late James Henry and Shirley Ann Beckham Blankenship.

Mr. Blankenship was a retired US Army Veteran.

He was preceded in death by his parents and his wife, Margaret Daniels Blankenship.

Survivors include his son, Mason Johnson of Dothan, grandchild, Riley Johnson and several cousins and friends.

Memorial services will be conducted at a later time. Lunsford Funeral Home, Cuthbert, GA.

+2021, West Green, Coffee Co., GA, Obituary

https://www.simsfuneralhome.org/obituary/Laverne-Blankenship

Mrs. Laverne Blankenship, aged 78, of West Green, Georgia, passed away on Sunday, December 26, 2021, at her residence following an extended illness. Mrs. Blankenship was born on March 21, 1943 in Tifton, Georgia, to the late James and Katherine Goode Blankenship.

Mrs. Blankenship was preceded in death by her parents, James and Katherine Goode Blankenship, as well as a Son; Jimmy Blankenship.

Survivors include: Son; James Deen of West Green, GA, four Grandchildren; Haley B. Deen, Miranda Barfield, Jason Blankenship (Adrienne), Michael Whitley (Shelly), five Great-Grandchildren; Waylon Blankenship, Jordan Blankenship, Ashton Whitley, Jeran Whitley, and Weston Whitley, Two Sisters; Brenda Stone (H.L.) of Pearson, GA, and Diane Howard of Douglas, GA, and one Daughter in Law; Tracy Blankenship.

A funeral service will be held at 2:00 pm, on Wednesday, December 29, 2021, at Burkett Baptist Church, with Rev. George Carroll Paulk and Rev. Terry Chancey officiating. The interment will follow at Burkett Baptist Church Cemetery. Active Pallbearers will be: Chip Wright, Jay Taylor, Randy Harrell, Randy Moore, Bryan Bowen, Anthony Bowen, Prentis Burkett, Don Lott, Rodney Mobley, and Marlon Smith.

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+2021, Chicago, Cook Co., IL, Obituary

https://crawfordcountynow.com/obituaries/shane-blankenship/

Shane Blankenship, age 51, of Chicago, Illinois, passed away on Saturday, December 25, 2021 at Amita Health Adventist Medical Center in LaGrange, Illinois. He was born on February 2, 1970 in Upper Sandusky, Ohio, to John and Dary (Erwin) Blankenship. His father has passed away and mother is living in Nevada, Ohio.

Shane was a 1988 graduate of Wynford High School and Pioneer Technical School where he majored in business. In his early years, Shane worked for the Village Restaurant in Upper Sandusky, then upon graduation, he worked in hotel management for many years. He also did extensive travels in many states, including Alaska, and checked out many hotels along the way, and made many friends. He will be remembered for his love of Christ and his willingness to share about Him with others. He will be truly missed.

Shane was preceded in death by his father John, paternal grandparents, Fred and Martha Blankenship, and maternal grandparents, Carl and Tressie Erwin.

Shane is survived by his 2 sisters, Yvonne (Jon) Craig of Knoxville, Tennessee, Willa (Bob) Norris of Vanceburg, Kentucky, and 2 brothers, Kelly (Tracy) Johnson of Kenton, Ohio, and Kevin Johnson of Tiffin. Nephews, Dustin (Charm) Johnson, Doug (Sara) Johnson, Orey Wilson, Dakota Wilson, Isaac Hammond, and nieces, Desirae (Cory) Crabtree, Amelia (Brad) Newman, Sarah (Nate) Bundy, along with many cousins and friends.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00pm, Friday, December 31, 2021 at the Lucas-Batton Funeral Home in Upper Sandusky, with Rev. Eric Anderson officiating. Burial will follow at Old Mission Cemetery.

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+2021, New Albany, Floyd Co., IN, Obituary

https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/belleville/name/norma-blankenship-obituary?id=31861468

Norma Jean "Babe" Blankenship, 85, of New Albany, Indiana, passed away on Wednesday, December 8, 2021. She was born on January 1, 1936, in East Saint Louis, Illinois, to the late Milton and Norma Hanser of Grantfork, Illinois.

She was a retired barber and former owner of the Elite Barber Shop in Greenville, Illinois.

Along with her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Dr. Reginald "Sam" Blankenship; and her sister, Judith Landolt.

Norma is survived by her two sons, Gary (Karen) Woodson of Eustis, Florida, and David (Teresa) Woodson of Sellersburg, Indiana; grandsons, Erik (Melissa) Woodson, Matthew (Mackenzie) Woodson, and Daniel Woodson; great-granddaughters, Mary Margaret Woodson and Anna Kate Woodson.

A family memorial and interment will be held at a later date in Grantfork, Illinois.

+2021, Warsaw, Kosciusko Co., IN Obituary

https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/newsadvance/name/mitchell-blankenship-obituary?id=31775068

Mitchell "Mickey" A. Blankenship, of Warsaw, passed away peacefully in his residence surrounded by his family on Saturday, December 4, 2021, at the age of 74 [March 24, 1947].

He was preceded in death by his mother; brother, Randall Campbell; and great-grandson, Theo Blankenship.

Those who survive to cherish memories of him are his wife of 54 years, Donna; children, Robin (Curtis Harris) Blankenship of Silver Lake and Mitchell (Liz) Blankenship Jr. of Middlebury; grandchildren, Kyndra, Mitchell III, Brooke, and Steven; brother, Patrick (Bonnie) Campbell of Vinton, VA; and sister, Mary (Keith) Ogden of Amherst, Va.

Life Celebration will be at 6 pm, on Friday, December 10, 2021, at Bethel Baptist Church,

Titus Funeral Home1109 W Market St, Pierceton, IN, Titus Funeral Home, Warsaw, IN.

+2021, Bedford, Lawrence Co., IN, Obituary

https://www.spurgeonfh.com/obituaries/Thomas-Blankenship-6/#!/Obituary

Thomas Blankenship, age 78, of Bedford, passed away on Saturday, December 4, 2021, at I.U. Health, Bedford, surrounded by his loving family. Born on March 25, 1943, at his home in Bloomington, he was the son of Evan Thomas and Elnora Mickel Blankenship, both of whom preceded him in death.

Mr. Blankenship served as Senior Chief Petty Officer in the United States Navy for 22 years. He was a life-time member of the NRA and a member of the Outdoor Sportsman Club of Mitchell. In addition, he was a UAW member and a member of the American Legion.

Thomas enjoyed fishing, woodworking, and hunting. On September 22, 1962, in Canada, he married Dorothy L. Willson, and she survives in Bedford.

Besides his parents, Thomas was also preceded in death by one son, Jason Blankenship; one sister, Reva Beavers; one brother, Denny Blankenship; and one brother-in-law, Tommy Beavers.

Survivors also include one son, Lee A. Blankenship of Bedford; two daughters: Tammy (Scott) Trowbridge of Bedford, and Tanya S. (Darin) Anderson of Mitchell; two sisters: Delores B. Edmondson of Alabama, and Barbara Long of Arizona; six grandchildren: Stormi Leahy, Misty Ashley, Nicole Erwin, Brandon Blankenship, Dilan Wilkerson, and Dalton Wilkerson; and seven great-grandchildren: David, Brice, Sierra, Domnici, Rebekah, Joshua, and Hayden.

Funeral services will be at 12:00 noon, on Thursday, December 9, 2021, at Spurgeon Funeral Home, Inc., Brownstown, with Pastor Mitchell McIntyre officiating. Military honors will be presented by Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1925, American Legion Post 89, Disabled American Veterans 47 and Vietnam Vets 7.

+2021, Scottsburg, Scott Co., IN, Obituary

https://www.collinsfuneralhome.net/obituaries/Charles-Lewis-Blankenship?obId=23522106

Charles Lewis Blankenship, 52, of Scottsburg, Indiana passed away on Thursday, December 23, 2021, at Norton Hospital in Louisville, [Jefferson Co.,] Kentucky. He was born on August 24, 1969, in Chicago, Illinois, the son of the late Wanda (Hatfield) Blankenship and James Blankenship, who survives.

He was a member of the First General Baptist Church in Cicero, Illinois. On January 7, 2020, he rededicated his vows to Roberta (Brock) Blankenship, who survives.

He was preceded in death by his mother.

In addition to his father and wife, Charles is survived by two daughters, Kristian (Roy Haggard) Camper of Midlothian, Illinois and Kayla Camper of Salem, Indiana; son, James Brock of Scottsburg, Indiana; brother, James (Wanda) Blankenship of Lawrenceville, Georgia; sister, Emma (Andrew) Strickland of Shiloh, Georgia; four grandchildren; Benjamin, Jimmy, Eli, and Mia, many nephews; Christopher, James (Heather), Josh, Alex (Katherine), CJ; and nieces; Ashley (Travis), Susan (Scott); along with three great nephews; Bryson, SJ, and Hunter. Loved by many aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.

Funeral Service: 6:00 pm, Saturday, January 8, 2022, at Collins Funeral Home in Scottsburg, Indiana.

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+2021, Paris, Bourbon Co., KY, Obituary

https://www.tributearchive.com/obituaries/23356586/angela-sue-blankenship/georgetown/kentucky/johnsons-funeral-home

Angela Sue Blankenship, 72 [April 14, 1949], wife of Mike Blankenship, passed away Friday, December 10, 2021. Born in Georgetown, KY, she was the daughter of the late Agee and Opal Simon Hamilton.

Retired from the Bourbon County Clerk’s office, she was a member of Spears Mill Baptist Church. She led the choir for many years and sang at many weddings and funerals. Her greatest passion was her family.

She was preceded in death by her son, Harvey Kevin Wynn.

In addition to her husband, she is survived by her daughters, Melissa Adams, Jennifer (Gary) Phillips and Cindy (William J) Fooks; step children, Jennifer Blankenship and Michael Blankenship; sister, Jennie Cannon; grandchildren, Jenna (Justin) Sebastian, Jordan Adams, Courtney (Jacob) Goodman, Justin Baldwin, Xavier Byars, Jake Fooks Ben (Katie) Fooks, Kaylyn Blankenship, Justin Blankenship, Mason Blankenship and Ty Blankenship; as well as four great grandchildren and numerous friends.

Funeral services will be 11 am, Tuesday, at Johnson’s Funeral Home, conducted by Rev. Philip D. Ronk. Burial will follow at the Georgetown Cemetery. Casket bearers will be Justin Baldwin, Jordan Adams, Jake Fooks, Ben Fooks, Justin Blankenship and Mason Blankenship. Honorary bearers will be Hamilton Neal, David B. Glass, Ty Blankenship, Joe Fooks, Gary Phillips and Michael Blankenship.

+2021, Hillview, Bullitt Co., KY, Obituary

https://www.subfuneralhome.com/obituary/ala-eugene-blankenship

Mr. Ala Eugene Blankenship, age 84 [October 09, 1937], of Hillview, returned to his Heavenly Father on Monday, December 20, 2021.

Among those who preceded him in death are, his beloved wife, Virginia “Sissy” Nell Hunt Blankenship; daughter, Tammy Black; parents, William and Minta Blankenship and brothers, Tom, Jimmy, and Harold Blankenship.

He leaves to cherish his memory, his children, Cathy Henon and Timothy Blankenship (Catherine); 5 grandchildren; 2 step-grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; brother, Arnold Blankenship (Charlene) and a host of other dear family and friends.

Funeral service will be held at 12:00 pm on Wednesday, December 29, 2021 in the chapel of Schoppenhorst, Underwood and Brooks Funeral Home (Preston Hwy. at Brooks Rd.) with burial to follow at Bethany Cemetery.

+2021, Winchester, Clark Co., KY, Obituary

https://www.scobeefuneralhome.com/obituaries/Terry-Gale-Blankenship?obId=23490457

Terry Gale Blankenship, 73, August 10, 1948 - December 19, 2021

She was preceded in death by her parents, Drexel and Adelaide Blankenship, and a devoted grandmother, Ida Hunt Hoskins.

Terry was a talented and published poet who also loved reading, creative writing, music, cooking, and various arts and crafts including weaving. She also enjoyed writing lyrics for songs. While living in California, Terry spent many hours volunteering at homeless shelters including Tent City in San Francisco. She was passionate about her work on The Names Project AIDS Memorial Quilt, tirelessly quilting individual memory panels for people who died from AIDS. In 1987 Terry was one of the volunteers who traveled to Washington, DC where the quilt was displayed for the first time, during a ceremony at the National Mall.

Terry will be lovingly remembered for her quick wit and sense of humor, contagious laugh, compassion, generosity, and overall positive and cheerful outlook on life.

Scobee Funeral Home, Winchester, KY

+2021, Frenchburg, Menifee Co., KY, Obituary

https://www.menifeehomeforfunerals.com/obituary/Deloris-Blankenship

Deloris Jean Thomas Blankenship, age 95, of Frenchburg, KY passed away Sunday, December 19, 2021 at her daughter, Debbie Williams home after an extended illness. She was born July 15, 1926 in Dayton, Ohio to Raymond Thomas and Carma Dennis Thomas.

She attended the First Church of God, Frenchburg, KY. She retired after 20 years of working, 10 years at the Jane Cook Hospital in Frenchburg, KY, and 10 years at the Extended Care Facility, Mt. Sterling, KY as a nursing assistant.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Raymond and Carma Dennis Thomas, her husband Curt Blankenship, three sisters, Wanda MacKinnon, Gerry Johnson, Patti Berry. Five brothers, Stanley, Denver, Bob, Bill and Gary Thomas.

Surviving are two sons, Denzil and Arlene Back and, Donald & Nancy Back both of Sudith, KY. Two daughters Debbie Williams of Means, KY. Joy and Von Mullins of Frenchburg, KY. Sister Gail and KC Amburgey of Frenchburg, KY. Five sisters-in-laws, Jean Thomas of Frenchburg, KY. Loretta Thomas and Carolyn Thomas both of Wellington, KY. Gwen Thomas of Means, KY, and Reva Thomas of Indiana. Twelve grandchildren, 26 great-grandchildren,16 great-great-grandchildren. Several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be 1:00 pm, Wednesday, December 22,2021 in Menifee Home For Funerals with Rev. Roger Wells and Rev. Mike Sexton officiating. Burial in the Mack Cemetery, McCausey Ridge, Frenchburg, KY. Active pallbearers: Jamie Williams, Scot Williams, Todd Williams, Ty Ledford, Kendall Back, Curt Ledford. Honorary pallbearers: KC Amburgey, Von Mullins, Jason Gomez, Todd Trimble, Jeremy Teel, Carlas Tufono, Benny Patrick and Trent Patrick.

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+2021, Laurel, Prince George's Co., MD, Obituary

https://usobit.com/obituaries-2021/richard-edward-blankenship-jr-november-29-1974-december-20-2021-age-47/

Richard E. “Cat” Blankenship, Jr. (47) passed away surrounded by his family on December 20, 2021. Rich was born on November 29, 1974 in Howard County Maryland. He was the son of Richard and Mary Blankenship.

Rich grew up in Laurel, Maryland where he began his career as a firefighter. For twenty (20) years he strived to be one of the best and bravest firefighters Howard County has to offer. He was a “Fireman’s Fireman” Rich was the owner of “Laurel’s House of Horror”. His creativity and imagination ran the haunted house in Laurel, Maryland for seven (7) years.

Richard is survived by his wife, Charlene, his parents Richard and Mary, his sister Nicole, his six (6) children; Zachary, Tyler, Alex, Allyson, Andrew, Nicholas and his granddaughter Cali Rose. Rich is also survived by his aunts, cousins and his fellow brother and sister at Howard County Fire and Rescue.

If desired the family suggests donations to Savage Volunteer Fire Company, 8521 Corridor Road, Savage, MD 20763 or Laurel Volunteer Fire Department, 7411 Cherry Lane, Laurel, Maryland 20707. To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Richard Edward Blankenship, Jr., please visit our floral store.

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*2021, Rochester, Oakland Co., MI, Obituary

https://www.modetzfuneralhomes.com/obituaries/Loretta-Hope-Blankenship?obId=23371175

Loretta Hope Blankenship, April 17, 1933 - December 11, 2021 (88 years old)

Funeral Service will be 1:30 am, Friday, December 17, 2021, Potere-Modetz Funeral Home, Rochester, MI.

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+2021, Mexico, Audrain Co., MO, Obituary

https://www.mexicoledger.com/stories/michael-mike-blankenship,7303

Michael "Mike" Blankenship, 54, of Mexico, died Dec. 13, 2021 at Boone Hospital Center. Born Nov. 18, 1967, Bakersfield, Calif., he was the son of Frankie (Larry) Adams of Clarence and Carl (Terry) Stewart Fresno, Calif.

Mike lived in Marshall/Mexico most of his life. He attended Marshall High School, where he received his GED upon learning he was going to be a dad. He was known for the many leadership and job positions he had throughout the years. Most of all Mike was known for the love he had for his family. His favorite pastimes were working on his Camaro, gardening, and of course spending any moment he could with his grandchildren. He always had great stories of all the places he traveled and the memories he made.

In addition to his parents, Mike is survived by wife Windy Blankenship of the home; three children, Nicole Blankenship (Matt) of Marshall, Michael Blankenship of Mexico, Christian (Karley) Blankenship of Wahiawa, Hawaii; seven grandchildren, Cole McGuire, Baron Rasse, of Marshall, Ayden, Piper and Grayson Blankenship of Wahiawa, Hawaii, and Skyler and Katelyn Blankenship, Mexico; four siblings, Kevin Adams, of Clarence, Konnie Powell of Clarence, Wayne Stewart, of Fresno, Calif., Khristi (Eric) Elwess, of Mt. Enterprise, Texas; and three nieces, Jessica Powell, Katelin and Baylie Elwess.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Chester and Lea Etta Brown, Bill and Marie Adams, Leonard and Hazel Stewart, and siblings Alicia and Kirk Adams.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date to be announced.

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+2021, Houston, Chickasaw Co., MS, Obituary

https://www.houstonfuneralhomems.com/obituary/donald-blankenship

Mr. Donald Edward Blankenship, 76, passed away on December 13, 2021, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo, Mississippi. Mr. Blankenship was born on August 22, 1945, in Columbus, Mississippi to Claude Eckford Blankenship and Lucy Lee Ruffin Blankenship.

He was the retired owner of Don`s Pak- A- Pok, a salesman for Dad & Lad, and worked as the door greeter and cashier for the last 13 years at Houston Walmart. Mr. Blankenship was a member of Southside Church of Christ. Greeting many faces, whether familiar or not, was the highlight of his day. His smile was contagious, and his love for people was evident. He was slow to anger and quick to forgive. Dependable work ethic was his anthem. He will be so missed but remembered forever for his unconditional love.

Mr. Don is preceded in death by his parents, his brother, Leo Blankenship, and his sisters, Joy Anderson, and Sandra Boyce.

Mr. Don is survived by his wife of 47 years, Mrs. Linda Neal Blankenship of Houston; his son, Jonathan (Christie Smith) Blankenship of Houston; his daughter, Jennifer (Robert) Gore of Woodland; his grandchildren, Caroline (Jayden Reynolds) Blankenship, and Ryan and Grayson Gore; he is also survived by a host of nieces and nephews.

A Celebration of Life will be on Thursday, December 16, 2021, at 2:00 P.M. at Houston Funeral Home in Houston, MS with Bro. Billy Free and Dr. Randy Rinehart officiating. Burial will be at Houston City Cemetery in Houston, MS. Pallbearers will be Christopher Free, Josh Alford, Bobby Anderson, Greg King, Jerritt Alford, Eddie Alford, and Jody Alford. Honorary pallbearers will be Johnny Furr, Artley Lynn, Michael Boyce, and employees of Houston Walmart.

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+2021, Hamilton, Butler Co., OH, Obituary

https://www.springfieldnewssun.com/obituaries/blankenship-glendola/42HBMLMIJRC4RF4YRPOUAKI264/

Glendola "Gwen" Blankenship, Age 92 of Hamilton, passed away at Golden Years Nursing Home on Thursday, December 23, 2021. Gwen was born in Hamilton, Ohio on August 11, 1929, to Lee and Lillie (Ponder) Childs.

Gwen attended Fairfield schools for all twelve years, graduating in 1947. She was in California and North Carolina with her husband during the time he was in the Marine Corps. Gwen was employed at the Lane Public Library for some time when they came home. Later she was employed at Garfield Junior High in the library with Mrs. Velma Julian and they are still best of friends. She was a member of Tri-County Assembly Church of God.

On September 15, 1950, she married her high school sweetheart and love of her life, Charles Blankenship and they were married for sixty-eight years. He preceded her in death in 2018.

She is also preceded in death by her parents; sister, Eula (Jack) Reynolds; and sister-in-law, Janie (Leroy) Baker.

Glendola is survived by her two sons, Greg Blankenship and Gary (Julie) Blankenship; three grandchildren, Dustin, David, and Devan Blankenship; two nephews, Larry Reynolds and Jeff (Terri) Baker; and one niece, Laura (Tom) York. She was

Funeral service will be held at Brown Dawson Flick Funeral Home, 1350 Millville Ave., Hamilton, Ohio, on Wednesday, December 29, 2021, at 12:00 noon with Rev. Alan Weaver officiating. Burial will follow at Millville Cemetery.

+2021, Batavia, Clermont Co., OH, Obituary

https://www.ecnurre.com/obituaries/Ellen-A-Blankenship?obId=23437431

Ellen A. Blankenship (nee Watkins), 62, of Batavia, Ohio, passed away on Saturday, December 18, 2021. She was born on September 19, 1959 in Cincinnati, Ohio, to the late Lela and Clint Watkins.

Ellen was the beloved and devoted wife of Donald Blankenship. She was the co-owner of Hill’s Tax and Financial Services located in Mt. Carmel, Ohio. She provided her tax expertise to the local community for the last two decades and was greatly regarded and beheld by her clientele. She was a true lady, dedicated to her husband, children, grandchildren, and friends, and she greatly loved her vacation trips with all of them.

She is survived by her sisters: Diana Marra, Janis Blackschleger (Ken), and Julie Brown; her children: Angela (Missy), Donnie (Chris), Kevin (Alicia), Eddie, and Scott (Tamara); grandchildren: Chloe, Mason, Sara, Cory, Savanah, Evan, Ryan, Mikey, Kayleigh, and Isaiah; and great-grandchildren: Dalton, Brooklyn, Jace, and Anthony. She is loved by many nieces, nephews, and other extended family members.

E. C. Nurre Funeral Home (Amelia).

+2021, Sandusky, Erie Co., OH, Obituary

https://www.pfeilfuneralhome.com/obituary/Priscilla-McCormick

Priscilla Lynne McCormick, 77, of Sandusky passed away peacefully early Tuesday morning, December 7, 2021, at her residence. She was born April 9, 1944, in Keokee, Virginia.

Lynne lived in Sandusky most of her life. Lynne was a 1962 graduate of Perkins High School and was also a graduate of Sandusky School of Practical Nursing. She was an LPN for thirty-three years, retiring from Firelands Regional Medical Center. Prior to this, she worked at the former Good Samaritan Hospital in the Psychiatric Unit. She was a member of Eagles Nest Church and was a part of the original founding members joining at the age of ten. She enjoyed serving the church as a Sunday school teacher, Deacon, and church council member and volunteering at the Humane Society of Erie County. Lynne loved spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Paul and Faye (Calton) Blankenship, and one brother, Alan Blankenship.

She is survived by her husband of 56 years, Robert A. McCormick of Sandusky; three sons, Christopher (Susan) McCormick of Santee, SC, Brian McCormick of Sandusky, and Brendan (Denise) McCormick of Lakeside; three grandchildren, Jessica (Josh) James, Jeremy McCormick, both of Sandusky, and Nora McCormick of Bellevue; three great grandchildren, Achilles James, Hazel Mae McCormick, and Ivy June McCormick; two brothers, Dennis Blankenship of Charleston, SC and Bruce Blankenship of Greenville, SC; nieces, nephews, and other relatives.

At Lynne’s request cremation has taken place. Memorial service will be at 12:00 pm, Wednesday, December 15, 2021, in the Eagles Nest Church, 2126 Pipe Street, Sandusky. Pastor Darrell Gant will officiate. Pfeil Funeral Home, Sandusky.

+2021, Grove City, Franklin Co., OH, Obituary

https://www.portertiddfuneralhome.com/obituary/jeffrey-blankenship

Jeffrey Ray Blankenship, age 33, of Grove City, Ohio, went to Heaven on Thursday, December 23, 2021 as the result of an automobile accident. Born in Columbus, Ohio at The Ohio State University Hospital.

Jeff was a huge Ohio State Buckeye fan. He was also a huge fan of the Dallas Cowboys. A multiple athlete, Jeff loved all sports and was a football and baseball player while he attended Grove City High School as a member of the 2006 Class. Jeff loved music. He loved to make people laugh. What a sense of humor he had! Jeff loved his kids and all of his family. To him, his family was always #1. Jeff was a J&L Operator with Buckeye Boxes and made many good friends there. He was proud of his work. Jeff, you will be sorely missed.

Jeff was preceded in death by his grandparents Bob & Geraldine Blankenship and Janice Haughn.

Jeff is survived by his children: Abbigail D. Blankenship, Cassius E. Grigsby, Jace L. Burns and Jameson L. Burns, father Bobby Blankenship and his wife Tina, mother Laura Blankenship and her husband Mark Tackett, his brothers and sisters: Joseph (fiancé Samantha Moore) Blankenship, Jeremy Blankenship, Sarah Holdrieth, Michael Holdrieth, Jennifer (Eric) Bassinger, Carl (Brittany) Tackett and Elizabeth Tackett, nieces Addalyn and Camry “Toyota”, grandfather Ronald Haughn, aunts and uncles: Teresa Blankenship, Chris & Karen Blankenship, Melissa Blankenship, Brett & Christina Blankenship and Karen Haughn, great-aunt Mary Beth Tackett, and many other loving relatives, co-workers and friends.

Funeral Service will be 1:00 pm, Tuesday, January 4, 2022, at the Porter-Tidd funeral home, Sterling, OH with Pastor Jim Blankenship, officiating. Burial will follow at Pleasant Cemetery, Mt. Sterling, OH.

+2021, Norwood, Hamilton Co., OH, Obituary

https://1450wlaf.com/2021/12/07/gary-w-blankenship-age-65-of-norwood-ohio/

Mr. Gary W. Blankenship, Age 65 of Norwood, Ohio passed away Sunday, December 05, 2021. Loving son of Bill Blankenship & the late Bertie Blankenship.

He was the beloved Husband of Pandora Blankenship (nee Duncan) for 44 years. Devoted Father of Brian (Tammie Gentry) & Nick (Kimberlie Dobbs) Blankenship. Cherished Grandpa of Brittany (Patrick) Mattingly, Courtney Blankenship, Austin Blankenship, Samantha Blankenship, Kevin, Alli & Caitlin Streaker. Adoring Great Grandpa of PJ Mattingly, Madyson Couch & Remington Holston. Dear Brother of Duncan Blankenship & the Late Larry (Sandra) Murray.

Funeral services will be at 7 pm, on Wednesday, December 8 at the Naegele, Kleb & Ihlendorf Funeral Home, Norwood, OH. Burial will be in the Valley View Cemetery (Elk Valley, Tennessee).

+2021, Lewisburg, Preble Co., OH, Obituary

https://www.barnesfuneralhome.com/obituaries/Roger-S-Blankenship-Sr?obId=23522645

Roger S. Blankenship, Sr., 87, of Lewisburg, Ohio, died Wednesday, December 29, 2021, at Hospice of Dayton. Born on April 29, 1934, in Montgomery County, Ohio, he was the son of the late Walter E. & Martha H. (Rice) Blankenship.

Roger retired in 1997 after 42 years with Lewisburg Container in Lewisburg. He was a 1954 Lewisburg Union High School graduate, a U.S. Army veteran, member of Libanus Lodge #80 F &AM, Grand Lodge of F. & A.M. of Ohio Camden Lodge #159, 50 plus year member of The Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons of Ohio Eaton #22, Grand Council Royal & Select Masons of Ohio - Preble Council #135, Knights Templar Eye Foundation, Inc – Valley Commandery #80 – Miamisburg, OhioJerusalem Commandery #75 of Eaton, Dayton Antioch Shrine – mounted patrol, 50 plus year member of Blue Lodge in Eaton.

Roger was active in singing in many barber shop quartets in the area and sang in the church choir as a tenor, assistant Boy Scouts leader, he showed horses and ponies for many years, member of American Legion Post #665 in West Manchester, Ohio where he served as Second Vice President, served on the Lewisburg Park Board and had coached teams over the years, worked for the Harrison Township Trustees at the cemetery and worked for Barnes Funeral Homes, Inc.

Preceded in death by Wife of 61 years: Mildred Ann (Protzman) Blankenship in 2018, Son: Robin Wayne Blankenship in 1962, Daughter-in-law: Darla Blankenship in 2012, Siblings: Janice Thomas, Walter E. Blankenship, Kenneth W. Blankenship, Bruce Gene Blankenship, Joseph H. Blankenship, Marvin A. Blankenship and Melissa Sue Norvell.

Survived by his Children: Roger S. “Bud” (Martie) Blankenship, Jr., Daniel E. “Dan” (Lisa) Blankenship, Vicki Lynn (Kip) Gilmer and Mary Ann Phelps; Siblings: Edward “Steve” Blankenship, David Blankenship, June Ellen Blankenship and Ondalea Keppel, 10 Grandchildren and 21 great grandchildren. Many nieces and nephews.

Funeral Service will be held at the convenience of the family with Rev. David O. Justis officiating. Interment with military honors by the Preble County Honor Guard will be held in Roselawn Cemetery in Lewisburg. A Public Celebration of Life will be held at a future date.

+2021, Chillicothe, Ross Co., OH, Obituary

https://www.warefh.com/obituary/VanA-Blankenship

Van A. Blankenship, 73, of Chillicothe, died 8:04 p.m. Wednesday, December 15, 2021 at his residence following an extended illness. He was born August 25, 1948, in Chillicothe, Ohio, to the late Harry and Mildred Thacker Blankenship.

Van served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. He was a retired Corrections Officer from PCI in Orient, OH and had attended the Salvation Army in Chillicothe. Van loved the great outdoors and especially enjoyed fishing, camping and hunting.

In addition to his parents, He was predeceased by a grandson, 3 brothers and a sister.

On February 21, 1970, he married the former Patricia Sherrick who survives. In addition to his wife, surviving are daughters, Melissa Horn, Terri Long, Tracy Blankenship and Michelle Blankenship, all of Chillicothe; 13 grandchildren; 16 great grandchildren with 2 more on the way; sisters, Barbara Gabor, of Michigan, Carolyn “Kay” Blankenship, of Arizona, and Mary Holdren, of Chillicothe; and many nieces and nephews.

There will be no funeral services. In keeping with his wishes, he will be cremated. Ware Funeral Home.

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+2021, Kane, McKean Co., PA, Obituary

https://www.timesobserver.com/obituaries/2021/12/terry-l-blankenship/

Terry L. Blankenship, 64, of Kane, passed away Saturday, Dec. 4, 2021, at UPMC Kane. Born Dec. 12, 1957, in Clay, WV, he was a son of the late William H. and Barbara (Bragg) Blankenship.

He was a graduate of Kane High School. He was a country and gospel music fan and was known for his wonderful smile and sparkling eyes.

He is survived by two children: Heidi (Jesus) Lehtiner of Wyoming, and Lindsey (Kyle) Haft of Texas; seven grandchildren: Alyssa, Kylie and Anastasia McCracken, Ariana Moore, Isaiah Lehtiner and Eli and Chandlier Haft; his 14 siblings: Drema Knepp of Kane, Bill (Renee) Blankenship of Johnsonburg, Carolyn (John) Bush of Clarendon, Darrell (Nancy) Blankenship of Kane, Janet (Bryce) Utt of Columbus, Ohio, Larry (Jody) Blankenship of Kane, Barbara (Ryszard) Bialach of New Castle, Del, Duane(Juanita) Blankenship of Kane, Roger (Shelia) Blankenship of Jackson, Tenn, Timothy (Jennifer) Blankenship of Kane, Steven Blankenship of Columbus, Ohio, Dennis (Connie) Blankenship of Ludlow, Tammy Mocney, Texas and Ryan Blankenship of Bradford

Funeral and committal services will be held at 11 am, Thursday, Dec. 11, 2021, at Ronald McDonald II Funeral Home, 103 S. Fraley St., Kane, PA, with the Rev. Brice Utt officiating. Burial will follow in Gibbs Hill Cemetery.

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+2021, Greenville, Greenville Co., SC, Obituary

https://www.dwswickfuneralhome.com/obituary/rusty-dale-blankenship

Rusty Dale Blankenship, 49, went to his heavenly home on December 9, 2021. Originally from Wheelersburg, OH, Rusty had resided in Greenville, SC for the past 18 months.

Rusty was saved as a young child and baptized by Reverend Jim Conkey. He was a member of Union Freewill Baptist Church and loved singing specially requested songs for the congregation. One dear saint requested nearly every service for Rusty to sing “I Can’t Even Walk (Without You Holding My Hand)”.

Rusty had a heart of gold, a smile to light up the room and the best hugs ever. Rusty loved kids, and they loved him as he was a big kid himself! Because he loved playing on the floor, talking like Donald Duck or acting like he was eating all the fishing worms, Rusty was known as the “fun uncle” by his nieces and nephew. Rusty loved to fish as you could find him at any fishing hole in the area with his sidekick Gracie to unhook the fish and throw them back in the water.

Rusty’s love for baseball began when the neighborhood kids would come together to play. He had many coaches over the 12 years he played the sport. His dad was his coach for many years along with Jim Carver, Steve Ellis, Rick Miller, Paul Wesney, Rookie Fannin and Jack Branon.

Football was also important to Rusty. His dad and Rick Miller coached him in pee wee, his dad, Rick and Ken Massie in junior high, Mike Schmidt and Ron Bailey as a freshman and then legendary Coach Ed Miller, Larry Hall, Jim Gill and Coach Schmidt led Rusty’s 1989 Wheelersburg HS team to a perfect 14-0 record and a state championship. These men were highly influential in Rusty’s life, and his love for youth sports were a result of their investment in him. In his brother’s own words, “Rusty loved, loved, loved pee wee football and coaching youth sports. He was always smiling, was serious about nothing and nearly everything was a joke. But if you messed with someone he loved, you were in trouble.”

Although Rusty faced many challenges as an adult, we choose to focus on the love, joy, and laughter he created for those who knew him. Rusty was in a good place when he transitioned to his heavenly home, and for that we are thankful. The words below are from a favorite song Rusty sang as a child.

Rusty was preceded in death by his grandparents, Elmer and Gladys Porter as well as Bill and Eloise Blankenship.

He is survived by his daughter Gracie Kay Blankenship of Huntington, WV, parents Bill Blankenship of Wheelersburg and Peggy Porter and Don Schmeisser of Burlington, KY, brothers Ben (Amy) of Lafayette, IN and Jeffry (Brittany) of Burlington, KY, stepbrother Craig Schmeisser (Angela) of New Bremen, OH and stepsister Sherri Gurnow (Greg) of Labadie, MO, nieces and nephews Morgan, Olivia, Alexandra, Skylie and Kai, Megan and Ryan, Corey and Clarissa. Many aunts, uncles, cousins (Chris, Jody, Mandy, Jenny, Kim, Jimmy, Kathi, Johnny, Carl Melvin, Michael, Robbie, Tracy, Mark, Chris and Lee Ann) and friends who are too numerous to list.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 am, on Friday, December 17, 2021, at D. W. Swick Funeral Home in Wheelersburg with interment at Sunset Memorial Gardens. Pastor Joe Van Meter will be officiating the funeral services.

+2021, Little River, Horry Co., SC, Obituary

https://www.msfh.net/obituary/William-Blankenship

William C. Blankenship, 75, of Little River SC, passed away at home and went to be with our Lord and Savior on Monday 12/27/2021 after his fight with Wegener’s GPA. William “Bill” was born on May 11, 1946 to Claude & Myrtle (Rowe) Blankenship in Huntington WV,

Bill graduated from Wayne High School in Wayne WV in 1966. He married his beautiful bride, Sharon Perdue in 1967 and then after years of changes they remarried in 2019. As he began his 30 year career with Pepsi Cola he was drafted into the Army and honorably served from April 1969 to October 1970. He later retired from Pilot as a fuel tank driver.

Bill was known by many from his love of sports, coaching little league and senior league baseball and simply taking care of the fields he once coached. He also had a love for playing golf with his friends and spending time with his family. He was always joking around and if you were picked on, then you knew he liked you. He attended Today’s Harvest Church in North Myrtle Beach, SC.

Bill was preceded in death by his father, Claude, his mother, Myrtle, sisters Eloise, Joan and Wilma Jean.

Bill is survived by his loving wife, Sharon of Little River SC, his son Todd and wife Lisa of Florence SC and his daughter Michele and husband Mark of Hubert NC. Two grandchildren, Kayla and husband Isaiah of Mocksville NC and Carter of Mocksville NC. His sister Rita Mae of OH, sister Janith of KY, brother Sam of WV, brother Robie of OH, sister Joyce of WV, brother Randy of KS, brother Donnie of WV and brother Kevin of WV.

Family and Friends are invited to attend A Celebration of Life Service at McMillan-Small Funeral Home, 910 67th Ave N Myrtle Beach, SC 29572 on Friday January 7, 2022 at 4pm.

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+2021, Humboldt, Gibson Co., TN, Obituary

https://www.sheltonfuneralhomes.com/obituary/jane-blankenship-humboldt-tn

Jane Katherine Blankenship age 96, October 7, 1925 - December 24, 2021, Humboldt, TN

Ms. Blankenship, a retired production worker at Wayne Knitting Mill and faithful member of the First Baptist Church in Humboldt for over 70 years, passed away on Friday, December 24, 2021 at her home.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 61 years, J. T. Blankenship; sons Ted Blankenship and Jackie Blankenship; parents Finis and Rena Milam; sisters, Mildred Williams, Sue Bell and Ruth McDaniel; and brothers, Alton Milam, J.W. Milam, Rev. Guy Milam, Rev. Jerry Milam and Otis Milam.

Mrs. Blankenship is survived by a daughter, J. D. Blankenship; son, Jim Blankenship (Elna); daughter-in-law, Mrs. Ted Blankenship; five grandchildren, eleven great grandchildren and seven nieces and fourteen nephews.

Funeral services will be held at 2 pm, on Wednesday, December 29, 2021, in the Church at Sugar Creek with Dr. Greg McFadden officiating. Burial will follow in Rose Hill Cemetery. Shelton-Hunt Funeral Home.

+2021, Loudon, Loudon Co., TN, Obituary

https://www.mcgillclick.com/obituaries/Becky-Blankenship?obId=23534150

Rebecca Winona (Poole) Blankenship “Becky”, 70 [February 18, 1951], of Loudon, passed away Friday, December 31, 2021, at the Fort Loudoun Medical Center following a 20 year battle with Parkinson’s Disease.

Becky was a member of Central Baptist Church in Loudon; she was dedicated to helping with the Children’s ministries and especially enjoyed Gail’s Sunday school class. She spent more than 20 years working with kindergarten students at Steekee Elementary school, and retired due to her illness. Becky enjoyed people of all ages; she could often be found sitting on her front porch, talking to friends and neighbors and waving to people as they passed by. Becky was an avid sports fan; she could be seen cheering on her husband and grandchildren in whatever sport they played, and she loved the Tennessee Vols. Mostly, Becky loved being surrounded by her family and friends, spending time visiting, and having family game nights.

Becky is preceded in death by her parents, Willard and Thelma (Green) Poole; and brother, Dennis Poole.

She is survived by her loving and devoted husband of 51 years, Dickie Blankenship; daughters, Wendy (Bobby) Smithers, Nikki (Craig) Richesin; bonus daughter, Emily (Jeremy) Lorenz; grandchildren, Brook (Patrick) Purdy, Bailey (Hooch) Hope; bonus grandchildren, Tucker and Rylee Kate Lorenz; great-grandchildren, Andy Hope and Ellie Purdy; brother, Wayne (Carol) Poole of Cleveland; bonus family, The McNabb’s; long time caregiver and special friend, Marie Anderson; several nieces and nephews; lots of special friends and loving neighbors.

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2021, Lewisville, Denton Co., TX, Obituary

https://www.dequeenbee.com/obituaries/obituary-mr-shane-blankenship/article_eafc8374-578f-11ec-9fd8-33c9b24c9380.html

Mr. Shane Eugene Blankenship, age 24, a resident of Lewisville, Texas, passed away Sunday, December 5, 2021, in Lewisville.

The complete obituary will be posted in the days to come.

Funeral Services will be held at 2:00 pm, Saturday, December 11, 2021, in the Chandler Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Duane Alspaw officiating. Burial will follow at Coulter Memorial Gardens in Lockesburg.

+2021, Lewisville, Denton Co., TX, Obituary

https://www.chandlerfuneral.com/obituary/shane-blankenship

Shane Eugene Blankenship, age 24, a resident of Lewisville, Texas went to be with the Lord on Sunday, December 5, 2021, in Lewisville. He was born on June 26, 1997, in De Queen, Arkansas, to Shannon Blankenship and Lee Ann (Ferguson) Thrasher.

Shane was a graduate of De Queen High School in De Queen, Arkansas. While in High School, Shane was a member of the Archery Team and won numerous awards. He continued his education at CCC U of A. Shane was an entrepreneur, starting with his photography business, Point Blank Photography, and then Lost and Found Collectives. Lost and Found Collectives was his most recent adventure and passion. It was a refurbishing business that he was very enthusiastic about. The business started with a vision to take discarded and broken pieces and transform them into masterpieces. Shane’s creativity led him to many adventures in life. Shane excelled with design and planning events. He could find the beauty in everything. Shane had the ability to make something wonderful out of nothing.

Shane had a beautiful spirit, a heart of gold, and was always ready to receive and give love. He was ready to help others in any situation. Shane will always be remembered for his contagious laughter, great hugs, and ability to console and reach others. Not only did he have a love for people, he had a love for animals, He rescued many, including his beloved dog, Lou Lou. She was his companion and friends for years. Shane was previously a member of the Sevier County Humane Society.

Shane liked to cook, draw, hike, play video games, the outdoors, and spending time with his family and

He was preceded in death by his grandmother, Marilyn Ferguson, and great-grandparents, Harold Eugene Blankenship, Sam Stuart, Bill Ferguson, William Branson, and Estalee Branson.

friends.

Shane leaves to cherish his memory his father, Shannon Blankenship and wife Charlotte Blankenship, of De Queen, Arkansas; his mother, Lee Ann Thrasher and husband Galen Thrasher, of Lockesburg, Arkansas; his brother, Garrett Dixon of Lockesburg, Arkansas; his fiancé Victoria Batson and soon-to-be baby girl, Noa Estelle Blankenship, of Lewisville, Texas; his grandparents, Steve and Debbie Blankenship of De Queen, Arkansas, and Gary and Cynthia Ferguson of Garvin, Oklahoma; great-grandmothers, Alice Stuart of Modesto, California, Evadene Blankenship of Oakdale, California, and Valda Jo Ferguson of De Queen, Arkansas; uncles and aunts, Jason Blankenship of De Queen, Arkansas, Jeremy and Sammi Gibbs of Lockesburg, Arkansas, Jessie and Sara Turner of Kemp, Texas, Ryan and Stacie Evans of Valliant, Oklahoma, and Melissa Patrick of De Queen, Arkansas; cousins, Justin Blankenship of Yukon, Oklahoma, Jacob Blankenship of Yukon, Oklahoma, Trevor Blankenship of De Queen, Arkansas, Stevieah and Jesson Turner of Kemp, Texas, Jaxon and Jagger Gibbs of Lockesburg, Arkansas, Kalin Smith of Valliant, Oklahoma, Joseph Bailey Watkins of Durant, Oklahoma, and Ryder Evans of Valliant, Oklahoma; as well as other countless family members and friends.

+2021, Joaquin, Shelby Co., TX, Obituary

http://www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com/obituary/roe-belrose

Roe Belrose, 82, of Joaquin, passed away Thursday, December 23, 2021, in Shreveport, [Caddo Parish] Louisiana. Born August 10, 1939, in Shelby County, Roe is the son of Lloyd Carlton Belrose and Cecil Willoughby Belrose.

He retired from iron work and was able to pursue his hobbies of fishing and traveling. Roe loved going to church. He was a founding member and President of the Board of Joaquin First Pentecostal Church.

Preceded in death by wife, Mary Belrose; parents, Lloyd Carlton Belrose and Cecil Willoughby Belrose; grandchild, Augustus Belrose; brothers, Ray Belrose and J. E. Belrose; sisters, Hersey Porter and Lorene Belrose.

He is survived by his children, Wayne Belrose and wife Sonya of Center, Chris Belrose and wife Amanda of Center, Kenneth Blankenship and wife Tabitha of Chireno, Tuffy Blankenship and wife Lesa of Logansport, Louisiana, and Cathy Myers and husband Wesley of Center; grandchildren, Crystal and Heith Harper, Ammie and Stoney Rice, Chris Capps, Kelly and Mike Hudman, Cody Belrose, Colton and Cassie Belrose, Cadey Belrose, Bill Belrose, Tyler Belrose, Gloria Belrose, Naomi Belrose, Casen Belrose, Traven Belrose, Madison Belrose, Keyson Belrose, Madeline Myers and fiancé Brett Clark, Tanner Myers, Taylor Myers, Dusty Blankenship, and Michael Blankenship and Molly; and 14 great grandchildren.

Funeral service will be held 2:00 pm, Wednesday, December 29, 2021, at Joaquin First Pentecostal Church with Bro. Eric Garrett, Sister Melba Rodgers, and Bro. Derek Lightfoot officiating. Interment will follow at Brandon Memorial Cemetery in Shelby County. Pallbearers will be Colton Belrose, Cody Belrose, Clay Fleming, Michael Blankenship, Tanner Myers, and Kaleb Woolf. Honorary pallbearers will be Jimmy Snider, Buddy McGowin, George Warren, and Jerry Fleming. Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center

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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 in Staunton

+2021, Evington, Campbell Co., VA, Obituary

https://tharpfuneralhome.com/funeralpress/jennifer-blankenship-layne/5155/www.griefshare.org/

Jennifer Blankenship Layne, 47, of Evington, VA, died Sunday, December 19, 2021. She was the loving wife of David Layne for 24 years. She was born in December 1974, in Lynchburg, VA, a daughter of David Blankenship and the late Ruth Turner Blankenship.

Jennifer was an educator with Classical Conversations for many years and was a member of Langhorne Chapel Community Church.

Jennifer was also preceded in death by her mother, Ruth Turner Blankenship, her stepmother, Lillian Blankenship, and her brother, Scott Blankenship.

In addition to her husband and father, she is survived by her children, Johnathan Layne (Kristian), Christine, Daniel, and Sabrina Layne; grandson, Jackson Layne; brothers, Brian and Mark Blankenship; stepbrother, Ricky Blankenship and stepsister, Brittany Blankenship.

A celebration of Jennifer’s life will be conducted at 2:00 pm, on Thursday, December 23, 2021, at Langhorne Chapel Community Church with Pastor Dwight Weaver officiating. Interment will follow in Tree of Life Cemetery, Altavista. Tharp Funeral Home, Lynchburg.

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+2021, Grays Harbor, Grays Harbor Co., WA, Obituary

https://harrisonfamilymortuary.com/book-of-memories/4808187/Blankenship-Stuart/index.php?FILogin=1

Loving father Stuart Gray Blankenship, Jr., passed away at home Friday December 17, 2021. He was born to Stuart Gray Blankenship, Sr. and Thelma Martin on September 20, 1937 in Richmond, Virginia.

Gray was raised in Moseley, Virginia. He moved to Grays Harbor in February 2020. He graduated with his Masters degree in Aerospace Engineering and went on to work for Boeing as an Aerospace engineer for 40+ years. He retired in 2012. He kept himself busy throughout his life.

Gray is preceded in death by his brother, Robert Blankenship.

Gray is survived by his daughters Karen Blankenship from Oakville, Washington and Linda Gale Hulse of Juneau, Alaska; brothers Dale Blankenship of Virginia, and Robert Blankenship of Granite City, Illinois; and sister Ellen Blankenship of Virginia; grandchildren Martin Andrew, Sarah Ann, Nick Dehart, and Kayla Whitworth; as well as 4 great grandchildren.

Harrison Family Mortuary of Aberdeen

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+2021, Williamsburg, Greenbrier Co., WV, Obituary

https://www.morganfh.net/obituary/leula-blankenship

Leula Underwood Blankenship, 82 of Williamsburg, WV passed away Wednesday, January 5, 2022, at Beckley ARH. Born January 8, 1939, in Renick, WV she was the daughter of the late Woodrow Wilson Underwood and Margie Reed Underwood.

Leula was a homemaker. She enjoyed her flowers, cooking, canning, and spending time with her family.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of fifty-four years, Alva William “Rocky” Blankenship, two sons, David and Michael, a daughter, Patricia, sister Denia Cunningham and three brother, Kenneth, George, and Johnnie Underwood.

Surviving left to cherish her memory include two sisters, Mary Jeffries of PA and Regina Hawkins of PA, daughter, Hilda Wilburn (Ronald) of Daniels, WV, six sons, Alva Blankenship (Cindy) of Maxwelton, WV, Melvin Blankenship (Loretta) of Williamsburg, WV, Carl Blankenship (April) of Williamsburg, WV, Jimmy Blankenship (Laura) of Union, WV, Bobby Blankenship (Kathy) of Union, WV, Dennis Blankenship of Williamsburg, WV, seven grandchildren, nine great grandchildren, one great-great grandchild, twenty-one step grandchildren, several nieces, and nephews.

Funeral service will be 11:00 am, Tuesday, January 11, 2022, at the Morgan Funeral Home Chapel – 252 Montvue Drive, Lewisburg, WV with Pastor Marshall Cochran officiating. Burial will follow in the Andrew Chapel UMC Cemetery, Williamsburg, WV.

+2021, Ripley, Jackson Co., WV, Obituary

https://www.waybrightfuneralhome.com/obituaries/Clara-Judy--Blankenship?obId=23301410

Clara “Judy” Blankenship, 71, of Ripley passed away Friday, December 3, 2021 at Cabell Huntington Hospital. She was born September 29, 1950 in Ripley a daughter of the late Denny and Delphia Rhodes Casto.

Judy worked at Kroger and Shoney’s for many years and would always greet you with a smile and have a kind word to say. She enjoyed spending time with her family and enjoyed watching her granddaughter in all her activities. She also enjoyed fishing. Judy was very involved in church and was a faithful member of the Mercy Baptist Church.

In addition to her parents Judy was preceded in death by infant twin sons Travis Allen and Robert Layton Blankenship and a brother, Robert Casto.

Judy is survived by her husband of 52 years, Allen Blankenship; children Daniel Brian Blankenship and Linda Belle Blankenship; granddaughter Alyssa Belle Blankenship; great-granddaughter Kennady Belle Sheets; brothers Billy and John Casto.

A funeral service to celebrate Judy’s life will be held 2 pm, Saturday, December 11, 2021, at Waybright Funeral Home, Ripley with Pastor Bradley Goodwin officiating. Burial will follow in the Creston Cemetery, Evans.

+2021, Justice, Mingo Co., WV, Obituary

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

Judy Karren Blankenship, 69 of Justice, departed this life on Thursday, December 30, 2021 from Logan Regional Medical Center. Born on July 11, 1952 in Fayette County, she was the daughter of the late Carl Edward and Opal Elizabeth (Bays) Walker.

Karren enjoyed shopping, she was an avid watcher of the Yellowstone series, she also enjoyed murder mysteries. She loved to vacation in Tennessee and spend time with her family and friends. She was of the Pentecostal Faith.

In addition to her parents, she is also preceded in death by her husband: Billy Con Blankenship; brother: Lindale Walker.

Those left to love and cherish her memory and to mourn her loss are her sons: Billy Ray (Kim) Blankenship of Justice, and Chad (Telesa) Blankenship of Jefferson City, TN; her grandsons: Jeremy (Nikki) Blankenship of Florida, Aaron Blankenship, and Chaz Blankenship, both of Justice; granddaughter: Kelli Blankenship of Kentucky; brother: George (Pat) Walker of Virginia; close friend: Sharon Blankenship of Justice. She also leaves behind a host of nieces, nephews, and other dear relatives and friends.

Friends may gather with the family Monday, January 3, 2022 from 6:00 till 9:00 pm at the Mounts Funeral Home Chapel where funeral services will commence at 7:00 pm with Rev. Homer Blankenship, Jr., officiating. To honor her request, she will be cremated.

2021, Midway, Raleigh Co., WV, Obituary

https://ritchieandjohnson.com/obituaries/mr-bernard-blankenship/

Mr. Bernard Blankenship, 74, of Midway, WV died Friday, December 31, 2021.

Arrangements entrusted to Ritchie & Johnson Funeral Parlor, Beckley.

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

https://www.johnsontillerfuneralhome.com/obituary/AudreyBo-Blankenship

Audrey “Bo” Blankenship, 85 of Wayne, WV passed away Friday, December 31, 2021, at 12:14 pm, following an extended illness. Born March 3, 1936, in Beech Fork, WV, to the late Andy and Vesta Blankenship.

Bo retired from Artistic Chemical and Service Warehouse in Huntington, as well as being a member of Wolf Pen Church of Christ where he served as a deacon.

Also preceding him in death was his first loving wife of 51 years, Lois Johnson Blankenship; brothers Arthur Blankenship, and Toney Blankenship; one son Audrey Lee; and one granddaughter Laureena Runyon.

Survivors include, his wife Ada Watts Blankenship; sons, Eddie (Janet) Blankenship, and Mike (Rhonda) Blankenship; step-sons Chuck (Angie) Watts and Joe (Amy) Watts; granddaughter Dianna Sue (Chad) Evans; grandsons Eric (Jacqueline), David, and Kyle (Ashley); great- grandchildren Colt, Cooper, Madden, Brayden, Brantley, and Gabby; step-grandchildren Jess (Matt) Lafoon, Chelsea (Matt) Hall, Tucker Watts, Hunter Watts, and Jami Lyn Watts; and step-great-grandchildren Addie, Ellie, Gracy, and Gunner. Also surviving are sisters Maxine, Catherine, Marlene, and Evelyn; and a host of nieces, nephews, family and friends.

Graveside services will be at 1 pm, Thursday, January 6, 2022, at Community Memorial Gardens with Elder Emual Adkins officiating. Johnson Tiller Funeral Home.