Mildred Louise Blankinship

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+2022, Alabaster, Shelby Co., AL, Obituary

https://obits.al.com/us/obituaries/birmingham/name/annie-blankenship-obituary?id=32271529

Annie Elois Blankenship, age 94, of Alabaster, passed away on January 16, 2022.

Mrs. Blankenship is preceded in death by her husbands: Robert H. Long, Jr. and Thurman Blankenship; son: Gaylon Long; and granddaughter: Shana Peeples.

She is survived by her children: Freida Peeples, and Cindy Thomas; step-son: Dennis "Bo" Blankenship (Judy); step-daughter: Glenda Payne; 7 granddaughters; 4 grandsons; 12 great granddaughters; 13 great grandsons; and 2 great-great granddaughters.

The graveside service will be at 2:00 pm, Tuesday, January 18, 2022, at Jefferson Memorial Gardens in Hoover. Bolton Funeral Home Columbiana, AL.

+2022, Vincent, Shelby Co., AL, Obituary

https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/pell-city-al/jack-blankenship-10526538

Jack Clayton Blankenship, age 85, of Vincent, Alabama passed away on Tuesday, January 11, 2022. Jack was born July 30, 1936 to Augustus and Myrtle (Mize) Blankenship.

Jack was a veteran of the US Air Force and also retired from the Homewood Fire Department after 25 years of service.

Jack was preceded in death by his parents and his siblings, 5 brothers and 2 sisters.

Jack is survived by his wife of 62 years, Eloise (Howard) Blankenship; his daughter, Fran Cash (Ervin); his granddaughter, Lauren Ortigara (Dominic), his great granddaughter, Olivia Stella Ortigara and numerous nieces and nephews.

A graveside service (open to the public) for Jack will be held at 1:00 pm, Friday, January 14, 2022, at Beulah Baptist Cemetery, 49484 AL Hwy 25, Sterrett, AL, with military honors.

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+2022, Tucson, Pima Co., AZ, Obituary

https://bringfuneralhome.com/tribute/details/232450/Pamela-Blankinship/obituary.html

Pamela Sue Blankinship, 1950 - 2021

Funeral Service, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm, Thursday, January 13, 2022, Bring's Broadway Chapel, 6910 East Broadway Boulevard, Tucson, Arizona.

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+2022, Peoria, Peoria Co., IL, Obituary

https://www.pjstar.com/obituaries/pils0140461

David Tobias Blankenship, 96, of Peoria, IL, went to be with the Lord on Friday, January 21, 2022, at UnityPoint Health-Methodist in Peoria. He was born on December 20, 1925, to Lester Blankenship and Grace (Hasty) Blankenship of East Peoria, Illinois.

David was a WWII Veteran of the U.S. Navy and served on the USS Corundum and USS Arvetta. He retired from Butternut Bakery (Interstate Brands) after reaching retirement age. He was a very hardworking man, faithful husband and good father. He loved taking care of his yard, playing cards and visiting with his family.

He married Grace Elizabeth Pethick on July 4, 1946, after returning home from World War II. Together they raised seven children, Sharon (Gary) Moushon of Speer, Illinois, David J. (Mabel) Blankenship of Bellevue, Illinois, Peggy (Jim) Maddox of Farmington, Missouri, Carol (Dennis) Harper of Lewistown, Illinois, Deborah (Patrick) Ruder of Groveland, Illinois, Connie Riley of Alvarado, Texas, and Becky Hoffman of Creve Coeur, Illinois.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his only son, David J. Blankenship, who was also a Veteran from the Vietnam War; three brothers; and five sisters.

He is survived by his loving wife of 75 years, Grace; six daughters; fourteen grandchildren; thirty great-grandchildren; and six great-great-grandchildren.

Private funeral services will be provided by Mason Funeral Home in Germantown Hills, with a memorial service for family members only on Friday, January 28, 2022. Burial will be in Fondulac Township Cemetery in East Peoria, IL.

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+2022, Mishawaka, St. Joseph Co., IN, Obituary

https://www.palmerfuneralhomes.com/obituary/Helen-Blankenship

Helen Eileen Blankenship, 95, of Mishawaka, IN passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 12, 2022 at home surrounded by her loving family. She was born on August 27, 1926 in Wabash, IN to the late Edgar Hunt and Gladys (Razer) Hunt Powell.

On June 23, 1945 in Wabash, Helen married Dr. Houston B. Blankenship, who preceded her in death on September 8, 1990.

Helen’s priority in life was always her family. She and Houston raised their children in Monticello, IN where Dr. Blankenship practiced as a chiropractor. Upon his retirement and the arrival of their grandchildren, Helen and Houston moved to Lafayette, IN, Ft. Wayne, IN and lastly, Granger, IN, which was a testament to their dedication to being near family. Houston and Helen were almost always seen together and loved ballroom dancing, both at the country club and at parties hosted in their home.

Helen moved to The Forest in Mishawaka nearly 25 years ago, where she enjoyed being a board member of The Forest Condominium Association, serving as president for many years. Helen maintained an active social life and was an avid and competitive bridge player, belonging to several clubs.

Helen was a strong and determined woman with a quick wit whose unwavering faith in Jesus Christ helped her to endure years of chronic pain. Helen fully accepted God’s will for her life. In her final days she talked about her lifetime of prayers with Jesus. She enjoyed her daily devotionals, listening to old hymns and reading the Bible, which she had read nearly seven times. She loved her family more than anything. Her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren were the lights of her life. She shared countless times how blessed she felt for her life, and about the peace she had found knowing she would soon meet Jesus and be reunited with loved ones. We rejoice in knowing she is no longer in pain and that she is with her Lord and Savior.

Helen loved and cared for her dear pets. Most recently, her Maltese, Paulyanna, was a constant companion for the last thirteen years until she passed away in December.

Helen was preceded in death by her parents, Edgar Hunt and Gladys (Razer) Hunt Powell; her husband, Houston Blankenship; and her sister, Ann Halderman.

Helen is survived by her son, Dr. Steven Blankenship (Dr. Victoria Sisco) of Grand Junction, MI, her daughter, Susan (Bruce) Bennett of Granger, IN; three grandchildren, Sara (David) Brodzinski of Granger, IN, Dr. Rebecca (Andrew) Katovsich of Cassopolis, MI, and Joshua (Victoria) Bennett of Granger, IN; three great-grandchildren, Tyler Brodzinski, Fiona Brodzinski and Elliot Bennett; and nieces, Lori Halderman VerMaas of Wabash, IN, and Roxanne Halderman Meeks of Owens Cross Roads, AL.

Private services for the family will be held. Burial will take place at Gardens of Memory Cemetery in Marion, IN.

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+2022, Belleville, RepublicCo., KS, Obituary

https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/239627440/cleo-jerldeen-sublett

The Belleville Telescope, January 20, 2022

Cleo B. Sublett, the daughter of Tom Blankenship and Lillie (Runyon) Blankenship, was born May 21, 1935 in Pikeville, KY and died January 10, 2022 at Republic County Hospital, Belleville, Kansas at the age of 86 years, seven months and 19 days.

She graduated from Pikeville KY High School. She married Horace "Alvin" Sulett on November 24, 1970 and to this union was born: Ivan and Angela.

She worked for the local telephone company, later A.T.& T. She began as an operator and later retired after 32 years as a sales representative. The family made their home in the Bedford VA for many years. They moved to Belleville, KS to be near family in recent years.

She was preceded in death by her husband H. Alvin Sublett in 2014; sister, Anna Lou Lafferty; brothers: Thomas, Willis, Oliver "Odd", Morris Glen "Glendale, James Wesley, and Willie Blankenship; and her parents, Tom and Lillie Blankenship.

She is survived by her son, Ivan Sublett of Scandia, KS; one daughter, Angela Marie Sublett of Belleville; two grandchildren.

A family inurnment service will be at the Belleville Cemetery

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+2022, Weeksbury, Floyd Co., KY, Obituary

https://www.nelsonfrazierfuneralhome.com/obituaries/Eric--Gene-Blankenship-?obId=23912934

Eric Gene Blankenship, age 42 of Weeksbury, Kentucky, passed away on Thursday, January 20, 2022 at Pikeville Medical Center, Pikeville, Kentucky. He was born October 18, 1979 in Floyd County, Kentucky to Judy Pennington Blankenship of Weeksbury, Kentucky and the late Ranny Blankenship.

Along with his father he was preceded in death by his brother: Billy Blankenship.

He was the husband of Jessica Petty Blankenship. He was the son-in-law of Bill Petty.

Along with his wife, mother and son-in-law he is survived by his Sons: Easton Blankenship, Bryan Newsome & Tyler Newsome all of Weeksbury, Kentucky; Daughters: Emberleigh Blankenship, Haley Blankenship & Ashley Blankenship all of Weeksbury, Kentucky; Brothers: Justin Blankenship of Ligon, Kentucky, Robbie Blankenship of Winchester, Kentucky& Jamie Blankenship of Lexington, Kentucky; Sister: Tammy Blankenship of Lexington, Kentucky. He will be missed by all that knew and loved him.

Funeral Services will be held at 12 noon, on Tuesday, February 8, 2022, at Ligon Freewill Baptist Church, Ligon, Kentucky with Josh Hall, Jeremy Lucas & Matt Bryant. Burial will follow at Blankenship Family Cemetery, Ligon, Kentucky

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+2022, Swartz Creek, Genesee Co., MI, Obituary

https://www.sharpfuneralhomes.com/obituary/Mildred-Blankenship

Mildred Lee Blankenship, - Age 83, of Swartz Creek, passed away January 29, 2022, peacefully at home. She was born October 28, 1938 in Kimball, West Virginia, the daughter of Millard and Virginia (Harris) Parsons.

Mildred married Elmer L. Blankenship on September 14, 1957 in West Virginia. She was a member of Crossroads Temple in Flint where she served as the church pianist. She was a homemaker and enjoyed cooking and sewing. Mildred loved all of her children.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Elmer; son, Alvin; daughters, Karen and Sherrie; and grandson, Aaron.

She is survived by two daughters, Debi (Chris) McGlashen and Pamela (Neil) Crafts; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren; siblings, Luci (Bob) Sharp, Shirley (Clarence) Tickle, Junior Parsons, Curtis (Brenda) Parsons, Che Chee (Roger) Tickle; several nieces and nephews.

Funeral Services will be held 12:00 pm, Tuesday, February 1, 2022, at Sharp Funeral Homes, Miller Road Chapel, 8138 Miller Road, Swartz Creek. Pastor Dan Blankenship officiating. Burial will follow at 3:00 PM in Indianfields Cemetery in Caro.

+2022, Petersburg, Monroe Co., MI, Obituary

https://www.monroenews.com/obituaries/ppet0138179

Sharon Blankenship, age 84 [1938], of Petersburg, MI passed away peacefully January 18, 2022 of natural causes.

The world lost a one-of-a-kind lady. In her long, but still too short life, Sharon touched many hearts. She met the love of her life, Gary, in first grade. He caught her eye while in class together and sealed the deal by putting bubble gum in her long, braided hair. They reconnected when in high school and were together for 64 years, sharing many of life’s ups and a few downs.

Sharon was a lifelong educator, beginning her career as an elementary school teacher in the Kalamazoo, area, then relocating to Bedford Public Schools where she taught several elementary grades, became a reading specialist and earned a Master’s degree in school psychology. She finished her career as a school psychologist at Washington Local (Ohio) Schools from which she retired.

After retiring, Sharon wrote children’s stories, volunteered as a CASA, and promoted rescuing her favorite breed of dog, Weimaraners. Working with local rescue groups, she fostered and found forever homes for dozens of them. Her love for dogs led her to volunteer at Humane Ohio where she most enjoyed comforting pets as they awoke from anesthesia. Sharon enjoyed attending Silver Sneakers classes at the YMCA with her friends, The Goddesses. She was an avid reader and would lovingly share her books with anyone who didn’t mind the occasional coffee stain or cookie crumb.

Sharon had a big heart, a big sense of humor, and an even bigger love of coffee. She would most likely spill some on you if you were near her when she had coffee in hand. Her favorite place to meet friends was Starbucks, where she would order a “tall blonde,” causing nearby heads to turn. Surely local coffee shops will miss her almost as much as her family.

Sharon was a gifted baker, specializing in apple and pumpkin pies. That being the extent of her cooking skills, she believed in overcooking most food until it was charred beyond recognition. She was notorious for serving her family UFOs = unidentified frying objects. It quickly motivated her children to learn to cook for themselves. If anyone would like a copy of her recipes, we would suggest you rethink that request.

She was preceded in death by her parents, and an infant sister.

Sharon Blankenship is survived by her husband, Gary, sons Dan and Dennis, daughter Daneen, grandchildren, Shannon, Jeffrey, Britney, Nik, Quill, Ian and great-grandson, Arthur.

The family will hold a private celebration of life at a later date.

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+2022, Poplar Bluff, Butler Co., MO, Obituary

https://www.legacy.com/amp/obituaries/batesville/201176790

Ulysses Soloman “Boy” Blankinship, Jr., the son of the late Ulysses Soloman and Mary Lucille Neal Blankinship, was born on August 13, 1966, in Dexter, MO. Mr. Blankinship died January 18, 2022, in Poplar Bluff, MO, at the age of 55 years.

On May 10, 1997, in Malden, he was united in marriage to Kimberly Dawn Walker. She survives.

Boy was a loving husband, father and popop. He was active in the community and enjoyed coaching little league baseball for 30 years in Parma and Malden. While he'd often say we had papers on 8 kids, he was a dad to many, many more. He had a love of animals, particularly horses. He taught his boys to ride rough stock and Jessi to barrel race and pole bend. He was his children's biggest fan. He taught them all to drive with his steady calm demeanor. He recently began substitute teaching and had found his new calling. He was a role model to many. He also often said 'Kim we can't save 'em all but we can do what we can to make a difference' He was a man of his word. He took excellent care of his mom until her passing, as he'd promised his dad he would. He was a great friend to many. A phone call was he needed, and he would be there. He was a Christian. He often would tell his wife she understood the scripture better than him, but he knew what was right, and he lived by it. He touched many lives, and he made a difference in all of them.

Survivors include his wife, Kimberly Blankinship of Malden; 3 daughters, Kastenny Walker of Malden, Hilary Williams (Timothy) of Gideon, MO, and Jessica Jo Blankinship of the home; 6 sons, Ryan Blankinship (Kristy), Aaron Blankinship (Natasia), Joshua Jones, Drew Blankinship, Brandon Peters and Dusty Waller (Paige) all of Malden; 5 grandchildren, Lorelei, David, Aidan, Asher and Olivia; 2 more on the way, 1 brother; Lowell Shelby, 2 sisters; Sharon Duncan (Roy), Myrtle Lee Hendrix (Dennis) and a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral services will be conducted on Saturday, January 22, 2022, at Bradshaw Funeral Home in Malden.

+2022, Neosho, Newton Co., MO, Obituary

https://www.koamnewsnow.com/ange-richardson-blankenship/

Ange Ellen (Blankenship) Richards, 51, Neosho, MO passed into eternal rest January 5, 2022 at her home in rural Neosho after a sudden illness. She was born June 21, 1970 in Neosho, MO the daughter of Dowell and Donna (Brown) Blankenship.

Ange was a 1988 graduate of Seneca High School. Ange formerly worked as a secretary at Crowder College. She loved to Read, work with her hands and keeping in touch with her family and friends by calling them often. Ange attended Swars Prairie Church of Christ.

Ange was preceded in death by her father Dowell Blankenship.

Ange is survived by her mother, Donna Blankenship; two daughters Sarah Richards and Rachel Richards; one brother Randy Blankenship and a host of friends.

The body has been taken for cremation under the direction of Campbell-Biddlecome Funeral Home, Seneca, MO.

+2022, Licking, Texas Co., MO, Obituary

https://www.thelickingnews.com/2022/01/17/obituary-fredrick-blankenship/

Fredrick Blankenship, 83, passed away January 15, 2022. He was the son of James Calvin Blankenship and Agnes Rachel Lawson “Skidmore” Blankenship, and was born March 27, 1938, at Success, MO. Due to the death of his mother at a very young age, he was raised by his maternal aunt Martha “Lawson” Blankenship and her first and second husbands, Dan Blankenship and Henry Blankenship, along with Dan and Martha’s daughters, Mandy, Dorothy and Eunice.

On July 18, 1958, he was married to May Shepherd and to this union, one son, Bradley was born.

Fredrick was drafted into the Army during the Cuban Crisis and spent 18 months in Germany. He started working in artillery and went to communications. Basically, he was a laborer, working in the woods cutting and hauling cordwood. Later he went to work at Brown’s Shoe Factory cutting shoes. Fredrick was a hard worker at his job and was willing to offer a helping hand to anyone where they might need help. He was a good husband and father and was truly loved. His grandchildren adored him and he paid them a lot of attention. He and his wife, May, enjoyed going out to eat together, visiting with family, and just sitting and talking together. They felt blessed and happy to be together.

Fredrick enjoyed deer hunting and turkey hunting. He harvested a lot of deer and turkey over time. He will be greatly missed but never forgotten. Fredrick, we love you with all our hearts.

He was preceded in death by his parents and foster parents; Dan and Martha’s daughters, Mandy, Dorothy and Eunice; twin sister, Freda; brother, Manuel Blankenship; sister, Marie Murphy (husband, June); three half-brothers, Albert, Franklin (wife, Shirley) and Chester Skidmore; and half-sister, Maydean Murphy (husband, Bob).

He is survived by his wife May, of the home; son, Bradley and wife, Kim; grandsons, Sean and wife, and Donna and Quin Blankenship; one great granddaughter, Mia Danielle; and two sisters in law, Sylvia Blankenship and Velma Shepherd.

A funeral service will be held at 11 am, on Thursday, January 20, 2022, at Fox Funeral Home, 128 S. Main St., Licking, with Mr. Mike Gorman officiating. Pallbearers are Scotty Shepherd, KatLynn Shepherd, Sean Blankenship, Kevin Fielder, Bobby Shepherd and Brady Shepherd. Interment will follow at Craddock Cemetery.

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+2022, Philadelphia, Neshoba Co., MS Obituary

https://www.mcclainhays.com/obituary/martha-j-blankenship

Mrs. Martha Jane Smith Blankenship, 76 [August 8, 1945], died Saturday, January 29, 2022, at Anderson Regional Medical Center in Meridian, Mississippi. She was born, raised and lived most of her life in Philadelphia, Mississippi.

She was in the banking business for many years. Only after meeting and marrying the love of her life did she leave Mississippi to live in Brunswick, Maine, where her husband was stationed in the U.S. Navy. While living in Maine, she continued to work in banking. Two years later they moved back to Philadelphia where she went to work for Dr. Rudolph Posey, Sr. and Dr. Rudolph Posey, Jr. in their dental practice until she retired. She made many friends after working so many years in the public. She enjoyed helping elderly friends with their accounting, working with her flowers and cooking for her husband. She was a member of Hight Assembly of God Church.

Mrs. Blankenship was preceded in death by her parents, Melvin and Carrie Smith; nephew-in-law, Jim Henson; in-laws, James and Maggie Blankenship.

Survivors include her loving husband of thirty-three years, Murry Blankenship; sister and brother-in-law, Melva Ruth and Kenneth Gray; nieces, Tammy Gray Ferguson (Mark), Phoebe Gray Henson and Wendy Gray Smith (Terry); great nephews and nieces, Johnathan Ferguson (Angelica) of Union, Mississippi, Amelia Henson Rowell (Austin) of Madison, Alabama, Cooper Smith (Kinsey), Zoie Henson and Caleb Smith all of Philadelphia; great-great nephews and niece, Hayden, Levi and Gracynn Ferguson of Union; sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Karen and Johnny Enoch and their daughters, Kristie and Jenny of Bartlett, Tennessee.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 pm, Thursday, February 3, 2022 from McClain-Hays Chapel with Reverend Tom Bentley officiating. Burial will follow in Eastlawn Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Terry Smith, Cooper Smith, Caleb Smith, Mark Ferguson, Johnathan Ferguson, Austin Rowell, Johnny Enoch and Jeff Smith.

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+2022, Morganton, Burke Co., NC, Obituary

https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/morganton-nc/jimmy-blankenship-10545323

Jimmy Hardin Blankenship, age 76, of Morganton, North Carolina passed away on Sunday, January 23, 2022. He was born March 29, 1945, to the late Clevie H. Blankenship and Elizabeth Norman Murphy.

Jimmy was loving man who loved his family and friends.

In addition to his parents, Jimmy was preceded in death by a sister Mary Sue White, and nieces Shela and Kristy White.

Those surviving are his children Jeff Blankenship (Melissa), Tommy Blankenship, Crystal Pittman (Eric), Jimmy Danner, and Tabitha Wilson (Chad), also surviving are seven grandchildren, and one great grandchild.

A memorial service will held at 2 pm, on Thursday, February 03, 2022, in the Chapel of Kirksey Funeral Home of Morganton.

+2022, Apex, Wake Co., NC, Obituary

https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/apex-nc/jacqueline-blankenship-10543116

Jacqueline Pollard Blankenship (Jackie), 82, born in Richmond, VA, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 20, 2022.

She had a servant’s heart. Her favorite way to show love was to offer a warm meal or invite people into her home. She was an active member of Salem Baptist Church in Apex, NC. Before moving to North Carolina she was a long time member of New Bethesda Baptist Church in Mechanicsville, VA. Though living in North Carolina, she was a Virginian through and through.

Jackie is survived by daughters: Annette Knox (Don) and Robbin Blankenship; grandchildren: Jennifer "Jenny" Knox, Ryan Knox, Parker Knox and Caroline Knox; sisters: Geroline Davis of Chesterfield, VA, Brenda Miller (Richard) of Gainesville, FL, and brother John Pollard of Blackstone, VA.

Funeral service at 1:00 pm on Tuesday January 25, 2022, at Salem Baptist Church, 1821 N. Salem St, Apex, NC. A graveside service will take place at 1:00 on February 2 at Signal Hill Memorial Park, 12360 Hanover Courthouse Rd, Hanover, VA 23069, Apex Funeral.

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+2022, Ada, Hardin Co., OH, Obituary

https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/limaohio/name/landon-blankenship-obituary?id=32316210

Landon A. Blankenship, 20, of Ada, passed away on Sunday, January 16, 2022. He was born on December 17, 2001, in Charleston, WV to Allen and Kelli (Frame) Blankenship, who both survive in Ada.

Landon was a member of The Bridge Church, Lima. He loved sports, fishing, working out and spending time with his friends. He had a big heart and loved many and was loved by many as well.

He was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather Carl Frame.

Surviving in addition to his parents Allen and Kelli are his brother Gabe Blankenship of Ada; his sisters Timberlyn Blankenship of Ada and Kayla Byrd Blankenship of Huntington, WV; his paternal grandparents Christy and Bobby Chapman of Huntington, WV; his maternal grandmother Sharon Frame of St. Albans, WV; numerous aunts and uncles.

Memorial services will be at 7:00 pm, on Friday, January 21, 2022, at The Bridge Church, 2760 E. Bluelick Road, Lima, Pastor Randy Davis will officiate the service. Chiles-Laman FuneraL & Cremation Services.

2022, Shiloh, Richland Co., OH, Death

https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/name/delta-blankenship-obituary?id=32279408

Published by Legacy on Jan. 18, 2022.

Delta Blankenship's passing at the age of 69 on Sunday, January 16, 2022 has been publicly announced by Barkdull Funeral Home in Shelby, OH.

+2022, Shiloh, Richland Co., OH, Obituary

https://www.barkdullfuneralhome.com/obituary/Delta-Blankenship

In loving memory of Delta Gail Salyers Blankenship, age 69, she received her angel wings Sunday, January 16, 2022, after a brief illness. Born February 24, 1952, to Richard Elwood and Fredia Mae (Wooten) Salyers in Logan, West Virginia.

Gail retired from Arctic Cat Inc of Bucyrus, she also worked at Newman Technology of Mansfield, Ohio. She loved having big get together's for them and would do anything for her kids. She was a very hard worker. She had a love/hate relationship with gardening. But the end result was she could can and give out the fruits of her labor. Besides the love of canning, she loved to bake. Especially making cakes for any occasion. Another hobby she had was quilting.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by son Arlen Jr.; sisters Connie and Sharon; brothers Rick and David; all of Logan County, West Virginia.

She is survived in death by her loving husband Arlen, of 40 years; two sons Chris (Mindy) of Milton, Pennsylvania, and Chad (Missy) of Shiloh; daughter Doty (Jason) of Shiloh; stepson James (Brooklyn) Blankenship of New London; 11 grandchildren; sisters Wanda Salmons of Ashland, Kentucky, Lynn (Donnie) Roberts of Shiloh, Robin (Joey) Green of Madison, West Virginia; brother Richard (Niawana) Salyers of Harts, West Virginia; and an abundance of nieces, nephews, and other relatives.

A funeral service will be held at 10:30 am, Saturday, January 22, 2022, at the Barkdull Funeral Home, Interment will take place in Mount Hope Cemetery, Shiloh, Ohio.

+2022, Lebanon, Warren Co., OH, Obituary

https://www.stinefhlebanon.com/obituaries/Marple-Blankenship?obId=23723920

Marple "Mark" Blankenship, age 83 of Lebanon, Ohio passed peacefully Sunday, January 16, 2022 at his residence. Born October 18, 1938 in Morgan County, Kentucky, Mark was the son of Leonard and Gladys (nee Martin) Blankenship and was a loving and devoted husband, father and grandfather.

Mark was a 1956 graduate of Springboro High School and former owner of Town and Country Cleaners in Lebanon for 33 years. Mark was a lifelong resident of Warren County and served his country proudly in the U.S. Army from 1961 - 1963. Mark had been a member of the Odd Fellows Lodge and enjoyed playing bingo.

Preceded in death by his parents and loving wife of 53 years Evalee Blankenship in 2014.

Mark leaves behind his loving daughter Karen (Jim) Cox, brothers Marvin and Russell Blankenship, sisters Ruth (Henry) Baker and Lynn (Dale) Cook; grandchildren Matthew Baird and Aaron, Andrew, Samuel and Andrea Cox, five great-grandchildren and special niece Lisa Mockabee and many other family members and friends.

Memorial service will at 1 pm, Friday, January 21, 2022, at Stine Funeral Home of Lebanon with Reverend Josh Clifford officiating. Interment will follow in the Lebanon Cemetery.

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+2022, Colbert, Bryan Co., OK Obituary

https://www.americanfuneralservice-fh.com/obituary/thelma-bush

Thelma Marie Bush, age 84, of Colbert, OK, passed away, with her family at her side, on Monday, January 3, 2022 at Southern Pointe Living Center, Colbert, OK. Thelma was born on June 14, 1937 in Woodville, OK to Ruel & Elnora Cobb Blankinship.

She was a graduate of High School and formerly was employed in production by Levis/Diaper Jeans Company. She will be greatly missed by her loving family and many friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents; Ruel & Elnora Blankinship, her husband; James Franklin Bush in 2012, her step-son; James Lowe, four brothers; Troy Wade, Lloyd B., Almon and Donald Blankinship.

Left to cherish her memory is her son; James Bush & Elizabeth of Colbert, OK, step-daughter; JoAnn Hughs of Sherman, TX, her four sisters; Glenda Stelzmant & Kirk of Kingston, OK, Jane May of Duncan, TX, Beatrice Beal & Billy Joe of Colbert, OK, Dorothy Holly of Kingston, OK, her brother; Jerry Blankinship & Sue of Woodville, OK, two grandchildren; Jason Bush and Stephen Bush, numerous great-grandchildren, other extended family and many friends.

A graveside service will be held at 2:00 pm, on Saturday, January 8, 2022, at Garden of Memory Cemetery Pavilion, Colbert, OK with Pastor Raymond England officiating. American Funeral Service Chapel, Colbert, OK.

+2022, Ardmore, Carter Co., OK, Obituary

https://www.ardmoreite.com/obituaries/pard0141708

Sam A. Blankenship, Jr., [Sylvester Augustus Blankenship, Jr.] age 87, passed away on January 26, 2022, in Ardmore, Okla.

Sam grew up in Rubottom, Okla. He graduated from Courtney High School in 1953 and married Alda Ann Witt. They later moved to Houston TX. in 1960 where he worked for MD Anderson. Later they moved back to Ardmore where Sam worked and retired from Uniroyal Goodrich. Education was very important to Sam and he loved teaching. After retiring from Uniroyal Goodrich, he went to work teaching for the state prison in Gene Autry and substitute taught for Ardmore City Schools and Lone Grove School systems until recently. Sam had degrees from Murray State College, Southeastern Oklahoma State University, the University of Houston and attended Sam Houston State University.

Sam was an avid sports fan. He loved the Oklahoma Sooners, the Houston Cougars and the Houston Astros but most of all he loved Oklahoma football and was a season ticket holder for over 50 years. One of Sam’s greatest accomplishments in sports was playing basketball in high school. He always told us about averaging 20 points a game and never missed a free throw in 4 years of basketball. Sam dearly loved his family and was especially proud of his grandkids, and great granddaughters.

He was preceded in death by his wife of 61 years, Ann Blankenship, parents and two brothers and a sister.

He is survived by his son, Warren Blankenship and wife Sheila, of Ardmore; sisters, Shirley Hearell and husband Toney, of Rubottom, Peggy McConnell and husband Charles of Duncan. Grand-daughter, Jacci Southern and husband Jack, of Granbury, TX, Grandson, Scott and wife Natalie of Oklahoma City, and two great granddaughters, Baylor Southern and Ella Baker and many nieces and nephews.

A graveside service will be held at 2:00 PM, Monday, January 31, 2022 in Hillcrest Memorial Park.

+2022, Muskogee, Muskogee Co., OK, Obituary

https://www.cornerstoneofmuskogee.com/obituaries/Jr-Blankenship/#!/Obituary

Lavaughn Blankenship, Jr., 70, of Muskogee, Oklahoma went to be with his Lord and Savior on Wednesday, January 26, 2022. He was born on April 2, 1951 to James Lavaughn Blankenship and Ruby (Tidwell) Blankenship in Muskogee, Oklahoma.

Junior was a high school graduate. He married the love of his life, Paula Russell, on August 31, 1970. They shared over 51 years of life, marriage, family and many memories together.

Junior enjoyed being outdoors and working with his land. You could usually find him tinkering with his lawn mowers and tending to his garden or his fruit trees. He loved to fish and his grand-babies, but not as much as he loved his Jesus. Junior never missed a Sunday at church and was always ready to worship his Jesus. He also loved sharing God’s word with anyone and everyone.

The rest of his days were filled with football and NASCAR. His favorite place to go was Burger King for breakfast and it was an everyday routine. Everyone there knew him by name and already had his order entered when he walked in the door.

If you knew Junior, you knew he was a cut-up and knew he always had something sassy to say. He was as stubborn as stubborn comes and he loved harassing his kids any chance he got. He never said anything without a smile on his face. His smile and his laugh could light up any room and will never be forgotten.

He was preceded in death by his parents, James and Ruby Blankenship; and granddaughter, Kamryn Wallis.

Junior is survived by his loving wife, Paula Blankenship; daughters, Stephanie Palmer and husband Nathan, Karissa Wallis and husband Kevin, and Katie Sellars; son James Blankenship; grandchildren, Matthew Palmer, Adam Palmer, James Blankenship, Jr., Christopher Blankenship, Nicholas Blankenship, Garrett Blankenship, Braylie Sellars, Kendyl Blankenship and Kylee Wallis; great-grandchildren, Daxton Burch, Laikyn Palmer, Elaina Cole and Anna Blankenship; sister, Nan Ashwood; and many nieces, nephews, other family members and friends.

A celebration of Junior’s life will be 2 pm, Monday, January 31, 2022, at Oldham Memorial Baptist Church with Pastor Glen Little officiating. Interment will follow at Greenhill Cemetery.

+2022, Frederick, Tillman Co., OK, Obituary

https://www.swoknews.com/obituaries/brenda-sue-blankenship-challacombe/article_ebaf9560-91bf-5fe4-ab6b-208aa7d5917d.html

Brenda Sue (Blankenship) Challacombe, age 73, of Frederick, passed away Monday, Jan. 17, 2022, at the Memorial Nursing Center in Frederick. A service will be held at a later date. She was born July 26, 1948, in Frederick, to Robroy and Norma Sue (Conditt) Blankenship.

Brenda attended Frederick Public Schools graduating from Frederick High School in 1966. She attended the University of Oklahoma, Oklahoma State University, and graduated from Cameron University with a B.S. Degree in Education. She later received her Master’s Degree in Education Administration from Southwestern Oklahoma State University. On Sept. 2, 1967, she was united in marriage to Thomas J. Challacombe in Frederick. Brenda was a lifelong learner and teacher. She taught school at Manitou Public Schools for several years before transferring to Frederick Public Schools where she taught at both the elementary and middle schools. In 1994, she became principal of Frederick Elementary until her retirement in 2010. She was known by many of her students and fellow teachers for her catchphrase “Troops, you are wearing me slick!”

She always spoke fondly of her days in Manitou of popping popcorn for basketball games and driving the school bus. She had a keen sense of humor like when she kissed a pig at the Frederick Elementary Fall Fest and loved dressing up for Halloween, as well as seeing her students in their costumes. She was a brilliant storyteller and would have the room laughing with her quick wit. She was a member of the Frederick First Baptist Church. Brenda was a wife, mother, nana, sis, Aunt B, and had many life-long cherished friends. After she retired, she looked forward to her weekly bridge game, reading People magazine, and spending time with her grandchildren.

She is preceded in death by her parents; and one brother and sister-in-law, Bill and Patti Blankenship.

She is survived by her husband, Tommy of 54 years; her children: Jonrob Challacombe and Causby Challacombe (Chenoa Daniel); two grandchildren: Emilio and Sofia Challacombe; one brother, Brad Blankenship (Coni); one uncle, Dr. Jerry Blankenship; one sister-in-law, Cynthia Challacombe; and her nieces and nephews: Blair McMillin; Bob Blankenship; Corry Challacombe; Derek Challacombe; Haley Huddleston; Natalie Blankenship; Ivy Epps, and Tobin Mateychick.

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+2022, Mansfield, Tioga Co., PA, Funreal

https://www.sungazette.com/obituaries/2022/01/angela-blankenship/

Angela Blankenship, age 48 [March 3, 1973], of Mansfield, passed away on Sunday, Jan. 16, 2022 at her home.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Buckheit Funeral Chapel and Crematory, Mansfield PA.

+2022, Mansfield, Tioga Co., PA, Obituary

https://buckheitfcandcrematory.com/tribute/details/2532/Angela-Blankenship/obituary.html#tribute-start

Angela Faye Blankenship, age 48, of Mansfield, PA, passed away on Sunday, January 16, 2022 at her home. She was born March 3, 1973 in New Port Richie, Florida, a daughter of George F. Blankenship, Sr. and Marlene Yancey Allee.

Angela enjoyed her life as a mom and loved her children more than anything.

Angela's mother passed away on the same date, January 16, when Angela was 16 years old. She missed her mother dearly and is no doubt at peace being reunited with her.

Angela is survived by her daughters, Shelby Daniel of Glens Falls, NY and Katherine Solomon of Los Angeles, CA; a son, Reese Naylor of Mansfield, PA; a granddaughter, Cora Burdick of Glens Falls, NY; brothers George F. Blankenship Jr. of Crystal River, Florida and Wesley Blankenship of Morriston, FL; sisters Elizabeth Blankenship of Lenoir City, TN, and Georgina Blankenship of Crystal River, FL; as well as many nieces and nephews.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Buckheit Funeral Chapel and Crematory, Inc. 637 S. Main St. Mansfield PA is assisting the family.

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+2022, Pulaski, Giles Co., TN, Obituary

https://www.radio7media.com/obituaries/mildred-louise-blankenship/article_b7d46caa-7fcb-11ec-a42a-0bb71ae7b11f.html

Mildred Louise Blankinship of Pulaski passed away at her residence on Wednesday, January 26, 2022. She was born in Benton, Tennessee on October 28, 1933 and is 88 years old.

She was a loving wife, daughter, mother, sister, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend. She worked as a seamstress in the textile industry for many years.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Kenneth Blankinship son, Charles Frazier parents, Marvin and Minnie Jenkins Hawkins and a brother, Richard Hawkins.

She is survived by her; Daughter, Judy Prince of Pulaski; Daughter, Norma (Joey) Angelone of Old Fort, TN; Grandchildren, Jenny (Michael) Myers of Pulaski; Rhonda (Jason) Campbell of old Fort TN; Stacy (Leigh) Frazier, Jessica Frazier and Ashley Frazier of Cleveland, TN; Great-grandchildren, Carley Jackson, Whitney Jackson, Jenson Marbut, Blake Fowler, and Brooke Mull; Brother, Herman (Freda)Hawkins of Conasauga, TN; Several great-great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends also survive.

Funeral service takes place at 3:00 pm, on Saturday, January 29, 2022, in the Chapel of Bennett-May and Pierce Funeral Home and Crematory. Burial will follow at 1:00pm in Shiloh Baptist Church Cemetery, 358 US 64 Highway, Ocoee, Tennessee.

+2022, Lafayette, Macon Co., TN, Obituary

https://sellarsfuneralservices.com/tribute/details/10789/Willie-J-Blankenship/obituary.html

Mr. Willie J. “Preacher” Blankenship, age 80 [1941], of Lafayette, Tennessee, passed away Monday, January 31, 2022, at Centennial Medical Center in Nashville.

Mr. Willie J. “Preacher” Blankenship was preceded in death by his parents, Raymond Earl Blankenship and Dollie Mae Whittemore Blankenship; and grandparents, Fountain Clem Whittemore and Vexie Vella Fishburn Whittemore, and Birgy Blankenship and Modie Harper Blankenship.

He is survived by; Wife, Barbara Ann Stone Blankenship; Sons, Billy J. “B.J.” Blankenship and wife, Carolyn, Gary Wayne Blankenship and wife, Penny, Christopher Lane Blankenship, Joshua Stone Blankenship and wife, Mallorie; Daughter, Rachell Elaine Scott and husband, Wendell; Grandchildren, Matthew, Daniel, Cody Blankenship, Cole, William, and Gracie Blankenship, Lashell, David Jr., and Wesley Spears, Leann and Jessica Scott; Mother-in-law, Mary Stone; Seven Great-Grandchildren also survive.

Funeral services at 1 PM, on Friday, February 4, 2022, from the Chapel of Alexander Funeral Home with Reverend Landy Presley and Reverend Todd O’Hair officiating. Interment will follow in the Cold Springs Cemetery.

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+2022, Abilene, Taylor Co., TX, Obituary

https://www.harrellfuneralhomedublin.com/obituary/william-blankinship-iii

William Ross Blankinship III, 44, passed away on December 14, 2021 in Abilene, TX. William was born on December 24, 1976 in Abilene, TX to his parents William Ross Blankinship, Jr., and Tina Marie (Robbins) Blankinship.

He was employed as a security guard.

He is proceeded in death by his father William Ross Blankinship, Jr.

William is survived by his mother Tina Blankinship of Abilene, TX, his sister Trina Blankinship of Abilene, TX, his brother Michael Blankinship of Abilene, TX, his granddad James Robbins of Abilene, TX, his aunt Teresa Williams of Abilene, TX and several other relatives and friends who will miss him dearly.

A memorial service will be held at Purves Liveoak Cemetery at a later date.

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+2022, Little Prater, Buchanan Co., VA, Obituary

https://www.grundyfuneralhome.com/obituaries/Acie--Blankenship?obId=23802694

Acie Blankenship, 83 of Little Prater, VA, took his heavenly flight home on January 23, 2022, at the Hazard ARH Regional Medical Center, Hazard, KY. Born March 9, 1938, in Stopover, KY, he was the son of the late Roy and Sally (Wolford) Blankenship.

He was a longtime resident of Buchanan County and a member of Deliverance Tabernacle Church on Patterson, VA, for 49-years. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, great-great-grandfather and was a retired Coal Miner for Jewell Smokeless Coal Company. He enjoyed singing, playing his guitar, restoring old trucks, listening to old radio shows, and spending time with his family.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 55-years, Jearldine Quinley Blankenship; Infant Son: Darrell Darnell Blankenship; Infant Great-Grandson: Gavin Ryan Justice; 1-Brother: Emory Blankenship; 2-Sisters: Phoebe Blankenship and Lona Wolford.

Those left to cherish his memory include his children, Glenda Jean (Ralph) Colley of Council, VA, Leishia Carol Justice (fiancé Vinson Slone) of Slate Creek, VA, Acie Lewis Blankenship of Little Prater, VA, Connie Jean Powers (fiancé Jim Kistler) of Little Prater, VA, Angela Ann (Darrell) Justice of Little Prater, VA, Vickie Lee Rife (fiancé Chris Lane) of Slate Creek, VA, Stevie Clayton (Christine) Blankenship of Little Prater, VA; 1-Brother: Wheeler Blankenship of Little Prater, VA; Special Granddaughter, Deidra (Lewis) Gilbert of Little Prater, VA; Special Nephew: Ervin Thomas Grose of Little Prater, VA; Special Friends: Dora Wright of Georgetown, KY, and Amy Vandyke of Hurricane Creek, KY. Also, survived by 12-Grandchildren, 15-Great-Grandchildren, 1-Great-Great-Grandchild, along with a host of family and friends.

Funeral Services will be conducted at Noon, Friday, January 28, 2022, at the Deliverance Tabernacle Church with Brothers: Jerry Matney and Joshua Justice officiating with burial to follow in the Blankenship Cemetery on Cripple Creek. Active Pallbearers will be Jeremy Blankenship, Lewis Gilbert, Derek Justice, Scotty Cook, Eric Powers, Josh Justice and Lucas Blankenship. Grundy Funeral Home of Grundy, VA

+2022, Winchester, Frederick Co., VA, Obituary

https://www.winchesterstar.com/obituaries/james-t-jim-blankenship/article_3e3c86a0-6e93-11ec-89e3-4f90c99a353c.html

James T. (Jim) Blankenship passed away on Sunday, January 2, 2022, peacefully at his home. He was born in Richmond, VA., on September 5, 1932, the son of Floyd Wilson & Susie Mae Blankenship.

He is best remembered for his 60-plus years in the petroleum business. First, with Esso Standard Oil Co (Exxon Co., USA (over 27 years) oil heat & burner service, and H. N. Funkhouser & Co (over 30 years). He came to Winchester in 1969 and was active in developing and remodeling station sites on 1-81 and managing several petroleum businesses.

He graduated high school in 1949 at John Marshall High School, and furthered his education by working his way through college. He attended American University for two and one-half years and received his graduate degree in petroleum management from humble institute (a division of the Esso Education Foundation).

He was active in scouting as an Eagle Scout as a youth, and his adult life as a den leader, scoutmaster (several troops) & district counselor he received numerous awards (Order of the arrow & wood badge). He also instructed as a wood badge counselor.

He was also a 32nd degree master mason (Hiram Lodge 21, Winchester) and a Shriner of Kena Temple and Winchester Shrine Club.

Earlier in his life, he was active in the Virginia Jaycees as a state officer for 4 years, and received the Key Man Award.

Other activities were as a volunteer fireman for a number of years in Blackstone, VA. He was active in youth baseball in the places he lived. Richmond, Blackstone, Farmville, and in Winchester.

One accomplishment of which he was very proud was he taught the training school for new service station dealers and he was able to start numerous men into the station business. He also assisted in training of many men as future salesmen and plant operators in the petroleum business.

He enjoyed playing golf, spending time at the cabin and hunting with his son Donald. He was a member of the Fort Valley Hunt Club.

He enjoyed playing with his beloved dogs Brindle, Hershey, and Shadow, and was a supporter of the SPCA and other animal support groups.

As an adult, he participated in youth sport activities. He managed Rotary Little League baseball for 17 years and other youth programs.

Recent health problems slowed him down, but he still enjoyed being with his family and grandchildren. He was a member of Burnt Factory United Methodist Church.

A son, Anthony Scott Blankenship, and brothers Floyd Jr., Maurice and a half-brother Richard Blankenship preceded him in death.

He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Wilma Jean Blankenship; a son, Donald C. Blankenship (wife Kim) of Edinburg, VA.; a sister, Karen Tilley (husband Gary) of Bay City, Texas.; three grandchildren, Emily Anne & Levi Scott Blankenship and Brandon Baker (wife Rayann Baker), and two great-grandchildren, Hunter & Connor Baker.

Funeral service will be held at 12 pm, on Monday, January 10, 2022, at Omps Funeral Home, Amherst Chapel. Officiating will be Rev. Steve Melester.

+2022, Winchester, Frederick Co., VA, Obituary

https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/nvdaily/name/wilma-blankenship-obituary?id=32375451

Wilma Jean Blankenship of Winchester, VA passed away Thursday, January 20, 2022 at Blue Ridge Hospice Inpatient Care Center. She was born in Ohio to the late Stanley Lee and Ruby Estep. She was a member of Burnt Factory United Methodist Church.

Jean married James Theodore Blankenship on July 21, 1959 in Georgia. James preceded her in death on January 2, 2022.

Jean was preceded in death by her parents, husband, James, son, Anthony Scott Blankenship; sisters, Billie Barlow, Mary Ingle, Donna Turner and brother, Curtis Estep.

Jean is survived by son, Donald C. Blankenship (Kimberly) of Edinburg, VA; grandchildren, Emily A. and Levi S. Blankenship of Edinburg, VA and Brandon Baker (Rayann) of Quicksburg, VA; and great-grandchildren, Hunter and Connor Baker of Quicksburg, VA.

All services for Jean will be private. Omps Funeral Home and Cremation Center - Winchester, VA.

+2022, Newport News City, VA, Obituary

https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/dailyprogress/name/charles-blankenship-obituary?id=32413885

Charles P. Blankenship died on January 21, 2022, from complications associated with brain cancer. Born on March 5, 1938, in Bluefield, WV, Charlie was the son of Charles Scott and Margaret Virginia (Greene) Blankenship.

In 1956, he graduated from Beaver High School in Bluefield, W.Va.. He was a graduate of Virginia Tech (Corps of Cadets, Class of 1960). He earned BS and MS degrees in Metallurgical Engineering and he was awarded the prestigious Cincinnatus Award from the Society of the Cincinnati in Va. He served as a commissioned officer in the U.S. Air Force.

Charlie and Gayle began a relationship in high school that continued in their college years. They were married in 1960 and shared 44 wonderful years together. Most of their activities together focused on family and family events. Most memorable were summer vacations on the fresh water lakes of Va.—Claytor Lake and Smith Mountain Lake. With sons Chip and Tim and the King family clan, water skiing, sailing and fishing were the activities that brought them together. Life was very good.

In 1961, Charlie was assigned to NASA's Lewis Research Center in Cleveland, Ohio, where he conducted materials technology development programs for aircraft and space transportation systems. After completing his Air Force tenure, he continued his materials development work with NASA at the Cleveland Center. In 1980, he transferred to NASA's Langley Research Center in Hampton, Va., as Chief of the Materials Division. In 1983, he was appointed Langley's Director for Structures and led the Center's aircraft and spacecraft research and technology programs in materials, structures, landing dynamics, and acoustics. He was selected to lead the Center's newly expanded program for Technology Commercialization in 1993. In 1994, he served as Deputy Director of NASA's Marshall Space Flight Center in Huntsville, Ala. In this capacity he was a leader in the development of the new super lightweight tank for the Space Shuttle. He returned to Langley and in 1996 and served as the Agency Manager for NASA's Subsonic Aircraft Technology Program.

During his NASA career, Charlie received the Presidential Meritorious Award, the NASA Outstanding Leadership Medal, the SEA National Distinguished Executive Service Award, and the SAE Wright Brothers Medal. He published and presented numerous papers on materials technology developments for applications that included aircraft and automotive turbine engines, aircraft and spacecraft structures, and nuclear propulsion systems.

After retiring from NASA in 1997, he served as a technology consultant to industry and to several government agencies. He served as the Director of the Technology Commercialization Center, Inc. in Hampton, Va., from 2000 to 2003.

In 2007, Charlie was inducted into the Academy of Engineering Excellence, College of Engineering, Virginia Tech.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Helen Gayle King Blankenship; his brother, Ronald (Shirley); nephew, Michael; and brother, James Ted (Sally).

His survivors include his son, Charles "Chip" P. Jr. (Belinda); grandsons, Connor, William, Benjamin and John; son, Timothy K. (Julie); nephew, James "Jim" Blankenship; and niece, Kimberly (Ensing).

Finding love once in a lifetime is remarkable. Charlie was fortunate to find love twice, spending the years after Gayle passed away with Sue Starnes. Sue's warmth and energy brightened their many days shared including their hiking adventures in the U.S. National Parks.

Charlie was a member of Yorkminster Presbyterian Church in Grafton, Va., for more than 40 years.

Interment will be held at Peninsula Memorial Park, Newport News, Va., with a private graveside service.

+2022, Salem City, VA, Obituary

https://simpsonfuneral.com/tribute/details/3047/Sherry-Blankenship/obituary.html

Sherry Blankenbeckler Blankenship, 55, of Salem, passed away, Monday January 17, 2022.

Services will be private for the family. Arrangements by Simpson Funeral Home (540)366-0707.

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+2022, Cow Creek, Logan Co., WV, Obituary

https://www.collinsfuneralhomewv.com/obituaries/jeannette-blankenship

Jeanette Rose Blankenship, 76, of Cow Creek, West Virginia, passed away Tuesday, January 18, 2022, at Logan Regional Medical Center. She was born March 3, 1945, in Switzer, WV, to the late Robert and Ethel Hicks.

Jeanette was known as the “Paper Lady” on Rt 44 as she delivered the Logan Banner for many years. She was an avid bowler at Plaza Lanes, where she served as Thursday League President for ten years and a member of the 225 High Game Club. She was a member of the Omar Women’s Club and a Home Interior Representative. Jeanette was saved and served at Christian Fellowship Center at Cow Creek, WV and later became a founding member of New Day Family Worship Center. Jeanette loved nothing more than family gatherings, the beach, dancing on the pier, Kenny Rogers and Dolly Parton.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Bill Blankenship, sisters, Elenor (James) Hensley and Patricia Henritze, brother, Clifford Hicks, and granddaughter Taylor Hicks.

Those left to cherish her memory are her children Michael (Valerie) Hicks of Rockingham, NC, Ronnie (Jessica Halstead) Hicks of Cow Creek, WV, Kimberly (Steve) Adkins of East Liverpool, OH, Billy (Rachel) Blankenship of Beckley, WV and, Donald Hager of Omar WV. Brothers Charles Hicks of Hendersonville, TN and Timmy (Debbie) Hicks of Knoxville, TN. Grandchildren include Ryan (Kristen) Hicks of Aberdeen, NC, Jessica (Bobby) Dingess and Ty Hicks of Rockingham, NC, Brett Clark and Stephanie (Dray) Bailey of East Liverpool, OH, Jordan (Michael Runyon) Hicks and Payton (Matthew Ramey) Hicks of Chapmanville, WV, Breeonna, Brooklyn, and Sean Blankenship of Beckley, WV and an honorary granddaughter, Bailey Conn of Rockingham, NC. Great-grandchildren include Bronx Dingess, Axel Farley, Rhett Runyon, Braedyn Brereton, Kamryn and Kaedyn Bailey. And a host of nieces and nephews. She had several great friends; Bonnie Hughes, Inis Adair, and Linda Smith. And a special thanks to Kim Mendez for being there in her time of need.

Services will be held at 1:00 pm, on Friday, January 21, 2022, at Collins Funeral Home, Pastors CD Wolford and Jeremy Tomblin will be officiating the funeral. Pallbearers will include her grandsons Ryan and Ty Hicks, Brett Clark, Bobby Dingess, Matthew Ramey, and Michael Runyon. She will be laid to rest at Highland Cemetery beside her beloved.

+2022, Williamson, Mingo Co., WV, Obituary

https://www.rerogersfh.com/obituary/sanford-blankenship

Sanford Blankenship, 56, of Williamson, WV, passed away Monday January 17. 2022, at the Tug Valley Regional Medical Center [South Williamson, Pike Co., KY]. Sanford was born October 11, 1965, at Williamson, WV, to the late Curtis Blankenship and Magalene Lambert Blankenship.

Besides his parents, Sanford is preceded in death by his brothers, Curtis Blankenship Jr, Christopher Shaun Blankenship, Michael Paul Blankenship and Brian Keith Blankenship.

Sanford is survived by his brother, Steven Blankenship of Williamson, WV, caregiver, Carolyn Dillon and a host of loving family and friends.

There will be a private memorial service at a later date. R. E. Rogers Funeral Home of Belfry, KY.

+2022, Kenova, Wayne Co., WV, Obituary

https://www.morrisfuneralhome.com/obituaries/Phyllis-Jean-Ramey-Blankenship?obId=23945352#/obituaryInfo

Phyllis Jean Ramey Blankenship, 84 of Kenova, WV passed away Saturday, February 5, 2022 at her home. She was born August 29, 1937 at Nestlow, a daughter of the late Floyd and Effie Tooley Ramey.

In addition to her parents, Phyllis was preceded in death by two brothers, Henry Donald Ramey and Dennis Tooley, and an infant sister, Martha Jane Ramey.

She is survived by one daughter, Monica Parsons (Mike) of Lima, OH; two grandsons, Donovan Parsons, and Cody Parsons; six great grandchildren; one sister, Joann Crabtree of Wayne, WV; one brother, Ron Tooley (Pam) of Huntington, WV; two special cousins, Erma Adkins and Betty Cooper; and a good friend, Mary Sue Babcock.

Funeral services will be conducted 1:00 pm, Thursday, February 10, 2022, at Morris Funeral Home Chapel, Wayne by Pastor Fred Ferguson. Burial will follow in the Tooley-Parsons Cemetery, Nestlow, WV.

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+2022, Decatur, DeKalb Co., GA, Obituary

https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/macon/name/helen-blankinship-obituary?id=18892006

Helen Blankinship, 83, formerly of Warner Robins, died Thursday January 29, 2004. She was a native of Youngstown, OH, was the daughter of the late Herbert and Ethel Castleberry Jaquess

She was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church and the Legion of Mary. She was also retired from Sears in Warner Robins. –

She was the widow of John E. Blankinship.

Survivors include her daughter Donna Blankinship of Decatur; grandchildren; Stephanie, Alan, and Michael Blankinship; great-grandchild; Kaitlyn Bracken; daughter-in-law; Paulette Blankinship of Marietta.

The funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10 am, Monday, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Burial will follow in Magnolia Park Cemetery. Father Paul O'Connell will officiate. Heritage Memorial Funeral Home has charge of arrangements.

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2022, Shreveport, Caddo Parish, LA, Obituary

https://goldenfh.com/tribute/details/921/Kaylee-Blankinship/obituary.html#content-start

Kaylee Jo Blankinship, age 2 1/2 months, passed away Tuesday, March 18, 2013 at Shumpert Medical Center in Shreveport.

She is survived by her parents, Chelsie Blankinship and Cole Reynolds of Bastrop, LA; grandparents, Shelia and Ed Lynn, Rob Blankinship; great grandparents, Sidney and Faye Moore, Terry and Annie Ruth Pitzer, Janice and Ed Blankinship; aunts and uncles, Harley Lynn, Tori Johnson, Chance Blankenship, Tiffany Lynn, Steven and Ashley Moore, Sidney Moore and Jay Banks.

Graveside services are scheduled for 4 pm, Thursday, March 21, 2013, at Christ Church Cemetery with Rev. Jerry Stuckey officiating. Golden Funeral Home.

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+2019, Versailles, Morgan Co., MO, Obituary

https://www.kidwellgarber.com/obituaries/Mary-Blankinship/#!/Obituary

Mary Louise Blankinship, age 69, of Versailles, passed away Friday, November 1, 2019, at her home. She was born January 3, 1950, in Kansas City, Kansas, a daughter of the late Francis Caldwell and Laverne (Cox) Smith.

Mary loved her children and grandchildren and treasured the time she spent with them. Her cats and dogs also held a special place in her heart. Her family will miss her big beautiful smile.

On December 11, 1976, in Kansas City, Kansas, she was united in marriage to Terry E. Blankinship, who preceded her in death on January 10, 2017.

In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by her son, Frankie Heldstab, her brothers, Robert Smith and Wayne Smith and her sister, Beverly Cookson.

She is survived by her son Gary Heldstab of Kansas City, Kansas; her daughter, Missy Heldstab of Kansas City, Kansas; eighteen grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; brother, David W. Smith of De Soto, Kansas; sisters, Teresa Smith of Randolph, Mississippi and Joyce Conn of Basehor, Kansas and many other relatives and friends.

The family held a private celebration of Mary’s life. Kidwell-Garber Funeral Home of Versailles.