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+2022, Tuscumbia, Colbert Co., AL, Obituary

https://www.morrisonfuneralhomes.com/obituaries/Karl-Blankinship/#!/Obituary

Karl Ellis Blankinship, August 6, 1954 - May 19, 2022

Karl Ellis Blankinship, 67, Tuscumbia, passed away on Thursday, May 19, 2022.

Karl was a retired civil engineer with the Army Corp. of Engineers. He was a member of Launch Point Church and a member of Celebrate Recovery.

Karl was preceded in death by his parents, Bill and Louise Blankinship, and brother, Keith Blankinship.

Karl is survived by his wife, Gene Ann Blankinship; daughters, Sarah Ann Ricketts (Jason) and Mary Beth Blankinship; brother, Kim Blankinship (Darlene); seven grandchildren; and one great-grandchild.

Per Karl’s request, there will be a private family celebration of his life.

Morrison Funeral Home - 825 N Main St. Tuscumbia, AL.

+2022, Athens, Limestone Co., AL, Obituary

http://quadcitiesdaily.com/?p=730166

Jerry Wayne Blankenship, 79, of Athens, passed away on Thursday, May 19, 2022, at his residence. He was born on December 20, 1942, to Ollie B. Blankenship and Grace Green Blankenship.

Mr. Blankenship was a pastor for 42 years, loved the lord, sharing the message, and his family.

Preceded in death by his parents, sister Jane Porterfield, and granddaughter Whitney Faith.

Mr. Blankenship is survived by his wife of 61 years, Janell Blankenship; son David Blankenship (Karen); daughters Darlene Stephens (Bud) and Misty Brown (Mark); grandchildren Heather Ball (Scottie), Anna Spradling (Jason), Hope Sides (Keith), Jake Blankenship (Aralie), Randall Brown, and Mark Allen Brown; ten great grandchildren and three nieces.

Funeral services will be at 2:00 pm, Saturday, May 21, 2022, at the Limestone Chapel Funeral Home with Donald Terry officiating. Burial will be at Roselawn Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Mark Brown, Mark Allen Brown, Randall Brown, Jake Blankenship, Caden Brown, and Keith Sides.

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

https://www.boltonfuneralhome.com/obituaries/Essie-Blankenship/#!/Obituary

Essie Blankenship, February 7, 1944 - May 15, 2022

Essie, age 78, of Shelby, passed away on May 15, 2022.

Mrs. Blankenship is preceded in death by her husband: James L. “Wormy” Blankenship.

She is survived by her children: Charlotte Brasher (David), and Chris Blankenship (Michelle); grandchildren: Haley, Leah, and Cody; 4 great-grandchildren; sisters: Glenda Sheffield (Yogi), and Linda Edmondson (Charles Henry).

A memorial service will be held at a later date. Bolton funeral home.

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+2022, Cabot, Lonoke Co., AR, Death

https://www.cremationservicesofarkansas.com/obituary/william-blankenship

William John Blankenship, of Cabot, Arkansas, October 6, 1943 - May 19, 2022

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+2022, Oakville, Litchfield Co., CT, Obituary

https://www.hickcoxfuneralhome.com/obituary/mariann-vowe

Mariann (Blankenship) Vowe of Oakville, passed away on May 16, 2022, in Waterbury [New Haven Co., CT]. Mariann was born to the late Anita and Harry Blankenship on January 29, 1938, in Brooklyn, NY. Later, she and her family moved to Port Jefferson, Long Island, where she graduated from Port Jefferson High School.

Mariann met her future husband, Rudy, when she and her sister were working in New London. They were married in Port Jefferson, NY, on June 11, 1960, and made a home in Oakville, where they raised their four children. She and Rudy celebrated 52 years of marriage before he passed away in 2012.

Mariann was a member of First Congregational Church of Watertown. While her children were in school, she worked briefly at Winchester Electronics in Oakville. Her family was the center of her life. She was a devoted wife and mother who gave her family a wonderful home life, full of love, laughter, and her Brooklyn spirit! She had a special love for her grandchildren and welcomed a great grandchild last year.

Mariann was an avid cookie baker; she crocheted, sewed special occasion outfits for her children, taught Sunday School, and loved to read and learn about religion, spirituality, medicine, and more. She especially enjoyed music, and taught herself to sing and play guitar. This led to a performance with her brother Sam on The Ted Mack Amateur Hour in her late teens. She overcame much adversity in her childhood and was a strong woman to the end.

In addition to her husband and parents, she was predeceased by her sisters, June Long, Doris Carocari, and Edith Savoia; and brothers, Harry, Sidney, John, and Mathew Blankenship

Mariann leaves her four children, Anita (Karl) Gabrielson, Vanessa Vowe, Craig (Nirmala) Vowe, and Ted Vowe; five grandchildren, Rachel (Sam) Jalbert, Dana Gabrielson (Michael Kolakowski), Jenna Gabrielson, Aaron Williams, and Dylan Vowe; a great granddaughter, Mackenzie Jalbert; two brothers, Samuel Blankenship and Solomon Duryea; a sister-in-law, Helga Weed; and several nieces and nephews.

All services and burial are private and have been entrusted to the Hickcox Funeral Home, 195 Main St., Watertown.

* Dr. Rudy R. E. Vowe, July 27, 1932, Maspeth, L.I. NY. - November 8, 2012 S/o Reinhard and Hildegard (Feller) Vowe

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+2022, Covington, Newton Co., GA, Obituary

https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/rockdalecitizen/name/betty-blankenship-obituary?id=34965589

Betty Jane White Blankenship, age 98, passed away on May 18, 2022. She was born September 26, 1923, in High Shoals, GA, to Bernice and Hiram Baxter.

She was married to two loving husbands, Earnest White on September 5, 1942, until his death November 15, 1964, then was married to John Blankenship on August 21, 1974, until his death April 25, 2006.

Over the years she had many names including Betty, Betty Jane, Mama Betty, Ma Betty, and BB. Her most cherished name was Mama. She left each of her loved ones with many precious memories. She graduated from DeKalb Technical College as a Licensed Practical Nurse. Her most memorable occupation was the night nurse at Oxford College for 18 years, retiring in 1985. Even though her job was to take care of injuries and emergencies for students, she was so much more than that. She became a surrogate mother to so many students who were home sick and just needed to talk and be loved on.

Betty was a long-time member of Trinity United Methodist Church, an emeritus member of the Eastern Star and the American Legion Auxiliary Post #32. Many people were on the receiving end of her kindness and talents, from braiding hair to crocheting Afghans. She loved her many days spent at Jackson Lake and although she never learned to swim, was frequently the copilot in the boat wearing her famous white or yellow ski belt. In her later years one of her favorite outings was making the trip to her daughter, Lisa's cabin. She never grew tired from the view of the front porch. Conversation always included how "water is good for the soul".

Anyone that knew her knew how much she loved to travel. She and John took many trips, including Nova Scotia, Alaska, the Mid West, and Hawaii. They frequently came home long enough to do laundry and repack for another adventure. Each trip was documented with countless pictures of scenery, smiles and good times of close friends and family.

She spent her last years at Pike Manor in Zebulon, GA, to be close to her daughter, Lisa. She was best known for her constant words of kindness "you are so pretty and thank you Angel Darlin'." Words are inadequate for our gratitude to the owners and staff of Pike Manor for the loving care given to "BB" during the last three years of her life.

Survivors include her son, Jerry L. White (Darlene); daughter, Lisa Whiten Cochran (Russell); 4 grandchildren, Jamie McCord (Scott), Lance White (Becky), Dustin Whiten (Natalie), Lindsey Bounds (Bud); 8 great-grandchildren; as well as 3 great-great-grandchildren.

Her final act of kindness was reflected in her wish to donate her body to Emory School of Medicine. Her philosophy of her entire nursing career was based on helping others "just maybe I can help in my death too". This decision was made over 20 years prior to her death. Little did she realize she would almost 99 when her Lord and Savior would call her home! Due to Betty's love for students at Oxford College, her family requests in lieu of flowers donations to Oxford College Chaplaincy Emergency Fund, account number 03368002 in memory of Betty Blankenship www.oxford.emory.edu/giving.

A Memorial Service for Mrs. Blankenship will be held Sunday, May 29, 2022, 3:00 P.M., at the Chapel of Caldwell & Cowan, 1215 Access Road, in Covington, with Rev Tom Lee officiating. Friends are invited to visit with the family at the funeral home, Sunday, May 29, from 2:00 - 2:45 P.M.

Published by Rockdale Citizen from May 29 to May 30, 2022.

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+2022, Marion, Williamson Co., IL, Obituary

https://www.wilsonmcreynolds.com/obituaries/Neil-Blankenship-2/#!/Obituary

Neil Blankenship, age 69, of Marion, IL, passed away at 2:54 a.m. on Tuesday, May 31, 2022, in Good Samaritan Hospital of Mt. Vernon, IL. He was born on June 5, 1952, in Carbondale, IL, the son of Dolly Mae (Palmer) Blankenship and Earl Blankenship, Jr.

Neil attended school in Marion, and was a graduate of Marion High School Class of 1969. He continued his education at Southern Illinois University of Carbondale, IL. He was united in marriage to Suzanne Lea McConnell and this union was blessed with 5 children; Eric, Nicholas, Joshua, Natalie and Alexis.

Throughout his younger years he enjoyed swimming and was an excellent Collegiate level diver. He was a Black Belt in karate, enjoyed running, and was an avid St. Louis Cardinal fan. He also found pleasure in cooking. One thing he loved to do for some of the automotive finishing businesses in the area was cooking for customer appreciation days. Another thing he loved doing with his children when they were young was building rockets and launching them.

His working career began when he was young, working with the family business, E. Blankenship, Inc. and continued working there when it was sold to Fisher Auto Parts. Later he began working for Auto Tire & Parts of Cape Girardeau, MO, and was currently employed at the time of his death. He was of the Baptist faith. He supported his community by volunteering to coach and umpire youth baseball and also coached youth basketball for many years. Continuing his support for the community, he also had served on the Marion Park Board for several years and the Marion Youth Baseball Association where he served as President.

He was preceded in death by his father; son, Nicholas and brother, Earl Blankenship, III.

He is survived by four children, Eric David Blankenship and wife, Alison of Bourbonnais, IL, Joshua Alexander Blankenship and wife, Jennifer of Lincoln, CA, Natalie Nicole Andersen and husband, Kelly of St. Petersburg, FL and Alexis Danielle Watkins and husband, Brian of Goreville, IL; seven grandchildren, Alexander and Avery Blankenship of Lincoln, CA, Audrey and David Blankenship of Bourbonnais, IL, Robert Neil Andersen of St. Petersburg, FL and Khloe and Kaden Watkins of Goreville, IL; mother, Dolly Mae Blankenship of Marion, IL; sister, Mona B. Carter and husband, Bruce of Marion, IL; niece, Keri Burklow and husband, Jason of Crab Orchard, IL; nephew, Damon Carter and wife, Angie of Marion, IL; great niece, Jalynn Burklow of Crab Orchard, IL, other extended family and many friends.

Funeral service was at 1:00 pm, on Friday, June 3, 2022, at Wilson-McReynolds Funeral Home, 900 North Court Street, Marion, IL, with Rev. Kevin McNeely presiding. Interment followed in Rose Hill Cemetery of Marion, IL. Pallbearers were Eric Blankenship, Brian Watkins, David Zeigler, Joshua Blankenship, Kelly Andersen and Jim Jenkins.

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*2022, Granger, Saint Joseph Co., IN, Obituary

https://www.southbendtribune.com/obituaries/psbn0214154

Gavin Lee Blankenship passed away Thursday, May 12, 2022 after succumbing to a senseless act of gun violence. He was 14 years old. Gavin was born on April 18, 2008 in Mishawaka, Indiana to Toni (Hauer) Blankenship. She survives.

Gavin was preceded in death by his grandmother, Patty Snyder.

Also surviving are Gavin’s father, Rusty Garrod; siblings, Grace and Gage Blankenship, Ian, Kaden and Kegan Garrod; grandmother, Sheila Lucas; and aunt, Sarah and Andreas Schwager.

Gavin was a lover of life, a natural protector to his family and friends, they were all that mattered to him. He was a boy in a man’s body, his mother’s “little man.” He was a fun loving prankster and jokester who loved to make people laugh. Gavin enjoyed playing football, basketball, baseball and going fishing. You could always find him riding his bike, skateboarding, or playing some kind of game with his family and friends. Gavin was an amazing artist and wanted to become a tattoo artist when he grew up. A giant hole has been left in the world with Gavin gone. He was a kind and caring soul who was taken too soon. He will be missed by many.

Visitation for Gavin will take place at the McGann Hay Granger Chapel, 13260 SR 23, Granger, enter off Cherry Rd., on Friday, May 20, 2022 from 3-8 p.m. At 6:30 there will be a time of remembrance for anyone that would like to share a story about Gavin. There will also be a Celebration of life to be determined at a later date.

+2022, Terre Haute, Vigo Co., IN, Obituary

https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/terre-haute-in/richard-blankenship-10762115

Richard Blankenship age 75, of Terre Haute, Indiana, February 11, 1947 – May 21, 2022

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+2022, Thelma, Johnson Co., KY, Obituary

https://www.jones-prestonfuneralhome.com/obituary/o-sam-blankenship

O. Sam Blankenship, age 75, of Thelma, Kentucky, passed away Tuesday, May 3, 2022 at his home. He was born April 5, 1947 in Columbus, Ohio, son of the late Rev. Oscar Blankenship and Bertha Estep Blankenship.

In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by two brothers, Von See and Gene Blankenship; and one sister, Linda Collins.

Sam is survived by his loving wife, Jeanne Burke Blankenship of Thelma, Kentucky; three sons, Steve Blankenship and wife Shonnia of Thelma, Kentucky, Matt Blankenship and wife Katie of Louisa, Kentucky and Andy Blankenship and wife Missy of Thelma, Kentucky; one daughter, Lisa Blankenship of Thelma, Kentucky; one brother, Richard Blankenship of Thelma, Kentucky; two sisters, Jettie Sue Fairchild of Thelma, Kentucky and Carol Sue Guffey of North Carolina; nine grandchildren, Nichole, Katie, Steven, Dylan, A J, Amelia, Reagan, Wyatt and Brandon; and two great-grandchildren, Jackson and Joey.

What do you call a man who was born to a humble preacher and homemaker in Columbus, Ohio and then dedicated his entire life to watching over his parents, siblings, and extended family?.........You call that man a Family Man!

What do you call a man who returned home from Vietnam with the souvenirs of war in and on his body, to complete college and work his way up from the bottom, to become President of a bank?............You call that man a Successful Business Man!

What do you call a man who spent the majority of his career developing and empowering veterans and other groups to help his community?........................You call that man a Socially Responsible Citizen!

What do you call a man who gave birth to 4 beautiful and kind children who are all gifted with his character and who blessed him with multiple grandchildren and great grandchildren who loved him and his wife Jeanne more than life itself?.........You call that man a Socially Responsible Citizen!

Funeral services will be 2:00 pm, Friday, May 6, 2022, in the Jones-Preston Funeral Chapel with Harry Neal Frisby officiating. Burial will follow at Blankenship Family Cemetery, Thelma, Kentucky. Full military honors will be conducted by Auxier Chapter 18 DAV. Jones-Preston Funeral Home.

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+2022, Belleville, Wayne Co., MI, Obituary

https://www.davidcbrownfh.com/obituary/billy-blankenship

Billy Eugene Blankenship died May 15, 2022, on his 85th Birthday, at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital, Ann Arbor, MI, with his family by his side. He was born to Arizona (Cantrell) Blankenship on May 15, 1937, and raised by His grandparents in Mouthcard, KY.

Billy worked in general maintenance at General Motors for many years. After retirement, Billy loved playing golf. He was a man of strong faith who donated a lot of his time to the Church of God. He also loved working in his yard and had a passion for the University of Kentucky Basketball. Most of all, he loved and cherished his family.

Billy was preceded in death by his parents and his granddaughter Sarah Nugent in 2020.

Billy is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Joyce Dixie (German) Blankenship. Children: Rachelle (Jeffrey) Nugent of Saline, MI, Jeffrey (Cristina) Blankenship of Westland, MI, David (Georgina) Blankenship of Van Buren Twp., MI, and Rebecca VanEvery, of North Carolina; grandchildren: Ian Nugent of Saline, MI, Sara Richter of Garden City, MI, Kyle Blankenship, and Tyler Blankenship, both of Westland, MI, Matthew Bolton of Ypsilanti, MI, Jonathan Blankenship, and Alexis Blankenship, both of Romulus, MI, Evan Van Every Jr. from Texas, and Annamarie Noland of North Carolina.

The Service will be at the Belleville Church of God/LifePoint church on Hull Road in Van Buren Township on Thursday, May 19, 2022, with a 4 PM service. A private burial will be held on Friday, May 20, 2022, at Alban Cemetery in Ypsilanti, MI.

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+2022, Cape Girardeau, Cape Girardeau Co., MO, Obituary

https://www.tributearchive.com/obituaries/24852771/patricia-ann-jackson

Patricia Ann Jackson, 70 of Cape Girardeau, Missouri passed away May 15, 2022 at Southeast Hospital in Cape Girardeau, Missouri. Pat was born January 3, 1952 to the late Alvin and Margie Watson Blankenship.

Pat worked at the Chaffee Nutrition Center delivery Meals on Wheels; she also cooked at the Mingo Wildlife Preserve for the Job Corp. She loved playing bingo, fishing, camping and karaoke.

She was preceded in death by her parents, one sister and brother in law, Carol (Norman) Held.

Pat is survived by one daughter, Lisa (Wayne) Schreckenberg of Leopold, Missouri, and one son, Stephen (Anita) Jackson of Chaffee, Missouri. Pat is further survived by five brothers; Dennis Blankenship, Bob Blankenship, Mike Blankenship, Bruce (Rhonda) Blankenship, and Gary (Sonya) Blankenship and one sister, Linda (Bob) Bailey. She is also survived by seven grandchildren, three great-grandchildren, and one great-grand son on the way as well as many nieces and nephews.

Upon Pat's wishes there will be no services. The family will have a Celebration of Life at the Chaffee Nutrition Center, May 29, 2022 at noon. McCombs Funeral Home.

+2022, Buffalo, Dallas Co., MO, Obituary

https://www.cantlonotterness.com/obituaries/Charles-Blankenship-12/#!/Obituary

Charles “Bud” Blankenship, 76, passed away May 4, 2022. He was born August 18, 1945 in Buffalo, Missouri to the late Marion and Georgia (Evans) Blankenship.

He spent most of his childhood time at his Aunt and Uncle's farm, Helen (Shelenhamer) and the late John "Junior" Nimmo, learning his early ranching skills. Bud came to Sarasota in the 80’s from Buffalo, Missouri. He was a God-fearing man who worshipped on the back of a horse. A proud member of the Missouri Foxtrotter Association, he was inducted into its Hall of Fame in 2015. He was a true cowboy in every sense and unparalleled with horses. He “gave it his all” in life, work, and family.

Left to cherish his memory are his wife of 17 years, Tori; daughter, Emily Milligan; son, Daniel Milligan and his wife Shannon; sister, Nancy Davidson and her husband Allen; and grandchildren, Leonardo, Camilo, Willa and Noah.

Graveside services will be held at 11:00 am, on Friday, May 13, 2022, in the Mt. Pleasant Cemetery under the care and direction of the Cantlon-Otterness & Viets Funeral Home of Buffalo.

+2022, California, Moniteau Co., MO, Obituary

https://www.windmillridgefuneralservice.com/obituaries/Jeffery-Blankenship-2/#!/Obituary

Jeffery Quin Blankenship, 65, of California, MO, passed away, surrounded by his family, on May 22, 2022. He was born on a hot summer's day at Latham Sanitarium on July 25, 1956, in California, Missouri, the son of Eddie and Jody (Newkirk) Blankenship.

Jeff was christened at the California United Methodist Church. In High School, Jeff participated in Track and Field, mainly as a pole vaulter. He graduated from California High School in 1974. Early in life, Jeff painted bridges for the State of Missouri and worked at various construction companies and Cargill. Later in life, he owned and operated L & J Construction and worked at Caterpillar. He loved spending time in nature and listening to and playing southern rock and roll and blues music. He was known for his "Dad" jokes and firework shows.

He was also preceded in death by his brother, Duane Blankenship, in 2008.

Along with his parents, Jeff is survived by a son, Jared Blankenship (Karmen Bennett) of Columbia; his daughter, Angela Blankenship of Boonville; two grandsons, Jackson V. and Dylan M. Blankenship; a nephew, Adam Blankenship (Courtney) of FL; and many loving aunts; uncles; family members and friends.

Memorial Services will be at 5:00 pm, on Friday, May 27, 2022, at Windmill Ridge Funeral Service, with Rev. Nicholas Van Dam officiating. Private family inurnment will be held at the California City Cemetery.

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+2022, Linwood, Davidson Co., NC, Obituary

https://www.davidsonfuneralhome.net/obituary/johnny-blankenship

Johnny Lee Blankenship, 55, of Swicegood Road in Linwood, passed away Tuesday May 3, at Atrium Wake Forest Baptist Health Center. He was born December 8, 1966 in Forsyth County to Buford Lee Blankenship Sr. and Shirley Anne Dillow Blankenship.

Johnny enjoyed watching movies, reading books and spending time with his grandson Eli. Johnny was always full of life, never met a stranger and his never ending smile was contagious. He touched many people and all that knew him will truly miss him.

Surviving are his parents Buford Lee Blankenship Sr. and Shirley Anne Dillow Blankenship; his wife, Samantha Charlene Beck Blankenship of the home; his daughter, Brooke Rhodes (Nick) of Lexington; two brothers, Buford Blankenship Jr, (Cathy) of Lexington and Charles Blankenship (Norybelle) of Arizona; and his grandson Eli Blankenship.

A funeral service will be held 4:00 pm Saturday May 7, 2022 at Lexington Church of God with Pastor Rodney Merrill and Pastor Stan Tuttle conducting services. A private burial will be held at a later date.

+2022, Kernersville, Forsyth Co., NC Obituary

https://www.hayworth-miller.com/sga/obituary/Gregory-Blankenship

Gregory Joe Blankenship, February 14, 1957 ~ May 7, 2022 (age 65)

Gregory (Thunder) Blankenship, 65, passed away peacefully at home Saturday, May 7, 2022, following a long illness. He was his mother’s best valentine’s present, born Feb. 14, 1957, in Welch, WV.

He was proceeded in death by his parents, Jimmy Harold and Peggy Anne (Brown) Blankenship, his older sister and younger brother.

Greg was a pharmaceutical delivery driver to the elderly for Rite Aid and Beckley, WV for 6 years. He loved to build and race RC cars. He was so dedicated to the craft, he missed the birth of his daughter, but made sure to bring her home a first-place trophy. He loved his rock music, sports teams, model building, Disney, Horror/sci-fi movies, and his family. Greg was lucky enough that he grew up to be a kid. Before passing, he forged a 65-year trail of laughter, generosity, wisdom, and wicked fast left turns.

Surviving is his high school sweetheart and wife of 44 ½ years, Teresa Blankenship, Daughters Tera Johnson, and husband (Josh) of Beaver, WV, Tasha Curry of Delbarton, WV, and son Timothy Blankenship and wife (Carrie) of Princeton, WV, Three Grandsons, Nathan and Christopher Blankenship of Princeton and Noah Collins of Delbarton, WV, along with his faithful dog, Koda, and cat, Rogue.

A celebration of his life will be held starting 3:00 pm, Friday, May 13, 2022 at Turn and Burn Raceway at 11141 Old US 52, Suite 2B, Winston Salem, NC 27107. Hayworth-Miller Kernersville Chapel is assisting the family.

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+2022, Ashland, Ashland Co., OH, Obituary

https://www.times-gazette.com/obituaries/pwoo0211515

Rita Sue Blankenship, 71, of Ashland, died Thursday, May 12, 2022, at her home, surrounded by her family. She was born May 10, 1951, in Ashland, Ohio to Clarence and Mary {Longden} Streit.

Rita worked as a medical assistant for Richland Surgical, of Mansfield. She attended Calvary Baptist Church. The most important thing to Rita was family, especially her children and grandchildren. She rarely missed a game, concert, or event of her grandchildren. Rita also loved tending to her plants and flowers.

Rita married Dan Blankenship on February 10, 1973. Dan went to be with the Lord on January 11, 2017.

Rita was preceded in death by her parents; two children Kristal and Brian; and grandson Mason.

Rita will be deeply missed by her children Christine (Kevin) Meeting of Ashland, and Melinda Blankenship of Columbus; daughter-in-law Leslie Blankenship of Ashland; grandchildren Kameron (Brooklyn) Meeting, Mackensi Meeting, Morgan Meeting, Madison Meeting, Addilyn Blankenship, Bryce Blankenship, and Brooklyn McRae; brother Dan (Donna) Streit; sisters Mary Lou (Richard) Rogers, Dixie (Don) Derr, Donna Harper, Sonja Adams, and Becky Beck.

Services will be at 1:00, Wednesday, at Roberts Funeral Home-Ashland Chapel, Ashland, with Pastor Harry Strachan officiating. Private burial will be at Ashland County Memorial Park.

+2022, Canton, Stark Co., OH, Obituary

https://www.cantonrep.com/obituaries/pwoo0210974

Lisa Ann Blankenship, 50, of Canton, Ohio passed away unexpectedly on May 7, 2022. She was born on February 19, 1972.

Lisa was a graduate of McKinley High School. She was known for her beautiful voice and she would always participate in singing at karaoke. Lisa was passionate about being outdoors and spent her time camping, fishing, and boating. Most importantly, she loved her daughter very much and the two were inseparable. Lisa will be deeply missed by her family and all who loved her and had the pleasure of knowing her.

Lisa is preceded in death by her father; Terry Hickman, brother; Michael Shundry, Stepdad; John Werner, and life-long companion; Craig Kehner.

She is survived by her loving daughter; Heather (with Fiance Darin Helmick) Blankenship, sister; Angela McMillen (Shundry), and mother; Joyce Davis.

Memorial Calling Hours will be held on Friday, May 20th, at the Reed Funeral Home Canton Chapel from 11AM to 1PM.

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+2022, Tulsa, Tulsa Co., OK, Obituary

https://www.garykelleyafs.com/obituary/drucilla-blankenship

Drucilla Kay Blankenship, 74, homemaker and resident of Tulsa, Oklahoma, passed away Sunday, May 15, 2022. She was born Thursday, August 7, 1947 in Tulsa, Oklahoma to Kenneth Burton and Mary Ellen (Trumbull) Burton.

No services scheduled at this time.

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2022, Portland, Multnomah Co., OR, Obituary

https://www.rosecityfuneralhome.com/obituary/David-Blankenship

David Blankenship, May 10, 2022

We are deeply sorry for your loss - the staff at Rose City Cemetery & Funeral Home

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+2022, Kline, Barnwell Co., SC, Obituary

https://www.keithsmithfuneralservice.com/obituaries/Orley-Eugene-Blakenship?obId=24784755#/celebrationWall

Orley Eugene Blankenship, 78 [December 17, 1943], of Kline, SC, died Wednesday, May 4, 2022. He was a native of Ponce-De-Leon, FL. and the son of the late James and Thelma Mussellwhite Blankenship.

He was a U.S. Army Veteran, attended Mt. Arnon Baptist Church and was the owner of Blankenship Electrical Company. Eugene worked hard but his passion was fishing and hunting.

He was predeceased buy one brother, Charles Blankenship; two sisters, Joanne Riggen and Verlan Minchew.

Family members include his wife Mary Bennett Blankenship; two sons, Todd Blankenship (Cynthia) and Barry Blakenship (Brenda); grandchildren, Jason, Tiffany, Josh, Garon (Laura) and Evan Todd (Tori); great-grandchildren, Trinity, Jenavieve, Tallen, Kaston, Alyssa, Kiana and Adelyn; brothers, James Allen Blankenship, William Blankenship (Reba) and Fred Blankenship (Marlene); one great-great grandchild on the way.

Graveside Funeral Services will be 11:00 am, Saturday, May 7, 2022, at Mt. Arnon Baptist Church Cemetery with the Reverend Timothy Gunnells officiating. Keith Smith Funeral Service, 128 Water Street, Allendale, SC.

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+2022, Boerne, Kendall Co., TX, Obituary

https://www.ebensberger-fisher.com/obituaries/Selma-H-Blankenship?obId=24913952

Selma H. Blankenship of Boerne, Texas, passed away peacefully at home on May 15, 2022, at the age of 83. She was born March 26, 1939 in Washington, DC, to the late Sol and Alice Marie Ripkin.

Selma worked for several national and regional telephone companies in Maryland and Florida before retiring. She and Jim also lived in Alabama before his death and her move to Boerne, Texas. She loved reading novels and had a large collection of cookbooks. She had a love/hate relationship with her computer, electronic picture frame, and smartphone that she used to keep track of her extended family and longtime friends. Her friends saw her as quiet, not very confident...but with a reservoir of strength that was amazing in difficult times. They loved her sweetness and knew that once you were her friend, that lasted forever. Those we love don’t go away. They walk beside us every day unseen, unheard, but always near. Still loved, still missed, and forever dear.

She is preceded in death by her husband James (Jim) Blankenship.

She is survived by her brothers, Joseph (Joe) Ripkin and his wife Phyllis of Boerne, Texas, and Frank Ripkin and his wife Elena of Millsboro, Delaware. Her extended family includes nephews: Scott, Brett, Justin, and Matthew and, by marriage, Layton and Hunter Hayes. She is also survived by grandnieces: Alexis, Elizabeth and Lindsey; and grandnephews: Joshua, Garrett, and Korben.

A memorial service will be held at 2:00 pm, on June 2, 2022, at St. John Lutheran Church Boerne, Texas. Arrangements with Ebensberger-Fisher Funeral Home of Boerne.

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+2022, Kerrville, Kerr Co., TX, Obituary

https://www.grimesfuneralchapels.com/memorialpage.asp?id=25615

Lytle Houston Blankenship passed away peacefully at home on May 24, 2022. He was born on March 1, 1927 in Campbellton, Texas to Sidney and Amanda Blankenship.

Lytle graduated from Pleasanton, Texas and joined the Navy at the end of World War II. Upon receiving an honorable discharge, he returned to Campbellton and then hitchhiked to College Station with a brother and friend. He graduated from Texas A&M College in 1950 with a B.S. in Wildlife Management. He received a Master of Science from University of Minnesota and then went to Michigan State University to complete his Ph.D. in Wildlife Management.

Lytle was fortunate to have traveled around the world to North America, South America, Southeast Asia, the Caribbean, and Africa. He received an opportunity to work in Kenya in 1969 and moved the family to Nairobi, Kenya. He worked there for 3 years and indicated in his book that those were some of the most rewarding years of wildlife research.

He was a member of The Wildlife Society and served as a Section Representative and President from 1986-1988. He was an avid birder and served as the Region V Director for the Texas Ornithological Society. He was also a member of the Lions Club International and served as District Governor in 1981 and was instrumental in establishing the Lions Sight and Research Foundation.

He also spent countless hours serving at various churches where the family lived, even in Nairobi, Kenya. He was a member of the First Baptist Church Kerrville and enjoyed the fellowship and compiling stories and prayer requests for his Sunday school class.

He was predeceased by his parents, 15 brothers and sisters, and one son Kerry Jon Blankenship.

He is survived by his wife Margaret (Luecke) Blankenship and son Terry Blankenship and his wife Ann, of Sinton, Jerry Alan Blankenship and wife Etta, of Ingram, and Sheri Ann Steward and husband Brett, of Denton; 8 grandchildren, Benjamin Blankenship, Matthew Blankenship, Jacob Blankenship, Lindsey Monroe, Katie Blankenship, Jeremy Steward, Micaela Steward, and Jared Steward.

Services will be at the First Baptist Church in Kerrville at 11:00 am. Friday May 27th.

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+2022, Oakwood, Buchanan Co., VA, Obituary

https://www.tributearchive.com/obituaries/24921422/james-w-blankenship

James W. Blankenship, 75 years of age of Oakwood, VA went to be with the Lord on Monday, May 23, 2022 surrounded by his family. Born August 8, 1946 in Richlands, VA he was one of fourteen children of the late Dick Richard Blankenship and Jenny Catherine Hess Blankenship.

James was a disabled coal miner and was a member of the Harvest Outreach Church of Keen Mountain, VA. He liked to watch wrestling and Gunsmoke, collecting old model cars. He loved to sow on canvas, especially making crosses and churches. He was a humbled man, dedicated Christian and played the base in church. He was a loving husband, father and brother. I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith: 2 Timothy 4:7

In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his infant sisters Gladys, Gertrude and Betty, sisters Goldie Edith Hicks and Dollie Gracie Hale; Brothers Estil Clair, Robert Lee, Luther A. (Luke), Ben Henley, Floyd Junior, Bill Sterling, and Linkous Lacy.

He is survived by his wife of 50 years, 7 months, 23 days, Brenda Justice Blankenship of Oakwood, VA; Daughters Loretta (James) Osborne and Stella Blankenship of Oakwood VA; Brother Brady Blankenship of Rosedale, VA; and several nieces and nephews; and a very special friend that has been there for him and helped care for him, Ernie Stiltner.

Funeral services will be conducted at 11:00 am, on Friday, May 27, 2022 at the Shortridge-Ramey Funeral Home of Keen Mountain, VA with Pastor Roger Pete Woods officiating. Burial will follow in the Blankenship Cemetery on Training Field Road, Page Hollow, Oakwood, VA. Family and friends will serve as active pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers will be Delman Thacker, Kelly Justice, Bobby Hicks, Cecil Blankenship, Estil Ratliff, Jason Stiltner, Larry J. Greene, Vernon Scarberry, and members of the Harvest Outreach Church at Keen Mountain, VA.

+2022, Martinsville City, VA, Obituary

https://www.wrightfuneralservices.net/obituaries/Mary-Blankenship-13/#!/Obituary

Mary Pearl Williams Blankenship, 76, of Martinsville, passed away Monday, May 16, 2022, at SOVAH Health of Martinsville. She was born September 27, 1945, in New Bern, North Carolina, to the late Charles Edward Williams, Sr. and Ida Dixon Williams.

She was a member of Broad Street Christian Church.

Mary is survived by her daughter, Elizabeth Blankenship Helbert (Robert); son, Mark Blankenship (Deborah); sister, Diane Setliff (Bobby); and brother, Charles Williams.

All services will be private. Wright Funeral Service & Crematory

+2022, Roanoke City, VA, Obituary

https://www.westfuneralhomeky.com/obituary/Clarence-Blankenship

Clarence “Hammer” Blankenship Jr., age 39 of Roanoke, VA. formerly of Phelps, Ky. departed this life on May 24, 2022, at his home. Born March 4, 1983, in South Williamson, KY, the son of the late Clarence Blankenship Sr. and Patricia Blankenship of Phelps, Ky.

Besides his mother he leaves to mourn his passing one son Kenneth Michael Blankenship of Stopover, Ky. Daughters, Savannah L. Blankenship of Phelps, Ky. and Kyra Lynn Blankenship of Stopover, Ky. and a sister, Brenda Gail Blankenship of Phelps, Ky. and one Uncle Monty Blankenship. He also leaves Friends Hilda Francis, and Steven Hamilton. Special Cousins, Carl Hamilton, Annie Stump, Lisa Blankenship, Andy Layne and a host of others. He loved animals, riding his four-wheeler, but most of all he loved spending time with his family and friends.

Special services at 7:00 pm on June 11, 2022, with Clergymen, Odis Blankenship and Robert Coleman officiating. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 pm, June 12, 2022, in the Jones & West Funeral Home chapel. Interment will follow at Blankenship Whispering Hills Cemetery in Camp Creek at Stopover, KY.

+2022, Wytheville, Wythe Co., VA, Obituary

https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/swvatoday/name/jerry-blankenship-obituary?id=34733495

Jerry Blankenship, age 66, of Wytheville, formerly of Buchanan County, VA, passed away on Thursday May 12, 2022. He was born in Grundy, VA, to the late Cloyd and Della Mounts Blankenship on April 18, 1954.

Jerry was a loving father, grandfather and loved spending time with his family. He enjoyed fishing, playing music, was an avid hunter and a person of the Pentecostal faith.

Jerry was preceded in death by his grandson, Timothy Dwayne Blankenship; brother, Billy Ray Blankenship; and three sisters, Mamie Sue Tiller, Bernice Crouse, and Annie Smith.

He survived by his ex-wife of 34 years and loving caregiver, Linda Blankenship; three sons, Jerry Dwayne Blankenship and wife, Tonia, of Wytheville, Anthony Michael Blankenship and Beth of Wytheville, and Danny Adams of Bluefield, WV; seven grandchildren, Cameron Seth Blankenship, Joshua Adam Blankenship and wife, Haley of Wytheville, Wendell Blake Blankenship of Chesterfield, VA, Jacob Aaron Blankenship of Wytheville, Elizabeth Grace Jordan of Tazewell, VA, Jeremiah Dwayne Blankenship and Brayden Michael Blankenship of Wytheville; four sisters and brothers-in-law, Katie and Ralph Smith of Rural Retreat, VA, Judy Justus of Chilhowie, VA, Thelma and Terry Hubbard of Adwolfe, VA, and Cynthia Burge of Marion, VA; two brothers and sisters-in-law, Bobby and Rema Blankenship of Flat Top, W.VA, and Ronnie and Kathy Blankenship of Chilhowie, VA; several nieces and nephews, friends and relatives.

First funeral service will be held 6 pm, Saturday, May 14, 2022, at Grubb Funeral Home Chapel with the Reverend Scotty Max Field officiating. Second funeral service will be held 2 pm, Sunday, May 15, 2022, at the Grubb Funeral Home with the Reverend Andy Presley officiating. Interment will follow in the Mt View Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 4 to 6 p.m. Saturday at the Grubb Funeral Home. Published by SWVA Today on May 14, 2022.

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*2022, Huntington, Cabell Co., WV, Obituary

https://www.regerfuneralhome.com/obituaries/Teresa-Michelle-Blankenship?obId=25070936

Teresa Michelle Blankenship, January 4, 1972 - May 31, 2022

Teresa Michelle Blankenship, 50, of Huntington, WV, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, May 31st, 2022.

She was preceded in death by her mom, Betty Sue Wells and sister Dottie Jean Blankenship.

She is survived by her daughter Megan Blankenship, brother Brandon Blankenship, step dad Keith Wells, sisters; niece Brooklyn Wells and nephew Kameron Wells along with a host of other nieces and nephews.

There will be no services at this time. www.regerfh.com.

+2022, Indian Creek, Monroe Co., WV, Obituary

http://staffordfamilyfuneralhome.com/

Willie A. "Bo" Blankenship, 85, of Indian Creek, WV, gained his wings on Thursday, May 12, 2022 at Raleigh General Hospital, Beckley, WV. He was born on February 19, 1937 in Blackie, VA a son of the late Monroe and Stella Mullens Blankenship.

Bo is a lifelong resident of Wyoming County. His hobbies include hunting, fishing, four wheeling, feeding his pet squirrels and spending time with his loved ones.

In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by a grandson Jamie Atwell, sister and brother in law Gene and Shirley Starkey, niece Rebecca Starkey, and nephew Rick Vereen.

Those left to cherish his memory are a son Terry Blankenship and wife Jackie of Indian Creek, a granddaughter Natasha Baugh, a grandson Gary Atwell, three great grandchildren Jailey, Jaiden and Jace, brothers Ernie Blankenship and wife Jane of Indian Creek and Chuck Blankenship and wife Julie of Palmer, AK, sisters Ruth Vereen of Princeton, Betty Wright and husband Donnie of Daniels, leaving behind his special sister and caretaker and special brother in law Thomas and Joann Sizemore of Indian Creek, special nephew Chad Sizemore of Indian Creek, and a host of nieces, nephews and other loving family and friends.

Funeral service will be held at 1 pm on Monday, May 16th in the Chapel of Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV with Rev. Leonard Sizemore officiating. He will be laid to rest in Palm Memorial Gardens, Matheny, WV. Pallbearers will be family and friends.

+2022, Josephine, Raleigh Co., WV, Obituary

https://www.roseandquesenberry.net/obituary/james-blankenship

James R. “Jimmy" Blankenship, age 57, of Josephine, WV passed away on Thursday, May 5, 2022, at Raleigh General Hospital in Beckley. Born on September 13, 1964, in Welch, WV, he was the son of the late James F. Blankenship and Judith Stewart Blankenship.

Jimmy was a dedicated coal truck driver for Legend Trucking Company for twenty years. Jimmy was a beloved father and wonderful granddad.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister Sharon Mullins.

Those left to cherish his memory include his significant other, Tammy Yearout. Three daughters, Nikki Gillispie, Jackie Justice, and Tina Lilly; two sons, Paul Wilson and Cody Wilson; a brother Mike Blankenship; twelve grandchildren, Mackenzie, Luke, Dale, Morgan, Jaydon, Elijah, Laken, Cooper, Presley, Tyslon, Thomas, and Gracie.

A memorial service will be held at Rose and Quesenberry Peace Chapel in Beckley at 4 pm, on Saturday, May 14, 2022, with Pastor Paul Chapman officiating.

+2022, Midway, Raleigh Co., WV, Obituary

https://www.calfeefuneralhome.com/obituaries/brian-blankenship

Brian Edward Blankenship, 17, of Midway, passed away Tuesday, May 24, 2022. Born March 11, 2005, in Beckley he was the son of Brian Keith Blankenship and Kelley Ann Blankenship of Midway.

Brian loved playing football whether it be outside or inside on his Xbox with friends. He enjoyed going to the gym and cherished the time spent fishing with his uncle.

Brian was preceded in death by his grandparents, Phyllis and Ed Lafferty and Harry Blankenship.

Besides his parents Brian is survived by a sister, Cheyann Blankenship and her companion, Zach Grimmett of Midway; brother, Hunter Blankenship of Midway; grandmothers, Polly Shrewsburry of Itmann, WV and Joanna Blankenship of Basin, WV; uncles, Scotty Lafferty and his wife Donnie of Pine Branch, WV, Jesse Lafferty of Charleston, WV and Harry Blankenship and his wife Brandy of Matoaka, WV; aunt, Heather Woodson of Itmann, WV; stepdad, Marc Bandy of Midway; cousin, Krista Lafferty of Pine Branch, WV along with a host of cousins, aunts, uncles and other family.

Funeral service will be 1:00 pm, Wednesday, June 1, 2022, at Calfee Funeral Home with Rev. Kenny Lambert officiating. Burial will follow in Shrewsbury Cemetery, Basin. Pallbearers will be Zach Grimmett, Brady Grimmett, Dave Treadway, Harry Blankenship, Jason McGinnis and James Woodson.

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

https://www.morrisfuneralhome.com/obituaries/Charles-Edward-Blankenship?obId=24820925#/obituaryInfo

Charles Edward “Big Ed” Blankenship, 51 of Wayne, WV passed away, Monday, May 09, 2022 at Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House in Huntington, WV. He was born November 25, 1970 in Huntington, WV, a loving son of Carolyn Sue Ashworth Blankenship of Wayne, WV and the late Carl Edward Blankenship.

Also preceding him in death were his grandparents, Fisher and Mabel Tooley Blankenship, Charles Claude Ashworth, and Imo Rosalie Graham Ashworth.

Additional survivors include two daughters, Elizabeth Ann Blankenship of Wayne, WV, and Emily Sue Blankenship (Nathan Marshall) of Wayne, WV; one sister, Carla Sue Blankenship Johnson (William) of Moneta, VA; special friends Raymond Abbott(Jessica), Colton Abbott, John and Debbie Rice, Michael Stephens along with many special neighbors and friends too numerous to mention.

Funeral Services will be conducted 12:00 pm, Saturday, May 14, 2022 with Pastor Garrett Hale officiating. Burial will follow at White Chapel Memorial Gardens in Barboursville, WV. Morris Funeral Home, Wayne, WV.