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*2022, Grovetown, Columbia Co., GA, Obituary

https://www.starlingfuneralhome.com/obituaries/Patricia-Blankenship-5/#!/Obituary

Patricia Luke Blankenship, age 65 [1957], entered into rest at her home in Grovetown on July 28, 2022.

She worked as the front desk coordinator in the hair salon at JB White's for over 20 years. She has served her cleaning customers under her service Mama's Angels across the CSRA since 2000. As an Augusta native, she was well known and loved by many in our community.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Amos and Jackie Luke; her son, Joshua Luke Brown; her brother, Tere Luke; and her sister, Vickie Rogers.

She is survived by her daughters, Carla (Donald) Allen, Amanda (Daniel) Jones, and Jennifer (Tracy) Kitchens; as well as her daughters in heart Julie Rogers, Donna (Nick) Sanders and Stacy (Jason) Jenkins; her uncle, Carl (Patricia) Pittman; her life partner, Tommy Giddens; she leaves behind a legacy in her grandchildren, Taylor Jones, Joshua Jones, Shelby Allen-Sakers, Casey Allen, Jace Allen, Jayme Kitchens, Charlee Kitchens, Isaiah Love, Devin Love, Kaylie Sanders, Cassie Jo Sanders, Tristan Atkinson, Maleigh Watts, Colton Rogers and Parker Tharpe; additionally her sisters by choice, Donna Jones, Patti Norris, Renee Kirk as well as a host of other family and friends.

Funeral Services will be in the chapel at Bellevue Memorial Gardens at 10:00 am on Monday, August 1, with interment to follow. Pallbearers will be Jayme Kitchens, Isaiah Love, Devin Love, Tristan Atkinson, Joshua Jones, and Clayton Jones. Honorary pallbearers are Parker Tharpe, and Bart Jeffcoat. Starling Funeral Home in Harlem.

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

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

Dolly Mae Blankenship, age 92, of Marion, IL, passed away peacefully at 2:00 a.m. on Wednesday, July 27, 2022, in the Shawnee Christian Living and Rehabilitation Center of Herrin, IL. She was born on April 5, 1930, at home in an area known as South Bend located north and west of Cambria, IL, in Jackson County, the daughter of Virgil and Mary (Vaughn) Palmer.

Dolly attended school in Herrin, IL, and was a graduate of Herrin High School. She was united in marriage to Earl Blankenship, Jr. on March 12, 1949, in Marion, IL, and together they shared over 28 years of marriage until his death on May 18, 1977.

Early in her working career she worked for her brother, Lavern at his business, Palmer Drugs of Marion, and helped out on a part time at the family business E. Blankenship and Company of Marion. The majority of her lifetime she remained at home seeing to the needs of her family and managing her home.

She was very involved in the activities of her children; Earl, Neil and Mona who were very active in sports. She also was a part of the Williamson County Homemakers Extension Group and enjoyed quilting, crocheting and many other types of crafts. She enjoyed the many times the family would be together and enjoyed hearing about all the many different activities going on in their lives. The many memories created will now be cherished by those she leaves behind.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband; two sons, Earl Blankenship, III and Neil Blankenship; four brothers, Richard Palmer, Joe Palmer, James Palmer and Lavern Palmer and two sisters, Betty Stevens and Dorothy Parker.

She is survived by her daughter, Mona B. Carter and husband, Bruce of Marion; six grandchildren, Keri Burklow and husband, Jason of Dykersburg, IL, Damon Carter and wife, Angie of Marion, IL, 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, Alexis Danielle Watkins and husband, Brian of Goreville, IL; eight great grandchildren, Jalynn Burklow of Dykersburg, IL, 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; sister, Clodine Parks of FL; brother, Curtis Palmer of FL, other extended family and many friends.

The graveside committal service will be at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, July 30, 2022, in Rose Hill Cemetery of Marion, IL, with Rev. Ivan Ryan presiding. Interment will follow next to her husband, Earl Blankenship, Jr. Wilson-McReynolds Funeral Home, Marion, IL.

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+2022, Paducah, McCracken Co., KY, Obituary

https://www.pettusrowlandfh.com/obituary/janica-jade-scott

Janica Jade Blankenship Scott, December 1, 1994 - July 7, 2022

On Thursday, July 7, 2022, Janica Jade Blankenship Scott received her wings to fly home to glory. Janica passed away peacefully at her home at the age of 27.

Janica leaves behind to cherish her memories A Devoted Special Companion of Several Years, Jeffrey Hayden of Paducah, KY who provided for her and her family; One Daughter An’Niyah Scott (9) and One Son, Lucas Scott (7), both of Paducah, KY; Her Mother, Lisa Blankenship (Kassemeby) of Valparaiso, FL; Her Father, Michael Jackson (Kristen) of Paducah, KY; Paternal Grandmother, Ruth Ann Jones of Nashville, TN; Five Sisters; Linzee Mills, Mariah Blankenship and Hailey Blankenship, all of Paducah, KY, Brooklyn Jackson of West Paducah, KY, Maciah Jackson of Blackwell, OK and Four Brothers, Jontay Blankenship of Joppa, IL, Jason Dean of Metropolis, IL, Trentin Dassing and Jaden Menser, both of Marion, IL; Several Aunts, Uncles, Nieces, Nephews and Cousins.

Janica was the proud mother of two children, and they gave her a reason to fight for life. She treasured every moment with them. Janica also loved her Nana, Janice Blankenship, that she was preceded in death by wholeheartedly. Janica had always had a sisterly bond that was unbreakable between her and Mariah, Hailey and Jontay. It was a relationship that most people definitely never understood. However, Janica was always like a little mother hen to the Blankenship siblings. Janica would always tell her sisters, “I got you; you can come back here.”

Janica graduated from Massac County High School in 2013.

Janica helped her boyfriend with running his business. Also, Janica loved being outside planting flowers. This year she had already planted 27 sunflowers. Sunflowers were her favorite flower.

Janica was preceded in death by her maternal grandmother, Janice Blankenship and her paternal grandfather, Ronald Jones.

Funeral services are scheduled for Monday, July 18, 2022, 11:00 a.m. at Pettus Rowland Funeral Home with Reverend Alfred Anderson officiating. Burial will follow in Oak Grove Cemetery.

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+2022, Elkton, Cecil Co., MD, Obituary

https://www.cecildaily.com/obituaries/earl-ray-blankenship/article_d2c9a07c-ccee-5105-9d2b-af21996ad32e.html

Earl Ray Blankenship, age 74, of Elkton, MD passed away on Sunday, July 10, 2022. He was born on June 26, 1948 in Bartley, WV to the late Dewey Blankenship and Mary Jane (Asbury) Blankenship.

Ray enjoyed working on lawn mowers and working in his yard. He liked muscle cars, crabbing, and fishing, and working on puzzles. If you knew Ray, you would love him. His greatest joy in life was spending time with his grandchildren and family. Ray will always be remembered for his good laughs and stories he would tell. He will be dearly missed by all who knew him.

In addition to his parents, Ray is preceded in death by his step-son, Gregory Langshaw.

Ray is survived by his wife of 49 years, Joan P. Blankenship; son, Allen Blankenship and his wife, Kelly; step-daughter, Dee McNaughton and her husband, Kenneth; two step-sons: Joe Langshaw and his wife, Eunice and Larry Langshaw and his girlfriend, Lauren; sister, Kay; fifteen grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren.

A celebration of Ray's life will be held at 2:00 pm, on Sunday, July 17, 2022 at R.T. Foard Funeral Home, 259 East Main Street, Elkton, MD. Burial will be held privately.

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2022, Freeland, Saginaw Co., MI, Obituary

https://cremationsocietymidmi.com/tribute/details/14139/Philip-Blankinship/obituary.html

Philip Ariel Blankinship of Freeland, Michigan, passed away on July 19, 2022 at the age of 75. He was born on December 4, 1946 to the late Edward and Freda Blankinship in Detroit, Michigan.

Philip was a member of the Disabled American Veterans and Freeland Assembly of God Church. He enjoyed music, playing the organ, being a clown for kids' church activities and in his younger years jogging and riding his bike. He proudly began serving in the Navy in 1966 and continued to serve for four years after. He enjoyed working at the VA hospital where he was a janitor.

Philip was predeceased by his brother, Edward Wilson, brother-in-law and best friend, Richard Losee, and father-in-law, Harold Losee.

Philip is survived by his wife, Kathy Blankinship, his son, Michael Blankinship, his daughter and son-in-law, Elizabeth and Scott Terrian, his grandchildren, Alexis, Hannah, and Jeffrey Terrian. He is also survived by his sister in-laws, Dixie, Lori (John), Julie (Bryan), Karen (Charlie), and many nieces and nephews.

A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 am, Saturday, July 23, 2022 at Freeland Assembly of God located at 284 East Washington Road Freeland, Michigan 48623 with Pastor Tom Wirtz officiating. Cremation Society of Mid-Michigan.

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+2022, Albany, Gentry Co., MO, Obituary

https://www.newspressnow.com/obituaries/blankenship-william-j-1947-2022-albany-mo/article_5b4c17d3-ecca-5ccd-a506-42e586fee010.html

William "Bill" Joseph Blankenship, born Feb. 25, 1947, passed away July 2, 2022. Bill lived in St. Joseph for 73 years. Having moved to Albany, Missouri, in 2020 to be closer to his beloved grandchildren.

In 1968 he married Linda R. Cobb who survives him. Together they raised two daughters, Rachel Blankenship-Irving (Stan) and Sara Fish (Thomas).

Bill was a veteran, having served in the Navy during Vietnam and in the Reserves when he returned home. He worked for Chicago Northwestern Railroad and retired from Varco-Pruden as a welder. He was an avid car collector. Throughout his 54-year marriage to Linda, she estimates that they had over 80 cars. He was a hunter, enjoyed fishing and had fond memories of Uncle Gene's farm from when he was a boy. He enjoyed country life. He enjoyed his family. He will be missed.

He was preceded in death by his parents, George and Virginia (McClanahan); sister, Dola Ross; and brother, Robert; sisters-in-law, Carol Adams and Nora Cobb; brothers-in-law, Chuck Adams and Mike Cobb.

He is survived by Rachel Blankenship-Irving (Stan) and Sara Fish (Thomas); two grandchildren, Keeleigh and William; grandchildren by love, Diamond Simone, Shado Ross, Dezmon Grier and Jazz Irving; three great-grandchildren by love, Sa'Faiya Ross, Ti'Avian and Ja'Kobi Simone. Bill is also survived by his nieces, Christy Cordonnier (Todd), Amy Wion (Chad); nephews, Aaron Adams (RandiSue) and Scott Cobb (Mary) and their children.

Farewell Services and Public Livestream 10 am, Friday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Inurnment Memorial Park Cemetery.

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+2022, West Point, Clay Co., MS, Obituary

https://www.robinsonfh.net/obituaries/bill-blankenship

Willian Earl Blankenship went to be with our Lord and Savior on July 15, 2022. He was born April 13, 1933 to the late William Lawrence Blankenship and Alma McDaniel Blankenship.

He attended school at Artesia and went on to join the Army at age 17 during the Korean War. He worked for Remple/Blazon as maintenance repairman for 30 years before retiring. He led a very active life staying busy after retirement. He served as Clay County fire coordinator, also served as volunteer for Tibbee volunteer fire department. He was a member of Faith Baptist church and served faithfully as long as he was able.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife of over 50 years, Yvonne (Lucy) Blankenship; sons, Lane Blankenship, J.C (Buddy) Johnson; grandson, Garry Johnson.

He is survived by sons, Mickey Blankenship (Diane) of TX, Charlie Johnson (Nancy) of West Point; sister, Gina Cates (Tony); granddaughter who took care of him the last year, Tammy Ryals; 10 grandchildren, 18 great grandchildren and 17 great great grandchildren.

Funeral services will be at 4 PM Monday July 18, 2022 at Faith Baptist Church with Bro Ben Yarber and John Blankenship conducting. Burial will follow at Mayhew Cemetery. Serving as pallbearers will be Trevor Blankenship, Dalton Gore, David Cox, Tanner Langley, Jody Cox, Jeffrey Blankenship, Tristan Martin, Bentley Martin. Honorary pallbearers are Tony Cates, Donnie Domino, Bill Ladd, Wayne Kuykendall, Stanley Bramlett, Tommy Doughty, Danny Ivy, Red Rhea, George Bailey, Ken Brown, Lynwood Prescott, Skeeter Smith, all volunteer fire Department past and present, all staff at NMMC-Tupelo 3rd floor south.

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+2022, Fuquay Varina, Wake Co., NC, Obituary

https://www.singletonfuneralservice.com/obituaries/LaVerne--Ann-Blankenship?obId=25489604

LaVerne Ann Blankenship, 68, passed away at her home in Fuquay Varina, NC on Friday, July 29, 2022. Born March 28, 1954, in Trenton, NJ but was raised in Richlands, VA and was the daughter of the late Lawrence and Dolores Blankenship.

She retired in April of 2021 in Property Management from Camden Management. She was a 1971 graduate of Richlands High School. Some people live their whole lives trying to fit in and be like everyone else. Then there are others, who are fiercely independent, chase their dreams with abandon and make their mark in the world. LaVerne was the latter. She was driven to be successful in the business world and was a mentor to many who will follow in her footsteps. She was a protective mother, caring for her children and helping them grow into responsible adults who make a positive difference in the lives of others. She was not a person who sugar-coated the truth. If you wanted (and sometimes if you didn't) her opinion on a matter, you'd better be prepared to hear what she thought - no holds barred. She loved her children, her grandchildren and her special canine companion without reservation and they loved her. When all is said and done, the love remains.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her nephew, Richard Dale Lester.

Those left to cherish her memory include 1 daughter, Melissa Brakefield Robinette and husband Brian of Claypool Hill, VA.; 1 son, Brian Alan Barry and wife Emily of Lexington, KY; 4 grandchildren, Hayden Barry, Amelia Barry, Molly Barry, and Colleen Barry; 1 sister, Renee Donnarumma of Fairlawn, VA.; 1 brother, Larry Blankenship Jr. and wife Nancy of Roanoke, VA.; 3 nieces, Dawn Shrader and son Tyler Bosstick, Jen Wolz and husband Trey, Veronica Blankenship; 1 nephew, Charles Shrader and wife Meredith and their children, Ethan and Kaitlyn.; stepmother, Sudie Blankenship.

A memorial service will be conducted at 7:00 P.M. Thursday, August 4, 2022 at the Singleton Funeral Service Chapel in Cedar Bluff, Virginia with Mr. Bobby Adkins officiating.

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2022, Cleveland, Cuyahoga Co., OH, Obituary

http://www.bicanbros.com/obituary/jerry-blankenship

Jerry “Randy” Blankenship Age 74 [January 12, 1948] passed away July 5, 2022, in Cleveland, Ohio.

He is preceded in death by his parents Dolly Sierleja and Claude Blankenship and his brother Wayne Blankenship.

He is survived by his sister Susan Rutkowski (Andy) his children Donna Blankenship, Brian Blankenship (Heather), Kristy Soukup (Kenneth), and Randi Marie Blankenship. Grandfather to Taylor, Brian, Mark, Breonna, Tyler, Kristofer, Kaden, Shaine, and Theadora. Uncle to many.

The family will hold a private service.

+2022, Coal Grove, Lawrence Co., OH, Obituary

https://www.irontontribune.com/2022/07/05/gary-blankenship/

Gary “Todd” Blankenship, 57, died July 1, 2022, in Russell County, Kentucky. He was born July 27, 1964,

He was graduated from Dawson-Bryant High School in 1982, where he was an outstanding member of the Coal Grove Hornet football team. He spent most of his career as a lineman and supervisor for American Electric Power. He became the leader of his beloved AEP work family and took this position very seriously, where he was friend first, colleague and champion for all their endeavors.Todd loved the outdoors and was a licensed pilot where he could enjoy our beautiful area up above. He also loved boating with his girls and dear friends, Shawn and DeAnna Holliday and boys, whom he also thought of as family. His athleticism showed in all the many outdoor sports activities he enjoyed, among them snow skiing and water skiing, and yet he was also the hardest worker anyone knew. He was very talented in music and at creating, whether it be building a home to rebuilding a car. He was a “world champion” teacher and took pride in that title. Most of all, he was a friend to everyone.

He is survived by his mother, Judy Blankenship, and is now with his father, Gary. He is also survived by his wife and life partner of twenty-seven years, Tomi Blankenship; and his daughters whom he adored, Holli Swarts (Tanner Heaberlin, Ellen, Lucian and Vivian) and Hannah Blankenship (Gianni Zizzi); his mother and father-in-law, Tom and Linda Mcknight, who thought of him as a son; sisters, Dana Blankenship, Julie (Danny) Walter, Shelli (Chris) Bauer; brothers, Rich (Carla) Blankenship, Barry Blankenship (Denise Paulus), and Kyle McKnight; uncles, Larry Blankenship and Jim (Nina) Waller; aunts, Mick Horner, June Huff, Brenda (Ted) Taylor, Glenda Marshall, Sherry (Danny) Brammer; 30 nieces and nephews; and numerous cousins, all whom he loved.

Our family will be receiving friends and loved ones at the Dawson-Bryant Middle School gymnasium on Wednesday, noon-2 p.m. The memorial service will be immediately following, with a burial at Ice Creek Cemetery. O’Keefe-Baker Funeral Home.

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+2022, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma Co., OK Obituary

https://www.okcremation.com/obituary/Lois-Hill

Lois Irene (Blankenship) Hill, October 24, 1930 ~ July 13, 2022 (age 91)

On July 13th, 2022, Lois went to be with her heavenly Father to join a host of family and friends waiting to greet her. Lois Hill was born on October 24th, 1930 in Atoka, Oklahoma to Ted and Margaret Blankenship.

Lois’s father, Ted, was a pitcher for the Chicago White Sox playing from 1922 to 1930. While in Chicago, he met Margaret Mary Flood who was a secretary to a movie producer. They married and together they had two daughters, Sallie and Lois. They later moved home to his family’s ranch in Atoka where Lois was born and raised.

Lois married Derry James Hogue in Atoka, Oklahoma and together they had one daughter, Phyllis Kay Hogue Anderson, born November 21, 1948. Lois later moved to Edmond, Oklahoma and worked at Oklahoma City University where she influenced the life of many. She loved gardening and her dogs.

Lois is preceded in death by her parents, her daughter Phyllis, her sister Sallie, and the love of her life, Steve.

She is survived by her two grandchildren Christopher Anderson, wife Lindsay of Edmond, OK, and Brant Lemmer, wife Jennifer of Dawsonville, GA, as well as 8 great-grandchildren, Faith, Raine, Wyatt, Laine, Rhett, Dax, Destynee, and Trust, and many friends.

+2022, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma Co., OK, Obituary

https://www.ingramsmithturner.com/obituary/Beverly-Blankenship

Beverly Ann Blankenship passed away on July 24, 2022, in Oklahoma City at the age of 88. Beverly was born to parents Harvey Piper and Lucille Piper on September 11, 1933, in Oklahoma City.

She grew up in Oklahoma City where she met her dear Charlie, and they were married for 53 years. Together they raised 6 children whom they loved very much. Throughout Beverly's life, she was known for her faith in God and being an amazing mother who had a true craft for cooking. We all loved Mamas sourdough pancakes and those fried tacos are on all our family menus. Mama was a true artist in the kitchen, and there was always enough food for everyone. Beverly will be missed by all who knew her and loved her including all her lifelong friends in Nocona Texas and in Yukon.

Our Mama lost her life to dementia. It began to take her at least 10 years ago. She slowly lost all her memories as we had to adjust to this horrible disease. Despite it all, Mama always had the sweetest giggle and smile to every question we would try to ask her. She had the sweetest disposition.

Beverly is preceded in death by her husband, Charles Blankenship; parents, Harvey Piper and Lucille Piper; children, Charles Blankenship Jr, Alan Blankenship, Susan Shondel and siblings, Gary Piper, and Sonny Piper.

Beverly leaves behind to cherish her memories: her daughters, Donna Gilles and husband Doug Gilles, Nancy Farris and husband Ed Farris; son, Jeff Blankenship and wife Eddie Blankenship. There are so many grandchildren and great grandchildren and even some great greats that will also miss her.

A Graveside Service to honor Beverly's life will be held at 10:00 am, on Thursday, July 28, 2022, at Resurrection Memorial Cemetery in Oklahoma City. Services are under the direction of Ingram, Smith & Turner Mortuary in Yukon, OK.

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+2022, Cleveland, Bradley Co., TN, Obituary

https://www.ralphbuckner.com/obituary/gladys-blankenship

Gladys Fiser Blankenship, 93, of Cleveland, TN, passed away Friday, July 29, 2022, at her home surrounded by her family. Gladys was born in Gibson, TN, to John Thomas Fiser III and Gracie Elizabeth Yochum Fiser.

She married Bobby Joe Blankenship in 1949 in Humboldt, TN, and they moved to Memphis, TN, in 1956. She was employed as a secretary with Memphis City Schools for over 30 years. She and her husband moved in 2007 to Cleveland, where they became active members of the First United Methodist Church.

Gladys was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother and a significant presence in the life of her family. She was a woman of strong faith and a loyal friend to all who knew her. Gladys and her husband Bobby enjoyed golfing together and traveling the world with their family and friends. She was an avid reader and a fierce competitor in cards and games. Her hobbies also included crocheting, knitting, and crafts.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 64 years, Bobby Joe Blankenship; brothers, J.T. and R.C. Fiser; and sisters, Marie Goodman and Minnie Belle Welch.

She is survived by her daughter, Donna Blankenship of Cleveland; two grandchildren, Shannon Younger (Bridget) of Huntsville, AL, and Jennifer Williams of Cleveland; five great-grandchildren, Haley and Lily Williams and Jacob, Tyler, and Morgan Younger; and several nieces and nephews.

A celebration of her life will be conducted at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, August 1, 2022, in the chapel of Ralph Buckner Funeral Home with Pastor Curtis McKee officiating. An additional service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, August 3, 2022, in the Fireside Chapel of Memorial Park Funeral Home, 5668 Poplar Avenue, Memphis, TN, with Reverend Dennis P. Neenan officiating. Entombment will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery.

+2022, Franklin, Williamson Co., TN, Obituary

https://www.tennessean.com/obituaries/ten234566

Marilyn Denney Johnston Blankenship, age 69, peacefully departed this life on July 22, 2022, surrounded by family, hymns and abundant love, after a 16 month bout with cancer. Born on April 29, 1953 in Lebanon, TN to Ralph Denney and Eloise Butler Denney.

Marilyn was simply a magnificent person in every respect. She was often spoken of as brightening any room that she entered with her vivacious and authentically loving personality. If you ever had a conversation with Marilyn, you knew that her total focus was on you and she would make you feel loved, encouraged and valued. Her hugs were legendary, absolutely spectacular. Besides her family, her greatest joy was her friends. So many different circles of friends – the Magnificent 7, the Movie Group, the Dixie Chicklets, her UT sorority sisters that she loved and stayed close to, the Nutty Buddies, the Four Couples and several more. She felt that deep friendships were modeled by her parents, who had numerous and wide-ranging friendship groups.

Marilyn graduated from The University of TN with a major in Communications and rose to the top of the media sales industry in Nashville, working at Channel 5, Channel 4, and local radio stations, often winning top awards along the way. She was past president of American Women in Radio & Television of Tennessee.

Marilyn made a career change to the residential real estate field and became a broker with Fridrich & Clark Realty for her entire real estate career. True to form, Marilyn was an award-winning Realtor and served as President of the TN chapter of Certified Residential Specialists. She was also a Tennessee Real Estate Educational Foundation Trustee, served on the Board of Directors of Greater Nashville Realtors, achieved the Lifetime Award of Excellence for Greater Nashville Realtors as well as many other honors and distinctions. In 2019, she co-founded Blankenship Properties with her husband, brokered by Fridrich & Clark, and loved working as a husband and wife real estate team.

Marilyn was an enthusiastic Christian and served as a Bible Study Fellowship Discussion Leader as well as a Spirit-filled example of how to be quietly effective in her faith.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her son Chase and her brother Don Denney.

Marilyn is survived by her husband Terry Blankenship, her daughter Morgan Crumm (Jared), her son Trevor Johnston (Gretchen), stepson Read Blankenship (Heather), stepdaughter Rebecca Papin (Sebastien), sister Lisa Denney Hustedt (Eric), brother Randy Denney (Leslie) and eleven apples of her eye, also known as her grandchildren – Oia, Hank, Jack, Ezra, Micah, Carmen, Porter, Hudson, Emma, Louis and Violette – all loved their “Myrtie”.

Visitation is from 10 am to 12 pm on August 13, 2022 at Grace Center Church, 2420 Bethlehem Loop Road, Franklin, TN with a “I Thank God for Marilyn” service following.

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+2022, Ingleside, San Patricio Co, TX, Obituary

https://www.resthavenfunerals.com/obituary/Toma-Blankenship

Toma Rebecca Blankenship passed away July 25, 2022. She was 63. Toma was born on October 27, 1958 in Columbus, Ohio to Irene Ellis and William Blankenship.

She was native of Ohio before making Ingleside her home these last 12 years. Toma was a homemaker. She had a big loving heart. Toma was a very strong, spiritual, loving and caring person who deeply loved her animals. She loved her church community; she spent many hours volunteering at the food bank and SPCA. She was a loving mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend who will be missed by all who knew her.

She is preceded in death by her parents: Irene and William Blankenship.

She is survived by her 2 daughters: Trista Pittman (Melissa) from Rockport, Texas and Sinica Pittman (Lynn) from Kingsville, Texas; grandchildren: Rebekah Leal and Zane Kaiser; great-grandson: Levi Kaiser; sister: Ginny Marvin (Larry) from Youngstown, Ohio.

Services will be private.

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+2022, Huddleston, Bedford Co., VA, Obituary

https://updikefuneralhome.com/tribute/details/1844/Iris-Smith-Blankenship/obituary.html

Iris Wilford Smith Blankenship passed away Monday, July 25, 2022 at the age of 88 in her home surrounded by family. She was born May 7, 1934 in Bedford County, daughter of the late James Rufus Smith and Flornie Christine Mayhew Smith.

Before marrying she was the bookkeeper at Murray Bolling Chevrolet and left the city life to marry Richard Lee Blankenship, who preceded her in death. They were married for 64 wonderful years. She was also preceded in death by her sister's, Jeanette Overstreet, Lula Fran Moore, Bevie Johnson & Trudy Maxfield.

She loved her life as a farmer’s wife and was an avid gardener. She wasn’t a traveler but always said, “Why would I go anywhere when I live in the most beautiful place in the world!” She was a faithful member of Palestine Baptist Church and she taught Sunday School for over 35 years. Faith, family, and farming were the three pillars of her life. She was a true example of faithfulness, strength (referred to by her siblings as the rock), grit, and grace. She will be greatly missed by all that knew and loved her.

She is survived by her daughters Wanda DeLong and husband, Vernon of Moneta, Donna Metcalf and husband Mike of Moneta; her grandchildren, Crystal DeLong-Moorefield and husband Johnny, Courtney DeLong and girlfriend Jacqueline, Jessica Hall and husband Jason; her great grandchildren Aiden Hall and Finley Hall; step grandchildren Aidan Moorefield and Camille Moorefield; sisters Martha Smith, Ann Bruner, Marilyn Overstreet, Patsy Maxfield, and Sybil Wray; and brother James Smith, and numerous nieces and nephews.

The family will receive friends beginning at 9:30 a.m. until service time on Thursday, July 28, 2022 at Palestine Baptist Church and a funeral service will follow at 11 a.m. with Rev. Melvin Harris officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. Updike Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Bedford.

2022, Haysi, Dickenson Co., VA, Obituary

https://www.tributearchive.com/obituaries/25321164/frances-gay-blankenship

Frances Gay Blankenship, age 82 of Greenbrier Road, passed away Wednesday, July 7, 2022 at Buchanan General Hospital in Grundy, VA. Born in Buchanan County, she was a daughter of the late John and Nellie Raines Fuller.

She was a graduate of Clinch Valley College and worked as a teacher for the Buchanan County School system and later enjoyed a career with the Appalachian Agency for Senior Citizens. She was of the Old Regular Baptist Faith.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Ray Blankenship, a daughter, Lesa Blankenship, brothers; Lonzo, Tom, Henry, Letcher, and David Fuller, and sisters; Gladys Fuller, Agnes Yates, Lois Belcher, Nancy Deel, Oakie Fuller, and Dixie Deel.

Survivors include her son, Rocky Blankenship of Haysi, a sister, Pauline (Levi) Sutherland of Haysi, and a brother, Johnny (Lisa) Fuller of Haysi.

Funeral services will be conducted 7:00 pm, Monday, July 11, 2022 at Haysi Funeral Home with Jerry Vitatoe officiating. Graveside services will be 12:00 noon Tuesday, July 12 in the John Fuller Cemetery, Haysi with Elder Denny Deel. Family and friends will serve as pallbearers.

+2022, Galax City, VA, Obituary

https://www.vaughanguynn.com/obituary/russie-blankenship

Russie Blankenship age 76 of Galax, Virginia passed away Tuesday July 26, 2022 at his home. He was born in Panther, West Virginia on May 25, 1946 to Elias and Patty Allen Blankenship.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a grandson Jesse Lee Blankenship, Jr.; siblings Lorine Johnson; Florine Blankenship; Hershel Blankenship; Hassell Blankenship; Ersel Blankenship and Tussell Blankenship.

He is survived by his wife Betty Blankenship; son Jesse Lee Blankenship, Sr.; sister Corine Blankenship Goad all of Galax, Virginia; twenty-two grandchildren; thirty-three great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews; step-children James Johnson; Garland Johnson; Charlie Johnson; Betty Haggerman and Arvil Johnson.

A graveside service will be held Friday at 1:00 PM in the Cranberry Christian Church Cemetery with Pastor Charles Johnson officiating. The family will receive friends Friday from 11:30 AM until 12:30 PM at the Vaughan-Guynn Funeral Home.

2022, Narrows, Giles Co., VA, Obituary

https://www.kendallfuneralhome.com/obituary/carol-taylor

Carol Jane Blankenship Taylor, 76 of Narrows, Virginia ran into the arms of her Savior Sunday, July 17, 2022 in the loving care of her family after a short and valiant battle with cancer. Born in Giles County on April 14, 1946, she was a daughter of the late Clifton and Pauline Vaughn Blankenship.

Carol is a member of the Narrows High School Class of 1964. Carol cherished her family and enjoyed making her house beautiful with flowers, gardening, and watching the birds. Carol’s life was made even more beautiful by the friends she made along the way. Carol practiced her faith well with the family of faith at Bethel Chapel in the Clendennin Community.

In addition to her parents, Carol is preceded in death by her husband, Andy “Buster” Taylor; sister, Betty Sue Clemons; and a brother, Danny Blankenship.

Left to cherish her memory to their hearts are her daughters, Stacey Ward (Jeff) of Mountain Home, Arkansas, and Terri Addison (Matt) of Peterstown, WV; brother, James Blankenship (Ardiss) of Narrows, VA; sister, Linda Pruitt (Terry) of Dublin, VA; a special friend who was much like a brother, Charles Parcell; her sweet furbaby, Roscoe; and many nephews, nieces, and cousins.

A funeral service will be conducted at 2:00 pm, on Wednesday, July 20, 2022, at Bethel Chapel in Narrows, VA with Pastor Eddie Kendall officiating. The funeral service will conclude at Angels Rest Memory Gardens in Narrows, VA.

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+2022, Princeton, Mercer Co., WV, Obituary

https://obituaries.bdtonline.com/obituary/keith-blankenship-1085793807

Keith Blankenship, 39, of Douglas Street, Princeton, gained his wings and went to be with his heavenly father on Sunday, July 24, 2022, resulting from natural causes.He was born on January 12, 1983, in Princeton.

Keith was a certified licensed electrician and worked in construction and roofing for many years which he loved doing. He also loved spending time with his sons, family and friends. He also like hunting, fishing and was an avid Pittsburgh Steeler fan.

Keith was preceded in death by his grandparents, Joseph and Madeline Blankenship, Marvin Miller and Vickie Music.

Keith is survived by his significant other, Tiffany Hilton; Sons, Keith Blankenship and fiancée Sidney Combs, and Roman Blankenship; His parents, Teddy Blankenship and Tracy Phillips; Very special bonus father that he truly adored, Jackie Phillips; Grandmother, Peggy Miller; Brothers, Michael (Shaggy) Bailey and wife April, Richard Blankenship, Azzie Blankenship and wife Monica; Sisters, Angela Caha and husband JR, Teona Music and April Music; Three step-brothers, Jeremiah Phillips and wife Amanda, Jacob Phillips and wife Kayla, Bryce Phillips and companion, Reagen; One step-sister, Sarah Grubb and husband Michael; Special friends, Mickey Kanode, Pastor Earl Thompson, Tina Hypes and family, Tonya Varney Blankenship his very best friend and mother of his child, and his canine son, King; Numerous cousins, nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 am, Saturday, July 30, 2022, in the Chapel of the Memorial Funeral Directory on the Athens Road in Princeton with Pastor Earl Thompson officiating. Burial will follow in Resthaven Memorial Park in Princeton. Friends and family will serve as pallbearers. Memorial Funeral Directory and Cremation Center on the Athens Road in Princeton.

+2022, Swiss, Nicholas Co., WV, Obituary

https://obits.dallasnews.com/obituaries/batesville/name/woodrow-blankenship-obituary?pid=202493547

Woodrow Edison Blankenship, 84 [1938], formally of Swiss, WV went to be with the Lord on July 30, 2022. He was the son of William Arthur and Carrie Blankenship of Swiss, WV.

He was a member of Simms Memorial Methodist Church of Swiss, WV and as a proud veteran of the United States Army. He will be sadly missed by family and friends.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Brenda Blankenship, one brother, Hank Blankenship and sisters Esther, Florence and Ruth all of Swiss, WV.

Those left to cherish his memories are his daughter, Carlene Blankenship of Summersville, WV and his son Brian and wife Jan of Summersville, WV. Woodrow had (1) Grandson, Travis Miller of Covington, KY and his Finance, Haleigh McCourt….. Sisters Martha McAtee of Brownsville, WV and Dolly Treadway of Oak Hill, WV.

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

https://www.morrisfuneralhome.com/obituaries/Phyllis-Lousie-Blankenship?obId=25449614

Phyllis Louise Sifford Blankenship, 89 of Lavalette, WV, went to be with the Lord Monday, July 25, 2022 at St. Mary’s Medical Center, Huntington, WV. She was born June 30, 1933 in Huntington, WV, a daughter of the late Everett E. Sifford and Della Marie Campbell Sifford.

Phyllis was a retired cook for Wayne County Schools. She was also a dedicated 4-H volunteer and club leader as well as a Sunday School Teacher at numerous churches.

Also preceding her in death was her husband, Woodrow Blankenship and a son-in-law, Rick Burgess.

Survivors include two daughters, Beverly Burgess (Michael Kilkenny) of Lavalette, WV, Aurellia Smith (Roger) of Lavalette, WV; two sisters, Gladys Dunkle (William J.), Jean Riggio (Frankie) all of Lavalette, WV; a brother, Frank Sifford (Donna) of Lavalette, WV; four grandchildren, Amanda Burgess Pickens (Scott), Rachel Burgess LaFon (Jeremy), Alex Smith, Jacob Smith; a great granddaughter, Isabella Merritt; and four step-great grandchildren, Austin, Justin, Cole and Shelby LaFon.

Funeral services will be conducted 2:00 p.m. Saturday, July 30, 2022 at Morris Funeral Home Chapel by Pastor Roger Smith and Pastor Ray Stonestreet. Burial will follow at Mays Cemetery, Lavalette, WV.

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

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

Raymond Lynton “Tiger” Blankenship, 58, of Wayne, WV, passed away Tuesday, July 19, 2022, at St. Mary’s Medical Center. He was born May 23, 1964, in Huntington, WV, a son of the late Perle and Letha Blankenship.

Raymond was a supervisor at the WV State Tax Department.

Also preceding him in death were two sisters, Brenda Blankenship, and Linda Napier and her husband Edgar “Jr.” Napier.

Survivors include his loving wife, Patricia Blankenship; one daughter Heather (Robert) Kennedy of Wayne; one son, Dr. Heath Blankenship of Winston-Salem, NC; and six grandchildren, Josiah, Elijah, Athaiah, Amariah, Isaiah, and Nehemiah. Also surviving is one brother, Barney (Naomi) Blankenship of Wayne; lifelong friends Carl and Kim Adkins of Wayne; as well as a host of family and friends. Tiger never met a stranger and was a friend to all.

Funeral services will be conducted at 1 pm, Friday, July 22, 2022, at Johnson Tiller Funeral Home with Brother Mark Jarrell officiating. Burial will follow in Elmwood Cemetery.

+2022, Brenton, Wyoming Co., WV, Obituary

https://obituaries.register-herald.com/obituary/emma-blankenship-1085761529

Emma Jean Allen Blankenship, 90, of Brenton, WV died July 17, Bowers Hospice House, Beckley.

Service 1 pm Monday, July 25, 2022, at Mill Creek Freewill Baptist Church, Brenton. Burial Palm Memorial Gardens, Matheny, WV. Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV.

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