2022, Stratford, Garvin Co., OK, Obituary

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+2022, Auburn, Lee Co., AL, Obituary

https://www.frederickdean.com/obituaries/Helen-Blankenship-Robinson?obId=25730513

Helen B. Robinson of Auburn, Alabama was born to the late Rufus L. and Bernice Whitmen Blankenship on June 1, 1932 and passed away at Hospice House of LaGrange in LaGrange, Georgia on August 26, 2022. She was 90 years old.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 67 years, Dr. Cecil Eugene Robinson; brothers, Bernard Blankenship and Freddie Blankenship; her sister, Dorothy Blankenship; son-in-law, John Fortenberry.

She is survived by her children, Cecil Eugene Robinson, Jr. (Jane), Pamela Robinson Fortenberry, and Philip Wylie Robinson (Carolyn); grandchildren, Heather Robinson, Cecil Eugene Robinson, III, and Kimberly Robinson Babin (Jeremy); great grandchildren, Brianna Elizabeth Spitz, Randall Mark Spitz, III, James Christopher Babin, Eliza Grace Babin, and many nieces and nephews.

Funeral service will be held in the Chapel at Frederick-Dean Funeral Home Monday, August 29, 2022 at 2:00 p.m. CST. with Reverend Thad Endicott officiating. Interment will follow at Auburn Memorial Park.

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

http://www.spryfuneralhome.com/george-elwood-blankenship.php

George Elwood Blankenship, 47 of Athens, Alabama, died Wednesday, August 10, 2022 at Athens-Limestone Hospital. He was born December 18, 1974 in Limestone County

He was a Small Engine Mechanic.

Preceded in death by: Father, Bobby (Roadrunner) Blankenship.

Survivors: Mother, Janice (David) Webster of Athens. Sister, Melissa (Tommy) Polk of Athens. Uncles and Aunts: Eddie and Joyce Tucker of Athens, Mickey Haggard of Nashville, TN and Cathy (Larry) Troup of Taft, TN. Nieces and Nephews.

There will be a 2 pm Graveside Service Friday at Sandlin Cemetery with Tommy Polk officiating, Pallbearers will be Larry Copeland, Brandon Matlock, Johnny McKinney, Jonathan Bates, Logan Bates and Trenton Sampson. Spry Funeral Home in Athens.

+2022, Montgomery, Montgomery Co, AL, Obituary

https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/montgomery-al/richard-blankenship-10896868

Mr. Richard Louie Blankenship August 30, 1957 – August 22, 2022, passed away surrounded by loving family and friends.

He was a long time resident of Montgomery, AL and worked for many years as an Industrial electrician and carpenter. In his early years, he was a successful motor cross racer winning many awards and was sponsored by Yamaha. In his spare time, he enjoyed woodworking and carpentry. Richard loved his puppy Hopper and being a loving father and grandfather.

He is preceded in death by his parents Louie and Ramona Blankenship and his brother Jeff Blankenship.

He is survived by his son Richard Scott Blankenship (Jennifer); grandchildren Railyn and Charlotte; sister Riki Franklin (Buck); nephews Connor(Emilee) and Tyler Franklin and several other relatives and friends.

A Celebration of Life Graveside Service is scheduled for Sunday Aug 28 at 2pm at Greenwood Cemetery.

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+2022, Tulare, Tulare Co., CA, Obituary

https://www.visaliatimesdelta.com/obituaries/vtd041617

Ruth Lucille Blankenship, 95, was born November 19, 1926, in Lafayette, Colorado a little town north of Denver. Her parents were Charles and Jeannie Billington. [She passed away August 30, 2022]

After graduation from Lafayette High School, she enrolled at the University of Colorado. After World War II ended, she met her brother Wilbur’s best friend Townsend (Edward) Blankenship. They enjoyed going to the university together. Upon graduation, they were married and moved to California where Ed had obtained a position with Bank of America and Ruth taught school at Hills Business College. Their travels with Ed’s bank job sent her to Sonoma, Live Oak, Tulare, back to San Francisco, and back to Tulare. Ruth started teaching high school at Tulare Western High School. While teaching she obtained her administrative credential and became the Dean of Girls and Vice Principal at Tulare Western. After Ruth's retirement, they bought a condo at the coast where they spent many happy hours with family and friends. Traveling also included three trips to England and Ireland to visit Ruth's family and a cruise to Alaska with the sons and their wives. She was a member of River Cross Church in Visalia. For the last few years, she was content to relax with Ed and enjoy their home and family. Ruth enjoyed genealogy work on her and Ed’s family trees.

She is preceded in death by her parents, husband Ed, and brother Wilbur Billington.

She is survived by her two sons, Edward (Kathy), and John (Susan); Four grandsons Matthew, Mark, Jonas, and Lucas; nine great-grandchildren and four great-great-grandchildren.

Celebration of Life will be held at 2:00 pm, September 18, 2022, at the Clubhouse in Presidential Estates which is at the northern end of M Street. Peers-Lorentzen Funeral Service

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+2022, Lenox, Cook Co., GA, Obituary

https://www.currentobituary.com/obit/267985

Betty Ruth Blankenship Rugg, 81, of Lenox passed away Sunday, July 31, 2022, in Arkansas. Born February 21, 1941, in Sylvester, Ms. Rugg was the daughter of the late Josie Blankenship and Otla Shire Blankenship.

She was also preceded in death by one daughter, Tannis Strickland and one brother.

Ms. Rugg is survived by two sons, Marcus Rugg of Tifton and Kerry Rugg of Arkansas and one daughter, Ela Jo Kilpatrick of Lenox.

Her funeral service will be held at 10:00 am, Friday, August 5, 2022, in the Chapel of Bowen-Donaldson Home for Funerals with the Rev. John David Thomas officiating. Ms. Rugg will be laid to rest at Oak Ridge Cemetery. Gildardo Zaragoza, Mark Babcock, Ryan Rugg, Javontae Marshall, Javarus Marshall and Carlos Rugg will serve as pallbearers.

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*2022, Oak Lawn, Cook Co., IL, Obituary

https://www.thompsonkuensterfuneralhome.com/obituaries/2022/8/6/matthew-j-blankenship

Matthew J. Blankenship, August 4, 2022

Resting at Thompson & Kuenster Funeral Home, 5570 W. 95th St. in Oak Lawn where Services will take place Friday August 12th at 7:45 pm. Interment Private.

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+2022, Bedford, Lawrence Co., IN, Obituary

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

Lee A. Blankenship, age 53, of Bedford, passed away on Wednesday, August 10, 2022, at his home. Born on October 8, 1968, in Portsmouth, Virginia, he was the son of Thomas and Dorothy L. Willson Blankenship.

Mr. Blankenship was employed with Mama’s and Papa’s restaurant and Hobbies restaurant. He loved constructing and working on models, and he also enjoyed fixing and working on cars and motorcycles.

His father preceded him in death on December 4, 2021. Lee was also preceded in death by a brother, Jason Blankenship.

His mother survives in Bedford. Survivors also include one son, Brandon Levi Blankenship of Fayetteville; one daughter, Nicole Lynn (Steven) Erwin of Bedford; two sisters: Tammy (Scott) Trowbridge of Bedford and Tanya (Darin) Anderson of Mitchell; and five grandchildren: David Erwin, Brice Erwin, Dominic Erwin, Sierra Erwin, and Hayden Blankenship.

Private funeral services will be held. Interment will be at Fairview Cemetery, Brownstown. Spurgeon Funeral Home, Inc.

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+2022, Ozawkie, Jefferson Co., KS, Obituary

https://www.tributearchive.com/obituaries/25686777/michael-ray-blankenship

Michael Ray Blankenship, 70, of Ozawkie, Kan., formerly of Lansing, died Sunday Aug. 21, 2022, at Lawrence Memorial Hospital. He was born Aug. 5, 1952, in St. Louis, MO, to Bernard and Lily (Abel) Blankenship.

Mike was an avid fan of the Chiefs and Royals, and a lifelong hunter and fisherman. He believed sports were important to kids, coaching soccer, basketball and softball teams. When not at work, he was always busy fixing, building or working on something for family or friends. Mike was the favorite of the neighborhood ladies, receiving lavish baked goods in exchange for his labors mowing grass or removing snow. Everyone knew they could count on him for a good conversation about sports or the outdoors, expecting some witty humor, the occasional practical joke or a “Glad you got to see me”. The world is a little less bright without him.

Mike was preceded in death by his parents and a daughter, Traci.

Mike was the first of five siblings; Susan Neff, Bernie (Lisa), Anna Webb (Ron), and Lisa Ladner (Robert).

Graduating in 1970 from Lansing High School, he married his high school sweetheart. They were blessed with two children Traci and Tod (LuAnn), and later three granddaughters. Mike retuned to Kansas in 1981; beginning employment at the Kansas State Penitentiary where he advanced ranks and met the love of his life, Sharon. They were graced with their two daughters, Cassie (Rod) and Katie (Daniel). Moving into the construction field, he owned Lansing Home Improvement and worked for several commercial large construction companies as a superintendent.

A funeral service will begin at 11 am, Friday, at Risen Savior Lutheran Church, 14700 Leavenworth Rd, Basehor, KS. Burial will be at 1:30 pm. Friday, at Mt. Muncie Cemetery, Lansing, KS. R.L. Leintz Funeral Home.

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+2022, Scottsville, Allen Co., KY, Obituary

https://www.goadfh.com/obituary/Deltina-Blankenship

Deltina Butrum Blankenship, 66 [May 19, 1956], of Scottsville, KY passed away Wednesday, August 31, 2022 at the Medical Center at Bowling Green. The Scottsville, KY native was a homemaker and a daughter of the late Lester Cordus Butrum and Frances Louise Carter Butrum Russell.

She was preceded in death by a long-time companion: Pete Whitney; 2 brothers: Jerry Butrum and Lester Butrum; 3 infant sisters: Mary Frances Butrum, Wanda Butrum and Mildred Butrum.

She is survived by a daughter: Karen Blankenship, Scottsville, KY; Special children: Kenny and Crystal Whitney, Scottsville, KY; 4 brothers: Danny Cowles and Thomas Butrum, both of Glasgow, KY; Donnie Butrum, Scottsville, KY and Timothy Butrum, Elkton, KY; 7 sisters: Brenda Creek, Bowling Green, KY; Elizabeth Meador, Glasgow, KY; Clydie Creek, Scottsville, KY; Sandra Bowman, Lexington, KY; Mary Jo, Louisville, KY; Cordia Jones and Beverly, both of Franklin, KY; 2 special grandchildren: Maylee and Riley Whitney; 1 aunt: Marie Cook, Scottsville, KY; 1 uncle: William Carter, Adolphus, KY; Several nieces and nephews.

Funeral service will be 2:00 pm, Saturday, September 3, 2022 at Goad Funeral Home with Bro. Kenny Whitney and Sister Faye Cornwell officiating and burial in Crescent Hill Cemetery.

*2022, Phelps, Pike Co., KY, Obituary

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

Daxton Blankenship, May 27, 2015 ~ August 12, 2022 (age 7) Daxton passed from this life at the University of Kentucky Medical Center in Lexington, KY.

Dax enjoyed music and traveling, he loved to swim in the pool. Though his life was brief, his memory lives on in his friends and family. The special love of life he demonstrated will be his legacy that will continue in the many lives and hearts he touched.

He was preceded by great grandparents, Freddy and Glada Wolford, Lloyd and Betty Blankenship, and Ember Adkins. Uncle, Kevin Adkins.

Daxton is survived by his parents, Johnny and Sheila Blankenship of Phelps, KY, and siblings, Alison “Al-yee” and Kaiden Blankenship. Grandparents, Frank and Mae Blankenship (Mamaw & Paw), Lisa Adkins (Nanny) and fiancé B.J. Shellnut. Special Aunts and Uncles, Dianne and Raymond Hurley, Nikki Parks “NeNe”, Jerry Dotson, and Josh and Nikki Blankenship. Special cousins, Haley Adkins, Aaron Adkins, Jacob Parks, Jasmine Parks, Jenna Parks, & Lexin Blankenship. Daxton was also survived by a host of family and friends who loved him and will miss him.

Services celebrating his life will be Sunday at 1:00 P.M. with Jody Hurley officiating. In honor of Daxton’s favorite color, his parents request that all who can wear green in remembrance of him. Jones & West Funeral home at Phelps, KY.

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+2022, Linden, Genesee Co., MI, Obituary

https://www.sharpfuneralhomes.com/obituary/Ilene-Briscoe

Ilene Blankenship Briscoe, 76, of Linden, died August 18, 2022 after a battle with cancer. She was born January 21, 1946 in Lerose, KY, the daughter of Orville and Rosie Lee (Barrett) Elkins.

She attended Hartland School and was employed by Mickey's Bar for 12 years, then Mail Box Plus for four years and later worked at Corunna Road Bar.

Surviving are: daughter, Dana (Carl) Snavely of Fenton; three grandchildren, Christopher (Angela) Snavely, Joshua (Ashley) Snavely and Britni Snavely; seven great-grandchildren, Alex, Kaydance, Kirra, Trysten, Rylin and Reese Snavely, and Zane Kelly; brother, Ron Elkins.

She was preceded in death by: her parents Orville and Rose Elkins; siblings, Cecil Elkins, Junior Elkins, Pauline Duke, and Eudella Jorgenson; and husband, Ronnie Blankenship in August 2007.

No formal funeral will be held. Burial will be held at 3 pm Monday, August 22, 2022 at Oakwood Cemetery, Fenton, MI. Sharp funeral homes

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*2022, Raymore, Cass Co., MO, Obituary

https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/belton-mo/ruth-blankenship-10928054

Ruth Geraldine Blankenship, age 90, of Raymore, Missouri passed away on Monday, August 29, 2022. Ruth was born May 2, 1932.

McGilley & George Funeral Home and Cremation Services

+2022, Sullivan, Franklin Co., MO, Obituary

https://www.eatonfuneralhome.com/obituaries/Linda-S-Blankenship?obId=25512632

Linda Sue Blankenship, 76, of Sullivan, Missouri, passed away peacefully on Monday, August 1, 2022 at her home surrounded by her family. She was born in Saint Louis, Missouri on November 14, 1945 to John and Elizabeth (Best) Uram.

Linda grew up and attended school in Arizona, Saint Louis, and Sullivan before going to work at an early age. She was a phenomenal baker and cook. She not only baked many wedding cakes for friends and family in the Sullivan area, but went as far as to cater entire wedding and graduation parties. She was also a self-taught furniture upholsterer. Linda enjoyed playing golf, fishing, and especially family float trips. Above all, she was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Linda was a faithful member of the Holy Martyrs of Japan Catholic Church. She will be dearly missed and lovingly remembered.

Linda was united in marriage to Gene Blankenship on May 23, 1964. To this union they were blessed with four children: Patrick, Michael, Wayne, and Anna. They raised their family in the Sullivan area while Linda worked for Midwest Shoe for just a short time.

She was preceded in death by her parents; five sisters: Lillian Hall, June Williams, Margaret Dixon, Eva Baggio, and Mary Casey; and a brother, Michael Uram.

Linda is survived by her loving husband of 58 years, Gene Blankenship of Sullivan, MO; four children: Patrick Blankenship and wife Pam of Sullivan, MO, Michael Blankenship and wife Tricia of Sullivan, MO, Wayne Blankenship and wife Christy of Leslie, MO, and Anna Sadler and significant other Bing Cook of Sullivan, MO; twelve grandchildren: John Breen and wife Jackie, Vanessa Breen and significant other Shane Nolan, Brittany Breen, Addie Kilburn and husband Matt, Emmie Blankenship, Kobie Blankenship and significant other Sierra Spornhauer, Christopher Blankenship, Kerrick Miller, Ashlyn Blankenship, Brayden Blankenship, Alisha Morgan and fiancé Brandon Baker, and Amber Rusu and husband Andrew; eleven great–grandchildren: Olivia, Mason, Eliza, Braxton, Blake, Owen, Paisley, Peyton, Donavan, Taylor, and Ryan; many nieces, nephews, other extended relatives and friends.

Funeral Mass will be 11 am, Friday, August 5, 2022 at the Holy Martyrs of Japan Catholic Church. Interment will follow in the Holy Martyrs of Japan Cemetery. Eaton Funeral Home in Sullivan.

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+2022, Canton, Haywood Co., NC, Obituary

https://www.wellsfuneralhome.com/wnn/wle/obituary/Kathleen-Sanford

Mary Kathleen Blankenship Sanford, 93, died on Wednesday, August 17, 2022 at her home. She was born on July 1, 1929 in Bryson City to Dallas and Ella Stiles Blankenship.

Kathleen later moved to Waynesville and graduated from Waynesville Township High School. She married Paul Marshall Sanford in 1952 and they enjoyed a 58-year marriage. She was a beautician by trade, but her real skill was as a caregiver to three families – the Blankenship’s, Sanford’s and the Rodgers. Her love in life were her grandchildren and her great-grandchildren. A barefoot girl from Buckners Branch became a woman with the biggest heart.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Paul Sanford, who died in 2020; her name’s sake and great-grand-daughter, Morgan Kathleen Green; and all of her Blankenship siblings.

She is survived by her son, Bill Rodgers (Cathy); granddaughters, Andrea Rodgers Ray and Candice Taylor; grandsons, William Jeffrey Rodgers and Jon David Rodgers; great-grandsons, Charley Ray and William Taylor; and two sisters-in-law, Brenda Sanford Roberts and Peggy Sanford Gotlibowski.

A funeral service will be held at 3:00 pm, on Sunday, August 21, 2022 in the Canton Chapel of Wells Funeral Home with the Reverend Ray Shepard officiating. Burial will follow at Garrett-Hillcrest Memorial Park.

+2022, Hampstead, Pender Co., NC, Obituary

https://www.quinnmcgowen.com/obituary/Terry-Blankinship

Terry Blankinship, 60 [September 8, 1961], of Hampstead, NC walked on to become an ancestor on Wednesday, August 10, 2022.

Terry grew up in Mechanicsville, VA. He later moved to Hampstead, North Carolina after finding his passion as a massage therapist helping clients in the Wilmington area for 20 years. Terry also loved fishing with his beloved dog Joey, boating, piloting his drone and his classic Bronco. He was a natural at sports, a phenomenal cook and had a great sense of humor. Terry and Brenda were deeply committed to one another for over forty years. They had many adventures together and lived life to the fullest.

Preceded in death by his parents and a brother.

Terry is survived by his partner in life, Brenda Blankinship, remaining siblings, a large extended family and friends.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, September 10, 2022 at 2:00pm-4:00pm at Olde Point Country Club, 513 Country Club Dr, Hampstead, NC 28443. Quinn McGowen Funeral Home – Wilmington

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+2022, Brooklyn, Kings Co., NY, Obituary

https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/brooklyn-ny/todd-blankenship-10870022

Todd Blankenship has passed from this mortal sphere. He was 67 and resided in Brooklyn, NY. He died at home on Monday, 1 August 2022. He was born in San Antonio TX, to Barbara and William Blankenship.

He grew up in Austria and Germany, moving more than 10 times. His father, Will, was a well-known principal opera tenor in Europe. A devoted husband and father, Todd leaves behind his loving wife, Karen, and sons, Luca and Elliot. He met Karen in upstate New York at Seagle Colony music camp. Their common interest in singing drew them together. They were married in Houston, Texas on 20 July 1991.

He was a member of The Brooklyn Oratory Church of St. Boniface. Todd sang in regional operas and Lieder Concerts. He put aside his performing career when his first child was born. An interest in carpentry and building led to a later career in construction, including working at JTC & Associates General Contractors as a Project Manager. He enjoyed celebrating life in the moment.

Todd’s immediate family is spread over Europe and Australia: sister Beverly and husband Erich in Berlin, in Vienna sister Rebecca with partner Lucy, brother John and stepmother Sawako and in Melbourne niece Jessica with her family Andrew and Georgia. His father and mother-in-law, Johnny and Barbara Alban (TX); in-laws Bill and Cathy Alban (VA); Bob Alban and Jack Barnett (TX), Greg and Lori Alban (TX), and Richard and Stephanie Alban (TX) will miss his gentle and wry soul. He is survived by numerous nieces and nephews, including the children of his predeceased sister-in-law Alissa Alban.

His numerous friends and family are invited to celebrate Todd’s life at The Brooklyn Oratory Church of St. Boniface, 109 Willoughby St (church entrance on Duffield Street), Brooklyn, NY 11201, on Friday 5 August at 10:00 AM. Cremation is being handled by Duffy’s Funeral home, 255 9TH St, Brooklyn NY 11215.

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+2022, Urbana, Champaign Co., OH, Obituary

https://www.walterfunerals.com/obituaries/Neil-M-Blankenship?obId=25683685#/celebrationWall

Neil M. Blankenship, age 80, passed away on August 20, 2022 in Urbana, Ohio. Neil was born on November 13, 1941 in Lewisburg, Ohio to the late George T. and Mary R. (Libecap) Blankenship.

Neil was a proud law enforcement officer. He began his career with the Brookville Police Department and later spent time with the Jefferson Township Police Department. He retired from General Motors Security. During his time with the Brookville Police in 1973, Neil received a Silver Star for bravery after he was the first on scene of a house fire and made the split second decision to rush in and save a family amidst flames. In his younger years, he loved to go fishing and play cards, especially euchre. He was known to go out for a few beers and sing karaoke, even if he wasn't the best behind the microphone. Neil was the kind of person that never knew a stranger. He used to frequent the Dixie Diner to have his coffee and talk to folks.

Along with his parents, he is preceded in death by his brothers, George and Ned Blankenship and sister, Donna Samuels.

Neil is survived by his daughter, Becki (David) Brown, bonus step-daughter, Michelle Brown, grandchildren; DJ (Samantha) O’Dell, Keri (Josh) Rider, Amanda Brock, and Dylan (Stephanie) Jamison, great-grandchildren; Keegan, Kaelyn, Addison, Kamden, and Nik, brother, Lee Blankenship, lifelong special friend, Darlene Reeder and family, and numerous nieces and nephews.

Neil will be laid to rest on Monday, September 12, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. at Roselawn Cemetery, Lewisburg. Walter and Lewis Funeral Home, Urbana.

+2022, Dublin, Franklin Co., OH, Obituary

https://www.newcomercolumbus.com/Obituary/253752/William-Blankenship/Columbus-OH

William Michael Blankenship entered this life on April 5, 1991 and departed August 29, 2022.

Afflicted with limb-girdle muscular dystrophy, William inspired us with the grace in which he handled his disability. Always optimistic, with deep empathy for others, William was our hero. He was also the ringmaster of our family, with his never-ending ideas of new foods to try, obscure movies to watch and new music that we just had to listen to. We will never be the same in his absence.

William graduated from Dublin Scioto High School and Ohio State University with a BA in Japanese language. He traveled to Japan to experience the culture and test his language skills.

William was preceded in death by paternal grandparents, WM and Sadie Blankenship, maternal grandfather James Emmons, cousin Tanner Heightland and a host of relatives and friends.

William is survived by his loving parents, Jeff and Cherry Blankenship, his brother Luke, with whom he shared an impenetrable bond, special aunt Laura Heightland, who only had to learn that William wanted or needed something to immediately head out to begin an exhaustive search until the item was located and procured, grandmother Linda Emmons and a host of aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.

Will, you were the light of our lives, you will be sorely missed, never forgotten.

Memorial Service will be at 2:00 pm, Saturday, September 3, 2022 at Newcomer Funeral Services, - Northwest Columbus Chapel, 10051 Brewster Lane, Powell, OH.

+2022, Ironton, Lawrence Co., OH, Obituary

https://www.irontontribune.com/2022/08/16/dianna-blankenship/

Dianna Kay Blankenship, 82, of Ironton, gained her angel wings on Saturday, Aug. 13, 2022, after a sudden illness. Kay was born April 15, 1940, in Ironton, to the late Jess and Pauline (Hall) McKee.

She was raised in Ironton growing up in “Irishtown.”

She was a member of Saint Joseph Catholic Church and Catholic Women’s Club. She was a clerk at Newberry, Staley’s and Bentley’s pharmacies and also worked for Ironton City Schools in the cafeteria. Kay loved life and tending to her flower gardens. Friday nights at Tank Stadium were always special. She was a true Fighting Tiger.

She attended Ironton schools and graduated in 1958. On Dec. 9, 1961, she married the love of her life, Ralph (Bennie) Blankenship, and they were married 60 years before his passing in January 2022.

She is survived by daughters, Angela (Chris) Malone, Julie (Sam) Suiter and Paula (Ed) Rawlins; son, Matthew (Erica) Blankenship; grandchildren, Jessica (Frank) Lee, Jacob (Ashton) Rawlins, Jenna (James) Rawlins and Ava, Maverick and Cruze Blankenship; and great-grandchildren, Trinity Marie Lee and Grayson Miles Vallance.

Funeral mass begins at noon at Saint Joseph’s Church, with Father Wayne Morris officiating. O’Keefe-Baker Funeral Home.

+2022, Ironton, Lawrence Co., OH, Obituary

https://www.herald-dispatch.com/obituaries/oh/ralph-bennie-blankenship/article_5659d844-abd1-5e92-af0b-b91428481e2f.html

Ralph “Bennie” Blankenship, 85 [1937], of Ironton, husband of Kay (McKee) Blankenship, died Jan 9 [2022] in Ashland Community Hospice Care Center. He worked in Tri-Stare Industries.

Mass will be 11 am, Jan 14 at St. Joseph Catholic Church; burial follows in Woodland Cemetery. O’Keefe Baker Funeral home, Ironton.

+2022, Leipsic, Putnam Co., OH, Obituary

https://www.huffordfh.com/obituary/Scot-Blankenship

Scot Douglas Blankenship, of Leipsic, Ohio, passed away peacefully August 2, 2022, at the age of 55, making his heavenly journey to join his loving parents who preceded him. Scot was born in Findlay, Ohio on March 8, 1967, to Ike Douglas Blankenship and Elizabeth Ann Bair (Herbert).

Scot’s outgoing spirit, warm heart and amazing smile will be greatly missed by family and friends.

Surviving Scot is his son, Douglas of Tacoma, Washington; sisters, Bobbie Jo Parker, and Jennie Lynn (Scott) Hyder; brother, Lindy Laverne (Meenu) Blankenship, all of Olympia, Washington; and stepbrother, Chad of Ottawa, Ohio.

There will be a memorial gathering at the Findlay Moose Lodge, 1028 W. Main Cross St., on Wednesday, August 17, 2022, from 4:00 – 8:00 pm. Hufford Family Funeral Home, 1500 Manor Hill Rd, Findlay.

+2022, Akron, Summit Co., OH, Obituary

https://www.donovanfuneralhome.com/obituary/FrederickDon-Blankenship

Frederick "Don" Blankenship. November 18, 1951 ~ August 3, 2022 (age 70)

Don was a graduate of Windham High School and attended Akron University and Kent State. He lived most of his life in Ohio and worked in several industries. He lived in Charlotte, NC where he worked in the nuclear power plant field prior to retiring and returning home to Ohio.

Don had a great mechanical aptitude and could fix/do almost anything. If Marianne could dream it, he would find a way to do it. He loved being outdoors and was very active in sports, especially running for which, he earned many awards over the years. He enjoyed working on cars and taking long rides on his Harley with his wife and friends.

He was preceded in death by the love of his life and wife of 40 years, Marianne (Kaneas); brother, Douglas Blankenship, and sister, Deborah Blankenship.

Don is survived by his sons, Justin and Jordan; brother, David; sister-in law, Melanie Kaneas; brother and sister-in-law, Tony and Mary Kaneas; nieces, nephews and friends.

His body was cremated. The Waters Funeral Chapel in Summersville was in charge of arrangements.

Mass of Christian burial will be 1:00 p.m. at Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church, 129 S Union St, Akron, with Fr. Nick Manuel officiating. Interment will be at Mount Peace Cemetery, Akron, Ohio.

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*2022, Stratford, Garvin Co., OK, Obituary

https://www.criswellfh.com/obituary/hilda-blankenship

Mrs. Hilda Mae Blankenship, 74, of Stratford passed away Wednesday, August 3, 2022 at her home. She was born February 16, 1948 in Ada, OK to Ray and Floy Mae Malone Matthews.

Hilda was a devoted wife. She and Allen married September 27, 1992 and enjoyed all their years together. Hilda was a loving mother. She adored her kids; those born to her and those added to her. And her grandchildren were her treasures. Hilda was a dear friend. She was always there to listen or talk. Though she was small in stature, she was grand in personality and heart. Laughter surrounded her. She was fierce in her love and devotion. She is deeply missed.

She is survived by her husband, Allen Blankenship; two sons, George Gregory, Jr. and Jaime Anson and Leslie Gregory and wife Jeanna; two daughters, Kaye Kerby and Rebecca Simmons and husband Billy; 20 grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren.

Services will be at 10:00 am Monday, August 8, 2022 at Criswell Funeral Home Chapel. Robert Ware will officiate. Burial will follow at Rosedale Cemetery. Bearers are Doug Lohrer, Mikell Harbin, Jamie Higdon, Tres Gregory, J.J. Richmond and Dustin Griffis.

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+2022, Jellico, Campbell Co, TN, Obituary

https://www.harpfuneralhome.com/

Mrs. Roberta "Bert" Blankenship McCulley, 86 of Jellico, Tennessee passed away Saturday August 13, 2022. at her home. She was born April 30, 1936, in Campbell County, Tennessee.

Bert is preceded in death by: Children: Leon Walker, Sr., Teddy Walker (Infant), Infant Daughter - Grandson: Leon Walker, Jr. - Father: Henry Blankenship - Mother: Carrie (Douglas) Blankenship - Brothers: Cecil Blankenship, James Robert Blankenship, Lindsay Elmore Blankenship.

She is survived by: Daughter: Reba "Sissy" Walker - Grandchildren: Bertie Walker, Shannon Buck, Oliver Walker & wife Melissa, Christopher Walker - Great Grandchildren: Dakota "Cody" Walker, Savannah Garrett, Jessica Garrett, Thomas, Caitlin, Josie, Duke, Emily, Olivia, Madison, Christian & Cayman Walker - Daughter-in-law: Barbara Kay Walker Sisters: Belle Branam, Gloria Mae Anderson, Jean Taylor; A host of nieces, nephews, friends & family to mourn her passing.

Funeral: 2 p.m. at the Harp Funeral Home Chapel, Officiating: Rev. David Morgan. Burial: to follow in the Baird Cemetery (Little Elk Community) Pioneer, Tennessee.

+2022, Knoxville, Knox Co, TN, Obituary

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Robert “George” Blankenship –69 [1953], of Knoxville entered peacefully into his Heavenly Father’s arms and was made whole again while surrounded by his family on Tuesday, August 2, 2022.

Retired from KUB after 26 years of service. George was an outstanding football player from Rutledge High School. He loved playing short stop for RBS and Ed’s Grocery softball teams and going to his Friday night football games.

Waiting to greet him was his father, Robert “Bob” Blankenship; grandparents, Zeno and Ruby Stout; grandmother, Julie Belle Blankenship; nephew, Jesse Bowman; father-in-law, John Doane; mother-in-law, Delores Doane McNeil; and brother-in-law, Wayne Doane.

Survived by loving wife of 50 years, Donna Doane Blankenship; two loving children, Scott (Sheila) Blankenship and Katrina Blankenship; precious grandchildren that he loved deeply, Darren Moore, Tristen Blankenship, and Brody Blankenship; mother, Ethel DeLoach; sister, Melissa (Tim) Bowman; nephew, Tyler Bowman; father-in-law, Ray McNeil; sister-in-law, Joyce Doane; brothers-in-law, Doug (Becky) McNeil, Phil (Denise) McNeil; sister-in-law, Susan Newberry; several nieces and nephews; and too many friends to mention them all. Special thanks to UT Hospice especially Lisa, Pamela and Linda. They became part of our family.

The funeral service at 6:00 pm Saturday, August 6, 2022, at Bridges Funeral Home with Rev. Mike Lee officiating. Family and friends will meet 1:15 PM on Sunday at the funeral home and go in procession to Roseberry Cemetery for a 2:00 PM interment. Pallbearers: Darren Moore, Tristen Blankenship, Brody Blankenship, Tyler Bowman, Greg Corum, and Stephen Buford. Honorary pallbearers: Jon Doane, Butch Headrick, Jack Jones, and James “Bo” Smith.

+2022, Jackson, Madison Co., TN, Obituary

https://www.reedschapel.com/obituaries/Larry-Blankenship-5/#!/Obituary

Larry Joe Blankenship passed away Saturday, August 6, 2022 in Jackson. He was born May 2, 1942 to the late Gomer and Flora Mae Blankenship.

He was the owner of an auto parts store and most recently worked for the City of Jackson.

He is survived by his wife; Monica Ellington Blankenship, a daughter; Lisa Blankenship of Parsons, a son; Tommy Duke Jr. of Camden, a brother Jim Todd, and a very special nephew; Jeffery Mosier of Maury City.

Graveside funeral services will be at 3pm, Thursday, August 11, at Beech Bluff Cemetery.

+2022, Kingsport, Sullivan Co., TN, Obituary

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Anthony Blankenship passed away on Wednesday, August 10, 2022. He was born August 10, 1971.

Funeral service will be held at Shades of Grace UMC downtown campus on Sullivan Street on Tuesday August 16, 2022 at noon with Pastor Will Shewey officiating. Graveside service will follow at Depew’s Chapel Cemetery. Trinity Memorial Centers Funeral Home.

+2022, Kingsport, Sullivan Co., TN, Obituary

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Mark Anthony Blankenship, 48, of Kingsport, TN, passed away after a brief battle with cancer on Friday, August 19, 2022. One of ten children, Mark was born August 01, 1974 to Robert and Hazel Blankenship in Grundy, Virginia.

He spent most of his life in Kingsport, Tennessee, where he enjoyed working in construction and doing remodels. He also loved his family and greatly enjoyed family gatherings.

In addition to his parents, Mark is preceded in death by four brothers, Johnny Blankenship, Gary Blankenship, Robert Blankenship, Ronnie Blankenship.

Those left to cherish his memory are sisters, Elizabeth Hall, Betty Cole, Lisa Blankenship; brothers, Bill Blankenship, Timmy Ray Cox; multiple nieces and nephews.

A memorial service will be held at 2:00 pm Saturday, September 3, 2022, at Free Gift Gospel Mission, 1125 Maple Street, Kingsport, Tennessee, 37660. Pastor Vern Hall will be officiating. Trinity Memorial Centers Funeral Home.

+2022, Gallatin, Sumner Co., TN, Obituary

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Mrs. Shirley Sircy Hall Blankenship of the Tanglewood Community died at 4:44 am, Sunday morning August 28, 2022 at the Sumner Regional Medical Center in Gallatin where she was admitted suffering August 23rd suffering from pneumonia. Mrs. Blankenship was 77.

The youngest child and the last surviving of eight children, she was the daughter of the late Leonidas Mack Lon Sircy who died at the age of 70 on March 12, 1970 and Lillian Mai Thomas Sircy who died August 16, 1982 at the age of 80 and was born Shirley Jean Sircy in Carthage on May 27, 1945 and was reared in the family home on Third Avenue West in Carthage.

The seven siblings preceding her in death were: Lillie Mai Sircy who died August 10, 1920 at the age of 4 months of age, Sue Neal Sircy who died February 7, 1931 at the age of 23 days of age, William Thomas Sircy who died at birth on January 11, 1921, Charles Edward (Cotton) Sircy who died March 16, 1959 at the age of 29, Bessie Irene Sircy Smith who died October 11, 1989 at the age of 65, Kenneth Lee (Zip( Sircy who died April 23, 2005 at the age of 73 and Jewell Alyne Sircy Salmons who died February 10, 2008 at the age of 85.

Mrs. Blankenship was a 1964 graduate of Smith County High School where she majored in Home Economics and Business Education. She was a class officer her freshman year, received the Junior Degree in Home Ec., was in the band and was a member of the Office Staff her junior and senior years. It was stated in her class annual that she was starry eyed, delightful, genteel and that youth is the time for pleasure.

After graduating from S. C. H. S. she was first employed as a bookkeeper for Hackett Meat Co. which was owned and operated by C. E. Hackett and located on Upper Ferry Road in Carthage, later began bookkeeping for McDonald Meats on River Road in South Carthage and following that was a bookkeeper for Middle Tennessee Office Equipment in Carthage and her career ended as a clerk for Hackett Discount Drugs in Carthage.

Mrs. Blankenship was saved at the age of 22 at the Morganton Baptist Church in Greenback, Tennessee where she was living at the time. At the time of her death she was a member of the North Gordonsville Missionary Baptist Church.

Eld. Charles Allen Gentry performed the wedding ceremony on December 10, 1984 in Lafayette when she was united in marriage to Lafayette native Chester Patterson Blankenship. He preceded her in death at the age of 83 on March 22, 2017.

Survivors include her son, Eld. Rickey Hall and wife Cristel Wilkerson Hall; granddaughter, who was the love of her life, Cristen Hall all of the Tanglewood Community; step-daughter, Pam Blankenship Rawn of Manchester; two step-grandchildren, Katie Anderson and Derrick Rawn; two step-great-grandchildren.

Eld. Stephen Brooks assisted by Mrs. Blankenship’s son, Eld. Rickey Hall, officiated at the 1 pm. Wednesday afternoon August 31st funeral services from the Carthage Chapel of Sanderson Funeral Home. Interment followed beside her husband in the Garden of the Cross at the Smith County Memorial Gardens with Eld. Barney Allison officiating.

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+2022, North Richland Hills, Tarrant Co., TX, Obituary

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Jeffery Daniel Blankenship, 72, passed away Thursday, August 11, 2022. He was born September 24, 1949, in Longview, Texas to Robert and Laverne Blankenship where he grew up in with nine brothers and sisters.

He served multiple tours in Vietnam, then went on multiple undisclosed missions for the United Nations and abroad. He served 20 plus years in the United States Air Force, a highly decorated Master Sargent and retired with Honors. He raised 5 children, one of which was adopted, and he treated as his own. He ensured the safety and wellbeing of each one of his children no matter what and his wife, Gerry, whom he loved very much from the moment they met till the day he died. Jeffery had a great sense of humor and loved margaritas and ice cream. He loved golf, fishing, bowling, and anything else that involved his family. He always stated his greatest accomplishment was his children and grandchildren and loved going to all the children’s functions and made sure to tell them that he wanted everyone to never ask what if or why. Jeffery was a kind soul who always found a way to help others in need. His children considered him the greatest man in our lives. He left a mark on the country he protected and the people who had the honor to meet him. He will live forever in our memories and our hearts.

Jeffery is preceded in death by his parents, and stepmother, Edith; grandson, Eric; siblings, Glenn, Allen, Herman, Laura and Jimmy.

He is survived by his loving wife, Gerry; children, Deana, Charlie, Ray, Thomas and Daniel; brother, Robert; sisters, Bertie, Sherry and Shirley; eight grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.

A Celebration of Life will take place Monday, August 15, 2022, at 11:00am at Eventfully Yours Special Event Center, 7640 NE Loop 820, Suite 110, North Richland Hills, Tx 76180.

+2022, Wichita Falls, Wichita Co., TX, Obituary

https://www.archerfuneralhome.net/obituary/Sue-Blankenship

Mary Sue Blankenship, 83 of Wichita Falls, passed away Tuesday, August 2, 2022 in Wichita Falls. She was born March 29, 1939 in Seymour to Keith and Beuna Lee Simmons Hadden.

Sue attended Seymour schools until the 5th grade when the family moved to Ft. Worth, there she attended Poly Tech High School. Sue married Donald Blankenship on September 1, 1978 in Anson, Texas. She worked in banking for about 30 years as a Vice President at Olney Savings and Loan and First National Bank of Wichita Falls. Sue raised her children with a strict moral compass. With Sue, there was no gray area, everything was black and white, right or wrong. She loved her children and loved people. She truly enjoyed cooking and was really good at it.

Sue was preceded in death by her parents, Keith and Beuna Lee Hadden; a brother, David Hadden and a grandson, Adrian Jones.

She is survived by her husband, Don Blankenship of Wichita Falls; a daughter, Teresa Nixon of Flower Mound; a son, Wess Jones of Flower Mound; 2 step-daughters, Annthinette Blankenship and Danette Russo of Wichita Falls; 6 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren.

Services will be held at 1:00 pm, on Saturday, August 6, 2022 at the Faith Baptist Church, 3001 Southwest Parkway in Wichita Falls with Pastor Craig Lyle and Larry Shields officiating. Burial will be in the Masonic Cemetery in Seymour with Larry Shields officiating under the direction of Archer Funeral Home.

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

https://memorials.honakerfuneralhome.net/darrell-blankenship/4995146/

Mr. Darrell Blankenship, age 69, of Rowe, Virginia, passed away Tuesday (August 2, 2022) in a Grundy, Virginia hospital. Born September 18, 1952 in Richlands, Virginia, he was a son of the late Clifford Carlos and Iris Lee Coleman Blankenship.

A lifelong resident of the area, he was of the Pentecostal faith. He enjoyed riding four wheelers and working puzzles.

Survivors include his wife, Joetta Blankenship; one sister, Deborah Mendez; two brothers, Danny Blankenship and wife, Diane and Dwight Blankenship and wife, Rita; two children, Darrell Blankenship and wife, Tina and Lisa Harris and husband, Junior; step-daughter, Kimberly Mutter; two grandchildren, Justin Harris and Peyton Prater; six nieces and nephews also survive.

Funeral services will be conducted at 1:00 pm, on Saturday in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel, Honaker, Virginia with Rev. Leonard Meadows officiating. Interment will follow in the Hess Cemetery at Miller Creek, Virginia. Pallbearers will be Josh Giambroni, Dale Blankenship, Robert Hale, Mack Prater, Junior Harris, and Jerry Street.

+2022, Altavista, Campbell Co., VA, Obituary

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Kathy Layne Blankenship, 70, of Altavista died Saturday, August 20, 2022 at her home. She was the wife of Jeffery Blankenship. She was born October 3, 1951 in Lynchburg, a daughter of Sadie Glass Layne of Altavista and the late Guy Taylor Layne.

She was a former employee of A.O. Smith and Klopman and a retired employee of Bausch & Lomb. In addition to spending time with her family, she enjoyed reading, music, dancing and shopping. She enjoyed cooking for her family on holidays and making their favorite desserts. Kathy was a former member of the Ladies of the Moose where she formed many friendships that have lasted throughout the years.

In addition to her husband and mother, she is survived by one son, Johnny Dagenhart, Jr. and his wife, Brittany of Rustburg; one daughter, Belinda Dagenhart of Evington; one brother, Danny Layne and his wife, Patsy of Altavista; three grandchildren, Bryce, Leighton, and Sadie; her mother-in-law, Dorothy Blankenship of Bedford; two sisters-in-law, Libby Dickson and Patricia Dodd both of Bedford; and her childhood best friend, Rosemary Keatts of Hurt.

A graveside service will be conducted at 2:00 pm, Wednesday, August 24, 2022 at Green Hill Cemetery by the Rev. Dr. Ricky Ewing.

+2022, Narrows, Giles Co., VA, Obituary

https://www.riffefuneralservice.com/obituary/Dewey-Blankenship

Dewey Lee Blankenship 83, of Narrows, VA, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, August 11, 2022, at Carilion Giles Community Hospital in Pearisburg. Dewey was born in Giles County, VA on March 26, 1939, and was a son of the late Jessie Davis Blankenship and Lilly Mae Clark Blankenship.

Dewey worked as a concrete epoxy finisher for many years working for his son Randy for 15 years. He loved to hunt and fish and helping his son work on the farm.

Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 63 years, Barbara Ann Lucas Blankenship, one brother, Mike “Blinkey” Blankenship, one sister, Phyllis Blankenship, one son, Marvin Blankenship, one daughter, Christy Blankenship and a grandson, Joey Blankenship.

He is survived by two daughters, Pamela Hilton (Billy) of Pembroke, Misty B. Whittaker (Stephen) of Narrows, two sons, Mike Blankenship of Narrows and Randy Blankenship (Lois) of Narrows, 4 brothers, Curtis Blankenship of Princeton, WV, Claude Blankenship of Narrows, Roger Blankenship (Lorretta) of Pearisburg, Wayne Blankenship (Joan) of Pipestem, WV and 2 sisters, Linda Linkous (Barry) of Narrows and Debbie Webb of Pearisburg. He was also a beloved grandfather of eight and a great grandfather of sixteen.

A Celebration of Life will be held at 12 pm, Monday, August 15, 2022, at the North Narrows Tabernacle Church with Pastor Paul Terry, Pastor Lee Martin and Butch Blankenship officiating. Givens – Riffe Funeral Service in Narrows.

+2022, Harrisonburg City, VA, Obituary

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Patricia Ann “Pat” Blankenship, 64, of Harrisonburg, went to be with the Lord, Sunday, August 21, 2022, at Augusta Medical Center in Fishersville. Pat was born on April 24, 1958, in Huntingdon, PA and was the daughter of the late Benjamin Franklin and Verna Beck Lear.

Pat came to the Shenandoah Valley at a young age, in the early sixty’s. She went to work at Holly farms in 1980, later going into health care for 38 years and working as a C.N.A. at Virginia Mennonite Retirement Communities for 16 years, before retiring due to health concerns. She was a Tony Stewart and Dallas Cowboys fan, and she loved listening to Alabama.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a sister, Cheryl Crawford.

On March 19, 2010, she married Harold E. Blankenship, Sr. who survives. She is also survived by her children, Stanley Lee Smith, Jr. and wife, Iris, Florence Ann Dispanet and husband, Brandon, and Harold E. Blankenship, Jr. and wife, Shelley; sisters, Debbie Garber and husband, Marvin, and Mae Louise Lear; grandchildren, Madison Lynn Smith, Hannah Moyers, Heather Blankenship, Patrick Fulk, Paislie Moubray, Patsy Fulk, Pierce Fulk and Victoria Dispanet; great-grandchildren, Timothy Fulk, Elizabeth Fulk, Kingslee Moubray and Jensen Moyer.

The family will commemorate her life privately.

+2022, Vinton, Roanoke Co., VA, Obituary

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William Edward “Bill” Blankenship, 85, of Vinton, passed away from this world on Monday, August 8, 2022, to his Heavenly home. Bill was born in Bedford County on October 16, 1936.

Bill served in the U. S. Army before starting a 37-year career in telecommunications with Western Electric, a short retirement, and six more years with AtPac.

The rumble of a Harley makes the heart vibrate. “Harley Bill” bought his first Harley at the age of sixteen. His teen years thrummed to the beat of that rumble. One day he rode his Harley to a church revival where Mary Mattox was singing in the choir.

Bill and Mary courted on a Harley. Nothing could part Bill and Mary, and nothing could part them from that Harley. Except maybe a couple of kids. Bill sold the Harley to pay for the birth of David. Two years later, another son, Mike, was born. As the years passed, Bill demonstrated his devotion to his family. His precious sons grew, and daughters-in-law joined the family. Harley Bill and his devoted Mary were enjoying the ride of life, but in 1995 a single word put the ride in check, grandkids. Brent, followed by Spencer, Will, and Drew, became Papa’s new passion. He invested in his grandsons in every way. He was proud of each of them.

Eventually, it was time for a new Harley. Bill and Mary rode nearly every day. They joined the Reborn Riders so they could use their love for motorcycles as a venue for sharing the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Bill served, as a member of Mineral Springs Baptist Church, in many and varied capacities, including deacon, and treasurer. He shared his time and talents willingly, embodying what it means to love your neighbor. Bill was a man of wisdom. He realized when it was time to trade the Harley for a trike. He and Mary spent happy days traveling the Blue Ridge Parkway, searching for the perfect picnic spot.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Gertrude Tolley and Robert Wallace Blankenship; brothers, Lawrence and Lewis; and his sister, Elsie Minnix.,

He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Mary Leigh Mattox Blankenship; sons, David and Michael; daughters-in-law, Victoria and Angela; and grandsons, Brent, Spencer, William, and Andrew.

Harley Bill took his last trike ride at the age of eighty-five. On August 8, 2022, he entered into the presence of Christ. The rumble of his grand heart will live here in our memories. Harley Bill will ride on.

A funeral service will be held at 10:00 am, on Thursday, August 11, 2022, at Oakey’s Vinton Chapel with Pastor Bobby Harris officiating. Interment will follow in Mountain View Cemetery with Military Honors by the U. S. Army. Oakey’s Vinton Chapel.

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+2022, Renick, Greenbrier Co., WV, Obituary

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

Alston Bradford Blankenship, 80 of Renick, WV passed away Monday, August 29, 2022, at Greenbrier Valley Medical Center. Born September 29, 1941, in Havre De Grace, MD he was the son of the late Edra Blankenship and Ora Maggie Blake McClure.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two daughters, Teena Ross and Regina Randow, sisters, Juanita McClure, Janice Channel and Sharon Gaskin.

Survivors include his loving wife of sixty-two years, Sallie Blankenship, son, Garry Blankenship of Airville, PA, sister, Charlene Williams of Farm Grove, PA and grandchildren, Sheena White, Willy Randow, Jamie Ross, Sallie Ann Blankenship, Garry Blankenship, great grandchildren, Slate, Blaire, Liam, Addison and Brent.

Funeral service will be 12:00 Noon, Thursday, September 1, 2022, at the Morgan Funeral Home Chapel, Lewisburg, WV. Burial will follow in the Ellis Chapel Cemetery, Renick, WV. Morgan Funeral Home, Lewisburg, WV.

+2022, Rupert, Greenbrier Co., WV, Obituary

https://www.smathersfuneralchapelinc.com/obituaries/Dennis-Wayne-Blankenship-Sr?obId=25811441

Dennis Wayne Blankenship, Sr. 73, of Rupert, passed away Wednesday, August 31, 2022, in the Greenbrier Valley Medical Center, Lewisburg, following a sudden illness. Born January 4, 1949, in Greenbrier County, he was the son of the late George “Willie” and Cora “Maxine” (Lyons)

Dennis was a proud U.S. Army veteran, stationed in Germany during the Viet Nam War. Upon his return to the states, he worked in the surface mining industry. Dennis enjoyed hunting, fishing, and camping, and was of the Church of God faith.

In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his sister Donna Faye Blankenship.

Survivors include his loving wife of 47 years, Clara Kirk Blankenship; one son Dennis Wayne “Chuck” Blankenship, Jr. of Rupert; one daughter Crystal Holliday (Mitchell) of Smoot; two sisters Diann Trout (Jerry) of Rupert and Deanna Sims of Asbury; four grandchildren Granger and Samantha Holliday and Sawyer and Finn Blankenship; and a host of extended family and friends.

Services will be 1:00 pm, Saturday, September 10, 2022, at Smathers Funeral Chapel with Pastor Mike Simms officiating. The body will be entombed in the Wallace Memorial Mausoleum, Clintonville. Pallbearers will be Dennis Wayne “Chuck” Blankenship, Mitchell Holliday, Granger Holliday, Jerry Trout, Caleb Simms, and Doodle McClung; with Curtis Simms and Kirby Blankenship serving as honorary pallbearers.

+2022, White Sulphur Springs, Greenbrier Co, WV, Obituary

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James L. “Jim” Blankenship, 77, of White Sulphur Springs, passed away August 1, 2022, at Beckley Area Regional Hospital in Beckley, WV. He was born February 2, 1945, in Frankford, WV, to the late Alonzo and Rhoda Workman Blankenship.

Jim was a heavy equipment operator for Lynch Construction Co. He started his working career in the coal mines and then later with the State Road, before working with Lynch Construction. He loved to be outdoors while enjoying fishing, hunting, or shooting the breeze with his friends.

Other than his parents, he was preceded in death by his sisters, Mary Harless and Thelma Tipton; and brothers, Alva and Harley Blankenship.

Surviving Jim is his wife, Phyllis Mentz Blankenship; daughters, Melissa Kasprzak (Marc) of Yadkinville, NC, and Michelle Hefner (Richard Martinez) of Matthews, NC; grandchildren, Brittany Talbert (Josh) and Danyelle Thompson; sisters, Arella Underwood of Frankford, WV, and Irene George (Sam) of White Sulphur Springs; brothers, Lloyd Blankenship of Frankford and Bradford Blankenship of Pennsylvania; fishing and hunting buddy, Bobby Mentz; and best friend, Dewey Taylor.

Funeral services will be Sunday, August 7, 2022, at 2 p.m. at Wallace & Wallace Funeral Home in White Sulphur Springs with Pastor Ralph Hubbard officiating, with interment to follow at the Highland Park Cemetery, Second Creek, WV.

+2022, Jolo, McDowell Co., WV, Obituary

https://www.grundyfuneralhome.com/obituaries/Karen--Sue--Blankenship?obId=25665868

Karen Sue Blankenship, 66 years of age from Jolo, WV, lost a very courageous battle of 8 months with ovarian cancer on Thursday, August 18, 2022 at home. Born in Welch, WV on August 18, 1956, she was the daughter of the late Patton and Nellie (Barnett) Richardson, and was of the Christian faith.

She was a loving wife, mother and wonderful homemaker. She enjoyed vegetable gardening, was an excellent cook like her mother and she enjoyed feeding many. Those who knew her well would speak of her good heart and warm personality. Never meeting a stranger and wearing a smile, she loved to talk to everyone she met, much like her father.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 34 years and the love of her life, Charles Blankenship.

Those left to cherish her memory include Daughters: Tonya Moretto and Fiancée Brian Wagner of Pilgrims Knob, VA, Angela and Freddie Lowe II of Clarksburg, WV; Brothers: Pat Richardson, Larry Richardson and Harold Richardson; Sister: Judy Talbot; Daughter-in-Heart: Tessa Mutter; Sister-in-Heart: Vicki Richardson; Special Friends: Oral Hagerman and Henry Bales. Also, survived by several nieces and nephews.

Funeral Services will be conducted at 1:00 pm, Wednesday, August 24, 2022 at the Family Worship Center in Jolo, WV, with Charlie Rose and Tommy Jenks officiating with burial to follow in the Lester Family Cemetery on Bartley Mountain, West Virginia. Grundy Funeral Home of Grundy, VA.

+2022, Buffalo, Putnam Co., WV, Obituary

https://www.raynesfuneralhome.com/obituaries/Paula--Jean-Blankenship?obId=25680077

Paula J. Casto Blankenship, 63 of Buffalo, passed away Sunday, August 21, 2022 at HospiceCare at C.A.M.C. Memorial. Born October 16, 1958, She was the daughter of the late Charles and Geraldine Casto.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her three brothers, Gary Kent, Paul Kent Jr. and Allen Ross.

She retired from Putnam County Schools.

She is survived by her son, Travis Blankenship of Buffalo; daughter, Priscilla Blankenship of Buffalo; sisters, Renea (Joey) Pursley of Ravenswood, Brenda Stone of Cottageville, Patricia (Paul) Blair of Ravenswood and Shirley (Todd) Patterson of Gallipolis OH; grandchildren, Shelby Blankenship, Mason Blankenship, Emmitt Blankenship and Memphis Bragg.

In accordance with her wishes her body will be cremated. A celebration of her life will take place at a later date. Raynes Funeral Home, 20072 Charleston Rd., Buffalo, WV.

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