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+2022, Abbeville, Henry Co., AL, Obituary

https://memorials.holmanmortuaries.com/billy-blankenship/5032131/index.php

Billy Hugh Blankenship, Sr., a resident of Abbeville, died early Thursday morning, September 29, 2022, in a Dothan hospital. He was 83. He was born [January 10, 1939] and reared in Henry County, near Clopton, son of the late Fred Blankenship and Jewell Price Blankenship.

He was self-employed as the President, Owner and Operator of BSB Trucking, Inc. and also Blankenship Logging, Inc.

Mr. Blankenship was preceded in death by two sisters, Annette Rogers and Judy Shelley and two brothers, James Fred Blankenship and Jack Blankenship.

Surviving relatives include his wife, Sheila Nolan Blankenship, a daughter, Sherry Robison (Harold), Abbeville; a son, Bill Blankenship (Stacy), Abbeville; four grandchildren, Cody Blankenship (Alexa), Cade Blankenship (Anabeth), Jenna Robison and Zack Robison (Jessica), three great-grandchildren, Elizabeth Blankenship, Harper Blankenship and Banks Blankenship, a sister, Martha McCraney (Joe), Louisville, AL; two brothers, Nathan Blankenship (Barbara), Sneads, FL; and Ronald Blankenship (Sue), Shorterville; sisters-in-law, Billie Jewell Blankenship, Clio, AL; and Martha Blankenship Kelley, Abbeville; a brother-in-law, Larry Nolan (Mary Jane), Abbeville.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 pm, Sunday, October 2, 2022, in the Holman-Abbeville Mortuary Chapel with Reverend George Bryan officiating. Burial will follow in the Abbeville Memorial Cemetery. Serving as active pallbearers will be Joe McCraney, Joe McCraney, Jr., Tommy Nolan, Ricky Blankenship, Tim Blankenship and Robert Bileau.

+2022, Decatur, Morgan Co., AL, Obituary

https://www.holmescoffeymurray.com/obituary/Donald-Blankenship

Donald Ray Blankenship was born September 10, 1938, in Decatur AL, the 3rd of 8 children. He was welcomed home on September 7, 2022.

He was a long-time member of Victory Life Church and served in the prison ministry, the Brotherhood, the Food Bank and as a care pastor.

He is survived by his wife, Margaret; one son Ronen David Blankenship, wife Cindy of Decatur AL; one daughter, Donnalla Miller, husband Chris of Durant; two sisters Nell Roberts, husband Charles of Decatur AL; Wanda Cagle of Decatur AL; one brother, Joe Blankenship of McDonough GA; four grandchildren, Jon Houston Christian (preceded in death); Jonell Ellis, husband Drew of Durant; Jada Blankenship of Madison AL; Anna Chickaway, husband Isaiah of Decatur AL; three great grandchildren, Jace and Donavan Ellis, Isaiah Chickaway and many nieces and nephews.

A funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, September 10, 2022 at Victory Life Church in Durant, Oklahoma with Pastor Lee Armstrong officiating. Donald will be laid to rest at Highland Cemetery following the funeral service. Pall bearers will be Chris Miller, Scott Martin, Weston Miller, Jim May, Kregg Matson and Melvin Gale. Holmes-Coffey-Murray Funeral Home 121 North 5th Street, Durant, Oklahoma.

+2022, Northport, Tuscaloosa Co., AL, Obituary

https://www.tuscaloosamemorial.com/obituary/margaret-blankenship

Margaret Lee Blankenship, 86 [June 8, 1936], of Northport, AL, passed away on Wednesday, September 14, 2022 at her residence.

Margaret graduated from Tuscaloosa High School in 1954, marrying a newly discharged sailor a few months later. Their marriage lasted 51 years thru moves from Tuscaloosa to Chicago to Panama City, FL, then landing in Cottondale, AL, where she lived for 54 years. Margaret was active in churches throughout her travels. From church secretary in Panama City to VBS director and Sunday School teacher at Carrolls Creek Baptist Church. Margaret also enjoyed several years as a member of the "Red Hat Society". Margaret was a very loving mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her.

Margaret was preceded in death by her husband, William (Bill) Blankenship, Sr.; daughter, Kathy Davis (Ed); infant son, Walter George Blankenship; and parents, George and Helen Hollar.

Margaret is survived by her son, William "Billy" Blankenship Jr. (Susan), of Northport, AL; grandchildren, Ginger Martz (John), of Northport, AL, Billy Davis, of Boston, MA, Tara Mohr (Travis), of Lincoln, AL, and Casey Blankenship, of Tuscaloosa, AL; great grandchildren, Hannah and Kayla Martz, and Hudson and Grayson Mohr.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 am, on Saturday, September 17, 2022 at Tuscaloosa Memorial Chapel. Serving as pallbearers will be Freddie Patterson, Mike Carden, Ronnie Guy, Mike Hogue, David Mills, and Brian Patterson. Honorary pallbearers will be Mr. and Mrs. John Pierce, Mr. and Mrs. Ned Christian, Mary Patterson, members of Old Salem Baptist Church, members of Carrolls Creek Baptist Church, a special "Thank You" to Oasis Hospice and the caregivers from "A Touch of Love".

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+2022, Waldron, Scott Co., AR, Obituary

https://www.cornwellfuneralhomes.com/obituary/michelle-balnkenship

Michelle Anne Blankenship age 18 of Waldron passed away September 13, 2022. She was born July 13, 2004 in Danville, Arkansas to Jeremy Blankenship and Candy Michelle Flenner.

Michelle was a Senior at Waldron High School. She loved her pets Butterscotch and Kit Cat. She loved being on her phone, playing music and being with her family and friends. She liked playing Monopoly and Uno and watching movies.

She was preceded in death by her aunt, Patricia Kemp.

Survivors include her father & step mother, Jeremy & Jennifer Blankenship; mother Candy Blankenship; brother, Isaiah Blankenship; step-sister, Jasmine Treadwell; step-brother, Kameron Treadwell; grandparents, Cheryl & Shelby Scott; aunts & Uncles, Janice & William Blankenship; Debbra & Walter Kemp; chosen uncles, Everett Strong, & Roy Larue; cousins, Seth, Stryker, Kevin, and Terry Blankenship; and extended family and friends.

Memorial service will be 10:00 am Thursday September 22, 2022 at the Jesus Name Pentecostal Church. Burial will be at New Bethel Cemetery. Honorary pallbearers will be Kameron Treadwell, Terry Blankenship, Seth Blankenship, Stryker Blankenship Isaiah Blankenship, and Jeremy Blankenship. Cornwell Funeral Home Danville and River Valley Crematory Dardanelle.

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+2022, Clermont, Lake Co., FL, Obituary

https://www.bobhuntfh.com/obituaries/doris-blankenship

Doris Hogan Blankenship of Clermont, FL passed from this earth on Thursday, September 22, 2022 at the age of 91. Doris was the 8th of 10 children born to Willie and Ethel Hogan of Cave City, KY on April 4, 1931.

Doris was an avid quilter, card player and basketball fan, cheering wildly for her beloved Orlando Magic and Kentucky Wildcats. She was always ready for the next adventure life sent her way. She sewed the names on Mickey Mouse ears at Le Chapeau on Main Street of the Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World for 20 years, retiring in 2007. Doris was a member of the 14th Street Church of Christ in Leesburg, FL. She was loved by many and will be missed by all.

Doris is predeceased by her brothers Jesse, James “Hogie”, and Turner and her sisters Joy Taylor and Joann Toohey.

Doris is survived by her brother Arthur in California, her brother Genie and wife Marilyn in Kentucky, her sister Willie Mae Miller of Saratoga Springs, New York, her brother Rondal and wife Zona of Kotzebue, Alaska and numerous nieces and nephews of several generations.

Doris is survived by her son, James Randall Blankenship and spouse Teresa of Clermont and daughters, Andrea Taylor and spouse Michael of Clermont and Pamela Davis and husband Fred of Cosby, TN. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Michael Blankenship, Randi Lyn Blankenship, Jennifer and Micah O’Steen, Aaron Taylor and fiancé Nicole Hrbek and Michael Jonathon Taylor and fiancé Jess DeQuattro, great-grandchildren, Matthew and Adrianna Blankenship, Bradley O’Steen, Leah O’Steen and James Blankenship, and great-grandpuppy Rosie.

Graveside Services will be conducted at 11:00 am, on Thursday, September 29, 2022 at Cave City Cemetery with interment to follow. Wayne Hatcher will officiate the service. Bob Hunt Funeral Chapel.

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+2022, Kentland, Newton Co., IN, Obituary

https://www.clapperfuneralservices.com/obituary/connie-blankenship

Connie J. Blankenship, 88, of Kentland, passed away on Saturday, September 3, 2022 at White Oak Health Campus of Monticello. She was born October 3, 1933 in Goodland to the late Donald and Artis Pearl (Hood) Dorton.

Connie had been a hairdresser in Kentland for 20 years and court reporter for Circuit Court at Newton County Court House. Connie enjoyed Bunco Club in Kentland and was an avid sports fan following Purdue sports and the Chicago Cubs. She also spent many years watching baseball and basketball while Tater coached several local teams.

Connie was a 1951 graduate of Goodland High School. Her marriage was to Donald “Tater” Blankenship on May 14, 1952 in Fowler. Tater passed away on March 2, 2007.

Preceding her in death along with her husband and parents are two sisters, Marilyn and Marcelyn.

Connie is survived by her two children, Bernie (wife: Becky) Blankenship of Monticello and Cari (husband: Roy) Cozart of Kentland; brother, Dean Dorton of Goodland. 4 grandchildren, Casey (husband: Eric) Blackburn, Jennifer Hoaks, Jamie Hoaks, and Aaron (fiancé Karlie) Blakey. Connie is also survived by 6 great-grandchildren.

Funeral Service 11 AM (CDT) Saturday, September 10, 2022 also at Stitz-Clapper Funeral Home. Pastor Clint Fink to officiate. Interment to follow in Mt. Gilboa Cemetery of Fowler. Stitz-Clapper Funeral Home of Kentland.

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+2022, Belfry, Pike Co., KY Obituary

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

Travis Dewayne Blankenship Jr., infant son of Natasha Brooke Given and Travis Dewayne Blankenship of Williamson, WV, passed away suddenly, Sunday, September 18, 2022, in the emergency room of the Tug Valley Regional Medical Center. Travis was born August 6, 2022, in Pikeville Medical Center.

He was preceded in death by his grandmother, Melissa Perry.

Other survivors include his sisters, Amberly Jade Blankenship and Rachel Lynn Blankenship; two brothers, Charlie Matthew Blankenship and Alejandro Aiden Villafranco; grandparents, Frelin and Cathy Workman; special grandmother, Shannon Doyle; loving friends, Tedra Dotson, Madison Justice, Faith Dotson, Anthony Fields, Kristina Trout, Brandy Church and a host of other loving family and friends.

Visitation will be held Tuesday, September 27, 2022, at the West Williamson Freewill Baptist Church from 11 AM until time for the funeral service at 1 PM, with Danny Swafford officiating. R. E. Rogers Funeral Home of Belfry, KY.

+2022, Stopover, Pike Co., KY Obituary

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

It is with a heavy heart we announce the passing of Zachary William Blankenship 18, of Stopover, Kentucky, on September 17, 2022, at Stopover. He was born March 31, 2004, in Pikeville, KY.

Zachary was a junior at North Point Academy in Pikeville, KY, and was of the Christian faith. His smile was contagious and would light up the room. He was a wonderful kid and had a good sense of humor. Zach loved children and animals. He enjoyed the outdoors and hunting. He loved his Savanna. Zach was the best son anyone could have asked for. He will be missed by all who knew and loved him.

Zachary was preceded in death by his grandmother, Edna Blankenship and uncle, Malcolm Blankenship.

Zachary is survived by his parents who include his father, Raymond Hurley, mother, Betty Hunt and his stepfather, Roy Lynn Hunt of Stopover, KY; fiancée, Savanna Prater, Blackberry, KY; his sissy, Edna (Tippy) Potter of Phelps, Ky; special niece, Jaylen Charles; special nephews, Joseph, and Jordan Charles all of Stopover; maternal grandfather, Will Blankenship, and Mom maw, Lenore Hunt both of Stopover; cousins who were like brothers, Frank Hurley, Dyllon Hurley, Cameron Hunt, John Hurley, and Harold Hurley; best friends, DaShaun Jones, Bobby Kolffe, and Shawn Prater. Zach had a host of aunts, uncles, friends, family, and cousins.

Funeral service will begin at 1:00 pm, Friday, September 23rd, 2022, at the Church of God in Stopover. Interment will follow at Prater Cemetery in Woodman, KY. Jones & West Funeral Home at Phelps, KY.

+2022, Stopover, Pike Co., KY, Obituary

https://www.communityfuneralky.com/obituaries/Bessie-Blankenship?obId=25949189

Bessie Blankenship 74 of Stopover, KY passed from this earthly life Saturday September 24, 2022 at her residence. She was born Sunday September 12, 1948 in Mingo County, WV a daughter to Beual Dencil Young and Zora Sloan Young Blankenship.

Bessie was preceded in death by her parents Beual Dencil Young and Zora Sloan Young Blankenship; two sisters Mary Dean Young and Nyoka Ray; and three brothers Arlie Lee Young, Eugene Young, and Walter Young.

Bessie was survived by her son James Ransom Blankenship of Stopover, KY; her daughter Anita Marie Blankenship of Varney, KY; two brothers Richard Young of Pikeville, KY, and Otto Young of Stanton, KY; two sisters Marilee Borum of Phelps, KY, and Judith Showalter (David) of Phelps, KY; and three grandchildren Charles Blankenship, Montana Blankenship, and Colton Newsome.

Bessie leaves behind a host of family and friends to mourn her passing. Bessie Blankenship will be sadly missed by all those who knew and loved her.

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+2022, Blaine, Aroostook Co., ME, Obituary

https://www.duncan-graves.com/obituaries/Barbara--Ellen-Blankenship-Sherwindt?obId=25958086

Barbara Ellen (Blankenship) Sherwindt, 90, died peacefully at home, on September 25, 2022 with the love of her life and husband of 60 years, Carl, by her side. She was born on June 9, 1932 to Preston and Matilda Jane (Estep) Blankenship of Panther Creek, West Virginia. She was the last surviving of her nine siblings.

Barbara and her husband left West Virginia in 1978 to come to Maine to continue to fulfill the purpose she was best at, taking care of her family. Barabara enjoyed gardening, sewing, baking, spending time with family, going to visit her family in the South, crafting, farming, and tending to her flowers. Her nature was to be very giving and you never left her home empty handed.

In addition to her parents, Barbara was predeceased by her siblings Frances, Dorothy, Margie, Bill, Jim, Martha Jane, and 2 babies. Also, daughter - Hazel Marie Stacy, grandchildren - Carl David, Dean, Renee, great grandson - Carter, sons-in-law Dale and Sam, and grand-daughter-in law Hope.

She is survived by her husband, Carl Sherwindt, her daughters, Martha Dotson of West Virginia, Ruth (Al) Weeks of Maine. Along with her children, she leaves behind six grandchildren Ginger (Rickey) Steele of North Carolina, Juile Dotson, Ricky Dotson, and Sammy (Annette) Dotson all of West Virginia, Stacey (Cameron) Price, and Charity (Raymond) Mayhew all of Maine, and grandson-in-law William Roberts of West Virginia. She was blessed with 18 great grandchildren and ten great great grandchildren.

Friends and family are invited to call 1:00 pm where a service will be conducted at 2:00 pm Thursday, September 29, 2022, at the Duncan Funeral Home 8 Main Street Mars Hill, Maine 04758.

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

https://obits.mlive.com/us/obituaries/flint/name/linda-blankenship-obituary?id=36605719

Linda Faye Blankenship, 75, years old passed away at Hurley Hospital on Wednesday September 21, 2022. She was born on September 11, 1947 to Jimmie & Margaret Branton in Columbus, Georgia.

Linda was married to Fred Eugene Blankenship since July 21, 2014. Linda worked and retired from General Motors. She loved her husband Fred and her family very much and especially her 2 Chihuahuas that she always spoiled.

She is preceded in death by both of her parents, Jimmie C. Branton and Margaret Branton, a brother, Jimmie R. Branton, and her daughter, Tammy Chiodini.

Linda is survived by her husband, Fred E. Blankenship, step-daughter, Nicole (Roberto) Rodriguez, her brother, Steve Branton, her best friend of over 40 years, Marsha Sukup; several grandchildren, great- grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

Funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. Monday, September 26, 2022 at Swartz Funeral Home, 1225 West Hill Road, Pastor Kyle Bailey officiating. Burial in Flint Memorial Park. Visitation 4 p.m. 8 p.m. Sunday and 11 a.m. Monday until the time of the service at the funeral home.

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+2022, Iberia, Miller Co., MO, Obituary

https://www.lakeexpo.com/obituaries/freddie-blankenship-august-20-1942---september-1-2022/article_569a12ea-2d3c-11ed-b9ff-23c728dc57cb.html

Frederick “Freddie” Blankenship, age 80, of Iberia, passed away on Thursday, September 1, 2022, at his home surrounded by his family. He was born in the Hickory Point Community near Iberia on August 20, 1942, son of the late Ora Jasper and Mattie Carolyn (Waite) Blankenship.

Freddie had a strong work ethic and was a dedicated family-man. In addition to being a life-long farmer, he was employed as the Miller County Treasurer and later owned and operated a small engine shop in Tuscumbia. After retiring, Freddie continued staying busy on the farm raising turkey and cattle. He was active in his community and was a member of the Tuscumbia Lions Club and served as Charter member for the Miller County Historical Society.

He was devoted to his faith and was a member of Hickory Point Baptist Church, where he led the Sunday night prayer service for many years. In his spare time, he enjoyed his many pheasant hunts and elk hunting trips to Montana and Colorado. Freddie’s son and grandchildren were the joy of his life.

On January 15, 1966, in Jefferson City, Freddie was united in marriage to Diane Hall, who survives at their home.

He was preceded in death by his parents, brother, Frank Blankenship, and sister, Bonnie Barr.

In addition to his wife, Diane Blankenship, he is also survived by his son, Darin (Lisa) Blankenship; grandson, Brent (BreeAnn) Blankenship; granddaughter, Maddie Blankenship; a step-away-grandchildren, Jeffrey (Kelsay) Ocheskey, Morgan (Shane) Libbert, and Victoria (Sam) Ocheskey; 12 great-grandchildren, Khambel, Teegan, Hayley, Dalton, Mason, Sidney, Bailey, Quinn, Carson, Noah, Issaiah, and Jonah; two brothers, Berry Blankenship and Dale Blankenship; and numerous nieces, nephews, family and friends.

Funeral services will be at 1 pm, on Saturday, September 3, 2022, at Fancher-Rekus Funeral Home in Iberia with Bro. Mac McCully officiating. Interment will be held in Hickory Point Cemetery near Iberia.

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

https://www.quinnmcgowen.com/obituary/Donna-Blankenship

Donna Fallon Blankenship, 57, of Hampstead passed from her earthly life Sunday, September 18, 2022 at her mother’s home in Hampstead. She was born September 28, 1964 in Minot, North Dakota, the daughter of Clara Batson Fallon of Hampstead and the late Francis A. “Tony” Fallon.

In addition to her father Donna was preceded in death by her brother, Tony Fallon.

Donna leaves to cherish her memory, her mother, Clara Batson Fallon; husband, Dennis Blankenship; daughters, Alisha Ann Blankenship and Jessica Murphy and husband, Ryan; grandchildren, Dylan Blankenship, Briella Rambeaut, and Madilyn Rambeaut; sisters, Julie Jones, Terry Grant and Iris Maley; and many friends.

Mom, there is no other like you. You were so kind and you were the Best Mother, Wife, Nanny, Daughter, Sister and Friend anyone could have asked for. Your presence in our lives was pure joy. Many knew you in the community as Dr. Zambrowski’s dental assistant and during those years you touched many lives with your beauty, both inside and out. You were such a sweetheart. You were compassionate, adored and loved by so many. You will forever leave your imprint of kindness in my heart and in the hearts of all who knew and loved you.

A memorial service will be 2:00 p.m. Saturday, September 24, 2022 at Barlow Vista Baptist Church, 22340 US Hwy 17 N, Hampstead, NC 28443 with The Rev. Marty Johnson, The Rev. Danny Justice, and Mr. Gary Blankenship conducting the service. Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home of Burgaw.

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+2022, West Point, Cuming Co., NE, Obituary

https://stokelyfuneralhome.com/obituaries/darrel-j-blankenship/1035/

Darrel James Blankenship, 59 [August 20, 1963], of West Point, died September, 14, 2022 at Franciscan Healthcare in West Point. Services will be at a later date.

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+2022, Toronto, Jefferson Co., OH, Obituary

https://www.weirtondailytimes.com/obituaries/2022/09/mary-alice-blankenship/

Mary Alice Blankenship, 95, Toronto, OH, was called home by her Lord and Savior, surrounded by her loving family, Saturday Sept. 10, 2022, at her home. She was born Nov. 18, 1926, in Mingo Jct, OH, daughter of the late Harry Redmond and Alice (Maderia) Barcus.

She was retired from the Herald Star Circulation Dept. Mary Alice was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Toronto.

In addition to her parents, Mary Alice was preceded in death by her husband, Oris Lee Blankenship, daughter, Ruth Ann Bell, son, Dale Guy Blankenship, and brother, Harry Barcus.

Mary Alice leaves behind her son, William L. ‘Bill’ (Cathy) Blankenship and daughter, Janet (Michael) Groman, both of Toronto; eleven grandchildren, fourteen great-grandchildren, and five great-great- grandchildren.

A private service will be held Wednesday Sept. 14 at the J.E. Foster Funeral Home in Toronto following the visitation from 9:30 to 10:30 am. Rev. Kevin Rinkes will officiate, and burial will follow in the Island Creek Cemetery in Toronto.

+2022, Dayton, Montgomery Co., OH, Obituary

https://www.newcomerdayton.com/Obituary/254728/James-Blankenship/Dayton-OH

James Lee Blankenship, 59, of Dayton, passed away on September 22, 2022 at his residence. He was born on December 20, 1962 in West Liberty, KY to Bernal and Dianna Blankenship.

James graduated from Carlisle High School and was employed as a janitor for several years with Carlisle schools. James is well loved and will be deeply missed by all those who knew.

He is preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, George Blankenship and Artie Blankenship; his maternal grandparents, Stanley Lewis and Bernice Lewis; and many other family members.

James is survived by his parents, Bernal and Dianna Blankenship; his former wife, Rita Trusty; his daughter, Andrea Trusty and one brother, Dalbert Blankenship. James is also survived by numerous family and friends.

Funeral Services will be 2 pm. on Thursday, September 29, 2022 at Newcomer Funeral Home-South Chapel located at 3940 Kettering Blvd. Kettering, Ohio, officiated by Pastor Joe Getts. James final resting place will be at Highland Memorial Cemetery.

+2022, Sidney, Shelby Co., OH, Obituary

https://www.cromesfh.com/obituary/Kenneth-Blankenship

Kenneth Dale Blankenship, 69, of Sidney passed away Saturday, September 17, 2022 at 6:13 pm, at Miami Valley Hospital. He was born on October 11, 1952 in Gallipolis, Ohio, the son of the late Rell and Daisy (Harless) Blankenship.

Kenneth was retired from Ford Motor Company in Lima. He enjoyed fishing and spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by six siblings.

Kenneth is survived by two daughters, Tracy (Bryce) Piasecki of Swanton, OH, and Erin (Jeff) Blue of Sidney; three grandchildren, Callie, Ellie and Eli; three brothers, Ernie Blankenship of Lima, OH, Keith (Paula) Blankenship of Arcanum, OH, and Harold (Brenda) Blankenship of Waynesfield, OH; and one sister, Connie Lane of Lima, OH.

Services will be held on a later date at the convenience of the family. Cromes-Edwards Funeral Home.

+2022, Nevada, Wyandot Co., OH, Obituary

https://www.lucasbatton.com/obituary/Susie-Blankenship

Elizabeth S. “Susie” Blankenship, age 71, of Nevada, Ohio, passed away on Wednesday, September 28, 2022, at 3:32 am at the Marion General Hospital, Marion, Ohio. Susie was born on December 22, 1950, in Portsmouth, Ohio, to Arthur L. and Edith (Nunley) Prince, both of whom are deceased.

Susie worked for 32 years at Timken Co. in Bucyrus and retired as a Quality Control Coordinator. She attended the Bucyrus Church of the Nazarene and was a member of the Bucyrus Moose Lodge #669. Susie enjoyed cooking, reading, traveling, and reminiscing with family and friends. She will be remembered for her love of her family, especially her grandchildren. They were her world and she will be greatly missed.

She was preceded in death by her parents and her brothers, Lonnie, Zulus, Albert, Charles, James, Donald Sr., and Raymond who died in infancy, and a sister Sarah Louise VanBuskirk.

She married Bob Blankenship on October 10, 1970 in Upper Sandusky, Ohio and he survives. She is survived by her son Matthew (Whitney) Blankenship of Marion. 4 grandchildren, Emily, Madilynn, Hunter, and Hesten. Susie is also survived by a brother Herman Prince of Nevada, and a sister Dorothy Ard of Nevada.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 pm, on Sunday, October 2, 2022 at the Lucas-Batton Funeral Home in Upper Sandusky, with Rev. Ray LaSalle officiating. Burial will follow at Nevada Cemetery.

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+2022, Okmulgee, Okmulgee Co., OK, Obituary

https://www.mcclendon-winters.com/obituaries/Harrison-Benny-Blankenship/#!/Obituary

Harrison B. Blankenship, known by many as Benny or Bud, passed away Monday evening, September 5, 2022 in Okmulgee at eighty-six years of age. He was born June 22, 1936 in Okmulgee to the late Emmitt Jessie Blankenship and Ester Lee (Looney) Blankenship.

Benny grew up in Okmulgee and graduated from Okmulgee High School. He worked for thirty-six years at Ball Brothers Glass Manufacturing Company as a machine operator before retiring in 1991. He was a longtime member of the Glass Molders, Pottery, Plastics and Allied Workers International Union and the Glass Bottle Blowers Association. Benny loved to hunt, fish and win at playing dominos.

He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother, Albert Blankenship, sisters, Mary Ann Blankenship and Anna Bell Blankenship, and nephews, Michael Neal Blankenship and Benjamin Blankenship.

Survivors include two sons, Benny Neal Blankenship and Bobby Lee Blankenship, both of Okmulgee, a sister, Betty F. Smith of Beggs, nephews, Jessie Blankenship and wife Debra and Marvin Blankenship, all of Okmulgee and John F. Smith and wife Traci of Springdale, Arkansas, and nieces, Teresa Sherrill and husband Robert of Dewar, Jeannie Sutton and husband Bill of Okmulgee, Brenda Smith of Sachse, Texas and Vickey Maxey and husband Doug of Okmulgee.

A memorial service will be held 11:00 am, Saturday, September 24, 2022 at the McClendon-Winters Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Brayden Buss officiating. Interment will follow in the Okmulgee Cemetery.

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+2022, Jacksboro, Campbell Co., TN, Obituary

https://www.cross-smithfuneralhome.com/obituaries/obituary-listings?obId=26015212

Jeremy William Blankenship, age 30 [May 15, 1992], of Jacksboro went to his heavenly home Wednesday, September 28, 2022.

Jeremy was one of the kindest souls you would ever meet and he never met a stranger. He fought hard and he loved harder.

Preceded in death by maternal grandpa: Roger Street, paternal grandparents: William (Waddy) and Glenda Blankenship, sister (cousin): Audrey Adkins.

Survived by: Daughter: Addison Raylynn; Mom: Genia and Aaron Harkness; Dad: Roger Blankenship and Necoal Walden Nana: Ann Street; Sisters: Brittany Adkins and Jaden Alsip; Brothers: Isaac Blankenship, Josh Street and Justin Adkins Aunts: Kaye and Jerry Alsip, Alice and Steve Kitts Uncles: Kenneth (Goob) Street, Scottie Glasco and Carl Blankenship Nephew: Cameron Miller Best Friends: Tyler and Whitney Doney Two special little girls who had his heart: Emma and Meelah Doney A host of other family and friends.

Funeral service at 7 pm, on Saturday October 1, 2022, at Cross-Smith Chapel, Rev. Steve Kitts and Rev. Kenny Osborne officiating. Family and friends will meet at 12 Noon Sunday Cross-Smith Funeral Home and proceed to Woodlawn Cemetery for 1 pm Interment.

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

https://www.boydfh.com/obituary/lavon-blankenship

Lavon Binkley Blankenship, 88 [1934], of Madison, Tennessee passed away on Tuesday, September 6, 2022. She was born in Ashland City, oldest daughter of the late Andy and Laura Binkley.

She went back to school at 40 years old to become a Licensed Practical Nurse for 15 years then back to school to get her RN. She practiced nursing for 25 years at Tennessee Christian where she met her loving husband Paul Howard Blankenship. She loved her family, gardening, cooking and her dog Buddy.

She was preceded in death by her parents; sisters, Penny Binkley and Dorothy Jones; brothers, Billy, Tommy, Lanace and Jimmy Binkley.

She is survived by their children Shirley (Joe) Springman, Robert Perry, Paula Glover, Karen (Herbie) Boren, Kevin (Alison) Blankenship, Mary (Vas) Mihailoff and Maxine (Roy) Rubick. Numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren. She will be lovingly remembered by sisters; Betty (Joe) Summar, Marilyn Nagy, Ruth (Tim) Robertson, Frances (Bill) Chafin, Elizabeth Stanley and brother, Steve (Linda) Binkley.

Private Graveside Services are planned. Boyd Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 101 Elizabeth Street. Ashland City, TN

+2022, Lexington, Henderson Co., TN, Obituary

https://www.reedschapel.com/obituaries/Mary-Blankenship-14/#!/Obituary

Mary Louise Cheek passed on September 28, 2022. She was born February 4, 1957.

She moved to Tennessee in 1959. She attended Caywood Elementary and Lexington High School where she met her husband, Terry. She was a department manager at Wal-Mart for 5 years and department manager at Kroger for 7 years. Mary Lou was known for her vibrant personality. She loved to tell jokes and laugh and was known to be the “life of the party.”

One of her favorite pastimes was listening to music. Among some of her favorites were the Eagles, Linda Ronstadt, and Three Dog Night. She accepted Jesus Christ as her Savior at a young age, was a member of Union Grove Baptist Church, and is now forever learning of the glory of God.

She was proceeded in death by her parents, Linton and Ruth Cheek; step-mother, Martha Cheek; daughter, Morgan Blankenship; grandson, Noah Vega; sister, Ruth Ann Lindsey; brother, David Cheek; and son-in-law, John Hudson I.

She is survived by her husband, Terry Blankenship; daughter, Jennifer Blankenship; son, Zack (Jessica) Blankenship; brother, Jim (Paulette) Cheek; sister, Linda (Stanley) Martin; brother-in-law, Jerry Lindsey; Grandchildren; Dylan Story, John Hudson II, Phoebe Hudson, William Hudson, Freddy Vega III, and Lleyton Blankenship; countless nieces and nephews whom she loved dearly; and many friends including her lifelong friend, Carolyn Maness.

Funeral service will be at 2:00 pm, on Sunday, October 2, at Reed’s Chapel Funeral Home, with Bro. Jeff Todd officiating. Honorary pall bearers will be Seth Cole, Wesley Cole, Dylan Story, John Hudson II, William Hudson, Freddy Vega III, Lleyton Blankenship, and Jeff Willis.

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+2022, Dallas, Dallas Co., TX, Obituary

https://www.neatowncourier.com/story/2964260.html

Genova R. Blankenship was born May 25, 1983, in Blytheville, to Augustus Finch and Robin Blankenship. Geneva departed this life on Thursday, Sept. 8, 2022, at Dallas Regional Hospital in Dallas, Texas, at the age of 39.

Genova leaves to cherish her precious memories two daughters, MaKenzye Blankenship and Nayla Hooper, both of Dallas, Texas; her mother, Robin Wilson of Little Rock; two sisters, Latoshia Blankenship Powell of Jonesboro and Clarissia Jones of Dallas, Texas; and a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral service will be held Saturday, Sept. 17, at 12:00 (noon) at Wolfe Brothers Funeral Home and Cremation, 634 W. Main Street, Blytheville.

+2022, Houston, Harris Co., TX, Obituary

https://www.moore-rose.com/obituary/dorris-blankenship-lockney

Dorris LaRue Blankenship, age 95, of Houston, Texas passed away peacefully on Monday, September 26, 2022 at Memorial Hermann Hospital in Houston, Texas. She was born in Roaring Springs, Texas October 29, 1926 to Albert Lee and Lottie Vell Stewart.

In 1944, she graduated from Roaring Springs High School where she played basketball on the women's team.

In 1948 she married Dr. Wayne J. Greer, DDS of Lockney, Texas. After Wayne died in May 1961, she remained in Lockney to raise her three children, Joe, Debra, and Tim. There she worked at the Farmer's Co-op as bookkeeper until 1970. The family attended the First United Methodist Church in Lockney.

In May 1970, she married Herschel Blankenship of Plainview, Texas. They spent the next 28 years living happily together on Herschel's farm south of Plainview. Upon Herschel's retirement from farming, the couple moved to town where they enjoyed socializing with family and friends and attending church at the First Methodist Church. They were also members of the Plainview Country Club.

After Herschel's death in 2009, Dorris moved to Houston, Texas to be close to her daughter Debra Atchison. Most recently, she was a resident of Legacy at Falcon Point in Katy, Texas where she once again made warm friendships of those who lived and worked around her.

Dorris was an avid bridge player and competed in regional tournaments. She also enjoyed oil painting and gardening. Perhaps most of all, she enjoyed hosting gatherings of her extended family during the holidays.

Dorris Blankenship is survived by daughter Debra Atchison of Houston, Texas, son Tim Greer of Santa Fe, New Mexico, step-son Gary Blankenship of Dallas, Texas, and step-son Royce Blankenship of Plainview, Texas. Her oldest son, Joe Neil Greer, died June 1994.

A Funeral service will be held at 10:00 am, on Monday, October 3, 2022 at the First United Methodist Church with interment to follow at the Lockney Cemetery. Moore-Rose Funeral Home in Lockney.

+2022, Sunset, Montague Co., TX, Obituary

https://www.tributearchive.com/obituaries/25896459/steven-maxell-blankenship

Steven Maxell Blankenship, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and trusted friend to many, passed away September 12, 2022 at age 73. He was born September 3, 1949, in Ft. Bragg, North Carolina.

Steven, an avid marksman also had a lifelong passion for auto racing. He spent his formative years on the racing circuit which ultimately brought him a coveted championship title. Steven later moved to Texas where he met his beloved wife Carolle and established their life together.

He was preceded in death by his mother Elizabeth Brown Blankenship.

He is survived by his two beautiful children, Annie Wheeler and husband Aaron; and his son, Billy Blankenship and wife Tish; and four beautiful grandchildren, Andrew Jack “AJ”, Hannah Grace, Haley Ann, and Cody Aaron.

Steven will be honored in a “Celebration of Life” at the home he shared with his wife Carolle in Sunset, Texas at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, October 15, 2022.

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+2022, Frederick Co., VA, Obituary

https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/name/robert-blankenship-obituary?id=36459331

Robert Darrell Blankenship, Sr., 81, of Frederick County, Virginia, passed away at home on Friday, September 9, 2022. He was born in 1941 in Mingo, WV, the son of The Late Glenn and Chloe (Kennedy) Blankenship.

Robert was a United States Navy veteran, serving 22 years and a member of the American Legion. He retired after working for 32 years in telecommunications.

He married Carolyn Pruitt Lockette on January 12, 2008 in Natural Bridge, Virginia.

Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by his daughter, Elena Gaidowski, and his son, James Blankenship and brother, Glenn Tucker Blankenship.

He is survived by his wife, Carolyn; his daughters: Ivonne Blankenship of Huntsville, AL, Carmen Blankenship of KS, Mildred Blankenship of WV, Chloe Blankenship of Marietta, GA, Donna Spence of Winchester, and Theresa Wever of Winchester; his sons: Luis Blankenship of Huntsville, AL, Joe Blankenship of Huntsville, AL, and Robert D. Blankenship, Jr. of Huntsville, AL; 30 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; and his sisters: Billie Jean Simpkins of WV, Fran Keelen of OH, and Katie Dotson of WV; brothers, John, Blankenship of TN, Larry Blankenship of OH, Young Blankenship of VA, Dale Blankenship of KY and David Blankenship of WV.

A service will be held on Saturday, September 17, 2022 at 10:30am at Omps Funeral Home, South Chapel.

+2022, Bassett, Henry Co., VA, Obituary

https://www.tributearchive.com/obituaries/25896450/thurman-blankenship

Thurman Blankenship, 75 [November 7, 1946] years of age of Bassett, VA, formerly of Buchanan County, passed away Wednesday, September 14, 2022, at the Roanoke Carillion Hospital, Roanoke, VA. Born in Buchanan County, he was the son of John Henry Blankenship of Hurley, VA, and the late Ada (Matney) Blankenship.

He was a longtime resident of Buchanan County and was of the Baptist faith. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and was a retired coal miner.

In addition to his mother, he was preceded in death by Brothers: Billy Ray Blankenship, Delbert Blankenship and Frankie Blankenship; Sister: Penny Blankenship.

Those left to cherish his memory include his wife of 34-years, Octavy “Tavy” Blankenship of Bassett, VA; Father: John Henry Blankenship of Hurley, VA; Sons: Johnnie (Ilene) Blankenship of Vansant, VA, James (Ann) Blankenship of Hurley, VA, Sherman (Heather) Blankenship of Hurley, VA; Daughter: Melissa Daniels of Hurley, VA; Several Grandchildren including special grandson, Jerry Mullins; Stepsons: Arnold Mullins of Bassett, VA, Robin (Myra) Mullins of Stuart, VA; Sisters: Lois Prater of Hurley, VA, Phyllis Hurley of Kentucky. Also, survived by several nieces and nephews.

Funeral Services will be conducted at 1:00 pm, Sunday, September 18, 2022 at the Little Dove Old Regular Baptist Church with Danny Hurley, Danny McCoy, David Lester and Others officiating with burial to follow in the Matney Cemetery on Guesses Fork, Hurley, VA. Active Pallbearers will be family and friends. Grundy Funeral Home of Grundy, VA.

+2022, Roanoke City, VA, Obituary

https://simpsonfuneral.com/tribute/details/3308/James-Blankenship/obituary.html

James “Jimmy” Robert Blankenship, 68 [1954], passed away on Sunday, September 4, 2022. He was a native of Roanoke and was the son of the late William and Helen McDaniel Blankenship.

Jimmy never met a stranger and he showed love and kindness to everyone he met. Jimmy had many interests, including go for walks, reading, fishing, animals, NASA, travel and history. Jimmy loved his family and his friends. He had an amazing way of staying on the sunny side of life.

He was also preceded in death by a brother, Carl W. “Billy” Blankenship and his grandparents, Oscar and Minnie McDaniel.

He will be missed and remembered by his brothers, Thomas R. Nance, and Stratton Wayne St. Clair; sister, Sheila Robb; numerous nieces and nephews who were truly loved; special friends, Jill Fralin, Cindy Fries and many others.

A memorial service will be held at 4 pm, on Thursday, September 15, 2022 in the Chapel of Simpson Funeral Home, 5160 Peters Creek Road with Pastor Troy Mays officiating.

+2022, Roanoke City, VA, Obituary

https://www.valleyfuneralserviceva.com/obituary/betty-blankenship

Our loving daughter, wife, and mother, Betty Lee Blankenship, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, September 22, 2022, at the age of 83 [November 13, 1939].

Betty was preceded in death by her parents, Elmo and Loucinda Stamper; her sisters, Carol and Faye Tinsley; and her brother, Calvin Stamper.

Those left to cherish her memory are her husband, Billy Blankenship; her daughters, Debbie Dudley, Delores Brown, Diane Pellitteri, and Deena Pritcherd; her 16 grandchildren, and 26 great-grandchildren.

A visitation will be held Monday, September 26, 2022, at Valley Funeral Home Chapel from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. A graveside service will be held Tuesday, September 27, 2022, at Fair View Cemetery in Roanoke, at 1 p.m.

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+2022, Fayetteville, Fayette Co., WV, Obituary

https://obituaries.virginiacremate.com/obituaries/fayetteville-wv/jacquelyn-blankinship-10917381

Jacquelyn McWhorter Blankinship, of Fayetteville, WV, died Wednesday, September 7, 2022. She was born September 10, 1931, in Charleston, WV, the older child of James Alesandro and Mary Groff McWhorter.

She graduated from Stonewall Jackson High School in 1949 and from West Virginia University in Morgantown in 1953. In 1953, she married Frank I. Blankinship. Jr., also of Charleston, to whom she would be married for nearly 65 years. Upon Frank’s graduation from college, they lived on or near Air Force bases in Harlingen, TX, Mexico Beach, FL, Cape Cod, MA, and Marietta, GA, before returning, after his discharge, to their hometown of Charleston. They lived for a few years in Ft. Pierce, FL, before moving to Fayetteville in 1969, where they would both live for the rest of their lives. Jackie worked as an accountant in FL and a teacher in Fayetteville. Through it all, her life was centered around her family and her faith.

A member of the Fayetteville Presbyterian Church for 53 years, she served there as Ruling Elder, Bible Study leader, Youth Fellowship director, and choir member, and was involved in special efforts such as the Prayer Shawl ministry and the Gabriel Project. She had a great love of travel and brought back treasures from adventures on five continents. She had a deep love for the land and people of Israel, where she traveled and led tours, often with the help of her travel-agent daughter, Beth, for over 30 years. She combined her love of family and travel through “trailer trips” and international adventures with each of her grandchildren, culminating in a trip for Mamaw and all five grandchildren in Israel. She was a poet, a designer, a yarn, fabric, and graphic artist, an event planner, a lover of sun and water, and a beachcomber.

Holidays were often over-the-top events anticipated by the whole family when planned and executed by Mom/Mamaw/Gigi. She will be greatly missed by her family, and by friends across the country and around the world.

Jackie was preceded in death by her husband, Frank, and her younger brother, James Alesandro “Bo” McWhorter, Jr.

She is survived by three children, Frank III “Chip” (Anne) of Atlanta, GA, Beth Rudin (Jim) of Charlotte, NC, and James “Jay” (Debby) of Fayetteville, WV, five grandchildren, Annie Blankinship and Jessy Carter (Matt), both of Charleston, WV, Frank Blankinship, IV (Hope) of Knoxville, TN, Jacquelyn Holloway (Cody) of S. Shaftsbury, VT, and Martha Ruelas (Joshua) of Merkel, TX, and eight great-grandchildren, Trent, Abbey, Daniel, Roman, Zaya, Olivia, Camille, and Cameron.

Dodd-Payne-Hess Funeral Home of Fayetteville.

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

https://www.fanningfuneralhomes.com/obituaries/Hazel-T-Blankenship?obId=25943492

Hazel T. Blankenship, 88, of Jolo, WV, passed away Thursday, September 22, 2022, at her home in Jolo. She was born January 30, 1934 in Paynesville, WV a daughter of the late Tom and Mazy Rife Thornsbury.

Hazel has 13 years of service with the McDowell County Public School System. She was a member of the Pine Grove Church of Christ for 35 years and was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, great-great grandmother, sister, and aunt.

In addition to her parents Hazel was preceded in death by, her loving husband of 65 years, Reverend Glenn E. Blankenship; a son-in-law, Larry J. Kelly; six sisters, Rosie Blankenship, Sue Stacy, Ocie Shelton, Ida Osborne, Ella Sandal, and Bell Stacy; six brothers, Doug Thornsbury, Hibbert Thornsbury, Junior Thornsbury, Clyde Thornsbury, Ezra Thornsbury, and Willard Thornsbury; and a great granddaughter, Lindsey Blankenship.

Survivors include four children, Johnny Blankenship and wife Sarah of Jolo, Betty Kelly and fiance Elza Mullins of Jolo, Cathy Kelly and husband Jimmy of Jolo, Glen Jr. Blankenship and wife Donna of Yawkey, WV, nine grandchildren, Ella Kelly, Mary Dobbs and husband Jerry, Melissa Kennedy and husband Mark, Jimmy Kelly and wife Kendra, Bradley Blankenship and wife Jessica, Leslie Kelly and wife Valerie, Jessy Hamrick and husband Grayson, Megan Bowdish and husband Brandon and Aaron Blankenship; great grandchildren, Chelsey, Kaitlyn Cline and husband Corey, Daniel, Bryce, Lillie, Lexie, Noah, Parker, Jake, Alyssa, Michael, Gabrriel, Evelyn, Miles, Magdalyn, Brittany, and Paige; a great-great grandchild on the way, Mazy Mae; a special brother-in-law, Junior Osborne; four sisters, Vinnie Miessau, Geraldine Evans, Tessie Dellacroce, and Maxine Skinner and one brother Hobert Thornsbury; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be conducted Tuesday, September 27, 2022 at 12 o’clock, with Pastor Randall Dority and Pastor Charles Vance officiating at the Chapel of Fanning Funeral Home in Iaeger, WV. Burial will follow in the Beulah Land Cemetery on Rock Ridge near Paynesville, WV. Serving as pallbearers will be grandsons, great grandsons, and Roy Payne. Honorary pallbearers will be Darrell Payne and Gordon Mullins

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

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

Toney Blankenship, 76 of Baisden, WV, departed this life on September 26, 2022 from Logan Regional Medical Center. Born September 4, 1946, Toney was the son of the John and Rethea (Cline) Blankenship.

Toney was a disabled Coal Miner who enjoyed squirrel hunting, ginsenging, watching football and Nascar races. He loved spending time with family, especially his great-grandchildren.

In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife: Wilma Blankenship; and his brother: Billy Blankenship.

Those left to cherish his memory are his sons: Toney (Michelle) Blankenship Jr., and Rocky Blankenship; granddaughter Nikita (Wes Smith) Blankenship; grandson: Josh (Kaitlyn Adams) Blankenship; his 5 great-grandchildren: Benson Smith, Lennox Smith, Ember Blankenship, Adalyn Blankenship, and Delani Blankenship; brothers: Homer Blankenship, Enos Blankenship, and Glenous Blankenship; sisters: Catherine Christian and Addie May, a host of nieces and nephews; and a very special companion, his dog Smoke, whom he loved very much.

Funeral services will be at 1 pm, on Saturday, October 1, 2022, at the Mounts Funeral Home Chapel at Gilbert, WV, with the Pastor Jonas “Joe Peck” Trent officiating. Burial will follow at the Blankenship Cemetery at Baisden, WV.