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+2022, Thorsby, Chilton Co., AL, Obituary

https://www.martinfuneralhomeinc.com/obituaries/Linda-Kay-Childress-Blankenship?obId=26346441

Linda Kay Childress Blankenship, 73, of Thorsby, Alabama passed away November 10, 2022, at St. Vincent's Chilton in Clanton, Alabama. She was born December 1, 1948, in Alabama, daughter of the late William Childress and the late Elizabeth Childress.

She was a lunchroom worker at Jemison Elementary School for 21 years.

She was preceded in death by her Father, William Charles Childress and Mother, Elizabeth Christine Childress.

Surviving are her Husband, Jerry Wayne Blankenship; Son, Jeffrey Wayne (Sharon) Blankenship; Grandson, Aaron Blankenship; Granddaughter, Ashlyn Blankenship; Sister, Brenda (Gene) Ousley; Brother, Bill (Deborah) Childress; Brother-in-law, Johnny Blankenship; Beloved nieces and nephews of the Childress and Blankenship Family.

Services will be held at 3:00 pm, Monday, November 14, 2022, at Martin Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will follow in Thorsby Memorial Cemetery, Thorsby, Alabama.

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+2022, Thomaston, Upson Co., GA, Obituary

https://www.cogginsfuneralhome.com/obituary/david-blankinship

Mr. David Jack Blankenship, age 59, of Thomaston, died Monday, November 7, 2022, at the Upson Regional Medical Center. He was born in Kankakee, Illinois on January 19, 1963, to the late Jack Oliver Blankenship, and the late Loraine Stultz Blankenship.

He worked for the DOT as a Construction Project Manager and was a member of Emanuel Baptist Church in Zebulon.

He is preceded in death by his parents.

Survivors include his wife, Diane Dumas Blankenship of Thomaston, daughter, Quincie Blankenship of Thomaston, and sister, Nancy Ann Blankenship of Thomaston.

Funeral services will be held on Thursday, November 10, 2022, at 4:00 p.m. from Emanuel Baptist Church in Zebulon. Burial will follow at Crystal Hill Cemetery.

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+2022, Mt. Vernon, Jefferson Co., IL, Obituary

https://www.osbornfuneral.com/obituaries/Gary-Blankenship-4/#!/Obituary

Gary Dean Blankenship, 74, of Mt. Vernon, passed away November 16, 2022, at his home. He was born June 22, 1948, in Marion County, Illinois, the son of Clayton and Wava Marcene (Lowery) Blankenship.

On April 16, 1969, in Mt. Vernon, he married, and she survives in Mt. Vernon. He was a Veteran of the United States Air Force, and worked as an aircraft mechanic on T-31's, F-105's, and F-4's. He then worked as a delivery driver for UPS for 25 years. He loved airplanes of every kind and would track them on his flight app. He also flew ultralights. He attended Farrington Grade School and was a graduate of Salem Township High School. He loved camping with his grandkids.

In addition to his wife of 53 years, Janet Blankenship, he is survived by one daughter, Melanie Lynn Warner and husband Jamey of Mt. Vernon; two grandchildren, Ella Marie Warner of Raleigh, North Carolina, and Jesse Thomas Warner of Mt. Vernon; brother, Tom L. Blankenship and wife Jean of Bryan, Ohio; niece, Melinda Sprow and husband Mike of Defiance, Ohio; nephew, Chris Blankenship and wife Crystal of Liberty Center, Ohio; special cousin, Diana Hirons of Bluford, Illinois; special sister-in-law, Anita Royce and husband Ralph of Tempe, Arizona; and many special friends and other relatives.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Clayton and Wava Blankenship; and grandparents, Gretta (Minor) and Jess Lowery, and Fred and Belle (Bond) Blankenship.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 pm, Monday, November 21, 2022, at the Osborn Funeral Home in Dix, with Marty Mills and Gale Lowery officiating. Burial will follow at East Salem Cemetery, with graveside military rites accorded by American Legion Post #141, of Mt. Vernon.

+2022, Vienna, Johnson Co., IL, Obituary

https://www.baileyfh.com/obituaries/James-W-Wolf-Blankenship/#!/Obituary

James “Wolf” William Blankenship, age 69 years, a resident of Vienna, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday evening, November 8, 2022, at 8:09 PM at his home. Jim was born January 30, 1953 in Athens, Alabama. He was the son of Robert Lee and Roberta R. (Robinson) Blankenship.

Jim attended DePaul University. Jim’s working career included serving as a consultant for Amoco Research in Naperville, Illinois, a Manager/Programmer/Analyst at CNA Financial Corporation in Chicago, a project manager for Capsco-Pallm Systems, Inc., an account manager for DataTech Software, Inc., and a Manager/Project Manager/Project Leader for the Westfield Group. From 2001-2006, Jim served as the assistant Vice President of First Insurance Company of Hawaii in Honolulu. From 2007-2008, he was a director of AmComp, Inc in North Palm Beach, Florida and from 2008-2016, he served as enterprise architect (M&A IT) Integrations at State Auto Insurance Company in Columbus, Ohio. Jim has served as a hands-on senior enterprise architect with over 35 years of IT experience, primarily in delivering business value thru guiding the development and enhancement of insurance solutions. He owned and operated Wolf Technology, Inc, Subset Co. Group 532.

Jim was a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie 2117 and the Loyal Order of the Moose Lodge # 2070 both in Wadsworth, Ohio. Jim was an avid reader and blogger. He was a member of Toastmasters, International. Jim was of the Catholic faith.

In 1972, Jim was united in marriage to Carla Hester in Mount Prospect, Illinois. She preceded him in death on December 18, 1991.

He was preceded in death by his father – Robert Blankenship; his mother – Roberta Jerome; his wife – Carla Blankenship; a daughter – Diane Lea Blankenship; and a sister – Linda Keippel.

Jim is survived by: a daughter – Heather (her husband, Stanley) Shinn of Vienna; granddaughters – Alyssia Donovan Van Zile, Serenity Jade Van Zile, and Devan Jaylea Wolf Van Zile; his siblings – Lynn Blankenship of Oregon, Mitch Casey of Cape Cod, Massachusetts, Anthony Casey of Mayfield, Kentucky, and Amy Casey of Durham, North Carolina; nieces and nephews – Mikki Tsikretsis, Melody Coble, Mikey DePaul, and Jason Thimoleas.

+2022, Hillsboro, Montgomery Co., IL, Obituary

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

Kenneth E. Blankenship, 76, of Hillsboro, IL passed away on November 26, 2022, at 11:57 p.m., at Hillsboro Area Hospital in Hillsboro, IL. He was born on July 28, 1946, in Coffeen, IL, to the late Dale E. and Elizabeth Maude (Towell) Blankenship.

He attended Hillsboro High School in Hillsboro, IL until joining the U.S. Marines on November 10, 1964, where he received a Purple Heart. Mr. Blankenship married Karen White, on December 28, 2000, in Coffeen, IL and she survives in Hillsboro, IL. He had worked as a Heavy Equipment Operator for Ameren CIPS, in Coffeen, IL, until retiring in 2004. He was a member of the V.F.W. Post #3912 in Litchfield, IL; American Legion Post #425 in Irving, IL; Hillsboro Moose Lodge #1377 in Hillsboro, IL; and he was a lifetime member of The Marine Corps League Detachment #1385.

Mr. Blankenship is survives by his wife, Karen Blankenship of Hillsboro, IL; two daughters, Jodi Weller of Springfield, IL and Angie (husband, Bob) Smith of Clarksville, TN; five grandchildren, Michele O’Rourke, Daniel Weller, Justin Smith, Devon Smith & Katie Smith; five great grandchildren, Aubree Cox, Hudson O’Rourke, Emma O’Rourke, Callum O’Rourke & Rowan Smith; three sisters, Kay (husband, Rick) Reymond of Greenville, IL; Karen Werner of Alton, IL & Kathy (husband, Mike) Seidler of Bethalto, IL; Mother-in-Law, Doris White of Litchfield, IL; several nieces and nephews and special friends, Bill and Darla Sykes.

Funeral services will be held at 12:00 pm, on Monday, December 5, 2022, at Bass Patton Dean Funeral Home in Hillsboro, IL. Rev. Randy Sands and Rev. Ralph Ward will officiate. Military rites will be accorded, at graveside, by Department of Defense and USMC Veteran Friends. Burial will be in Oak Grove Cemetery in Hillsboro, IL.

+2022, Rockford, Winnebago Co., IL, Obituary

https://www.rockfordfunerals.com/obituary/brian-blankenship

Brian Scott Blankenship, age 62, of Rockford passed away peacefully Sunday November 6, 2022. Born in Rockford on February 1, 1960 to Donald & Darlene Blankenship (Timberello).

A talent in the kitchen, Brian enjoyed cooking, baking and grilling. Beloved father, brother and dear friend; he will remain forever in our hearts.

He is predeceased by his wife, Lisa Jo (Schmitz) Blankenship; son, Brian Scott Blankenship; and his parents.

He is survived by daughters, Julie Cruz Blankenship, Samantha Timmons and Destiny Gibson; second son, Jeremy Dray; sister, Sally (Jack) Edwards; brother, Kurt (Jan) Blankenship; nephews, Adam & Ryan Edwards; dear friends, Sally Walsh, Yolanda Ducharme and Julie Larson; beloved dogs Boy, Pee Wee, Pete & Poopie; and Milo the cat.

Services are Private. Cremation rites accorded. Christenson Funeral Home,

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+2022, Franklin, Simpson Co., KY, Obituary

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

Clarence Ray "Bucky" Blankenship, 61, of Franklin, KY passed away Wednesday, November 2, 2022 at the Medical Center at Bowling Green [Warren Co., KY]. The Scottsville, KY native was born May 8, 1961, a son of the late Haskel Ray Blankenship and Mary Fay Beller Blankenship.

He was preceded in death by 1 son: James Anthony Blankenship; 3 brothers: Darcey Blankenship, Lester Blankenship and Samuel Blankenship; 1 sister: Barbara Murphy.

He is survived by 2 brothers: Daniel Blankenship, Franklin, KY and Haskel Anthony Blankenship, Scottsville, KY; 2 sisters: Patricia York and husband, Roger, Franklin, KY and Loretta Hooten and husband, Phillip, Scottsville, KY; Several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be 4:00 pm, Friday at Goad Funeral Home with Bro. Danny Patrick officiating and burial in Crescent Hill Cemetery.

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+2022, Leavenworth, Leavenworth Co., KS, Obituary

https://www.davisfuneralchapelinc.com/obituary/william-mike-blankenship

William “Mike” Blankenship went to be with the Lord November 5, 2022, with his family by his side. Mike was born January 10, 1961, to Doris Richardson and David Winkler. He was raised in Farley, MO on the farm that he loved by his Grandma and Grandpa “Pigs” Blankenship.

Mike didn’t know a stranger and was loved by everyone. There wasn’t a engine he couldn’t work on or fix, a person he wouldn’t help if he could, a tractor he didn’t love (except John Deere). He was had a joke or story to tell and would find a way to make you laugh no matter how rough his day was. He was ornery, a hard worker, loyal, and all around amazing. The world is a bit darker without him, but Heaven is definitely brighter.

He spent his days playing on the farm and working the fields, until it was taken from him. Mike met his first love Cecilia “Ceil” in their teenager years and they remained married until her passing in 2008. She took his hand and led him with her to Heaven.

He is also preceded in death by his parents John and Marjorie Blankenship and his father David Winkler.

Mike is survived by his last love Peggy “my girlfriend” Anderson who was by his side until the end. He is also survived by his baby girl Nida (Roger), his boy William/Mighty (Jamie), his bonus daughter Megan (Jared) and his bonus son David, his pride, and joys- his grandchildren, Alexus, Kaylynd, Jaelyn, Cheyenne, John and Josie, and his most prized loves, his great grand babies, Kacey J, Jaisada, Nolan, Wyatt and Chloe. Additional survivors include his mother Doris, brothers Wayne and David, and sister Laurie.

There will be a graveside service and a celebration of life a bit later. Davis’s Funeral Chapel

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+2022, Sykesville, Carroll Co., MD, Obituary

https://www.haightfuneralhome.com/obituaries/Joseph-Blankenship-3/#!/Obituary

Joseph Ellsworth Blankenship, age 64, of Sykesville, Maryland, passed away on Wednesday, November 30, 2022, at home. He was born January 7, 1958, in Baltimore, Maryland to the late Junior Martin Blankenship and Rosalie Bessie Seifert Blankenship.

Joe was the loving husband of Sharon Bosley Blankenship. He had been a self-employed painting contractor operating Poppy's Painting. He was an avid Baltimore Ravens fan and loved music.

Surviving in addition to his wife are daughter and son-in-law Steph and Tyler Elliott of Westminster and grandchildren Makenzie, Travis and Sylvie Elliott all of Westminster. He is also survived by many brothers, sisters, nieces and nephews.

Funeral service will be at 11 am, Tuesday, December 6, 2022, Interment will be in Springfield Cemetery, Sykesville. Haight Funeral Home

Carroll Co., SSDI, http://ssdi.rootsweb.ancestry.com/cgi-bin/ssdi.cgi ,

Blankenship, Roselie S. 76, 12Mar1934 - 29Dec2010, Manchester, Carroll, MD, MD-219-28-1967

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+2022, Mooresville, Iredell Co., NC, Obituary

https://www.cavin-cook.com/obituaries/Robert-Blankenship-5/#!/Obituary

Robert Eugene "Bob" Blankenship, 87, of Mooresville, died Thursday, Nov. 3, 2022. Born March 12, 1935 in Charleston, WV, he was the son of the late Ira French Blankenship and Essie Mae Morrison.

Bob and his wife Vernell celebrated their 59-year wedding anniversary in October.

After graduating Charleston High in 1953, he enlisted in the US Army, where he served in the 82nd Airborne, based at Fort Bragg. Once home he went to WV Tech for barber school. After trying his hand at haircuts he decided to enroll at ECPI in Cleveland, OH, to learn computer programming. He ultimately moved to Charlotte to work for JP Stevens, then Duke Power, where he was an IT specialist.

Bob was a classic car enthusiast, and he always had a vintage auto in his garage. He restored cars including a 1940 Mercury Convertible, a 1950 Ford Sedan, a 1969 VW Bug, and a 1946 Ford Coupe. He won an award for at least one of his restoration projects. He loved tinkering with cars and attending car shows. He would spend all day at the annual Food Lion Auto Fair at Charlotte Motor Speedway, and any other car show he could find. Building birdhouses and feeders was another of his hobbies. He enjoyed sitting by the window and watching the birds flock to his creations. He was an avid reader. His favorite books were mysteries and Christian fiction.

Bob doted on his grandson Alec Ingwall, the light of his life. When Alec was very young, Bob would dress up as Santa Claus every Christmas Eve and visit the youngster. He stopped when Alec was old enough to ask why Papaw always disappeared when Santa came over.

He was preceded in death by his daughter, Lisa Rochell Blankenship; siblings French Allen Blankenship, Charles William Blankenship, twin brother, Thomas Wesley Blankenship, Elizabeth Ann Hayes and Nancy Louise Albert.

In addition to Vernell and Alec, he is survived by his daughter and son-in-law, Teresa and Bruce Ingwall of Mooresville; and a sister, Goldie Ellen Blackwell and her husband Richard, of Sun City, AZ. He is also survived by several beloved nieces and nephews.

A memorial service will be at 11:00 am, on Saturday, December 17, 2022, at Cavin-Cook Funeral Home & Crematory, Mooresville, NC, with Pastor Georgianne Hartline officiating.

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+2022, Auburn, Nemaha Co., NE, Obituary

https://www.hemmingsenfuneralhome.com/obituaries/Alfred-Charles-Blankenship/#!/Obituary

Alfred Charles “Charlie” Blankenship, age 87 was born September 23, 1935, in Peru Nebraska, son of Charlie and Erma (Allgood) Blankenship. He passed on November 4, 2022

He married Merril Standley December 18, 1954, in Auburn. One son, Larry Blankenship was born to this union. Charlie grew up and attended school in Peru.

Charlie was preceded in death by his Parents, his wife Merril, son Larry, grandson Charlie, sisters Neva Weisbrook , Lena Bennett, and Dela Blankenship. brothers Dale (Virginia), Leland (Mary), and Les (Betty), niece Cindy Blankenship, nephews Gary Blankenship, Bruce Blankenship, and Mike Blankenship.

Charlie is survived by nieces and nephews Al (Sandy) Blankenship, Waverly; Marge Blankenship, Kearney; Tammy Blankenship, Kearney; Deb (Brian) Craig, Omaha; Jeri Kay Weisbrook Wilson, Clarinda Ia; Tom (Becky) Bennett, Gillette Wy; Randy (Deb) Bennett, Lake Wa-Con-Da; Mary (Lee) Lynch, Auburn; Cathy Blankenship, Nebraska City; and Tim (Tamika) Standley, Auburn; granddaughters Misty, Tricia, and Kristi; and many great nieces, nephews and friends.

A private family graveside memorial and committal service will be at Mt. Vernon Cemetery at Peru.

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+2022, Salem, Columbiana Co., OH, Obituary

https://www.salemnews.net/obituaries/2022/11/chad-thomas-blankenship/

Chad Thomas Blankenship, 45, of Salem, passed away at 10 p.m. Tuesday, November 22, 2022, at Parkside Nursing Home after a valiant battle with cancer. He was born on January 12, 1977, in Salem to Roberta (Thomas) Blankenship.

Chad was a 1995 graduate of Salem High School. He made a lot of friends in the automotive industry. His customers became life-long friends and “he could sell a three-wheeled car to anybody.” His billiards team won the State of Ohio qualifying match and advanced to the APA National Billiards Tournament, in Las Vegas. Chad’s interests include all things automotive, golfing, hunting, shooting pool, darts and spending time with family and friends. Many of Chad’s friends loved Chad like “a brother.” Chad was a fervent supporter of veterans and was bestowed an honorary membership to the Salem V.F.W.

Survivors include his loving mother, Roberta (Thomas) Blankenship of New Middletown; brothers, John (Kristen) Blankenship of Columbiana and Eric Blankenship of Wadsworth; nephews, Bradee Blankenship, Gage Brannon, Asher and Greyson Blankenship; and niece, Aubree Blankenship.

A memorial service will be at 5 pm, Thursday at the Greenford Christian Church, with Pastor John Bush officiating. Stark Memorial Funeral Home and Cremation Services.

+2022, Wellston, Jackson Co., OH, Obituary

https://www.mcwilliams-funeralhome.com/obituary/eileen-blankenship

Eileen Marie Blankenship, age 66, of Wellston, passed away Sunday, November 27, 2022, at Arbors at Stow in Stow, [Summit Co.,] Ohio. She was born January 14, 1956 in Cleveland, Ohio, daughter of the late Raymond Daniel Holcepl and Darlene Marie Linkovich Holcepl.

Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister, Christine Helton.

Eileene is survived by son, Nicholas Blankenship; sister, Kathleen Holcepl; and brothers, Raymond Holcepl and Robert Holcepl.

In keeping with Eileen’s wishes, there will be no services and her body was cremated. McWilliams Funeral Home in Wellston.

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

https://www.snyderfuneralhomes.com/obituaries/Tharon-Denise-Marie-Blankenship?obId=26335873

Tharon Denise Marie Blankenship, September 16, 1943 - November 10, 2022, Bellville:

The matriarch of her family, She was a pillar of strength for not only her children, but also her grandchildren and great grandchildren.

No longer bound by her earthly body, Tharon passed away at home, Thursday, November 10, 2022 surrounded by her loving family.Tharon was born September 16, 1943 in Mansfield and graduated from Mansfield Senior High School.

An LPN, she worked at the Mount Vernon Developmental Center, which is where she met her future husband Ronald Blankenship. Tharon continued her nursing career as a nurse for Raintree where she retired.

To say Tharon was a Dallas Cowboys fan would be an understatement. She even converted her family into cheering for “America’s Team”. Wearing her Dallas Cowboys attire, she rarely missed a game. Her competitive spirit was consistent when playing euchre, scrabble and throwing darts. She really hated to lose. Tharon enjoyed camping. For 6 years, Tharon and Ronald camped year-round, and they enjoyed seasonal camping at Yogi Bear Camp Ground for 19 years. A gifted poet, She enjoyed creative writing. She used this gift as a way to express herself along with flower gardening, and Tai Chi. She had a tender heart, especially for animals: spoiling her “kids” Zander and Paki.

Along with her parents she was preceded in death by her husband Ronald Blankenship; siblings Sandra Osborne, Susan Groscost, and James Snyder; and special “sister” C.J. Myers.

Tharon is survived by her children DeNise Sapp (Ed Allen) of Bellville, Angela (Bill) Westlake of Bellville, Rob Blankenship (Crystal Gossett) of Lexington, and Ronda Utter (Bill Debo) of Lexington; 9 grandchildren Jamie (Colin), Michelle (Sheldon), Gabriel (Mary-Pat), Skyler (Gabby), Justice, Briana (Tyler), Riley, Trevor (Heather) and Kelsea; seven great grandchildren; special niece Autumn, as well as nieces, extended family, and a host of special friends.

Her family will receive friends Tuesday, November 15, 2022 from 11 am – 2 pm in the Bellville Snyder Funeral Home where her funeral will begin at 2 pm.

+2022, Tiffin, Seneca Co., OH, Obituary

https://obituaries.advertiser-tribune.com/us/obituaries/advertiser-tribune/name/garland-blankenship-obituary?id=37244293

Garland Timothy "Tim" Blankenship, 81, of Tiffin, passed away Wednesday, Nov. 9, 2022. He was born March 13, 1941, the son of Garland and Pearl (Crockett) Blankenship.

He grew up on a 300-acre farm on Beech Fork in Lavalette, West Virginia, which by all accounts was his Heaven on earth. Growing up on a farm, Tim knew the meaning of hard work, harvesting crops, baling hay, and caring for livestock. Summers were spent swimming in the creek, picking berries, and having picnics with family. The farm was a place for family and friends to gather, stringing beans on the front porch, football games in the yard, listening to 'The Lone Ranger' on the radio, and epic house parties.

After graduating from Wayne High School in 1959, Tim enlisted in U.S. Army, proudly serving his country during the Vietnam War from 1963-1965, and U.S. Army Reserve from 1965-1969. Following his return from military duty, Tim put down roots in Tiffin and started work as a Maintenance Technician at Union Carbide Processing Plant in Fostoria, where he worked for 34 years until his retirement in 2000. Tim was a member of Moose Lodge 846, VFW Post 2858, and AMVETS Post 48 in Tiffin.

The quintessential man's man, but also quite a ladies' man, Tim was the epitome of tall, dark, and handsome while also being the stoic, strong, and silent type. Underneath a rugged exterior, he conveyed a quiet tenderness and care for those he loved. Always putting others first, Tim was a generous man with a big heart. His easy-going attitude and playful sense of humor made his stories even more entertaining.

He was a music aficionado with an affinity for classic television, old westerns, war movies, or a crime drama. He appreciated a good cup of coffee and a home-cooked meal. Tim enjoyed spending time with family and friends and he looked forward to the annual Crockett Family Reunion at Beech Fork. Tim will be best remembered for his love for children, devotion to family, and his patriotism.

He was preceded in death by his parents; seven siblings, Samuel Blankenship, Anna Blankenship, Marilyn (Blankenship) Pruitt, Jane (Blankenship) Adkins, Karl Blankenship, Glenna (Blankenship) Childers, and Gary Blankenship; nephew, Doug Blankenship; and niece, Kimberly Pruitt.

Tim is survived by nephews and nieces, Mitchell (Shanna) Blankenship, Sue (Adkins) Venoy, Michael (Pam) Adkins, Diana (Pruitt) Cable, Samantha (Mark) Blankenship Ash, and Karen Pruitt; several great-nieces, great-nephews, great-great-nieces, and great-great-nephews.

Tim's services will be at 2 pm Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022, at Morris Funeral Home in Wayne, West Virginia. Burial will follow in the family cemetery in Bowen, West Virginia.

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

https://matthewsfuneralhome.com/janice-blankinship/

Janice Blankinship, 1947-2022

Jan Lynn Ross was born in the small town of Holdenville OK to Guy and Ida Ross in 1947.

They had a mom-and-pop grocery store which was just across the gravel driveway that separated their house and the store. She loved her mom and dad and loved just being where they were. She loved the rain and to be in the store with her parents watching the rain was just fine. You could find her sitting at her dad’s roll top desk with a comic book, a bag of Fritos and a coke. She played basketball in grade school as #00 and once won the game by making a basket from mid court. She went to high school in Holdenville and after graduating from high school she attended Oklahoma Christian College now known as Oklahoma Christian University. She taught school for a while but gave that up because, as she said, she couldn’t stand the high pay and prestige.

She worked a few years at Hertz Rent a Car where she met her future husband, Vernon Blankinship. They married on February 23, 1973. They would have been married for 50 years in February of 2023. After marrying Vernon, she went to work at Southwestern Bell and worked in the engineering dept. as an Auto CAD specialist drawing up prints where new phone line cable was to be installed. She retired from SBC in October of 2003. She liked to ride on the back of her and her husband’s Goldwing motorcycle. She did learn how to ride her own small motorcycle but after a while decided she liked driving golf balls better and riding with her husband. Jan was a member at Edmond First Baptist Church. She loved singing in the choir more than anything else. There were many people in her church that knew and loved her, and a host of other people would call her a friend. She really liked the Wednesday nights at church where she could have a meal with all her friends, attend a class and then finish up with about an hour and half of choir practice.

Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday, November 29, 2022 at Edmond First Baptist Church at 10:00 AM.

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

https://www.hdouglasfuneralhome.com/obituary/theodore-theo-blankenship

Theodore "Theo" Vernon Blankenship, 68, son of the late Floyd Blankenship and Amelia Rising Bear Blankenship, Theo was born July 8, 1954 in Lawton, Oklahoma, and passed away in Oklahoma City on November 29, 2022.

Theo served our country in the United States Army during the Vietnam Era and was honorably discharged on June 8, 1974. He loved life, and could strike up a conversation with anyone and you be become friends when you were finished. He was very proud of his Arapaho heritage and his grandchildren, helping them to learn their native language.

He is survived by his son Roger Henry and wife Melissa; grandchildren, Nathan Henry and wife Katarina; Brianna Henry; Kaylee Henry; Roger "Grasshopper" Henry; Cecil Henry, Eva Henry and Alyson Schmidt. He is also survived by his adoptive Ardmore family, Dan and Cheryl Deisher, Ryan Deisher, Sallena and Kevin Franklin; Kayla Deisher and Ross Underwood.

Funeral services will be held at 4:00 pm, Monday afternoon, December 5, 2022, in the Centennial Chapel of Harvey-Douglas Funeral Home with Reverend Bruce Kirby officiating. Interment will be in the Ft. Gibson National Cemetery on Tuesday, December 6, 2022.

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

https://www.siensheltonfh.com/obituary/Julia-Blankenship

Julia Fay Blankenship, age 69, of Collinsville went to be with her Lord and Savior Saturday, November 26, 2022 in Tulsa. Julia was born December 26, 1952 in Muskogee, Oklahoma to Sterling Julius and Leola Monnie (Pearson) Ferguson.

Julia grew up and received her education in Tulsa graduating from McClain High School in 1971. Julia also attended Tulsa Beauty School where she received her Cosmetology licenses. Julia married Tracy Blake Blankenship on October 11, 1974 in Tulsa making their home in Turley, Sperry, Skiatook and moved to Collinsville in 2013 where she has lived since that time. Julia worked in Food Management and was a team leader for Whirlpool until her retirement in 2018. Julia was a member of the Valley View Baptist Church in Tulsa. Julia loved spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren and other family and friends.

Julia was preceded in death by her mother and father; Leola and Sterling Ferguson, husband; Tracy Blankenship, one brother; Donald Sterling Ferguson, two son-in-law’s; Bret Eliot Henson and Covey Joe McGaha and daughter-in-law; Kimberly Ann Blankenship.

Julia is survived by her children; Deborah Kay McGaha, Sterling Dean Blankenship and wife Cynthia, Michael Lane Blankenship and wife Annie, David Wayne Blankenship, Phyllis Jean Sheofee and wife Becky Sheofee and Kayla Fay Henson, three sisters; JoAnn Lowe, Teresa Elizabeth Robbins and Barbara Jean Forbes, fourteen grandchildren, twenty-one great grandchildren, several nieces and nephews and a host of other relatives and friends.

Sien-Shelton Funeral Home.

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+2022, Medford, Jackson Co., OR, Obituary

https://www.perlfuneralhome.com/obituaries/merle-blankenship-1

Merle Brien Blankenship, October 28, 1939 — November 22, 2022

Merle Brien Blankenship was born on October 28, 1939 in Mossy Rock, Washington, to Alfred and Lovie Blankenship.

He was the youngest of five children and attended school in Myrtle Creek, Oregon. Brien joined the Navy in 1958 and served on an aircraft carrier, visiting 23 countries in four years. Brien married Janice Rhoads in 1963 and attended Oregon State University, graduating with a Bachelor in Science in Wildlife Sciences.

Over the next ten years, Brien and Jan had three children, Marcus, Cheryl, and Amanda. He worked for Bi-Mart Corporation for twenty years, managing multiple Bi-Mart stores during his tenure. After leaving Bi-Mart, Brien worked as a tax preparer for a CPA for about ten years. Then he found his true calling, teaching English as a Second Language (ESL) at Rogue Community College. He fell in love with teaching and his students from around the globe, working there for fifteen years. He enjoyed connecting with his students, learning about their home cultures, and knowing he helped them become American citizens.

Brien was a long-time member of Eastwood Baptist Church in Medford. Through the years, he served as Usher and Treasurer and was a faithful member of the Men’s bible study group.Brien and Jan made multiple missionary trips to Brazil, spending the summer teaching English to “street boys” in an orphanage. They lived at the orphanage for six weeks each summer, providing new perspectives on what was important to him.

Brien loved collecting foreign money and coins; through his travels and ESL students, he collected coins from 82 countries worldwide. These were a source of joy and inspiration, and he enjoyed sharing them with his family and grandchildren.

Brien was also an amateur archeologist and geologist and loved collecting fossils, rocks, and gems. His adventures led him to explore Oregon, Montana, Wyoming, Arizona, and Colorado. Brien enjoyed the outdoors throughout his life and spent time hunting each year, though it was the time he treasured in the woods with the family.

Brien is preceded in death by his father, Alfred, mother Lovie; sisters Arlene and Laurene; brothers Rex and Clint; and daughter Cheryl.

He is survived by his wife Jan, son Marcus and daughter-in-law Amy, daughter Amanda, son-in-law Karahan, grandchildren Douglas, Michael (Micaila), Maggie (Mason), Olin, and Ayla, and great-grandchildren, Andeline and Elijah, and numerous nieces and nephews.

A memorial service will be held at Eastwood Baptist Church at 11am, on December 3rd, 2022.

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*2022, Anderson, Anderson Co., SC, Obituary

https://andersonsimplecremations.com/obituary/lisa-gale-blankenship/

Lisa Gale Blankenship, April 8, 1961 - November 20, 2022

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

https://www.martinwilsonfuneralhome.com/obituary/Darlene-Blankenship

Darlene “Sug” Marie Blankenship, age 68 of LaFollette, passed away on Sunday, November 20, 2022 at her home. She was born on May 2, 1954 to the late Dow Blankenship and Marie (Luttrell) Blankenship.

She enjoyed bowling, softball, and U.T. sports.

In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her brother Roger Lee Blankenship and sisters Nancy Marie Reynolds.

She is survived by her sister Barbara Zillich; nephews Jeffery Reynolds and Jerry Reynolds and wife Carol; and a host of other relatives and friends.

Sug’s wishes were to be cremated. Martin Wilson Funeral Home.

+2022, Knoxville, Knox Co., TN, Obituary

https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/knoxville-tn/james-blankenship-11035603

James Lynn Blankenship, Jr., age 91 [March 26, 1931], passed away on November 18, 2022.

He graduated from Central High School in 1950. His higher education was all from the University of Tennessee Knoxville, receiving a BS in Engineering Physics, Masters in Physics and Doctorate in Physics. He worked at Oak Ridge National Lab in the Controls and Instrumentation Division as well as the Health Physics Division. Even after he retired from ONL, he returned as a consultant with UT Battelle. Over the course of his career, he published many papers and had several patents as well.

His hobbies included photography and electronics. He was delighted to be known as "Mr. Fix It" as he could fix just about anything. Although he enjoyed his hobbies, his real love was his wife, Jamie and the rest of his ever growing family.

He was preceded in death by his parents, James Lynn Blankenship and Louise Toole Blankenship Lay; son in law, Charles Edward Williams, Jr.

He is survived by his wife of 71 years, Jamie Marguerite Gillenwaters Blankenship; daughters, Sylvia Lynn Williams, Maria Theresa Schettler ( HC); sons, Bruce Albert Blankenship ( Angelique) and James Lynn Blankenship III. He has four grandsons; Christopher Ryan Schettler, Charles Edward Williams III, Jordan Christian Schettler, and Bruce Albert Blankenship, Jr.; and one granddaughter, Olivia Lynn Shuirr. He also leaves eight great-grandchildren; Kaleb Schettler, Liam Shubert, Soleil Shuirr, Lukas Schettler, Quinn Schettler, Luna Shuirr, Anthony Mangome and Joseph Mangome.

Celebration of Life to be held at: Beaver Creek Cumberland Presbyterian Church, 7225 Old Clinton Hwy, Knoxville, TN 37921: Saturday December 3, 2022 @ 11:00 A.M.

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+2022, Tyler, Smith Co., TX, Obituary

http://obituaries.acremation.com/o/blankenship/47275/

Robert William Blankenship 09/19/1932 - 11/07/2022

Acremation is located in TX.

Son of Dewey Blankenship & Rosenna ?

Robert W. Blankenship, b.19Sep1932, Living 2002, in Tyler TX, from Lafayette Parish, Louisiana and Slidell, St. Tammany Parish, Louisiana

https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:KLZ9-SWV

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+2022, Pamplin, Appomattox Co., VA, Obituary

https://www.robinsonfuneral.com/obituary/sally-moore

Sally Blankenship Moore, 81, of Pamplin, passed away on Wednesday, November 30, 2022, at her residence. She was the wife of Sherman L. Moore for 59 years. Born in Huntington, West Virginia, on April 9, 1941, she was the daughter of the late Burl Blankenship and Lucy Dean Blankenship.

She was a long-time member of Bethesda Baptist Church in Wayne, West Virginia, and later in life became a member of Thomas Road Baptist Church. Sally found great happiness in her second career at Walmart in Roanoke, VA where she worked for 15 years. She loved and appreciated all of her special friends on Piney Ridge Road in Pamplin and also her life-long friends in Wayne, West Virginia.

Her greatest pleasures in life were her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. She even conquered the technology of social media in order to “keep up with” (her words) or “spy” (their words) on them. She loved her nieces and nephews, and especially cherished phone calls with Donnetta, Rosemary, and Teresa.

She was preceded in death by three sisters, Evelyn Toney, Jacqueline “Hilda” Waggoner, Karen Blankenship, and infant sister, Loretta Merle; one brother, Larry Blankenship; and two brothers-in-law, Andrew Fry and Don Toney.

In addition to her husband, she is survived by her children, Susan McCown (Dan) of Powhatan and Sarah E. Horne (Brian) of Pamplin; three grandchildren, Jacqueline Goodrich (Michael), Rachel Dean Horne, and Luke Horne (Hannah Dalton); and two great-grandchildren, Lucy and Tag Goodrich. She is also survived by her sister, Elenor B. Fry; and sister-in-law, Dottie Blankenship.

Per Sally’s request, a graveside service will be held at 11am, Friday, December 2, 2022, at Liberty Cemetery with Pastor Charles Horne and Rev. Lee Hendricks officiating.

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

https://memorials.honakerfuneralhome.net/david-blankenship/5084002/

David C. “June” Blankenship, Jr., age 90, of Oakwood, Virginia went to be with the Lord on Monday (November 28, 2022) in a Richlands, Virginia hospital. Born March 12, 1932 in Finney, Virginia, he was a son of the late Rev. David Blankenship, Sr. and Nora Bailey Blankenship.

A lifelong resident of the area, he was a member of Oakwood Full Gospel Church. He had been employed as a salesman for United Supply and Buchanan Wholesale. He coached Little League for over fifteen years and made an impact on the lives of hundreds of children. He enjoyed playing guitar, golf and cards.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by several precious brothers and sisters.

Survivors include his wife, Barbara Ann Helton Blankenship; nine children, Monica Emerick and husband, Tony, James Blankenship and wife, Missy and Greg Blankenship all of Oakwood, Virginia, Steve Blankenship and wife, Theresa and Sharon Cordill and husband, David all of Richlands, Virginia; Tony Blankenship and wife, Kathy and Ricky Blankenship and wife, Rue all of Vansant, Virginia; Jeffery Blankenship of Mavisdale, Virginia and Terry Wayne Blankenship and wife, Sharon of Jacksonville, Florida; fourteen grandchildren, Chad, Crystal, Marshall, Derick, Lindsey, Dyllan, T.C., Devan, Taylor, A.J., Aaron, David, James and Lucas; one sister, Trula Harman; one brother, Bill Blankenship and wife, Jean; several great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews also survive.

Funeral services will be conducted at 11 am Saturday at Oakwood Full Gospel Church with Rev. Jerry Harman and Rev. J.T. Harman officiating. Interment will follow at Greenhills Memory Gardens in Claypool Hill, Virginia. Sons and grandsons will serve as pallbearers.

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

https://www.hatfieldsfc.com/obituary/CleatisRay-Blankenship

Cleatis Ray Blankenship, 51, of Vansant, VA formerly of Beech Creek, WV passed away Tuesday, November 22, 2022 at his home following a lingering illness. Born December 14, 1970 at Varney, WV, he was the son of J. P. and Lois Jean Cantrell Blankenship of Beech Creek, WV.

Cleatis Ray was a member of the Church of Christ. He will be missed and we will always love him!

He was preceded in death by his wife, Amy Blankenship.

Survivors, in addition to his parents, include a son James Blankenship of Vansant, VA, a daughter, Charissa (Daniel) Buchannon of Baisden, WV, his girlfriend and special caretaker, Pam Owens of Vansant, VA, two grandchildren, Noah and Cheyenne Buchannon, a sister, Tina Lawson of Beech Creek, WV, 2 brothers, Bobby Wayne (Crystal) Blankenship of Beech Creek, WV and Terry Allen Smith of Varney, WV, a special aunt, Judy Kennedy, special nephew, Daniel Lawson, and a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.

Funeral services will be held at 12:00 pm, Friday, November 25, 2022, at the Devon Church of Christ with his dad J. P. Blankenship speaking and Bro. Gene Clemons assisting. Burial will follow in the Blankenship Cemetery at Beech Creek with family and friends serving as pallbearers.

+2022, Martinsville City, VA, Obituary

https://www.norrisfuneral.com/obituaries/Jane-Burgess-Blankenship?obId=26424746

Jane Burgess Blankenship, of Martinsville, VA went to be with the Lord in her Heavenly home on November 20, 2022. She was born in Roanoke, VA on September 17, 1948.

Jane lived in Mason, West Virginia prior to living in Martinsville where she graduated from Martinsville High School in 1966. She attended Radford College where she earned her Master’s Degree in music. She married in 1969. Jane was a middle school music teacher in Durham, NC. She served as Choir Director for 20 years at Wesley Memorial UMC where she was a member.

Jane was a strong woman in a time and place where that was less common than it is now. Her voice was a tremendous gift, and her artistry inspired many to follow in her craft. Jane lived with Parkinson’s disease for nearly thirty years, a disease that took her independence and her life, but she lived that life as fully as she could, until the end. The most extraordinary love and care was given to her by JE, who fulfilled their marriage vows faithfully every day. He provided constant faith and abiding love whatever came.

Her survivors include her husband, loving and devoted caregiver of 53 years, James Elery (JE) Blankenship; sons Giles Blankenship (Kelly), Kirk Blankenship (Shelly) and Mark Blankenship; brothers, Henry Burgess (Alice), Stephen Burgess (Fran) and sister Anne Cutchin (Dan); grandchildren Davis, Sophie, Kenneth, Naomi, Lydia, Jason, Lexa, Luke, and Melania; numerous nieces, nephews and many friends.

The funeral will be held at Wesley Memorial UMC on Starling Ave. in Martinsville, VA, at noon on Friday, Nov 25. Graveside at Roselawn Burial Park on Monday, Nov. 28 at noon. Norris Funeral Services, Martinsville, VA.

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

https://www.chapmans-mortuary.com/obituaries/Terry-Blankenship/#!/Obituary

Terry William Blankenship, 49, of Huntington, WV, passed away Thursday, November 3, 2022, in St. Mary's Medical Center, Huntington. He was born December 9, 1972 in Huntington a son of Terry Blankenship and the late Barbara Johnson Blankenship.

He was a chef.

Survivors include: his fiancée, Kendra Woodard of Huntington; two sons, Blaine Blankenship of Milton and Brenden Blankenship of Huntington; a sister, Maggie Blankenship of Huntington; two grandchildren, Malakai Blankenship and Aubriana Blankenship; and a nephew, Bently Blankenship.

There will be a memorial service at a later date. Chapman's Mortuary, Huntington.

+2022, Sandyville, Jackson Co., WV, Obituary

https://www.waybrightfuneralhome.com/obituaries/Meritta-Ann Blankenship?obId=26338794#/celebrationWall

Meritta Ann Blankenship, 72 of Sandyville, passed away November 10, 2022 at her home following a short illness. She was born October 10, 1950 in Charleston, daughter of the late Vernon Schaley and Hester Darrell Payne Robinson.

She was a homemaker and loved taking care of her family.

In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Thomas Ray Blankenship Sr.; son, Thomas Ray Blankenship, Jr.; and granddaughter, Lora Beth Frontz. She was the last surviving member of her immediate family as all of her siblings preceded her in death.

She is survived by her daughter, Lisa Frontz and her husband Gary; granddaughters, Krissa and Mickee Frontz; three great-grandchildren, Novaleigh, Liam and Delilah.

A Graveside Service will be held at 1:30 pm, Friday, November 18, 2022 in the Donel C. Kinnard Memorial State Veterans Cemetery, Dunbar. Waybright Funeral Home, Ripley.

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

https://www.tributearchive.com/obituaries/26445471/walter-blankenship

Walter Blankenship, 74 [February 4, 1948] years of age of Mohawk, WV, passed away Wednesday, November 23, 2022, at the Buchanan General Hospital [Grundy, Buchanan Co., VA] following an extended illness. Born in War Eagle, WV, he was the son of the late Eckman and Sylvia (Prater) Blankenship.

Walter was a member of Union Light Freewill Baptist Church. He was a lifelong resident of West Virginia and was a retired Coal Miner and truck driver. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and enjoyed woodworking and gardening.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his son, David Blankenship; Grandson: Joseph Matthew Blankenship.

Those left to cherish his memory include his wife, Stella Blankenship of Mohawk, WV; Sons: Walter Blankenship Jr. of Mohawk, WV, Walter Blankenship III (Donna Roberts) of Iaeger, WV; Daughter: Barbara Eloise (Shane) Childress of Haysi, VA; Grandchildren: Jacob Blankenship, Timothy Blankenship, Amber Blankenship, Jack Garlic; 7-Great-Grandchildren; 3-Sisters: Beatrice Dotson, Eleanor Smith and Linda Wolford; 1-Brother: Ralph Blankenship. Also, survived by several nieces and nephews.

Funeral Services will be conducted , at 1:00 pm, Sunday, November 27, 2022, at the Union Light Freewill Baptist Church with William Prater officiating with burial to follow in the Fred Lester Cemetery, Bull Creek, WV. Active Pallbearers will be family and friends. Grundy Funeral Home.

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

https://www.mingomessenger.com/obituaries/article_a5a6e096-720d-11ed-9c16-b78fc7a19b8e.html

Jamie Blankenship, 51, of Baisden, died Tuesday, Nov. 22, 2022, at Logan Regional Medical Center. He was born in Man, Dec. 22, 1970, the son of the late Jimmy and Christine (Justice) Blankenship.

Jamie, or “Bigfoot” as everyone knew him by, loved to dig ginseng and hunt when he was able to do so. He was of the Church of God Faith.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Stoney Ray Blankenship; and his grandparents, Lynn and Harriet Blankenship

He is survived by his daughter, Courtney Blankenship; his son, Isaiah Blankenship (Keeley); grandson, Brayden Willis Blankenship, all of Charleston; sister, Angela Blankenship, of Gilbert Creek; brother, Christopher Blankenship, of Ben Creek; nephews, Gabriel Berry (Kasey), of Kentucky, and Jacob Blankenship, of Horsepen; uncles, Timmy Blankenship (Carol), of Gilbert Creek, Mark Blankenship (Tina), of Baisden, and Tommy Blankenship (Marcella), of Gilbert; cousin, Patrick Cline (Teresa), of Horsepen; friend, John Hatfield, of Browning Fork; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and other dear relatives and friends.

Honoring his wishes, Jamie will be cremated. A memorial service will be scheduled and posted at a later date. He may be gone from our sight, but never from our hearts. Mounts Funeral Home, Inc., of Gilbert.

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

https://www.fanningfuneralhomes.com/obituaries/Dorsel-Brian-Blankenship?obId=26362410

Dorsel Brian Blankenship, 41, of Sophia, WV went home to be with the Lord on November 12, 2022. He was born August 12, 1981 in Gastonia, NC, a son of Alice Steele Plumley and the late Donald Blankenship.

Brian enjoyed working on cars, spending time with his family and fishing.

In addition to his father Brian was preceded in death by a daughter, Georgia; a brother Allen; a granddaughter Ta’Ja; and a special uncle, Terry Ara.

Those left to cherish his memory are his wife, Chlorisa Ara Blankenship; his children, Brett Blevins, Michael James Blevins, Dalton Blankenship, Salena Collier and Waylon Ara; his mother, Alice Plumley; a brother, Robert Blankenship; a sister, Alice James; his mother-in-law, Dreama Ara; a special uncle, Randell Steele; and numerous nieces, nephews and friends

Funeral services will be conducted Sunday, November 20. 2022 at 1 o’clock, with Reverend Denny Hughes officiating at the Soak Creek Gospel Tabernacle Church in Sophia, WV. Burial will follow in the Steele Family Cemetery in Steeles Hollow at Hanover, WV. Serving as pallbearers will be family and friends. Fanning Funeral Home in Iaeger, WV.

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