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+2023, Parrish, Walker Co., AL, Obituary

https://www.collinsburkefuneralhome.com/obituary/felisia-blankenship

Felisia Danielle Blankenship, 44 [1979], of Parrish, passed away on Friday, March 31, 2023 at her residence.

Mrs. Blankenship was preceded in death by her Grandfather-Charles Franklin; Grandfather-Thomas Gurganus; Father-in-law-Allen Blankenship; Brother-in-law-Slick Shepard.

She is survived by her Husband-Jarrett Blankenship; Mother-Renee Brown; Father-Harold Brown; Daughter-Calli Blankenship; Son-Wyatt Blankenship; Sister-in-law-Alison Shepard; Nieces-Brooklyn and Madalin Shepard; Father and Mother-in-law-Mike and Danita Lee; Mother-in-law-Jennifer Blankenship; Best Friend-Bridgett Nabors; Grandparents-Nell Gurganus and Robbie Franklin; Other Aunts, Uncles, and Cousins.

Funeral services will at 6 pm on Monday, April 3, 2023, in the Collins-Burke Chapel. Burial will Pleasantfield Cemetery. Bubba Cagle will officiate. Collins-Burke Chapel, 303 Oakhill Road, Jasper, AL.

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+2023, Mountain Home, Baxter Co., AR, Obituary

https://www.kirbyandfamily.com/obituaries/Howard-Blankenship-2/#!/Obituary

Howard Blankenship, 89 [1934], of Mountain Home, Arkansas. died March 23, 2023, at Good Samaritan Society.

Funeral arrangements are pending at Kirby & Family Funeral & Cremation Services - Mountain Home, Arkansas.

+2023, Melbourne, Izard Co., AR, Obituary

https://www.eddiesfamilyfuneralhome.com/obituary/donna-blankenship

Donna Laine McCollum Blankenship, daughter of Betty Jo Davidson McCollum Loggains and the late Don Doyle McCollum, was born September 1, 1952 in Wenatchee, Washington. She departed this life March 1 at her home in Melbourne.

Donna was united in marriage to Bob Blankenship June 19, 1970 and together they raised three children. Donna spent her life as a loving daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, homemaker and friend. Most of Donna’s working years were spent at Boeing Aircraft, retiring after many years of employment. She was of the Baptist faith and a member of Belview Baptist Church.

She was preceded in death by her father.

She is survived by her husband of 52 years: Bob Blankenship of the home; one daughter: Lesha Watson and husband Michael of Ash Flat; two sons: Brad Blankenship and wife Casey of Newport and Kevin Blankenship and wife Katelyn of Bartlett, Tennessee; her mother: Betty Joe McCollum Loggains of Melbourne; one sister: Phyllis Harmon and husband Bucksey of Melbourne; seven grandchildren: Abbey (Marcus) Orf, Andrew (Sara) Haley, Will Watson, Madyson Blankenship, McKenna Minor, Isabella Blankenship and Miles Blankenship; two great grandchildren: Hudson and Hadley Orf; two nieces: Tess (Toby) Weatherford and Tara Jo (Braden) Tate and a host of other relatives and many good friends.

Funeral service will begin at 11:00 am,Saturday, March 4, at Belview Baptist Church in Melbourne, with Doyne Robertson officiating. Burial will follow at Old Philadelphia Cemetery. Pallbearers: Andrew Haley, Will Watson, Marcus Orf, Bucksey Harmon, Toby Weatherford, Braden Tate. Honorary Pallbearers: Roger Gillihan, Bucky Foley, Junior Caraway, Ronnie Davis, Gary Graham, Eddy Loggains.

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+2023, Ormond Beach, Volusia Co., FL, Obituary

https://www.dalewoodwardfuneralhomes.com/obituaries/Hailey-May-Blankenship?obId=27450327

Hailey May Blankenship, August 14, 2002 - March 4, 2023

Losing someone you love is one of the most difficult experiences in life. The passing of our beautiful Hailey is a tragic reminder of how devastating life in this world can be.

Hailey was a young lady who had a special love for her cats and enjoyed spending time reading books. Her mom and Billy were the world to her. She was always excited when she knew it was her time to be with them, whether it was breakfast with dad or going somewhere special with mom. Her sister Chloe was her world. Me and Angel were talking about how we have known Hailey since the 5th grade and her personality has never changed. She was loyal to her friends.

Hailey was also someone who found joy in helping others, volunteering her time and talent to help me face paint for various outreaches with our youth group.

Her willingness to serve and her kind spirit left a positive impact on me, and I believe everyone who knew her. We will always cherish the moments we spent with her, the laughter, and the joy she brought into our lives. But what I loved most about her was her heart.

Hailey embodied humility and caring towards all things, big and small. I remember Hailey coming to see us after we lost our home in the house fire, and she just showed up. Even though she was just a kid, her love and hugs had more value than anything that was given to our family.

I know I mentioned Hailey helping us in youth group. She did come to church with us. You know people often ask if God is so loving and powerful… why didn’t he stop a tragedy from happening?

"That's a complex question with no easy answer. Many of us grapple with the question of why God allows suffering and tragedy to happen in the world. Some argue that God grants us free will, and with that comes the possibility for humans to make choices that result in harm to others.”

Her family asks that we never let her light dim and that we always remember how beautiful her smile was and that she forever lives in our hearts.

Service; 4:00 pm, Monday, March 13 20230, at Dale Woodward Funeral Homes and Cremation Services

1780 Oceanshore Blvd, Ormond Beach, FL.

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*2023, Pearl City, Honolulu Co., HI, Obituary

https://www.mililanimemorial.com/obituary/Sally-Blankenship

Sally Nobuko Blankenship, 96, of Pearl City, Hawaii passed away on March 8, 2022. She was born March 27, 1925 in Waipahu, Hawaii.

She is survived by her son, Wayne K. Blankenship (Deborah); daughter, Arlene K. Pang; brothers, Morio Shintaku and Steven T. Shintaku (Sadako); sister, Lillian S. Ishii; 5 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren.

Private services.

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+2023, Carbondale, Jackson Co., IL, Obituary

https://www.meredithfh.com/obituaries/Michael-Earl-Blankenship?obId=27435102

Michael Earl Blankenship, 77, passed away on March 5, 2023 at Memorial Hospital of Carbondale in Carbondale. He was born on January 6, 1946 in Marion to Robert and Julia (Jenkins) Blankenship.

Mike was an adrenaline junkie and loved the outdoors. He enjoyed working with children. Mike had many engineering jobs across the states.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Mike is survived by his spouse; son, Robert Scott Blankenship and wife Martha; daughter, Cindy Alderman and husband Kaven; many grandchildren which he loved dearly; and two sisters, Jeri Palmer and Kris Jones.

No services will be held per Mike’s request. Meredith Funeral Home in Carbondale.

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+2023, Louisville, Jefferson Co., KY, Obituary

https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/louisville-ky/michael-blankenship-11221786

Michael Thomas Blankenship, 45, of Louisville, passed away Wednesday, March 22, 2023. He was born in Louisville to John and Betty Blankenship on November 6, 1977.

Michael was a former employee of RC Cola and Quality Aluminum.

His wife, Jana Blankenship, and mother Betty Pugh Blankenship preceded Michael in death.

Left to cherish his memory are his daughters, Breonna Blakenship (John) and Addison M. Grigsby, grandchildren, Landon, Lillian, and Ella Elliott, and a host of other family members and friends.

Funeral service at 2pm, Tuesday, April 4, 2023, at Arch L. Heady & Son Funeral Home in Okolona.

+2023, London, Laurel Co., KY, Obituary

https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/name/harold-blankenship-obituary?id=49535757

Harold Blankenship departed this life Sunday, March 5, 2023 being 67 years, 5 months, and 28 days of age. He was born September 7, 1955 in Cincinnati, Ohio.

He was a farmer and of the Christian Faith.

He was the son of the late Lonnie Blankenship and Roxie Blankenship.

He was united in marriage to Jo Etta Raymond Blankenship of East Bernstadt, Kentucky. He is also survived by his three children, Candy Hensley of Barbourville, Kentucky, Lonnie Parker of Louisville, Kentucky, and Harold Harrison of East Bernstadt, a granddaughter, Destiny McQueen plus a host of other family and friends to mourn his passing.

Graveside service for Harold Blankenship will be conducted Tuesday at 3:00 pm in McDaniel Cemetery in London, Kentucky.

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+2023, Salina, Saline Co., KS, Obituary

https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Clifton-Blankenship

Clifton "Cliff Blankenship, 82, Salina, died Thursday, March 2, 2006. He was born Jan. 5, 1924, in Logan, WV.

Mr. Blankenship married Virginia on June 25, 1960, in Oscoda, Mich. He was retired from the US Air Force as technical sergeant in 1965 after 22 years of service. He also worked as a tool-and-die maker for Federal Mogul Manufacturing for 18 years.

He served in the U.S. Army during World War II, from 1943 to 1945, during which time he was awarded the Purple Heart, European and Africa and Middle Eastern service stars, World War II victory medal, the Bronze Star and combat infantry badge. While serving in the US Air Force, he received the Korean service medal, United Nations service medal, National Defense service medal, good conduct medal, Air Force longevity service award and Air Force outstanding unit award.

He was a member of St. John's Lutheran Church, a life member of the Scottish Rite, the Isis Shrine, the Isis Patrol, Salina Masonic Lodge No. 60 and VFW Post No. 1432 and a lifetime member of Elks Lodge No. 718.

Survivors include his wife, Virginia, of Salina; two sons, James of Tampa, Fla., and Greg of Wichita; four daughters, Janet Carter of Buchanan, Tenn., Erin Bender of Salina, Bobbie Rash of Newark, Del., and Lori Werth of Alpena, Mich.; six grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.

The funeral will be at 2 pm, Monday at St. John's Lutheran Church, Salina. Burial will be in Gypsum Hill Cemetery, Salina. Ryan Mortuary137 N. Eighth, Salina.

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+2023, Salem, Dent Co., MO, Obituary

https://www.thesalemnewsonline.com/obituaries/article_8c6ef91e-c736-11ed-a355-2fd9db2a2223.html

Mrs. Virginia “Dorlene” (Major) Blankenship was born May 4, 1936 in Boss to Glen and Verna (Pyatt) Major. She died March 19, 2023 in Salem at the age of 86 years.

Mrs. Blankenship married Bobby “Bob” Jean Blankenship August 9, 1952.

Preceding her in death were her husband; son, David Blankenship; parents; brothers, James Major and Darrel Major; and sister, Rita Melton.

Survivors include her children, Bob Blankenship and wife, Cathy, Kimberling City; Ronnie Blankenship and wife, Gaye Lynn, Salem; Karen Givens and husband, Art, Salem; Steve Blankenship and wife, Cathy, Licking; and Daniel Blankenship, Salem; daughter-in-law, Brenda Blankenship, Salem; sister, Donna Nelson and husband, Ivan, Salem; grandchildren, Brad Blankenship and wife, Tiffany; Brian Blankenship and wife, Britinie; Carrie Patton and husband, Jereme; Jason Blankenship and wife, Shannon; Ashley Sullins; Mathen Givens and wife, Mandy; Mathew Givens and fiancée, Kimberly; Tera Becklenberg and husband, Aaron; Kevin Blankenship and wife, Tiffany; Desirae Owens and husband, Toby; and Kristopher Blankenship and wife, Cassie; 28 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren with two on-the-way; and a host of extended family and friends.

Funeral service was March 22, 2023, at Wilson Mortuary Chapel, Salem, with Pastor Chris Hendrix officiating. Ronnie Blankenship shared the eulogy. Interment was in the Licking Cemetery. Pallbearers were Brad Blankenship, Brian Blankenship, Jason Blankenship, Mathen Givens, Kevin Blankenship and Kris Blankenship. Honorary pallbearers were Mathew Givens, Tom Ard and Jereme Patton.

+2023, Lebanon, Laclede Co., MO, Obituary

https://www.shadelscolonialchapel.com/obituary/viola-blankenship

Viola Faye Blankenship, daughter of Lester and Betty Pauline Dismang Anglen, was born August 8, 1957, in Laclede County, Missouri and departed this life to enter her Heavenly home on March 14, 2023, at the age of sixty-five years.

Viola graduated from Lebanon High School with the class of 1975. She has worked for Crosslines Ministries for the past thirty years and has been the director for over twelve of those years. She had a servant heart and was always willing to lend a helping hand to those in need. She worked hard and was generous to a fault. In fact in 2006, she received a "Best Neighbor" award. She loved chickens, collecting arrowheads, fishing and mushroom hunting. She was an avid wrestling fan and watched it five nights a week. She loved her fur babies, her dogs, Rex and Tiny. However, time spent with her family is what she treasured most. She loved them dearly and was proud of each of them.

Viola made a profession of faith in Christ and at the time of her passing attended Oak Grove Baptist Church.

Those preceding her in death include her parents and two siblings, Betty Waters and Jackie Anglen.

Viola is survived by three sons, Jared Blankenship of Buffalo, MO, Devin Blankenship of Lebanon, MO and Derek Blankenship and Courtney Perkins of Lebanon, MO; eight grandchildren, Chloe, Kaitlynn, Elias, Jackson, Austin, Wyatt, Mason and Matthew; one brother, Howard Anglen and his wife Cindy of Long Lane, MO; one sister, Vickie Wilson and her husband Lonnie of Lebanon, MO; other relatives and many friends.

Viola was the kind of person you could meet once and remember forever. The compassion and empathy she had for others was unmatched. She will be forever missed by all whose lives she touched.

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+2023, Statesville, Iredell Co., NC, Obituary

https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/name/teela-blankenship-obituary?id=49934540

Teela Blankenship of Statesville, 74, passed away March 9, 2023. She was born October 26, 1948 to the late Branson Blankenship and Mary Mullins Blankenship.

Teela was a loving mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She took great pride in her home and enjoyed cleaning and keeping it organized. Teela lived for her family, she especially loved to dote on her grandchildren.

Teela is preceded in death by her parents, long time significate other, Charlie Lambert, five sisters and two grandchildren, Cayden and Riley Blankenship.

Teela is survived by her daughters, Crystal Blankenship, Greta Blankenship and Rebecca Gardiner ( AJ); son, Charlie Blankenship (Kayla); brother, Frank Blankenship (Lori); sister, Arbutis Rose (Gary) ; 11 grandchildren, Joshua Blankenship, Brenna Blankenship, Kelsey Blankenship, Arleigh Blankenship, Payten Blankenship, Jaikyn Blankenship, Logan Krause, Ian Krause, Avery Blankenship, Natalie Carcamo and 'Lil Bubs" Myers; 5 great grandchildren.

A funeral service will be held at 6 pm, Wednesday, March 15, 20203, at Nicholson Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Frank Blankenship officiating.

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+2023, Lexington, Henderson Co., TN, Obituary

https://stanfillfuneralhome.com/obituaries/clara_blankenship/

Clara Mae Blankenship, 11/20/1938 – 3/7/2023

She was born Clara Mae Lyles on November 20, 1938 to Oscar and Zelma Lyles of Decatur County, TN. Oscar died when Clara was an infant and she was raised by her step father, Elmer Rosson whom she loved dearly.

She was a beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and friend to many. She loved being “Granny” to all of her grandkids and cooking for her family as they gathered at Granny’s house. She loved her family and was so proud of them. She dreamed of getting an iPhone, which she finally did, so that she could more easily show pictures and videos to anyone who would help her open it to find the photo albums. Her photos were full of her family, especially the babies.

She was a strong woman of faith and attended Darden Baptist Church. She had a servant’s heart which was shown throughout her life. She started her career as a nurse 60 years ago at Decatur County Hospital. She was the definition of a strong and independent woman. She put herself through school and graduated from Union University all while working a full-time job and raising her children. She also worked at Jackson Madison County General Hospital, but most enjoyed working her later years in home health. She truly was a boss at heart and everywhere she worked would eventually find herself as a manager or coordinator.

She was a world traveler and had many adventures in lots of different countries and states. She loved visiting the Smoky Mountains and was blessed to visit the Holy Lands twice. Everyone loved to hear of her travels. She was an excellent story teller which was passed on to several of her grandchildren. Her Church family would tell you that Clara’s testimonies were always moving and entertaining. It was evident that she let Jesus work through her heart and soul. There was no more important relationship to her than the one she had with Jesus Christ. She also loved animals and always had a pet or two or three. She especially loved her chickens and spoke fondly of her old mule, Einer, that lived to be 32 years old.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her brother O. B. Lyles, her children Deborah Lee Box and Dr. Gregory Alan Box, and granddaughters Christina Box and Emily Box.

She is survived by her eldest son, Danny Lynn Box (Michaelle) of Parsons, TN, daughter-in-law Jenita Box-Boggan (Daniel),five grandchildren, Jessica Stanfill (Seth) of Lexington, TN, Patricia Putney (Jordan) of Oakland, TN, Michael Box of Parsons, TN, Joshua Box (Mackenzie) of Fairfax, VA, and Lyles Box of Lexington, TN, and three great grandchildren, Jamison Putney, Sadie Stanfill, and Sage Stanfill. Clara died peacefully in her home that she built on March 7, 2023 surrounded by her family.

Clara will be deeply missed but her memories cherished forever by her family and friends.

Her celebration of life service will be at 6 pm, on March 20, 2023, at Darden Baptist Church. Stanfill Funeral Home & Cremation, Lexington, Henderson Co., TN

+2023, Memphis, Shelby Co., TN, Obituary

https://www.canalefuneraldirectors.com/obituaries/Page-Blankinship/#!/Obituary

Page Miller Blankinship, a strong-willed spirit who lived life by her own rules, sometimes tempting fate flitting from feats to frolics, sometimes providing safe havens for kindred souls, died on March 1. A Memphis-native, Page was born to Dr. Richard Braun Miller and Katherine Fields Miller on April 7, 1955.

Page attended St. Agnes and Hutchison before graduating from White Station High School (WSHS). She enrolled at Peabody College and later transferred to Memphis State, where she graduated magna cum laude. After earning her Master’s in English, Page found her educator home at WSHS teaching English, Latin, Etymology, and Mythology and, in the role she held dearest, supervising The Scroll, WSHS’s newspaper. Page’s razor sharp wit shined nowhere brighter than in her writing. And as a teacher, she instilled within hundreds a similar passion for words and love of story-telling—stories in which her legacy will forever live.

Page was preceded in death by her father, Richard Braun Miller; mother, Katherine Fields Miller; and son Marshall Braun Drake.

Page is survived by her son, William Holt Burnett; daughter, Katherine Fields Blankinship; sister, Katye Lauletti, brothers—Robert Miller, John Miller, Michael Miller—and grandson, Holden Burnett.

“I went through many trials, glories, and changes in my life and character, such is life” ~PMB

May Page find her home amongst the stars so lovely. May she once again embrace her son, who left us far too early. May she find peace, finally flying pain-free.

A graveside service will be held at 10 am, on March 8, 2023, at Cavalry Cemetery. Canale Funeral Directors, 2700 Union Avenue Extended, Memphis, TN.

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2023, Caldwell, Burleson Co., TX, Obituary

https://www.lagrangefunerals.com/obituary/brenda-blankenship

Brenda Blankenship of Caldwell, TX, September 14, 1951 - March 21, 2023

Koenig-Belvill Funeral Home & Cremations, La Grange, TX.

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+2023, Huddleston, Bedford Co., VA, Obituary

https://updikefuneralhome.com/tribute/details/1929/Jesse-Blankenship-Sr/obituary.html

Jesse James Blankenship, Sr., 80 of Huddleston, passed away Monday, March 6, 2023 at his residence. He was born on Monday, August 3, 1942 in Bedford County, a son of the late Thomas Jefferson Blankenship and Ollie Belle Mitchell Blankenship.

Jessie was an avid hunter and enjoyed the outdoors, especially tending his garden. He had a special love for his family and cherished his grandchildren and great grandchildren. He was also a member of Palestine Baptist Church.

He was also preceded in death by wife, Virginia Alice Hodges Blankenship, his son, Jesse James Blankenship, Jr., his daughter, Linda Durwin and four half-brothers.

He is survived by his daughter, Toni B. Robertson & husband, Michael as well as ten grandchildren and eleven great grandchildren.

As per his wishes, Jesse will be cremated and no services held. His cremains will be interred in the family plot at Morgans Baptist Church. Updike Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Bedford.

+2023, Dublin, Pulaski Co., VA, Obituary

https://www.bowerfuneralhome.com/obituary/verna-blankenship

Verna Juanita Blankenship, age 98 of Dublin passed away Saturday, March 25, 2023 at the Pulaski Health and Rehabilitation Center. Born March 3, 1925 in Oklahoma, she was the daughter of the late Charles Bell and Hattie Rogers Bell.

She was also preceded in death by her husband of 66 years, Theodore William “TW” Blankenship and son, Charles William Blankenship.

Verna is survived by her Children - Pam Leonard – Dublin, Dale Blankenship – Pulaski, Pat Lopez – TX, David Blankenship – TX, Rick Blankenship – TX. Numerous Grandchildren and Great Grandchildren

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 pm, onTuesday, March 28, 2023, at the Bower Funeral Home-Chapel, Pulaski with Pastor Cameron Mitchell officiating. Interment will follow at the Thornspring UMC Cemetery, Dublin.

+2023, Cleveland, Russell Co., VA, Obituary

https://www.chfunerals.com/obituaries/wilma-blankenship

Wilma Jean Blankenship of Cleveland, VA, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, March 22, 2023. Born June 3, 1933. She was the daughter of the late William Huffman and Nora Castle Huffman.

She was a member of Green Valley Baptist Church. She loved reading, cooking, canning, tending to her flowers, visiting nursing homes, and spending time with family and friends.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her daughter: Janet Blankenship Hawkins; three brothers: Billy Jo Huffman, Paul Huffman and Dennis Huffman; grandson: Joshua Hawkins; and great-granddaughter: Stella Blankenship.

She is survived by her husband of seventy years: Jack Blankenship; son: Ron Blankenship and wife Denise; son-in-law: Gene Hawkins; grandchildren: Amanda Richardson and husband Jayson, Travis Blankenship and wife Erika, and Daniel Hawkins; great-grandchildren: Ava Kate Richardson, Lexi Hawkins, Hunter Hawkins, and Jacob Hawkins; along with several nieces and nephews.

A funeral service will be held at 7:00 pm, Friday, March 24, 2023 in the Combs-Hess Funeral Service Chapel with Rev. Darrell Fletcher and Rev. Brandon Nuckles officiating. Burial will be held at 11:00 am, Saturday, March 25, 2023 in Ketron Memorial Gardens. Honorary pallbearers will be Travis Blankenship, Jayson Richardson and Gene Hawkins.

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+2023, Montgomery, Fayette Co., WV, Obituary

https://www.odellfuneralhome.com/memorials/charles-blankenship/5155919/obituary.php

Charles Elmer Blankenship, Jr. (Chuckie) was born on August 17, 1966 in Elkton Md., to Barbara and the late Charles (Charlie) E. Blankenship, Sr. Chuckie passed away Thursday, March 9, 2023 surrounded by family.

Chuckie grew up in McDunn with two brothers, many cousins & his uncle Tommy whom he was very close to. Where he, his friends, & cousins would hang out. He spent lots of time with his Pawpaw & Mawmaw Linville. They would travel to different states racing motorbikes & enjoying the outdoors and spending time with each other. Chuckie enjoyed working on motorbikes & vehicles. Chuckie grew to be a fine mechanic, coal truck & tractor trailer driver, before his diabetes kept him from persevering. He had an enjoyable on the go personality, that was a magnet to many people. He loved to talk about cars, trucks, motorcycles, and traveling. In his older years he loved to ride around the mountains in his Teryx while his family and friends rode their bikes and four wheelers. He always had to be doing something or going somewhere to trade wheel and deal.

Chuckie will be missed and remembered by many friends and family.

He is preceded in death by both sets of grandparents and his father, Charlie Blankenship.

Survived by his loving mother Barbara, son Jonathan (Stacy) of Handley, daughter Samantha (Jason) Haddix of Clarksburg, brothers Daniel and James (Emily) of McDunn, granddaughters Arissa (Tyson), Gracie, Paisley, Kenzleigh of Clarksburg, Nephews Kristopher, Chuckie shared his birthday with Zachary (Martia) of McDunn and Jacob (Kayla) of Gauley Bridge, Nieces Madison and Seanna, great nephews Damien & Yuki all of McDunn.

Funeral Service will at 4 pm, on Tuesday, March 14, 2023, at O’Dell Funeral Home in Montgomery, WV with the Rev. Chad Smailes officiating.