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+2023, Guntersville, Marshall Co., AL, Obituary

https://wtwilsonfuneralchapel.com/tribute/details/5504/Sandy-Blankenship/obituary.html

Mrs. Sandy Marie Blankinship age 60 [1963], of Guntersville passed away on Tuesday, August 8, 2023. Cremation provided by W.T. Wilson Funeral Chapel.

She was preceded in death by her father, Murrell Blankenship; mother and step-father, Florence and George Richardson; and brother, Timothy Blankenship.

She is survived by her daughter, Misti Martin; sons, James Blankenship and Anthony Rowe; brother, Roy Blankenship; grandchildren, Analysa, Gage, Ethan, Aubrey, Riley, Kacey, Bentley, and Maicey.

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+2023, Sylacauga, Talladega Co., AL, Obituary

https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/sylacauga-al/lorene-sherrill-11420836

Lorene Sherrill, 89 of Sylacauga, AL passed away August 25,2023.

Lorene was a faithful member of Newsite Baptist Church in Weogufka, AL where she attended as a child and continued to attend until her final years. She made juggling family life and work life appear easy. Lorene was the nursing surgical supervisor for 35 years at Sylacauga Hospital, now known as CVMC. She was a loving mother to her three children and doted heavily on all of her grandchildren and great grandchildren and their spouses as well. She always had enough love to go around and made each person feel like they were the most special. Lorene was well loved and respected throughout the community. Although she will be missed terribly, Heaven is rejoicing.

She was preceded in death by her parents Doc and Lena Blankenship as well as her husband, Robert L. Sherrill and granddaughter, Sherrill Lee Terry.

She is survived by her children, Robert Michael Sherrill (Mitzi), Dotha Cunningham (Phillip), James Rob Sherrill (Tina), grandchildren, Jennifer Brunsman (Mike), Nate Cunningham (Allison), Zac Cunningham (Rachel), Ellen Griffitt (Wade), Isabel Sherrill, Reese Sherrill, and eight great grandchildren.

Funeral service at 2:00 pm. Sunday, August 27, 2023 at Curtis and Son Funeral Home. Lorene will be laid to rest in Evergreen Memorial Cemetery. All services will be officiated by Rev. Russell Gooden. Serving as pallbearers are Nate Cunningham, Zac Cunningham, Nathan Harmon, Mike Brunsman, Mark Bice, Wade Griffitt, Brad Bice, James Meade, Michael Saloom and Joe Jones.

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+2023, Sun City West, Maricopa Co., AZ, Obituary

https://obituaries.caminodelsol.com/obituary/Ann-Blankenship

Ann Blankenship, 80, passed away on August 23, 2023, at her home in Sun City West, Arizona. She was born on September 28, 1942, to the late Bill and Pauline Atwood, near Dover, Kansas.

Ann attended Dover High School and graduated in 1960. She then furthered her education at Clark’s Business School obtaining an associate degree. On July 3, 1965, she married the love of her life, Tom Blankenship in Topeka, Kansas. They had two beautiful children, Jill, and Brian.

Ann worked at IBM Technology for 13 years. Her greatest joy was time spent with her grandchildren, Adam, Jake, Jack, and Jonas. She avidly attended all graduations, sports games, birthdays, and other events involving her grandchildren. Ann and Tom even bought a house in Santa Fe, NM to make it easier to spoil her grandsons.

Ann is survived by her loving spouse of 58 years, Tom Blankenship; 2 children, Jill (Aaron), and Brian (Jackie); 1 sister, Beverly Corbet; and her 4 beloved grandchildren, Adam, Jake, Jack, and Jonas.

A memorial service is to be held at 2pm, on Saturday, September 2, 2023, in Palm West Church. 13845 W Stardust Blvd, Sun City West, AZ. A private family inurnment will be held at Auburn, KS Cemetery at a later date.

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+2023, Port Charlotte, Charlotte Co., FL, Obituary

https://www.ameliamonitor.com/articles/kimberly-blankenship/

The Amelia Bulletin Monitor;

Kimberly Blankenship, 58, of Port Charlotte, Fla., passed away Friday, August 11, 2023.

She is survived by her parents and siblings in Florida, her four children, Morgan McMillian, Austin Blankenship, Holly Blankenship, Jennifer Girgas and seven grandchildren.

Kimberly was a long time resident of Amelia prior to moving to Florida.

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+2023, Homewood, Cook Co., IL, Obituary

https://www.calahanfuneralhome.com/obituaries/Dashaun-Blankenship/#!/Obituary

Pastor Dashaun L. Blankenship, August 3, 1965 - August 26, 2023

His loved ones are composing his obituary, which you will be able to read here.

*2023, Rolling Meadows, Cook Co., IL, Obituary

https://obituaries.neptunesociety.com/obituaries/rolling-meadows-il/shirley-blankenship-11423873

We celebrate the life and mourn the loss of Shirley Mae Blankenship; wife, mother, sister, aunt, cousin and beloved friend to so many. She was born on April 21, 1936 and left us on August 28, 2023. For 87 years she blessed those around her with love, compassion, support, grace, patience, and sensitivity. Shirley appreciated the beauty in life and surrounded herself with family and friends.

Shirley was strong and independent with a healthy sense of adventure and a rich love for music, literature, fashion, and cuisine. She enjoyed dressing up for any occasion and was well known for her impeccable taste and style.

She brought four children into the world; Joanne, Tony, Earl and John, but her caregiving abilities extended to her grandchildren and great grandchildren as well. Shirley cherished time spent with family and enjoyed opening her home to those in need. Shirley was a mother to many animals throughout her life, appreciating nature and giving a home to souls both innocent and vulnerable.

In her final year, Earl and his family were blessed with the opportunity to live with and care for Shirley. She lived a full and memorable life and will be deeply missed. We offer condolences to her family and friends but are grateful for the chance to have experienced her life and love.

+2023, Peoria, Peoria Co., IL, Obituary

https://www.tributearchive.com/obituaries/28779395/grace-elizabeth-blankenship

Grace Elizabeth (Pethick) Blankenship, 95, of Peoria, IL went to be with the Lord on Monday, August 21, 2023. She was born on July 4, 1928, in Ortonville, MI, to Harry Ralph and Margaret Teresa (Johnson) Pethick.

As a young girl her family moved from Ortonville, Michigan to Peoria, Illinois where she met the love of her life, David Tobias Blankenship. They were married on July 4, 1946, after he returned home from WWII. Together they raised seven children, Sharon (Gary) Moushon of Speer, IL, David J. (Mabel) Blankenship of Bellevue, IL, Peggy (Jim) Maddox of Farmington, MO, Carol (Dennis) Harper of Lewistown, IL, Deborah (Patrick) Ruder of Groveland, IL, Connie Riley of Alvarado, TX, and Becky Hoffman of Creve Coeur, IL; fourteen grandchildren; thirty-one great-grandchildren; seven great-great-grandchildren; and brother, Ray (Deborah) Stokes of Germantown Hills, IL.

She was a homemaker most of her life and went to work at Interstate Brands (Butternut Bakery) later in life as a clerk in the Butternut thrift stores on Howett Street in Peoria, IL and in Sunnyland, IL. She retired and she and David lived in Germantown Hills, IL for most of their married life and retired there.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, David, of 75 years of marriage, her only son, David J. Blankenship, five of her six brothers, Harry, Charles, Richard, James Howard, and William Francis, and four sisters, Margaret Mary, Beatrice Cecelia, Joyce Martha, and Alice.

Private funeral services will be provided by Mason Funeral Home in Germantown Hills with a memorial service for family members only at a day and time to be decided. Burial will be in Fondulac Township Cemetery in East Peoria, IL.

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+2023, Swan Lake, Knox Co., KY, Obituary

https://knoxfuneralhome.com/obituaries/blankenship-berthel-1945-2023/

Ms. Berthel Hubbard Blankenship, 77, of Swan Lake, passed away Monday morning, August 14, 2023 at the Barbourville ARH Hospital [Knox Co., KY]. She was the daughter of the late Albert and Pearly Smith Hubbard born on October 13, 1945 at Scalf.

Berthel was a former seamstress with Warners and of the Baptist faith. She enjoyed gardening, especially tending flowers, all of nature, photography and dearly loved her family.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by sisters and brothers-in-law, Eleanor and James Warren, Jill and Junior Lankford, Gladys Smith and Effie and Jack Brown and brothers and sisters-in-law, Dewey Hubbard, Carl and Billie Hubbard and Jim and Mary Hubbard and a sister-in-law, Virginia Hubbard.

Survivors include her loving daughter, Carolyn Blankenship of Swan Lake; a brother, Lonnie Hubbard of Scalf; a brother-in-law, Phillip Smith of Barbourville; several nieces and nephews; a special great niece, Mahalie Rose Johnson of Swan Lake; among other loved ones and dear friends.

Her funeral service will be conducted in the chapel of the Knox Funeral Home Thursday, August 17 at 12 Noon with Rev. Dr. Bobby Drew Lawson and Rev. John Loudin officiating. She will be laid to rest in the Hubbard Cemetery.

+2023, Pikeville, Pike Co., KY, Obituary

https://www.news-expressky.com/obituaries/obituaries-8-22-23/article_ccc8693c-4058-11ee-aa2b-5fcd4835c68b.html

Katherine “Granny” Blankenship, 59, of Pikeville, formerly of Stopover, departed this life on Thursday, Aug. 17, 2023, at the home of her son. She was born in Phelps, Nov. 23, 1963, a daughter of the late Charlie and Hazel “Casey” Wolford.

Katherine loved her grandchildren and great-grandchildren; they were the joy of her life. She loved sitting outside on her porch and she enjoyed watching tv.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Kenneth Blankenship; daughter, Joyce “Shorty” Blankenship; and brother, Israel Wolford.

She leaves to honor her memory one son, Billy Estep (Ericka), of Belfry; three brothers, Sel, Duffy and Bug; three sisters, Beula Mae, Becky and Gearline; nine grandchildren, Jaysin, Devin, Sean, Joseph, Austin, Autumn, Curt, Ashley and Skylah; and seven great-grandchildren, Addilien, Caylus, Calem, Karver, Henry, Danille and Rebecca.

Funeral services were held at 2 pm, Sunday, Aug. 20, 2023, at the Jones & West Funeral Home. Interment followed at Whispering Hills Cemetery, Camp Creek.

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+2023, Dexter, Stoddard Co., MO, Obituary

https://www.watkinsfuneralhome.com/obituaries/ella-blankenship

Ella Marie Blankenship of Dexter, Missouri, the daughter of the late Chester and Catherine Isabell (Putney) Cook was born in Geary, Indiana, on December 3, 1941, and passed from this life in Cape Girardeau, Missouri, on August 24, 2023, at the age of 81 years.

Ella lived in the Southeast Missouri area most of her life, and was of the Christian Faith. Ella enjoyed cooking and baking and working as owner of Ella's Cafe in the Cottonbelt for numerous years. She had also cooked and served for many years prior to purchasing the restuarant when it was called Eastside Cafe. She enjoyed her work, word puzzles, speaking to everyone because she never met a stranger, but most importantly spending time with family and friends and spoiling grandchildren.

Ella was preceded in death by her parents; one son, Tony Gene Blankenship; one brother, Gary Cook and one sister, Joyce Limbaugh.

Ella is survived by five daughters, Rhonda (Randy) Manes of Sikeston, Missouri; Tammy Creg of Vanita, Oklahoma; Paula Sneed of Dexter, Missouri; Melissa (Marvin) Robinson of Poplar Bluf, Missouri; and Gwen Joyce of Marshfield, Missouri; two brothers, Jackie Cook of Sikeston, Missouri; and Jimmy Cook of Dexter, Missouri; one sister, Kay McEnaney of St. Charles, Missouri; nine grandchildren; eighteen great-grandchildren; as well as a host of family and friends.

Funeral service will be 1:00 pm. on Tuesday, August 29, 2023, at the Watkins and Sons Funeral Chapel In Dexter, Missouri,with Pastor Charles Robertson of Bloomfield officiating. Interment will follow at the Hagy Cemetery in Dexter, Missouri.

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+2023, Tupelo, Lee Co., MS, Obituary

https://www.mcneecemorrisfuneralhome.com/obituary/richard-blankenship

Richard Wilson Blakenship, 68, passed away on Monday, August 21, 2023, at Diversicare of Tupelo. He was born November 19, 1954, in Tupelo, to Charlie and Nellie Jean Garrett Blankenship.

He farmed for over fifteen years on River Road with the Grahams. He then worked at the Itawamba County Sanitation Department, before becoming disabled. He was an avid fisherman and hunter.

He was preceded in death by one son, Joey Blankenship; one daughter, Jennifer Blankenship; one brother, Robert Lee Blankenship; and his parents.

Survivors include his wife of 47 years, Linda Blankenship; one daughter, Shanda Kilgo; one brother, Elvis Blankenship, all of Mantachie; four sisters, Geraldine Dykes (Billy) of Fulton, Oline Lee (Sonny) of Verona, Patricia Robinson (Mitchell) of Mantachie, and Cecelia Jones (Johnny) of Ripley; two grandchildren, Bubba Kilgo and Lisa Kilgo; a host of nieces, nephews, and other family members.

Services will be at 11:00 am, Friday, August 25, at the McNeece-Morris Funeral Home Chapel in Mantachie with Bro. Vent Sellers and Bro. Clifton Whitt officiating. Burial will be in the Stephens Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Marcus Newsom, Dawson Newsom, Bubba Kilgo, Bill Smith, Johnathon Mears, and Carson Newsom. Honorary pallbearers will be Jacob Blankenship, Mark Langley, and Camron Newsom.

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+2023, Shelby, Cleveland Co., NC, Obituary

https://www.shelbystar.com/obituaries/pwlm0546440

Eddie Alfred Blankenship, 77, of Shelby, passed away on Thursday, August 10, 2023 at his home. Born in McDowell County, on April 21, 1946, he was the son of the late Eliga Alfred Blankenship and Belle Walker Blankenship.

He was the owner and operator of Double Value Discount for thirty two years. He was also a member and deacon of Westwood Heights Baptist Church. He also served in the US Airforce during the Vietnam War.

He is survived by his wife of thirty four years, Lisa Weaver Blankenship; a son Todd Blankenship and wife Wendy of Belwood; a sister, Audrey Cox and husband Jim of Athens, GA; mother-in-law, Charlene Weaver of Shelby; brother-in-law Keith Weaver and wife Kelly of Polkville; three grandchildren, Randy, Aidan, and Emma; and numerous nieces and nephews.

The funeral service will be held at 3:00 pm on Sunday at Westwood Heights Baptist Church with the Rev. David Costner, Rev. David Rabb and Rev. Chris Masters. The burial will follow the service in the Polkville Baptist Church Cemetery. Stamey-Tysinger Funeral Home & Cremation Center, Inc., Fallston, NC.

+2023, Tarboro, Edgecombe Co., NC, Obituary

https://www.paulfuneralhome.com/obituary/iris-blankenship

Mrs. Iris Louise Hodges Blankenship, age 95, a former resident of Washington, NC died Wednesday August 9, 2023, at East Carolina Health Hospital in Tarboro. She was born in Beaufort County on October 20, 1927, daughter of the late James Henry Hodges, Sr. and the late Mary Jane Waters Hodges.

Mrs. Blankenship was a graduate of Washington High School. On May 26, 1973, she married Bobby Glenn Blankenship who preceded her in death on May 25, 1995. While living in Virginia Beach she worked as a bookkeeper with Charles Saunders Accounting in Norfolk. She was a member of Asbury Methodist Church. While living in Virginia she was very active in her church there. She loved Hockey and Baseball and was a senior volunteer at games in the area and was thrilled to throw the “first pitch” out at a game. Even when she didn’t want to eat you could get her to eat candy or cookies.

Mrs. Blankenship was preceded in death, along with her parents and husband, by brothers: James H. Hodges, Jr., and Jesse “J.T.” Hodges; sister: Allie Grey Alligood; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Mrs. Blankenship leaves behind many much loved great nieces and nephews to carry on her favorite family recipes. Survivors include nephews: Ronald Hodges and his wife Pam of Winterville, Randy Hodges and his wife Donna of Winterville, Larry Hodges of Greenville, and Barbara Black of Pinetown.

A graveside funeral will be held 11:00 am, Saturday August 12, 2023, at Oakdale Cemetery officiated by Wayne Black. Paul Funeral Home & Crematory of Washington.

+2023, Lewisville, Forsyth Co., NC, Obituary

https://www.hayworth-miller.com/obituaries/randal-blankenship

Mr. Randal Clay Blankenship, of Lewisville, NC passed away Monday, August 21, 2023, at Forsyth Medical Center. He was born December 4, 1950, in Forsyth County to Clay McKinley Blankenship and Catherine Jo Pfaff Blankenship.

Randal went to West Forsyth High School in Clemmons, NC where he played football and ran track. He served in the U.S. Army after high school and went to basic training at Fort Jackson, South Carolina where he was offered a candidacy to West Point. Randal then went to Fort Rucker, Alabama for infantry training. He served in the Vietnam War and afterwards went to Fort Carson, Colorado as part of the 4th infantry division, 2nd of the 39th headquarters company. Randal earned degrees in Mechanical and Electrical Engineering from Forsyth Technical Community College and worked for Ricoh Corporation.

His true passion was volunteering for many Winston-Salem tennis events. His good friend, the late Dr. Harold Pollard, got Randal involved in volunteering for tennis events. Randal volunteered at the Flow Invitation Tennis Tournaments as well as three Davis Cup events (2001, 2007 and 2008) held in Winston-Salem. The event Randal enjoyed the most was the Winston-Salem Open ATP tournament where he organized a team of volunteer ushers to assist with running the event. In 2011, the first year of the tournament he had 89 ushers and by the second year he had recruited 255 people to volunteer as part of his usher team. Each year he has consistently recruited several hundred individuals to volunteer for this event. This past Sunday evening, Randal accepted virtually the Lash-Southern Award from the Winston-Salem Open for his community service and was able to watch it live from his hospital room.

Randal was a current Winston-Salem Tennis Board Member and had previously held the role of President of the Board. Randal loved playing tennis and he captained many tennis teams over the years as part of the United States Tennis Association leagues. He has numerous North Carolina Tennis State Championships as well as Southern Sectional Tennis State Championships. In 2006, his 8.0 Mixed Doubles team won the National Tennis Championship title held in Puerto Rico. Randal really enjoyed playing with his men’s tennis group at Taylor Tennis Center several times each week.

During the worsening of his illness, this group of very close friends to Randal provided a lot of support by spending time with him at home and during his recent stay in the hospital. The love for Randal was evident with all his other dear friends who called and visited him. There are numerous stories shared of how Randal touched the lives of many people with words of encouragement or assistance whenever needed. He truly cared about everyone and considered them part of his family. His big smile and always making you laugh was a gift that will never be forgotten.

Surviving are his wife, Kim Haynes; step-children, Rachel and Carter; brother, Darryl Blankenship of Raleigh, NC; aunt, Sudie Mackie of Clemmons, NC; children, Christopher, Eddie, Katie, Ashley and Nikki Blankenship; grandchildren, Daniel, Catherine, Elyssa and Tyler and many cousins.

A memorial service will be held at 1:00 pm, Sunday, August 27, 2023, at River Oaks Community Church with Rev. Andrew Wild officiating. A private burial will take place at Pfafftown Christian Church for the immediate family.

+2023, Burnsville, Yancey Co., NC, Obituary

https://www.yanceyfuneralservice.com/obituaries/Pastor-Preacher-Brian-Keith-Blankenship?obId=28689379

Pastor "Preacher" Brian Keith Blankenship, age 43 [June 13, 1980], went Home to be with his Lord and Savior on Tuesday, August 08, 2023. A native of Yancey County, he was the son of Michael Keith and Judy Ann Fox Blankenship.

Pastor "Preacher" Brian was a dedicated Christian that accepted the Lord as his Savior on June 13, 1993. He dedicated his life to leading people to the Lord and ministered to the lost in his loving, kind way. He became Pastor of Laurel Valley Baptist Church in 2018. Brian loved helping everyone, and made all those around him laugh with his bright humor. In the words of his wife, "He's a snake-handling goofball." He started as a lineman, and then later became a foreman, for French Broad Electric, forming a family bond with his coworkers. He shared a love of hunting with his Daddy, and coon hunting and serving the Lord with his brother-in-law, Kelly. His family and ministry were the most important things in life to him.

In addition to his parents, he is survived by his loving wife of 22 years, Colette McIntosh Blankenship; his children: Rylie Lane, Ruben Lee and Adyson Lynn of the home; sister, Ashley Pittman (Kelly) of Bakersville; brother-in-law, Cody McIntosh of Burnsville; niece, Pearl Grace Pittman; aunt, Connie Robertson (Jeffrey) of Burnsville; uncle, Ronnie Fox (Angie) of South Toe; father-in-law, Morris McIntosh (Regina) of Burnsville; mother-in-law, Marketta McIntosh of Burnsville; and first cousins: Wylie Fox and Amanda Howell (Niles, Jr.) of Burnsville. He is survived as well by his Laurel Valley Baptist Church family, numerous friends, and co-workers of French Broad Electric.

Funeral services will be held at 2 pm, on Sunday, August 20, in the chapel of Yancey Funeral Service. Pastor Cecil Hensley and Pastor Preston Riddle will officiate. Burial will follow in the Ray Cemetery on Pensacola.

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+2023, Union Twp., Clermont Co., OH, Obituary

https://www.mrfh.com/obituary/james-bud-blankenship

James M. “Bud” Blankenship, of Cincinnati, passed away at his home in Union Township on Monday, August 14, 2023 at the age of 83. He was born February 6, 1940 in Jeffersonville, Kentucky to the late Renie, Sr. and Goldie Mae (Chaney) Blankenship.

During Bud’s youth, his family relocated to the Cincinnati area.

Bud was also known to many as “Mr. Fix It”. He possessed the creative and mechanical abilities to conquer any project either for his own family or to lend a hand. Previously, he worked for over 20 years for Obermeyer Foods and retired from Adams Heating & Cooling after 15 years. Bud was a proud Master Mason with J.B. Covert Masonic Lodge in Clermont County, member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles in Loveland, and a past volunteer firefighter for Union Township.

He enjoyed many outdoor activities which included hunting, fishing on Lake Erie, and golfing at their personal getaway in Bradenton, Florida. Bud loved classic cars and motorcycle trips. He was a hardworking, funny, and outgoing man who was a loyal friend and a dedicated family man, strong father, and “Papaw” to his grandchildren.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his grandson, Devin Robbins, and 10 brothers and sisters.

Bud will be deeply missed by his surviving wife of 63 years, Carol J. (Craft) Blankenship; children, Mark Blankenship, Glenn (Deborah) Blankenship, and Sandy (Roger) Lane; brother, Renie Blankenship, Jr.; grandchildren, Sarah Blankenship, Sam Robbins, and Jack (fiancé Madi) Blankenship; and a multitude of extended family and friends.

Funeral service will be at 12:00 Noon on Saturday, August 19 at Mihovk-Rosenacker Funeral Home, 10211 Plainfield Rd, Cincinnati, OH. A graveside service will begin at 1 pm on Monday, August 21 at Rest Haven Memorial Park in Evendale.

*2023, Wellston, Jackson Co., OH, Obituary

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

Marilyn Sue Blankenship, age 84, of Wellston, passed away Monday, August 14, 2023, at the Holzer Medical Center in Jackson. She was born February 22, 1939 in Wellston, Ohio to the late Ralph C. Downard and Rhea Laverne Hill Downard.

Sue was a 1957 graduate of Wellston High School. She was an employee for 44 years of the former Frick-Gallagher Manufacturing Co. in Wellston, where she worked in the payroll department. Sue was an animal lover who enjoyed taking care of everyone's animals. Over the years, she also loved riding in her convertibles and taking Jeep rides.

Besides her parents, Sue was preceded in death by her brother and sister-in-law, Dick and Helen Downard.

Sue is survived by her longtime companion, Russ Mobley; nephews and their wives, Scott and Tami Downard of Wellston, Bruce and Nina Downard of Jackson, and T.C. and Jacquie Downard of Wellston; aunt and uncle, Judy and George Harris of Cuyahoga Falls; along with several great-nieces and great-nephews.

Funeral service will be 1 pm, Friday, August 18th, at the McWilliams Funeral Home in Wellston with Pastor Arthur Robinson officiating. Burial will be in the Mt. Carmel Cemetery.

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+2023, Elizabethton, Carter Co., TN, Obituary

https://obits.johnsoncitypress.com/us/obituaries/johnsoncitypress/name/judy-blankenship-obituary?id=52988467

Published by Johnson City Press on Aug. 30, 2023.

Judy Ann Frazier Blankenship, 75, Elizabethton, passed away Tuesday, August 29, 2023 at her residence. She was a daughter of the late John Frazier, Jr. & Greta Smith Frazier.

Judy was proud to be from Stoney Creek and honored to be a Unaka Ranger alumni. She took great pride in being a nurse. Judy practiced at Carter County Memorial Hospital and finished her career at Veteran's Administration Mountain Home. Judy was a part of the First Church of God in Elizabethton.

In Judy's own words, "I do love books. I, in my old age, enjoy reading. I, suppose right now in my life it is what I enjoy most of all, beside my family. They are my most wonderful blessing." She encouraged all who met her to read. "The more you read the more things you know."

Judy was preceded in death by her husband of 48 years: Larry Blankenship who passed away September 17, 2017 and two brothers: Michael and Johnny Frazier.

Survivors include her daughter: Tina Parlier; her son & daughter-in-law: Johnny & Jovonna Blankenship; three grandchildren: Nikki Collins & Husband Bryant, Samuel Parlier and wife Brooke and Sawyer Parlier; and four great Grandchildren: Brylee, Hadley, Caylen and Hazel.

It was her wish to be cremated and no services are planned. Memorial Funeral Chapel.

+2023, Humboldt, Gibson Co., TN, Obituary

https://www.sheltonfuneralhomes.com/obituary/charles-gary-blankenship

Charles "Gary" Blankenship Sr. of Humboldt, TN, passed away surrounded by those he loves on Tuesday August 15, 2023 in Chattanooga, TN. He was born on Aug 12, 1950 to Charles and Aretha Blankenship in Humboldt, TN.

Gary was drafted in the US Army and served in East Germany until his Honorable Discharge after which he returned to Humboldt to obtain his College Degree in Electrical Engineering. Gary then founded and built Central Office Systems from the Garage of his home to the large business it became for over 30 years.

Gary will always be remembered for his fun loving nature and his laughter and joy that he brought to everyone's lives he met. He enjoyed playing his Bass Guitar and had the privilege of being a part of and forming many Bands throughout his life and enjoyed the company of many fellow musicians and their music.

Gary is preceded in Death by his parents, Aretha and Charles Blankenship; and his son, Steven Powell; and a brother, Ronnie Blankenship.

Gary was blessed with two sons, Gary Blankenship II and Steven Powell, whom he worked his whole life to better their lives. He never let his children go without and provided every opportunity to them. His love of family was always evident to those around him.

He is survived by his Son Gary Blankenship II; his granddaughters, Juliette "Baby Girl" Blankenship and Alexis Powell; a grandson, Aiden Powell; a nephew, John Blankenship; and many other cousins and friends.

Funeral services will be held at 2 pm on Saturday, August 19, 2023 in the Shelton-Hunt Funeral Home Chapel with burial to follow in Rose Hill Cemetery with Military Honors.

+2023, McMinnville, Warren Co., TN, Obituary

https://www.woodburyfuneralhome.net/obituary/Carl-BlankenshipJr

Carl Dwight Blankenship, Jr., 43 of McMinnville passed away Monday, August 28, 2023 at St. Thomas Rutherford [Murfreesboro, Rutherford Co., TN]. He was born in Dekalb Co., TN.

Jr. enjoyed working on vehicles, fishing and watching sports especially the Tennessee Titans.

He was preceded in death by his father, Carl Blankenship.

He is survived by his mother, Judy Prater Blankenship (Bobby Irwin) of McMinnville; aunt, Carolyn (Jimmy) Blanton of Woodbury and uncle, Myron Prater of McMinnville. Several cousins also survive.

Graveside services will be 1:30 pm, Friday, September 1, 2023 at Centerhill cemetery with Bro. Greg Mitchell officiating. Woodbury Funeral Home.

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+2023, Vidor, Orange Co., TX, Obituary

https://www.memorialofvidor.com/obituaries/Norma-Lee-Blankenship?obId=28616047

Norma Lee Holbrook Blankenship left this world and has gone to spend eternity with her Creator, Jesus Christ. Norma was born November 12, 1950 in San Marcos, Texas to Norman Lee Holbrook and Mary Helen Abernathy Holbrook. She passed on August 3, 2023,

Her hometown was in Nederland, Texas, but made her home in Vidor, Texas in 1979. Norma was a retired secretary from the Texas Department of Human Services after 30 and one half years of service. She enjoyed playing dominoes and cards, reading, (out loud), coloring pictures with markers, attempting crosswords and word searches, eating Mexican food, being with family and friend, and loved reading her Bible and devotionals daily, knowing Jesus Christ her Savior and learning more about Him everyday. She was a member of Pine Forest Baptist Church in Vidor, Texas and also attended Pecan Acres Baptist Church, also in Vidor, Texas.

Norma was preceded in death by her mother, father, sons, James C. Blankenship Jr. and Corey Neil Holbrook, brother Edward E. Bustin, twin sister Nancy Lou Holbrook Hammonds, nephew, Frank H. Hammonds, Jr. and three brothers in law, Frank H. Hammonds Sr., Jesse Goodman and Steven Dorn Sr.

Those left to share her memory are her son, James C. Blankenship III of Beaumont, Texas; her daughter, Rachel Marie Moritz McNeil and husband Garrett of Orange, Texas; her sister hazel Flo Holbrook Goodman of Orange, Texas; six grandchildren, Harleigh Holbrook, Ka'Den Chandler, Zoey Maree Blankenship, Aryanna Nicole Guidry, Gwen Lakyn McNeil, Alora McNeil and a great granddaughter, Addalyn Grace McCreary, Braxton Strother, five nieces, five nieces, five nephews, five great nieces, six great nephews, her beloved dog, Aleigh, and long time dear friends, Paula Bouget, Debbie Beasley, Janice Whitmore, and Bonnie Bailey.

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*2023, Clarksville, Mecklenburg Co., VA, Obituary

https://crowderhitecrews.com/entry/789/?gvid=121486

Vera Blankenship Hauser, 03/27/1940 - 08/17/2023

Mrs. Vera Blankenship Hauser, age 83, of Clarksville, died on Thursday August 17, 2023.

She was a long time hostess at Wilson Brothers Barbeque in South Hill.

She is survived by her three daughters: Rhonda Hale of Wilmington, North Carolina, Teresa Warren and her husband Ben of Clinton, South Carolina and Vicky Wilson and her husband Danny of Clarksville; her seven grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.

Services will be private. Crowder-Hite-Crews Funeral Home and Crematory.

+2023, Richmond City, VA, Obituary

https://www.blileys.com/obituaries/Jeanne-Blankenship-Woodburn?obId=28685469

Jeanne Blankenship Woodburn passed peacefully on August 10, 2023 at the age of 93. Born July 26, 1930 in Richmond, Virginia to Madeline Elizabeth Briley.

Jeanne was the loving wife of Carroll Thomas (1926-2004), and the devoted mother of Thomas James (Jane), Robert Carlisle (Barbara), Kenneth Carroll (1961-2021) (Tamala), and Carol Jeanne. Jeanne took great joy in her 7 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 am on Friday, August 18, at St. Bridget Catholic Church, 6006 Three Chopt Road, in Richmond.

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

https://www.hurstscottfuneralhomes.com/obituaries/Glendene-Blankenship/#!/Obituary

Glendene Charles Blankenship, age 79, of Rosedale, VA, passed away on Tuesday, August 15, 2023. She was born on September 24, 1943 in Blackberry City, WV and was the daughter of the late Arthur and Ruth Justus Charles.

Glendene was a class of 1963 graduate of Matewan High School. She worked as an insurance agent and later became the owner of Vandruff Insurance in Westminster, CA. She was a member of the Community Heights Church.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sisters, Lucille Jeanette Kennedy and Sylvia McFirrin.

Glendene is survived by: Her Sister, Josephine Charles DeSerio and husband, George of Cedar Bluff, VA, Brothers: Harold Charles of Claypool Hill, VA, Larry Charles and wife, Robin of Logan, WV, Ronnie Charles and wife, Judy of Claypool Hill, VA. Also surviving are several nieces, nephews and a host of family and friends.

Funeral services will be conducted at 2:00 pm on Saturday, August 19, 2023 at the Hurst-Scott Funeral Chapel in Richlands, VA with the Rev. Bill Keele officiating. Interment will follow at Greenhills Memory Gardens in Claypool Hill; VA. Relatives and friends will serve as pallbearers.

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

https://memorials.honakerfuneralhome.net/brady-blankenship/5253202/

Mr. Brady Blankenship, age 81, of Rosedale, Virginia, passed away Peacefully to his Heavenly home on Sunday, August 13, 2023. Born February 15, 1942 in Page, Virginia, he was a son of the late Richard and Catherine Hess Blankenship.

He was a coal miner for twenty-five years and was a member of the Church of the Living God of Honaker, Virginia. He enjoyed singing in church, loved to talk, and never met a stranger.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his first wife, Gaynelle Hubbard; his second wife, Sylvia Jean (June) Ratliff Blankenship; one infant son, Eddie Ray Blankenship; three step-grandchildren, Gregory Dye, Andy Dye, and Kevin Dye; five sisters, Gladys Blankenship, Gertrude Blankenship, Betty Blankenship, Goldie Hicks, and Dollie Hale; nine brothers, Estil, Robert, Luther, Ben, Floyd, Bill, Linkous, and James Blankenship. He was the last surviving member of his immediate family.

Survivors include his wife of fifteen years, Sharon Blankenship; one daughter, Michelle Reynolds and husband, Rondo of Honaker; two step-daughters, Goldie Brown and husband, Mark, and Shelia Dye and husband, Cecil all of Swords Creek; grandchildren, Katlin Reynolds and Brianna Reynolds of Honaker; two step-grandchildren, Joe Dye and Michael Dye; two special little dogs, Rosie Leigh and Bat Bat; several nieces and nephews also survive.

Graveside services will be conducted at 2:00 pm Thursday in the Pepper Patch Cemetery at Rosedale, Virginia with Rev. Darrell Reynolds officiating. Interment will follow. Pallbearers will be Michael Reynolds, Randall Reynolds, Andrew Murray, Allan Murray, Robbie Reynolds, and Gerald Reynolds. Honorary pallbearers will be James Lester, Eddie Brown, Roy Reynolds, Michael Murray, Edward Peck, and Adam Reynolds.

+2023, Rural Retreat, Wythe Co., VA, Obituary

https://www.highcountryservice.com/obituaries/Wendy-Lee-Blankenship-Catron?obId=28753070

Mrs. Wendy Lee Catron, 49 of Rural Retreat, VA passed away at Roanoke Memorial Hospital on August 16, 2023. She was born on October 20, 1973 to the late Lonnie Rogers and Lillie Blankenship.

Wendy loved cooking, helping others, but most importantly she loved her grandkids. She always said that they were her reason to live. She will be remembered by many with her acts of kindness. She would often gather comfort items and deliver them to local nursing facilities around Christmas time. She loved to bring a smile to people’s faces.

Wendy is survived by one daughter, Aleena Bedsaul and husband Austin of Galax, VA, two grandchildren: Carter Bedsaul and Mahalee Bedsaul, and her boyfriend, James Gordan. Other loved aunts, uncles, and cousins also survive.

Wendy’s wishes were to not have a service. High Country Services.

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+2023, Olympia, Thurston Co., WA, Obituary

https://www.americanmemorial.org/obituary/sylvia-blankenship

Sylvia Ragsdale Blankenship was born on November 14, 1933. She passed away on August 4, 2023, in Olympia, Washington, at the age of 89.

Sylvia worked as an office administrator. She leaves behind her daughter, Lecia Avey, and other family and friends.

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+2023, Wayne, WV, Obituary

https://www.morrisfuneralhome.com/obituaries/Iris-Linette-Blankenship?obId=28642358

Iris Linette Blankenship, 64 of Wayne, WV, died Saturday, August 5, 2023 at her residence. She was born July 29, 1959 in (), a daughter of the late David Ross and Bertha Lena Fry.

Iris was a cook for the former White House Diner and Family Restaurant.

Her son, Alex Douglas Blankenship also preceded her in death.

Survivors include her daughter, Mona Rene Blankenship of Wayne, WV; five siblings and three grandchildren.

Graveside services will be conducted 1:00 pm, Wednesday, August 9, 2023 at Blankenship Cemetery on Cherry Branch Road. Morris Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

+2023, Oceana, Wyoming Co., WV, Obituary

https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/beckley-wv/teddy-blankenship-11416377

Mr. Teddy Junior Blankenship, December 18, 1948 – August 20, 2023

In the care of Blue Ridge Funeral Home & Memorial Gardens

Mr. Teddy Junior Blankenship, age 74, of Oceana, West Virginia passed away on Sunday, August 20, 2023.