2018-2019, KY, Compiled by James W. Blankenship jkblank1(at)sbcglobal.net

Allen

+2019, Adolphus, Allen Co., KY, Obituary

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Marie (Armour) Blankenship, [June 1, 1937 ~ August 21, 2019] 82, of Adolphus, KY passed away Wednesday, August 21, 2019 at the Medical Center at Bowling Green. She was a daughter of the late Raymond Armour and Evelyn Elizabeth "Sweetheart" Pardue Armour Fisher.

The Scottsville, KY native was a homemaker; loving mother, grandmother and great grandmother; former employee of Washington Overall Manufacturing and A. O. Smith; co-owner of Blankenship and Sons Pest Control; employee of Guarantee Pest Control and member of Union Chapel United Methodist Church for 55 years.

She was preceded in death by 2 sisters: Margie Jones and Alice Lones.

She is survived by her husband of 66 years: Jenner Lee Blankenship, Adolphus, KY; 5 sons: Terry Blankenship and wife, Rhonda; Jimmy Blankenship and wife, Terry Elaine, all of Adolphus, KY; Michael Blankenship and wife, Linda; Barry Blankenship and wife, Lee Ann and Chris Blankenship and wife, Ruthane, all of Scottsville, KY; 1 daughter: Beverly Calvert and husband, Alan, Adolphus, KY; 12 grandchildren: Matt Blankenship (Christie), David Blankenship (Christy), Beth Thompson (Matt), Nikki Towe (David), Seth Blankenship (Meredith), Jimmy Darren Blankenship, Olivia Blankenship, Amy Jewell (Matt), Bradley Blankenship, Isaac Stuart (Lindsey), Sarah Constant (Jordan) and Colby Calvert (Savanah);17 great grandchildren and Several nieces and nephews.

Funeral service will be 1:00 p.m. Saturday at Goad Funeral Home with Bro. Maxie McGuffey and Bro. Chuck Pruitt officiating and burial in Mt. Union Cemetery.

+2019, Adolphus, Allen Co., KY, Obituary

Daily News (Bowling Green, KY) - August 23, 2019

Marie Blankenship, 82, of Adolphus, KY passed away Wednesday, August 21, 2019 at the Medical Center at Bowling Green, [Warren Co., KY]. She was a daughter of the late Raymond Armour and Evelyn Elizabeth "Sweetheart" Pardue Armour Fisher.

The Scottsville, KY native was a homemaker; loving mother, grandmother and great grandmother; former employee of Washington Overall Manufacturing and A. O. Smith; co-owner of Blankenship and Sons Pest Control; employee of Guarantee Pest Control and member of Union Chapel United Methodist Church for 55 years.

She was preceded in death by 2 sisters: Margie Jones and Alice Lones.

She is survived by her husband of 66 years: Jenner Lee Blankenship, Adolphus, KY; 5 sons: Terry Blankenship and wife, Rhonda; Jimmy Blankenship and wife, Terry Elaine, all of Adolphus, KY; Michael Blankenship and wife, Linda; Barry Blankenship and wife, Lee Ann and Chris Blankenship and wife, Ruthane, all of Scottsville, KY; 1 daughter: Beverly Calvert and husband, Alan, Adolphus, KY; 12 grandchildren: Matt Blankenship (Christie), David Blankenship (Christy), Beth Thompson (Matt), Nikki Towe (David), Seth Blankenship (Meredith), Jimmy Darren Blankenship , Olivia Blankenship , Amy Jewell (Matt), Bradley Blankenship , Isaac Stuart (Lindsey), Sarah Constant (Jordan) and Colby Calvert (Savanah); 17 great grandchildren and Several nieces and nephews.

Funeral service will be 1:00 pm, Saturday at Goad Funeral Home with Bro. Maxie McGuffey and Bro. Chuck Pruitt officiating and burial in Mt. Union Cemetery.

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+2018, Scottsville, Allen Co., KY, Death

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Thelma Jo Blankenship Wolfe, October 26, 1935 - June 8, 2018, Scottsville, Kentucky

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+2018, Scottsville, Allen Co., KY, Obituary

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Thelma Jo (Blankenship) Wolfe, 82, of Scottsville, KY passed away Friday, June 8, 2018 at Franklin-Simpson Nursing & Rehab in Franklin, [Simpson Co.,] KY.

The Scottsville, KY native was a homemaker and daughter of the late James Warner Blankenship and Una V. O'Neal Blankenship and wife of the late Fletcher Cordel Wolfe.

She was preceded in death by a daughter: Deniace Horne; 1 step daughter: Fonda Hewitt; 1 brother: R. H. "Buck" Blankenship and 1 sister: Alma Christine Cook.

She is survived by 1 grandson: Chad Horne and fiancé, Angela Meeks, Scottsville, KY;1 son-in-law: Roger Horne, Scottsville, KY;1 granddaughter: Cheyenne Horne, Scottsville, KY; 2 sisters-in-law: Betty Blankenship and Betty Wolfe, both of Scottsville, KY; Several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Funeral arrangements are incomplete but will be under the direction of Goad Funeral Home.

+2018, Scottsville, Allen Co., KY Death

Daily News (Bowling Green, KY) - June 13, 2018

Mary Blankenship, 90, died in Cal Turner Rehab & Specialty Care, June 12, 2018.

Goad Funeral Home, Scottsville

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

+2018, Scottsville, Allen Co., KY Obituary

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Mary (Crowder) Blankenship - April 3, 1928 ~ June 12, 2018 (age 90)

Mary Blankenship, 90, of Scottsville, KY passed away Tuesday, June 12, 2018 at Cal Turner Rehab & Specialty Care.

The Lafayette, TN native was a homemaker, retired employee of Scotscraft and member of Long Creek Missionary Baptist Church. She was the daughter of the late Irvin Franklin Crowder and Lonia Blanche Bandy Crowder and wife of the late Garnet Ray Blankenship, Jr.

She was preceded in death by 2 sons: Larry Blankenship and Tony Blankenship.

She is survived by 1 daughter: Brenda Willoughby and husband, Kimble, Scottsville, KY; 5 grandchildren: Kelli Williams and husband, Rob; Kim Burchette and husband, David; Tracy Blankenship; Tim Willoughby and wife, Nicki; Ben Blankenship and wife, Sharleda; 8 great grandchildren and 2 great great grandchildren.

Funeral service will be 2:00 p.m. Friday at Goad Funeral Home with Bro. Danny Patrick officiating and burial in Mt. Pleasant Cemetery.

+2018, Scottsville, Allen Co., KY, Obituary

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Helous Ray Blankenship, August 31, 1964 - December 31, 2018, Scottsville, Kentucky

There will be no visitation or funeral service

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+2018, Scottsville, Allen Co., KY, Obituary

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Helous Ray Blankenship, Jr., August 31, 1964 ~ December 31, 2018 (age 54)

Helous Ray Blankenship, Jr., 54, of Scottsville, KY passed away Monday, December 31, 2018 at the Medical Center at Scottsville. The Indianapolis, IN native was a carpenter and painter. He was a son of Helous Ray Blankenship, Sr. and Phillis Jane Jones Blankenship of Scottsville, KY, who survive.

There will be no visitation or funeral service. Cremation was chosen.

Macon, Co., TN, Marriage: https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:VNDV-W9M

Helons Ray (Unknown) Blankenship - Phillips Jayne Blankenship - 25 Oct 1986

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Helous R. Blankenship, 27 - Tammy J. Hanner, 21 - 02May1992

Helous R. Blankenship – b.08Jun1943 - Scottsville, KY: https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:KTCN-X2Y

Relatives - Phillis J. Blankenship, Roy Blankenship, S. Blankenship, Schevonna A. Featherston.

+2019, Scottsville, Allen Co., KY, Obituary

Macon County Times (Lafayette, TN) - October 17, 2019

Celmer Arlene Saddler Marsh, 94, of Scottsville, Kentucky, passed away on Oct. 11, at Cal Turner Rehab and Specialty Care in Scottsville. She was born on Oct. 19, 1924, in Allen County, Kentucky, to the late Willis Saddler and Sarah Elizabeth "Lizzie" Cherry Saddler.

She married Wilburn "Bill" Washington Marsh on Dec. 13, 1941, in Macon County. She was a retired seamstress from Washington Overall Factory and a member of Highland General Baptist Church.

In addition to her husband and parents, she is preceded in death by: one son-in-law, James (J.B.) McClard; two brothers, Clarence Sadler, Elmer Sadler; and one sister; Velmer Blankenship.

She is survived by: one son, Jerry R. Marsh (Katherine) of Scottsville, Kentucky; two daughters; Clara McClard of Scottsville, and Virginia Spearman of Scottsville. Five grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren and eight great-great-grandchildren also survive.

Funeral services were held on Oct. 13 at Harwood and Strode Funeral Home in Scottsville, with burial to follow in the Highland General Baptist Church cemetery in Allen County.

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Ballard

+2019, Barlow, Ballard Co., KY, Obituary

https://www.morrowfuneralchapel.com/notices/James-Blankenship

James Harold Blankenship, April 4, 1950 ~ September 12, 2019.

Jimmy Blankenship, age 69, Barlow, KY, passed away at his home at 7:35 a.m. Thursday September 12, 2019.

He attended First General Baptist Church in Barlow and was a member of the Moose Club in Florida.

He was preceded in death by his first wife; Rita Ann Blankenship, one sister Della Johnson, one brother Rickey Joe Blankenship and his parents; Harold and Dorothy Blankenship.

Jimmy is survived by his wife Rosalinda Pabinal Blankenship of Tampa, Florida, one son David Harold Blankenship of Florida, three daughters; Amber Lee Blankenship of Barlow, Angela Mae Blankenship of Sebring, Florida, and Ashley Blankenship of North Carolina. One brother Leslie Wayne Blankenship of Barlow, three sisters Freida Johnston of Barlow, Sharon Wilson of Barlow, and Helen Blankenship of Wickliffe. Fifteen grandchildren and twelve great grandchildren.

Funeral Services are scheduled for 2:00 pm, Saturday, September 14, 2019, at Morrow Funeral Chapel in LaCenter with the Rev. Frankie Goode officiating. Interment will follow at Barlow Cemetery.

Barren

+2018, Glasgow, Barren Co., KY, Obituary

Glasgow Daily Times (KY) - January 24, 2018

Nathan A. Piper, 54 [1963], of Glasgow, died Monday, Jan. 22, 2018 at Vanderbilt University Hospital in Nashville. The Barren County native is the son of Betty Piper Blankenship of Glasgow who survives.

Nathan was an employee of Dart Container and Akebono and was a member of Rolling Hills United Baptist Church. He was an avid sportsman, golfer and New England Patriots fan.

He was preceded in death by a brother, Bryan Scott Piper.

In addition to his mother, he is survived by a daughter, Sarah Piper (Tristan Froedge), of Glasgow; a son, Hunter Piper-Murray (Alice), of Hart County; girlfriend, Jennifer Logsdon and her daughter, Whitney Logsdon; a brother, Jared Blankenship (Tina), of Glasgow; stepfather, Charles Blankenship, of Monticello; a stepdaughter, Brittany Wilson, of Glasgow; step sister, Debbie Browning (Matt), of Louisville; step brother, Chuck Blankenship (Sarah), of Glasgow; an uncle, Gilbert Piper (Alice), of Glasgow; and several nieces and nephews including: Andy, Jordan and Mattea Piper, Abigail and Isaiah Blankenship, Lindsay Blankenship , Emily Banks and Darrell Woodcock.

Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 25 at A.F. Crow & Son Funeral Home with burial in Hiseville Cemetery.

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Betty A. Blankenship – b.28Jan1948 – Glasgow, KY: https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:K5VK-NY4

Relatives - Charles G. Blankenship Iii, Jared Lee Blankenship.

Charlie G. Blankenship, 74 (1906), d.04Apr1980, Barren Co., KY,

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2018, Glasgow, Barren Co., KY, Obituary

Glasgow Daily Times (KY) - June 15, 2018

Janet Ann "Busha" Woodcock, 77, of Glasgow died Thursday, June 14, 2018 at her residence. Born in Chicago, Illinois, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Wilma Feezle Jaskula and wife of the late Bryant Andrew Woodcock Sr. Mrs. Woodcock was a member of St. Helen Catholic Church.

In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by several brothers and sisters and a special nephew, Tim Crook.

Survivors include a daughter, Jeanine Scott (Chris), of Glasgow; three sons, Bryant Andrew Woodcock Jr., of Glasgow, Darrell Woodcock Sr., of Bowling Green, and Terry Woodcock (Lora), of Glasgow; five grandchildren, Christina Scott, Crystal Scott, Darrell Woodcock Jr, Emily Woodcock and Lindsay Blankenship ; seven great-grandchildren, Olivia, Adeline, Shelby, Mason, Tate, Kialy and Samuel; special nieces and nephews, Evelyn Christiansen (Barney), Ginger Gonzalez, James Crook, Johnny Crook and Tom Crook.

Mrs. Woodcock chose cremation and no services are scheduled at this time. A.F. Crow & Son Funeral Home.

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2018, Glasgow, Barren Co., KY, Obituary

Glasgow Daily Times (KY) - October 29, 2018

Sharon K. Jolly Whitlow, 73, of Glasgow, died peacefully Friday, Oct. 26, 2018 at NHC Healthcare in Glasgow. She was born July 11, 1945 to the late Preston Ray and Lucille Harvey Jolly.

Sharon graduated from Glasgow High School in 1963 and was a former employee of Barren River State Resort Park and more recently Pan-Oston.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Tom Whitlow; mother-in-law, Helen Whitlow; and her daughter-in-law, Jerri Bewley.

She is survived by a daughter, Micki Lindsey (Dewayne), of Hardyville; son, Todd Bewley (Leslie), of Glasgow; stepson, Brian Thomas Whitlow (Ellen), of Grandby, Connecticut; granddaughters, Kodi Kado (Dustin), Brittni Karnes (Tyler), Erica Bewley (Matt), Holly Bewley, Mattye Lindsey, Chelsea Cooper, McKenzie Cooper and Bailey Blankenship; step-grandchildren, Amelia and Vivian Whitlow; great-grandchildren, Aidan, Paisley, Jackson, Hadley, Tinzlea, Colton and Corbin; her brother, Bobby Jolly (Peggy), of Crestwood, Kentucky; two nephews, Andra and Chris Jolly; and her father-in-law, Doug Whitlow; and sister-in-law, Diane Elaine Houk (Gary), of Glasgow.

Graveside services will be 2 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 30, at Glasgow Municipal Cemetery. A. F. Crow & Son Funeral Home.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

2018, Glasgow, Barren Co., KY, Obituary

Glasgow Daily Times (KY) - January 8, 2019

Cassie R. Blankenship, 32, of Glasgow, passed away Saturday, Jan. 5, 2019 after an auto accident in Glasgow. She was born in Glasgow, April 18, 1986, the daughter of Jimmy and Jackie Hammer Whitlow, of Glasgow, who survive.

Cassie was a phlebotomist for Lab Corp.

In addition to her parents, she is survived by grandparents, Richard and JoAnn Ferguson, of Tompkinsville; five sisters, Barbara Blankenship and Jodie Cannon (Shane), of Glasgow, Raven Kelling (Dustin), of Hardyville, Angela Whitlow and Tiffany Whitlow, of Glasgow; three brothers, Jimmy L. Whitlow (Maegan), of Glasgow, Ernie Byrd (Jessica) and Brandon Whitlow (Laura), of Cave City; and many uncles, aunts, nieces and nephews. Also surviving is her boyfriend, Joseph Ramey, of Glasgow.

Funeral services will be 1 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 12 at A. F. Crow & Son Funeral Home with burial in Glasgow Municipal Cemetery.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

2019, Glasgow, Barren Co., KY, Obituary

Glasgow Daily Times (KY) - February 26, 2019

Chester Cordell Blakley, 88, of Glasgow, died Sunday, Feb. 24, 2019. A native of Cumberland County, he was born March 31, 1930 a son of the late James William Blakley and Ellen Daniels Blakley.

He was a retired construction worker.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one son, Henry Dale England; a son-in-law, David Harvey; three brothers: his twin brother, Odell Blakley, Willie Blakley and J. B. Blakley; two sisters: Reba Smith and Ina Ruth England.

Survivors include his wife Charlotte; four children: Sandy Harvey of Glasgow, Tammy White (Tommy) of Columbia, William David Blakley (Olivia Wright) and Crystal Hinton (Jimmy) of Glasgow; five grandchildren: Katy, Adam, Cody, Logan, and Carly; five brothers: Arnold Blakley of Glasgow, Cecil Blakley of Illinois, James Blakley and Raymond Blakley of Edmonton, and Charles Perry Blakley of Austin; two sisters: Fairy Devore and Bertha Blankenship of Glasgow; several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held 2 pm, Wednesday at Hatcher & Saddler Funeral Home with burial in Happy Valley Memorial Gardens.

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Bertha D. Blakley – b.1944 – Barren Co., KY – Mother; Ella Daniels

Bell

2018, Pineville, Bell Co., KY, Obituary

The Middlesboro Daily News, (KY) - February 9, 2018

Cecilia Darlene Layne, 54, of Pineville, passed away on Wednesday, February 7 at the Pineville Community Hospital. She was born in Pineville on January 14, 1964, a daughter of the late Wayne and Dorothy Taylor Howard.

She was a member of the Old Ferndale Missionary Baptist Church and had been a homemaker.

Survivors include her husband, Dewey Layne; son and daughter-in-law, Johnathan and Samantha Layne; grandchildren, Taylor, Kaylan and Baylee Layne; brother, Tommy Howard; sister, Billie Blankenship and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Services will be at 2:00 PM Saturday at Arnett & Steele Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Paul Wayne Goodin. Music will be by the Ebenezer Adult and Youth Choirs. Burial will be in Mills Cemetery at Tinsley with Scott Howard, Derek Helton, Jason Taylor, Billy Mason, Jamie Smith and James Fuson serving as pallbearers.

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Boone

2019, Florence, Boone Co., KY, Obituary

NKyTribune.com (KY) - July 16, 2019

James Keith Harrison passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, July 16, 2019 at the age of 31.

James loved his family unconditionally; had a remarkable sense of humor and he was a free spirit.

He is predeceased by his grandparents and his wife Cheyenne. He leaves behind his loving parents Bill and Patty Vasili, children Sara, Emily, Xena, Jacob and Michael, sisters Rochelle Harrison and Sierra Stratman, brothers Ronald Karr, Michael Karr, grandma Deanna Bigham, nieces Serenity, Neidig, nephews Chevy, Kane, Chayton, James Jr, Uncle Pete Vasili and Aunt Athina Xiro, Aunt Sandy (Uncle Ray) Blankenship many other extended family members and friends.

A Celebration of Life will be Thursday, July 25, 2019, at 12:00 pm, at Christ's Chapel Church, 3819 Turfway Road, Florence, KY, Burial Date: July 25, 2019. For Immediate Family Only:

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Bourbon

2018, Paris, Bourbon Co., KY, Obituary

The Daily Independent, (Ashland, KY) - November 17, 2018

Zelma Helen Barker Rice, 84, passed away on Fri., Nov. 16, 2018 in Paris, KY. She was born on Aug.13, 1934 in Elliott County, KY.

She was a benefits coordinator for Armco Steel Corporation and a Homemaker. She loved bowling and was in a League for 60 years and was in the Kentucky Bowling Hall of Fame. Zelma was also an avid golfer at Sandy Creek.She was formerly a member of South Ashland United Methodist Church and was currently a member at Paris First Christian Disciples of Christ. She also enjoyed playing bridge with her friends and was a long term President of Poage PTA.

She was preceded in death by her Father Harvey Barker and her mother Mary Henson Barker Rice, and a brother Curtis Barker.

She is survived by her son Greg Rice (Robb Traylor) of Kansas City, Mo.; a daughter Jami Rice Dailey (Shane) of Paris, Ky.; a sister Velma Gordon of Ohio; a sister-in-law, Ann Barker of Ohio; and grandchildren Tate Sullivan, Blake Dailey, Alyssa Blankenship and Alexa Dailey.

Funeral services will be held on Tues., Nov. 20, 2018 at Steen Funeral Home-13th Street Chapel at 1 p.m. and will be officiated by Reverend Jeff Bell. Burial will follow in Rose Hill Burial Park.

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Boyd

+2018, Ashland, Boyd Co., KY, Obituary

The Daily Independent, (Ashland, KY) - February 21, 2018

David Bland, 72, of Ashland, passed away Feb. 20, 2018, in Crystal Care of Coal Grove, [Lawrence Co., OH]. Mr. Bland was born Feb. 21, 1945, in Flatwoods, to the late Oscar and Virgie Bland.

David was a proud veteran of the U.S. Air Force. He enjoyed rooting for University of Kentucky Basketball team and in his younger years was an avid baseball card and model car collector.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one, son Anthony Bland; one brother, Jimmy Bland; and one brother-in-law, James Blankenship.

He is survived by two daughters, Rhiannon (Chuck) Keller and Sherri (Sean) White; one son, Michael Bland; grandchildren, Nicholas Mineer, Skylar Lyons, Leah Keller, Haylee Keller, Derrick White and Sean White; one brother, Billy (Patricia) Bland; and Barbara Blankenship.

Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Friday, Feb. 23, 2018, at Carman Funeral Home in Flatwoods. Burial will be at a later date.

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Wyoming Co., WV, Marriage;

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James E. Blankenship, 18 - Barbara Jean Bland, 17 – 07Jul1959

S/o James & Madge Blankenship, b. Pineville, WV.

D/o Oscar & Vergie Blane, b. KY

+2018, Ashland, Boyd Co., KY, Obituary

The Daily Independent, (Ashland, KY) - April 7, 2018

Harold M. Barney, 86, of Ashland, died Friday, April 6, 2018, in King's Daughters Medical Center in Ashland. He was born Nov. 4, 1931, in Ashland, a son of the late Harold T. and Brizia Frazier Barney.

Harold retired from AK Steel and was a member of Ashland Elks Lodge B.P.O.E.350 and American Legion Clarence Post 76.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, Anthony Barney.

Harold is survived by his wife, Rose Iacovelli Barney; two stepchildren and their spouses, Richard and Rhonda Lowe of Ashland and Connie and Mike Piatt of Lexington; a brother and his wife, Jerry and Helen Barney of Bellefonte; three sisters, Betty Blankenship of Russell, Clara Shephard of Ashland and Mary Faye (Paul) Newsome of Ashland; and several, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Monday, April 9, 2018, at Ashland Cemetery Mausoleum Chapel by Chaplain Willard Nolan.

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2018, Ashland, Boyd Co., KY, Obituary

The Herald-Dispatch, (Huntington, WV) - November 4, 2018

Rodney Clay Chaffin, 49, of Ashland, KY, passed away Monday, October 29, 2018. He was born June 19, 1969, in Huntington, a son of the late John and Doris White Ward.

Funeral services will be conducted at 3 p.m. Tuesday, November 6, 2018, at the Wallace Funeral Home & Chapel, Barboursville.

In addition to his parents, he is also preceded in death by two sisters, Phyllis France and Jackie Adkins.

He is survived by one daughter, Brittany Ann Abadie (Tyler Matthew) of Metairie, La.; five sisters, Patty Chaffin of Barboursville, Ella Roe of Huntington, Delores Smith of Barboursville, Shanna Blankenship of Huntington and Misty Chaffin McCoy of Ripley, W.Va.; one brother, Brian Chaffin; and special friend and "brother," Adam Honaker.

Wallace Funeral Home, Barboursville.

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2018, Ashland, Boyd Co., KY, Obituary

The Daily Independent, (Ashland, KY) - January 17, 2019

Samantha "Sammie" Jo Sorrell, 31, of Ashland, passed away Tuesday, January 15, 2019. She was born June 20, 1987, in Ashland, KY, a daughter of Cheryl Hall Blankenship of Ashland and the late Ronald D. Sorrell.

Sammie was a 2005 graduate of Boyd County High School. She graduated from Lindsey Wilson College with a Bachelor's in Arts and a Master's in Education. She was an active member of Life Song Church, where she participated in the Women's Bible Study, Food Pantry and traveled to Ecuador on a mission trip. Sammie was currently working for Kentucky Process Service. She volunteered at the V.A. Hospital in Huntington, WV, and will long be remembered for her kind, gentle spirit and willingness to help anyone in need.

Those left to cherish her memory include her mother and step father, Cheryl Blankenship and Randy of Ashland; step mother, Barbara Sorrell of Ashland; sister, Sara (James) Rollins of Flatwoods; step sisters, Kaci Giberson, Amanda (James) Fryer, Heather Crain and Beth (Robert) Miller; Nephews, Noah, Cody and Jacob; nieces, Kali and Hannah; and a host of loving extended family members and dear friends.

A celebration of Sammie's life will be held 10 am, Friday, January 18, 2019, at Steen Funeral Home 13th Street Chapel with words of comfort provided by Pastor Keith Menshouse. Burial will follow in Rose Hill Burial Park.

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2019, Ashland, Boyd Co., KY, Obituary

The Daily Independent, (Ashland, KY) - March 25, 2019

John Wesley Walker, 96, of Ashland, KY, passed away on March 24, 2019 at Kingsbrook Lifecare Center. He was born on October 25, 1922 in Collinsdale, WV, to the late Raymond F. and Cecil M. Vandall Walker.

John retired from Armco Steel and was a WW II Army Veteran serving in the South Pacific for 28 months. He was an active member of Central Baptist Church where he was former treasurer and deacon. He proudly attended the first Boy Scout Jamboree in Washington, DC in 1937.

In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by a sister Betty Schoolcraft; an infant brother Billy Ray; brothers James and Thomas Walker; and a great granddaughter Megan Johnson.

He is survived by his wife Dorothy Lowe Walker of Ashland; daughters Beverly Johnson (Tom) of Sumter, SC and Pamela Poskitt (Tom) of Ashland, KY; and grandchildren Jennifer Franklin, Jane Blankenship (Bob), Laura Franklin, Wesley Thompson (Melanie), Christopher Johnson; great grandchildren Brandon Franklin (Jodie), Eric Franklin, Rebecca Franklin, Adam Franklin (Sam), Nicholas Blankenship, Andrew Franklin, Maya Blankenship, Madelynn Thompson, Eli Johnson, and Avery Thompson.

Funeral services will be held at 11 am, on Thursday, March 28, at Steen Funeral Home-Central Avenue Chapel and will be officiated by Pastor Joed Rice and Pastor Rob Parsons. Entombment will follow at Rose Hill Burial Park Mausoleum. Military rites will provided by Kenova American Legion Post 93.

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2019, Ashland, Boyd Co., KY, Obituary

The Daily Independent, (Ashland, KY) - May 15, 2019

Geneva E. Pennington, 97, of Ashland, passed from this life at the Hospice Care Center on Monday, May 13, 2019. She was born July 19, 1921, in Morgan County, Ky., a daughter of the late George and Sarah Lykins Collinsworth.

Geneva was a member of the First Church of God in Ashland, where she taught Sunday school for 30 years, and was a member of the Women's Missionary Society and the Mary, Mary, Mary Club.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her loving husband of 72 years, Harry S. "Penny" Pennington; grandson, Steven Pennington; son-in-law, Tom Jones; four brothers; and one sister.

Survivors include a daughter, Darlene Jones of West Union, OH; son, Greg (Regina) Pennington of Chillicothe, OH; seven grandchildren, Rebecca (Jeff) Caron of Monroe, OH, Eric (Diana) Blankenship of Spring, TX, Seth (Jamie) Blankenship of Manchester, OH, Josh Blankenship of Salt Lake City, UT, Tim (Shelby) Blankenship of Jackson, WY, J. J. (Laura) Pennington of Fairborn OH, Casey Pennington of Stafford, VA; ten great grandchildren; and two step great grandchildren.

Funeral services will be at 11 am, Friday, at Steen Funeral Home Central Avenue Chapel, with her son, Rev. Greg Pennington officiating. Entombment will follow in Rose Hill Burial Park Mausoleum.

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2019, Ashland, Boyd Co., KY Obituary

The Daily Independent, (Ashland, KY) - October 8, 2019

Regina Rae McKenzie departed this life to find comfort and rest in her heavenly home on Wednesday, October 2, 2019 after a lengthy battle with cancer. She was born May 4, 1959, in Boyd County, Kentucky.

Regina graduated with honors from Paul Blazer High School in Ashland, Kentucky, The University of Kentucky, and the University of Central Florida. She was an employee with the Brevard County School System for 20 years, with most of her time spent working with special needs students at Jupiter Elementary school in Palm Bay, Florida where she was affectionately known to her students as "Miss Kenzie". She was dedicated to her students and spoke of them lovingly and often. Regina was an avid reader and loving pet owner; you could often find her curled up with a book and her pet dog Ziva on her lap.

She now will be re-united in heaven with her brother, James Daren McKenzie, who preceded her in death.

She is survived by her loving parents, Bonnie and William Craycraft; Daren (Karla) McKenzie; half-sister Megan (Rob) Butler;, and nephew Joey; step sister, Jennifer (Ernest) Blankenship; step brother, William (Catherine) Craycraft, Jr.; Aunt, Nadine, (Don) Cline; cousin Donna (John) Entsminger and their son Alex Entsminger.

A celebration of her life will be held at a later date.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

+2019, Ashland, Boyd Co., KY, Obituary

The Daily Independent, (Ashland, KY) - October 18, 2019

Darrell Gene Perkins, 79, of Ashland, husband of Gloria Jean Keeney Perkins, died Wednesday evening, October 16, at Our Lady of Bellefonte Hospital. He was born June 5, 1940, in Ashland, Kentucky, a son of the late Jack and Della McFarland Perkins.

Darrell was retired from the pipe shop at AK Steel and attended White Oak Chapel.

Surviving, in addition to his loving wife, include a son, Darrell Gene Perkins II, and wife Jing Li "Celia", of Ashland; 3 daughters, Debbie Qualls, and husband George, of Raceland. Patty Hall, and husband Teddy, of Flatwoods, Beverly Fields, and husband Rob, of Ashland; 2 brothers, Jack Perkins of Westwood, Bob Perkins, and wife Shirlee, of Parish, Florida; 2 sisters, Sandra Perkins of Ashland, Alice Perkins Blankenship of Spartanburg, South Carolina; and 6 nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be Monday, October 21, at 11 am, at Preston Family Funeral Home. Burial will be in the Rose Hill Burial Park.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

Boyd Co., KY, Marriage: https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:QKHD-GY1X

Jesse L. Blankenship, 1950 - Alice K. Perkins, 1950 - 06Apr1973

+2018, Catlettsburg, Boyd Co., KY, Obituary

https://www.wvgazettemail.com/obituaries/cassandra-haught-blankenship/article_86c0b92e-0888-5e35-9bc3-4ce3fb8b8581.html

Cassandra Haught Blankenship, 47 [1970] , of Catlettsburg, KY, died Jan. 4, 2018, at home, where she was under hospice care for cancer.

She grew up at Lake Chaweva west of Charleston and graduated from St. Albans High School. She attended Ashland Community College.

She was preceded in death by her adoptive mother, Nancy Haught of Lake Chaweva.

Surviving are her husband, Woodrow; son, Jonathan; brothers, Joel and Jake Haught, both of Lake Chaweva, and Jeb Haught of San Diego, CA; biological mother, Ruth Ann Sloan of Florida; adoptive father, Gazette-Mail Editor Emeritus James. A. Haught.

Her body has been cremated by Tri-State Cremation Society, which presents her obituary on its website and records comments by friends. The family will hold a private ceremony to sprinkle her ashes in hills at Lake Chaweva.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

+2019, Catlettsburg, Boyd Co., KY, Obituary

The Daily Independent, (Ashland, KY) - March 19, 2019

Easter Scarberry, 89, of Catlettsburg, passed away Thursday, March 14, 2019 at Community Hospice Care Center. She was born April 1, 1929 in Boyd County, Ky. to the late Charles W. and Cora Marie Blankenship Hale.

She was preceded in death by her husband Bill Scarberry.

Graveside service at 1 pm, Thursday, March 21, 2019 at Catlettsburg Cemetery. Neal Funeral Home.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

+2019, Catlettsburg, Boyd Co., KY, Obituary

The Daily Independent, (Ashland, KY) - July 22, 2019

Betty Jo Blankenship, 89, of Whites Creek, Catlettsburg, KY, passed away on Sunday, July 21, 2019, at Trinity Station Retirement Community in Flatwoods, [Greenup Co.,] KY. She was born September 25, 1929, in Ashland, KY, to the late Harold T. and Brizia Frazier Barney.

Mrs. Blankenship was a 1947 graduate of Ashland High School and a Business Manager for the Ashland Community and Technical College where she retired in 1989, after 42 years of service.

In addition to her parents, Mrs. Blankenship was preceded in death by her loving husband, Francis R. Blankenship; a brother, Harold M Barney; and a special friend, Allen Collier.

Mrs. Blankenship is survived by one brother, Gerald (Helen) Barney and two sisters, Clara Shepherd and Mary Fay (Paul) Newsome all of Ashland, KY.

A funeral service will be held at 1 pm, Wednesday, July 24, 2019, at Bailey Family Funeral Home in Flatwoods, KY. Burial will follow at Ashland Cemetery in Ashland, KY.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

+2018, Rush, Boyd Co., KY, Obituary

Lexington Herald-Leader (KY) - July 8, 2018

Bee McKenzie, 87, of Rush, KY passed away Tuesday, July 3, 2018 at Three Rivers Medical Center, [Ashland, Boyd Co., KY]. Bee was born December 17, 1930 to the late Hood and Lizzie (Blankenship) McKenzie.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his siblings Jesse McKenzie, Frank McKenzie, Jasper McKenzie, Eli McKenzie, Bill McKenzie, Mary Thompson, Jane McKenzie, Gertrude Collins, and Virgie Horton.

Surviving are many nieces and nephews.

Graveside services will be Monday, July 9, 2018 at 11:00 AM at the Blevins Cemetery. Young Funeral Home has been entrusted with the care of Mr. McKenzie.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

+2019, Summit, Boyd Co., KY, Obituary

The Daily Independent, (Ashland, KY) - May 2, 2019

Doris Ann Kinder, 84, of Summit, passed away Wednesday, May 1, 2019, at her residence. She was born March 21, 1935, in Ashland, KY, a daughter of the late Colonel and Mabel Davis Blankenship.

Doris was a member of Centenary United Methodist Church and was a loving and devoted homemaker.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her loving husband of 60 years, Aubrey V. "Bud" Kinder in 2013; son, Timothy Kinder in 1991; and a sister, Betty Jenkins.

Those left to cherish her memory include two sons, Greg (Tammy) Kinder of Summit, and Chris (Shannon) Kinder of Catlettsburg; daughter, Gwen (Mike) Corwin of Ashland; granddaughters, Sara Corwin, Haley Corwin, Courtney Kinder, and Hadyn Kinder; great grandson, Jaxon Hall; step granddaughter, Amanda Bussey; step grandson, Scott Bussey; and a step great granddaughter, Nyomy Bussey

Funeral services will be held at 1 pm, Saturday, May 4, 2019, at Steen Funeral Home 13th Street Chapel, with Rev. Troy Poff officiating. Entombment will follow in Rose Hill Burial Park Mausoleum.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

Breckinridge

+2018, Hudson, Breckinridge Co., KY, Obituary

http://www.tributes.com/obituary/show/Boyd-Eugene-Blankenship-105998811

Boyd Eugene Blankenship, December 22, 1945 - April 8, 2018, Hudson, Kentucky

Boyd is survived by 2 brothers: Robert Blankenship (Brenda) of Hudson, KY, Dwight Blankenship (Janice) of Cloverport, KY, 2 sisters: Shirley Aubrey (James) of Hudson, KY, Barbara Clemons of Hudson, KY, 1 uncle: Herbert Clark 6 nephews: Jim, Danny, Darrell, Bobby, Kevin and Marion 3 nieces: Brenda, Judy and Lisa.

Funeral services will be held at Trent-Dowell Funeral Home on Wednesday, April 11, 2018 at 1 PM with Rev. Jimmy Tucker officiating. Burial will be in the Constantine United Methodist Church Cemetery.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

Bullitt

2019, Fox Chase, Bullitt Co., KY, Obituary

The Pioneer News, (Shepherdsville, KY) - February 19, 2019

William Michael Higgins Jr., 70, of Fox Chase, returned to his Heavenly Father on Monday, Feb. 18, 2019. He was born on Sept. 18, 1948, in Kearney, NE, to the late William Michael Sr. and Mary Rita (Hardy) Higgins.

He was a retired machinist from Phillip Morris, a member of the North Bullitt Lions Club, former council member for the city of Fox Chase and a volunteer for the Adult Literacy Program. He was also a proud member of the International Association of Machinists. He was very involved in helping his community. He spent his free time coaching Little League and tutoring children. He also helped with the holiday events.

Among those that preceded him in death are his sister, Patricia A. Sweeney.

He is survived by his loving wife of 52 years, Sandra (Craven) Higgins; a son, Paul Michael (Rachel L. Jones) Higgins; daughter, Laura Marie Higgins; grandchildren, Benjamin C., Lucas H. and Spencer M. Higgins; siblings, Mary Catherine Blankenship, Rose Higgins, Rita Hart, Timothy Higgins and Thomas Higgins.

Funeral services will be held at Noon on Saturday, Feb. 23, at Schoppenhorst, Underwood and Brooks Funeral Home on Preston Highway at John Harper Highway. Burial will follow in Brookland Cemetery.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

Campbell Co., TN, Marriage: https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:VN49-KSD

Charles Wade Blankenship, Jr. - Mary Catherine Higgins - 26Aug1983

+2019, Shepherdsville, Bullitt Co., KY, Obituary

The Pioneer News, (Shepherdsville, KY) - September 12, 2019

Marie Blankenship, 71 [1948], of Shepherdsville, died on Thursday, Sept. 12, 2019.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Elmer and Katherine (Arnold) Miller; brothers, Raymond, Delmar, Lawrence and Melvin Miller; and sister, Elizabeth Shelton.

She is survived by her husband of 54 years, Hershel Blankenship; son, Duane (Kathy) Blankenship; three grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; sister, Doris Abell; and brothers, Roscoe and Joe Miller.

Funeral services will be at 10 am, on Monday, Sept. 16, 2019, at Hardy-Close Funeral Home on South Buckman Street in Shepherdsville with burial in Green Hill Memorial Gardens in Hopkinsville.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

Isaac Hershel Blankenship – b.09Jul1946 - Shepherdsvlle, KY:

https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:K5H7-Y2M

Relatives; Angela L. Blankenship, Duane H. Blankenship, Issac. Blankenship, James B. Blankenship, Marie J. Blankenship.

Calloway

+2019, Murray, Calloway Co., KY, Obituary

https://www.murrayledger.com/obituaries/obituaries-july/article_533b8526-9f81-11e9-a615-4fa28f14f684.html

Jean Darnell Blankenship, 88, of Murray, Kentucky, died Thursday, July 4, 2019, at the Anna Mae Owen Residential Hospice House in Murray.

Arrangements are incomplete at the J.H. Churchill Funeral Home.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

+2019, Murray, Calloway Co., KY, Obituary

http://thejhchurchillfuneralhome.tributes.com/obituary/show/Jean-Darnell-Blankenship-107273809

Mrs. Jean Darnell Blankenship, age 88 [30Mar1931], of Murray, KY, died Thursday, July 4, 2019, at the Anna Mae Owen Residential Hospice House in Murray.

Mrs. Blankenship was a charter member of the University Church of Christ. She was the Executive Director of the American Red Cross for 13 years and the National Red Cross Disaster Organization for 13 years, where she worked over 40 National Disasters. She was a Trustee of the Murray Calloway County Library, member and President of the Calloway County Park Board, and was selected by the Rotary Club as Humanitarian of the Year in 1995. She was also the Co-Founder of the Calloway County Humane Society and a member of the Murray Magazine Club.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 59 years, Macon Blankenship, and by her parents, Herman and Oina Darnell of the Kirksey, KY community.

She is survived by her children; son, Mark Blankenship and wife Becky, daughter, Beth Buchanan and husband David all of Murray, KY; four grandchildren, Brian Lovins and wife Beth Rose of Phoenix, AZ, Morgan Hutchinson and husband Brett of Los Angeles, CA, Neal Buchanan and wife Laura of Nashville, TN, and Bailey Blankenship of Murray; four great- grandchildren, Cattarina Lovins of Phoenix, AZ, Olive Bee and Schafer Hutchinson of Los Angeles, CA, and Lily Grace Buchanan of Nashville, TN; brother-in-law, Paul Blankenship and wife Alice of Dewitt, MI ; sister-in-law, Jane Hill of Murray; uncle, Ray Bazzell of Murray and an aunt Dean Rogers of Winter, Haven, FL; as well as several nephews and a niece and many cousins survive.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 pm, on Friday, July 12, 2019, at the University Church of Christ with burial to follow in the Coldwater Church of Christ Cemetery. The service will be officiated by Charlie Bazzell and John Dale. Music will be conducted by Dr. Todd Hill, her nephew, and by Dr. Derek Jones. Honorary Pallbearers will be her cousins, and the ladies of the Murray Magazine Club. Active Pallbearers will be her grandchildren.

Carter

2018, Grayson, Carter Co., KY Obituary

The Daily Independent, (Ashland, KY) - February 23, 2018

Jaylynn Brooke Dunn, 2018-2018

Jaylynn, daughter of Chad and Jennifer Blankenship, died Thursday, Feb. 22, 2018.

Graveside services will be at 2 p.m. Monday at East Carter County Memory Gardens. Malone Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

+2018, Grayson, Carter Co., KY, Obituary

The Daily Independent, (Ashland, KY) - July 3, 2018

Barrett Alton Prichard, 80, of Grayson, went to be with his Lord Monday, July 2, 2018, in Community Hospice Care Center in Ashland, [Boyd Co., KY]. Barrett was born December 16, 1937, in Hitchins, KY, a son of the late Curtis and Kathleen Blankenship Prichard.

Barrett served his country honorably in the U.S. Air Force. Barrett retired as a facilities manager for Digital Corp.

Including his parents, Barrett was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 55 years in 2014, Donna Jean Studlien Prichard.

Barrett is survived by three sons, Jeffery (Patricia) Prichard of Lancaster MA, Matthew (Tammy) Prichard of Penacook, NH, and Daniel (Michelle) Prichard of Hooksett, NH; one daughter, Vivian (Quinn) Golden of Alton, NH; a brother, Ronnie (Patty) Prichard of Grayson; 11 grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren.

A celebration of life will be conducted at 2 p.m. Sunday, July 8, 2018, at Bayless Memorial Presbyterian Church of Grayson with Pastor Josh Akers officiating.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

+2018, Grayson, Carter Co., KY, Obituary

The Daily Independent, (Ashland, KY) - September 13, 2018

Ronald Fredrick Prichard, 83 of Grayson went to be with his Lord on Tuesday, Sept. 11, 2018, at Hospice Care Center in Ashland. He was born Jan. 23, 1935 in Grayson, a son of the late Curtis and Vivian Blankenship Prichard.

Ron retired from Harry Homan Architects, he served his country proudly in the United States Air Force, a member of the Grayson Presbyterian Church, and a member of the NRA.

He was preceded in death by one brother, Barrett Prichard.

He is survived by his wife of 62 years Patricia Ann Riffe Prichard; one son, Curtis Scott (Robin) Prichard of Shelbyville IN; two daughters, Rhonda (Rick) Brown of Galveston Texas, and Beth Prichard of Ashland; six grandchildren, Josh Brown, Wes Prichard, Samantha Coffey, Kyle Wallin, Jordan Wallin and Rhiannon Wallin; and two great-grandchildren, Aiden Brown and Avery Brown.

Funeral services will be Sat. 12 p.m. noon at Malone Funeral Home with Dan Fredrick, minister. Burial will be in the Hillcrest Cemetery with full military honors.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

1940 Census, District 1, Carter Co., KY,

Prichard, Curtis 29, M, KY, Head,

Prichard, Kathleen 26, F, KY, Wife,

Prichard, Ronald F. 05, M, KY, Son,

Prichard, Barrett 02, M, KY, Son,

https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:K7RZ-DZ8

+2019, Grayson, Carter Co., KY, Obituary

https://www.shortridgeramey.com/obituaries/Makenna--Jae-Blankenship?obId=6518707#/obituaryInfo

Makenna Jae Blankenship newborn baby, passed away at birth on August 21, 2019. Makenna is the daughter of Jordan and Katy Blankenship of Grayson KY.

Makenna was diagnosed with Anencephaly during her mother’s pregnancy, and passed peacefully into the arms of Jesus at birth.

Makenna was preceded in death by her maternal grandfather Richard H. Lawrence, great-great grandfather Paul Potter, uncle Ricky Lawrence, and great uncle Christopher Blankenship.

Survivors other than her parents Jordan and Katy Blankenship, include her two year old sister Everleigh Dawn Blankenship of the home. Maternal grandmother Barbara Lawrence of Ashland KY, Paternal grandmother Melia Rife and husband David Rife of Asheboro NC, paternal grandfathers Everett Blankenship and Jeremy Carroll of Grayson KY, uncles Joshua Lawrence of Ashland KY, Dakota Blankenship of Olive Hill KY, and Matt Fisher of Dayton Ohio. Aunts Hollie Bearden and husband Chris of Lexington NC and Allison Blankenship of Asheboro NC. Maternal great grandparents Mildred Gibson and Joe Stanley of Chatfield Ohio, paternal great grandparents Charlene and Jesse Williams of Lexington NC, Bo and Millie Blankenship of Paynesville WV, and great-great grandmother Rita Potter of Lexington NC. Also survived by several cousins, and several other family or friends.

Funeral service will be held at The Church of The Lord Jesus on Three Forks, in Jolo WV, on Sunday August 25, 2019, at 12 noon, with Pastor Harvey Payne, Reverend Tommy Addair, Pastor Jason Barrett and his Ministry Team officiating. Burial will follow in Blankenship Cemetery. Active pallbearers will be Dakota Blankenship and Allison Blankenship. Shortridge-Ramey Funeral Home of Grundy, VA.

Christian

+2018, Crofton, Christian Co., KY, Obituary

http://www.tributes.com/obituary/show/David-Samuel-Blankenship-105796629

David Samuel Blankenship, May 1, 1952 - January 31, 2018, Crofton, Kentucky

Graveside services will be Sunday, February 4, at 2:00pm at Macedonia Cemetery. Hughart Beard and Giles Funeral Home in Crofton is in charge of arrangements.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

+2018, Lafayette, Christian Co., KY, Obituary

https://www.fisherfuneralchapel.com/obituaries/Joetta-M-Blankenship?obId=6809446

Joetta M. Blankenship, 88, of Lafayette, passed away on Tuesday, August 27, 2019 at home with her family by her side. She was born on March 15, 1931 in Greenville, Kentucky to the late Delpha Boggess and was raised by her late grandmother, Martha Boggess.

On February 25, 1949, she married Harold in Greenville, Kentucky.

Joetta was a homemaker and a member of First Assembly of God Church now known as River City Church. She enjoyed gardening, working in her flower beds, watching the 700 Club, and loved spending time with her family, children, and grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her sister, Jackie Glover and her daughters, Cindy Dexter and Marietta Connell.

Surviving are her husband, Harold Blankenship of Lafayette; her children, Marci (Jerry) Johnson, Terry (Amanda) Blankenship, and Marna Boles, all of Lafayette; her sister, Cookie Clark of Owensboro, KY; and her brother, Eddie "Bubby" (Mary) Fenwick of Owensboro, KY. Also surviving are her grandchildren, Jason (Michel) Burghardt, Anjetta Terry, Chanda (Gene) McKinney, Brandon (Heather) Blankenship, Jason (Jessica) Blankenship, Benji (Cassy) Blankenship, Shilho (Clint) Hall, Dani (Jaret) Leuck, Jasey Lumley, and Brayden Boles and 21 great grandchildren.

Funeral service will be at 3 pm, Friday, August 30, 2019, at Fisher Funeral Chapel, with Pastors Adam Howard and Tom Camp officiating. Burial will be in Elmwood Cemetery in Romney.

Daviess

2018, Owensboro, Daviess Co., KY, Obituary

Owensboro Messenger-Inquirer (KY) - June 16, 2018

Mary Ann Brown, 78, of Owensboro passed away Wednesday, June 13, 2018. She was born July 30, 1939, in Owensboro to the late Ida Clark (Thompson).

Mary Ann was a member of Immaculate Catholic Church. She loved being with her family and working in her garden where she grew the most beautiful yellow roses. Mary Ann was generous and would always take care of others before herself.

Mrs. Brown also was preceded in death by her husband, Jerry Brown; a daughter, Donna Blankenship; a brother, William "Bubby" Thompson; and her granddaughter, Taryn Wright.

She is survived by her daughters, Kathy Ann Wright (Jason) and Shannon Brown; and grandchildren Chloe Madden, Morgan Wright, Tovah Ore, Avery Wright and Wyatt Wright.

Services will be 1 p.m. Monday at Immaculate Catholic Church with Father John Vaughan officiating. Burial will be in Elmwood Cemetery.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

+2018, Owensboro, Daviess Co., KY, Obituary

Owensboro Messenger-Inquirer (KY) - June 17, 2018

Thalma Louise Robinson Seaton, 89, of Owensboro died Friday, June 15, 2018, at Hermitage Care & Rehab.

She retired from housekeeping at Wellington Parc and Fordsville Nursing & Rehab and was a member of Riverside Baptist Church.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Herbert Seaton.

Survivors include two sons, Larry Seaton and Roger Seaton, both of Owensboro; seven grandchildren, Krista Huff (Robert Drake) of Olaton, Crystal Warren of Owensboro, Kyle Seaton (Amanda) of Elizabethtown, Connie Doolin (Andy) of Louisiana, Wendy Chadwell (Glenn) of Slaughters, Donna Blankenship (Jerry) of Frankfort and Roger Dean Seaton of Indiana; 12 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren.

Services are 2 p.m. Monday at Geary Funeral Home, Fordsville, with burial in Pleasant Grove Cemetery in Pattiville.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

2019, Owensboro, Daviess Co., KY, Obituary

Owensboro Messenger-Inquirer (KY) - April 12, 2019

Emma "Lou" Roach Hundley, 60, of Owensboro, went to be with the Lord on April 10, 2019. She was born to the late William and Billie Jean Roach on Feb. 26, 1959, in Ohio County.

Emma was a member of Immanuel Seventh-day Adventist Church and enjoyed the fellowship of her church family. Lou loved to crochet, read and sing. She was a constant comedian and always tried to keep a smile on people's faces.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Blake Hundley; and brothers Bill and Terry Roach.

She is survived by her daughters, Windy Chadwell (Glenn), Connie Doolin (Andy) and Donna Blankenship (Jerry); stepchildren Isaac Hundley and Sarah Hundley; siblings Joyce Roach Brandon (Lena), Raymond Roach and JR Roach; eight grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren.

A celebration of life service will be 2 pm Saturday, at Immanuel Seventh-day Adventist Church.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

Edmonson

+2019, Brownsville, Edmonson Co., KY, Obituary

Grayson County News Gazette (Leitchfield, KY) - June 1, 2019

Wilbur Winston Davis, age 76, of Brownsville, Kentucky, passed away Sunday, May 26, 2019 surrounded by his family at Norton Audubon Hospital in Louisville, [Jefferson Co.,] Kentucky. He was born on May 19, 1943 in Sunny Point, Kentucky, the son of the late Wilbur and Vena Bratcher Davis.

Other than his parents, he was preceded in death by two sons, Martin Lee and Darren Davis.

He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Jean Alexander Davis, of Brownsville, and his daughter, Jill Blankenship (Marion), of Brownsville.

Funeral services were at 1 pm, Wednesday, May 29, 2019, at the Sunny Point General Baptist Church in Edmonson County, Kentucky, with Bro. Gary Embry and Bro. Jerry Dunaway officiating. Burial was in the Sunny Point Cemetery. Dermitt Funeral Home.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

Elliott

+2018, Sandy Hook, Elliott Co., KY, Obituary

The Daily Independent, (Ashland, KY) - April 7, 2018

Ruth Ann Ison, 78, of Sandy Hook, passed away Friday, April 6, 2018, at home. She was born Dec. 10, 1939, in Louisa, the daughter of the late Wayne A. and Dora Ann Meades Blankenship.

Ruth was a homemaker and of the Baptist Faith. She loved her family above all measure.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two husbands, Charles Emmitt Massie and Ishmael Ison; and a brother, Chuck Blankenship.

Ruth is survived by three sons, Thomas Allen and wife Kim Massie of New Vinna, Ohio, Charles William and wife Tammy Massie of Washington Court House; and Gene Allen and wife Martha Sue Massie of Webbville; nine grandchildren, Drake, Victor, Allen, Miracle, Kyle, Collin, Tara and Leslie; several great-grandchildren; and two brothers, Wayne Blankenship of Sandy Hook and Arthur and wife Shirley Blankenship of Louisa.

Funeral will be at 11 a.m. Monday, April 9, 2018 at Lewis & Ferguson Funeral Home in Sandy Hook with Brother David Boggs and Brother Joe Marshall officiating. Burial will be in Ison Family Cemetery.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

Estill

2019, Irvine, Estill Co., KY, Obituary

The Richmond Register, (KY) - November 26, 2019

James Douglas "Jim" Chrisman, 74, of Drowning Creek Ridge Road in Irvine, passed away Sunday, November 24, 2019, at Baptist Health Richmond, [Madison Co., KY]. He was born January 30, 1945 in Estill County and was the son of the late James Edward and Opal Mae French Chrisman.

He was an employee of Uncle Charlie's Meats in Richmond for 53 years and attended the Providence Baptist Church. He had lived in Estill County most of his life.

He was preceded in death by his son, Jeffrey Douglas Chrisman.

He is survived by: his wife, Judy Ann Wilson Chrisman; 2 sons, Greg (Lisa) Chrisman, Irvine, and Ricky Chad Chrisman, Richmond; 2 sisters:, Shirley (Bob) Berryman, Richmond, and Brenda (John) Kay, Versailles; 1 brother, Larry (Joan) Chrisman, Irvine; 6 Grandchildren, Douglas Chrisman, Casey (Jordan) Covey, Destiny Chrisman, Zack Chrisman, Alyssa Blankenship and Derrick Chrisman; 3 great-grandchildren, Jaxon Cole, Lainey Gail, and Sadie Jane Covey.

Funeral services will be conducted at 1 pm, Wednesday, November 27, at the Warren F. Toler Funeral Home Chapel, by Bro. Bill VanWinkle and Bro. Tim Roberts. Burial will be at the West Irvine Cemetery. Pallbearers: Douglas Chrisman, Zack Chrisman, Derrick Chrisman, Jordan Covey, Billy Berryman, Robert Berryman and Donald Spears

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

Fayette

+2018, Lexington, Fayette Co., KY, Obituary

Coal Valley News (Madison, WV) - April 10, 2018

Thomas E. Wooten, 80, husband of Donna Borders Wooten, passed away April 8, 2018, at UK Hospital in Lexington, KY. Born Feb. 14, 1938, in Holden, WV, son of the late Fred and Polly Blankenship Wooten.

He was a graduate of Logan High School, Logan, WV, attended Fugazzi Business College, Lexington, a veteran of the US Army, and recently retired from City Electric Motor Co., Lexington, after many years of service. Tom was a faithful member of Todds Road Grace Church.

Also preceding him in death were his brothers, Freddy, Clyde, Howard, Larry and Bobby Wooten, and sisters, Virginia Hutchinson, Mildred Parsley, Irene Hammersley and Mae Adkins.

In addition to his wife, survivors include his beloved sister, Mary Lou (Leonard) Hovis of Logan, WV; and great-nephew, Chance Borders of Lexington; and a host of nieces, nephews, brothers and sisters-in-law, all of whom he cherished.

Funeral services will be conducted by Pastor Todd Nibert at Todds Road Grace Church on Wednesday, April 11, 1pm. Pallbearers will be his nephews, Chris and Chad Hovis, Sean Van Hoose, Jeff and Rick Brown, Joey Borders, James Wellman and J. D. "Butch" Parsley.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

+2018, Lexington, Fayette Co., KY, Obituary

Lexington Herald-Leader (KY) - April 11, 2018

Pat Blankenship Wellons, 81 [1937], passed away April 7, 2018.

Mass Sat 10am, St. Peter Claver Catholic Church. Milward-Broadway.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

+2018, Lexington, Fayette Co., KY, Obituary

http://milward.mem.com/Obituary/7818214/128892117/128915285?title=Obituary

Pat Blankenship Wellons, 81, of Lexington, passed away April 7, 2018. Born in Monette, Arkansas on June 18, 1936 but raised in Memphis Tennessee – she was the youngest daughter of Lillian Beaty and Carl Blankenship and the youngest of 10 brothers and sisters – 7 of whom survived to adulthood. She is pre-deceased by all of them – Adrian Blankenship, Jack Blankenship, Maxine Goetzmann, Doris Curreri, Carline D’Errico and Bill Blankenship.

Pat graduated from East HS in Memphis in 1954 and followed her closest brother Bill Blankenship to Union University, a Baptist school in Jackson TN. There she was a cheerleader, member of Chi Omega sorority and Sigma Chi sweetheart before graduating with a BA in Religion in 1958.

She then attended University of Tennessee School of Social Work and earned her BSW in 1959 and Tulane University School of Social Work in New Orleans on full scholarship where she earned her MSW in 1961. There she met her future husband, Kennard Watson Wellons, another MSW student at Tulane. They were engaged in 1960 and married on June 20, 1961 in Memphis – officiated by her brother Adrian, an ordained Baptist Minister.

Pat and Kennard moved to Sonoma County California where she worked for the California mental health and child welfare system with juvenile, runaway and troubled teenage girls – she had found her calling. In 1967, they moved to Tempe Arizona where Kennard was an assistant professor of Social Work at Arizona State University. Their only child, Bradley Dean Wellons was born there in November of 1968.

In January of 1969, Pat & Kennard moved back to the San Francisco Bay area to Berkeley California where Kennard was a Doctoral Student in Social Work at University of California – Berkeley. She worked for the Alemeda County school system as a school social worker with teenage girls and troubled adolescent youth. She also became heavily involved in the progressive politics of the 1960’s and early 70’s in Berkeley – including the Free Speech Movement.

However, in 1973 upon graduation, Dr. Kennard W. Wellons took a job at the University of Kentucky, School of Social Work as an associate professor and assistant director of the Sanders-Brown Center on Aging in Lexington Kentucky. They moved to Lexington in August 1973 to 424 West Third Street – a historic 1700’s Federalist style house – which they renovated with the help of Architect David Spaeth. This house became one of the homes of their beloved “Third Street gang” and Northside neighborhood. She lived there for almost 30 years along with Kennard, Bradley and their lifelong neighborhood friends.

In 1973, Pat started working for Bluegrass East Mental Health Retardation – specifically the Comprehensive Care Center in Lexington as a counselor for adolescents. She earned her LCSW licensure in 1975 and was one of the first women in the state of Kentucky to be licensed in private practice counseling, certified social work and social work administration. She entered private practice in 1977 with Bill Jett and then opened her own practice private practice – first on North Limestone across from Joe Bologna’s and Good Samaritan Hospital, second at 117 2nd Street her current office – where she practiced until the day of her death. She was a private practice clinical social worker, specializing in adolescent, family, marital and adult individual and group therapy from 1977 to 2018 – 41 years – one of the longest serving practitioners of clinical social work ever in the state of Kentucky.

She received numerous accolades, awards and leadership positions in her profession. In 1980-81 she was voted President of the Kentucky Clinical Social Workers Association where she and her close colleague Helen Herring spearheaded the passage of legislation in Frankfort to create the Social Work Licensure Board and allow licensed social workers to have direct access to treat patients. As a result, she was the recipient of the Kentucky Outstanding Licensed Clinical Social Worker of the year in 1981. In 1981-82 she was elected President of the National Clinical Social Workers Association and honored as 1982 National Clinical Social Worker of the year – one of her proudest moments. She was also a board member of the National Registry of Health Care Providers in Clinical Social Work and Treasurer of the Federation of Societies for Clinical Social Work.

For 41 years Pat was an independent private clinician in adolescent & adult individual and group therapy, a supervisor for University of Kentucky MSW students and LCSW licensure candidates, a mental health consultant to numerous local churches and city, county state and federal courts and judges, a nationally recognized speaker, a mental health trial expert and a mentor to hundreds of social workers in the field, particularly women. In 2016, she was honored with a Lifetime Achievement award from the Kentucky Clinical Social Workers Association for her immense contributions to the field of clinical social work in Kentucky.

Personally, she loved and continued to support her family. She supported her son Bradley at Sayre School, Millsaps College and in graduate school. She provided for her wonderfully intelligent and independent mother Lillian and her beloved mother in law, Patsy “Mimi” Wellons until the day they died. She always ensured that the ever-larger and growing Blankenship family had a reunion every 2 years and that she and her 3 sisters had a “sisters reunion” every year. She was beloved Aunt Pat to her many nieces and nephews and their children. Finally, in 1998 she had one adored grandson, Jackson Kennard Wellons.

Pat was a lifelong progressive Democrat – always advocating for the rights of minorities, women and children and those suffering from mental illness – particularly those who could not speak for themselves. A native southerner, she was an outspoken opponent of racism and segregation in the city of Lexington, the state of Kentucky and the South. She was committed, informed, opinionated and quite often right – much like her heroes – FDR, JFK and Eleanor Roosevelt. On a more personal note, she was a true blue University of Kentucky basketball and Keeneland horse racing fan. She also loved the beach and purchased beachfront property in Gulf Shores, Alabama and went down as much as she could.

However – as everyone who ever knew her soon realized – her lifelong passion and drive was for her patients. In her 40 plus years of private practice she worked 50 and 60 hours a week caring for her patients at all times of the day and night. It was more than a career for her – it was her calling in life. She practiced and saw patients right up to the very day she passed away at the age of 81.

She is survived by her son Bradley, his wife Rachel, her grandson Jackson and over 50 nieces, nephews and their children.

Dr. Kennard Wellons was a long-time full professor of Social Work at UK and Pat Wellons was a mentor and supervisor to hundreds of UK MSW students in clinical placements and licensing. They were the first in their families to earn Master’s degrees, at Tulane University in New Orleans. This scholarship is “to pay it forward” and support the students and College of Social Work. The family hopes that the scholarship will help attract and support deserving students that are looking to live their dream and lift themselves higher than anyone in their past family history.

Memorial service Saturday, April 14, 2018 at 10 a.m. at St. Peter Claver Catholic Church.

2018, Lexington, Fayette Co., KY, Obituary

http://www.tributes.com/obituary/show/Debra-Lee-Blankenship-106220712

Debra Lee Blankenship, January 26, 1957 - June 25, 2018, Kentucky

Services will be held at a later date. Care Cremation and Funeral Service [Lexington, KY] are entrusted with final care.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

2018, Lexington, Fayette Co., KY, Obituary

The Messenger, (Madisonville, KY) - June 30, 2018

Gerald W. Hill, the husband of Sue Hall Hill, passed away Tuesday, June 26, 2018, surrounded by his family. Gerry was born March 15, 1934, in Nebo to David and Alverda Hill.

He joined the Air Force after high school and made Lexington his home after graduating from the University of Kentucky. He was a much-loved history and civics teacher at Lafayette and Tates Creek Junior high schools before taking a position as assistant to the dean of admissions at the UK College of Dentistry. Gerry enjoyed his grandchildren, friends, politics, a day at Keeneland, good conversation, UK sports and gardening. Gerry and Sue were married 45 years and shared a love for each other's family as their own. He was a strong-minded person who lived life fully and on his terms. He will be missed and remembered for his engaging conversation, strong opinions, incredible strength during difficult times and love for Sue and family.

Gerry was preceded in death by his brothers, Don, Bob and James Hill; his sister, Mary Lou Hill Whitledge; sister-in-law Janet Hall Clem; brother-in-law Billy Hall; nephew Les Clem Jr.; and nieces Alicia and Jennifier Hall.

He is survived by Sue; his children, David Hill (Phyllis) and Karen Hill Greathouse; four grandchildren, Tyler Hill (Caitlin), Zach Hill, Trey Hill and Hillary Greathouse; brothers and sisters-in-law Eva Hill Miller, Sonny Hall (Tina), Patrice Hall Thompson (C.B.), Kathy Hall Blankenship (Chuck), Les Clem and Cindy Hall; and many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.

Burial will be 11 am. EDT Monday at Camp Nelson Cemetery, 6980 Danville Road, Nicholasville. Celebration of Gerry's life will follow from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. at Clark Legacy Center, Brannon Crossing.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

2019, Lexington, Fayette Co., KY, Obituary

The Herald-Dispatch, (Huntington, WV) - October 8, 2019

Thomas Russell Carr Worley, 84, husband of the late Lurena Worley, passed away Oct. 5, 2019, in Lexington, KY. He was the son of the late John and Beulah Woodrum Worley and was born in Huntington, WV, on Jan. 27, 1935.

He graduated from Huntington East High School, attended Marshall University, and was a veteran of the US Army. He retired from Jerrico Inc. in Lexington, and was a member of St. Luke UMC. Tom loved to bowl, play racquetball, and work out three times per week!

He is survived by his daughters, Gina (Rick) Maynard and Janel (Sid Russell) Worley; granddaughter, Cailin Fouraker; sister, Sally Blankenship; and nephews, Russ and C. T. (Anna) Blankenship and Ron and Shawn VanScyoc; and many great nieces and nephews.

A graveside service will be Tuesday, Oct. 8, 2019, 12:30 pm, at Camp Nelson National Cemetery, Nicholasville, KY. www.milwardfuneral.com.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

Fleming

2018, Flemingsburg, Fleming Co., KY, Obituary

Morehead News (KY) - December 19, 2018

Rickie Allen Harper, 67, of Flemingsburg, passed away Saturday, December 15, 2018 at his home after an extended illness. He was born on August 31, 1951 in Carlisle, Kentucky, a son of Russell and Eva Howard Harper.

Mr. Harper was a retired roofer. He enjoyed riding his Harley motorcycle and reading.

In addition to his parents, survivors include his wife, Faye Caudill Harper, one daughter, Dawn Marie (Paul) Day of Irvine, three step-children, David Blankenship of Goshen, Indiana, Michael Blankenship of Raleigh, North Carolina and Jaime Timmons of Bristol, Indiana, one brother, Gary Harper of Irvine, two sisters, Linda Martin of Elkhart, Indiana and Sue Geil of Irvine, four adopted brothers and sisters, three grandchildren, Cassidy Day, Dustin Day and Caitlyn Jewell, one great-grandson, Grayson Jewell and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be conducted at 11:00 A.M. Wednesday, December 19, 2018 in the chapel of the Michael R. Gray Funeral Home in Morehead with Brother Spike Skaggs officiating. Burial will follow in the Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens. Pallbearers will be Joe Wallace, Don Law, Travis French, David Blankenship, Michael Geil and Elwood Caudill, Jr.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

2019, Flemingsburg, Fleming Co., KY, Obituary

Morehead News (KY) - April 18, 2019

Rickie Allen Harper, 67, of Flemingsburg, passed away Saturday, December 15, 2018 at his home after an extended illness. He was born on August 31, 1951 in Carlisle, Kentucky, a son of Russell and Eva Howard Harper.

Mr. Harper was a retired roofer. He enjoyed riding his Harley motorcycle and reading.

In addition to his parents, survivors include his wife, Faye Caudill Harper, one daughter, Dawn Marie (Paul) Day of Irvine, three step-children, David Blankenship of Goshen, Indiana, Michael Blankenship of Raleigh, North Carolina and Jaime Timmons of Bristol, Indiana, one brother, Gary Harper of Irvine, two sisters, Linda Martin of Elkhart, Indiana and Sue Geil of Irvine, four adopted brothers and sisters, three grandchildren, Cassidy Day, Dustin Day and Caitlyn Jewell, one great-grandson, Grayson Jewell and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be conducted at 11:00 am, Wednesday, December 19, 2018, in the chapel of the Michael R. Gray Funeral Home in Morehead, with Brother Spike Skaggs officiating. Burial will follow in the Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens. Pallbearers will be Joe Wallace, Don Law, Travis French, David Blankenship, Michael Geil and Elwood Caudill, Jr.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

2019, Flemingsburg, Fleming Co., KY, Obituary

The Ledger Independent, (Maysville, KY) - November 24, 2019

Robert "Bob" Earl DeHart, age 84, of Flemingsburg, husband of Margaret Black DeHart, passed away on Saturday, Nov. 23, 2019, at Meadowview Regional Hospital in Maysville. Born in Rowan County on July 13, 1935, Bob was a son of the late Oscar Scott and Grace Eden DeHart.

Bob was a retired independent distributor for Mike-Sells Potato Chips and a member of the Flemingsburg Baptist Church. He was an avid golfer and enjoyed woodcrafting in "Papaw Bob's Woodworking Shop."

Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Oscar DeHart Jr. and Jim DeHart.

Besides his wife, he is survived by four children, Mark (Lisa) DeHart of Flemingsburg, Mike (Monica) DeHart of Union, Kim (Jeff) Perkins of Ewing and Tammy (Billy) Cowan of Ewing; grandchildren, Scott (Candace) DeHart of Louisville, Allison (Dustin) Orme of Lexington, Jenna (Nathan) Doyle of Lexington and Julie Perkins of Ewing; great-grandchildren, Brody DeHart, Madison Davis and Morgan Frey; a sister-in-law, Paula Blankenship; and niece and nephew, Patricia and Michael.

Services will be 1 pm, Wednesday, Nov 27, 2019, in the chapel of Carpenter-Fritz and Vice Funeral Home officiated by Pastor Larry Brown and Bro. Melvin Mitchell. Burial will be in the Caudill Cemetery in Rowan County. Active pallbearers will be Dustin Orme, Nathan Doyle, Danny Palmer, Jim Solter, Steve Hickerson, Melvin Hickerson, Glen Fite and Kenny Allen Jr. Honorary pallbearers will be his grandchildren.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

Floyd

+2018, Harold, Floyd Co., KY, Death

http://www.tributes.com/obituary/show/Joyce-Gail-Blankenship-106722294

Joyce Gail Blankenship, April 14, 1954 - January 6, 2019, Harold, Kentucky

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

+2018, Harold, Floyd Co., KY, Funeral

Published in Lexington Herald-Leader on Jan. 8, 2019

Joyce Blankenship, 64, died Sunday.

Funeral Wed 1 pm, at Pilgrims Home ORB Church, Grethel. Visitation Monday 5 pm, at church. NFFH in charge.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

+2018, Harold, Floyd Co., KY, Obituary

https://www.nelsonfrazierfuneralhome.com/obituaries/Joyce-Gail-Blankenship?obId=3989910#/obituaryInfo

Joyce Gail Blankenship, age 64 of Harold, Kentucky, passed away on Sunday, January 6, 2019 at Pikeville Medical Center, Pikeville, [Pike Co.,] Kentucky. She was born April 14, 1954 in Floyd County, Kentucky to the late Levi & Mary Howell McKinney.

She was the wife of the late Kenis Blankenship. She was a retired cook for Floyd County Board of Education.

Along with her parents and husband she was preceded in death by her Brothers & Sisters: Palmer McKinney, Wheeler McKinney, Shelby McKinney, Imogene Hamilton, Juanita Carroll & Estellene.

She is survived by her Son: Lonzie Devon Blankenship of Harold, Kentucky; Daughters: Tureem (Bobby) Slone of Stanville, Kentucky & Faith (Clayton) Akers of Harold, Kentucky; Grandchild: Aiden Jasper Slone; Brothers: Oveal McKinney of Teaberry, Kentucky & Marvin McKinney of Vinton, Ohio.

Funeral Services will be on Wednesday, January 9, 2019 at 1 pm, at Pilgrims Home Old Regular Baptist Church, Grethel, Kentucky. Officiating: Old Regular Baptist Ministers. Burial: Long Point Cemetery, Craynor, Kentucky

Franklin

+2019, Frankfort, Franklin Co., KY, Obituary

The State Journal, (Frankfort, KY) - April 26, 2019

Brenda Faye Dews Farmer, age 72, passed away Wednesday, April 24, 2019, in Lexington. She was born in Frankfort, on July 10, 1946, to the late Everett Allen Dews and Ruby Allison Dews.

Brenda was a loving, hardworking woman, who loved her family and grandchildren dearly.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her son, Joseph Dews; sister, Jane Hellard; and by her brother, Allen Dews.

She is survived by her children, Richard Blankenship , Bonnie Burke, Tina Parker and Debbie Powell; siblings, Douglas Dews, Kathy Sams, and Beverly Sue Peak; and by 11 grandchildren; and 18 great-grandchildren.

Services will be held at Harrod Brothers Funeral Home at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, April 30, 2019, with Rev. Tim Jumpp officiating. Burial will follow at Frankfort Cemetery. Serving as pallbearers will be Brian Blankenship, Joseph Quire, Michael Dews, Chris Dews, Nathan Jenkins, Wesley Powell, Andrew Willard and Brian Daniels.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

2019, Frankfort, Franklin Co., KY, Obituary

The State Journal, (Frankfort, KY) - September 6, 2019

James Everett Dickerson, age 83, passed away at home on Thursday, Sept. 5, 2019. He was born in Frankfort on Sept. 17, 1935, to the late Roy Milton and Leona Mae Barnes Dickerson.

James was a veteran of the United States Navy and retired from Frankfort Country Club after spending many years as a storeroom manager. As a true outdoorsman, he mostly enjoyed time spent hunting and fishing.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Thelma Ulchie.

He is survived by his children, Cindy Dickerson Yaria (Jeffrey) and Joey J. Dickerson (Virginia Page); stepchildren, Scotty Hudson and Connie Brewer (Dan); sister, Helen Rambo (Deanie); grandchildren, Megan Dickerson Roark, Ashley Blankenship, Melissa Brewer and Patricia Brewer; and great-grandchild, Rosalind Roark.

Services will be held 11 a.m. at Harrod Brothers Funeral Home on Tuesday, Sept. 10, 2019. Burial will follow at Sunset Memorial Gardens. Military Honors will be observed at the gravesite by the VFW Post 4075. Serving as pallbearers will be family and friends.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

+2019, Frankfort, Franklin Co., KY, Obituary

Lexington Herald-Leader (KY) - November 23, 2019

Billy Blankenship, 73 [1946], died Tues [19Nov2019].

Services 2 pm, Tues., Frankfort Cemetery. Harrod Brothers.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

+2019, Frankfort, Franklin Co., KY, Obituary

https://www.harrodbrothers.com/obituaries/Billy-Blankenship-2/#!/Obituary

Billy Blankenship, of Frankfort, born February 4, 1946, passed away Tuesday, November 19, 2019.

Billy retired from Kentucky State Government and enjoyed mechanic work.

He was preceded in death by his parents, A. O. Blankenship and Bonnie Ritchey Baker; son, Joseph Dews, brothers, Richard Blankenship and Earl Blankenship.

He is survived by his wife, Joan Taylor Blankenship; sisters, Joyce West and Rosemary Blankenship; children, Richard L. Blankenship, Bonnie Burke Blankenship, Tina Parker (Charles), Debbie Powell (Scotty), Jodie Harrod (Adam), Michelle Harrod (Jimmy), and Bethanne Prewitt (Mitchell); by 19 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. He was very much loved by his whole family, nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Services will be held at Frankfort Cemetery at 2:00 pm, Tuesday, November 26, 2019, with Rev. Tim Jumpp officiating. Serving as pallbearers will be family and friends. Harrod Brothers Funeral Home.

2019, Frankfort, Franklin Co., KY, Obituary

Billy Blankenship, born Feb. 4, 1946, passed away Tuesday, Nov. 19, 2019.

Billy retired from Kentucky state government and enjoyed mechanic work. He was very much loved by his whole family, nieces, nephews and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his parents, A. O. Blankenship and Bonnie Ritchey Baker; son, Joseph Dews, brothers, Richard Blankenship and Earl Blankenship .

He is survived by his wife, Joan Taylor Blankenship ; sisters, Joyce West and Rosemary Blankenship ; children, Richard L. Blankenship , Bonnie Burke Blankenship , Tina Parker (Charles), Debbie Powell (Scotty), Jodie Harrod (Adam), Michelle Harrod (Jimmy) and Bethanne Prewitt (Mitchell); by 19 grandchildren; and 16 great-grandchildren.

Services will be held at Frankfort Cemetery at 2 pm Tuesday, Nov. 26, 2019, with Rev. Tim Jumpp officiating. Serving as pallbearers will be family and friends. Harrod Brothers Funeral Home.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

Grayson

+2018, Leitchfield, Grayson Co., KY, Obituary

https://www.grissommartin.com/notices/Gladys-Blankenship

Gladys Blankenship, 86, formerly of Columbia, Kentucky, died Wednesday, May 30, 2018 at 2:22 P.M. at the home of her son in Leitchfield, Kentucky. She was born April 22, 1932, in Adair County, to the late Ray and Myrtie Karnes Curry.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Condy Blankenship, in 1993, one son, Ricky Blankenship, in 2017, and two sisters, June Preston Curry and Carolyn Ann Curry. She was a member of Columbia Baptist Church and a homemaker.

Survivors include: Two sons and daughters-in-law – Danny and Brenda Blankenship of Leitchfield, Jeff and Angela Blankenship of Columbia; Two grandchildren –Johnthan and Holly Blankenship; Three great grandchildren – Hailey Stivers, Autumn Bland, James Wesley Conn Blankenship.The following siblings: Juantia Karnes of Leitchfield, Mary Frances Tucker of Leitchfield, Betty Louise Humphres of Effingham, Illinois, Mayrene Powell of Lenox, Georgia, Sammie Ray Curry of Mason City, Illinois, William Lewis Curry of Maroa, Illinois, Jerry Nathan Curry of Fairchild, Wisconsin, Joan Rachel Cunningham of Paris, Illinois, Linda Sue Augustus of Paris, Illinois, Howard Wayne Curry of Illinois, Delorise Kay Parrent of New Baden, Illinois, Mitchel Curry of Belvidere, Illinois, Charles Luther Curry of Leitchfield, Sharon Gray of Auburn, Illinois. Several nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends

Funeral service will be Saturday, June 2, 2018 at 2:00 P.M. at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home with Bro. Arnold Moon officiating. Burial in Columbia Cemetery

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

2019, Leitchfield, Grayson Co., KY, Obituary

The Record, (Leitchfield, KY) - September 2, 2019

Avery Grey Blankenship, 2 months, of Leitchfield, died Wednesday, Aug. 28, 2019, in Leitchfield.

Survivors include her parents, Tommy Landan and Brianna Shartzer Blankenship; two sisters, Makenzie Blankenship and Sadie Blankenship; one brother, Jackson Blankenship; paternal grandparents Donnie and Meredith Roof and Bobby Blankenship; and maternal grandparents Howard Shartzer and Kim Matthews.

The funeral is 1 pm, Sunday, Sept. 1, 2019, at the Watson & Hunt Funeral Chapel in Leitchfield. Burial is in the Williams Cemetery in Shrewsbury.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

Grayson Co., KY, Birth; https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:QKHG-Z1YW

Tommy Landan Blankenship - 25Jul1996 – Mother; Meredith K. Meredith

Greenup

+2018, Flatwoods, Greenup Co., KY, Obituary

The Daily Independent, (Ashland, KY) - April 9, 2018

Evelyn Sue Rice, 59, of Flatwoods, passed away April 8, 2018, in Woodland Oaks Health Care Facility. She was born Oct. 22, 1958, to the late Floyd and Clara Blankenship Rice in Ashland.

Sue was a graduate of Boyd County High School. Sue was an active supporter of Cancer and Diabetes Research, ASPCA and Humane and Wildlife Society.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by one sister, Helen Jean Rice.

Sue is survived by two brothers, Charles Richard Rice of Anchorage, Alaska, and Johnny Ray (Monica) Rice of Flatwoods; two sisters, Betty Ann Rice of Flatwoods, and Teresa Kay Rice of Flatwoods; a niece which she had a special love relationship with, Madison Willis; along with a host of other family and friends.

A committal service will be at 1 p.m. Thursday, April 12, 2018, at Heaberlin Cemetery in Wurtland with Pastor Shane Cox officiating.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

Floyd V. Rice – b.Jun1918 – Catlettsburg, KY: https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:K5ND-WQD

Relatives - Clara Rice, Evelyn S. Rice, Helen J. Rice, Johnny R. Rice.

1940 Census, Ward 2, Ashland, District 4, Boyd Co., KY,

Rice, Floyd 21, M, KY, Head,

Rice, Clare Bell 18, F, KY, Wife,

https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:K7RM-QJB

2018, Flatwoods, Greenup Co., KY, Obituary

The Daily Independent, (Ashland, KY) - May 13, 2018

Robert A. Griffith, 65, of Flatwoods, passed away May 11, 2018 at his residence surrounded by family. He was born September 6, 1952 to the late Van Donald Griffith and Bertha Alice (Stanley) Griffith.

In his spare time he enjoyed golfing, fishing, watching western movies and spending time with his family.

Mr. Griffith is survived by his wife, Carolyn Griffith; five daughters, Robyn (Evyian) Terry, Vicky Blankenship, Sarah (Eric) Besley, Jeanna Cumpton of Orlando Fl., Zaria Maggard of Olive Hill; four brothers, John Griffith, James Griffith, Leslie Griffith, and Lonnie Griffith; one sister Lois Tomlin; twelve grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews and special friends that will miss him dearly.

Funeral services will be held at 12 p.m. Tuesday, May 15, 2018, at Carman Funeral Home, in Flatwoods.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

+2018, Flatwoods, Greenup Co., KY, Obituary

The Daily Independent, (Ashland, KY) - September 26, 2018

Betty Ann Rice, 78, of Flatwoods, passed away Sept. 25, 2018 in Oakmont Manor. Betty was born July 12, 1940, in Ashland to the late Floyd Vernon and Clara Belle Blankenship Rice.

Betty was a special lady who brought joy and laughter to everyone she met, she enjoyed watching KEA T.V. and loved to sing.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two sisters, Evelyn Sue Rice and Helen Jean Rice.

Surviving is one sister, Teresa Kay Rice; two brothers, Charles Richard Rice and Johnny Ray (Monica) Rice; a host of Nieces and nephews.

Graveside services will be at 2 p.m., Oct. 1, 2018 at Heaberlin Cemetery.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

+2018, Flatwoods, Greenup Co., KY, Obituary

The Daily Independent, (Ashland, KY) - December 18, 2018

Mary Louise Blankenship Nance, 90, of Flatwoods, passed away Tuesday, Dec. 18, 2018, at home surrounded by her family. She was born April 29, 1928, in Olive Hill, KY, the daughter of the late Lego Blankenship and the late Kate Wampler Blankenship.

Mary was a homemaker and a member of Shawnee Church of God. She enjoyed cooking, working in her flower beds and taking care of family and friends.

In addition to her parents, Mary was preceded in death by a son, Charles "PeeWee" Nance; a granddaughter, Melissa Nance; a sister, Nilace Bauers; and two brothers, Dick Harris and Shelby Blankenship.

She is survived by her husband, Marshall Nance; three daughters, Marsha (Russell) Bowling, Teresa (Jim) Roark and Phyllis Ann Houtkooper; four grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; a brother Jr. (Pauline) Harris; and a sister, Emma Lee Jessee.

Funeral services will be at noon Thursday, Dec. 20, 2018, at Shawnee Church of God in Flatwoods. Burial will be in Kentucky Veterans Cemetery North East in Greenup County. Carman Funeral Home, Flatwoods.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

2019, Flatwoods, Greenup Co., KY, Obituary

The Daily Independent, (Ashland, KY) - August 9, 2019

Carlos "Proc" Hensley, 83, of Flatwoods passed away Aug. 5, 2019 at his home. Mr. Hensley was born Sept. 5, 1935 to the late Robert and Maxine Hensley.

Proc was a former fox hunter and was a member of the Fox Hunter Association. He enjoyed hunting, watching sports, and playing a round of golf here and there.

In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his wife, Glenna Hensley; and one brother, James Hensley.

He is survived by one son, Rick (Diania) Hensley; one daughter, Carla (Randy) Blankenship; two grandchildren, Brooke (Eric) Douglas and Heather (Martin) Johnson; four great-grandchildren, Brady Douglas, Arden Douglas, Sophie Johnson, and Chandler Johnson; one brother, Sam (Rosie) Hensley; one sister, Sara (Paul) Gilliam; and two brother-in-laws, Charles Cremeans and Bill (Janice) Cremeans.

Graveside services will be at 1 pm, Friday, Aug. 9, 2019, at Bellefonte Memorial Gardens with Jim Forrest officiating. Carman Funeral Home in Flatwoods.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

+2019, Flatwoods, Greenup Co., KY, Obituary

The Daily Independent, (Ashland, KY) - November 20, 2019

Martha Perry, 87, of Flatwoods, KY, passed from this life on Monday, November 18, 2019. One of 17 children, she was born on August 7, 1932 at Wayne, WV, a daughter of the late Francis Marion "Doc" and Chaney Spurlock Blankenship .

Martha was a homemaker and loved cooking, working in her home, and caring for her family.

Her beloved husband of 58 years, Bud "Kin" Perry also preceded her in death, along with one son, Dennis Perry, and several brothers and sisters.

She leaves behind two sons, Marvin Blankenship of Huntington, WV, John Dale Perry (Debbie) of Flatwoods; one daughter, Hazel Anita Perry of Montana; four grandchildren, Allen Blankenship of Wayne, John Michael Perry, Cameron Douglas Perry, both of Flatwoods, and Matthew Gene Roy of Montana; several dear great grandchildren; along with several brothers and sisters; and her family at Oakmont Manor.

Funeral services will be conducted at 1 pm, Friday, November 22, 2019, at Johnson Tiller Funeral Home, Wayne, WV. Burial will follow in the John Perry Cemetery, Genoa.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

2018, Russell, Greenup Co., KY, Obituary

The Daily Independent, (Ashland, KY) - July 13, 2018

Willis "Wick" Parsons, 89, of Russell, passed away Thursday, July 12, 2018, at his residence. Wick was born October 22, 1928, in Carter County, KY, to the late William and Leava Messer Parsons.

Wick was a retired from ARMCO Steel and Building contractors. He was a member of the Home Builders Association and a faithful member of Bridges Christian Church.

In addition to his parents, Wick was preceded in death by his first wife, Phyllis Burton Parsons; a daughter, Ruby Jean Tice; a grandson, Randy Tice; seven brothers and five sisters.

Wick leaves behind his loving wife of 8 1/2 years Nola "Peach" Church Parsons; two sons, Greg Parsons (Sally) of Lexington, KY, and Neal Parsons (Jill) of Findlay, OH; two daughters, Deborah Gullett (Gary) of Russell, KY, and Kristy Bradley (John) of Lexington, KY; 12 grandchildren, Carrie Wilson (Sean), Amy Rumford (Chad), Angie Cochran (Michael), Jennie McDaniel (Jimmy), Emily Blankenship(Nate), Ellen Bradley, Claire Bradley (Ben Hart), Abby Parsons, Molly Hanley (Zach), Sarah Parsons, Owen Parsons (Ashley) and Seth Parsons (Allison); 18 great-grandchildren, Trace, Ben, Matthew, Kaley, Ava, Kate, Davis, Josh, Hannah, Zack, Faith, Lucas, Remi, Gregory, June Anna, Elliot, Avery; three stepchildren, Ronda Bradshaw (Andy), Richard Thacker (Michele) and Karin Thacker; nine step grandchildren; 13 step great-grandchildren; along with a host of extended family and friends.

Funeral services will be conducted Monday, July 16, 2018, at 1 p.m. at Bridges Christian Church in Russell with Minister Tom Lawson officiating. Entombment will follow in Rose Hill Burial Park.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

+2018, Wurtland, Greenup Co., KY, Obituary

The Daily Independent, (Ashland, KY) - September 5, 2018

Helen J. Menshouse, 80, of Wurtland, KY, died Sunday, September 1, 2018, in Our Lady of Bellefonte Hospital, [Ashland, Boyd Co., KY]. She was born May 14, 1938 in Greenup County, KY, a daughter of Jack and Edna Ramey Blankenship.

Helen was preceded in death by her husband, Arvil Menshouse on Aug. 8 of this year.

Surviving include two sons, Jerry (Mollie) Menshouse of Mount Sterling, KY, Arvil "Clay" (Shawna) Menshouse, Jr., of Frankfort, KY; two daughters, Vicki Menshouse of Berry, KY, and Helen Hughes of South Point, OH; a sister, Sheryl Hilder of TX; 8 grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren

A joint memorial service for Helen and Arvil will be Thursday, Sept. 6 at 1 p.m. at Preston Family Funeral Home.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

Hardin

+2018, Elizabethtown, Hardin Co., KY, Death

Published in The Courier-Journal on Oct. 29, 2018

Sharon K. Blankenship, 59, 27Oct2018, Elizabethtown

Brown Funeral Home.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

+2018, Elizabethtown, Hardin Co., KY, Obituary

http://www.brownfuneral.com/obitview.asp?obitid=2858

Sharon Kay Blankenship, 59 of Elizabethtown, died Saturday, October 27, 2018 at Hardin Memorial Hospital. She was a native of Hardin County and was a Paramedic for Hardin County EMS, retiring in 2006 after 20 years of dedicated services to the residents of Hardin County.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Charles E. and Louise Welch and a brother, Steven C. Welch.

She is survived by her husband of 24 years, Michael G. Blankenship; two step sons, Roger Blankenship of White Mills and Jesse Blankenship of Hodgenville; two brothers, Michael (Chiquita) Welch of Elizabethtown and David Welch of Lexington; and two grandchildren, Emily and Michael Blankenship.

The funeral will be Tuesday at 1:30 p.m. at Brown Funeral Home with Rev. Steve Hill officiating.

+2018, Stephensburg, Hardin Co., KY, Obituary

The News-Enterprise, (Elizabethtown, KY) - March 31, 2018

George Thomas Coalson, 69, of Stephensburg, died Friday, March 30, 2018, at his home surrounded by his family.

In the 1960s, George served in the Job Corp then served in the U.S. Army during Vietnam for two years at Fort Knox, where he met and married his wife, Liz. He retired from GE, was a Kentucky Colonel and was of the Baptist faith.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Blanche Hedrick Coalson; a brother, Earl (Birdie) Coalson; and a brother-in-law, Tommy (Irene) Campbell.

He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Liz Campbell Coalson; a daughter, Pamela Coalson Gardner; a granddaughter, Anastasia Gardner Murphy and husband, Tyler; a great-grandson, Xavier; his brothers and sisters, Tootsie and Robert Gillispie of West Virginia, Jean (Darrell) Blankenship of Georgia, Frannie (Bud) Coalson of West Virginia, Joy (Clifford) Murdock of West Virginia, Rita and Jim Blakeley of Maryland, Dan and Teresa Coalson of West Virginia, Faye and George Rhudy of Arizona, Sue Bell and Mack Day of West Virginia, Pam (Russ) Magargal of West Virginia, Roger and Karen Coalson of West Virginia, Bob and Karen Coalson of West Virginia, Teresa Henry of Kentucky; and Mickey Coalson of West Virginia; his extended family, Charles Jr. (Edith) of Indiana, and Joyce (Randal) Sheroan Jr. Campbell all of Kentucky; and Don and Brenda Campbell of Florida; many nieces and nephews; and Brittany Betts, Henry Nichols, Jay DuPlessis and Matthew Sedlek whom he thought of as grandchildren.

The funeral is at 1 p.m. Tuesday, April 3, at Brown Funeral Home in Elizabethtown with the Rev. Earl Sanders officiating. Burial follows in Elizabethtown Memorial Gardens.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

+2018, Vine Grove, Hardin Co., KY, Obituary

The News-Enterprise, (Elizabethtown, KY) - January 12, 2019

Debbie L. Tabb Pike, 68 [1950], of Vine Grove, passed away Friday, Jan 11, 2019, at home surrounded by her family.

Debbie was a 48-year member of St. Martin of Tours Church. She served as a lecturer and Eucharistic minister, youth group leader and was a member of the RCIA team and parish council. Mrs. Pike also was a member of the Garrett Homemakers. She worked for 30 years and retired from civil service at Fort Knox. She was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Evelyn Blankenship Tabb and William Tabb; three sisters, Joan Brangers, Marye Covington and Connie Frye; and three brothers, Edmund Tabb, Billy Tabb and Jeffrey Self.

She is survived by her loving husband of 47 years, Charlie Pike of Vine Grove; three daughters and sons-in-law, Jennie and Jamie Kabalen of Rineyville, Nikki and Clay Tanner of Brandenburg and Tracy and Chris Curtis of St. Louis, Missouri; six grandchildren, Lindsey and Bradley Berry, Nicholas Kabalen, Emma, Chase and Zane Tanner; two sisters, Patricia Klapstein and Cathy Butler; and four brothers, Charles R Tabb, Mark Tabb, Alan Tabb and Kevin Blankenship.

The Mass of Christian burial is at 2:30 pm, Tuesday, at St. Martin of Tours Catholic Church in Flaherty with the Rev. Jeff Hopper officiating. Burial follows in the church cemetery. Nelson-Edelen Bennett Funeral Home in Vine Grove. A prayer service will be conducted Monday evening.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

+2019, West Point, Hardin Co., KY, Obituary

The Pioneer News, (Shepherdsville, KY) - September 9, 2019

Yvonne 'Von' Jane P'Pool, 79, returned to her Heavenly Father on Friday, Sept. 6, 2019, surrounded by a party of loved ones. She was born on Dec. 31, 1939, in Central City, KY. (Muhlenberg County).

Yvonne was the family matriarch; the glue that held everyone together. She was a peacemaker. Born in an era when women were expected to be homemakers and housewives, Yvonne proudly accepted this role. You simply cannot talk about Von's life and not talk about what a tough as nails woman she was É not because she wanted to be but because she had to be. Life was never easy for Von. Her body betrayed her at a young age and left her crippled with rheumatoid arthritis.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Fred and Claudia Shinn.

She is survived by her husband of 63 years, Darl 'Joe' P'Pool; five chidlren, Darrell (Cindy) P'Pool of Brooks, Pamela Blankenship of Louisville, Robin (Mike) Shelton of Elizabethtown, Jeffrey (Michelle) P'Pool of Brooks and Monica (Lori) P'Pool of Elizabethtown; her twin sister, Janet (Phil) Bohannon of Louisville; 11 grandchildren, Shawn Blankenship, Chris P'Pool, Desirae Shelton, Eric Blankenship, Michelle Kreusch, Amanda Smothers, Daren P'Pool, Amber Allen, Ashley Scamahorn, Cody P'Pool and Aspen Stith; 27 great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren.

Funeral services will be at 2 pm, on Tuesday, Sept. 10, at Stites Station Baptist Church in West Point with cremation to follow.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

Jefferson Co., KY, Birth: https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:QKHN-3ZLT

Pamela J. Ppool, 26Oct1957 – D/o Yvonne Shinn

Bullet Co., KY, Marriage: https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:QKH6-8H8H

Douglas R. Blankenship, b.1955 - Pamela J. Ppool, b.1958 – m.07Jun1975

Christian Co., KY, Birth; https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:QKH5-R17G

Douglas R. Blankenship, 02Dec1954 – S/o Edna Austin

Henderson

+2018, Henderson, Henderson Co., KY, Obituary

Published in The Gleaner on Jan 11, 2018

Barbara Epling Blankenship, age 87, of Henderson, KY passed away at 11:10PM, Monday, January 8, 2018 at Good Samaritan Home in Evansville, IN.

Barbara was raised on Third Street and grew up next door to the First United Methodist Church. She went to Barrett Manual Training High School and graduated in 1948. Then she attended both Hanover College and Bowling Green Business School. After her schooling, she assisted in the County Clerk's office until her marriage to Arden Blankenship on December 31, 1951. They settled in Jeffersonville, IN where she was a homemaker and mother. She returned to Henderson in the early 1980's to be closer to family. She enjoyed spending time playing and watching tennis at the downtown courts named after her uncle Karl "Doc" Hosbach. Other hobbies included needlecrafts, reading, and watching UK basketball. As an active member of First United Methodist, Barbara enjoyed serving in the church where she played as a child.

In addition to her parents, Owen Kermit and Pearl Epling, Barbara was preceded in death by her husband of 63 years Arden Baker Blankenship, daughter Lyn Carol Blankenship, two brothers, David Epling and Owen Kermit Epling, Jr.

Survivors include: Daughter: Debbie Ann Davis, of Evansville, IN; 2 Sons: John Baker Blankenship, and his wife Pat, of Hudson, OH, Jeffrey David Blankenship and Jessica Hayes-Conroy, of Rochester, NY; 3 Grandsons: Niko Baker Blankenship and his wife Jordanne, John Robert Davis, Jr. and his wife Sabrina, and Miles Conroy-Blankenship; 1 Great Granddaughter: Rylie Nikole Blankenship

Funeral Services will be conducted at 10:00am Friday, January 12, 2018 at Tapp Funeral Home, with Rev. James Wofford officiating. Burial will follow at Fairmont Cemetery, Henderson, KY.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

2019, Henderson, Henderson Co., KY, Obituary

The Gleaner, (Henderson, KY) - June 23, 2019

Mark Dennis Marciniak, 60, of Henderson passed away June 20, 2019. Mark was born on Friday, March 20, 1959 to the late Aloysius and Eldo (Griepenstroh) Marciniak.

He worked as a truck driver for Williams Transport Incorporated and was a veteran of the United States Navy. Mark was a Christian and a wonderful husband. He loved riding motorcycles, fishing and watching college football, and he was a die-hard Cleveland Browns fan. He had a funny personality and loved to aggravate George and send photos to Ronnie. To his children, he was the "Ol Mighty One" and "A-one since day one" to his daughter.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Richard Marciniak and Neal Marciniak.

He is survived by his wife of 16 years, Paulette; children, Amanda Eklich (Matthew) of Brunswick, Ohio, Jonathan Marciniak (Crystal) of Tell City, Indiana, Cassy Leigh Blankenship of Clarksville, Tennessee and J.D. Kincheloe (Kendra) of Litchfield, Kentucky; sister, Christine Strelau (Martin) of Olmsted Township, Ohio; brothers, John Marciniak (Kathleen) of League City, Texas and his identical twin, Michael Marciniak of Belvidere, North Carolina; eight grandchildren, Owen Marciniak, Lauren Nocifera, Aiden Marciniak, Dylan Kincheloe, Mackenzie Kincheloe, Trevor Kincheloe, Lacey Kincheloe and Diana Kincheloe; one great-grandchild, Wren Kincheloe; three nephews and one niece.

Funeral Services will be on Tuesday, June 25, 2019, at 1 pm, at Tomblinson Funeral Home, Henderson Chapel with Joey Griepenstroh officiating. Following the service, military rites will be conducted by the American Legion Worsham Post #40.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

Hopkins

2019, Hanson, Hopkins Co., KY, Obituary

The Messenger, (Madisonville, KY) - June 15, 2019

Charles H. Young, 82, of Hanson, passed away June 14, 2019, at his home surrounded by his family. He was born Feb. 24, 1937, in Fruit Hill, Kentucky, the son of the late Elbert Young and Lola Duvall Young.

Mr Young was a member of Grapevine Baptist Church where he served as a deacon. He served three terms as mayor of Hanson, worked 20 years at Peabody Coal Co. Vogue Mine and was a member of Hanson Lodge 766 F&AM. He was a member of the Rizpah Temple where he was a former member of the "Cut Ups" and he enjoyed fishing and spoiling his grandchildren.

Mr. Young also was preceded in death by two brothers and two sisters.

Mr. Young is survived by his wife of 64 years, Linda of Hanson; two daughters, Pana Carver of Madisonville and Karen (Robey)Blankenship of Hanson; one son, Charlie (Tammy) Young of Hanson; one brother, Dutch (Jessie) Young of Hopkinsville; two sisters, Janey and Dorothy, both of Hopkinsville; his grandchildren, Kristi (Brian) Johnson, Ginger and Lindsay Carver, Michelle (Jamie) Moore, Joshua (Amber) Mitchell, Eric Mitchell, Tristan Blankenship, Cecily (Jeremy) Harris and Austin (Breanna) Young; and nine great-grandchildren.

Services will be 2 pm, Monday, at Grapevine Baptist Church in Madisonville with Dr. Mark Partin officiating. Pallbearers will be Austin Young, Josh Mitchell, Tristan Blankenship, Eric Mitchell, C. J. Manis, and Robey Blankenship. Honorary pallbearers will be Ginger and Lindsay Carver.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

+2018, Madisonville, Hopkins Co., KY, Obituary

The Messenger, (Madisonville, KY) - July 24, 2018

Dorinda Jane Sholar-Gibson, 73 of Madisonville, KY passed away Monday, July 23, 2018 at her residence. She was born October 9, 1944 in Manitou, KY to the late Rev. Sidney Blankenship and Evangelist Ethel Strunk Blankenship.

Dorinda enjoyed being outside, working cross word puzzles, watching QVC, loved her dog Scarlett and loved being on her computer. She attended the House of Prayer Church.

She was also preceded in death by her brother, Ferrell Blankenship and one great Nephew.

She is survived by her husband, Norman "Skip" Gibson, step-daughter, Debbie Gibson of Nortonville, KY; two step-grandchildren , Dalton Gibson, and Destiny Faulkerson both of Nortonville; one niece, Schyrel (Richard) Osborn of Providence, KY; two great nieces, two great great nieces and three great great nephews.

Memorial Services will be held at a later date

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

2019, Madisonville, Hopkins Co., KY, Obituary

The Messenger, (Madisonville, KY) - November 9, 2019

Anthony "Tony" Shemwell, 66 of Madisonville, KY passed away Thursday, November 7, 2019 at his residence. He was born September 22, 1953 in Lincoln Park, MI to the late Clarence and Ruby Johnson Shemwell.

Tony was a retired coal miner who loved camping, motorcycles, and classic cars. He was dedicated to his family, especially his grandkids.

He is survived by his wife, Judy Mallory Shemwell of Madisonville; three daughters, Stacey (David) Harvey of Manitou, KY, Sarah (Clint) Gipson of Madisonville, and Jennifer (Jonathan) Cates of Whiteman AFB, MO; four sisters, Sharon Martin of Beech Creek, KY, Carolyn Blankenship of Greenville, Donna Ward of Bremen, KY and Melissa Mallory of Greenville, KY; three brothers, Wayne Shemwell of Browder, KY, Glen Shemwell of Beech Creek, KY, and Ricky Shemwell of Calhoun, KY; and eight grandchildren.

Funeral services will be 2:00 pm, Sunday, November 10, 2019, at Barnett-Strother Funeral Home with Glendle Hardison and Pastor Phillip Cook officiating. Burial will follow in Bethlehem Cemetery.

Pallbearers will be David Harvey, Clint Gipson, Jonathan Cates, Lucas Shemwell, Aaron Martin, and Andrew Ward.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

2018, Nortonville, Hopkins Co., KY, Obituary

The Messenger, (Madisonville, KY) - August 25, 2018

Louis Marshall Cummings, 45 [1973], of Nortonville died Thursday, Aug. 23, 2018, at Deaconess Midtown Hospital, Evansville, [Vanderburgh Co., IN].

He was a construction worker.

Survivors include his wife, Brittany Leibenguth Cummings; sons Brighton Cummings, Braxton Leibenguth and Braden Thomas; daughter Katelin Blankenship; and sister Rebecca Cobb.

Service: 1 p.m. Monday at Tucker Funeral Home, Central City. Burial: Mount Carmel Cemetery.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

+2018, Saint Charles, Hopkins Co., KY, Obituary

The Messenger, (Madisonville, KY) - October 14, 2018

Beulah Louise Smith Fuller, 88, of St. Charles passed away Friday, Oct. 12, 2018, at her home. She was born in St. Charles on Aug. 21, 1930, to the late Benjamin Thomas Smith and Lucy Evans Sneed Smith.

She was of the Christian faith. She was a homemaker.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Billy Boone Fuller, in 2012; a sister, Mary Grace Blankenship; and a brother, Cleveland Smith.

She is survived by her eight children, Andria Willis and her husband, Pierce, of Madisonville, Janet Herndon and her husband, Allen, of Nortonville, Sharon Frankin and her husband, Loyd, of St. Charles, Cynthia Dame and her husband, Roger, of Nortonville, Sandra Reynolds and her fiancé, Mike Meehan, of St. Charles, Hope Stillwell and her husband, Jerald, of St. Charles, Anthony Fuller and his wife, Gilda, of St. Charles, and Lamond Fuller and his wife, Norma, of St. Charles; 19 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; eight great-great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

Services will be 11 a.m. Wednesday at Reid-Walters Funeral Home in Earlington with Brother Paul Brewer officiating. Burial will follow at Fuller Family Cemetery in St. Charles. Pallbearers will be Mrs. Fuller's grandsons.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

+2018, White Plains, Hopkins Co., KY, Obituary

The Messenger, (Madisonville, KY) - April 10, 2018

Lionel Howard Blankenship, 86 [1932], of White Plains died Monday, April 9, 2018, at Baptist Health Hospital.

Survivors include his children, LaQuata Jones, Judy Key, Johnny Key, Bengy Key and Rengy Key; and sister Elsie Bagby.

Service: Noon Wednesday at Bandy Funeral Home. Burial: Concord Cemetery.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

Jefferson

2018, Fairdale, Jefferson Co., KY, Death

Published in the Courier - Journal on Oct 5 2018

Joann Blankenship, Fairdale, 77, 03-Oct,

Schoppenhorst, Underwood and Brooks Funeral Home.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

2018, Fairdale, Jefferson Co., KY, Obituary

http://www.subfuneralhome.com/obituary/joann-blankenship

Ms. Joann Blankenship, age 77, of Fairdale, returned to her Heavenly Father on Wednesday, October 3, 2018. She was born in Kyrock, Edmonson County, Kentucky on July 25, 1941.

Ms. Blankenship was a current member of Bethel Missionary Baptist Church but was a longtime member of New Hope Baptist Church. She was a dedicated employee for World Tobacco.

Among those who preceded her in death include, her parents, Jack and Loretta Rich; her brother, Rex Leon Rich and her husband of 28 years, Jimmie William Blankenship.

She leaves to cherish her memory, her daughters, Susan Ogle and Minta Gail Duff (Pat); grandchildren, Philip Nolan Carter (Emma), Brittany Ann Ogle (Brandon), Brittney A. Duff (Brian) and Erin Hopper (Dakota); 4 great- grandchildren; siblings, Lula Francis Vincent, David Rich (Denise), Reva Annette Coats and Jimmie Allen Rich; numerous nieces, nephews and a host of other dear family and friends.

Funeral service will be held at 12:00 pm on Monday, October 8, 2018 in the chapel of Schoppenhorst, Underwood and Brooks Funeral Home (Preston Hwy. at Brooks Rd.) with burial at Louisville Memorial Gardens West.

2018, Louisville, Jefferson Co., KY, Obituary

The State Journal, (Frankfort, KY) - May 11, 2018

Beverly J. (England) Melton, 82, of Louisville, passed away Tuesday, May 8, 2018.

Beverly is a member of Shively Baptist Church. She was an entrepreneur and had served as an Alderwoman with the Louisville Board of Alderman, seventh Ward having served several terms as President.

She is preceded in death by her husband, George Melton Jr.

Survivors include her five children, Gordon Allan Melton (Susan), GiGi Blankenship (Ron), Patrick Michael Melton (Lindsey), Grant Allan Melton (Stephanie) and Christopher Allan Melton (Sarah); seven grandchildren, Patrick, Matthew, Jake, Grace, Jonathan, Timothy and Macy.

Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday at Owen Funeral Home, 5317 Dixie Highway, with burial in Bethany Cemetery.

+2018, Louisville, Jefferson Co., KY, Obituary

Daily Journal (Franklin, IN) - January 6, 2019

Sondra Kay Blankenship, 5, Louisville, Kentucky, died January 4, 2019. Daughter of Patricia (Witham) Childers.

Service Tuesday at 1 pm, Flinn and Maguire Funeral Home in Franklin.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

+2018, Louisville, Jefferson Co., KY, Obituary

http://www.flinnmaguire.net/obituary/sondra-blankenship

Sondra Kay Blankenship, 51, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Friday, Januiary 4, 2019 in Louisville, Kentucky. She was born on September 7, 1967 in Indianapolis, Indiana to Patricia (Witham) Childers (Farris), who survives.

Sondra attended MidCity Barber School. She was a member of the General Assembly and Church of the First Born. She enjoyed quilting, reading and exercising.

She is also survived by son, Aaron Scott Blankenship (Gregori); grandsons, Carson, Jackson and Emerson; brother, Kevin Thornberry and Nieces, Taylor and Madison.

She was preceded in passing by her brother, Jeffery Scott Thornberry; grandparents, Bert and Wilma (Rhude) Witham; Aunt, Linda Jo (Witham) Spears and Uncles, John, Thomas and Dennis Witham.

A celebration of Sondra’s life will be held on Tuesday, January 8th at 1:00 p.m. at Flinn and Maguire Funeral Home, 2898 North Morton Street, (U.S. 31 North) in Franklin with calling on Tuesday from 11:00 a.m. to time of service at the funeral home. Burial will be at Greenlawn Cemetery in Franklin.

Jefferson Co., KY, Marriage; https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:QKH8-DNQX

Thomas Blankenship, 19 [1967] - Sondra K. Thornberry, 18 [1968] – m.21Apr1986

Jefferson Co., KY, Birth; https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:QKHF-4TPZ

Thomas Ell Blankenship – b.1966 – S/o Shirley M. Rasnick

+2018, Louisville, Jefferson Co., KY, Death

Published in The Courier-Journal on Feb. 3, 2019

Corey Michael Blankenship, 22, 01-Feb, Louisville

Louisville Memorial Gardens Funeral Home.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

+2018, Louisville, Jefferson Co., KY, Obituary

https://www.louisvillemgwest.com/notices/CoreyMichael-Blankenship

Corey Michael Blankenship, 22, of Louisville, son of Shannon L. Blankenship Chandler & George Allen Robertson, died Friday, February 1, 2019 at his residence. Corey was born April 26, 1996 in Louisville and was a 2015 graduate of Iroquois High School.

He was a self made man possessing many talents. Among them he was a certified welder and plumber and was very well versed in small engine repair among other things.

Corey was preceded in death by his step-father, Brian Chandler, grandfathers, Dennis Morris and Buford Robertson, great grandmother, Mildred Blankenship and uncle, Joseph Blankenship.

Besides his parents he leaves to cherish his memory, sisters, Kali Masden (Austin Kelly), Brooklynn Chandler and Dawn Gail Robertson, grandmothers, Juanita Angelini & Paula Dean Robertson, great grandfather, Bob Blankenship, aunts, Heather Pickhard, Christy Pickhard & Brandy Crabb, uncles, Brian Little and Kyle Boyd, special cousin, Tyler Blankenship and the love of his life, Shelby Redmon. Several other aunts, uncles and lots of special, loving, extended family and friends are left behind to remember the big “Momma’s Boy” who walked in a room and lit up with his wit and humor. He was such a giving and caring person who will be missed by all that ever knew him.

Johnson

2018, Thelma, Johnson Co., KY, Obituary

The Columbus Dispatch, (OH) - March 30, 2018

Lee Roy Malone, Sr. age 75, of Bob's Branch, Thelma, Kentucky (formerly of Hilliard, Ohio), passed away Thursday, March 22, 2018. Lee was born on Jan 6, 1943 in Lawrence County, Ohio, to the late Cloyd Malone and Audrey Bostic Malone.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his daughter Angela Sue Malone and his son Lee Roy Malone, Jr.

He is survived by his wife, Faye Rice Malone and her three daughters, Tina, Missy and Samantha; two brothers, Ray Malone and Joe Malone; 12 grandchildren and nine great grandchildren, especially Richard, Zach, Ashley and Sierra.

Lee was a 1961 graduate of Franklin Heights High School where he was well known for his baseball skills. He played softball on several Teams in Hilliard, Ohio, where he was an active member of the community. Lee was a well-known Umpire in the Columbus area where he officiated numerous games each season. He was self-employed and spent many years traveling around the Country to assist in establishing numerous Seal Master Franchises. Lee was dedicated to providing excellent customer service for everything he was involved in.

Funeral Services were held on Sunday, March 25, 2018 at the Jones-Preston Funeral Home in Paintsville, KY and was buried in the Blankenship-Estep Cemetery, Bob's Branch, Thelma, KY.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

Knox

+2018, Barbourville, Knox Co., KY, Obituary

The Mountain Advocate, (Barbourville, KY) - August 17, 2018

Mrs. Pollie Bryant Hall, 95, of Barbourville, the widow of Frank Hall, passed away Friday morning, July 20, 2018 at the Barbourville Health and Rehabilitation Center. She was born on June 11, 1923, in Knox County the daughter of the late Ben and Rachel Matlock Bryant.

Pollie was a homemaker and a member of the Old Poplar Creek Baptist Church. She enjoyed gospel music and preaching on television and in earlier years crocheting.

In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by four sisters, Fannie Blankenship, Mossie Johnson, Mary Lovitt and Mollie Lawson and two brothers, Clarence and George Bryant.

Survivors include a sister, Alma "Opal" Powers of Bryants Store; a special great-great nephew who she called her "boy", Matthew Abner; several nieces and nephews; long-time caregiver, Ann Floyd; among other loved ones and dear friends.

Her funeral service was conducted in the chapel of the Knox Funeral Home Sunday, July 22 at 2 P.M. with Rev. Ronnie Rose and Rev. Michael Floyd officiating. She was laid to rest in the Evans Cemetery at Kingtown. Casket bearers were family and friends.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

+2018, Gray, Knox Co., KY, Obituary

The News Journal, (Corbin, KY) - July 11, 2018

Jerry W. Miracle, 64, of Gray, passed away on Monday, July 2, 2018 at his home. He was born in Clay County to the late Floyd Miracle and Myrtle Holland Miracle.

Jerry was a member of New Vision Pentecostal Church.

Jerry is survived by his wife, Brenda Miracle, daughters, Shelly Cornett (Russ), and Misty Steele (Bruce); grandchildren; Jacob Miracle (Rachel), Corey Dixon, Daryl Hannah Blankenship, Briana Steele, Derek Steele, Bailey Steele, and Brody Cornett; eight great grandchildren; Aiden, Kobe, Jacob, Axton, Payton, Keira, Paizley, and MacKenzie; and brother, William "Willie" Miracle.

The funeral service was held Thursday July 5, at the Vankirk-Grisell Funeral Home with Rev. Kenny Johnson and Rev. Charlie Humfleet officiating. Burial followed in Calvary Cemetery in Corbin.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

Whitley Co., KY, Birth: https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:QKHR-4MXW

Daryl Hannah Blankenship - 15Sep1992 – Mother; Shelly L. Miracle.

Knox Co., KY, Marriage: https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:QKHD-FQL2

Darrell R. Blankenship, 29 (1962) - Shelly L. Miracle, 20 (1971) - 25Nov1991

Whitley Co., KY, Birth: https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:QKHK-GB12

Darrell Ray Blankenship – 1962 – Mother; Violet L. Vaughn.

Laurel

+2018, Keavy, Laurel Co., KY, Funeral

Lexington Herald-Leader (KY) - April 13, 2018

Roy E. Blankenship, 74.

Visitation 11am Sat. until Funeral at 2pm, Vankirk-Grisell. http://www.vankirkgrisellfuneralhome.com

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

+2018, Keavy, Laurel Co., KY, Obituary

http://vankirkgrisellfuneralhome.com/tribute/details/3365/Roy-Blankenship/obituary.html#tribute-start

Roy Eugene Blankenship, 74, of Keavy, KY, passed away on Tuesday, April 11, 2018 at The Kentucky One Health St. Joseph Hospital, London, KY. He was born November 20, 1943 in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, to the late John and Vivian Hickson Blankenship.

Roy enjoyed fishing, hunting and playing bingo, and had worked as a press operator for Chrysler Corp.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his son Wayne Blankenship; five brothers L. C. Blankenship, Clayton Blankenship, J. R. Blankenship, Jimmy Blankenship, and Jack Blankenship; and four sisters Geraldine Blankenship, Mattie Irene Karr, Francis Lomax, and Alice Ferrell.

Roy is survived by his wife Carol Blankenship and former wife Becky Blankenship; five children: Terri Gutierrez (Elias) of Murfreesboro, TN, Kay Everett (Phil) of Rockport, Indiana, Roy Lee Blankenship (Kathy), Maryann Wilson, and Gary Ray Blankenship (Melissa), all of Owensboro, KY; two siblings Maxine Smith Rogers (Jeff) and Gerald Blankenship (former wife Lisa) of Corbin; seven grandchildren and three great-grandchildren, along with a host of nieces, nephews, and friends.

Funeral service will be held at 2:00 PM Saturday, April 14, at Vankirk-Grisell Funeral Home with Preacher Larry Adkins officiating. Burial will be in the Roark Cemetery.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

+2018, Lily, Laurel Co., KY, Obituary

The Times-Tribune, (Corbin, KY) - March 14, 2018

Allan Ray Reeves, 52, of Lily, passed away Monday, March 12, 2018, at St. Joseph Hospital at London, [Laurel Co., KY]. He was born in Whitley County, a son of Doris Martin Reeves and the late Jerry A. Reeves.

Allan was a self-employed truck driver and believed in the Baptist faith. He enjoyed camping and horseback riding.

Allan was also preceded in death by his grandparents Jess and Rotha Reeves, and Everett and Flora Martin, his mother-in-law Pauline Abner, and niece Amber Nicole Evans.

Survivors include his wife Rosie Reeves and his mother Doris Reeves, both of Lily; sisters Vickie Blankenship (Charles) of London and Teresa Sullivan (John) of Lily; brothers Mike Reeves (Wanda) of Barbourville and Mick Reeves; and numerous other family members and friends.

Funeral will be conducted at 2 p.m. Friday, March 16, at the Vankirk-Grisell Funeral Home with the Rev. Anthony Reaves and Rev. John Miles officiating. Burial will follow at Cumberland Memorial Gardens. Pallbearers will be Zack Abner, Terry Abner, Butch Blankenship, Joshua Reeves, Eric Nantz, and Jerry Sullivan.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

+2018, London, Laurel Co., KY, Obituary

The Sentinel Echo, (London, KY) - January 30, 2018

Marjorie Gilbert Chaney, 95, passed away peacefully Saturday, January 27, 2018, in Corbin, [Whitley Co., KY]. Mrs. Chaney was born on December 20, 1922, to the late Levi and Lucy Martin Gilbert.

She graduated from Bush High School. She was united in marriage to her loving husband Cleo Chaney, who also preceded her in death. She was employed at Dyche Jones Food Store and retired from Sears. She was a lifelong member of Lily Missionary Baptist Church, the London Garden Club, Daughters of the American Revolution, Laurel County Democratic Party and the London Homemaker's Club. Mrs. Chaney was a fierce and devoted woman. She enjoyed quilting, sewing, visiting with family and friends and spending time with her grandchildren.

In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by her son, Keith Chaney; siblings, Jessie Blankenship (Stanley), Vernon Gilbert, and Martin Gilbert.

She is survived by her son, Wayne Chaney and wife Yvette, of London; grandchildren, Marlene Chaney McKenzie, of London, Misty Dugger Judy, of Frankfort; and Angel Dugger Subbert and husband Jeff, of Florida; her great-grandchildren, Lauren Kate Prichard, of Frankfort, Savannah McKenzie, of London, Elizabeth and Addison Judy, both of Frankfort; and Wyatt Subbert, of Florida; sisters-in-law, Nell and Velna Gilbert. She was also blessed with several nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Services for Mrs. Chaney will be held at London Funeral Home at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, January 31, 2018, with Rev. Wilmer Evans officiating. Burial will follow at A.R. Dyche Memorial Park.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/144439728/jessie-gilbert-blankenship

Jessie Gilbert Blankenship – b.03Jan1924 d.28Mar1972

Burial: A.R. Dyche Memorial Park London, Laurel Co., KY

Lawrence

2018, Louisa, Lawrence Co., KY, Obituary

Coal Valley News (Madison, WV) - May 10, 2018

Harry L. Reed, 91, of Louisa, KY, formerly of Nolan, WV, passed away Tuesday, May 8, 2018, at River's Bend Healthcare Center in South Point, OH. Born July 28, 1926, at Nolan, WV, he was the son of the late Wallace and Mary Soukulech Reed.

Harry was a retired watch engineer from the Appalachian Regional Hospital and a member of the Nolan Freewill Baptist Church. He was a veteran, having served his country as a member of the U.S. Army during World War II.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Edis Blevins Reed, his son, Paul C. Reed, three brothers, John Wallace, Perry and Donald Reed, and an infant sister.

Survivors include his daughter, Donna Chafin of Louisa, KY; one brother, Robert Reed of Louisa, KY; one sister, Gay (Charles) Deskins of Columbus, OH; his grandchildren, Carissa (Josh) Noe, Kayla (Bruce) Blankenship, Terri Sword, John Paul Reed and Jarrett Reed. Also surviving are seven great-grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews and friends.

Graveside services will be conducted Friday, May 11, 2018, at 1 p.m. at the Mountain View Memory Gardens, Maher, WV, with Brother Ray Taylor and Brother Earl White officiating, with burial to follow. Military honors will be presented by the Belfry Chapter 141 of the DAV.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

+2018, Louisa, Lawrence Co., KY, Obituary

https://www.legacy.com/obituaries/name/Oscar-Blankenship-obituary?pid=189023838

Oscar "Buck" Blankenship, 69, of Louisa died Friday, May 11, 2018 at Three Rivers Medical Center. Buck was born April 20, 1949 in Lawrence County to the late Wayne and Agnes Blankenship.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife Brenda Blankenship, his son Russell Wayne "Rusty" Blankenship, and his brothers Fred Blankenship and Danny Blankenship.

Survivors include his grandson Derek Prater; sister and brother in law Debbie and Mark Burdette; and nieces and nephews Danny Lee Burdette, Michael Blankenship, Karly Harris, Taylor Blankenship, Tracy Harrison, Nate Harrison, Tate Harrison, Aiden Blankenship, Lilly Blankenship and Mattie Blankenship.

Funeral services will be conducted Thursday, May 17, 2018 at 1:00 PM at the Young Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow in the Pine Hill Cemetery.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

2019, Louisa, Lawrence Co., KY, Obituary

Lexington Herald-Leader (KY) - March 13, 2019

Mr. Clyde C. Johns, Jr. 81, of Louisa, KY, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, March 11, 2019. He was the loving son of Clyde and Elva Johns, Sr., who preceded him in death.

He was also preceded in death by his grandson Trenton Hataway and his nephew Christopher Johns.

Clyde is survived by his loving wife of 40 years, Isabelle Johns and his brother Harold G. (Doris) Johns. He is also survived by his children: Sandra (Leon) Hataway and Clyde Gene (Robin) Johns; grandchildren Breanne Johns, Taylor Johns, Whitney Genee' (Zane) Morrison, Jacqui Johns, Gabriel Johns, and Rebecca Johns; stepchildren Marty Roberts and Rita (David) Boggs; grandchildren Kayla E. (Josh) Kelly, Jacqueline (Bradley) Holt, and Samantha Boggs; great grandchildren Raiden Kelly and Kinston Kelly; and niece and nephew Beverly (Gary) Blankenship and Kevin (Betsy) Johns.

Clyde was a very active member of First Baptist Church of Louisa. He was a Deacon and a Sunday School Teacher. He was Chairman of the Board of Trustees for Trinity Christian Academy. He was a retired detective with the Kentucky State Police. Clyde served as Lawrence County Judge Executive, was a member of the Executive Board of FIVCO, and a member of Gideons International. Clyde served the Governor's office under both terms of Governor Paul Patton. In addition, Clyde helped organize the annual class reunions for Louisa High School. Clyde loved gardening, fishing, old cartoons, and a good western book or movie.

Funeral services for Clyde will be conducted Thursday, March 14, 2019 at 1:00 pm, at the First Baptist Church of Louisa with Pastor Chuck Price officiating. Burial will follow in Greenlawn Cemetery. Young Funeral Home.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

2019, Louisa, Lawrence Co., KY, Obituary

Lexington Herald-Leader (KY) - March 17, 2019

Ms. Jamie S. Humble Schritter, 64, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, March 13, 2019. Jamie was born September 25, 1954 in Louisa, KY to Eloise and James Delbert Humble Sr.

Jamie will be remembered for how much she loved her children and grandchildren.

In addition to her father, she is preceded in death by her sister Mary Ellen LeMaster and her brother James Humble Jr.

Survivors include her mother, her children Lisa Gail (John) Wippler, Jackie Lynn (Jack)Blankenship, Michael David (Amy) Schritter, Daniel Joseph (Mandy) Schritter, and Donald Nathan Schritter; her grandchildren whom she loved very much John Edward (Natalie) Wippler IV, Zachary Nathaniel Wippler, Joseph Caleb Ryan Schritter, Madison Jade Blankenship, Nicholas Drake McGuire, and Michael Logan Schritter; great grandson John Edward Wippler V; sisters Sandra Moore, Debra Ann Davis, and Tammy Kalb; and a host of nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be conducted Monday, March 18, 2019 at 1:00 pm, in the Young Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Keith Workman officiating. Burial will follow in the Buchanan Chapel Cemetery.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

+2019, Webbville, Lawrence Co., KY, Obituary

Published in Lexington Herald-Leader on June 14, 2019

Irene Fay (Evans) Blankenship, 87, of Webbville, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, June 13, 2019 at the Jordan Center in Louisa, [Lawrence Co.,] KY. Irene was born July 16, 1931 in Chattaroy, WV to the late John and Elva (Crabtree) Evans.

Irene had made a profession of Faith in Christ.

In addition to her parents Irene was preceded in death by her husband Thurman Blankenship and her brothers Andy Evans, Lee Evans, William Evans, Arnold Evans and John Evans.

Surviving are her son Thurman Blankenship; sisters Mary Naegel and Hazel Hogston; brother Joe Evans; and many nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be conducted Sunday, June 16, 2019, at 11:00 am, at the Young Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow in the Evans Cemetery in Webbville.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

+2019, Webbville, Lawrence Co., KY, Obituary

Lexington Herald-Leader (KY) - June 22, 2019

Larry Joe Evans, 74, of Webbville, KY went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, June 19, 2019, at Kingsbrook Lifecare Center in Ashland, [Boyd Co.,] KY. He was born April 4, 1945 in Louisa, KY to the late John and Elva (Crabtree) Evans.

Mr. Evans was retired from the Retail Clerks Union.

In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his brothers Andy Evans, Lee Evans, William Evans, Arnold Evans, and John Evans; and his sister Irene Blankenship.

Survivors include his children Larry Joe Evans, II and Dixie Roxanne Evans; brother Roger Evans; sisters Mary Naegel and Hazel Hogston; many grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be conducted Sunday, June 23, 2019, at 11:00 am, at the Young Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow in the Evans Cemetery in Webbville.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

Lincoln

2018, Crab Orchard, Lincoln Co., KY, Obituary

The Interior Journal, (Stanford, KY) - November 29, 2018

Bro. John Milton Harness, Jr., 69, of Crab Orchard, passed away Tuesday, Nov. 20, at the Ephraim McDowell Regional Medical Center in Danville, [Boyle Co., KY]. Born November 10, 1949, in Stanford, John was a son of the late Margie Marie (Denny) and John Milton Harness, Sr.

He had formerly worked for Ephraim McDowell and the Garrard County Hospital in Environmental Services. John was a graduate of the Anderson University with a degree in Theology. He was a member and a former minister of the Church of God. Pastorates include West Side First Church of God in Cape Girardeau, Missouri, Maxey's Valley First Church of God, Hustonville and Singletontown First Church of God, Eubank.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one brother, Gary Gail Harness; and two sisters, Deborah Brown and Donna Burdine.

Survivors include his three daughters, Julie Ann Dickey, Mindy Harness, and Ashley and husband Bryan Dunaway; brother, Dr. J. Harold Harness and his wife Virginia; sister, Betty and her husband Charlie Blankenship; grandchildren, Kristin and Samantha Dickey and John Malcom Dunaway; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Funeral services were Friday, Nov. 23, at McKnight Funeral Home Chapel in Crab Orchard with Bro. Tom Denney officiating. Burial was in the Providence Church of Christ Cemetery.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

2019, Stanford, Lincoln Co., KY, Obituary

The Reporter-Times, (Martinsville, IN) - August 8, 2019

Lisa Denise Derringer, 58, Stanford, KY, passed away Thursday morning, August 1, 2019 at her home. She was born on Wednesday, January 25, 1961 in Indianapolis, IN, to Rodrick and Ruth A. (Knox) Derringer.

Lisa was a 1979 graduate of Eminence High School. She was a semi-truck driver over 35 years and was currently driving for Jim Beam Distillery in KY. Lisa enjoyed dancing, being outside working around her home mowing, riding horses, caring for her dogs and donkeys, as well as home improvements. She especially loved being with her grandchildren.

Lisa was preceded in death by a son, Cody R. Weesner; father, Rod; brothers, Brian Derringer and Frank Derringer.

Survivors are her children, Randall L. Blankenship and wife Shelly of Indianapolis and Candy J. Ellis and husband Brian of Hustonville, KY; mother, Ruth of Monrovia; brother, John Derringer of Brazil; sister, Donna Derringer of Monrovia; grandchildren, Jessica Ellis, Hailey Blankenship, Layla Blankenship, Mirra Blankenship, Wyatt Weesner, Walker Weesner, Kodi Weesner and Wrylie Weesner.

The funeral service will be at 1:00 pm, Saturday, August 10, 2019 at the Hazelwood Christian Church, 9947 South County Road 0, Clayton, IN 46118, with Rev. Steve Ranson officiating. Burial will be at Center Valley Cemetery in Clayton.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

Logan

2018, Auburn, Logan Co., KY, Obituary

Daily News (Bowling Green, KY) - June 30, 2018

Pearl Hensley Willis, 83 of Auburn died Friday, June 29, 2018 at her residence. The Marion, NC native was a daughter of the late Otis and Ada Owensby Hensley and wife of the late Charles Willis.

She was a machine operator at Firestone, a former member of Smiths Grove Baptist Church and a member of Woodburn Baptist Church.

She is preceded in death by a son Charles "Chuck" Willis, one grandson, Robert Willis, two brothers, Frank and Albert Hensley and two sisters, Bonnie Johnson and Frances Wright.

Her survivors include her daughter, Brenda Wheeler (Sam), honorary daughter, Diane Smith (Charles); two sons, Robert Willis (Kerri) and Tony Willis (Tina); six grandchildren, Jennifer Han, Jason Blankenship, Michelle Wisby, Michael Willis, Amanda Ventress, Jessica Willis; 15 great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.

Funeral service 11 a.m Monday at Hardy & Son Funeral Home, Smiths Grove Chapel with burial in Smiths Grove Cemetery.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

2018, Russellville, Logan Co., KY, Obituary

News-Democrat & Leader (Russellville, KY) - September 11, 2018

Nancy Jane Reid, 73, of Russellville, was called home to be with her Lord and Savior on Sept. 4, 2018. She was born June 25, 1945, in Logan County, KY. to Samuel Wesley Reid and Mamie Gladys Reneau.

Nancy was preceded in death by her parents, as well as her brother, Samuel Logan Reid; her husband, Donald Lee Howitt; her nephew, and a dear friend, Shirley Scott.

Surviving her are six children, Gwen Wilson (Joe) of Elkton, Terri Latham and Billy Howitt of Louisville, Juanita Darden, Heather Davis (Joey), and Megan Willhite all of Auburn; 14 grandchildren, Loretta White (Austin) of Sharon Grove, Kallie Wilson of Lexington, Rachel Taunton (Andrew) of Norfolk, VA, Danielle Anderson (Kelly) of Russellville, Tara Blankenship (Lacey) of Bowling Green, Tyler Howitt of Auburn, Hannah Montgomery of Russellville, Ray Darden (Cheyenna) of Edmonton, Mamie and Logan and Gwendolyn Darden, Brittany and Bryant Haley and Zoey Davis all of Auburn, and four great-grandchildren, Marah and Caleb White, Hallie Howitt, Lasley and baby Darden. Also, surviving is her son-in-law, Bruce Haley; dear friends, Brenda Bromm, Pat Sherman, Mac and Sheila Reynolds, A. B. Willhite and Phyllis White; three nieces; three nephews, and several other extended family members.

Cremation was chosen and a private service will be held at a later date.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

Madison

2019, Richmond, Madison Co., KY, Obituary

The Richmond Register, (KY) - April 10, 2019

Mr. Virgil Isaacs, known as "Groundhog" to many friends, age 89, passed away Tuesday, April 9, 2019 at Compassionate Care Center. He was the son of William Carlos Isaacs and Hazel Murphy Isaacs, was born in Foxtown, Kentucky on December 23, 1929.

Mr. Isaacs retired from IBM and enjoyed hunting and gardening. He was a US Army Veteran and served during the Korean Conflict.

In November 1957, he was united in marriage to Garnet Rose Moore Isaacs who preceded him in death on October 15, 2013. He was also preceded in death by two brothers: Ivan Isaacs and Orbin Isaacs.

Survivors include: two sons: Randall & Marjorie Isaacs of Richmond and Aaron & Tara Isaacs of Louisville; his brother: Lonnie Isaacs; four sisters: Farry & Sam Hawley, Wilma Lakes, Wanda & Ed Blankenship and Brenda & Russell Brockman; two grandchildren: Daniel Isaacs and Jarred Isaacs; two sisters-in-law: Melissa Isaacs and Linda Isaacs and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

Funeral Services will be conducted at 11:00 am, Friday, April 12, 2019, at Combs, Parsons & Collins Funeral Home, with Rev. Ed Lainhart officiating. Burial will follow in the Madison County Memorial Gardens. Pallbearers will be Daniel Isaacs, Jarred Isaacs, Russell Brockman and Danny Ballinger.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

Marshall

+2018, Calvert City, Marshall Co., KY, Obituary

https://www.collierfuneralhome.com/obituaries/June-Rose-Blankenship-Sewell?obId=14933913#/obituaryInfo

Mrs. June Rose Sewell, age 85 of Calvert City, KY passed away Wednesday, May 23, 2018, at Lourdes Hospital in Paducah, KY. Born Saturday, July 9, 1932 in Parsons, TN, she was the daughter of the late Robert Blankenship and the late Anna Mae Elizabeth (Nagel) Blankenship.

She was retired from the Marshall County Board of Education where she worked as a Teacher's Aid and was also a Librarian for the Calvert City Library. She was a member of Calvert City First Baptist Church.

She was preceded in death by her parents, 2 brothers, and 2 sisters.

Surviving are her husband of 64 years, Leroy Sewell of Calvert City, KY, daughter, Anna Hodge, husband Billy of Calvert City, KY. son, Danny Sewell, wife Sandra of Calvert City, KY, brothers, Robert Blankenship of Parsons, TN, Morris "Jim" Blankenship, wife Gloria of Kokomo, IN, sisters, Katie Woolridge, husband Jim of Kokomo, IN, Bonnie Crisco, husband Chris of Tupelo, MS, grandchildren, Miranda Burnett, husband Dustin of Nashville, TN, Aaron Smith, wife Crystal of Calvert City, KY, Ben Sewell, wife Destiny of Valdosta, GA, Adam Smith, wife Annette of Paducah, KY, Amanda Shelly, husband Ryan of Paducah, KY, and 8 great-grandchildren.

A Funeral service will be at 1:00 pm, on Friday, May 25, 2018, at Collier Funeral Chapel located at 211 West 5th St. Benton, KY 42025 with Rev. Dr. Jim Ewing and Randy Blankenship officiating. Interment will follow in Dees Cemetery, Calvert City, KY.

Mason

+2018, Maysville, Mason Co., KY, Obituary

The Ledger Independent, (Maysville, KY) - October 9, 2018

Hollis Emerson Kabler, 63 [], passed away Saturday, Oct. 6, 2018, at the Care Center at Kenton Pointe. He was born in Maysville to the late Hollis Hord and Barbara Ann Blankenship Kabler.

He was retired from Black River and loved to fish, hunt and cut wood in his spare time.

He is preceded in death by his wife, Sylvia Oliver Kabler; a daughter, Segred Kabler; and a brother, Michael Hord Kabler.

Survivors include two sons, Hollis G. (Carolyn) Kabler of Maysville, Steven L. Kabler of Dover; four grandchildren, Hollis James Kabler, Hayven Renee Kabler, Haylee Grace Kabler and Malaya Renee Kabler; three sisters, Kim Rankin of Maysville, Patty (Rick) Combs of Aberdeen and Valerie Kabler of Germantown; one brother, Tim (Debi) Kabler of Germantown; and a host of nieces and nephews.

Services for Hollis E. Kabler will be held at the Dover Christian Church on Saturday, Oct. 13, 2018, at 1 p.m. with Pastor Danny Howard officiating. Burial will follow in the Rosemont Cemetery. Brell and Son Funeral Home.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

+2018, Maysville, Mason Co., KY, Obituary

https://www.friendfuneralhomes.com/notices/HollisBradley-Brown

Hollis Bradley Brown, a longtime resident of Maysville, Kentucky, passed away December 8, 2018 at Wesley Village in Wilmore [Jessamine Co., KY]. He was 87. He was born August 19, 1931, to Mattie Todd Brown and Lee Brown of Pulaski County.

He was a graduate of Eubank High School, Berea College, and the University of Kentucky. He served in the US Army near Regensburg, Germany from 1954 to 1956. He had a distinguished career with the University of Kentucky Cooperative Extension Service. He was 4-H agent in Lewis County and Taylor County, prior to spending most of his career as the Area Development Specialist for the ten-county Licking River Area. For the latter position, his office was in the Fleming County courthouse until the construction of the Maysville Community College, where he was one of the original occupants in 1969. He was a welcomed guest speaker at Homemaker meetings and garden club meetings. He enjoyed his long-running live monthly chat on WFTM radio's True to the Farm program hosted by Bill Stewart.

He was an active church member. During the years in Campbellsville, he and his wife Jill were youth group sponsors at Bethel Presbyterian Church. In Maysville, he was the founder of the audio tape ministry at Central United Methodist Church, where he held various leadership positions over a 45-year period. He was active in United Methodist Men at the local and district level. He served on the board of United Methodist Mountain Mission based in Jackson. He served as a lay speaker for United Methodist churches of the Maysville district.

He served in the leadership of the UK Agriculture Alumni organization. As an active retiree, he could be found daily walking the indoor track at the Maysville YMCA, where many considered him a friend. He was longtime secretary of the Mason County Men's Club.

He was preceded in death by sister Velma Brown Blankenship and brother John Barkley Brown.

He was married in 1958 to Clara "Jill" Wolfe, originally from Parsons, West Virginia, who survives him. Jill and Bradley met in the fall of 1953 at Berea College. Other survivors include daughter Jayne Brown Zimmerman (Jeff) of Deerfield, Illinois, John Bradley Brown (Jennifer) of Lexington, and four grandchildren: Kelsey Rose Brown, Kurtis Bradley Brown, Anna Zimmerman and Ellen Zimmerman.

A brief committal service will be held, near his boyhood home, at the Woodstock Baptist Church, 12600 KY Hwy 39, Somerset, KY 42503, on Tuesday, December 18, 2018 at 2:30 pm with Bradley's son-in-law, Rev. Jeff Zimmerman, officiating Burial, with full military honors performed by the Caswell-Saufley American Legion Post #18, will follow in Woodstock Cemetery.

A memorial service will be held at Wesley Village, 1125 Lexington Road, Wilmore, in the Wilmore Senior Community Center, on Wednesday, December 19, 2018 at 2:30 pm with Rev. Todd Nelson and Dr. John Oswalt officiating. Barnett, Demrow & Friend Funeral Home, Waynesburg, KY

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

McCracken

+2018, Paducah, McCracken Co., KY, Obituary

http://www.tributes.com/obituary/show/Jimmy-Don-Blankenship-106203414

Jimmy Don Blankenship, December 20, 1956 - June 20, 2018, Paducah, Kentucky

Siblings; Mavis West, Patricia McClure, Harry Blankenship Children Crescentia Egner.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

+2018, Paducah, McCracken Co., KY, Obituary

https://www.lindseyfuneral.com/notices/Jimmy-Blankenship

Jimmy Don Blankenship, 61, of Paducah, died Wednesday evening, June 20, 2018 at Lourdes Hospital of Paducah.

Jimmy was a local musician and attended Zion Cumberland Presbyterian Church in Paducah.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Iveson Bennie and Ada Opal Hampton Blankenship.

Jimmy is survived by his daughter, Crescentia Egner of Paducah; two sisters, Mavis West of Paducah, and Patricia McClure of Paducah; one brother, Harry Blankenship of Paducah; three grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

A memorial service will be held on Sunday, June 24th, 2018 at Zion Cumberland Presbyterian Church, located at 1347 S. 6th St. in Paducah, starting at 12:30pm with Pastor Joe Vance officiating.

+2019, Paducah, McCracken Co., KY, Obituary

https://www.lindseyfuneral.com/notices/Donald-Blankenship

Donald Alfred Blankenship, 63 [February 7, 1956], of Paducah passed away on Friday, November 1, 2019 at the Ray and Kay Eckstein Hospice Care Center in Paducah.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Glynn Blankenship and Emma Lucille Blankenship.

He will be cremated per his wishes and no services will be held. Lindsey Funeral Home of Paducah.

Metcalfe

+2018, Edmonton, Metcalfe Co., KY, Obituary

Lexington Herald-Leader (KY) - July 6, 2018

Mr. Jimmy Franklin Morgan, age 71 [1947], of Edmonton, Kentucky, passed away Tuesday, July 3, 2018, at the Jane Todd Crawford Hospital in Greensburg, [Green Co.,] Kentucky. He was the son of the late Elza and Flora (Blankenship) Morgan.

He was preceded in death by two brothers, Forest and Phillip Morgan.

He is survived by his wife, Joann (Young) Morgan, two daughters, Donna (and Tony) Patterson of Greensburg, Kentucky, Pam (and Marty) Newsom of Edmonton, Kentucky, six grandchildren, Alex (and Leah) Patterson, Ashley Patterson, Samantha (and Trent) Merideth, Cody (and Leah) Hammer, Kati Stone and Joshua Newsom, two great-grandchildren, Madyx and Piper Merideth, three nieces and nephews, and many other relatives and friends.

The Funeral service will be conducted Friday, July 6, 2018, at 1pm (CST) in the chapel of Campbell-New Funeral Home, with Pastor Roger Poynter officiating. Burial will follow in Craig Cemetery in Clinton County, Kentucky.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

Morgan

+2019, Cannel City, Morgan Co., KY, Funeral

https://www.heraldstewarthalseyfh.com/notices/Darlene-Blankenship

Darlene Blankenship, age 58, of Hwy 191, Cannel City, KY, passed away Monday, December 30, 2019 in the Hazard ARH, Hospital, Hazard, [Perry Co.,] KY after a brief illness. Darlene was born May 25, 1961 in Detroit, Michigan to the late Earl VanCleave and Phyllis Puckett Harvey.

She accepted the Lord Jesus Christ as her Savior. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and sister.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by one son, David VanCleave, one sister, Christina Colson, and one brother, Verl VanCleave.

Surviving is her husband, Charles Blankenship of Cannel City, KY, three daughters, Angel Riley of Malone, KY, Amber Blankenship, and Asia Blankenship both of Cannel City, KY. Three sons, Matthew VanCleave, and Christopher VanCleave both of Lincolin Park, Michigan, and Charles Blankenship of West Liberty, KY. Sixteen grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren. One sister, Sandy VanCleave of Detroit, Michigan. Three brothers, Michael VanCleave of Savannah, Georgia, Anthony VanCleave of Virginia, and Rick VanCleave of Detroit, Michigan.

Funeral services will be conducted 7 pm, Wednesday, January 1, 2020 at Herald & Stewart & Halsey Chapel with Rev. Raymond VanCleave officiating. Herald & Stewart & Halsey Funeral Home, West Liberty, KY.

+2019, West Liberty, Morgan Co., KY, Funeral

Lexington Herald-Leader (KY) - August 7, 2019

Jerry Blankenship, 48,

Funeral 12:noon Sat. Herald &; Stewart &; Halsey.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

+2019, West Liberty, Morgan Co., KY, Obituary

https://www.heraldstewarthalseyfh.com/notices/Jerry-Blankenship

Jerry Blankenship, age 48, of Hwy 1162, West Liberty, KY, passed away Sunday August 4, 2019 after a brief illness. He was born June 5, 1971 in Detroit, Michigan.

He accepted the Lord Jesus Christ as his savior.

He was preceded in death by his parents Charles and Jessie Harvey Blankenship and an infant sister.

Surviving is three daughters Courtney McCoy of Detroit, MI., Kelsey Mae McCoy of Morehead, KY, Ashley Adams of Detroit, MI., One son Joseph McCoy of TN., Nine grandchildren. Three sisters, Ruby Blankenship of Maysville, KY. Cynthia Blankenship of Detroit, MI., and Sandra Blankenship of West Liberty, KY. Three brothers Charles and Terry Blankenship of West Liberty, KY and Jack Blankenship of Detroit, MI.

Funeral services will be 12:noon, Saturday, August 10, 2019, at Herald & Stewart & Halsey Chapel with Rev. Raymond Van Cleave officiating. Burial in Blankenship Cemetery, West Liberty, KY. Pallbearers: Eugene Curtis, Joseph McCoy, Ray Johnson, Jack Blankenship, Kenyon Smith, Kevin Farnham.

Muhlenberg

2018, Central City, Muhlenberg Co., KY, Obituary

Owensboro Messenger-Inquirer (KY) - January 16, 2018

Alton Louis Rickard, 52, of Central City died Saturday, Jan.13, 2018, at Owensboro, [Daviess Co., KY] Health Regional Hospital.

He was a brick and block layer, and of the Baptist faith.

Survivors include his wife, Sherry Blake Rickard; daughter Linzi Wright; mother Ann Blankenship; and brother Troy Rickard.

Service: 1pm, Saturday, at Tucker Funeral Home, Central City. Burial: Bethlehem Cemetery.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

+2018, Central City, Muhlenberg Co., KY, Obituary

http://hosting-5614.tributes.com/obituary/show/Doyle-Dewaine-Blankenship-106183362

Doyle Dewaine Blankenship, 64, of Central City, died Thursday, June 14, 2018, at his home. Mr. Blankenship was born June 2, 1954, in Muhlenberg County. He was a coal miner.

He is survived by his son, Nicholaus Blankenship; daughter Melissa Blankenship; brothers Doug Blankenship and Kenneth Blankenship; and sisters Debra Eaton and Pam Haynes.

Funeral services will be Monday, June 18, 2018, at 2:00PM at Tucker Funeral Home in Central City, with Rev. Scott Casebier officiating. Burial in Fairmount Cemetery.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

Nelson

2019, Bardstown, Nelson Co., KY, Obituary

The Kentucky Standard, (Bardstown, KY) - July 16, 2019

Michael Lee Schneider, 62, of Bardstown, passed away Saturday, July 13, 2019, at Flaget Memorial Hospital. He was born on July 3, 1957, in Louisville to Donald Lee and Emily Gladys Straub Schneider.

Mike retired from the United States Navy as an Engineman First Class. He was a commercial pilot with his ATP rating. Mike was currently working as director of Nazareth Campus Services in Nazareth. He attended Holy Rosary Catholic Church and was a member of the American Legion Post No. 121.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Emily Gladys Straub Schneider.

He is survived by his wife, Alice Raynor Schneider; a son, Daniel (Amy) Schneider, of Aldie, VA; daughters, Sally (Scott) Perry, of Springfield, VA, Whitney Verges (Clay), of Louisville, Jordan (Brian) Kaatz, of Canton, MI; his father, Donald Lee Schneider, of Bardstown; sisters, Jane (Terry) Wagner, Susan (Harry) Nally, and Dana Schneider (Kenny), all of Bardstown, and Rachel (Marty)Blankenship , of Louisville; his brother, Donnie (Kathy) Schneider, of Florida; and seven grandchildren, Erika, Gunner, Brendan, Penelope, Finley, Sullivan and Connor.

A Mass of Christian burial will be 10:30 am, Thursday, July 18, 2019, at St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church of Nazareth with the Rev. Gary Young as celebrant. Houghlin-Greenwell Funeral Home.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

Jefferson Co., KY, Marriage; https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:QKHD-R2ZB

Marty R. Blankenship, 24 [1970] - Rachel A. Schneider, 19 [1975] – 10Sep1994

Ohio

+2018, Beaver Dam, Ohio Co., KY, Obituary

Owensboro Messenger-Inquirer (KY) - May 2, 2018

John Lewis "J. L." Decker Sr., 85, of Beaver Dam went to his heavenly home Monday, April 30, 2018, at Jewish Hospital in Louisville, [Jefferson Co., KY] surrounded by his family. He was born May 25, 1932, in Ohio County to the late Cletus Decker and Mary Jane Willoughby Decker.

Mr. Decker retired from Karges. He was member of Fairview Baptist Church where he was an honorary deacon. Mr. Decker loved Jesus, riding his scooter and mowing.

He also was preceded in death by his wife, Margie Burden Decker; a son, John Decker Jr.; a sister, Alice Geary; and a brother, Mal Decker.

Survivors include a son, Jeff (Tamera) Decker of Morgantown; three daughters, Jane (Bruce) Daniel of Hartford, Joan (Gene) Blankenship of Beaver Dam and Judy (Dan) Askins of Owensboro; a daughter-in-law, Treva Decker; 18 grandchildren; 27 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren.

Services are 1 p.m. Thursday at William L. Danks Funeral Home in Beaver Dam with the Rev. Jerry Toler officiating. Burial follows in Echols Cemetery.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

Earl Gene Blankenship – b.16Sep1966 - Beaver Dam, KY:

https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:K5KX-MM9

Relatives - Denise Rene Blankenship, Elmeta A. Blankenship, James Dale Blankenship, Jeffery D. Blankenship, Joan Decker Blankenship, Joan Blankenship, Michael Blankenship, Pamela Kay Blankenship.

Oldham

+2019, LaGrange, Oldham Co., KY, Obituary

Princeton Daily Clarion (IN) - June 24, 2019

Tommy Dean Pedersen, 71, of LaGrange, Kentucky, husband of Jan Pedersen, passed away Saturday, June 22, 2019, at his residence surrounded by his family and friends. He was born in Swaledale, Iowa Dec. 27, 1947, the son of Ervin and Darlene Blankenship Pedersen.

Tommy was a U.S. Air Force Veteran having served in the Vietnam War. Tommy was a member of Covenant Methodist Church in LaGrange and the V.F.W., American Legion and the NRA. He had been a product manager for JB Swift and Emge.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Besides his wife of 17 years, he leaves to cherish his memory, daughters, Jennifer Corn (Mike), Julie Surdy (John) and Suzi Lang (Jim); sons, Mike Pedersen (Amy), Mark Pedersen (Shasha) and Chris Skelton (Pam); sisters, Marlene Lucas (Luke) and Shirley Ward (Tim). Grandchildren, Katelynn, Allison, Zane, Reagan, Makenna, Codie, Chloe, Bryce, Zack, Madeline, Jaci, Kara, Luci, Dean, Mira, Anthony, Aaron, Isaiah, and Elsa also survive along with his beloved dog Angel.

A service celebrating Tommy's life will be held 3 pm, Saturday, June 29, 2019, at Louisville Memorial Gardens Funeral Home East, 11601 Ballardsville Road, Louisville, Ky. 40241.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

Owen

2019, Owenton, Owen Co., KY, Obituary

Owenton News-Herald (KY) - February 13, 2019

Joyce Kathryn Blankenship Hamner, 76 [1942], passed away Friday, Feb. 8, 2019.

Surviving are her husband Joseph Hamner; her children, Carol (Brad) Wilhoite, Debra (Rick) Viock, Janie (Michael) Wainscott, Jackie Ray (Nichole) Blankenship Jr., Jessica (Scott) Durham, Trelena (Bill) Robertson and Joseph William (Connie) Hamner.

The funeral service will be held at 1 p.m., today (Wednesday), Feb. 13, 2019, McDonald and New Funeral Homes at the Main Street location. Burial will be in the Owenton Cemetery.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

Pike

+2018, Freeburn, Pike Co., KY, Obituary

http://www.tributes.com/obituary/show/Gregory-Blankenship-105990476

Gregory Blankenship, July 4, 1960 - April 5, 2018, Freeburn, Kentucky.

Funeral services will be conducted at 1:00 P.M. Wednesday, April 11, 2018 at The Lord's House, Phelps, KY, with reverends Mitch Bowling, Chris Casey & Raymond Ogle officiating. Burial will follow in the Abe's Branch Community Cemetery with family & friends serving as pallbearers. Jones & West Funeral Home of Phelps, KY.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

Gregory Steven Blankenship – b.04Jul1960 – Freeburn, KY;

https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:K5JM-5ZV

Pike Co., KY, Marriage: https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:QKH8-7P22

Gregory S Blankenship, 18 - Lisa K. Sanders, 17 - 19Sep1978

+2018, Freeburn, Pike Co., KY, Obituary

http://www.joneswestfh.com/notices/Gregory-Blankenship

Gregory S. Blankenship “Flash”, 57, of Freeburn, KY, passed away on Thursday, April 5, 2018 at Pikeville Medical Center. He was born July 4, 1960 in South Williamson, KY a son of Emzy Blankenship of Freeburn, KY, and the late Geraldine Coleman Blankenship.

Greg was a retired coalminer & truck driver and was of the Pentecostal faith. He was a loving grandfather who all the grandkids called “Paw”. He enjoyed riding his Harley-Davidsons and working on classic cars. Greg lived life to the fullest and lived it on his own terms.

In addition to his mother, Greg was also preceded in death by one brother: Stanford T. Blankenship.

Those left to cherish his memory include two sons: David (Tamara) Blankenship of Chattanooga, TN, Johnny (Donetta) Dotson of Mt. Sterling, KY; three daughters: Amanda Dotson of Mt. Sterling, KY, Sarah (Deshaun) Pettway of Lexington, KY, Rachael Blankenship (Jeff Bradford) of Lexington, KY; one brother: Chris Blankenship of Freeburn, KY; ten grandchildren: David, Abigail, Blake, Reanna, Jenna, Elijah, Boogie, Desiray, Kelsie & Lailah; special niece & nephew: Tate & Haley Blankenship both of Louisville, KY; and a host of family & friends.

Funeral services will be conducted at 1:00 P.M. Wednesday, April 11, 2018 at The Lord’s House, Phelps, KY, with reverends Mitch Bowling, Chris Casey & Raymond Ogle officiating. Burial will follow in the Abe’s Branch Community Cemetery with family & friends serving as pallbearers.

+2019, Freeburn, Pike Co., KY, Obituary

https://www.westfuneralhomeky.com/notices/Emzy-Blankenship

Emzy Blankenship, 82, of Freeburn, died Thursday, Sept. 5, 2019, at Pikeville Medical Center. He was born at Phelps, May 30, 1937, a son of the late Roscoe and Gracie Lester Blankenship.

He attended The Lord’s House at Phelps. He was a retired coal miner from Chisholm Coal where he was a section boss for over 25 years. In his free time, he loved to work on old cars and trucks, rebuilding and restoring them, and working at his car wash where he could talk and visit with his customers. Family to him was always first, because he loved them all so much, and he had a special place in his heart for his grandchildren.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Geraldine Coleman Blankenship; two sons, Greg “Flash” and Stan Blankenship; four brothers, Virgil, Harold, Foy and Willard Blankenship; and four sisters, Gladys Layne, Orpha Ogle, Vira and Wanda Blankenship.

He is survived by one son, Chris Blankenship, of Freeburn; one brother, Garney Blankenship (Cheryl), of Warsaw, Ind.; one sister, Katherine Remfrey (Sam), of Warsaw, Ind.; seven grandchildren, David Blankenship (Tamara), of Chattanooga, Tenn., Johnny Dotson (Donetta), of Mount Sterling, Amanda Dotson, of Mount Sterling, Sarah Pettway (Deshawn), of Lexington, Rachael Blankenship, of Lexington, Tate Blankenship, of Louisville, and Haley Blankenship (Cory Barbour), of Louisville; 13 great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces and nephews.

Services were held at 7 pm, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2019, at the Jones & West Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Raymond Ogle officiating. Burial will be held at a later date at the Abes Branch Community Cemetery.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

+2018, Hardy, Pike Co., KY, Obituary

Coal Valley News (Madison, WV) - November 21, 2018

Della Browning of Hardy, KY, was born on February 15, 1945, at Thacker, WV, a daughter of the late Oma and Fonso Blankenship, departed this life on Monday November 19, 2018, in the Pikeville Medical Center, [Pikeville, Pike Co., KY] at the age of 73.

Services will be conducted on Friday, November 23, 2018, at 11 am, in the Chambers Funeral Services Chapel of Matewan, WV, with Pastor Ronnie Wolford officiating; burial will then follow in the Julius Scott Cemetery, Hardy, KY.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

2019, Hardy, Pike Co., KY, Obituary

https://www.meaningfulfunerals.net/?action=obituaries.obit_view&CFID=4933d9fc-2cdd-48ce-95cf-b696ec1bd58c&CFTOKEN=0&o_id=6220666&fh_id=15276

Lula Fay Blankenship, 69, of Hardy, KY, passed away Thursday April 4, 2019 at Pikeville Medical Center. Lula was born January 14, 1950 at South Williamson, KY, to the late Herman Jackson Baldwin and Augusta Amelia Rice Baldwin.

Lula was a homemaker.

Lula was also preceded in death by her daughter, Augusta Elaine Smith.

Lula is survived by one daughters, one granddaughter, and her boyfriend, Larry Durham of Hardy, KY,

There will be no services at this time. R. E. Rogers Funeral Home of Belfry, KY.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

+2018, Hatfield, Pike Co., KY, Obituary

Coal Valley News (Madison, WV) - September 12, 2018

John D. Taylor Jr., also known as "Junior Taylor," 91, of Hatfield, KY, passed away Sunday, September 9, 2018, in the Skilled Nursing Facility of the Tug Valley Regional Medical Center, [South Williamson, Pike Co., KY]. He was born January 21, 1927, at Brushy Creek, KY, the son of the late John D. and Rebecca Pinson Taylor.

Junior was a retired coal miner and member of the United Mine Workers of America. He was also a member of the Turkey Creek Old Regular Baptist Church.

He was also preceded in death by his wives, Dollie Dempsey Taylor and Martha Taylor; his daughter, Dianne Fraley; a brother, Glen Taylor; and sisters, Tilda Blankenship, Grace Smith and Easter Muncy.

Survivors include his daughter, Linda Gehringer of Allen Park, Mich.; sons, Elbert "Buddy" (Linda) Taylor of Wayland, KY, and Don T. (Esther) Taylor of Canada, KY, one brother, Eugene (Betty) Taylor of Turkey Creek, KY, nine grandchildren; eleven great-grandchildren; and a host of family and friends.

Funeral service will be held Wednesday, September 12, 2018, at 11 a.m. in the R.E. Rogers Funeral Home, Belfry, KY, chapel with Richard Staton and Hobart Hamilton officiating. Burial will follow in the Sartin Cemetery, Turkey Creek, KY, with family and friends serving as pallbearers.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

+2018, Majestic, Pike Co., KY, Funeral

http://www.tributes.com/obituary/show/Betty-Jo-Blankenship-106595262

Betty Jo Blankenship, November 27, 1949 - November 15, 2018, Majestic, Kentucky

Funeral services will be conducted at 1:00 P.M. Wednesday, November 21, 2018 at the Jones & West Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Charles Meek officiating. Burial will follow at the Sanson Family Cemetery, Majestic, KY.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

+2018, Majestic, Pike Co., KY, Obituary

https://www.westfuneralhomeky.com/notices/Betty-Blankenship

Betty Jo Blankenship, 68, of Majestic, KY, passed away on Thursday, November 15, 2018 at Hardy, [Pike Co.,] KY. She was born November 27, 1949 in Lindsey, WV, a daughter of the late Howard and Della Carter Blankenship.

Betty was of the Pentecostal faith and attended the Faith Tabernacle Church at Majestic, KY. She was talented at making floral arrangements and enjoyed gardening. She was a wonderful caregiver to her parents for many years. Betty was a sociable and enjoyable person to be around and especially loved time spent with her grandchildren.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two brothers: Earl Blankenship, Isom Jr. Blankenship; two sisters: Mildred Jones, Linda Blankenship; and a step-son: Jimmy Lee “Jimbo” Sanson.

Survivors include her loving companion: J. C. Sanson, Jr. of Majestic, KY; one son: Donnie (Angie) Sanson of Hodges, SC; one daughter: Linda (Bill) Hammond of Kershaw, SC; step-daughter: Lee Sanson of TN; two sisters: Glendean Jablensky of Newtown, WV, Shirley Hurley of Newtown WV; two half-sisters: Emogene (Jim) Butler of OH, Helen Blankenship of Gilbert, WV; nine grandchildren: Eric (Kayla) Hammond of Newtown WV, Alexis Hammond of Kershaw, SC, Steven Hammond of Kershaw, SC, Kobe Sanson of Hodges, SC, Kayla Sanson of Hodges, SC, Jay Irick of South Pittsburg, TN, Chelsea Bowling of South Pittsburg, TN, Aaron Wamsley of South Pittsburg, TN, Nicholas Wamsley of South Pittsburg, TN; three great-grandchildren: Kade Hammond of Matewan, WV, Landon Hammond, Nevaeh Hammond both of Newtown, WV; along with a host of friends and family to mourn her passing.

Funeral services will be conducted at 1:00 P.M. Wednesday, November 21, 2018 at the Jones & West Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Charles Meek officiating. Burial will follow at the Sanson Family Cemetery, Majestic, KY.

+2018, Mouthcard, Pike Co., KY Obituary

http://www.news-expressky.com/obituaries/article_45f5952c-dbbf-11e8-bd5f-83b78d5dd1b7.html

Jeffrey Blankenship, 56 [1962] , of Mouthcard, died Monday, Oct. 22, 2018, at Pikeville Medical Center.

Funeral services were held at 11 a.m., Sunday, Oct. 28, 2018, at the Bailey Funeral Home Chapel. Burial followed at the Childress Cemetery, Mouthcard. Bailey Funeral Home, Inc., of Elkhorn City.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

+2018, Mouthcard, Pike Co., KY Obituary

https://baileyfuneralhomeinc.com/?p=2378#comments

Jeffery Allen Blankenship, 56 of Mouthcard, KY. was born on Oct. 8, 1962 in Grundy, VA, to Everett Arthur and Helen Louise Osborne Blankenship. He passed away on Oct. 22, 2018 at the Pikeville Medical Center.

Jeffery was a coal miner and a US Army Veteran.

In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by a brother; William McClelland.

He is survived by a son; Daniel of Mouthcard, brothers; Billy of Steele and William of Mouthcard, sisters; Nannie of Johns Creek, Betty of Elkhorn City, Joyce of Steele, Janice of Feds Creek, Diane of Lick Creek, and Nadine of Steele.

Funeral services will be held on Sunday, October 28, 2018 11AM from Bailey Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow in the Childress Cemetery at Mouthcard, Ky.

Jeffery A. Blankenship – b.08Oct1962 - Mouthcard, KY: https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:K5JS-ZR3

Relatives - Billy E. Blankenship, Everett Blankenship, Everette A. Blankenship, Florine Blankenship, Helen L. Blankenship, Para Lynn Blankenship, William Gerald Blankenship.

+2018, Phelps, Pike Co., KY, Obituary

http://www.news-expressky.com/obituaries/article_ad7d0ab0-57b5-11e8-8610-9b71bd830512.html

Jessie Lee Coleman, 72, of Phelps, died Friday, May 11, 2018, at her residence. She was born at Freeburn, June 22, 1945, the daughter of the late Leonard and Easter Wolford Hall.

She was a homemaker and a member of Faith Tabernacle, Majestic. She loved attending church, the outdoors and traveling

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Donald Ray Coleman.

She is survived by one son, Keith Ray Coleman (Bobbie) of Williamson, W.Va.; three daughters, Regina Coleman and Georgia Coleman, both of Phelps, and Donna Blankenship (Gary) of Robinson Creek; three brothers, Ron Hall (Michelle) of Fla., Gary Hall of Freeburn and Danny Hall of Tenn.; four sisters, Margaret Gearles of Freeburn, Sharon Blankenship (Ed) of Phelps, Joyce Dotson of Missouri and Sheila Belcher of Tenn.; 10 grandchildren, whom she loved very much, Brandon Coleman (Linsey) of South Carolina, Tasha Coleman and Cameron Coleman, both of Williamson, W.Va., Gary Blankenship Jr. and Jonathan Blankenship, both of Robinson Creek, Brittany Blankenship of Meta, Jessica Blankenship (Emzie), Billy Joe Nichols Jr., Daniel Keith Coleman and Jared Anthony Coleman, all of Phelps; four great-grandchildren; and a host of family and friends.

Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday, May 17, 2018, at Faith Tabernacle with Rev. Charles Meek and Rev. Okey Varney officiating. Burial will follow at the Freeburn Community Cemetery with family and friends serving as pallbearers.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

Pike Co., KY, Marriage: https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:QKH6-P75G

Gary R. Blankenship, 20 - Donna S. Coleman, 16 - 10Nov1992

+2019, Phelps, Pike Co., KY, Obituary

http://www.tributes.com/obituary/show/Lizzie-Blankenship-106871996

Lizzie Blankenship, July 6, 1928 - February 23, 2019, Phelps, Kentucky

Funeral services will be conducted at 12:00 Noon Wednesday, February 27, 2019 at the Stopover Freewill Baptist Church with Revs: Larry Rife, Odis Blankenship & Ervin Dotson officiating. Burial will follow in the Blankenship-Sanson Cemetery, Woodman, KY with the following serving as pallbearers: Blake Hensley, Austin Sellards, Brent Blankenship, Jamie Hatfield, Michael Blankenship, Mitchell Blankenship, Greg Collins, Christopher Dotson, Bobby Duty, Timmy Blankenship, Richard Ratliff, Tad Ratliff, Jr. Blankenship, Jonathon Hutchinson, Adam Hutchinson & Adam Hutchinson Jr. Jones & West Funeral Home of Phelps, KY.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

+2019, Phelps, Pike Co., KY, Obituary

https://www.westfuneralhomeky.com/notices/Lizzie-Blankenship

Lizzie Blankenship, 90, of Phelps, formerly of Woodman, KY, passed away on Saturday, February 23, 2019 at Pikeville Medical Center. She was born July 6, 1928 at Woodman, KY, a daughter of the late Drew & Verlie “V” Sanson Sellards.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband: Herbert Blankenship; one son: Douglas Sellards; one grandson: Bruce Sneed Jr.; two brothers: Archie & Delbert Sellards; one sister: Eddie Lee; two sons-in-law: Michael Dotson & Bruce Sneed; and a special lifelong friend: Sylvia Blankenship.

Lizzie was a homemaker and a member of the Stopover Freewill Baptist Church. She was “Maw” to everyone.

Lizzie was a loving mother to three sons: Randy Blankenship (Amanda Collins) & Archie Blankenship of Woodman, KY, Ronald (Martha) Blankenship of Majestic, KY; four daughters: Maggie (Lonzo) Rife & Linda Dotson of Hurley, VA, Patsy Sneed (Danny Justice) of Elizabethton, TN and Annetta (Terry) Ratliff of Taylorville, NC. Lizzie was also a wonderful grandmother to nineteen grandchildren, twenty-one great grandchildren, and five great-great grandchildren, and will be remembered as well by a host of family & friends.

Funeral services will be conducted at 12:00 Noon Wednesday, February 27, 2019 at the Stopover Freewill Baptist Church with Revs: Larry Rife, Odis Blankenship & Ervin Dotson officiating. Burial will follow in the Blankenship-Sanson Cemetery, Woodman, KY with the following serving as pallbearers: Blake Hensley, Austin Sellards, Brent Blankenship, Jamie Hatfield, Michael Blankenship, Mitchell Blankenship, Greg Collins, Christopher Dotson, Bobby Duty, Timmy Blankenship, Richard Ratliff, Tad Ratliff, Jr. Blankenship, Jonathon Hutchinson, Adam Hutchinson & Adam Hutchinson Jr. The Jones & West Funeral Home of Phelps, KY.

+2018, Pikeville, Pike Co., KY, Funeral

http://www.tributescom/obituary/show/Bobby-Ray-Blankenship-106688782

Bobby Ray Blankenship, March 21, 1936 - December 24, 2018, Pikeville, Kentucky.

Funeral services will be conducted at 1:00 P.M. Thursday, December 27, 2018 in the Jones & West Funeral Home with Reverends: Glen Hughes and Billy Compton officiating. Burial will follow in the Blankenship Cemetery, Stopover, KY.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

+2018, Pikeville, Pike Co., KY, Obituary

https://www.westfuneralhomeky.com/notices/Bobby-Blankenship

Bobby Ray Blankenship, 82, of Pikeville, KY, passed away on Monday, December 24, 2018 at Pikeville Medical Center. He was born March 21, 1936 in Argo, KY, a son of the late Edward and Stella “Baker” Blankenship.

Bobby was a former coal miner and was of the Pentecostal Holiness faith. He loved attending services in various churches in the area. Bobby loved coon hunting in his younger days and was an avid fisherman. He also enjoyed tinkering on things in his spare time.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one son: William Allen Blankenship; two brothers: Joe & Buddy Blankenship; and one sister: Janice Rose.

Bobby is survived by his wife: Sharon Blankenship of Pikeville, KY; two daughters: Carmie Murphy of Shelbiana, KY, Mary Carol (Joey) Hamilton of Elkhorn City, KY; one step-daughter: Shan Newsome of Pikeville, KY; two step-sons: Timmy Gene (Maria) Boyd of Island Creek, KY, Jordan Holbrook of Pikeville, KY; three sisters: Kathly Bryant of Bucyrus, OH, Phyllis (Joe) Sweeney of Bucyrus, OH, Pauline (Robert) Stump of Belfry, KY; five brothers: Willie (Pat) Blankenship of Stopover, KY, Marvin (Barb) Blankenship of Bucyrus, OH, Grover Lee (Dianne) Blankenship of Bucyrus, OH, William (Gail) Blankenship of Freeburn, KY; sister-in-law: Helen Blankenship of Majestic, KY; ten grandchildren, and a host of great grandchildren, family & friends.

Funeral services will be conducted at 1:00 P.M. Thursday, December 27, 2018 in the Jones & West Funeral Home with Reverends: Glen Hughes and Billy Compton officiating. Burial will follow in the Blankenship Cemetery, Stopover, KY.

+2018, Pikeville, Pike Co., KY, Obituary

https://www.communityfuneralky.com/obituaries/Maybell-Tibbs?obId=3973896#/obituaryInfo

Maybell Tibbs, 62, of Dry Branch, Pikeville, died Monday, Dec. 24, 2018, at the Pikeville Medical Center. She was born in Delorne, WV, July 16, 1956, a daughter of Ruby (Evans) Blankenship and the late Louis Blankenship.

She was a member of the Grassy Freewill Baptist Church and a member of the ladies auxiliary.

In addition to her father, she was preceded in death by a grandchild, Coby Bee Tibbs; and her father-in-law, Arvid Tibbs.

She is survived by her husband, Lester Tibbs, of Dry Branch; her mother, Ruby (Evans) Blankenship, of Rawl, WV; five sons, Paul David, Arthur Gene and Amos Eugene Blankenship, all of Eagerton, WV, Roger Bee Tibbs, of Lexington, and David Lee Tibbs, of Berea; one brother, Orville Louis Blankenship, of Rawl, WV; two sisters, Ruth Layne, of Williamson, WV, and Betty Baisden (Orville Ray), of Delbarton, WV; a mother-in-law, Necie Tibbs, of Dry Branch; a brother-in-law, Denver Tibbs, of Pikeville; a sister-in-law, Betty Tibbs, of Lexington; a special niece, Khloie Maynard; and a special friend, Crista Baker.

Funeral services will be held at 11:30 am, Monday, Dec. 31, 2018, at the Grassy Freewill Baptist Church, Pikeville, with Lester Morris, Ronnie Webb, Larry Goff, Kyle Lowe, Tommy Webb, Brad Williamson and Lester Tibbs officiating. Burial will follow in the R. H. Ratliff Cemetery at Shelbiana. Community Funeral Home of Zebulon.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

SSDI: Blankenship, Louis, 68, 08Dec1934 - 04Dec2003, Rawl, Mingo, WV, WV-236-52-3337

2019, Pikeville, Pike Co., KY, Obituary

http://www.news-expressky.com/obituaries/article_f23f3a72-5a40-11e9-9ed7-07301da69c14.html

Patty May Coleman, 86, of Pikeville, died Friday, April 5, 2019, at her residence. She was born at Pikeville, April 29, 1932, the daughter of the late William Earnest “Earl” and Roberta Irick May.

She was a bookkeeper and a member of the First Baptist Church of Pikeville.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Herbert Ronald Coleman; her brother, Walter E. May; and her sister, Dorothy May Todd.

She is survived by two daughters, Linda Coleman Steele (Rick), of Hazard, and Lisa Coleman Patrick (Mike), of Pikeville; five grandchildren, Richard Micah Steele II, Jaime Steele Coffey (Chris), Angela Blair Robinson Altman (Ryan), Jasmine Lee Robinson and Timothy Scot Robinson II (Kelli); six great-grandchildren, Brooklyn May Steele, Richard Micah Steele III, Lyla Grace Coffey, Davis Webb Coffey, Ashton Scot Harding and Ari Scot Blankenship; and a host of other dear family and friends.

Funeral services were held at 1 pm, Monday, April 8, 2019, at the J.W. Call Funeral Home Chapel, with Scot Robinson officiating. Burial will follow at the Johnson Memorial Park, Pikeville, with Rickey Steele, Micah Steele, Ryan Altman, Rick Steele, Mike Patrick, Ashton Scot Harding, Jordan Osborne, Chris Blankenship and Chris Coffey serving as pallbearers.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

+2019, Raccoon, Pike Co., KY, Obituary

Gladys King Blankenship of Raccoon, Kentucky, passed away on Monday, March 11, 2019.

J. W. Call and Son, Inc.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

+2019, Raccoon, Pike Co., KY, Obituary

https://www.jwcallfuneralhome.com/obituaries/Gladys-King-Blankenship?obId=4218764#/obituaryInfo

Gladys King Blankenship, 86, of Raccoon, passed away March 11, 2019 at her residence. Born at Miller’s Creek, Gladys was the daughter of the late Ferrell and Viola Hamilton King.

She was a nurse at the Appalachian Regional Hospital at South Williamson and member of the Church of God.

Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband: Ernest Duran Blankenship, brothers: Monroe, Ira, Thomas, Frank, Leo, Wilburn, and Kenneth King and sisters June May and Ethel Stanley.

Survivors include: two sons: Frank Blankenship of Elkhorn City and Greg (Lisa) Blankenship of Joe’s Creek, one brother: David King of Lower Johns Creek and one sister: Mary Mag Conley of Huntington, IN. Five grandchildren: Gregory Michael, Klarisa Shae, Vanessa Quinn, Rebecca Paige, and Haley Brooke Blankenship: three great grandchildren: Kamryn Grace, Cooper Josiah, Karver Ivan Blankenship.

A funeral will be Thursday, 14 Mar, 1:00 pm, at J. W. Call and Son Funeral Home, 703 Hambley Blvd. Pikeville, Kentucky, 41501, With Donnie Hall, Mickey King and Brunk Conley officiating.

+2019, Ransom, Pike Co., KY, Obituary

Coal Valley News (Madison, WV) - April 19, 2019

Beulah Blankenship Conn, 77, of Ransom, KY, passed away Wednesday April 17, 2019 at her residence. Beulah was born December 9, 1941 in Kentucky, to the late Anthony Blankenship Sr. and Nancy McCoy Blankenship.

Beulah was a homemaker and of the Church of God faith.

Beulah is also preceded in death by her granddaughter, Chelsea R. Conn.

Beulah is survived by her husband, Carl J. Conn of Ransom, Ky.; her children, Annessa C. (James) McIntosh, Anita E. Conn, and James C. (Jessica) Conn all of Ransom, Ky.; her siblings, Anthony C. (Maxine) Blankenship Jr. of Mooresburg, TN, Don L. (Fiance' Meiling Hobbs) of Las Vegas, NV, George M. (Mona) Blankenship of Matewan, WV, Barry K. (Ginney) Blankenship of Bonita Springs, FL, Tony B. (Samantha) Blankenship of Frenchburg, KY, Brent (Patsy) Blankenship of Cynthiana, KY, Joan Biliter (Randy) of Majestic, KY, and Melissa A. (Eddie) Downey of Stopover, KY; ten grandchildren, four great grandchildren and a host of loving nieces, nephews, family and friends.

Funeral services will be held Saturday, April 20, 2019, at 11 am, in the R. E. Rogers Funeral Home Chapel with Harold Layne officiating. Burial will follow in the Mountain View Memory Gardens, Huddy, KY.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

+2018, Stopover, Pike Co., KY, Obituary

http://www.news-expressky.com/obituaries/article_3fd05f86-fd64-11e7-8f19-4398deb56b91.html

Sylvia Prater Blankenship, 93 [1924], of Stopover, died Monday, Jan. 15, 2018, at Woodman, [Pike Co., KY].

Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 20, 2018, at the Phelps Funeral Services Chapel, with Larry Rife and Danny Hurley officiating. Burial will follow in the Blankenship Family Cemetery, Woodman. Arrangements are under the direction of Phelps Funeral Services, Inc., of Phelps.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

+2018, Stopover, Pike Co., KY, Funeral

Published in Southern WV from Nov. 23 to Nov. 25, 2018

Edna Blankenship, 71, of Stopover, KY, died November 20 at home.

Funeral service will be 1 p.m. Friday, Jones & West Funeral Home, Phelps, KY; burial will follow in Blankenship Family Cemetery, Stopover, KY.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

+2018, Stopover, Pike Co., KY, Obituary

https://www.westfuneralhomeky.com/notices/Edna-Blankenship

Edna Blankenship, 71, of Stopover, KY, passed away on Tuesday, November 20, 2018 at her residence. She was born September 2, 1947 at Stopover, KY, a daughter of the late Earnest and Oma Wolford Blankenship.

Edna was a homemaker and a member of the Jamboree Church of God. She enjoyed working crossword puzzles in her spare time. Edna loved her children dearly. They called her “The perfect Mommy.” Edna was also a loving wife, sister & grandmother and she will be missed by many.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by one son: Will Malcolm Blankenship; one granddaughter: Angel Vandyke; two brothers: Ralph & Alfred Blankenship; three sisters: Sadie, Ethel, & Maggie Blankenship.

Those left to honor her memory in include her husband: Will A. Blankenship of Stopover, KY; seven daughters: Connie (Ralph) Young of Homecreek, VA, Carol Sue Hurley of Stopover, KY, Anna (Mack) Brown of Big Rock, VA, Laura (James) Vandyke of Stopover, Patricia (Luther) Adkins, Inis Blankenship, Betty (Roy Lynn) Hunt, all of Stopover, KY; two sisters: Vernie (Jesse) Blankenship of Stopover, KY, Sally Harman of Belfry, KY sixteen grandchildren; ten great grandchildren; and a host of family & friends.

Funeral services will be conducted at 1:00 P.M. Friday, November 23, 2018 at the Jones & West Funeral Home of Phelps, KY with Reverends: Larry Blackburn & Marvin Casey officiating. Burial will follow in the Blankenship Family Cemetery, Stopover, KY.

+2019, Stopover, Pike Co., KY, Obituary

https://www.westfuneralhomeky.com/notices/Eugene-Blankenship

Eugene Blankenship, 73, passed away at his residence, in Stopover, KY, on Saturday November 16, 2019. He was born July 20, 1946 to the late Orville and Vear (Maynard) Blankenship.

Eugene was a retired Coal miner, who in his free time, enjoyed being quite the jokester, always cutting up and playing pranks on people. He was a family man who loved spending time with his grandchildren. Eugene was a man of the Christian faith, who adored his horses and enjoyed farming his land, where he loved to spend time at home up Camp Creek.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one brother: Danny Ray Blankenship.

Those left to honor his memory include two sons: Leon Blankenship and Michael (Cinda) Blankenship, both of Stopover, KY; four daughters: Cindy (Tim) Messer of Georgetown, KY; Robin (Jamie) Thacker of Pikeville, KY; Lucy (William) Ray of Stopover, KY; Vicky (Randy) Wood of Vulcan, WV; three brothers: Billy (Debbie) Blankenship; Clell Blankenship; Ronnie Dean (Missy) Blankenship, all of Stopover, KY; two sisters: Okie Layne & Betty (Carl) Mullins both of Stopover, KY; twelve grandchildren, one of whom was very special to him, a grandson and his neighbor, Logan Blankenship; seven great grandchildren with two on the way, and a host of nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be conducted at 1:00 pm, Wednesday, November 20, 2019, at the Jones & West Funeral Home with Reverend Harold Layne officiating. Burial will follow in the Blankenship Family Cemetery, Stopover, KY.

+2019, Stopover, Pike Co., KY, Obituary

https://www.westfuneralhomeky.com/notices/Harold-Blankenship

Harold Blankenship, 77, of Stopover, Kentucky, departed this life on Saturday, November 16, 2019 at Pikeville Medical Center, following a long illness. Harold was born on March 2, 1942 in Pike County, Kentucky to his late parents, Lloyd and Millie Hurley Blankenship.

Harold was a retired coal miner from Kentucky Carbon Corporation, and he was a member of the UMWA. He was an avid horseman and loved trail rides and horse shows. Harold enjoyed spending his time trading and was especially fond of trading guns and knives. You could often hear Harold saying, “have you been doing any trading?” He also loved to visit flea markets and yard sales and was always looking for the next rare find or good deal. In addition, Harold loved to engage in politics and campaigning. He was a friend to everyone and could always be counted on for help at any time. Earlier this year, Harold made a profession of faith by accepting Jesus as his Lord and Savior.

Those left to honor his memory include one daughter, Cheryl (Terry) Ward of Murfreesboro, TN, and four sons: David Blankenship of Lake Wales, FL, Randy Blankenship of Lexington, KY, Nathan Mounts of Madisonville, KY and Brent (Angie) Blankenship of Pikeville, KY. He is also survived by two sisters: Stella Justice and Rosalee Sawyer, both of Pikeville, KY, and eight grandchildren: Scott Ward, Alex Ward, John David Blankenship, Jeremy Blankenship, Jamie Blankenship, Ariel Mounts, Hannah Blankenship and Luke Blankenship. He is also survived by several great-grandchildren.

He had two dear caretakers as well, Patty Charles and Judy Hurley. A person is very fortunate to be blessed with a wonderful family but to also be blessed with special friends is rare. Harold had both. His friends were considered part of his family. They were a crucial part of his life and they assisted him in any way possible whether it was bringing him food, taking him to doctor’s appointments or just providing company to him. They were always there.

Services will be conducted at 11:00 am, on Tuesday, November 19, 2019, beginning at the Jones & West Funeral Home of Phelps, KY with Reverend Odis Blankenship officiating. Burial will follow in the Davidson Memorial Gardens of Ivel, KY with John David Blankenship, Dusty Coleman, William Ray, Johnny Robinette and Phil Stalnaker serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers include Ralph Cline, Randall Dotson (Bozo), Lacey Ferrell, Clinton Lee, Sammy New and Donald Young.

+2018, Turkey Creek, Pike Co., KY, Obituary

Coal Valley News (Madison, WV) - February 16, 2018

Easter Lois Muncy, 87, of Turkey Creek, KY, passed away February 14, 2018, at the Tug Valley ARH Regional Medical Center, [South Williamson, Pike Co., KY]. Easter was born July 28, 1930, the daughter of the late John D. and Rebecca Pinson Taylor.

Easter was a loving mother, grandmother, sister and friend. She loved to quilt, garden, can and cook. Easter was a member of the Elizabeth United Baptist Church.

She was also preceded in death by her husband, Rush Muncy; her two sisters, Grace Smith and Matilda Blankenship; her two brothers, Glen Taylor and James Taylor.

She is survived by her children, Lonnie (Phyllis) Muncy of Owensville, Ky., Gary (Sue) Muncy of Russellville, Tenn., Mark (Darlene) Muncy of Turkey Creek, Ky., Michael Muncy and Loretta of Turkey Creek, Ky., Vonda Hurley of Matewan, W.Va., and Gathy McGuire of Turkey Creek, Ky.; her two brothers, Eugene (Betty) Taylor of Turkey Creek, Ky., and John D. Taylor Jr. of Hatfield, Ky.; 10 grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren, two great-great-grandchildren, and a host of other loving family members and friends.

Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Saturday, February 17, 2018, at R. E. Rogers Funeral Home with Eddie Hatfield officiating. Burial will follow at Sartin Cemetery, Turkey Creek, KY, with her sons and grandsons serving as pallbearers.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

2018, Turkey Creek, Pike Co., KY, Obituary

Coal Valley News (Madison, WV) - May 10, 2018

Ruth Cline Hicks, 74, of Turkey Creek, KY, formerly of Williamson, WV, passed away Tuesday, May 8, 2018, at her residence. Ruth was born June 3, 1943, in War Eagle, WV, to the late Elmer Cline and Mary Sheppard Cline.

Ruth was a homemaker and of the Church of God Faith.

Ruth is also preceded in death by her husband, Freddie Lee Hicks; a very special granddaughter, Tabatha Holbrook; two brothers, Daniel "Danny" Cline and Charles Cline; four sisters, Annie and Fanny Cline, Dorothy (Tinnie) Muncy and Wanda Blankenship.

Ruth is survived by two sons, Ricky (Darlene) Hicks of Rawl, WV, and Frankie Hicks of Rawl, WV; three daughters, Teresa (Charles) Stanley of Turkey Creek, KY, Frances (John) May of Turkey Creek, KY, and Deborah Hicks of Williamson, WV; four brothers, Eddie (Vernetta) Cline of Lenore, WV, Eugene Cline of Williamson, WV, Terry Cline of Williamson, WV, and Billy (Mary) Cline of Dans Branch, WV; six sisters, Opal Roberts of Wayne County, WV, Alice Ooten of Ragland, WV, Carolyn (Jeff) Fields of Ragland, WV, Bonnie Dingess of Grey Eagle, WV, Brenda Bowling of SC and Linda Bowman of Lenore, WV; 14 grandchildren, Amanda Hall, Christopher Hicks, Natasha Stanley, Daniel Stanley, Matthew May, Austin May, Anthony May, Charity May, Corey May, Tyler Hicks, Samantha Hicks, Dale Hicks, Hannah Sawyer and Jeremy Stanley; 10 great-grandchildren; a host of loving family and friends.

Funeral services will be conducted at noon Friday, May 11, 2018, at R.E. Rogers Funeral Home, Belfry, KY, with Mikey Smith officiating. Burial will follow in the Rawl (WV) Community Cemetery, Rawl, with grandsons serving as pallbearers.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

Pulaski

+2018, Somerset, Pulaski Co., KY, Obituary

The Commonwealth-Journal, (Somerset, KY) - May 17, 2018

Vernon Mounce, age 72, of Somerset, KY, passed away on Wednesday, May 16, 2018 at his residence. He was born on June 2, 1945 in Somerset, KY to the late Delbert Mounce and Lorie Baker Mounce.

Vernon was a self-employed logger. He enjoyed fishing, flowers and working on lawn mowers.

Along with his parents he was preceded in death by five brothers, JC Wells, Ivan Mounce, Jerry Mounce, Norman Mounce and Hershel Mounce; and three sisters, Ruby Garrett, Evander Wells and Juanita Bowlin.

Vernon is survived by his wife, Judy Taylor Mounce, whom he married on July 25, 1966 in Jellico, TN; nine children, Randy (and Lillie) Mounce, Michelle Mounce, Paul Mounce, Shawnda (and Mike) Baker, James Mounce, Dreama (and Mitchell) Blankenship, Justin Mounce, Becky (and Justin) Anderson and Jessie Mounce all of Somerset; his grandchildren, Kellie Mounce, Ariel Mounce, Justin Smith, Kayla Mounce, Evan Mounce, Hannah Mounce, Amber Mounce, Michael Franklin II, Faith Franklin, Cassidy Brown, Tyler Mounce, Katie Mounce, Elizabeth Blankenship, Jason Blankenship, Cody Blankenship, Dakota Blankenship, William Blankenship, McKinley Anderson, Ava Anderson, Ahylia Mounce and Jessie Mounce; his great-grandchildren, Ivy Brown, Oliver Brown, Liam Muse, Ryker Meece and Maelynn Blakenship; one sister, Margie Murphy of Somerset; and many nieces and nephews.

Funeral service will be held on Saturday, May 19, 2018 at at 11:00am at the Chapel of Lake Cumberland Funeral Home with Bro. Ron Sears officiating Burial will be at Providence Baptist Church Cemetery.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

Pulaski Co., KY, Marrage: https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:QKH6-VW2D

Raymond M. Blankenship, 18 - Dreama L. Mounce, 19 - 06Sep1997

Pulaski Co., KY, Birth: https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:QKHX-2TMV

Raymond Mitchell Blankenship II – 1979 - Mother's Name; Donna K. Barge

Raymond M. Blankenship – b.13Jan1953 – Somerset, KY:

https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:K527-WHR

Relatives - Donna Kay Blankenship, M. Blankenship, Donna Blankenship.

Pulaski Co., KY, Marrage: https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:QKHD-KD2D

Raymond M. Blankenship, 25 - Donna K. Barge, 22 - 05Jun1978

2018, Somerset, Pulaski Co., KY, Obituary

The Commonwealth-Journal, (Somerset, KY) - December 6, 2018

Jamie Scott Mounce, 44, of Somerset, Kentucky, passed from this life on Tuesday, December 4, 2018. He was born in Somerset, Kentucky on March 26, 1974, son of Debra Anderson Mounce and William "Bill" Mounce & (Marsha Mounce) of Eubank.

He was an employee of Gatormade in Somerset and a member of Bethel Baptist Church in Eubank. He enjoyed farming, selling trailers, fishing and being with family and friends.

He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, James and Ina Mounce and maternal grandparents, Ed and Glenda Anderson.

He is survived by his wife, Loretta Johnson Mounce, whom he married on May 26, 2017. He is also survived by his daughter, Ashlee Mounce of Eubank; step daughter, Chelsea Smith; two step sons, Matthew and Jacob Smith; two step grandsons, Connor Works and Tanner Smith, all of Somerset; one brother, Brad & (Mary Kay) Mounce of Science Hill; step brother, Chris & (Jenny) Blankenship of Somerset; step sister, Jennifer & (Kenneth) Ashley of Somerset; special niece, Katee Beth Mounce and two special nephews, Cooper and Camden Mounce all of Science Hill. He had several special aunts and uncles, Allen & (Patti) Anderson of Eubank; Charlie Mounce of Somerset, Sue Bullock of Somerset and Eulene Rader of Burnside; father and mother-in-law, Lemar and Mary Johnson of Jabez; sisters-in-law, Alena & (Michael) Morrow of Nancy, Selina & (Royce) McGowan of Nancy, Evetta & (Jimmy) Thompson of Nancy; brothers-in-law, Shelby & (Karla) Johnson of Nancy and Thomas & (Danielle) Johnson of Lexington; cousins, Jon and Josh Anderson and Barry and Brenda Bullock, with a host of nieces and nephews.

A funeral service will be held at 10 AM Saturday, December 8, 2018 at Morris & Hislope Funeral Home with Bro. Rick Shannon officiating. Burial will be in Eden Cemetery in Somerset. Pallbearers will be Brad Mounce, Jon Anderson, Josh Anderson, Barry Bullock, David Reynolds, Allen Anderson, Chris Gholson and Jeff Loveless. Honorary pallbearers are Cooper and Camden Mounce, Bill Estep, Ernie Alexander, Matthew Smith, Jacob Smith, Alex Price, Dennis Price, Neal Johnson and Steve Blankenship.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

Chris Blankenship – b.19Feb1979 - Eubank, KY: https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:QJWM-DGJ2

Relatives - Jennifer Blankenship, Marsha L. Blankenship.

2019, Somerset, Pulaski Co., KY, Obituary

The Commonwealth-Journal, (Somerset, KY) - May 18, 2019

Madge Lucille Eaton, age 85, of Somerset, passed away on Saturday, May 18, 2019, at Liberty Care Center. She was born on May 6, 1934 in Woodstock, KY to the late Ernest Albright and Sarah Ann Gill Albright.

Along with her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Willard Lowell Eaton, whom she married on December 23, 1955 in Ferguson, and he preceded her on February 18, 2014; seven brothers, Edgar, Vick, Dewey "Yeller", Clifford, Clayton, Reno and Donald Albright; and three sisters, Irene Brown, Jeanette Albright and Agnes Blankenship .

Madge is survived by one sister, Nellie Mae Albright of Somerset; three nephews; Eugene Brown of Somerset, Johnny (Cheryl) Blankenship of Somerset and Kyle (and Carol) Albright of Somerset; a great-nephew, Chris (Jenny) Blankenship; a great-niece, Jennifer (and Kenneth) Ashley; four great-great nephews, Will Blankenship, Brady Blankenship, Keegan Ashley and Kasen Ashley; one great-great niece, Madelyn Blankenship; and several other nieces and nephews.

A Graveside service will follow on Monday May 20, 2019, at 11:00 am at Woodstock Cemetery. Lake Cumberland Funeral Home.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

+2019, Somerset, Pulaski Co., KY, Obituary

The Commonwealth-Journal, (Somerset, KY) - October 23, 2019

Garlin Donald Dotson age 80 of Somerset, Kentucky passed from this life Tuesday, October 22, 2019 at his home. He was born April 26, 1939 to the late Donald Dotson and Pluma Blankenship Dotson in Lafayette, Tennessee.

He married his wife Versie Smalling Dotson on August 30, 1958 in Macon County in Lafayette, Tennessee. He was a member of Duke Memorial Baptist Church, he was a heavy diesel mechanic in which he retired from Kay and Kay Contractors. He enjoyed the outdoors, boating, fishing, the lake, but most of all his grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Garlin was preceded in death by his parents; and brother, Wayne Dotson.

He leaves behind to cherish his memory, his wife, Versie Dotson; son, Tony Dotson (Tina) of Ashland; daughter, Cindy Kerr (Michael) of Somerset; brothers, Prentice Dotson (Janie) of Somerset; Dennis Dotson (Grace) of Palatka, FL; sisters, Cleotha Naramore of Lafayette, TN; Waylene Norris of Akron, OH; sister in law, Linda Dotson of Somerset; grandchildren, Kennedy Dotson; Ansley Dotson; Emily Valentine (Eddie); Maria Turner (Trevor); Hillary Davis; great grandchildren; Brady Valentine; Emma Valentine; Corbin Rhett Davis; Trey Valentine; Hailee Valentine; Rosyln Valentine.

Funeral service will begin at 2 pm, Friday, October 25, 2019, in the Chapel of the Southern Oaks Funeral Home with Bro. Randy Smith officiating. Burial will be in the Southern Oaks Cemetery.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

Scott

2019, Georgetown, Scott Co., KY, Obituary

Georgetown News-Graphic (KY) - November 4, 2019

Virginia Ruth Hamilton, 65 [1954], wife of Archibald W. Hamilton Jr., passed away Sunday, Nov. 3, 2019. Born in Dayton, Ohio, she was the daughter of the late Russell and Lucille Madden Foster.

A caregiver and mother, she was a long-time member of the Episcopal Church of the Holy Trinity. She adored her animals and enjoyed reading, gardening and puzzles.

In addition to her husband, she is survived by her children, Robin Blankenship , Lawrenceburg, Kentucky, Mike (Shannon) Hamilton, Cookeville, Tennessee, and James Hamilton, Bowling Green, Kentucky; sisters, Mary Butler and Glenda (Joe) Rice, both of Lexington; brother, Donald Smith, Lexington; and grandchildren, Christian Blankenship , Logan Hamilton and Beatrix Blankenship .

A memorial service will be 10 a.m. Wednesday at the Episcopal Church of the Holy Trinity, conducted by The Rev. Karen W. Booth. Johnsons Funeral Home.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

Shelby

+2018, Shelbyville, Shelby Co., KY, Death

http://www.tributes.com/obituary/show/Ann-Lucille-Blankenship-106184720

Ann Lucille Blankenship, December 23, 1926 - June 15, 2018, Kentucky

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

+2018, Shelbyville, Shelby Co., KY, Obituary

http://www.shannonfuneralhome.com/obituary/ann-blankenship

Ann Lucille Blankenship, December 23, 1926 - June 15, 2018

Ann Lucille Blankenship, age 91, died Friday, June 15, 2018 in Shelbyville, Kentucky.

She was preceded in death by her husband, John Henry Blankenship and a brother, James Nelson.

She is survived by her daughter, Karen Ann Mink, Shelbyville; son, John L. Traylor, Madison, FL; step son, John Wayne Blankenship, Santa Barbara, CA; sister, Betty Marie Espinola, Tampa, FL; 5 grandchildren, and 5 great grandchildren.

A service will be held at a later date. Shannon Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

John Wayne Blankenship – b.23Mar1942 - Santa Barbara, CA;

https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:QJ61-SV83

Relatives - Hazel M. Blankenship

+2018, Shelbyville, Shelby Co., KY, Obituary

Sentinel-News (Shelbyville, KY) - June 18, 2018

Ann Lucille Blankenship, age 91, died Friday, June 15, 2018 in Shelbyville, Kentucky.

She was preceded in death by her husband, John Henry Blankenship and a brother, James Nelson.

She is survived by her daughter, Karen Ann Mink, Shelbyville; son, John L. Traylor, Madison, FL; step son, John Wayne Blankenship, Santa Barbara, CA; sister, Betty Marie Espinola, Tampa, FL; 5 grandchildren, and 5 great grandchildren.

A service will be held at a later date. Shannon Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

+2019, Waddy, Shelby Co., KY, Obituary

Sentinel-News (Shelbyville, KY) - September 3, 2019

David Lee Perry, 72, of Waddy died Thursday, August 29, 2019 in Louisville, [Jefferson Co., KY].

He was a member of Pigeon Fork Baptist Church. He owned Carrier Concepts since 1989. He loved flying his private plane and loved steel guitars.

He was preceded in death by his parents, David Lee and Virginia Blankenship Perry.

He is survived by his wife of 25 years, Joyce Lay Perry, Waddy; son, Chris Morris (Michelle), Taylorsville; grandson, Dalton Morris, Taylorsville; step granddaughters, Katelin Rucker, Christiana Rucker, both of Louisville; his brother, Charles E. Perry (Tammy), Waddy and his dogs, Sadie and Sissy.

Funeral services will be 3 pm, Saturday, at the Shannon Funeral Home.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

Simpson

+2018, Franklin, Simpson Co., KY, Obituary

Franklin Favorite (KY) - December 20, 2018

Brian Glenn Freeman, age 46, of Franklin, passed away Thursday, December 6, 2018 at The Medical Center in Franklin. He was born October 21, 1972 in Simpson County to the late Porter Glenn Freeman and Donna Freeman who survives of Franklin.

Brian was the branch manager at Quick Draw, Inc.

Brian was preceded in death by his paternal grandfather, Porter D. Freeman and maternal grandparents, James Cleland Blankenship and Frida Blankenship Bratcher.

Brian is also survived by two children, Brian Freeman and Justin Freeman both of Franklin; a brother, Brad Freeman of Franklin; paternal grandmother, Goldie Freeman of Franklin; several aunts, uncles and cousins.

Arrangements are under the direction of Gilbert Funeral Home. Per Brian's wishes, he is to be cremated with services to be private.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

Taylor

+2018, Campbellsville, Taylor Co., KY, Obituary

The Central Kentucky News-Journal, (Campbellsville, KY) - December 20, 2018

H. C. "Boss" Gore of Campbellsville, son of the late Robert Gore and Delta Cravens Gore, was born Oct. 4, 1934, in Adair County. He died at home with his loving wife, Maye by his side at 4:38 a.m., Friday, Dec. 14, 2018, in Campbellsville at the age of 84.

H. C. professed faith in Christ and attended Campbellsville Baptist Temple. He loved to sing about the Lord and attended many gospel singings with Maye. He retired after forty years from KABA Select Sires in Louisville, where he was a breeding technician. Boss enjoyed working with cattle, both at work and on his farm. He was a member of the Honorable Order of Kentucky Colonels. He united in marriage to Maye Smith on July 1, 1978.

H. C. was also preceded in death by a grandson, Brandon Wayne Gore on Feb. 3, 2003, and one brother and two sisters: Harvey R. Gore on Sept. 4, 2005, Jean Brockman on Nov. 4, 2014 and Magdalene Dudgeon on Aug. 28, 2017.

Besides his wife, Maye Gore of Campbellsville, he is survived by one son and three daughters: Hal Gore and wife, Brittany, Vickie Buckman and husband, Philip and Renee Marcum of Campbellsville and Kay Dile and husband, Jerry of Greensburg; six grandchildren: Jennifer Buckman, Mark Marcum and wife, Summer and Rylee Gore of Campbellsville, Caleb Buckman and wife, Sarah of Calvary, Brittany Miller and husband, Jim and Ashley Hill and husband, Kash of Greensburg; six great-grandchildren: Cody Allen Foster, Bentley Buckman, Lincoln Buckman, Conner Buckman, Clara Miller and Avery Marcum; one sister, Rebecca Blankenship of Columbia; several nieces and nephews and many other relatives and friends.

Funeral service was Monday, Dec. 17, 2018, at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home by Pastor Jase Divens. Burial was in Campbellsville Memorial Gardens.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

Trigg

+2019, Cadiz, Trigg Co., KY, Obituary

The Sentinel Echo, (London, KY) - August 12, 2019

Retired Master Sergeant Leonard Sizemore, 77, of Cadiz, KY, passed away Saturday, August 10, 2019, at his home. Born July 16, 1942, in Verda (Harlan County), KY, he was the son of the late Mark and Opal Blankenship Sizemore.

A veteran of the Korean and Vietnam Wars, he served in the U.S. Army until his retirement in 1987, receiving numerous service medals and awards After his military retirement, Leonard worked for the U.S. Postal Service in the St. Louis area before settling in Trigg County. He was a Mason and a member of Rizpah Shriners in Madisonville, as well as the NRA and VFW.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Paul Sizemore and J. L. Sizemore; and two sisters, Maritta Sizemore and Evelyn Holbrook.

He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Betty Harley Sizemore of Cadiz; two sons, Leonard (Connie) Sizemore, Jr. of Summer Shade, KY, and Bennie Sizemore of McHenry, IL; three grandchildren, Shaun D. (Lauren) Sizemore, Joshua D. (Erica) Sizemore, and Benjamin D. Sizemore; three great grandchildren, Aiden Carey Sizemore, Mason Sizemore, and Abel Sizemore; a brother, Jerry (Beulah) Sizemore of London; and two sisters, Lillian Ritchie of Cincinnati, OH, and Pauline (Bobby) Proffitt of London.

Committal service with full military honors will be at Kentucky Veterans Cemetery West, 5817 Ft. Campbell Boulevard, Hopkinsville, KY, at 2 pm, (CDT), Wednesday, August 14, 2019. Goodwin Funeral Home, 138 Main Street in Cadiz.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

Warren

+2018, Bowling Green, Warren Co., KY, Obituary

Daily News (Bowling Green, KY) - March 9, 2018

Everett Dennis Duff, 76, of Bowling Green entered into rest Thursday, March 8, 2018 at his residence. He was born August 9, 1941 in Oakland, KY.

Dennis was a retired machine operator from Holley Carburetor Co. and a member of the Baptist faith. His greatest joy was his grandchildren and he was so excited about the birth of his future great-grandson.

Dennis was preceded in death by his parents Guy and Mildred Duff and brother Vechel Duff.

Survivors include his wife of 50 years Nancy Hale Duff, daughter Tracy Blankenship and son-in-law Scott of Bowling Green, Three precious grandchildren Lauren Blankenship, Adam Blankenship and his wife Nadia and Spencer Blankenship all of Bowling Green. Four sisters Barbara Davis and Pat Burden both of Bowling Green, Marilyn Bratcher (Dallas) of Alvaton and Shirley White (Ray) of Oakland, brother Richard Edwin Duff (Norma) of Bowling Green, two brother-in-laws Ralph Hale (Pam) and Wayne Hale (Denise), four sister-in-laws Judy Cherry, Anna Marie Emmert, Debbie Garrett and Wanda Russell, several nieces and nephews also survive.

Funeral services will be Monday, March 12, 2018 at 4:00 pm at J. C. Kirby and Son Lovers Lane Chapel. Burial will be in Bowling Green Gardens.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

+2018, Bowling Green, Warren Co., KY, Obituary

https://www.legacy.com/obituaries/name/Hughie-Blankenship-obituary?pid=189223693

Hughie Blankenship Bowling Green, KY, 74 [16Nov1943], 07 Jun, 2018.

J. C. Kirby & Son Lovers Lane Chapel.

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+2018, Bowling Green, Warren Co., KY, Death

Daily News (Bowling Green, KY) - June 7, 2018

Hughie C. Blankenship, 74, died in Bowling Green, KY, June 7, 2018.

J. C. Kirby & Son Lovers Lane Chapel, Bowling Green, KY

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+2018, Bowling Green, Warren Co., KY, Obituary

Daily News (Bowling Green, KY) - June 8, 2018

Hughie Clarence Blankenship, 74, of Bowling Green entered into rest Thursday, June 7, 2018 at the Hospice House. Hughie was born November 16, 1943 in Bowling Green, KY.

Hughie was a retired U.S. Postal Service employee and a member of First Baptist Church.

He was preceded in death by his parents Nelson Sr. and Selma Blankenship, step-mother Ethel Downing Blankenship, step-sister Ann Downing Hocker, a sister-in-law Nancy Hatfield Thomas and 2 nephews, William Blankenship and Justin Reynolds.

Survivors include his wife of 54 years, Cheryl Moore Blankenship, 2 sons; Kevin Blankenship and daughter-in-law Neeka of Franklin, TN and Scott Blankenship and daughter-in-law Tracy of Bowling Green, KY. Four grandchildren; Lauren Blankenship, Adam Blankenship and his wife Nadia, Spencer Blankenship, all of Bowling Green, Kevin Chase Blankenship of Franklin, TN. He was anxiously awaiting the birth of his first great-grandson. He is survived by one brother, Nelson Blankenship Jr. of Maitland, Florida. He is also survived by one brother-in-law Nathan Moore of Huntsville, AL, three sisters-in-law; Patricia Glasscock Howard, Janette Meyer (Jim) and Sharon Oliver (R.D.), several nieces and nephews also survive.

Funeral services will be Monday, June 11, 2018 at 11:00 AM at J.C. Kirby & Son Lovers Lane Chapel. Burial will be in Fairview Cemetery.

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2018, Bowling Green, Warren Co., KY, Obituary

https://wwwbgdailynews.com/obituaries/dennis-j-weaver/article_dcf2e50b-c477-5cc0-8387-b24e9e99e1f0.html

Dennis J. Weaver, 54, of Bowling Green, passed away on Monday, July 30th, 2018 at The Medical Center. The Bowling Green native was the son of the late Willard Weaver and Frances Garland Wimpee Weaver, who survives.

Dennis worked as a boiler maker and welder and enjoyed spending time with his family.

In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, E. C. and Winnie Weaver and his maternal grandparents, Garlene and Mary Wimpee.

In addition to his mother, Dennis is survived by two brothers, Randall Weaver (Connie), and Roger Weaver (Suzie); two nieces, Meredith Blankenship (Seth) and Amber Smith (Scott); three nephews, Eli Weaver (Catie), Ryan Weaver (Kirby), and Colter Weaver (Kayla); two great-niece, Brooklyn Murphy and Chloe Biggs; two great-nephews, Conner Blankenship, and Rylan Weaver.

A graveside service will be held on Thursday, August 2nd at 11:00 a.m. at Old Liberty Cemetery. Visitation will be on Wednesday, August 1st from 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Johnson Vaughn Phelps Funeral Home. Additional visitation will be on Wednesday August 2nd from 9:00 a.m. until time of service at the funeral home.

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2018, Bowling Green, Warren Co., KY, Obituary

Daily News (Bowling Green, KY) - September 9, 2018

David Wayne Anderson, 56, of Bowling Green passed away Saturday, September 8, 2018 in his home. He was the son of the late Wayne and Alice Cook Anderson. David was born in Bowling Green on February 19, 1962.

David had a genuine love of life. He loved the Green Bay Packers and Kentucky Wildcats. He was a dedicated C T Technologist at the Medical Center for over 30 years The joy and focus of his life were his daughters, Kristen and Hannah. He loved traveling and spending time with his daughters. His sense of humor brought a smile to everyone who knew him.

He was preceded in death by his maternal grandmother, Louise Cook.

David is survived by his daughters, Kristen Anderson (Jennifer Curtis), Hannah Anderson, and their mother, Kelli Williams, his mother in law, Donna Blankenship, his sister, Terri Mischel (Les Dooley), his uncle, Bruce Cook (Leigha), his nephew, Kyle Brooks (Rebecca), and his niece, Katie Baughman (Ross).

Celebration of life will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, September 11, 2018 at J. C. Kirby & Son Lovers Lane Chapel.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

+2018, Bowling Green, Warren Co., KY, Obituary

Daily News (Bowling Green, KY) - September 19, 2018

Charline Borden Smith, 83 [1935], of Bowling Green passed away Monday September 17, 2018 at Greenview Regional Hospital. She was the daughter of the late Ruby Price and Brent Edward Borden.

Mrs. Smith was a devoted member of the Bowling Green First Church of The Nazarene where she attended for over 50 years.

In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, William A. Smith; one daughter, Marcella Kaye Willis.

Her survivors include one daughter, Judy Smith Blankenship (David); two sons, Richard Smith (Naomi) and Jackie Smith; one sister, Josephine Buckner; along with several grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Funeral services will be held Friday September 21, 2018 at 2:00 pm at Johnson Vaughn Phelps Funeral Home with burial to follow at Fairview Cemetery.

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+2019, Bowling Green, Warren Co., KY, Obituary

Glasgow Daily Times (KY) - February 22, 2019

Marianne Blankenship, 89 [November 20, 1929], of Bowling Green, and a former Glasgow resident, died Wednesday, Feb. 20, 2019 at Greenview Regional Hospital in Bowling Green. She was born in Altdorf, Germany, the daughter of the late Josef and Franziska Koch Dirscherl.

Ms. Blankenship moved to Glasgow in 1970 and was a former employee of R. R. Donnelley and Sons in Glasgow, retiring in 1992. She was a member of Saint Helen's Catholic Church.

She is survived by her son, Dr. Ray J. Blankenship and wife, Maire, of Bowling Green; three grandchildren, Nathaniel, Emily and Alexandra Blankenship; and a brother, Rudolf Dirscherl and wife, Christa, of Germany.

Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Friday, Feb. 22 at Saint Helen's Catholic Church with burial in Glasgow Municipal Cemetery. A. F. Crow & Son Funeral Home.

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+2019, Bowling Green, Warren Co., KY, Obituary

Published in The Courier-Journal on Apr. 26, 2019

Johnny Blankenship, 59 [1960], 24Apr2019, Bowling Green

J. C. Kirby and Son Broadway Chapel.

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Johnny V. Blankenship – b.24Feb1960 - Bowling Green, KY:

https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:K5V4-SC1

Relatives - Clint C. Blankenship, Imelda L. Blankenship, Linda L. Blankenship, Linda Blankenship.

Allen Co., KY, Birth; https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:QKHG-TDYT

Johnny V. Blankenship, 1960, Mother; Dixie Frost

+2019, Bowling Green, Warren Co., KY, Obituary

https://www.legacy.com/obituaries/name/victor-blankenship-obituary?pid=192719248

Johnny Victor Blankenship was born on February 24, 1960 and passed away on Wednesday, April 24, 2019. Victor was a resident of Bowling Green, Kentucky at the time of passing.

Class of 1978 graduate of Bowling Green High School He worked in Quality at New Mathers Metals in Franklin and served in the United States Navy.

Funeral will be at 11:00 am Monday at the J. C. Kirby and Son Broadway Chapel, with burial to follow in the Highland Baptist Church Cemetery.

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+2019, Bowling Green, Warren Co., KY, Obituary

http://www.jckirbyandson.com/obituary/Johnny-Victor-Blankenship/Bowling-Green-Kentucky/1844164

Johnny Victor Blankenship, February 24, 1960, Scottsville, KY, - April 24, 2019, Bowling Green, KY.

Johnny age 59 of Bowling Green, died Wednesday at Greenview Regional Hospital . Johnny was born in Scottsville to the Late Ernest Ray Blankenship and Dixie Lee Frost Williams, who survives.

He worked in Quality at New Mathers Metals in Franklin and served in the United States Navy. Class of 1978 graduate of Bowling Green High School.

He is also preceded in death by a brother Ronnie Lee Williams and step-father Franklin D. Williams.

Johnny is survived by his wife, Linda Blankenship, step-son, Kevin Fishburn (Ashley) grandchildren, Hunter, Brooke and Kaleb, and mother Dixie Lee Frost Williams all of Bowling Green. brother, Melvin Clyde Blankenship (Pamela) of Glasgow 2 nieces and 2 nephews.

Funeral will be at 11:00 am, Monday at the J.C. Kirby and Son Broadway Chapel, with burial to follow in the Highland Baptist Church Cemetery.

+2019, Bowling Green, Warren Co., KY Obituary

Daily News (Bowling Green, KY) - April 26, 2019

Johnny Blankenship age 59 of Bowling Green, died Wednesday at Greenview Regional Hospital. Johnny was born in Scottsville to the Late Ernest Ray Blakenship and Dixie Lee Frost Williams of Bowling Green.

He worked in Quality at New Mathers Metals in Franklin and served in the United States Navy. Class of 1978 graduate of Bowling Green High School.

He is also preceded in death by a brother Ronnie Lee Williams and step-father Frankiln D. Williams.

Johnny is survived by his wife, Linda Blankenship, step-son, Kevin Fishburn (Ashley) grandchildren, Hunter, Brooke and Kaleb all of Bowling Green. brother, Melvin Clyde Blankenship (Pamela) of Glasgow 4 nieces and 2 nephews.

Funeral will be at 11:00 am Monday at the J. C. Kirby and Son Broadway Chapel, with burial to follow in the Highland Baptist Church Cemetery.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

2019, Bowling Green, Warren Co., KY, Obituary

https://www.bgdailynews.com/obituaries/garlene-wimpee-weaver/article_efe5bb52-a032-5259-b928-7d37f6255f30.html

Garlene Wimpee Weaver, 80, of Bowling Green, passed away on Monday, May 13, 2019 at Hospice House. The Warren County native was the daughter of the late Garland and Etta Lee Wimpee.

Mrs. Weaver was a member of Rocky Springs Missionary Baptist Church. She loved her family – her greatest joy was being with her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. She also enjoyed being outside with her flowers and gardening.

In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Willard Lee Weaver; a son, Dennis Joe Weaver; and two brothers, Joe Wimpee and Steve Wimpee.

Mrs. Weaver is survived by two sons, Roger Weaver (Suzie) and Randall Weaver (Connie); two sisters, Wendy Miles (Mogie) and Wanda Hesson (Kenneth); five grandchildren, Meredith Blankenship (Seth), Amber Smith (Scott), Ryan Weaver (Kirby), Colter Weaver (Kayla), and Eli Weaver (Catie); and four great-grandchildren, Conner Lee Blankenship, Rylan Samuel Weaver, Brooklyn Murphy, and Chloe Biggs; five sisters-in-law, Brenda Wimpee, Thelmalene Wimpee, Virginia Oliver (Dean), Joyce Weaver, and Martha Miller; a special niece, Trina Whittle; and special friends, Sheila Jones, Martha Hunt, and Linda Motley.

Funeral services will be held on Thursday, May 16 at 11:00 am, at Johnson Vaughn Phelps Funeral Home, with burial to follow at Old Liberty Cemetery.

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2019, Bowling Green, Warren Co., KY, Obituary

Daily News (Bowling Green, KY) - September 24, 2019

Sharleda Blankenship (Hyatt), 53 received her wings in the early morning hours of September 23, 2019 in her home after a tough battle with cancer. She was born in Bowling Green, Kentucky on August 19, 1966 to the late Leda Gullett Pedigo and Lawrence Hyatt.

She liked to go by Charlie and loved roller skating and waiting tables. She also loved her animals and had the biggest heart. She was so proud to have a new granddaughter and wanted to be known as Grams.

She is preceded in death by her mother, Leda Gullett Pedigo, her father, Lawrence Hyatt, and her stepfather, Charles Pedigo.

She is survived by her husband, Ben Blankenship, her daughter Kelsey Sledge Gallihugh (Dustin), her granddaughter Mia Gallihugh, her brother Craig Hyatt, her Mother-In-Law Donna Blankenship, her aunts Sharlett Peercy and Bonnie Grubbs, her uncle Harry Gullett, and several cousins.

She has asked to have a small ceremony that will be held at Bethany Baptist Church. Memorial service will begin at 2:00 pm. Cone Funeral Home.

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Whitley

+2018, Corbin, Whitley Co., KY, Obituary

The Times-Tribune, (Corbin, KY) - January 10, 2018

Angela "Angie" Gray Blankenship, 42, of Corbin, passed away Monday, Jan. 8, 2018. Born May 22, 1975, she was the daughter of Bob and Ina Gray of Keavy.

In addition to her father and mother, she leaves behind her beloved son, Jasper Blankenship; and her brother, Michael Gray. She is also survived by other relatives and numerous special friends to mourn her passing.

Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, Jan. 12, 2018, in the Hart Funeral Home Chapel with Bishop Jerry Lambdin officiating. Burial will follow in Locust Grove Cemetery at Keavy.

From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com

2018, Corbin, Whitley Co., KY, Obituary

The Times-Tribune, (Corbin, KY) - April 19, 2018

Larry Brockman, 75 [1943], of Corbin, passed away on Wednesday, April 18, 2018, at Baptist Health Lexington, [Fayette Co., KY]. He was born in Lexington.

Larry had worked as a locomotive operator for Arch Mineral, and was a longtime member of West Corbin Baptist Church where he loved to spend time in fellowship. He loved sports, especially UK sports, and liked to swap and trade treasurers that he found.

He was preceded in death by his sons, Ronald Lee Brockman and Jeff Taylor; and his parents, Harry Lee Brockman and Alice Gregg Hasty and her husband, Eulis.

Larry is survived by his wife, Deloris Brockman; son, Keith Brockman (Dawn); daughter, Crystal Blankenship (Corey); grandchildren, Holly Taylor, Tiffani Taylor Johnson (David), Makaela Faulkner, Haley Taylor, Macy Laine Brockman, Dylan Taylor, Wyatt Brockman, Chase Blankenship and Alyssa Blankenship; great granddaughter Chloe Johnson; siblings, Harry Brockman (Phyllis), Jan Combs (James), Lewis McClain (Phyllis); several nieces, nephews, cousins, family and friends; and his beloved pet, Roscoe.

Funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, April 21, at West Corbin Baptist Church with the Rev. Albert Jones officiating. Burial will be in Cumberland Memorial Gardens.

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2019, Corbin, Whitley Co., KY, Obituary

The Times-Tribune, (Corbin, KY) - April 8, 2019

Keith Lyn Mink was born March 25, 1953, and went to be with the Lord April 4, 2019.

He was the son of Phyllis Mink of Corbin, brother of Melinda Mink Taylor of St. Augustine, Florida, and nephew of Mary Ann Parsons, Shann Blankenship, and Larry Keith.

Private burial will be in the Pine Hill Cemetery. www.vankirkgrisellfuneralhome.com

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2019, Corbin, Whitley Co., KY, Obituary

The Times-Tribune, (Corbin, KY) - July 22, 2019

David Bruce Campbell, age 60, of Bacon Creek Road, Corbin, Kentucky, departed this life on Friday, July 19, 2019, at Baptist Health Corbin. He was born on November 5, 1958 in Corbin, Kentucky.

David was an employee of Pepsi for over 27 years.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Georgia Campbell and special aunt, Billie Weber.

He is survived by his children, Valerie Newman of Williamsburg, Kentucky and Jason Campbell (Laura) of Canyon Lake, Texas; three grandchildren, Molly Pennington, Ryan Blankenship and William Blankenship; brother, Tom Campbell (Angie) of Danville, Kentucky; special cousins, Margie Weber, Tommy Weber, Mike Weber (Kim) and Dorotha Weber; nephews, Dustin and Drew Campbell of Danville, Kentucky; companion, Diane Bowman of Corbin, Kentucky; and as host of friends to mourn his passing.

The funeral service will be held at 7 p.m. Tuesday, July 23, 2019, at the Croley Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Bobby Anderson and Tom Campbell officiating.

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+2019, Corbin, Whitley Co., KY, Funeral

The News Journal, (Corbin, KY) - August 7, 2019

David Blankenship, 64, passed away Saturday, July 27, 2019.

Funeral services were held Wednesday in the Hart Funeral Home Chapel. Burial was in the Cumberland Memorial Gardens.

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+2019, Corbin, Whitley Co., KY, Funeral

www.tributes.com/obituary/show/David-Scott-Blankenship-107346321

David Scott Blankenship, June 25, 1955 - July 27, 2019, Corbin, Kentucky

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 pm, Wednesday, July 31, 2019, in the Hart Funeral Home Chapel with Ronnie Mitchell officiating. Burial will follow in Cumberland Memorial Gardens with Joshua Blankenship, James Dillon, Bryan Cunigan, Kelly Blankenship, Ralph Hoskins, and Shawn Rogers serving as pallbearers.

+2019, Corbin, Whitley Co., KY, Obituary

The Times-Tribune, (Corbin, KY) - August 12, 2019

David Scott Blankenship, 64, of Corbin, passed away Saturday, July 27, 2019, at his home. Born June 25, 1955, he was the son of the late Golden and Mary Jo Blankenship.

David had worked at U.S. Steel/Arch Mineral in Corbin and at American Greetings. He was a life-long member of UMWA. His love of photography led him to capture many beautiful nature, wildlife, and portrait images for all to enjoy. This love of photography led him to start his own business, "Creative Images Photography." His motto "We remember our lives in photographs. . ." guided his work. His true passion was his family. He enjoyed camping, family gatherings, and cooking outdoors.

He leaves behind his loving wife of 45 years, Trudy Blankenship; son, Joshua Blankenship; daughter, Jessica Dillon and husband James; two grandchildren: Jackson Patrick and Savanah Blankenship; four siblings: Jerry Blankenship and wife Schann, Douglas Blankenship and wife Linda, Steve Blankenship and wife Carolyn, and Susan Cunigan and husband Bryan. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, other relatives and numerous friends, as well as his best furry friend, Lyric. He was dearly loved and will be deeply missed.

Funeral services will be held at 2 pm, Wednesday, July 31, 2019, in the Hart Funeral Home Chapel with Ronnie Mitchell officiating. Burial will follow in Cumberland Memorial Gardens with Joshua Blankenship, James Dillon, Bryan Cunigan, Kelly Blankenship , Ralph Hoskins, and Shawn Rogers serving as pallbearers.

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+2019, Rockholds, Whitley Co., KY, Obituary

The News Journal, (Corbin, KY) - May 8, 2019

Edd Davis, 74, of Rockholds, passed away Tuesday April 30, 2019 at the Select Speciality Hospital in Lexington, [Fayette Co.,] KY. He was born July 17, 1944 in Whitley County, to the late Tom and Amy Gibson Davis.

He was a member and past Master of Williamsburg Masonic Lodge # 490 F&AM and an Olieka Shriner.

Along with his parents he was preceded in death by three brothers Charlie Davis, Clarence Davis and George Davis; and a sister Lavena Maiden.

He is survived by a son, Edd Davis Jr. (Thelma) of London, KY; two daughters, Lana Mitchell (Billy) of Rockholds, and Carolyn Sue Blankenship (Steve) of Corbin; eight grandchildren, Steven Blankenship, Christopher Blankenship, Holly Head, Jessica Davis, Billy Mitchell, Tommy Davis, David Davis and Austin Davis; several great grandchildren; two sisters, Esther Patrick of Rockholds, Lena Mae Boyd of Carlinville, IL; two brothers, Tom Davis (Brenda), Carl Davis all of Williamsburg, several nieces, nephews and a host of relatives and friends to mourn his passing.

The funeral service was held Thursday, May 2, at the Ellison Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Harold Long officiating. A graveside service was held Friday, May 3, at the Oaklawn Cemetery Pleasant View. Williamsburg Masonic Lodge #490 F&AM will conduct the Masonic Rights at the graveside.

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2018, Williamsburg, Whitley Co., KY, Obituary

The Times-Tribune, (Corbin, KY) - September 20, 2018

Thomas "Ted" Richardson, age 77, of Long Bottom Road, Williamsburg, departed this life on Wednesday, Sept. 19, 2018, at his home. He was born on March 15, 1941 in Williamsburg, to the late Theodore Roosevelt Richardson and Clara (Marsee) Richardson.

He was preceded in death by his daughter Kay Sea; son-in-law, Donnie Sea; brother, Brad Richardson; sisters, Oma Sulfridge (Otto), Jewell Fore (Johnny) and Barbara Fore (LD) and brother-in-law, JC Tolliver Ted attended the Corn Creek Church of God and Pleasant Hill Church of God

He is survived by his loving wife, Bonnie Jean Richardson of Williamsburg; two children, Rita Bernice Partin (Tim) of Williamsburg and Tommy Richardson (Deborah) of Rockholds; three grandchildren, Heather Partin, Shane Richardson and Bonnie Jean Blankenship; two great grandchildren, Kaylee and Casen Partin; several adopted grandchildren; two sisters, Janice Tolliver and Mamie Williford (Luster) of Williamsburg; brother, Danny Richardson (MaryAnn) of Williamsburg; several nieces and nephews; and a host of other family and friends to mourn his passing.

The funeral service will be at 3 pm Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018, at the Croley Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Travis Baker, the Rev. Bo Henson and the Rev. Roger Meadors officiating. Following the service he will be laid to rest in the Piney Grove Cemetery.

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Woodford

+2018, Versailles, Woodford Co., KY, Obituary

http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/name/James-Blankenship-obituary?pid=188712721

James Carl Blankenship, 90 [1928], husband of Pearlie Loretta (LeMaster) Blankenship, passed away on April 3, 2018 at Frankfort Regional Medical Center. He was the son of the late Sherman and Sarah Jane (Cantrell) Blankenship. James was born in West Liberty, Kentucky (Morgan County).

James was a member of Herbon Baptist Church. He was a Farmer; he loved to hunt and fish. As an Army Veteran of the Korean War, he served from 1952 to 1954. James married Loretta soon after his discharge from the service.

Besides his parents, James was preceeded in death by his son Michael.

During their marriage they had three children, James David Blankenship, Pamela Kaye Kearns and Michael Dean Blankenship. His family also consists of three grandsons, James David Blankenship Jr., Michael Keith Blankenship, and Robert Tyler Kearns; four great-grandchildren, Shelbey Nichole Blankenship, Korbin Allen Blankenship, Michael Kaleb Blankenship, and Ariden Riley Grant.

Services were held at 2 p.m. Monday April 9, 2018 at Saffell House Funeral Home. Brother George Dye officiated the service. Burial followed at Bluegrass Memorial Gardens in Lexington, Kentucky. Pallbearers were the grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Honorary Bearers were Dale Rogers, George Gambrel, everyone at Herbon Baptist church, McDonalds Crew, and I.W.W. club.

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2019, Versailles, Woodford Co., KY, Obituary

Lexington Herald-Leader (KY) - November 5, 2019

Frankie Morris Shuck, 69, husband of Rosemary Shuck, passed away on Friday, November 1, 2019 at Baptist Health Lexington. Born March 18, 1950 in Woodford County, he was the son of the late John and Edna Huffman Shuck.

Frankie was retired from 48 years of service at Versailles Fire Department, during his time with the fire department he served for 28 years as Fire Chief. He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather, and member of Versailles United Methodist Church.

In addition to his parents he was also preceded in death by four siblings, Henry Shuck, Jimmy Shuck, Tommy Shuck, Aggie Stockdale and nephew, Todd Lancaster.

Frankie will be forever remembered by his loving wife of 51 years, Rosemary Lancaster Shuck, Versailles daughters, Lisa Gayle Slama (Wade), Versailles, Crissy Louise Shuck (Cheryl Leopaldi), Orlando, Florida, grandchildren, Korrigan and Landon Blankenship, Versailles, brothers, Razz Shuck (Shirley), Versailles, Bill Shuck (Vergie), Versailles, Eddie Shuck, Bobby Shuck, and also his beloved dogs, Bluebell, Stormy Rose, Miss Martha and Liberty Sue.

Funeral Services will be conducted at 11:00 am on Tuesday, November 5, 2019 at the Versailles United Methodist Church. Interment will follow at Versailles Cemetery where pallbearers will be, Russell Neely, Fred Siegelman, Mike Spalding, Dr. Loyde Jolly, Steve Henehan and Chief Bubba Brumfield.

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