2010-2013, NC, Compiled by James W. Blankenship jkblank1(at)sbcglobal.net
NC, SSDI, http://ssdi.rootsweb.ancestry.com/cgi-bin/ssdi.cgi
,
Blankenship, Billy
R. 49, 22 Oct 1961 - 30 Apr 2011, (72) NC-245-17-5349
Blankenship,
Billie J. 00, 29Mar2010 - 06May2010, (72) WV/NC-232-57-4652
Blankenship, John 79, 05Feb1931 - 16Oct2010, (72)
WV/NC-232-46-1174
Alamance
2010, Burlington, Alamance
Co., NC, Obituary
Published in TheTimesNews.com
from May 3 to May 4, 2010
Mary Arlena Moore Blankenship, 87, of 208 Cates Avenue, passed away on Monday, May 3, 2010, at
Hospice and Palliative Care Center of Alamance-Caswell. Funeral services will
be held on Wednesday, May 5, 2010, at 2 p.m. at Wilkerson Funeral Home Chapel
with the Rev. Larry Lamberth and the Rev. Ralph Clayton officiating. Interment
will follow in Lakeview Memorial Park.
Mrs. Blankenship
was born in Rockingham County to the late John Cecil and Elizabeth Sutton
Moore. She was a retiree of The American Tobacco Company and a member of
Baptist Temple Church.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Aubrey
Allen Blankenship; four brothers; and one sister.
Survivors include her son, Walter Paul Blankenship and wife Gloria, of Burlington; grandchildren, Paul Allen Blankenship and wife Sherry and Desha Sutton and husband Jeff; great-grandchildren, Cassey and Cody
Blankenship, Baley and Jasey
Sutton; brothers, Cecil, Bill and Johnny Moore; sisters, Doris Manring, Betty
Dyson and Elsie London.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2010, Burlington, Alamance
Co., NC, Death
http://www.tributes.com/show/Arlena-Blankenship-88476207
Arlena Blankenship was
born on June 12, 1922 and passed away on Monday, May 3, 2010,
.Arlena was last known to be living in Burlington,
North Carolina.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2012, Burlington, Alamance Co., NC, Obituary
The Herald-Sun, (Durham, NC) - June 18, 2012
Josh Nicholson, 25, of Burlington, died on June 15, 2012 at his
residence.
He is survived by his father, Daryl Nicholson; Mother, Cynthia
Holyfield; Daughter, Ripsey Blankenship; Girlfriend, Brooke Morse; Sister, Hannah
Sutphen; Grandmothers Margaret Ray and Mary Sutphen; and a host of aunts,
uncles and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his step mother, Vickie Nicholson;
Grandparents Earl Sutphen and Eunice and Ervin Nicholson and Carmel Ray.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, June 19, 2012
at Efland United Methodist Church with the Rev. Cindy Lister, officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Graham, Alamance Co.,
NC, Obituary
Published in TheTimesNews.com from August 9 to August 10,
2013
Patricia Johnson Hodgin passed away Aug.
8, 2013, surrounded by her family, after a long, courageous battle for 21
months. She was the daughter of the late Ralph Johnson and Gaynell Maness
Johnson. She attended St. Marks Church and was an active member of her
community. Pat lived a vivacious life. She loved her family, Disney World, the
beach, dancing and all of her friends.
Survivors include daughters, Yvette Ross
(David) of Burlington and Jessie Hill (Avery) of Graham; brother, Ralph Johnson
Jr.; sisters, Alice Franklin, Sylvia Blankenship, Janice Tissot
and Holly Diorio; grandchildren, Tyler Ross, Trevor Ross, Tara Ross and Austin
Hill.
In addition to her parents, she was
preceded in death by a brother, Hugh Johnson.
A memorial service will be held Sunday,
Aug. 11, 2013 at 5 p.m. in the McClure Funeral Home Chapel in Graham,
officiated by the Rev. Dave Gilbert.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Alamance Co.,
NC, SSDI
Blankenship, Arlena 87,
12Jun1922 - 03May2010, Burlington,
Alamance, NC, NC-239-30-4175
Alexander
+2013, Taylorsville, Alexander Co., NC, Obituary
Published in Fayetteville Observer from
February 8 to February 9, 2013
Grady P. Childers, 81, of Taylorsville, died Thursday, Feb. 7,
2013, in Gordon Hospice House. He was born Dec. 19, 1931, in Alexander County,
to the late Quince F. Childers and Clergy Blankenship Childers. He had been a member of Mount Nebo Baptist Church for 20 years.
He was retired owner/operator of Archer Trim, Inc. He served in the Air Force
for four years and was a Korean War veteran.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a daughter,
Janet Lynne Childers; three sisters, Marie Childers Mecimore, Eloise Childers
Lambert and Nadeen Childers Eagle; and a brother, Quez Childers.
Survivors include his wife of 62 years, Neely Phyllis Warren
Childers of the home; two sons, David K. Childers (Erica Danak-Childers) of
Hoke County and Grady P. "Buddy" Childers Jr. of Taylorsville; and a
sister, Margie Childers Miller of Scotts.
The funeral will be conducted at 3 p.m. today, Saturday, Feb. 9,
2013, at Mount Nebo Baptist Church by the Rev. Brian Eades and the Rev. Buster
Treadaway. Burial will be in the church cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Alleghany
2013, Laurel Springs, Alleghany Co., NC, Obituary
Jefferson Post (NC) - April 4, 2013
James Michael Tucker of 11064 N.C. 88 E., Laurel Springs died March
21, 2013, at his residence. He was 56. He was born March 23, 1956, in Wilkes
County to J .M. and Jacqueline Williams Tucker.
He is survived by two daughters,
Micha Tucker and Brian
Blankenship, and Steva Tucker
and Johnny Murray, all of Sparta; one granddaughter, Brooklyn Delp, of Sparta;
his parents, J. M. and Jacqueline Tucker, of Laurel Springs; one brother, Randy
Tucker and wife LuAnn, of Laurel Springs; one nephew, Patrick and Julie Tucker
and son Trick, of Sparta; one niece, Jenny and Justin LeMasters and children,
Lucy, Mack and John of Sparta.
Funeral services were held Sunday, March 24, 2013, at Grandview
Memorial Chapel. Burial followed in the Double Springs Cemetery in Laurel
Springs.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2011, Piney Creek, Alleghany Co., NC, Obituary
http://www.asimas.com/ASIMAS/hergrandview/obituaryDescription.jsp?domain_id=276&deceased_id=246940
William Allen Hardin, age 63, of Piney Creek, NC died Monday,
August 22, 2011 at the Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center in Winston-Salem. He was born on December
11, 1947 in Surry County.
He was preceded in death by his father, William Odis Hardin.
He is survived by his wife,
Kay Blankenship Hardin of the home; one son and daughter-in-law,
Jay and Crystal Hardin of Sparta; two grandchildren, Alyssa Hardin and Meagan
Davis; his mother, Donna Duncan Hardin of Sparta; one sister and
brother-in-law, Charlotte and Hugh Logan of Kings Mountain; two nephews, Luke
Logan and Allen Logan.
A Celebration of Life Service will be conducted at 8:00 p.m.,
Friday, August 26, 2011 at the Grandview Memorial Chapel.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Ashe
2012, Crumpler, Ashe Co., NC, Obituary
http://www.journalpatriot.com/obituaries/article_0bf8d9e2-4b70-11e1-99ee-0019bb30f31a.html
Lucy Testerman Blankenship, 87, of Crumpler, died Saturday, Jan. 28, 2012 at the Margate
Health and Rehab Center in Jefferson. Mrs. Blankenship
was born July 13, 1924 in Ashe County to Lee and Ida Brown Testerman. She was a
member of Landmark Baptist Church.
Mrs. Blankenship
was preceded in death by a grandchild.
Funeral services will be Tuesday, 2 p.m., at the Badger Funeral
Home Chapel in West Jefferson, conducted by the Rev. Charles McCoy.
Mrs. Blankenship is
survived by five sons, Fred Testerman Jr. and wife, Rennie, Michael Testerman
and wife, Karen, and James Testerman, all of Wilkesboro, Richard Testerman and
Janice of Jefferson, and John Testerman of Millers Creek; four daughters, Sue
Testerman of Wilkesboro, Ruby Sexton and husband, David, of Jefferson, Peggy
Bledsoe and husband, James, of Todd, and Joyce Testerman of West Jefferson; 22
grandchildren; and 27 great-grandchildren.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2010, West Jefferson, Ashe Co., NC, Obituary
The Watauga Democrat, (Boone, NC) - March 25, 2010
Mrs. Frances Richardson Walton, 86, of West Jefferson, N.C., died
Tuesday, March 23, 2010, at Margate Health and Rehab Center. She was born May
13, 1923 in Ashe County, to the late Melvin and Lessie Campbell Richardson.
Mrs. Walton was a devoted Christian and a wonderful mother.
She is survived by three sons, Thomas Howard Walton of Wilkesboro,
David Walton of West Jefferson, and Roger Dale Walton of Mouth of Wilson, Va.;
six daughters, Wanda Sue Holman, Pamela Blankenship and Betty Greer, all of West Jefferson,
Clara Winebarger of Deep Gap, Cathy Watson of Boone, and Joy Poe of Laurel
Springs; two sisters, Elsie Seats of Jefferson and Mary Vinus Walton of West
Jefferson;13 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren;
and several nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by a
brother, Albert Richardson.
Funeral services will be held on Friday, March 26, 2010, at 2:00
p.m. at Badger Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. J. D. Walton officiating.
Burial will follow in the Bald Mountain Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2010, West Jefferson,
Ashe Co., NC, Obituary
Jefferson
Post (NC) - December
9, 2010
Marion Blankenship,
age 73, of West Jefferson, passed away Monday afternoon, Dec. 6, 2010 at Ashe
Memorial Hospital. He was born in Cardova, WV on Sunday, Oct. 31, 1937 to the
late Gabe and Retta Baldwin Blankenship.
Mr. Blankenship was a member of Smethport Baptist Church. He was a
carpenter and cabinet maker.
He was also preceded in death by a son, Paul Blankenship.
He is survived by his wife, Doris Trivette Blankenship, of 16 years of marriage; five daughters, Pam Gartrell and husband, Jim, of Pennsylvania, Brenda Murphy and husband, Dick, of Maryland, Sandra Blankenship of Statesville, NC, Donna Taylor and husband, Tom, of Indiana, and Sherra Bowman and husband, Giles, of Georgia; mother of children, Evon Blankenship; a brother, Robert Blankenship of West Virginia; three sisters, Susie Wright
of Pennsylvania, Mary Foe of Maryland and Luretha Eichelberger of Salisbury; nine grandchildren, Erin Souther,
Katlin Taylor, Maggie Taylor, Blaise Bowman, Regan Bowman, Matthew Gartrell,
Danny Murphy, Jamie Ragland and David Gartrell; and several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held on Friday, Dec. 10, at 2 p.m. at
Smethport Baptist Church with the Rev. Phil Arnold and the Rev. Chris Goodman
officiating. Burial will be held in the Blankenship Family Cemetery in West Virginia.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2010, Lansing, Ashe Co., NC, Obituary
Jefferson Post (NC) - June 3, 2010
Carolyn Lois Wright Shepherd, age 54, of Lansing, passed away on
Wednesday morning, May 26, 2010 at her home. A memorial service was held on
Thursday, June 3, at 7 p.m. at Boone Family Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev.
Tom Stuart and the Rev. Russell Sheets officiating.
Mrs. Shepherd was born in Lewisburg, WV on Sunday, Oct. 30, 1955 to
the late Louis and Anna Jianniney Wright.
Mrs. Shepherd is survived by; her husband, Doug Shepherd of
Lansing; one son, Doug Shepherd II and companion, Heather Smith, of Glendale
Springs; one daughter, Michelle Brooks and husband, Shannon, of West Jefferson;
two half brothers, Pete Jianniney of Fort Myers, FL, Richey Jianniney and wife,
Pat, of Red Line, PA; one half sister, Joyce Leisure and husband, Dave, of
Wilmington, DE; seven grandchildren,
Skyler Dillard, Laken Blankenship, Sydnee
Shepherd, Talarah Shepherd, Chloe Shepherd, Aiden Shepherd, Emma Shepherd; and
several nieces and nephews.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Ashe Co., NC, SSDI
Blankenship,
Marion 73, 31Oct1937 - 06Dec2010, W.
Jefferson, Ashe, NC, MD-212-34-3020
Avery
2013, Banner Elk, Avery Co., NC, Obituary
Published in Gaston Gazette on February 21,
2013
Mary Esther Smith, 72, passed away Feb. 19, 2013, at Johnson City
Medical Center. A native of Avery County, she was born Feb. 9, 1941, daughter
of the late Marion and Annie Mae Harmon Horney.
She was a member of Elk Valley Baptist Church where she sung in the
choir. She also attended Pleasant Hill Baptist Church where she was a Sunday School
Teacher. Mary enjoyed reading, word puzzles, flower
gardening and listening to Blue Grass Gospel music.
Along with her parents, Mary was preceded in death by her:
husbands, Earl Buchanan and Albert Smith; sister, Lucille Smith; brothers, John
and Joe Horney.
Mary has left to cherish her memory her: daughter, Deborah Lynn
Christian of Banner Elk; sisters, Wilma Blankenship of Gastonia, Hazel Douthat and husband
David of Greenville, TN, Gladys Farmer and husband Allen of Banner Elk;
brothers, Dennis Horney and wife Janice, Dallas Horney and wife Kitty, Jimmy
Horney and wife Kathy all of Banner Elk; grandchildren, Heather Nichole
Christian and boyfriend Joey Kidd of Minneapolis; grandson Michael Christian
and girlfriend Hannah Walters of Minneapolis; special friend, Angie Miller;
sister-in-law, Inez Horney of Banner Elk.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2010, Vale, Avery Co., NC, Funeral
There is also a Vale in Lincoln Co., NC, JIM
The Charlotte Observer, (NC) - September 3, 2010
June Blankenship Lester, 86, died September 1, 2010. Service 1pm
Saturday, visitation 6pm Friday, Stamey Funeral Home.
[SSDI, 12Jul1924 - 01Sep2010]
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Beaufort
2013, Washington, Beaufort Co., NC, Obituary
Published in The Daily Reflector on July 19,
2013
Ayden Wayne Brooks, 5 months, died Monday, July 15, 2013.
The funeral service will be conducted Saturday at 11 a.m. at Peace
Chapel F.W.B. Church, Washington, N.C. Burial will
follow in Homestead Memorial Gardens. He was loved by many and will be greatly missed.
He is survived by his parents, Johnathan Brooks and Karen Pearman; grandparents, Wayne and Shirley Blankenship of Mt.
Gilead, Victoria Peterson of Chicago, and Terry Price of the home; uncles, K J
Price of the home, Michael and Gabriel Brooks, and Brian Lowery, all of Mt.
Gilead; and aunt, Kimberly Lowery Mendoza of Angier.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Brunswick
2013, Leland, Brunswick Co., NC, Obituary
Published in the Wilmington Star-News from May 8
to May 9, 2013
Mrs. Mary Eugenia Lore Moore, of Leland, went home to be with the
Lord on May 6, 2013. She was born January 13, 1922, in Smithfield, NC; the
daughter of the late Edwin Payne and Ruth Tull Kelly Lore and preceded in death
by her husband, George Allie Moore, Jr.
Mrs. Moore was a 30 year member of First Presbyterian Church,
serving as Director of Kindergarten for ten years; and a member of Myrtle Grove
Presbyterian Church the remainder of her life. As a member of the UDC; Cape
Fear Chapter #3 for 58 years, she served on local, state, and national levels,
but most treasured was the Honorary President of General designation, a
lifetime award of service and dedication.
She is survived by a brother, Dr. William P. Lore, of Reno, Nevada;
three children, Gean M. Seay (Gene) of Wilmington, Sheila A. Moore of Leland,
and George A. Moore, III (Beth) of Durham; two grandchildren, Amanda
S. Blankenship (C J) of Brentwood, TN, and Patrick G. Seay (Caroline) of Wilmington;
and five great-grandchildren, Bryan Chesson, Worth and Caitlin Blankenship, and Allie and Kade Seay.
A Celebration of her Life will be announced at a later time.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2012, Ocean Isle Beach, Brunswick Co., NC, Obituary
The Brunswick Beacon, (Shallotte, NC) - February 15, 2012
Roger Wayne Simmons, 46, of Ocean Isle Beach, died Wednesday, Feb.
8, 2012, in Brunswick Community Hospital. He was born on Sept. 18, 1965, in
Melbourne, Fla. He is a son of Roger and Zella Mae Simmons.
In addition to his parents, he is survived by his wife, Johanna B.
Simmons; two sons, Tyler Benton of Ash, and Matthew Simmons of Ocean Isle
Beach; and a sister, Sabrina Blankenship of Ocean Isle Beach.
Funeral services were at noon on Saturday, Feb. 11, in the
Brunswick Funeral Service Chapel. Burial followed in the New Britton Baptist
Church Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2012, Ocean Isle Beach, Brunswick Co., NC, Obituary
The Brunswick Beacon, (Shallotte, NC) - April 4, 2012
Roger Rabon Simmons, 75, formerly of Ash, died Tuesday, March 27,
2012, in Autumn Care Nursing Home in Shallotte.
He was born May 9, 1936, in Columbus County, a son of the late Bias and Genevia
Simmons.
Surviving is his wife, Zella Mae Simmons of Ocean Isle Beach; a daughter, Sabrina Blankenship of Ocean Isle Beach; and four
grandchildren.
Graveside funeral services were at 4 p.m. Friday, March 30, in New
Britton Baptist Church Cemetery by the Rev. Sterling Sarvis.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Buncombe
2012, Arden, Buncombe Co., NC, Obituary
Published in the Asheville Citizen-Times on
September 7, 2012
Raye McKinney, 74, passed away on Wednesday, Sep. 5, 2012. He was a
native of Buncombe County, the son of the late Ernest and Ruth Crandall
McKinney and was also preceded in death by four sisters. He was retired from
ABF Trucking and was a veteran of the US Army.
He is survived by his wife, Jewell P. McKinney; two daughters,
Angela McKinney-McNeil and Cynthia McKinney; three granddaughters, Jacqueline,
Samantha and Allison and four sisters,
Faye Dalton, Catherine Blankenship,
Lucille Orr and Doris Tallent.
A funeral service is scheduled for 2:30 Saturday at Long Shoals
Baptist Church with burial to follow in the church cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Arden, Buncombe Co., NC, Obituary
Published in the Asheville Citizen-Times on Nov.
7, 2013
Mercer Jefferson Blankenship Jr., 78, died peacefully in his sleep on Tuesday, November 5, 2013.
Mercer was born in Charlotte, NC to the late Mercer Jefferson Blankenship, Sr. and Marjorie Wood Blankenship.
He graduated from Davidson College in 1957. He taught English at
Ramesuer High School before moving to New York City in the late 1950s. In 1962
he graduated from UNC Law School and went to work in the Domestic Court of
Mecklenburg County. He went into private practice soon after and retired after
30 years in 1996. That year he walked the Appalachian Trail and finished in 6
months and five days. He was an avid runner for most of his life until becoming
ill in 2006. Mercer loved the outdoors and his cabin on Roan Mountain, where he
spent a great deal of time in the last several years. He was a literature
graduate who loved poetry and classical music. He played the cornet and loved
to ride his bike until his illness.
He was cared for in his home by his daughter, Lisa and friend Michael Payne. He is also
survived by his two sons, Scott of Canton, NY and Gil of New Orleans, LA. He was greatly loved
by his family and will be sadly missed. We would like to extend our thanks to
Rev. Julie Merritt Lee and the congregation of Providence Baptist Church for
their ongoing support and kindness during our father's illness.
A memorial service will be held at a later date.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Arden, Buncombe Co., NC, Obituary
Published in the Asheville Citizen-Times on Dec.
14, 2013
Doris Bell Meece, 82, passed away Thursday, December 12, 2013 at
Mission Hospital. Mrs. Meece was born in Henderson County to the late Daniel
and Lois Tally Bell.
She was also preceded in death by her husband, Howard William
Meece; a son, William Meece and a sister,
Freda Blankenship. Doris was a wonderful mother and
homemaker and will be missed by all.
She is survived by her four children, Delores Brooks and her
husband, James of Seneca, SC, Walter Meece of Blairsville, GA, Rita Rhodes of
Arden and Tina Lively and her husband, Allen of Arden; one brother, Daniel Bell
of San Antonio, TX; two sisters, Audrey Kilpatrick of Asheville and Virginia
Meece of Fletcher; five grandchildren and several nieces, nephews and extended
family.
A graveside service will be held at 1 pm Saturday, December 14,
2013 at Shepherd Memorial Park.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
1940 Census, Limestone Twp., Buncombe Co.,
NC,
Bell, Daniel 38, M, NC, Head,
Bell, Lois 33,
F, NC, Wife,
Bell, Daniel 13, M, NC, Son,
Bell, Virginia May 12, F, NC, Dau,
Bell, Audrey C. 11, F, NC, Dau,
Bell, Doris J. 09, F, NC, Dau,
Bell, Dorthy F. 07, F, SC, Dau,
https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/KW9J-S9R
+2010, Asheville, Buncombe
Co., NC, Obituary
http://obituaries.citizen-times.com/obituaries/obit.php?id=70622&PHPSESSID=a50c4c28ed9f804bf7f97847c5343bd2
Published in the Citizen
Times, 2010-04-02
William Earl Blankenship, 84, of Davenport Rd., Asheville, died on Monday, March 29, 2010,
at the WNC Baptist Home. Born on September 5, 1925, in Rock Hill, SC, he was
the son of the late Bernard C. and Margaret Percival Blankenship. He was also preceded in death by his oldest brother Charles, who was killed in action in WWII, and sister, Mary Ann Matheny. After graduating from Swannanoa High School, Mr. Blankenship attended Mars Hill College and received a
BA degree in history and a minor in math from Appalachian State University. He
later received a Master's of Arts degree in mathematics from Peabody College,
which is now a part of Vanderbilt University. Mr. Blankenship was a math teacher at Erwin High School for 35 years, and taught
for two years at Emma. He was a member of First Baptist Church, of Asheville.
He is survived by his wife, Kay Ramsey Blankenship; daughter, Susan Woolwine and husband, Chris;
granddaughter, Lauren Woolwine; brothers, Bernard C. Blankenship (Marilyn), of Palos Verdes Peninsula, Calif., John G. Blankenship (Pauline) of Asheville, and James M. Blankenship (Jean) of Suwanee, Ga.; and sister, Margaret Nancy Wells (Bruce), of Stockbridge, Ga.
The funeral service for Mr. Blankenship will be at noon Saturday,
at Groce Funeral Home on Patton Ave. with the Rev. David Blackman officiating.
Interment will follow at Sluder Family Cemetery.
2010, Asheville, Buncombe
Co., NC, Funeral
Published:
2010-05-01
Frankie Blankenship Banks, 57, of 35 Cub Rd., was called home to live eternally with her
Lord and Savior on Friday, April 30, 2010. Her graveside service will be at 2
p.m., Sunday, May 2, at West Memorial Park, Weaverville, followed by a
celebration of Frankie's life at 4 p.m. in First Church of Nazarene, Asheville.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2010, Asheville, Buncombe Co., NC, Obituary
The Daily Courier, (Forest City, NC) - July 24, 2010
Charlotte Robertson, 75, of Asheville, NC passed away Tuesday, July
20, 2010 at Elizabeth House Hospice in Hendersonville,
North Carolina after an extended illness. Born Dec. 16, 1934
to Earl and Sis Binegar in Clarksburg WV. She moved with her husband and
children to Asheville in 1964 and had a fulfilling career of over 35 years at
Wachovia. Later she enjoyed working at Israel's Garden Center until her full
retirement in 2001. She was an avid reader, enjoyed crossword puzzles, and
created many treasured cross-stitch items for her family. Although she was an
only child, she maintained a close relationship with her sisters-in-law Jane
Stonko and Jill Hutchinson both of WV. Admired by family and friends, Charlotte
truly lived by the "Golden Rule" and was a very dear soul to everyone
whose life she touched.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her
husband of 54 years, Jack, in 2004.
Surviving are son, Bill Robertson and wife, Kathy of Rutherfordton,
NC; two daughters, Sylvia Ledbetter and husband, Lynn of Candler, NC and Laura
Robertson Paintiff and husband, Jim of Arden, NC; four grandsons Gabriel
and Joshua Blankenship , Jesse
Paintiff, and Walker Robertson and three granddaughters, Tosha Ledbetter, Kira
Paintiff, and Rose Robertson.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2010, Asheville, Buncombe
Co., NC, Obituary
Published:
2010-09-22
Irma Carlene Blankenship, 70, of Old Haywood Road, went home to be with the Lord on
Tuesday, September 21, 2010. A native of Buncombe County, Mrs. Blankenship was a daughter of the late James Frank and
Alice Jones Williams.
She was also preceded in death by a daughter, Tracy Lee Sluder, and
a sister, Billie Ann Taylor. She worked for Vanderbilt Shirt Company, the
Kellwood Corporation, and retired on disability from Ingles in 1989. She was
also a member of Georgetown Baptist Church.
Mrs. Blankenship is
survived by her husband of 48 years, Aaron Mike Blankenship; daughter, Robin
Marie Williams of Asheville;
son, James Michael Blankenship and his wife, Lori, of Arden; sister,
Angela Denise Reynolds and her husband, Eddie, of Asheville; aunt and uncle,
Ailene and Vincent Wilde; grandchildren, Keisha Marie Frazier, Angelica Blankenship, Nicholas Blankenship,
and Zachary Blankenship.
The funeral service will be at 2 p.m. Thursday in the Patton Avenue
Chapel of Groce Funeral Home, with the Rev. Charlie Sams officiating. Interment
will follow at Pisgah View Memorial Park.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2011, Asheville, Buncombe Co., NC, Obituary
Published in the Asheville Citizen-Times on April
4, 2011
Marjorie Robinson Blankenship, 95, died Friday April 1, 2011 at the John F. Keever Jr. Solace
Center. A native of Madison County, she had lived in Buncombe County for the
last 50 years. She was a daughter of the late Sam and Julie Ponder Robinson and
the wife of the late Ted
Blankenship.
Surviving are her sons, Shelby Blankenship
of Candler and Mike Blankenship and wife, Velzie, of Leicester; daughter, Joan Boyd and husband, Jerry, of Asheville; grandsons, Bryan Boyd and Steve Blankenship; and 2 great granddaughters, Abby Kate and
Kayla.
Funeral service will be 11 A.M. Tuesday at Anders-Rice Funeral Home
with the Rev. Charles Surrett officiating. Burial will be in Corinth Baptist
Church Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2011, Asheville, Buncombe Co., NC, Obituary
Published in the Asheville Citizen-Times on May
15, 2011
Paul Patterson Blankenship, 45, passed away Friday May 13, 2011 at the St. Joseph's Campus. A
native and lifelong resident of Buncombe County, he was a son of Joyce Blankenship of Asheville and the late Pender Blankenship.
He was also survived by his brother, Mark Pender Blankenship of Asheville.
No services are planned at this time.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2012, Asheville, Buncombe Co., NC, Obituary
http://www.morrisfamilyfuneralhome.com/obituaries/Kay-Blankenship/#/Obituary
Kay Ramsey Blankenship, 78, [June 20, 1934] of Asheville died Tuesday, October 17, 2012
at Memorial Mission Hospital. A native of Buncombe County, she was daughter of
the late Miller Jacob and Mildred Brown Ramsey. She was also preceded in death
by two sisters, Nell Mackey and JoAnn Hyder.
Mrs. Blankenship
graduated from UNC Greensboro with a degree in teaching and taught 6th Grade at
West Buncombe Elementary and Clyde A. Erwin Middle School. She retired in
(year), moving into Western NC Baptist Home. She was a member of the Red Hat
Club and First Baptist Church of Asheville.
She is survived by her daughter,
Susan Woolwine and her husband, Chris and their
daughter, Lauren all of Princeton, WV and several nieces and nephews.
A funeral service will be held 11:00 AM,
Saturday, October 27, 2012, in the chapel of Morris Funeral Home, 304 Merrimon
Avenue. Interment will follow at Sluder Family Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2012, Asheville, Buncombe Co., NC, Obituary
Published in the Asheville Citizen-Times on
November 4, 2012
Rev. Earl Blankenship, 87, of Asheville left this earth on Sunday, October 28, 2012. Mr.
Blankenship was born March 27, 1925 in Yancey County and was a resident of
Buncombe County most of his life. Earl was a veteran of the United States Army
serving during World War II. He was the son of the late Zeb and Geneva Ray Blankenship.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife,
Marie Riddle Blankenship and 10 brothers and sisters.
Rev. Blankenship is
survived by his sons, Rev. Gary Blankenship (Judith) of South Carolina and Rick Blankenship of Kentucky; siblings, Eloise Sawyer and Rev. Jay Blankenship both of Weaverville; grandchildren,
Rev. Craigan Earl Blankenship and Karl Bryn Blankenship and 3 great grandchildren, Hannah, Cayden and Zoe.
A graveside service was held privately by the family.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Asheville, Buncombe Co., NC, Obituary
Published in the Asheville Citizen-Times on
January 17, 2013
Joyce Elizabeth Dayton, 65, died Monday, January 7, 2013.
A Buncombe Co. native, she was preceded in death by her brother, Steve Blankenship of Asheville.
She is survived by her mother, Ann Taylor Lance and sister Linda Gosnell of FL, and children Tammy Ward and Terry Sawyer of
Asheville. She was blessed with 5 grandchildren, 4 nieces, and 3 nephews. She
worked numerous years for Memorial Mission and served on S.M.A.T. Team on
multiple natural disasters.
A memorial graveside service will be held on January 19, 2013, at the Old Academy Cemetery at 12:00 p.m. Larry
Spencer will officiate.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
SSDI; Blankenship, Steve L., 60, 18Jun1946
- 24Jun2006, Asheville, Buncombe, NC, NC-242-70-0491
+2013, Asheville, Buncombe Co., NC, Obituary
Published in the Asheville Citizen-Times from
January 25 to January 27, 2013
Frank Hyatt, Jr., 92, of Wilburn Rd., Asheville, died Saturday,
January 19, 2013. A native of Haywood Co., he was a son of the late Daniel
Franklin Hyatt, Sr., and Elizabeth Clear Hyatt.
He was also preceded in death by his wife of 65 years, Kathleen
Blankenship Hyatt; a daughter,
Barbara Ann Hyatt; son-in-law Greg Aiello; and sisters Margaret Smith, Louise
Bickerton, Inez Whitehead, and Lois Sherrill.
Mr. Hyatt was a graduate of Biltmore High School. In 1936 he worked
with the CCC and then he worked at the Newport News Shipyard prior to WWII. He
joined the Army Air Corps and later the Navy, serving on a destroyer escort in
the South Pacific. In 1957, Mr. Hyatt founded Hyatt Electric Co. He stayed
active in the company until his death. In the 1950's and 60's, he was very
active in the West Asheville Little League. He was also a member of VFW Post
891, which is named after his father. Mr. Hyatt loved life, and had many
friends.
Mr. Hyatt is survived by a daughter, Marsha Hyatt; son Randy Hyatt
and wife Marie; grandchildren Chris Hyatt and wife Leah, and Christina
Pedersen; and special friend Daphne Waddell.
Graveside services with military honors will be held at 1:00 p.m.
Monday, January 28, 2013, at Pisgah View Memorial Park, with the Rev. Gene Blankenship officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Asheville, Buncombe Co., NC, Obituary
Published in the Asheville Citizen-Times on March
23, 2013
Elijah Kuykendall, Jr., 87, of Asheville died Thursday, March 21,
2013 at Beystone Health and Rehabilitation. Born in Buncombe County, he was the
son of the late Elijah Kuykendall and Survilla Lunsford Kuykendall. He was an
automobile mechanic, custom car builder and racer, having owned his own
business, Downtown Front End Alignment, for many years.
Surviving are his daughters, Janet Riggs and husband Cort of
Columbus, Teresa Russell and husband Mark of Rockford, TN and Diane Clay and
husband Bryan of Leicester; sisters,
Ruby Graham of Candler and Jewell Blankenship of
Simpsonville, SC; brothers, Hartman Kuykendall of Leicester and Bobby
Kuykendall of Asheville; grandchildren, Tonya Ingle of Asheville, Elizabeth
King and Rebekah King both of Leicester and 3 great grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held 4 P.M. Sunday, March 24, 2013 in the
chapel of Anders-Rice Funeral Home with Rev. Wade Zachary and Hartman
Kuykendall officiating. Burial will follow in Bethel Baptist Church Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Asheville, Buncombe Co., NC, Obituary
Published in the Asheville Citizen-Times on April
24, 2013
Ruby Harvey Blankenship, 92, entered into her eternal home Monday, April 22, 2013, from
her residence. A native of Buncombe Co., she was one of six children born to
Harry and Bessie Harvey, who preceded her in death.
She was the last surviving member of her family, which included
three sisters, Myrtle LaTour, Ruth Edmonds (twin sister), June Russell, and two
brothers Harry Jr. and Charles Harvey. "Miss
Ruby", as she was lovingly known to many, was a long time member of Bent
Creek Baptist Church, where she cared for many of the children who stayed in
the church nursery until she was no longer able to do so. She loved her church,
church family, and their children. She
did work outside the home; her last employment being at the
Flat Iron Building operating one of the last manually run elevators in
Asheville.
Ruby is survived by her four children,
Gloria Warren, Howard Jr., Judy Tweed, and Freida
Blankenship; four
grandchildren Joelle Warren, Sammie Tweed, Chris and Todd Shotwell; four
great-grandchildren Chase and Hannah Sample and Kayden and Kason Shotwell; as
well as several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Thursday in the
Patton Ave. chapel of Groce Funeral Home, with the Rev. Tommy Bridges
officiating. Interment will follow at Pisgah View Memorial Park.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Asheville, Buncombe Co., NC, Obituary
Published in the Asheville Citizen-Times on July
9, 2013
Edward "Bug" Atlanta Shook, 78, of Asheville, died
Sunday, July 7, 2013, at his residence. Born in Madison County, to the late
Litton and Vashti Moore Shook, he was a baker at Towne House Bakery for 43
years and retired from Appalachian Stove in 2000.
Other than his parents he is preceded in death by his wife Mary
Bernice Wilson Shook and siblings, Barbara Blankenship, Patricia Callendar, Georgia Riddle and
Garland Shook.
Survivors include sons, Tim Shook of Asheville and Gary Shook and
his wife Annette of Fairview; brothers, Romas Shook of Amelia VA and Donald
Shook of Huntersville, NC; sister Linda Shook of Huntersville; several nieces
and nephews; also special "adopted" grandchildren, Cory, Taylor and
Marissa Stockstad.
A graveside service will be held Thursday, July 11, at 11:00 am at
Skyview Memorial Park.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
SSDI: Blankenship, Barbara, 29, 04Mar1945
- ??Sep1974, (not specified), NC-241-74-3231
North Carolina, Deaths, https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/FPWY-JQT
Blankenship, Barbara Shook
29, W, F, M, 04 Mar 1945, NC, 11 Sep 1974, Asheville, Buncombe Co.,
D/o Litton Shook & Vashtie Moore, H/o
David Blankenship
+2013, Asheville, Buncombe Co., NC, Obituary
Published in the Ashevile Citizen-Times on August
4, 2013
Carol Irene Blankenship Johnson went Home to be with Phillip Charles Johnson - her son, Frank M. and Helen G.
Blankenship, her parents on August 1, 2013.
She is survived by Charles "Charlie" Scott Johnson, her
husband; Tanya Michelle Johnson, her daughter; Gail B. Waddell of Asheville,
her sister; Frank M. Blankenship of Morristown, TN, her brother; Phyllis G.
Gardner, her aunt and Harold Garland, her uncle; and numerous nieces, nephews
all of Asheville, all who loved her and stood by her side until the end. She
was a member of Beaverdam Baptist Church.
Carol was born November 8th 1948, to Helen & Frank Blankenship of Asheville, NC. She attended Jones
Elementary, David Millard Junior High School and Lee H. Edwards High School,
graduating in 1966. She attended Mars Hill College for a short period of time.
She married Charles Scott Johnson in June 1972. He reentered the
Air Force in August of '72 and they went to Langley AFB, VA. to
start their career. From Langley they went to Elmendorf AFB at Anchorage,
Alaska, and spent 4 years there where both Phil & Tanya were born. They
were sent to McClellan AFB at Sacramento, CA. where Charlie was in the Air
Force until 1981. They moved back to Asheville so they could be near their
parents who were aging so they could share the children with them. Carol worked
at in Asheville City School system; at from Asheville High, Randolph Elementary
and to Ira B. Jones Elementary where she had to retire in 2003 because of
health issues. After her retirement she was often heard to say, "I miss my
19 hugs a day." (from her students). She loved
all of the children who passed through her classrooms and was known city wide
for her bulletin boards which she could put together almost at the drop of a
hat.
Carol was predeceased by her son Phillip "Phil" Johnson
in April of 2000. she helped to put together a chapter
of Bereaved Parents of the USA in 2006 in memory of Phil. She had to stop helping
Charlie direct the Chapter in late 2007 when her cancer was found and she was
unable to continue.
Services will be held at Beaverdam Baptist Church, 399 Beaverdam
Rd. in North Asheville, on Monday, August 5, 2013 at 2:00 PM with the
visitation starting at 1:00 PM and burial to follow in the church cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Asheville,
Buncombe Co., NC, Obituary
Published in the Asheville Citizen-Times from
September 12 to September 13, 2013
Frank Smith, 87, a native of Yancey County closed his eyes at his
home for three years, the WNC Baptist Home, and opened them at the gates of
heaven on September 11, 2013. Born on July 8, 1926 to Coleman and Bessie Blankenship Smith in a shack on Banks Creek, he had since
lived in Woodfin, Alexander, and Black Mountain.
A special "Thank You" is extended to the staff of the
Baptist Home where he made great friends, not only with the staff but with the
residents. He often gifted jams and jellies with his physicians Dr. Domby, Dr.
Wade, and Dr. Armstrong and kept his candy bowl filled for all who cared for
him. Visiting with older friends and relatives was a great part of his last
years.
Frank was a child of the great depression and abject poverty
influenced his early youth. After finishing the 8th grade he became a wage
earner at a saw mill, laborer with Davie Tree, and a funeral home attendant
where he lived and made ammunition boxes for the war effort. His proudest
accomplishment was serving in the U.S. Navy for 18 months during WWII aboard
the U.S. Union AKA106 in the Pacific Theater. That pride continued for his
granddaughter Traci serving in the U.S. Army today.
Frank met the love of his life, Vera Mason, at the popcorn counter
of Kress Department Store in 1943 and they married on July 10, 1948. He learned
the skills of installing tile while working at Blue Ridge Tile and later
started a business with his brother Robert becoming owner of Smith Floor
Covering Service from 1955 to 1985. While running the business alongside Vera,
he attended Asheville Biltmore College and received his high school diploma in
a private graduation from Woodfin High School. His business skills, personality
and ethics helped to grow the venture into a successful business. He was very
proud of working with the Biltmore Estate on many tile projects, including
turning an old barn into a winery. He always worked diligently to make
customers happy and many customers became lifelong friends.
Frank was preceded in death by his parents; brothers: Robert and
Cairl; sister, Joyce; wife and mother of his children Vera (1984);
mother-in-law and father-in-law Geneva and Lee Mason; nieces: Carolyn and Rhnee;
and great nephew, Aaron.
Surviving are his: daughter and her husband, Donna and H. D. Ammons;
son and his wife, Kevin and Debi Smith; sister, Aline Teague; wife, Jean;
grandchildren: Jeannie Shelton, Niki Hoyle, Emily Ammons, Traci Sturdevant,
Cory Smith, Tammy Moseley, Michael West; 9 great grandchildren, and one
great-great grandson; numerous nieces, nephews, the Smith family and a host of
friends are left to treasure his memory.
Frank was a member of Alexander Baptist Church and most recently
attended Freedom Baptist when possible. His strong Christian faith and love of
family lead his steps to become a strong but humble man, husband, father, and
friend to all he met. His handshake became infamous and many acquaintances
didn't offer their hand in fear of being squeezed to their knees.
The memorial service will be at Anders-Rice Home in Asheville on
Saturday, September 14, 2013 at 2 PM. Rev. Randy Teague, nephew, and H. D.
Ammons, son-in-law, will officiate. Burial will be in the Alexander Baptist
Church Cemetery immediately following the service. Pallbearers include Coleman
and Mitchell Teague, Archie Huntsinger, Larry Anders, Jeff Haney, and Jack
Presnell. All former employees of Dad's company are invited to a place of honor
during the service. A time for personal memories and reflections will be part
of the service.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Asheville, Buncombe Co., NC, Obituary
Published in the Asheville Citizen-Times on Nov.
1, 2013
Jack Price, 88, of Asheville, North Carolina, passed away October
30, 2013 at John F. Keever Solace Center Asheville, North Carolina. He was born
on July 13, 1925 in Marshall, North Carolina, to the late Willard and Cora
Walker Price.
Jack served in the Navy during World War II. He retired after 25
years from Champion Paper and had also worked for Colonial Bakery. He had been
a member of Bethel Baptist Church and enjoyed farming, cattle and reading.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his siblings, Paul, Gene and Billie Price,
Sylvia Moore, Bonnie
Blankenship and Juanita
Rhymer.
He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Mollie L. Parton Price;
son, Jeff (Cora) Price; former wife, Martha Price; and children, Jerry
(Carolyn) Price, Rodney (Chari) Price, Bruce (Phyllis) Price and Elaine (Don
Williams) Fisher; siblings, Alma
Worley, Nancy Blankenship and Walker Price; grandchildren, Blake,
Alexa and Austin Price, Justin Fisher and Jennifer Creaseman and great granddaughter
Kaiya Price.
A Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, November 2nd at 3:00PM
in the Chapel of Faith, Moore Funeral Home at Forest Lawn with Rev. Mark Lewis
officiating. Entombment will follow at Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Candler.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Asheville, Buncombe Co., NC, Obituary
Published in the Asheville Citizen-Times on Nov.
8, 2013
Gus and Arch Caruthers, twin infant brothers, entered and left this
world on November 5, 2013. They are the cherished sons of Bryan and Kristi
Caruthers, Asheville, NC.
Gus and Arch were the answer to their prayers, and they waited for
their births with joyful expectations and many celebrations. During their brief
visit in this life, Gus and Arch were lovingly held closely by their parents
and will be honored and remembered every day. We imagine that they would have
taken after their dad and mom and been avid travelers, runners, snow skiers,
and outdoorsmen. They will be greatly missed and forever loved.
They are mourned by their grandmother,
Dorothy Blankenship of Johnson City, TN; grandparents, Cecil and Rachel Blankenship
of Johnson City, TN; grandfather, Ron Caruthers of Port St. Lucie, FL; aunts, Lisa Blankenship, Madison
Blankenship, and Kara
Caruthers; uncle, Chad Blankenship; cousin,
Riley Blankenship; furry siblings, Brogan, Chopper, and
Kenna; and so many dear friends and family members.
A private celebration of life will be held with the family. If love
could have saved them, they would have lived forever.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Asheville, Buncombe Co., NC, Obituary
Published in the Asheville Citizen-Times on Dec.
11, 2013
John Harold Garland Sr., 93, of Asheville, NC died on Monday,
December 9, 2013 at his home. Harold was a veteran of World War II serving in
both England and France. He was a former electrical inspector with the city of
Asheville. During his career he received numerous awards including a
"Resolution of Appreciation from the City of Asheville",
"Grateful Appreciation for his distinguished service as a member of NC State
Board of Examiners of Electrical Contractors", and numerous awards from
the Ellis Cannady Chapter of the International Association of Electrical
Inspectors. He was a member of Beaverdam Baptist Church.
Preceding him in death were his parents, Andy and Irene Garland; his
first wife, Eleanor White Garland; his daughter, Linda Nichols; his
daughter-in-law, Gail Garland; his brother, Jack Garland; and his sisters, Margaret Culbreth and Helen Blankenship.
He is survived by wife, Elizabeth Hill Garland; son, John Garland;
son-in-law, Dan Nichols; sister, Phyllis Gardner; step-daughter, Sandy Peake;
step-son, Marshall Hill, and numerous grand children and great-grandchildren.
A funeral service will be held 11:00 AM, Thursday, December 12,
2013 at Beaverdam Baptist Church with Reverend Daniel Reese officiating.
Interment will follow at Lewis Memorial Park.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2012, Barnardsville, Buncombe Co., NC, Obituary
Published in the Asheville Citizen-Times on
November 5, 2012
Inez Calloway Riddle, age 90, of 11 Speedy Drive died Saturday,
November 3, 2012. Mrs. Riddle was born September 22, 1922, in Buncombe County.
One of her greatest pleasures was shopping at Rose's.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Fred and Christie Blankenship Calloway; and her husband, Richmond Vaughn Riddle
who died in 1967, and son Jimmy V. Riddle.
Surviving are her daughter, Barbara Angel and husband Larry of
Leicester; sons, O'Neil Riddle and wife Lillian of Barnardsville and Ronnie
Riddle of Brevard; four grandchildren and six great grandchildren.
Her graveside service will be held at 2:30 p.m., Tuesday, November
6, 2012, at Calloway Family Cemetery with Rev. Kenny Stump officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2011, Black Mountain, Buncombe Co., NC, Obituary
http://obitsforlife.com/obituary/409545/Stewart-Gladys.php
Gladys Blankenship Stewart, 93, of Black Mountain, passed away Tuesday, October 4, 2011. She
was born on January 13, 1918 in Mitchell County, and was a resident of Buncombe
County for most of her life.
Gladys loved to
cook, sew, and work in her garden. She was a member of the Eastern Star. She
also was a member of Black Mountain United Methodist Church.
Mrs. Stewart was preceded in death by her parents, Jesse and Naomi
Masters Garland; husband, Tate Blankenship; son,
Bruce Blankenship; and siblings, Hattie Tipton, Doris
Holiman, Ella Hall, and Arnold Garland.
Gladys is survived by her daughter,
Susan Gardner and husband, Mike of Black
Mountain; son, Robert L. Edwards and wife, Marie of Shelby, NC; sisters, Madge
Milovitz, Irene Haynes; brother, Ray Garland; grandchildren, Matt Gardner
(Monica), John Gardner (Monica), Jesse Gardner (Jessica), Ann Marie G. Hammond
(Joey), Steven Edwards, Carol Edwards, and Mark Edwards; and
great-grandchildren, Tate, Chesney, Maesyn, Zaida-Page, Gannon, Zaira, Slade,
Sawyer, Cole, Taylor, Joshua, Sarah, and Sidney.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held Thursday, October 6,
2011 at 2:00 pm, at Black Mountain United Methodist Church with Rev. Lynda
Briggs and Rev. John Gardner officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Black Mountain, Buncombe Co., NC, Obituary
Published in the Asheville Citizen-Times on March
31, 2013
Wilma Justus Blankenship, 80, passed away Friday, March 29, 2013. Mrs. Blankenship was born
November 11, 1932 and was a lifelong resident of Black Mountain.
She was a graduate of Black Mountain High School, class of 1951.
She worked as an accountant for many years, and retired from Charles D. Owen
Manufacturing in 1995. It was her family and friends that were her true passion
for life. She was a member of Tabernacle United Methodist Church.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Percy and Grace Justus;
and by her loving husband of 57
years, Robert O. Blankenship.
Wilma is survived by her son,
Don Blankenship and wife, Dorinda of Black Mountain; and
sisters Joyce Parris of Swannanoa and Norma Mash of Kennesaw, GA.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held Tuesday, April 2, 2013 at
11:00 am at Tabernacle United Methodist Church with the Revered H. D. Hauk
officiating. Burial will be in Black Mountain City Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Black Mountain, Buncombe Co., NC, Obituary
Published in the Asheville Citizen-Times on April
9, 2013
Leota Elizabeth Burnette, 76, passed away on Saturday, April 6,
2013. Leota was the daughter of the late Fred D. and Thena Brown Ballard and
was the wife of the late Chuck Burnette.
Survivors include one daughter, Wanda Clemmons, of Black Mountain;
granddaughter, Rose Moore and her husband, Jim; three great-grandchildren; two
brothers, Joseph Earl Ballard and Fred David Ballard, both of Asheville; three sisters, Juanita Moeller, of Candler,
and Betty Blankenship and Martha Warren and husband William, all
of Asheville.
A funeral service will be held Wednesday at 2:00 P.M. at the
Western Carolina State Veterans Cemetery Chapel in Black Mountain with burial
to follow.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Black
Mountain, Buncombe Co., NC, Obituary
Published in the Asheville Citizen-Times on April
9, 2013
Leota Elizabeth Burnette, 76, passed away on Saturday, April 6,
2013. Leota was the daughter of the late Fred D. and Thena Brown Ballard. She
was born in Transylvania County and was self-employed.
Other than her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband
Chuck Burnette, brother, James Daniel Ballard and sister, Fredrice Manning.
Survivors include one daughter, Wanda Clemmons, of Black Mountain;
granddaughter, Rose Moore and her husband, Jim; three great grandchildren:
Michael, Jessica and Brandon; two brothers, Joseph Earl Ballard and Fred David
Ballard, both of Asheville; and three sisters,
Juanita Moeller, of Candler, and Betty Blankenship
and Martha Warren and husband William, all of Asheville.
A funeral service will be held Wednesday at 2:00 P.M. at the
Western Carolina State Veterans Cemetery Chapel in Black Mountain with burial
to follow. Rev. Randy Stone will officiate.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Candler, Buncombe Co., NC, Obituary
Published in the Asheville Citizen-Times on June
11, 2013
Vaughn George Mease Sr. of Candler went home to be with the Lord on
Sunday, June 9th, 2013. He was born in Leicester on September 6th, 1929. He was
the last surviving child of Montford and Legia MeHaffey Mease.
In addition to his parents, Vaughn was preceded in death by
brothers Johnville, Herndon, Doyle and Varnell Mease, and sisters Lessie and
Wilma Mease.
Vaughn was a long time member of White Rock Baptist Church, where
he was a deacon and Adult Men's Sunday school teacher. Vaughn was an avid
gardener and bird enthusiast. He loved the Lord, his family and being outside.
Vaughn worked for Clark and Fowler and retired from Morehead and Son in 1996.
Vaughn is survived by his loving wife of 63 years Patty Jennings
Mease of the home; son Vaughn G. Mease Jr. of Shelby, NC; daughters Sharon Murdock and husband Jack of Centre, AL, and Dawn Blankenship and husband
James of Statham, GA; four grandchildren Wendy
Mease Setzer and husband John of Cumming, GA, Tiffany Mease Smith and husband
Kirk, Vaughn G Mease, III, all of Shelby, NC, and Casey Murdock of Centre, AL.
Also surviving are two great granddaughters Riley and Lyla Setzer of Cumming,
GA.
Funeral services will be held at White Rock Baptist Church by Rev.
Robert Oliver on Wednesday, June 12th at 11am, with burial immediately
following in the church cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2012, Leicester, Buncombe Co., NC, Obituary
Published in the Asheville Citizen-Times on
October 2, 2012
James "J.G." Garrett Fox, age 80, of Leicester, died
Monday, October 1, 2012, surrounded by his loving family. Mr. Fox was born
September 17, 1932, in Yancey County.
He retired from the US Army as Sgt. First Class after 22-1/2 years
of service. He served in Vietnam from 1967-1969 where he was awarded two Silver
Stars, two Bronze Star medals, and a Purple Heart. He was a member of Turkey
Creek Baptist Church where he formerly served as a deacon.
He was a son of the late John Arthur and Zilla Arrowood Fox. He was
also preceded in death by his sisters,
Delovia Fox, Opal Blankenship, Nola Miller; and brother, Bobby Gene Fox.
Surviving are his wife of 61 years, Inez E. Fox; daughter, Corean
Fox Wagner; sons, Gary Fox and wife Lynn, Dwayne Fox and wife Helga, Wayne Fox
and wife Debra, and Steven Fox and wife Sheila; brothers, Farris Fox and Doyle
Fox; ten grandchildren, six great grandchildren, and a large extended family.
His funeral service will be held at 2:30 p.m., Thursday, October 4,
2012, in Turkey Creek Baptist Church, with Revs. Ricky
Townsend and Roy McPeters officiating. Burial will be in Turkey Creek
Baptist Church Cemetery with military rites by the Buncombe County Veterans
Council Memorial Team.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Leicester, Buncombe Co., NC, Obituary
Published in the Asheville Citizen-Times on April
24, 2013
Jerry Verneal Teague, 77, of 44 Green Valley Road, went to be with
his Lord on Monday, April 22, 2013 at his home. Mr. Teague was a son of the
late James Thomas Teague and Callie Florence Wells Teague.
He was also preceded in death by his brother, Charles Teague and brother-in-law, Howard Blankenship.
A native and resident most of his life of Buncombe County, he
retired in the early 90's from Trailways/Greyhound Bus Lines as a Bus Driver
following 30 years of service. Following his retirement, he was employed with
Buncombe County Schools where he served in the Janitorial Department at Valley
Springs Middle School, was a member of Beulah Baptist Church and proudly served
in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean War. He was an avid gardener who also
loved watching baseball and Nascar Racing.
Surviving are his wife whom he married July 23, 1957, Jeanette
Melinda King Teague of the home; sons, Terry V. Teague and wife Genia of
Leicester and Roger D. Teague of Portland, TN; grandchildren, Travis and
Heather; sister, Juanita Blankenship [04 Mar 1945] of Asheville and brothers, Gary Teague and
wife JoAnn and Wallace Teague and wife Shelby Jean and sister-in-law, Louise Teague
all of Leicester.
Funeral services will be held 11 A.M. Friday, April 26, 2013 at
Beulah Baptist Church with Rev. Ricky Wolfe, Rev. Ricky Townsend and Rev. Joe
Sellars officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery with Travis
Teague, Tyler Sparks, Gene Radford, Rob Rhymer, Chad and Chris Gillespie, James
and Toby Bryant serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers will be Conley
Gillespie, Mack Brooks, Wesley Lusk and Richard Frisbee.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2010, Swannanoa, Buncombe Co., NC, Obituary
http://obitsforlife.com/obituary/168313/Howie-Beula.php
Beula L. Nanny Howie, 90 of Swannanoa passed away Tue., Dec. 14,
2010. Mrs. Howie was born February 26, 1920 to the late William and Emma
Bartlett Lunsford. She was a member of Bee Tree Missionary Baptist Church. She
retired after 27 years of service with Kellwood Mfg. Co.
Also preceding her in death is a son and daughter in law, William
Loyn Howie, Jr. and Laetitia Howie, son in law, C. Kenneth Bridges and eight
brothers and sisters.
She is survived by her daughters,
Wyona Howie Bridges and Barbara
Howie Blankenship (Don); son, Ronnie Howie (Alma); 14 grandchildren; 33 great
grandchildren and three great great-grandchildren.
Services will be held Fri., Dec. 17, 2010 at 2:00p.m. at Bee Tree Missionary Baptist Church with the Reverends Don Blankenship, Dash Hensley, and Jimmy Page officiating.
Burial will be in the church cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2011, Weaverville, Buncombe Co., NC, Obituary
Published in the Asheville Citizen-Times on
October 1, 2011
Clint Blankenship
passed away peacefully on September 27, 2011 at New York- Presbyterian Hospital in New York City where he was being
treated for a long-term illness. He was surrounded by family. Clint was born on December 25th, 1979, in Anderson, SC to his parents, Roger and Brenda Blankenship of Mars Hill, NC.
He spent much of his childhood in Seneca, SC and Pembroke, VA,
before moving to North Carolina. He graduated from North Buncombe High School
in 1998. It was there that he met the love of his life, Crystal Sanderson
Blankenship. They were married
for over 14 years and had three beautiful children,
Mikayla Ann Blankenship, 14; Isaiah Roger Blankenship, 12; and, Landon Hardy Blankenship, 3. His family was his inspiration for putting up such a noble
fight.
Clint joined the Army in 1998 with full intentions of being a
career man, but had to leave the Army in 2000 due to medical complications from
his service. After receiving an honorable discharge, Clint returned home where
he got his General Contractor's license and was part-owner of Appalachian
Mountain Homes in Mars Hill until his health worsened. Clint had a special
personality that inspired everyone with whom he came in contact. He was a man
of unwavering faith, strong character, love of country, and a love of family
that was unsurpassed.
Clint is also survived by his sister
and closest friend, Carmela
Blankenship Blackwell and her
husband, Jason Blackwell of Mars Hill; his very special in-laws, Bill and Glenda
Sanderson of Weaverville; brother-in-law, Billy Sanderson and his wife, Allison
of Lexington, SC; and, sister-in-law, Angela Sanderson of Weaverville; nieces, Kaitlan Blackwell, Kara Blankenship, Vanessa Sanderson, and Christina
Sanderson; and nephew, Will Sanderson. He is also survived by his paternal grandparents, Jay and Velma
Blankenship of Weaverville, NC
as well as many aunts, uncles and cousins all of who held a special place in
his heart.
Clint was a member of Pleasant Gap United Methodist, but due to
size restraints his Celebration of Life will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday,
October 2, 2011 at Blue Ridge Funeral Service, Mars Hill.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Weaverville,
Buncombe Co., NC, Obituary
Published in the Asheville Citizen-Times on July
23, 2013
Eloise Blankenship Sawyer, age 90, of Vanna Court died Saturday, July 20, 2013. Mrs. Sawyer
was born June 9, 1923, in Yancey County and was a resident of Buncombe County
for most of her life.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Zeb G. and Geneva Ray Blankenship; husband, Robert E. Sawyer, Jr., who died in 2002; eleven siblings
and two sons.
Surviving are her son, Steve Riddle and wife Debbie Metcalf; brother, Jay Blankenship, Sr.; grandchildren, Ronnie Riddle and wife Paula, and Wanda Coffey;
great granddaughter, Crystal Chapman; and sister-in-law, Aileen Dimaya.
Her funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, July 24,
2013, in the Chapel of West Funeral Home, 17 Merrimon Ave., Weaverville, with
Rev. Steve Rhinehart officiating. Burial will be in West Memorial Park.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Weaverville, Buncombe Co., NC, Obituary
Published in the Asheville Citizen-Times on Nov.
21, 2013
Iris Honeycutt Robinson, 85, of 400 Upper Flat Creek Road, died
Tuesday, November 19, at her residence. She was a native of Madison County,
having lived most her life in Buncombe County. She was the daughter of the late
Woots and Ettia Metcalf Honeycutt.
In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her
husband, J. B. Robinson; 2 sisters and 6 brothers. Mrs. Robinson was a member
of Ray's Freewill Baptist Church.
She is survived by daughters,
Alene Blankenship (Paul), Gail Brooks
(Dale) and Patsy McMinn (Don); sons, Jimmy Robinson (Ruth) and Jack Robinson
(Sheila); 13 grandchildren, 33 great grandchildren, 18 great-great
grandchildren; and several nieces & nephews.
Funeral services will be held on Friday, November 22, at 2pm, at
Robbie Capps Memorial Chapel of Blue Ridge Funeral Service. Rev. Eric Sams will
officiate. Burial will follow in the Robinson Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
North Carolina, Marriages; https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/F8FB-98X
Blankenship, Paul, 16, - Robinson, Alene,
16, - 22 Feb 1963, Yancey Co.,
Buncombe Co., NC, SSDI
Blankenship,
Margaret E. 85, 19Mar1925 - 18Jan2011, Asheville, Buncombe, NC, NC-244-24-9525
Blankenship,
William E. 84, 05Sep1925 - 26Mar2010, Asheville, Buncombe, NC, NC-246-32-1404
Blankenship,
Marjorie R. 95, 14Jun1915 - 01Apr2011, Asheville, Buncombe, NC, NC-246-64-5461
Blankenship, Irma
C. 70, 11Sep1940 - 21Sep2010, Asheville,
Buncombe, NC, NC-240-64-8458
Blankenship, Paul
P. 45, 17Mar1966 - 13May2011, Asheville,
Buncombe, NC, NC-239-37-5840
Burke
2011, Morganton, Burke Co., NC, Obituary
The Daily Courier, (Forest City, NC) - February 11, 2011
Hazel Franklin Dula, 78, of Morganton, died Monday, Feb. 7, 2011,
at the Magnolia Lane Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Morganton. A native
of Burke County, she was a daughter of the late Alfred Franklin and Minnie Byrd
Franklin.
In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her
husband, James A. Dula.
Survivors include two sons, Thomas A. Dula of Morganton and Timothy
B. Dula of Rutherfordton; a daughter, Linda Blankenship
of Morganton; eight grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and three
greatgreat-grandchildren.
Graveside services will be
at 2 p.m. Saturday at Burke Memorial Park with the Rev. Rick Brewer
officiating. Visitation will be 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at the home of Linda Blankenship, 2343 Byrd Road, Morganton.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2011, Morganton, Burke Co., NC, Funeral
The Charlotte Observer, (NC) - March 8, 2011
John Blankenship,
57, died March 6, 2011. Service 2pm Saturday, visitation 1pm,
Lighthouse Ministries. Sossoman Funeral Home in charge
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2012, Morganton, Burke Co., NC, Obituary
Published in The News Herald on July 8, 2012
Helen W. Blankenship,
87, of Morganton, died Saturday, July 7, 2012.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced later by
Sossoman Funeral Home.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2012, Morganton, Burke Co., NC, Obituary
Published in The News Herald from July 8 to July
9, 2012
Helen W. Blankenship,
87 [1925], of
Morganton, died Saturday, July 7, 2012, following a period of declining health.
She retired as manager of Western Union Telegraph office after more than 30
years of service.
Helen is survived by her son,
Kenneth L. Blankenship; and a daughter, Carolyn
B. Johnson.
A graveside service will be held at 3:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 10, at
Burke Memorial Park.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2012, Morganton, Burke Co., NC, Obituary
The News Herald, (Morganton, NC) - July 22, 2012
Lydia Chavez Cline, 81, of Morganton, went to be with our Lord in
Heaven Thursday, July 19, 2012, at the John Keever Solace Center in Asheville [Buncombe Co., NC]. Born in the Philippines October 7, 1930,
she was the daughter of the late Eliseo Chavez and Julieta Flores Chavez. Lydia
has been a resident of Morganton since 1959 and attended St. Charles Borromeo
Catholic Church. She enjoyed traveling and was an avid Walmart shopper. A
loving mother and grandmother,
Lydia is survived by her longtime partner, Robert Dale, of the
home; a daughter, Belinda Beck, of Asheville; grandchildren, Evangelina Powell, of Charlotte, Ashley Blankenship, of Asheville and Chazi Blankenship, of Asheville; a great-grandchild, Kamaya
Robinson, of Asheville; a brother, Alfredo Chavez of Manilla, Philippines; and
Priscilla Chavez of Bacolod City, Philippines.
In addition to her parents, Lydia was preceded in death by seven
brothers and one sister.
The funeral will be held at 2 p.m., Monday, July 23, in the
Colonial Chapel of Sossoman Funeral Home, with Father Kenneth Whittington
officiating. Burial will follow in Forest Hill Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Morganton, Burke Co., NC, Obituary
The News Herald, (Morganton, NC) - April 21, 2013
Mrs. Mary Lee Epley Smith, 61, of Morganton, passed away
unexpectedly Thursday, April 18, 2013, at Grace Hospital. She was born July 31,
1951, in Burke County, a daughter of the late Fred Ernest Epley and Ruby Lee
Yount Epley.
In addition to her parents, Mary was preceded in death by a
grand-daughter, Terri McKenna Smith; and a sister, Etta Faye Pearson.
Left to cherish her memory are her husband, Murphy Ensley Smith, of
the home; sons, Terry Ensley Smith and wife, Maria, Tracy Lee Smith and
companion, Patricia Harmon, and Tony Allen Smith and wife, Laura, all of
Morganton; daughter, Jeannie Smith Mitchell, of Morganton; grandchildren, Megan
Smith Rhom, Kayla McNeely, Melinda Smith, Courtney Smith, Jake Smith, Emileigh
Smith, Mitchell Hefner, Matthew Hefner, and Katelyn Wilcox; great-grandchildren,
Camren Rhom, Caiden Rhom, and Amelia Rhom; brothers, Bob Epley, Jim Epley, and
Richard Epley, all of Morganton; and sisters
Betty Carico and Shirley
Blankenship, both of
Morganton.
Funeral services will be held at 5 p.m., Sunday, April 21, in the
Colonial Chapel of Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center, with the Rev.
Jerry Campbell officiating. Burial will follow at Forest Hill Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Burke Co., NC, SSDI
Blankenship, Emily
L. 27, 18Aug1982 - 18Jan2010, Morganton,
Burke, NC, FL-595-14-3091
Cabarrus
2010, Concord, Cabarrus
Co., NC, Obituary
http://www.claywestvirginia.com/ , Oct 17 2010
Kimberley Kristine Blankenship, 27, of Concord, NC, died October 13, 2010, at Plateau Medical
Center, Oak Hill. Born October 25, 1982, in Ohio, she was the daughter of Royal Leon Blankenship of Chimney Corner and Kimberly Sue Blankenship of Kannapolis, NC. She was a homemaker.
In addition to her parents, she is also survived by her children,
Corey Shane Hartsell and Kaylei Briann Hartsell, both of Concord; brother, Joshua Leon Blankenship of Kannapolis, NC; fiancé, Charles Shane
Hartsell of Concord, NC; maternal grandparents, James and Kathleen Starcher of
Belva.
Services will be held in North Carolina at a later date.
From: Walter Jenny, Jr. wjenny(at)oklahoma.net
2013, Concord, Cabarrus Co., NC, Obituary
Published in Concord & Kannapolis Independent
Tribune from January 6 to January 10, 2013
Mr. Baxter Junior Starnes, 71, of Concord, passed away Thursday,
Jan. 3, 2013, at Five Oaks Manor.
The family held a memorial service Saturday, Jan. 5, at 2 p.m. at
Wilkinson Funeral Home.
Mr. Starnes was born July 16, 1941, in Cabarrus County to the late
Andrew and Carrie Hartsell Starnes.
Mr. Starnes is survived by his wife, Mrs. Shirley Drye Starnes; a daughter, Mrs. Barbara Blankenship; son, Mr. Edward Starnes; one sister, Mrs.
Linda Dunlap; a brother, Mr. Johnny Starnes; and three grandchildren.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Concord, Cabarrus Co., NC, Obituary
Princeton Times (WV) - April 19, 2013
With his loving mother by his side, David Lewis Spangler, Jr., of
Concord, N.C., went home to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus, Tuesday, April
16, 2013. Born February 28, 1974 in Princeton, W.Va., David is the son of Kathy
Spangler Scott and the late David Spangler, Sr.
David's love of life and outreach to help others touched all those
who knew him. David loved watching his son play football and coaching his son
and other young people. He was of the Baptist faith.
In addition to his Father, David is preceded in death by his
maternal grandparents Jack and Gladys (Granny) Taylor, paternal grandparents
Conrad Theodore and Theresa Spangler and cousin Billy Mills.
In addition to his loving Mother, survivors include his step-dad,
Rick Scott; his son, David Lewis Spangler, III (D3) which David, Jr. said is
his most precious gift in life. The love of his life and
mother of his son, Lisa Lambert. His step-mom, Judy Spangler, his three
brothers, Justin Spangler, Casey Scott and Jaime Whitt; his two sisters, Shawna Blankenship and Ronja Kress, his step-grandmother Margaret Spangler and his
loving aunts, Patty, Connie, Mar Mar and Jackie and a Host of nieces, nephews
and cousins. David's family would like to acknowledge his special friends, Eric
Porterfield his brother in Christ and Jay Murphy and Danny Blankenship (Lee) his brothers in life. Also, the Princeton Church of God and especially Pastor Fred
Farley.
On Saturday, April 20, 2013, at 2:00 p.m. we will celebrate the
life of David Spangler, Jr. from the Burns Wornal Chapel of the Memorial
Funeral Directory on the Athens Road in Princeton with Pastor Eric Porterfield
officiating. Burial will follow in the Bethel Cemetery on the Eads Mill Road,
near Princeton. Serving as pallbearers will be David's two brothers, Justin
Spangler and Jamie Whitt, and four cousins, Jim Skeens, Jay Murphy, Robert
Gilpin and Sean Gilpin. Honorary pallbearers will be Casey Scott and Joshua
Griffith.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Kannapolis,
Cabarrus Co., NC, Obituary
Published in Salisbury Post on August 21, 2013
Dewitt Lafatte "Dee" Boger, age
91, of Kannapolis, died Monday, Aug. 19, 2013, at Big Elm Nursing Center after
a period of declining health. Dee was born Sept. 25, 1921, in Davie County, a
son of the late Noah A. and Chattie Blankenship Boger.
He was a veteran of the U.S Army Air
Corps serving in World War II in the Pacific theater where he saw action in the
Philippines, New Guinea and Okinawa. Dee was a long-time member of Sharon
Baptist Church in Concord. He served for many years as a deacon and an usher.
Dee worked for many years at Cannon Mills Plant 1, No. 6 weave room. He enjoyed
gardening and sharing his harvest with friends and neighbors. Dee grew
beautiful camellias and azaleas. He also enjoyed woodworking and collecting
clocks.
In addition to his parents, Dee was
preceded in death by his wife, Lodena Bailey Boger; his brothers, Herbert,
Millard, Gilbert and Mack; and his sisters, Lillian Blackwelder, Ina Mae Boger,
Sarah Jane Chaffin and Nora Sloop.
He is survived by many loving nieces and
nephews.
His funeral will be at 2:30 p.m.
Wednesday, Aug. 21 at Whitley's Funeral Chapel with Rev. James Strickland
officiating. Burial will follow at West Lawn Memorial Park.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Cabarrus Co., NC, SSDI
Blankenship,
Kimberly K. 27-28, 25Oct1982 - 13Oct2010, Concord, Cabarrus, NC, WV-234-23-0305
Caldwell
+2011, Granite Falls, Caldwell Co., NC, Obituary
Jimmy Young Blankenship, 78, passed away
Monday, April 11, 2011, at Camelot Manor, Granite Falls. Jimmy was born
Aug. 21, 1932, in Caldwell County to the late Joseph William and Alice Inez Young
Blankenship.
In addition to his parents, he is
preceded in death by his wife, Anita Ruth White Blankenship. He was a member
of Lakeview Baptist Church and retired from the City of Hickory.
Surviving are a brother, Joseph William
Blankenship, Jr., and his wife, Evelyn, of Granite Falls; nieces, Martha Minton, of
Granite Falls; Sherry Barker, of South Carolina, and Dale Horne, of Union,
S.C.; nephews, Ernie Elliott
of Myrtle Beach, S.C.; David Blankenship, of Granite Falls; Robert Blankenship, of Lenoir; John Blankenship, of Granite
Falls, and Ricky Greene, of Granite Falls, as well as a number of great-nieces
and nephews.
Services will be held Wednesday, April
13, 2011, at 1 p.m. at Lakeview Baptist Church with Rev. Ben Rowe officiating.
Burial will follow in Woodlawn Memorial Gardens.
From: Diane
Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2010, Lenoir, Caldwell Co., NC, Obituary
The Charlotte Observer, (NC) - June 4, 2010
Mr. Turnmire, age 96, formerly of Lenoir, died Wednesday, June 2,
2010 at Avante at Charlotte. He was
born July 4, 1913 in Caldwell County to the late Charles Lee and Mary Etta
Cozort Turnmire.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wives;
one brother, C. Ray Turnmire; four sisters, Jessie Wyke, Claudia Wyke, Faunie
Turnmire Lenoir, Roxie Pierce; several nieces and nephews; and special niece Tincey Blankenship. Mr. Turnmire was retired from Bernhardt Furniture and was of the
Baptist faith.
Survivors include three sisters, Mrs. Maude Sudderth and Mrs. Anne
Cox, both of Charlotte and Mrs. Bernice Mabe of Lenoir.
Graveside services will be held Friday, June 4, 2010 at 4:00 p.m.
at Blue Ridge Memorial Park conducted by Rev. Ed Warren.
[SSDI, 04Jul1913 - 02Jun2010]
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2011, Lenoir, Caldwell Co., NC, Funeral
The Charlotte Observer, (NC) - January 24, 2011
Ernest J. Blankenship, 78, died January 22, 2011.
Funeral Tuesday 12pm, visitation 11am,
Hartland Baptist Church.
Sossoman Funeral Home entrusted.
[SSDI, 09Oct1932 - 22Jan2011]
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2011, Lenoir, Caldwell Co., NC, Funeral
http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi?page=gr&GRid=64784266
Ernest J. Blankenship; Son of the late Philo Hall Blankenship and Josephine
Gross, he retired from Connie Lee Hosiery after 35 years. He was a member of
Hartland Baptist Church where his funeral was held on Janaury 25, 201l, with
The Rev. Vernon Grindstaff officiating.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded
in death by a daughter, Patricia Leigh Blankenship; granddaughter,
Brittany Austin; and grandson, Christopher Swink and Timothy Cresawn.
He was survived by his wife, Julia Elaine
McCall Blankenship; a son, Dennis Blankenship (Jackie); daughters, Debra Clark (Rodney),
Lynn Blankenship and Melinda Delgade (Jesse); step-sons, David Swink and
Darrell McCall; step-daughter, Sharon Cresawn (Allen); brothers, Travis
Blankenship (Mildred), Archie Blankenship and Ralph Blankenship (Sandra);
sisters, Margie Mull and Shelby Jean Blankenship; nine grandchildren; and an
extended family of relatives and friends.
2011, Lenoir, Caldwell Co., NC, Obituary
The News Herald, (Morganton, NC) - August 10, 2011
Drema Joann Chester, 69, of Lenoir, passed
away Monday, August 8, 2011 surrounded by her grandchildren. Joann was born in
Morganton, the daughter of the late Lucille Isaccs and the late Clyde McCall.
She was also preceded in death by her stepfather, Roscoe Duckworth;
her sister, Kimberly Bartolo; her aunt, Bea Price; and her former husband, Bill
Nichols. At the age of 18, Joann gave birth to the first of four children.
Since then she has nurtured and mothered so many more, her grandchildren,
nieces, nephews, and other family members. Whoever she was to you, Mama, Mawmaw,
Aunt Jo, of Joann, she will be sorely missed and remembered in our hearts
forever.
She leaves behind two sons, Mark Nichols and wife Annete, Alan
Nichols and wife Carrie; two daughters, Debbie Bryant and Sandy Nichols; eight
grandchildren, Jessica Townsend and companion John Acevedo, Christy Smith and
husband Travis, John Bryant, Salena Loveless, Hailey Young, Hali Nichols,
Travis Nichols, and Maci Nichols; one greatgrandchild, Daegan Smith; her siblings, Tim, Bob, Tommy, Pam, Carla,
and Lynn Duckworth, Theresa
Blankenship, Roxie McCall,
Patsy Good, Debbie Smith, Judy Nesbitt and their families; she is also survived
by three special friends, Annie McClean, Judy Green, and Patrick Barbati.
A graveside service celebrating Joann's life will be held Thursday,
Aug. 11, 2011 at 6 p.m. at a private family cemetery off of Rader Circle in
Morganton.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2012, Lenoir, Caldwell Co., NC, Obituary
The News-Topic, (Lenoir, NC) - November 10, 2012
Jerry Martin Sharpe, 67, of Sharpe Place, Lenoir, passed away at
home, with his family by his side, Thursday, November 8, 2012, after a long
battle with cancer. He was born August 13, 1945, in Caldwell County, a son of
the late Fiealds A. Blankenship and Beatrice Mikeal Blankenship.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three brothers, Johnson Blankenship, Clyde Blankenship and Ted
Blankenship; one sister, Coleen
Cooper; and one granddaughter, Jessica Mitchell. Mr. Sharpe was a retired maintenance
man for Sealed Air Corporation for more than 30 years. He was of the Baptist
faith.
Survivors include his loving wife, Mrs. Bonnie Whisenant Sharpe of
the home; four children, Angie Sharpe, Melissa Philyaw and husband David, Jerri
Marie Mitchell and husband Brad, and Jody Sharpe, all of Lenoir; six brothers, Clarence "Button" Blankenship, Robert Blankenship,
Ray Blankenship, Richard Blankenship,
Bruce Blankenship, all of Lenoir, and David Blankenship of Wisconsin; three sisters, Edith Urban of Wisconsin, Clara Sharpe of Taylorsville and Julie Gentry of
Lenoir; six grandchildren; and three great grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held Sunday, November 11, 2012, at 2 p.m.
at Greer-McElveen Funeral Home Chapel conducted by the Rev. Jim Whisenant.
Interment will follow at Woodlawn Memorial Gardens of Lenoir. Serving as
pallbearers will be Larry Wilson, Brian Coffey, Richard Edwards, Dale Caldwell,
Johnny Miller and Raymond Sherrill. Honorary pallbearers will be Ralph Steely
and Earl Hazzard.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Lenoir, Caldwell Co., NC, Obituary
Bristol Herald Courier (VA) - March 23, 2013
W. DeLane Scott Jr., age 71, of Farmwood Place, died Thursday,
March 21, 2013, at the residence surrounded by his family. He was born May 31,
1941, in Smyth County, Va., to the late Worley DeLane Scott and Roberta Slagle
Scott Hayton.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by sons, Sean
Michael and Kyle DeLane Scott; and bothers-in-law, Sherman Bales and Jerry
Watson.
Mr. Scott was a graduate of Marion Senior High in Marion, Va., and
Marion Junior College. After serving three years in the U.S. Army, he earned a
Bachelor of Arts degree from Appalachian State University and Master of
Education form UNC, Chapel Hill. He retired in 1995 after 26 years with New
River Mental Health headquartered in Boone, N.C. DeLane was a passionate golfer
and played many rounds at Boone Golf Course and Lenoir Golf Club, where he
served on the board.
Survivors include his wife, Susan Diane Vines Scott of the home; step-son,
Keith Hall and wife Hope of Lenoir; step-daughter,
Keila Blankenship and husband
Chris of Lenoir; sister, Judy Bales of
Smithfield, N.C.; nephew, Brian Bales and wife Wendy of Smithfield, N.C.; nieces,
Dana Wooten and husband Jack of Smithfield and Whitney Bales Duea and husband
Jody of Wrightsville Beach; eight grandchildren, Matthew and wife Amber, Chris
and wife Mindy, Josh, Shelby, John Luke, Abby, Garrett and Keegan; and four
great-grandchildren.
A celebration of life service will be held Sunday, March 24, 2013,
at 2 p.m. at Greer-McElveen Funeral Home Chapel conducted by the Rev. Michael
Isaacs.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Lenoir, Caldwell Co., NC, Obituary
The News-Topic, (Lenoir, NC) - May 15, 2013
Ruth Baker Newcomb, 77, passed away on Monday, May 13, 2013, at
Caldwell Memorial Hospital. She was born in Cheraw, S.C., on Dec. 31, 1935, to
the late Paul Baker and Edith Miller Baker. She was married to the late David
Newcomb. Mrs. Newcomb loved her church, Harrisburg Baptist, where she was known
for her knowledge and passion of the Bible.
In addition to her husband and parents she was preceded in death by
her son, David John Newcomb, and three brothers.
She is survived by her daughter,
Paula Blankenship and husband
Mickey; grandson,
Chris and wife Keila; and great grandchildren, Keegan Blankenship
and Garrett Warren.
A celebration of Mrs. Newcomb's life will be held in the Chapel of
Evans Funeral Service on Wednesday, May 15, 2013, at 2 p.m. with Pastor Ted
Williams and Pastor Tony Harris officiating. Interment will immediately follow
the service at Mt. Grove Baptist Church Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Bud Dula,
Chuck Brawley, Dillon Franklin, Steve Price, Stevie Price, and David Stuart.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Caldwell Co., NC, SSDI
Blankenship,
Ernest J. 78, 09Oct1932 - 22Jan2011, Lenoir, Caldwell, NC, NC-245-46-5530
Carteret
2010, Newport, Carteret Co., NC, Obituary
The Carteret County News-Times, (Morehead City, NC) - November 25, 2010
Rosebud Powers, 83, of Newport, died Saturday, Nov. 20, 2010, at
Britthaven of Newport. A private family service will be held. She was born Feb.
21, 1927, in Caryville, Tenn., to Lee and Ollie Cooper Powers.
She is survived by sisters,
Yvonne Cosner of West Melbourne, Fla., M. Louise Sowders of Lexington, Ky., Peggy Blankenship of LaFollette, Tenn., Donna Hebert of
Newport and Lynette Volack of Yuma, Ariz., and brothers, Edward Powers of
Jacksboro, Tenn., Marvin Powers and Robert Lee Powers of Caryville, Tenn.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her
sister, JoAnn Webber.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Caswell
+2013, Semora, Caswell Co., NC, Obituary
Danville Register & Bee (VA) - September 28, 2013
Carolyn Jones Fleetwood, 81, of 381 Cunningham Road, Semora, N.C.,
went home to be with the Lord on Friday, September 27, 2013, in Duke Medical
Center [Durham, Durham Co., NC]after being in declining health for the past several months. Mrs.
Fleetwood was born in Caswell County on June 2, 1932, a daughter of the late
Kemper Harvey McCann and Janie
Blankenship McCann.
She had lived in Alexandra, Va., for a period of time before moving
back to the Semora Community of Caswell County to live. Mrs. Fleetwood was of
the Baptist Faith. She was the widow of the late Robert M. "Bob"
Fleetwood who died on January 10, 1991.
Mrs. Fleetwood is survived by one sister, Blanch M. Solomon of Milton,
N.C., five nieces, two nephews and a number of great- nieces and great-nephews
and several special friends.
Graveside Services will be conducted on Sunday, September 29, 2013,
at 2 p.m. in the Blankenship
Family Cemetery on the Ringgold Church Road in Ringgold, VA 24586.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Catawba
+2013, Hickory, Catawba Co., NC, Obituary
Wytheville Enterprise (VA) - January 25, 2013
Charles Fredrick Bailey Jr., 81, of Hickory, went home to be with
his Lord Thursday, Jan. 24, 2013, at Frye Regional Medical Center. Born in
Buncombe County, April 14, 1931, he was the son of the late Charles Fredrick
Bailey Sr. and Pearl Hall Bailey.
He was of the Baptist faith, a Korean War veteran with the U.S.
Navy, a member of the Hickory Masonic Lodge, the Catawba Valley Shrine Club and
was a retired salesman in the retail industry. He loved to hunt and fish.
In addition to his parents, Charles was preceded in death by his
brothers, James F. Bailey and William Edwin Bailey and wife, Mary Ann; and
sister, Betty Jean Henderson.
Charles is survived by his wife of 56 years, Ilease Church Bailey;
daughter, Vicki Sustana and husband, Mike, of Trenton, Fla.; brother, Ray
Bailey and wife, Johnnie, of Candler; sister,
Mary Frances Blankenship and husband,
Frank, of Morristown, Tenn.; sister-in-law, Dawn
Bailey, of Florida; brother-in-law, George Henderson; and several nieces and
nephews.
A graveside service will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 26, at
Woodlawn Memorial Gardens in Hickory, with the Rev. Steve Blankenship officiating.
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2013, Hickory, Catawba Co., NC, Obituary
Hickory Daily Record (NC) - April 30, 2013
Ilease Church Bailey, 80, of Hickory, went home to be with her Lord
Friday, April 26, 2013, at Brian Center in Viewmont.
Born July 23, 1932, in Catawba County, she was the daughter of the late Millard
Church and Mattilou Herman Church. She was of the Baptist faith and was
previously employed with her late husband in sales in the retail industry.
Ilease loved gardening, canning and working in her flowers.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her
husband of 56 years, Charles Fredrick Bailey Jr.
Ilease is survived by her step daughter, Vicki Sustana and husband,
Mike, of Trenton, Fla.;brother, Clarence Church and wife, Madgeline, of
Bethlehem; brothers-in-law, Ray Bailey and wife, Johnnie, of Candler and George
Henderson, of Asheville; sister-in-law,
Mary Frances Blankenship and husband,
Frank, of Morristown, Tenn.; and several nieces
and nephews.
A graveside service will be held at 10 a.m. today (Tuesday, April
30), at Woodlawn Memorial Gardens with the Rev. Steve Blankenship officiating.
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2010, Maiden, Catawba Co., NC, Obituary
The Observer News Enterprise, (Newton, NC) - April 9, 2010
Laura Grace Dugger Whitener, 66, of Maiden, died Wednesday, April
7, 2010, at Carolinas Medical Center in Lincolnton
[Lincoln Co., NC]. She was a loving mother, grandmother and sister. Born Aug. 9,
1943, in Johnson County , Tenn., she was the daughter
of the late Russell and Ruth Laws Dugger.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by husband, Johnny
Whitener; brother, Lon Dugger; and sisters, Virginia Dugger, Thelma Garr and
Anna Tellado.
Survivors include sons, John Boy Whitener and wife Tammy of Iron
Station, and John Russell Whitener and wife Beth of Stanley; daughters, Lorie
Lemmons and husband Wade of Maiden, Tina Featherstone and husband Dale of
Stanley, and Teresa Holloway of Stanley; brothers, Joe Dugger and wife Libby,
Gene Dugger and wife Jeannie, and Sanford Dugger and wife Patricia; sisters,
Louise Botchlett and husband Harry, Gloria Anthony and husband Robert, and
Patricia Arnold and husband Paul; grandchildren, Chase Whitener, Donald
Holloway, Laura Holloway, Michelle Holloway, Robbie Holloway, Jessica
Featherstone, Steven Featherstone, Chance Whitener, Brian Frisbee, Bobby
Frisbee and Joey Lyles; and great-grandchildren,
Wesley Tilley, Lexie
Blankenship and Kaleb
Woodward.
A graveside service will be held at 3 p.m. Sunday, April 11, 2010,
at Star Mount Baptist Church Cemetery. The Rev. Ted Mace will officiate.
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2013, Maiden, Catawba Co., NC, Obituary
Hickory Daily Record (NC) - November 21, 2013
Billie Arnold Farmer, 61, of Maiden, died Monday, Nov. 18, 2013, at
his residence after a lengthy illness. Born March 30, 1952, in Buchanan County,
Va., he was the son of the late Arnold Lee Farmer and Edna Mae Sullivan Farmer.
He was a loving husband, father and grandfather. He worked in the
coal mine industry for over 27 years in Virginia, West Virginia and Kentucky.
An animal lover, he was an avid NASCAR and Steelers fan.
His wife of nearly 38 years, Judy Lynn Keen Farmer, of the home; two
daughters, Suesanna Lynn Canterbury and husband, Roland Jr., of Hickory and
Roxana Dawn Fulton and husband, Stephen Sr., of Conover; two sons, Billy Linn
Farmer and Claressa Mohan-Houser, of Maiden and Arnold Trenton Lee Farmer and
wife, Elizabeth Ann, of Newton; two sisters,
Mary L. Blankenship, of Roanoke, Va. and Ann Farmer, of Haysi,
Va.; seven brothers, Harold D. Farmer, of Oakwood, Va., Mason Lee Farmer, of
Oakwood, Va., Kenneth R. Farmer and wife, Shirley, of Hillsville, Va., Roy D.
Farmer and wife, Kathy, of Swords Creek, Va., Ronnie L. Farmer and wife, Dolly,
of Rowe, Va., Donnie W. Farmer and wife, Charlene, of Vansant, Va. and Larry R.
Farmer, of Haysi, Va.; 10 grandchildren, Kaitlyn, Savanna, Zachariah, Trenton
Jr. (T.J.), Lexie, Jasmine, Braddock, Jacob, Victoriana and Stephen Jr.
(Bo);and numerous nieces and nephews survive him.
The funeral will be held at 1:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 22, at Jenkins
Funeral Home Chapel, with Pastor James Barnes officiating. Burial will be at a
later date at Esau Rife Cemetery in Keen Mountain, Va.
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Catawba Co., NC, SSDI
Blankenship, Jimmy
Y. 78, 21Aug1932 - 11Apr2011, Hickory,
Catawba, NC, NC-245-42-7223
Cherokee
2012, Bellville, Cherokee Co., NC, Obituary
Published in the News Journal on February 16,
2012
Ronald E. Blankenship, a husband, a friend, a father, a grandfather, Ron was all of those meanings to his family and friends. Ron, age 65, passed away Monday evening January 23, 2012, in Hospice
House of Ashland. After a strong
hard fight with cancer, Ron lost his battle leaving a void in his families lives that can never be filled. He fought hard
until the end, staying positive. He thought only of others, constantly letting
others know how blessed and important they were to him. He was a man devoted to
his family and a best friend to his wife.
Ronald was born October 7, 1946, in Marion. He was the son of Robert E. and Edith (Hildebrand) Blankenship and was graduated from Fredericktown High
School. A U.S. Air Force veteran, Ronald served during Vietnam with the 17th
Security Police Squadron, and was honorably discharged with four years of
service in 1970. Ron worked at the Mount Vernon Developmental Center from the
age of 16 until his retirement in 1997. During his time there, he attended
Central Ohio Technical College, earning his RN.
On February 14, 1981, in a small residential ceremony, he wed
Tharon Snyder. The very next day, they confirmed their vows in church, Ron
always teased that they were married once before. Moving to Mansfield in 1984,
they were members of Main Street United Methodist Church, and more recently had
been attending bible study, and activities at Gay Street United Methodist
Church in Mt. Vernon. Ron and Tharon enjoyed camping, and spent five years as
"RVers" traveling the Southern and Eastern states. They were also
campers at Lake Timberlin for the past 17 years. Just this past summer, he
obtained his full certification in Tai Chi for Health, though he began his
training four years previously. He also enjoyed playing guitar and chess, but
above all, he was passionate about his family.
He is survived by his wife
of 30 years, Tharon Blankenship of Bellville, children DeNise Sapp (Russell Westlake) of Bellville, Robert C. Blankenship (Crystal Gossett) of Lexington, Ronda Utter (Bill Debo, Jr.) of Lexington and Angela Willis (Billy Westlake) of Bellville; nine grandchildren Jamie
(Colin), Briana, Trevor, Kelsea, William, III (Rina), Michelle (Darnell), Gabe,
Skyler and Justice; three great grandchildren, a brother and
sister-in-law Donald (Corina) Blankenship
of Mt. Vernon, nieces, nephews, extended family, a host of friends from the
campground, Tai Chi, and his travels, and his canine friend Apollo.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister Carol
(Frank) Ruhl and his best companion and canine friend Pistis.
A memorial service celebrating the life of Ronald E. Blankenship will be held Saturday, February 18, 2012,
at 11 am in Gay Street United Methodist Church, 18 North Gay Street, Mt. Vernon. The Rev. Denise Marikis, The
Rev. Charlie Bark, and Mary Blencowe will speak. Military honors will follow
the service and private interment will be at a later date.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Clay
Clay Co., NC, SSDI
Blankenship,
Kenneth R. 62, 02Nov1948 - 18Feb2011, Hayesville, Clay, NC, NC-246-76-6958
Cleveland
2010, Kings Mountain,
Cleveland Co., NC, Obituary
Published in Gaston
Gazette on November 19, 2010,
Blanche Blankenship,
88, of 508 Bumblebee Court, died Nov. 18, 2010, at the Robin John-son Hospice
House. A native of Breathitt County, Ky., she was the daughter of the late
Oscar and Candus McIntosh.
Survivors include her husband, Paul Blankenship;
sons, Laverne Keller and Keith Keller; daughter, Marjorie Whitt; brothers,
Blake McIntosh and Robert McIntosh; sisters, Edith Wilson and Mildred Gibson;
nine grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother,
Barney Keller in 2009.
Mrs. Blanche Blankenship was a accomplished quilter, producing as
many as 3,000 beautiful quilts during her life-time.
Graveside service will immediately follow at 1 p.m. at Gaston
Memorial Park.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Mooresboro, Cleveland
Co., NC, Obituary
Published in Shelby Star on March 16, 2013
Freddy Allen Perry, 67, of Mooresboro, passed away Thursday, March
14, 2013, at Hospice at Wendover in Shelby [Cleveland Co., TN]. A native of Chauncy, W. Va., he was born
on July 25, 1945, to the late Rev. George Francis Perry and Nora Emma Rice
Perry.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one sister, Patsy Blankenship; and one granddaughter, Kailyn Watts.
Mr. Perry is survived by one son, George Francis Perry of
Mooresboro; two daughters, Christina Watts of Mooresboro, and Doanie Lemberger
of the home; two brothers, Buddy Perry and Don Perry, both of Ohio; and one
sister, Joanne Bailey of Rodcliff Kentucky. He is also survived by four
grandchildren, Mark Andrew Griffin Jr., Dustan Griffin, Dawn Griffin, and
Cheyanne Perry.
Celebration of Life Service: 2 p.m. Sunday at Faith Baptist Church,
Rutherfordton. The body will lie in view for 30 minutes prior to the service. Burial:
Ervin Hill Cemetery, Mooresboro, following the service
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+2010, Shelby, Cleveland Co., NC, Funeral
The Charlotte Observer, (NC) - October 19, 2010
James Edward Blankenship, 67, died October 17, 2010.
Service Thursday 6pm, at the home in
Baptist Valley. Cecil
M. Burton Funeral Home entrusted.
[SSDI, 03Dec1942 - 17Oct2010]
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2010, Shelby, Cleveland
Co., NC, Obituary
http://www.shelbyinfo.com/jim-blankenship-cms-881
Mr. James Edward “Jim” Blankenship, 67, of Shelby, NC passed away Sunday, October 17, 2010. A
service celebrating the life of Mr. Blankenship
will be held at Jim and Shirley’s home in Baptist Valley (North Tazewell,
VA).
Mr. Blankenship was
preceded in death by his parents, Granville Edius and
Verdie Jane Baldwin Blankenship.
He is survived by his beloved wife of 45 years, Shirley Blankenship; 2 daughters, Kim Mitchell and husband Michael of Freeburg, Illinois, and Misti Hokerk and husband Darrin of Dallas, Texas; 4 brothers, Ronald, Donald, Danny and Ervin Blankenship; 1 sister, Ella Mae
Webb; 2 granddaughters; and a special family friend, Kelly Sloan of
Rutherfordton, NC.
Cecil M. Burton Funeral Home & Crematory, Shelby, NC is serving
the family.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2012, Shelby, Cleveland Co., NC, Obituary
Published in Shelby Star on April 8, 2012
Irene Deviney Blankenship, 92, went to be with her Lord on Thursday, April 5, 2012, at White
Oak Manor in Shelby, where she had been a resident for 10 years. A native of
Rutherford County she was the daughter of the late Noah and Dova Towery
Deviney.
She was also preceded in death by her husband of 70 years, Robert Blankenship,
and son-in-law, Jack Lambert. Mrs. Blankenship was the oldest member of Faith
Baptist Church. She was a Christian lady who loved reading her Bible. She also
loved making beaded jewelry and spending time with her grandchildren and great
grandchildren. Mrs. Blankenship was a retired CNA at Cleveland Memorial
Hospital.
Mrs. Blankenship is
survived by two daughters, Evelyn McCracken and husband Dennis of Shelby and Norma Lambert of Grover; granddaughters, April Leonard and husband
Wendell of Shelby and Ashley Garland and husband Ryan of Shelby; grandsons,
Alan Wilkie and wife Beth of Shelby and Wayne Wilkie of Fort Mill, S.C.; three
great grandsons, Mason Leonard and Tristan and Cameron Garland; two very
special friends, Angie Bolin and Ruth Morrison; and numerous nieces and
nephews.
Celebration of Life Service: Monday at 11 a.m. at the Chapel of
Cecil M. Burton Funeral Home and Crematory, Officiated By: Dr. Barry Goodman
and Rev. Otis Shelton
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2012, Shelby, Cleveland Co., NC, Obituary
Published in Charlotte Observer on September
26, 2012
William "Bill" Earl Ross, 73, died September 24, 2012 at
Hospice in Shelby. Bill was a loving husband, caring father, and doting
grandfather. He will be missed. Born in Gastonia, he was the son of the late
Carl and Lola Presson Ross.
Bill graduated from West Mecklenburg High School, class of 1955. He
attended North Carolina State University and graduated in 1960 with a B.S. in
Mechanical Engineering. While at NCSU, Bill met his future bride, Carolyn
Merritt. They were married on September 11, 1960. Bill and Carolyn settled in
Dayton, Ohio and Bill worked at Wright-Patterson AFB. They later moved to
Cincinnati, Ohio where Bill worked for General Electric. In 1969, Bill accepted
a job at Fiber Industries and moved his family to Shelby. He retired from
Hoechst Celanese.
In addition to his parents, Bill was preceded in death by his
brothers, Norman O. Ross, Theron R. Ross, Joseph P. Ross, Donald R. Ross and
Andrew Ross, all of Charlotte.
He is survived by his loving wife of 52 years Carolyn Merritt Ross;
daughters, Sandra Yarbro and her husband Jamie and Wendy Ross of Shelby; and
seven grandchildren, Maury Hutchens
and Sophia Hutchens of Shelby, Isabel Hutchens, NCSSM Durham, Harrison Hutchens
of Washington, DC, Emma
Blankenship, Rotary Exchange
student in Brazil, Max
Blankenship and Will Blankenship of Shelby; sisters, Dot Johnson of Inman,
SC, Elizabeth Clark of Charlotte, NC, and Diane Butler of Florence, SC;
sisters-in-law, Mary Ross and Joyce Ross both of Charlotte; and many nieces and
nephews.
A Celebration of Life service will be held at 3:00 Friday at
Aldersgate United Methodist Church with a reception to follow in the Epworth
Building. The Rev. Wayne Allen will officiate.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2012, Shelby, Cleveland Co., NC, Obituary
http://www.gordonmortuary.com/book-of-memories/1427581/Blankenship-Donna/obituary.php
Donna Gwen Evans Blankenship 55, of 117 Oconee Drive, passed away Sunday, December 2nd, 2012,
at her residence. Born in Shelby, NC, Mrs. Blankenship
was the wife of James B. Blankenship and the daughter of Maudine Allen Terry of
Shelby and the late Ralph Secro Evans. She worked in textiles and was of the
Baptist faith.
In addition to her husband and mother, Mrs. Blankenship is survived by a step father, Ray Terry,
of Mooresboro, NC; a son, J. W. Blankenship, and his spouse, Jennifer, of the home; a
brother, Mark Stevens Evans, of Polkville, NC; and sister, Sherry Deanne
Jackson, of Grover, NC. She also has four grandchildren and was preceded in
death by a daughter, Amanda Merrell, and a grandson, Jeremiah Merrell.
Graveside services will be held at 3:00 PM Friday at Clingman
Memorial Gardens following the visitation with Rev. Doug Thrift officiating.
Pallbearers will be Josh Walker, Jerry Jackson, Josh Hopper, Kenny Sheppard,
Adam Jackson, Kenny Burton, and Wade Martin.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Shelby, Cleveland Co., NC, Obituary
Published in Shelby Star on August 4, 2013
Ray Alton Church, 70, of Padgett Road, Shelby, died on Friday, Aug.
2, 2013, at Cleveland Regional Medical Center. A native of Cleveland County, he
was born on June 18, 1943, a son of the late Norman Enoch and Pearl Short
Church.
He left Shelby to work for General Motors, and he worked his way up
from plant chairman to President of the United Auto Workers. Before he retired,
he was part of the Local 22 International Union and stepped down to come back
to Shelby to spend the rest of his days with his family.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his son,
Timothy Joe Church; brothers, Lee Rue "Tank" Church and Hugh Dean
"Buster" Church; and sisters, Ivy Jean Church Walker and Laura Bell
"Snook" Flowers.
He is survived by his children,
Johnny Ray Church of the home, Sherry
Lynn Church Blankenship and husband Randy of
Michigan, Janet Marie Church Holtsclaw and husband Danny of Ellenboro, Dwayne
Allen Church and wife Lee of Hendersonville, and Joshua Ray Dyer of Shelby; his
brothers, Virgin Church and wife Wass, Billy Joe Church, and brother-in-law,
Kenneth Flowers; his sisters, Vernie Francis Church Jones and Earlene Church
Newman and husband Don; and grandchildren,
Justin Orville Blankenship, Taylor Rae Blankenship, Molly Lynn Blankenship,
all of Michigan, Landon Allen Holtsclaw of Ellenboro, Samuel Dalton Church of
Hendersonville, Caleb Ward of Rutherfordton, and Jaylin Noelle Dyer of
Michigan. He is also survived by numerous beloved nieces and nephew and special
friends.
Funeral Service: 2 p.m. Tuesday at the A.C. McKinney Memorial
Chapel; Burial: Union Baptist Church Cemetery, Polkville
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2014, Shelby, Cleveland Co., NC, Obituary
The Gaffney Ledger, (SC) - February 19, 2014
Deceased Name:
Clifford Emery
Clifford Emery, 76, of 303 Lily Street, passed away Monday, Feb.
17, 2014, at Peak Resource in Shelby, N.C. Born in Shelby,
Mr. Emery was the son of the late Willie and Carrie Mae Bright Emery.
He retired as an attendant at a filling station and was a member of
Lily Memorial Baptist Church. Mr. Emery was also a volunteer fireman with
Shanghai Volunteer Fire Department in Shelby.
Mr. Emery is survived by one sister,
Lillie Mae Blankenship, of Spartanburg.
In addition to his parents, Mr. Emery was preceded in death by two
brothers, David and Gilbert Lee Emery.
The family will receive friends Saturday, Feb. 22, 2014, from 2-3
p.m. at Mt. Ararat Baptist Church Cemetery. Graveside services will immediately
follow at 3 p.m.
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Cleveland Co., NC,
SSDI
Blankenship,
Blanche 88, 08Apr1922 - 18Nov2010, Kings Mountain, Cleveland, NC, IN-317-14-3768
Blankenship, Paul
M. 87, 30Jun1923 - 18Dec2010, Kings
Mountain, Cleveland, NC, OH-296-16-0744
Blankenship, James
E. 67, 03Dec1942 - 17Oct2010, Shelby,
Cleveland, NC, VA-224-56-5564
Columbus
2012, Evergreen, Columbus Co., NC, Obituary
Published in Fayetteville Observer on
September 24, 2012
Horace McRoy Bass, 92, of Evergreen, died Friday, Sept. 21, 2012.
Services; Funeral, 11 a.m. to day in
Worthington Funeral Home in Chadbourn. Burial in Bass family cemetery.
Survived by: Wife, Peggy; sons, Luon,
Gilbert and Lloyd; stepsons, Warren
Allen and Lacy Blankenship; brother, Richard; 18 grandchildren; and
25 great-grandchildren.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2011, Tabor City, Columbus Co., NC, Obituary
The News Reporter, (Whiteville, NC) - June 29, 2011
Don Hughes, 87, retired lumberman and sawmill operator, died
Tuesday, June 28, 2011. Born on Dec. 24, 1923 in Tabor City.
He was the son of the late Willa Leon Leggette Hughes and David James Hughes.
He was a life long member of Tabor City Baptist Church, a Deacon,
and a Sunday School teacher for more than 60 years.
Mr. Hughes graduated from Tabor City High School in 1941 and The Citadel
Military College of SC class of 1949 (ex-'45). He also attended the University
of Nebraska-Lincoln, Pennsylvania Military College where he was enrolled in the
Army Specialist Training program, and Davidson College with the Army Air Corps
Aviation Cadet program. A veteran of World War II he served in the European
Theater of operations. He was a life member of the Citadel Alumni Association,
Cape Fear Citadel Club, Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 6064, and American Legion
Post 507. He will be remembered for his dedication to the Tabor City Rotary
Club since 1949 (a Paul Harris Fellow) and for his more than 50 years of
service to the Tabor City Volunteer Fire Dept., having served as Asst. Chief
for many years. In 2000 he was awarded the Tabor Medal of Honor by the Greater
Tabor City Chamber of Commerce as citizen of the year for outstanding service
to the community and dedication to various civic projects, committees, and his
position as the community's master carpenter.
Final rites will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, June 30, at Tabor
City Baptist Church with Pastor Bruce Schmidt officiating. Burial will follow
at Myrtle Green Cemetery, Tabor City.
Don Hughes is survived by his wife, Esther Leah McGougan Hughes of
the home; a daughter, Donna Leah Hughes Sanders (Rod) of Myrtle Beach, S.C.;
two sons, John McGougan Hughes (Judy) of Jacksonville, Fla. and Charles
Rockwell Hughes of Seneca, S.C.; five grandchildren,
Donald Sanders, Hughes Sanders, David Hughes (Leigh), Daniel Hughes
(Christine), and Nora Hughes
Blankenship (Andy); one brother, Jack Hughes; and two sisters, Lillian Webster and
Gwen Barnes.
He was predeceased by a
brother Phil Hughes.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Tabor City, Columbus
Co., NC, Obituary
The Sun News, (Myrtle Beach,
SC) - August 20, 2013
Esther Leah McGougan Hughes April 19,
1924 - August 19, 2013 Tabor City, NC
Esther Leah McGougan Hughes, age 89 of
Tabor City, died Monday, August 19, 2013 in New Hanover House, Wilmington,
[New Hanover Co.], NC. She was
born on April 19, 1924 to Duncan Frank McGougan and Dula Allsbrook McGougan at
the McGougan House in Tabor City. She was the last living sibling of 10
children and the widow of Don Hughes.
Esther graduated from Tabor City High
School and attended East Carolina Teachers College. She worked most of her
early life in Tabor City as a teacher's assistant, bookkeeper for Prince Motor
Company and secretary for the Tabor City Chamber of Commerce. Esther never got
a driver's license and walked everywhere, as much as 11 miles in a day. She was
a member of Tabor City Baptist Church.
She is survived by her daughter Donna
Leah Hughes Sanders (Rod) of Myrtle Beach, SC and her sons John McGougan Hughes
(Judy) of Jacksonville, FL and Charles Rockwell Hughes of Seneca, SC; her grandchildren:
Donald Sanders, Hughes Sanders, David Hughes, Daniel Hughes and Nora Hughes
Blankenship.
A graveside service will be held
Thursday, August 22 at 11:00 AM in Myrtle Green Cemetery, Stake Road, Tabor City.
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2010, Whiteville, Columbus Co., NC, Obituary
The News Reporter, (Whiteville, NC) - November 15, 2010
Whiteville -- Elizabeth Evans Riddick Wells Howe, 88, died Friday,
Nov. 12, 2010. Born on Jan. 7, 1922, in Henderson, to John
Edward Riddick and Alice Paschal Riddick.
She was preceded in death by a brother, John Edward Riddick Jr. and
a daughter, Ann Ray Wells Cooke. She was married to Joseph Ray Wells and Rev.
George Sheldon Howe, both deceased.
Surviving are her two granddaughters,
Meridith Williamson Fix and her husband Eric of Charlotte and Alice Cooke Blankenship and her husband, Sherman, of Leland;three great-granddaughters, Sarah Grace Blankenship, Emma Ann Fix and Sydney Marie Fix. She was a member of
Whiteville United Methodist Church in Whiteville.
Private committal will be held at a later time. She will be buried
in Whiteville Memorial cemetery beside Rev George Howe.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Craven
2013, New Bern, Craven Co., NC, Obituary
Anita Dawn Casey, December 23, 1977 - May 18, 2013, 35, of New
Bern, died May 18, 2013 at home. She loved to read and she loved children and
the elderly.
She is survived by her brothers Larry and wife Gena, of Wilmington,
NC; Jimmy Casey and Ronnie Casey, both of New Bern; and her nieces and nephews, Lauren and Hunter Blankenship,
Owen, Arliss, Jimmy Allen, and Alex Casey.
A graveside service will be held at 11:00 am Tuesday, May 28, 2013
at the Cowell Cemetery, Alliance, NC.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, New Bern, Craven Co., NC, Obituary
Published in Sun Journal from May 25 to May
28, 2013
Anita Casey, 35, of New Bern, died May 18, 2013 at home. Anita was
always smiling. She loved equally, everyone she met, just like her sweet mama.
She was great with children and older people. She had a kind and gentle spirit.
When you got her to laughing, which wasn't hard to do, she would laugh
hysterically, her laugh was contagious!! She had a love for animals, which
could be seen from all the stray ones she took in ;). She was extremely
creative, talented and had a love for reading and learning. She helped take
care of an elderly lady in her neighborhood, Ms. Sara, for years. She also
looked over the woman she loved more than anybody on this earth, her sweet
mama. She worked in environmental services with the hospital and in nursing
care for years. She will be missed so dearly by so so many, Rest in Peace NeNe.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Jimmy and Gail Casey.
She is survived by her grandmother, Kitty Casey of Stonewall; her
brothers, Larry and wife Gena, of Wilmington, NC; Jimmy Casey and wife Ronnie,
of New Bern; and her nieces and nephews, Lauren and Hunter Blankenship, Owen, Arliss, Jimmy Allen, and Alex
Casey.
A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, May 28, 2013,
at the Cowell Cemetery, Alliance, NC.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Cumberland
2013, Evergreen, Columbus Co., NC, Obituary
Published in Fayetteville Observer on August
5, 2013
Mrs. Peggy White Bass, 71, of Evergreen, died Friday, Aug. 2, 2013.
Memorial Services, 5 p.m. today at
Worthington Funeral Home in Chadbourn.
Survived by: Sons, Lloyd
Long, Warren Allen Jr., Wesley
Blankenship and Lacy Blankenship; daughters, Loretta Lowe and Mary Wawn;
sister, Lori Mohonnier; brothers, Andy White, James White and Luther White Jr.;
23 grandchildren; and 25 great-grandchildren.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2012, Fayetteville, Cumberland Co., NC, Obituary
Published in Fayetteville Observer on
December 7, 2012
Johnnie Smotherman Jr., 83, of Fayetteville, died Thursday, Dec. 6,
2012. He was an Army veteran.
Services: Funeral, 1 p.m. Sunday in Jernigan-Warren Funeral Home
chapel in Fayetteville. Burial in Cumberland Memorial
Gardens.
Survived by: Wife, Louise; daughters, Linda Jackson and Judy Blankenship; sons, Johnie and Larry; sisters, Wanda
Hamm, Mary-Ann Collins and Helen Sublett.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Hope Mills, Cumberland Co., NC, Obituary
Published in Fayetteville Observer on July
18, 2013
Dennis Ray Blankenship, 75, of Hope Mills, died Tuesday, July 16, 2013.
Services: Memorial, 2 p.m. Saturday in United Congregational
Christian Church.
Survived by: Children, Jeffrey, Michelle Luther and Carlo; sisters, Dixie Dixon, Janice Slane and Patty Glick;
brothers, Otis Mack and Tex; and four
grandchildren.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Hope Mills, Cumberland Co., NC, Obituary
http://bdtonline.com/obituaries/x1724756647/Dennis-Ray-Blankenship
Dennis Ray Blankenship, Hope Mills, NC.
A native of Coalwood, W.Va., he was a
Marine Corp veteran who served his country from 1957 to 1988, when he retired
with the rank of Lt. Colonel.
He is survived by brothers; Otis and wife Jan of
Hilliard, Ohio, Kenneth Mack and wife Jan of Marysville, Ohio; and Tex of Germany. Sisters: Janice Slane and
husband Ron of Columbus, Ohio, Dixie Dixon of Hilliard, Ohio, and Patty Sue Glick and
husband Lloyd of Phoenix, Ariz. Sons, Jeffrey and wife Julie
of Tyrone, Ga.; and Carlo of Fayetteville. Daughter, Michelle Luther and husband Billy. Four grandchildren; Thomas Martin, William Luther; Kaitlyn and
Lindsay Welch.
He was preceded in death by his parents,
Everett and Lou Oma
Blankenship; two brothers Ed and Richard Blankenship.
A celebration of life will be held United
Congregational Christian Church on North Main Street in Hope Mills, Saturday,
July 20, 2013. Funeral service will follow at 2 p.m. with Rev. David Canady
officiating.
His children maintain a Facebook page for
Dennis and condolences may be made at: https://www.facebook.com/LtColDennisRBlankenshipUsmcRet
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Davidson
2010, Denton, Davidson Co., NC, Obituary
High Point Enterprise (NC) - February 13, 2010
Mr. M. Hollan Gallimore, age 88, of Spring Street, Denton, NC died
Thursday, February 11, 2010, at High Point Regional Hospital. A funeral service
will be held at 2:00 p.m. Sunday, February 14 at Pleasant Grove United
Methodist Church by Rev. Kelly Creekmur and Rev. James Spaugh. Burial will
follow in the Church Cemetery.
Mr. Gallimore was born September 13, 1921, in Davidson County to
Otha Lee Gallimore and Alma Garner Gallimore. He was a retired self-employed
brick mason and was a WWII veteran of the US Marine Corp having served in
American Samoa, Guadalcanal and Okinawa.
He was a member of Pleasant Grove United Methodist Church and was
married to Naomi Lofiin Gallimore who died March 6, 2001. He was also preceded
in death by 1 sister and 6 brothers.
He is survived by 2 sons, Richard D. Gallimore and wife Diane and
Mike Gallimore all of Denton; a daughter, Kathy G. Yates and husband Tony of
Asheboro; a sister Bernice Lowder of Watkinsville, Ga.; 8 grandchildren, Cindy
Blankenship, Melissa and
husband, Randy Mahaley; Melody and husband, Jeremy Harwell, Robert and wife,
Christina Murphy, Doug Gallimore, Amy and husband, James Spaugh, Chad and wife,
Shelley Gallimore, Heather and husband, Elvin Davis; 8 great grandchildren,
Kendall, Kaleb, and Katherine Spaugh, Alyssa Mahaley, Noah and Carley Harwell
and Lincoln Davis.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2011, Denton, Davidson Co., NC, Obituary
High Point Enterprise (NC) - August 5, 2011
Aaron Edward "Turk" Stepp, 68, of Surratt Rd., Denton,
died Wednesday, August 3, at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center in Winston-Salem. A Memorial Service will
be 3:00 PM Saturday at Briggs Funeral Home Memorial Chapel in Denton.
Mr. Stepp was born December 5, 1942, in Mingo County, WV to Berman
Marvin Stepp and Mary Elizabeth Ridgeway Stepp. He was the retired owner of
Jackson Hill Upholstery.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Diana Gail Walls Stepp in
1994.
He is survived by a son, Aaron Edward Stepp II and wife Renee of
North Myrtle Beach, SC; a daughter, Lynn Stepp Davis and husband Terry of
Trinity; a brother, Berman Stepp of Denton; 3 sisters, Gail Hatfield of Burlington, Denice Blankenship of Oceana WV and Kathy Sue Blankenship of Ohio; 2 Grandchildren, Corey Joseph
Stepp and Anna Marie Stepp; 1 Great-grandchild, Micah Hatley.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2012, Denton, Davidson Co., NC, Obituary
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/142496266
Bobby Wilson
Blankenship, age 76, Denton, NC, was called to be
with Jesus suddenly on Saturday, July 7, 2012 at his home. Born and raised in
Buchanan County, he was the oldest son of the late Toy and Bonnie Jane Deel Blankenship. We all love him and he will be greatly missed.
Bobby was a
proud veteran, a disabled coal miner and was of the Baptist faith.
In addition to
his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, Ricky Blankenship, a great-grandson, Jared Dean Blankenship, sisters, Wanda Blankenship and Jamia Sue O’quinn
Coleman.
Survivors
include his beloved wife of 55 years, Betty
Jean Stevens Blankenship who cared for him, four children
he was very proud of two sons, Rondall Keith
(Teresa) Blankenship of Denton and Bobby Dean (Phyllis) Blankenship of Prater, two daughters, Jania Ruth Deel of Denton and Sherry Lynn Currie of Atlanta, GA, sisters, Mary Bailey of Vansant and Beatrice Ann Byrd of Prater, 7 grandchildren, Robert
Dean Blankenship, Devon and Mason Currie, Issac Blankenship and Kaleb, Hunter and Camron
Hale.
Funeral
services will be conducted at 2:00 pm, Thursday, July 12, 2012, at Russell
Prater Old Regular Baptist Church with Elders Jimmy Kelly, Earl Dean Yates and
Andy Deel officiating. Burial will follow in Deel-Blankenship
Family Cemetery, Prater, VA.
VFW Post 7360 of Grundy will conduct Military Graveside Rites. Haysi Funeral Home.
+2012, Denton, Davidson Co., NC, Obituary
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/97971312/betty-jean-blankenship
Betty Jean
Stevens Blankenship, 74, died Monday, September 17,
2012 at her home in Denton, NC. Born and raised in Buchanan County, she was the
daughter of the late Thomas Jefferson and Dorothy Stevens, who had resided in Council. She was last employed by the
Street Law Firm.
In addition to
her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 55 years, Bobby Wilson Blankenship; one son, Ricky Blankenship; one brother, Donald Stevens; and one great-grandson, Jared Dean Blankenship.
She is survived
by two sons, Bobby Dean Blankenship (Phyllis), of Prater and Rondal Keith
Blankenship (Teresa) of Denton; two daughters,
Jania Deel of Denton
and Sherry Currie, of
Atlanta, GA; sisters-in-law, Mary Bailey (Jack Deel) of Vansant, Beatrice Ann
Byrd of Prater and Phyllis Stevens of Florida; seven grandchildren, Robert Dean Blankenship, Devon and Mason Currie, Isaac Blankenship and Kaleb, Hunter and Camron
Hale; several nieces and nephews.
Funeral
services were conducted Saturday, September 22 at Coleman Chapel Church with
Darrell Thacker and Russell Lockhart officiating. Burial followed in the Deel Blankenship Cemetery, Vansant. Pallbearers were
Mason Currie, Rob Blankenship, Timmy Wayne O'quinn, Norman Ratliff, Jeff Bailey, Kaleb Hale, Hunter
Hale and Rocky Stevens. Haysi Funeral Home.
2010, Lexington, Davidson
Co., NC, Obituary
http://www.the-dispatch.com/article/20101006/OBITUARIES/101009853/1001/obituaries
Published: Wednesday,
October 6, 2010,
James Adam Blankenship Jr., infant son of Jamie
Hubbard Blankenship and Adam Blankenship Sr., of Lexington,
failed to survive birth on Sunday, Oct. 3, 2010, at Lexington Memorial
Hospital. A memorial service is pending.
He is survived by his father and mother Jamie, who is an insurance
agent for Direct Insurance on Main Street; grandparents Lee Blankenship of Lexington, Margaret and Tim Rummage of
Denton, Susie and Steve Grimmett of Rock Hill, S.C., and Bobby and Terri
Hubbard of Princeton, W.Va., brothers Zachary Hubbard and Dylan Bussells, both
of the home; sisters Alizabeth Blankenship and Emilee Blankenship of the home, Charleigh Blankenship of Lexington; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2011, Lexington, Davidson Co., NC, Obituary
http://www.davidsonfuneralhome.net/index.cfm
Doris Ann Blankenship Mode, 72, of E. Center Street, died Friday, January 21, 2011, at Alston
Brook Nursing Home. The funeral will be 2 p.m. Monday at Davidson Funeral Home
Chapel with the Rev. Jimmy Green officiating. Burial will follow in Forest Hill
Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday, January
23, 2011 and other times at the home.
Mrs. Mode was born August 3, 1938, in Catawba County, to John Woodrow Blankenship and Virgie Viola Evans Blankenship. She was of the Baptist faith. In addition
to her parents she was preceded in death by brothers, Bobby Mack Blankenship and John Woodrow Blankenship.
Surviving are her husband, Buren Lee Mode of the home; son, Dale
Wayne Mode of Lexington; daughter, Wanda Mode Morhard of Charlotte;
grandchildren, Victoria Leigh Lowe, Michael Alan Morhard, and Kelly Elizabeth
Morhard; great-granddaughter, Rachel Elizabeth Adams; and sister, Nancy Blankenship Owen of Lexington.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Lexington, Davidson Co., NC, Obituary
Published in Salisbury Post on February 7,
2013
Ruby Jane Slaydon Parnell Lawrence, 87, of East Center Street, died
Tuesday, Feb. 5, 2013, at Brookstone Retirement Center, Alzheimer's Unit after
an extended illness. Mrs. Lawrence was born Oct. 2, 1925, in Surry County to
William Henry Slaydon and Cinnie Myrtle Creed Slaydon. She was a member of
Ebenezer United Methodist Church. She was a seamstress at Teenie's Drapery for
many years. She volunteered many years at Lexington Hospital.
She was preceded in death by her first husband, Elmo Lee Parnell;
as well as her second husband, Kenneth Lawrence; three sons, Findale Parnell,
Varner Parnell and Bradley Parnell; one brother, Willian Slaydon; and one
sister, Ethel Tysinger.
Surviving are one son, Dickie Parnell and wife Kim of Spencer; one
daughter, Twyla Sechrest and husband Kirby of Lincolnton; four sisters, Lola Smith and husband Weldon
of Lexington, Kathleen Westmoreland and husband Chester of Thomasville, Allene
Hartman and husband Bill of Lexington and Birdie Blankenship
of Winston Salem; one daughter-in-law, Amy Parnell; 12 grandchildren; and eight
great-grandchildren.
A funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Friday at Reeds Baptist
Church with Pastor Dave Williams and Rev. Robin Fitzgerald of Ebenzer United
Methodist Church officiating services. Burial will follow in the church
cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Lexington, Davidson Co., NC, Obituary
http://www.piedmontfuneralhome.com/fh/obituaries/obituary.cfm?o_id=2130719&fh_id=10541
Gary Lee Blankenship,
68, of Flicker Lane died Saturday June 22, 2013 at Hinkle Hospice House. Gary
was born in Danville, KY, on December 22, 1944 to Harold Blankenship and Maxine Broughton Blankenship. He was formerly employed with BASF Chemical Company and was a
member of Our Lady of Rosary Catholic Church. He was a US Navy Veteran.
He was preceded in death by his Father, Harold and a sister, Nancy
Hillman.
Surviving are his wife, Beverly Ann Rost Blankenship of the home; son, Brad
Blankenship (Leslie) of
Thomasville; daughters, Teresa Parrish (Steven) of Willow Spring, NC; Robin Maness (Herbert) of Lexington; mother, Maxine
Broughton Blankenship of
Broaddus, Texas; granddaughter, Taylor Marie Blankenship of Thomasville; brothers, James
Blankenship (Brenda) of
Middletown, Ohio; Donald
Blankenship (Wanda) of
Broaddus, Texas; David
Blankenship (Monica) of
Lexington.
A memorial service will be held at a later date.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Lexington, Davidson Co., NC, Obituary
The Courier-Tribune, (Asheboro, NC) - July 16, 2013
Herbert Coble Maness, 42, of Flicker Lane, Lexington, died Sunday,
July 14, 2013, at his home.
A memorial graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, July
18, 2013, at Pleasant Hill United Methodist Church Cemetery, Robbins, with the
Rev. Terry Warner officiating.
Herbert was born in Moore County on April 30, 1971, to Herbert
Eugene Maness and Jo Ann Hussey Maness.
He was preceded in death by his brother, Timothy Eugene Maness and
his sister, Florence Renee Maness.
Surviving are, his wife,
Robin Blankenship Maness, of the home; parents, Herbert Eugene
Maness and Jo Ann Hussey Maness, of Asheboro; and brother, Stephen Van Maness,
of Asheboro.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Lexington, Davidson Co., NC, Obituary
http://www.meaningfulfunerals.net/fh/obituaries/obituary.cfm?o_id=2177453&fh_id=10540
Mrs. Peggy Rhodes Briggs, age 82, of Lohr Street, Lexington, NC
died Thursday, July 25, 2013.
A funeral service will be held at 3:00 PM Sunday, July 28 at
Bethany United Methodist Church conducted by Rev. David Talbert and Rev. Ashley
Pickerel-Thomas. Burial will follow in the church Cemetery.
Mrs. Briggs was born March 31, 1931 in Davidson County to William
Edward Rhodes, Sr. and Ella Tysinger Rhodes. She had worked as bookkeeper with
Southern Auto Parts. She had also been employed with Parkdale Mills in
Thomasville and last worked at Belk Department Store in High Point. She was a
faithful member of Bethany United Methodist Church and had served as a
volunteer with the Davidson County Public Library. She was an excellent
seamstress.
She was married to William Smith (Bill) Briggs who died December
20, 2003. She was also preceded in death by brothers, W. E. Rhodes, Jr., Homer
Rhodes and Dermont Rhodes; and by sisters Lena Smith, Ethel Weaver, Mabel
Mickey and Maggie Wilson.
Mrs. Briggs is survived by her daughters, Alice Bruff and husband,
Jerry; Barbara Everhardt and husband Jimmy all of Lexington and Carol Warfford
and husband Jeff of Simpsonville, SC; brother Herbert Rhodes of Burlington;
sisters Ruby Chappell of Lexington and Carolyn Hunt of Charlotte; grandchildren Bennett Bruff and wife
Milenda, Nathan Bruff, Alan Bruff and wife Jessica, Donna Logan and husband
Matt, Sarah Blankenship, Noelle Warfford and Andy Warfford and 7
great grandchildren.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2010, Linwood, Davidson Co., NC, Obituary
High Point Enterprise (NC) - April 29, 2010
John Lewis Hurt, age 71 of South NC Highway 150, Linwood passed
away Monday night (April 26, 2010) at Thomasville Medical Center. Funeral
service will be held 2:00 pm Friday (April 30, 2010) at Davidson Funeral Home
Chapel with Pastor Kenneth Koontz officiating. Burial will follow at Holly Hill
Memorial Park in Thomasville.
John was born in Fulton County, GA January 3, 1939 to John Lewis
Hurt, Sr. and Corinne Deen Hurt York. He was a member and Elder of NorthGate
Church in Salisbury. He was former owner and operator of Allstate Insurance
Agency in Lexington from January 1974 until January 2002. He was a high school
Graduate of Georgia Military College, attended Georgia Military Junior College
and a graduate of South Georgia College. He was a member and Past President of
the Lexington Exchange Club and was a licensed pilot.
He was preceded in death by his parents and a sister Sandra Quade.
Surviving John are his wife, Carolyn Smith Hurt of the home, two daughters, Kathy Hurt Grey and husband,
Paul, and Leslie Hurt
Blankenship and husband, Brad, all of
Thomasville; one son, Jeffrey Alan Hurt and wife, Lisa, of Lexington; seven grandchildren, Joshua Grey and wife,
Melissa, Adam Grey and wife, Samantha, Zachary Grey, Michael Grey, Chase Hurt,
Brandon Hurt and Taylor
Blankenship ; Step-Daughter,
Elizabeth Kiser of Jacksonville, FL; two step-grandchildren, Kathy Baxter and
husband, John, and Sharon Kiser; three step-great grandchildren, Caden and
Aubrie Baxter and Morgan Kiser; one uncle, Robert Douglas and wife, Patsy, of
Alma, GA; one nephew, Daniel Swiderski and wife, Gina, of Aquasco, MD and the
mother of his children, Patricia Bodie Hurt of Thomasville.
[SSDI, 03Jan1939 - 26Apr2010]
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Thomasville, Davidson Co., NC, Obituary
High Point Enterprise (NC) - May 18, 2013
Mrs. Shirley Blankenship, 83, of Piedmont Crossing Retirement Center passed away Thursday,
May 16, 2013 in the retirement center. She was born April 25, 1930, in Detroit,
Michigan, daughter of the late John Neville and Mildred Jankowski.
She was married to Gene
Blankenship who survives of
the home. Surviving are daughter Terri Kane and husband Michael of Archdale, NC
and son, Jim Posvar and wife Anita of Arab, AL; five grandchildren, Renee
Habersetzer, Melanie Smith, Wesley Posvar, Jeffery Marks and Lisa Marks; and
eleven great grandchildren.
A memorial service is being planned for a later date.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Thomasville, Davidson Co., NC, Obituary
http://www.jcgreenandsons.com/ObituariesSearch.htm
Mrs. Amy Lynn Blankenship, age 35, a resident of 1027 W. Holly Hill Rd., Thomasville, died
on Monday, November 18, 2013. She was born on August 29, 1978 in McDowell
County, WV, the daughter of John Blankenship and Lovina Addair Blankenship Coffin. She attended Word of Truth Church.
She was preceded in death by her father and a brother, John Boy
Blankenship.
Surviving is her husband, Gary Eugene Morgan of Troy; her mother,
Lovina A. Coffin and husband Thomas of the home; two daughters, Wynter Morgan
and Brooklynn Morgan, both of the home; two sons, Jordan Smith and Brandon Morgan,
both of the home; two nephews, Jonathan Blankenship and Tyler Blankenship,
both of Bradshaw, WV; her best friend, Melinda Harrelson of Thomasville; a
special cousin, April Addair of Harmony, NC; and several aunts and uncles.
There will be a gathering of friends on Saturday, November 23, 2013
from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at J. C. Green and Sons Funeral Home in Thomasville.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Davie
2011, Mocksville, Davie Co., NC, Obituary
http://daviefuneralservice.com/obituaries.aspx
Ralph Glenn Blankenship, 31, of Highway 64 West, died on Wednesday, June 8, 2011. Born in Iredell County on February 8, 1980,
he was the son of Annie Mae Williams Starling of Mocksville and the late Floyd Don Blankenship, Sr. He
was of the Baptist faith.
In addition to his mother, Glenn is survived by his grandmother,
Beatrice Williams of Wilkesboro; 6 brothers,
Tony (Lori) Nicholson of Asheboro, Randy (Suzette) Nicholson of Union Grove, Clark (Kaye) Blankenship of Hickory, Don (Donna) Blankenship of Wilkesboro, Joe
(Angie) Blankenship of Harmony
and Scott (Samatha) Nicholson of Mocksville; special friends Larry and Maria
Knight and Jeff and Faye Cope, and several nieces and nephews. In addition to his father, he was preceded in
death by grandparents Ralph Williams
and Viola and Glenn Blankenship.
A graveside Celebration of Life Service was held on Sunday, June
12, at 3:00 p.m. at Rose Cemetery in Mocksville with Rev. Jim Miles
officiating. The family spoke with friends following the
service.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2011, Mocksville, Davie Co., NC,
Winston-Salem Journal (NC) - September 15, 2011
Brittany Kristine Blankenship June 16, 1991 - Sept. 12, 2011; Miss Brittany Kristine Blankenship , 20, of Mocksville passed away Monday,
September 12, 2011 at her home. She was born June 16, 1991 in Forsyth County to
Frank Eugene and Angela Hayes Blankenship.
Brittany was a
graduate of Davie High School in 2009 and was a member of Hillsdale United
Methodist Church where she was baptized on October 8, 2006. She was a loving
and energetic girl with a big heart, who loved people and always enjoyed being
around them. She was a very talented artist, with many loving friends, who
loved the beach, her family and especially her brothers. She also loved
animals, especially "Sofie". Brittany was her
mother's little angel, her grandmother's princess and she loved her daddy
dearly. She was Jason's baby sister and her little brother's Will and Austin looked up to her. She was dearly loved by
her family.
Preceding her in death was her grandfather, Gray Hayes and grandparents, Frank and Juanita
Blankenship.
She is survived by her parents of Mocksville; three brothers, Jason, William and Austin Blankenship;
her grandmother, Patricia Hayes; uncles,
Don Hayes and Roy Blankenship; aunts,
Jill Ellison, Donna Blankenship and Yvonne Drisoll and her cousins, Jessie Hayes, Brad Ellison, Kenyon Blankenship, Tasha and Chad Cheek and Jesse Blankenship.
A funeral service will be held 2:00 p.m. Saturday, September 17,
2011 at Hillsdale United Methodist Church with Rev. Jerry Webb officiating.
Burial will follow in Westlawn Gardens of Memory.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Mocksville, Davie
Co., NC, Obituary
http://www.daviefuneralservice.com/obits/obituary.php?id=256579
Virginia Marie Adams, 78, of Milling Road, died on Friday, February
1, 2013, at Forsyth Medical Center [Winston-Salem, Forsyth Co., NC].
Born in Bruno, [Logan Co.], West Virginia, on April 12, 1934, she
was the daughter of the late William Bowens and Hester Blankenship Bowens.
She operated a nursery with her husband, Eugene Adams, whom she married
on April 17, 1952 and was of the Pentecostal faith.
She is survived by her husband, Eugene Adams of the home, 2 sons,
James Eugene (Cathy) Adams of Harmony and Todd Eugene (Karen) Adams of Stuart,
Florida; 2 daughters, Inez Marie Adams of Mocksville and Theresa Rose Adams of
Lexington. She is also survived by 6
grandchildren, 8 great grandchildren, and 2 great great grandchildren.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother,
Walter Bowens, and a sister, Bertha Mae Dean.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Sunday, February 3,
at 2:30 p.m. in the Davie Funeral Service Chapel with Pastor Randy Martin of
the Greater Covenant Church in Lexington officiating. Burial will be in Rose Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
1940 Census, Stafford
District, Mingo Co., WV,
Bowens, William 42, M, WV, Head,
Bowens, Hester 29, F, WV, Wife,
Bowens, Walter 08, M, WV, Don,
Bowens, Vergie 05, F, WV, Dau,
Bowens, Mildred 00, F, WV, Dau,
https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/K7ZZ-BM8
Davie Co., NC, SSDI
Blankenship, Ralph G. 31, 08Feb1980 - 08Jun2011, Mocksville, Davie, NC, NC-240-55-8259
Durham
2011, Bahama, Durham Co., NC, Obituary
The Courier-Times, (Roxboro, NC) - March 1, 2011
Mr. Jackson David Ward, 82, of 2721 Hopkins Road, died Sunday, Feb.
27, 2011 at Durham Regional Hospital. A graveside service will be held
Thursday, March 3, at noon at Forest Lawn Cemetery, 3901 Forest Lawn Drive in
Greensboro. The Rev. Joe Glenn and the Rev. Tom Holtsclaw will officiate.
Born in Burke County, Mr. Ward was the son of the late John Wilburn
Ward and Vonnie Clarke Ward. He is survived by his wife, Nora Caviness Ward of
the home; two daughters, Nancy Ward Follette of Advance and Mary W. Kotter
Russell of South Boston, Va; two brothers, John W. Ward and Wayne Ward of
Daytona Beach, Fla.; two sisters, Helen Blankenship
of Morganton and Bonnie Belle Smith of Daytona Beach and three grandchildren, Nathan
J. Kotter, Daniel J. Kotter, and Andrew J. Kotter.
Mr. Ward had worked with OSHA for 15 years and was retired as an
iron worker after 30 years. He was a U.S. Army veteran of the Korean War.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2010, Durham, Durham Co.,
NC, Obituary
Published in Roanoke
Times on May 10, 2010,
http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/roanoke/obituary.aspx?page=lifestory&pid=142648487
Mrs. Kathleen Hutson Blankenship, passed away May 8, 2010. She was a resident of Carolina Point
Nursing Facility, Durham, N.C. Mrs. Blankenship was
born April 27, 1920, to the late William D. Hutson and the late Hassie T.
Hutson, of Roanoke, Va.
She was predeceased by her husband, Clarence R. Blankenship.
She is survived by her daughter, Suzanne Blankenship Bolster and son-in-law, David A. Bolster, of Durham, N.C. She is
also survived by three grandchildren, Mrs. Leigh Barnes, of Wilmington, N.C.,
Mrs. Cynthia Hagood, of Calhoun, Ga., and Dr. D. Eric Bolster, of Charleston,
S.C.; and by six greatgrandchildren, Daniel and Stuart Avant, Johnson and Bates
Hagood, and Davis and Stephanie Bolster. Also surviving is her brother, Phillip
A. Hutson, of St. Petersburg, Fla.
She was a native of Virginia, being born in Ringold, Va., but she
attended public schools and lived most of her life in the Roanoke area. She
lived in Hopewell and Smith Mountain Lake communities but returned to Roanoke
in 1996. Mrs. Blankenship retired from Civil Service in 1971, after
approximately 25 years with the Veterans Administration, Internal Revenue
Service, and the United States Army. She also served in the Naval Reserve during
the mid 1950's. After her retirement she worked as a librarian assistant while
residing in Hopewell. Mrs.
Blankenship was a member of
the Eastern Star Lodge # 33 in Roanoke, and served as Grand Matron in 1964 to
1965. She was also a member of the Riverdale Baptist Church for many years.
Services will be held Tuesday, May 11, 2010, at 2 p.m. (viewing at
1 p.m.) at Oakey's Funeral Home in Vinton, Va., with Graveside services at Blue
Ridge Memorial Gardens following the funeral home service.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2011, Durham,
Durham Co., NC, Obituary
The News & Observer,: Web Edition Articles (Raleigh, NC) - June
23, 2011
Pete Hoffman passed into another life at age 71 at Duke U. Hospital
on Thursday, June 9, 2011. He was an artist and craftsman while volunteering at
the Piedmont Wildlife Center and the Durham Art Guild. He spent years doing
ceramics and woodcarving after coming home from his job as a computer
programmer. After retiring he and his wife joined the Peace Corps teaching
English and making close friends in Poland. He belonged to two tap dancing
groups here in Durham and put on many community performances (Seymour Tappers
in Chapel Hill and the 2nd Time Arounders in Durham). He welded a garden
trellis' and constructed a back yard fire pit. His greatest joy was
volunteering at the Piedmont WL Center.
He is survived by his: wife, Sue; daughter Tatyana
(Ben) Blankenship and grandson
Bailey and granddaughter Hannah.
He leaves behind 11 brothers and sisters. We thank Duke U. Trauma
Center and his Doctor.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2012, Durham, Durham Co., NC, Obituary
The Herald-Sun, (Durham, NC) - July 23, 2012
Mrs. Wilmer Fogleman Blankenship, 90, formerly of the Gorman Community, died on Sunday, July 22,
2012. She was born in Durham to the late Wiley and Alice Glenn Fogleman. She
was a member of Gorman Baptist Church.
Mrs. Blankenship
was preceded in death by her husband,
Louis Monroe Blankenship Sr.; two sons,
Louis Monroe Blankenship Jr. and Edwin Craig
Blankenship; and one daughter, Sandra Kay Boyd.
She is survived by six grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held on Tuesday at 2 p.m. at Gorman
Baptist Church, officiated by Dr. C. J. Bordeaux Sr. and Dr. Marc Tilley.
Burial will be in Woodlawn Memorial Park.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Durham, Durham Co., NC, Obituary
The Herald-Sun, (Durham, NC) - May 29, 2013
Charles Henry Peete Jr. M.D., 89, former professor and doctor of
Obstetrics and Gynecology at Duke University Medical Center, and a resident of
Durham, passed away peacefully and went to be with the Lord on May 26, 2013.
Born April 30, 1924 in Warrenton, NC, he was the son of the late Lucy Pettway
Jones Peete and Dr. Charles Henry Peete.
He was married to Camilla Jonas Peete for 45 years, who predeceased
him in 1999. He was a devoted husband, faithful and loving father,
compassionate physician and loyal friend.
Surviving are his daughter, Garland Peete Simon and husband, Edwin
Chatfield Simon of Atlanta, GA and their children, Adam Chatfield Simon and
Cameron Alexandra Simon; his son, Charles Henry Peete III of Durham; daughter,
Alexandra Peete Jones and husband, Jeffrey Paul Jones of Durham, and their son,
Charles Jeffrey Jones; and his son, William Gregory Peete and wife, Vanessa
Phelps Peete of Richmond, VA, and their children, Winston Alexander Boyd Peete
and Charlotte Camilla Margaret Peete; and two nephews and two nieces.
He was predeceased by his brother, Dr. William Pettway Jones Peete;
and two sisters, Nancy Peters Peete Blankenship and
Catherine Jane Nicholson Matthews.
The funeral liturgy will be offered 10 a.m. Saturday, June 1, 2013
in St. Philip's Episcopal Church, 403 E. Main St., Durham. The family will
greet friends immediately following in the church parish hall. Graveside
services will follow at 1:30 p.m. in Fairview Cemetery, Warrenton.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Durham Co., NC, SSDI
Blankenship,
Kathleen H. 90, 27Apr1920 - 08May2010, Durham, Durham, NC, VA-231-05-4009
Forsyth
2010, Clemmons, Forsyth
Co., NC, Obituary
Published in Winston-Salem
Journal on March 9, 2010,
Leonard H. Blankenship of Clemmons went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, March 7,
2010. He was born in Glen Lyn, VA on March 6, 1952. He was the son of Gladys May Blankenship and Leonard Hatfield Meadows.
In addition to his mother and father, he was preceded in death by
two brothers and two grand-daughters.
Left to cherish his memory are a son and two daughters; four
grand-daughters; five grandsons; three sisters, and four brothers.
A funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, March 10,
2010 at Bethel Baptist Church, with Pastor Garness Brooks officiating. Burial
will follow at Parklawn Memorial Park.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2011, Kernersville, Forsyth Co., NC, Obituary
Winston-Salem Journal (NC) - January 26, 2011
Peggy Pague Idol Lawson, 83, went home to be with her Lord Monday,
January 24, 2011 following a brief illness. Funeral Services celebrating her
life will be held 7:00 p.m. Wednesday evening, January 26, 2011 at the
Pierce-Jefferson Funeral Home Chapel with Brother Gary Smith officiating.
A native of Richmond County, Georgia, she was the daughter of the
late Janie Elizabeth Eubanks and James B. Pague, Sr. Peggy retired from Team
& Wheel Federal Credit Union in Winston-Salem, where she was a founder..
She had been a member of Bunker Hill United Methodist Church and currently a
member of Hillcrest Baptist Church.
In addition to her parents
she was preceded in death by her previous husband, and father of their six
children, Rober Edsel Idol and her sister Dorothy Wyman.
Survivors include her children Jimmy Idol and his wife Sue of
Walkertown, Janie Idol Withers and her husband Glen of Ocean Isle Beach, Carol
Idol Westmoreland and her husband Paul of Kernersville, Robert Wayne Idol and
his wife Debbie of Shelby, Michael Idol and his wife Debbie of Kernersville,
and Sherri Idol Smith and her husband Jon of Kernersville; grandchildren James
Idol, Chris Idol, Kristi Idol, Temple
Blankenship Overton, Gina
Westmoreland Preston, Adam Rickett, Savannah Idol, Owen Smith, Hannah Smith,
and Molly Smith; eleven great-grandchildren; brother James B. Pague, Jr. of
Lynchburg, Virginia; numerous nieces and nephews, extended family, and friends.
The family will greet friends following the service at the funeral
home on Wednesday evening.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2011, Kernersville, Forsyth Co., NC, Obituary
High Point Enterprise (NC) - October 12, 2011
Chester Street, 84 of Kernersville died Monday at Grace Health Care
in Winston-Salem. Born December 18,
1926 in Whitewood, Virginia Mr. Street is a son of the late James Harold Street
and Florence Blankenship Street. Mr. Street
is a veteran of the US Army having served in World War II and Korea. He retired
from Wal-Mart in 2005 and enjoyed fishing, working in his garden and spending
time with his grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife Lillian
Street in July of 2003.
Mr. Street is survived by two children, Michael Street and wife
Terri of Randleman and Jackie Smith and husband Steve of Kernersville. He is
also survived by five grandchildren, Cori Marion, Kelly Smith, Kevin Smith, Christopher Street and Matthew Street and a
great grandchild on the way.
A memorial service to celebrate the life of Chester Street will be
held 2:00 pm Thursday in the chapel of Cumby Family Funeral Service with the
Reverend Aaron Robbins officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2012, Kernersville, Forsyth Co., NC, Obituary
Greensboro News & Record (NC) - March 16, 2012
William "Billy" Franklin Mansfield of Kernersville,
formerly of Arbyrd, MO, was born November 2, 1964 in Virginia Beach, VA, and
passed away March 12, 2012 at the Wake Forest Baptist Trauma Center in Winston Salem, NC at the age of 47
years. He married Estrella Rasano August 19, 1987 in Virginia Beach, VA. He was
a veteran of the U.S. Navy.
Survivors include wife, Ester Mansfield of Kernersville; father,
William Mansfield (Kathleen) of Kernersville; mother, Kathy
Blankenship (Jep) of Beech Grove, AR; son, John Klepzig of Kernersville; brother,
Barry Mansfield of Hornersville, MO; two sisters, Cheryl Heard (Tyrone) of
Oxford, GA and Pam Hutchenson (Kenny) of Paragould, AR; granddaughter, Chelsea
Klepzig; and several nieces, nephews, other relatives, and many friends.
Funeral service will be Saturday, March 17, 2012, 11 a.m. at the
McDaniel Chapel in Seneath with Rev. Mark McMinn officiating. Burial to follow
in the Lulu Cemetery near Senath, MO. Pallbearers: Paul Mason, Allen Motes,
Cody McDaniel, Rick McCasland, Tommy burgess, Mark Burgess, Larry Lewis,
Trenton Burns. Honorary pallbearers: Zach Huffman and Tyrone Heard.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2012, Kernersville, Forsyth Co., NC, Obituary
Winston-Salem Journal (NC) - April 11, 2012
Billy "Buster" Howard Burchette, Jr., 64, passed away
Sunday, April 8, 2012 at Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home. He was born February
20, 1948 in Forsyth Co. to the late Billy Howard Burchette, Sr. and Willie Mae
Phillips Burchette.
Buster was employed with American Industrial Contractors where he
had numerous friends. He was an avid NASCAR fan, and had played semi pro
softball for many years and served in the United States Marine Corps. Bill was
a familiar face and made many special friends at Clarks for which the family is
very grateful for.
Surviving are his son, Todd Burchette and wife, Sheri of Westfield;
one sister, Linda Blankenship and husband,
Roger of Winston Salem; two brothers, David
Burchette and wife, Sandra of King, Donnie Burchette and wife, Teresa of Grove,
OK; three grandchildren, Devin Burchette, Brittany Moore, and Adrianna Ford;
and many nieces and nephews whom he loved dearly.
A Memorial Service will be conducted at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, April
12, 2012 at Hayworth Miller Kernersville Chapel with Pastor Jason Holley
officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2012, Kernersville, Forsyth Co., NC, Obituary
Published in Winston-Salem Journal on April
16, 2012
Mrs. Ruth Bradley Bovender, 94, of Kernersville, passed away
Saturday, April 14, 2012 at Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home. She was born June
27, 1917 in Buncombe County to Curtis E. Bradley and Alice Blankenship
Bradley. Mrs. Bovender was a
member of Gospel Light Baptist Church and retired from Forsyth Hospital.
She was preceded in death by her husband, E. S. "Mutt"
Bovender; two sisters, Eva Bradley and Malene B. Mackie; four brothers, Govan
M. Bradley, Ernest E. Bradley, Donald W. Bradley and Eugene H. Bradley.
Surviving are a son, Walter Bovender (Faye) of Kernersville; a
granddaughter, Tammy White (Mike); two grandsons, Grey Bovender and Mark
Bovender (Renee'); two great granddaughters, Natalie Bovender and Samantha
White; three great grandsons, Matt Bovender, Zach Bovender and Ethan White; two
nephews, Larry Mackie and Roger Mackie (Phyllis) and a niece, Juanita Fletcher.
A funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, April 17,
2012 at Hayworth-Miller Silas Creek Chapel with Dr. Bobby Roberson officiating.
Interment will follow in Forsyth Memorial Park.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2010, Rural Hall, Forsyth Co., NC, Obituary
Winston-Salem Journal (NC) - July 10, 2010
Mr. Sollie "Sam" Eugene Kiger, age 83 of Rural Hall,
passed away Thursday, July 8, 2010 at Forsyth Medical Center in Winston-Salem. Sam was born in Forsyth
County May 27, 1927 to the late Alvin James and late Nannie Estelle Ingram
Kiger. He was a United States Army Veteran having served during World War II
and was of the Baptist faith. Sam will always be remembered for his sense of
humor and his playing of jokes on others. He was a very caring and loving man
and will be greatly missed.
In addition to his parents, Sam was preceded in death by two son's, Jerry and Jimmy Kiger; one grandson, Larry Kiger,
Jr.; and two brothers. Surviving is his wife of 62 years of marriage, Mary
Kiger of the home; two daughters:
Shirley Kiger of the home and Diane
(Ronnie) Blankenship of West
Virginia; two sons: Larry Kiger of Rural Hall and Ronald Kiger of East Bend;
six grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; a sister, Linda Hutchens of
Winston-Salem; and a brother, Bobby Kiger of Winston-Salem; and several nieces
and nephews.
A Graveside Service will be conducted Sunday, July 11, 2010 at 2
p.m. at the Rural Hall Memorial Park in Rural Hall with Military Honors.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Rural Hall, Forsyth Co., NC, Obituary
Winston-Salem Journal (NC) - April 4, 2014
Kenneth Blankenship,
65, of Rural Hall, passed away Monday, March 31, 2014.
There will be no formal services at this time. (Hayworth-Miller
Rural Hall Chapel)
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2012, Walkertown, Forsyth Co., NC, Obituary
Winston-Salem Journal (NC) - July 25, 2012
Mrs. Scarlett
Rebecca Neal, 69, of
Walkertown, passed away Monday, July 23, 2012 at Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home.
She was born December 19, 1942 in Glen Lyn, VA to Drewey Cephas and Gladys Meadows Blankenship. Mrs. Neal was of the Baptist faith.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, George Mack
Neal; a son, Danny Dwayne Clark; and four brothers,
Timothy, June, Cephas and Daily
Blankenship.
Surviving are two daughters, Kathy Link (Shawn) of Arcadia, Dreama
Carter (Chris) of King; five grandchildren, Nick Clark (Samantha) of Alaska,
Kayla Long (Chris) of Stokesdale, Michael Carter of King, Shana Williams
(Justin) of King, and Brittany Clark of Mocksville; four great grandchildren,
Jack Carter, Emma Ring, Madyson Clark and Noah Long; two sisters, Diane Herring
of Winston-Salem and Janet Martin of Rocky Gap, VA; and three brothers, Cloyd Blankenship (Betty) of Bastian, VA, Ronald Blankenship of Winston-Salem, and Truman Blankenship of Greenville, W.VA.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, July 26 at
Hayworth-Miller Silas Creek Chapel with the Rev. John Holmes officiating.
Burial will follow in Gardens of Memory in Walkertown.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2010, Winston-Salem,
Forsyth Co., NC, Obituary
http://www.the-dispatch.com/article/20100121/OBITUARIES/1214004
Walter Boyden "Boyd" Beeker Sr., 80, of Center Church
Road, died Wednesday, Jan. 20, 2010, at Forsyth Medical Center in Winston-Salem
following several months of declining health. His funeral will be at 11 a.m.
Friday at Center United Methodist Church by the Revs. Drs.
Tom King and Steven Pillsbury. Burial will follow in the church
cemetery.
Mr. Beeker was born April 28, 1929, in Rowan County to Harvey
Pierce Beeker and Mae Greene Beeker. He was a 1946 graduate of Welcome School,
attended High Point College, graduated from Wake Forest College and earned a
master's degree from Appalachian State Teachers College. He was retired from
the Thomasville City school system and was former principal at Southmont
Elementary School. He was a member of Grace Episcopal Church. Mr. Beeker served
in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict. He was also a member of the
Welcome Civitans and the Memorial Lodge 473. In addition to his parents, he was
preceded in death by a son, Ike Beeker; a brother, Bill Beeker; and two sisters,
Ann Chinnis and Imogene Crisman.
Surviving are his wife, Jo Ann Vannoy Beeker of the home; sons
Walter Beeker Jr. of Welcome and William Beeker and wife Debbie and Vann Beeker
and wife Jennifer, all of Lexington; daughter Adelaide Beeker of Roxboro; five
grandchildren, Clark Beeker, Cole Beeker, Preston Beeker, Olivia Beeker and
Emerson Beeker; and sisters Martha Williams of West River, Md., and Cynthia Blankenship of Irving, Texas.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2011, Winston-Salem, Forsyth Co., NC, Obituary
Winston-Salem Journal (NC) - April 16, 2011
Winston-Salem ~
Mr. Arthur George "A. G." Belcher, 72, passed away at his home
on Thursday, April 14, 2011 after a two year battle with cancer. He was born in
Watauga Co. on July 20, 1938 to the late Louis Wesley Belcher and Hattie Mae
Nichols Belcher. A. G. attended Oak Grove United Methodist Church and loved to
"piddle" and work in his yard. He worked for Roadway Trucking as a
dispatcher and then worked for Car Quest Auto Parts.
A. G. is survived by his loving wife of 35 years, Rebecca Belcher
of the home; a daughter, Laura Blankenship and husband,
David of Irvington, VA; two sons, Brad Barr of
King and Brian Barr and wife, Scarlett of King; eight grandchildren, Tyler,
Braeden, Everett, David, Ashley, Christopher, David and Brandy; two sisters,
Geri Marley and Jackie Angel, both of King; and a brother, Louis W. Belcher of
King.
Funeral Services will be conducted at 6 p.m. Sunday, April 17, 2011
at Hayworth-Miller Funeral Home Chapel in Rural Hall. A Graveside Service will
be conducted at 2 p.m. Monday, April 18, 2011 at Crestview Memorial Park in
Rural Hall.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2011, Winston-Salem, Forsyth Co., NC, Obituary
Published in Roanoke Times on December 31,
2011
Claudine Agee Blankenship, 91, of Winston-Salem, NC., and formerly
of Martinsville, died Thursday, December 29, 2011, at Oak Forest Health and
Rehabilitation, Winston- Salem, N.C. She was born September 7, 1920, in Floyd
County to the late Luther Thomas Agee and Ethel Ruth Hill Agee Cannaday.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Samuel Garlin Blankenship; brothers, Wilson Henry Agee and Obie Keen Agee; and granddaughter, Rebecca Lynn Blankenship. Mrs. Blankenship was a member of the
Martinsville Primitive Baptist Church on Rives Road, Martinsville.
Surviving are her sons and
daughters-in-law, James E.
and Jane B. Blankenship, of
Martinsville, Herbert R. and Linda A. Blankenship, of Winston-Salem, N.C., and Samuel L. and Betty F. Blankenship, of Charlotte, N.C.; grandchildren,
Giles E. Blankenship, Kirk M. Blankenship,
Mark D. Blankenship, David R. Blankenship,
Michael G. Blankenship, James R. Blankenship and Cynthia L. Blankenship; and great-grandchildren,
Davis G. Blankenship, Sophie M. Blankenship, Kenneth G. Blankenship, Naomi G.
Blankenship, Lydia J. Blankenship, Lexa R. Blankenship and Luke E.
Blankenship.
The funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Monday, January 2, 2012,
at Norris Funeral Services Martinsville Chapel, Martinsville, with the Rev.
Steve Greer officiating. Burial will be at Roselawn Burial Park, Martinsville.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2012, Winston-Salem, Forsyth Co., NC, Obituary
Published in Winston-Salem Journal on
September 21, 2012
Barbara Ann Bubacz, age 62, of Winston-Salem, NC passed away
Tuesday, September 18, 2012 at home surrounded by her loving family. Barbara
recently moved to Papillion, NE with her daughter and family to be with her
grandchildren. Born July 31, 1950, in Sandusky, Ohio, she was the daughter of
the late Raymond Stanley and Ruby Stanley Grossenbacher.
She was a graduate of Huron High School, Huron, OH.
Barbara retired August 1, 2012 from Wake Forest Baptist Health as a Patient
Services co-ordinator at Comp Rehab, where her co-workers were more like family
and friends. She enjoyed spending time with her grandkids, friends, and family,
reading, taking walks, and shopping.
She is survived by her husband, Robert L. Bubacz; daughter, Beth
Bubacz Nichols and husband, Isham of Papillion, NE.; son, Bryan Bubacz of
Fuquay-Varina, NC.; sister, Judy Blankenship of Frederick, MD; and three grandchildren,
Morgan Thompson, Tucker Bubacz, and Robbie Nichols all of Papillion, NE. She is
also survived by five nieces and
their families: Kim Yocklin, Lisa Schenk, Teresa Bohrer, Diane McEndree, and Jennifer Blankenship.
She was preceded in death by her parents and brother in-law, Lenzie
Blankenship.
The family will receive friends and family Sunday, September 23,
6:00 - 8:00 p.m. at Foster Funeral Home & Crematory, 410 Main Street,
Huron, where services will be 10:30 a.m. Monday, September 24 followed by
burial in Scott Cemetery, Huron, OH with Rev. Roger Skelley-Watts officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Winston-Salem, Forsyth Co., NC, Obituary
Published in Winston-Salem Journal on January
16, 2013
Mrs. Wenoka "Frosty" Fay Paris Boles, 79, of
Winston-Salem passed away Monday, January 14, 2013 at Forsyth Medical Center.
She was born July 15, 1933 in Forsyth County to Harry Lee and Thelma Black
Paris. Mrs. Boles loved animals especially caring for cats. She also enjoyed
cooking and loved the beach where she resided for 25 years.
She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband, James
William Boles.
Surviving are her children, Deborah Boles Lentz and husband Eddie,
William Paris Boles and wife Ann and Mark Kelly Boles; grandchildren, James Edwin Lentz, III and wife Ashley, William Adam
Lentz, Elizabeth Boles Blankenship
and husband Kevin, Caroline Boles Johnson and husband Matthew and James Peyton
Boles; great grandchildren, Elizabeth Frances Lentz and James Edwin Lentz, IV;
a brother, Autry Paris and wife JoAnn and a special friend, Jack Ellis.
A funeral service will be held 3:00 p.m. Thursday, January 17, 2013
at Hayworth-Miller Kinderton Chapel with Rev. Jeff Allen officiating. Burial
will follow in Westlawn Gardens of Memory.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Winston-Salem, Forsyth Co., NC, Obituary
Winston-Salem Journal (NC) - February 17, 2013
Mrs. Birdie Slaydon Blankenship, 94, widow of Andrew M. Blankenship, died Friday morning Feb. 15, 2013 at
Springwood Care. Birdie was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great
grandmother. Mrs. Blankenship was born in Surry County, September 15, 1918 to
William H. and Bessie Mae Pyrtle Slaydon.
She was a long time member of Gospel Light Baptist Church and was
preceded in death by two sisters: Ethel Walser and Ruby Parnell Lawrence and a
brother, William Henry Slaydon, Jr.
Surviving are one son
and his wife, Garry Blankenship and Carolyn of Winston-Salem, two granddaughters: Donna Logan and her
husband Matthew of Mocksville, and Sarah Blankenship,
Winston-Salem, one great granddaughter: Brynlee Logan, a step granddaughter:
Karen Kirkman and her husband Shawn, High Point, two step great granddaughters:
Rachel Kirkman and Kaylee Kirkman, three sisters: Lola Smith, Kathleen
Westmoreland and Allene Hartman, all of Lexington.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Monday at Gospel Light
Baptist Church by Dr. Bobby Roberson. Burial will follow in Gardens of Memory.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
SSDI; Blankenship,
Andrew M., 86, 26May1917 - 18Jan2004, Winston Salem, Forsyth, NC,
NC-239-05-4488
2013, Winston-Salem, Forsyth Co., NC, Obituary
Winston-Salem Journal (NC) - July 22, 2013
Mrs. June Hylton Ferguson, 95, passed away July 21, 2013 at
Salemtowne Retirement Community. She was born August 22, 1917 in Floyd County,
VA to the late Sherman Wakeman Hylton and Lenora Ellen Hylton.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Ralph Eugene Ferguson in
April 1987. Mrs. Ferguson was a member of South Fork Baptist Church. She
graduated from Buffalo Mountain High School as Valedictorian class of 1934.
She is survived by her children, Ann Hylton Ferguson Boles and
husband William "Bill" Paris Boles of Clemmons and Ira Denson
Ferguson of Lake Okeechohee, FL; three grandchildren,
Elizabeth Ann Boles Blankenship and husband Kevin of
Lewisville, Caroline Fay Boles Johnson and husband Matt of Monroe, and Amy
Ferguson.
A funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, July 23, 2013
at Hayworth-Miller Silas Creek Chapel with the Rev. Paul Dean officiating.
Burial will follow at Oakdale Cemetery in Mt. Airy.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Winston-Salem, Forsyth Co., NC, Obituary
Winston-Salem Journal (NC) - October 25, 2013
Margie "Lucille" McPeak Skelton March 30, 1925 - Oct. 22,
2013.
Margie "Lucille" McPeak Skelton, 88, passed away Tuesday,
October 22, 2013. She was born March 30, 1925 in Monroe Co., WV to the late
Charlie Greene and Clara May Trenor McPeak. Lucille was a member of Gospel
Light Baptist Church. She loved growing flowers and was a natural and loving caregiver
to many, especially children.
In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her
husband, Roscoe Skelton; sister, Julia Horton; brother, Elwyn McPeak; and
infant brother, Jack McPeak.
Surviving are her three children, Norma Everhart (Rick) of Winston
Salem, Robert Skelton (Sue) of Florence, SC, Linda Beauchamp (Arnold) of
Lewisville; grandchildren, Terri Stinson (Rick) of Kernersville, Christy Tracy
of Sanford, Doug Beauchamp (Rachel) of Winston Salem, Grant Skelton (Rebecca)
of Florence, SC; eleven great-grandchildren; one great-grandchild; brother,
Charles McPeak (Edith) of Walkertown; sisters, Betty Cline of Bluefield, WV,
Doris Whitman (William) of Winston Salem, and Janie Volpe (Herman) of Winston
Salem; sister-in-law, Charlotte Blankenship of Peterstown, WV.
A Funeral Service will be conducted at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, October
26, 2013 at Gospel Light Baptist Church with Dr. Bobby Roberson and Rev. Frank
Shumate officiating. Burial will follow in Gardens of Memory in Walkertown.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Forsyth Co., NC, SSDI
Blankenship,
Leonard H. 58, 06Mar1952 - 07Mar2010, Winston
Salem, Forsyth, NC, VA-229-74-4597
Franklin
2012, Franklinton, Franklin Co., NC, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) - June 13, 2012
Ava Geraldine Durham, 69, died on Sunday, June 10, 2012. Ava was
born in Beartown, W.Va. to the late Noble and Helen Lusk Mitchem on June 20,
1942.
Ava is survived by her daughters,
Susan Michelle Blankenship of Flower Mound, Texas; Margaret Elizabeth
Mitchell of Franklinton, N.C.; Christina Rae Brewster of Baltimore, Md.; sons,
Randolph Owen Reed Jr. of Danbury, N.C.; Jonathan Ray Brewster of Raleigh,
N.C.; brothers, Danny Mitchem of Princeton, W.Va., Russell Mitchem of Lashmeet,
W.Va., Jeff Mitchem of Bud, W.Va.; sisters, Phyllis Johnson of Lashmeet, W.Va.,
Glenda Allen of Pinehurst, N.C., Donna Sizemore of Lashmeet, W.Va., Joyce Thorn
of Blacksburg, Va.; 14 grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. Ava is
also survived by many nieces and nephews.
Ava was preceded in death by her sister, Sandra Mitchem and
granddaughter, Courtney Reed.
A Graveside Service will be offered 2:00 p.m. Saturday, June 16,
2012 at the Lusk/Mitchem Family Cemetery in Beartown, W.Va.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Gaston
+2013, Belmont, Gaston Co., NC, Obituary
Published in Gaston Gazette on September 25,
2013
Judy Jean Sherrill, 68, died peacefully at home on Sept. 21, 2013,
after a brief battle with cancer. She
was born Aug. 17, 1945, to the late James William and Bonnie Blankenship Sherrill.
Raised in Belmont, Judy was a 1963 graduate of Belmont High School,
where she was voted "Best All Around" and was named Football Queen.
She was a teacher at Howell Kindergarten, a teacher's assistant at Gardner Park
Elementary and retired after seventeen years as secretary at Bel-mont Middle
School. She was an active member of First United Methodist Church, Belmont, a
volunteer with Belmont Community Organiza-tion and South Point High School
Booster Club.
Judy is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Kevin and Heather
Champion of Oak Ridge, NC, daughter and son-in-law, Stacey and Derek Featherston
of Gastonia; grandchildren, Walker and Blaine Featherston, Trevor and Braden
Champion; brothers and sisters in law, Billy and Connie Sherrill of Belmont,
Michael and Margery Sherrill of Hendersonville and sister, Kim Sherrill of
Chimney Rock as well as many loving nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her
brothers, Dan Scott Sherrill and James Bix Sherrill as well as her sister, Kay
Sherrill Miller.
A service to celebrate her life will be held 2 p.m. Saturday at
First United Methodist Church of Belmont with the Dr. Chuck Baker and Rev. Mark
Andrews officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
1940 Census, McAdenville, South Point
Township, Gaston Co., NC,
Sherrill, J. W. 31, M, NC, Head,
Sherrill, Bonnie 26, F, NC, Wife,
Sherrill, Billy 02, M, --, Son,
Sherrill, Bobbie Kay 01, F, NC, Dau,
https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/KW3T-2VT
2011, Bessemer City, Gaston Co., NC, Obituary
Robert Lee Belcher - age 50 of Bessemer City, NC formerly of North
Matewan, WV passed away Saturday; December 24, 2011 at the Gaston Memorial
Hospital in Gastonia, NC. Born July
28, 1961 in Williamson, WV; he was the son of Jordan Belcher of North Matewan,
WV and the late Ethel
Blankenship Belcher.
In addition to his mother, he was also preceded in death by a
brother James Belcher. He was a former carnival man.
Survivors, in addition to his father, include his companion Jackie
Patrick of Bessemer City, NC; 1 brother Jordan (Mary) Belcher Jr. of Newtown,
WV; 3 sisters Debbie (Melvin) Hurley of Hatfield, KY, Rhonda (Carl) Chapman of
Crouse, NC, and Donna (Chris) Casey of Freeburn, KY; and a host of nieces and
nephews.
Funeral services will be conducted Thursday; December 29, 2011 at
12:00 P.M. from the Newtown Free Pentecostal Church of God at Newtown, WV with
Randy Casey and Chris Casey officiating.
Burial will follow in the Blankenship Cemetery
at Stopover, KY with family and friends serving as pallbearers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2010, Dallas, Gaston Co.,
NC, Obituary
http://www.heartfeltconnections.net/ViewTribute.aspx?id=29523
Geneva Cacy Blankenship, 93, passed away peacefully October 18, 2010. She was a native of
Adairs Run, (Mercer County) WVA. born December 27,
1916 to the late George Leonard and Nora Luther Cacy.
Geneva was employed
by the Celanese Corporation where she served over 36 years. She attended
Peterstown United Methodist Church, was a member of her circle and enjoyed
making Apple Butter. In her later years, she moved to Princeton West Virginia
(Eads Mill Road) and was a member of Pisgah United Methodist Church. Geneva was
always called upon to make her famous yeast rolls, and was happy cooking for
someone else all the time.
She is preceded in death by her parents, husband Jeff Blankenship, sisters and brothers-in-law Barbara and
Mason Hill, sister, Hazel Boyd Casey, half –brother Clyde Casey and wife Ida.
Survivors include a neice Sarah Ellen Hamm and Husband Donald of
Dallas, NC, with whom she made her home with. nephews
James M. Hill and wife Daphene of Princeton, WV, Charles Hill and wife Linda of Princeton, WV
A graveside service will be held 2:00 pm, Thursday at Birchlawn
Burial Park in Pearisburg VA.( 177 Birchlawn Circle, Pearisburg, VA 24134) with
Rev. Scott Mayberry officiating The family will receive friends 1:30 until 2:00
at the graveside
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Dallas, Gaston Co., NC, Obituary
Published in Gaston Gazette on April 29, 2013
Carolyn Jane Weaver Blankenship, 79, passed away on Saturday, April 27, 2013. Born in Gaston
County, she was the daughter of the late James Ambers Weaver and Bessie
Callaway Weaver.
Mrs. Blankenship was a graduate of Ashley High School and a
longstanding member of Flint Groves Baptist Church. She retired from the Gaston
County Schools after many years of service as a food services manager. She was
a hard working woman who loved her family.
In addition to her parents, Mrs. Blankenship was preceded in death
by her husband, Robert Glenn Blankenship; son,
Joel Robert Blankenship; grandson, Justin Alan Sipe; a brother and
two sisters.
Mrs. Blankenship is survived by her daughters and sons-in-law, Jane and Alan Sipe
of Garden City, S.C., and Terry and Kim Wentz of
Dallas; grandchildren and spouses, Stephanie Conner, Michelle and Andy Christenson,
and Lyndsi and Kevin Boye; great-grandchildren, Dalton and Pre-ston Conner,
Kade and Kammy Christenson, Lani and Kohen Boye, and Logan Crisp; brother and
sister-in-law, Ernest and Lucille Weaver of Gas-tonia; sisters, Nell Whitesides
of Gastonia, Helen Davis of Stanley, Gloria Moore of Manila, Ark. and Linda
Corbett of Winston-Salem.
Family and friends of Carolyn Blankenship are invited to attend her
funeral service beginning at 3 p.m. Tuesday, April 30, 2013 from the graveside
at Gaston Memorial Park. Rev. Ronnie Bowers will officiate.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Dallas,
Gaston Co., NC,
Death
Published in Gaston Gazette on May 13, 2013
Paul A. Blankenship,
86, 219 Florham Drive, died Saturday, May 11, 2013.
Funeral Arrangements will be announced by Woodlawn Funeral Home in
Mount Holly.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2010, Gastonia, Gaston
Co., NC, Obituary
http://www.bdtonline.com/archivesearch/local_story_028181611.html
Estelle Blankenship Piazza, 68, of Gastonia, N.C., died Tuesday, January 26, 2010 at the
Gaston Memorial Hospital in Gastonia, N.C. Born April 3, 1941, at Ingleside, she was the daughter of the late John and Hester Odell
Blankenship. In addition to
her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother, Junior Blankenship; and a sister, Georgia Lee Blankenship.
She is survived by a son, Timothy Bell of Princeton; a daughter,
Elaine Nowery of Westerville, Ohio; six grandchildren; two brothers, R.C. Blankenship of Bluefield, Dennis (Johnny) Blankenship of Charlotte, N.C.
She moved to Ohio in 1957, and was co-owner of Piazza Soil Farms
from 1960 until 1984. She was of the Church of God faith where she had been a
Deaconess, taught Sunday School and served on the
music committee. She moved to Gastonia, N.C. where she was assistant manager of
Kerr Drug until she became disabled. She loved nature as well as gardening,
flowers and wrote poetry. She always wanted everyone to know how much she loved
Jesus.
A service of celebration will be held 7:00 p.m. Saturday evening,
January 30, 2010 from the Burns Wornal Chapel of the Memorial Funeral Directory
on the Athens Road in Princeton with Pastor Sherry Phillips officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2010, Gastonia, Gaston Co., NC, Obituary
The Daily Courier, (Forest City, NC) - April 6, 2010
Mary Frances Roberts,
76 [1934], of
Gastonia, died Monday, April 5, 2010, at her home. She was a native of
Rutherford County and a daughter of the late Roy Blankenship and the late Bell
Blankenship. She was a
homemaker.
Surviving are two daughters, Connie Cole of Gastonia and Audrey Fairchild
of Lawndale; a son, Terry Toney of Lawndale; two sisters, Pat Groves of Rutherfordton and Carolyn Scism of Forest City; six grandchildren; and six
great-grandchildren.
A family directed graveside
service will be held Wednesday at 4:30 p.m. at Corinth Baptist Church Cemetery,
Ellenboro.
(could not find anything on SSDI)
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2010, Gastonia, Gaston Co., NC, Funeral
The Charlotte Observer, (NC) - April 6, 2010
Frances Blankenship Roberts, 76, died April 5, 2010. Graveside service 4:30pm Wednesday,
Corinth Baptist Church Cemetery. McMahan's Funeral Home is assisting the
family.
[SSDI, 24May1933 - 05Apr2010]
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2010, Gastonia, Gaston Co., NC, Funeral
The Charlotte Observer, (NC) - May 23, 2010
Laverne Horn Blankenship, 71, died May 19, 2010. Service Monday 3pm,
Covenant Baptist Church. Visitation Sunday 6-8pm,
Withers & Whisenant Funeral Home. Burial, Gaston
Memorial Park.
[SSDI, 12May1939 - 19May2010]
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2011, Gastonia, Gaston Co., NC, Obituary
The Charlotte Observer, (NC) - November 14, 2011
Jennifer Hartsock Stowe, 32, of Gastonia, died Friday November 11,
2011, at Gaston Memorial Hospital. A native of Richmond, Virginia, she was the
daughter of Michael William Hartsock and Patricia Copeland Blankenship. Jennifer was a homemaker and attended All Saints Episcopal
Church. She was a graduate of Parkwood High School Class of 1997 and attended
CPCC and York Tech. She was a loving wife, mother, sister, and aunt who will be
dearly missed.
In addition to her parents, Jennifer is survived by her husband,
Ernest Stowe, Jr.; sons, Patrick William Hartsock, Ernest Stowe, III; sisters,
Michelle Hilton and husband Jason, April Hunter and husband Jeremy; one niece,
four nephews and three step sisters.
The family will receive friends from 2:00 until 4:00 p.m. Tuesday,
November 15, 2011 at McLean Funeral Directors of Gastonia. A funeral service
will follow at 4:00 p.m. in the Founders Chapel of McLean Funeral Directors
with Rev. Linda Pineo officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2012, Gastonia, Gaston Co., NC, Funeral
Published in Gaston Gazette on April 28, 2012
James William "Willie" Blankenship, 75, of 413 Rhyne Circle, passed away
April 26, 2012, at Gaston Memorial Hospital. He was a native of Gaston County,
born July 2, 1936, to the late Sulcer
Spratt Blankenship and Patsy
Ruth Miller Clemmer
Celebration of life service will be 2 p.m. Monday at Withers & Whisenant
Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will be at Gaston Memorial Park with the
Releasing of the Doves.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2012, Gastonia, Gaston Co., NC, Obituary
Published in Gaston Gazette from April 28 to
April 30, 2012
James William "Willie" Blankenship, 75, of 413 Rhyne Circle, passed away
April 26, 2012, at Gaston Memorial Hospital. He was a native of Gaston County,
born July 2, 1936, to the late Sulcer
Spratt Blankenship and Patsy Ruth Miller Clemmer. He was preceded in death by his parents.
Willie was a U.S. Air Force veteran and a member of American
Legion. He loved boxing and was a Golden Glove Boxer in the '60s and also loved
textile-league softball. Willie was an avid antiques collector and enjoyed
working in the garden.
Survivors include his wife
of 57-plus years, Mildred Davis
Blankenship; son, James William Blankenship Jr. and wife, Susan, of Dallas; daughter, Rowena B. Morrison and husband, Jimmy, of Vale, step mother, Pearl Blankenship; and
step father, A. E. Clemmer Jr.; brothers,
Andy Clemmer and Carl
"Toby" Blankenship;
sisters, Patty Eller and husband, Joe, and Bonnie King, all of Gastonia;
grandchildren, Blaine Fisher and Nicholas Fisher; step-grandchildren, Sandra
Parker, Michelle Parker, Nathan Morrison and Shawn Morrison.
A celebration of life service will be 2 p.m. Monday, April 30,
2012, at Withers and Whisenant Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. William Calvert
officiating. Interment will be at Gaston Memorial Park with the releasing of
the doves.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2012, Gastonia, Gaston Co., NC, Obituary
Published in Gaston Gazette on November 21,
2012
Arthur Eli Clemmer Jr., 86, died Nov. 20, 2012, at the Golden
Living Center in Charlotte [Mecklenburg
Co., NC]. He was born in Gaston County, son of the late Janie Laye Clemmer
and Arthur Eli Clemmer Sr.
He was preceded in death by a stepson,
Willie Blankenship; three brothers, Truett, Landrum and Lloyd
Clemmer; three sisters, Lois Brockman, Margaret Helderman and Blanche Glenn. He
was a member of Daystar Baptist Church in Mount Holly. He was a US Navy Veteran
where he served on the USS St. Paul. He was a life member of VFW Post #9337 in
Gastonia and a member of the Gaston County Last Man Club.
He is survived by his wife, Betty Lou Keller Millon Clemmer; a son,
Andy Miller Clemmer of Cramerton; two step daughters, Bonnie King and Patty Eller both of Gastonia.
A service to celebrate the life of Mr. Clemmer will be held 11 a.m.
Friday at the Woodlawn Chapel of Woodlawn Funeral Home with the Rev. Perry
Huffstetler officiating. Burial will be at the Berea Baptist Church Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Gastonia, Gaston Co., NC, Obituary
Published in Charlotte Observer on January
28, 2013
Mrs. Rebecca Josie "Becky" Blankenship Carter, 84, of Covenant Village, died Saturday,
January 26, 2013, at her residence surrounded by family. She was born in
Charlotte, NC, on March 17, 1928, the oldest of three children of the late Albert Stowe and Mildred
Hodges Blankenship.
Mrs. Carter graduated from Central High School in Charlotte and
earned a degree in journalism from the University of North Carolina at
Greensboro, where she was a member of Phi Beta Kappa. Her first job after
college was as the editor of a small weekly newspaper in Fontana Village. She
came home during the holidays of 1950 and attended a Spinsters Dance, where she
met J. Bynum Carter; they were married on June 1, 1951. After that, she called
Gastonia home ever since and was very active in church, civic and philanthropic
life.
She was reluctant to admit that she was "saved by
garbage" but she became deeply involved in the city and county management
of trash, litter, beautification, when she served as a founder and the first
Chairwoman of the Gastonia Clean City Committee, the predecessor organization
to Keep Gastonia Beautiful. After serving ten years, she became the Executive
Director and Trustee of the Community Foundation of Gaston County, a
then-fledgling organization seeking to provide charitable dollars for county
needs. She was one of the organizers of the Gastonia unit of Habitat for
Humanity, a former Trustee of Gaston College, an original Trustee of Daniel
Stowe Botanical Garden when it opened in 1999, and former director of A.B.
Carter, Inc. A long-time member of First Presbyterian Church on Gastonia, she
was an Elder and former Chair of the Building and Grounds Committee. She was
also a member of the Rotary Club of Gastonia. She has won awards from Keep
North Carolina Beautiful, Keep America Beautiful, and Operation Beautiful.
Additionally, she received the Community Service Award from Junior Woman's
Club, Merit Award and Paul Harris Fellow from Rotary, Woman of the Year from
Civitan, Allen Sims Award from the Community Foundation,
Grace Award from Belmont Abby, the Look-Up Gaston Appreciation
Award, and shared the Bud Schiele Award with her husband immediately following
his death in March of 2012. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Carter was
preceded in death by her beloved husband of 61 years, James Bynum Carter, and a
daughter, Sally.
Survivors of Mrs. Carter include her daughter and son-in-law, May
and Carroll Barger, and their children, who Mrs. Carter described as "two
incredibly charming, beautiful, and brilliant grandchildren", Josie and
Ben, all of Gastonia; a brother and sister-in-law, A.S. "Buck" and Betty Blankenship,
Jr. of Charlotte; a sister and brother-in-law, Carol B. and Don Gardner of Winston-Salem, N.C.; and a sister-in-law,
Tula Carter Robbins of Raleigh.
A funeral service will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Tuesday January 29,
2013, at First Presbyterian Church with Dr. John L. Frye, Jr. and Pastor John
H. Stanley officiating. Private entombment will be held for the family at
Forest Lawn West Mausoleum in Charlotte. Becky will never completely die
because her life was like the roots of a tree that go miles and miles into the
soil, and then miles around the trunk, and they come up in the crepe myrtle
trees that beautify this community, in the vast number of people and
organizations helped by the Community Foundation and every spring when the
flowers bloom not just in her garden but at the Daniel Stowe Botanical Gardens.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Gastonia, Gaston Co., NC, Obituary
Published in Gaston Gazette on April 11, 2013
Hildred Lackey Dellinger Wagstaff, 86, died April 8, 2013. She was
born in Caldwell County, daughter of the late D. E. and Bessie Lackey
Dellinger.
She was preceded in death by her husband Fred L. Wagstaff; a son,
Mark Wagstaff; a brother, Bill Dellinger, and a sister, Doris Wickham. She was
a member of Hickory Grove Baptist Church in Mount Holly.
She is survived by a daughter-in-law, Marilyn Wagstaff Moss of
Oklahoma City, Okla.; one brother, Clint Dellinger of Hattisburg, Miss.; two half sisters, Barbara Blankenship and husband
Steele and Virginia Burns; one half brother, Gene
Dellinger and wife Mary; her loving caregivers and best friends, Brenda and
Dickie Leonard of Gastonia and a number of nieces and nephews.
A graveside service to celebrate the life of Mrs. Wagstaff will be
held noon Friday at Forest Lawn Cemetery in Charlotte with Chaplain Ivan Davis
officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Gastonia, Gaston Co., NC, Obituary
Published in Gaston Gazette on May 24, 2013
Marshall "Skeeter" Sutton Jr., 58, passed away May 22,
2013, at CaroMont Regional Medical Center, Gastonia. He was born Jan. 26, 1955,
in Gaston County, son of the late Marshall Sutton Sr. and Betty Williams
Seagle.
A funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Saturday at Greene Funeral
Service, South Chapel, 1503 S. York Road, Gastonia, officiated by Pastor Leo
Kuykendall. Interment will be at Evergreen Cemetery, Belmont.
Mr. Sutton is survived by: sister,
Nancy Blankenship and her spouse, Ken of Stanley; niece,
Christy King; nephew, Tracy Stanford; great nieces, Emma Stanford, Piper King;
great nephew, Peyton Stanford.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by: his
stepfather, Jack Junior Seagle.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Gastonia, Gaston
Co., NC, Obituary
Published in Gaston Gazette on August 24, 2013
Kenneth Dale "Poppy" Shuford,
61, passed away Aug. 22, 2013, at CaroMont Regional Medical Center. He was a
native of Gastonia, son of Dottie Blankenship Shuford and the late
Kenneth Leon Shuford.
A visitation will be held 2 until 3:30
p.m. Monday at McLean Funeral Directors of Gastonia with a funeral service to
follow at 3:30 p.m. in the Founders Chapel of McLean Funeral Directors. Interment
will follow in Evergreen "A Quiet Place", Belmont.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Gastonia, Gaston
Co., NC, Obituary
Published in Gaston Gazette on October 10, 2013
Mildred Davis Blankenship, 74 of 413 Rhyne
Circle, passed away peacefully on Oct. 9, 2013, at CaroMont Regional Medical
Center. She was a native of Gaston County, born April 10, 1939, to the late
Willlis Douglas and Minnie Bell Stiles Davis.
She was also preceded in death by her husband
of 57 years, James William "Willie" Blankenship Sr. who died in
2012, and her brothers Walter and Mitchell Davis, her sisters Marie Harrison, Hattie
Robinson and Ellie Lowe. Mildred was retired from Homelite with over 36 years
of service, and had also retired from Tyler Ind., Bessemer City.
Survivors include her son James William
"Jamie" Blankenship, Jr. and wife Susan of Dallas; Rowena B. Morrison and
husband Jimmy of Vale; grandchildren Blaine Fisher, Nick Fisher, Sandra and
Michelle Parker, Nathan and Shawn Morrison; sisters Iva Lee Groves and husband
Harold of VA, Doris Carter of OK, Willene Wagoner and husband Robert; and Faye
Holcombe and husband Sidney , all of Gastonia; and
lifetime friends Sonja, Carolyn and Judy
Celebration of life service will be 11
a.m. Saturday at Withers & Whisenant Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev.
William Calvert officiating. Interment will be Gaston Memorial Park with the
Releasing of the Doves. Pallbearers will be Nick and Blaine Fisher, Nathan
Morrison, Robert Wagoner, Sidney Holcombe and Andy Clemmer.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2011, Mount Holly, Gaston Co., NC, Obituary
Middletown Journal (OH) - April 5, 2011
Tincher, Harold Dean Sr. 62, of Mount Holly, North Carolina
formerly of Middletown Ohio, passed away Saturday April 2, 2011, at Gaston
Memorial Hospital in Gastonia, NC. He was born April 2, 1949, in Middletown
Ohio.
He had resided in North Carolina since 1985. Harold served in the
U.S. Army doing duty for his country from 1966 to 1973 having served one tour
in Germany and two tours in Vietnam. He was a member of the Paw Creek American
Legion Post. He was a diesel mechanic for 42 years, a trade he learned while
serving in the U.S. Army. He attended Grace Baptist Church in Mount Holly. He
played bluegrass music in his most recent years and was a member of the Catawba
Bluegrass Association.
He was preceded in death by his parents James and Margaret Tincher
and a sister Helen Napier.
He is survived by his wife, Beverly Blankenship Tincher; one daughter, Tammy Tincher Spencer and her husband Lynn of Mount
Holly; one son, Harold Dean Tincher, Jr. and his wife Amy of Charlotte; four
grandchildren, Ashley, Meagan, Kyle, and Jonah; six brothers, Jim, Larry, Paul,
Dan, Terry and Tim; two sisters, Brenda and Mildred and a number of nieces and
nephews.
Harold's wishes were to be cremated. A memorial service will be
held at a later date in Middletown, Ohio.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2012, Mount Holly, Gaston Co., NC, Obituary
Published in Gaston Gazette from September 22
to September 24, 2012
Anita B. Matthews,
63, passed away Thursday, Sept. 20, 2012. She was born in Avery County,
daughter of the late Paula
McGuire Blankenship and Robert Junior Blankenship.
She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and
friend to all who knew her. She was retired from Allstate Insurance, The Poteat
Agency in Huntersville. She enjoyed working in her yard and taking part in
cancer walks.
She is survived by her loving husband of 18 years, Woodie Matthews;
father-in-law, Woodrow Matthews Jr. of Gastonia; son and daughter-in-law, Don
and Michelle McAndrew of Mount Holly; grandchildren, Nicole, Nick, Stephanie
and Colton McAndrew; great-grandchildren, Brianna and Hunter Tadlock all of
Mount Holly; two sisters, Jackie Falls and husband, Keith, of Kings Mountain,
Debbie Butler and husband, Jerry, of Bessemer City; one brother, Mike
Blankenship of Belmont;
brother and sisters-in-law, Tom and Rhonda Strebe of Wisconsin, Wanda Matthews
of Wisconsin and Francis Gannaway of Louisiana; brothers-in-law, Avery Matthews
of Wisconsin and Dr. Meril Dufrene of Louisiana; and a number of nieces and
nephews.
A service to celebrate the life of Mrs. Matthews will be at 11 a.m.
Monday, Sept. 24, 2012, at Westview Baptist Church, 3385 Fairview Drive,
Gastonia with the Rev. Jerry Millwood officiating. Burial will follow at Sharon
Presbyterian Cemetery, 5201 Sharon Road, Charlotte.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Mount Holly, Gaston Co., NC, Obituary
Published in Gaston Gazette from June 1 to
June 3, 2013
Bonnie Helms Walker Felice, 84, died Saturday, June 1, 2013. She
was born in Gaston County, daughter of the late Walter Brown and Pauline K.
Helms. She was a member of Catawba Heights Baptist Church and the Mount Holly
Order of the Eastern Star.
She was preceded in death by two husbands, Hayes Leonard Walker and
Salvatore Felice. She was also preceded in death by a grandson, Joshua Walker.
She is survived by three sons; Steve Walker of Denver, Ronnie
Walker and wife, Iris, of Lowesville, and Kenny Walker and wife, Jean, of Kings
Mountain; one sister, Joanne Blankenship and husband,
Bob, of Mount Holly; five grandchildren; 10
great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren.
A service to celebrate the life of Mrs. Felice will be held at 4
p.m. Sunday, June 2, 2013, at the Woodlawn Chapel of Woodlawn Funeral Home,
Mount Holly with the Rev. Max Pendleton officiating. Burial will follow at
Hillcrest Gardens Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Mount Holly,
Gaston Co., NC, Obituary
Published in Gaston Gazette on June 6, 2013
Bryce Cameron Beach, 89, died June 5, 2013. He was born in Gaston
County, son of the late Thomas Clyde and Florence Auten Beach. He was a US Army
WWII Veteran and a member of Catawba Heights Baptist Church.
He is survived by his wife
Colleen Blankenship Beach; two sons, Timothy Cameron Beach and wife
Lisa of Belmont and Jeffery Mitchell Beach and wife Revonda of Cherryville;
three grandchildren, Joshua Cameron Beach of Huntsville, Alabama, Amelia Beach
of Cherryville, Kaitlyn Emma Beach of Belmont; two sisters, Carolyn White of
Charlotte and Meldona Broome of Stanley; one brother, Joe Beach of Monroe.
A service to celebrate the life of Mr. Beach will be held 2 p.m. Friday
at the Woodlawn Chapel of Woodlawn Funeral Home with the Rev. Max Pendleton
officiating. Burial will be at Hillcrest Gardens Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Gaston Co., NC, SSDI
Blankenship,
Geneva W. 93, 27Dec1916 - 18Oct2010, Gastonia, Gaston, NC, VA-227-24-2802
Blankenship,
Laverne H. 71, 12May1939 - 19May2010, Gastonia, Gaston, NC, TN-414-56-2400
Guilford
+2011, Colfax, Guilford Co., NC, Obituary
Winston-Salem Journal (NC) - August 10, 2011
Benjamin "Benjie" Lee Blankenship, 50, died unexpectedly August 8, 2011.
Graveside Funeral Services celebrating his life will be held 11:00 a.m.
Thursday, at Main Street United Methodist Church Cemetery. A native of Guilford
County, Benjie was the son of Nell
McClintock Blankenship and Ben Blankenship.
He was a supervisor with Southeastern Freight Lines in Colfax. He
thoroughly enjoyed helping others, regardless of what it was that was needed,
he was there for them. He was always the "life of the party" by
making others feel special and loved. His "girls", his wife and two
daughters were the most important part of his life. His love of life was
infectious, his smile, his charisma, and his heartfelt laughter will be missed
by all who knew him.
Survivors include his loving wife
of 31 years Anne Southard
Blankenship of the home; daughters June "Bug"
Blankenship and Jamie Lee Blankenship both of the home; mother and father Mr. and Mrs. Ben Blankenship of Oak
Ridge; sisters Sherry Blankenship of Greensboro and Laurie Campbell and Todd of Atlanta, Georgia; brother-in-law Mike
Southard and Penny of Lewisville; nieces Collette Campbell, Ashley Southard,
and Kathryn Southard Lillie; nephews Reed Campbell and Cooper Southard.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2010, Greensboro, Guilford
Co., NC, Obituary
http://www.funeraldigest.com/obituaries/2010/07/28/irene-roach-stanley/144335103
Mrs. Irene Roach Stanley, 84, passed away on Monday, July 26, 2010
at Universal Healthcare in Concord. Funeral
services will be held at 2 p.m. on Thursday, July 29, at Forbis & Dick,
Pleasant Garden Chapel. Interment will follow at Lakeview Memorial Park with
Rev. Karen Jenkins officiating.
Mrs. Stanley was born on May 12, 1926 in Bedford County, Virginia.
She was a homemaker and of the Baptist faith. Irene loved the outdoors,
gardening and cooking for her family. She was a loving mother and grandmother and
will be greatly missed by many.
She was preceded in death by husband, Andrew Jackson Stanley;
parents, George and Mattie Richardson Roach; son, Carroll Junior Emerson;
daughter, Brenda Marie Williams; brothers, Dave Roach and June Roach.
Survivors include daughters, Ira Mae Joyce Overstreet and husband
Elton, of Hurt, VA, Betty Lou Johnson and husband Dennis of Jamestown, NC;
Patsy Jean Wilson and husband Jimmy of Pleasant Garden, Virgie Gaynell Shelton
and husband Denny of Concord, Ruby Ann Rosenthal and husband Norman of
Randleman, Linda Sue Strickler and husband Dale of Irving, Texas, Deborah
Emerson Welch of Julian; sister, Dennie Ann Blankenship of Gretna, VA; daughter-in-law, Carlene Emerson of Asheboro;
twenty grandchildren, and thirty-nine great grandchildren.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2012, Greensboro, Guilford Co., NC, Obituary
Published in News Record on October 8, 2012
Mr. Billy Ray McClintock, 79, passed away on Saturday, October 6,
2012 at his residence.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, October 9 at
McLeansville Baptist Church. Interment will follow at Lakeview Memorial Park.
Bill was born on November 8, 1932 in Randolph County to the late
Otis and Martha Teague McClintock. He was a veteran of the United States Navy
and retired from Sears, where he worked as a router in the Traffic Department
of the Catalog Department. As a young boy he developed a love for hunting quail
which continued throughout his life. He was an avid checker player and was a
member of the NC Checker Federation. He played checkers in several states in
national and international tournaments. Bill was a dedicated Christian man. He
attended Piedmont Bible College and graduated from Greensboro Bible Institute,
and taught Sunday school for over 50 years. Along with his wife, he did
volunteer work at Evergreens and Ashton Place. He was a wonderful husband,
father and grandfather, who was always willing to help
and encourage others.
He was preceded in death by his son, Calvin McClintock and sister,
Jo Anne Reeves.
Left behind to cherish his memory are his loving wife of 58 years,
Frances Casstevens McClintock; son, Jeff McClintock; sister, Nell
Blankenship; and
granddaughter, Sarah Ann McClintock.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2012, Greensboro, Guilford Co., NC, Obituary
Greensboro News & Record (NC) - October 8, 2012
Mr. Billy Ray McClintock, 79, passed away on Saturday, October 6,
2012 at his residence.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, October 9 at
McLeansville Baptist Church. Interment will follow at Lakeview Memorial Park.
Bill was born on November 8, 1932 in Randolph County to the late
Otis and Martha Teague McClintock. He was a veteran of the United States Navy
and retired from Sears, where he worked as a router in the Traffic Department
of the Catalog Department. As a young boy he developed a love for hunting quail
which continued throughout his life. He was an avid checker player and was a
member of the NC Checker Federation. He played checkers in several states in
national and international tournaments. Bill was a dedicated Christian man. He
attended Piedmont Bible College and graduated from Greensboro Bible Institute,
and taught Sunday school for over 50 years. Along with his wife, he did
volunteer work at Evergreens and Ashton Place. He was a wonderful husband,
father and grandfather, who was always willing to help
and encourage others.
He was preceded in death by his son, Calvin McClintock and sister,
Jo Anne Reeves.
Left behind to cherish his memory are his loving wife of 58 years,
Frances Casstevens McClintock; son, Jeff McClintock; sister, Nell
Blankenship; and
granddaughter, Sarah Ann McClintock.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2012, Greensboro, Guilford Co., NC, Obituary
Published in News Record on October 20, 2012
Mr. Benjamin N. Blankenship, 79, passed away on Wednesday, October 17, 2012 at Beacon Place.
A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. on Sunday, October 21,
2012 at Forbis & Dick Chapel in Guilford College. Friends may visit with
the family following the service.
Ben was born on October 11, 1933 in West Virginia to the late John and Mattie Blankenship. He was a veteran of the United States Air
Force and Naval Reserves. Ben was retired from a long career with the United
States Postal Service. Ben enjoyed spending time with his family, especially
his grandchildren. He was a lifelong fisherman and an avid golfer.
He is survived by his wife
Nell McClintock Blankenship; daughter
Sherry Blankenship; daughter
Laurie Campbell and son-in-law Todd Campbell; daughter-in-law Anne Southard Blankenship; grandchildren
Reed and Collette Campbell; June and Jamie Lee Blankenship.
He is predeceased by his son
Benjie Blankenship; two sisters and six brothers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2012, Greensboro, Guilford Co., NC, Obituary
Published in News Record on December 15, 2012
Sharon Compton Sandlin, 69, died at Wesley Long Hospital on
December 13, 2012. Sharon was born in Burlington, Iowa on July 26, 1943 to
Frank and Naomi McGrue Johnson.
Sharon's funeral service will be Sunday December 16, at 2 p.m. at
Lambeth-Troxler Funeral Chapel with her interment to follow at Mt. Pleasant
United Methodist Church, 5120 Burlington Road in Greensboro. Reverend Tom Raven
will be officiating.
Sharon was preceded in death by her parents and her son, Richard
Sells.
She is survived by her loving husband, Jerry; her 14 children, Deena Owens, Joe Sells, Shawn
Scott Sells, Sherry Blankenship, Norman Phillips, Jamey Compton, Jolean
Compton, Travis Compton, Ty Compton, Julie Girardin, Chris Sandlin, Scott
Sandlin, Jennifer Sandlin Smith, John Sandlin; and there are way to many
grandchildren and great grandchildren to count who loved Sharon with all their
heart.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Greensboro, Guilford Co., NC, Obituary
Published in News Record on May 16, 2013
Jerry Van Sandlin, 72, died peacefully surrounded by loved ones.
Jerry was born on June 9, 1940 to John William and Ada Belle Marshall Sandlin
in Greensboro, NC.
Jerry's funeral service will be Saturday, May 18, 2013 at 11 a.m.
at Lambeth-Troxler Funeral Chapel with his interment to follow at Mt. Pleasant
United Methodist Church, 5120 Burlington Road in Greensboro. The Reverend Tom
Raven will be officiating.
Jerry was preceded in death by his parents; and his beloved wife,
Sharon, who passed away in December 2012 and a brother, Joe.
He is survived by his 12 children,
Julie Girardin, Scott Sandlin, Jennifer Sandlin Smith, Chris Sandlin, John
Sandlin, Deena Owens, Joe Sells, Shawn Scott Sells, Sherry Blankenship, Norman Phillips, Jamey Compton, Jolean
Compton; 3 sisters, Jane Sutton, Sandra Hutchins, Mary Brown and there are way
to many grandchildren and great grandchildren to count who loved Jerry with all
their heart.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Greensboro, Guilford Co., NC, Obituary
The Register-Herald, (Beckley, WV) - July 20, 2013
Robert Lee (Bob) Blankenship, 79, born and raised in Wyoming County, passed away July 15, 2013,
in Clemmons, [Forsyth Co.], NC. Born November 11, 1933, he was the
son of Preacher Morgan and Cordia Adkins Blankenship. He honorably served in the U.S. Army as a medic and worked many
years as an insulator. He was a longtime resident of Greensboro, NC.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a daughter, Euglanwa, and five brothers, Eugene, Coy, Roy, Dennis and Morris.
He is survived by two daughters,
Robin White of Winston-Salem, N.C., and Teresa Kimbrough of East Bend, N.C.; a son, David
Blankenship of Gainsville,
Fla.; two sisters, Letha Allen of Ravencliff and Pauletta Shrewsbury
of Mocksville, N.C.; three brothers,
James and Theodore Blankenship
of Pineville and Elden Blankenship of
Brenton. He is also survived by nine grandchildren, fourteen
great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. He will be dearly missed.
A memorial service will be 2 p.m. Sunday, July 21, 2013, in the
Calfee Funeral Home Chapel, [Pineville , Wyoming Co., WV], with the Rev. Ronald Adkins officiating.
Friends may gather with the family from 1 p.m. until the time of service
Sunday, at the funeral home.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Greensboro, Guilford
Co., NC, Obituary
Published in The
Leader-Union from October 1 to October 9, 2013
Lavon Lucille Myers, 93, of Greensboro,
N.C., formerly of the Vandalia area, was peacefully taken home to be with her
Lord on Friday, the 27th of September, 2013.
Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on
Saturday at Miller Funeral Home in Vandalia. Burial will be in Fairlawn
Cemetery in Vandalia.
Mrs. Myers was born on Jan. 31, 1920, the
daughter of Lawrence and Ina Blankenship Reising. She married
Cecil J. Myers on Feb. 23, 1940, and they lived most of their 66 years together
in the Pana and Decatur areas.
She graduated from Centralia Business
College and worked at Webster's Heating, Plumbing and Electric Co. She was a
homemaker and a partner with her husband in farming, and she also worked in
banking for 20 years. She loved having people over for Sunday dinner and
entertaining friends. She had a natural green thumb when it came to flower beds
and gardening. She was a member of Calvary Baptist Church in Decatur and
attended Rankin Baptist Church while living in Greensboro, N.C.
She is survived by her children, Connie
and her husband Loy Newby of Greensboro, N.C., Brenda and her husband Rolland
Shippy of Canyon, Texas, and Jim Myers and his wife Connie of Fuquay, N.C.;
grandchildren, Dann Newfont and his wife Kathy of Barnardsville, N.C., Darek
Newby and his wife Patty of Arlington, Va., Christie Shippy of Canyon, Texas,
Leslie and her husband Chad Schroder of Oklahoma City, Okla., Alicia and her
husband Mat Bradley of Canyon, Texas, Stacy and her husband Jamie Robinson of
Apex, N.C., and Jason Myers and his wife Crystal of St. Louis, Mo.;
great-grandkids, Sam and Ben Newby, Destin and Mariah Newfont, Anthony and
Ashley Ramos, Aaron, Seth and Audrey Hughes, Kagan and Kash Bradley, A. J. and
Matthew Robinson, Elijah, Emily and Lela Myers, and Cade and Abby Schroeder;
sister, Bettye Kelley; and many nieces and nephews.
Preceding her in death were her parents,
husband and a sister, Beulah Grigg.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, High Point, Guilford Co., NC, Obituary
http://www.cumbyfuneral.com/obituaries/Ronnie-Blankenship/#!/Obituary
Reverend Ronnie Lee
Blankenship, 62, died Tuesday,
August 6, 2013. Born October 5, 1950
in Pike County, KY, Ronnie worked for many years in the coal mines of WV before
moving to this area several years ago. He attended the Church of God in
Thomasville. Ronnie enjoyed spending time in his garden and will be remembered
as a loving father and grandfather.
In 1983, Ronnie married Josephine Cline, who survives of the home.
He is predeceased by mother,
Mildred Blankenship, brother,
Kenny Blankenship, and sister,
Gertrude Blankenship.
In addition to his wife, Ronnie is survived by father, Reyford
Blankenship; daughters, Jackie
Ulven & husband Marcus of Cleveland, NC, Mary Dubuc & husband Matt of
Tarpon Springs, FL, Angela Jones & husband Mark of Cleveland, NC; step
daughters, Rhonda Hatfield & husband Russell of Summersville, WV, Donna
Payne & husband Larry of Bristol, VA, Sonnia Johnson & husband Roy of
Trinity, and Condia Morgan & husband Vincent of Trinity; 4 sisters; 4
brothers; 12 grandchildren; 14 great grandchildren.
The family will receive friends Friday, August 9, 2013 from 6 – 8
pm at Cumby Family Funeral Service, Archdale. A funeral service will be held Saturday,
August 10, 2013 at Mounts Funeral Home, Gilbert, WV. Burial will follow at
Justice Cemetery, Gilbert, WV.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, High Point,
Guilford Co., NC, Obituary
http://www.cumbyfuneral.com/obituaries/Mastin-DavidBlankenship-101256/#!/Obituary
Mr. Mastin David Blankenship, 48, of 117 Henderson Street, High Point, died May 12, 2003. Mr.
Blankenship was born January 19, 1955 in Iaeger, West Virginia to Mastin and Pansy Short
Blankenship.
He had lived in High Point most of his life and had been employed
by Marsh-Armfield, Incorporated. Mr. Blankenship had attended Cloverdale
Baptist Church.
Surviving are his parents of High Point, three sisters, Shirley Thornsbury, Mary Wanda
Hiatt and Kathy Spivey, all of High Point, and two
brothers, Little Joe England of Lexington and Larry Gene England of Sophia.
Mr. Blankenship was preceded in death by a brother, Roger Lee
Blankenship.
The Funeral will be at 2:00 P.M. Thursday at Padsfork Freewill
Baptist Church in Hanover, West Virginia by Reverend Ralph Pruitt and Reverend
Earl Brewer. Interment will be in Short-Breeding Cemetery.
2013, Summerfield, Guilford Co., NC, Obituary
Published in News Record on January 23, 2013
Christine Moore Hilton, 81, of 312 Glencoe Church Loop, went home
to be with the Lord Tuesday, January 22, 2013 at the Hospice Home of [Wentworth] Rockingham County.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, January 24, 2013
at Glencoe United Methodist Church with Rev. Donald Haynes officiating. The
burial will follow in the church cemetery.
Mrs. Hilton was born in Rockingham County to the late, Glody
William and Ruby Hudson Moore. She retired from AT&T after 35 years of
service. She was a lifetime and faithful member of Glencoe United Methodist
Church and served as a Sunday school teacher for several years. She was a
loving wife, mother, grandmother and friend.
Along with her parents, she was also preceded in death by her
brother, Tommy J. Moore.
She is survived by her husband of 59 years, Walter H. Hilton of the
home; her son, Phillip Hilton and wife, Sherrill of Summerfield; grandchildren, Zachary Hilton of
Summerfield and Rebecca
Blankenship and husband, James of
Raleigh, NC; brother, G.W. Moore of Stokesdale; sister, Lula Mae Roberts and
husband, Ed of Summerfield; sister-in-law, Marilyn Moore of Summerfield and
numerous nieces and nephews.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Harnett
2013, Buies Creek, Harnett Co., NC, Obituary
The Rockdale Citizen, (Conyers, GA) - April 9, 2013
Deceased Name:
Mattie Slaughter
Mattie Mae Slaughter, age 98, of Buies Creek, North Carolina,
formerly of Conyers, Georgia, died April 5, 2013. She was born in Lithonia,
Georgia on September 1, 1914, to the late John and Ella Smith.
Mattie Mae spent her life as a homemaker, and enjoyed cooking,
baking cakes, sewing, tending flowers, and listening to Southern Gospel music.
She was a loving mother and grandmother. She was a member of Pleasant Hill Baptist
Church, Conyers, since youth.
She was preceded in death by husband, Robert Bob Slaughter; infant
daughter; infant son; son-in-law, Jimmy Blankenship; sister, Montene Miers and brother, Ralph
Smith.
Surviving are two daughters, Vaniece S. Johnson and husband, J. D.
of Buies Creek, NC, Gloria S. Blankenship of
Conyers; four grandchildren, Lisa Potts and husband, Charles, Tami Hull and
husband, Eddie, Todd Johnson and wife, Cindie, Tara Trotter and husband, Dean;
five great grandchildren, Megan Potts, Kevin Hull and wife, Kristin, Luke
Johnson, Ashlee Trotter, Taylor Trotter and Stacey Trotter.
A graveside service will be held 11 oclock, Wednesday, April 10, at
Sodom Cemetery in Conyers, with Rev. John Link officiating. Flowers are
accepted or donations may be made to Pleasant Hill Baptist Church, Conyers.
Family will receive friends 6-8 Tuesday at Henry Funeral Home, Lithonia
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
SSDI: Blankenship, Jimmy, 69, 14Jun1935 -
16Nov2004, Conyers, Rockdale, GA, GA-255-48-9956
2011, Mamers, Harnett Co., NC, Funeral
Greensboro News & Record (NC) - January 21, 2011
Marie Knight "McCauley" Blankenship, 77, died Wednesday, January 19, 2011. Funeral
services will be conducted 2 p.m. Saturday, at the Smith Funeral Home Chapel in
Broadway. Private burial will follow at a later date at Lee Memory Gardens.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Harnett Co., NC, SSDI
Blankenship, Marie V. 77, 29Aug1933 - 19Jan2011, Mamers, Harnett, NC, NC-240-48-0897,
Haywood
+2011, Canton, Haywood Co., NC, Obituary
Published in the Asheville Citizen-Times on
December 22, 2011
Sharon Haley Blankenship, age 62 [1949], went home to be with her heavenly Father, on Wednesday,
December 21, 2011, at her residence. A native and lifelong resident of Haywood
County, she was a daughter of Oberia Raines Haley of Canton and the late Ray
McDonald Haley.
Sharon was a 1968 graduate of Pisgah High School and St. Genevieve
of the Pines. She worked for the Haywood County School System, from which she
retired in 2008, with 32 years of service. Sharon enjoyed spending time with
her family and her grandchildren. She was also a member of West Canton Baptist
Church.
In addition to her mother, she is survived by her former husband, Billy W. Blankenship of Maggie Valley; one daughter, Keeta
Blankenship and her friend,
Amy Dill, of Candler; two sons, Andy Blankenship and his wife, Amy, of Adylett, North
Carolina, and Ryan Blankenship and his wife, Heather, of Canton; one
brother, Denny Haley and his wife, Darlene, of Canton; and two granddaughters, Hailey Rae and Maggie
Ann Blankenship.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, December 23,
2011 at West Canton Baptist Church with the Reverend George Holley officiating.
The family will receive friends immediately following the service at the
church.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Henderson
2010, Hendersonville, Henderson Co., NC, Death
Published:
2010-06-23
Dorothy Freda Blankenship, 77, of Hendersonville, died Tuesday, June 22, 2010 at Pardee
Hospital.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2011, Hendersonville, Henderson Co., NC, Obituary
http://obitsforlife.com/obituary/347886/Hill-Roberta.php
Roberta Elaine Wildman Hill, beloved and devoted wife, mother,
grandmother, and aunt, passed from this earthy realm on May 28, 2011, in
Hendersonville, North Carolina. Mrs. Hill was born in Morgantown, West
Virginia, on May 16, 1928, youngest daughter of the late Cassius Lee Wildman
and Delia Lesselle Barker Wildman.
She graduated from Morgantown High School in 1946, and earned
Bachelor degrees from West Virginia University (double majors in English and
Sociology) and a Master’s degree in Education. At WVU, she was a member of Pi
Beta Phi Sorority, served as an assistant to the Dean of Women, and
participated in several campus organizations. She was a soloist for many groups
on campus and performed with her church choir. Her WVU years instilled in her a
lifelong loyalty to the Mountaineers, and particularly university athletics.
Upon graduation she moved to Winchester, where she taught English
at John Handley High School. Subsequently, she met and married Dr. Douglass O.
Hill, who practiced Internal and Pulmonary Medicine in Winchester from 1951
until retiring in 1993. Her support for her husband and community was expressed
in many ways. Mrs. Hill served on the Winchester Memorial Hospital Auxiliary
for over 30 years, and was co-chairperson for recruiting and coordinating the
original volunteers at the hospital gift shop. She was a cart volunteer, served
on committees for Pencil Day, and assisted with the annual Hospital Follies.
Mrs. Hill was a former member and officer of the Northwestern
Workshop (now NW Works, Inc.) for which she organized a fundraiser for its
first building, the Women’s Civic League, and the Hawthorne Garden Club. Along
with her husband, she was a member of the Winchester Historical Society,
Shenandoah Region Antique Automobile Club of America, and the Braddock Street
United Methodist Church (where she was a participant in the Mary Martha
Circle). She also helped for many years with the Queen’s Court of the annual
Shenandoah Valley Apple Blossom Festival. Dr. and Mrs. Hill were both
supporters of the Museum of the Shenandoah Valley/Glen Burnie and Belle Grove
Plantation (where she served as a docent), and were early members of the
Kernstown Battlefield Association. It was family, though, that stood at the
center of Mrs. Hill's life. She constantly strove to seek the best for all, and
to encourage all to put forward the best of themselves.
Mrs. Hill was preceded in death last August by her dearly loved
husband of 58 years. She was also predeceased by her brother, Harold Glenn
Wildman (of Morgantown, WV), and her two sisters,
Irene Grace Blankenship
(Phoenix, AZ), and Dorothy Eloise Duffield (Uniontown, PA).
She is survived by her three sons and their families, Douglass O.
Hill, Jr. and Pamela M. Hill, and their children Bethany E. Hill and Jonathan
D. Hill (Raleigh, NC); Geoffrey L. Hill and Anne M. Hill, and their children
Louisa A. Hill and Virginia L. Hill (Athens, GA); and Mark R. Hill and Kimberly
C. Hill, and their children Alexander D. Hill and Katherine A. Hill (Asheville,
NC); and by her nieces Linda W. Croff, Rev. Jane Duffield, and the Hon. Nancy
D. Vernon.
A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, June 4, 2011, at 3:00 PM
at the Braddock Street United Methodist Church in Winchester, Virginia. The
Rev. Dr. James Hewitt will officiate. A private Committal Service at Shenandoah
Memorial Park will precede the Memorial Service. Pallbearers will include Dr.
Richard Catlett III, Brian Hester, Vernon Joyner, Howard Lewis, and Robert
Pierce.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2010, Fletcher, Henderson Co., NC, Obituary
The Daily Dispatch, (Henderson, NC) - March 4, 2010
Clyde Walter Pittillo, 63, of Lower Christ School Road in Fletcher,
died Monday, March 1, 2010, at the Charles Georgeva Medical Center in Asheville. A native of Fletcher, he was
a son of the late Earl and Susanna Pittillo.
He was also precede din death by one brother,
David; one brother-in-law, Ned Ray and one stepdaughter, Karen Harris. He was
employed at Ball Brothers for 33 years and served in the U.S. Army in Vietnam.
Clyde was a gifted bluegrass musician and touched a lot of lives with his
music. He was a member of Fletcher First Baptist Church.
Clyde is survived by his wife of 42 years, Loretta Pittillo; one
son, Randy Pittillo; one step-son, Bruce Blankenship; one brother, George Pittillo and his
wife, Pauline; three sisters, Martha Jane Pittillo, Juanita Hall and her
husband, Brian, and Sarah Ray and her husband, Bennie, as well as several
nieces and nephews.
A funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Friday in the chapel of
Groce Funeral Home at Lake Julian with the Revs. Terry House
and Roland Whitaker officiating. Interment will follow in Bethany United
Methodist Church cemetery.
[SSDI, 07Jul1946 - 01Mar2010]
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2011, Henderson, Henderson Co., NC, Death
http://www.tributes.com/show/Sharon-S.-Blankenship-90462987
Sharon S. Blankenship was born on January 13, 1964 and passed away on Saturday, January
1, 2011. Sharon was a resident of Henderson, North Carolina at the time of her
passing.
She is survived by her husband
Dean.
No service is currently planned.
+2013, Hendersonville,
Henderson Co., NC, Obituary
Published in the Asheville Citizen-Times on August 20, 2013
Dois Dan Bumgarner, 86, of
Hendersonville, died Saturday, August 17, 2013 at Universal Health Care of Fletcher
following a long period of declining health. He was the son of the late Jesse
and Dailie Bumgarner and was also preceded in death by two brothers, Morris and
Ted.
Dan was the owner and operator of
Hendersonville Door Company before retiring in 1999. He was a man of strong
Christian faith and lived his life according to Matthew 25:35-36.
He is survived by his wife, Carol; step children,
Lynda Allcock and John White; a sister, Thelma Blankenship of
Hendersonville; a brother, Robert (Bob) Bumgarner of Dallas, Texas; and by
nieces, nephews, and several cousins.
No services are planned at this time.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Hendersonville,
Henderson Co., NC, Obituary
Published in the Asheville Citizen-Times on Dec.
8, 2013
Marlene Joyce Perry, 78, of Hendersonville, NC, passed away Monday,
November 18, 2013 after a serious head trauma sustained in an automobile
accident on November 10th.
She and her long-time partner, Browne Hollowell, had previously
lived in Asheville, NC, for over twenty years, and moved to Hendersonville in
May of 2013. One reason for moving was the beginning of their dedication to MCC
Sacred Journey. Marlene became a beloved member where her "can do"
attitude and welcoming smile motivated and charmed those around her. This
newfound spiritual family gave her much joy and peace. She was a dedicated
sponsor and volunteer of Womansong, a women's chorus in Asheville. She was a
long time member of CLOSER until its closing, and volunteered for many years at
Loving Food Resources.
Marlene was born on Martha's Vineyard, MA, July 14, 1935 to the
late Joseph Carlo Perry and Alice Schwemmler Perry. She served in the United
States Marine Corps at Quantico, VA from 1955 to 1958. She established
Marlene's Taxi on the Vineyard. This became a popular business especially with
the ladies, for she would go to the door and escort them down to her taxi, and
would always hop out to open doors. Later she moved to Daytona Beach, FL,where she was an accountant in the firm of Mr. Allan Belus.
In 1991, Marlene and Browne met at the Women's Music and Comedy
Festival in Cleveland, GA. On March 28, 1992, they pledged their commitment to
one another before 54 guests in the Ormond Beach Memorial Garden in FL. Marlene
and Browne enjoyed RV travel across the US. They loved their cruises to Alaska,
Hawaii, the Greek Isles and Turkey, England, Scotland and Wales, Australia and
New Zealand, Mexico, the Caribbean. as well as
Bermuda, the Azores, and parts of Spain and Portugal. They made many friends on
these travels.
Marlene is survived by her partner, Browne Hollowell, nephew Joe
Costa, his wife Karen and their son Drake, her "inherited" daughters
Leigh and Rachel Hollowgrass, granddaughter Clara Starr Hollowgrass, John and
Padi Hollowell, and Peter Hollowell.
She leaves a nephew in law, Robert Mallinson, her niece Carol's
daughters, Debby and Marguerite and their children; her cousins Anne Perry Coleman, Diana Perry, and Buzzy Blankenship, as well as many loving friends and cousins
all over the United States.
A Celebration of Life in honor of Marlene will be held in the
spring of 2014 at MCC Sacred Journey Church in Hendersonville. Date will be
announced.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Henderson Co., NC,
SSDI
Blankenship,
Dorothy F. 77, 15Nov1932 - 22Jun2010, Hendersonville, Henderson, NC, NC-242-44-2205
Blankenship,
Ronald K. 60, 15May1949 - 17Feb2010, Hendersonville, Henderson, NC, NC-242-80-6048
Iredell
2010, Mooresville, Iredell Co., NC, Obituary
The News-Topic, (Lenoir, NC) - August 27, 2010
Clyde Warren Clyde M. Warren, 72, of Mooresville passed away
Wednesday, August 25, 2010 at Hospice and Palliative Care of Iredell County
surrounded by his loving family. He was born Sept. 5, 1937 in Caldwell County
to the late Fred and Lydia
Blankenship Warren.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by brothers,
James and John; and sister, Claudia. Mr. Warren joined Southern Bell in 1956
and retired as district manager of the forecasting department in 1986.
He is survived by his loving sons, Jeffrey, Steve and Brian;
sisters, Lois and Iris; brother, David; and longtime companion Marlene Turner.
Graveside services will be held Friday, August 27, 2010 at 2 p.m.
at Littlejohn United Methodist Church Cemetery conducted by the Rev. Elizabeth
Graves.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2012, Mooresville, Iredell Co., NC, Obituary
Published in Mooresville Tribune on October
31, 2012
Mary Alma Leonard Helms, of Mooresville, passed away peacefully on
Tuesday, Oct. 30, 2012, at Wake Forest Baptist Hospital, Winston-Salem, [Forsyth Co., NC], after an extended illness. She was the
daughter of the late Margaret and Tom Leonard.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her
husband, A. J. Helms; sisters, Thelma Davis, Virginia Dorton, Ruth Rodgers; and
brothers, Bill, Bobby, Mag and John Leonard.
She is survived by her children,
Donna Helms, Jenny Blankenship and companion, Matthew Ilas, Arthur
"Slug" Helms, Marsha Cashion; "adopted" daughter, Paula
Totherow; sister, Genevieve Goodman; brother, Tommy Leonard; grandchildren,
Kristin Doster, Megan Helms, Christopher and Kevin Cashion, and Jay Leonard;
niece sister, Patti Setzer; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, Nov. 2, at
Broad Street United Methodist Church with the Rev. Amy Freeze officiating.
Burial will follow the service at Glenwood Memorial Park.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Mooresville,
Iredell Co., NC, Obituary
Statesville Record & Landmark (NC) - July 29, 2013
Addie Lowe Frye Blankenship, 80, of Kerr St., Mooresville, passed away Saturday, July 27,
2013, at Maple Leaf Health Care, Statesville.
Born Sept. 27, 1932, in Wilkes County, she was a daughter of the late John
Melvin and Bessie Corn Lowe.
Mrs. Blankenship was retired from Cannon Mills. She was a member of
The Truth is in Jesus Ministry.
Mrs. Blankenship was preceded in death by her husband, Roy W. Frye.
She is survived by daughters, Ann Hood, Tamara King and Gale Frye; brothers,
Hugh, Jeff and Dennis Lowe; sisters, Frances Lowe, Dorothy Thompson, Java
Morrow and Cynthia Lowe; grandchildren, George, Charles and Margot King, Travis
Hartsell and Steven Hood; and great-grandchildren, Porsha Troutman, Zachary,
Samantha and Victoria Hartsell, Dakota Hood and Maggie King.
A graveside service will be held at 1 p.m. Tuesday, July 30, at
Glenwood Memorial Park, Mooresville, with the Revs. Terry
Crisco and Stan Martin officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2011, Statesville, Iredell Co., NC, Funeral
The Charlotte Observer, (NC) - June 16, 2011
Lola Ann Blankenship Jarrett, 51, died June 14, 2011. Service 2pm Friday,
visitation 1pm, Poplar Springs Church of God. Chapman Funeral Home in
charge.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2011, Statesville, Iredell Co., NC, Funeral
The Charlotte Observer, (NC) - August 2, 2011
Hildred Millsaps Blankenship, 85, died August 1, 2011. Service 2pm Wednesday,
visitation 7pm Tuesday, Bunch-Johnson Funeral Home.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2011, Statesville, Iredell Co., NC, Obituary
Hildred Millsaps Blankenship, 85, of 328 W. Bingham Street, Statesville, died Monday, August 1,
2011, at her residence. She was born
August 16, 1925, in Cabarrus County, NC, and was the daughter of the late Hoyt
Glenn and Ida Dishman Millsaps. She was a devoted and loving mother and
homemaker. She was graduate of Union Grove High School
and was a member of the Baptist faith.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, William Glenn Blankenship, whom she married on April 20, 1944; a sister, Lois Bollinger; and
a grandchild.
Hildred is survived by three daughters,
Glenda Sowers (Larry), Elaine Frady (L.C.), and Becky Vandiver (Kevin), all of Statesville; a son, Jerry Blankenship (Rita) of Cleveland; thirteen grandchildren,
Wendy Scott, Trent Sowers, Corby Sowers, Jonathan Dillinger, Amy Brown, Chris
Dillinger, Jason Vandiver, Martha Kiser, Meredith Dunning, Ian Blankenship, Edward Blankenship,
Mark Faircloth and Sandra Gregory; and 22 great-grandchildren.
Funeral services celebrating Hildred's life will be held 2:00 PM
Wednesday in the Westmoreland Chapel at Bunch-Johnson Funeral Home with the
Rev. Tom Corbell and the Rev. J.C. Parks officiating. Entombment will follow at
Iredell Memorial Gardens.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2012, Statesville, Iredell Co., NC, Obituary
http://www.lyerlyfuneralhome.com/new_view.php?id=103259
Ester Gaynell Blankenship, April 10, 1933
- October 26, 2012.
Ester Gaynell Blankenship, 79, of
Statesville, passed away on Tuesday, October 23, 2012 at Heritage Plantation of
Salisbury. She was April 10, 1933 the daughter of the late Foy and Ada Sheperd.
Ester was a homemaker and a very devout
Christian lady. She was a member of Seventh Street Baptist church in
Statesville. After moving to Salisbury, she was part of the Mt. Zion Freewill
Baptist Church before her decline in health.
Including her parents she is preceded
death by sons, Sammy Blankenship and Donnie Blankenship.
Those left to cherish her memories are
sisters, Virginia Miller, Joyce Pointer and Sylvia Waugh (Kenny); son, Lonnie Blankenship; daughter,
Bridget Mounts;
granddaughters, Kelly Parker (Darryl), Amanda Mounts, Shania Leviner and
Caressa Mounts; great-grandson, Alec Michael and great granddaughter, Isabella
Parker.
Visitation: There will be a small viewing
Saturday, October 27, 2012 at 12:00 PM for immediate family only. Memorial
service will follow at 1:30PM, Saturday, October 27, 2012 at Mt. Zion Freewill
Baptist Church, 3918 Mullis Road, Kannapolis, NC 28083. Burial will take place
at a later date.
2012, Statesville, Iredell Co., NC, Obituary
Published in Statesville Record & Landmark
on December 3, 2012
Mr. Keiner King Shoemaker, 92, of Statesville, died Saturday, Dec.
1, 2012, at Iredell Memorial Hospital. Born in Iredell County June 6, 1920, he
was a son of the late Vernie K. Shoemaker and Ina McLain Shoemaker.
He served in the U.S. Army during World War II and was a retired
Lineman for the City Of Statesville. He was a member of New Prospect Baptist
Church.
On June 7, 1947, he married the former Virginia Johnson who died
Sept. 4, 2004.
Survivors include a son, Kenny Shoemaker and wife, Bonnie; a daughter, Kathy Blankenship and husband,
James all of Statesville; two brothers, J. V.
Shoemaker, of Union Grove and Albert Shoemaker (Betty), of Harmony; four
sisters, Mae Taylor, Polly Warren, Ruby Moore and Dorothy Dishmond, all of
Statesville; three grandchildren,
Bryan Shoemaker, Sonya Lederer and Corbey Blankenship;
three great-grandchildren, Samantha and Carson Lederer and Grayson Shoemaker;
and his caregiver and special friend, Janie Johnson.
Services celebrating Mr. Shoemaker's life will be conducted at 2
p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 4, at Westmoreland Chapel of Bunch-Johnson Funeral Home with
the Revs. James McLain and Otis Johnson, Jr. officiating.
Burial will follow in the New Prospect Baptist Church Cemetery with full
military rites presented by the Harmony American Legion.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Statesville, Iredell Co., NC, Obituary
Statesville Record & Landmark (NC) - March 13, 2013
Michael Wayne Keatley, 50, went home to be with his Lord and Savor
Saturday, March 9, 2013. His death was unexpected.
Michael was preceded in death by his father, Donald Keatley; and
brother, Donnie Keatley.
Michael is survived by his mother,
Antonia Blankenship; and stepmother, Sharon Keatley. He is
also survived by three children, Becca Keatley Lean, Michael Edward Keatley and
Heather Nicole Keatley. Michael also has four surviving sisters; and three
brothers.
A memorial service to celebrate Michael's life will be held at
Bright Light Baptist Church, 478 Trinity Rd., Statesville, Thursday, March 14,
at 5:30 p.m. with Keith Bowman officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Statesville, Iredell Co., NC, Obituary
Published in Statesville Record & Landmark
on July 27, 2013
Nancy Jane Hager Blankenship, 70, of Statesville, passed away peacefully Thursday, July 25,
2013, at home after a courageous battle with cancer.
She is survived by her husband
of 45 years, Arthur; children,
Cindy Robinson (Dale) and David Blankenship (Eddie Wesson); grandchildren, Brandon and
Bailey Robinson; siblings, Jerry (Jenny) Hager, Frances (LA) Parks, Richard
Hager, Mike (Eliza) Hager and Dennis Hager; eight nieces and nephews; and a
host of great-nieces and nephews.
Nancy was the owner of Nancy's Frame Shop. She lived in the service
to others through volunteering at Yoke Fellow and Fifth Creek Presbyterian
Church, Nancy was very active enjoying activities like bowling, biking and
camping.
A service will be held at Fifth Creek Presbyterian Church Sunday,
July 28, at 2 p.m. with visitation following.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Leland Arthur Blankenship
+2013, Statesville, Iredell Co., NC, Obituary
Statesville Record & Landmark (NC) - August 30, 2013
Joyce Ann Shepherd Pointer, 67, of 402 Gray St., Statesville,
passed away at home, unexpectedly, Wednesday, Aug. 28, 2013. She was born Jan.
3, 1946, in Iredell County, to the late Foy Samuel Shepherd and Ada Estelle
Ballard Shepherd. She was a homemaker and disabled. She was also affiliated
with Seventh Street Baptist Church.
In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her
husband, Reggie Pointer; an infant daughter; and a sister, Gaynell
Blankenship.
She is survived by two sisters, Virginia Miller, of Statesville and
Sylvia Waugh and husband, Kenny, of Stony Point; three nieces, Debbie Myers and
husband, J. C., of Statesville, Bridget Mounts, of Concord and Sheila Crawford
and husband, Charlie, of Statesville; two nephews,
Lonnie Blankenship , of Salisbury and David Waugh, of Stony
Point; and numerous great-nieces and great-nephews.
Funeral services will be conducted at 4 p.m., Sunday, Sept. 1, at
Marvin United Methodist Church. The Revs. Naomi King
and Gene McDaniels will officiate and burial will follow, in the church
cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Statesville, Iredell Co., NC, Obituary
Statesville Record & Landmark (NC) - February 20, 2014
Ms. Virgie "Jody" Blankenship Lambert, 67, of Statesville, passed away Tuesday,
Feb. 18, 2014, at her residence. She was born Jan. 10, 1947 in Buckhannon
County, W.Va., to the late Bransom and Mary Mullins Blankenship.
She is survived by her daughter, Teresa Moore and husband, Craig,
of Statesville; son, Roger Lee Lambert; brother,
Rev. Frank Blankenship and wife, Lori; sisters, Theresa Dotson and husband, James, Arbutis Rose and
husband, Gary and Teela
Blankenship ;and grandson,
Craig Moore Jr.
There will be a memorial service at 7 p.m. at Edgewood Baptist
Church in Mocksville, conducted by
the Rev. Frank Blankenship.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2010, Troutman, Iredell
Co., NC, Obituary
Statesville
Record & Landmark , from January 25 to January 27, 2010,
Karen Mary Wall Bowser, 56, of Troutman, passed away Saturday, Jan.
23, 2010, at Iredell Memorial Hospital. She was born Oct. 13, 1953, in Surry
County, to the late Herbert James and Dorothy Mae Dowell Wall. Karen was the
loving, caring and devoted wife of William Lee Bowser for 28 years. She was a
member of First United Methodist Church of Troutman, where she was active in
serving the youth. She also served on the Town of Troutman Planning and Zoning
Board. Karen was a graduate of South Iredell High School and held a Business
Administration degree from Mitchell Community College. She was a former manager
at Family Dollar Stores, Wendy's and Mom & Pop's Restaurants, and was
affiliated as a real estate broker with Century 21, ERA Real Estate and Allen
Tate Realtors. Karen was the owner/broker of Bowser Associates Real Estate.
In addition to her husband, she is survived by two sons, John
Holman and wife, Monica, and Will Bowser; three sisters, Donna Dillard, Debbie
Mills and Lori Blankenship; and two grandchildren, Katheryn Gourley
and Tyson Holman. Karen was preceded in death by her sister, Suzy Levan.
A memorial service will be held at 1:30 p.m. Thursday at First
United Methodist Church of Troutman with the Rev. Jack Wallace officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2012, Troutman, Iredell Co., NC, Obituary
Williamson Daily News (WV) - May 16, 2012
Michael Eugene Newsome, 50, of Troutman, N.C., formerly of Newtown,
went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, May 12, 2012. He was born on August
23, 1961, in Logan, the late Leonard and Juanita Sheppard Newsome of Newtown,
who survives him.
In addition to his father, Michael is preceded in death by two
special cousins, Ricky and Randy Sheppard of Richlands, Va.; and also many
aunts and uncles. In addition to being a loving father, husband, brother,
grandfather and son, he was of the Pentecostal faith, having attended Troutman
Church of God of Troutman.
Those left to cherish his memories include his loving wife of 26
years, Patsy Newsome of Troutman; son, Michael (fiancée Pahua Yang) Newsome Jr.
of Troutman; daughters, April and Samantha Newsome of Troutman; brothers, Jesse
(Becky) Newsome of Omar, Scotty (Judy) Newsome, "Bo" James
(Charlotte) Newsome, Mark (Leona) Newsome, Johnny Newsome all of Newtown, and
Enoch (Sherry) Newsome of Williamson; sisters
Lenita (Paul) Pigman and Lassie Prater both of Rawl, Opal (Greg) Stewart of
Matewan, Charlene (Mitch)
Blankenship of St. Albans; and
special grandbaby, Joslyn Newsome of Troutman. Michael is also survived by
aunts, Pauline Sheppard of Richlands, and Betty Hall of Trace Creek; uncle,
George R. Newsome; brother-in-law, John Hammond; two special cousins, Vicky
Boyd and Eric Staton, both of Hendersonville, Tenn.; and a host of nieces,
nephews, family members, and friends.
Honoring services will be conducted
Thursday, May 17, at 1 p.m. at the Fundamental Christian Church of Varney, with
Pastor Doyle Blankenship of Chilhowie, Va., officiating. Burial
will follow at the Ooten Cemetery of Duncan Fork, with family and friends
serving as pallbearers. Johnny Newsome and Jimmy Mangrum will serve as Honorary pallbearers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Troutman, Iredell Co., NC, Obituary
The Daily Advance, (Elizabeth City, NC) - November 28, 2013
Tamara Elizabeth Sheppard, 48, of Troutman, passed away on Monday,
Nov., 25, 2013, at Carolina Medical Center, in Charlotte [Mecklenburg Co., NC]. She was born in Newport News, Va., to
Issac and Mary Greene on Oct. 26, 1965.
She worked at Wal-Mart in the Receiving Department for fifteen
years. When she attended church, it was Troutman Church of God. During her time
not working, she enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren. She will be
remembered for her compassion for people, always thinking of others, her smile,
and love for the Lord.
She is survived by her husband, Michael; and her two daughters,
Cassie Sheppard and Heather (Jeremy) Summerford; four grandchildren, Skyler Sheppard, Nicholas Blankenship
, Jakob Sheppard, and Lucas Summerford; and her brother, Tim Greene of New
York.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, Nov. 30,
at Troutman Church of God at 2 p.m. Interment will be in Iredell Memorial Park.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+Union Grove, Iredell Co., NC, Obituary
Statesville Record & Landmark (NC) - June 26, 2013
Mr. Franklin Ray White, 80, of Union Grove, died Monday, June 24,
2013, at Davis Regional Medical Center [Statesville, Iredell Co., NC]. He was born in Iredell County May 5,
1933, and was a son of the late Thomas Gaston White and Pheba Blankenship. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy and was
a retired logger. He enjoyed fishing, gardening and any outdoor activities.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife,
the former Betty Stevenson White, who died June 20, 2007; two brothers, Carmie
and Tom White; a sister, Pauline White;and a
grandchild, Rae Jean White.
Survivors include three sons, Don White, of Union Grove, Mike White
and wife, Lisa, of Statesville and Frank White and wife, Robin, of Statesville;
and a daughter, Sue Williams and husband, Bryan, of Union Grove. Also surviving
are a brother, James Oatha White and a sister, Lillian Redmond both, of Union
Grove; grandchildren, Bradley Williams (Sara), Ashley Ponczka, Ivan Eastman
(April), Lisa Flowers, Jonathan and Sarah Hamby; and great-grandchildren,
Jason, Makenzie, Casey, David, Natalie, Makayla, Trey, Logan, Kianna and
Madalyn.
The family will receive friends from 5 to 7 p.m. Saturday, June 29,
at Reavis Funeral Home of Harmony. No other services are scheduled.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
1940 Census, Union Grove, Union Grove
Twp., Iredell Co., NC,
White, Gaston 50, M, NC, Head,
White, Phebe 44, F, NC, Wife,
White, Carmie 17, M, NC, Son,
White, Lillian 15, F, NC, Dau,
White, Pauline 13, F, NC, Dau,
White, J. T. 10, M, NC, Son,
White, Oather 08, M, NC, Son,
White Ray 05,
M, NC, Son,
https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/KW71-1K3
Jackson
+2014, Cullowhee, Jackson Co., NC, Obituary
The Sylva Herald & Ruralite, (NC) Date: September 3, 2014
Joseph "Joe" Yarnall Bassett Jr., 86, a native of
Asheville and former resident of Cullowhee, passed away after a brief illness
on July 30, 2014, at Tucson Medical Center Hospice in Tucson, [Pima Co.], Ariz. His last days were spent surrounded by family and
friends.
Joe was a veteran of World War II and the Korean War. He was an
alumnus of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill where he received a
PhD in Chemistry. Joe retired from Western Carolina University in 1991 after 27
years of teaching. He was a longtime member of the Lions Club and Cullowhee
United Methodist Church. In Tucson, he attended Catalina United Methodist
Church. He was known for his kindness and generosity and was loved by many.
Survivors include his wife of 14 years, Elizabeth Shipp Bassett of
Tucson; daughters Mary Zink (Christopher) of Salisbury, N.C. and Christine
Bassett-Bancroft (Perry) of Cleveland, Tenn.; grandchildren, Joseph Christopher
Bassett Sr. (Beth) of Greenville, N.C. and Katherine Zink of Salisbury;
great-grandchildren, Joseph Christopher Jr., Juliet, Izabel and Mathilda of
Greenville; sister Mary Davis of Tucson; stepchildren, Melisa Clayton (Tim) and
Jim Shipp (Teri) of Tucson; and numerous step-grandchildren and
step-great-grandchildren in Arizona, Georgia and Virginia.
He was preceded in death by his wife of 46 years, Lucretia
Blankenship Bassett; mother,
Mathilda Moore Bassett Robinson; father, Joseph Yarnall Bassett, Sr.; and
stepfather, D. Lloyd Robinson.
A memorial service will be held at Cullowhee United Methodist
Church on Sept. 7, 2014, at 2:00 pm. A private service will also be held in
Tucson in October.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Qualla Twp., Jackson
Co., NC, Obituary
The Sylva Herald & Ruralite, (NC) - October 16, 2013
Marion "Buddy" Gass, 78, of the Qualla community, went
home to be with the Lord, Thursday Oct. 10, 2013, at his residence. He was the
son of the late Marshall and Lillian
Blankenship Gass. He was a
member and deacon of Patterson Chapel Baptist Church. He made a lot of friends
during his years of managing a Cherokee craft shop.
He was preceded in death by two brothers, William "Billy"
Gass and Marshall Gass Jr.; one sister Wanda Sue Harris.
He is survived by two daughters; Reba Elders of Whittier and Donna
Cook and husband Bobby of Sylva; one grandchild, Brandon Elders and wife Jill
of Sylva; two lights of his life, his great-grandchildren Brett Elders and Jake
Elders; one sister, Elizabeth "Pan" Bryson of Whittier; and numerous
nieces and nephews.
Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. Sunday at the Whittier Church
of God. Revs. Ned Pressley and Terry Taylor
officiated. Burial was at the Thomas Memorial Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
1940 Census,
Qualla Twp., Jackson Co., NC,
Gass, Marshall 33, M, NC, Head,
Gass, Lilian 31, F, NC, Wife,
Gass, Billy 08, M, NC, Son,
Gass, Elizabeth 06, F, NC, Dau,
Gass, Leroy 05, M, NC, Son,
Gass, Wanda Sue 02, F, NC, Dau,
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2011, Sylva, Jackson Co., NC, Obituary
The Sylva Herald & Ruralite, (NC) - July 21, 2011
Steven Loy Hensley, 62, of West Hall Heights, Sylva, died Friday,
July 22, 2011. Private services will be held at a later date. Born May 22,
1949, in Transylvania County, he was a son of the late Loy and Leona Blankenship
Hensley. He was a U.S. Army
veteran. He enjoyed the outdoors and playing his guitar.
Surviving are one son, Jason Hensley of California; one daughter,
Adrinne O'Neill of Tampa, Fla.; two brothers, Kevin Hensley of Sylva and Chris
Hensley of Leland; two sisters, Carol Elaine Hensley of Sylva and Kathy
Sauerbrun of Mocksville; and three grandchildren.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Jackson Co., NC, SSDI
Blankenship, Norma
W. 73, 20Feb1938 - 24May2011, Sylva,
Jackson, NC, NC-243-52-4782
Lincoln
+2011, Denver, Lincoln Co., NC, Obituary
http://www.register-herald.com/obituaries/x564436761/Obituaries-Thursday-June-2-2011
Rosa Opal Blankenship Miller, 85, of Denver, formerly of Kopperston, W.Va., passed away on
Monday May 30, 2011 in Genisis Nursing Home following a long fight with
Alziemers. She was born March 27,
1926 in Big Laurel, W.Va., a daughter of the late Ulysses and Vallie
Blankenship.
Opal attended the Campus Church of God. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Estil Miller and
her brothers and sisters. She was
the last survivor of her immediate family.
Survivors include one son Danny Allan Miller and wife Tammy of
Denver, N.C.; one granddaughter, Jessica Harrelson and husband Shane of Denver,
N.C.; one great granddaughter, Emma Harrelson who she loved dearly; a special
niece, Sherry Bailey and husband Gene; a special nephew, Ray Miller; and a host
of loving family and friends.
Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, June 3, 2011 at
Joseph Baptist Church, Lynco, W.Va., with Rev. William Cook officiating. She
will be laid to rest in Palm Memorial Cemetery, Matheny, W.Va.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Lincolnton, Lincoln Co., NC, Funeral
Published in Gaston Gazette on June 13, 2013
Iris Blankenship Bradley, 82, formerly of Mirror Lake Road, died June 11, 2013. Mrs.
Bradley was born April 27, 1931, in Lincoln County to the late Dennis E. and Bessie Ellis
Blankenship.
Her funeral service will be 3 p.m. Thursday at First Baptist Church
of High Shoals. Burial will be in Forest Lawn Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Macon
+2010, Franklin, Macon Co., NC, Obituary
http://www.thefranklinpress.com/articles/2011/01/05/obituaries/03obit.txt
Lillie Mae Blankenship Paxton, 87, of Franklin, passed away on Friday, December 31, 2010 at
Traces of Tiger in Georgia. A native of Swain County, she was the daughter of
the late Dallas and Mary Ella Stiles Blankenship.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her
husband, Roy "Dude" Paxton, who died in February of 1986; two
brothers and three sisters. Lillie
Mae was a member of Calvary
Baptist Church in Canton.
She is survived by a daughter, Sandra Smathers and her husband,
Noland, of Franklin, NC; sister, Kathleen Sanford of Canton; two
granddaughters, Cynthia Dendy of Clayton, Georgia and Jennifer Smathers of
Otto, NC; and two twin great-grandsons, Aiden and Blaine Dendy of Clayton,
Georgia.
Graveside service was held at noon on Tuesday, January 4, 2011 at
Crawford/Ray Memorial Gardens with the Reverend Dr. Robert Brown officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2010, Otto, Macon
Co., NC, Obituary
http://obitsforlife.com/obituary/246466/Vinson-Ronnie.php
Ronnie Max Vinson, 58, of Otto, passed away February 16, 2010. Born
January 4th, 1952 in Macon Co., he was the son of the late Max Vinson and
Evelyn Stiles Vinson. Ronnie was a board member for the Macon County
Fairgrounds and Farm Service Agency.
He is survived by two sons, Brian Vinson and Brent Vinson both of
Otto; two sisters, Marty Stewart and
Lynn Blankenship both of Candler; two grandchildren, Sam
and Luke Vinson; three nephews and a niece.
Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, February 19, in
the Chapel of Macon Funeral Home. Rev. Davis Hooper will officiate. Burial will
be in the Rush Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Stacey Vinson, Barry Bateman, Sam
Parrish, Tracy Carpenter, Dawsey Carpenter and Bobby Collins. Hilton Cabe and
Ernest Chastain will serve as Honorary Pallbearers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Madison
2011, Mars Hill, Madison Co., NC, Obituary
http://obitsforlife.com/obituary/346927/Briggs-Mildred.php
Mars Hill: Mildred Brigman Briggs, 98 [March 22nd, 1913], of 1572
Paint Fork Rd. passed away Tuesday, May 24, 2011 at Madison Manor Health and
Rehab. She was a lifelong resident of Madison County and a daughter of the late
James and Sarah Blankenship Brigman.
She was also preceded in death by her husband, Frank E. Briggs, son, James
Eugene Briggs, grandson, Ronnie Albert Swilling, great granddaughter, Bridget
Banks, five sisters and six brothers.
Surviving are three daughters; Irene Banks (Vernon) of Burnsville,
Mary Lonon of Asheville and Carolyn Rich (Danny) of Mars Hill, eleven
grandchildren, sixteen great grandchildren and eleven great-great
grandchildren.
The funeral service will be held at 2:00 PM Thursday, May 26, 2011
at Beech Glenn Baptist Church where she was a member. Rev. Stanley Peek will
officiate. Burial will follow in Brigman-McPeters Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2012, Mars Hill, Madison Co., NC, Obituary
Published in the Asheville Citizen-Times on
August 31, 2012
Clyde Wyatt, 91, of Mars Hill, passed away quietly at his home
August 29, 2012 surrounded by family. He was born September 9, 1920 to the late
Alvie and Edith Edmonds Wyatt.
In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by sisters, Kitty Blankenship, Ella Blankenship and Zenobia Whitt, brothers Kenneth and
Ernest Wyatt.
He was a WWII veteran having served in the US Navy Armed Guard
1944-1946. Clyde retired from Sayles Biltmore Bleachery in February 1983 after
35 years of service. One of the greatest joys of his life was Upper Laurel
Baptist Church of which he was the oldest living member. He served as church
Sunday School teacher and Sunday School Director.
He is survived by his wife of 65 years June Fender Wyatt, sons
Terry Wyatt (Louise) of Mars Hill, Gary Wyatt (Yvonne) of Charlotte, daughters
Melaine Willis (James) of Mars Hill, Margaret Jamerson (Everette) of Fletcher,
six grandchildren Alan Wyatt(Kim), Steven Wyatt (Misty), Cassadra Buckner
(Brandon), William Willis (Bonnie) all of Mars Hill, Neil Jamerson (Kelly) of
Nashville, TN, Eric Jamerson of Fletcher, Caswell and Callie Wyatt of
Charlotte, nine great grandchildren and his brothers Lyda of Marshall and Floyd
of Greenwood, SC.
A funeral service will be held at 2:45pm Sunday, September 2, at
Upper Laurel Baptist Church. Revs. Cline Hensley, Jr
and Kevin Boone will officiate. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.
Grandsons, Brandon Buckner and Owen Edwards will serve as pallbearers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2012, Mars Hill, Madison Co., NC, Obituary
Published in the Asheville Citizen-Times on
December 7, 2012
Eula Grindstaff Ingle, 82, went home to be with the Lord, December
4, 2012. She was a lifelong resident of Madison County and the daughter of the
late William Jackson and Cilla English Grindstaff. Mrs. Ingle was retired from
Mars Hill College and enjoyed her cats, flowers, feeding and watching birds.
Prayer was precious to Mrs. Ingle's heart and faith was her source of strength.
She is survived by daughters Monica Arrington and husband Frank of
M.H., Myra Jamerson and husband Warren of Rydal, GA, sisters, Clella Delaney, Irene Blankenship
and husband Boyd all of Asheville, brother, Bill "Vaughn" Grindstaff and
wife Melba of Weaverville, grandchildren, Jessica Chandler and husband Jerry,
Leighann Rachel Arrington and boyfriend Jonathan Shelton all of M.H. and
numerous nieces and nephews.
A funeral service will be held at 1:00pm, Saturday, December 8 at
Robbie Capps Memorial Chapel of Blue Ridge Funeral Service. Rev. Kenneth Parker
will officiate. Burial will follow in the Upper Laurel Baptist Church Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Mars Hill, Madison Co., NC, Obituary
Published in the Asheville Citizen-Times on May
16, 2013
Lucille Ava Hensley McKinney, 86, of 510 Sprinkle Creek Rd. died
Wednesday, May 15, 2013 at her residence. She was the daughter of the late
Jimmy and Annetta Metcalf Hensley and step daughter of the late Burla Ray
Hensley.
Mrs. McKinney is also preceded in death by sisters, Leila Ray,
Ceile Ramsey, and Elise Hensley; brothers Leo, Junior
and Johnny Hensley. She is a member of Little Ivy Baptist Church and was a
former employee of Micro Switch Manufacturing Co.
Surviving are her husband, Clyde McKinney; daughters Ann
Blankenship (Johnny Clyde) and Betty Gail Carroll( Kevin); son Harold McKinney;
sisters, Gladys English and Helen Norwood (Bill); brothers Robert Hensley
(Kathleen) and Charles Hensley. She is also survived by a grandson Jason Ezkiel
McKinney (Jennifer) and two great grandchildren; Tucker and Chastity McKinney.
The funeral service will be held Friday May 17, 2013 at 2:00 pm at
Robbie Capps Memorial Chapel of Blue Ridge Funeral Service. Officiating will be
Rev. Billy Murray and Rev. Rotha Wilson. Burial will follow in Little Ivy
Baptist Church Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Mars Hill, Madison
Co., NC, Obituary
Published in the Asheville Citizen-Times on September 27,
2013
Mafra B. Willis, 90, of 371 Fred
Holcombe Rd., passed away September 25, 2013 at Brian Center Health and
Rehabilitation [Durham, Durham
Co., NC]. Mrs. Willis was the daughter of the late Ben and Ellen Ramsey Blankenship Sr. Mafra was the
manager of 23 Country Store for several years and was a member of California
Creek Baptist Church.
In addition to her parents she was
preceded in death by her husband, Lee Willis; and a daughter, Anita Allen.
Mrs. Willis is survived by a daughter,
Iva Shelton and husband, Gerald, of Kennesaw, GA; son, Steve Willis and wife,
Joyce, of Gastonia, NC; son-in-law, Larry Allen and family; grandchildren,
Kimberly McCraken and husband, Paul, Brad Willis and wife, Jennifer, Joy Doss
and Jason and Ryan Shelton; six great grandchildren and 2 great great
grandchildren.
A funeral service will be held 3:00pm
Saturday, September 28, at Upper Laurel Baptist Church. Revs.
Cline Hensley Jr. and Josh McDevitt will officiate. Burial will follow in the
Upper Laurel Baptist Church Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2010, Marshall, Madison
Co., NC, Obituary
Kathleen Ramsey Blankenship, 94, of Marshall, passed away on Sunday, May 9, 2010. Mrs. Blankenship was born Nov. 5, 1915 in Madison County
where she had lived all of her life. She was a graduate of Walnut High School
and attended LeesMcRae College. She was a member of Red Hill Freewill Baptist
Church and was a dairy and tobacco farmer.
Kathleen was
preceded in death by her parents, James Ernest Ernie and Julia Tipton Ramsey;
husband, Kermit Blankenship; son, Phillip Merrell; daughters, June
Gilliland and Judith Land; grandson, Randy Smith; and sisters, Mary Payne and
Edith Lunsford.
Surviving are her sons, Roger and wife, Linda, of Mascot, Tenn. and
Jim and wife, Betty, of Conroe, Texas; daughter-in-law, Christine Merrell of
Marshall; son-in-law, Doug Land of Milford, N.J.; brother, Cope Ramsey of
Marshall; 14 grandchildren, Creaestia Hall, Cenia McGuire, Ryan Smith, Steve
Land, Rodney Merrell, Melissa Bates, David and Michael Land, Dewitt Blankenship, Robin Merrell, Greg Blankenship, Tracy Hensley, Julie Cooper, Jennifer
Hebert; and 13 greatgrandchildren.
The funeral service will be held at 1 p.m., Thursday in the chapel
of Madison Funeral Home, with the Revs. Roger Boone and Tony
Shelton officiating. Interment will follow in Station Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2011, Marshall, Madison Co., NC, Obituary
http://obitsforlife.com/obituary/396627/Shelton-Viola.php
Viola Carver Shelton, 87, (born April 15, 1924) left this earthly
world surrounded by her loving family to a place of comfort and Heavenly peace
in the presence of God and her Savior on August 20, 2011. Mrs. Shelton was a
native of Madison County and an active member of Arrington Branch Baptist
Church.
She was predeceased by her loving husband, Rev. Edd Shelton and her
beloved children Louise Kehoe and Harold Shelton as well as six brothers
(Herbert, Emerson, Claude, Clarence, Charlie and Glen Carver) and two sisters (Delitha Blankenship and Mary Franklin).
She is survived by her sisters, Lola C. Adams, Derotha Stockton and
Foie Shelton; as well as her children, Lucille Pack (Britton), Harlon Shelton
(Nellie), Joyce Coates (Arvol) and Jean Freeman (Mike) and eight grandchildren
(Kathy Pack-Hill, Brent L. Pack, Eddie Shelton, Harvie Coates, Shae Lynn Byas,
Paul Shelton, Kristi F. Rice, Jake Freeman, twelve great grandchildren and one
great, great granddaughter.
Mrs. Shelton was known as Mamaw by her children, her grandchildren
and great grandchild. She was the family’s “prayer warrior” who would keep all
her grandchildren as they were growing up serving them a good breakfast of
biscuits and gravy and “chocolate” and always beginning the day with prayer,
teaching them to thank God for His blessings and asking His guidance for them
every day. Her life was comforted by the faith by which she lived expressed by the
song “Saved by Jesus Blood”. Her legacy will always be her eternal love of her
family, her many friends and her trust and faith in her Savior Jesus Christ.
Visitation with family will be held Monday, August 22, 2011 from 5
to 7 pm with the funeral service at 7:00 pm at Blue Ridge Funeral Service, 7626
Hwy 213, Mars Hill, NC. Rev. B. P. Boyle will officiate. Burial will be held at
10:00 AM Tuesday, August 23 at Upper Laurel Baptist Church Cemetery with Rev.
Ken Parker Officiating. Grandsons will serve as pallbearers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Madison Co., NC, SSDI
Blankenship,
Kathleen R. 94, 05Nov1915 - 09May2010, Marshall, Madison, NC, NC-239-20-0726
McDowell
2010, Marion, McDowell Co., NC, Obituary
The McDowell
News , January 22 to January 29, 2010,
Emily Lynn Blankenship, age 27, of Marion, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, Jan. 18,
2010 at Memorial Mission Hospital. Emily was born in
Pasco County, Fla. on Aug. 18, 1982 and is a daughter of Jerome Blankenship and Sheri Lynn Stephens Fox. Emily attended New Covenant Community Church. She was a loving daughter,
granddaughter and friend.
Surviving Emily, in addition to her parents, are one
sister, Natalie Swoveland; maternal grandfather, S. Steve
Stephens and wife, Dian; maternal grandmother, Sandra Bath and husband, Bill;
and paternal grandmother, Ella
Blankenship; maternal
great-grandmother, Nancy Scott and husband, Gene Scott.
A funeral service will be held today, Jan. 21, 2010 at 3 p.m. in
Westmoreland Chapel with Rev. Philip Steppe officiating. The family will
receive friends from 2 to 3 p.m., prior to the service, at the funeral home.
Interment will be in McDowell Memorial Park.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2011, Marion, McDowell Co., NC, Obituary
http://www.westmorelandfuneralhome.com/obits/obituary.php?id=107421
Charles Alton Blankenship, age 84, of Marion, passed away Saturday, August 27, 2011 at
Mission Hospital in Asheville. Alton
was born in Rutherford County on March 1, 1927 and was a son of the late Ellis
Garland Blankenship and Betty Koon Blankenship.
He was a member of Pleasant Gardens Baptist Church for over 57
years, where he served as a deacon. He retired from Marion Manufacturing
Company and was a self employed floor finisher and later was a craftsman,
working at The Biltmore Estate. He was known for his brooms and walking sticks.
He enjoyed working in his garden and sharing his produce with other people. He
loved people and everyone who knew him became his friend. He will be missed by
many people, especially his friends at the Tailgate Market.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his first wife, Reba Mae Hoppes Blankenship and a brother, John Garland Blankenship.
Left to cherish the memory of Alton are his wife, Beulah Wilson
Blankenship, of the home; two daughters: Betty Thornton and husband Dan and Kaye Thompson and
husband David, all of Marion; two sisters:
Alice Edwards and husband Keith of Edgefield, SC
and Mildred Gragg and husband Bill of Landis, NC; four
grandchildren: Caroline, Rebecca, Daniel and Benji; six great grandchildren:
Adair, Tavish, Davis, Jack, Harper and Mattie Marie; a number of nieces,
nephews and cousins; a special friend and “adopted” son, Bobby Laudermilk.
A funeral service will be held Wednesday, August 31, 2011 at
Pleasant Gardens Baptist Church with Revs. Dan Thornton and
Harold Webb officiating. Interment will be in McDowell Memorial Park.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2012, Marion, McDowell Co., NC, Obituary
Published in The McDowell News on September 9,
2012
Mrs. Bessie Lister Blankenship, 90, of Marion, passed away Friday, Sept. 7, 2012, at Autumn Care
of Marion following a long period of declining health. Bessie was born in
Spartanburg County, S. C., Oct. 18, 1921, and was the last remaining child of
10 children born to the late John and Cora Briggs Lister.
She lived most of her life in McDowell County and was married to
her beloved husband, who preceded
her in death, William B.
"Bo" Blankenship for
more than 40 years. Two children were born of their marriage and they both
tragically preceded her in death, their daughter,
Betty Jean Blankenship Cox; and their son, Guy Blankenship.
Bessie worked in several of the mills in Marion during her work
life, eventually retiring from Clevenger Hosiery Mill. She was a wonderful cook and prepared many memorable meals for her family over
the years and was a member of West Court Baptist Church.
Surviving are three grandchildren,
Eugene Cox and wife, Jackie, of Raleigh, Burton Blankenship
and wife, Vickie, of Marion, and Michelle Blankenship Prather and husband, Leon, of Monroe, Ga.; three great-grandchildren,
Emily and Christopher Cox and Avery
Blankenship; former
son-in-law, Norman Cox, of Marion; former daughter-in-law,
Peggy Blankenship, of Marion; and numerous nieces and
nephews.
A funeral service will be held Sunday, Sept. 9, at 3 p.m. in the
chapel of Westmoreland Funeral Home with the Rev. Ross Lewis officiating. A
private burial will follow in Hicks Chapel Baptist Church Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Marion, McDowell Co., NC, Obituary
Published in The McDowell News on June 2, 2013
Mr. James R. "Jim" Boone, 77, of Marion, passed away
peacefully Friday, May 31, 2013, at the McDowell Hospital. Jim was born in
McDowell County, April 3, 1936, to the late Ossie Boone and Mildred Ellis
Boone.
He retired from Cross Cotton Mill and was a longtime member of
Liberty Free Will Baptist Church. Jim loved his wife, children and
grandchildren and had many friends that he enjoyed spending time with,
especially his breakfast club friends, at the steak house. He was an eager
storyteller and those who knew him will testify to his great sense of humor. An
enjoyment of life and satisfaction, with whatever the day presented, were
distinctive attributes Jim exhibited. He was loved by many and never met a
stranger. He will be dearly missed by all who knew him.
Surviving are his wife of 58 years, Mona Wilson Boone; four
children, Teresa Boone Lytle and husband, Donnie, of Marion, Keith Boone, of
Marion, Jackie Boone Walker, of Spartanburg, S.C. and Amy Boone Styles and
husband, Jeremy, of Nebo; a brother, Ronnie Boone, of Denton; four sisters, Catherine Blankenship, of Old Fort, Violet Woody, of Belton, S.C., Willie Faye Conley,
of Old Fort and Dola Hyder, of Denton; and five grandchildren, Taylor, Morgan,
Spencer, Leah and Emily.
A service in celebration of his life will be held Monday, June 3,
at 3 p.m., in Westmoreland Chapel with the Revs. Harold Webb
and Scott Hollifield officiating. Burial will follow, in the Liberty
Free Will Baptist Church Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2011, Nebo Twp., McDowell Co., NC, Obituary
http://www.westmorelandfuneralhome.com/obituaries/obituary.php?id=80638
Billy Richard Blankenship, age 49, of Nebo, died Saturday, April 30, 2011 at his residence. A native of McDowell County, Billy was
born October 22, 1961 and is the son of Luzeal Washburn Blankenship of Nebo and the late Palmer Grogan Blankenship.
Surviving Billy, in addition to his mother, are two
brothers: Palmer Blankenship and wife Kandy and Ray Blankenship and wife Margaret; one sister, Debra Cox and husband Bill, all of Nebo.
He is also survived by a number of Nieces and nephews.
A graveside service will be held Wednesday, May 4, 2011 at 11:00
a.m. at McDowell Memorial Park, with Rev. James Walker officiating. Westmoreland Funeral Home is assisting the
family with arrangements.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2011, Nebo, McDowell Co., NC, Obituary
Published in Charlotte Observer on May 3,
2011
Billy Richard Blankenship, 49, died April 30, 2011. Service 11am Wednesday, McDowell
Memorial Park. Westmoreland Funeral Home in charge.
2012, Old Fort, McDowell Co., NC, Obituary
Carole Sue Morris, age 67 of Old Fort, NC died Saturday, December
22, 2012 at Memorial Mission Hospital. Mrs.
Morris was born June 18, 1945 in Hazard, KY to the late Harold Young and Bonnie
Lee Eastes Young. She was a member of New Testament Baptist Church.
Surviving Mrs. Morris are her husband of 49 years, Ernest Morris of
the home; one son, John Morris and wife, Dawn of Marion; four daughters, Donna Sue Blankenship and husband,
Tony of Old Fort, Lisa Ann Grooms and husband,
Jimmy of Summerville, SC, Shannon Lowell of Old Fort and Kim Sauvie and
husband, Randy of NY; fifteen grandchildren, Sydney Lowell, Austin Riley
Morris, Neal Morris, Justin Morris, April, Holly, Carie, Brandon, and James,
Jr. Grooms, Christina Sauvie, Randy Sauvie, Jr., Lisa Leonard, Domonic Gregory,
Daniel Gregory and Devyn Lynn Gregory; sixteen great-grandchildren; and many
friends.
A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 AM on Thursday, December
27, 2012 at Kirksey Funeral Chapel in Old Fort with Rev. Harry Kidd
officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Mecklenburg
2010, Charlotte, Mecklenburg Co., NC, Obituary
The Charlotte Observer, (NC) - March 6, 2010
June Christie Manley Roach, 62, of Charlotte, died Friday, March 5,
2010 at the Levine and Dickson Hospice House in Huntersville NC after a valiant 11-month battle with Pancreatic
Cancer. Christie was born November 28, 1947 in Charlotte, NC. She was the
daughter and first born child of Mr. William 'Bill' Odell and Peggy Kimble
Manley of Dallas, TX and the wife of Mr. Wayne Roach of Charlotte, NC.
Christie resided on Mecklenburg Avenue in Charlotte with 5 siblings
during her childhood years. She was a 1966 graduate of Garinger High School and
was Service Coordinator for 15 years with Moore Heating and Air and 10 years
with Comfort Design in Charlotte.
Christie is survived by her husband and soul-mate of 7 years, Wayne
Roach and three sons Tim Grant and wife Amy; Bob Furr and wife Crystal; Lance
Furr and wife Tina, all of Charlotte, and step-daughter Wendy Roach Miller and
husband Mike of Huntersville, NC; grandchildren Amber Grant, Brianne Furr, TJ
Grant, Brandon Furr, Cole Furr, Jessica Furr, Deese Miller, Grace Furr, and
great-grandson Mason Grant; parents Bill and Peggy Manley of Dallas, TX; sisters Carol McMullen of Nashville,
TN; Gail Blankenship and husband
Greg of Memphis, TN; Kathy Welker of Dallas,
TX; brothers Bill Manley, Jr. of Somer Point, NJ; Tony Manley and wife Becky of
Rowlett, TX; 'chosen sisters' Jean Whitlow McCraw and Patsy Whitlow Cokernak;
and many nieces, nephews, and cousins. Christie is joined in heaven by infant
granddaughter Anna Caroline Furr.
Christie's battle with cancer was a lesson in strength and courage.
Through Christie's illness, she brought together her family, longtime friends
and strangers, demonstrating how to face a challenge in life with dignity and
grace. She was an inspiration to everyone. Her laugh was infectious. It always
brought a smile to the heart of everyone around her. Christie embraced life
with energy and determination. She had an unconditional love for her family and
for life. Christie enjoyed special trips to the Mountains with friends, family
and shagging trips to the Beach, cookie sleepovers with "Granny",
60's music, and dancing with her 'sweetheart' in the driveway. Her life will be
long remembered as a beautiful symphony of smiles and laughter. She was our very
special 'Granny and Mama Mia'! We Love You Granny!
The family will receive friends Monday, March 8, 2010 at Calvary
Church of the Nazarene, 4000 N. Sharon Amity Rd., Charlotte
NC 28205 from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. A Celebration of Life memorial service will
follow.
[SSDI, Christie M. Roach - 28Nov1947 - 05Mar2010]
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2010, Charlotte, Mecklenburg Co., NC, Obituary
The Charlotte Observer, (NC) - April 8, 2010
Dorothy Anne Patterson Hrabanek, 89, of Charlotte, NC, died
Tuesday, April 6, 2010, at Carmel Hills Retirement Center. She was born on
February 13, 1921, in Charlotte, the only child of Paul Presley and Verdie Ross
Patterson.
A 1937 graduate of Sharon High School, she also graduated from
Woman's College (UNCG) in 1941 and taught school in Pittsboro, NC, and at
Dilworth Elementary School in Charlotte. She married Captain Henry Benjamin
'Hank' Hrabanek on March 31, 1945, and they lived in Bel Air, MD, where Hank
served in the US Army at Edgewood Arsenal. Upon Hank's discharge, they moved to
Charlotte. Dorothy Anne was a lifelong member of Providence Presbyterian Church
where she was an Elder, Sunday School teacher, Junior
Choir leader, Vacation Bible School teacher and director, choir member, and
Women of the Church (Presbyterian Women) president and member. She was awarded
the Presbyterian Women's Honorary Life Membership. Active in the Mecklenburg
Presbytery (now Charlotte Presbytery), Dorothy Anne served on the New Church
Development Committee and helped to establish three area churches: South
Mecklenburg, Good Shepherd, and Cornerstone (Cabarrus County). She was chair of
the Refugee Resettlement Committee at Providence for the Charlotte Presbytery
and helped to welcome and resettle refugees in the Charlotte area. In May,
2009, she received one of Presbytery's Outstanding Older Adult Awards. Dorothy
Anne received the PTA life membership for her work as PTA president of
Landowne, Olde Providence, and South Mecklenburg High. At South she also served
as chairman of the Edmisten Scholarship Committee and remained an active member
until her death.
She leaves a large family to cherish her memory: children-Frances Ann H. Blankenship (Mac), Marcia H. Ingle (Danny), Susan Patricia
H. Patterson (John), and Antoinette Patterson H. Holloman (Ben); grandchildren-Malcolm Brittain Blankenship , III (Staci),
Jenifer Anne I. Jacobus (Dave), Benjamin Heath Blankenship , Ann Elizabeth B. Clark (Paul), Martha Ellen Blankenship , Lori Scarborough Ingle, Nicholas Presley Holloman, Susan Andrea
Hrabanek Patterson, and Hart Hrabanek Holloman; great-grandchildren-Henry Brice Jacobus, Malcolm Brittain
Blankenship IV, and Lily
Claire Jacobus. Mother's wisdom was shared with us, her children, in a caring,
loving, and nurturing way. She was a faithful and compassionate friend to so
many and a joyful Christian who shared God's love with everyone she met.
The service will be held at Providence Presbyterian Church on
Saturday, April 10, 2010, at 11:00 a.m. A reception will follow. Harry and
Bryant is serving the family.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2010, Charlotte, Mecklenburg Co., NC, Obituary
The Charlotte Observer, (NC) - May 21, 2010
Myra Burden Wright, 93, of Charlotte died Wednesday, May 19, 2010.
She was born in Madison County, GA on November 20, 1916, a daughter of the late
Coke F. and Ada Hardman Burden. Myra was a member of Pleasant Grove United
Methodist Church and the Charles Rhinehardt Sunday School Class. She enjoyed
nature, gardening, reading scripture and visiting with her friends.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her
husband, Charles Brantley Wright and brother George W.
Burden.
Mrs. Wright is survived by her daughter,
Faye W. Blankenship and husband,
Ben; grandson,
Ben B. Blankenship , Jr.
and wife Dana; granddaughter Terri Lynne Blankenship ; three great-grandchildren, Anna Marie, Benjamin David and Allen Brantley Blankenship , all of Charlotte. Also surviving is a special niece, Mary Jane
Jackson of Rock Hill, SC and her guardian angel, Christine Beam.
A Graveside Service will be held at 1:00 PM Friday, May 21, 2010 at
Forest Lawn West Cemetery with Reverend Rex Gibbs officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2010, Charlotte,
Mecklenburg Co., NC, Obituary
Delia Pettus Blankenship, Miss Blankenship, of Charlotte, died on June 13, 2010 at
Presbyterian Hospital. Delia was born in Vincent, Alabama on December 14, 1908
to Elias Blankenship and Maggie Bell Blankenship. A strong, sweet and loving woman, she was
the last leaf on the best branch of the tree.
She was preceded in death by her twin sister, Mary Blankenship Kennedy, her sister, Margaret Blankenship Johns and her brothers, Bennett Moulton Blankenship, Malcolm Brittian Blankenship, Mercer J.
Blankenship and A.V. Blankenship.
She is survived by nieces and nephews of three generations.
Delia was a member of First Baptist Church of Charlotte where she
was baptized at fifteen years of age. She attended Queens College and was a
graduate of Kings Business College. She was a member of The Daughters of the
American Revolution. Delia began government service early in the WW II period,
where she worked for The Naval Supply Systems Command in Washington, DC for 36
years. After retirement, Delia returned to Charlotte. She enjoyed serving God
and people through her church and her volunteer work for Crisis Assistance
Ministry. Delia was quite the practical joker and loved a good laugh. She
enjoyed formal study of the Bible and reading her Bible. She had a love for
nature and animals.
A graveside service will be held at Oaklawn Cemetery on Wednesday,
June 16, 2010 at 12:00 pm with the Reverend Michael Cummings officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2011, Charlotte, Mecklenburg Co., NC, Obituary
The Charlotte Observer, (NC) - February 6, 2011
Faye Lawing Caldwell, 86, of Charlotte, died February 4, 2011 after
a brief illness. She was born in Kendall Mill Village in Mecklenburg County on
April 4, 1924, daughter of the late Charlie Mack and Carrie Blankenship Lawing.
Mrs. Caldwell attended Paw Creek School until 1940, when she
married her late husband, Frank W. Caldwell. She was a loving wife, mother and
grandmother, dedicated to caring for her family and friends over her lifetime.
Mrs. Caldwell was a talented seamstress who enjoyed sewing for her
grandchildren, preparing large family meals and spending time with her family.
She was a long time member of McGee Presbyterian Church which is now Pleasant
Grove Presbyterian Church, where she served as a Sunday School
teacher and church volunteer.
Survivors include 4 sons and their wives, Frank Jr. and Neala
Caldwell of Rock Hill, SC, Tommy and Gloria Caldwell of Charlotte NC, Dan and
Pam Caldwell of Marietta, GA, and Myron and Dorothy Caldwell of Concord, NC; 10
grandchildren, Danita Caldwell, Jennifer Williams, Carrie Aldridge, Andrew
Caldwell, Amanda Caldwell Fisher, Chad Caldwell, Tyler Caldwell, Heather Moore,
Shannon Caldwell, and Katie Caldwell; 6 great grandchildren, Madeline and Jacob
Aldridge, Drake and Teagan Caldwell, Cassidy Williams, and Noah Caldwell; a
brother, Carl Lawing of Charlotte; and a former daughter-in-law, Shirley
Little.
Mrs. Caldwell was preceded in death by her husband, Frank W.
Caldwell; four sisters, Mae Lawing, Flo Thrower, Rose Van Pelt, and Catherine
Lawing; and four brothers, Arnold, Clifford, Bud, and Gene Lawing.
The family will receive friends and family on Monday afternoon from
1:30 p.m. until 2:45 p.m. at Pleasant Grove Presbyterian Church, 6701 Pleasant
Grove Road, Charlotte, with the funeral service to follow at 3:00 p.m. at the
church. Interment in Forest Lawn West Cemetery, 4601 Freedom Drive, Charlotte
will take place after the service.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2011, Charlotte, Mecklenburg Co., NC, Obituary
The Charlotte Observer, (NC) - April 23, 2011
Paul D. Zimmerman, 86, of Charlotte, NC, died on April 21, 2011 at
Presbyterian Hospital. He was born on February 25, 1925 in Blairstown, NJ, son
of the late Sylvanius and Clara Zimmerman. Mr. Zimmerman is a veteran of the
United States Army serving in World War II. After being honorably discharged,
he went on to graduate from Princeton University. Mr. Zimmerman worked for many
years in the insurance industry and retired from Cigna Corporation.
In addition to his parents, Mr. Zimmerman is preceded in death by
his wife, Sally; his son-in-law Scott Curtin; and one sister.
He is survived by his children,
Paul Zimmerman and his wife, Carolyn, Polly Curtin, Katherine Blankenship and her husband, Eric; and John Zimmerman and Trina; grandchildren, Chris Curtin, Leslie Sosa, Casey Blankenship, Tyler Blankenship, Hunter Blankenship, Ashley Ipox, Whitney Zimmerman, Ryan
Zimmerman, Justin Zimmerman and Kristen Zimmerman; and one brother, Arnold
Zimmerman.
Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 AM, Monday, April 25, 2011 in
the chapel of Hankins & Whittington Funeral Service, 1111 East Blvd.,
Charlotte, NC 28203. Interment with military honors will follow in Forest Lawn
East Cemetery in Matthews, NC.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2011, Charlotte, Mecklenburg Co., NC, Obituary
The Charlotte Observer, (NC) - May 8, 2011,
Roy C. Perdue was a happy man on May 1, 2011 as he danced in heaven
with Anne, his beloved wife of 60 years, while receiving hugs and kisses from
his daughter, Karen (Pixie) Lee Perdue. What a sight it must have been to
behold for Roy couldn't dance a lick here on Earth.
However he did love a good crafty game of bridge and was probably
challenging many of his Charlotte friends by nightfall. Many have missed the
wonderful vegetables produced in his garden on Arnold Dr. in Charlotte for 58
years. In 2008 he moved to The Cove at Wilora Lake Retirement Center and
recently was a resident of The Court at South Park, where he was given loving
care including getting at least three Ensure drinks a day. He enjoyed receiving
his Charlotte Observer (throwing the Ads out into the hall), thumbing through
The Readers Digest and reading his tattered beloved Bible.
Roy was born January 6, 1915 in Leaksville (Eden), N.C. to John C
and Ollie Blankenship Perdue. He attended Public Schools and
entered Bridgewater College, Bridgewater, Va. He joined the US Army in 1942 and
was honorably discharged as Staff Sergeant in 1946. He served in the Military
Police earning The Good Conduct Medal, The European African Middle Eastern
Theater Ribbon, and The World War II Victory Ribbon. Roy served several
Companies in Greensboro and Charlotte before joining the Internal Revenue Service
from which he retired as an auditor. Roy was a generous man and always an
honest friend to all. He had a deep understanding of who he was in God's world
and his personal life exemplified his belief in Jesus Christ, his Lord and
Savior as he served his church, and fellow man. He was a member of The Eastway
Christian Church, Sugaw Creek Presbyterian Church and Forest Hill Church, where
he was a member of the Guard House Prayer Team.
Roy is survived by a stepson and wife, Eddie (Rom) and Sherry
Johnson of Canton, NC; four grand-children, Lauri and Matt Hinchcliffe of
Oceanside, CA, Joseph and Katherine Johnson of Asheville. NC, John and Michelle
Johnson of Valley Center, CA, Deborah and James Hembree of Leicester, NC along
with 10 great-grandchildren; 5 great-great-grandchildren; 4 great-nieces, Nita
Harvey, Conyers, GA, Rita Worley, Madison GA, Leslie Franks, Marietta, GA,
Betty Davis, Roanoke, VA.
We will remember Roy's life at a graveside service on May 14, 2011
at 11:00 a.m. at Evergreen City Cemetery, 4426 Central Ave. Charlotte, N.C.
Rev. Al Masters and Rev Tom Kakadelis will officiate with arrangements by J. B.
Tallent Funeral Service.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2011, Charlotte, Mecklenburg Co., NC, Obituary
http://obitsforlife.com/obituary/400008/Buchanan-Donald.php
Donald Ray "Don" Buchanan, 69, of Charlotte, North
Carolina, passed away Thursday morning, September 1, 2011. Don was born December 16, 1941, in Charlotte, North Carolina. He
was the son of the late Arthur James Buchanan and Mildred Blankenship Buchanan.
His immediate family includes his children, Rebecca Allen of
Charlotte, Kenneth "Kenny" Buchanan of Cornelius, Deborah Bailey of
Charlotte, Donald Buchanan, Jr. of Midland, Cristopher Simril of Lancaster, SC,
and Eddie Simirl of Charlotte; and ten grandchildren.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Charlotte, Mecklenburg Co., NC, Obituary
Published in Charlotte Observer on March 6,
2013
Mr. John Wilfred Mitchell, 92, passed away Saturday, March 2 2013
at Presbyterian Hospital in Charlotte, NC. John was born in Good Hope, SC on
March 16, 1920 to the late Joe Waits Mitchell and Lillie Mae Smith. After his
mother's death in 1929, John later moved to Charlotte and was raised by his
uncle, Mosley Smith, and his wife, Sophie, and aunt, Emily Smith.
He graduated from Harding High School in 1938 and was active in the
Alumni Club for many years. John served his country as a pilot in WWII. His
plane was shot down over Germany in 1944 and he was a POW for 18 months. He was
also a Mason and Shriner for over 60 years.
John is survived by his wife, Mildred Mitchell, of Charlotte, NC;
daughter, Vicki Hamilton, of High Point, NC; step-son, David
Blankenship, of Charlotte; step-daughter, Ann Green and her husband, Bob, of California; grandson, Wes Hamilton;
three great grandchildren, Noah, Oliver and Kaia Hamilton and their mother,
Alison Denio, all of Minnesota.
In addition to his parents, John was preceded in death by his wife
of 58 years, Anne Miller Mitchell, in 2000; son in-law, John Hamilton in 2010.
A private family graveside service will be held at a later date.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Charlotte,
Mecklenburg Co., NC, Obituary
http://obits.dignitymemorial.com/dignity-memorial/obituary.aspx?n
Warren Neely Ferguson "Mike"; After
a recent diagnosis and struggle with brain cancer, Mike passed away on June 8,
2013 into the arms of his loving Savior, Jesus Christ. He was born April 10,
1928 to Warren and Frances Blankenship Ferguson.
He was raised in the Pineville/Charlotte area, the son of a
hardworking and honest sharecropper. Mike went to Pineville High School where
he was a player on the State Champion basketball team, as well as a very
talented baseball player. He graduated in 1945 and enrolled at Western Carolina
University where he was a member of the basketball team. After a semester he
decided to leave college and join the U.S. Navy. He served from 1946 to 1948 on
an oil tanker in the Pacific. After completing his service to our country, he
returned to Charlotte and on November 8, 1952, married the love of his life,
Mildred (Mick) Shumpert. Mike served as a supervisor at Springs Cotton Mill in
Ft. Mill, SC; as service manager for Patton Volkswagon in Rock Hill, SC; and
was employed by Marshall Air Systems before retiring from Digital Equipment
Corporation as site Manager in 1984.
Mike was a godly man who shared the love of Christ, and was a true
friend to everyone he knew. He served faithfully as a Deacon at Flint Hill
Baptist Church, McKee Road Baptist Church, and most recently at Covenant
Baptist Church, his church home for more than three decades. Mike had such a
heart for evangelism and spent his life ministering to others by serving
"hands on", helping those in need financially, and mentoring many
men. It was his calling and joy to support and serve in mission efforts
locally, in the United States, and around the world.
Preceding Mike in death, were his parents; his brother, Brown M.
Ferguson; and his beloved wife, Mick.
He is survived by his sister-in-law, Louise Ferguson; nieces and
nephews: Danny Ferguson (Patricia), Eleanor F. Conley (Ron), Libby F. Miller
(Kurt), Susan F. Huskins (Roger), Barbara Ferguson, Rebecca Ferguson, Charlie
O. Starnes, Jr. (Grace), and Woody Vick (Cynthia); 15 grand nieces and nephews,
and 10 great grand nieces and nephews. He is also survived by his friend and
caregiver, Nancy Lindsay.
A memorial service to honor Mike will be held on Friday, June 14,
at 2:00 p.m. at Covenant Baptist Church, 11724 Elm Lane, Charlotte, 28277.
Interment will follow the service at Flint Hill Baptist Church Cemetery, Ft.
Mill, SC.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
1940 Census, Twp. 5
Providence, Mecklenburg Co., NC,
Ferguson, Warren B. 40, M, NC, Head,
Ferguson, Francis 40, F, SC, Wife,
Ferguson, Brown M. 17, M, NC, Son,
Ferguson, Warren N. 12, M, NC, Son,
https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/KW35-RRS
2010, Matthews, Mecklenburg Co., NC, Obituary
The Daily Courier, The (Forest
City, NC) - January 7, 2010
Vaye Flowe, of Matthews, died Sunday, Jan. 3, 2010. Born in
Rutherford County, she was a daughter of the late Peter and Fannie Blankenship Fortenberry, and also preceded
in death by her husband, J. C. Flowe.
She is survived by a son, Garry Lovelace of Matthews; daughters,
Delores Shivar of Charlotte, Ellen Staples of Matthews, and Angie McAllister of
Hephzibah, Ga.; one sister, Mary Ellen Splawn of Forest City; four
grandchildren; a host of great-grandchildren; and nieces and nephews.
A funeral service will be held at noon Thursday at Heritage Funeral
& Cremation Services, Indian Trail Chapel. Burial will follow in the Forest
Lawn East Cemetery. The Rev. Roger Burrows will conduct the service assisted by
the Rev. Buddy Strickland.
[SSDI, 04Jul1922 - 03Jan2010]
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Mecklenburg Co., NC,
SSDI
Blankenship, Delia
P. 101, 14Dec1908 - 13Jun2010,
Charlotte, Mecklenburg, NC, NC-237-28-4708
Blankenship, Letha
M. 85, 19Mar1926 - 05May2011,
Matthews, Mecklenburg, NC, WV-233-36-9603
Mitchell
+2012, Spruce Pines, Mitchell Co., NC, Obituary
http://www.webbfh.com/ASIMAS/herwebb/obituaryDescription.jsp?domain_id=266&deceased_id=220599
James “Earl” Blankenship, 81, of the Estatoe Community, passed away Wednesday March 10,
2010 at his residence. He was the son of the late Robert and Effie Denny Blankenship. He was a veteran of the Korean War with
eight years of total service in both the Air Force and the Navy. He was retired
from Southern Bell with 30 years service and enjoyed fishing and camping with
his family.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his son James Allen Blankenship, a sister Wilma Williams and brothers Silas and Billy Ray
Blankenship.
In addition to his wife Gladys of Spruce Pine, he is survived by daughters; Deborah McKinney and husband Larry of Bakersville,
Sherry Isley and husband Mike of Canton, a son Jerry Ray Blankenship and wife Susan of Marion, five grandchildren, four
great-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services for Mr. Blankenship
will be conducted at 3:00pm Saturday March 13, 2010 in the Grindstaff Memorial
Chapel of Webb Funeral Home with the Rev. Mike Peterson officiating. Interment
will follow in the McDowell Memorial Park, in Marion NC.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2012, Spruce Pines, Mitchell Co., NC, Obituary
Published in The McDowell News on February 12,
2012
Gladys Virginia Blankenship, 83, passed away, Saturday, Feb. 11, 2012 at John F. Keever Solace
Center in Asheville, [Buncombe
Co.,] NC, surrounded by
her family. She was born Oct. 14, 1928, in Buncombe County, NC to the late
Grant Williams and Lessie Hollifield Williams.
In addition to her parents, she is also preceded in death by her husband, James Earl Blankenship and her son, James Allen Blankenship.
Surviving Mrs.
Blankenship are her son, Jerry Ray Blankenship of Marion; two daughters,
Deborah Blankenship McKinney
and her husband, Larry of Bakersville, NC, and Sherry Blankenship Isley and her husband, Mike of Canton, NC; one brother, Herman Williams
of Marion; three sisters, Marie Dale of Marion, Doris Parrish and her husband,
Robert of Marion, and Jan McSwain of Asheville; five grandchildren, Heather McKinney, Jennifer Pless, Chesni Ratliff, Shea Blankenship and Dustin Blankenship;
and four great-grandchildren.
Funeral Services will be held at 2 p.m., Monday, Feb. 13, in McCall
Memorial Chapel at Kirksey Funeral Home in Marion, with the Revs. Mike Peterson and Doug Honeycutt officiating. Burial will
follow at McDowell Memorial Park.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Spruce Pine, Mitchell Co., NC, Obituary
Published in the Asheville Citizen-Times on April
11, 2013
Dennis Ray Allen, age 74, of Halltown Road in Spruce Pine, died
Monday, April 8, 2013 at the Memorial Campus of Mission Hospitals in Asheville. Born on June 3, 1938 in
Mitchell County, he was the son of the late Roscoe and Velma McKinney Allen.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two
brothers; Edward L. Allen and Bobby Allen and his son-in-law; Bruce Hugh
Hawkins, Jr.
Dennis Allen was a life long member and deacon of the Grassy Creek
Baptist Church. He started in his family business of carpentry at age fourteen.
His carpentry skills were passed down from his grandfather to his father and to
him. The Allen family has been in the carpenter business in access of 100 years
and Dennis was proud to be a part of that rich heritage. In his spare time he
enjoyed wood working and making furniture.
Mr. Allen is survived by his wife; Phyllis Edwards Allen; his
daughters; Vanessa Hawkins of Gray, TN and Sharon DuPree and husband, Darren of
Tampa, FL; his brothers; Ben Allen of Jacksonville, FL; Bud Allen of Augusta,
GA; Terry Allen of Burnsville; Phillip Allen of Marion; and Joe Allen of
Salisbury; his sisters; Jean
Hollifield of Marion; Joyce Blankenship of Conover; and Glenda Cox of Greensboro;
his granddaughter; Ashley Burleson and husband, Nathan; his grandsons; Joshua
and Tyler Dupree; his great grandson; Zander Burleson; and numerous special
nieces and nephews.
The funeral services for Mr. Dennis Allen will be conducted on
Thursday, April 11, 2013 at 7:00 pm at the Grassy Creek Baptist Church with the
Rev's. Matt Mills and Sibbald Lambert officiating.
Interment and Graveside services will be at 11:00 am Friday, April 12, 2013 in
the Grassy Creek Baptist Church Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Mitchell Co., NC, SSDI
Blankenship, James
E. 81, 25May1928 - 10Mar2010, Spruce
Pine, Mitchell, NC, NC-244-30-4615
Moore
2013, Aberdeen, Moore Co., NC, Obituary
The Pilot, (Southern Pines, NC) - November 4, 2013
Sandra Sue Carter Rommel, 71, of Aberdeen, died Saturday, Nov. 2,
2013, at FirstHealth Moore Regional Hospital in Pinehurst. Sandra was born Sept. 7, 1942, in Mingo County, W.Va.,
to the late William Estel Carter and Adeline Cline Carter. She was a loving
wife and mother and cherished her children and grandchildren more than
anything. She was an avid reader and enjoyed cooking.
She is survived by her husband of 47 years, Charles D. Rommel Jr.,
of Aberdeen; four daughters, Libby
Howie, of Alabama, Lisa Rose and husband, John, of Bluefield, W.Va., Glenda Blankenship and husband,
Charles, of Long Branch, W.Va., and Joyce
Staninas, of Rusburg, Va.; four sons, Patrick Rommel and wife, Pam, of Warner
Robins, Ga., Charles D. Rommel III and wife, Diana, of Minot, N.D., Kenneth
Rommel, of Aberdeen, and Christopher G. Rommel and wife, Kelli, of Rockaway,
N.J.; two brothers, Ira C. Carter and wife, Annalee, of Damascus, Va., and
Teddy Carter and wife, Blonnie, of Gilbert, W.Va.; 22 grandchildren, and 12
great-grandchildren.
A visitation will be held on Monday, Nov. 4, from 5 to 7 p.m. at
Boles Funeral Home in Southern Pines.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2010, Cameron, Moore Co., NC, Obituary
The Sanford Herald, (NC) - August 27, 2010
Jeffrey Lynn Taylor, 47, died Thursday (8/26/10) at UNC Hospital in
Chapel Hill [Orange Co.,
NC].
He is survived by his wife, Amber Taylor of Cameron; father, Marion
Taylor, and mother, Betty Jean Blankenship Taylor
of Cameron; a son, Nicholas Taylor of Cameron; a daughter, Tiffany Norris of
Lillington; a brother, Donny Taylor of Cameron; a sister, Jennifer Campbell of
Cameron; three stepchildren and seven grandchildren.
Arrangements will be announced by Miller-Boles Funeral Home of
Sanford.
[SSDI, 30May1963 - 26Aug2010]
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Nash
2011, Rocky Mount, Nash Co., NC, Obituary
Rocky Mount Telegram (NC) - April 13, 2011
Mr. Donald Wesson Batchelor, age 68, died Sunday, March 13, 2011.
Born March 4, 1943, he was a son of the late Wesson Odell and Kathleen Sawyer
Batchelor.
A graduate of Benvenue High School and the
University of North Carolina, a member of the Lambda Chi Alpha Fraternity. Upon graduation from UNC he joined the
Peace Corp and served two years in West Africa. Upon his return he lived in
Washington, D.C. for several years and later in Long Beach, NC. The study of
history was his passion. He would regale his family and friends in discussions
of the history of North Carolina for hours, spreading his enthusiasm to the
listener. His pride was the completion of his book, Becoming Americans. He
enjoyed his retirement in Merida, Yacatan, Mexico where he made many close
friends.
Don is survived by his sisters, Chloe Batchelor Harper and her
husband, Robert, and Kathleen Odelle Batchelor, all of Edgecombe County, NC;
nieces, Whitney Blankenship and her husband, Matthew, of Atlanta, GA and Erin Harper of Santa Monica, CA; grandnephew
and grandniece, Harper and Amelia Blankenship
of Atlanta, GA.
Memorial services will be held at 7:00 PM on Friday, April 15, 2011
in the Chapel of Wheeler Woodlief Funeral Home. Private inurnment will be held
at Pineview Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
New Hanover
2013, Wilmington, New Hanover Co., NC, Obituary
Published in the Wilmington Star-News on Nov. 16,
2013
Alma Lee Brigman, 99, of Wilmington, died Friday, November 15,
2013.
She is survived by her five children, two daughters, Betty
Blankenship (Charles), and Blondell Johnson; three sons, Chester Brigman, James Brigman
(Yvonne), and Charles Randolph Brigman (Selena); eleven grandchildren; and
twelve great-grandchildren.
A funeral service will be held at 11am Monday, November 18, 2013, at
Andrews Market Street Chapel. Interment will follow in Greenlawn Memorial Park.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Onslow
2011, Hubert, Onslow Co., NC, Death
http://www.jdnews.com/articles/blankenship-97712-hubert-ivan.html, November 23, 2011 12:00 AM
Ivan Boyd Blankenship, 76, of Hubert, died Nov. 20, 2011, at Premier Nursing and
Rehabilitation Center. [Jacksonville, Onslow Co., NC]
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Orange
2012, Chapel Hill, Orange Co., NC, Obituary
Published in The News & Observer from
October 28 to October 31, 2012
Larry Glen Hart died October 22, 2012, at the Carol Woods
Retirement Community in Chapel Hill, N.C., following complications from a fall.
He was 79. He was born in Los Angeles, Calif., on December 6, 1932, to the late
Oscar D. and Ethel Winders Hart.
Larry moved with his family to LeMars, Iowa, at a young age. Following
high school and a year at a small college in LeMars, he served in the United
States Army from 1954 to 1956. Following discharge, he attended the University
of Iowa in Iowa City, Iowa, earning a B.S. in Pharmacy in 1960 and a Ph.D. in
Pharmacology in 1964. Beginning his career with a post-doctoral fellowship at
the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute in Bethesda, Md., he continued his
work as a research scientist at the National Cancer Institute in Bethesda,
followed by employment as a Section Chief, Pharmacology, at Imperial Chemical
Industries, later known as Atlas Chemical Industries, in Wilmington, Del. Larry
returned to federal government employment in research in 1972 at the National
Institute of Environmental Health Sciences in Research Triangle Park, N.C.,
retiring in 1999. Additionally, he lectured as an adjunct Assistant Professor
in the Department of Pharmacology at the University of North Carolina at Chapel
Hill from 1973 to 1981.
Larry was a long-time active and former Vestry member at Chapel of
the Cross in Chapel Hill. Following retirement, he enjoyed volunteer activities
including serving as a hospice volunteer, serving meals at the Inter-Faith
Council for Social Service's Community Kitchen, and in various capacities at
Carol Woods. He also enjoyed taking classes at Osher Lifelong Learning
Institute at Duke University, play-reading, attending plays and watching UNC
basketball.
He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Martha; son David M. Hart
and wife Anne Yoder; son Thomas C. Hart; former daughter-in-law Amy Hart; and
son-in-law Donald Tomlinson. Also surviving are grandchildren Maggie Hart, Seth
Hart, Callie Hart, Alexandra Tomlinson and Jessica Tomlinson; and step grandson, Dylan Blankenship.
He was predeceased by a daughter, Mary Katherine Tomlinson, in 2000,
and by a brother, Claude.
A memorial service will be held Friday, November 2, 2012, at 2:00
p.m. at Chapel of the Cross, 304 E. Franklin St., Chapel Hill, N.C., with
burial in the churchyard.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Pender
2011, Hampstead, Pender Co., NC, Obituary
The Pender Post, (Burgaw, NC) March 9, 2011
Hampstead – Francis Anthony "Tony" Fallon III, 53, died
Monday, March 7, 2011 surrounded by his family. He was born Nov. 24, 1957 in
Jacksonville, son of Clara Batson Fallon of Hampstead and the late Francis Anthony
Fallon Jr.
Survivors, in addition to his mother, include four sisters, Julie
F. Jones, Margaret F. Grant, Iris F. Maley, and Donna F. Blankenship, all of Hampstead.
Fallon was a dedicated family man and was often referred to as the
"family boss." As a child he played Little League baseball and
proudly pitched a no hitter with 16 strikeouts for which he appeared on the Jim
Burns television show. He enjoyed fishing, but loved deer hunting. Fallon was a
quiet man with a warm heart and gentle spirit who fought and accepted his
illness with faith and courage.
Final rites will be held at 2:30 p.m. Thursday, March 10, 2011 at
Barlow-Vista Baptist Church with Rev. Bobby McGraw officiating. Burial will
follow in the church cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2010, Rocky Point, Pender Co., NC, Obituary
The Pender Post, (Burgaw, NC) - July 29, 2010
Richard D. "Rick" Winn, 60, died Wednesday July 21, 2010
at his residence. He was born Feb. 26, 1950 in Sharon, Conn. and was raised by
foster parents Sara Brownlowe and the late Bill Brownlowe. Winn was a veteran
of the Vietnam War having served honorably in the U.S. Army. He was the owner
and operator of Winn's Video and Coastal Home Care and a past member of the
Burgaw Chamber of Commerce and Pender County Board of Recreation.
Survivors, in addition to his mother, include his wife, Candace
Lyness Winn; two sons, Ryan Winn of Rocky Point and Corey Winn of the home; a
brother, Ed Gschwandtner of Laurel, Del.; a sister, Donna
Blankenship (Ralph) of Fredrick, Md.; two brothers, Chuck Brownlowe (Patti) of
Fredrick, Md. and Lee Brownlowe (Kathy) of Maryland; and many nieces, nephews.
A memorial service was held Monday, July 26, 2010 at Harrell's
Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Dr. Ray Mendenhall officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Person
2010, Roxboro, Person Co., NC, Obituary
The Courier-Times, (Roxboro, NC) - June 5, 2010
Stanley Leon King, age 55, of 151 Van Hook Rd., died Wednesday June
2, 2010 at UNC Hospital in Chapel Hill. Born in Person County he was the son of
the late Clyde Leon King and Eleanor Oakley King. Mr. King worked as a
maintenance supervisor at UNC Co-Generation Power Plant. He was of the Baptist
Faith.
Survivors include his wife Teressa "Trecy" King of the
home; two daughters, Amber King Milligan and husband Hans of Roxboro, and Tobie
King of the home; one grandchild, Christian Alexander King Milligan; a sister-in-law, Pam Blankenship and husband
Fred; a nephew,
Dusty Blankenship.
Funeral Services will be held 11:00 AM Saturday, June 5, 2010 at
the Brooks & White Chapel. The Rev. Brud Perry and Rev. Hal Dickerson will
be officiating. Burial will follow at the Person Memorial Cemetery. Pallbearers
will be Ray Clayton, Don Wilkins, Rick LaGrone, Keith Hurdle, Jim Fuller, and
Marshal Kiser. Honorary Pallbearers will be co-workers and his family of UNC
Co-Generation Power Plant.
[SSDI, 06Mar1955 - 02Jun2010]
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Pitt
+2013, Greenville, Pitt Co., NC, Obituary
Daily News-Record (Harrisonburg, VA) - November 8, 2013
Marjorie Helen Cavendish Blankenship, 90, formerly of Harrisonburg, died Wednesday, November 6,
2013 at her home in Greenville, N.C. She had been in failing health for 18
months. Marjorie was born on March 24, 1923 in Ansted, WV. She was the eldest
daughter of Edward Hansford and Leila McClary Cavendish.
Marjorie was a 1941 graduate of Ansted High School in Anstead,
W.Va. and a 1944 graduate of Mayfair College of Beauty Culture in Lynchburg,
Va. On January 27, 1950, she married Bernard T. Blankenship, who passed away December 22, 2008. Marjorie resided in Arlington,
Va. before residing in Harrisonburg for over 40 years. After retirement she
moved to Tampa, Fla. where she resided until moving to Greenville, N.C. in 2006.
She was preceded in death by her eldest brother, Meredith
"Red" Cavendish and sister, Alma Cavendish McVey.
She is survived by her daughter,
Emily F. Blankenship of Greenville, N.C.; twin brother, Gerald
Cavendish of Charlotte, N.C.; sister-in-law,
Betty Blankenship of Harrisonburg, Va.; and numerous nieces
and nephews.
A graveside service will be conducted Tuesday at 2 p.m. in Woodbine
Cemetery, officiated by Rev. Bob Talbott.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Winterville, Pitt Co., NC, Obituary
The Daily Reflector, (Greenville, NC) - February 23, 2013
Mr. Jesse Thomas "J. T." Hodges, 88, died Tuesday, Feb.
19, 2013. The funeral service will be conducted Sunday at 3:30 p.m. in the
Wilkerson Funeral Chapel by the Rev. Todd McDonald. Burial will be in Pinewood
Memorial Park with military honors.
Mr. Hodges, a native of Beaufort County, moved to Greenville in
1953, and had been a resident of the Winterville community for 34 years. He
served in the United States Army during World War II in the First Infantry
Division and participated in the Normandy Invasion. In 1982, he retired from
DuPont, as a technical assistant after 30 years of service. A member of Grace
Church, Mr. Hodges enjoyed gardening, fishing, and was an avid reader. He also
loved pampering his grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his son, Gary Stephen Hodges; wife,
Nora Edwards Hodges; parents, James Henry and Mary Waters Hodges; brother,
James Henry Hodges; and a sister, Allie Grey Alligood.
Surviving are sons, Randy Hodges and wife, Donna, and Ronald Hodges
and wife, Pam, all of Winterville; grandchildren, Angie Lamm, of Homestead,
Fla., Becky Hodges of Greenville, Ashley Hodges and fiance, Eddie McMillion, of
Greenville, Jacob Guttu Hodges of Winterville, and Ryan Hodges of Winterville;
great-grandchildren, Jesse Wayne Morgan, of Greenville and Charlise Moore, of
Homestead, Fla.; and a sister, Iris Blankenship, of Virginia Beach, Va.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Polk
2012, Saluda, Polk Co., NC, Obituary
Published in Daily Press from April 10 to
April 11, 2012
Saluda - Glen James Collins, 70, passed away on Saturday, April 7,
2012, at Riverside Walter Reed Hospital [Gloucester Co., VA]. He was born in Cold Creek, W.Va., and
was the son of the late Donnie Shelton and Mary Loretta Fraley Collins. He
worked for many years in the Maple Wood Coal Mine in West Virginia and retired
from Fleetwood Mobile Home in North Carolina.
He was also preceded in death by his brother, David Jim Collins.
He is survived by his children, Ginger Doss, Donna G. Collins Parks
and her husband, Tim, Karen Collins and Glen James Collins II; his sisters,
Joyce Scott and her husband, Jerry, Linda Carr and her husband, Garland, and
Peggy Carr and her husband, Darrell; his grandchildren,
Steve Wesley Blankenship Jr., Stephanie Nicole Vanhoudt, Shawn Eric Blankenship, and Brandon Lewis Collins; and his
great-grandson, Caleb Reed Vanhoudt.
Funeral services will be held in Beckley, W.Va., at a later date.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Randolph
+2011, Archdale, Randolph Co., NC, Obituary
High Point Enterprise (NC) - February 10, 2011
Hyacinth Juanita Blankenship Mathers, 82 of Archdale, NC formerly of Parkersburg, passed away at
the Graybrier Nursing Home on February 7, 2011, what would have been her and
her late husbands 42nd wedding anniversary. She was
born October 13, 1928 in Parkersburg a daughter of the late John H. and Margaret H.
Corbitt Blankenship.
She was a graduate of Parkersburg High School and was employed with
The Guard Cleaners for 25 years. Juanita was a member of the Gospel Baptist
Church at Archdale and a former member of Trinity United Methodist Church in
Parkersburg where she was a member of the Margaret Hill Circle of the United
Methodist Women.
Surviving is one daughter, Terri Garretson Moore (Ray) of Archdale,
where she had made her home for the past seven years. One
son, Gary Garretson (Michele) of Little Hocking, Ohio. 3 grandchildren,
2 step grandsons and 3 step great grandchildren. 3 sisters,
Polly Runion of Boaz, Dottie (Charles) Miracle of Vienna and Nancy Davis of
Melbourne, FL and several nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her
husband, Edwin Mathers, a sister, Mary Leota Reed and
a brother, Bryan Delmont
Blankenship Sr.
The funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday at Kimes
Funeral Home, 521 5th Street Parkersburg, Pastor Dave Stilgenbauer will
officiate and burial will follow at Evergreen North Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2011, Franklinville, Randolph Co., NC, Obituary
The Randolph Guide, (NC) - August 16, 2011
Roy Arnold Parrish, 56, of 207 Sunrise Ave., died Thursday, Aug.
11, 2011, at Randolph Hospital [Asheboro, Randolph Co., NC]. The funeral was held Aug. 15, 2011, at
Loflin Funeral Home with the Rev. Thomas Johnson officiating. Burial was at
Randolph Memorial Park. He was a Richmond County native, pipe fitter and member
of the Church of God of Prophecy.
Survivors include parents, Homer and Mattie Sweatt Parrish of Franklinville;
sisters, Linda Peace of Trinity,
Brenda Jones of Franklinville, and Pat Hudnall and Donna Blankenship, both of Gloucester Point, Va.; brother,
Homer Junior Parrish of Franklinville.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Franklinville, Randolph Co., NC, Obituary
The Courier-Tribune, (Asheboro, NC) - November 14, 2013
Homer Lloyd Parrish, Jr., 60, of 207 Sunrise Ave., Franklinville,
died Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2013 at Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center
in Winston Salem, [Forsyth
Co., NC].
Funeral Services will be at 2 p.m. on Saturday at Loflin Funeral
Home Chapel, Ramseur. Officiating will be Rev. Jason Bowser and Rev. Tommy
Johnson. Burial will be held at Randolph Memorial Park, Asheboro.
He was a native of Richmond County and a veteran of the U.S. Army.
He was preceded in death by brother, Roy Parrish.
Survivors are parents, Homer Lloyd Parrish, Sr. and Mattie Sweat
Parrish; sisters, Donna Blankenship, and husband,
Roger, Patricia Hudnall, and husband, John, all
of VA, Brenda Jones, and husband, Mike, of Franklinville, Linda Peace, and
husband, Roger, of Trinity; many loving nieces and nephews that he loved dearly
and numerous special friends.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Randleman, Randolph Co., NC, Obituary
http://calfee.tributes.com/our_obituaries/Karen-Shields-Blankenship-84741562
Karen Lane Shields Blankenship, 60, of Randleman, NC, formerly of Pineville, passed away
peacefully Saturday, April 7, 2007, at her residence. Born April 27, 1946 in
Baileysville, WV she was the daughter of the late Virgil Lane Shields and Edna
Cook Shields.
In addition to her parents, her nephew, Bobby Bias, preceded her in
death.
Karen was a homemaker but was previously employed by Robinson
Phillips Coal Company and Rite Way Food Market. She was a loving wife, mother,
grandmother, sister and aunt. She will be greatly missed by all that knew and
loved her.
Survivors include her husband
of 38 years, Danny Blankenship; her daughter,
Kim Toler and son-in-law, Edwin and her
precious grandson, Daniel, all of Randleman, NC. Her only sister, Patricia Bias
and her husband, Robert of West Hamlin, WV, also survive her.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Richmond
2010, Cordova, Richmond Co., NC, Obituary
Richmond County Daily Journal (Rockingham, NC) - October 22, 2010
Mr. John Marshall Thornsbury, 54, of 184 Butler Circle, Cordova,
died, Thursday, Oct. 21, 2010, at his home. He was born Jan. 16, 1956, in West
Virginia, son of Thomas Thornsbury and Jessie Katheryn Lester Thornsbury. He
was previously employed as a front end loader for BV Hedricks Co.
Funeral Service will be Tuesday, Oct. 26, 2010, at 11 a.m. at
Harrington Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow at Butler Cemetery.
Survivors include his sons, Thomas Cody Thornsbury of Rockingham
and John Nolan Thornsbury of Hamlet; mother, Jessie Lester Thornsbury of
Oceana, W. Va.; sister, Shelia Blankenship of Oceana, W. Va.; brother, Danny
Thornsbury of Oceana, W. Va..; and two grandchildren.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2012, Ellerbe, Richmond Co., NC, Obituary
Richmond County Daily Journal (Rockingham, NC) - December 10, 2012
JoAnn Rumley Williams, 74 of 549 W. NC. 73 Hwy. Ellerbe, died Sunday December 9, at her
home. Born May 30, 1938 in Robeson Co., NC a daughter of the late Tommy and Gladys Knight
Blankenship, she was a
homemaker and a lifelong member of Ellerbe First Baptist Church.
A service to celebrate the life of JoAnn Williams will be conducted
3:00pm. Thursday, December 13, 2012, at the First Baptist
Church in Ellerbe with the Rev. Tim Hendricks and Rev. Jim Brown officiating.
Burial will follow in Ellerbe Cemetery.
She is survived by her husband John S. "Johnny" Williams,
Jr of the home, sons; Mike Williams and wife Leisa of Ellerbe, Charles Williams
and wife Beth of Ellerbe, a daughter, Nina Williams of Wilmington, NC., brothers; Tommy Blankenship of Troy, Wally Blankenship of Mt. Gilead, Steve
Blankenship of Troy and a sister, Betty Lou Parsons of Troy. Also surviving are her
grandchildren; Marie Williams, Rebecca Cagle and husband Keith, Joshua Gray
Williams, Carlie Williams, Reba Williams, Courtney Craven and Candace Craven.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
SSDI; Blankenship, Gladys K., 81,
23May1921 - 22Nov2002, Mount Gilead, Montgomery, NC, NC-246-26-8995
2010, Hamlet, Richmond
Co., NC, Obituary
Richmond
County Daily Journal, Saturday, Feb. 6, 2010,
http://www.yourdailyjournal.com/view/full_story/5803306/article-Leah-James?
Mrs. Leah Lila Hill James, 75 of 696 Boyd Lake Road, Hamlet, died
Thursday, Feb. 4, 2010 in Rockingham Manor. Funeral services will be conducted
on Monday, February 8, at 1 p.m. in the Bobby Lammonds Memorial Chapel at
Russell-Marks Funeral Home with Rev. Joe Wilkes officiating. Interment
will follow in Richmond County Memorial Park.
Leah was born in Spokane, Washington on August 1, 1934 to the late
Gerald and Lenora Spencer Hill, but was raised by foster parents Mom
and Les Blankenship. She
retired from UCO Fabrics in 2001.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2010, Hamlet, Richmond Co., NC, Obituary
Richmond County Daily Journal (Rockingham, NC) - April 20, 2010
Mrs. Annie Barmer Smith, 89, of 113 Greenfield Road, Hamlet, died
Saturday, April 17, 2010 at Hospice Haven. Mrs. Smith was born July 6, 1920, in
Chesterfield County, daughter of Mertie Johnson and Gertrude Cagle Johnson. She
was a member of The Church of God of Prophecy in Hamlet and previously worked
as a winder at Beanuit Mills.
Visitation will be Tuesday, April 20, 2010 at 11 a.m. with the
funeral beginning at noon at The Church of God of Prophecy in Hamlet with Rev.
Steve Crews officiating. Burial will follow at Richmond Memorial Park.
She is preceded in death by her late husbands, Clarence D. Barmer
and Harrison D. Smith.
She is survived by her four daughters,
Shirley B. Smith of Salisbury, Joyce
B. Blankenship of Albemarle,
Carolyn B. Smith of Concord and Phyllis B. Paul of Concord; 12 grandchildren;
19 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; and her pet dog
"Tiny".
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Robeson
+2013, Parkton, Robeson Co., NC, Obituary
Published in Fayetteville Observer on June 9,
2013
Mark Randall "Randy" Prince Sr., 58, of Parkton, died
Thursday, June 6, 2013. Born in Hartford, Conn., he was the son of Junior and
Margaret Lockamy.
He was preceded in death by his father. He was the president of
Underground Construction. Randy also was a lover of drag racing and looked
forward to it on the weekends with friends and family.
He is survived by his wife, Jamie Prince of the home; daughters, Nicki Prince-Blankenship and husband
Brandon of Miami and Amanda Yandle of
Fayetteville; sons, Mark Randall Prince Jr. of Fayetteville and Brandon Dix of
Aberdeen; mother, Margaret Eason Lockamy, and sister, Frances Grainger and
husband Larry, all of Charleston, S.C.; and six grandchildren, Zoe, Madison,
Morgan, Lexi, Hailey and Kayden; and many friends.
A funeral service will be held at 5 p.m. Monday, June 10, 2013, at
Pinecrest Funeral & Cremation Services in Hope Mills
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Fairmont, Robeson Co., NC, Obituary
Published in The News & Observer on January
16, 2013 [Wednesday]
Barbara Eads Maddrey, 76, died Sunday [13Jan2013], at her residence after a long fight with
cancer. She was born in Crab Orchard, West Virginia on August 2, 1936. Ms.
Maddrey worked for 16 years at Mallinckrodt Chemicals retiring in 2001. She
also worked part-time at A. E. Finley YMCA for 17 years. She was an active
member of Fairmont United Methodist Church and was a volunteer with Meals on
Wheels. She was a friend to many and never met a stranger and will be missed by
all who knew her.
She is survived by her daughter,
Brenda Blankenship of Raleigh.
A memorial service will be held 2:00 pm on Saturday, January 19,
2013 at Fairmont United Methodist Church with Rev. Beth Gaines and rev. Steve
Hickle officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Rockingham
+2010, Eden, Rockingham Co., NC, Obituary
Greensboro News & Record (NC) - September 27, 2010
Rev. Jessie Douglas Thurman, 89, went home to be with his heavenly
Father and those loved ones who had gone on before him, on Saturday, September
24, 2010. Funeral services will be held on 2 p.m., Tuesday, September 28, 2010
at Pleasant View Baptist Church, with burial to follow in Ridgeview Memorial
Gardens.
Rev. Thurman was a member of King Memorial Baptist Church and
attended Pleasant View Baptist Church since 2002. During his tenure at King
Memorial he served as a Sunday school teacher, superintendent of the Sunday
school, treasurer of the building committee, was an ordained deacon, and became
an ordained minister in the mid-1970s. He was a volunteer for the Council on
Aging, serving four nurtrition sites in Rockingham County. Rev. Thurman
attended the sites on a monthly basis, providing devontionals and prayers. He
also was the first recipient of the Spirit & Integrity award in honor of
Cass Forkin, the founder of The Twilight Wish Foundation located in Doylestown,
Pa. in 2007. Rev. Thurman retired from Ridgway Clocks at the age of 76 where he
was involved in engineering and design. After his retirement, he built
grandfather clocks and repaired clocks in his spare time. During his entire
career of working in the furniture industry, he continued his education and
designed and created the woodworking classes available in NC colleges.
He was preceded in death by his wife of 61 years, Cornelia Smith
Thurman; son, Richard Alton Thurman; two brothers, Robert and Carnice Thurman
of Martinsville, VA; and parents,
John Henry Tazwell Thurman and Ada Blankenship Thurman,
also of Martinsville.
He is survived by daughters, Eunice Rice, and Glenda Seigner and
husband Connie; son, Roger Thurman and wife Gail all of Eden; sisters, Kat
Spencer and Edna Keys of Martinsville and Mamie Ross of Rocky Mount, VA. His
remaining survivors are grandchildren, Tanya Smith and husband Ken, Sonya
Vernon and husband Jerry, Chris Rice and wife Angie, all of Eden; Jennifer
Parish and husband Winfield of Yanceyville; Contessa Seigner of Holly Springs;
Rodney Thurman and wife Mandy of Surprise, AZ; Tiffany Morrison and husband
Ryan of Cary; Cynthia Hubbard of Hildebran; L. J. Thurman and wife Brandi of
Conover; and Jesse Thurman of Charleston, SC; great-grandchildren, Heather
Crawford and husband Willie; Kayla & Kaysi Vernon, Josh & Christoher
Rice, Ryan Burroughs and husband Brook, MaKenna Jones, B.J. Smith all of Eden;
Frankie Burroughs II and Brandon Benge of Greensboro; Josh and Jacob Thurman of
Surprise AZ; Yves, Alyssa & Kyra Morrison of Cary; Jacob, Serena and Emily Thurman
of Conover; great-great-grandchildren include, Maddy Crawford, Ryalyn and
Bentley Burroughs and Jaylon Warren all of Eden; Macy Chrismon of Greensboro;
and numerous nieces and nephews throughout the United States.
[SSDI, 29Mar1921 - 25Sep2010] (date of
death differs)
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2012, Eden, Rockingham Co., NC, Obituary
Greensboro News & Record (NC) - March 15, 2012
Mr. Richard Lee Moore, 61, of 2229 E. Stadium Drive passed away on
Tuesday morning, March 13, 2012 at Morehead
Memorial Hospital [Carteret Co., NC]. The funeral service will be held at 2
p.m. on Sunday, March 18, 2012 at Boone & Cooke, Inc. Funeral Home.
Interment will follow in Dan View Cemetery.
Mr. Moore was born in Louisa, Kentucky on Jan. 10, 1951, a son of
Richard Oney and the late Susan White Oney. He was a U.S. Navy Vietnam veteran
with eight years active duty and 12 years in the Naval Reserve. He was retired
from the Department of Defense. He was very athletic and loved all sports. He
played for the Oceana Naval Base Basketball team.
He is survived by his daughter, Kristi Moore and granddaughter
Brandalyn Hodges of Eden; his sons, Eric Moore and Nicholas Moore, both of
Eden; his special friend, Virginia Dishmon Moore of Eden; his father, Richard Oney
of Ironton, Ohio; his siblings,
Pauline Dickerson of Ashland, Kentucky, Ruby and Tony Kerns of Hanging Rock,
Ohio, Peggy Ison, Jane and
Jimmy Blankenship and Tommy
Moore all of Ironton, Ohio, Betty and Bud Browning of Wayne WV; and numerous
nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Susan Oney, his sisters,
Nancy Conn and Lily Mae Gee and his brother, Junior Moore.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2010, Reidsville, Rockingham Co., NC, Obituary
“Marty” Marie Blankenship, age 49 of 330 Lindsey St., Reidsville,
NC, passed away Thursday December 23, 2010 at her home, after a brief illness.
She was born October 6, 1961 in Wyoming County, WV to George Alfred Pennington
and Janice Marie Tyree Pennington of Glen Rogers, WV. Mrs. Blankenship worked in the family business.
She was preceded in death by her brother, Willie Pennington,
paternal grandmother, Lissie Pennington; maternal grandparents, Cleet and Edith
Tyree; two uncles, Ronald Tyree and Jack Tyree; father in law, Dennis Ray Blankenship; brother in law, Donald Eugene Blankenship; and a niece, Tabitha Roberts.
In addition to her parents she is survived by her husband Billy Ray Blankenship formerly of New Richmond, WV; one son, Grayson Morgan Blankenship of the home; two daughters, Halley Celeste Foye and husband Michael of Greensboro,
NC, Alley Denny Blankenship of the
home; two grandchildren, Jackson Foye and CeCe Foye of Greensboro, NC; one
brother, Michael Pennington of Mt. Airy, NC; one sister, Juanita Tilley and
husband Mike of Glen Rogers, WV; seven nephews, Tyler Pennington, Austin
Pennington, Evan Pennington and Andrew Duke Pennington all of Mt. Airy, NC,
Michael Tilley and wife Brittany of Raven Cliff, WV, Scott Tilley and wife to
be Nikki of Glen Rogers, WV, Trey Roberts of
NC; four nieces, Maddie Pennington
of Mt. Airy, NC and Ashley Tilley of Glen Rogers, WV, Hope Pearson and
husband Garry of NC, Morgan Roberts of NC and Oxford, England; grand niece,
Emily Tilley of Glen Rogers, WV; mother in law, Kate Blankenship Roberts and husband Herman of NC; brothers in law, Timmy Blankenship, Jeffery Blankenship
and wife Caprice, Herman Roberts, Jr. and wife Paula, Jeff Roberts and wife Rachelle all of NC.
Funeral services will be conducted 1:00pm Monday December 27, 2010
at Glen Rogers Community Church. Preacher Larry England and her husband Billy Blankenship will officiate. Burial will follow in the
Bowers Family Cemetery in Twin Falls State Park.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2010, Reidsville, Rockingham Co., NC, Obituary
Greensboro News
& Record (NC) - December 26, 2010
Marnitta "Marty" Marie Blankenship, 49, of 330 Lindsey St., Reidsville passed
away Thursday December 23, 2010 at her home, after a brief illness. She was
born October 6, 1961 in Wyoming County, WV to George Alfred Pennington and
Janice Marie Tyree Pennington of Glen Rogers, WV. Mrs. Blankenship worked in the family business, Balloons by
Kris/Outlaw Festivals and Shows.
She was preceded in death by her brother, Willie Pennington,
paternal grandmother, Lissie Pennington; maternal grandparents, Cleet and Edith
Tyree; two uncles, Ronald Tyree and Jack Tyree; father-in-law, Dennis
Ray Blankenship; brother-in-law,
Donald Eugene Blankenship; and a niece, Tabitha Roberts.
In addition to her parents, she is survived by her husband of 25 years, Kris Robbins Blankenship; one son,
Grayson Morgan Blankenship of the home; two daughters, Halley
Celeste Foye and husband
Michael of Greensboro, Alley
Denny Blankenship also of the
home; two grandchildren, Jackson Foye and CeCe Foye of Greensboro; one brother,
Michael Pennington of Mt. Airy; one sister, Juanita Tilley and husband Mike of
Glen Rogers, WV; mother-in-law, Kate Blankenship Roberts and husband Herman of NC; brothers-in-law, Timmy Blankenship, Jeffery Blankenship
and wife Caprice, Herman Roberts, Jr. and wife Paula, Jeff Roberts and wife
Rachelle all of North Carolina.
Funeral services will be conducted 1 p.m., Monday, December 27,
2010 at Glen Rogers Community Church in Glen Rogers, WV. Preacher Larry England
and her husband Kris Blankenship will officiate. Burial will follow in the
Bowers Family Cemetery in Twin Falls State Park.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2011, Reidsville, Rockingham Co., NC, Obituary
Greensboro News & Record (NC) - May 17, 2011
Reidsville - James "Bill" Worth Moore, 80, of 2320 S.
Scales Street died Sunday, May 15, 2011 at the home. Funeral services will be
held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, May 18, 2011 at Wilkerson Funeral Home Chapel with
Rev. Mickey Alcorn and Rev. Bill McKinney officiating. Interment will follow in
Evergreen Memory Gardens. Bill was born June 3, 1930 to the late John Cecil and
Elizabeth Sutton Moore.
He was retired form Dan River Mills in Danville, VA where he worked
as an electrician for years; was a Veteran of the US Army in the 5th Calvary
during the Korean Conflict and attended Bible Baptist Church and was a member
of Christian Fellowship Church. He spent his time reading his Bible, tinkering
around the house; he was a very loving and giving person, father and husband.
Along with his parents, Bill was preceded in death by his brothers,
Robert "Rabbit" Moore, Penn Moore, Tommy Moore, Howard Moore and
Woodrow "Woody" Moore; sisters,
Mabel Moore Crouse and Arlena
Moore Blankenship.
Bill is survived by his loving wife, Virginia "Peggy"
Carter Moore of the home; sons, Toby Moore and wife, Angie of Dry Fork, VA,
Bryon Moore and wife, Melissa, of Greensboro and Donion Moore of Greensboro;
daughters, Robin Miller and husband, Keith of Madison, Vicki Rogers and
husband, Dean of Reidsville; grandchildren, Michael and Matt Smith, Kelsie and
Kaleb Moore, Shaneise, Ciara and Maia Moore, Gunnar Rogers, April Rakestraw and
Renee Powe; three great grandchildren; brothers, Johnny Moore and wife, Peggy
and Cecil Moore and wife, Carrie; sisters, Doris Manring, Betty Dyson and Elsie
London and husband, Paul.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2012, Reidsville, Rockingham Co., NC, Obituary
Greensboro News & Record (NC) - August 7, 2012
Doris Moore Manring, 86 (1926), of 188 Vaden Road, died on Sunday, August 5, 2012, at her home.
Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, August 8, 2012 at 11
a.m. at Wilkerson Funeral Home with Rev. Ralph Clayton officiating. Pallbearers
will be Steve McBride, Michael Manring, Eric Williamson, Donion Moore, James
Dyson and Jerry Dyson. Burial will follow in Lakeview Memorial Park.
Mrs. Manring was born in Rockingham County to the late John and
Martha Sutton Moore. She retired from The American Tobacco Company after 40
years of service.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her
husband, Raymond Manring; brothers, Woodrow, Penn, Howard, Tommy, Bill and
Rabbitt Moore; sisters, Mable Crouse
and Arlena Blankenship.
She is survived by her son, Tim Manring, of the home; daughter,
Nancy McBride and husband, Steve; grandchildren, Honey Williamson and husband,
Eric and Michael Manring; great grandchildren, Hannah Anne Williamson and
Carter Joseph Williamson; brothers, Cecil Moore and wife, Carrie Lee and Johnny
Moore and wife, Peggy; sisters, Betty Dyson and Elsie London and husband, Paul.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Reidsville,
Rockingham Co., NC, Obituary
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/121461267
Denny
Blankenship, 61, of Reidsville, died Friday, Dec. 6,
2013, at his residence. He was born in Richlands on June 14, 1952, to the late Sam Blankenship and Louise Casey Turner of
Martinsville.
He was the
Project Manager at Kirkland Construction Co.
In addition to
his father, he was preceded in death by a sister, Greta Woosley; and one brother, Sam Blankenship Jr.
Surviving in
addition to his mother are two sons, Trevor
Blankenship of Winston Salem, NC and Sherman Denny Blankenship of Leland, NC; two sisters,
Dot Groves of Youngstown, Ohio and Jean Anderson of Tazewell; two brothers,
his twin brother, Danny Blankenship of Ridgeway, and Jimmy Willis of Martinsville; and one grandchild.
Funeral services
will be held at 2 pm, Tuesday, Dec. 10, 2013, in the Community Funeral Service
Chapel. Interment will follow in Mountain View Cemetery in Ridgeway.
+2013, Reidsville,
Rockingham Co., NC, Obituary
Greensboro News & Record (NC) - December 6, 2013
Ruby Turner Brown, 93, passed away, Thursday, December 5, 2013 at
Annie Penn Hospital.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m., Saturday, December 7, 2013
at Calvary Baptist Church with Rev. Greg Robertson officiating. Interment will
follow in Roselawn Memorial Gardens.
Mrs. Brown was born in Redwood, Virginia to the late Ulysses W. and
Bertha Blankenship Turner. She was a retiree of Cone Mills and a
life long member of Calvary Baptist Church.
Along with her parents she was preceded in death by her husband,
Robert H. Brown; a sister, Carnell Turner Mansfield; brothers, Posey, Leonard,
Levi and Michael Turner.
Survivors include her children, Donald K. Brown and R. Wayne Brown;
daughter, Frances Brown Chatmon; five grandchildren; ten great grandchildren;
eight great great grandchildren; sister Shirley Turner Wall and special friend,
Tim Turman.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
1930 Census, Gills Creek, Franklin Co.,
VA,
Turner, Ulysees W. 34, M, VA, Head,
Turner, Bertha 26, F, VA, Wife,
Turner, Ruby E. 09, F, VA, Dau,
Turner, Possie E. 07, M, VA, Son,
Turner, Edith C. 04, F, VA, Dau,
Turner, Andrew L. 02, M, VA, Son,
https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/C63N-NPZ
2013, Stoneville, Rockingham Co., NC, Obituary
Published in Danville and Rockingham County
on January 20, 2013
Ronald "Ronnie" Chatham Morris, age 57 of 984 Eden Road,
Stoneville, NC, passed away on Friday morning, January 18, 2013 at Hospice Home
of Rockingham County.
A funeral service will be held 2 pm Sunday at Trinity Wesleyan
Church with burial to follow at Ridgeview Memorial Gardens.
Ronnie was born March 16, 1955 in the Leaksville section of Eden to
the late Norman and Geraldine Chatham Morris. He was a graduate of Morehead
High School Class of 1973 and received an Associate Degree from RCC. Ronnie was
employed by Proctor and Gamble.
Surviving is wife, Joni DeHart Morris of the home; daughter, Kelly Blankenship and husband
Chris; brothers, Ricky Morris and wife Brenda,
Gary Morris and wife Kelli; uncles, Bud Chatham and Bill Morris and wife
Lucille; aunt, Nancy Cole and numerous nieces and nephews.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Rowan
2014, Cleveland, Rowan Co., NC, Obituary
Statesville Record & Landmark (NC) - February 20, 2014
Carolyn Joyce Plyler Brown, 81, of Cleveland, passed away Sunday,
Feb. 16, 2014, at the Gordon Hospice House in Statesville, [Iredell Co., NC]. She was born Oct. 2, 1932 in Kannapolis,
the daughter of the late Edna Odell Plyler and E. D. Plyler.
Joyce was a member of Third Creek Presbyterian Church in Cleveland
for over 60 years. She was regional vice president of Bank of America in
Statesville, where she retired after 44 years of service.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Jacob Hoyt
Brown; brother, Clark Plyler; and sisters, Lucille Christy, Doris Simpson, and
Matie Hill.
Those left to cherish her memories are daughter, Rita Blankenship (Jerry) of
Cleveland; sisters, Bonnie Whitman, Lorene Deal, Margie Hartsell, and Wilma
Tonye; grandchildren, Ian Blankenship of Ft. Riley, Kan., and Meredith Dunning
of Streator, Ill.; great-grandchildren,
Anna Davidson, Rachel Williams, Jacob Dunning, and Seth Blankenship; and family friend and caregiver, Patti
Ruddick of Cleveland.
A memorial service will begin at 3 p.m. Sunday, at Third Creek
Presbyterian Church, 2055 Third Creek Church Road, Cleveland, NC 27013 with the
Rev. Don McCann officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2011, Mt. Ulla, Rowan Co., NC, Obituary
Bluefield Daily
Telegraph (WV) - July 18, 2011
Raymond "Keith" O'Dell, 42, loving and beloved husband,
father and brother passed away unexpectedly Friday, July 15, 2011 at his
residence. Born May 11, 1969 in Princeton, he was the son of the late Roy
Raymond O'Dell and Louise "Spot" Hudgins O'Dell.
Keith was a graduate of Princeton High School Class of 1987. He had
been a loyal employee of Freightliner for more than 18 years. Keith enjoyed
NASCAR, football (especially the Mountaineer's), friends and family, but the
love of his life was spending time, playing with and 'chauffeuring' his kids.
He was also a wonderful "Mr. Mom." Left to cherish is memory is his
loving and devoted wife, Mitzi Blankenship O'Dell whom he married June 18,
1993. He was a loving father to Jason Keith O'Dell and Jodi Lynn O'Dell of the
home.
He will be forever missed and always in the hearts of his sisters,
Brenda Bailey and husband Frank, Kathy O'Dell, Jean Neal; his nephews, Frank
Lee Bailey and Michael Bailey; and a niece, Clara Bragg, all of Princeton; his
sister-in-law, Tammie Snyder and husband Allen of Mount Ulla, N.C.; and his father-in-law and mother-in-law, Fred and Gypsie Blankenship of Princeton.
A service of celebration will be held at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday,
July 20, 2011 from the Burns Wornal Chapel of the Memorial Funeral Directory on
the Athens Road in Princeton with Pastor John King officiating. Following the
services, the family will honor Keith's request, and his body will be cremated.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2010, Salisbury, Rowan Co., NC, Obituary
Greensboro News & Record (NC) - May 7, 2010
Salisbury - Mrs. Florence "Geraldine" McGuire Hundley,
77, went home to be with the Lord at her residence Thursday, May 6, 2010
surrounded by her family. Born May 21, 1932 in Draper, NC, which is now known
as Eden, NC, she was the daughter of the late Elijah Daniel McGuire and Lizzie
Missouri Hankins McGuire.
She was educated at Draper High School and graduated from Rowan
Technical Community College. Mrs. Hundley was employed at S & H Green Stamp
Store and was a homemaker. She was a founding member of Rowan Christian Church
and was dedicated in sending cards and making calls to the church members. She
was active in the Women's Circle. Mrs. Hundley was considered a true servant of
God a blessing to all who knew her. Her greatest love was her Lord and Savior,
and her family and friends. She devoted her life to caring about others. She
enjoyed listening to the Gaither's and Daniel O'Donnell's music. Her four
daughters were her pride and joy and she loved them with all her heart.
Preceding her in death was her husband, Lawrence W. Hundley, who
passed February 25, 1988; and one grandson, Taylor Jordan Long.
Those left to cherish her memory are her daughters, Linda H. Rule
(Jimmy) of Salisbury, Kathy H. Costantino (Tommy) of Salisbury, Teresa H.
Burris (Jim) of Rockwell, and Mickey Jo H. Long (Thomas) of Salisbury; her
Sweetheart, Robert E. Light of Chesapeake, VA; one sister, Vivian McGuire
Shough; 8 grandchildren, James Spell, Jeff Rule, Chad Costantino (Krystal), John
Wayne Costantino, Joy Costantino, Cassie Costantino, Tiffany Burris Bradley
(Bucky) and Cortney Burris Ledbetter (Trey); 8 great-grandchildren, Hunter Rule, Logan Bradley, Bryson Pope, Eavan
Costantino, Leah Costantino, Abigail Costantino, Chandler Costantino, and Haley Blankenship ; and two nieces, Diana Biggs (Tim) and
Denise Pierce.
The funeral service honoring Mrs. Hundley will be held on Monday,
May 10, 2010 at 11:30 a.m. at Summersett Memorial Chapel with Minister Cliff
Vogh officiating. Interment will follow at the US National Cemetery-Government
Road location.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2011, Salisbury, Rowan Co., NC, Obituary
http://www.lyerlyfuneralhome.com/obituaries.php?page=0&op=view&id=959
Lucy Blankenship Page, 91, of Salisbury, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday,
February 22, 2011 at The Laurels of Salisbury. Born October 15, 1919 in Iredell
County, she was the daughter of the late Mamie Call Blankenship and A. G. Blankenship.
Mrs. Page was educated in the Iredell County schools. A homemaker
and avid gardener, she was a member of Liberty United Methodist Church.
Preceding her in death were her husband, Hardy William Page, Sr.,
who died December 10, 1986; and two sisters, Fay Williams
and Mary Steward.
Survivors include her son H. William Page, Jr. (Doris); daughters,
Jane Ketchie (Frank), all of Salisbury, Marie Bowen (Daniel) of Kernersville;
brothers, Paul Blankenship (AnnaBell) of Pennsylvania and Charles Blankenship (Nannie) of Woodleaf; sister Emily Dotson of Winston-Salem; six grandchildren, Mark Ketchie, Gary
Ketchie (Kim), all of Salisbury, Robin Cain (Ricky) of Rockwell, Kelli Bame
(Robert) of Salisbury, Johnny Bowen (JoAnna) and Amy Bowen, all of
Kernersville; twelve great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren.
Visitation and Service: 10-11:00 AM Thursday, February 24, 2011 at
Lyerly Funeral Home. The service will begin at 11:00 AM in the James C. Lyerly
Chapel, with the Rev. Brad Cunningham officiating. Burial will follow at Rowan
Memorial Park.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Salisbury, Rowan Co., NC, Obituary
Published in Salisbury Post on July 11, 2013
Barbara Ann McNeice Alonso, age 77, of Salisbury, passed away
Monday, July 9, 2013, at Autumn Care of Salisbury. She was born Nov. 9, 1935,
in New York, N.Y., the daughter of the late Helen McNiece Murphy.
She attended St. Catherine of Sienna High School and worked for
Circus Circus as a Hotel PBX Operator for 35 years.
Preceding her in death was her husband, Sergio Alonso, on Aug. 27,
1991; to whom she was married Jan. 26, 1965.
Those left to cherish her memory are her sons, Clayton
Blankenship of Salisbury and
Richard Alonso of Las Vegas, Nev.; daughters Donna Cook of Salisbury, Kristina
Lowe (Stanley) of Salisbury and Belinda Huff (Lance) of Las Vegas, Nev.;
brother Timothy Murphy of Land of Lakes, Fla.; grandchildren Gage Huff, Danielle O'Hara (Anthony), Travis Blankenship, Rachael Lowe (Karl Perkins), Audrie Huff
and Tori-Lynn Lowe; great-grandchildren Oliver O'Hara and Steven Perkins.
Memorial Service: 1 p.m. Friday, July 12 at Sacred Heart Catholic
Church.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Woodleaf, Rowan Co., NC, Obituary
Published in Salisbury Post on April 19, 2013
Mrs. Nannie Lou
Blankenship, 80, of Woodleaf,
peacefully went into the arms of our Lord and Savior Thursday, April 18, 2013,
at Novant Health Rowan Medical Center [Salisbury, Rowan Co., NC]. She was born May 18, 1932, in Forsyth
County to the late Mattie Mae Wagoner Doub and William Grady Doub.
Mrs. Blankenship
worked at Hanes Mill in Winston-Salem and later was a homemaker. She enjoyed
making quilts and giving to people as gifts. Mrs. Blankenship was a member of South River United Methodist Church and a member
of South River Senior Citizens Club.
She was preceded in death by her sister, Susie Adams.
Surviving are her husband
of 59 years, Charles Wesley
Blankenship; sons Calvin Wesley Blankenship of Woodleaf and Danny
Eugene Blankenship (wife
Rebecca) of Salisbury; and daughter Cathy Darlene Blankenship Allen (fiance; Brian), of Woodleaf. Also
surviving are five brothers, Carlyle Doub, George Doub, Terry Doub, Albert Doub
and Sheb Doub; two sisters, Lorine Lashley and Mildred Henderson; and three grandchildren, Starla Rogers (husband
Brandon), Brian Blankenship and Julia Blankenship.
A funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. Monday (April 22) at
Summersett Memorial Chapel. Burial will follow at 2 p.m. at the U.S. National
Cemetery, Statesville Boulevard location.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Salisbury, Rowan Co.,
NC, Obituary
Published in Salisbury Post on Oct. 14, 2013
Mr. David Ray Muncy, 32, of Salisbury, passed away following a
short illness, Saturday Oct. 12, 2013 at his home. David was born on Oct. 17,
1980 in Bluefield, W.Va. to the late Larry and Mary Ann Muncy.
He was a Christian of the Church of God faith, and a worked as a
truck driver. He was a graduate of South Rowan High School and a full-time
student of Rowan Cabarrus Community College where he was a member of Phi Beta
Kapa fraternity. He served as President of the Collegiate Honor Society. David
was a very kind and loving man, full of life and laughter. He spent a lot of
time counseling young children, and traveled all over, lived a full life and
never met a stranger. His family meant everything to him and he was loved by so
many.
In addition to his father, Larry, he was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, Kenneth Harold Blankenship and paternal grandparents Charlie and
Gladys Muncy.
Survivors include his mother, Mary Ann Fisher, and step father
John; brother, Roger Muncy and fiance Diane of Statesville; step sisters, Amy
Fisher and Kaycie Fisher; step brother, John (JB) Fisher; grandmother, Mattie
Shortridge and husband, David Carl; nephews, Jason Torrence and Tyler Muncy;
niece, Lakelyn Kennedy; one great niece, Rylie Torrence and many aunts, uncles
and cousins.
Service: A celebration of life service will be held on Thursday,
Oct. 17 at 10 a.m. at the Linn Honeycutt Funeral Home in China Grove with Rev.
Aaron Phillips, Minister, officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
SSDI: Blankenship,
Kenneth H., 55, 08Feb1939 - 02Nov1994, Bradshaw, McDowell, WV, WV-236-58-0610
Rutherford
2010, Bostic, Rutherford Co., NC, Obituary
The Daily Courier, (Forest City, NC) - September 28, 2010
Marina Sue Rollins Smith, 74 of 107 Gold Medallion Dr., Bostic,
died Saturday, Sept. 25, 2010, at Rutherford Hospital. She was a native of
Rutherford County, a daughter of Virgil Lee and Mary Ina Blankenship Rollins. She was a homemaker.
She is survived by her husband, Billy Ray Smith of the home,
daughters, Wanda Ina Smith McGee of Nebo; Cheryl Smith Short of Bostic, and
Melinda Smith Greene of Ellenboro; four grandsons; six great-grandchildren; and
one brother, Clell Rollins of Chester, S. C.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday at First Broad
Baptist Church with the Rev. Cecil Buff and Rev. Kevin Towery officiating.
Burial will follow in the church cemetery.
[SSDI, 01Dec1935 - 25Sep2010]
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2011, Bostic, Rutherford Co., NC, Obituary
The Daily Courier, (Forest City, NC) - October 14, 2011
Ted Hunt, 65, of Camp McCall Road, Bostic, died Tuesday, October
11, 2011, at Carolinas Medical Center in Charlotte.
A native of Burke County, he was a son of the late Dewey Lee Hunt and Rosa Lee Blankenship Hunt. He worked in textiles and attended First
Broad Baptist Church.
Besides his mother, survivors include one son, Teddy Ray Hunt, Jr.
of Bostic; two daughters, Audrey West of Forest City and Kimberly Hughes of
Morganton; three brothers, Joe Hunt, Larry Dean Hunt and Jerry Hunt, all of
Bostic; three sisters, Nellie Hicks of Albuquerque, N. M., Betty Sue Varnell of
Whiteville, and Carolyn Lytle of Marion; seven grandchildren; and five great
grandchildren.
Funeral services will be conducted at 3 p.m. on Saturday, at First
Broad Baptist Church with the Revs. Kevin Towery and Charles
Battle officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2010, Ellenboro, Rutherford Co., NC, Obituary
The Daily Courier, (Forest City, NC) - February 21, 2010
Annie Belle Jones Robbins, 93, of Piney Mountain Church Road,
Ellenboro, died Saturday, Feb. 20, 2010 at Fair Haven Home. She was a daughter
of the late Ralph and Emma Forbes Jones and the widow of Roy Lester Robbins.
She was a member of Walls Baptist Church.
She is survived by a son, Randy Dean Robbins of Spruce Pine; three sisters, Emma Sue Ayers and Katie Lou
Wells, both of Ellenboro, and Joann
Blankenship of Henrietta; five
brothers, Ray Keever of Oak Ridge, Tenn., Ted Jones, the Rev. Perry Jones, and
John Jones, all of Forest City, and Bob Jones of Ellenboro; and one grandchild.
The funeral service will be held at 3 p.m. Monday at Walls Baptist
Church. Rev. Eugene Passmore and Dr. Robert Toney will officiate. Burial will
follow in the church cemetery.
[SSDI, 12Apr1916 - 20Feb2010]
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2010, Forest City,
Rutherford Co., NC, Death
Charlotte Observer , February 7, 2010,
Louise Buchanan Blankenship, 88, died February 5, 2010. Funeral Sunday 3pm,
visitation 2-3pm, Long Branch Road Baptist Church. McMahan's
Funeral Home in charge.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2010, Forest City,
Rutherford Co., NC, Obituary
http://www.arrangeonline.com/obituary/obituary.asp?ObituaryID=69647093
McMahan''s Funeral Home &
Cremation Services
Annita Louise Buchanan Blankenship, (1921 – 2010) age 88, of Long Branch Rd. Forest City, NC,
died Friday, February 5, 2010, at Hospice House of Rutherford County in Forest
City, NC. She was a member of the Long Branch Road Baptist Church. She was
retired from Doncaster Tanner Companies after 20 years..
Mrs. Blankenship enjoyed sewing, watching birds, growing
roses and her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Born May 21, 1921 in
Mitchell County, NC She was a daughter of the late
Clayton Buchanan and Lila Buchanan.
She was preceded in death by her brothers Glen and Millard
Buchanan.
She was the loving mother of
Daughter: Carolyn Rollins, Forest City, NC and Son: Charles Blankenship, Zellwood, FL She is also survived by:
Four Sisters: Delores Thomas, Hickory, NC Veda Kaylor, Hickory, NC Georgia
Turner, Old Fort, NC June Lowman, Hickory, NC Five Brothers: Avery Buchanan,
Spruce Pine, NC Bill Buchanan, Hickory, NC Wade Buchanan, Hickory, NC Haden
Buchanan, Hickory, NC Richard Smith, Hickory, NC Five Grand Children: Greg
Rollins, Lori Migala, Rhonda Whitaker, Kirk Hayes, and Will Blankenship. Five Great-Grand Children: RaeAnna
Walters, Ashlen Whitaker, Shannon Lowery, Geoffrey Rollins, and Isaac Rollins.
A Funeral service will be held at Long Branch Road Baptist Church
at 3:00 PM, Sunday, February 7, 2010, with Rev. Jerry Ruppe officiating.
Interment will be at 2:00 Pm Tuesday, February 9, 2010 at Cane Creek Cemetery,
Bakersville, NC.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2010, Forest City,
Rutherford Co., NC, Obituary
http://hosting-9639.tributes.com/obituary/show/Gay-Blankenship-89849232
Gay Blankenship,
age 72, of Henrietta, NC, died on Sunday, November 14, 2010 at Rutherford
Hospital. Gay was born on May 10, 1938 to the late Dug Blankenship and Myrtle Wallace Blankenship.
He was the operator/owner of Gay's Used Tire Service for over 50
years and was of the Baptist Faith. He enjoyed repairing and restoring old
trucks and was a hard worker.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two sisters, Chloe
Holcombe and Geraldine Blankenship and one
brother, Ray Blankenship.
Survivors include his loving wife,
Joann Jones Blankenship; four daughters,
Angela Cash and husband, Ernest, of Henrietta, Lisa Oliver and husband, Tony, of Union Mills, Tracy Roper and husband, Terry, of Gilkey and Kathy Leach and fianc', Warren Faucett of Traveler's Rest, SC; two sisters, Helen Austin
of Burnsville, NC and Irene Austin of Morganton, NC. He is also
survived by 13 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.
2011, Forest City, Rutherford Co., NC, Obituary
Herald-Journal (Spartanburg, SC) - May 18, 2011
William Terry Butler, 66, of Forest City, NC, died Monday, May 16,
2011. A lifelong resident of Rutherford County, NC, he was a veteran of the
United States Navy.
He was preceded in death by his father, Terry Coffey
"Bud" Butler who owned and operated Bud's Taxi Service for several
years.
Surviving are his mother,
Helen Blankenship Panther of Charlotte, NC, formerly of Landrum, SC;
a sister and brother-in-law, Patricia and Jim Vandiver of Charlotte, NC.
Memorial services will be held Thursday, May 19, 2011, at 2:30
o'clock at The Padgett & King Chapel with the Reverend Bob Philbeck
officiating. Private interment will be in the Pleasant Grove United Methodist
Church Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2011, Forest City, Rutherford Co., NC, Obituary
The Daily Courier, (Forest City, NC) - March 26, 2011
Mr. Bobby Gene Mull, 77, of Forest City, NC, died on Thursday,
March 24, 2011 at Spartanburg
Regional Medical Center. He was a native of Cleveland County, he was born on
October 03, 1933 and a son of the late Sam and Bessie Fagan Mull. He was a
member of Cliffside Baptist Church and retired from the Town of Forest City
Public Utilities Department.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Diane Blankenship.
He is survived by 2 sons, Randy Mull and wife, Joyce of Mooresboro,
NC, and Sandy Mull and wife, Kim of Forest City, NC; a brother, Bud Mull of
Greenville, SC; one sister-in-law, Helen Ruth Callahan of Cliffside; two
sisters, Brenda Allen and Kathy Callahan, both of Shelby; eight grandchildren,
Ty Eaker, Randy Mull II, David Mull, Michael Mull, Christy Hollifield, Shane
Mull, Gracie Mull, and Amy Jones and ten great grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held at 3:00PM on Saturday, March 26, 2011
at the A. C. McKinney Memorial Chapel at McKinney-Landreth & Carroll
Funeral home with the Rev. Joey Cantrell officiating. Burial will follow at
Cliffside Cemetery.
[SSDI, 03Oct1933 - 24Mar2011]
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2012, Forest City, Rutherford Co., NC, Obituary
http://harrelsonfuneralhome.com/sitemaker/sites/harrel0/obit.cgi?user=627443BlankenshipSr
Lewis Gerald Blankenship, Sr., age 68, of Jaynes Road, Forest City, NC, died Wednesday, May
2, 2012 at Hospice House. Lewis was born May 13, 1943 in Wyoming County,
West Virginia to the late John
Duff Blankenship and Nettie
Marie Browning Blankenship.
He served as a Staff Sergeant in the US Army and was a veteran of
the Vietnam War. He worked as an electrician for the Island Creek Mining
Company for over 20 years and served as the president of the local coal workers
union. He also served as president of the Trapper’s Association and was a
volunteer fire fighter. He enjoyed music, fishing, hunting and researching his
family’s genealogy.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by four sisters, Doris
MacWilliams, Amy Blankenship, Allie Hatfield, Arlene Walls; two brothers, Danny Blankenship and Arley Blankenship.
Survivors include his wife,
Willie Jean Blankenship; the mother of his children, Nancy
Carol Blankenship of
Randleman, NC; two daughters, Belvia Marie Harper and husband, William and Amy Gail Henry and husband, Jason all of Randleman; two sons, Lewis Gerald Blankenship, Jr. of Asheboro, NC and John Victor Blankenship and wife, Tina of Randleman; three step-daughters, Della Marie New
of Gilbert, W. VA., Clarrisa Harvey and husband, Brian of Eva, AL and Amy
Hannah of Forest City; three step-sons, Gerald Hannah, Randolph Hannah and
Carey Hannah all of Forest City. He is also survived by two brothers, Alton Blankenship of Rio Grande, Ohio and Lonnie Blankenship of Little Rock, Arkansas; 18 grandchildren
and one great granddaughter.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Forest City, Rutherford Co., NC, Obituary
http://www.washburndorsey.com/obits/obituary.php?id=378753
Mrs. Darlus Smith Blankenship, 93, of Forest City, died Tuesday, October 22, 2013 at Hospice
House, Forest City.
She was the widow of Calvin Lee Blankenship, who died in 1963. She was the daughter of
the late Julius and Gina Smith, and was also preceded in death by a daughter, Barbara Ann Reynolds. She was a Baptist.
She is survived by her daughter,
Mildred Gordon of Forest City; three sons, Robert Wayne Blankenship of Mayo, SC, Coy
Lee Blankenship of
Rutherfordton, and Hershel
Blankenship of Golden Valley;
there are 12 grandchildren; several great grandchildren, several great great
grandchildren, and several great great great grandchildren.
The Funeral will be conducted at 2:00 pm Friday, October 25, 2013
at Washburn & Dorsey Funeral and Cremation Service. Rev. Bill Chapman will
officiate. Burial will follow in the First Broad Baptist Church Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Michael Hoyle,
Matthew Gordon, Robert Queen, Robert
Blankenship, Jr., Martin
"BJ" Martin, and Tyler Martin.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
SSDI; Blankenship, Calvin, 66-67,
02May1896 - ??May1963, (North Carolina), NC-242-22-7051
2010, Gilkey, Rutherford Co., NC, Obituary
The Daily Courier, (Forest City, NC) - April 6, 2010
Max Earl Justice, 79, died at his Gilkey home Sunday, April 4,
2010. He was a native of Rutherford County, a son of the late Johnny and Martha Blankenship Justice. He was a member of Gilkey Baptist Church
for 50 years and a member of Gilkey United Methodist Church six years. He was a
veteran of the Army. He retired from Stonecutter Mills after 37 years of
employment and was a woodworker. He was the husband of Ruby Adams Justice for
55 years.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by his daughter, Christine
Walsh of Old Fort; twins, Max Justice of Gilkey and Susie Harris of Gilkey; and
five grandsons.
The family will receive friends at Gilkey United Methodist Church
from 2 to 4 p.m. today. The funeral will follow at 4 p.m. with the Revs. Allen Marsh and Billy Honeycutt officiating. Interment will
be at Round Hill Baptist Church, Union Mills.
[SSDI, Max E. Justice - 19Jul1930 - 04Apr2010]
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2010, Henrietta,
Rutherford Co., NC, Obituary
Gay Blankenship,
age 72, of Henrietta, NC, died on Sunday, November 14, 2010 at Rutherford
Hospital. Gay was born on May 10, 1938 to the late Dug Blankenship and Myrtle Wallace Blankenship.
He was the operator/owner of Gay’s Used Tire Service for over 50
years and was of the Baptist Faith. He enjoyed repairing and restoring old
trucks and was a hard worker.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two
sisters, Chloe Holcombe and Geraldine Blankenship and one brother, Ray Blankenship.
Survivors include his loving wife, Joann Jones Blankenship; four daughters, Angela Cash and husband, Ernest, of Henrietta, Lisa Oliver and husband, Tony, of Union Mills, Tracy Roper and husband, Terry, of Gilkey and Kathy Leach and fiancé, Warren Faucett of Traveler’s Rest, SC; two
sisters, Helen Austin of Burnsville, NC and Irene Austin of Morganton, NC. He is also survived by 13 grandchildren
and six great-grandchildren.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2010, Rutherfordton, Rutherford Co.., NC, Obituary
The Daily Courier, (Forest City, NC) - February 17, 2010
Evelyn Frances Enloe, age 78, of Rutherfordton, NC, died Monday,
February 15, 2010, at Hospice House of Rutherford County in Forest City, NC. She was a member of
the Mountain Creek Baptist Church where she participated in the quilting
circle. She was also a former member of Pleasant Grove Baptist Church in Greer,
SC. where she was very active. Mrs. Enloe retired from Belk's in Forest City,
NC.
Mrs. Enloe was preceded in death by her daughter, Rebekah A.
Lattimore. A native of Rutherford County, she was the daughter of the late
Edgar Leander Davis and the late Lily Blankenship Davis.
She is survived by her husband, Charles H. Enloe; one daughter,
Charlene V. Hollingsworth of Chesnee, SC; three sons, Charles W. Enloe of
Greenville, SC, E. Davis Enloe of Greenville, SC and G. Brantley Enloe of
Inman, SC; one brother, Max Davis of Pennsylvania; one sister, Cathy Humphries
of Rutherfordton, NC; nine grandchildren and six great grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM Wednesday, February 17,
2010 at Mountain Creek Baptist Church with Rev. Billy Honeycutt officiating.
Interment will be at Mountain Creek Baptist Church Cemetery, Rutherfordton, NC.
[SSDI, Evelyn D. Enloe - 28Mar1931 - 15Feb2010]
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2010, Rutherfordton, Rutherford Co.., NC, Obituary
http://hosting-9914.tributes.com/show/Claude-Hicks-Blankenship-92059328
Claude Hicks Blankenship, age 87, of
Rutherfordton, NC, died Friday, August 5, 2011, at Hospice House of Rutherford
County in Forest City, NC. A native of Rutherford County, He was the son of the
late Reno
and Viola Blankenship. Mr. Blankenship was a member of Southern Baptist Church, a former
member of the Piedmont Gun Club and was a veteran of the US Army during WWII
serving in New Guinea.
He is survived by his wife: Hazel Gibson
Blankenship. One Daughter: Pam Ruppe and Husband Jim, Rutherfordton, NC, Two Grand
Children: Angela Ruppe, Philadelphia,
PA, Andy Ruppe, Rutherfordton, NC
A funeral service will be held at 2:00
PM, Monday, August 8, 2011 at Southern Baptist Church with Rev. John Perry, Jr.
officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery.
2013, Sunshine, Rutherford
Co., NC, Obituary
The Daily Courier, (Forest City, NC) - December 4, 2013
Mr. Samuel Aiden Harrison, 81, of Sunshine, died Monday, December
2, 2013 at Willow Ridge Nursing Center [Rutherfordton, Rutherford
Co., NC]. He was the
widower of Ginger Melton Harrison, and son of the late Edley and Novella Toney
Harrison, he was also preceded in death by a sister, Blanche Lookadoo. He was
retired from Cowan Tire & Batter y, a member of Cedar Grove United
Methodist Church, and was a Army veteran of the Korean
war.
He is survived by his daughter, Kay Harrison Flack of Rutherfordton;
his son Kevin Harrison and his wife Debra, of Sunshine; there are four grandchildren, Leslie Blankenship, Lindsey Harrison, Michael Flack, and Cole
Flack; there are two great grandchildren,
Ava Elizabeth Blankenship and Ginger Grace Blankenship.
The Funeral will be conducted a t 3:00 pm Wednesday, December 4,
2013 at Cedar Grove United Methodist Church. Rev. David Hawkins will officiate.
Burial will follow in the church cemetery with Military Rites provided by the
Rutherford County Honor Guard.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Rutherford Co., NC,
SSDI
Blankenship, Louise 88, 16May1921 - 05Feb2010, Forest City, Rutherford, NC, NC-240-42-7643,
Blankenship, Gay 72, 10May1938 - 14Nov2010, Forest City, Rutherford, NC, NC-243-56-3646
Sampson
2011, Clinton, Sampson Co., NC, Obituary
The Sampson Independent, (Clinton, NC) - February 6, 2011
Mr. William "Bill" Maxie Davis, Jr., 78, of 105 Country
Club Circle, died Friday, Feb. 4, 2011, at the VA Medical Center in
Fayetteville. The funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, Feb. 7, at Spirit of
Life Church of God in Clinton, with Bishop Larry Parker and the Rev. Charles
Ray Jernigan officiating. Interment with full military honors will follow at
the Clinton City Cemetery.
Mr. Davis, a native of Bladen county, was
the son of the late Maxie Davis and Lucy Dowless Davis. He retired from the U.
S. Air Force as a Lt. Col. and retired as an attorney for the Public Defenders
Office for the state of North Carolina. He received his law degree from North
Carolina Central University. He was a member of Spirit of Life Church of God.
Two sisters, Sadie Price and Ruby Adams, and two brothers, Hoyt
Davis and Hollis Davis, preceded him in death.
Surviving are his wife, Shirley Smith Davis, of the home; three
daughters, Patsy Dickey and husband David of Charlotte, Sandra Moore and
husband Troy of Charlotte, and Alice
Marie Blankenship and husband Daren of Newton Grove; three sons, Michael Davis of Charlotte, Gregory
Davis and wife Jan of Charlotte, and Stephen Ray Norris and wife Renee of
Ladoga, Indiana; and several grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Stanly
2012, Albemarle, Stanly Co., NC, Obituary
The Stanly News and Press, (NC) - March 12, 2012
Lucille Cranford Burris, 90 years of age, passed away Thursday,
March 8, 2012 at her home in Albemarle. Mrs. Burris was born September 16, 1921
in Stanly County to the late Royal Lee Cranford and Martha Bailey Cranford.
She was also preceded in death by her first husband, John Hall Sr.;
her second husband, Sherman Burris; and her daughter-in-law, Carolyn Hall.
The funeral service was at 4 p.m. Saturday at Palestine United
Methodist Church with a 30 minute state prior to the service. Dr. Eddie Burris,
Dr. Kelly Burris, Rev. Dathan Hall and Rev. David Nolan officiated. Burial
followed in the church cemetery.
Survivors include her two sons, Johnny Hall and his wife Carolyn of
New London and Tony Hall of Albemarle; her daughter, Elaine McCroskey and her
husband Larry of Albemarle; her sister, Cora Lee Almond of Albemarle; and her grandchildren, Kristi Blankenship, John Hall, Michelle Haywood, Dathan Hall,
Brandi Huneycutt, and Heather Blalock; and 11 great-grandchildren.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Stokes
2011, King, Stokes Co., NC, Obituary
Winston-Salem Journal (NC) - November 18, 2011
Willie "Mae" Burchette, age 83 of King went to be with
her Lord and Savior Wednesday afternoon November 16, 2011 at Village Care of
King. Mrs. Burchette was born in Forsyth County April 19, 1928 to Willie and
Elma Knott Phillips. She was a member of Calvary Baptist Tabernacle in
Kernersville and worked at Hanes Hosiery for many years. Mae was an avid
Atlanta Braves fan and a lady that everyone loved to be with, her sense of
humor always kept you laughing and she seemed to have never met a stranger.
In addition to her parents Mrs. Burchette was preceded in death by
her husband; Billy Howard Burchette, Sr. and three sisters.
Mrs. Burchette is survived by one daughter; Linda
(Roger) Blankenship of King.
Three sons: Billy "Buster" Howard Burchette, Jr. of Kernersville,
Donnie (Teresa) Burchette of OK and David (Sandra) Burchette of King. Nine grandchildren: Chad (Krista) Burchette,
Tosha (Matt) Willard, David
"Stevie" Blankenship,
Chris (Carrie) Blankenship, Angie Blankenship,
Todd (Sherrie) Burchette, Melanie (Greg) Burrow, Allen (Stacy) Burchette, and
Eric (Jessica) Burchette. Seven great-grandchildren. Several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services for Mrs. Burchette will be conducted Saturday
morning, November 19, 2011 at 11:00 A.M. at Hayworth-Miller Funeral Home Chapel
in Rural Hall by Rev. David Neese. Burial will follow at Forsyth Memorial Park
in Winston-Salem.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, King, Stokes Co., NC, Obituary
Winston-Salem Journal (NC) - June 6, 2013
Tammy Sue Blankenship Gray, 31, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, June 4,
2013 at WFU Baptist Medical Center [Winston Salem,
Forsyth Co., NC]. She was
born October 29, 1981 in Forsyth County to Tim and Wanda Robbins Blankenship. She was a full time mother and wife.
A 2:00 p.m. graveside service will be held on Friday, June 7, 2013
at Parklawn Memorial Gardens with Pastor Herb Mabe officiating.
She was preceded in death by her father, Tim
Blankenship; daughter,
Alizabeth and sister Shonia.
She is survived by her husband, Jasper "D. J."; son Jared
"Froggy"; mother, Wanda (Marty) Boles; sisters, Michelle (Richard) Brannock and Rebecca (Jeff) Moser; sister-in-law, Melissa (James) West and beloved
nieces and nephews, Kanci, Kristen, Tabitha, William, Paul, Daylon, Maranda,
Jeffery, Kimberly and numerous family and friends.
The family will receive friends from 6:00-8:00 p.m., Thursday, June
6, 2013 at 108 Lake Street, King, NC 27021.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Lawsonville, Stokes Co., NC, Obituary
Published in Mount Airy Newspapers from Oct.
15 to Oct. 16, 2013
Mrs. Tabitha Marie McMillian, 35, of Lawsonville passed away
Monday, Oct. 14, 2013. She was born March 7, 1978, in McDowell County, W.Va.,
to Daniel Manning and Barbara
Blankenship Cole. She was
employed by Granite City Pawn Shop.
Surviving are her husband, Michael McMillian Sr. of Westfield; four
daughters, Brittany Newman, Princeton, of W.Va., Alexis Smith of Pineville,
W.Va., Shianne Smith of the home, and Janie Smith of Dobson; three sons,
Michael McMillian of Westfield, Alex Smith of Pineville, W.Va., and Seth Hager
of the home; parents, mother and
stepfather, Barbara B. and Barry Cole of Hillsville, Va.; father,
Daniel Manning of Texas; three sisters, Angela Arthur of Claudville, Va.,
Sherry Williams of Lawrenceville, Va., and Dana Mcann, of South Carolina; and a
brother, John Manning of Cana, Va.
Mrs. McMillian was preceded in death by a sister, Christy Manning,
and a brother, Danny Manning.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 17, 2013,
at Moody Funeral Home Chapel. The service will be conducted by the Rev. Landon
Cole. Burial will follow in the Quesinberry Family Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2010, Walnut Cove, Stokes Co., NC, Obituary
The Stokes News, (Walnut Cove, NC) - January 7, 2010
Doris Mae Griffin Wood, 78, of Walnut Cove, a loving mother,
grandmother and great-grandmother passed away Monday, January 4, 2010, at
Forsyth Medical Center [Winston-Salem, Forsyth Co., NC]. Mrs. Wood was born November 20, 1931, in
Forsyth County to the late Lindsay and Mabel Eagleson Griffin. She was a former
member of the First Christian Church of Walnut Cove and was retired from Amp
Inc. After retirement, she worked for the town of Walnut Cove.
In addition to her parents, Doris was preceded in death by her
husband, Thurman W. Wood; a daughter, Cheryl Lynn Wood; two brothers, Bill and
Bobby Griffin and a sister, Nancy Pettus.
Surviving to cherish her memory are her daughter, Carolyn
Blankenship and husband Garry of
Winston-Salem; three granddaughters;
Karen Kirkman and husband Shawn of High Point, Donna Logan and husband Matthew
of Mocksville, Sarah
Blankenship of Midway; two
great-granddaughters, Rachel Kirkman, Brynlee Logan and another
great-granddaughter due in April.
The funeral service was conducted 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, January 6,
2010, at the First Christian Church of Walnut Cove, officiated by the Rev. Pete
Harris. Burial followed in the church cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Walnut Cove, Stokes Co., NC, Obituary
Winston-Salem Journal (NC) - October 19, 2013
Mr. Harry Anthony "Tony" Webster passed away Thursday,
October 17, 2013 at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center [Winston-Salem,
Forsyth Co., NC]. He was
born August 22, 1964 in Forsyth County to Evelyn Nadine Webster and Harry R.
Webster. Tony left a special footprint in everyone's life.
In addition to his parents, Tony is survived by three sisters: Suzie Webster, Sandra W. Blankenship (Michael), and Donna
"D" Webster; five nephews: Jason, Jonathan, Eric, Michael, and Rudy; and
two nieces: Brandy and Kayla.
A celebration of life service will be conducted 6:00 p.m. Saturday,
October 19, 2013 at Hayworth-Miller Rural Hall Chapel with the Rev. Robert
Lattimore officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Surry
2012, Mount Airy, Surry Co., NC, Obituary
The Mt. Airy News, (NC) - April 11, 2012
Mr. Billy Hassell Bailey, 70, of Mount Airy, passed away Monday,
April 9, 2012, at the Joan and Howard Woltz Hospice Home in Dobson. Mr. Bailey
was born in Iaeger, W.Va., on Aug. 5, 1941, to the late Calloway and Cosby
Cline Bailey. He was a retired coal miner and was of the Pentecostal faith.
He is survived by his wife, Irene Faye Bailey of the home;
daughters and sons-in-law, Carol and Joe Taylor of Pilot Mountain and Misti and
Darrell Young of Mount Airy; sons and daughters-in-law, Roger and Kathy Bailey
of Kernersville and Steve and Nellie Bailey of Mount Airy; stepdaughter and
husband, Crystal and Frankie Christie of Mooresville; stepson and iancée, Oble
McLemore and Ella Christian of Cleveland, Tenn.; grandchildren, Jessica and
Brian Garner, Mary Beth Adkins, Ashley and Daniel Duggins, Kayla Bailey, Emily
Young, Stephen Young and Allison Bailey; great grandson, Brody Garner; step grandchildren,
Austin Jones, Franklin Christie, Jordan and Tish McLemore, Morgan and Dustin
Loftin, Shawn and Codie Early; step great-grandchildren, Khole Loftin, Emma and
Kayla McLemore; step daughters, Rita and David Blankenship , Tammy and Kermit Bailey, Rosa and Murphy
Jones; step grandchildren, Steven, Patrick, Leigh Ann and Billy; brother, Teddy
Bailey of Taylorsville; and several nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, Mr. Bailey was preceded in death by his
second wife, Georgia Bailey; grandson, Cody Adam Bailey; sisters, Frankie
Lester, Hazel Carter, Zephia Phillips, Gladys Collins, Anna Lee Bailey and Emma
Jean Bailey; and brothers, Elmer, Harold, Wetzel, Benny and Jimmy Joe Bailey.
Funeral services will be held Thursday, April 12, 2012, at 2 p.m.
at Moody Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Roger Bailey, the Rev. Ray Hutson
and Mr. Jordon Grogan oficiating. Burial will follow in The Peoples Church
Cemetery. The family will receive friends Wednesday from 6 to 8 p.m. at Moody
Funeral Home in Mount Airy. Flowers will be accepted, or memorial contributions
may be made to the Joan and Howard Woltz Hospice Home, 945 Zephyr Road, Dobson,
NC 27017. Online condolences may be made at www.moodyfuneralservices. com.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2012, Mount Airy, Surry Co., NC, Obituary
Published in Winston-Salem Journal on May 12,
2012
Mrs. Helen Blankenship Andrews, age 85, of 1002 Springs St., Mt. Airy, NC. passed
away Thursday, May 10, 2012, at the Joan and Howard Woltz Hospice Home. Mrs.
Andrews was born August 9, 1926, in North Wilkesboro to the late Mack Beech Blankenship and Bertha Estella Clanton Blankenship.
She was retired from Sears & Roebuck Co. and from the Surry
County Health Department. Mrs. Andrews was a member of The First Presbyterian
Church in Mt. Airy and was very active in her church and in a number of
volunteer and civic activities in Mt. Airy.
Surviving are her husband Francis Eugene "Andy" Andrews
of the home, one daughter and son-in-law, Pat Ashley and her husband Bob, of
Durham; one son and daughter-in-law, Robert M. "Bob" Andrews and
wife, Sally K. Andrews of Statesville; three grandchildren, Sarah K. Andrews of
Raleigh, Robert M. Andrews, II of Durham, and Andrew Ashley of Durham; one sister, Louise Blankenship Palmer of North Wilkesboro and by one brother, Mack Beech
Blankenship Jr., of
Greensboro.
A memorial service will be held Saturday, May 12, 2012, at 11 a.m.
at Moody Funeral Home and Chapel in Mt. Airy with services conducted by Rev.
Steve Lindsley.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2012, Mount Airy, Surry Co., NC, Obituary
The Register-Herald, (Beckley, WV) - December 21, 2012
Gladys Marie Abshire, 68, of Mt. Airy, formerly of New Richmond,
went home to be with the Lord, Tuesday, December 18, 2012, at her home
following a long and courageous battle with cancer. Born February 17, 1944, in
Herndon, she was the daughter of the late Walter and Lola Tedder Shell. Gladys
loved cooking, quilting, crocheting, and playing with her grandchildren.
In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her first husband William Henry Blankenship, and her second husband Keenan Abshire,
her three brothers Benny, James, Walter, and three sisters Gertrude, Francis,
and Betty, a brother-in-law Harvey Bryan, and her nephew Wayne Mosley.
Those left to cherish her memory include her children, Eugene
Blankenship of Mt. Airy, N.C.,
Sharon Blankenship -Seymour
of Mt. Airy, Julia Blankenship
-Cox of Claudville, Va.; six grandchildren, Jessica Edwards of King,
N.C., Andrew Baldwin of Mt. Airy, N.C., Amanda Lane, of Mt. Airy, Kayla Blankenship of Mt. Airy, Meosha Seymour of Mt. Airy,
and Breanna Cox of Claudville, Va., and one great-grandchild Kabrey Edwards of
King, N.C.; her sister, Jean Bryan of New Richmond; two brothers, Arlie Shell
of Pennsylvania, Beauford Shell of Whitesville, and a host of nieces, nephews,
and beloved friends.
Services celebrating Gladys's life will be held Saturday, December
22, 2012, at 2 p.m. in the chapel of Blue Ridge Funeral Home, with the Rev.
Dalley Maynard officiating. Burial will follow in Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens,
Beckley. Family and friends will serve as pallbearers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Mount Airy, Surry Co., NC, Obituary
Published in Winston-Salem Journal on January
21, 2013
Mr. Francis Eugene "Andy" Andrews, age 90, of Spring St.,
Mt. Airy, NC, passed away Sunday, January 20, 2013, at his son's home. He was
born January 30, 1922, in Henderson, NC, to the late Eugene Huguelet and Daisy
Andrews Huguelet Hutchens. He was retired from Central Telephone Company and
was a member of First Presbyterian Church.
Surviving are a daughter, and son-in-law, Pat Ashley and husband
Bob, of Durham, a son and daughter-in-law, Robert M. "Bob" Andrews
and wife, Sally K. Andrews, Statesville, three grandchildren, Sarah K. Andrews
of Raleigh, Robert M. Andrews, II of Durham, and Andrew Ashley of Durham.
In addition to his parents, Mr. Andrews was preceded in death by
his wife, Helen Blankenship Andrews.
A memorial service will be held 3:00 p.m. Tuesday, January 22,
2013, at Moody Funeral Home Chapel conducted by Rev. Steve Lindsley.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2010, Pilot Mountain, Surry Co., NC, Obituary
The Mt. Airy News, (NC) - October 18, 2010
Mr. Freddie Paul Mills, 76, of Pilot Mountain, passed away
Saturday, Oct. 16, 2010. Mr. Mills was born in Surry County May 16, 1934, to
Fred Vernon and Nellie Ada Simmons Mills. He was retired from General Motors
Inc. after 30 years of service.
Surviving are his loving wife,
Alice Marie Blankenship Mills of the home; a stepson, Randall
Blankenship; grandchildren, Andrew King, Ryan Blankenship and Amanda Blankenship;
great-grandchildren, Gabriel Whited,
Daymen King, Drayden King, Logan Grose and Paxton Blankenship;
a step great-grandson, Ethan Cline; sisters, Adele Puckett of Winston-Salem,
Betty Bailey of South Carolina and Faye Richie of Tampa, Fla.; and brothers,
Allen Mills of Westfield, Curtis Mills of Swartz Creek, Mich., and Gary Mills
and wife Patricia of Corunna, Mich.
In addition to his parents, Mr. Mills was preceded in death by a
sister, Gloria Willis; and a brother, Clay Mills.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 19, 2010, at
Moody Funeral Home Chapel by the Rev. Keith Love and the Rev. Tommy Floyd.
Burial will follow in Indian Grove Family Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2012, Pilot Mountain, Surry Co., NC, Obituary
http://www.coxneedham.com/obits/obituary.php?id=212436
Mr. Bobby Perry Lowe, age 73, of Pilot Mountain, passed away on
Saturday, October 13, 2012 following a lengthy illness. He was born on March
23, 1939 in Richland, VA to the late Jerry Lowe and Josie Blankenship Lowe Reedy. Mr. Lowe served in the military and
retired from textile as a supervisor. He was president of the Surry County
Beekeepers in 2000 and 2001. He was a loving husband; father, brother, uncle,
grandfather, and great-grandfather.
Mr. Lowe is survived by his loving wife, Lena McKinney Lowe of the home;
son, Thomas Perry Lowe; two daughters, Teresa Annette Lowe Simmons, Treva Gail
Lowe Draughn and husband Chris Draughn; grandchildren, Jessica E. Lowe, Tara
Mae Dawn Beck, Dustin Stuart McAdams, Jonathan N. Holt, Dixie Ray Eugene
McAdams, Krista Fate Draughn and two step-grandchildren, Haley and Hunter
Draughn; four great-grandchildren, Braiden Gage Beck, Jack, Logen, and Caden
Lowe; numerous special nieces, nephews, family and friends.
Mr. Lowe was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Earl, Claude,
Hubert, Johnny; twin brother, Billy Lowe; sisters, Pauline Hess, Pearl Brown,
Jenny Brown, and Lucille Lowe.
Funeral services will be conducted on Wednesday, October 17, 2012
at 4:00 P.M. at Cox-Needham Chapel with Rev. Rickey Spencer officiating. Interment
will follow at Pinnacle Baptist Church.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Swain
2010, Bryson City, Swain Co., NC, Obituary
The Sylva Herald & Ruralite, (NC) - January 25, 2010
James Amble Wolfe, Jr. (Bug), 44, of Bryson City went home to be
with the Lord, Saturday, January 23rd, 2010 in a Buncombe County Hospital. A native of Swain County, he was the son
of James Amble Wolfe, Sr., and Valerie Catt Wolfe of Cherokee. He was employed
with the Cherokee Boys Club for 17 years. He was an avid Hunter, Fisherman, and
Harley Rider.
He was preceded in death by two sisters, also two grandpa's Amble
Wolfe and Paul Catt, and a Grandmother Eva Wolfe.
In addition to his parents he is survived by his wife of 24 years,
Denene Cutshaw Wolfe, two sisters,
Lisa Wolfe of Cherokee, and Keleetah
Blankenship of Whittier, a
Maternal Grandmother, Doris Catt of Cherokee, Father-in-Law Ronnie Cutshaw of
Bryson City, Mother-in-Law Betty Ball Cutshaw of Bryson City, Brother-in-Law
Allen Cutshaw and wife Missy of Bryson City, Special Step Mother-in-Law Sue
Connerr of Webster, Neices Brittanee, and Daliyah, and Nephews, Goat and Obie,
two great nieces Jade and Ilana, Lots of special friends, Aunts, and Uncles.
Funeral Services will be held 11:00 AM Wednesday at Deep Creek
Baptist Church. Revs. Mike Cogdill, James (Bo) Parris,
and Ray Kinsland will officiate with burial in the West Family Cemetery in
Cherokee.
[SSDI, 08Jan1966 - 23Jan2010]
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2010, Bryson City, Swain Co., NC, Obituary
http://www.crispfuneralhome.org/obituaries/obituary.php?id=44926
James Don Blankenship, 92, of Bryson City passed away Thursday, September 23, 2010 at NM
Veterans’ Home in Truth or Consequences, New Mexico. Born January 1,
1918 in Robbinsville, NC, he was the son of the late James Barent and Arvie
P. Garland Blankenship.
On December 24, 1938, he married Willa Bell Penland and was married
to her for 60 years. Don worked on the Fontana Dam for a period of
two years and then made a decision to join the USMC. He was in the Marine Corp
for three years. After serving in the military, he worked for the TVA in Bryson
City for seven years. He was hired by the construction company, Marson &
Kunuson and went to work in Iceland. In 1962, he was also forman for the Smith
Hamalton & Beck Co. in Morocco, Africa, and worked in Pakistan for seven
years where the Indus River Managla Dam was built. He continued to work in CA
as a heavy equipment operator. He retired in 1973 and moved to Asheville with
WillaBell. He was a deacon of Tunnel Road Presbyterian Church in
Asheville, NC.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Willa Bell Penland Blankenship; step-son, Charles D. Woodard and wife
Helen Estes of Sylva; two brothers, Jerome and Monroe Blankenship; sister, Margaret Blankenship Gambel; nephew, James Lyle Stroud; and niece, Betty Jean
Wellen.
He is survived by his children, Donna J. Bentley
and husband Bill of N.M., Clair
A. Catts and husband John of
TN, Herschel Blankenship and wife Diane of WA; grandchildren, Tonya
M. Harris, C. Don Pursell, Katie Beaumont, Jillian Bates, Amber Augspurger, Lacey Blankenship; great grandchyildren, Emily Harris,
Ashely and Mikayla Pursell, Walker and Lauren Beaumont, Chole and Charlotte
Jane Bates, Zander Augspurger; and sister, Leota Blankenship.
Graveside services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, October 2,
2010 at Bryson City Cemetery. Rev. Charles Ray Ball will officiate with
Military rites conducted by The Steve Youngdeer American Legion Post 143.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2012, Bryson City, Swain Co., NC, Obituary
Published in the Asheville Citizen-Times on
January 3, 2013
Donnie Lee McGaha, 70, of the Buckners Branch Community, went home
to be with the Lord, Monday, December 31st, 2012 in a Buncombe County Hospital
[Asheville, Buncombe Co., NC]. A native of Swain County, he was the son of the late Don and
Prince Smith McGaha. He retired with 25 years of service with the Swain County
School System.
He was preceded in death by two brothers, Charles and Ulies McGaha,
and two grandchildren, D.J. McGaha and Christin Phillips.
He is survived by his wife of 32 years, Ellen McGugan McGaha; two
children, Donald McGaha and wife Beth of Bryson City, and Darlene Burrell and
husband Dwight of Bryson City; one step son, Aaron Birchfield and wife Lisa of
Bryson City; five grandchildren, Mellie Gibson, Benji Murphy, Bobby Jo
Matthews, Christian and Caleb Birchfield; 8 great grandchildren; two sisters,
Mildred Arvey of Franklin, and Beadell Shuler of Marietta, GA, and one brother
Earl McGaha of Candler.
Funeral Services will be held 11:00 AM Friday at Bryson City Church
of God. Revs. Marty Pressley, Eugene Moore, J. T.
Winchester, and Dale Green will officiate with burial in Blankenship Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Bryson City, Swain Co., NC, Obituary
Published in the Asheville Citizen-Times on April
15, 2013
Helen Ann Kirkland Becker, 90, of the Deep Creek Community, went
home to be with the Lord, Saturday, April 13th, 2013 in a Swain County Health
Care Facility. A native of Swain County, she was the daughter of the late
Teague and Leona Slaton Kirkland.
She was also preceded in death by a daughter Hilda
Blankenship, her first husband
Wade Crane and second husband Johnny Becker. She was a member of Deep Creek
Baptist Church.
She is survived by three daughters, Jolene (Jo) Mathis and husband
Jim of Bryson City, Shelda Cooper of Alpharetta, GA, and Susan Childers and
husband Tom of Winston-Salem; four step children, Shirley Jones and husband Bob
of TX, Eddie Becker and wife Donna of Rogersville, TN, Bill Becker and wife
Susie of Lexington, SC, and John Becker, Jr. of Bryson City, 9 grandchildren,
11 great grandchildren, and 2 great great grandchildren.
Funeral Services will be held 2:00 PM Wednesday in the Chapel of
Crisp Funeral Home. Rev. Mike Cogdill will officiate with burial in Swain
Memorial Park.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2010, Cherokee, Swain Co.,
NC,
Published:
2010-03-25
Patricia Blankenship Dennis, 65, of the Yellowhill Community, went home to be with the Lord,
Tuesday, March 23, 2010, in Black Mountain. A native of Swain County, she was
the daughter of the late Roy and Georgia Blankenship.
She retired from Indian Health Service.
Besides her parents she was preceded in death by a son, Gavin
Dennis; a grandson, Derick Taylor; and a granddaughter, Zoey Taylor.
She is survived by three children, Marty Taylor and his wife, Lynn,
Pepper Taylor and his wife, Janet, Georgeanna Arch and her husband, Horace, all
of Cherokee; one sister, Shirley Taylor and her husband, Goliath; three
brothers, Bob Blankenship and his wife, Laura, Ray Blankenship and his wife, Lola, Ken Blankenship and his wife, Barbara, all of Cherokee;
eight grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.
The memorial service will be held 11 a.m. Saturday at Cherokee
Babptist Church, of which she was a member. The Revs.
Percy Cunningham and Jim Mills will officiate.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2011, Whittier,
Swain Co., NC, Funeral
http://www.meltonfhsylva.com/obituaries/obituary.php?id=89626
Norma Jean (Watkins) Blankenship; Feb 20, 1938 - Tue May 24, 2011
Norma Jean Blankenship, 73 died at her residence May 24, 2011. A graveside service will
be held at 2:00 pm Thursday, May 26, 2011 at Holly Hill Cemetery, in
Thomasville, NC.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2010, Whittier, Swain Co., NC, Obituary
Sylva Herald & Ruralite, The
(NC) - December 16, 2010
William "Bill" Gass, 79, of Whittier died Wednesday, Dec.
8, 2010, at Cherokee Indian
Hospital. Services were held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 11, at Cherokee Baptist
Church with the Revs. Chris Osborne and Percy Cunningham
officiating. Burial was in Thomas Memorial Cemetery with military rites
conducted by Steve Youngdeer American Legion Post 143 of Cherokee.
A native of Cherokee, he was a son of the late Horace M. and Lillian Blankenship Gass. A U.S. Navy veteran of the Korean War, he
was a member of Patterson Chapel Baptist Church.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one son
Terry "Buddy" Gass; one brother, Marshall Gass; and one sister, Wanda
Harris.
Surviving is his wife of 24 years, Lettie Gass; three daughters,
Jerrie McFalls, Susan Frady and Becky Martin; one stepdaughter, Barbara
Williams; one brother, Marion "Buddy" Gass; one sister, Elizabeth
Bryson; 12 grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren.
[SSDI, 08Nov1931 - 08Dec2010]
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Whittier, Swain Co., NC, Obituary
The Sylva Herald & Ruralite, (NC) - October 23, 2013
Joseph Allen Owle, 50, of Whittier, N.C., went home to be with the
Lord Tuesday, Oct. 15, 2013, at his sister's residence. A native of Swain
County, he was the son of the late Clifton Jack and Dorothy Pauline Owle.
He was also preceded in death by one sister, Wanda Faye Owle; one
nephew, Gregory Owle; and one niece, Ericka Hicks.
He is survived by one daughter, Joanna Owle of Whittier; three
brothers, Sammy Owle and wife Alice of Cherokee, McKinley Owle and wife Patricia
of Cherokee, and Richard Owle of Whittier; and four sisters, Linda Baxley and husband David of Whittier, Joyce Blankenship of Whittier, Peggy DeHart and husband
Martin of Whittier, and Tina Saunooke and husband Stephen of Cherokee.
Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. Friday at Boiling Springs
Baptist Church. Rev. Ricky Stepp officiated with burial in the Birdtown
Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Transylvania
+2011, Pisgah Forest, Transylvania Co., NC, Obituary
http://obitsforlife.com/obituary/298386/Gosnell-Pearle.php
Pearle Blankenship Gosnell, 88, went to be with the Lord on Friday, January 21, 2011 at
Transylvania Regional Hospital. A native of Graham County, born August 22nd,
1922 she was the daughter of the late George Arthur Blankenship and Effie Mae Johnson Blankenship and was the wife of the late Woodfin Andrew Gosnell. Mrs. Gosnell
was a faithful member of Blantyre Baptist Church.
Surviving are her son, John Gosnell and wife Lee Harwood Gosnell of
Spartanburg, SC; daughter, Margaret Johnson and husband David A. Johnson of
Charlotte; sisters, Ollie Mae Sizemore of Pisgah Forest, Jewell Mimms of
Greenwood, SC. Maxine Hyatt of Enka, and Evelyn Smith of Gastonia; grandchildren, Daniel and Katelyn Gosnell, Andrew, Dylan, and Madelyn Johnson.
The funeral service will be held at 3:00 pm Sunday, January 23,
2011 at Blantyre Baptist Church with the Rev. Ron Nelson officiating. Burial
will be in Pisgah Gardens.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2011, Pisgah Forest, Transylvania Co., NC, Obituary
http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi?page=gr&GRid=69893361
Ollie Mae Blankenship Sizemore, 83, of Pisgah
Forest, North Carolina went to be with the Lord on May 14, 2011. She was the
daughter of the late George W. Blankenship and Effie Mae Johnson Blankenship. She loved the
Lord and lived for him daily. She was a devoted and loving wife, mother,
grandmother and friend, She was a member of Calvary
Baptist Mission Church.
Survivors include her loving husband of
64 years, Rev. Buddy Sizemore, three sons; Bill sizemore and wife Sheila of
Arden, North Carolina, Charles Sizemore and wife Donna of Pisgah Forest, North
Carolina and Jerry Sizemore and wife Angel of Kingsland, Georgia, two
daughters; Linda S. Skeens and husband Greg of Jacksonville, Florida, and Rita
S. Register and husband James of Kingsland, Georgia, three sisters; Evelyn B. Smith, Maxine B. Hyatt and Jewell B. Mims, nine
grandchildren, and seven great-grandchildren.
A funeral service will be held at 2:00
PM, Tuesday, May 17, 2011 at Calvary Baptist Mission Church with Dr. Joe
Chapman and Rev. Bill Bruner officiating. Burial will follow at Pisgah Gardens.
Union
2010, Monroe, Union Co., NC, Obituary
The Enquirer-Journal, (Monroe, NC) - August 7, 2010
Christa Nicole Bates, 37, passed away Thursday, Aug. 5, 2010. She
was born Oct. 12, 1972, in Hillsdale,
Mich., a daughter to Lowell Alton Bates and Maria Ginolfi Brown. A memorial
service will be held 7 p.m., Sunday, Aug. 8, in Gordon Funeral Chapel.
Christa is survived by her father, Lowell Alton Bates and wife,
Kathy of Oak Ridge, Tenn., mother, Maria Ginolfi Brown and husband, Jeff, of
Charlotte, one son, Jacob Blankenship, and one daughter, Lacey
Blankenship, of Waxhaw, three
sisters, Marnie Brown, of Jonesville, Mich., Sarah Preslar and husband,
Shannon, of Monroe, Suzanne Pauley, and husband, Craig Purser, of Monroe, three
nieces, Kaitlin Kratzer, Brookeanne Kratzer, and Sydnee Preslar, one nephew,
Tyler Purser, and former husband, Jamie Blankenship.
The family will receive friends on Sunday, Aug. 8, following the
service in Gordon Funeral Service, 1904 Lancaster Ave., Monroe, N.C. 28112.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2012, Monroe, Union Co., NC, Obituary
The Enquirer-Journal, (Monroe, NC) - March 17, 2012
Amanda Sue Williams Plyler, 60, passed away March 15, 2012. She was
born in Union County, NC, daughter of the late Clayton and Evelyn Helms
Williams.
Funeral services will be Tuesday, March 20, 2012 at 1:00 PM in
Gordon Funeral Chapel, 1904 Lancaster Avenue, Monroe, NC 28112. Burial will
follow in Lakeland Memorial Park.
Ms. Plyler is survived by her husband, Dale Plyler and sons, Jamie Blankenship and fiancé Elizabeth and Matt Blankenship,
both of Pageland, Charlie
Blankenship and wife Tois of
Marshville and Richard Plyler and wife Amber of Heath Springs, SC; brothers,
Clayton, Jr., Tommy and Steve Williams; sisters, Joyce Taylor, Linda Keziah,
Penny Hammond and Karen Whitley; ten grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Monroe, Union Co., NC, Obituary
Published in Charlotte Observer on January
14, 2013
Mrs. Margaret Scoggins Burns, 77, died Sunday, January 13, 2013, at
Hospice of Union County. Mrs. Burns was born April 5, 1935, in Mecklenburg
County, NC, daughter of the late Perry Page and Ruth Marie Blankenship Scoggins.
She was also preceded in death by her husband, Edward Francis
Burns, who died in 1972.
Services to celebrate the life of Margaret will be 12:00 Noon on
Tuesday, January 15, 2013, at Shady Brook Baptist Church, 2940 Belmeade Drive,
Charlotte, NC 28214, with Reverend George Sherman officiating. Interment will
follow in Sharon Memorial Park.
Survivors include two daughters: Debbie B. Tarleton and husband
Billy of Monroe, NC, Sharon B. Millard and husband Chris of Belmont, NC; one
son: Christopher A. Burns of Charlotte, NC; five grandchildren, and six great
grandchildren.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
1940 Census, Ward 6, Charlotte,
Mecklenburg Co., NC,
Scoggins, Perry P. 37, M, NC, Head,
Scoggins, Ruth 36, F, NC, Wife,
Scoggins, Margaret 05, F, NC, Dau,
Ramsey, Clell 20, M, NC, SSon,
Ramsey, Alice 18, F, NC, SDau,
https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/KW3J-GSW
Vance
2011, Henderson, Vance Co., NC, Obituary
The Daily Dispatch, (Henderson, NC) - January 4, 2011
Sharon Sames Blankenship, 46, of 718 S. Lake Lodge Road, Henderson, died Saturday, Jan. 1,
2011, at her home. Born in Lynchburg, Va., she was the daughter of the late
Harry Quinton Sames and Roberta Eddy Sames. She was of the Episcopalian faith.
Surviving are her husband,
Dean Allen Blankenship; and a brother, Thomas Glenn Sames, of
Atlanta, Ga. No service is currently planned. Arrangements are by Flowers
Funeral Home.
[SSDI, 13Jan1964 - 01Jan2011]
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Wake
+2011, Apex, Wake Co., NC, Obituary
The Sanford Herald, (NC) - September 13, 2011
Ted A. Jenkins, 73, of 691 Lewter Shop Road, died Saturday
(9/10/11) at Wake Med. He was born in Chatham County, son of the late Hubert
Marger Jenkins and Ollie Naomi Mason Jenkins.
He was preceded in death by his parents, and sister Shelba Jean
Street. He was retired from Liggett Meyers and was a member of Mount Pisgah
Baptist Church.
A memorial graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at
the Mount Pisgah Baptist Church cemetery, with the Rev. Harry Byrd officiating.
He is survived by his sister,
Elba Blankenship and husband
Billy of Apex.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2012, Apex, Wake Co., NC, Obituary
Published in The News & Observer on October
23, 2012
William Ray "Bill" Blankenship, age 79 [1933], of
Apex, died Sunday (Oct. 21, 2012).
Graveside funeral services with Masonic Rites will be conducted at
11:00 a.m. Wednesday at the Mount Pisgah Baptist Church Cemetery with Rev.
Randy Umberger officiating.
Surviving are his wife, Elba Blankenship; daughter,
Tammy Hux (Todd); son, William R.
Blankenship Jr. (Lori); and grandchildren, Ashleigh Cooper, Myranda Blankenship, Kaila Blankenship,
Mason Hux and Molly Hux.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Garner, Wake Co., NC, Obituary
The News & Observer,: Web Edition Articles (Raleigh, NC) - June
12, 2013
On Monday, Nancy H. Riddle, age 83, went home to heaven while
visiting her family in Myrtle Beach, [Horry Co.],
SC. Nancy had resided at
Olde School Commons in Garner, NC. She was staying with her son when she became
ill with a recurrence of aggressive lymphoma. Nancy was born on March 1, 1930
in Raleigh, NC to Tom and Janie Harmon.
Nancy is survived by her son, Reverend Julian L. Riddle Jr. and his
wife Debbie; grandchildren Kelly Humberd and her husband Craig, Kristen Riddle,
and Joshua Riddle; her sisters Naomi Cox, Ann Larsen (Ralph), Val Phillips
(Grady), and her nieces and nephew
Alvin Harmon (Deeann) and Donna Gurley (Dennis); Vicki Ball (Randy) and Terri Blankenship (Darryl), and Carla
Presson.
Nancy is pre-deceased by her beloved
husband of over 50 years, Julian L. Riddle, her sister Olivia Cox, and her
brother Tommy Harmon.
The family is planning a funeral at 11:00 AM on Friday, June 14,
2013 at Bryan-Lee Funeral Home, 1200 Benson Road, Garner, NC 27529.
Nancy was a wonderful, godly woman and we will miss her
tremendously. The love of her life was her family and service to others through
the church. Many people will be thankful as they remember how for many years
she taught Sunday School and Children's Church to the
glory of her Savior, Jesus Christ.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2011, Raleigh, Wake Co., NC, Obituary
The News & Observer,: Web Edition Articles (Raleigh, NC) -
August 10, 2011
John Roger Ham, 78, died Monday, August 8, 2011. Born
February 28, 1933 to the late Loyd and Bessie Ham of Snow Hill.
Memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m.Thursday at Emmanuel
Baptist Church, Noble Rd., Raleigh.
Roger is predeceased by his brother, James Ham and sister,
Elizabeth Mewborn.
He is survived by his wife, Sandra; daughter, Sandee Blankenship , and husband,
Allen; brothers Don Ham and wife, Anne of
Goldsboro, Ron Ham and wife, Linda of Kinston; and sister-in-law Jean Ham of
Snow Hill; and numerous nieces and nephews. Roger was a wonderful husband and
loved all of his family. Roger enjoyed life and was an avid golfer and dancer.
He will be waiting for you on the green in Heaven.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2011, Raleigh, Wake Co., NC, Obituary
The News & Observer,: Web Edition Articles (Raleigh, NC) -
August 29, 2011
Reynold Williamson Randall, 87, of 4602 Millstone Drive, Apt. C,
departed this life on Saturday, August 20, 2011.
Funeral, 11:30 AM, Monday, August 29, 2011,
St. Timothy Episcopal Church, 4523 Six Forks Road. Interment, Raleigh
Memorial Park.
Mr. Randall was preceded in death by a son, Donald Randall.
Survivors; wife, Henrietta I. Randall of the home; children, Leonard Randall of London
England, Mervyn Randall of Raleigh, Delphine Thompson of Raleigh, Linda Blankenship of Anaheim, CA, Ade Bull of Baltimore, MD
and Bryan Randall of Freetown, Sierra Leone; sister, Dolly Decker of Freetown,
Sierra Leone; 13 grandchildren, 5 great grandchildren and other relatives and
friends.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Raleigh, Wake Co., NC, Obituary
Published in The News & Observer on February
21, 2013
Ceil Lopez, age 83, passed away on February 18, 2013 at Rex
Hospital in Raleigh, NC. Born December 20, 1929, in Orange, New Jersey, she was
the daughter of the late Giacinto (James) and Maria Francesca D'Annunzio of
Vasto, Italy.
She graduated from Orange High School and the Fashion Institute of
Technology, New York. She was a recent resident of Bedford at Falls River in
Raleigh, NC, where she was founder of the community activities club and a
Eucharistic Minister at St. Luke Evangelical Church. An active community
member, Ceil was a Girl Scout leader, and also volunteered at Somerset Medical
Center, Naples Community Hospital, and Macauley Hall at Mt. St. Mary Academy.
She was also a Eucharistic Minister at St. Ann's, Naples, Florida and St.
John's of Lakehurst, New Jersey. A very talented needle pointer, she was an
avid reader and skilled scrabble player, and she made the best raviolis. She
will mostly be remembered as a wonderful woman who was much loved by her friends
and family, and who always had a smile for everyone.
She was the widow of Bernardino D. Lopez of Mugardos (Galicia)
Spain and Naples, Florida, and is survived by her four children, Barbara
Arribas of Whitehouse Station, NJ, Bernard Lopez of Robbinsville, NJ, Theresa
Urich of Needham, MA, and Mary Johnson of Wake Forest, NC.
She was predeceased by her grandson, Paul Urich, of Needham, MA,
and is survived by her five grandchildren,
Carlos Arribas of New York, NY, Catherine Seaman of Hillsborough, NJ, Francesca
Caponetti of Simsbury, CT, Kristen
Blankenship and Kyle Johnson
of Wake Forest, NC, as well as six great grandchildren, Eric, Isabelle, Emma,
and Flynn Seaman and Marisa and Ava Caponetti. Loving family members Andres Arribas, William
Urich, Glenn Johnson, Pamela Bearce-Lopez, Eric Seaman, Roxana Arribas, Gary
Caponetti, and Ryan Blankenship.
She is also survived by three siblings, Joseph, Nicholas and Anthony
D'Annunzio.
She will be interred at Gate of Heaven Cemetery, East Hanover, NJ,
following services at the Kearns Funeral Home and a funeral mass at Our Lady of
Lourdes Church, Whitehouse Station, NJ.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2012, Wendell, Wake Co., NC, Obituary
The News & Observer,: Web Edition Articles (Raleigh, NC) - March
19, 2012
Irene Bynum Edwards, 80, died peacefully at home Sunday, March 18,
surrounded by her family. Mrs. Edwards loved her family, friends, and church.
But most importantly, she loved her Lord and sharing Him with others through
her poetry. She was active in her church as a Childrens' Sunday School Teacher
and member of the choir and the Ladies Auxiliary.
Mrs. Edwards was predeceased by her parents, James and Stella
Bynum; husband: Steven Quinn (S.Q.) Edwards and brother, Hilliard.
She is survived by three daughters:
Diane and husband
Jim Blankenship, Cathy and husband Scott Yancey and
Stephanie and husband John Swope. Surviving grandchildren are Scott and Sara
Hicks, and Taylor-Quinn Yancey. Other survivors are brother
Al and his wife, Elsie Bynum; and sister-in-law, Ann Bynum, four great
grandchildren, five step grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews.
A celebration of Mrs. Edwards' life will be held on Tuesday at
11:00 at Friendship FWB Church, 532 Simon Road, Middlesex, NC 27557.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2012, Zebulon, Wake Co., NC, Obituary
The News & Observer,: Web Edition Articles (Raleigh, NC) -
January 11, 2012
Glen David Hill, 83, died suddenly at Wake Med in Raleigh Sunday,
January 8th, 2012. He was born December 4th, 1928 in Baileysville, West
Virginia to Charlie and Dulcie Hill.
He attended Baileysville High School and graduated in 1946. On
October 14th, 1950 Glen married Nola Jane Blankenship. He served in the U. S. Army 1951 until
his honorable discharge in 1953 and fought in the Korean War while in the
military. Glen moved to Detroit, Michigan after his time in service and began a
long career at Cadillac Motor Company eventually transferring to the Boston
Zone as the Parts and Service Manager and Service Engineer and then to the
Washington Zone as the District Service Manager out of Raleigh. This career led
him to live first, in Franklin, Massachusetts and then, eventually, in Zebulon,
North Carolina in 1986. He retired from Cadillac in 1989, at which point he
continued to work at Thompson Cadillac-Oldsmobile in Raleigh as the Parts and
Service Director and consulted at various other area dealerships before
retiring completely in 1998. Glen was quite active as an adult leader and
organizer in the Boy Scouts of America to which both of his osns belonged. He
was also a member of the American Legion and the GM Salaried Retiree Club as
well as neighborhood organizations. He belonged to the congregation of Zebulon
United Methodist Church which he attended faithfully.
Glen was preceded in death by his wife, Nola Jane Hill. He was a model of commitment and
compassion by exclusively dedicating over ten years of his life to selflessly
caring for Nola during a long and difficult illness which
eventually took her life in 2009.
He is survived by his sons, Larry Hill of Whiting, New Jersey and
Darrell Hill of Zebulon and his daughter, Anita Konopka of North Adams,
Massachusetts; his grandchildren, Jennifer Solak and her husband Scott of
Adams, Massachusetts, David James Hill and his wife Kyra of Franklin,
Massachusetts, Peter Konopka of North Adams, Massachusetts, and Stephanie Hill
of Attleboro, Massachusetts and two great-grandchildren, Emily Legge and Aldan
Hill. Glen is also survived by his sister, Janice Williams of St. Albans, West
Virginia and his brother, James Hill of Clearfork,. West Virginia as well as many nieces and nephews.
Funeral service will be 2 pm Thursday, January 12th at Zebulon
United Methodist Church, 121 West Gannon Ave, Zebulon
with a Visitation beginning at 1 pm. He will be buried next to his wife in
Gethsemane Memorial Gardens, 809 West Gannon Ave.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Warren
2010, Warrenton, Warren Co., NC, Obituary
The Daily Dispatch, (Henderson, NC) - June 29, 2010
Nancy Peete Blankenship, age 87, died at her home in Warrenton. She was the daughter of
the late Dr. Charles Henry Peete and Lucy Pettway Jones Peete. Mrs. Blankenship was a member of Wesley Memorial United
Methodist Church, U.D.C., D.A.R., Delta Kappa Gamma, a lifetime member of
Citizens for Animal Protection of WC and actively served on many church and
community committees. She was a Warren County public school teacher for 35
years.
Revs. Wayne Pratt and Charles Kay Moseley will conduct funeral
services at 11 a.m. at Wesley Memorial UMC on Thursday, July 1, 2010. Burial
will follow in Fairview Cemetery.
She is survived by a brother, Charles H. Peete, Jr., M.D.; a daughter, Catherine P. Blankenship; a son,
Richard P. Blankenship (wife, Elaine); grandchildren, Lucy
Wessinger, Will Wessinger, Scott Matheson (wife, Whitney), Heather Marstiller
(husband, Amon); great-grandchildren, Cole and Griffin Matheson, and Nate and
Sadie Marstiller.
[SSDI, 25Nov1922 - 27Jun2010]
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Warren Co., NC, SSDI
Blankenship, Nancy
P. 87, 25Nov1922 - 27Jun2010, Warrenton,
Warren, NC, NC-243-66-6287
Wayne
2010, Goldsboro, Wayne
Co., NC, Obituary
http://www.newsargus.com/obituaries/archives/2010/01/21/verna_g_underwood/
,
Verna Irene Gregory Underwood, 84, passed away Wednesday morning.
Jan. 20, 2010. A service of remembrance will be Saturday at 6 p.m. in the
chapel of Seymour Funeral Home, with the Rev. Paul Lee officiating.
She was born in June 30, 1925, Greensboro to the late Fred M.
Gregory and Mildred V. Blankenship
Gregory. Verna had worked as a school bus driver for more than 30 years in Dade
County, Fla.
Verna is survived by her daughter, Beverly Stroud and husband,
Joseph, of Goldsboro; her son, Gregory Elliott of Lackawanna, N.Y.; her granddaughters,
Michelle Holloway and husband, Clayton, of Goldsboro and Marsha Sullivan and
husband, Sean, of Mount Olive; her great-grandchildren, Joseph Lohr, Skyler
Lohr, Will Norris, Max Norris, Shayne Sullivan, Shelby Sullivan and Shoal
Sullivan; and her brother, Earl Gregory.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Jim Underwood.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2010, Mt. Olive, Wayne
Co., NC, Obituary
http://www.bdtonline.com/archivesearch/local_story_031180345.html
Franklin D. Ashby, Jr., of Mt. Olive, died Wednesday, January 27,
2010 at the Charleston Area Medical Center in Charleston, W.Va. Born May 20,
1955 in Bluefield, W.Va., he was the son of the late
Franklin D., Sr. and Mary Ruth
Blankenship Ashby.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one son,
Frank James Ashby; one sister, Patricia Ann Ashby; and special uncle and aunt, Joseph E. and Madeline M. Blankenship.
Survivors: One son, Jimmy Wayne Wilson of Winston-Salem, N.C.;
daughters, Tina Maria Allen of Winston-Salem, N.C., Stacy Michelle Ashby of
Winston-Salem, N.C.; four special grandchildren, Amber, Kayla, Tony, Jr. and
Breanna; siblings, Roby Wade Ashby of Mt. Airy, N.C., Randy Lee Ashby of Mt.
Airy, N.C., Patricia Ashby of Kernersville, N.C.; several nieces, nephews and
cousins.
Funeral services will be held 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, February 2, 2010
from the Burns Wornal Chapel of the Memorial Funeral Directory on the Athens
Road in Princeton with Pastor Erma Jean Hudgins officiating. Burial will follow
in the Brown Cemetery at Ingleside.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Mount Olive, Wayne Co., NC, Obituary
Naples Daily News (FL) - November 16, 2013
Clypstine Byrd Ohlemacher, 80, Mt. Olive, NC, died Wednesday,
November 13, 2013. She was a former Naples resident and will be remembered as
being a long time waitress at 'The Clock.'
Funeral on Sunday, November 17th, 3:00
p.m., Tyndall Funeral Home, Mt. Olive, NC. Burial immediately following in Brown
Cemetery, Mt. Olive, NC.
Locally she is survived by son,
Mitchell Blankenship; and grandchildren,
Krissy Portal, Mitchell Blankenship, Sylvia
Duryea and husband, Craig, and their families, all of Naples.
Other information at www.tyndallfh.com.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Mount Olive, Wayne Co., NC, Obituary
http://tyndallfh.tributes.com/show/Clypstine-Byrd-Ohlemacher-96675408
A beautiful lady, Clypstine Byrd
Ohlemacher, 80, received her wings Wednesday, November 13, 2013. Heaven's got
to be celebrating her homecoming. A native of the Beautancus community near
Mount Olive, she was the daughter of the late John Wesley Byrd and Ellen Bell
Byrd. She was a member of Rones Chapel United Methodist Church and had been a
waitress for the better part of her working years, many of which were spent in
Naples, Florida.
Ms. Clipper, as she was fondly called, is
survived by her six children and their spouses, Cathy and Larry Bronson
of Mount Olive, Regina Williams of Georgia, Cynthia and Jeff Hales of
Fayetteville, Vickie and Murray Williams of Clayton, Clifton and Charlene
Blankenship of Salem, Mass., and Mitchell Blankenship of Naples, Fla.; two sisters and
their husbands, Irma Mae and James Dudley of Mount Olive, and Doris Faye and J.
H. Sessoms of Clinton; 15 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; and three
great-great-grandchildren.
In addition to her parents, she was
preceded in death by her husband, Melvin Ohlemacher; and two brothers, J. W.
Byrd, Jr. and Dennis Byrd.
Services to honor the life of Ms. Clipper
will be held Sunday, November 17, at 3 p.m. at Tyndall Funeral Home in Mount
Olive, to be officiated by the Rev. Mike Whatley and the Rev. Wade Hall, Jr.,
with interment following in the Brown Family Cemetery off Norwood Ezzell Road,
Mount Olive.
Wilkes
+2012, Boomer, Wilkes Co., NC, Obituary
http://www.adamsfunerals.com/obits/obituary.php?id=177961
Bobby James Blankenship, 77, of Bruno Lane, Boomer, died Tuesday, May 15, 2012 at Forsyth
Medical Center [Winston Salem, Forsyth Co., NC].
He was born March 14, 1935 in Alexander County to Hunter and Bertha Bowers
Blankenship. He was a member of Truth Community Church.
He was preceded in death by his parents; three sisters, Mildred Burgess, Evalena
Patterson, Rachel Davis; two brothers, Purnell Blankenship, Jay Blankenship.
Survivors include: his wife,
Pat Hayes Blankenship of the home; three sons, Steve
Blankenship and wife Pam of
North Wilkesboro, Mitch
Blankenship and wife Jennifer,
Bobby Blankenship all of Boomer; four sisters, Lillie Pennell and husband Bob , Francis Keller and husband JD all of Hiddenite, Becky Durmire of Boomer, Dee Barnes of Statesville;
five grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild.
Memorial services will be 6:30 p.m. Friday at Truth Community
Church with Rev. Rick Tomlinson officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2012, Boomer, Wilkes Co., NC, Obituary
http://www.millerfuneralservice.com/fh/obituaries/obituary.cfm?o_id=1840617&fh_id=13542
Mr. Mitchell Gray Blankenship, age 52, of Bruno Lane, Boomer, died Saturday, December 1, 2012 in
Connecticut. Mr. Blankenship was
born October 9, 1960 in Forsyth County to Bobby James and Patricia Ann Hayes Blankenship. He was
a member of Truth Community Church and was employed with Smith Transportation
as a truck driver.
Mr. Blankenship was
preceded in death by his father.
Surviving are his wife, Jennifer Cushwa Blankenship of the home; son, Anthony
Nathaniel Blankenship of North
Wilkesboro; step son, Gregory Lawson of Boomer; step daughter, Shayna Leverton
and husband Thomas of New York, New York; his mother, Patricia
Ann Hayes Blankenship of
Boomer; two brothers, Steven Blankenship and wife Pam of North Wilkesboro, Bobby Blankenship of Boomer; and two grandchildren.
Memorial service will be held 2:00 o’clock Friday, December 7, 2012
at Truth Community Church with Pastor Rick Tomlinson officiating. Burial will
be in Moravian Falls Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Ferguson, Wilkes
Co., NC, Obituary
http://www.reinssturdivant.com/obituary/Mildred-McNeil-Blankenship/Ferguson-NC/1243383
Mrs. Mildred Marie McNeil Blankenship, age 92, of
Ferguson died Thursday, September 12, 2013 at her home.
Funeral services will be held Sunday 2:00
PM, September 15, 2013 at Dunkirk United Methodist Church with Rev. Mark Smith,
Rev. Mark Reavill, Rev. Louella Marley and Rev. Mike Barfoot officiating.
Burial will be in Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church Cemetery.
Mrs. Blankenship was born April 11, 1921
in Wilkes County to Edgar and Lottie Barlow McNeil. She was a member of Dunkirk
United Methodist Church.
She was preceded in death by a
son-in-law, Stephen Ayers.
She is survived by: her husband, Travis Edward
Blankenship of the home; two daughters, Grace Dean Greene and husband, Alfred, Ann Marie Ayers all of
Ferguson; four sons, Gary Blankenship and wife, Connie, Paul Blankenship and wife, Tina, Tim Blankenship all of Ferguson,
Dale
Blankenship and wife, Teresa of Hickory; seven grandchildren, Chad Blankenship, Michael
Blankenship, Brian Blankenship, Bradley Blankenship, Drew Blankenship, Adam Blankenship, April Blankenship Shepherd; seven great-grandchildren,
Laken
Blankenship, Dalton Blankenship, Gavin Blankenship, Katlyn Blankenship, Kember Blankenship, Zeb Shepherd,
Cooper Shepherd.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2010, Millers Creek, Wilkes Co., NC, Obituary
Winston-Salem Journal (NC) - September 10, 2010
Agnes Allgood Waters, 93, of Millers Creek, died Thursday,
September 9, 2010 at Ashe Memorial Hospital [Jefferson, Ashe Co., NC]. She was the daughter of the late George
and Essie Greene Allgood.
Wife of the late Travis Waters, who were
long-time residents of Millers Creek, where they operated an apple orchard for
many years on their farm. Mrs. Waters was a skilled seamstress and
sewed tirelessly for friends and family. She was a member of Pleasant Home
Baptist Church and enjoyed using her sewing skills to participate in Church
crafts fairs.
She is survived by two daughters, Carolyn Schmidt of West Jefferson
and Linda Hershberger and husband, David of Moore, South Carolina; one
grandson, Kyle Hershberger of Marietta, Georgia; and one niece, Sandra Blankenship of Deep
Gap. She also leaves Ronnie and Jan Miller, who were like a son and another
daughter, plus many beloved cousins and friends.
Funeral Services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, September 11,
2010 at Miller Funeral Chapel with the Rev. Sherrill Wellborn and the Rev. Mike
Church officiating. Burial will follow in Mountlawn Memorial Park.
[SSDI, 06Apr1917 - 09Sep2010]
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2012, Wilkesboro, Wilkes Co., NC, Obituary
http://www.meaningfulfunerals.net/fh/obituaries/obituary.cfm?o_id=1639183&fh_id=13542
Mr. Ray Von Blankenship, age 65, of Hamby Mtn. Road, Wilkesboro, died Monday, September
24, 2012 at his home. Mr.
Blankenship was born May 27,
1947 in Wilkes County to Heg
Woodrow and Ella Church Blankenship. He was a member of Yellow Hill Baptist
Church.
Mr. Blankenship was
preceded in death by his parents; two brothers,
Harrison Monroe Blankenship and Scott Woodrow Blankenship; two sisters, Alberta Dyer and Ina Church.
Surviving are his son, Anthony Ray Blankenship and wife Mary Ann of Mason, NC; two daughters, Linda Blankenship and husband Salvador Limon of North
Wilkesboro, Tonya Blankenship and husband David Perez of Wilkesboro; two
sisters, Kathy Marley and husband James of Wilkesboro, Annie Marley and husband Wayne of Purlear; brother, Randy Smith and wife
Brenda of Millers Creek; seven grandchildren, Alex, Hector, Kayley, Amanda,
Izak, Emili and Kirsti.
Funeral service will be held 2:00 o’clock Thursday, September 27,
2012 at Yellow Hill Baptist Church with the Rev. Anthony Roark and the Rev.
Robert Wiles officiating. Burial will follow in the Church Cemetery. T
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2010, N. Wilkesboro, Wilkes Co., NC, Obituary
The Tribune, (Elkin, NC) - February 22, 2010
Mr. Charles Kent Sprinkle, age 73, of Tabernacle Road in N.
Wilkesboro, died Monday, Feb. 8, 2010 at UNC Chapel Hill Hospital. Mr. Sprinkle
was born July 23, 1936 in Wilkes County to Ned and Ruby Bare Sprinkle.
Mr. Sprinkle was preceded in death by his parents and a step son.
Surviving are his wife, Nancy Kilby Sprinkle of the home; one son,
Clark Sprinkle of Wilkesboro; four daughters, Terri Thomas of Richmond, Va.,
Kim Sprinkle of Wilkesboro, Brenda Roberts of N. Wilkesboro and Linda Sprinkle
of N. Wilkesboro; two step daughters,
Donna Wagoner of Hays and Denise
Blankenship of Ferguson; one
son-in-law, Martin Roberts of N. Wilkesboro; three sisters, Nancy Holland of N.
Wilkesboro, Carol Key of N. Wilkesboro and Linda Zinger of Wilkesboro; 11
grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and four step grandchildren.
His funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, Feb. 12, 2010 at
Miller Funeral Chapel with the Rev. Fred Holbrook officiating. The body will be
placed in the chapel from 1-2 p.m. Entombment will follow in Mountlawn Memorial
Park Mausoleum.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, North Wilkesboro, Wilkes Co., NC, Obituary
Winston-Salem Journal (NC) - July 6, 2013
Mrs. Bessel Raye Church Shumate, age 86, of North Wilkesboro died
Thursday, July 4, 2013 at her home.
Funeral services will be held Sunday 2:00 p.m., July 7, 2013 at
Bethel Baptist Church with Pastor Donnie Shumate, Rev. Phil Chapman and Rev.
Brady Hayworth officiating. Burial will be in Pleasant Grove Baptist Church
Cemetery. Pallbearers will be the deacons of Bethel Baptist Church; Craig Shew,
Danny Johnson, Tim Blevins, Artie Walker, Bobby Hawkins, Joe Clonch, Stan
Walsh, Rick Blevins, Michael Byrd, Gary Dowell, Mark Brown, Rodney Shepherd and
Raymond Marlow.
Mrs. Shumate was born May 15, 1927 in Wilkes County to Thomas Bine
and Ruth Blankenship Church. She was a member of Bethel Baptist Church
and previously at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church, where she taught Sunday
school, Bible school and leader of the children's choir called The Golden
Harps. Mrs. Shumate was also a member of the WWWC Choir.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Daniel Alexander
"Dan" Shumate.
She is survived by: three sons; Ronnie Shumate and wife, Cathy of
Wilkesboro, Pastor Donnie Shumate and wife, Darlene of North Wilkesboro, Danny
Shumate and wife Tannia of Millers Creek; grandchildren, Candi Leftwich of
Brooks Crossroads, Darren Shumate of Greensboro, Dana Felts of Moravian Falls,
Araya Shumate of Wilkesboro and one sister, Faye Poteat and husband Everrette
of North Wilkesboro.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
1940 Census, Champion, Lewis Fork Twp.,
Wilkes Co., NC,
Church, Thomas B. 53, M, NC, Head,
Church, Ruth O. 44, F, NC, Wife,
Church, Flossie 22, F, NC, Dau,
Church, Cornish 14, M, NC, Son,
Church, Bessel 13, F, NC, Dau,
Church, Dena Fay 10, F, NC, Dau,
Church, Buster 07, M, NC, Son,
Church, Gracelee 05, F, NC, Dau,
Church, Kathleen 02, F, NC, Dau,
Church, Ida M. 64, F, NC, Sister,
https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/KW7N-3ZW
2013, North Wilkesboro, Wilkes Co.,
NC, Obituary
http://www.meaningfulfunerals.net/fh/obituaries/obituary.cfm?o_id=2311309&fh_id=13542
Mr. Christopher Paul Laws, age 34, of North Wilkesboro, died
Wednesday, October 30, 2013 at Wilkes Regional Medical Center. He was born
August 29, 1979 in Wilkes County to William and Linda Wagoner Laws. Mr. Laws
was a member of Hearts of Blaze Ministries of Hays.
Surviving are his wife, Melissa Bowlin Laws of the home; two sons,
Montoa Laws and Christopher Laws both of the home; his parents, William and
Linda Wagoner Laws of North Wilkesboro; one sister, Dustie Blankenship of
Hamptonville; maternal grandmother, Pansy Wagoner of Mulberry and paternal
grandmother, Juanita Laws of Boomer.
Funeral service will be held 3:00 o’clock Monday, November 4, 2013
at Miller Funeral Chapel with Vivian Cain officiating. Burial will follow in
Mountlawn Memorial Park.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Wilson
2012, Wilson,
Wilson Co., NC, Obituary
The Wilson Daily Times, (NC) - March 16, 2012
Virginia Prevatte Ivey, 75, passed away Wednesday, March 14, 2012.
Virginia was preceded in death by her husband, Willie Paul
"Buck" Ivey; and sister, Margaret Hardee.
She is survived by daughters, Barbara Joyner and husband, Lee, of
Elm City, Sandra Kay Brinson and husband, Lee, of Bailey, Louise Richards and
husband, William, of Wendell, Peggy Sanders and husband, Joe, of Tallahassee,
Fla.; son, Paul Ivey Jr. and wife, Sherrie, of Knightdale; sister, Sadie
Simmons and husband, Horace, of Ellaville, Ga.; brothers, George
Blankenship of Fayetteville
and Charles Blankenship of Byron, Ga.; grandchildren, Linwood
Pittman, Chrystal Donovan, Sarah Reeve, Travis Joyner, Ashley Dixon and Derrick
Sanders; great-grandchildren, Lexi Attaway, Kayla Pittman, Rylee Stephens,
Brandon Reeve and Robbie Pittman.
Graveside services will be held 2 p.m. Saturday at Evergreen
Memorial Park with the Rev. Larry Ball officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Yadkin
2013, East Bend, Yadkin Co., NC, Obituary
Winston-Salem Journal (NC) - August 5, 2013
William Carlyle Doub - East Bend - Aug. 30, 1929 - Aug. 4, 2013
William Carlyle Doub, 83, passed away Sunday August 4, 2013 at
Forsyth Medical Center [Winston-Salem, Forsyth Co., NC]. He was born August 30, 1929 to the late
William Grady and Mattie Wagoner Doub. Mr. Doub was a retired Carpenter.
He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife Ila Johnson Doub,
two sons William Doub and Andrew Doub, two sisters
Sussie Adams and Nanlou
Blankenship.
Surviving are his children Pattie (Grover) Delph, Lisa Doub, Mattie
Doub, and Roger (Melissa) Doub; grandchildren Casey Doub, Traci Doub; step
grandchildren Melissa Delph and Pam Delph; great- grandson Gunner Garza.
A funeral Service will be conducted at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday August 6,
2013 at Gentry Family Chapel by Rev. Nancy Johnson. Burial will follow at
Johnson Cemetery in East Bend.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2012, Yadkinville,
Yadkin Co., NC, Obituary
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A. James (Jim) Grant, 69, passed away peacefully at the Woltz
Hospice Home in Surry County [Dobson, Surry Co., NC] on October 19, 2012. Jim was born on
February 9, 1943 in Swain County to Arnold Sam and Virgie Lee McMahan Grant.
Jim graduated from Enka High School in Candler, NC and attended
Mars Hill College. After a successful career in sales, Jim retired in 1986. A
Yadkin County resident since 1968, Jim will be remembered as a theater
enthusiast, generous neighbor, excellent cook, entertaining golfer, avid reader
and the man who knew every verse of every hymn ever written. He was a loving
father and devoted husband. Jim loved theater. His work as an actor with the
Yadkin Players gave him great pleasure and established a network of fellow
performers and technicians who became his great friends. He is best remembered
for his performance as Tevye in Fiddler on a Roof with the Foothills Theater in
Elkin. He directed theater productions at Elkin and Forbush High Schools
helping students understand the power and pleasure that theater can be. He
performed for elementary students in Yadkin and Forsyth Counties bringing
literature and characters to life in stories and songs. Jim was community
minded and loved his neighbors. He visited his friends
regularly bringing summer vegetables or winter soups and sharing stories or
songs for hours. Stories of his early days in the mountains of western North
Carolina or tales from the last book he read could fill an afternoon with cheer
and warmth. He taught many young people in the community about the joys of
making canned tomatoes and strawberry jam. For more than 25 years, he worked
with his daughter and friends in the community to prepare and light luminaries
along West Main Street on Christmas Eve. He loved the feeling of community that
radiated as the group prepared each small lantern and lit them just before dusk
preparing for the coming of the Christ Child. Jim was a member of Yadkinville
Methodist Church where he sang a rowdy bass in the Chancel Choir. One of his
great joys came singing hymns of hope and promise that
made the congregation tap their toes as they listened.
Jim leaves behind Patty Poindexter Grant, his wife of 30 years, and
Jessica, his beloved daughter. Jim's sense of humor and love
for performing live in her, facts that pleased him greatly. In addition,
he is survived by sister, Barbara Grant Benedict (Bill); sister in law, Dianna
Duncan Grant; three nieces, Tammy Blankenship (Larry), Barbie
Jones (Frankie), and Lisa Lanning. He leaves two nephews, Michael Grant and
Randy Hannah. He was preceded in death by his parents; his brother, Jerry
Grant; and niece, Cassey Grant. Jim was blessed with a sister and brother in
law, Janet and John Hutchens and their daughter, Emma. The Hutchens family
shared his love of reading, his passion for theater, his joy in singing and a
sincere appreciation for family traditions. Jim also leaves many dear friends
who made his life rich: David Sentelle; Alfred Leatherman; Robert and Catherine
Fleming; Sandy, Nicole, Wendy and Doug Steele; Randy, Cathy, Erin and Matt
Hughes. These and other friends have provided loving care and quiet support in
ways that mattered so much.
A memorial service will be held at Yadkinville Methodist Church at
7:00 pm on Saturday evening, October 27.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Yancey
+2012, Blankenship Creek, Yancey Co., NC, Obituary
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/73513360/pauline-austin
Pauline L. Austin - 19 May 1917, July 16,
2011
Pauline Ledford Austin, age 94, of Blankenship Creek, went home to be
with the Lord on Saturday, July 16th, 2011 at her home. A native of Yancey
County, she was the daughter of the late Stokes and Bessie Lee Blankenship
Ledford.
Pauline was a homemaker, wonderful cook
and she loved and cherished her family. She was also a member of Prices Creek
Union Baptist Church.
She was also preceded in death by a
brother, Miller Ledford.
Surviving are three sons: Bobby Austin
and wife, Bea Brewer Austin of Marion, Burl Austin and wife, Cathy of
Burnsville and Stokes Austin and wife, Polly of Burnsville. Six Grandchildren
and 10 Great Grandchildren also survive.
Funeral Services will be held at 8 pm, on
Tuesday, July 19, 2011, in the Chapel of Yancey Funeral Services. The Reverend
Rick Bennett will officiate. Graveside services will be at 11 am, on Wednesday,
July 20th in the Blankenship Cemetery.
+2012, Burnsville, Yancey Co., NC, Obituary
Published in the Asheville Citizen-Times on
November 12, 2012
David Bruce Banks, 78, of Phipps Creek, passed away Friday,
November 9, 2012 at Mission Hospital in Asheville
[Buncombe Co., NC]. A native of Yancey County, he was a son of the late Charlie and Agnes Blankenship Banks.
He was also preceded in death by sisters: Evelyn McPeters, Ida
Angel and Madge Fagan and brothers: Willie Crate, Rolin, Hobert, Vernon and
Edwin Banks. He was a US Army Veteran, serving in Germany, and a retired
employee of BASF.
Surviving are his wife of 49 years, Betty Jo Edwards Banks: four
sisters: Carolyn Stern of Las Vegas, NV, Aldine Johnson of Virginia Beach, VA,
June Everhart of Asheville and Anne Higgins of Rutherfordton, and a brother;
Benjamin Banks of Concord.
Funeral services will be held at 2 P. M. Friday, November 16, 2012
in Cane River Baptist Church, where he attended for 49 years. The Revs. Shane Cassida and Dennis Thurman will officiate.
Burial will be in the Church Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Burnsville, Yancey Co., NC, Obituary
Published in the Asheville Citizen-Times on April
4, 2013
Orlena Jamerson Anglin passed away, Monday, April 1, 2013. She was
the daughter of the late Reverend Dewey J. and Vivian Blankenship Jamerson and the wife of Woodrow M. Anglin, for 36 years, who passed
away in 2005.
She was also preceded in death by a brother, Albert Dewey Jamerson;
and two sisters, Jessie Louise Jamerson and Margaret Naomi Jamerson of
Pensacola. She attended Mars Hill Junior College and received her degree in
Music from Meredith College. She taught for 34 years in the school system of
Yancey County. She was organist and music director for over 40 years in various
churches. She was a faithful member of Bolens Creek Baptist Church where she
served as music director for nineteen years.
Orlena is survived by two daughters and sons-in-law, Sharon and
Stephen Edge of Charlotte and Cynthia and Lenoir Moore of Asheville; a son and
daughter-in-law, Glenn and Debra Williams of Baltimore, Maryland; grandchildren
and spouses, Shannon and Greg Russ of Winston-Salem, Allison Edge of Brooklyn,
NY, Spencer Edge of New York City, Carrie Jones of Pennsylvania, Jessica Suarez
of Virginia, Gary and Diana Fay Williams, Janet and Mike McCormick, and Alexa
Williams of Maryland; great-grandchildren, Hayden, Ashley and Marshall Russ of
Winston Salem, Carter Thompson of Pennsylvania, Isabella Suarez of Virginia,
Camden McCormick and Hailey Williams of Maryland; a brother-in-law, Clyde
Anglin of Asheville and several nieces and nephews, as well as, special friends
and caregivers, Deborah Parker and Marlene Verran of Burnsville.
Funeral services will be held at 1 PM Saturday, April 6, 2013 in
the Chapel of Holcombe Brothers Funeral Home. Dr. Chris Morgan, Rev. Vernon
Buchanan and special friend, Niles Howell will officiate. Burial will be in the
Anglin-Evans Cemetery on Sheriff Anglin Road in the Jacks Creek Community.
Pallbearers will be: Spencer Edge, Gary Williams, Greg Russ, Jim Evans, Ben
Riddle, John Anglin and Suel Anglin.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
1930 Census, Pensacola, Yancey Co., NC,
Jamerson, J. Dewy 31, M, NC, Head,
Jamerson, V. Estella 32, F, NC, Wife,
Jamerson, A. Dewey 06, M, NC, Son,
Jamerson, J. Louise 04, F, NC, Dau,
Jamerson, V. Orlena 00, F, NC, Dau,
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1940 Census, Pensacola Twp., Yancey Co., NC,
Jamerson, Vivian 43, F, NC, Head,
Jamerson, Albert 16, M, NC, Son,
Jamerson, Louise 12, F, NC, Dau,
Jamerson, Arlena 10, F, NC, Dau,
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Yancey Co., NC, SSDI
Blankenship, Opal
J. 83, 17Dec1926 - 03May2010, Burnsville,
Yancey, NC, NC-242-36-7136