2014-2015, NC Compiled by James W.
Blankenship jkblank1(at)sbcglobal.net
Alamance
2014, Burlington, Alamance Co., NC, Obituary
Published in TheTimesNews.com from Oct. 4 to
Oct. 5, 2014
Carolyn Blankenship,
101, of Burlington, died Friday, October 3, 2014 at Clare Bridge Assisted
Living.
Omega Funeral Service & Crematory is entrusted with
arrangements.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Burlington,
Alamance Co., NC, Funeral
Published in TheTimesNews.com from Oct. 14 to Oct. 15, 2014
Carolyn Ivora Blankenship, 101, died
Friday, Oct. 3, 2014, at Clare Bridge Assisted Living.
She served in the Women's Army Corps.
A Celebration of Life Service will be
held at 2 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 19, 2014, at Peoples Church in Mebane.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Burlington,
Alamance Co., NC, Obituary
http://www.omegafsc.com/book-of-memories/1958570/Blankenship-Carolyn/obituary.php?Printable=true
Carolyn Ivora Blankenship. 101 of Burlington died Friday October 3, 2014 at Clare Bridge
Assisted Living. Carolyn was born in Alamance County on May 25, 1913 the
daughter of Fraudie and Rachel Andrews Hunter.
She was a WWII Veteran serving our country in the WAC and was a
homemaker.
Carolyn was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Kemper J. Blankenship, four brothers, Wilbur, Tyson, Jack and Calvin Hunter and a
sister, Shirley Hunter Lloyd.
Surviving are four sisters, Daphney Hunter Holmes of Mebane,
Florine Hunter Tuck of Burlington, Betty Hunter Wysocki of Orwell, Ohio and Ann
Hunter of Burlington; a nephew Frank Majors of Mebane; three nieces Valinda
"Binky" Hunter Pate of Wagram, NC, Cindy Hunter Carlton of Hull, Ga.
and Evelyn Di Geronimo of Bayville, NJ.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 2 pm on Sunday,
October 19th 2014 at Peoples Church in Mebane.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Graham, Alamance Co., NC, Obituary
Published in TheTimesNews.com from Apr. 21 to
Apr. 22, 2014
Mrs. Virginia Carter Russell, 85, of 410 West Elm Street, Graham,
died at the Hospice Home on Sunday, April 20, 2014, at 2:15 a.m. A native of
Alamance County, she was the wife of Clenon W. Russell, who survives, and the
daughter of Lexter Butler Carter and Bertha Mae Horne Carter, both deceased.
She retired from Pine Chemical Company and was a member of Historic Providence
Church.
In addition to her husband of the home, survivors include a daughter, Drucilla Blankenship and husband
Jon of Graham; son, Phillip Russell and wife
Ann of Graham; grandson, Tyler Russell and wife Dominique; and brother, Max
Carter of Burlington.
She was preceded in death by four sisters, Evelyn Bryant, Dorothy
Barham, Jean Mitchell and Barbara Cook and three brothers, William Carter,
Bruce Carter and Adrian Carter.
A graveside service will be conducted at Linwood Cemetery on
Wednesday, April 23, 2014, at 3 p.m. by the Rev. Norman M. Whitney Sr.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
NC Birth : https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/VCHM-CG3
Russell, Drucilla Marie b.1952, Graham, Alamance Co., NC, D/o
Clevon Wendell Russell
Public Records: https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/KY6D-CGL
Blankenship, Drucilla Russell –
b.12Aug1952 - Residence 2009: Graham, NC,
Relatives:
Carly Melissa Blankenship, Jon Emory Blankenship, Nan G. Blankenship
2015, Graham, Alamance
Co., NC, Obituary
Published in TheTimesNews.com from Nov. 11 to
Nov. 12, 2015
Mr. Clenon Wendell Russell, 89, of Graham died at the Hospice Home
on Tuesday, November 10, 2015, at 4:50 a.m. A native of Alamance County, he was
the husband of the late Virginia Carter Russell and the son of Robert Monroe
Russell and Josephine Farrell Russell, both deceased.
He was a veteran of the U. S. Navy serving during World War II and
retired from Pine Chemical as a manager. Clenon was a member of the Historic
Providence Christian Church and the Graham Rotary Club.
Survivors include a daughter,
Drucilla Blankenship and husband
Jon of Graham; son, Phillip Russell and wife
Ann of Graham; grandson, Tyler Russell and wife Dominique; great-granddaughter,
Emmalin Russell; step granddaughter, Carly Blankenship; and great-step
grandchildren, Courtney
Blankenship and Ayden Gardner.
He was preceded in death by a brother, Norman Russell and sister,
Laverne Compton.
The funeral service will be conducted at the Rich & Thompson
Chapel in Graham on Friday, November 13, 2015, at 11 a.m. by the Rev. Darryl
Peebles. Burial will follow in Linwood Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Alexander
+2014, Hiddenite, Alexander Co., NC, Obituary
http://www.chapmanfuneralhome.com/obitKellerFrances.htm
Frances Blankenship Keller, age 86, of 95 Marsh Patterson Ln. Hiddenite, passed away Friday
January 3, 2014 at home, after an extended Illness. She was born June 10, 1927,
in Alexander County, to the late Hunter Maude Blankenship and Mary
Bertha Bowers Blankenship. She
was a retired Textile Worker and Homemaker. She was a life-long Member of Mt.
Nebo Baptist Church and very active in her church. She enjoyed the outdoors,
fishing, quilting, dancing and was an avid Jeff Gordon Fan.
In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by three
brothers and three sisters.
She is survived by her husband John David Keller of the home, one
son John Neil Keller (wife Sharon Robinson Keller) of Hiddenite; three sisters, Sara Dee
Barnes of Statesville, Becky Durmire of Boomer, and Lillie Pennell (husband Robert) of Hiddenite; a number of loving nieces
and nephews, and her special cat Molly of the home..
Funeral services will be conducted 3 pm Sunday, January 5, 2014 at
Mt. Nebo Baptist Church. Rev. Brian Eades and Rev. Buster Treadway will
officiate. Burial will follow in the Mt. Nebo Baptist Church Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Hiddenite, Alexander
Co., NC, Obituary
http://chapmanfuneralhome.com/obitBlankenshipDonald.htm
Donald Jackson Blankenship Sr. Age 60, of 744 Dock Connolly Ln. Hiddenite passed away after a
brief illness Friday, November 20, 2015 at Iredell Memorial Hospital Statesville, [Iredell
Co., NC]. He was born Aug 8, 1955 in Wayne Co, WV. to
the late Walter Lee and Nellie Blankenship.
Mr. Blankenship was disabled, previously a security officer and was
of the Baptist Faith. He served in United States Navy.
In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by an infant child Glenna Marie Blankenship.
Left to cherish his memory is his wife Patricia
Dianne Buckner Blankenship;
one son, Donald “JR” Blankenship
Jr. (wife Christina) of
Hiddenite; one daughter, Angela F. Fox (husband Tyler) of Taylorsville; six grandchildren, Cody, Destiny, Shelby Blankenship, Logan, Seth and Cooper Fox.
Funeral service will be
conducted 4pm Monday, November 23, 2015 at Pilgrim Baptist Church. Rev Tom
Lambert will officiate. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Hiddenite, Alexander Co., NC, Obituary
http://www.tributes.com/obituary/show/Donald-Dingess-103046517
Pastor Donald Dingess, 46, of Hiddenite, passed away Monday,
November 30, 2015, at Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home in Winston Salem, [Forsyth Co., NC] following a period of declining health.
He was born December 24, 1968 in Pike County, Kentucky to the late Hurston and
Myrtle Daniels Dingess.
Mr. Dingess was a devoted ordained minister of God at a local
church for eleven years.
In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his brother
Johnny Dingess.
Survivors include his loving wife of 27 years, Wendy Wallace
Dingess of the home; two sons, Kenneth Shane Dingess and Brent Allen Dingess;
six siblings, Phyllis Land and
husband Bill of Varney, WV, Linda Dingess-Cowdrey of Williamson, WV, Michael
Dingess and wife Louise of Matewan, WV, Elizabeth Smith of Matewan, WV, Josie
Dingess of Freeburn, KY, and Cynthia
Blankenship and husband Archie of Meador, WV; cousin Frankling Hayes Ford of Thacker, WV; his
beloved preacher, Pastor Leonard Lindsey and his wife Peggy; and numerous
neices and nephews.
A funeral service will be held at 12:00 PM Thursday, December 3,
2015 at Calvary Freewill Baptist Church with Pastor Leonard Lindsey, Asst.
Pastor Freddie Lindsey, and Pastor James Lindsey officiating. Interment will follow the service at Calvary
Memorial Garden.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Taylorsville,
Alexander Co., NC, Death
A. B. Blankenship
June 6, 1936 - August 17, 2014
Arrangements under the direction of Evans
Funeral Home, Oceana, WV.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Taylorsville,
Alexander Co., NC, Funeral
http://www.register-herald.com/obituaries/article_59b92514-1cc7-5b56-bf81-670e32a26339.html?mode=jqm
A. B. Blankenship, 78, formerly of
Clear Fork, passed away Sunday, August 17, 2014.
Funeral services will be 11 a.m.,
Thursday, August 21, 2014 at Evans Funeral Home Chapel, Oceana.
Public Records, https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/2S9F-TZ3
Blankenship, A.
B. - b. 6Jun1936 - 2001 Clear Fork,WV
+2014, Taylorsville, Alexander Co., NC, Obituary
The Register-Herald, (Beckley, WV) Date: August 20, 2014
AB Blankenship 78,
of Taylorsville, formerly of Elk Lick, Wyoming County, passed away Sunday,
August 17, 2014 surrounded by his family. Born June 6, 1936, he was the son of the late Hannibal Blankenship Sr. and Martha Zela Cline Blankenship.
AB retired from Harris #2 Coal Mines. He was a member of the
Wayside Baptist Church in Taylorsville. He adored his church family. He loved
hunting, fishing, and cheering on his favorite NASCAR, #24.
He was preceded in death by a son,
Billie Eugene Blankenship and sisters,
Donna Boardwine and Martha Blankenship.
Those left to cherish his memory are his wife, Anna Kathern
Trump Blankenship of
Taylorsville; daughters, Glenna Vivette Blankenship of Taylorsville, and Cathy Lynn Lambert of Hickory, NC.; three stepchildren he helped
raise, Elizabeth Davis Philiyaw, Shawn Davis and Barry Davis; grandchildren, Corey Blankenship of Taylorsville, Kristin Hernandez of New
York and Ryan Lambert of Taylorsville; great-
grandchildren, Adalyn, Emma Grace
and Carter Blankenship all of Taylorsville, and his beloved dog,
Bullet. Also mourning his loss are his brothers
and sisters, Glenda Smith and husband Roy of Missouri; Geraldine Powers, Maxine Gregory, LE Blankenship and wife Gracie, Larry
Blankenship and wife Vickie, Hannibal Blankenship Jr and wife Rhonda, all of Wyoming County;
and many extended family members and friends. He will also be missed by very
special friends, Jay and Alice Dunford and their children of Taylorsville, and
Rev. Sammy and Shirley Kiser of Taylorsville.
Funeral services will be 11 a.m., Thursday August 21, 2014 at Evans
Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Sammy Kiser (Pastor of Wayside Baptist
Church), Rev. Erwin Gregory (nephew) and Rev. Ollie Parsons (nephew)
officiating. Interment will follow at Blankenship Family Cemetery, Elk Lick.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Taylorsville, Alexander Co., NC, Obituary
Statesville Record & Landmark (NC) Date: January 24, 2015
Rhonda Harris Wooten, 56, of Taylorsville, passed away Wednesday,
Jan. 21, 2015 at Frye Regional Medical Center, Hickory, [Catawba
Co., NC]. She was born Dec. 20, 1958 in Alexander County to the late Fred
Harris Sr. and Louise Summers Harris. She was of the Baptist faith.
In addition to her father, she was preceded in death by one
brother, Fred Harris Jr.; paternal grandparents, Lolar and Eva Harris; and
maternal grandparents, Nathen and Pearl Summers.
She is survived by one son, Stephan Vance Wooten II; one daughter, Kimberly Louise Levan Blankenship; three brothers, Allen, Timothy 'Timmy and
Phillip Harris; two sisters, Gail Harris Passmore and Dawn Chapman Fox; three grandchildren, Maysie Webb, Madyson Blankenship and Malachi Blankenship;
and one great-grandchild, Jaycie Webb.
Funeral services will be conducted at 4 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 25, at
Pisgah United Methodist Church. The Rev. Bob Harris will officiate. Burial will
follow in the church cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Ashe
2014, Lansing, Ashe Co., NC, Obituary
Jefferson Post (NC) - May 7, 2014
Mrs. Melissa Ann Blankenship Hamm of Lansing died on Tuesday, May 6, 2014, at Ashe Memorial
Hospital, [Jefferson, Ashe Co., NC]. She was 37. Mrs. Hamm was born on Nov.
24, 1976, in Pike County, Kentucky. She grew up in West Virginia, later moving
to Siler City.
Mrs. Hamm was preceded in death by her father, Troy Thomas
Blankenship.
Mrs. Hamm worked at Jefferson Apparel, Vannoy Construction and as a
CNA with home health care. She was a member of Big Springs Baptist Church.
Melissa was a devoted wife and mother. She was an inspiration to all who knew
her. She was always positive, hopeful and loving during her eight-year battle
with cancer.
Mrs. Hamm is survived by her husband, Anthony "Tony" Alan
Hamm; two daughters, Gabrielle Mari Hamm and Vanessa Lea Hamm, both of the
home; her mother and stepfather,
Melda Luzell and Jeffery Glen Fraley of Ashe County; two brothers, David Thomas Kennedy of Siler City and Samuel Joseph Blankenship of Ashe County; one sister, Christy Lea
Adams of North Wilkesboro; two half
brothers, Troy Thomas
Blankenship and Dylan Nathaniel Blankenship , both of Siler City; one half-sister, Rachel Dawn Blankenship of Siler City; and several nieces and
nephews.
Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, May 10, 2014, at
Ashelawn Memorial Chapel by Rev. J. B. Hamm, Rev. Russell Sheets, and Rev. Tim
Hamm. Burial will follow in the Davis & Ham Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Buncombe
+2014,
Arden, Buncombe Co., NC, Obituary
Published in the Asheville Citizen-Times on June
13, 2014
Ronnie Joe Cole, 72, passed away at his residence on Wednesday,
June 11, 2014. A native of Asheville, he was the son of the late William
McKinley Cole and Eva Miller Cole and was also preceded in death by a sister,
Ruth Calabrese.
Joe was a graduate of A.C. Reynolds High School and an Army
veteran. He was a self employed carpenter and had helped build many fine homes
in the Asheville area.
Joe is survived by his wife, Margaret Payne Cole; son, Barry Cole
of Troutman, NC; daughter, Cameron Cole Stepp and her husband, Darrin, and
their two children, Slayde and Paisley of Fletcher. Also surviving are four sisters, Betty Sorrells, Monica Smith, Gloria Blankenship and Obera Currin and five brothers,
Herbert, Dale, Mack, Gene and David Cole.
A graveside service will be held at 2:30 pm Sunday at Calvary
Episcopal Churchyard followed by a memorial service at 4:00 pm in the chapel of
Groce Funeral Home at Lake Julian conducted by the Reverend Ashley
Crowder-Stanley.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Asheville, Buncombe
Co., NC, Obituary
Published in the Asheville Citizen-Times on Feb.
19, 2014
Audrey Bell Kilpatrick, 84, of Asheville, died Tuesday, February
18, 2014 in Asheville Health Care. Born in Henderson County to the late Daniel
E., Sr. and Lois Talley Bell, she worked as cook and waitress in local
restaurants.
Mrs. Kilpatrick is preceded in death by her husband of 58 years,
Paul Kilpatrick and two sisters, Frieda Blankenship and Doris Meece.
Surviving are two sons, Terry Kilpatrick and his wife, Terri of
Black Mountain and Roger Kilpatrick and his wife, Diane of Asheville; three
daughters, Lafawn McKinney and her husband, Gaylon of Marion, June Fain and her
husband, David and Gail Howard and her husband, David all of Asheville; one
brother, Daniel E. Bell, Jr. of San Antonio, TX; one sister, Virginia Meece of
Fletcher; 16 grandchildren and numerous great and great-great grandchildren.
A funeral service will be held Friday February 21 at 2:00 p.m. at
Groce Funeral Home on Tunnel Road. Rev. Tom Pierce will officiate and burial
will follow at Woodlawn Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Asheville, Buncombe Co., NC, Obituary
Published in the Asheville Citizen-Times on Mar.
30, 2014
Fred David Blankenship, 72, of Asheville, passed away Friday, March 28, 2014 at Emerald
Ridge Rehab and Care Center. Mr. Blankenship was the son of the late William and Marion McCurry Blankenship.
A lifelong resident of Buncombe County, Mr. Blankenship retired
from the City of Asheville as a Firefighter following 19 years of service. He
was passionate about hunting and fishing, and loved baseball, bluegrass and
country music.
He was also preceded in death by his sisters: Helen Ayers and Doris
Burbage; and brothers: Gary, Charles, and George Blankenship.
Surviving are his wife
of 42 years, Nancy Price
Blankenship; son, Chad Blankenship; daughter, Sharmon Franklin and husband Mark; step-daughter, Pamela Lease and husband
Rob; step-son, Kenny Palmer; grandchildren: Ethan Franklin and April Franklin;
step-grandchildren: Paul and Alex Royalty, and Langley and Ben Lease; one
great-grandchild; sisters: Patty Harris and husband Mike and Donna Smith and
husband Randy; and several nieces and nephews.
Memorial services will be held at 6:00 PM Sunday in the chapel of
Anders-Rice Funeral Home, with the Rev. Steve Oxner officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Asheville, Buncombe Co., NC, Obituary
Published in the Asheville Citizen-Times on May
24, 2014
Doyle Dwayne Fox, age 70, of Asheville, passed away on Thursday,
May 22nd, 2014 at the John F. Keever Solace Center. A native of Yancey County,
he was a son of the late John and Zilla Arrowood Fox.
He was also preceded in death by, sisters: Nola Fox Miller, Delovia Fox and Opal Blankenship; brothers: Bobby and J.G. Fox; brother-in-law, Joe Blankenship.
He was a US Army Veteran having served in Vietnam. Doyle was a
loving and caring husband, father and grandfather who loved woodworking.
Surviving is his loving wife of 49 years, Judy Tweed Fox; daughter,
Daphne Michelle Fox Chinea and husband, David, of Weaverville; sons: Bryan
Edmund Fox of Woodfin and Andrew Brian Fox of Weaverville; brother, Farris Fox
of Prices Creek; sisters-in-law: Barbara Fox of Micaville, Jenny Fox of Prices
Creek and Inez Fox of Leicester; grandchildren: Cari Maria Chinea, Nicholas
Andrew Chinea, Tessa Leigh Ann Fox and Bridgette Kirstia Fox; those he loved
like his children: Kathy Treadway, JoAnn McDaniels and Shiela Robinson.
Funeral services will be held at 3 p.m. on Sunday, May 25th in the
Chapel of Yancey Funeral Services. Rev. Bo Bullman and Deacon Mitchell Chandler
will officiate. Burial will follow in the Blankenship Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Asheville, Buncombe Co., NC, Obituary
Published in the Asheville Citizen-Times on June
15, 2014
Iva Jylene Honeycutt Blankenship, 72, of Sand Hill School Rd., Asheville, died Friday, June 13,
2014, at Mission Hospital. A native of Buncombe Co., she was a daughter of the
late Melvin and Carrie Estella Birmingham Honeycutt.
She was also preceded in death by her husband, D. J.
Blankenship, daughter Carrie Lynn
Maynor, sister Anne Richards, and brothers Henry, Leonard, Scovel, Toney, Jack,
and Max Honeycutt.
Mrs. Blankenship is survived by her son, Randy
Blankenship and wife Jenny; grandchildren C. J. and Dusty
Blankenship; brother V. J. Honeycutt; and sister Lillian Anderson. She
will be greatly missed by all her family.
Graveside services will be held at 2:30 p.m. on Monday at the Elk
Mountain Cemetery, with the Rev. Jim Hooper officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
SSDI: Blankenship,
Donald J., 59, 15May1936 - 20Aug1995, Enka, Buncombe, NC, NC-244-50-6941
2014, Asheville, Buncombe Co., NC, Death
The Daily Advance, (Elizabeth City, NC) - June 14, 2014
Iva Blankenship
dies after fire at Asheville home.
A woman has died after a fire at her Asheville home. Asheville Fire
Department spokeswoman Kelly Klope says 72-year-old Iva Blankenship died early Friday morning at a hospital.
Authorities say a neighbor and an off-duty firefighter broke down a door and
pulled Blankenship from her burning home on Thursday
afternoon. Several dozen firefighters put out the fire Thursday night.
Authorities think the fire started in the home's living room, but
they haven't determined the cause.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Public Records: https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/KB9V-4J7
Blankenship, Iva Jylene – b.24Jun1941,
Residence 2007: Asheville, NC
Relatives: Brandon Blankenship, Don J.
Blankenship, Donald Randy Blankenship, Jennifer Loraine Blankenship, Jennifer
M. Blankenship, Randy Blankenship
2014, Asheville Buncombe Co., NC, Obituary
http://www.andersrice.com/memorial.mgi?id=2456908.55967593
Melissa Marlene Blankenship Silver, 54 (1960), passed away Friday, September 5, 2014 at her residence. A
native and lifelong resident of Buncombe County, she was the daughter of Effie Ledford Blankenship and the late James Blankenship.
She was also preceded in death by a brother, Stanley
Blankenship.
She is survived by her sons: Brian Whitener and his wife Laura of
Fort Sill, OK, Seth Silver and his wife Amy of Leicester, and James Milton
Whitener of Asheville and currently serving in Afghanistan; sister, Teresa Charlene Blankenship of Asheville; grandchildren: Jayden,
Caylee, Destinee, Isabella, Alana, and Colton; and nieces and nephews: Brandon,
Kyle, and Kassadie Turner.
Memorial services will be held at 6:00 PM Wednesday, September 10,
2014 in the chapel of Anders-Rice Funeral Home, with Rev. Stephen V. Oxner
officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Asheville, Buncombe Co., NC, Obituary
Published in the Asheville Citizen-Times on Oct.
2, 2014
Juanita DeWeese Wright, age 96, of Baird Cove Road died Monday,
September 29, 2014. Mrs. Wright was born August 14, 1918 in Buncombe County,
where she had lived all of her life.
She retired from Square D in 1981 after 20 years of service, and
was a member of Newbridge Baptist Church and also attended Pine Burr Park
Baptist Church.
Juanita was the daughter of the late William A. and Anna Jones
DeWeese and wife of the late James Arthur Wright, Sr. who died in 1996.
Surviving are her daughters, Patricia and husband Dean Whitener of
Hot Springs Village, AR and Nancy Rector of Connelly Springs; sons, James Arthur, Jr. and wife Judith
Emory Wright of Allendale, SC and Gerald Wayne and wife Sandra
Blankenship Wright of Warner
Robbins, GA; six grandchildren; several great grandchildren; and one great
great granddaughter.
Her funeral service will be held at 3:00 p.m., Saturday, October 4,
2014, in the Chapel of West Funeral Home, 17 Merrimon Ave., Weaverville, with
Reverend Darrell Webb officiating. Burial will be in West Memorial Park.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Asheville,
Buncombe Co., NC, Obituary
Published in the Asheville Citizen-Times on Apr.
11, 2015
Mary Louise Rector,
84, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, April 9, 2015 at the John F. Keever,
Jr. Solace Center. Mrs. Rector was the daughter of the late Hoffman Blankenship and Annie Mae Justice Blankenship.
A lifelong resident of Buncombe County, she retired in 1980 from
Genuine Parts where she served as Bookkeeper for 15 years. She was a June 1949
graduate of Weaverville High School, was a member of Grace Baptist Church and
former Brownie Girl Scout Leader and Grade Mother.
Surviving are her husband whom she married December 23, 1951,
Hobart Louis Rector of the home; daughter, Cathy Rector Queen and husband James
of Candler; grandson, Benjamin F. Queen and fiancee' Kelsey Medlock of
Asheville and beloved cousin, Betty Jordan of Woodfin.
Funeral services will be held at 4 PM Sunday, April 12, 2015 in the
chapel of Anders-Rice Funeral Home with Rev. Nathan Pruett officiating. Burial
will follow in Green Hills Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Asheville, Buncombe Co., NC, Obituary
Published in the Asheville Citizen-Times on Apr.
18, 2015
Fred David Ballard, 58, of Asheville, passed away Wednesday, April
8, at the J. F. Keever, Jr. Solace Center in Asheville. He was a son of the
late Fred Daniel and Thena Brown Ballard.
He is also preceded in death by a brother, Dan Ballard; two
sisters, Fredrice Manning and Leota Burnette; and a nephew, Jason Moeller.
He is survived by three sisters,
Betty Blankenship, Juanita Moeller and Martha Warren and her
husband, Bill; and one brother, Earl Ballard. He is also survived by several
nieces and nephews whom he loved; and by his special buddy, Greyson.
He worked for Ingles Markets for many years then left and worked
for Bi-Lo for a number of years until his return to Ingles where he worked
until several weeks ago.
A memorial service will be held 2:00 PM April 19, 2015 at
Kenilworth Presbyterian Church with the Revs. Allen Smith and
Mark Jarvis officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Asheville, Buncombe Co., NC, Obituary
Published in the Asheville Citizen-Times on June
28, 2015
Christine P. "Granny" Teague, 94 [1921], passed away on Friday, June 26, 2015 at the St. Joseph Campus of
Mission Hospitals. This last sunset for her marks a sunrise in a much, much
grander place.
A native of Anderson County, TN, she resided in Buncombe County
since 1949. She was a member of Cedar Mountain Baptist Church.
She was the daughter of the late Grance Phillips and Elzie Lowe
Phillips. She was also preceded in death by her husband George Kenneth Teague;
sisters: Wanda Lee Patterson, Udena Phillips; brothers: Chester Phillips,
Robert Lee Phillips, and Homer Phillips.
She is survived by a daughter, Jeanette Carol Penley of Asheville;
sons: Terry Lee Teague and wife Susan of Greenville, SC and Kenneth Ra-Mon
Teague and wife Blinda of Asheville; sister,
Zelma Blankenship of Oliver Springs, TN, brother, Odis Ray Phillips
of Jacksboro, TN; 10 grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren, and many nieces and
nephews.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM Monday, June 29, 2015 at
Riverside Baptist Church with Rev. John Honeycutt and Rev. Bobby Smith
officiating. Burial will follow in the Gashes Creek Baptist Church Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Candler, Buncombe
Co., NC, Obituary
Published in the Asheville Citizen-Times on Mar.
26, 2014
Peggy Plemmons Justice, 79, passed away on March 24, 2014. She was
born October 17, 1934 in Luck, NC (Madison County) and had resided in Buncombe
County since 1960. She was the daughter of the late L. J. and Altha Oma Price
Plemmons.
She was preceded in death by her husband and best friend, Charley
B. Justice, Jr., brother Stewart Plemmons, sisters Vergie Fish, Drama Blankenship, and Lucile Coward.
She is survived by her loving daughter, Susan J. Ballard and
grandson, Holden Ballard, who made all of her days brighter with his love and
good sense of humor, sister, Macie Sheehan of Charlotte, and several nieces and
nephews and a special grandniece, Karen Jordan Denney of Waynesville.
Peggy worked for several years as a teller and bookkeeper at the
First State Bank in Hazelwood, NC and retired from America Enka/BASF after 27
years as the first female coordinator in the Carpet Yarn and Fibers Division.
Services will be conducted at Groce Funeral Home on Patton Ave. on
Friday, March 28, at 2:00 p.m., by the Reverend Howard
Moore, Jr. Burial will be at Hice Hill Cemetery following the service.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Candler, Buncombe
Co., NC, Obituary
Published in the Asheville Citizen-Times on Apr.
12, 2015
David J. Fowler, age 70 of Candler passed away at his home on
Thursday, April 9, 2015 after a long illness. His family was at his side.
He was predeceased in death by his wife, Barbara Smith Fowler,
father, Connie E. Fowler, mother, Mollie Thompson Burnette, four brothers,
Lewis Fowler, Otis Fowler, Edward Fowler and Everett Fowler.
He is survived by two sisters, Geneva Griffin and husband Roy of
Candler, Doris Hickok and husband, Richard of Lake Hartwell, SC and two
brothers, James Fowler and wife, Ruby of Haywood County and Jimmy Ray Fowler
and wife Judy of Morristown, TN. His is also survived by three children, all of
whom he loved dearly, daughter, Brenda Blankenship and husband
Jesse, and sons, David E. Fowler and wife, Susie
and Ralph Fowler, all of Candler. Seven grandchildren,
Michele Carver and husband, Scotty, James Blankenship
and wife, Tiffany, Anthony Fowler and wife, Angel, Amanda Wilson, Derek Fowler,
Barbara Jean Fowler and Jacob Fowler; six great-grandchildren, Lauren Carver,
Makayla Fowler, Mason Fowler, Jackson Fowler, Madison Fowler and Bryson Fowler
all of which loved their "Pappy".
Mr. Fowler enjoyed his retirement by fishing and spending time with
his family. He could often be seen in the area driving around in his "boat
car" that he and his family built in the backyard.
The funeral will be Monday, April 13, 2015 at 3:00 p.m. in the
chapel of the Crawford / Ray Funeral Home in Canton. He will be laid to rest
beside his wife Barbara at Mt. Pisgah Baptist Church Cemetery in Candler. Pallbearers will be Michele and Scotty
Carver, James Blankenship, Tim Farmer, Tim, Ray and Daniel Bugg.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Candler, Buncombe Co., NC, Obituary
Published in the Asheville Citizen-Times on June
29, 2015
Chasteen B. Blankenship Ledford, 82, of Candler, died on Saturday, June 27, 2015, at the St.
Joseph Campus of Mission Hospitals, [Asheville, Buncombe Co., NC]. A
native of Madison Co., NC, Mrs. Ledford was a daughter
of the late George Washington and Carrie Mooneyham Blankenship.
Mrs. Ledford retired from Square D. She loved spending her free
time bowling at Sky Lanes and also quilting. She was a member of Sunrise
Baptist Church.
She was also preceded in death by her husband, Paul Herbert
Ledford, Sr.; and sons, Thomas Earl Ledford and James Dean Ledford.
Mrs, Ledford is survived by her son, Paul H. Ledford, Jr.;
daughter, Terri Morgan; sisters, Betty Buckner and Nina Davis; brothers, Chan, Don, and Carroll Blankenship; eight grandchildren, 16
great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandchild.
A graveside service for Mrs. Ledford will be at 12:00 p.m. on
Tuesday at Forest Lawn Memorial Park with the Rev. Bryan Buchanan officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Candler, Buncombe Co., NC Obituary
Published in the Asheville Citizen-Times on July
26, 2015
Margie Clark Sprinkle Gray, 93, went home to be with the Lord on
Friday, July 24, 2015 at Aston Park Health Care, [Asheville, Buncombe Co., NC]. A
native of Madison County, she resided in Buncombe County most of her life. She
was the daughter of the late Parley Lee and Maude Shipley Clark.
She was also preceded in death by her husbands: Julian Andrew
Sprinkle, and O. C. Gray; sisters: Alene Fowler, and Lucille Israel; and
brothers: Albert Clark and Hugh Clark.
Margie retired from Square D in 1987 after more than 25 years of
service, and was a devoted member for 66 years of New Morgan Hill Baptist
Church (Lake Hills) where she taught Sunday School for
several years. She was an avid gardener and always enjoyed being outdoors.
Surviving are her daughters:
Gaye Blankenship (Joe) of Candler, and Joyce
Blankenship (Roy) of Candler; sisters: Lois Sprinkle (Charles) of Candler, and Vera
Price of Melvindale, MI; grandchildren:
Annette Blankenship of Candler, Brent Blankenship (Sarah) of Candler, Jill Blankenship of
Charlotte, and Andy Blankenship (Susan) of Candler; great grandchildren: Lauren Jamison (Will) of Adana, Turkey, Hannah Blankenship of Candler, Drew Blankenship of Candler, and Brittany Parker (Brett) of Candler; great great grandchildren: Evan Blankenship of Candler, and Aubrey Jamison of Adana,
Turkey; and by many nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held at 6:00 PM Sunday at Lake Hills
Church, 370 Lake Drive, Candler, with Pastor James Walker and Rev. Gerald
Sprinkle officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Candler, Buncombe Co., NC, Obituary
Published in the Asheville Citizen-Times on Sept.
2, 2015
Carl W. Shook, Sr., 92, of Candler, passed away at home on Tuesday,
September 1, 2015. He was born in Leicester to the late R. Homer and Lois
Catherine Sealey Shook.
Carl served in the 386th Infantry during World War II, was a member
of the Davis Chapel United Methodist Church and retired after 25 years from Harry's
Cadillac and Pontiac in 1985. He married his late wife of 66 years, Ruth Murrel
Barnes, in Greenville, SC on October 17, 1942.
Carl is survived by his children,
Fay (R.J.) Brown of Asheville, Linda (Roger) Blankenship of Mascot, TN and Carl W. (Jayne) Shook, Jr. of Candler;
sister, Jean (Paul) Sherlin of Asheville; grandchildren,
Rhonda Brown (Frank) Willis, Robert (Brenda) Brown, Greg (Yonah) Blankenship,
Michael Shook, Tracy Blankenship (Todd) Howland, Julie Blankenship Cooper; and great grandchildren,
Jordan and Julia Willis, Brandy Shook, McKenna Cooper, Kimber Blankenship, Wade and Nate Hensley and Isaiah Brown.
A Funeral Service will be held in the Moore Funeral Home at Forest
Lawn, Chapel of Faith at 2:00PM on Saturday, September 5th with Rev. Kevin
Bates officiating. Burial will follow at Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Candler.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Roger V. Blankenship – b.15Nov1948 - Mascot, TN;
https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:KPGS-JJV
Relatives - Blankenship Tracy, Greg V.
Blankenship, Julie L. Blankenship, Linda S. Blankenship.
2015, Fairview, Buncombe Co., NC, Obituary
Published in the Asheville Citizen-Times from
Sept. 17 to Sept. 19, 2015
Kirby L. Arrowood, 47, of Fairview, died Tuesday, September 15,
2015. A native of Buncombe Co., he was a son of the late Charles and Lois
Arrowood.
Kirby worked for Wilsonart for 28 years. He was an avid supporter
of his daughter's sports activities at A.C. Reynolds High School. He was a
member of Trinity of Fairivew Baptist Church.
Surviving are his wife
of 26 years, Tammy Blankenship
Arrowood; daughters, Sarah
Arrowood Reese and husband Thomas, and Averi Elizabeth Arrowood; sister, Kim
Bass and husband David; brothers, Keith and Karey Arrowood; nephew, J.D. Bass
and wife Mariann; and special cousin, Rod Smith.
Funeral services will be held at 6:00 p.m. on Friday at Trinity of
Fairview Baptist Church, with the Revs. Stacey Harris and
Adam Guice officiating. Burial will follow at Cane Creek Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Tammy B. Arrowood – b.24Nov1970 - Fairview, NC: https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:KBM5-P66
Relatives - Kirby Lew Arrowood.
2015, Fairview, Buncombe Co., NC, Obituary
Published in the Asheville Citizen-Times on Dec.
22, 2015 - See more at:
Jeanette McGhee Blankenship, age 60 [1955], passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 20th, 2015
with her family and loved ones by her side. She was the youngest daughter of
the late Paul and Myra McGhee, and has joined them and her two brothers, two
sisters, and three babies in heaven.
Her strength and loving heart will be carried on by her husband Jim Blankenship and daughters Christa Thompson, Shelley
Blankenship, and Pam Banks. Also surviving is one sister, Cathyleen Anderson; two
brothers Ernest and Bobby McGhee; two granddaughters; and several nieces and
nephews whom she loved dearly.
Visitation will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday at Pleasant Grove
Baptist Church of Fairview, with funeral services
following at 2:00 p.m. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Swannanoa, Buncombe Co., NC, Obituary
Published in the Asheville Citizen-Times on May
27, 2014
Joyce Justus Parris passed away at the John F. Keever Solace Center
[Asheville, Buncombe Co., NC], after a brief illness on May 25, 2014. Joyce was born on June
16, 1937 to Grace and Percy Justus.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband of 55 years,
David Parris, her son, David Parris Jr., her sisters, Wilma
Blankenship and Norma Mash,
and her brothers-in-law, Odie "Robert" Blankenship and Rick Allison, and special aunt, Ann
Fox.
She is survived by her daughter, Cindy Konopka-Rice (Gary) and
grandchildren, Andrew Konopka, Leigh Rice, and Kyle Rice.
Joyce was in the first graduating class of Charles D. Owen High
School in 1955. She graduated from the University of Georgia, Summa Cum Laude
and a member of Phi Beta Kappa. She obtained her MA in Education from Western
Carolina University. She started teaching English at Owen High School and retired
from teaching at Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College. She was a much
loved teacher who will be fondly remembered by her many students and
co-workers.
Joyce was a well-known local historian and author. She was a
pioneer in genealogy research before the use of computers. She published
several books including: "The History of Black Mountain",
"Tabernacle Cemetery Listings and History", and "Fragments of
the French Broad". She also authored the column on the history of many
local families, Family History, for the Asheville Citizens Times newspaper for
many years.
Joyce was an excellent bridge player who enjoyed being a member of
several bridge clubs in the Swannanoa Valley. She will be missed by her many
friends and family.
A Graveside Service will be held Wednesday, May 28, 2014 at 11:00
am in Black Mountain City Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Swannanoa, Buncombe
Co., NC, Obituary
Published in the Asheville Citizen-Times on
Apr. 28, 2015
Claudia Marie "Deedee" Clubb Rice, 68, of Swannanoa,
passed away Friday, April 24, 2015 surrounded by her loving family in the
comfort of her home. Born February 7, 1947 in Buncombe County, she was the
daughter of the late Richard Morris (2004) and Minnie Blankenship (1985).
Mrs. Rice attended Blanton's Business College from 1986 to 1988.
She was a member of the Baptist faith. Deedee enjoyed watching NASCAR, reading,
and solving crossword puzzles. She also had an extensive collection of elephant
figurines that she took meticulous care and pride in.
Survivors include her life partner of 30 years, Jesse Gragg, known
as "Papa" of the home; sons, Tommy Allyn Hart and Joseph LeRoy Hart
both of Swannanoa; daughter, Teresa Annette Hart of Hendersonville; sister,
Donna Chandler of Madison County; step-children, Sherry Allen and her husband,
Dale, of Leicester, and Michael Gragg and his wife, Tui, of Fayetteville; seven
grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; and numerous niece and nephews.
A funeral service was held at 2:00 PM Monday, April 27, 2015 at
Penland Family Funeral Home Chapel in Swannanoa with Rev. James Lamb
officiating. Committal service will follow at Ashelawn Gardens of Memory in
Asheville.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Swannanoa, Buncombe Co., NC, Obituary
Published in the Asheville Citizen-Times on Sept.
8, 2015 -
Jeffrey Albert Duncan, age 53, of the Buckeye Cove Community,
passed away late Friday.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Virginia Gaye Duncan; brother-in-law, Mike Blankenship; and nephew,
Ian Blankenship.
Jeff is survived by three amazing daughters, Katelyn Michele
Duncan, Samantha Gayle Duncan, and Stephanie Lee Duncan; father, Samuel Albert
Duncan; sisters, Sheila Blankenship of Boise, Idaho, and Judy Coltrane of
Snellville, GA; brother, Steve Duncan, nieces, Kerrigan Duncan and Sarah Forte;
and nephew, Kyle Coltrane.
Jeff had such a fun and gentle soul. He was a friend to many in the
community and a father figure to all of his daughter's close friends and
life-long teammates. Jeff was a loving family man, an amazing father, son, and
brother.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held Thursday, September 10,
2015 at 2:00 PM at Christian Creek Baptist Church, 124 Warren Wilson Road,
Swannanoa, NC.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Shelia D. Blankenship – b.26Jul1957 -
Eagle, ID: https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:KPXG-9XG
Relatives - Drmichael B. Blankenship, Ed
D. Blankenship, Michael B. Blankenship, Michael Dblankenship, Shiela
Blankenship.
2015, Weaverville, Buncombe Co., NC, Obituary
Published in the Asheville Citizen-Times on Sept.
5, 2015
Ray J. Chandler, 83, of Sheppard Branch Road, was completely healed
of his cancer September 3, 2015 while at his home that he had lived in since
1982. Mr. Chandler was born May 13, 1932 to Mr. Nelson Chandler and Ollie
Elissa Jarvis Chandler of Yancey County.
He was preceded in death by brother, Earl and sisters, Irene and
Eloise.
Mrs. Chandler was a US Air Force veteran and spent most of his
working career with Square "D" Company in Asheville and Knightdale,
NC. His career spanned 34 years until he retired in 1997 from the Asheville
facility. As much as he loved his career and many friends and coworkers at
Square "D", his real loves were God and his close-knit family that he
loved more than anything else on earth. His wish for all of them was that they
will come to know the Lord Jesus Christ as their personal savior as he had.
He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Norma Jean Sheppard
Chandler; daughters, Debra and husband, Bill Stroupe, Jackie and husband, Dan
Edwards, of Weaverville; sisters, Linda Maynard (Wade) and Shelby Phillips of
Weaverville; grandchildren, Heather, Kimberley, Candace, Jessica, Hannah,
Sarah, Lucia, Yannick; great-grandchildren, Aislinn (his special little buddy),
Chandler and Amaya, whom he hardly knew but loved very much; several nieces,
nephews; brother-in-law, Charles Blankenship of Leicester; and sister-in-law, Betty
Chandler of Asheville.
A funeral service will be held 2:00 PM Sunday, September 6, 2015 at
Mt. Bethel Freewill Baptist Church, 291 Sheppard Branch Road, Weaverville.
Assisting with the service will be Reverends Mike Thomas and Roger Boone.
Burial will follow in Ashelawn Gardens of Memory.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Weaverville, Buncombe Co., NC, Obituary
http://www.westfamilyfuneralservices.com/new_view.php?id=5358864
Jay Blankenship, Jr., age 71, of Weaverville died Tuesday, November 3, 2015. Mr.
Blankenship was born March 28, 1944 in Buncombe County where he had lived most
of his life. He is a son of Rev. Jay Merritt Blankenship,
Sr. and the late Velma Reed Blankenship.
His career was in retail sales for most of his life and he was an
owner of an Insurance Agency and involved in Law Enforcement. He served with
the 365th Cobra Strike Unit in Vietnam and was a lead singer with gospel groups
like the Silvertones, Songman, Seekers and as well as with his family and
others.
Surviving in addition to his father is his wife, Janis Cole
Blankenship; daughter, Lisa Richards of Philadelphia, PA; stepsons, Rory McDaris and wife Reba
of Leicester, and Randall McDaris of Weaverville; sisters, Marlena Miller and husband Charlie of Flat Rock,
NC, Sharon Roberts and Von Payne of Candler; adopted
sister, Angela Rogers and husband Tommy of Mosheim, TN; brother, Roger
Blankenship and wife Brenda of
VA; grandchildren, McKenzie, Kayleb, Kaitlyn, Dennis, J.J., and Grace; and
several nieces and nephews.
His funeral service will be held at 2:30 p.m., Saturday, November
7, 2015, in the Chapel of West Funeral Home, 17 Merrimon Ave., Weaverville,
with Pastor Ronnie Pittman officiating. Burial will be in Ashelawn Gardens of
Memory.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Burke
+2014, Connelly Springs, Burke Co., NC, Obituary
The News Herald, (Morganton, NC) - February 4, 2014
Walter Clinton "W. C." Childress Sr., 67, of Connelly Springs,
took his place in God's Kingdom Sunday, Feb. 2, 2014, at Burke Hospice and
Palliative Care Center. W.C. was born Jan. 13, 1947, in Halifax County, Va., to
the late Carey Clinton Childress and Fanny Hopkins Childress.
He is survived by his wife,
Mary Blankenship Childress of the home; children, Clint Childress and
wife, Lisa, Tracy Smith, Kenneth Childress and Richard Metcalf and wife,
Jolena; ten grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; one brother, James
Childress; and six sisters, Delores Bowman, Linda Brady, Thelma Holdren, Peggy
Long, Geraldine Joyce, and Colleen Alford.
In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by his sister,
Martha Childress.
W.C. will be remembered for his love of racing, fishing and sense
of humor. In his younger years, his passions for drag racing lead to seven
first place trophies, driving a Roadrunner Plymouth. That was the tip of the
iceberg for W.C. He was a competitor to be reckoned with. W.C. served his
country as a U.S. Marine. After service to his country, he began a career as a long
haul truck driver and started a family with the love of his life. He and Mary
celebrated 47 years of marriage this past year. Over the years, W.C. would
return home after traveling, from coast to coast, with outrageous stories of
his travels to tell the children. W.C. had a sense of humor that you would
definitely remember. He would either make you laugh or cry. He enjoyed joking
around and having a good time, especially with the grandkids. He was a kind
hearted man who loved his family, he would move heaven
and earth for them. Pop, today you left our world but you will live in our
hearts and memories forever. You will be greatly missed. We love you.
Funeral services will be held at 4 p.m., Wednesday, Feb. 5, in the
Chapel of Heritage Funeral Service in Valdese. Officiating will be the Revs. Chris Randall and Mark Annis.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Connelly Springs, Burke Co., NC, Obituary
Hickory Daily Record (NC) Date: September 29, 2014
Pastor Ronnie Ledford, 65, of Connelly Springs, went home to be
with the Lord, Saturday, Sept. 27, 2014. Born July 18, 1949 in Yadkin County,
he was the son of the late Roy and Ollie Ledford.
Ronnie was a loving and devoted husband, father, grandfather, and
friend to all who knew him. He was the Pastor of Refuge Baptist Church for 10
years. Ronnie enjoyed restoring old cars in his spare time. He loved to work in
his garden.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his son,
Jonathan Ledford.
Survivors include his wife 39 years, Vivian Ledford; children, Betty Wheeler, Randall
Ledford, Victor Ledford, Ronda
Blankenship, Marty Elkins,
Ronica Honeycutt, Kris Ledford, and Christopher Ledford; 15 grandchildren; 10
great-grandchildren; and siblings, Donald Ledford, Lloyd Ledford, Clay Ledford,
Benny Ledford, Gary Ledford, and Kathy Garrett.
A funeral service will be held Tuesday, Sept. 30, at 3 p.m. at
Refuge Baptist Church, 1402 E. Ave. SE, Hickory, NC 28602, with Jimmy Ledford
officiating. Burial will follow at Catawba Memorial Park.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Hildebran, Burke Co., NC, Obituary
The News Herald, (Morganton, NC) Date: July 29, 2015
Arda Jane Shell Huffman, 81, of Hildebran, passed away Sunday July
26, 2015, at Catawba Regional Hospice, [Newton, Catawba Co., NC]
following a period of declining health. Mrs. Huffman was born April 19, 1934 in
Burke County to the late Jeter Shell and Naomi Taylor Shell.
She was a member of Mt. Hebron Baptist Church and was a loving
wife, mother, and homemaker to her husband and children.
In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her daughter, Sandra Lynn Huffman Blankenship; and two sisters, Juanita Shell Knox and
Frances Shell Jennings.
Survivors include her husband of 58 years, Donald Huffman; three
children Laura Sperry, Steven Huffman, and Donna Ferber; three grandchildren
Joshua Ryan Huffman, Zachary Taylor Huffman, and Patrick Harvey Huffman; one
sister, Rita Shell Fraley; one brother John Henry Shell; and numerous nieces
and nephews.
A Memorial Service will be held at 2:30 p.m. Sunday Aug. 2 at Mt.
Hebron Baptist Church with the Rev. Eric James officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Morganton, Burke Co.,
NC, Obituary
The News Herald, (Morganton, NC) - February 16, 2014
Richard Lee Lackey, 27, of Morganton, died Thursday, Feb. 13, 2014.
Born in Catawba County, Dec. 7, 1986, he was the son of Ricky and Nancy Miller
Lackey.
Mr. Lackey was of the Baptist faith. He was a Carolina fan, enjoyed
driving his Nissan Maxima and loved to work with his hands. Richard was devoted
to his children; they were his pride and joy. He loved all his family.
Mr. Lackey is survived by his wife, Elizabeth Lackey; his children,
Kaleya Lackey, Jacob Lynch and Kerstian Lackey; a brother, Rickey Lackey and
wife, Jesse; nephews, Damarcus Laws, Rickey Lackey and Raidon Lackey; aunts and
uncles, Miller, Lackey, Dean, Hicks, Blankenship, Kimmy
Miller, and Cindy Miller; and his grandmother, Thelma Clanton.
Richard was preceded in death by three grandparents, Anna Miller,
Bobby Lackey and Robert Miller.
The funeral will be held at 6 p.m., Monday, Feb. 17, in the
Colonial Chapel of Sossoman Funeral Home, with the Rev. Ed Stephenson
officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Morganton, Burke Co.,
NC, Obituary
The News Herald, (Morganton, NC) Date: June 9, 2014
Mrs. Vickie Marie Bailey, 60, of Morganton, passed away Saturday,
June 7, 2014 at Burke Hospice & Palliative Care, following a period of
declining health. Vickie was born Jan. 21, 1954 in McDowell County, to the late
Justice Bailey and Ellen Christine Roberts Bailey.
She was a member of Lighthouse Ministries and was previously
employed as a knitter in the textile industry.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two
children, Richard Lavon Buchanan and Summer Marie Buchanan; and one sister, Jo
Ann Davis.
Surviving are her five brothers, Floyd Bailey, Jolly Bailey, Joseph
"Sammy" Bailey, Timothy Bailey and Christopher Bailey; and two sisters, Linda Perrigan and Sheree Blankenship. Also surviving are two grandchildren,
Richie McKinney and Jacob Buchanan.
Funeral services will be held Tuesday, June 10, at 3 p.m. in the
chapel of Heritage Funeral Service with the Rev. Donna O'Neal officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Morganton, Burke Co., NC, Obituary
The News Herald, (Morganton, NC) Date: August 27, 2014
Dorothy Mae Franklin McCall, 89, of Morganton, passed away Monday,
Aug. 25, 2014. Born in Burke County, Aug. 9, 1925, she was the daughter of the
late Robey Franklin and Cora Wilson Franklin.
Dorothy retired from Leviton in 1991 and enjoyed reading, working
puzzles and working outside. She played basketball as a child and enjoyed
watching her granddaughters play too. Dorothy was a member of Hopewell Baptist
Church.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her
husband, William "Jack" Jackson McCall Sr.;son, William
"Bill" Jackson McCall Jr.; brothers, Lewis and Arthur Franklin;
sisters, Mary Lou Crump, Mattie Pearl Franklin and Kitty Sue Cobb; and
grandson, William Jonathon McCall.
Dorothy is survived by daughter, Elaine Bridges of Morganton; grandchildren, Michelle Smith and
husband, Chris, Melissa
Blankenship and husband, Jeff, all of
Morganton and James Christopher McCall of Phoenix, Ariz.; great-grandchildren,
Chandler Reid Smith of Morganton, Meagan Elizabeth McCall and Andrew Jacob
McCall, both of Phoenix, Ariz.; brother, Luther "Bud" Franklin and
wife, Frances, of Morganton; sisters, Betty Ross of Morganton and Ida Bell of
Calhoun, Ga.; and daughter-in-law, Leslie Jean Ford McCall of Weiser, Idaho.
The funeral service will be held at 2 p.m., Thursday, Aug. 28, at
Hopewell Baptist Church, with the Revs. Danny Emory, Jerry
Gamble and David Orders officiating. Burial will follow in the church
cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Morganton, Burke Co., NC, Obituary
Published in the Asheville Citizen-Times on Mar.
12, 2015
Mr. Sidney Howard Beck , 78, of Morganton,
unexpectedly went home to be with the Lord Sunday March 8, 2015 at the John
Kever Solace Center in Asheville,
[Buncombe Co., NC]. Mr. Beck was born March 19, 1937 in Burke County to the
late John William Beck and Virginia Acuff.
He was a Veteran of the United States Navy and a volunteer
firefighter at Drexel Fire Department. He also worked thirty years at the
Sunbeam Bakery in Valdese before retiring. He was a member of Enon Baptist
Church.
Survivors include his daughter, Belinda Beck of Asheville; grandchildren, Evangelina Powell of
Asheville, Ashley Blankenship of Asheville, Chazi Blankenship
of Cherokee, and Justin Brian Smith of Drexel; great grandchild, Kamaya
Robinson of Asheville; brother, Gary Beck and wife, Libby, of Morganton; and
sisters, Peggy Ann Dowd of Connecticut, and Brenda Lebsenburger and husband,
Scott, of Mississippi.
A funeral service for Mr. Beck will be held 3:00 PM Saturday March
14, 2015 in the Chapel of Heritage Funeral Service with the Rev. Gary Garner
officiating. Interment will follow the service at Burke Memorial Park.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Cabarrus
2014, Concord, Cabarrus Co., NC, Obituary
http://www.hartsellfh.com/?pagetype=obitlink&obit_id=1377288
Rodney Eugene Summerell, 78 years of age, of Concord, passed away
Sunday, August 17, 2014 at Transitional Health Services in Kannapolis. Rodney was born November 22, 1935 in North Carolina to
the late Clarence Lee Summerell and the late Doris Hatley Summerell Harwood.
He was also preceded in death by brother, Bobby Summerell, and
sister, Zell Cline.
He was last employed by Collins and Aikman as a machine operator.
The funeral service will be at 3:00 pm in the Hartsell Funeral Home
of Concord chapel officiated by Rev. Marvin Goodnight. Burial will follow at
the Bear Creek Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery at 22182 Canton Rd., Albemarle
NC.
Survivors include step-sister, Ann Hatley of Albemarle; step-sister, Pat Blankenship of Albemarle, NC; three niece, Bryte
Summerell Lackey of Concord, Donna Strishock of Manassas, VA and Tambra Cochran
of Concord; two nephew, Kenneth Smith of Concord and James Smith of Leigh High
Acres, FL.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Concord, Cabarrus Co., NC, Obituary
Independent Tribune (Concord, Kannapolis NC) Date: October 5,
2014
Mr. Darrell Curtis Workman, 79, of Concord, passed away Thursday,
Oct. 2, 2014, at Five Oaks Nursing Center. Mr. Workman was born July 12, 1935,
in Clay, W.Va., son of the late Day Brady and Alta Workman.
The funeral service will be 10 a.m., Tuesday, Oct. 7, at Gordon Funeral
Home. Burial will follow at 12 p.m., at Salisbury National Cemetery.
He was a self employed mechanic and enjoyed fishing.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Gladys
Blankenship Workman; and a
brother Hollie Brady.
He is survived by his daughter, Janice Cauble and a son, Darrell
Lewis Workman, both of Kannapolis; brothers, Otto Workman and Charles Brady;
sister, Evelyn McGlothinl; grandchildren, Dara Elise Cauble and Michael Wayne
Workman.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Kannapolis, Cabarrus Co., NC, Death
Published in Salisbury Post on July 1, 2014
Roger Jeffrey Blankenship, 48, of Kannapolis, passed away Saturday, June 28, 2014, from
injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be handled by
Linn-Honeycutt Funeral Home in China Grove.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Kannapolis, Cabarrus Co., NC, Obituary
Published in Salisbury Post on July 2, 2014
Roger Jeffrey Blankenship, 48, passed away Saturday, June 28, 2014, in Rock Hill, [York
Co.], SC., from injuries
sustained in a motorcycle accident. Born in France on Feb. 21, 1966, he was a
son of Patricia Aliff Blankenship of
Salisbury and the late Roger
Dale Blankenship.
A graduate of Laurel Valley Christian School in Oceana, W.Va.,
Roger had honorably served our country with the U.S. Air Force. A chemical
operator for Emerald Chemical Company, Roger was of the Baptist faith. A member
of Wheels of Soul Motorcycle Club, he enjoyed NASCAR, the Kannapolis
Intimidators, loved his motorcycles and spending time with his grandsons.
In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by a sister, Pamela Dawn Blankenship.
In addition to his mother, family members left with cherished memories
include his daughter, Kimberly Lightfoot, Clarksburg, W.Va.; his brother, Tony
Blankenship and wife Lisa of
Millersburg, Pa.; sister Angela Cornelius and husband Stanley of Kannapolis; his grandsons, Lucian
Lightfoot and Silas Guice; niece Rebecca Blankenship; and his nephews, Frank Marlin and Gregory Blankenship.
Arrangements: The family will receive friends Wednesday from 6-8
p.m. at Linn-Honeycutt Funeral Home in China Grove.
Funeral services will be held at 12:30 p.m. Thursday, July 3 in the
funeral Linn-Honeycutt home chapel in China Grove, conducted by Pastor Anthony
Wike. Burial follows at 2 p.m. in Salisbury National Cemetery, with military
graveside rites.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Kannapolis, Cabarrus
Co., NC, Obituary
Published in Salisbury Post on Nov. 10, 2015
Mr. Walter Junior Elder, 89, passed away Sunday, Nov. 8, 2015, at
Tucker Hospice House in Kannapolis. Mr. Elder was born June 1, 1926, in
Taylorsville, a son of the late Earl Lee Elder and Virgie Belle Deal Elder.
He worked for Allen Shoe Masonry as a brick mason. He was a veteran
of the U.S. Navy. Junior was of the Baptist faith. He enjoyed fishing,
gardening and spending time outdoors. Junior loved spending time with his
entire family.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his first
wife, Cecil Walker Elder; second wife, Marcella “Marcie” Deal Elder; three
brothers, Clifford Elder, Clyde Elder and Perry Elder; and two sisters, Cecil
Deal and Ruby McGuire.
Mr. Elder is survived by two daughters, Gail Beaver and husband
George of China Grove and Sandy Carter and husband Jimmie of China Grove;
stepchildren Ron McGinnis and wife Jenny of China Grove, Jim McGinnis and wife
Darlene of Kannapolis, Gary McGinnis and wife Vickie of China Grove and Kay
Lewis of Kannapolis; sister Betty Wensil of China Grove; four grandchildren, Robin Morris, Gina
Rigsby, Candie Blankenship and Stephen Carter; and numerous
step-grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
A funeral service is scheduled for 1 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 12 at
Lady's Funeral Home Chapel. Rev.
Eric Blankenship and Rev. Kevin Morris will
officiate. Interment will follow at West Lawn Memorial Park in China Grove
with military honors by the Rowan Veterans Honor Guard.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Caldwell
2014, Hudson, Caldwell Co., NC, Obituary
Billy Sullivan Justice, 80, of Hudson passed away on Tuesday, May
6, 2014 at Frye Regional Medical Center, [Hickory, Catawba Co., NC].
Mr. Justice was born on June 10th, 1933 in Caldwell County to the late Ira Lee
Justice and Maude Pearl Sullivan Justice.
He worked for 50 years in the trucking Industry, and retired after
40 years at Lenoir Mirror. He had a true love of fishing and shared it with his
sons. He was also a member of St. Johns Lutheran Church of Hudson.
In addition to his parents Mr. Justice is preceded in death by two
brothers Harold and Jim Justice, two sisters, Mary Lefevre and infant sister
Katherine Justice, 3 brother in-laws Gene Phillips, Ross Keaton, and Charles
Lefevre.
Those left to cherish the memory of Mr. Justice include his wife,
Jean Edge Justice of Hudson; four sons, Michael Justice of Lenoir; Randy
Justice and wife Debra of Hudson; Bobby Justice of Hudson; John Justice and
Wife Ginger of Granite Falls. Three grandsons, Casey Justice
and Patrick Justice of Granite Falls; Jessey Justice of Hudson. Granddaughter, Jasmine Justice. Step grandson, Nathaniel
Blankenship of Wilkesboro. Two
step great granddaughters, Kendall and Payton Blankenship
of Wilkesboro. Three sisters, Ruth Phillips of Columbia SC.;
Helen Hatley-Ellis of Hudson; and Betty Keaton of Hudson. And sister in-law, Cleo Justice of Lenoir.
Funeral Services for Mr. Justice will be held at 11:00 am on
Friday, May 9th 2014 at Pendry's Lenoir Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Ed
Warron officiating. Interment will follow the service at St. John's Lutheran
Church Cemetery. Serving as
pallbearers will be John Lindsey, Richard Tucker, Tim Brown, Terry Starnes,
Rusty Pennington, Tim Burchette, Harley Clark and Carey Houck.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Hudson, Caldwell Co.,
NC, Obituary
Weanona Ruby Eyler, 74 [1940], of Hudson passed away Monday, October 6, 2014 at Caldwell
Hospice and Palliative Care in Lenoir, [Caldwell Co., NC]. Mrs. Eyler was born in Caldwell County
to the late Pleas Barrett and Beatrice
Blankenship. She was a
homemaker and a member of Celia Creek Baptist church.
Those left to cherish her memory are her son David Eyler and wife
Janice of Granite Falls; daughters, Becky Main of Hudson, Sam Bryant of Granite
Falls, Crystal Eyler of Gastonia and Jenny Hollander of Granite Falls; her
brother Roy Barrett of Lenoir; ten grandchildren and three great grandchildren.
A funeral service will be held Thursday, October 9, 2014 at 11:00
a.m. and Celia Creek Baptist Church with Reverend Richard Shew officiating.
Burial will follow at Woodlawn Memorial Gardens. Serving as pallbearers will be
Josh Main, Dalton, Main, Dusty Isaacs, Daniel Isaacs, John Phillips, and Cody
Phillips.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Lenoir, Caldwell Co., NC, Obituary
Hickory Daily Record (NC) - April 19, 2014
Helen Linda Craig Herman, 88, of Craig Mountain Rd., Lenoir, died
Thursday, April 17, 2014 at the residence. She was born Nov. 21, 1925, in
Caldwell County, to the late Ben and Mary Lou Kincaid Craig.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her
husband, Cecil "Pinch" Herman; three brothers, Egbert Craig, John
"Sud" Craig and Thomas Craig; four sisters, Clara C. Houston, Rachel
Craig, Ann C. Harrington and Mamie C. Kendell; and an infant sister.
Mrs. Herman was a homemaker. She was a very active, longtime,
member of Gamewell United Methodist Church. Helen and "Pinch" was the
first couple to get married in the church in 1949. She was a choir member,
Sunday school teacher and member of United Methodist Women's Group.
Survivors include her two girls, Jennifer Sides Reep and husband,
Wayne, of Hickory and Donna Sides West and husband, Benny, of Granite Falls;one
sister, Dorothy Craig, of Griffith; sister-in-law, Emma Aeppli, of Cary; grandchildren, Richard A. Blankenship , Adam (Chris) Blankenship , Chadwick Yates Blankenship , David P. Beach and Sharon B. Penley; and 10 great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held Monday, April 21, at 3 p.m. at
Gamewell United Methodist Church, conducted by the Rev. Alice Day. Interment
will follow at Woodlawn Memorial Gardens of Lenoir. Serving as pallbearers will
be family and friends.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Lenoir, Caldwell
Co., NC, Obituary
The News-Topic, (Lenoir, NC) Date: October 30, 2014
Tiffany Maria Tippets, 39, of Lenoir passed away unexpectedly at
her residence on Sunday, Oct. 26, 2014. She was born in Charleston, SC., to
Clara Sue Humphreys and the late Albert Harrison Tippets.
She was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day
Saints. She enjoyed arts and crafts and loved her children dearly.
Besides her father, she was preceded in death by a niece, Casey
Luada West, her maternal grandparents, and several aunts and uncles.
Those remaining to cherish her memories are her mother, Clara Sue
Humphreys; one son, John Tyler Blankenship and fiancee Angel Hamby; and two
daughters, Josie Cheyanne Dishman, and Elizabeth Kaylynn Tippets. She also
leaves behind two sisters, Sonja Woodie and husband Gregory, and Tammy Tippets
Lewis; and one brother, Jeffrey Humphreys; as well as a number of nieces and
nephews.
Visitation for Ms. Tippets will be held at The Church of Jesus
Christ of Latter Day Saints on Connelly Springs Road in Lenoir on Saturday,
Nov. 1, 2014, 12 noon until 12:45 p.m. with the Funeral service to begin at 1
p.m. Elder Keith Dancy will officiate. Burial will follow in the Laur el Haven
Cemetery in Lenoir.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Lenoir, Caldwell Co., NC, Obituary
The News-Topic, (Lenoir, NC) Date: September 11, 2015
Jan Nichols McGee Farthing, 78, of Lenoir passed away Sept. 9,
2015, at Mary Washington Medical Center in Fredericksburg [City], Virginia. She was born on March 23,
1937, in Wilkes County to Ted R. Nichols and Ethel Holcomb Nichols.
A celebration of her life memorial service will be held at 3 p.m.
on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2015, at Lower Creek Baptist Church, Lenoir, with the
Rev. Jim Hart and the Rev. Larry Gilbreath officiating. Burial will be in
Pensacola, Florida, at Bayview Memorial Gardens.
Mrs. Farthing was a graduate of West High School and attended
secretarial school. She worked for 25 years for Lowe's Building Supply and
Hardware in administration. She taught third grade Sunday School
for 30 years in service to the Lord.
Mrs. Farthing was preceded in death by her parents, Ted and Ethel
Nichols, and her first husband, Joe Martin McGee. Also predeceased are two sisters, Louella Nichols Brown and Christine Nichols Blankenship.
She is survived by her husband, Chester P. Farthing, and his children,
grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and her daughters, Elizabeth Ann McGee
Shelton, and Linda Susan McGee Thompson; sons-in-law, Michael S. Shelton and
Ronnie C. Thompson; siblings, Julia Nichols Sears, Dale Nichols, William
Nichols, Judy Nichols and Deborah Nichols Pruitt; her grandchildren, Michael S.
Shelton II and wife Noelle Shelton, Heather Shelton Anderson and husband
Matthew Anderson, Benjamin Q. Bowman, and Hannah C. Bowman; and her
great-grand-children, Lillian Grace Shelton, Joseph Michael Shelton and Lorelai
Rose Anderson.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Lenoir, Caldwell Co., NC, Obituary
http://www.greer-mcelveenfuneralhome.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1661797
Paul A. Blankenship,
age 74, of Fairview Drive, Lenoir, died Friday, September 25, 2015 at his
residence. He was born December 29, 1940 in Caldwell County to the late Chelsie and Pearl Adkins
Blankenship.
In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by a brother, J. Earl Blankenship.
Mr. Blankenship was retired from Caldwell County, attended College
Avenue Baptist Church and was a United States Army Veteran.
Survivors include his wife,
Tommie Gail McCabe Blankenship of the home; two daughters, Tracy B. Jenkins and husband Eric of Lenoir and Diana B. Brooke and husband Ben of Asheville; one brother, Harold L. Blankenship of
Lenoir; one sister, Rowena Greene of Lenoir; and five grandchildren, Nathaniel Jenkins,
Charlie, Jack, Molly and Lillian Brooke.
Funeral services will be held Tuesday, September 29, 2015 at 2:00
P.M. at Greer-McElveen Funeral Home Chapel conducted by Dr. Chuck R. Brawley.
Interment will follow at Blue Ridge Memorial Park with military honors.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Carteret
2014, Beaufort, Carteret Co., NC, Obituary
Published in Jacksonville Daily News (NC)from Jan. 19 to Jan. 22, 2014
Amos Charles "Erskine" Blankenship Jr., 82, of Beaufort died Jan. 17, 2014, at
Duke University Hospital.
Memorial with Masonic rites will be 2 p.m. Tuesday at First Baptist
Church in Beaufort with the Revs. Michael Fields and Darrell
Williams officiating.
He served in the U.S. Army, and was a Mason, Shriner and member of
the local Elks Lodge.
Survivors include his wife,
Peggy Blankenship; and son,
Blair Blankenship of Morehead City.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
NC Birth; https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/VHKG-1NC
Robert Charles Blankenship, b. 20 Oct
1953, Carteret Co., S/o Amos Charles Blankenship & Peggy Joyce Guthrie
Caswell
+2015, Milton, Caswell Co., NC, Obituary
Danville Register & Bee (VA) Date: April 27, 2015
Virginia Whitlow Bernard, 87, of 4995 Mountain Hill Rd, Milton, NC,
died unexpectedly Saturday, April 25, 2015, at Danville Regional Medical Center, [Danville City, VA]. Mrs. Bernard was born in Franklin
County, Va., on July 19, 1927, a daughter of the late Hampton Hartwell Whitlow
and Mary Blankenship Whitlow.
Mrs. Bernard worked for 51 years in Dan River Inc., and was of the
Baptist faith. She was married to Wesley Calvin Bernard in January of 1950 who
survives of the residence.
Survivors also include two sons, Thomas C. Bernard, and wife,
Michelle; Lawrence W. Bernard, and wife, Meredith; all of Milton, NC; two
sisters, Christine Walker, Grace Fink; a brother, Allen Whitlow; five
grandchildren, Lucas, Bryan, Travis, Wesley, Austin Bernard; a
great-grandchild, Elijah Bernard.
She was predeceased by six sisters and three brothers.
Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, April 28, 2015, at 11
a.m. from the Wrenn-Yeatts North Main Chapel conducted by Pastor Brian Edwards.
A private burial will follow in the Bernard Family Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
1930 Census, Union Hall, Franklin Co., VA,
Whitlow, Hampton H. 44, M, VA, Head,
Whitlow, Mary 38, F, VA, Wife,
Whitlow, Everett H. 14, M, VA, Son,
Whitlow, Anna A. 12, F, VA, Dau,
Whitlow, Jessie J. 10, M, VA, Son,
Whitlow, Frank 08, M, VA, Son,
Whitlow, Lucinda 05, F, VA, Dau,
Whitlow, Virginia M. 02, F, VA, Dau,
Whitlow, Dorris G. 00, F, VA, Dau,
https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:C677-6N2
2014, Prospect Hill, Caswell Co., NC, Obituary
The Herald-Sun, (Durham, NC) - January 19, 2014
Ricky Dale Roemmich Jr., 34, died Saturday, January 18, 2014.
He was a graduate of Orange High School Class of 1998. He worked at
Southern Electric and later for UNC-CH for ten years. He enjoyed welding and
working his saw mill. He enjoyed the outdoors and hunting. He loved his family
and spending his free time with his children.
Surviving are his wife, Amber Blankenship Roemmich; two sons, R. J. Roemmich and Jarrett
Roemmich; his daughter, Malynne Roemmich; his parents, Bonita Fisher and
Richard Dale Roemmich, Sr., Efland; two sisters, Jennifer A. Powell (Bryan),
Timberlake, and Rebecca Roemmich (Nate Furstenberg), Cedar Grove; one niece,
Samantha Morris, Timberlake; and one nephew, Nicholas Powell, Timberlake.
The memorial service will be held 2:30 PM Monday in Walnut Grove
UMC by Rev. Gayla Collins and Rev. Bob Brizendine.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Catawba
2015, Conover, Catawba Co., NC, Obituary
Hickory Daily Record (NC) Date: April 1, 2015
Wanda "Joy" Malin, surrounded by her loved ones, left
this world Sunday, March 29, 2015 at Catawba Regional Hospice, [Newton,
Catawba Co., NC]. She laid down her hammer after an almost 3-year battle with
cancer. Her strong will to live, her unwavering faith in God, love and prayers
from family and friends; carried her through her fight. Joy was born in
Asheville, to the late Albert Calvin and Mary Russell Ollis.
She grew up alongside her brothers, Albert Ollis and Charles Ollis.
Charles "Charlie" resides in Hickory with his wife, Jan. A natural
born caregiver, Joy spent her days as a physical therapist assistant. She had a
passion for caring for others, which made her an amazing mother to sons, Adam
Chase Malin and Nathan Robert Malin.
In her free time, she spent her days with the love of her life Robert
"Bob" Edgar Malin. The two spent 32 wonderful years together. They
enjoyed trips on their motorcycle, laying by the beach and relaxing in the
mountains.
Joys surviving family and closest friends include her
daughter-in-law, Chandra Syna of Denver; best friend, Hazeleen Bowman of
Conover; half sisters, Brenda Dotson
and Carolyn Blankenship, both of Asheville; beautiful
granddaughter, Journey Syna Malin; and several friends and family.
A memorial service will be held today (Wednesday, April 1), at 5
p.m.at Concordia Lutheran Church in Hickory. The Revs.
Mark Schudde and Brian Weaver will officiate.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Conover, Catawba Co., NC, Obituary
Hickory Daily Record (NC) Date: September 11, 2015
Garry Lee Stiltner, 60, of Conover, died Wednesday, Sept. 9, 2015
at Frye Regional Medical Center [Hickory, Catawba Co., NC]. Born Sept. 27, 1954 he was the son of
the late Robert Henry Stiltner and Georgie Sturgeon Stiltner.
He was a coal miner in Virginia for 10 years. He was an avid NASCAR
fan, loved to sing and play guitar in church, fishing and playing with his
grandkids.
His wife of 40 years, Pat Stiltner of the home; a son, Sean Blankenship of Asheboro; two daughters,
Candy Cay Smith and husband, William of Bethlehem and Traci Blankenship and companion, William of Claremont; four
sisters, Shirley Smith of Ohio, Gertrude Lester of Big Rock, Va., Dolores
Lester and husband, Roland of Grundy, Va., and Beaulah Bowman of Vansant, Va.;
a brother, Kyle Stiltner of Grundy, Va.; eight grandchildren, Gari Lea Bickel and husband, Shawn of Chuckey,
Tenn., Jonathan Blankenship of Claremont, Kendal Johnson and
companion, Avery of Claremont, Dakota Smith and companion, Victoria of Hickory,
Sky Blankenship of
Vale, Ariana Blankenship of Claremont, Krissi Keen and husband,
James of Oakwood, Va., and Ashley Sweet and husband, T.J. of Taylorsville; six
great-grandchildren, Scarlet Smith, Isabella Brookshire, Sadie Sweet, Gunner
Sweet, Kara Clifton, Hadlei Keen; and three special friends, Randy Roberts and
Tim Truesdale and James Foster survive him.
Nine brothers and two sisters preceded him in death.
The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 13, at Covenant Baptist
Church with Pastor Edwin Elmore officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Hickory, Catawba Co., NC, Obituary
Hickory Daily Record (NC) - April 22, 2014
Selma Robinson Williams, 81, of Hickory passed away Sunday, April
20, 2014, at her residence. Born July 10, 1932 in Burnsville, NC, she was the
daughter of the late Milton and Cora McIntosh Robinson.
Mrs. Williams is survived by a son,
Randal Blankenship of Hickory; two sisters, Grace Martin of
Claremont and Maxine Engle of Icard; a brother, James B. Robinson of Hildebran;
and a granddaughter.
The graveside service will be held at 12:30 p.m. today (Tuesday,
April 22), in Fairview Cemetery with the Rev. Dale Faulkenbury officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Hickory, Catawba Co., NC, Obituary
Hickory Daily Record (NC) - May 3, 2014
Andy Lee Blankenship,
82, of Hickory, passed away Friday, May 2, 2014, at Catawba Regional Hospice in
Newton. Born Sept. 21, 1931, in
Catawba County, he was the son of the late Leonard and Ella Skenns Blankenship. He was a member of Springs Road Baptist
Church.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Patsy Ruth Perry Blankenship; a sister; and seven brothers.
He is survived by his daughter,
Karen Lynn Cobb, of Taylorsville; three sons, George M. Blankenship, of the home, Marvin
Lee Blankenship, of Ohio and Steve Blankenship, of Hudson; brother, Paul
Blankenship of West Virginia;
two sisters, Brenda Fox and Faye Hatfield, both of West Virginia; 11
grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren.
The funeral service will be held Sunday, May 4, at 4 p.m.at Springs
Road Baptist Church in Hickory, with the Rev. Jeff Brown officiating. Burial
will follow in the church cemetery with military graveside honors by American
Legion Post 16 of Newton.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Hickory, Catawba Co., NC, Obituary
The News Herald, (Morganton, NC) - August 1, 2014
Chelsea Ann Lester, 17, of Hickory, was called to be with the Lord
Sunday, July 27, 2014. Chelsea was born to Kelly Ann Franklin at Forsyth County
May 31, 1997. She was a student at East Burke High School.
She was preceded in death by her great-grandfather, Alvin C.
Franklin; great-grandfather, Willard Walker; great-grandmother, Martha Walker;
and great-aunt, Janice Blankenship.
In addition to her mother, she is survived by a brother, Alex
Betancourt; sister, Eva Betancourt; maternal grandparents, Wayne C. Franklin
and Joann Franklin; great-grandmother, Doris L. Franklin; uncle, Brian
Franklin; great-uncle, Donald Franklin and wife, Barbara; great-aunt, Barbara
Hudson and husband, Larry; great-uncle, Jeff Walker; great-aunt, Kathy Carter
and husband, Dennis; great-aunt, Dana Feimster and husband, Gary; and a great
number of cousins.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Hickory, Catawba Co., NC, Obituary
Hickory Daily Record (NC) Date: September 23, 2014
Violet White Kale, 83 passed away Sunday, Sept. 21, 2014 at Frye
Regional Medical Center unexpectedly. Mrs. Kale was born May 16, 1931 in
Catawba County, to the late Vosco H. and Sadie Hendricks White.
Mrs. Kale was a lifelong member of Highland Baptist Church where
she was church clerk, pianist and organist for 70 years. She was a former
District Manager for Avon and was an independent sales rep. for over 40 years.
In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her sister, Anita Blankenship; and a granddaughter, Bailey Catherine Yates.
Mrs. Kale is survived by her husband of 65 years, Jerry W. Kale of
the home; sons, David Kale and wife, Sandra of Marvin, NC., Nelson Kale and
wife, Elaine of Hickory, and Jesse Kale of Hickory; daughters, Donna Vrla and
husband, Justin of Gastonia, Mary Lail and husband, Ron of Hickory and Diane
Phillips of Hickory;and 13 grandchildren and six
great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held today at 1:30 p.m. at Highland
Baptist Church with Pastor Jesse Lott. Pallbearers will be Nelson Kale, Jesse Kale,
Christopher Kale, Alex Kale, Drew Phillips, and Dave Phillips. Honorary
pallbearers will be Ron Lail and Justin Vrla. Burial will follow at Woodlawn
Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
SSDI:
Blankenship, Anita W., 57, 30Jul1945 - 22Jan2003, Hickory,
Catawba, NC, NC-241-74-8782
2014, Hickory, Catawba Co., NC, Obituary
Hickory Daily Record (NC) Date: November 29, 2014
Mary Margaret Carter, 86, of Hickory, departed this world Thursday,
Nov. 27, 2014, at Frye Regional Medical Center, as a result of declining
health. She was born Aug. 2, 1928, in Steele, Mo., the daughter of Mary Lee
Gibbs Steele and Dan Steele, and a beloved sister to Danton Gibbs Steele and
Malcolm Lee Steele.
She was a graduate of Fayetteville University, Magna Cum Laude in
the 70's, with a Bachelors in Accounting degree. She
was employed by the U.S. Army in the special war fare center and retired from
the IRS as an agent. She had many passions in life but her greatest joy was spending
time with her family. She was united in marriage to the love of her life,
Laurence S. Carter Aug. 10, 1963, who survives, at the home.
She is also survived by her children, Thomas Pierce Gibbs Franklin
and his wife, Allyson, Dr. Lawrence S. Carter Jr. and Cassaundra Hefner,
daughter, Corrine Carter, of Prattville, Ala., Hannah Carter and Austin Carter,
of Scotts Dale, Ariz., Jamie Povrik, of Atlanta, Ga., Ashleigh Dick, of Kansas
City, Taunya Smith, of Gulfport, Miss., Samantha Storch, Alexandra, Va., and
Dawn Cherami, of Beaufort, S.C.;12 great-grandchildren; two nieces, Margaret Faye Blankenship and Mary Lee Williams, both of Norfolk, Va.; and nephew, Daniel
Lee Steele, of Norfolk, Va.
Mary served as an exemplary Military officer's wife, dedicated to
her role. Mary Margaret had a special love for the many poodles she had
throughout her life. She enjoyed traveling the world with her husband with her
most recent trip to Norway, followed by touring the Mediterranean. Mary
Margaret enjoyed sharing stories of their military life in Paraguay and
Guatemala. Mary will be greatly missed by her family, her many friends and her
loving poodle Tristan III.
The funeral service will be held Sunday, Nov. 30, at 3 p.m. at
Bass-Smith Funeral Home Chapel in Hickory, with the Rev. Don Ingle officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Chatham
2015, Siler City, Chatham
Co., NC, Obituary
Published in The News & Observer on Dec. 20,
2015
Candace Cox Bonus was born in Richmond, Indiana and died at home in
Siler City, North Carolina, surrounded by family.
Candace is survived by her husband of 59 years, Thaddeus Marion
Bonus. She and Ted were long-time residents of Fearrington Village, Chatham
County, North Carolina.
Candace was predeceased by her parents, Thelma Marcelene and Dail
W. Cox.
Candace is also survived by her sister Catherine C. Howard, her daughters Ellen M. Bonus (Ernest B.
Hood), Emily B. Long (Bryan B. Baylor), and Elizabeth B. Blankenship, her son Andrew C. Bonus (Annamarie), her grandchildren Benjamin
E. Zeigler, Lillian M. Zeigler, Charles H. Schroeder, Jeffrey A. Bonus, James
A. Bonus, and Emerson M. Baylor, and her great-grandson Malik Y. Mouabid.
Candace is also survived by extended family including nieces and
step-grandchildren.
In addition to her parents Candace was also predeceased by her
sister, Carol Cox Spackman, and son-in-law
James F. Blankenship, Jr.
A memorial service is not planned.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Cleveland
+2015, Polkville, Cleveland Co., NC, Obituary
Published in Shelby Star on Mar. 4, 2015
Virginia Ethel Holloway Curd, 78, of Polkville, passed away Monday,
March 2, 2015, and became a rose bud that will never wilt. She was born in
Dinwiddie County, Virginia, on March 25, 1936, a daughter of the late Joseph H.
Holloway & Margaret
Blankenship Holloway.
In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband
David Franklin Curd Sr.; daughter Kamala Deva Curd; two brothers, Rodney
Holloway and Joseph Holloway Jr.; a sister Annette Killian; two great
grandchildren, Caitlin Massagee & Mckenna Massagee.
Survivors include three sons, David F. Curd, Jr & wife Susan of
Gatlinburg, Tennessee; Jeffrey Wayne Curd & wife Sandra of Tunnel Hill,
Georgia, and Evan Truelove of Polkville; two daughters, Diana Owens & Doug
Jones of Shelby and Cindy Queen & husband Mike of Polkville; seven
grandchildren, Jennifer Wright, Mathew Owens, Justin Queen, Bryan Curd, Austin
Curd, Ryan Curd, Megan Curd; two great grandchildren, Avery Hudson, and Holly
Wright.
Memorial services will be held at 2 p.m., Thursday, at
Stamey-Tysinger Funeral Home & Cremation Center Chapel, with the Rev. Len
Byers officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
1940 Census, Colonial Heights, Matoaca
District, Chesterfield Co., VA,
Holloway, Joseph H. 27, M, VA, Head,
Holloway, Margaret B. 23, F, VA, Wife,
Holloway, Rodney 06, M, VA, Son,
Holloway, Joseph H. 05, M, VA, Son,
Holloway, Virginia E. 04, F, VA, Dau,
Holloway, Annette 01, F, VA, Dau,
https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:VRYK-V66
2014, Shelby, Cleveland Co., NC, Obituary
http://www.cecilmburtonfuneralhome.com/?pagetype=obitlink&obit_id=1466222
Tony Eugene Sams, age 36 died Wednesday, November 26, 2014 at his
home. Born in Glasgow Ky., he was the son of Tony W. and Michele Blankenship Sams.
Tony was a Golf Professional and a member of the PGA,
He most recently worked at Lake Hickory Country Club.
Tony is preceded in death by his grandparents, G. Paul and Rose V. Sams and Gene and Christeen Blankenship.
In addition to his parents Tony is survived by his daughter, Eva
Marie Sams and Eva’s mother, Bryttani Gillum both of Granite Falls; a brother
Michael Paul Sams of Shelby; niece and nephew, Michael Paul Sams II and Maddox
Grace Sams both of Rock Hill; and several loving aunts, uncles and cousins.
Memorial service will be held at a later time.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Cumberland
2015, Hope Mills, Cumberland
Co., NC, Obituary
The Sanford Herald, (NC) Date: July 7, 2015
Della Lee Carpenter, 51, of Hope Mills, died Saturday (6/27/15) at
home.
She is survived by her mother, Ruby Hazel Lee Carpenter; daughters,
Samantha Swadling and Jennifer Swadling; son, Michael Swadling; brothers, Mark Carpenter and John R. Blankenship; and three grandchildren.
She was retired from the Army.
Funeral service will be held today at 2 p.m. at Sandhills Veterans
Cemetery in Spring Lake. Burial will follow at the Sandhills Veterans Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Spring Lake,
Cumberland Co., NC, Obituary
http://www.oppfh.com/new_view.php?id=5332848
Stella Akers, January 25, 1926 - April 04, 2014
Mrs. Stella Marie Blankenship Akers, 88, of Spring Lake passed away Friday, April 4, 2014 at
her home. She was born in Maitland, WV, the daughter of the late William Henry and Renda
Jane Milam Blankenship.
Mrs. Akers was preceded in death by her husband, Wilda Akers;
daughter, Drena Gay Glover; son, Ricky Dean Akers and several brothers. She was
a homemaker, mother and wife of a pastor.
Mrs. Akers is survived by her sons, Reggie Akers and wife Stella of
Spring Lake and Ron Akers of Spring Lake, 6 grandchildren, 17
great-grandchildren, 3 great-great grandchildren, 2 sisters and 3 brothers.
Funeral service will be 2:00 PM Monday, April 7, 2014 at
O’Quinn-Peebles-Phillips Chapel in Lillington with Rev. Larry Stancil
officiating. Burial will follow in Harnett Memorial Park.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Currituck
2015, Poplar Branch, Currituck Co., NC, Obituary
The Daily Advance, (Elizabeth City, NC)
Date: May 25, 2015
Dorothy Guard Tomlin, 89, of 873 Aydlett Road, Poplar Branch, NC,
died Saturday, May 23, 2015, at Vidant Medical Center in Greenville, [Pitt
Co.,] NC. Born in
Jarvisburg, NC, on June 29, 1925, she was the daughter of the late Guy Picot
Cooke Sr. and Minnie Bradshaw Cooke.
She was the wife of the late John Etheridge Guard Jr., the father
of her children, and the late Charlie Tomlin. Four years after the death of her
husband, John, Dorothy enrolled in college at age 39 and, overcoming several
obstacles, completed a bachelor's degree in elementary education in four years.
She taught in the elementary schools of Currituck County and retired with 20
years of experience. Her determination and work ethic were an inspiration to
her family and others with whom she came in contact. She was a devoted member
of her church and was buoyed by her faith.
Mrs. Tomlin is survived by two daughters, Janice Bray and husband
Frank of Maple, NC, and Joanne Caroon and husband Tom of Manteo, NC; four sons,
John Guard, III and wife Loretta of Edenton, NC, James Guard and wife Elaine of
Aydlett, NC, Jack Guard and wife Denise of Southern Shores, NC, and Jeff Guard
and wife Therese of Greenville, NC; 12 grandchildren,
Kelli Bogle (Steve), Kevin Bray (Christie), John Guard IV (Kelly), Chris Guard
(Stacey), Kim Teele (Jim), Steven Caroon, Joshua Caroon, James Guard Jr. (Amy),
Amy Blankenship (Andy), Caroline
Guard, Chuck Guard and Corinne Guard; and 10 great-grandchildren, Kaitlin Guard, Kaylee Guard, Ethan Guard, Noah
Guard, Chloe Teele, Tyler Bray, Landon Bray, Jaxson Bray, Stephanie Bogle and Maggie Ann Blankenship .
In addition to her parents and her husbands, she was preceded in
death by a brother, Guy P. Cooke Jr.; and a sister, Virginia C. Saunders.
A funeral service will be held Tuesday, May 26, 2015, at 2 p.m. at
Sharon United Methodist Church, Poplar Branch, with the Rev. Dr. Susanna
Fitch-Slater officiating. A private graveside service will follow in the family
cemetery in Aydlett.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Davidson
+2014, Lexington, Davidson
Co., NC, Obituary
Winston-Salem Journal (NC) - February 27, 2014
Perman Levi Shell Jan. 22, 1938 - Feb. 26, 2014
Mr. Perman Levi Shell, 76, passed away February 26, 2014 at his
residence. He was born January 22, 1938 in Caldwell County, NC to the late
James Robert Shell and Ethel
Blankenship Shell. Mr. Shell
was of the Baptist faith and was retired from Hughes Supply Company.
He was preceded in death by his son, Wesley Shell and three
brothers and two sisters.
Mr. Shell is survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Alice Maranville
Shell; two daughters, Kim Shell Boyles and Karen Shell; two granddaughters,
Stephanie Myers and Allison Poole; five great-grandchildren; one great-great
grandchild; his brother, Gary Shell and wife Kay.
A funeral service will be held at 2:00p.m., Friday, February 28,
2014 at Parklawn Memorial Park Mausoleum Chapel with the Rev. Glen Sanford
officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Lexington, Davidson Co., NC, Obituary
http://www.briggsfuneralhome.com/fh/obituaries/obituary.cfm?o_id=2736129&fh_id=10543
Mrs. Crystal Lynn Cyrus Harris age 53 of Sagebrush Trail, Lexington
died Friday, October 3, 2014 at Hinkle Hospice House. Mrs. Harris was born
September 17, 1961 to Robert Eugene Cyrus and Brenda Lee Blankenship and is a native of Virginia.
Crystal was a member of True Worship Church in Denton and worked as
a Certified Nursing Assistant.
In addition to her parents she was also preceded in death by a
brother, Robert Cyrus.
Survivors include, Fiancee, Donnie Graves of Denton; sons, James
Harris (Kimberly) of Lexington and Eric Harris (Sharon Coggins) of Trinity;
daughter, Angela Birchall (Logan) of Arizona; sisters, Anna Wooten of
Wilkesboro and Amanda Lytton of Christiansburg, VA; grandchildren, (10) Austin
Harris, Brian Hull, Joshua Hull, Kaysie Hill, Dalton Hull, Brittney Whittsell,
Zachary Whittsell, Dylan Birchall, Dawson Birchall, and Jaxson Birchall; great
grandchildren, (2) Jayden Hull and Nathaniel Hull.
Funeral services will be held 2:00 PM Monday, Oct. 6 at Briggs
Funeral Home Memorial Chapel conducted by Rev. Mike Irby, Rev. David Irby, and
Rev. Norman Henderson.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Lexington, Davidson Co., NC, Obituary
http://www.davidsonfuneralhome.net/fh/obituaries/obituary.cfm?o_id=2816589&fh_id=10540
Mrs. Phyllis Spurlock Blankenship, age 72 of Lexington passed away November 21, 2014 at Hinkle
Hospice House after a long battle with cancer. Mrs. Blankenship was born August
20, 1942 in Buchanan County Virginia.
A memorial service will be held at 11:00 AM Tuesday, November 25 at
Freedom Baptist Church conducted by Preacher Clyde Akers.
She was a loving mother and caregiver to many.
She was preceded in death by parents Hobert Spurlock and Agnes
Keene, her grandparents Frances and Al Spurlock who raised her. She was also
preceded in death by her first husband Raddie Charles and her second husband Harrison Blankenship.
She is survived by her son Terry Charles and wife Sharon of
Lexington; sisters Judy (Jackie) Deel of Grundy, Va, Jan (Danny) Godsey of
Bluff City, Tn and Ada Spurlock Stacy of Hurley, Va; special cousins Brooks
(Bev) Allen of Spokane, Wa and Oscar Spurlock, Jr. and wife Ruby of Hurley, Va.
She is also survived by her grand puppy Sampson and a host of loving friends
and family members.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Lexington, Davidson Co., NC, Obituary
www.meaningfulfunerals.net/home/index.cfm?action=public:obituaries.view&o_id=3356535&fh_id=10540
Robert Keith Leonard, 64, of Lexington, won his battle with cancer
on Monday, October 19, 2015, at Hinkle Hospice House. He was born June 9, 1951,
in Davidson County, to Palmer Leonard and Vallie Mae Hedrick Leonard.
A celebration of his life will be 11 a.m. Friday, October 23, 2015,
at Davidson Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Elton Wilborne officiating.
Mr. Leonard worked in the Furniture Industry for many years until
retiring from Linwood Furniture and was a member of Charity Baptist Church in
Thomasville.
In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by brothers,
Garland Leonard and Donald Leonard; and sister, Emogene Houser.
Surviving are his loving wife of 37 years, Connie Kay Shelton
Leonard of the home; son, Brian Leonard and wife Wendy of Lexington; four
grandchildren, Amanda, Jacob, Will and Alicia Mann and husband, Ben; his very
precious great-grandson, Christian Keith, who was pa’s buddy; brothers, Gary
Leonard (Debbie) and Jerry Leonard (Sharon), all of Lexington; sisters, Judy Tysinger (Johnny), Kay
Hanes (Ronnie), Linda
Blankenship and Doris Leonard,
all of Lexington; and a host of nieces and nephews.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Lexington, Davidson
Co., NC, Obituary
Lola Slaydon Smith, beloved daughter, wife, mother, grandmother,
great-grandmother sister and friend and called Bambi by some, died Friday night
December 4, 2015 at her home at the age of 87. She had been in declining health
for some time. Lola was born in Surry County January 7, 1928 to William Henry
Slaydon and Cinnie Myrtle Creed Slaydon.
The funeral will be held 2:00 pm Wednesday December 9, 2015 at
Reeds Baptist Church, where she was a member with Revs. Henry
Watterson and Brian Sink. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. The
family will receive friends at Davidson Funeral Home from 6:00 until 8:00 pm
Tuesday night.
At six weeks old, her family moved to Davidson County, where she
would attend Reeds School, help her mother with
housework and on the family farm. Lola was an active member of Reeds Baptist
Church former Sunday school teacher and on the bereavement food team. Lola was
a Godly woman who was a Christian example to her family and all who knew her,
and was always there when someone needed a helping hand. She was a homemaker and
also a dedicated help to her husband in their business, Wel-Done Products.
Lola also enjoyed quilting and gardening and always shared the
fruits of her labor with family and friends. Lola will forever be remembered
for her light rolls, chicken pie, milkshakes, silver bell candies and her kind
and giving heart.
Lola was preceded in death by her parents; husband of 71 years,
Weldon Smith who died October 9, 2015; daughter, Myra Leonard; grandson, Tim B.
Grubb; sisters, Ethel Walser
(Claude), Birdie Blankenship (Andrew) and Ruby
Parnell; brother, William Slaydon (Elfriede).
Lola is survived by five children, Joyce Grubb (Foy), Junie Smith
(Reta), Laura Hemphill (Rick), Lesia Reudelhuber (George), David Smith (Kim),
all of Lexington; 16 grandchildren, Jennifer Rosecrans (Ben), Tim’s widow,
Cathy, Michael Leonard (Shelly), Matthew Leonard, Meredith Pope, Chrissy
Tribley (Tom), Angie Hutchins (Barry), Karrie Sink (Mark), Robert Weldon
(Heather), Brian Sink (Christy), Rusty Sink (Rebecca), Spencer Reudelhuber
(special friend, Madison), Auston Reudelhuber (Rachel), Amanda Elmore, Jeb
Alexander Smith (special friend, Hailee), and Mattie Smith (special friend
Kevin); 26 great-grandchildren, Alex Grubb, Mackenzie Hall, Keaton Turrentine,
Salem Turrentine, Janeice Leonard, Brianna Leonard, Thomas Leonard, Kristen
Pope, Kip Pope, Noah Tribley, Sierra Hutchins, Monica Hutchins, Sarah Sink,
Josh Sink, Lauryn Sink, Morrigan Hively, Mason Weldon Hatfield Smith, Caleb
Sink, Michael Sink, Darren Sink, Jenna Sink, Kaitlyn Sink, Wyatte Weldon Sink,
Addie Reudelhuber, Kyler Elmore, Korbin Elmore; special niece and spouse, Twyla
and Kirby Sechrist; sisters, Kathleen Westmoreland (Chester deceased) and
Aileen Hartman (Bill deceased) both of Lexington.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Thomasville, Davidson Co., NC, Obituary
Mr. David Sampson Blankenship, 71, of Thomasville, passed away Saturday, May 3, 2014 at Forsyth
Medical Center, [Winston-Salem, Forsyth Co., NC]. A
resident of this area most of his life, David was born on June 14, 1942 in
Danville, VA to the late Sampson
Kenton and Mattie Chattin Blankenship.
On April 24, 1958, he married Elaine Lohr, with whom he shared over
56 wonderful years by her side. He had worked as a land surveyor for many years
in the area. David especially enjoyed flying, having received his pilot's
license, was an excellent rifleman, and enjoyed racing motorcycles in his
earlier years.
Surviving is his wife, Elaine Lohr Blankenship of the home; three daughters, Jeanette Boles and her husband Lee of Thomasville, Renee Blankenship and significant other, Wayne Williamson of
Thomasville, and Debbie Todd and her husband Jarrett of Sophia; son, David Wayne Blankenship and his wife Patsy of Thomasville; six grandchildren, Joshua,
Samuel, Heather, Chad, Harrison, and Jacob; and five great grandchildren.
A celebration of David's life will be held at 2 pm Tuesday in the
chapel of Thomasville Funeral Home, 18 Randolph Street, with Rev. Jeremy
Linville officiating. Entombment will follow in the Floral Garden Memorial Park
Mausoleum.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Davie
+2014, Mocksville, Davie Co., NC, Obituary
http://forbisanddick.com/obituaries/pauletta-blankenship-shrewsbury/100459/
Mrs. Pauletta Blankenship Shrewsbury, 70, of Country Lane, died Monday, October 6, 2014, at Wake
Forest Baptist Medical Center in Winston-Salem. She was born March 1, 1944, in
Wyoming County, WV to the late James
Morgan and Cordie Mae Adkins Blankenship.
Mrs. Shrewsbury was a member of Fellowship Baptist Church in
Advance. Her Lord and her family were
the most important things in her life.
She was a loving mother and grandmother who loved to spoil her
grandchildren.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her
husband, Hubert Otis “Red” Shrewsbury; a grandson, Robert Seth Cannada; and
four brothers, Roy, Bob, Morris and Dennis Blankenship.
Survivors include three children, Mike Shrewsbury of Cleveland,
Steve Shrewsbury (Lisa) of Statesville and Chris Shrewsbury (Melissa Dorsett)
of Mocksville; six grandchildren, Levi Morgan Shrewsbury (Katie), Whitley Jo
Lovelady (Joseph), Ariel Marie Jones (Mark), Joshua Lee Shrewsbury, Christina
Marie Shrewsbury and Zacharia Shade Shrewsbury; six great-grandchildren; four siblings, Theodore Blankenship (Myrtle), Elden Blankenship (Kate), James
Blankenship and Letha Allen, all of WV; and several nieces and nephews.
A funeral service will be conducted at 11 a.m., Thursday, October
9, at Fellowship Baptist Church with the Rev. Wayne Swisher officiating.
Interment will follow in Rose Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Duplin
2015, Chinquapin, Duplin Co., NC, Obituary
Published in Jacksonville Daily News from
Mar. 23 to Mar. 24, 2015
Rashie Wilbur Lanier, age 75, of Chinquapin died Sunday, March 22,
2015, at home.
He was preceded in death by his parents, James Wilbur and Mary
Lanier; sister, Evelyn Blankenship; and brother, James Lee Lanier.
Visitation will be held from 1 to 2 p.m. Wednesday, March 25, 2015,
at Serenity Funeral Home, Beulaville with funeral service following at 2 p.m.
Interment will be held at East Duplin Memorial Gardens, Beulaville.
Mr. Lanier is survived by his wife, Hazel Jenkins Lanier of
Chinquapin; daughter, Lisa Lanier Hood and husband Chris of Kenansville;
sister, Faye Thigpen of Beulaville; brothers, Samuel Lanier, Russell Lanier and
Elwood Ray Lanier all of Chinquapin; and three grandchildren, Elizabeth Hood,
Britton Hood, and Ada Lise Hood.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Durham
+2014, Durham, Durham Co., NC, Obituary
The Courier-Times, (Roxboro, NC) - February 26, 2014
James Finley Blankenship, Jr., 57, of Durham, died Tuesday, Feb. 25, at his home. Born in
Chicago, Ill. and raised in Roxboro, Jim was the son of James Finley Blankenship Sr., and the late Hester Belle Parkes.
In addition to his mother, a brother and a grandson precede him in
death.
He was the sole proprietor of Blankenship Refrigeration, which served the Durham, Chapel Hill, Hillsborough, Burlington
and Mebane area. He prided himself on providing honest and reliable service to
his many clients.
Jim is survived by his loving wife,
Elizabeth Bonus Blankenship, his father,
James Finley Blankenship Sr. and special friend Doris, his two sisters, Carolyn B.
Hicks and her husband, C.T. and Sharon Lynn Blankenship and her fiancé, Mike, his brother Frederick
Ray Blankenship and wife, Pam,
his son, James Finley Blankenship III, a granddaughter and grandson, his loving
in-laws, nieces and nephews, a host of friends, and pets.
Funeral services will be held at the chapel in Walker's Funeral
Home in Hillsborough on Thursday, Feb. 27, at 2 p.m.
Burial will follow at Mebane Memorial Gardens in Mebane. Pallbearers will be James Blankenship III, Dwight Soloman, Douglas Soloman, Dusty Blankenship, Henry Schroeder, Ben Zeigler and John Castagna. Alternates are
Bryan Baylor and Ernie Hood.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Public Records; https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/KYFL-863
James Finley Blankenship – b.13May1956 -
Residence 1007: Durham,
Relatives: Elizabeth C. Bonus-Blankenship,
WV
Marriage; https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/FY2V-G6T
James Finley
Blankenship - Hester Belle Fellers – 1950, Hancock,
2014, Durham, Durham Co.,
NC, Obituary
Published in The News & Observer on Mar. 16,
2014
Dr. Blaine S. Nashold, Jr., November 21, 1923~March 11, 2014, was
born in Lenox, South Dakota. He was raised in Denver, Colorado, and Mt. Vernon,
Indiana, on his family farm and attended Indiana University where he met his
wife Irene Halverson . At Ohio State University he was
awarded a Masters of Science Degree in Microbiology. After attaining his M.D. from
the University of Louisville, he did his neurosurgical residency at the
Montreal Neurologic Institute and McGill University.
Between 1951-53 he was seconded to the Office of Naval
Intelligence, U.S. Navy, Atlantic Fleet and Pacific Fleet where he served two
distinguished tours of duty in the Mediterranean and Korea.
After a fellowship in neurosurgery at the Baptist Hospital in
Winston-Salem, he was appointed an Associate professor at Duke University
School of Medicine and Chief of Neurosurgery at the Veterans Administration
Hospital in Durham, NC.
Between 1961-63 he was the personal Neurosurgeon to
President John F. Kennedy. Dr. Nashold was a pioneer in stereotactic
neurosurgery, pediatric neurosurgery and the treatment of chronic pain
syndromes. He rose to international acclaim for his treatment of pain and brain
tumors operating on foreign leaders, soldiers, and the poor from Sri Lanka to
Japan and Europe. His academic work included forty years of research and over
300 publications in books and surgical journals. He was particularly proud of
winning the Speigel/Wycis Award for his work in stereotactic Neurosurgery.
During his forty years as a professor of neurosurgery at Duke School of
Medicine he trained dozens of Neurosurgeons who carried on his spirit of
dedication to patient care, the pursuit of knowledge and surgical excellence.
Dr. Nashold loved sailing which brought his family together on many
memorable adventures. Irene was always by his side and took the helm many
times. He won the Miami-Montego Yacht Race against all odds. He also had a
passion for collecting antique cars, which he raced all over the country. Our
personal memories of our father are several among many. He loved music since
his days playing the trombone with Glen Miller when he was fifteen. We went to
bed every night with Mozart and Beethoven wafting through the house. He loved
books, medical, fiction and nonfiction.
Our mother, Irene, was the first cook who made all the recipes in
Julia Child's Mastering the Art of French Cooking. She threw famous
dinner parties and opened our home to many travelers who came to work with our
father with the greatest food and constant grace. She and dad were great
partners.
We will miss dad deeply. As his many patients and friends from Duke
will. But he passed away in peace and is in God's Hands.
Blaine Nashold is survived by his loving wife Irene Nashold, his
children Susan Clark, Jim Nashold, Ann Nashold, and Sara Shepherd, his grandchildren Emily Hege, Jessica
Shepherd, James Shepherd, Jackie
Blankenship, and Jonah
Binstock and his great-grandchild Henry Hege.
Plans for a memorial service at St. Phillips are pending.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Durham, Durham Co., NC, Obituary
Published in The News & Observer on May 1,
2014
Mary June Mago, 78, of Durham, North Carolina, died Sunday, April
27, 2014, surrounded by her family at home, after a brave battle with cancer.
Mary June was born January 20, 1936, in Conway, AR, to the late Otto and Delma
Turner.
She graduated from Conway High School and went on to attend the
University of Arkansas at Conway, the University of Missouri at Columbia, and
Meredith College in NC. She earned her degree in teaching and in Home
Economics.
Mary June is survived by her husband of 34 years, Dr. Gyula Mago,
her son, Herb Schmidt (Judy) of Joplin, MO and Florida, her daughter, Danna
Markoff of Raleigh, NC, and her son, Scott Schmidt of Joplin, MO. She is also
survived by six grandchildren, Tyler
Schmidt, Andrew Markoff, Paul Markoff, Sam Markoff, Katie Blankenship, and Taylor Anne Winters, along with two
new great-grandchildren, Nora Blankenship and Elise Winters. Survivors also include
siblings Ed Turner of Tucson, AZ, and Dr. Kay Goodman of Duluth, MN, and a very
special cousin, Bob Rickett of Monroe, LA.
Mary June will always be remembered as a special wife, mother ,
grandmother, friend, daughter, and sister, and as a giving member of her
community, church, extended family, and many philanthropic organizations. She
always found a quiet way to serve, never wanting to be out in front while
attending to others' needs.
Mary June was a perfectionist in all her activities, especially as
they related to her family, but also in her well-known avocations as a
musician, seamstress, gardener, and baker. Her children remember her love for
cooking as she prepared wonderful cookies and meals for them and their friends,
everyone had their favorites, and asked for them whenever holidays and special
events rolled around, and she delighted in providing for their wishes. She
helped children and grandchildren make puppets, put on plays, carve pumpkins, shop for parents' birthdays and other holidays. Her culinary
skills were well known at church, too, where she prepared meals for
parishioners as well as visiting priests.
Music was a lifelong activity as Mary June played the piano and
organ at home, school, and churches throughout her life. She played the flute
and piccolo in the Arkansas state orchestra and band and later learned to play
several stringed instruments, including the zither. Mary June loved gardening
and "rescuing" plants from almost anywhere. She grew, ate, shared,
and amazed everyone with her awareness and knowledge of all growing things.
Sewing and stitchery were her crowning skills. Her children and grandchildren
remember that she always made THE BEST Halloween costumes and other attire for
special occasions and created beautiful afghans and
quilts. In recent years she learned to make vestments and altar cloths for her
church, spending hours researching and sewing intricate designs by hand. Altar
cloths that she created are now on display in the chapel of the USS North
Carolina Battleship in Wilmington, NC.
Funeral Mass on Saturday, May 3, 11:00 a.m. at Holy Redeemer
Catholic Church, 1841 N. White Street, Wake Forest, NC, with burial to follow
at Raleigh Memorial Park.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Durham, Durham Co., NC, Obituary
Published in The News & Observer on Aug. 10,
2014
Barbara Stephenson Jones, October 3, 1950 - August 7, 2014
Barbara's 3-year courageous and hard-fought battle with cancer
ended Thursday evening August 7. God has taken her to her heavenly home of
which she was certain and anticipated with great hope. Barbara Stephenson Jones
was born October 3, 1950 to Jack and Mozelle Stephenson.
She graduated from Garner Senior High School in 1968 and attended
Hardbargers Business College. She was employed by City of Raleigh Department of
Transportation for 21 years and especially enjoyed her years as Administrative
Assistant to Donald Blackburn, City Director of Transportation.
Barbara was preceded in death by her parents, nephew Dean Langdon
and great-niece Grace Ann White.
Left to cherish Barbara's memory are her beloved and devoted
husband of 25 years L. G. Jones, his children Haven Taylor and Lewis Jones,
granddaughter Savannah Jones all of Durham; sisters Sue Honeycutt (Carl) of
Garner, Carolyn Brakebill (Jack) of Knoxville, TN; nieces/nephew Carlette Moser (David) of Silk Hope, Celeste Blankenship (Johnny) of Raleigh,
Scott Honeycutt (Beth) of Garner, Robin White of Galva, Illinois; great-nieces & nephews Marshall Moser (Virginia), Kevin Moser (Amanda), Brythe Blankenship, Haley Blankenship,
Arlie Honeycutt, Jackson Honeycutt, Justin Capps, Noel White and Will White;
great, great-nephew/nieces Landon Moser, Ava Moser and Brianna White; many
special friends.
Barbara loved all things beautiful....hummingbirds, feral kittens,
doggies....and was able to grow anything! She inherited her green thumb from
her mother Mozelle; her competitive spirit and work ethic from her dad Jack.
Barbara found great joy in loving, sharing and giving. She cherished and served
her family, friends and neighbors unselfishly, tirelessly and with great
devotion. She will be greatly missed.
The memorial service will be held Monday, August 11 at 3:30 in the
chapel at Bryan Lee Funeral Home, 1200 Benson Road, Garner, NC.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Durham, Durham Co., NC, Obituary
Published in The Boston Globe on Aug. 13, 2014
Charles E. "Buddy" Crosbie, Of Durham, NC, formerly of
North Reading, August 9, 2014, age 89.
Beloved husband of the late Evelyn (Nolan)
Crosbie and the late Doris (Fortunati) Knapp Crosbie.
Loving father of sons, Charles P. Crosbie and his wife Paula of
Milton, NH, Gerard Knapp and his wife Susan of Parrish, FL and the late Paul
Knapp and his wife Patricia Knapp of Springfield, VT; his daughters, Patricia C. Apigian and her husband Manuel of
Waitsfield, VT; Elaine C.
Matheson and husband Richard Blankenship of Durham, NC, and Lois Kelly and her husband Robert of Brandon, FL;
brother of, Edith L. Raymond and Roberta Malone, the late, Stearns E. Crosbie,
Stanley Crosbie, John Crosbie, Gwendolyn Brown, Leonore Anderson, Edith Teresa
Crosbie and Joanne Crosbie. Also survived by 12
grandchildren, 18 great grandchildren, and 1 great great-granddaughter.
Funeral from the Croswell Funeral Home, 19 Bow St., North Reading,
on Saturday, August 16, at 8:30 AM, followed by a 10 AM Funeral Mass at St.
Theresa's Church, 63 Winter St. (Rt.62). Burial will be in Riverside Cemetery
in North Reading.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Forsyth
+2014, Clemmons, Forsyth Co., NC, Obituary
Published in The Tribune from Mar. 31 to Apr. 1,
2014
Clemmons —
Betty Mae Blackburn Blankenship, 99, passed away on March 26, 2014. Betty enjoyed life for almost
a century and lived it fully with good humor. She was born on Dec. 17, 1914, in
the Austin-Traphill community of Wilkes County to James W. Blackburn and Betty
Miller Blackburn. She was the youngest and last surviving of nine siblings.
As an adventurous young adult, Betty left Wilkes County to work in
Michigan in the automotive industry. For many years, she worked at the General
Motors plant in Flint, Mich. She met her husband,
Tom Blankenship, in Michigan. They eventually moved to his
family farm near Morris Chapel, [Hardin
Co.,] Tenn. After Tom died
in a tractor accident in 1973, Betty
continued to live on the farm until 2003 when she entered the Riverwick
assisted living center in nearby Savannah, Tenn.
She returned to North Carolina in 2005 to be near relatives and
resided at the Clemmons Village II assisted living center in Clemmons at the
time of her death. Betty was known for her quick wit, strong will and lively
conversation. She always kept up on current events and had an opinion on every
subject, which she did not hesitate to express. As a proud GM retiree, she
always drove a late model pink, red or white Cadillac until she had to give up
driving in her late 80s.
Betty leaves behind several nieces and nephews, including Shelby
Beck (husband Jim) of King and Savanna Hollar of Yadkinville, who helped to
take care of her in her later years. She also has a number of grandnieces and
nephews, including Dale Hollar of Raleigh, who also helped with her affairs.
A memorial service will be held at a later date at Clemmons Village
II.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Kernersville, Forsyth Co., NC, Obituary
Winston-Salem Journal (NC) - January 14, 2014
Dorothy B. Morehead, 79, passed away January 13, 2014.
Graveside Funeral Services to celebrate her life will be held
Wednesday, January 15, 2014 at Eastlawn Gardens of Memory.
A native of Bastian, Virginia, Dorothy was
the daughter of the late Lucy Virginia Farmer and Esther Blankenship. She was married to the late Hobert Gordon
Morehead.
She had worked most of her life in textiles most memorably
Burlington Socks, Slane Hosiery, and Felice Hosiery. She was truly devoted to
her family, and also her faithful four-legged companion "Scooby".
In addition to her parents and husband, she also was preceded in
death by two sisters, two brothers, and her granddaughter Jamie Marie Morehead.
She was the beloved Mother of Virginia "Jenny" King and
Johnny of Reidsville, Steven Morehead of Kernersville, and James Morehead and
Ann of Walkertown; granddaughters Wendi Perry of Reidsville and Brianna Hayes
of Winston-Salem; great-grandchildren Abigail Morehead of Rural Hall, Hannah
Perry and Isaiah Blackwell both of Reidsville; sister-in-laws Dawn Morehead of
Dublin, Virginia, Bettie Morehead and Maxine Morehead both of Bland, Virginia;
several nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Kernersville, Forsyth Co., NC, Obituary
The McDowell News, (Marion, NC) Date: November 16, 2014
Jean Chrisawn Caldwell, 85, of Kernersville, and formerly of
Marion, passed away Friday, Nov. 14, 2014, at Piney Grove Nursing &
Rehabilitation Center, in Kernersville. Born in Swain County, June 13, 1929,
she was the daughter of the late Ernest and Essie Blankenship Cable.
A devoted Christian, Jean loved her family, especially her
grandchildren.
In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her
husband, Herman Chrisawn.
Jean is survived by one son, Darrell Chrisawn and wife, Becky, of
West Jefferson; one daughter, Lisa Guynn and husband, Rick, of Kernersville;
one sister, Grace Whitehead, of Maryville, Tenn.; five grandchildren, Andrea
Morgan and husband, Ben, Travis Chrisawn and wife, Tasha, Allison Shoemake and
husband, Brian, Ethan Chrisawn and Paul Guynn; and four great-grandchildren,
Evan and Grayson Morgan, Jacob Chrisawn and Sophie Shoemake.
A funeral service will be held Tuesday, Nov. 18, at 2 p.m., in the
Chapel of Westmoreland Funeral Home, in Marion, with the Rev. Robert Greene
officiating. Interment will be at Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
1920 Census, Stecoah, Graham Co., NC,
Cable, Ernest C. 31, M, NC, Head,
Cable, Essie 25, F, NC, Wife,
Cable, Cay P. 07, M, NC, Son,
Cable, Ray J. 05, M, NC, Son,
Cable, Edmon G. 03, M, NC, Son,
Cable, Troy V. 01, M, NC, Son,
https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:MZ2H-56D
1940 Census,
Forneys Creek Twp., Swain Co., NC,
Cable, Earnest 51, M, NC, Head,
Cable, Essie 44, F, NC, Wife,
Cable, Troy 21, M, NC, Son,
Cable, Walace 19, M, NC, Son,
Cable, Frank 16, M, NC, Son,
Cable, Grace 14, F, NC, Dau,
Cable, Jean 11, F, NC, Dau,
Cable, Charles 09, M, NC, Son,
Cable, Ted 01, M, --, Son,
Elliott,
Bartlett 36, M, NC, Lodger,
https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:KWQJ-5D8
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
+2014, Rural Hall, Forsyth Co., NC, Death
Rural Hall - Kenneth
Blankenship, 65, passed away
Monday, March 31, 2014.
There will be no formal services at this time. (Hayworth-Miller
Rural Hall Chapel)
+2014, Rural Hall, Forsyth Co., NC, Obituary
Published in The Daily Local on Apr. 8, 2014
Kenneth Blankenship
of North Carolina, 65, went home to be with the Lord, Monday, March 31, 2014 at
his home. He was born April 28, 1948 in Grundy, Va., the son of the late David Lee Blankenship and Belva Marie Fields Blankenship.
Kenneth proudly served our country in the U.S. Army during the
Vietnam War. He loved music and played the guitar and mandolin. Along with his
brothers they sang and played Bluegrass music. He was a pilot and loved to fly
in his ultralight airplane. Kenneth was a loving father, grandfather, brother
and friend who will be missed deeply by all who knew him.
In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by three brothers, Thurman Blankenship, Everett Blankenship and Timothy
Blankenship.
Kenneth is survived by his daughter,
Patricia Reeser of Thorndale; his two grandsons, Eric Reeser Jr. and Andrew Blankenship; his close friend, Barbara
Blankenship; two sisters, Pamela
Reckart and Kathy Starke both of Florida; and a brother, Lonnie Blankenship of Rural Hall, NC. He is also survived by several nieces and
nephews.
There will be no formal service at this time. He will be buried at
Washington Crossing National Cemetery in Newtown, Pa.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
SSDI: Blankenship,
Belva, 70, 10Nov1928 - 21Feb1999, Vansant, Buchanan, VA, VA-230-28-7318
2014, Tobaccoville, Forsyth Co., NC, Obituary
Winston-Salem Journal (NC) - March 16, 2014
Carol Paige Wright Thompson, 76, of Tobaccoville, NC passed away
March 14, 2014.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Dewey and Ossie Burris
Wright of Cripple Creek, VA; brother, Pierce Wright of Elliston, VA; and
sister, Evon Fisher of Crockett, VA.
She is survived by her husband, Jimmy Lee Thompson; son, Michael
Lee Thompson; daughter, Merinda Carol Thompson, all of Tobaccoville, NC; six sisters, Helen Frye of Cripple Creek
and Wytheville, VA; Rosetta Morrison of Mt. Airy, NC; Wanda June Blankenship of Ridgeway, VA; Pauline "Paula"
Moore of Wytheville, VA; twin sister, Iris Moore of Pulaski, VA; Rita Morrison
of Pilot Mountain, NC; brother, Beauford Wright of Pulaski, VA; five
brothers-in-law, a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives, and
friends.
At the age of 10, in Cripple Creek, Carol and her twin sister,
Iris, gave their lives to Christ. For over 50 years she sang in a trio with her
sisters, known as The Wright Sisters, performing at various churches and
events. Carol was a long-time member and active in many aspects of Oak Summit
United Methodist Church in Winston-Salem, NC. She played the piano and sang in
the choir.
A celebration of her life
will be held Tuesday, March 18, 2014, 11:00 am, at Oak Summit United Methodist
Church.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Winston-Salem Forsyth Co., NC, Obituary
Winston-Salem Journal (NC) - July 12, 2014
Rebecca Kaye Spainhour Belcher March 4,
1946-July 10, 2014.
Mrs. Rebecca Kaye Spainhour Belcher, 68, passed away July 10, 2014
at Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center. She was born on March 4, 1946
in Forsyth County to Oscar Branson Spainhour and Vallie Warden Spainhour.
Mrs. Belcher was a member of Oak Grove United Methodist Church. She
graduated from King High School and retired from Piedmont Federal.
She was preceded in death by her parents, and husband of 38 years,
A. G. Belcher.
She is survived by two sons, Brian (Scarlett) Barr, Brad (Lynn)
Barr; one daughter, Laura Belcher (David Blankenship); eleven grandchildren, Tyler and Braeden Barr, David and Everett Kiser,
Chris Allred, Ashley Cox, Tyler Guynn, Brandy, David, and Kevin
Blankenship ; four great
grandchildren; two sisters, Brenda (Larry) Custer, Vicki (Mike) Warren.
A funeral service will be held 3:00p.m., Sunday at Hayworth-Miller
Rural Hall Chapel with Rev. Paul Norman officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Winston-Salem, Forsyth Co., NC, Obituary
http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi?page=gr&GRid=133618879
Mrs. Cecelian Yvonne Church Miller, age
57, of Wilkesboro, wife of Glenn Robert Miller, Jr., died Wednesday, July 30,
2014, at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center. Mrs. Miller was born November 23,
1956 in Wilkes County to Joseph Roscoe and Bessie Mae Blankenship Church.
Funeral services will be held 2:00
Sunday, August 3, 2014 at Reins Sturdivant Chapel with the Rev. Tim Pruitt
officiating. Burial will be held in Mountlawn Memorial Park.
She was a member of Peace Haven Baptist
Church. Mrs. Miller's love was her husband and her fur babies, Prissie and
Callie.
She was preceded in death by her father
and a sister Jewell Church McCarter.
She is survived by: her husband, Glenn
Robert Miller, Jr. of the home; sisters, Geneva Church Greene and husband Bob , Joann Church Spears both of North Wilkesboro, Sandra
Church Cheek and husband Mike of Hamptonville; brother, Charles Church and wife
Jenny of Purlear; mother, Bessie Mae Blankenship Church of North
Wilkesboro; brother-in-law, Jim McCarter of North Wilkesboro; six nephews and one
niece.
2014, Winston-Salem, Forsyth Co., NC, Obituary
Winston-Salem Journal (NC) - August 14, 2014
Mrs. Esther McTeer Crews, 85, of Winston-Salem, passed away
Tuesday, August 12, 2014 at Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home. She was born October
20, 1928 in Charleston, SC to Harry Daniel and Katherine Knight McTeer.
Mrs. Crews was a member of Trinity Presbyterian Church. She was a
loving mother, grandmother and great grandmother, giving of herself whenever
one of her "kids" were in need. She was a
natural born decorator.
She was preceded in death by her parents; and her husband, Stanley
Wolfe Crews.
Surviving are two daughters,
Cynthia Crews Muench and husband Juan of Mebane, Emily Crews Blankenship and husband Gary of Lewisville; two sons, Thomas Scott Crews and wife Judy, Stanley
Wolfe Crews III, all of Winston-Salem; six grandchildren, Katherine Muench
Sweet-apple and husband Jason, Josh Muench and wife Dori, Courtney Crews, Maya
Crews, Hannah Koontz and husband Joe, and Sydney Shepherd; four great
grandchildren; one sister, Inez Steedley and husband Wheeler of Walterboro, SC;
and one brother, Donald McTeer of Edisto Island, SC.
A graveside service will be held at 11:00a.m., Friday, August 15,
2014 at Forsyth Memorial Park with the Rev. Tim Wolf officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Winston-Salem, Forsyth Co., NC, Obituary
Winston-Salem Journal (NC) Date: October 19, 2014
Mr. Charles Robert Snyder, 83, of Winston-Salem passed away Friday,
October 17, 2014 at Wake Forest Baptist Health. Mr. Snyder was born in McDowell
County, WV on October 21, 1930 to Arthur and Stella Hicks Snyder.
He retired from the United States Air Force with 22 years of
service and later retired from the Pipe Fitters Union with 45 years of loyal
service. Mr. Snyder was a member of Open Door Church in Beaver, WV. He was also
a member of the Masonic Lodge. Mr. Snyder loved working with stainless steel
making rings and belt buckles which he gave to his close friends. He will be
remembered as a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather.
Mr. Snyder was preceded in death by his parents and four brothers.
He is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Virgie Snyder; two
sons, Charles R. Snyder of Winston-Salem and Keith Snyder and wife Tammy of
Mocksville; a daughter, Katrina Blankenship and husband
Randy of Beckley, WV; two granddaughters, Melinda
Blankenship and Melissa
Gambrell; and three great grandchildren, Kaylea, Jackson, and Kannen.
A graveside service will be conducted 2:00 p.m. Monday, October 20,
2014 by the Clemmons Memorial Honor Guard at Parklawn Memorial Park.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Winston-Salem, Forsyth Co., NC, Obituary
Winston-Salem Journal (NC) Date: November 26, 2014
Mr. Charles Benny Lester, 79, of Winston-Salem, passed away Monday,
November 24, 2014 at Forsyth Medical Center. He was born September 8, 1935 in
McDowell County, WV to Wheeler and Florence Cline Lester.
Mr. Lester was of the Baptist faith. He grew up in McDowell County,
West Virginia where he met the love of his life at the Starlight Drive-in. He
worked in southern West Virginia coal fields for more than 40 years until his
retirement, and was a proud member of the UMWA Union. He enjoyed four wheelers,
fishing, boating, riding his Can Am Spyder and staying connected to his
Facebook friends. But most importantly, he was a loving husband, father and
grandfather.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his loving
wife of 47 years, Ann Lester; and a son, Terry Lester.
Surviving are a daughter, Sherri Norman and husband David of
Richmond, VA; a son, Jaimey Blankenship and wife Cheryl of McCalla, AL; and
another daughter, Debbie Blankenship and husband
James of Tuscaloosa, AL; daughter-in-law, Rachel
Lester of Charleston, WV; seven grandchildren, T. J., Taylor, Matthew, Alex,
Reagen, , Juliana; Kellie and four sisters, Phyllis Stacy, Rita Trent and
husband, Ralph, Meladean Roberts, all of WV, and Patsy Gentiletti and husband
Carlos of Bridgeton, NJ.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, November 29,
2014 at Hayworth-Miller Kinderton Chapel, 108 East Kinderton Way , Advance,
N.C. Burial will follow in Westlawn Memorial Gardens with military honors by
the VFW Memorial Honor Guard.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Winston-Salem, Forsyth Co., NC, Obituary
Winston-Salem Journal (NC) Date: February 21, 2015
Doris Sloan Icenhour, 85, of Winston-Salem, passed away peacefully
at home on Tuesday, February 17, 2015. Doris was born May 29, 1929 to the late
James Mitchell Sloan and Faye Mills Sloan.
She was a member of Mt. Tabor United Methodist Church and served as
a preschool teacher for the church. She was an excellent seamstress and
provided family and friends with her labor of love. She was also a wonderful
cook, canning and freezing all of her husband's vegetables from their garden.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her loving
husband of 65 years, Asa Martin Icenhour.
Surviving are her daughters, Debbie I. Tucker and husband Doug,
Sandy I. Shelton and husband Merle, Kim I. Reich and husband Garry, and Janis
I. Mitchell and husband Ronnie, all of Winston-Salem; son, Jamie M. Icenhour of
Greensboro; grandchildren, Jeff, Amanda, Emily, Christopher, and Brinlee;
great-grandchildren, Joshua, Holden, Jackson, Chance, and Rowan; and sisters, JoAnn Blankenship and husband Mack of Greensboro and Shirley Allen of Winston-Salem. She also leaves
loving and caring in-laws, Margie, Blenda, Patsy, Jearl, and Geraldine; and a
special friend, Peggy Dillard.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Sunday, February 22,
2015 at Mt. Tabor United Methodist Church with Dr. Mark J. Key officiating.
Burial will follow in the church cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Winston Salem, Forsyth Co., NC, Obituary
Mrs. Myrtle Reavis Shermer, 95, died October 29, 2015, at Kate B.
Reynolds Hospice Home. She was born September 4, 1920, to William Luther Reavis
and Henrietta Reavis.
Myrtle Shermer was a member of College park Baptist Church where
she served in the nursery for 36 years. She brought joy to a lot of people
singing with the Grace Notes and volunteering at The Baptist Home where she was
a Holy Roller. Volunteers given this title held the privilege of rolling
residents to the chapel for the weekly services.
In 1939 she played professional basketball in the AAU for Hanes
Hosiery. Myrtle served her community for many years by delivering Meals On Wheels and working every week at the Crisis Control
Center.
Mrs, Shermer was preceded in death by her husband of 62 years,
Clarence Dillard Shermer, her Son-In-Law, Paris Moody Pepper, her Mother and
Father, and three Sisters.
She is survived by her son, Tom Shermer, and wife Janet; daughters,
Brenda S. Lawson and Debra S. Pepper; grandchildren
Tom Shermer II and wife Jennifer, Steve Shermer and wife Melissa, Carrie L Blankenship and husband
Chris, Preston Pepper and wife Tiffany, Eric T.
Pepper and Chelsea Tisolkas, and Ryann Carnall; great grandchildren Austin and Allison Shermer, Makenzie Carnall, Keegan and Kendall
Blankenship.
Visitation will be held at College Park Baptist Church on Monday,
November 2, 2015, from 10 am to 11 am followed by a service at 11 am with the
Rev. Ramon Smith, and Rev. Christa Warise.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Gaston
+2015, Dallas, Gaston,
Co., NC, Obituary
Published in Gaston Gazette on July 15, 2015
Mitze Wood Blankenship, 54 [1961], passed away July 13, 2015. She was born
in Gaston County, daughter of Annie Jean Threatt and the late William Thomas
Wood. She was a member of Plainview Baptist Church. She started the Ageless
Ladies Group.
She is survived by her husband,
Victor Anderson Blankenship; three children, Jessica Hinson and hus-band Joseph of York, S.C., Victoria Kiser and husband Bryan of Stanley, and Brent Blankenship and girl-friend Laura Holloway of Dallas;
three sisters, Deborah Perroy of Alexandria, Va., Jeanette Hill of Savannah,
Ga., Kimberly Guy of Kings Mountain; seven grandchildren,
Caleb Kiser, Gracie Hinson, Douglas Hinson, Bryce Kiser, Lexi Blankenship, Kalli Blankenship
and Isabella Blankenship.
A memorial service to celebrate the life of Mrs. Blankenship will be
held 6 p.m. Thursday July 16, 2015, at the Woodlawn Chapel of Woodlawn Funeral
Home with Mr. Monty Self officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Gaston Co., NC, Birth; https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:VHJL-LT3
Victor Anderson Blankenship - b.02Feb1961
– S/o Paul Anderson Blankenship & Hazel Leona Green
+2014, Gastonia, Gaston Co.,
NC, Obituary
Published in Gaston Gazette on Feb. 9, 2014
Evelyn Cable Smith,
80, of Gastonia passed away Saturday, Feb. 7, 2014, at Carolinas Medical
Center, Charlotte, [Mecklenburg Co., NC].
She was born May 17, 1933 in Graham County, N.C. to the late George Blankenship and Effie Johnson Blankenship.
A graveside service will be held 3 p.m. Monday, Feb. 10 at Gaston
Memorial Park, officiated by Pastor Arlo E. Smith, Jr.
Mrs. Smith is survived by: a loving husband of 14 years Arlo Smith;
sons, James P. Cable and wife Joan, Tom Cable and fiancée Karen, Randy Cable
and wife Teresa, Noel Cable, Jon Cable and wife Penny; 5 stepchildren; sisters, Jewel Mimms,
Maxine Hyatt; 12 grandchildren.
In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by: late
husband, Porter Cable.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Gastonia, Gaston
Co., NC, Obituary
Published in Gaston Gazette on Oct. 24, 2014
Gladys Norene Hill Chavis went to be with her Lord and Savior on
Oct. 22, 2014. She was born in Gaston County to the late Horace Creswell Hill
and Nora Irene Lyles Hill.
She was also preceded in death by nine siblings and her husband
Albert Daniel "Sam" Chavis and children Albert Daniel "A.
D." Chavis Jr., Linda Kay Hunter and Hilda Faye Chavis.
Left to cherish her memory are her half
brother Charles Ernest Hill, four grandchildren
Lisa Hunter, David Smith, Amy
Blankenship (Ray) Holly Chavis Carroll (Ladd) and eight great-grandchildren, along
with nu-merous nieces and nephews.
Mrs Chavis was a longtime member of Living Word Tabernacle in
Bessemer City. She was an accomplished singer. Her sense of humor delighted all
who knew and loved her. Her faith, family and friends were dear to her heart.
She was most proud of her employment as a nursing assistant at the Orthopedic
Hospital in Gastonia during the Polio epidemic.
Receiving of friends will be held 12:30 to 2 p.m. Saturday at
Greene Funeral Service, 216 Archie Whitesides Road, Gastonia. The going home
celebration will be held at 2 p.m., officiated by Pastor Tim Humes and the
Revs. Richard Douglas and Jewell Forney. Interment
will be at Armstrong Cemetery, Gastonia.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Gastonia, Gaston Co., NC, Obituary
Published in Gaston Gazette on Mar. 9, 2015
Betty Jane Fortner, 86, of Gastonia, passed away March 8, 2015, at
Peak Resources of Gastonia. She was born May 16, 1928, in Gaston County,
daughter of the late Clayton and Effie Hooks.
Along with her parents, she is preceded in death by granddaughter,
Amber Clemmer; five brothers; and one sister.
Left to cherish her memories are her sons, Bobby Clemmer, DeJuan
Fortner and wife Sandra; daughters, Katherine Christian and husband James,
Fritzi Broome and husband Scott; grandchildren, Michelle Manning, Jamie
Christian, Necole Montgomery, Jason Christian, DaKota Fortner; and great grandchildren, Dylan Porter, Kayla Blankenship, Ayden Moss, Brinleigh Raper, and Marleigh
Christian.
Services are private.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Gastonia, Gaston
Co., NC, Obituary
Published in Gaston Gazette on Dec. 14, 2015
James "Ernest" Weaver, 89, passed away on Saturday, Dec.
12, 2015, at Alexandria Place. He was born Dec. 11, 1926, in Gastonia, son of
the late James and Bessie Weaver.
James was a member and deacon of Flint Groves Baptist Church. He
was a godly and giving man who loved his family and helping others.
Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by his sisters, Carolyn Blankenship, Helen Davis, Ruby Groves, Catherine Summey; and brother, Paul
Weaver.
Left to cherish his memories are his wife
of 68 years, Lucille Jenkins Weaver; son, Mike Weaver (Yvonne) of Texas;
daughter, Donna Burgess (Tim); five grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren;
and sisters, Linda Corbet, Gloria Moore and Nell Whitesides.
A funeral service will be held 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday, at Flint
Groves Baptist Church, 2017 E Ozark Ave., Gastonia, with Pastor Ronnie Bowers
officiating. Interment will be held at Gaston Memorial Park.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Mount Holly, Gaston Co., NC, Obituary
Published in Gaston Gazette on Nov. 3, 2014
Glenda Faye Brown, 53, a resident of Woodlawn Haven Nursing Center,
died Sun-day, Nov. 2, 2014. She was born in Swain County, daughter of Mae Belle
Shuler Brown and the late Charlie Brown.
In addition to her mother, she is survived by her son, Joshua Michael Blankenship and companion Stella Wooten of Concord, NC.;
and four grandchildren, Dakota Blankenship, Justin Blankenship,
Haley Huneycutt, and Mitchell Huneycutt Jr.
A service to celebrate the life of Ms. Brown will be held at 2 p.m.
Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2014, at the Wood-lawn Chapel of Woodlawn Funeral Home, Mount
Holly.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Stanley, Gaston Co., NC, Obituary
Published in Gaston Gazette on Jan. 24, 2014
Helen Weaver Lang Davis, 90, passed away Jan. 22, 2014, at Stanley
Total Living Center. She was a native of Gaston County, daughter of the late
James Ambers and Bessie Callaway Weaver.
In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her
husbands, Lester E. Lang, Bob Davis; brother, Paul Weaver and sisters, Catherine Sum-mey, Ruby Groves
and Carolyn Blankenship.
Helen was a life long member of East Baptist Church. She worked at
Burlington Industries for 30 years and retired from the food service department
of Gaston County Schools. Helen was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and
great grandmother who will be dearly missed.
Survivors include her son, Larry Lang and wife Cynthia; stepson, Wayne
Davis and wife Judy; daughter, Debbie Hand and husband Howard Jr.;
step-daughters, Kaye Wheeler and husband Forrest, Marie Wright, Joyce Hicks;
brother, Ernest Weaver and wife Lucille; sisters, Gloria Moore, Nell
White-sides, Linda Corbett; four grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren.
The family will receive friends from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Saturday at
East Baptist Church with a funeral to follow at 11:30 a.m. with the Rev. Jason
Hand, Scott Hand and Pastor Tim Parker officiating. Interment will be in Gaston
Memorial Park.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Haywood
+2014, Canton, Haywood Co., NC, Obituary
http://www.wellsfuneralhome.com/obituary/Lillian-Shipman-Blankenship/Canton-NC/1385416
Lillian Shipman Blankenship, age 88, passed away on Sunday, May 25, 2014 at The Homestead [Clyde,
Haywood Co., NC]. A native
of Martinsville, Virginia, she resided in Canton most of her life and was the
daughter of the late Oswald Lee and Rosa Bell Burns Shipman.
She was also preceded in death by her husband, Willard
Blankenship, who died in 1962;
a daughter, Mary Ann Blankenship; two brothers, Wade and Claude Shipman;
and a sister, Virginia Shipman.
She graduated from Blanton's Business College and retired from BASF
with 24 years of service where she worked in the Payroll Department. She also
worked at Belk-Hudson in Canton, Champion Papers and Charlie's Drive-Inn.
Lillian was a member of High Street Baptist Church.
She is survived by three daughters,
Brenda (James) of Canton, Barbara of Canton, and Rosa
Lee (Charles) of Candler; a son, Billy
(Sandra) of Maggie Valley; a sister, Louise (Poley) of Canton; a half-brother,
George (Jewell) of Martinsville, Virginia; ten grandchildren; and 14
great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, May 27,
2014, at High Street Baptist Church with the Reverend Christopher Willett and
Reverend Josh Evans officiating. Burial will follow at Sunny Point Baptist
Church Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Henderson
2015, Fletcher, Henderson Co., NC Obituary
Published in the Asheville Citizen-Times on Feb.
6, 2015
Loretta Robinson Pittillo, 75 of Fletcher departed this life on
Tuesday, February 3, 2015 at Mission Hospital, [Asheville, Buncombe Co., NC]
after a long illness. Loretta was the daughter of the late Edward and Dorothy
Robinson.
She was also preceded in death by her husband, Clyde W. Pittillo;
her daughter, Karen; son in law Johnny Harris; one brother, Edward (Buddy)
Robinson; three sisters, Wilma Reagan, Corena Pearson and Shirley Hall.
She is survived by two sons,
Randy Pittillo and Bruce
Blankenship and his wife,
Lygia; step-granddaughter, Hannah Cooley and one sister, Carolyn Reese.
A funeral service will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, February 7,
2015 at Groce Funeral Home at Lake Julian with Revs. Don
Birchfield and Ronnie Towe officiating. Interment will follow at Bethany
Methodist Church Cemetery on Bethany Church Road.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Hendersonville, Henderson Co., NC, Obituary
Published in the Asheville Citizen-Times on Jan.
29, 2014
Charles MacNeil Ballard, 64, of Hendersonville, died Monday,
January 27, 2014. A native of Buncombe Co., he was a son of the late Honer
Vance and Lolu Ava Blankenship
Ballard.
He was also preceded in death by a daughter, Stacie Manos. Mr.
Ballard was a Veteran of the U.S. Army. He was a member of Fellowship Baptist
Church.
He is survived by his wife, Grace Elizabeth Shook Ballard; daughter
Christie Warren; grandchildren Jazzmine, Sagen, Briehona, and Falon; sisters Dianna and Susan; and brother Sam.
Funeral services will be held at 12:00 p.m. on Friday at Fellowship
Baptist Church, with Pastor Jimmy Justice and the Rev. Solie Griffey
officiating. Interment will follow in the Griffey Cemetery in Marshall.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Hendersonville, Henderson Co., NC, Obituary
Published in The Times-News on Jan. 29, 2015
Louise "Gam" Halford, 75, of Hendersonville, NC passed away, Tuesday, January 27, 2015
peacefully at her home. She was a native and lifelong resident of Henderson
County.
She was preceded in death by her father, Herbert Ray
Blankenship, her mother and
step-father Charlotte Bell Moffitt and Burgin Moffitt and a brother, Arthur Blankenship.
Louise had a heart of gold, giving hands, eyes that saw the best in
people, a radiant smile, and a faith that remained strong through every trial
she faced. Tuesday she walked through Heaven's gates and into the arms of Jesus
and all her loved ones. She was a beautiful woman who lived a beautiful life.
She enjoyed quilting and crafting, was an active member of Mud Creek Baptist
Church and the Carpenter's Hands Ministry.
She is survived by her loving husband of 54 years, Carrol D.
Halford; two daughters, Rhonda Summerville and her husband Pete of
Hendersonville and Roxanne Glover and her husband Marvin of Mt. Pleasant, SC;
three granddaughters, Kelsi McMurray, Ashley Hofer and Lindsey Hofer; a brother, Mickey Blankenship and his wife Judy of Gastonia, NC; two sisters-in-law, Jolee
Blankenship of Pendergrass, GA
and Edith Halford of Hendersonville; four nieces and one nephew.
A funeral service will be held 11:00 am
Saturday, January 31, 2015 at Mud Creek Baptist Church with Rev. Robert Floyd
and Rev. Bill Mitchell officiating. Burial will follow at Shepherd Memorial
Park.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Hendersonville, Henderson Co., NC, Obituary
Published in The Times-News on Aug. 28, 2015
Virginia "Ginny" Deloris Foster Meyer, 87, of Hendersonville,
formerly of Oscoda and East Tawas, Michigan, passed away at her home on Sunday,
August 2, 2015 after a long struggle with pulmonary fibrosis. She was born
August 31, 1927 in Sterling, MI to John V. and Carrie G. Ellison.
Virginia was preceded in death by her parents, a baby daughter, her
grandson, Daniel Paul Miccolis, Jr., sisters,
Shirley Rebischke and Carrie
Blankenship and three
brothers, Henry, Francis and Douglas Ellison.
She spent much of her working life in the retail sector and for
many years was the owner and operator of a children's
clothing and family shoe store. Virginia married her loving husband, Edwin H.
Meyer, on January 30, 1982. Upon Edwin's retirement from his appraisal business
in Detroit, MI, he and Virginia moved to East Tawas, MI, where they enjoyed
playing golf and memorable card games with family and friends. Following
Edwin's passing in December, 2001, Virginia moved to Hendersonville to be with
her family. She was of the Methodist faith and a member of Dana United Methodist
Church.
Virginia is survived by her sisters, Mary Watson of Ohio, Polly
Avery of Michigan and her brother, Jack, of Colorado. Also surviving are her
daughters, Shirley (Dan) Miccolis of Hendersonville and Katherine (Richard)
Ferrebee of Sun City Center, FL; stepchildren, Ned (Cary) Meyer of Ontario,
Canada, Stephen (Lori) Meyer of Oklahoma, Matthew Meyer of Washington and Laura
(Bill) Daly of Michigan; ten grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and
three great-great-grandchildren.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Mills River, Henderson Co., NC, Obituary
Published in The Times-News on Feb. 15, 2015
Linda Hensley Moore, 64, of Mills River, passed away after a long
battle with lung cancer.
She married James Moore, the love of her life and spent 47 years
with him. They were a team. She served as his Nascar Goody's Dash Crew Chief.
James was a driver and car builder. Together they coached youth basketball and
softball for about 20 years.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Eva and Raymond Hensley.
She is survived by her loving husband, James Moore; daughter,
Jeannie Moore Payne (Jeff); grandchildren,
Jesse(Melissa), Jeremy(Andrea), Casey(Scott), Ryan Blankenship (Jennifer); great-grandchildren, Lilly, Ethan,
Hanna, Madison, and Sophia; sister, Carolyn Wagner; brothers: Jim, David, and
Lester Hensley. Many extended friends and family, too many to mention, knew her
as a second mother or Nana.
Family will receive friends at 3 pm on Tuesday, February 17, 2015
at Mills River Baptist Church. A memorial service will follow.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Iredell
+2015, Cool Spring, Iredell Co., NC, Obituary
Published in Gaston Gazette on May 26, 2015
Billie "Bill" Donald Cline, 80, died Sunday, May 24, 2015, at his residence. He was
born Aug. 7, 1934, in Gaston County and was the son of the late Clarence
Leonard and Violet Devada
Blankenship Cline.
He was a graduate of Gastonia High School and East Carolina
University. He played American Legion baseball, with his brothers, in the
Gastonia area and at East Carolina. He later played semi-pro baseball in Nova
Scotia. He enjoyed playing golf all over the world and especially in Ireland.
He enjoyed his golf friends and their lively discussions at the 19th hole.
He was the owner/operator of Building Contractors. For more than 25
years, he and his crew were responsible for the construction involved at the
Southern Christmas Show and the Southern Spring Show in Charlotte. Each year
they would start from scratch, pulling facades from warehouses that would
be-come the Old Towne shopping district, Christmas Tree Lane, a magical
gingerbread house, or some other fabulous Christmas memory for thousands of
people to enjoy. Then each spring, they started again, constructing designer
rooms and garden vignettes for the Southern Spring Show. Bill and his crew
could build anything in two weeks and tear it down in three days. As soon as
one show concluded, they immediately began preparing for the next show.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, Alan
Lacy Cline; and two brothers, Harold Jennings Cline and Gaither Delano Cline.
He is survived by his wife, Patti Page Cline, whom he married on
June 28, 1986; two sons, Bruce Adams Cline of Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, and
Donald Wilson Cline of Tampa, Florida; a brother, Leonard Elmore Cline; and
numerous nieces and nephews.
A memorial service celebrating Bill's life will be held at 4 p.m.
Thursday, May 28, 2015, at his home.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
1940 Census, Ward 3, Gastonia, Gastonia
Twp., Gaston Co., NC,
Cline, Clarence L. 32, M, NC, Head,
Cline, Devada 31, F, NC, Wife,
Cline, Leonard E. 10, M, NC, Son,
Cline, H. Jennings 08, M, NC, Son,
Cline, Gaither D. 07, M, NC, Son,
Cline, Billy D. 05, M, NC, Son,
Self, N. Louise 17, F, TN, Cook,
https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:KW3V-4G2
+2014, Harmony, Iredell Co., NC, Obituary
Statesville Record & Landmark (NC) Date: September 9, 2014
Pauline Blankenship,
better known as "Polly," 87, of Harmony, passed away Monday, Sept. 8,
2014 at Carolinas Medical Center-Northeast [Concord, Cabarrus Co., NC]. Born in Gaffney, SC., March 26, 1927,
she was the daughter of the late James W. Daniels and Celeste Walker Daniels.
Mrs. Blankenship graduated from Union Grove High School, worked in
textiles and was a member of Harmony United Methodist Church.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Grady M. Blankenship; and a brother, James "Jim" Daniels.
Those left to cherish her memory are her son, Tony M.
Blankenship of China Grove; daughter, Kathy B. Hand of Albuquerque, NM.; two grandsons, Jason Hand of Phoenix,
Ariz., and Darren Hand of Australia; one great-grandson; and one sister, Norma
Dockery.
Graveside services will be held Thursday, Sept. 11, at 11 a.m. at
Harmony Cemetery with the Rev. James Beard, Pastor of Emmanuel Presbyterian
Church on China Grove, officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
SSDI: Blankenship,
Grady M., 79, 05Jul1927 - 10Mar2007, Harmony, Iredell, NC, NC-244-30-9775
+2014, Mooresville, Iredell Co., NC, Obituary
http://mountsfuneralhome.com/obituary/audrey-deloris-blankenship
Audrey Deloris Blankenship, 67, of Mooresville NC, earned her wings and flew into heaven on
Saturday, May 31, 2014, at her home in Mooresville. Born February 24, 1947, in
Logan, she was the daughter of the late Floyd and Spicie Sizemore Frye.
She was now disabled but worked as a school bus driver early in her
life, then drove the escort vehicle for her husband’s mobile home moving
service. She attended the Laurel Memorial Church of God in Mooresville NC.
Audrey loved to read, spend time with her family, attend the many events of her
grandbabies and she made the best fried bologna and eggs. She always said her
secret ingredient was love. She was the most wonderful loving mom and Maw Maw.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by three
brothers Carl Lee Frye, Franklin Frye and Edwin “Buck” Frye; two sisters, Nancy
Margaret Frye and Juanita (Frye) Brown.
Survivors include her husband of many years Riley Blankenship Jr. of Mohawk WV; sons Johnnie Blankenship and
wife Dedra of Cleveland NC, Larry
Blankenship of Mooresville NC
and Ronald Blankenship of Mooresville NC; daughter Sandra Dameron and Eddie of Mooresville NC; daughter in law Chantel Blankenship of Mooresville NC; five grandchildren Tanya Looney of Cleveland
NC, Jessica McLain and husband Brad of Charlotte NC, Jacob and Landyn
Blankenship of Mooresville NC
and Madison Blankenship of Lexington NC; two great-grandchildren
Tyler and Blake Looney of Cleveland NC; brothers James Frye of Low Gap WV and
Ralph D. Frye of California; sister, Brenda (Frye) Little of Tennessee; special
friend Diane Taylor of Princeton WV and many nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 am on Saturday, June 7th at
the Mt. Zion Old Regular Baptist Church with Elders: Fred Bailey and David Lester officiating.
Burial will follow in the Fred Lester Cemetery on Right Fork of Bullcreek, WV.
Pallbearers will be family and friends.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Mooresville, Iredell Co., NC, Obituary
Published in Charlotte Observer on Mar. 27,
2015
Jesse James Clubb, 71, of Davis St., Mooresville, passed away on
Wednesday, March 25, 2015, at Lake Norman Regional Medical Center, Mooresville.
Born March 8, 1944, in Laurinburg, NC, he was a son of the late Janie Wallace.
Mr. Clubb formerly worked for Cannon Mills for 22 years then
retired from the Town of Mooresville Street Department after 12 years. He was a
member of Mooresville Missionary Methodist Church.
Mr. Clubb was preceded in death by a sister, Shirley Barnes and
great-granddaughter, Lindsay Little.
He is survived by his wife, Patricia Lindsay Clubb, whom he married
October 27, 1963; children, Rebecca Morris and husband, Raymond, of Troy, Jesse
J. Clubb, Jr. and wife, Amy, of Walkertown, and David W. Clubb and wife, Tess,
of Mooresville; sister, Bobbie Taylor, of Troy; grandchildren, Jessica Little, Michael Hobbs, Steven Hobbs, Jesse
J. Clubb III, Ethan Clubb, Noah Clubb, Emma Clubb, Patrick Morris, Michelle Blankenship and Christy Morris; and great-grandchildren,
Justin, Keandre, Gemma, Brody and Michael.
Funeral services will be held at 2 PM, Saturday, March 28, 2015, at
Mooresville Missionary Methodist Church with Rev. Randall Macon officiating.
Burial will follow in Glenwood Memorial Park.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Mooresville, Iredell Co., NC, Death
Mooresville Tribune (NC) Date: July 15, 2015
Ronald Lee Blankenship, 41 [1974], of Mooresville died Friday, July 10, 2015.
Ingram Funeral Home & Cremation Society is serving the family.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Mooresville, Iredell Co., NC, Obituary
Ronald Lee Blankenship, 41, of
Mooresville NC, earned his wings on Friday, July 10, 2015, at his home in
Mooresville NC. Born November 28, 1973, in Logan WV, he was the son of Riley and Audrey
Blankenship.
Ronald was self- employed in the
construction field. He attended the Laura Memorial Church of God in Mooresville
NC. He loved anything to do with racing. He was a caring, kind, loving person
who had a heart of gold. He loved his family and adored his daughter, she was
his whole world. He was also an amazing uncle. Ronald was so special, don’t know
why, but special he was.
He was preceded in death by his mother,
Audrey
Blankenship.
Survivors include his father Riley Blankenship
Jr.
of Mohawk WV; daughter, Madison Blankenship of Lexington NC; brothers,
Johnnie
Blankenship and wife Dedra of Cleveland NC, Larry Blankenship of Mooresville
NC; sister Sandra Blankenship Dameron and Eddie of Mooresville NC; three nieces,
Tanya Looney and husband Charles of Cleveland NC, Jessica McLain and husband
Brad of Charlotte NC, Landyn Blankenship of Mooresville NC ; one nephew
Jacob
Blankenship of Mooresville NC; two great-nephews Tyler and Blake Looney of Cleveland
NC.
Funeral service will be held at 2pm
Friday, July 17, 2015 at Ingram Funeral Home Chapel Mooresville NC with Pastor
Frank Smith officiating. Burial will follow in Glenwood Memorial Park
Mooresville NC. Pallbearers will be family and friends.
Riley Jr.
Blankenship – b.29Oct1936 – Mohawk, WV: https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:KY4T-VV8
Relatives -
Audrey D. Blankenship, Billie J. Blankenship, Billie Joblankenship, Larry E.
Blankenship, Ronald L. Bankenship, Ronald Lee Blankenship.
+2014, Statesville, Iredell Co., NC, Death
Statesville Record & Landmark (NC) - January 28, 2014
Glena Sue Blankenship, 57, of Statesville, died Sunday, Jan. 26, 2014.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by
Nicholson Funeral Home.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Statesville, Iredell Co., NC, Obituary
http://nicholsonfunerals.com/obituaries/2014/01/28/sue-blankenship/
Glena Sue Blankenship, 57, of
Statesville, passed away Sunday, January 26, 2014 at Iredell Memorial
Hospital. She was born in Buchanan
County, Virginia on May 16, 1956 to the late Bransom Frank and Mary Mullins
Blankenship.
Sue was educated in Buchanan County
Schools and was disability retired from Classic Leather. She was a member of Welcome Baptist Church
She is survived by a son, Chad Blankenship (Ashley); a daughter,
Tammy Smith (Gabriel);
two grandsons, Malachi and Jacoby Smith; one brother, Frank; and four sisters, Virgie, Arbutus, Teela, and Theresa.
A memorial service to celebrate the life
of Sue Blankenship will be held 6:00 PM, Thursday, January 30, 2014 at Welcome
Baptist Church with Rev. Frank Blankenship officiating.
+2014, Statesville, Iredell Co.,
NC, Funeral
Statesville Record & Landmark (NC) - March 2, 2014
Elsie Mae Blankenship Lippard, 91, of Statesville, died Friday, Feb.28, 2014.
Visitation is tentatively planned for 2 p.m., Wednesday, March 5,
at Front Street Baptist Church, with the funeral
service at 3 p.m. Bunch-Johnson Funeral Home is serving the family.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Dau of Killian Dock Blankenship &
Elsie Halliburton
+2014, Statesville, Iredell Co., NC, Obituary
Statesville Record & Landmark (NC) - March 4, 2014
Theresa Dotson, 60,
of Statesville, passed away Friday, Feb. 28, 2014, at Iredell Memorial
Hospital. She was the daughter of the late Bransom and Mary Mullins Blankenship of Buckanan County, Va.
On Jan. 3, 1969, she married James J. Dotson in Clintwood, Va., and
they enjoyed 45 years of marriage. Theresa attended Welcome Baptist Church and
worked at Classic Leather in Conover, in the finishing department.
Theresa is survived by her husband, James J. Dotson of Statesville.
She is also survived by three sisters,
Teela Blankenship of Statesville, Arbutus B. Rose of Virginia, Leslie Blankenship
of Shelby; and one brother, Frank Blankenship of Statesville.
A visitation with the family will be held at Nicholson Funeral Home
this evening (Tuesday, March 4), at 5:30 p.m., with a memorial service being
held in the chapel at 6 p.m. with the Rev. Tony E. Bunton officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Statesville, Iredell
Co., NC, Obituary
Statesville Record & Landmark (NC) - March 24, 2014
Sarah Cowan Robertson, 86, of died Sunday, March 23, 2014, at
Gordon Hospice House. She was born July 24, 1927, in Iredell County, and was
the daughter of the late Robert Lawrence and Carrie Hester Blankenship Cowan.
She was a devoted and faithful homemaker and a lifelong member of
Snow Creek United Methodist Church. She was a member of Grassy Knob Eastern
Star, Fourth Creek DAR, Central Homemakers Club, Olin ECA, and the N.C. Central
Grange. She was a charter member of the Field and Stream Garden Club and an
active member of the Widow-to-Widows Group. She will always be remembered for
her beautiful roses and her bountiful vegetable garden which she shared
lovingly with family and friends.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her
husband, Willie H. Robertson whom she married on Oct. 20, 1945; a son, William
H. "Bill" Robertson; a step grandson, Christopher Eudy; and three
brothers, W. B. "Bill" (Rachel) Cowan, Jim (Dee) Cowan and Robert L.
Cowan.
She is survived by a daughter, Gail (John) Henderson; a son, Wayne
(Cheryl) Robertson; a daughter-in-law, Robin E. Robertson, all of Statesville;
eight grandchildren, Rodney (Mykecha) Robertson, Beth (Brian) Perry, Kimberly
(Bryan) Shoemaker, Maria Henderson, Kevin (Nicky) Robertson, Stephen Robertson,
Jennifer Robertson, and William Robertson; and nine great-grandchildren, Baylee
McKenzie, Kelsey Jones, Emma Robertson, Grayson Shoemaker, Ian Perry, Emma
Bradshaw, Evan Perry, Ava Shoemaker, and Kaylie Robertson.
Funeral service celebrating Sarah's life will be held at 11 a.m.
Thursday, March 27, at Snow Creek United Methodist Church with the Rev. Michael
Harrill and the Rev. Joe Conley officiating. The body will lie in state 30
minutes prior to the service and burial will follow in the church cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Statesville, Iredell Co., NC, Death
Jim Julian Blankenship, September 26, 1957 - March 31, 2014
Bunch-Johnson Funeral Home, 705 Davie Ave, Statesville, NC
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Public Records; https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/KYCX-G5S
Blankenship, Jim Julian – b.26Sep1957 -
Residence 2008: Statesville, NC - Relatives: Corbey James Blankenship, James
Vernon Blankenship, Joma Blankenship, Kathy Shoemaker Blankenship, Loretta Y
Blankenship, Steven D Blankenship
2015, Statesville, Iredell Co., NC, Obituary
Statesville Record & Landmark (NC) Date: February 25, 2015
JoAnn Cline Burrell, 80, of Statesville passed away Feb. 23, 2015,
at Iredell Memorial Hospital. She was born Jan. 24, 1935, in Kannapolis to the
late Marvin Morris and Ada Belle Murdock Cline.
She was preceded in death by her husband, William Haskell Burrell;
and one sister, Jackie Lane Cline.
She is survived by three daughters,
Sandra B. Blankenship (Doug), Rhonda
Burrell, and Zina B. Parlier (Todd); three grandchildren,
D. Lynn Blankenship (Maggie), Taylor and Connor Parlier; one great-grandchild, Stella Clair Blankenship . Also surviving are three brothers,
Marvin Eugene (Rixie), Bobby Whicker and James Wayne (Dottie) Cline; and three
sisters, Bernice (Franklin) Chamberlain, Jayne (Tony) Miller, and Joyce
Brackett. A number of nieces and nephews and great-nieces and great-nephews
also survive.
Burial will be a private service at a later date.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Charles Douglas Blankenship – b.16Jul1956
- Statesville, NC; https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:KBMC-N2S
Relatives: Douglas L. Blankenship, Sandra
B. Blankenshio, Sandra Blankenship.
Iredell Co., NC, Birth; https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:VHBB-6BX
Douglas Lynn Blankenship - 18Jul1979, S/o
Charles Douglas Blankenship & Sandra Kay Burrell
2015, Statesville, Iredell Co., NC, Obituary
Statesville Record & Landmark (NC) Date: June 19, 2015
Bertha "Mae" Shumaker Taylor, 92, went home to be with
her Lord Wednesday, June 17, 2015, at her home after a period of declining
health. Mrs. Taylor was a native of Iredell County, the daughter of the late
Vernie Shumaker and Ina McLain Shumaker, and the widow of the late John Wesley
Taylor.
Mrs. Taylor was known as a hard-working Christian lady. She was
employed by Stimpson Hosiery for some 40 years. Her hands were seldom idle, as
quilting, crocheting, working in her flowers, gardening, cooking and baking
cakes for family and friends kept her busy. When time permitted, she enjoyed
reading. She was a faithful member of East Side Baptist Church where she was
active in church activities as long as health permitted.
Her memory will be cherished by her niece and caregiver, Kathy Blankenship ;
great-niece, Amy Howard; great nephew,
Corbey Blankenship ; two brothers, J. V. Shumaker of Union
Grove and Albert Shumaker (Betty) of Hamptonville; three sisters, Ruby Moore,
Dorothy Dishman, and Polly Warren (Paul), all of Statesville; plus a number of
other nieces, nephews, many friends and her church family.
In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death
by her only daughter, Bonnie Wesley Taylor, and a brother, Keiner Shoemaker.
A Celebration of Life Service will be conducted at 3 p.m. Friday,
June 19, at East Side Baptist Church, officiated by Pastor Johnny Bolin and the
Rev. John Parks. Interment will follow in Oakwood Cemetery. Honorary
Pallbearers are T. C. Tucker, James McLain and Jim McCurdy. Men of her church
and her nephew will serve as Pallbearers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Statesville, Iredell Co., NC, Death
Statesville Record & Landmark (NC) Date: July 27, 2015
Kendra Blankenship Royall, 54, of Statesville, passed away Saturday, July 25, 2015.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by
Nicholson Funeral Home.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Statesville, Iredell Co., NC, Birth
Kendra Rene Blankenship - 30Jun1961 – D/o
James Vernon Blankenship & Linda C. Murdock
+2015, Statesville, Iredell Co., NC, Obituary
http://troutmanfuneralhome.com/?p=2781
Peggy Phyllis Deal Blankenship, 84, of Statesville, passed away on Saturday, October 31, 2015 at
her residence. Born on January 27, 1931 in Statesville, she was the daughter of
the late Minnie Bell and L. A. “Buster” Deal.
She was married for 60
years to the love of her life, Richard
W. Blankenship, Sr. She
enjoyed growing all types of flowers and could make anything grow. She was
known for her delicious pound cakes and grasshopper pies and her biggest joy in
life was having her entire family together for laughter and food. She had a fun
sense of humor and always enjoyed laughter.
She retired from JC Penney Distribution Center after 37 years of
service. She was a loving and faithful wife, loving grandmother, and a
beautiful woman inside and out. She will be missed by all who have known and
loved her.
Left behind to cherish her memory are her loving husband, Richard; son, Richard “Rick” W. Blankenship, Jr. and wife, Tammy; daughter, Vicky
Blankenship Zanon; sister,
Judy Deal Sherill; grandchildren, Payton Blankenship and Brennen, Jaymie, Richard and Savannah
Zanon; and two step-granddaughters, Amber Zanon Pflug and Kara Zanon.
Funeral services; Tuesday, November 3, 2015 at Troutman Funeral
Home chapel, at 11:00 a.m. Interment will be in Iredell Memorial Gardens.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Jackson
2015, Cullowhee, Jackson Co., NC, Obituary
The Sylva Herald & Ruralite, (NC) Date: August 26, 2015
Helen Kirk, 91, of Cullowhee, died Aug. 19, 2015. She was born in
Springfield, Mo., on Jan. 26, 1924, to the late Irl Forest and the late Helen
Gladys (Raines) Hayes.
She was married to the late Eugene l. Kirk.
Helen was preceded in death by: parents, Irl Forest Hayes and Helen
Gladys Safreno; husbands, Milton Lemuel Andrews and Eugene Lamar Kirk;
daughter, Suzanne Wylene Gordon; sisters, Mary Elizabeth Peterson, Phyllis Ruth
Marken and Delores Lee "Dee" McDonald.
Helen is survived by daughter,
Jane Blankenship ; step daughters, Kimberly Puckett and
Tammy Haseltine; step sons, John and Greg Kirk; last surviving sister, Francis
Wine; brothers, Stanley Hayes and Gordon Hayes; 15 grandchildren; 28
great-grandchildren; seven great-great grandchildren; several cousins, nieces,
nephews and a host of friends.
Helen retired from the U.S. Postal Service in 1981 after working
there since 1958 beginning as a sub and ending her work there compiling the
national zip code directory.
A funeral service was held at Appalachian Funeral Services in Sylva
on Friday, Aug. 21, at 2 p.m. with Rev. Philip Sealy officiating. Burial was on
Monday, Aug. 24, at Woodlawn Cemetery in Gotha, Fla.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Lincoln
2014, Crouse, Lincoln Co., NC, Obituary
Published in Gaston Gazette on Mar. 8, 2014
Dale Wayne "Critter" Costner, 59, of 131 Antioch Church
Road, died March 6, 2014. Mr. Costner was born Nov. 25, 1954, in Gaston County,
to the late Grier Wayne Costner Sr. and Inez Elizabeth Fowler Costner.
In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by a
daughter, Sharon Carr. He worked in construction, loved his critters, and loved
collecting things. He always said, "The main thing is to maintain."
He is survived by a son, Dale Wayne Costner II, and wife Kimberly
of Jacksonville, FL; three sisters, Ewayne Blankenship and husband
Dennis of Charlotte, Elaine Wilson of Gastonia,
and Eraine Hibberts of Parksville, SC; four brothers, Allen Wayne Costner and
wife Brenda of Dallas, Grier Wayne Costner of Crouse, Randy Wayne Costner and
wife Mary of Gastonia, and John Wayne Costner and wife Gail of Dallas; two
grandchildren, Trae Dale Costner and Chloe Rayne Costner; and their
grandmother, the love of his life, Ginny Arnette.
A memorial service will be held 7 p.m. Monday, March 10, 2014, in
the Warlick Funeral Home Chapel with Chaplain Walt Windley officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Lincolnton, Lincoln
Co., NC, Obituary
http://www.funeralservicewebcasts.com/Morgan_Funeral_Home/webcast/24190
Ernest Edward “Hank” Blankenship, 82, of
Lincolnton, North Carolina Formerly of Renick died Sunday, September 7, 2014.
Born November 10, 1931 in Greenbrier Co., WV, he was the son of the late Luther Marion and Rosa May Zimmerman Blankenship and was
preceded in death by a daughter, Jennifer Harrah and a sister, Miriam Jameson.
Hank
worked most of his life as a farm Equipment Mechanic having worked for Miller
Equipment and Bluestone Farms and retired as a crane mechanic in northern
Virginia.
He
is survived by wife, Lucille Blankenship of Lincolnton, NC; Son Jeff Blankenship and wife, Debbie of Renick, WV, Daughter, Cindy Hager and husband, Donald of Crouse, NC,
Daughter, Carlene Edwards and
husband, Vincent of Oak Park, CA; Seven Grandchildren; Chelsea Blankenship, Olivia Hager, Garret Hager,
Audra Hager, Tyler Edwards, Valerie Edwards, and Cassie Edwards; Sister Pearl Hollon of Middletown, OH and Rosemary Wolfe of Franklin, OH and a brother,
Walter Blankenship of
Frankford, WV.
The
Visitation will be 10:00 AM Wednesday, September 10, 2014 at Morgan Funeral
Home in Lewisburg, followed by graveside service at Greenbrier Memorial Gardens
at 11 AM.
+2014, Vale, Lincoln Co., NC, Obituary
Published in Gaston Gazette on Nov. 30, 2014
Edmond "Bud" Andrew Grigg Sr., 78, of 3679 Wyant Road,
Vale, died Nov. 27, 2014. Mr. Grigg was born May 1, 1936, in Catawba County, to
the late Marshall M. and Verlie
Blankenship Grigg.
His funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Monday at Crowell Memorial
United Methodist Church. Burial will be in the church cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
1930 Census, Bandy, Catawba Co., NC,
Grigg, Marshall M. 29, M, NC, Head,
Grigg, Virtie C. 28, F, NC, Wife,
Grigg, Hellim 08, F, NC, Dau,
Grigg, Ruth 06, F, NC, Dau,
Grigg, Hearseul 04, M, NC, Son,
Grigg, Marshall Jr. 02, M, NC, Son,
https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:X3SW-CRN
1940 Census,
Ward 1, Shelby, Twp. 6, Shelby, Cleveland Co., NC,
Grigg, Marshall 38, M, NC, Head,
Grigg, Verta 37, F, NC, Wife,
Grigg, Helen 19, F, NC, Dau,
Grigg, Ruth 16, F, NC, Dau,
Grigg, Hershel 13, M, NC, Son,
Grigg, Marshall 12, M, NC, Son,
Grigg, Jeanette 09, F, NC, Dau,
Grigg, Betty L. 07, F, NC, Dau,
Grigg, Buddy 04, M, NC, Son,
https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:KWSS-5W3
2015, Vale, Lincoln Co., NC, Obituary
Hickory Daily Record (NC) Date: October 27, 2015
Martha "Bobbie" Jane Charles Abernethy, 56, passed away
Sunday, Oct. 24, 2015, at Forsyth Hospital. Martha was born April 26, 1959, in
Pike County, Ky., to the late Phyllis Charles Coleman.
In addition to her mother, she was preceded in death by her stepfather, Thomas Blankenship; niece, Cheyenne Cline; and father-in-law,
Bill Abernethy. Martha was a member of Providence Baptist Church and was
secretary for the Abernethy Welding.
Surviving are her husband, Christopher Abernethy of Vale; son,
Billy Abernethy and wife, Shonda of Vale; sisters, Debbie Bailey of Hickory,
Kathy Lester and husband, Randall of Vale and Sandi Cline and husband, Benny of
Peterstown, W.Va.; mother-in-law, Frances Abernethy; and an uncle, Dennis
Charles and wife, Anna of Taylorsville; four nieces and nephews, and seven
great nieces and nephews.
Services will be held Wednesday, Oct. 28, at 2:30 p.m., at
Providence Baptist Church, with Pastor Steven Walsh and the Rev. Ernie Richards
officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Macon
+2015, Franklin, Macon Co., NC, Obituary
http://www.maconfuneralhome.com/book-of-memories/2090024/Royse-Betty/obituary.php
Betty Joyce Blankenship Royse, 83, of Franklin, passed away Wednesday, March 18, 2015. Born in
Allen Junction, WV, she was the daughter of the late Herbert Blankenship and Ora Richardson Blankenship.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her
husband Oval Royse; son, Bernard “Bernie” Royse and three sisters.
She is survived by three children, John Royse and wife Ramona of
Franklin, Nancy Norman and husband Randall of Sylva, NC and Martha Brindle and
husband Eugene “Gene” of Cherokee, NC; seven grandchildren; seven great
grandchildren; three sisters and two brothers.
Funeral Service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Monday, March 23rd at
Holly Springs Baptist Church. Rev. Brandon Breedlove will officiate.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Madison
+2015, Mars Hill, Madison Co., NC, Obituary
Published in the Asheville Citizen-Times on Dec.
22, 2015
Jeremy Dustin Blankenship, 29, passed away December 19, 2015. He was the son of Randall Blankenship and Melanie Rule. Jeremy was a member of
the Madison High School graduating class of 2005.
He was preceded in death by his paternal grandfather Charles
Blankenship.
In addition to his parents he is survived by his girlfriend,
Danielle Hurt; Maternal grandparents Walter and Nancy Rule, Paternal grandmother Alma Blankenship; sister,
Andrea Blankenship and husband Garry; niece, Payton; four
aunts, four uncles and several cousins.
A funeral service will be held 2:00pm Wednesday, December 23, at
Upper Laurel Baptist Church. Reverend Cline Hensley and Reverend Tommy Justus
will officiate. The burial follow in the church
cemetery. The body will lie in state one hour prior to the service.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
SSDI:
Blankenship, Charles E., 71, 23May1933 - 22Dec2004, Mars Hill, Madison, NC,
NC-242-44-0180
2014, Marshall, Madison
Co., NC, Obituary
Published in the Asheville Citizen-Times on Mar.
9, 2014
Garland A. Adams, 95, died Saturday, March 8, 2014, at the
Elderberry Health Care Center.
Mr. Adams was a retired electrician and pipe fitter and belonged to
both the IBEW Local 238 and Steamfitters Union Local 421. Mr. Adams was a
member and Sunday School Teacher at the Hopewell Baptist Church. He proudly
served in the US Army Air Corps as a Radio Operator in the India-China-Burma
Theatre in WWII. He was also a proud member of the "HUMP Pilots
Association."
Mr. Adams was a son of the late Andrew Jackson Adams and Mirlie
Wallin Adams.
He was preceded in death by: wife, Lula Leake Adams; son, Jerry
Keith Adams; brothers, Arnold, Ronald, Nolan, Ervin, Wayne and Douglas; sister,
Fannie Sizemore.
Mr. Adams is survived by: sister, Faye Adams; sister-in-law, Helen
Adams; brothers, Ward, Andrew Jr. and Neal; grandson, Sam Adams and wife,
Holly; granddaughter, Lucinda Adams; three great
grandsons, Sammy Adams and wife, Audra, Jackson Adams and Asher Blankenship; daughters-in-law, Cynthia J. King and
Katherine Adams; special nephew, Charles Ray Leake and special niece, Judy
Horne and many other beloved nieces and nephews.
Funeral services for Mr. Adams will be held on Monday, March 10,
2014 at 7:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Madison Funeral Home conducted by the
Reverends Joe Tomberlin and Sam Adams. Graveside service will be held at
12:00pm, the following day at the Adams Family Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
McDowell
2014, Marion, McDowell Co., NC, Obituary
The McDowell News, (Marion, NC) Date: August 22, 2014
Todd Charles Woody, 82, of Old U.S. 221-North in Marion, the
Woodlawn community, died Tuesday, Aug. 19, 2014, at Brian Center Health and
Rehab in Spruce Pine, [Mitchell
Co., NC]. Todd was born
Jan. 21, 1932, in Mitchell County, and was the son of the late Dave and Cartha
Greenlee Woody.
He was a U.S. Air Force veteran, with four years of service to our
country. He was a member of the First Baptist Church of Marion. He loved his
church and served as a Sunday school teacher and Bible school teacher. He was a
basketball and baseball coach at North Cove High School and loved by the
students that he taught. He enjoyed gardening and was loved and adored as a
grandfather.
Left to cherish her memories are his wife, Juanita G. Woody, of the
home; his stepdaughters, Pat Collis and husband, Tom, of Spruce Pine and Polly
Sisk and husband, Mark, of Asheboro; his stepson, Christopher D. McKinney and
wife, Linda, of Wilmington; his brother, Richard Woody, of Tavares, Fla.; his step grandchildren, Mark Collis and
wife, Michelle, of Stanley, Susan
Blankenship , of Morganton,
Lori Hall and husband, Randy, of Spruce Pine, Sarah Torkington and husband,
Jack, of Rural Hall, Andrea Sisk, of Wilmington, Hayden Sisk, of Asheboro and
Emily McKinney and Douglas McKinney, of Wilmington; step great-grandchildren,
Liam, Chesni, Shea, Josh, Jason, Taylor, Katie and Haley; and step
great-great-grandchildren, Grayson, Mason and Breez.
The family respectfully requests the honor of your presence at the
funeral service honoring the life of Mr. Todd Woody Saturday, Aug. 23, at 2
p.m. in the Chapel of Webb Funeral Home, with the Rev. Scott Hagaman
officiating. Interment will follow in the Grassy Creek Memorial Gardens.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Marion, McDowell Co., NC, Obituary
The McDowell News, (Marion, NC) Date: October 2, 2014
Dewey Lee Fox, 67, of Marion, passed away peacefully Sunday, Sept.
28, 2014 at Memorial Campus of Mission Hospital [Asheville, Buncombe Co., NC]. A beloved husband and father, Dewey was
born in Wayne County, Mich., Dec. 23, 1946, he was the son of the late Earl and
Hazel Woody Fox.
He is preceded in death by, in addition to his parents, one daughter, Emily Blankenship.
He is survived by his wife of 14 years, Sheri L. Fox; one daughter,
Natalie Swoveland; one aunt, Betty Presson; two cousins, Ron Presson and
Shelley Glover; and siblings, Glenda Shipley, Gary Fox, Nancy Fox and Wayne
Fox. Mr. Fox is also survived by other extended family members.
A celebration of Dewey's life will be held Saturday, Oct. 4, at 2
p.m. in the Chapel of Westmoreland Funeral Home, with Pastor Philip Steppe
officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Marion, McDowell
Co., NC, Obituary
Helen Marie Williams Dale, age 84, of Marion, NC, died Monday, June
8, 2015 at John F. Keever, Jr. Solace Center in Asheville, [Buncombe
Co.,] NC surrounded by her
loving family. Mrs. Dale was born October 28, 1930, in Buncombe County, NC to
the late Grant Williams and Lessie Hollifield Williams.
She was a member of Woodlawn Baptist Church in Marion, NC and loved
to sing gospel music with The Glory Bound gospel group. Mrs. Dale loved her
flowers and gardening. Her family was the most precious to her and she loved
them dearly. Mrs. Dale worked and retired from Baxter's as a
filler.
In addition to her parents, she is also preceded in death by her
husband, Charles "Gus" Dale; a sister,
Gladys Blankenship and a great-granddaughter, Kylie Bailey.
Surviving Mrs. Dale are daughters Diane & David Roberts, Kaye
& Jerald Vess, and Melinda & Raymond Lawson all of Old Fort; one son,
Gregory & Teresa Dale of Marion; a brother, Herman & Norma Williams of
Marion; two sisters, Doris & Robert Parrish of Marion, and January McSwain
of Melbourne, Florida; nine grandchildren; fourteen great-grandchildren; and
one great-great-granddaughter.
A Funeral Service will be held at 2:00 PM on Thursday, June 11,
2015 in McCall Memorial Chapel at Kirksey Funeral Home in Marion with Rev. Junior
Bailey officiating. Burial will follow at McDowell Memorial Park.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Marion, McDowell
Co., NC, Obituary
The McDowell News, (Marion, NC) - November 20, 2015
Rev. Dr. Dan M. Thornton, 70, of Marion, passed away Wednesday,
Nov. 18, 2015, at his home. Originally from West Columbia, SC., Rev. Thornton
was born June 30, 1945, to the late Wallace and Agnes Thornton.
He was a graduate of Furman University, Southeastern Baptist
Seminary and Columbia Presbyterian Seminary. Rev. Thornton served as a
Presbyterian minister for many years, most recently at First Presbyterian
Church of Marion. A very involved member of the McDowell Republican Party and
the McDowell County Planning Board, Rev. Thornton cared deeply about his
community and was always willing to serve in any way he could. Rev. Thornton
also played the tuba in the Foothills Community Band. He loved to travel and
served in churches around the country and at the American Church in Paris,
France.
Left to cherish his memory are his wife of 47 years, Betty
Blankenship Thornton; and two
children, Caroline Thornton Sancho and husband, Flix of Burgundy, France, and
Daniel Thornton and wife, Ashley of Marion, and their children, Davis and Jack.
Also surviving are his brother, Wallace Thornton of West Columbia; and several
nieces and nephews.
A celebration of life service will be held Saturday, Nov. 21, at 3
p.m., at First Presbyterian Church of Marion, with the Rev. Robert Tuttle
officiating. Interment will follow at McDowell Memorial Park.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Nebo, McDowell Co., NC, Obituary
The McDowell News, (Marion, NC) - February 9, 2014
Michael "Ray" Blankenship, 53, of Nebo, passed away unexpectedly Saturday, Feb. 8,
2014, due to a work related accident. Born in McDowell County March 20, 1960,
he was the son of the late Palmer
Blankenship and Luzeal "Gue" Blankenship, of Dysartsville.
Known as a kind hearted and generous man, Ray was known to be a
hard worker who started at a young age working with his father and brothers. He
was co-owner and operator, along with his brother, of Blankenship Logging. Mr. Blankenship especially enjoyed
sharing his love of logging with his special young men, Tyler and Karson. Ray
was a member and deacon at New Manna Baptist Church, where he enjoyed serving
as a bus driver and mechanic in the Bus Ministry for 27 years.
In addition to his father, he is preceded in death by one brother, Billy Richard Blankenship.
Mr. Blankenship is survived by, in addition to his mother, his
loving wife of 20 years, Margaret
"Muff" Blankenship, of the home; one daughter,
Mandie Zarbano Pennell and husband, Shannon, of Marion;
one sister, Debra Cox and husband, Bill, of Dysartsville;
one brother, Palmer Blankenship and wife, Kandi, of Dysartsville; and a
number of nieces and nephews.
A celebration of life will be held Monday, Feb. 10, at 6 p.m. at
New Manna Baptist Church, with Pastor Tony Shirley and the Rev. Steve Durham
officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Nebo, McDowell Co., NC, Obituary
The McDowell News, (Marion, NC) Date: January 18, 2015
Curtis William Causby, 72, of Nebo, passed away Thursday, Jan. 15,
2015. A native of McDowell County, Curtis was born Nov. 23, 1942 and was a son
of Mildred Causby of Marion and the late Jay Horace Causby.
Curtis enjoyed farming, his antique cars and especially being with
family and friends. He was a former owner of Dysartsville General Store, where
he met a lot of people and made a lot of friends who will certainly miss him.
He was a veteran of the U.S. Army.
Preceding Curtis in death were his grandparents, Fred and Stella
Freeman and one grandson, Justin Causby.
Surviving Curtis, in addition to his mother, are five children, Kandy Blankenship and husband,
Palmer, of Nebo, Kathy Dobson and partner, Terri
Carlton, of Morganton, Darryl Causby of Marion, Curtis Wayne Causby and wife,
Jean, of Nebo and Luke Dalton Causby, of the home; three brothers, Jerry Cosby
and wife, Sandra, of Nebo, Allen Causby and wife, Barbara, of Nebo and Richard
Causby and wife, Denise, of Nebo; two sisters, Loretta Causby of Marion and
Peggy Poplin and husband, Donald, of Marion; seven grandchildren; and nine
great-grandchildren; long-time special friends, Hal Baker and David Hammonds.
A funeral service will be held Monday, Jan. 19, at 11 a.m., in the
Chapel of Westmoreland Funeral Home, with grandson, Josh Dobson, and the Revs. Steven Painter and Phil Murdock officiating. Entombment will
follow the service at McDowell Memorial Park.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Nebo, McDowell Co., NC, Obituary
The McDowell News, (Marion, NC) Date: March 11, 2015
James "Pee Wee" Smith, 63, of Nebo, passed away Monday,
March 9, 2015, at Burke Hospice & Palliative Care in Valdese, [Burke
Co., NC]. A native of McDowell County, born Feb. 1, 1952, he was the son
of the late Rans Smith and Louise Benge Ward of Nebo. A loving husband, father
and pawpaw, "Pee Wee" was employed at Ingles of Black Mountain.
In addition to his mother, he is survived by his wife of 17 years,
Catherine Smith, of the home; four daughters,
Ryan Smith, of Marion, Connie Orders, of Valdese, April Blankenship, of Gamewell and Heather Taylor, of Old
Fort; one brother, Jerry Smith, of Morganton; one sister, Diane Patrick, of
Nebo; and 10 grandchildren.
A funeral service will be held Thursday, March 12, at 3 p.m. in the
Chapel of Westmoreland Funeral Home, with the Revs. Alan
Sailors and Bobby Sheehan officiating. Interment will follow at McDowell
Memorial Park.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Nebo, McDowell Co., NC, Obituary
http://www.westmorelandfuneralhome.com/obits/obituary.php?id=541781
Luzeal “Gue” Blankenship, 89 of Nebo, passed away on Saturday, April 4, 2015 at the
Memorial Campus of Mission Hospitals in Asheville,
[Buncombe Co., NC]. A
native of McDowell County, she was born on April 25, 1925 to the late James and
Annie Brown Washburn.
“Gue” was well known for her
wonderful cooking and for the love she had for her family, especially her
children and grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Palmer
Blankenship, and two sons, Ray Blankenship and Billy Blankenship.
Left to cherish her memory are a daughter, Debra Cox and husband Billy; a son, Palmer Blankenship and wife Kandy, all of Nebo; a daughter-in-law, Margaret
Blankenship of Nebo; four grandchildren, Chris Justice, Brian
Justice, Jay Burleson and Mandy Pennell; and four great grandchildren, Tyler
Burleson, Kayla Burleson, Ashton Burleson and Dylan Wilson. A number of nieces and nephews also survive.
A graveside service will be held on Monday, April 6, 2015 at 11:00
a.m. at Glenwood Cemetery with the Josh Dobson officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Old Fort, McDowell Co., NC, Obituary
The McDowell News, (Marion, NC) Date: June 26, 2014
Richard Keith Brown, 53, passed away unexpectedly Monday, June 23,
2014. A native of McDowell County, Richard was born April 22, 1961 and was a
son of Dollie Blankenship Brown of Old Fort and the late Fred Vestie
Brown.
He enjoyed the outdoors and everybody considered him "Nature
Boy." A loving father, husband, son, brother, grandfather and uncle, who
was loved by his family and friends.
Preceding Richard in death, in addition to his father, was a
brother, Donald Glen Brown; and a sister, Ella Loretta Kilpatrick.
Saddened by the loss of Mr. Brown is his mother, Dollie
Blankenship Brown; two sons,
Richard Brown of Old Fort and James Hall of Nebo; two daughters, Donna Leona
Brown of Forest City and Amanda Young and husband, Jason, of Marion; one
brother, Ronald Brown and wife, Betty, of Marion; two sisters, Tina Parker and
husband, Roy, of Nebo and Darlene Hines and husband, Bill, of Marion; two
grandchildren, James and Alex.
A memorial service will be held at a later date.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Mecklenburg
2014, Charlotte, Mecklenburg
Co., NC, Obituary
Published in Charlotte Observer on Jan. 3,
2014
Mr. Harris Green Lee Rea, II, known to his family and friends as
"Green", went to be with the Lord on January 1, 2014. Green was born
on October 27, 1925 in Mecklenburg County, NC, son to the late Zeb Milton Rea,
Sr. and Nancy Buckner Eubank Rea. He is the first of ten children to pass.
Surviving siblings are
Zeb Rea, Jr. of Lake Wylie, Virginia Huntley of Raleigh, Tom Rea of Charlotte,
Watson Rea of Charlotte, Betsy
Blankenship of Pineville, twin
brothers Willie Rea, Sr. of Charlotte and John Rea, Sr. of Pineville, Judy
Hucks of Lancaster and Ralph Rea of Marvin. Green is also survived by his
loving wife Doris Mae McCall Rea of 65 years to whom he married on September 3,
1948. The couple's five children are: son, H.G. Lee Rea, II of New Orleans, LA
and his children H.G. Lee Rea, IV and Lillie Rea; daughter, Martha Rea Calkins
and husband Edward of Charlotte and their children Tammy Douglas of Charlotte,
Bonny Douglas of San Diego, CA, Michele Lowder of Oakboro, Windy Frank of
Indian Trail, and Wesley Calkins of Asheville; daughter, LuAnne Rea of
Charlotte; son, Mark Rea of Indian Trail; daughter, Robin Carico and child
Crystal of Indian Trail.
Mr. Rea graduated from Pineville High School in 1943. After
graduating he went to work at Henry Walk Company for three years where he met
his lovely bride. He then went to work at the Esso Standard Oil Company late to
become Exxon where he retired after 27 years. After retiring he worked a couple
of years for a sign company and then went to work for his brothers at Rea
Brothers Plumbing, Inc. of Pineville.
Green was an proud member of Providence
Presbyterian Church where he was a Deacon and served as the Friendly Class
Sunday School Teacher. Mr. Rea was an avid blood donor to the American Red
Cross giving blood regularly for more than 38 years. An article was written by
the American Red Cross in 2005 stated that he had given enough blood to have
saved of 900 lives. Mr. Rea had told the American Red Cross in a interview in
1979 " I wanted to prove one thing - that any person can be a blood
donor".
Services in celebration of his life will held at 3:00 PM on
Saturday, January 4, 2014 at Providence Presbyterian Church. Private interment
will be held at Providence Presbyterian Church Cemetery.
Heritage Funeral Home, Weddington Chapel is handling the
arrangements for the Rea family.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Charlotte, Mecklenburg Co., NC, Obituary
Ava Taylor Crump, of Charlotte, went to be with her Lord and
Savior, Wednesday, March 19, 2014.
Her family will receive friends from 12:30 until 2:00 p.m. Friday,
March 21, at Southside Baptist Church, with her funeral to follow at 2:00 p.m.
The Reverend Christopher Carlyle will be officiating. Interment will follow in
Sunset Memory Gardens on Lawyers Road.
Born June 4, 1936 in Lumberton, NC, Ava was the daughter of Dennis
and Gertrude Taylor. She was a graduate of Littlefield High School, attended
Kings Business College and Mercy School of Nursing in Charlotte. She retired
from CMC-Mercy Hospital in Charlotte after 36 years of service. Mrs. Crump was
an active member at Southside Baptist Church and enjoyed spending time with her
Joy Class Sunday School members and Senior Citizens group, until her health
started to fail. She also enjoyed working with the children in the Nursery.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 51 years, Lewis; her
parents, Dennis and Gertrude Taylor; her sister, Hilda Bryan; and her brother,
Julius "Buddy" Taylor.
She is survived by her two daughters, Deborah Carlyle (Chris) of
Irvine, KY and Beverly Crump of the home; her two sons, Gerald Crump (Karen) of
Charlotte and Scott Crump (Dana) of Monroe; seven grandchildren, Heather Harris
(Robert) and Christina Strickland, Joshua and Haley Crump, Zachary, Ethan and
Caroline Crump; and three great-grandchildren, Brooklynne, Trinity, and Bella
Harris. Also surviving are her sisters,
Mattie Bryan of Kure Beach, NC, Betty Blankenship
of Cornelius, NC and Sarah Allen (Sammy) of Lumberton, NC.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Charlotte, Mecklenburg Co., NC, Obituary
Annie Lee Turnmire Cox, age 96, died Thursday, July 10, 2014 at
Avante of Charlotte. Born in Caldwell County, NC on September 15, 1917, she was
a daughter of the late Charles Lee Turnmire and Mary Etta Cozort Turnmire.
During World War II, Mrs. Cox was a First Lieutenant in the Army
Nurse Corps and later retired from the V. A. Hospital in Kerrville, TX. During
the war, she performed as a singer and dancer for some of the troops. She was a
member of the Catholic Church for many years in Texas and had attended St.
Gabriel's Catholic Church when able since she moved to Charlotte in 2000.
A funeral service to celebrate her life will be held at 11:00AM,
Monday, July 14th in the chapel of Providence Baptist Church with Rev. Dr. Al
Cadenhead officiating. Burial with military honors will follow in the Singing
Tower Garden of Sharon Memorial Park.
Mrs. Cox is survived by a sister, Maude T. Sudderth, of Charlotte
and many nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents, Mrs. Cox was preceded in death by her
husband, Frank R. Cox, Jr.; her siblings,
Jessie Wyke, Claudia Wyke, Henry S. Turnmire, Faunie Lenoir, Roxie Pearce, Ray
Turnmire, Bernice Mabe and Tincey
Blankenship.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Charlotte, Mecklenburg Co., NC, Obituary
Published in Charlotte Observer on Jan. 18,
2015
Herbert Queen Gladden born March 4, 1928 ascended to that higher
plain on January 14, 2015.
Mr. Gladden finished Winthrop Training School in Rock Hill and went
on to graduate from Davidson College in 1949. He taught history in public
school until deciding to go back to school to become a pharmacist. He then
graduated from the University of South Carolina with that degree in pharmacy.
He had by then married his first wife Louise Smith and they had four daughters.
After 17 years of marriage they divorced. In 1976 he met and married Patsy
Foard Hawkins. He acquired another daughter and son with the marriage. Mr.
Gladden retired from pharmacy at age 62. He enjoyed his Jack Russell terriers,
good books and good cigars.
Mr. Gladden is survived by first wife Louise, daughters Melanie
Morrison, Beth Bryant (Johnny), Joan Madison (Bill), Amy Gladden-Blankenship (James), Sonya
Hawkins; son Jeff Hawkins; wife Patsy; 13 grandchildren and four
great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his mother Maude Queen Gladden; father
William Henry Gladden; brother Bill Gladden; sister Maude Nims; son-in-law
Randy Morrison and grandson David Morrison.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, January 24, 2015, at
2:00PM in the chapel of Hankins & Whittington Funeral Service, 1111 East
Blvd., Charlotte.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Charlotte, Mecklenburg Co., NC, Obituary
Published in Charlotte Observer on Apr. 13,
2015
Ben Blankenship,
80, of Charlotte, passed away peacefully at his residence on April 11, 2015.
Ben was born on the 15th day of November, 1934, to Bennett Molten Blankenship and Katrina Steele Blankenship.
Married for 58 years, Ben is survived by the love of his life, Faye Wright Blankenship. He was a man who loved his family with so
much grace: his son Benjamin Barron Blankenship, Jr. (Dana), daughter, Terri
Lynne Blankenship; grandchildren,
Anna Marie Kerrigan (William), Benjamin
David Blankenship (Allison)
and Allen Brantley Blankenship;
great-grand-children, Jameson Martin
Kerrigan William Michael Kerrigan, Lily Faye Blankenship and Jackson
Bennett Blankenship.
Ben was a member of Pleasant Grove United Methodist Church where he
enjoyed a fellowship among those in Bible study classes. He graduated from West
Mecklenburg High School where he played and lettered in football and baseball.
He attended NC State University and Kings Business College and served in the
National Guard for three years. As the eldest brother, Ben worked with his
three brothers whom he loved dearly,
Mike, Steele and Richard, at Blankenship
Construction Company for 18
years. Later Ben worked for Charlotte Transit Management System.
Ben will always be remembered for his love for others, his kindness
and willingness to help anyone, his love for music and singing, his beautiful
vegetable gardens and how much he enjoyed sharing the fruits of his labor with
all. He loved and adored his dachshunds, Sadie and Maggie. Ben was an honorable
and generous man who truly loved to give whatever he had to offer and expected
nothing in return. He especially enjoyed his friendship with his neighbor,
Butch Jones.
A Private Entombment will take place at the Community Mausoleum at
Forest Lawn West prior to services. A Celebration of Life Service will be held
Tuesday, April 14th in the Paul Helton Chapel of Forest Lawn West at 11:00am.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Charlotte, Mecklenburg Co., NC, Obituary
Published in Charlotte Observer on June 13,
2015
Maude T. Sudderth, age 93, of Charlotte, was called home to be with
our Lord on Wednesday, June 10, 2015. She was a daughter of the late Charles
Lee Turnmire and Mary Etta Cozort Turnmire.
She was a hard worker at Eagles, Belk Store Services, and Pitney
Bowes. She volunteered in many different ways and helped whoever she could
whenever she could. She was devoted to her church, Providence Baptist Church,
but she would tell you her greatest achievement was her family. She fought a
good fight, kept the faith and finished her race well.
In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her one
true love; her husband of nearly 53 years, Ramon Sudderth Sr.; her siblings, Jessie Wyke, Claudia Wyke,
Henry S. Turnmire, Annie Lee Cox, Faunie Lenoir, Roxie Pearce, Ray Turnmire,
Bernice Mabe and Tincey
Blankenship; son-in-law,
William E. Russell, and daughter-in-law, Wanda Sudderth.
She is survived by her children, Betty Russell, Ramon Sudderth Jr.,
Edward Sudderth (Pat), and Buddy Nesbit (Celinda); grandchildren: Sandy
Thompson (Matt), Kristen Benfield (Bobby), Michael Sudderth (Shelley), Hope
Clark (Joe), Tammy Demby (Chip), Joel Holden, Trina Metheney (Robert), Nicole
Page (Brian) Scott Nesbit, Christopher Nesbit, Larry Banks, Tony
"Sissy" Lucas, Rita Mose (Mark), Michael Banks (Christa); 23
great-grandchildren and eight great-great-grandchildren; dozens of nieces,
nephews, and numerous friends.
We will all hold her memory dear in our hearts. A service to
celebrate her life will be conducted at 2 P.M. on Monday, June 15, 2015, at
Providence Baptist Church with Rev. Dr. Al Cadenhead officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Charlotte, Mecklenburg Co., NC, Obituary
Published in Charlotte Observer on Aug. 24,
2015
Mr. William Lee Kinney, Jr., 90, passed away on August 21, 2015. He
was born and raised in Winston Salem son of the late Marion Shupert Kinney and
William Lee Kinney, Sr.
He is also preceded in death by a brother, Donald Shupert Kinney
and grandchild, Maurice Spenser VanHecke.
After moving to Charlotte in 1955, he was an active member of
Covenant Presbyterian Church serving as Elder and member of the Couples Class
Sunday School, often teaching. Bill was a member of the Downtown Charlotte
Rotary Club, serving as President and a recipient of the Paul Harris Fellow
Award. He attending Reynolds High School, was an ROTC
graduate of UNC/Chpel Hill and Captain of the LSM 36 for the US Navy in World
War II. Bill worked hard, as a successful business man, founding United Air
Filter Company in 1968. He had a good sense of humor and enjoyed sailing,
dancing, traveling, gardening and socializing with his family, friends and
neighbors. He dedicated his life to his family.
Bill is survived by his beloved wife of 68 years, Imogene
Williamson Kinney; children, Mildred
K. Mielke (Earl Mielke), Marion
K. Blankenship, Evelyn K.
VanHecke (Michael S. VanHecke) and William Lee Kinney III (Mary Fath Kinney);
grandchildren, Imogene B. Noe (Chris), Marion B. Dewar (Jason), Marjorie B.
Tedesco (Joe), John Louis Mielke, Scott Holden Mielke, Sara M. Harbert, (Scott
Craig Harbert) Kinney Williamson VanHecke, Faye Maclin VanHecke, William
Francis Kinney, Thomas Joseph Kinney, and LeeAnn Maria Kinney;
great-grandchildren, Sam Dewar, Joshua Dewar, Andrew Dewar, James Noe, Graham
Noe, Maggie Noe, Owen Tedesco and Johnny Tedesco and a number of nieces,
nephews, cousins and friends who loved him dearly.
A memorial service to celebrate his life will be held at Covenant
Presbyterian Church Tuesday, August 25 at 2 pm.
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Montgomery
2015, Star, Montgomery Co., NC, Obituary
The Courier-Tribune, (Asheboro, NC) Date: June 10, 2015
Jeffery Lee Williamson, 46 [1969], of Little Rock Drive, died Wednesday,
June 10, 2015, at First Health Moore Regional in Pinehurst. He is the son of
Clyde Williamson of the home and Wanda Blankenship Williamson of Asheboro.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m., Friday, June 12, 2015, at
Big Oak Church of God, with the Rev. Billy Ray Chriscoe and the Rev. Chris Boyd
officiating. Interment will be in the church cemetery.
Jeffery was preceded in death by his brother, Michael Williamson;
nephew, Ezekial Bailon; and step mother, Sharon Barnum Williamson.
Besides his parents, he is survived by sister, Hollie Bailon and
husband Yahura; nieces, Kayona Bowden and Alisa Williamson; nephews, Elijah
Bowden, Malachi Bailon and Luke Williamson. He is also survived by
half-brother, Ethan Williamson (Hannah), all of Star.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Troy, Montgomery Co., NC, Obituary
The Courier-Tribune, (Asheboro, NC) Date: August 26, 2015
Opal Parker Greene, 81, of 638 Eldorado St., Troy, surrounded by
her loved ones, died Tuesday, Aug. 25, 2015, at her home. Mrs. Greene was born
Aug. 25, 1934, at Denton, N.C., the daughter of James Adam and Mollie Cagle
Parker.
She was a member of Main Street Baptist Church of Biscoe, a former
employee of Sox, Inc. of Mt. Gilead and a homemaker.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her
husband, Barney Alvin Greene; son, Junior Greene; sister, Cora Lee Gibson; and
two great-grandchildren.
She is survived by five daughters,
Joyce Rouse of Troy, Janice Greene of Troy, Shirley Blankenship
of Wadeville, Patty Greene of Biscoe, Donna Casteen of Troy; four sons, Roger
Greene of South Carolina, David Greene of Oakboro, Billy Ray Greene of Star, Johnny
Greene of Kannapolis; two sisters, Shirley McNeill of South Carolina, Ruth
Dennis of Troy; one brother, James Parker of Star; 26 grandchildren; 43
great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren.
The funeral will be Friday, Aug. 28, 2015, at 2 p.m. at Main Street
Baptist Church of Biscoe, with Dr. Jeff York officiating. Burial will be in
Southside Cemetery, Troy.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Moore
2014, Cameron, Moore Co., NC, Obituary
Cameron, NC - Kara Lea Stewart Lockie, 37, formerly of Matheny,
passed away unexpectedly Saturday, September 27, 2014 at Central Carolina
Hospital, [Sanford, Lee Co., NC]. Born August 28, 1977 in Mullens, WV, she
was the daughter of Ash Prince Stewart and Debra Diane Short Partridge.
Kara was a member of Matheny United Methodist Church, where she was
a youth group leader. She served as coach for her daughter’s baseball team (the
Diamondbacks), loved the outdoors and loved the West Virginia Mountaineers.
She was preceded in death by her paternal grandparents, Forest and
Sadie Stewart and maternal grandfather, Leonard Short and an aunt, Lola
Stewart.
In addition to her parents, those left to cherish Kara’s memory are
her husband, Trevor Lockie and her daughter, Tyler Alexis Stewart Rokosz of the
home; a brother, Michael Kelly Pendry of Annapolis MD; a sister, Jamie Ryan
O’Dell of Logansville, GA; her grandmother, Agnes Short of Clear Fork; her
mother and father in law, Sharon and George Larkin of New York; brother in law,
Chad Olmstead of Canada; and Eric Rokosz of TX, father of her daughter, Tyler
Alexis.
Also mourning her loss are aunts
and uncles: Bill and Pat
Blankenship, Paul and Sandy
Childress, Jack and Linda Counts, Calvin and Louise Stewart, David and Josie
Stewart, Earl and Alice Stewart, Bernard and Lakie Bailey, Windell and Brenda
Stewart, Dale and Teresa Stewart, Sam and Lynn Stewart, and Ed Stewart; and a
special cousin, Robin Shrewsbury.
A celebration of life will be 11 am, Friday, October 3, 2014 at
Evans Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Sheri Kernik and Rev. David White
officiating. Gentry Shrewsbury and Chad Olmstead will serve as honorary
pallbearers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
New
Hanover
+2015, Wilmington, New Hanover Co., NC, Obituary
http://www.quinnmcgowen.com/new_view.php?id=5352232
Geneva Blankenship LaFon, 77, passed away April 22, 2015, at home after an extended
illness. She was born August 15, 1937, in Pikeville, Kentucky.
She moved to Wilmington in 1968. She had worked for years as a CCT
and CNA at New Hanover Regional Medical Center. She was a self-taught artist
and took classes later in life just for the enjoyment of learning. She was
devoted to her husband, children, grandchildren and great grandchildren and
always put her family first.
She is survived by her husband of 57 years, Rush LaFon; her sons
Artie LaFon (wife Beth) Darren LaFon (wife Tracy), a step daughter, Vickie
Aflleje. Grandchildren Chuck Willetts, Morgan Phaneuf, Laurie
Lonergan, Dallas LaFon, Sara Milligan, and Austin LaFon. She also has
nine great grandchildren.
Her parents Arthur and Kate
Blankenship and sister Florence
Childers preceded her in death.
Memorial services to be announced.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Orange
2014, Chapel Hill, Orange Co., NC, Obituary
Published in The News & Observer from Sept.
10 to Sept. 14, 2014
Martha Ann Hart died Sept. 8, 2014, at the Carol Woods Retirement
Community in Chapel Hill. She was 80. She was born in Sioux City, Iowa, on Dec.
30, 1933, to the late Forrest M. and Miriam W. Olson.
In 1956 she earned a B. S. in Nursing from the University of Iowa College of Nursing in Iowa City, Iowa. The following
year she married Larry Glen Hart of Le Mars, Iowa. In a long nursing career,
Martha worked in clinical settings including the University of
Iowa Hospitals, the National Institutes of Health Clinical Center, and the
UNC-Chapel Hill Student Health Service. She served in public health and home
health nursing in Wilmington, Delaware, and at the Home Health Agency of Chapel
Hill, the North Carolina Department of Human Resources, and Triangle Hospice,
where she was the first nurse coordinator when that organization was
established in 1979.
An active longtime member of Chapel of the Cross in Chapel Hill,
she was ordained a deacon in the Episcopal Church in 1997 and served in that
capacity for 10 years. In addition to the diaconate, she served the church as a
board member of the Johnson Service Corps, a longtime participant in the Parish
Discernment Committee, a Stephen Ministry leader, a member of the Outreach
Ministry Committee, and countless other activities. She gave to the community
as a Guardian ad Litem advocate, a board member of the Orange County
Partnership for Young Children, a reading tutor for at-risk children, a member
of the meal team at the Inter-Faith Council for Social Service Community
Kitchen, a longtime volunteer at the Ronald McDonald House of Chapel Hill, a
participant in many committees and programs at Carol Woods, and in numerous
other ways.
She enjoyed reading, taking walks, going to the movies, and
attending plays. She loved being with her family. Nothing gave her more joy
than spending time with her grandchildren.
She is survived by son David M. Hart and his wife Anne Yoder; son
Thomas C. Hart; former daughter-in-law Amy Hart; son-in-law Donald Tomlinson;
grandchildren Maggie Hart, Seth Hart, Callie Hart, Alexandra Tomlinson, and
Jessica Tomlinson; step grandson Dylan Blankenship; and two great-grandchildren.
She was predeceased by her husband, Larry Glen Hart, in 2012; her
daughter, Mary Katherine Tomlinson, in 2000; and her brother, Richard
"Dick" Olson, in 1999.
A funeral will be held Saturday, Sept.13, at 2:30 p.m. at Chapel of
the Cross, 304 E. Franklin St., Chapel Hill, N.C., with burial in the
churchyard and a reception afterward at Carol Woods, 750 Weaver Dairy Road,
Chapel Hill.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Pender
2014, Atkinson, Pender Co., NC, Obituary
Published in the Wilmington Star-News from Jan. 8
to Jan. 9, 2014
Judy Hewitt Cromartie, 74, of Atkinson was granted her angel wings
on Monday, January 6, 2014. She was born August 12, 1939 in Davidson County,
the daughter of the late Warren Eugene and Daisy Mae Sowers Hewitt.
Also lovingly remembered is her sister, Gene H. DuVal. Judy leaves
behind to treasure her memory her beloved husband of 51 years, Howard W.
Cromartie; daughters, Vickie Wolfe and her husband Donnie, Lane Broadway, and
Susan Cromartie; son, Fred Cromartie; grandchildren, Matt Peoples, Drew Peoples
and his wife Michelle, Taylor Horrell, Zach Horrell and his wife Avery, Autumn
Cromartie, and Brandon Broadway; great grandchildren, Jayde Peoples, Dylan
Peoples, Walker Peoples, and Harper Grace Horrell; cousin, Sally Blake; nieces, Rene` DuVal and Debbie Blankinship and her husband, Keith; nephew, Johnny DuVal; brother-in-law, H.
G. Cromartie and his wife, Wanda; sister-in-law, Jane Eakins and her husband,
H. T.; caring friends, Julie, Darleen, Vivian and Hazel; many extended family
and friends.
Prior to moving to Wilmington in 1983, Judy owned and operated
Daisy's Children and Needlework shops in Lexington. She retired from Plantation
Village as director of accounting. Most recently Judy and Howard embarked on
another career, owning and operating blueberry farms in Pender and Bladen
Counties. Judy was a member of Caswell Presbyterian Church. Judy loved her
family above all else; always caring, always loving, always faithful to each
and everyone in her family. She enriched the world in which she lived, sharing
her love, talents, knowledge, humor and abilities so that all could benefit.
For pure pleasure, Judy enjoyed playing bridge with her card buddies. Judy was
a hard worker and was strong as she was sweet. What an honor it is that the
lively, learned and loving Judy has lived among us. She leaves a wish for us to
remember her not with tears, but with joy, love and faith.
A Celebration of life service for Judy will be at 11:00 a.m. on
Friday, January 10, 2014 at Caswell Presbyterian Church with The Rev. Roy
Brewton officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Person
2014, Roxboro, Person Co., NC, Obituary
The Courier-Times, (Roxboro, NC) Date: October 22, 2014
Patti Ann Lamontagne, age 66 [1948], of 130 Christy's Way, died Saturday
afternoon Oct. 18, 2014 at her home. Mrs. Lamontagne was a native of Coweta
County, Ga., daughter of the late Jessie Cecil and Sara Ann Blankenship Stamps and wife of the late Alan Sherwood
Lamontagne. She was a homemaker, loved to sing and was of the Baptist faith.
Surviving are a daughter, Brittany Pulliam and husband, Jeremy of
Roxboro; son, Tony Lamontagne and wife, Billie of Moreland, Ga.; sister, Sharon
Tatum and husband, Scott of Roxboro; three brothers, Harold Lee Stamps and
wife, Rhonda of McDonough, Ga., Joseph Clifton Stamps and wife, Dana, B.J.
Jacques, all of Roxboro; five grandchildren, Alanna Lamontagne, Jason Pulliam,
Colleen Lamontagne, Stephen Lamontagne and Haley Leann Pulliam; and two great
grandchildren, Reagan Lamontagne and Jackson Lamontagne.
Funeral services were conducted at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 21, in the
Strickland Funeral Home Chapel, 1314 North Main Street, Roxboro, NC 27573, by
the Chaplin Al Sholar and the Rev. Lazaro Guerrero. Interment followed in the
Surl Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery. Pallbearers were Rex Blalock, Sam
Harris, Warren Long, Joseph Schreiner, Drew Tanksley and Scott Wilson.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Roxboro, Person Co., NC, Obituary
The Courier-Times, (Roxboro, NC) Date: September 2, 2015
Nelson Frank Gatewood, 89, of 169 Old Durham Rd., died Wednesday,
Sept. 2, 2015. He was born in Madison County to the late John and Nancy Gibson
Gatewood.
Mr. Gatewood was also preceded in death by one son, Tim Gatewood.
He served during World War II, was a member of the American Legion
Post 137, and a former member of the Roxboro Moose Lodge. Mr. Gatewood also
loved bluegrass and was an avid NASCAR fan and loved watching the race on
Sunday with his best friend, Jesse Duncan. He was of the Methodist faith.
He is survived by his wife of over 41 years, Judith Hunter Gatewood
of the home; three daughters, Tina
G. Carter and husband Doug, Trecy Eagle King and Pamela Eagle Blankenship and husband Freddy, all of Roxboro; one sister, Mildred White and husband Houston, of
Jacksonville, Florida; five grandchildren,
Amber King Milligan, Tobie King, Joshua Clayton, Krista Carter and Dusty Blankenship ; and four great grandchildren, Christian Milligan, Taylor Clayton, Harper
Clayton and August James
Blankenship.
A graveside memorial service will be held 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 5,
at Person Memorial Cemetery by the Rev. Richard Long and Mr. Doug Carter.
Honorary pallbearers will be Jessie
Duncan, Joshua Clayton and Dusty Blankenship.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Randolph
2015, Archdale, Randolph
Co., NC, Obituary
High Point
Enterprise (NC) Date: August 3, 2015
C. Maxine Trotter, 83, of Archdale died Sunday August 2, 2015 at
her residence. Maxine was born October 26, 1931 in Ashe County, NC to the late
Joseph and Elza Perkins Turner.
A resident of Archdale most of her life, she was a member of
Glenola Baptist Church. She married Howard Ray Trotter on April 25, 1952, and
together they were the co-owner of Corbitt Transportation.
Howard preceded her in death in August 2000. In addition to her
parents and husband, Maxine was preceded in death by a sister, Ilene and two
brothers Linville and Joe Allen.
She is survived by two daughters
Patricia Gurley and her husband Dirk, and Penny Blankenship
and her husband Steve, a son Ricky Ray Trotter and his wife, Sandi all of Archdale; five
sisters, Wilma, Dora, Ruth, Mary and Kathryn; one brother Lillard also
survives. Other survivors include six grandchildren and eight
great-grandchildren.
Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Thursday at Glenola
Baptist Church, conducted by Dirk Gurley. Burial will follow in the church
cemetery. Pallbearers will be Rusty
Sexton, Dylan Trotter, Steve
Blankenship, Ray Blankenship, Zach Nichols and Chad Wilfong.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Asheboro, Randolph
Co., NC, Obituary
The Courier-Tribune, (Asheboro, NC) Date: January 22, 2015
George Peter "Pete" Pugh, 57, of Asheboro died Wednesday,
Jan. 21, 2015 at his home. Mr. Pugh was born in Asheboro on October 3, 1957 to
Robert and Maggie Richardson Pugh.
Funeral services will be held on Sunday, Jan. 25, at 3 p.m. at the
Pugh Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Lacy Parks officiating. Burial will
follow in the Antioch Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery.
In addition to his parents, George was preceded in death by his
brothers, Bickett Pugh and Robert Donald Pugh.
George could be found hanging out at Asheboro Bingo where he met
many friends and he loved playing poker. He loved being with his grandchildren.
He had a big heart and was always willing to help others.
He is survived by his wife, Tammy Pugh; sons, Jason Pugh and Joanna
Necessary and Justin Pugh and Casey Woodard; grandchildren, Tristin Pugh,
Trevor Pugh, Kylee Pugh and Eli Pugh-Schlick; sisters, Joanne Brooks and husband Micky, Patricia Blankenship and Diane Hill and husband Kenneth;
brothers, Ronald Lee Pugh, Larry Junior Pugh and wife Patricia, John Edward
Pugh, William Joe Pugh and wife Cathy and Armp Chris Pugh.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Asheboro, Randolph Co., NC, Obituary
The Courier-Tribune, (Asheboro, NC) Date: September 14, 2015
Rev. David Wayne Riffe, 62, of Asheboro died Saturday, Sept. 12,
2015, at Randolph Hospital in Asheboro. Mr. Riffe was born March 28, 1953, in
Iaeger, W.Va., the son of Doyle Adren and Daisy Roberts Riffe.
Mr. Riffe lived most of his life in Randolph County and was a
member of the Christian Fellowship Church of Asheboro.
In addition to his parents, David was preceded in death by
grandson, Joseph Harris; and sister, Sandra Cline.
He is survived by his wife, Wilma Jean Riffe; daughters, Angela
Harris and husband Bim of Asheboro and Regina Snyder and husband Richie of
Thomasville; son, David Wayne Riffe II and girlfriend Kim Staley of Seagrove;
grandchildren, Jesse Harris and wife Katti, Emily Joy Harris, Benjamin Harris
and Hunter Harris, all of Asheboro; William Snyder of Thomasville, Taylor
Lambeth and husband Adam of Colorado Springs, Colo., Dylan Wayne Riffe, Riley
Staley and Camden Riffe, all of Seagrove; sister,
Bonnie Blankenship and husband
Leroy of Paynesville, W.Va; brother, Roger Riffe
and wife Rose of Asheboro; sister-in-law, Sue Addair of Walburg; and
brother-in-law, Ricky Hicks and wife Ruby of Jolo, W.Va.
The funeral service will be held Tuesday, Sept. 15, 2015, at 10
a.m. at the Pugh Funeral Home Chapel, 437 Sunset Ave., Asheboro, with the Rev.
David Hunt and Charles Rose officiating. Burial will follow in the Liberty
Fellowship Church Cemetery, 8121 New Hope Road in Denton.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Asheboro, Randolph Co., NC, Obituary
The Courier-Tribune, (Asheboro, NC) - December 18, 2015
Marie Hill Jeffus, 88, of Asheboro died Thursday, Dec. 17, 2015, at
The Randolph Hospice House in Asheboro. A native of Randolph County, Mrs.
Jeffus was born Nov. 29, 1927, to the late Edwin and Lillie Hill.
She was a member of The Church of Christ.
In addition to her parents, Mrs. Jeffus was preceded in death by
her husband, Jim Jeffus; son, Dwight Wayne Jeffus; and brothers, Thomas, D.W.
and Ralph Hill.
Mrs. Jeffus is survived by her daughter, Shelia Jeffus-Peach and
husband Tom of Marriottsville, Md.; son, Dennis J. Jeffus of Asheville, N.C.;
grandchildren, James Tyson Jeffus, Dwight W. Jeffus Jr., Sarah E. Jeffus,
Thomas D. Peach, Andrew D. Peach; great-granddaughter, Mackenzie Rose Jeffus;
and two daughters-in-law, Sandra
Jeffus Patterson of Asheboro and Sandra Cox Blankenship of Maggie Valley.
Funeral services will be conducted at 4 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 19,
2015, at the Ridge Funeral Home Chapel, with Minister Dane Waggoner
officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Rockingham
2014, Reidsville, Rockingham Co., NC, Obituary
Greensboro News & Record (NC) - July 17, 2014
Vernell McCollum Jones, 88, passed away at Moses Cone Hospital [Greensboro,
Guilford Co., NC], on
Tuesday, July 15, 2014. Mrs. Jones was born on September 26, 1925, in
Rockingham County to the late William Bryan and Fannie Mae Adkins McCollum.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m., Friday, July 18, 2014, at
New Lebanon Christian Church with Dr. Mark Harris officiating. Burial will
follow in the church cemetery.
Vernell married Grady Jones on January 1, 1946, and celebrated
their 68th anniversary this year. She was a lifelong member of New Lebanon
Christian Church, a member of the Ann Green Sunday School Class and an Awana
Leader for 10 years. She was a member of the James Hunter Chapter of the DAR in
Madison and a Charter Member of the Wentworth Ruritan Club. She retired from P.
Lorillard Tobacco Co. after 30 1/2 years. Vernell loved God, her church and her
family. She enjoyed the outdoors and working with her flowers. She was an avid
reader, an excellent seamstress and awesome cook. She enjoyed travelling and
bird watching, especially bluebirds.
Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by her two
brothers, William Phillip McCollum and Holton Worth
McCollum, Sr.
She is survived by her husband, Grady B. Jones; her children, Kenny
and (Joyce) Jones of Reidsville, Monette and (Nathan) Rich of Reidsville,
Sherrill and (Phillip) Hilton of Summerfield and Bryan and (Cherie) Jones of
Rock Hill, SC; grandchildren, Seth
and (Tracy) Jones, Brandy and (Ken) Curtis, Alex Springs, Suzanne Springs,
Vallere and (P.G.) Shelton, Suzanne and (Dave) Lang, Kenzie Hanks and boyfriend
William Etheridge, Zach Hilton, Rebecca and (James) Blankenship , Bryanne Jones and Brooklyn Jones; great
grandchildren, Tony Farmer, Zane Prusia, Ethan Jones, David Springs, Autumn
Springs, Ian Shelton, Zollie Shelton, Ceirdwyn Shelton, Eowyn Shelton, and two
great grandchildren on the way.
She is also survived by her sister-in-law, Ruth McCollum, numerous
cousins, nieces and nephews.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Reidsville, Rockingham Co., NC, Obituary
Greensboro News & Record (NC) - August 17, 2014
Grady B. Jones, 89, 0f the Bethany Community, passed away, on
Saturday, August 16, 2014, at Moses Cone Hospital, [Greensboro, Guilford Co., NC].
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. on Monday, August 18, 2014,
at New Lebanon Christian Church with Dr. Mark Harris officiating. Interment
will follow in the Church Cemetery.
Grady was born in Rockingham County to the late John W.
"Babe" Jones and Lucy Levina Moore Jones.
He was a lifelong farmer and a retiree of Lorillard Tobacco Company
and a member of New Lebanon Christian Church. He loved farming, gardening,
traveling, the outdoors and was known as a good
neighbor and a great friend to many.
Along with his parents he was preceded in death by his wife of 68
years, Vernell McCollum Jones; step mother, Sallie Wall Jones; siblings, Mary
Lewey, Johnnie, Irvin, Rubert, Raymond and Bobby Jones; half sister and
brothers, Emma Smith, Bill King and Abner King. Survivors include his children,
Kenny and (Joyce) Jones, Monette and (Nathan) Rich all of Reidsville, Sherrill
and (Phillip) Hilton of Summerfield and Bryan and (Cherie) Jones of Rock Hill,
SC; grandchildren, Seth and (Tracy)
Jones, Brandy and (Ken) Curtis, Alex Springs, Suzanne Springs, Vallere and
(P.G.) Shelton, Suzanne and (Dave) Lang, Kenzie Hanks and boyfriend William
Etheridge, Zach Hilton, Rebecca and (James) Blankenship , Bryanne Jones and Brooklyn Jones; great grandchildren,
Tony Farmer, Zane Prusia, Ethan Jones, David Springs, Autumn Springs, Ian
Shelton, Zollie Shelton, Ceirdwyn Shelton, Eowyn Shelton, and two great
grandchildren on the way; sister, Lucy Mason; sister-in-law, Jerri Jones and
numerous cousins, nieces and nephews.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Reidsville, Rockingham Co., NC, Obituary
Barbara Ferguson Grogan, 86, of Reidsville, went to be with the
Lord Thursday April 23, 2015 at Avante of Reidsville. A native of Forsyth
County, she was a daughter of the late Walton E. "Dutch" and Grace Blankenship Ferguson and had
lived in Reidsville most of her life.
A retired secretary at Monroeton School, she was a graduate of
Reynolds High School in Winston-Salem and was a member of New Heights Baptist
Church.
Barbara was preceded in death by her parents, her brothers: James
Ferguson and William Ferguson both of Mullins, SC and a son-in-law: Art
Frazier.
Survivors include daughters: Darlene Frazier of Asheville, Patsy
Grogan and Deborah Nelson and husband Thomas, both of Reidsville, sons: Darrell
Grogan and wife Sandra and Preston Grogan and wife Robin, both of Reidsville,
grandchildren: Lisa Klingel and husband Jim, Deanna Revis and husband Jonathan,
Rev. Scott Grogan, Lauren Alex Ellis and husband Casey, great-grandchildren:
Eli and Sam Klingel , Nate and Parker Revis.
Graveside services will be conducted 2 p.m. Saturday April 25, 2015
in Reidlawn Cemetery with Rev. Scott Grogan officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Ruffin, Rockingham
Co., NC, Obituary
Greensboro News & Record (NC) - January 11, 2014
Yvonne Jones Evans 75 of Ruffin died Friday, January 10, 2014 at
Morehead Memorial Hospital [Eden, Rockingham Co., NC].
Funeral services will be conducted at 2:00 PM Sunday (Jan. 12,
2014) at Happy Home Church, where she was a member, with Rev. Bruce McBride
officiating, and burial will follow in the church cemetery.
A native of Rockingham Co., she was a daughter of the late Paul
Brittian and Ruby Edwards Jones and she had lived in the Happy Home Community
most of her life.
Yvonne was preceded in death by her husband: A. D. "Danny"
Evans Jr. and she farmed and worked with the Rockingham Co. Schools as a
Substitute Teacher and in other capacities for many years. She was the organist
at her church and sang with "Stained Glass". Yvonne loved to feed her
birds, work outside, loved NASCAR , was known for her
cooking and loved her family dearly.
Surviving are: her son: A. Daniel Evans III (Karen) of Ruffin; daughters: Dana E. Blankenship (Gordon) of Eden
& Paula Evans of Reidsville; brother: Paul E. "Buck" Jones of
Kinston; grandchildren: Amber Ammons
(Joshua); Ambrose D. Evans IV; Allison
Blankenship; & Hayley
Evans. Yvonne was awaiting the birth of her 1st great grandchild. She is
survived by many special friends and neighbors; her companions: Sampson,
Butterscotch and Calico.
The family will see friends from 6:00 till 8:00 PM Saturday (Jan.
11, 2014) at Happy Home Church and at other times, they will be at the home of
her son: Daniel Evans III 451 Perkinson Rd. Ruffin, NC 27326.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Rowan
+2015, Cleveland, Rowan Co., NC, Obituary
Published in Salisbury Post on Feb. 11, 2015
Tommy Eugene Gilbert, 57, of Cleveland died Sunday, Feb. 8, 2015,
at Iredell Memorial Hospital, [Statesville, Iredell Co., NC]. He was born Aug. 19, 1957, in Iredell
County and was the son of the late John and Mary Blankenship Gilbert.
Prior to his disability retirement, he had worked with Bernhardt
Furniture, Intercraft Industries and Accuma. He was an avid NASCAR and Rusty Wallace
fan, an avid tool collector, and enjoyed deep-sea fishing. He was a loving son,
husband, father, brother and uncle and was excited about the upcoming birth of
his grandchild.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two
sisters, Linda Brown and Martha Gilbert; and two brothers, Richard Allen
"Pete" Gilbert and Rudy Gilbert.
He is survived by his wife, Marsden Broadway Gilbert, whom he
married on June 2, 1984; a son, Christopher Eugene Gilbert of Garden City, SC;
a daughter, Amanda Carol Gilbert and her fiancé;, Jozef Eugene Ryder, of
Cleveland; two brothers, Johnny "Lee" (Martha) Gilbert of Newton and
Sonny Gilbert of California; three sisters, Betty Hicks of Newton, Marcella
Rubio of Rockingham and Sheila Haire of Maiden; numerous nieces and nephews;
and one grandchild on the way.
Graveside funeral service celebrating Tommy's life will be held at
2 p.m. Saturday at Mt. Ruhama Baptist Church Cemetery in Maiden with the Rev.
Russell Williams and the Rev. Tom Teichroew officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, North Kannapolis, Rowan
Co., NC, Obituary
Published in Salisbury Post on July 22, 2015
James Billy “Bill” Gragg, born Dec. 22, 1935, went to be with his
Lord and Savior on July 20, 2015.
Bill served in the Air Force ‘51-'55 as Military Police in Germany
and retired from Fiber Industries. From that time on, he spent retirement
spoiling children, grandchildren and enjoying “the trailer” at the beach. Bill
was an active member of North Kannapolis Baptist Church for 50+ years. He was a
true servant leader. Bill, “young, innocent and good looking,” enjoyed life and
helped any one around him enjoy it. You could not be around him without
laughing. Bill was a wonderful daddy and pawpaw and he had lots of adopted
kids. He taught us all to serve the Lord and enjoy life with laughter and love;
and we will honor him by continuing to live like he lived with pure joy.
Bill was preceded in death by his parents, Ben and Florence Gragg.
Bill is survived by his wife
of 58 years, Mildred
Blankenship Gragg; children
Billie, Joe, and Libby; grandchildren Scott, Aaron Gene and wife Stacy, Aron
Wayne, Zachary, Ben; and great-grandson Jacexin.
A visitation will be held from 5-6:45 p.m. Friday, July 24 at North
Kannapolis Baptist Church, 312 Locust St., Kannapolis, NC 28081, with the Rev.
Chris O'Guinn officiating. Service will follow at 7 p.m. Military honors will
be accorded by the Lyerly Volunteer Honor Guard. Memorials:
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Camp Creek, Rutherford Co., NC, Marriage; https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:F83F-GMJ
Mildred Hazel Blankenship, 21 - James
Billy Gragg, 25 - 23 Jun 1957
+2015, Salisbury, Rowan
Co., NC, Obituary
Published in Salisbury Post on May 31, 2015
Katherine Mercedes Stafford, 34, of North Carolina, passed away on
Tuesday, May 5, 2015. She was born to Mercedes Ann Blankenship and Philip James Watson, Jr., May 28, 1980 in Fort Worth, Texas.
Katherine is survived by her son Ethan Kyle Martin Stafford, mother Mercedes Blankenship Stafford, brother Austin Wayne Stafford, maternal grandmother Silvia
Novo Pena (her 'Tita'), step father and beloved friend Hilton 'Jeff ' Fulp,
adoptive father Teddy Wayne Stafford, paternal grandparents Mary Evelyn Kjar,
Faye & Wayne Stafford and Hazel Fulp, as well as numerous aunts, uncles,
cousins and friends.
Katherine is predeceased by her father Philip James Watson, Jr.,
'Bo', her Grandfathers Manuel
Guillermo Pena (her 'Tito'), and Harvey Taylor Blankenship, and her beloved cousin Jason Pena.
Katherine never met a stranger and she lighted a room when she
entered. She was passionate about life, love, books, and most especially music.
Katherine received her Juris Doctor in December, 2008 from Stetson University,
College of Law, against many obstacles and of which she was immensely proud.
However, the pride that Katherine held the most was for her son. She truly
loved him from the moment he was born. Through her laughter, joy, smiles,
struggles and tears, she held him lovingly in her heart. She was taken from all
of us much too early. Her earthly struggle has ended and she truly can rest in
peace where there is only peace, love and joy. We can hold this beautiful young
woman in our hearts and share her memories, struggles and accomplishments with
smiles and the cleansing of gentle tears as we embrace and love one another.
Lyerly Funeral Home of Salisbury, North Carolina brought her home
from Atlanta, Georgia and has lovingly performed her cremation service.
Katherine's memorial service will be held on Saturday, June 6, 2015 at 10 am at
First Presbyterian Church in the sanctuary.
A reception will follow the memorial service and will be located at
Lewis Hall adjacent to the sanctuary.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Rutherford
+2014, Union Mills, Rutherford Co., NC, Obituary
The McDowell News, (Marion, NC) Date: June 24, 2014
Paul J. Nanney, 85 of Union Mills, passed away Saturday, June 21,
2014, at the Rose Hill Retirement Center in Marion, [McDowell Co., NC]. He was born Jan. 9, 1929, the son of the
late Reginald Nanney and Clara Blankenship Nanney.
He retired after 37 years from the NC Department of Transportation
of McDowell County and was a lifelong member of Thermal City Methodist Church.
He was preceded in death by his first wife, Juanita Dowdle Nanney;
and an infant son.
He is survived by his wife, Patricia Arledge Nanney; three sons,
Lloyd and wife, Mary Page Nanney, Bruce Nanney and wife, Ava and Alan Nanney,
all of Union Mills; one stepdaughter, Donna Arledge of Gray Court, SC.; and one
stepson, Les Arledge of Columbus, Ohio. Also surviving one granddaughter, Joyce
Nanney Phipps and husband, Mitch; one great-grandson, Grayson Phipps of
Winston-Salem; one sister, Ruby Nanney Anglin of Nebo; and two brothers, Wade
Nanney of Nebo and Dean Nanney of Asheville.
A memorial service will be held Saturday, June 28, at 3 p.m., at
Thermal City Methodist Church, with the Rev. Cindy Nanney officiating.
Interment will be at Round Hill Baptist Church cemetery in Union Mills.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
1940 Census, Union Mills, Camp Creek Twp.,
Rutherford Co., NC,
Nanney, Amos P. 79, M, NC, Head,
Nanney, Mercilair 75, F, NC,
Nanney, Reginald 34, M, NC, Wife, Son,
Nanney, Clara 29, F, NC, DauL,
Nanney, Paul J. 11, M, NC, GSon,
Nanney, Ruby 09, F, NC, GDau,
https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/KW3J-6Z9
+2015, Rutherfordton, Rutherford Co., NC, Obituary
The Daily Courier, (Forest City, NC) Date: February 24, 2015
Thelma Greene Blankenship, age 76 [1939], of Rutherfordton, died Saturday, February 21, 2015, at
Rutherford Regional Medical Center. She was the daughter of the late Monroe
Greene and the late Mayo Cowan Greene.
Thelma was a member of Southern Baptist Church in Rutherfordton
where she was active in the Mother's Prayer Group. She was a member of the
Ladies Auxillary for Voluntary Life Saving Rescue Squad and enjoyed her years
spent working for Rutherford Hospital and Willow Ridge Nursing Home. Thelma was
a loving Mother and Maw Maw to her children and grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her husband Robert
Louie Blankenship and one
sister Jean Brown.
She is survived by two sons,
Lincoln Todd Blankenship and wife Melanie of Green Creek and Robert Scott Blankenship and girlfriend Rachael Rumfelt of
Rutherfordton; three sisters, Gladys Campbell and husband Jerry of Montford
Cove and Jeroline Lane, Betty Lane and husband Howard both of Cane Creek; two
brothers, Wilber Greene and wife Janett and Charles Greene both of Cane Creek
and two grandchildren, Kaylie Blankenship and Corey Blankenship.
The funeral service will be at Southern Baptist Church, in
Rutherfordton, at 2:00 PM, Thursday, February 26, 2015 with Rev. John Perry,
Rev. Jerry Campbell and Rev. Craig Scruggs officiating. Interment will be at
Southern Baptist Church Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
SSDI: Blankenship,
Robert, 57, 12Feb1911 - ??Jun1968, (not specified) NC-238-05-2710
Scotland
2015, Laurinburg, Scotland
Co., NC, Obituary
Published in Laurinburg Exchange from Mar. 16
to Mar. 17, 2015
Ruby Lee Polston Driggers Kelly, 81, died March 14, 2015. Born June
2, 1933 in Lumberton, she was a daughter of the late Rev. C. D. and Nettie
Hughes Polston.
Funeral services will be 4:30 p.m. today at McDougald Funeral Home
and Crematorium. Burial will follow in Hillside Cemetery.
She is survived by her daughter,
Sheron D. Blankenship; her son, Harry Wayne Driggers (Joann) of
Tulsa, Oklahoma, her sister, Verna Snead (Alfred) of Laurinburg; three
grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her husband and father of her
children, Cooper Harry Lee Driggers and her daughter, Rebecca Annette Driggers.
She was a homemaker and enjoyed caring for her flowers. Ruby lived
her life for Christ and loved her children dearly.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Stanly
2015, Albemarle, Stanly Co., NC, Obituary
http://www.hartsellfh.com/?pagetype=obitlink&obit_id=1675693
Donald Eugene McGhee, 72 years of age, of Albemarle, passed away
Wednesday, October 14, 2015 at Presbyterian Hospital Main-Charlotte in Charlotte, [Mecklenburg Co., NC]. Don was born May 28, 1943 in West
Virginia to the late Marlin McGhee and the late Pearle Blankenship McGhee.
The funeral service will be on Monday at 1:00 pm at Hartsell
Funeral Home's Lefler Memorial Chapel in Albemarle officiated
by Rev. Joe Smith. Burial will follow at the Stanly Gardens of Memory at 2001
East Main St., Albemarle.
Survivors include his loving wife of 54 years, Pearlie Yvonne
McGhee of Albemarle; two sons, Darrell McGhee and wife Melissa, and Dale McGhee
and wife, Lee Ann, both of Albemarle; daughter, Donna Hinson and husband, Jeff,
of Oakboro; grandson, Jeffrey Hatley and wife Emily; granddaughter, Laura
Carpenter and husband Rodney; grandson, Greg McGhee and wife Marissa; grandson,
Brandon Hinson and wife Shannon; grandson, Bradley Hinson; four great
grandchildren, and one great great grandson.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Stokes
2014, King, Stokes Co., NC, Obituary
Published in Williamson Daily News from Jan.
3 to Jan. 4, 2015
Marilyn Mahon Bradley, 73, of King, NC, formerly of Rupert, W.Va.,
died Wed., Dec. 31, 2014. Born Dec. 4, 1941, in Mingo County, W.Va., she was a
daughter of the late Frank Mahon and Pricie Blankenship Mahon.
She was also preceded in death by her husband, Thomas Wilford
Bradley; an aunt and uncle who raised her, Vina and Sampy Hatfield; a brother,
Julian "Jim" Mahon, and grandparents, Harley and Linda Mahon.
She is survived by two daughters, Deborah Bradley Plonowski (Greg)
of Plainsboro, NJ, and Lisa Bradley Poe (Michael), and grandsons, Adam and
James Poe, all of Rural Hall, NC; two sisters, Lilly Jude (James) of Delbarton,
WV, and Irene Napier of Louisa, KY; one brother, Hallie Mahon (Phyllis) of
Kenova, WV, and many beloved nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Graveside services will be held 11 a.m. Mon., Jan. 5, at Poplar
Springs Church of Christ Cemetery, 7120 NC Hwy 66 S., King, NC 27021.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Pine Hall, Stokes
Co., NC, Obituary
Greensboro News & Record (NC) Date: February 20, 2015
Mr. Glenn Woodrow Duncan, 75, Completed
his life's journey and went home to be with Jesus Wednesday, February 18, 2015,
surrounded by loving family. A Rockingham County native, Glenn was born August
16, 1939, the son of Roy Woodrow Duncan and Esther Throckmorton Duncan.
An 11 a.m. Funeral service will be held Saturday, February 21, 2015
at Ray Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Mark Smith officiating. Interment will
follow at Knollhurst Cemetery.
He attended Clear Springs and Wilson Primitive Baptist Churches.
Glenn retired from Norfolk & Southern Railroad with 22 years of service.
Previously he worked for The Coca Cola Bottling Company in Mayodan. He was
proud to be a US Air Force veteran serving from 1958-1962. Glenn played base
guitar with several Country and Rock & Roll Bands during his lifetime.
In addition to his parents, Glenn was preceded in death by his son
Charles Glenn Duncan; two sisters, Margaret Joyce and Patricia Richardson; brother Ronnie Duncan.
Glenn is survived by his loving wife of 51 years, Kathy Williams
Duncan of the home; two children, Karen Duncan of Madison and Travis Lee Duncan
and wife, Ashleigh of Salisbury; five grandchildren,
Torri Blankenship and husband,
Matt of Thomasville, Jesse Duncan of Madison,
Nathaniel Lee Southern of Danbury, Addison and Kaytlyn Duncan of Salisbury;
three great-grandchildren, Jeremy
Griffin, Chloe Griffin and Luna
Blankenship; three sisters,
Mildred Taylor of Pine Hall, Gail Smith and husband, Roscoe of Pine Hall, Wanda
K. Tilley and husband, Robert of Madison; brother Gary Duncan and wife, Martha
of Lawsonville.
The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. Friday, February 20,
2015 at Ray Funeral Home in Madison and other times at Mr. Duncan's home.Online
condolences may be sent to www.rayfuneralhome.com.Ray Funeral Home in Madison
is serving the Duncan family.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Walnut Cove, Stokes Co., NC, Obituary
The Sylva Herald & Ruralite, (NC) Date: July 29, 2015
Lester Sorrells, 75, of Walnut Cove, NC, formerly of Sylva, passed
away Thursday July 23, 2015. A native of Jackson County, he was the son of the
late William and Lozie Cobb Sorrells.
He loved woodworking, gardening, selling produce and most of all,
spending time with his family.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife,
Arlene Passmore Sorrells; and by his brother, Eldon Sorrells.
He is survived by two daughters,
Rhonda Blankenship of Asheboro, Connie Gaddy of Walnut Cove,
NC; six grandchildren, Travis Gaddy,
Evelyn Molina, Jacob
Blankenship, Aubrey Blankenship, Paige Blankenship
and Angie Doty; seven great-grandchildren; brother, Raymond Sorrells of
Cullowhee; three sisters, Edna Carpenter of Sylva, Mary Buchanan of Sylva and
Edith Brooks of Franklin.
Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. Saturday, July 25, at Zion
Hill Baptist Church with the Revs. Eddie Stillwell and Keith
Ashe officiating. Burial was in the church cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Rhonda S. Blankenship - b.01Sep1959 -
Carthage, NC: https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:KY6Y-NTH
Relatives Aubrey Reanna Blankenship, Jacob
Allen Blankenship, Jeffrey Cullen Blankenship.
Surry
+2015, Mount Airy, Surry
Co., NC, Obituary
Published in Mount Airy Newspapers from Dec.
29 to Dec. 30, 2015
Mr. Marion Camden "Cam" Burge, 85, of Mount Airy, passed
away Monday, December 28, 2015 at Central Continuing Care. He was born in
Patrick County, VA on June 7, 1930 to the late Walter and Nora Stanley Burge.
Mr. Burge bravely served in the US Army during the Korean War. He
was a faithful member of Franklin Heights United Methodist Church and retired
as manager from Advance Auto after 43 years of service.
Mr. Burge is survived by his devoted wife of almost 65 years, Lala
"Wimpie" Draughn Burge of Mount Airy; sons and daughters-in-law,
Wally and Alma Burge of Kinston, Juan and Susan Burge of Greensboro;
grandchildren, Vanessa Soffe and husband, Dixon of Fayetteville, Camden Burge,
Greenville and Hanna Burge of Greensboro; the first great granddaughter, Ava,
due to arrive in March, 2016; a sister,
Gladys Blankenship of Martinsville, VA.
In addition to his parents, Mr. Burge was preceded in death by
brothers, Walter, James, Herbert and Carl Burge.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM on Thursday, December 31,
2015 at Moody Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Dennis "Bud" Cameron
officiating. Entombment will follow at Skyline Memory Gardens with full
military rites conducted by VFW Honor Guard Mt. Airy Post 2019 and Pilot
Mountain Post 9436.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Swain
2015, Bryson City, Swain Co., NC, Obituary
Published in the Asheville Citizen-Times on Mar.
1, 2015 -
Pearl Crisp Cable, 94, of the Balltown Community went to Heaven
Saturday, February 28, 2015 in Lexington, [Davidson
Co.,] NC. A native of Swain County, she was the daughter of the late Andrew
Niles and Sarah Pilkington Crisp and wife of the late Sanford Cable. She was a
member of the Bryson City First Baptist Church.
She was preceded in death by one grandchild, Kimberly
Arvey Blankenship.
She is survived by two children, Marvin Ray Cable and Velma Cable
Arvey; one grandchild, Alicia Gonzalez; one great grandchild, Jayce Proctor;
and many nieces and nephews; and special niece, Burnette Monteith.
Funeral services will be held at 3:00 pm Monday in the chapel of
Crisp Funeral Home. Dr. John Tagliarini, Rev. Charles Ray Ball and Rev. Eddie
Dietz will officiate with burial in Swain Memorial Park.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Bryson City, Swain Co., NC Obituary
Published in the Asheville Citizen-Times on Mar.
26, 2015
Michael Ray Jones, 54, of Bryson City, went home to be with the
Lord Tuesday, March 24, 2015. A native of Swain County, he was the son of
Glenda Jones Maney of Bryson City and the late Clyde Jones.
In addition to his mother, he is survived by his wife of 33 years,
Susan Wiggins Jones; his niece/ daughter Jenna D. Wiggins, a God Child Leanna
Crisp; Mother-in-Law Nancy Wiggins; Step Father Charlie Maney; brother, Ron
Jones (Joyce); Brothers-in-Law, David "Bear" and Harvey Wiggins; step
brothers, Bobby, Charles, and Sam Maney; nephew, Chris Jones; niece, Stephanie
Morgan; great niece, Samantha; great nephew, Logan; and great great nephew
Casen.
Michael graduated from Swain County High School in 1979 and
received his Electrical Contracting License from Haywood Tech in 1983. He owned
and operated High Country Electrical for 32 years.
Funeral Services will be held at 1:00 PM Friday at Mt. Carmel
Baptist Church. Revs. Tim Barker, Ray Fox and Eddie
Stillwell will officiate with burial in the Blankenship Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be Harvey Wiggins, Darrell Phillips, Johnny Crisp, Mark
Edwards, Barney Stephens, and John Kalor. Honorary Pallbearers will be Jerry
Mason, Van Crisp, Scott Warf, Eric Steadman, Chad, Kyle, Kurt, and Cody
Stephens, Curt Millsaps, George Brown, Chris Jones, Chris Monteith, and George
Lee.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Bryson City, Swain Co., NC, Obituary
Published in the Asheville Citizen-Times on Apr.
1, 2015
Mondee Monteith, 65, moved from his home in Bryson City to his
Eternal Heavenly Home on March 30, 2015 to join his father William W. Monteith,
mother Ella Cunningham Monteith and brothers Walt Patterson and Alan Monteith.
Mondee is survived by his wife Patricia Bright Monteith; daughter,
Kiristie Millsaps and husband Terry of Cramerton; sons, Christopher Monteith of
Bryson City and Marvin Monteith and wife Brandy of Bryson City; and
grandchildren, Amber, Logan, Layla, Carter, and Creed. There are two special
young men Aaron and Alan Langston that were like sons to Mondee. One sister Nancy Wiggins of Bryson City and many nieces and
nephews.
Mondee was a graduate of Swain County High School in 1968 and
obtained a forestry degree from Haywood Community College. Mondee was the owner
of several businesses including Monteith Lumber Company and Bryson City IGA.
Funeral Services will be held at 1:00 PM at Mount Carmel Baptist
Church where he was a lifelong member on Friday April 3, 2015. Revs. Tim Barker, Earl Holden, and Eddie Stillwell will
officiate with burial in the Blankenship
Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Bryson City, Swain Co., NC, Obituary
Published in the Asheville Citizen-Times on May
1, 2015
Richard Steven (Butch) McCurry, 73, of the Buckner Branch Community
in Bryson City, went home to be with the Lord Thursday April 30, 2015 at his
residence. A native of Swain County, he was the son of the late Chester A. and
Nina Crisp McCurry.
He was a retired Master Sargent with the United States Army and
Served two tours in Vietnam. He was an avid outdoorsman who loved hunting and
fishing. He was a great husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather.
He is survived by his wife of 16 years, Brenda Diann McCurry; two
daughters, Angela Kersh and husband Kevin of Copperas Cove, TX, Janey
Yarborough and husband Joel of Columbia, SC; stepson, Tony Jones of Bryson City
and the late Theresa Parker Jones; five grandchildren and two sisters, and
several cousins.
Funeral services will be held at 1:00 PM Monday in the Chapel of
Crisp Funeral Home. Rev. Eddie Stillwell will officiate. Burial will be in the Blankenship Cemetery with military graveside rites conducted by
the North Carolina National Guard Honor Guard.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Transylvania
2014, Penrose, Transylvania Co., NC Obituary
Published in The Times-News on Aug. 29, 2014
Reba Elizabeth Painter Blankenship, 83, of Penrose, passed away Tuesday, Aug. 26, 2014.
As a member of Little River Baptist Church, she taught Sunday
school and was a dedicated friend to the congregation.
Survivors include her son,
Tom Blankenship, of Charleston, SC; grandchildren, Brandi Harris and husband, Clay, of Penrose, Shannon
Gueho, of Charleston, Billy
Blankenship, of Auburn, Ala .,
and great-grandchildren, Ian and Dalton Stepp and Brittany Corn, all of
Hendersonville, and Trey Harris, of Penrose.
Service will be held at Little River Baptist Church, Friday, Aug.
29, 2014, at 6 p.m.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Wake
+2015, Raleigh, Wake Co., NC, Obituary
Published in The News & Observer on Jan. 5,
2015
R. Marcel LaRiviere, September 24, 1924 - January 2, 2015
R. Marcel LaRiviere, 90, of Raleigh died Friday morning, January 2,
2015.
A funeral Mass will take place Wednesday, January 7th at 11am at
Our Lady of Lourdes Church, 2718 Overbrook Drive in Raleigh. Burial will follow
at the Oakwood Cemetery.
A native of Providence, Rhode Island, Marcel was a systems analyst
for Nortel Networks Corporation when he retired in 1994. He began his career at
the BIF Corporation in Providence where he worked for 23 years and also worked
for the City of Warwick, Rhode Island and for the Speidel Corporation in
Providence. Marcel was a lifetime member of the Knights of Columbus.
He is survived by his wife Mary Roberta (Zefaro) LaRiviere and
their four children, Paul R. LaRiviere of Barrington, Rhode Island, Mark L.
LaRiviere of Greenwich, Connecticut, Andrew R. LaRiviere and Jeanne Marie
(LaRiviere) Driver, both of Fuquay Varina, North Carolina and by their sixteen
grandchildren and one great-grandchild. He is also survived by his sister, M. Lorraine (LaRiviere) Blankenship of
Defuniak Springs, Florida.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
1930 Census, Providence, Providence Co.,
RI,
Lariviere, Earnest L. 46, M, Can, Head,
La Rivere, Albertine A. 43, F, Can, Wife,
La Rivere, Marcel R. 05, M, MA, Son,
La Rivere, Lorraine T. 01, M, RI, Son,
https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:XM8Q-MFR
Wayne
+2015, Fremont, Wayne
Co., NC, Obituary
The News & Advance, (Lynchburg, VA) - October 22, 2015
James Melbourne Blankenship, 70, of Fremont, NC, died Monday, October 19, 2015. He was born in
Bluefield, W.Va. on October 11, 1945, a son of the late Estel Melbourne Blankenship and Elsie Roberts Blankenship.
He is also preceded in death by a sister, Truby Ellis.
He is survived by a sister,
Mildred Jean Cline; and two brothers, Estel
Frellland Blankenship , and Enos A. Blankenship.
A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, October 23, 2015,
at Burch Messier Walnut St. Chapel, 1235 Walnut Street, with the Rev. Mike
Templeton officiating. Burial will follow in Greenwood Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Wilkes
2015, Hays, Wilkes Co., NC, Obituary
http://www.millerfuneralservice.com/fh/obituaries/obituary.cfm?o_id=3354541&fh_id=13542
Brother Hobert “Craig” Gambill, age 57, of Hays, went to be with
Jesus, Sunday, October 18, 2015. Craig loved our Lord with all his being. He
gave his heart to him, May 1, 1981. He was born July 5, 1958 in Wilkes County
to Hobert Daniel and Lucy Christine Church Gambill.
He was a member of Rose of Sharon Baptist Church and supervisor and
co-owner of Hobe’s Country Ham.
Mr. Gambill was preceded in death by his brother, Christopher
Daniel Gambill.
Surviving are his wife, Pat Gambill of the home; son, Jamie Gambill
of Hays; father, Hobert Gambill and wife Pat of North Wilkesboro; mother, Lucy
Church Gambill of North Wilkesboro; two sisters,
Tina Blankenship and husband
Paul of Mt. Pleasant, Carolyn Higgins and
husband William of Millers Creek four brothers, Randy Gambill and wife Annette
of Wilkesboro, Danny Gambill and wife Andora, David Gambill and wife Wendy,
Ricky Gambill and wife Denise all of North Wilkesboro; sister-in-law, Patsy
Gochenour of Rock Creek; several nieces and nephews.
Funeral service will be held 1:00 o’clock Tuesday, October 20, 2015
at Rose of Sharon Baptist Church with Rev. Travis Brown and Rev. Steven Shumate
officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Pallbearers will be Dalton Blankenship,
Gavin Blankenship, Steven Myers, Will Myers, Kerry Church, Tim Blankenship. Honorary pallbearer will be Anthony Myers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, North Wilkesboro, Wilkes Co., NC, Obituary
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Mrs. Bessie Mae Blankenship
Church, 92, of North Wilkesboro, widow of Joseph Roscoe Church, died
Saturday, January 31, 2015, at Wilkes Senior Village. Mrs. Church was born
February 11, 1922, in Wilkes County to J. Corbett and Cordia Elizabeth Church
Blankenship.
Funeral services will be held
11:00AM Tuesday, February 3, 2015, at Reins-Sturdivant Chapel with the Rev.
Arvil Perry and the Rev. Mike Stamper officiating. Burial will be in Mountlawn
Memorial Park.
She was a member of Harmony
Baptist Church.
In addition to her parents
she was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph Roscoe Church; two daughters,
Jewell Dean C. McCarter and Cecelian C. Miller; one sister, Nellie Mae B. Church; and one brother, Verlin Blankenship.
She is survived by: three
daughters, Geneva C. Greene and husband, Bob R. Greene, of North Wilkesboro,
JoAnn C. Spears of North Wilkesboro, and Sandra C. Cheek and husband, Mike, of
Hamptonville; one son, Charles J.R. Church and wife, Jenny, of Purlear; seven
grandchildren, Rodney Spears, Michel Greene, Monica Church Bolick, Jimmie
McCarter, Joey Church, Justin Deal, and Jason Deal; thirteen
great-grandchildren, Kinley Adams, Chase Spears, Raquel Spears, Rylea Church,
Maci Adams, Sydney Church, Bella Deal, Haidyn Deal, Madison Bolick, Bailey
Bolick, Madison Kirby, Naomi Greene, and Audrey Greene; one
great-great-grandchild, Brenley Spears.
+2015, North Wilkesboro, Wilkes Co., NC, Obituary
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Ronald “Ronnie” Glenn Blankenship, age 70, of North Wilkesboro, died Thursday, February 12, 2015 at
his home surrounded by his loved ones. He was born August 19, 1944 in Wilkes
County to Verlin and Holly Blankenship.
Ronnie was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend. He
loved life, cherished all the beauties of God’s creation, and found joy in the
simple things.
He was preceded in death by his parents; and a brother, Paul
Blankenship.
Surviving are his wife
of 46 years, Mary “Susie”
Bumgarner Blankenship of the
home; two sons, Christopher Blankenship and wife Jennifer of North Wilkesboro, Matthew Blankenship and wife Torri of Thomasville; three
grandchildren, Jeremy, Chloe and Luna; two brothers,
Bruce Blankenship and wife Wanda, Don Blankenship all of North Wilkesboro; three sisters, Linda Church
of Las Vegas, Joan Curtis of Millers Creek, Diane Doyle and husband Robert of Wilkesboro.
Funeral service will be held 2:00 o’clock Saturday, February 14,
2015 at Miller Funeral Chapel with Dr. Monroe Huffman officiating. Burial will
follow in Scenic Memorial Gardens.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, North Wilkesboro, Wilkes Co., NC, Obituary
https://www.meaningfulfunerals.net/fh/obituaries/obituary.cfm?o_id=3541283&fh_id=13542
Mr. Leonard Kyle Myers, age 61, of North Wilkesboro, died Thursday,
December 31, 2015 at Wilkes Regional Medical Center. He was born January 18,
1954 in Ashe County to Von Alonzo and Pauline Mae Carico Myers.
He was a member of Mt. Zion Baptist Church and retired from Ladd
Furniture.
Mr. Myers was preceded in death by his parents; number aunts and
uncles.
Surviving are his sister, Christine Jenkins and husband Art of
Wilkesboro; brothers, Willard Carico and wife Toni of Level Cross, Howard Myers
and wife Shirley of Millers Creek, Ralph Von Myers and wife Debbie of North
Wilkesboro, sister, Vonnette Blankenship and husband
Mark of North Wilkesboro; several nieces and
nephews.
Funeral service will be held 3:00 p.m. Sunday at Mt. Zion Baptist
Church with Pastor Kent Wood officiating. Burial will follow in the church
cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Yadkin
+2015, East Bend, Yadkin Co., NC, Obituary
http://www.gentryfuneralservice.com/?pagetype=obitlink&obit_id=1713241
Shelby Blankenship Hinsdale, 75, passed away Thursday, December 3, 2015 at Forsyth Medical
Center, [Winston-Salem, Forsyth Co., NC].
She was born January 23, 1940 to the late Richard Blankenship and Kathleen
Mounts Blankenship.
In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her
husband, Leroy Hinsdale; brothers, James Blankenship, Julius Blankenship,
Woodrow Blankenship, Louis Blankenship, Franklin Blankenship, Bobby Blankenship; sisters, Augusta Hicks, Mandy Thomas, Julia
Thistle.
Surviving are her sisters,
Brenda Haynes, Patricia
Hatfield, Priscilla Gooslin;
sister-in-law’s, Judy
Blankenship, Doris Blankenship, Reba Blankenship, and Ruby Blankenship.
Her funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Sunday, December 6,
2015 at East Bend Friends Meeting by the Rev. Brandon Fiedler and the Rev.
Bobby Choplin. Burial will follow at the
church cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Yancey
+2015, Pensacola, Yancey Co., NC, Obituary
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/143168664
Roy Blankenship, 79, of
Pensacola, went home to be with the Lord, Saturday, February 28, 2015 at
Brookside Rehabilitation and Care. A native of Yancey County, he was a son of
the late Ray and Osie Atkins Blankenship.
Roy was a member of Pensacola Free Will
Baptist Church. He was a carpenter, tobacco farmer, an avid hunter, enjoyed
digging ramps and ginseng and playing his mandolin.
Roy was the husband of Carolyn Judy Ogle
Blankenship, who died in 2008. He was also preceded in death by a son Raymond Douglas
Blankenship.
Surviving are his wife, Mary McCurry
Blankenship; a daughter: Connie Robertson and husband Jeff; a son;
Rev.
Keith Blankenship and wife Judy; a sister: Raylene Anglin and husband Ralph; brothers:
Jerome Blankenship and wife
Pauline, Gene Blankenship and wife Linda and David Blankenship and wife Eloise
all of Burnsville; grandchildren: Brian Blankenship and wife
Collette; Ashley Pittman and husband Kelly, and Amanda Howell and husband Niles
David; great grandchildren: Alexis Cooper, Carly and Halli Howell and Rylie, Ruben and Addison
Blankenship; a step daughter: Jennifer Wyatt of Arden and a step grandson: Chase
Wyatt.
Funeral services will be held at 2 P. M.
Monday in the Chapel of Holcombe Brothers Funeral Home. Rev. Keith Miller will
officiate. Burial will be in the Garrett Ray Cemetery at Pensacola.