2016-2019, NC Compiled by James W.
Blankenship jkblank1(at)sbcglobal.net
2018,
NC, Obituary
http://www.tributes.com/obituary/show/Raymond-Blankenship-105783941
Raymond Blankenship, December 21, 1937 - January 15, 2018,
North Carolina
No public service or visitation has been planned at this time
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Alamance
2019,
Burlington, Alamance Co., NC, Obituary
Times-News
(Burlington, NC) - April 18, 2019
Jerlene Coble Cranford, 87
[1932], of Burlington passed away Tuesday, April 16, 2019 at Alamance Regional
Medical Center. She was born in Alamance County to Tash and Vinnie Ferrell Coble
both deceased.
She was retired from the hosiery industry and was of the Methodist
Faith.
She was preceded in death by other than her parents, husband; Allen
Richard Cranford. Siblings; Helen Lovette, Louise Bennett,
Marvin Coble, and Mervin Coble.
Jerlene is survived by her daughters;
Tammy Dalrymple (Carlton) and Jenny Blankenship both
of Burlington. Grandchildren;
Jeremy Dalrymple, Megan and Sarah Blankenship.
Great-Grandchildren; Layne, Remi, Jayden, Greyson, and
Bryson. Sisters; Ruth Haney of Burlington and Patsy
Coggins of Snow Camp.
A graveside service will be held at 2:00 pm, Friday, April 19,
2019, in Alamance Memorial Park.
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Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2016, Haw River, Alamance Co.,
NC, Obituary
http://www.tributes.com/obituary/show/Randall-Keith-Blankenship-104032693
Randall Keith Blankenship, Sr. of Haw River, North Carolina
- July 19, 1960 - October 8, 2016
Cremation services entrusted to Triad Cremation Society Chapel.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2016, Mebane, Alamance
Co., NC, Obituary
Published in TheTimesNews.com
from Mar. 2 to Mar. 3, 2016
William Virgil "Bill" Thomas, 66, died Thursday, March 3,
at Kindred Hospital in Greensboro, [Guilford Co., NC].
He was a native of Peoria, IL, retired from Technical Precision
Plastics in Mebane, a member of Central Baptist Church and a U.S. Army veteran.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Virgil C. and Pearl Denton
Thomas; sister, Ann
Blankenship; and brother, Jerry Lee Thomas.
He is survived by his wife, Judy Payne Thomas, of the home;
daughters, Angela Thomas Shernock and husband Shane of Burlington, Caroline
Thomas Willets and husband David and Julie Dunnigan Felmet and husband David,
all of Mebane; sisters, Virgie Johnson and Grace Jeffries, both of Illinois;
six grandchildren; and four great- grandchildren.
A service to celebrate his life will be conducted at 3 p.m.
Saturday March 5, 2016, at McClure Funeral Home in Mebane by the Rev. Mike
Faust. Burial will follow in Oakwood Cemetery.
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Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2017, Mebane, Alamance Co.,
NC, Obituary
Published in TheTimesNews.com on Feb. 16, 2017
Sandra Kay Underwood, peacefully passed on
Tuesday, February 14, 2017 at UNC Hospital Hillsborough,
[Orange Co.,] NC.
Sandy was born in McAlpin, West Virginia, on June 15, 1946 to her late parents
Howard Underwood and Daisy Blankenship-Underwood.
Sandra faithfully believed in Jesus Christ and served him through
caring and loving acts of compassion as a volunteer and counselor for support
groups of chronic illnesses at UNC Hospitals where she was a friend to many.
Sandy was a fan and follower of NASCAR and the Cleveland Browns. She loved
dancing and country music. She was a lady with a special light that knew no
strangers and made friends of all.
She was married to her true Valentine and soul mate Garland Wayne
Grubb, who preceded her in death in 1989 and her beloved sister Vickie
(Underwood) Arci-Torres, Beckley, WV.
She was a loving and devoted mother to her surviving children;
Duane (and Cherry) Grubb, Bella (and Joseph) Alexander and Kathy (and Tracy)
Pickard; grandchildren; Justin (and Mary) Grubb, William Alexander, Corporal
Samantha Alexander USMC and 4 great grandchildren. She is also survived by her
oldest sister Janet (and Ben) Hawkins, Beckley, West Virginia.
The family will hold a private ceremony.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Swandale,
Clay Co., WV, Marriage: https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:XRC7-358
Daisy
Marie Blankenship, 18 - James Howard Underwood - 29Aug1938
+2019, Mebane, Alamance
Co., NC, Funeral
Published in TheTimesNews.com
on Feb. 27, 2019
Mrs. Nannie Blankenship, 91, of Mebane passed away
on Sunday February 24, 2019 at Hospice Home of Burlington, [Alamance
Co., NC].
There will be a Memorial Service at Tabernacle Baptist Church in
Mebane 523 Charles Street, Mebane NC 27302 on Wednesday, February 27, 2019 at
2:00 pm by Rev. Chip Sellew. Walker's Funeral Home and
Crematory of Mebane.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2019, Mebane, Alamance
Co., NC, Obituary
Mrs. Nannie Blankenship, 91, of Mebane
passed away on Sunday February 24, 2019 at Hospice Home of Burlington, [Alamance Co., NC]. She was a native of Halifax County
Virginia, and daughter of the late Dennis Beaddles and Fannie Crews Beaddles.
Nannie retired from Dixie Yarn and was a
member of Tabernacle Baptist Church in Mebane.
She was the wife of the late Elmer Blankenship. She was Also preceded in death by a son
Howard Wayne Blankenship; three Brothers Howard, Jack and Raymond Beaddles.
She is survived by a daughter Teresa Blankenship of the home; two sisters Jessie Hailey of Burlington and Sue Hamlett of
Virginia.
There will be a Memorial Service at
Tabernacle Baptist Church in Mebane 523 Charles Street, Mebane NC 27302 on
Wednesday, February 27, 2019 at 2:00 pm by Rev. Chip Sellew.
2019, Snow Camp, Alamance Co.,
NC, Obituary
News & Record
(Greensboro, NC) - March 22, 2019
Joseph "Joe-Joe" Wayne Johnson, 19, of Snow Camp passed
away on Sunday, March 17, 2019. He was born in Orange County on October 5,
1999, to Joseph "Joe" Lee Johnson and Rhonda Taylor Johnson.
Joe-Joe was a member of the F.F.A. at Southern High School where he
graduated in 2017. He was also a member of Center United Methodist Church.
In addition to his parents, survivors include three sisters:
Breyhauna Lee Johnson, Kelsie Johnson Agnew and her husband A.J. and Jordan
Alyssa Johnson; maternal grandmother,
Hazel Blankenship; paternal grandmother, Martha Clifton;
paternal grandfather, James Darrell Johnson; nephew, Colton Blake Agnew; and
his girlfriend, Daniela Villalpando.
A memorial service will be conducted at 3 pm, on Saturday, March
23, 2019, at Center United Methodist Church in Snow Camp. Rich and Thomson
Funeral Home in Graham.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Alexander
2017, Bethlehem, Alexander Co.,
NC, Obituary
Published in Williamson
Daily News from Apr. 13 to Apr. 14, 2017
Samuel "Sammy" Hinkle of Bethlehem, NC, formerly of
Newtown, WV, was born Oct. 22, 1944 in Newtown, WV. a
son of the late Arthur and Edith Mae kinder Hinkle, departed this life on April
11, 2017 at his home surrounded by his loving family at the age of 72.
In addtition to his parents, he is preceded in death by sisters
Wanda Dunbar, Margaret Hinkle, Augusta Joann Hinkle and a brother Arthur Hinkle
Jr.
He will be forever cherished in the heart of his beloved wife
Patricia "Pat" Simpkins Hinkle of Bethlehem, NC; also his children
which include sons Samuel Hinkle II and his wife Christina of Maiden, NC, Roger
Steven Hinkle and his wife Crystal of Hickory, NC, Michael Hinkle and his wife
Jennifer of Hickory, NC; sisters
Mary Alice Steele of Newtown, WV, Louise Blankenship of
Red Jacket, WV, and Brenda Faye Mudd of Wharncliff, WV; grandchildren Samuel
Hinkle III and his wife Macy Mae, Hailey Nicole Hinkle, Kara LaRowe Hinkle,
Grant Michael Hinkle, and Reece Addison Hinkle. Sammy is also survived by a
host of nieces and nephews he will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved
him.
Honoring services will be conducted on Saturday, April 15, 2017 in
the Chambers Funeral Services Chapel at noon. with
Bros. Randy and Chris Casey officiating. Burial will then follow in the Ellison
Hatfield Cemetery at Newtown, WV. Curtis Looney, Leroy Cantrell, Andy
Blankenship, Timmy Butcher, Andrew Kinder will serve as pallbearers, and Harold Jude, Tim Coleman, Paul Perry, and Larry
Simpkins will serve as honorary pallbearers.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2016, Taylorsville, Alexander Co.,
NC, Obituary
http://www.adamsfunerals.com/obits/obituary.php?id=589062
Ms. Heddy Marie Steidl Blankenship, 41, of Shook Lane,
Taylorsville, passed away unexpectedly Monday, January 25, 2016. She was born
October 22, 1974 in Atlanta, GA to Brenda Chapman Smith of GA and the late Jack
Dean Steidl.
Ms. Blankenship was a US Marines veteran and was very proud of being
a Marine. She had worked for the Department of Family Children Services and was
of the Christian faith. Heddy loved to raise a garden. She was a great cook and really enjoyed to
experiment with different herbs. She
loved to ride horses, the outdoors and camping.
Her cats were her pride and joy.
She was a great mother and was a one of a kind, loving, hilarious,
thoughtful woman with a unique take on life.
Those left to cherish her memory include: her mother, Brenda Chapman Smith and husband,
James Smith, of GA, a son, Shawn Luke Blankenship; two
sisters, Anna Ritch and husband, Jordan, of Clarkesville, GA, Esther Olivia
Smith of Buford, GA; a brother, Jeremiah Lewis Steidl of Moorehead City, NC.
A memorial service will be conducted 2 p.m., Saturday, February 6,
2016 at Adams Funeral Home Chapel.
Jeremiah Steidl will officiate. Burial will be 1 p.m., Friday, February
5, 2016 in the National Cemetery in Salisbury with full military honors
accorded by DAV Chapter 84 of Taylorsville and VFW 5466 of Taylorsville.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2016, Taylorsville, Alexander Co.,
NC, Funeral
Hickory Daily Record (NC)
- February 23, 2016
Betty Jean Blankenship, 76 [1940], of Taylorsville,
died Saturday, Feb. 20, 2016.
A memorial service will be conducted at 4 p.m., Wednesday, Feb. 24,
at Adams Funeral Home Chapel.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2019, Taylorsville, Alexander Co.,
NC, Obituary
Hickory Daily Record (NC)
- April 20, 2019
James Harold Pennell, 90, died at Abernathy Laurels of Newton, [Catawba Co., NC] Thursday, April 18, 2019,
after several years of declining health. Harold was born March 5, 1929, the
oldest child of the late James Perry Pennell and Tressie Vee Brown Pennell of
Taylorsville.
Harold married Helen Martha Wilson in 1950, and they resided in
Lenoir until 1970, when they moved their family back to their hometown of
Taylorsville. Harold worked as a loom fixer for Schneider Mills in Taylorsville
for 30 years, after which he worked for 15 years with his brother at Pennell
Fence Company of Hickory. Harold had many interests including music, gardening,
genealogy, and local history.
Harold is preceded in death by his wife of 66 years, Helen; and
daughter, Angela; a sister, Ethel Mae (Bob) Cranford of Taylorsville.
He is survived by three daughters, Myra Pennell of Lenoir, Jan
(David) Lackey of Statesville, Sarah Pennell of Taylorsville; two
grandchildren, Jesse (Faith) Lackey of Monroe, and Sloan Stevenson of
Charlotte; seven siblings, Fern
(Boyd) Matheson of Hiddenite, Shirley (Mason) Faires of Taylorsville, Phyllis
(Jerry) Blankenship of Taylorsville, Lorean (Jack) Little of Claremont, Barbara
(Jerry) Mitchell of Taylorsville, Jimmy (Barbara Ann) Pennell of Lenoir, and
Linda Pennell of Todd.
Funeral service will be at 3:30 am, Monday, April 22, at Alexander
Funeral Services in Taylorsville. The Revs. Jamie
Steele and Gary Jennings will officiate. Burial will follow at Taylorsville
City Cemetery, East Main Ave. (Hwy 90).
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Ashe
+2019, West Jefferson, Ashe Co., NC, Obituary
https://www.badgerfuneralhome.com/printnotice/Julie-Riddle/1o/0c/0q/0d
Julie Ellen Jones Riddle age 96 of West
Jefferson died on Friday [22Feb2019] at Ashe
Memorial Hospital. She was born on Sunday, June 11, 1922 in Ashe County to the
late Emmett and Nola Miller Jones.
In addition to her parents she was also preceded in death by her
husband, Arthur Lawrence Riddle, four brothers Joe, Howard, John and Carl
Jones, two sist, ers, Ethel Shoemaker and Hazel Jones. Julie was a loving and
devoted wife and mother.
Mrs. Riddle was a homemaker for many years. Julie was a cafeteria
cook at the Hanes Plant for many years. She enjoyed cooking, canning, gardening
and crafts. She loved her family very much and was always willing to feed
anyone who walked into her home. Best Mam Maw Julie ever!
Mrs. Riddle is survived by three daughters, Pheba Catherine Blankenship and husband, Scottie of Collensville, Virginia, Marie Bare of Hartley, Delaware and
Betty Jo Sullivan and husband, Dean of Lansing; one brother, Rob Jones of
Warrensville; five grandchildren; Pamela Carlise, Patricia Eller, Mary Sue
Lowman, Bobby Sullivan and Mark Sullivan. Eleven great grandchildren, including
Autumn Sullivan (her grandmother's loving caregiver), eleven great-great
grandchildren and several nieces and nephews also survive.
Funeral services will be held Tuesday February 26 at 2:00 in the
afternoon at Ashelawn Memorial Chapel by Rev. George Grubb. Burial will follow
in Ashelawn Memorial Gardens. 2/26/2019. Badger Funeral Home & Ashelawn
Memorial Chapel, Gardens, & Mausoleum.
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Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Lebanon,
Russell Co., VA, Marriage: https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:QVBY-2L9K
Scottie
Blankenship, 1940 - Catherine Riddle, 1940 - 14Jan1961
S/o Clarence Blankenship & Martha Finley – D/o
Lawrence Riddle & Julia Jones.
Johnson
Co., TN, Marriage: https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:V5H8-7SR
Clarence
G. Blankenship, 1901 - Martha J Finley, 1903 - 05May1922
Beaufort
+2018, Washington, Beaufort Co.,
NC, Obituary
Washington Daily News (NC)
- May 3, 2018
Mrs. Betty Gray Alligood Ross, 82, passed away Sunday, April 29,
2018. She was born in Beaufort County on Aug. 23, 1935, to the late Kathleen
Hodges and Lonnie Gray Alligood.
She graduated from Washington High School and on Nov. 12, 1950, she
married the love of her life and soulmate, the late DeVaughn Harder Ross. In
1951, she and her husband moved to Norfolk, Virginia, and owned and operated D.
H. Ross Tile Co. Along with her husband, who was a WWII veteran,
she was dedicated to various veterans' organizations. She was a charter member
of the Disabled American Veterans Auxiliary, Unit 48 of Beaufort County and
held various office positions and served as State Chaplain of NC. She was also
a life member of the American Legion Auxiliary, Unit 15. She established the
Veterans Park as a committee member and decorated and participated in many
events that honored the U.S. military.
During her childhood, she attended Asbury United Methodist Church
and up until the time of her passing, she was a faithful member of the 15th
Street Church of God. In her church, she was very active in the Ladies
Auxiliary and loved decorating the sanctuary for special occasions and
holidays. Betty was a member of the A-Z Doll Club and two Red Hat Societies.
When election day was here, she loved to assist at the
polls. Her favorite pastime and love was arranging and designing flowers and
working in her flower garden. She owned Betty's House of Flowers in Chocowinity
and later worked at Smith's Food Pride as head Floral Designer. Her testimony
to her family and friends was, "Live life to the fullest, love, laugh and
above all BEE happy!"
She is also predeceased by her sister,
Annie Sanders Blankenship.
Betty is survived by her daughters and husbands, Deborah Williamson
and Ralph, of Elizabeth City, Susan Hudson and Gary, of Hickory, and Patricia
"Patti" Mehaffey and Russell, of Raleigh; grandchildren, Chad
Williamson, Carol Rawls, Becky Greico, Krystal Jones, Kasey and Shannon
Mehaffey; great-grandchildren, Madyson, Mason and Deacon Rawls and Ross Jones;
and sisters, Stella Gaskins, of Vanceborom and Barbara Smith, of Washington.
Betty's funeral will be 2 p.m. Tuesday, May 8, 2018, in the 15th
Street Church of God, with Rev. Randy Wallace officiating. Burial will follow
in Oakdale Cemetery.
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Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Brunswick
+2019,
Bolivia,
Brunswick
Co., NC, Obituary
Robert (Bob) Worley Blankenship, 67 [1952], of Bolivia, NC,
passed away on Monday, March 18, 2019.
A celebration of life service will be held at 11 am, Saturday,
March 23, 2019, in the Peacock - Newnam & White Funeral Home Chapel.
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+2019,
Bolivia,
Brunswick
Co., NC, Obituary
Robert Worley “Bob” Blankenship, 67, passed away Monday, March 18, 2019. He was
born Nov. 2, 1951, in West Virginia to the late Roy and Cathleen Dixon Blankenship.
Bob was a motivated salesman in the
electrical industry. He had refereed recreational basketball for several years
in Roanoke, Virginia.
He was preceded in death by his sister,
Brenda Sue Blankenship; and brother, Kenneth Eulas Boyd.
Survivors include his daughter, Kristin Noel
Heathcock, and her future husband, David Childers of Ivanhoe; sister, Cathy
Wilkinson Drummond, and her husband, Jeff, of Winston-Salem; and several
nieces.
A celebration of life service will be
held at 11 am, Saturday, March 23, at Peacock-Newnam & White Funeral Home
Chapel.
2017, Ocean Isle
Beach,
Brunswick
Co., NC, Obituary
The Chronicle,
(Goshen, NY) - March 14, 2017
Mitchell P. Yanik, a retired police officer for City of Middletown,
NY, died following a short illness, surrounded by his loving family on
Saturday, Feb. 18, 2017, in Ocean Isle Beach, NC. He was 87 [1930]. Son of the late
Stanislaus Walter and Tanka Pretyka Yanik, he was born on Jan. 19, 1930, in
Middletown.
He attended Middletown Schools and later went on to serve his
community as an officer for City of Middletown Police Department 20 years.
Survivors include his wife,
Linda Joy Blankenship Yanik of Ocean Ise Beach, NC, and
his six children, Mitchell S. Yanik and his fiance, Tracy Golish of Newburgh,
NY, and his children, Mitchell C. Yanik of New Paltz, NY, Krystle E. Caci and
her husband, Vincenzo, and Michael A. Yanik, both of New Paltz, and grandchildren,
Mariano Yanik, and Sebastiano R Caci; Valerie Lacenera and her husband, Ron, of
Middletown and their children, Matthew Lacenera and his wife, Maria, also of
Middletown, Jennifer Lacenera and her fiance, James Albrechtsen, of North
Bergen, N.J., and Nicole Conforti and her husband, Stephen, of Goshen, NY, and
grandchildren, Gavin and Jake Conforti; Jeffrey Alford and his wife, Kathryn,
of Middletown and their children, Jeffrey Alford Jr. of Richmond, Va., Linda
Vohra and her husband, Vesh, Amanda Alford, and Gregory Alford and
grandchildren, Lilian and Nicholas Vohra; Debra Healey and her husband, Paul,
of Goshen, and their children, Blake Alexandra Healey of Santa Monica, CA,
Brian Healey and his wife, Inessa, of Montgomery, NY, and grandson, Lucas,
Gregory Alford and his wife, Theresa, of Ocean Isle Beach and their children,
Adam of Austin, TX, David of Greeley, CO, Corey and Kayleigh Vanbiber and her
husband, Joseph , all of Ocean Isle Beach, Kaycee Alford of San Diego, CA, and
granddaughter, Emily; and John Yanik and his wife, Amy, of Ocean Isle Beach and
their dog, Mojo.
A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated March 4 at St. Joseph's
Church in Middletown with burial following in the Yanik family plot in St.
Joseph's Cemetery.
From:
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Linda
J. Yanik – b.13Jan1941 -
Ocean Ise Beach, NC: https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:KP26-Y2D
Relatives - Debra L. Yanik, John Matthew Yanik,
Mitchell P. Yanik.
2017, Leland, Brunswick Co.,
NC, Obituary
Published in the Wilmington
Star-News on Jan. 21, 2017
Joyce Davis Blankenship Age 69, died Friday, January
6, 2017.
No services at this time. Arrangements by
Wilmington Funeral & Cremation-Leland.
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2017, Leland, Brunswick Co.,
NC, Obituary
http://www.wilmingtoncares.com/obituary/joyce-blankenship/
Joyce Davis Blankenship (March 13, 1947 - January 6, 2017) Age 69, passed away Friday January 6, 2017 at Brunswick Cove
Living Center, [Winnabow, Brunswick Co., NC].
No services are planned at this time.
Local arrangements are in the care of Wilmington Funeral & Cremation, 1535
S. 41st Street, Wilmington, NC 28403. 910.791.9099.
2018, Southport, Brunswick Co.,
NC, Obituary
Jackson Star News
(Ravenswood, WV) - February 23, 2018
Jason Allen Woodall, 40, of Southport, NC, passed away on February
13, 2018, at his home. He was born on February 26, 1977, in Charleston, WV, son
of Belinda Rader and her husband Roger Rader of Ravenswood, WV, and Danny
Edward Woodall and his wife Lisa Woodall of West Virginia
Jason had been employed at Hartley Oil in Ravenswood for three
years, and Par Mar in Ravenswood for a couple of years. He was full of love and
passion for friends and family. He was a self-taught guitarist, great singer,
and a beloved son, brother, and nephew.
He was preceded in death by his grandmother, Margaret Blankenship; uncle, Michael Goodwin; brother, Chris
"Woody" Woodall; and niece, Lexie Dawn Morrison.
Survivers are; half-brothers, Paul S. Woodall and Zack Woodall;
sister, Andrea K. Morrison and her husband Gary; numerous aunts and uncles;
several nieces and nephews, many cousins; and special aunts, Delisa Comer, Dreams Loweecy, Donna Molnar, and Donette
Blankenship.
A memorial service will be held at a later date.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2017, Supply, Brunswick Co.,
NC, Obituary
Star News
(Wilmington, NC) - October 22, 2017
James Kermit Galloway, Sr. age 78, of Supply, NC passed away
unexpectedly on Friday, the twentieth of October, 2017 in the Novant Health
Brunswick Medical Center, Bolivia, [Brunswick Co.,] NC.
He was born in Brunswick County, NC on the twenty-fourth of January 1939 to the
late James Lorenza and Margaret Oneida Hewett Galloway.
Kermit was a US Army veteran, member of the Shallotte Masonic
Lodge, AF&AM, # 727 and the Sudan Shrine. Kermit spent his adult life on
the water which he loved. He owned his own shrimp boat the "Miss Kim"
from 1967 until 1979 then began a distinguished twenty-five year career as a
tug boat captain for McKallister Towing, Furlough Tugboat Company and Gore
Marine Transportation.
He was preceded in death by his first wife Brenda Hewett Galloway,
a brother, John T. "Buster" Galloway and a sister, Margaret Allene G.
Huddleston.
Surviving are his loving wife Betty Sing Galloway; two sons, James
K. "Tubby" Galloway and wife Keillia, Brent Varnam and wife Rebecca;
a daughter, Kim G. Todd and husband George; a brother, Ed Galloway; a sister,
Anna G. Brady; grandchildren, Lindsey
Blankenship and husband Adam,
Stephen Todd, Ryan Todd, Peyton Galloway, Jayden Galloway, Joshua Galloway,
Ashleigh Robinson, Ashton Varnam and Hannah Varnam.
Funeral services will be two o'clock in the afternoon on Monday,
the twenty-third of October 2017, in the Gospel Center Baptist Church with The Reverend Foyd Bennett officiating. Interment will follow
in the Silent Grove Cemetery.
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Buncombe
2019,
Arden, Buncombe Co., NC, Obituary
The Times-News, (Hendersonville,
NC) - November 13, 2019
Dimple Cable Baker, 98, of Arden, passed away at her residence on
Sunday, November 10, 2019. A native of Pike County, KY, she was a daughter of
the late John and Bessie Laws Cable.
Dimple was a longtime and faithful member of Boiling Springs
Baptist Church She loved to crochet, can and put up food and will always be
remembered as a true "people person", which led her to become a
beloved Wal-Mart greeter for fifteen years. She cherished time spent with her
children and all of the grandchildren. She always had active voice in raising
all of the children in the family through many generations. Her family wishes
to thank the staff at CarePartners Hospice for their loving and compassionate
care of Dimple.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Leon Baker; one son, Ron
Baker; three sisters, Lear Baker,
Gertie Elkins and Elmyra "Dee" Blankenship [13Feb1925]; and two son-in-laws, Walter
Dockins and Larry Conard.
Dimple is survived by two daughters, Linda Dockins and Brenda
Conard; two sons, Larry Baker (Ruby) and Jim Baker; one daughter in law,
Barbara Baker; fourteen grandchildren; twenty three great-grandchildren; eight
great, great-grandchildren and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
A Funeral Service will be held at 1:00 pm, on Friday, November 15,
2019, in the Chapel of Groce Funeral Home at Lake Julian and burial will follow
at New Salem Cemetery.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2016, Asheville, Buncombe Co.,
NC, Obituary
Published in the Asheville
Citizen-Times on Jan. 12, 2016
Michael De Bruhl Blankenship, 67, died at his home in
Asheville January 8, 2016.
Mr. Blankenship was born May 13, 1948, in Asheville, to the late Olin
C. and Deane De Bruhl Blankenship.
His grandparents were Arthur M. and Janie
Wright De Bruhl. He attended St. Eugene's Catholic School, Hall Fletcher Junior
High, and Lee H. Edwards High School, where he graduated in 1966. At eighteen,
Mr. Blankenship enlisted in the United States Marine Corps and served with
distinction in Vietnam. After duty in Vietnam he served as a Marine Corps
recruiter, but like many young men of his generation he became disillusioned
with the war and was an outspoken advocate for the peace movement.
After duty in the Marines, Mr. Blankenship returned to Asheville
and resumed his studies. He received a bachelor's and a master's degree from
the University of North Carolina at Asheville and a nursing degree from Western
Carolina University. He also attended Purdue University in Lafayette, Indiana,
and General Theological Seminary in New York City. His psychological training
was put to use as a counselor at the Buncombe County Juvenile Detention Center,
and for many years he was a nurse at Mission Hospital.
A 32nd Degree Mason, Mr. Blankenship was a member of Mt. Hermon
Lodge, and he was a congregant of St. Lawrence Roman Catholic Basilica. As a
Yellow Dog Democrat, Michael De Bruhl Blankenship worked tirelessly on behalf
of the party on the issues of minority rights, women's rights, gay rights,
environmental issues, and income inequality.
His first marriage to Patricia Smith ended in divorce, His second
marriage, to Ann Brown, also ended in divorce, but the couple had two daughters. Sarah
Brown Blankenship Duffer, is
an educator at Asheville High School. The Rev. Katherine De Bruhl
Blankenship is an ordained Teaching Elder in the Presbyterian Church in
Raleigh, NC.
Both daughters survive him as does a brother, Olin Randolph Blankenship of Asheville, and a sister, Sandra Deane Wright, of
Bonaire, Georgia. In addition he is mourned by numerous cousins, uncles, and
aunts - along with countless friends who were the recipients of his generosity
and largeness of spirit.
A celebration will be held on his 68th birthday at Elk Mountain,
the family home in Woodfin.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2016, Asheville, Buncombe Co.,
NC, Obituary
Published in the Asheville
Citizen-Times on June 26, 2016
Roger Winthrop Autrey, 79 went to be with the Lord on Wednesday,
June 22, 2016 at his home. A native of Yancey County, he had resided in
Buncombe County since 1975.
He was a devout Christian, and member of Starnes Cove Baptist
Church. He served for 40 years as a Sunday School Teacher and held various
other positions within many Baptist churches. Roger W. Autrey, CW4 retired in
1975 from the US Army after serving two tours in Vietnam, he was highly
decorated having received four bronze stars and two purple hearts. Later he was
a General Manger with Buck Stove, and served as a Chaplain Assistant with the
VA for many years.
Mr. Autrey was the son of the late Ramon Autrey and Annie Mae
Shuford Autrey and was also preceded in death by his daughter, Deborah Ann
Cooke and brother, John Terrell Autrey.
Surviving are his wife, Sharon Louise Smith Autrey of the home;
children, Daniel Ray Autrey (Kathy Sue) of Hayes, VA and Denise Autrey Burton
(Rick) of Durham; step children, Evelyn Quinn (Stanley) of Fairview, Tom Hooper
(Sherri) of Mills River, Robin Ruit (Tom) of Swannanoa, Kim Fullbright (Tim) of
Asheville and Rick Conner (Heather) of Leicester; grandchildren, Sean Mitchell, Jill Renee Parker, Amanda Lauren
Skowron and Jessica Blankenship and 12 step grandchildren; sisters,
Shelia Wolfe, Madelyn Gibbs, Carolyn Hughes and Joan Chrisawn; many
great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held at 12:30 PM Monday, June 27, 2016 at
Starnes Cove Baptist Church with Rev. Charlie Sams officiating. Burial will be held
at 2 PM Monday, June 27, 2016 at Western Carolina State Veterans Cemetery with
full military honors.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2016, Asheville, Buncombe Co., NC, Obituary
Published in the Asheville
Citizen-Times on June 25, 2016
Joseph Gabriel Blankenship, 43
[1973], of
Asheville, passed away Wednesday, June 22, 2016 after a long illness.
He is survived by 3 children, a brother and sister, mother,
stepfather and father.
Memorial services will be held 6:00 PM Thursday, June 30, 2016 at
Pole Creek Baptist Church.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2016, Asheville,
Buncombe Co., NC, Obituary
Published in the Asheville
Citizen-Times on July 5, 20
Boyd Blankenship, 85, went home to be with his Lord
Monday, July 4, 2016, at the Memorial Campus of Mission Hospitals. Mr.
Blankenship was the son of the late Mack Conley and Kitty
Mae Wyatt Blankenship.
A native of Madison County, Mr. Blankenship had resided in Buncombe
County for the past 64 years. He was a graduate of Nashville Auto Diesel
College, and retired in 1996 from Carolina Truck and Body as a Certified Master
Mechanic. Mr. Blankenship served as a radio operator in the Signal Corps of the
US Army, having been stationed in Germany during the Korean War. He was a very
active member of Asheville First Church of the Nazarene, serving on the church
board, choir member, Sunday School superintendant,
greeter, men's ministry, personal evangelism, church prayer ministry, and
oversaw the maintenance of the church vehicles.
He was preceded in death by two brothers, Charles and Johnny Clyde Blankenship, and a sister, Edna Robinson Hughes.
Surviving are his wife
of 64 years, Irene Grindstaff Blankenship, whom he married December
26, 1951; children: Rev.
Michael Boyd Blankenship (Susan) of Summerville, SC, Corwyn Timothy Blankenship
(Cynthia) of Asheville, Rev. Brian Eugene Blankenship (Sherri) of Lilbourn, MO,
and Karen Nanette Peek (Tim) of Mars Hill; grandchildren:
Jared Blankenship (Holly), Jenna Boren (Luke), Brandon
Blankenship (Sara), Kylie Blankenship, Kara Haydel (George), and Kelsi
Blankenship; great-grandchildren: Karis
and Ian Blankenship, C.C. and Penelope Boren, and Greyson Blankenship; sisters: Edith
Franklin of Weaverville, Alma Toms of Asheville, Shelby Jean
Lloyd (Dallas) of Erwin, TN, and Mildred
Winders (William) of Flag Pond, TN; brother,
David Blankenship (Dee) of Flag Pond, TN; and numerous
nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM Wednesday at the Asheville
First Church of the Nazarene, with the Rev. Andrew Crimmins, Rev.
Michael Blankenship and Rev. Brian Blankenship officiating. Burial with military honors will follow in Pisgah View
Memorial Park.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2016, Asheville, Buncombe Co.,
NC, Obituary
Published in the Asheville
Citizen-Times on Aug. 10, 2016
Dorothy "Dot-Dot" Blankenship Orr, 92,
of Asheville, NC, went to be with the Lord on August 4, 2016. Dot-Dot was born
on May 10, 1924 to the late Dorser and Cary Blankenship of
Asheville.
Dot-Dot was a member of Swannanoa Church of God, and an active
member of Red Hat Society-Fairview Follies. She leaves behind a legacy of love,
kindness and laughter.
She was also proceeded in death by her
husband, Roy T. Orr.
She is survived by her brother,
C. B. Blankenship of Albuquerque, NM; six nephews, 3
nieces, 9 great nephews, 12 great nieces, 10 great-great nieces, 7 great-great
nephews, and 2 great-great-great nieces and 1 great-great-great nephew. Dot-Dot
was loved by all of her family and numerous friends.
Cremation Society of Charlotte, Inc. is assisting Dot's family. The
family will hold a private service at a later date.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2016, Asheville, Buncombe Co.,
NC, Obituary
Published in the Asheville
Citizen-Times on Sept. 14, 2016
Leota Blankenship Stroud passed away Friday,
September 9, 2016 at the WNC Baptist Retirement Home, one month shy of her
102nd birthday. Born October 9, 1914 in Graham County, she was the daughter of
the late James Barnet and Arvie Priscilla Garland Blankenship.
Mrs. Stroud had retired from American Enka following 30 years of
service, and was a member of West Asheville Baptist Church.
Mrs. Stroud was also preceded in death by her husband, Carlyle
Stroud, and son, James Lyle Stroud.
Surviving are her daughter-in-law, Brenda Stroud of Asheville;
grandson, Mark Wayland Stroud (Carly) and great-grandson, Endler James Stroud,
all of Durango, CO; and several nieces and nephews, including her niece Clair
Cotts (John) of Erwin, TN.
Graveside services will be held at 2:00 PM Saturday, September 17
in Pisgah View Memorial Park, with Pastor John Cotts officiating.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2016, Asheville, Buncombe Co.,
NC, Obituary
Published in the Asheville
Citizen-Times on Oct. 16, 2016
Martha Elizabeth Blankenship Cook, 86, of Asheville passed
away at her home, Friday, October 14, 2016. Mrs. Cook was born March 29, 1930
to the late John Luther and Ruby Mae Blankenship.
Martha was known to many as "Sissy." Mrs. Cook was a
lifelong resident of Buncombe County and grew up on the Biltmore Estate where
her father worked. She loved living in the mountains of WNC. She was a loving
wife, honest mother and will always be remembered as "Memaw" by the
grandkids she loved so much. She was a homemaker and spent many summers
traveling with her husband. After Charles retired she enjoyed reading, sewing
and loved to ride along the Blue Ridge Parkway. Martha enjoyed gardening, music
and most of all the love and time she shared with her family. She will be
deeply missed by all!
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her
husband of 54 years, Charles Porter Cook; a son, Ronnie Cook; and three brothers, Frank, Bud and Bruce.
Martha is survived by her children, Tommy Cook (Cathy) and Kevin
Hamlin (Bill); her grandchildren, Kimberly Hipps (Mike), April Sandefor (Mike)
and Stacey Cook; and by her great grandchildren, Branson and his brother Austin
Hipps, Josh and his sister, Morgan
Hawkins. She has several nieces and nephews, cousins and many loving Cook family
members.
A funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Monday in the chapel of
Groce Funeral Home at Lake Julian. Chaplain Brian K. Williams will officiate.
Interment will follow in Forest Lawn Memorial Park in Enka.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2017, Ashville, Buncombe Co.,
NC, Obituary
Published in the Asheville
Citizen-Times on Feb. 4, 2017
Barbara Sue Wheeler, 73, of Ashville, NC, formerly of
Princeton, WV, passed away Sunday, January 29, 2017, at Missions Hospital in
Ashville. She was born May 21, 1943 in Iaeger, WV. She was the daughter of the
late Hassel Richmond Blankenship of Harlan, KY, and Mildred
Jean Parsons Blankenship.
She was a graduate of Marshall University with a Bachelor's degree
in Special Education. In the 1970's, Sue was an award winning special needs
teacher in Ohio and went on to create and implement ground breaking curriculum
in her field. Prior to taking over the family coal business in the 1980's, Sue
earned her Master's degree in Business from Ohio State University. She was a
highly accomplished business woman, owning and operating numerous coal, natural
gas, and timber holding companies. Sue had been a resident of Ashville since
2012 where she enjoyed the company of her daughter and engaged in an active
social life. Sue was committed to numerous charitable works in both Princeton
and Ashville. She was a member of Fairview Christian Community Church in
Princeton, but always identified as an evangelical Quaker, harkening back to
her religious foundation in southern Ohio. Sue is now reunited with her loving
husband, Sid. She was a fantastic mother and friend and will forever be missed.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband
Sidney L. "Sid" Wheeler.
She is survived by her daughter, Suzanna Lea Wheeler of Ashville;
brother-in-law, Eric Wheeler and his wife Christine of St. Clairsville, OH;
nephew, Eric Lane Wheeler of Columbus, OH; and special friend, Sue Heartwell of
Princeton.
Private services were held Thursday, February 02, 2017, at Seaver
Funeral Home in Princeton. Burial followed at Roselawn Memorial Gardens.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2017, Asheville, Buncombe Co.,
NC, Obituary
Published in the Asheville
Citizen-Times on Apr. 13, 2017
Gerald M. Clark passed away on Tuesday, April 11, 2017. Mr. Clark
was born July 23, 1925 in Madison County to the late Hanible and Alma Clark of
the East Fork-Bee Tree area.
Mr. Clark was a WWII veteran of the US Navy, training with the
Scouts and Raider Team Roger 2 and serving in the Amphibious Forces. He was a
Christian Lay Pastor, serving in various ministries, including the Yancey
County area. He retired from the Insurance industry and continued doing tax
accounting work until his death. He was a much-loved dad, granddad and great
granddad.
Mr. Clark was also preceded in death by his loving wife of 66
years, Geneva Rice Clark and grandson, Michael.
Mr. Clark is survived by his sons, Alan, Charles (Susan), Larry
(Judi), Philip (Brenda), Greg (Leslie); grandchildren, Anne-Marie (Rusty),
Jeremy (Alisha), Suzanne (Chris), Savannah, Paul, Scott, Vijay and Ravi;
great-grandchildren, Evan, Daria, Annabel, Colt, Nathan, Landon, and Maggie;
nieces and nephews, Barbara and Colleen Sneed, Gary Rice and Debbie Brown; daughter-in-law, Anne
Blankenship and Jamie Clark.
Funeral services will be held at 10:30 AM Friday, April 14, 2017 in
the chapel of Anders-Rice Funeral Home with Rev. Tommy Bridges and Pastor
Patrick Williams officiating. Burial will follow in Peek-Dill Cemetery in the
East Fork Community of Madison County.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2017, Asheville,
Buncombe Co., NC, Obituary
Published in the Asheville
Citizen-Times on Apr. 28, 2017
Eugene C. Blankenship, Sr., 93, of Asheville, passed
away Tuesday, April 25, 2017, at his residence. He was born March 10, 1924 in
Weaverville to the late Clyde and Margaret Blankenship.
Gene founded Blankenship Electric Company and spent 24 years as owner
until his retirement. He served three years in the US Army, WWII, campaigning
in Normandy, Northern France, Rhineland, and Central Europe as a surgical
technician and was honorably discharged. Gene was a member of Swannanoa First
Baptist Church.
Gene is preceded in death by one sister and two brothers.
He is survived by his loving wife,
Ann Blankenship; daughter,
Kimberly Blankenship; son,
Gene Blankenship, Jr. (Suzanne); granddaughter, Devin;
grandson, Clay; great grandson, Brent, and several nephews and nieces.
A memorial service will be held at 10:00 a.m. Monday, May 1st in
the chapel of the Western Carolina State Veterans Cemetery with the Dr. Jeff
Dowdy officiating.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2017, Asheville,
Buncombe Co., NC, Obituary
Martin County Enterprise and Weekly Herald (NC) - July 28,
2017
Alice Doan Jones MacSorley, 89, peacefully entered into her
heavenly home on Saturday, July 22, 2017, after a period of declining health.
An Asheville native, Alice was born the only child of the late Charles M. and
Dona Brown Doan on September 9, 1927.
She was a 1945 graduate of Sand Hill School. She also lived in
Williamston for a period of time.
She was also preceded in death by her first husband and father of
her children, Chief Master Sergeant William Hobart Jones; and by her second
husband, Bhain MacSorley.
Left to remember the good times are her daughters, Dyrenda Jones Blankenship (Bill), of
Asheville, and Renee Jones Graham (Adrian), of Flagstaff, AZ; son, Bill Jones
(Sandy) of Williamston, NC. Additionally, her four grandchildren, Michelle Rhodes (Vic), Heath
Blankenship (Paige), both of Candler, David Clark, of Minnesota, and Amanda
Jones, of Raleigh; six great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandson will
also hold her memory in their hearts.
A Celebration of Life will be held at Starnes Cove Baptist Church,
of which she was a member, on Saturday, July 29, 2017, at 10:00 a.m. Rev. Charlie
Sams will officiate the service.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
William
Arthur Blankenship – b.17Jul1949 – Asheville, NC: https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:KB9V-HP1
Relatives - Dyrenda Jones Blankenship, William H.
Blankenship, Wm Blankenship.
2017, Asheville, Buncombe Co.,
NC, Obituary
Published in the Asheville
Citizen-Times on Dec. 31, 2017
Judy Gordon Blankenship, 83 of Asheville, NC passed
away peacefully on December, 23, 2017. She was surrounded by loved ones and in
the care of Hospice of Charleston, [Charleston Co.,] SC.
She was born on August 21, 1934 in Asheville where she spent most of her life.
In recent years she spent time between her homes in Greenville, TN
and Southport, NC. "Mama Judy" as many called her, is remembered as a
devoted and loving daughter, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, sister
and friend. She was a loyal employee at Kearfott Guidance & Navigation in
Swannanoa, NC for 44 years. She was a fun-loving lady who made everybody laugh,
loved to dance and entertain others and she especially loved animals.
Judy is preceded in death by her parents Herbert & Lillian
Gordon and several aunts and uncles.
Judy is survived by her daughter Teresa Porter and husband Philip
of Charleston, SC; Grandsons Chad Davis and wife Stephanie of Summerville, SC,
and Jason Jones of Los Angeles, CA; Great-Grandchildren Nicholas and Lillie
Davis of Summerville, SC; Brother Charles Gordon (Celia) of Candler, NC, and
numerous nephews and nieces.
At her request, there will be no services held.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Asheville, Buncombe Co.,
NC, Death
Published in the Asheville
Citizen-Times on Oct. 29, 2018
John G. Blankenship, 91, 27Oct2018, Asheville
Groce Funeral Home on Patton Avenue.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Asheville, Buncombe Co.,
NC, Obituary
https://www.grocefuneralhome.com/obituary?id=1820173
John Gilliard Blankenship, 91, passed away Saturday, October 27, 2018, at his
home. Born May 14, 1927, in Rock Hill, SC, he was a son of the late Bernard C. and Margaret Percival Blankenship.
His family moved to Swannanoa in 1931,
where John later graduated from Swannanoa High School. He was a Navy veteran of
WW II, serving on the destroyer USS Taussig in the China Theater during the
China Civil War.
After the war, John worked on the lakes
in the Merchant Marines for eight years. John then returned to NC where he
worked for Parkland Chevrolet and later managed the body shop for Apple Tree
Chevrolet before retiring.
John was also preceded in death by a sister,
Mary Ann Matheny and brothers, Charles
Blankenship, William
Earl Blankenship, Bernard
C. Blankenship, and James
M. Blankenship.
John is survived by his wife of 50
years, Pauline R. Blankenship; daughter Dr. Margaret Elizabeth “Beth”
Smith (Corey); grandson, Caleb Smith, granddaughter Kaycee Smith; sister,
Nancy
Wells (Bruce); and nieces Susan Woolwine and Pam Roman.
Funeral service will be at 1:30 p.m.
Sunday, November 4, in the parlor of Groce Funeral Home on Patton Avenue,
Pastor Allen Rash of Trinity Baptist Church will officiate. A private burial
will be at 11:00 a.m. Monday at Forest Lawn Memorial Park.
+2018, Asheville, Buncombe Co.,
NC, Obituary
Published in the Asheville
Citizen-Times on Nov. 1, 2018
John Gilliard Blankenship, 91, passed away Saturday,
October 27, 2018, at his home. Born May 14, 1927, in Rock
Hill, SC.
His family moved to Swannanoa in 1931, where John later graduated
from Swannanoa High School. He was a Navy veteran of WW II, serving on the
destroyer USS Taussig in the China Theater during the China Civil War. After
the war, John worked on the lakes in the Merchant Marines for eight years. He
then returned to NC where he worked for Parkland Chevrolet and later managed
the body shop for Apple Tree Chevrolet before retiring.
John was preceded in death by a sister, Mary Ann Matheny and brothers, Charles
Blankenship, Bernard C. Blankenship, W. Earl Blankenship, and James M. Blankenship.
John is survived by his wife
of 50 years, Pauline R. Blankenship; daughter Dr. Margaret Elizabeth "Beth" Smith
(Corey); grandson, Caleb Smith, granddaughter Kaycee Smith; sister, Nancy
Wells (Bruce); nieces Susan Woolwine, Pam Roman and Ann Howard nephews, Charlie Wells and Kevin
Blankenship, and several great-nieces & nephews.
A funeral service will be at 1:30 pm, in the parlor of Groce
Funeral Home on Patton Avenue. Pastor Allen Rash of Trinity Baptist Church will
officiate. Pastor Doug Guy, also of Trinity Baptist Church, will bring message
in song. Burial will be at 11:00 a.m. Monday at Forest Lawn Memorial Park.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2019, Asheville,
Buncombe Co., NC, Obituary
https://www.mtnviewcremation.com/obituary/elizabeth-betty-pauline-blankenship/
Elizabeth Pauline “Betty” Blankenship, age 82, passed away
on Wednesday, March 13, 2019. She was born in Monroe, WI, of immigrant parents,
the late Paul and Gertrude Marty Weibel, who
owned and operated the Pine Bluff Inn. Betty moved to Madison.
She raised a family with Phil Blankenship
until 1982. She moved to Atlanta, GA, with her two daughters where she remained
until she married Bill Miller in 1990. She spent the last seven years in
Asheville, NC, to be near her two grandchildren.
Survivors include her two daughters,
Lynn Blankenship and wife Amy Sweeney of St. Paul, MN,
and Laura Rick Telford and husband Rick of Asheville; two grandchildren,
Jack and Evalyn Telford of Asheville; five sisters, Diane Huntington of
Darlington, Nellie Gurrath of Wauwatosa, Bernice Smaida of Whitefish Bay, Joyce
Weibel of Atlanta, GA, and Rita Harmeyer of Dallas, GA.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2019, Asheville, Buncombe Co.,
NC, Obituary
Published in the Asheville Citizen-Times on May 31, 2019
Kenneth Ray Blankenship, 58, 29May2019, Asheville
Anders-Rice Funeral Home.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2019, Asheville, Buncombe Co.,
NC, Obituary
https://www.andersrice.com/obituaries/Kenneth-Ray-Blankenship?obId=4435930#/obituaryInfo
Kenneth Ray Blankenship, 58, passed away on Wednesday, May 29, 2019 at his
residence, Asheville. A native and lifelong resident of Buncombe County he was
a son of the late Frank Cicero Blankenship, Sr. and Marie Johnson
Blankenship.
Kenneth was a graduate of the Clyde A.
Erwin High School Class of 1978, and retired in 2018 from Sysco Trucking
following 36 years of service.
Surviving are his wife of 35
years, Debbie Blankenship of the home; son, Matthew Blankenship of the home; brother, Jr.
Blankenship and wife Sherrie of Asheville;
sisters-in-law: Diane Foster and Marcia Plemmons both of Candler; and many
nieces and nephews.
A Celebration of Life Service will be
held at 3 pm, Saturday, June 1, 2019, at Macedonia Baptist Church, 1468 Jenkins
Valley Rd, Alexander, NC 28701. Anders-Rice
Funeral Home.
2016, Black Mountain, Buncombe Co.,
NC, Obituary
Published in the Asheville
Citizen-Times on Feb. 28, 2016
Charles B. Stafford, 81, of Black Mountain passed away Friday,
February 26, 2016. Charlie was born June 13, 1934 in Buncombe County to the
late Glenn and Mary Lou Stafford.
He was a life member of the Black Mountain Masonic Lodge #663 for
over 30 years where he served as past Master and Treasurer. He was also a
member of the Asheville Shrine Club. Charlie retired from the NC State Federal
Property Agency. He was an avid musician, playing bass guitar for many bands.
Charlie enjoyed fishing with friends at Lake James.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by a son, Phillip
Reed; sisters, Brenda Barker and Betty Mae Stafford and brother, Carl Stafford.
Charlie is survived by his wife of 55 years, Jean Rogers Stafford;
daughter, Debra Kelly (Paul) of Black Mountain; brother, Andy Stafford of
Columbia, SC; grandson, Bryan Angel; great
grandson, Dylan Blankenship and many nieces and nephews.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held Monday, February 29,
2016 at 2:00 in the chapel of Harwood Home for Funerals with John Burchfield
officiating with full masonic honors. Burial will be in Mountain View Memorial
Park.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2017, Black Mountain, Buncombe Co.,
NC, Obituary
Published in the Asheville
Citizen-Times on June 7, 2017
Linda Blankenship Green, 69, of Black Mountain, went
to be with the Lord Tuesday, June 6, 2017. Mrs. Green was born April 20, 1948
in Buncombe County to Jessie Blankenship and the late Julian
Blankenship.
Linda was a member of Ridgecrest Baptist Church where she formerly
taught Sunday School and attended Trinity Baptist
Church.
In addition to her mother, she is survived by her husband, Robert
Green; sons, Sean Green and Lee Green; and grandchildren, Julian Green and
Colton Green.
The family will receive friends Wednesday, June 7, 2017 from 6:00
to 8:00pm at Harwood Home for Funerals. Burial will be in Mountain View
Memorial Park.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Black Mountain, Buncombe Co.,
NC, Obituary
Published in the Asheville
Citizen-Times on Mar. 7, 2018
Trilby H. Blankenship, 90, of Black Mountain
passed away Monday, March 5, 2018. She was born March 17, 1927 in Buncombe
County to the late Gayles Hudgins and Dollie Padgett.
Mrs. Blankenship retired from Kearfott with over 30 years of
service and was a member of Kerlee Heights Missionary Baptist Church.
In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Murphy Blankenship and son, Jack Blankenship.
Trilby is survived by her daughter,
Debbie Wilson (Vernon) of Sevierville, TN; sisters, Camilla Burnett and
Mary Sneed both of Black Mountain; brothers, Albert Padgett of Spartanburg, SC
and Robert Padgett of Black Mountain; and two grandchildren, Chad Wilson and David Blankenship.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held Thursday, March 8, 2018
at 12:30pm in the chapel of Harwood Home for Funerals with Rev. Kenneth
Rhinehart and Rev. Charles Duyck officiating. Burial will follow in the Western
Carolina State Veterans Cemetery.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2017, Candler, Buncombe Co.,
NC, Obituary
Published in the Asheville
Citizen-Times on Feb. 2, 2017
Judy Nelon Hyer, 77, of Candler, NC, went home to be with the Lord,
Sunday, January 29th, 2017. Judy was born November 8, 1939 in Asheville, NC to
Howard and Marietta Nelon.
She attended Pinnacle Church and was a devoted member of the prayer
team.
Surviving are her children:
Cynthia Blankenship, Wayne Hyer, Tammy Heath, and Dr. Glenda
Hyer; and her four grandchildren: Jamie
Blakenship, Jessica Blankenship, Abigail Heath, and Samantha Crompton.
A memorial service will be held at Pinnacle Church at 2:00pm
Saturday, Feb. 4, with a receiving of friends at 1:00 pm.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2017, Candler, Buncombe Co.,
NC, Obituary
http://www.tributes.com/obituary/show/Thomas-Neal-Fish-104465091
Thomas Neal Fish, September 20, 1929 - February 12, 2017, Candler,
North Carolina
In 1951, he was drafted into the army, during the Korean War,
training with the 31st Infantry Division, serving with the 4th Division in
Germany. He was married to Reva
Blankenship Fish.
The funeral service will be held at 2:30 p.m. on Wednesday,
February 15, 2017 at Pole Creek Baptist Church. The Reverends Dennis Thurman
and Nathaniel White will be officiating. Burial will follow the service at Pole
Creek Church Cemetery.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Reva
Blankenship Fish – b.10Jul1938 - Candler, NC: https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:QJ23-NC2M
Relatives - Thomas Null Fish.
2017, Candler, Buncombe Co.,
NC, Obituary
Published in the Asheville
Citizen-Times on Mar. 9, 2017
William E. Buckner, 85, of Candler passed away on March 3rd
following a long illness. The son of the late Conley R and Fannie L. Buckner,
he was a lifelong resident of Buncombe County.
Mr. Buckner was predeceased by his wife Hilda Buckner in 2008.
He is survived by his three daughters,
Diane Foster, Debra Blankenship and Marcia Plemmons, six grandchildren,
three great-grandchildren, two
great-great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. He is also survived
by a sister, June Binka of San Antonio, TX and Dr. James Buckner (sister in law
Mary Buckner) of Atlanta, GA.
Mr. Buckner was cremated. A memorial service will be held at the
Red Oak Cemetery, Red Oak School Rd, Jupiter at 11:00
AM on March 11 with Reverend Jimmy Dean Hensley officiating.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2016, Leicester,
Buncombe Co., NC, Obituary
Published in the Asheville
Citizen-Times on Feb. 24, 2016
Alma Price Worley, 88 [1926],
of Leicester, died on Saturday, February 20, 2016, at the Care Partners Solace
Center, [Asheville, Buncombe Co., NC]. A
native of Madison Co., She was a daughter of the late Willard and Cora Walker
Price.
Mrs. Worley was also preceded in death by her husband of 56 years,
Ray Italy Worley.
Together they raised three children and together they grieved the
loss of one son, Gregg Worley, and one grandson, Brad Lee Worley. Mrs. Worley
was also preceded in death by sisters
Sylvia Moore, Bonnie Blankenship, and Juanita Rhymer, and brothers Jack, Paul, Gene, and Billie Price.
Mrs. Worley was a former member of Leicester United Methodist
Church. She worked for American Enka and Westinghouse.
Mrs. Worley is survived by her son, Gary Worley; daughter, Gracie
Silver and husband Ronnie, of Asheville; grandchildren, Mitzi Cooper and
husband Doug, of Leicester, Gregory Worley and wife Lynne, of Leicester, Heidi
Harper and husband Dee, of Asheville, Heather Brookshire and husband Chris, of
Asheville, and Heath Silver and wife Julie, of Leicester; great-grandchildren,
Tanner, Devon, Taylor, Avery, Riley, Hayes, Bradley, Shelby Lynne, Dalton, and
Cody; sister Nancy
Blankenship; and brother Walker Price.
The funeral service for Mrs. Worley will be at 11:00 a.m. on
Thursday at Groce Funeral Home on Patton Ave. Interment will follow at Paynes
Chapel United Methodist Church Cemetery.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2016, Leicester, Buncombe Co.,
NC, Obituary
Published in the Asheville
Citizen-Times on Oct. 18, 2016
Dianne Cotter Blankenship, 65, of Leicester died
peacefully on Sunday morning, October 16, after a courageous battle with
ovarian cancer. She was born in 1951 in Brockport, NY, to Rita Marshall Cotter,
now of Kilmarnock, VA, and the late Adrian Edwards Cotter.
Dianne moved to Asheville with her family in 1958. She attended TC
Roberson High School, NC State University and Purdue University. Dianne
graduated from the Central Carolina Technical Institute in 1972 with an
associate degree in Veterinary Technology. She was an integral part of
Asheville Veterinary Associates from 1972 to 2015. Her associates commented on
her strong work ethic, kind soul, passion for animals and veterinary medicine,
and her great intelligence - tremendous attributes in her field. She took a
break from AVA from 2004-2010 to be the Chairperson of the Veterinary
Technician program at Asheville-Buncombe Technical College.
Dianne's passion was for horses. She raised, trained and showed
them, and taught horseback riding. She loved traveling with them and trail
riding. With Charles, she discovered the beauty of the Colorado mountains and loved taking the horses there.
Dianne is survived by her husband,
Charles, of Leicester. In addition to her husband and mother, she is
survived by her brother, Douglas and his wife Anne of Kilmarnock; by her
brother, Derek "Rick" and his wife Beverly, of Raleigh; by Charles' brothers, Garrett and
his wife Norma Jean, of Marshall, and Carl, of
Burnsville; his sisters, Kathleen
Whitehead, Bernice McMahan and her husband Jim, and Maxine
Scott and her husband Frank, all of Burnsville; and by many nieces and nephews
and their children.
A celebration of life will be held at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday,
October 20, at Groce Funeral Home, 1401 Patton Ave., Asheville.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Charles
Z. Blankenship – b.26Oct1941 – Leicester,
NC: https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:KB99-P39
Relatives - Eloise C. Blankenship, Frank Cicero
Blankenship Jr, Michelle Sealey Blankenship, Sherrie Lynn Blankenship.
Garrett
Govan Blankenship – b.15Oct1943 - Marshall, NC: https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:KB9Q-9D6
Relatives - Govan Blankenship, Norma Jean
Blankenship.
2016, Swannanoa, Buncombe Co.,
NC, Obituary
Published in the Asheville
Citizen-Times on Aug. 2, 2016
Edna L. Blankenship, 83, of Swannanoa, passed away
peacefully on July 31, 2016 at Asheville
Healthcare, [Buncombe
Co., NC]. A lifetime resident of
Buncombe County, Ms. Blankenship was born April 1, 1933 to the late Edgar
Glandown and Margaret McAbee Glandown.
Ms. Blankenship loved to play Bingo and collect stuffed animals.
She was also a talented craftswoman and enjoyed making beaded jewelry.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her
daughters, Patricia "Trisha" Morse and Linda Miller.
Ms. Blankenship is survived by her children, Ed Harris of Black
Mountain, Tommy Harris (Vicki) of Candler, and Joyce Austin (Ross) of
Swannanoa; son-in-law, Lou Morris of Fletcher; fifteen grandchildren and twenty
one great grandchildren.
No services are to be held at this time.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2016, Swannanoa, Buncombe Co.,
NC, Obituary
Published in the Asheville
Citizen-Times on Jan. 4, 2017
Israel Melissa Wilson, daughter of Macey Jane Ann Horn and Kendall
Travis Wilson, was born October 30, 2010 went to be with the Lord December 31,
2016. She lived with her mother Macey in Swannanoa, NC and spent some weekends
with her father Travis in Charlotte, NC.
She was enrolled in Kindergarten at Estes Elementary school in
their PEP program. Although Israel was diagnosed with Autism she never suffered
a day. She was a light and joy to all who knew her. Israel loved to play in
water and had a unique way of expressing her joy. The world was Israel's classroom;
always growing and learning everything she could. Her favorite things revolved
around anything in nature: water, leaves, dirt and mud! When she was with her
dad, Travis, she loved her bouncy house in his living room.
Israel was welcomed home by her maternal great grandmother, Elaine
Williams and her paternal great
grandfather, Fred Blankenship.
Israel leaves behind her army of family and friends including her
maternal great grandparents: Rodger and Debbi McKinley (Indiana), John and Judy
Edwards (Swannanoa), Tass Horn (Indiana); maternal grandparents: Melissa and
Bryan Edwards (Old Fort), Logan and Denise Horn (Indiana); maternal aunts:
Cassie (Garrett) Speck (Boston), Amanda (Tom) Vellekoop (Asheville), Chantel
Shannon (Asheville) and Laura Kemp (Leicester); maternal uncles: Drew (Sarah)
Adams (Kentucky), Heath Adams (Kentucky) and Hunter Edwards (Black Mountain);
her two cousins Roelan and Jade. Paternal
great grandparents: Thelma and Curtis Wilson (Virginia), Charlene
Blankenship (Virginia); paternal grandparents: Lynn Wilson (Virginia) and
Randall Wilson (Black Mountain); paternal uncle Tyler
Wilson (Asheville) and paternal aunt Kalah (Joey) Wilson (Raleigh) and her
half-sister Kholie (Cherokee).
The funeral service will be held at 2pm on Thursday, January 5,
Penland's Family Funeral Home at 125 South Avenue in Swannanoa. Burial will be
at Mountain View in Black Mountain.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2017, Swannanoa, Buncombe Co.,
NC, Obituary
Chronicle-Tribune
(Marion, IN) - January 12, 2017
Israel Melissa Wilson, daughter of Macey Jane Ann Horn and Kendall
Travis Wilson, was born Oct. 30, 2010, went to be with the Lord Dec. 31, 2016.
She lived with her mother Macey in Swannanoa, North Carolina. She
was enrolled in Kindergarten at Estes Elementary school in their Progressive
Education Program. Although Israel was diagnosed with autism she never suffered
a day. She was a light and joy to all who knew her. Israel loved to play in
water and had a unique way of expressing her joy. The world was Israel's
classroom; always growing and learning everything she could. Her favorite
things revolved around anything in nature: water, leaves, dirt and mud!
Israel was welcomed home by her maternal great-grandmother, Elaine
Williams, and her paternal great-grandfather, Fred
Blankenship.
Israel leaves behind her army of family and friends including her
maternal great-grandparents, Rodger and Debbi McKinley, North Vernon, John and
Judy Edwards, Swannanoa, Tass Horn, Upland; maternal grandparents, Melissa and
Bryan Edwards, Old Fort, North Carolina, Logan and Denise Horn, Marion;
maternal aunts, Cassie (Garrett) Speck, Boston, Amanda (Tom) Vellekoop,
Asheville, North Carolina, Chantel Shannon, Asheville, and Laura Kemp,
Leicester, North Carolina; maternal uncles, Drew (Sarah) Adams, London,
Kentucky, Heath Adams, London, and Hunter Edwards, Black Mountain, North
Carolina; her two cousins, Roelan and Jade Vellekoop Asheville; paternal great-grandparents, Thelma and
Curtis Wilson, Virginia, Charlene Blankenship , Virginia; paternal grandparents, Lynn
Wilson, Virginia, and Randall Wilson, Black Mountain; paternal uncle, Tyler
Wilson, Asheville; and paternal aunt Kalah (Joey) Wilson, Raleigh, North
Carolina; and her half-sister Khloie, Cherokee, North Carolina.
A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 14, at
Eastview Wesleyan Church, 414 N. 10th St., Gas City.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2019, Swannanoa, Buncombe Co.,
NC, Obituary
https://www.goupstate.com/news/20170429/nc-woman-killed-in-crash-on-i-26
A North Carolina woman was killed in a one-car accident Saturday [Apr 29, 2017]
afternoon near the 45 mile marker on Interstate 26, according to the Spartanburg County Coroner's Office.
The victim was identified as Becky Blankenship, 67,
a front-seat passenger, of Grove Mont Avenue in Swannanoa, NC. Her husband, Ronald Blankenship, 72,
the driver, was injured and hospitalized at Spartanburg Regional Medical
Center, according to the Coroner's Office and the SC. Highway Patrol.
Trooper Bill Rhyne said the accident happened around 2:57 p.m. He
said Ronald Blankenship was driving a 2016 GMC Yukon west on I-26 when it went
off the road and struck a guardrail. Becky Blankenship was declared dead at the
scene, he said. Both were wearing seat belts, he said.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2017, Swannanoa, NC, Buncombe Co.,
NC, Obituary
Published in the Asheville
Citizen-Times on May 10, 2017
Charlotte Beck Sweeting Blankenship, 67, Swannanoa, NC, passed away
at Spartanburg, [Spartanburg Co.,]
South Carolina on Saturday, April 29, 2017. She was born on November 16, 1949,
in Mobile, Alabama to Harry and Hilda Sweeting.
Charlotte grew up in Mobile, Alabama, and attended schools there as
well as Jacksonville Beach, Florida. She graduated from Lee Edwards High
School, Asheville, NC and attended several other schools in Western North
Carolina furthering her education. She worked for Buncombe County Health
Department, holding several positions, to include Head of Medical Records and
retiring as Administrations Officer.
Charlotte married Ronald
E. Blankenship in 1968 in Abbeville, SC. They were happily married, had two sons Chad and Rick.
They built several houses in the Swannanoa Valley for over 49 years.
Charlotte was a member of the First Baptist Church of Mobile,
Alabama, where she gave her life to Christ at an early age. She became a member
of The First Church of God when she moved to North Carolina. She enjoyed
gardening, traveling & shag dancing. She also enjoyed being on her boat
with her family on the lake. Nothing pleased her more than being at the ocean,
crabbing & enjoying the surf with her grandchildren.
Charlotte was preceded in death by her parents Harry and Hilda
Sweeting, and her brother Bob Sweeting.
Charlotte is survived by her husband,
Ronald of Swannanoa, NC; her sons
Ronald Chad (Cheryl) Blankenship of St. Petersburg, Florida, and Richard Darrin (Bridgette) of
Charleston, South Carolina; her brother, Stephen (Dianne) of Gautier,
Mississippi; her grandchildren Abbey
Lane Blankenship and Richard Darrin Blankenship, Jr., her nieces, nephews and other relatives.
A private memorial service will be held at later date.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2016, Weaverville, Buncombe Co.,
NC, Obituary
Published in the Asheville
Citizen-Times on Feb. 13, 2016
Pamela Cole Shamblin, 64 of Terrace Drive passed away Wednesday,
February 10, 2016. She was a native of Buncombe County and daughter of the late
Denver and Daisy Buckner Cole.
She is survived by her husband Jerry Arthur Shamblin; sons, David
Brian Edmonds (Lisa), Tracy O'Neal Edmonds (Kelley) and Shannon Lee Edmonds
(Ashley); sisters, Janice
Blankenship, Lana Webb (James); brother Bart Cole; six grandchildren and two
great grandchildren.
A funeral service will be held 12:00 PM Monday, February 15, at
Robbie Capps Memorial Chapel of Blue Ridge Funeral Service. Burial will follow
in WNC Veterans Cemetery.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2017, Weaverville, Buncombe Co.,
NC, Obituary
Published in the Asheville
Citizen-Times on Mar. 14, 2017
William "Bill" Vaughn Grindstaff, Sr., age 81 of
Weaverville died Saturday, March 11, 2017 at Charles George VA Medical Center,
[Asheville, Buncombe Co., NC]. Mr. Grindstaff was born June 6, 1935 in Madison County where he
had lived most of his life.
He was a resident of Weaverville for the past 8 years and was a
retired insurance agent. He had proudly served in and retired from the US Air
Force. He was a dedicated member of California Creek Baptist Church, Mars Hill.
His parents, William Jackson and Cilla English Grindstaff as well
as five siblings preceded him in death.
Surviving are his wife of 39 years, Melba Honeycutt Grindstaff;
sons, William Grindstaff, Jr. and "special friend" Kate Henderson of
Asheville, and Vince Grindstaff of Atlanta, GA; step son, Dana Louis Snyder and
wife Lana of Winder, GA; sisters, Irene
Blankenship of Asheville and Clella Delany of Weaverville; one grandchild Levi
Grindstaff and wife Kaycie and three step grandchildren, Windsor Creech and
husband Doug, Jobie Leigh Snyder and Charlie Lynn Snyder.
His funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, March
16, 2017, in the Chapel of West Funeral Home, 17 Merrimon Ave., Weaverville,
with Reverend Wesley Pike officiating. Burial will be in Western Carolina State
Veterans Cemetery, Black Mountain.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2019, Weaverville, Buncombe Co.,
NC, Obituary
Holcombe Brothers Funeral Home, Inc. Obituary
Lela Frances Ferguson Blankenship, of Weaverville, North
Carolina, was born on May 8, 1936 and passed away on Thursday, June 13, 2019.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2019, Weaverville, Buncombe Co.,
NC, Obituary
https://www.holcombebrothers.com/notices/Lela-Blankenship
Lela Frances ‘Fran’ Blankenship, 83 [1936],
of Weaverville, went to be with the Lord, Thursday, June 13, 2019. A native of Milan, TN, she was a daughter of
the late James and Altie Sanders Ferguson.
Fran retired from Bell South Telephone
Company after 39 years of service.
During her career with the telephone company, she held many positions
and worked in many different cities and states.
She was a member of Emma United Methodist Church.
She was also preceded in death by
brothers: James and Bill Ferguson.
Surviving is her husband of 60 years
and love of her life: Perry Blankenship; a sister-in-law: Betty Ferguson of Converse, TX;
lifelong friends: Elizabeth King of
Memphis, TN and Betty Crocker of Hollow Rock, TN; and several nieces and
nephews and many retired friends from the telephone company.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete and
will be announced by Holcombe Brothers Funeral Home.
Burke
+2016, Morganton, Burke Co., NC, Obituary
The News Herald,
(Morganton, NC) - March 30, 2016
Irene Blankenship Austin, 83, of Morganton, went home
to be with the Lord Monday, March 28th, 2016, at Burke Hospice and Palliative
Care. A native of Yancey County, she was a daughter of the late Doug and Myrtle Wallace
Blankenship.
She attended Way of the Cross Baptist Church. Irene was a loving
mother, grandmother and great-grandmother who enjoyed fishing, flowers and
music.
She was preceded in death by sisters,
Geraldine Ballew, Chole Holcombe and Helen Austin; and brothers, Ray and Gay Blankenship.
Left to cherish her memories are her daughters, Linda Kay Webb and
husband, Bobby, of Newland, and Lisa Pons and husband, Todd, of Morganton; son,
Lee Austin and wife, Felicia, also of Morganton; grandchildren, Jesse Webb,
Angela Stahl, Bradley Pons, Cara Miller and Brittany Loudermilk; and
great-great-grandchildren, Tantem Webb, Trinity Stahl, Italy Pons, Illan
Miller, Ida Miller, Braydon Miller, Hunter Miller, Emmalynn Miller and Aubrey
Loudermilk.
Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, April 2, in the
Chapel of Yancey Funeral Services. Pastor Richard Ellington will officiate.
Burial will be in the Blankenship Family Cemetery.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2017, Morganton, Burke Co., NC, Obituary
The News Herald,
(Morganton, NC) - September 26, 2017
Woodrow Thomas Norman, 86, of Morganton, passed away Saturday,
Sept. 23, 2017. He was born Nov. 25, 1930, in McDowell County, WV, and was the
son of the late Tom Norman and Zula Norman.
Woodrow was a devoted husband, father and grandfather who was dearly loved by his family. He was the owner of Norman's
Furniture in Morganton for 50+ years. Woodrow was an avid outdoorsman. He
especially loved to fish and hunt. He most enjoyed driving up to Walker Top to
visit deer and spend time with Ann Johnson, his special friend for the past 15
years. Woodrow was a member of North Morganton Baptist Church.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife,
Faye Franklin Norman; brother, Willie Norman; and sister, Elizabeth Murphy.
He is survived by daughter, Carolyn Williams; grandsons, Justin
Williams and wife, Holly of Troy, Mich., and Cody Williams of Raleigh; sister,
Amanda Whisnant; niece, Norma Roberts and husband, Robert; and nephew, Jim Blankenship.
The funeral service will be at 3 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 28, in the
Colonial Chapel of Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center. Burial will
follow in Forest Hill Cemetery.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2019, Morganton, Burke Co., NC, Obituary
The News Herald,
(Morganton, NC) - October 7, 2019
Martha B. Franklin, 85, of Morganton, went to be with her
Lord and Savior Saturday, Oct. 5, 2019. Born Nov. 29, 1933, she was the
daughter of the late Dempsey and Ada Blankenship.
Martha was a Christian wife, mother, grandmother and
great-grandmother. She loved Nowlings Chapel and the church members there.
In addition to her parents, Martha was preceded in death by her
husband, Herbert "Whitey" Franklin; sister, Ethel Hensley; half sisters, Lillian
Johnson, Frankie Blankenship; and grandchildren, Thomas Moody III and
Michael Franklin.
Martha is survived by her sons, Stephen Franklin (Martha), Michael
Franklin (Thelma); daughters, Debra Lourcey (Jerry), Karen Moody (Tom);
grandchildren, Wendy Roper, Jonathan Franklin (Becky), Mandy Franklin (Juh),
Jimmy Bumgarner, Maggie Schoenen; 11 great-grandchildren; four
great-great-grandchildren; sisters, Pearl
Smith, Mary Proffitt, Esther Osteen; brother, Paul
Blankenship; and half brother, Alvin
Blankenship .
The funeral service will be held at 1 pm, Wednesday, Oct. 9, at
Nowlings Chapel Freewill Baptist Church, with the Rev. Darvey Hensley
officiating. Burial will follow at Faith Temple Freewill Baptist Church
Cemetery. Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2018, Rutherford
College,
Burke
Co., NC, Obituary
The News Herald,
(Morganton, NC) - October 21, 2018
Mrs. Sue Carol Gurley Cannon, 82, of Rutherford College, went home
to be with her Lord while surrounded by her loving family Friday, Oct. 19,
2018, at the Caldwell Hospice Robbins Center. Sue was born March 28, 1936, in
Caldwell County, to the late George Lemmie Gurley and Clara Bell Carswell
Gurley.
She was a retired registered nurse who worked at the Richard Baker
Hospital in Hickory, which came to be Frye Regional, and at Broughton Hospital
in Morganton. Sue was a member of Abernethy Memorial United Methodist Church
for over 35 years, and she was the former district president of the United
Methodist Women-Marion District.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by one
sister, Frances Honsaker.
Survivors include her husband, Wallace Wagg Cannon of the home; a
sister-in-law, Susan Connor Cannon of Rutherford College; and three children,
Cynthia Helton and husband, Chris, of Lenoir, Mark Parlier and wife, Kelly, of
Granite Falls, and Kevin Cannon of Morganton. Also surviving are nine grandchildren, Zachary Fox and wife,
Meghan, Zack Causby and wife, Katie, Derek Causby and wife, Jessica, David
Cannon and wife, Hayley, Taylor Blankenship and husband,
Alex, Amber Cannon, Steven Alex Parlier, and Graham and Grayce Helton;
10 great-grandchildren; three nieces; and three nephews.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday, Oct. 24, at 2 p.m., at
Abernethy Memorial United Methodist Church with Pastor April Abernethy and
Pastor Ken Byerly officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery,
with her grandsons serving as pallbearers. Heritage Funeral
Service & Crematory of Valdese.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2016, Valdese, Burke Co., NC, Obituary
http://www.tributes.com/obituary/show/Linda-Kay-Manning-Blankenship-103852454
Linda "Kay" Manning Blankenship, 66,
passed away on Saturday, August 13, 2016 at her residence following a period of
declining health.
Linda was survived by her husband,
of thirty years, Clark Blankenship; daughter Jennifer Wilson; son Timothy
Capps; five grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren.
A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, August 17, 2016 at
3:00 PM in the chapel of Heritage Funeral Service in Valdese, with Pastor Gary
Manning and Pastor Mark Williams officiating.
The family will receive friends on Wednesday, August 17, 2016 from
2:00-3:00 PM at Heritage Funeral Service.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2019, Valdese, Burke
Co., NC, Obituary
The News Herald,
(Morganton, NC) (Published as News Herald, The
(Morganton, NC)) - November 24, 2019
Mr. Arvin Clarence Childers, 77, of Valdese, passed away Friday,
Nov. 22, 2019, at his residence, following a period of declining health. He was
born Dec. 9, 1941, in Burke County, to the late Clarence Childers and Fay Lail
Childers.
Arvin was a member of Bollinger's Chapel United Methodist Church
for over 50 years, and worked as the meat cutter for Childers Market for over
50 years as well. Arvin was a Godly man and an avid gardener, who was always
willing to help his neighbors and friends in any way that he could.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one
grandson, Ryder Childers.
Survivors include his beloved wife, Jean Watson Childers of the
home; four children, Mitzi Yount of Valdese, Chris Childers and wife, Glenda,
of Lawndale, Melissa Clark of Valdese, and Ryan Childers and wife, Melissa, of
Valdese; two brothers, Bill Childers and wife, Ellen, and Berl Childers and
wife, Pat; two sisters, Linda Huffman, and Martha Hildebran and husband, Larry.
Also surviving are nine grandchildren,
Linsi Franklin, Michelle McAfee, Christopher Childers, Christa Childers, Jonathan
Blankenship , Sarah Blankenship , Joey Newhart, Alex Childers, and
Samuel Childers; two great-grandchildren, Isaac Franklin and Adaline Franklin;
and honorary grandchildren, Jack, Amber, Georgia, Gerri, Rebekah, Kaylynn,
Patrick, Chloe and April.
Funeral services will be held Monday, Nov. 25, at 2 pm, at
Bollinger's Chapel United Methodist Church with the Rev. David J. Duncan, the
Rev. George Williams, and Devin Hildebran officiating. Interment will follow in
the church cemetery. Heritage Funeral Service in Valdese.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Cabarrus
+2016, Concord,
Cabarrus Co., NC, Obituary
http://www.hartsellfh.com/?pagetype=obitlink&obit_id=1870153
Rosetta Clark Brown, 93 years of age, of Concord, passed away
Thursday, October 27, 2016 at Brookdale Concord South in Concord. She was born
May 28, 1923 in North Carolina to the late Issac Clark and the late Alice Curry
Clark.
Rosetta, lovingly known as "Dody", was a lifelong member
of Bible Presbyterian Church and a faithful servant to our Lord. She worked at
Kayser-Roth Hosiery Mill and retired from Wolf Meadow Elementary School. Dody
had a love of all things baking, gardening, sewing and quilting. Christmas was
her favorite time of year. While Shirley was the love of her life, her
grandchildren and great grandchildren were her heart.
Rosetta was also preceded in death by her husband of 64 years,
Shirley Franklin Brown and one grandson, Phillip Brown.
Survivors include daughters, Martha and husband, Johnny Furr of
Kannapolis and Loree and husband, John Miller of Waxhaw; sons, Frank and wife,
Belinda Brown of Rockwell and George and wife Fran Brown of Harrisburg; sister, Estelle Blankenship of
Hiddenite, NC; five grandchildren and five great grandchildren.
The funeral service will be 3:00 pm Sunday, October 30, 2016 in the
Hartsell Funeral Home Chapel of Concord, officiated by Rev. Randy Ardis . Burial will follow at Carolina Memorial Park in
Kannapolis.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Estelle
Blankenship – b.08Oct1927 - Hiddenite, NC: https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:QJ23-X613
Relatives
- Fess Blankenship
2017, Concord, Cabarrus Co.,
NC, Death
Fayette Tribune (Oak
Hill, WV) - January 9, 2017
Ronald Roy "Ronnie" Blankenship, 58,
of Concord, NC, died January 7, 2017, Carolina Medical Center Northe, Concord,
NC.
E-mail letters of sympathy may be sent at
www.staffordfamilyfuneralhome.com
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2017, Concord, Cabarrus Co.,
NC, Death
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/175234467/ronald-roy-blankenship
Ronald Roy "Ronnie" Blankenship, 58, of Concord, NC passed away on January 7, 2017
in Carolina Medical Center North East, Concord, NC. He was born on March 12,
1958 in Logan, WV, a son of Zora Russell-Blankenship (1938-2019) of Oceana and the late Leroy Blankenship
(1937-2004).
Ronnie was a member of the UMWA and a
disabled coal miner.
In addition to his father he is preceded
death by his grandparents Roy Russell (1911-1993) & Olive
Greenhill-Russell (1909-2003) and Elsie
Belcher-Blankenship (Deceased) & Kermit Blankenship (1905-1991).
In addition to his mother survivors
include two daughters, Tanya Lynette
Blankenship-Smith & husband James Lewis Smith of Glen
Fork and Jordan Nicole Blankenship of Concord, NC; two grandchildren, Savannah
"Lanette" Gibson & husband Austin Gibson and Moriah Kay Smith; a sister
Evelyn Blankenship-Cook & Wesley "Wes" Cook of Oceana;
nephews, Ryan Cook & wife Tiffany Cook of Fairdale and Tyler Cook of
Morgantown and a host of other loving family and friends.
In keeping with his wishes he will be
cremated and a memorial services will be held at a later date.
2017, Concord, Cabarrus Co.,
NC, Obituary
http://www.hartsellfh.com/?pagetype=obitlink&obit_id=1921890
Grace Eudy Blackwelder, 101 years of age, of Concord, passed away
Saturday, February 11, 2017 at home in Concord. She was born February 2, 1916
in Mecklenburg County to the late Wilson Thomas Eudy Sr. and the late Sarah
Frances Hartsell.
She was the oldest member of Roberta United Methodist Church and a
member of the Ruth Hudson Sunday school class. She received the Life
Achcievement Award for her many years of service and dedication to the church
in 2010. She was an avid Tarheel basketball fan.
She was also preceded in death by husband, Jay William Blackwelder;
son Paul Dexter Blackwelder; daughter, Linda Blackwelder Tucker; grandson,
Jeffery Dexter Blackwelder; two brothers, and six sisters.
Survivors include daughters Gail (Andrew) Walker of Concord, NC;
Joyce (Nelson) Hardister of Concord; Ann (George) Hill of Concord, NC;
daughter-in-law, Jenoal Greene Blackwelder, 12 grandchildren, 14
great-grandchildren, and 11 great-great-grandchildren.
The family will receive friends from 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm, Wednesday,
February 15, 2017 at Hartsell Funeral Home of Concord.
The funeral service will be on Thursday at 1:00 pm at Roberta
United Methodist Church in Concord officiated by Rev. Jim Church, and Rev. Dr.
Carl Fisher, preceded by a 30 minute state. Burial will follow at the Roberta
United Methodist Church Cemetery. Pall bearers will be grandsons: Kevin Hardister, Terry Hill, Wesley Walker, Britt
Walker, Donald Tucker, Chris Tucker, Kenneth Blankenship, and
Casey Shanahan.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2018, Concord,
Cabarrus Co., NC, Obituary
Independent Tribune
(Concord, Kannapolis, NC) - October 17, 2018
Raymond Franklin Townsend, 75, of Concord, passed away Sunday, Oct.
14, 2018, at the Durham Veteran's
Administration Hospital, [Durham
Co., NC]. Born
Nov. 8, 1942, to the late Margaret Crosby Townsend and Raymond Simms Townsend.
Mr. Townsend was a veteran of the United States Army. He was an
Estimator with Lyles Construction Company. He enjoyed fishing, target shooting,
going to the beach and the mountains and giving everyone a hard time with his
great sense of humor. Mr Townsend was a member of Faith Covenant Church.
Preceding him
in death was his daughter, Nancy Langley in Feb. 2013; and sister, Diane T.
Morgan in 2016.
Surviving is his wife, Maynelle Stroupe Townsend, whom he married
Nov 11, 1994; son, Steve Townsend and wife, Susan, of Talmo, Ga.; daughters,
Denise Maynard and husband Allen, of Lawrenceville, Ga., Lisa Hendren and
husband, Tim, of Salisbury, and Donna Marie Duggar of Mt Pleasant; his grandchildren, Jennifer Braswell,
Johnathan Maynard, Shannon Townsend, Samantha Townsend, Sarah Townsend, Ashley
Buell, Alyssa Blankenship, Ariel Hendren, Aubrey Hendren, Christy Houston, Adrian Hendren
and Andrew Hendren; great-grandchildren, Hailie Pence, Emily Huggins, Gianna
Sosa, Giovanni Sosa, Landon Buell, Mayah Buell, Kylee Buell, Hunter Hendren,
Jose Hendren, Nathalie Hendren, Monika Hendren, Alanah Hendren, Anessah
Hendren, Dawson Houston and Tucker Houston.
A graveside Service will be held at 2 p.m., today, Wednesday Oct.
17, in Rowan Memorial Park, conducted by the Rev. Darrell Worley. Summersett Funeral Home.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2019, Concord, Cabarrus Co.,
NC, Obituary
Independent Tribune
(Concord, Kannapolis, NC) - July 17, 2019
Maynelle "Nell" Stroupe Townsend, 79, of Concord, went
home to be with her Lord and Savior Sunday, July 14, 2019, at Atrium Northeast
Medical Center. She was born Feb. 13, 1940, in Gaston County, the daughter of
the late Esmer King Stroupe and Beeler Stroupe.
Nell was a graduate of Gaston County Schools and worked as a
manager of The Movie Lane in Mt. Pleasant. She enjoyed spending time with
family, talking and laughing with friends, reading, spreading her faith, and
watching NASCAR.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Raymond Franklin
Townsend, Oct. 14, 2018, whom she married Nov. 11, 1994; daughter, Nancy
Langley in Feb. 2013; brothers, Winford, Earl, Eugene and Arnold Stroupe; and
daughter in-law, Susan Townsend.
Surviving are daughters, Lisa Hendren and husband, Tim, of
Salisbury, and Donna Marie Duggar of Mt. Pleasant; and her sisters, Dorothy
Ensley (Waitsell) of Gastonia, Betty Whitman, and Vilet Trivet of Tennessee.
Also surviving are a son, Steve Townsend of Talmo, Ga., and daughter, Denise
Maynard and husband, Allen, of Lawrenceville, Ga.; her grandchildren, Christy Houston, Ashley Buell, Alyssa
Blankenship, Ariel Hendren, Aubrey Hendren, Adrian Hendren and Andrew Hendren,
Jennifer Braswell, Johnathan Maynard, Shannon Townsend, Samantha Townsend,
Sarah Townsend; and great-grandchildren, Dawson Houston and Tucker Houston,
Landon Buell, Mayah Buell, Kylee Buell, Hunter Hendren, Jose Hendren, Nathalie
Hendren, Monika Hendren, Alanah Hendren, Anessah Hendren, Hailie Pence, Emily
Huggins, Gianna Sosa, and Giovanni Sosa.
A graveside service will be held at 11 am, Wednesday, July 17, at
Rowan Memorial Park, conducted by the Rev. Darrell Worley.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2017, Harrisburg, Cabarrus Co.,
NC, Obituary
Independent Tribune
(Concord, Kannapolis, NC) - November 5, 2017
Annie Louise Jones Hoover, 89, of Harrisburg, passed away
Wednesday, Nov. 1, 2017, at St. Andrew's Assisted Living Center. Annie Louise
was born June 23, 1928, in Duplin County, to the late Dallas E. Jones Sr. and
Sallie Barwick Jones.
Annie Louise was devoted to her family, friends and church, being a
faithful member of Harrisburg United Methodist Church for over 45 years; she
was active as a part of the United Methodist Women and various other
committees. She was very involved in the community, in the Cabarrus County
Republican Women, Cabarrus County Meals on Wheels for over 20 years, Harrisburg
Lions Club, and was instrumental in starting the first home extension club in
Harrisburg. She was an accomplished seamstress and was also well known for her
baking of bread and cakes, as well as her many talents including gardening,
basketry, and quilting.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her
husband, Jonas Wayne Hoover (October, 1993); son, Ronald "Ronnie"
Wayne Hoover (June, 2014); sisters, Hazel Holland, Roberta Chesnutt, Pauline
Cottle; and brothers, Henderson Jones, Dallas Jones Jr.
Survivors include her daughter,
Andrea Hoover Blankenship and husband, Lee of Concord; daughter-in-law, Jo L. Hoover of Canton, Ga.; grandchildren, Amanda Hoover Donovan
and husband, Zac, Robert, Andrew and Larissa Blankenship; stepgrandchild, Penny
Aversano; great-grandchildren, Cooper and Emerson Donovan; step
great-grandchildren, Brandy and Cameron Bryant; sisters, Sally Herring, Carolyn
Kimrey and husband, Joel; sister-in-law, Kathleen Hoover; as well as many
nieces and nephews.
A graveside service was held Saturday, Nov. 4, at 11 a.m., in
Devotional Gardens Cemetery in Warsaw. A memorial service will be held today
(Sunday, Nov. 5), at 2 p.m., at Harrisburg United Methodist Church on Hwy 49 in
Harrisburg, with the Revs. Wes Smith and Toni Ruth Smith
officiating.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2018, Kannapolis, Cabarrus Co.,
NC, Obituary
Independent Tribune
(Concord, Kannapolis, NC) - January 19, 2018
Mr. Troy Lee Tysinger, 79, Kannapolis, passed away Wednesday, Jan.
17, 2018, at Carolinas HealthCare System - North East in Concord, [Cabarrus
Co., NC]. He was born March 8, 1938,
in Davidson County. He was a son of the late Walter Tysinger and Annie Kathleen
Basinger Tysinger.
Mr. Tysinger was a member of Charity Baptist Church, where he was
active in all phases of the church until his illness. Troy was very athletic,
and he enjoyed all sports. He also coached little league baseball for many
years. Troy was an avid Dallas Cowboys fan. He graduated from Hartsell High
School in 1957. Troy retired from from Camilla Hills, where he worked in the
maintenance department. He was a lifelong electrician.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his son,
Todd Tysinger.
Mr. Tysinger is survived by his wife, Sarah Fink Tysinger; son,
Jeff Tysinger of Concord; brother, James W. Tysinger and wife Sylvia of San
Antonio, Texas; two grandchildren, Tiffany
Blankenship and husband, Stephen of
Kannapolis and Brittney Tysinger of Charlotte; and one great-grandson, Ryker Blankenship.
A funeral service is scheduled for 3 p.m., Sunday, Jan. 21, at
Charity Baptist Church, 2420 Brantley Rd., Kannapolis, NC 28083. The Rev. Dr.
Marty Payton and the Rev. Dr. Beaver Hammond will officiate. Interment will
follow at Carolina Memorial Park in Kannapolis.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Caldwell
+2018, Hudson, Caldwell Co.,
NC, Obituary
Hickory Daily Record (NC)
- February 26, 2018
Evelyn Walker Presnell, 84, of Hudson, went home to be with her
Lord and Savior Saturday, Feb. 24, 2018, at Caldwell Hospice and Palliative
Care in Hudson. She was born April 5, 1933, in Davie County to the late Doc
Walker and Mary Childers Walker.
Mrs. Presnell was employed in the textile industry and enjoyed
puzzles, gardening and cooking. She was a member of Clover Baptist Church in
Granite Falls.
In addition to her parents, Mrs. Presnell was preceded in death by
her sons, Tommy and Ricky Presnell; sisters,
Leona Blankenship and Lucille High; and brothers, Ed and
Allie Walker.
Those left to cherish her memory are her sons, David Presnell of
Granite Falls, Steve Presnell of Hudson; daughters, Gale Kirby and husband,
John of Granite Falls, Kathy Kirby and husband, Tim of Granite Falls;
daughter-in-law, Revonda Presnell of Newton; and a brother, Richard Walker of
Hiddenite. Survivors also include eight grandchildren and 12
great-grandchildren.
The funeral service will be held Tuesday, Feb. 27, at 3 p.m., at
Clover Baptist Church. The Rev. Keith Childers will officiate and burial will
be at Sunset Hills Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Chad Robinson, Justin Carson,
Chad Kirby, Brian Weaver, Travis Barber and Herbie Mackie.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2016, Lenoir, Caldwell
Co., NC, Obituary
http://www.evansfuneralservice.com/?pagetype=obitlink&obit_id=1729768
Lenoir –
Ruby Hartley age 93 moved to her Heavenly Home on Thursday, January
7, 2016. She was born on January 10,
1922 in Caldwell County.
She was preceded in death by her husband Lonnie Hartley and her son
Allen Greene. She was also preceded in death by her parents George and Anna
Kincaid, her brothers Fred Kincaid, Arthur Kincaid, and Bela Kincaid her
sisters Daisy Perkins, Elizabeth Rinehardt, Irene Wooten and Florence
Kincaid. She was also preceded in death
by three grandchildren Terry Hicks, Marie
Blankenship and Randy Greene.
She is survived by her children Linda Phillips and husband Joe,
Wayne Hartley, Mattie Spears, Harold Hartley and wife Betty, and Diane Cable.
The special joys of her life were her fifteen grandchildren, twenty-six
great-grandchildren and eleven great-great-grandchildren.
Ruby loved her Lord and Savior and loved raising her children in a
Christian home. She will be greatly
missed by those who call her Granny or Mama Hartley.
A funeral service celebrating her heavenly birthday will be held at
Evans Funeral Service Chapel on Sunday, January 10, 2016 at 3:00 PM. Reverend Scott Philyaw and
Reverend Mike Greene officiating. Pallbearers
will be Daniel Effler, Jerry Hicks Jr., Stacy Pennell, Cody Pennell, Tyler
Blankenship and Jeremy Blankenship.
Honorary pallbearers will be Joe Cable.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2016, Lenoir, Caldwell Co.,
NC, Obituary
The Logan Banner,
(WV) - June 18, 2016
Marie Wolford, 78, of Lenoir, NC, departed this life Thursday, June
16, 2016, at Morganton, NC. Born August 7, 1937, at Jamboree, Ky., she was a
daughter of the late Amos and Carrie Cline Coleman.
Marie enjoyed going to church and being with her church family at
Miracle Church at Lenoir.
She was also preceded in death by her husband, Roy Wolford; son,
Jerry Lee Wolford; paternal grandparents, Rolin and Louisie Coleman; maternal
grandparents, George and Bessie Cline; one brother, Sherman Coleman; and two
sisters, Melody Coleman and Judy Ferrell.
Those left to cherish her memory include one son, Ray Wolford of
Camp Creek, WV; one daughter, Deborah Kay Bryant of Morganton; five sisters, Onita Hall of Mount Sterling,
Ky., Geraldine Blankenship of Freeborn, Ky., Mabel
Hayton of Columbus, Ohio, and Patricia Ann Standley of Lexington, Ky.; four
brothers, John C. Coleman of Sarah Ann, W.Va., Roy Coleman and Larry Lee
Coleman, both of Columbus, and Emize Coleman of Phelps, Ky.; three
grandchildren: Melissa Marie Miller, and Janet Sue Bryant, both of Morganton,
and Aleasa Carol Jones of Georgetown, Ky.; and three great-grandchild: David
Allen Gullett, Trinity Jones and Eli Jones.
Services will be held at noon Monday, June 20, at Freeman Funeral
Home with Stevie Cox officiating. Burial will follow at Forest Lawn Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be family and friends.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2016, Lenoir, Caldwell
Co., NC, Funeral
Hickory Daily Record (NC)
- October 6, 2016
Clarence Fealds Blankenship, 69 [1947], of Lenoir died
Tuesday, Oct. 4, 2016.
Visitation will be Sunday, Oct. 9, from 10 to 11 a.m. at
Greer-McElveen Funeral Home. Graveside service will immediately follow at
Mikeal Cemetery.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2016, Lenoir, Caldwell
Co., NC, Funeral
http://www.tributes.com/obituary/show/Clarence-Fealds-Blankenship-104013720
Clarence Fealds Blankenship,
a resident of Lenoir, North Carolina was born on November 15, 1946 and passed
away on Tuesday, October 4, 2016.
The family will receive friends Sunday
October 9 2016 from 10:00 to 11:00 A.M. at Greer-McElveen Funeral Home.
Graveside service will immediately follow at Mikeal Cemetery conducted by Rev.
David Stilwell.
+2016, Lenoir, Caldwell Co.,
NC, Obituary
http://www.evansfuneralservice.com/?pagetype=obitlink&obit_id=1876605
Alesia Ann Effler, 52, of Lenoir, went home to be with her Lord on
Thursday, November 10, 2016 at Caldwell Hospice and Palliative Care in Hudson, [Caldwell Co., NC].
Alesia was born in Caldwell County, on July 24, 1964. She was the daughter of Linda Phillips and
the late David Effler.
Alesia was also preceded in death by her sister Marie Effler Blankenship, and Maternal Grandparents,
Lonnie and Ruby Hartley; Paternal Grandparents, Leonard and Hester Effler.
In addition to her mother, left to cherish her memory, includes
step-father, Joe Phillips; a loving, dedicated brother Daniel Effler; Tommy
Phillips and wife Holly, Eric Phillips, and Joe Jr. Phillips. She had nephews
she loved as her brothers which include; Tyler and Jeremy
Blankenship, Rusty Robertson and wife Sara, Dalton and Brayden Effler, all of
Lenoir, and Brett Phillips of Florida, Timothy Phillips, and wife Andrea, of
Michigan; and two nieces Abigail and Alexis Effler. Alesia was also loved by her uncles, Wayne
and Harold Hartley and her aunts, Mattie Spears and Diane Cable, all of Lenoir.
Evans Funeral Service & Crematory of Lenoir is serving the
Effler Family.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2016, Lenoir, Caldwell Co.,
NC, Obituary
http://www.evansfuneralservice.com/?pagetype=obitlink&obit_id=1891069
John “Shaver” Vance Brown, 96, of Lenoir passed away on Thursday,
December 15, 2016 at his residence. He was born in Wilkes County on July 29,
1920 to the late Pedro and Ethel Brown.
John was married for 68 years to Callie Knight Brown of the
residence. He was a decorated Veteran of the United States Army, serving in the
Battle of the Bulge. His honors included 3 Bronze stars, a Purple Heart,
Victory Medal and Good Conduct Medal. He spent his entire working career as an
upholsterer in the furniture industry.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his
daughter, Jonnie Brown Stallings, sisters, Juanita Scott; Willa Dean Triplett,
Audrey Holden and Zelda Stallings; and brother, Albert Brown.
Other than his wife, John is survived by his daughters, Tyra Brown
Edwards; Alisa Brown Burns and husband, Jim; Callie Brown Greene; sisters,
Diane O’Neil; Carolyn Harris; Francis Austin; grandchildren, Adrian Stallings, Kristin Burns Blankenship,
Joshua Burns, Caleb Burns, Callie Nicole Brown; great-grandchildren, Jon
Hartley, Kyle Hartley and Nathan Blankenship; and
numerous nieces and nephews.
A celebration of John’s life will be held in the Chapel of Evans
Funeral Service on Saturday, December 17, 2016 at 11:30 AM with Pastor Hoss
Moore officiating. Burial will be in Collier’s Methodist Church Cemetery with
Military Honors provided by Caldwell County Veteran’s Honor Guard.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2016, Lenoir, Caldwell
Co., NC, Obituary
The News-Topic,
(Lenoir, NC) - December 21, 2016
Antha Honeycutt Thomas, 95, of Lenoir passed away Monday, Dec. 19,
2016, at Caldwell Hospice and Palliative Care -Hudson. She was born March 26,
1921, in Caldwell County to the late George and Nancy Smith Honeycutt.
Mrs. Thomas was a wonderful Christian lady who loved to cook and
was a people person. She was a member for 70-plus years of College Avenue
Baptist Church, where she was a Sunday school teacher and member of the choir.
She was retired from Caldwell County Schools, where she worked in the
lunchroom.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her first
husband, Thomas E. McCabe; her second husband, Glenn Hoie Thomas; a son, Dwight
S. Thomas; and many brothers and sisters.
Survivors include one son, Michael Glenn Thomas and wife Debbie of
Hudson; two daughters, Susan Elaine
Duncan and husband Joe, and Tommie G. Blankenship ,
all of Lenoir; two sisters, Doris Hall and Betty Kennedy, both of Lenoir; six
grandchildren, Tracy Jenkins, Diana Brooke, Mark Duncan, Jeff Duncan, Aaron
Thomas, and Allie Thomas; and nine great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held Thursday, Dec. 22, 2016, at 2 p.m. at
Greer-McElveen Funeral Home Chapel conducted by Dr. Charles Brawley. Interment
will immediately follow at Blue Ridge Memorial Park.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Tommie
Gai Blankenship – b.19Dec1944 - Lenoir, NC: https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:KY1Y-B72
Relatives - Blankenship Jenkins, Diana G.
Blankenship, Paul Adkins Blankenship.
+2017,
Lenoir,
Caldwell
Co., NC, Obituary
http://www.evansfuneralservice.com/obitlink?obit_id=1955762
Mrs. Hilda Cozort Houck, 87, passed away on Sunday, April 23, 2017
at Caldwell Hospice. She was born in Caldwell County on August 31, 1929 to the
late Clarence Cozort and Edna Blankenship Cozort.
She was preceded in death by her husband Carl Pete Houck, l
daughter, Gloria Houck Thomas and two brothers.
Mrs. Houck is survived by her daughter, Geneva Woods and husband,
Travis; grandchildren, Chastity Stewart; Kenneth Thomas; Nolan Carson;
great-grandchildren, Spencer Thomas; Maria McKenzie Lopez; Trey Carson; Noah
Roman Lopez and Natalie Carson.
A graveside service will be held at Woodlawn Memorial Gardens on
Tuesday, April 25, 2017 at 2:00 PM with Pastor Waitsel Beard officiating.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2017, Lenoir, Caldwell Co.,
NC, Obituary
The News-Topic,
(Lenoir, NC) - September 15, 2017
Jean Valdry Kincaid Philyaw,
84 [1933], of
Lenoir passed away Sept. 12, 2017, at Hickory Falls Health and Rehab, [Granite Falls, Caldwell Co., NC].
Jean was a dedicated wife, mother and grandmother who cherished the
time she spent with her family. She was a member of Flemings Chapel Baptist
Church. One of her favorite things to do was to sit on the porch in her rocking
chair and watch the birds and squirrels
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband
of over 50 years, Everett Philyaw, and a brother, Elmer Kincaid.
Those left to cherish her memory include her sons, Charles
"Chuck" Philyaw of Lenoir, Richard Keith Philyaw of Lenoir, and
Gregory Phillip Philyaw and wife Angie of Hudson; a brother, Danny Kincaid of
Gamewell; and sisters, Betty
Blankenship, Janet Pritchard and Joan Hendrix. Also left to cherish her memory
are three grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.
Funeral services for Mrs. Philyaw will be held privately. Burial
will take place at the Philyaw Family Cemetery.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2017, Lenoir, Caldwell Co.,
NC, Obituary
Hickory Daily Record (NC)
- October 17, 2017
James "Bubby" Brandon Stacy, 37, of Lenoir, passed away
Friday, Oct. 13, 2017, at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center in Winston-Salem, [Forsyth Co., NC].
James was born Sept. 7, 1980, in Raleigh County, WV, to Debbie Runyon Boughman
and the late James Stacy.
He was a self-employed roofer, and enjoyed being outdoors. Fishing
and camping were his favorite hobbies.
In addition to his father, James was preceded in death by a sister,
Lisa Hildebran; and a daughter, Taylor Coffey.
Those left to cherish his memory include his loving wife, Linda
Stacy of the home; a son, Dawson Coffey, of the home; daughters, Jessica
Locklear and Tiffany Locklear, both of the home; sisters, Tonya Blankenship and April Stacy, both of Beckley, WV; a
stepfather, David Boughman; mother-in-law, Mary Miller; grandchildren, Dakata
Payne, Turner Payne, Bradley Holtsclaw, Shaylee Locklear and Jaylee Wilson;
sisters-in-law, Katie Poarch of Morganton and Mary Church of Lenoir. Also left
to cherish his memory are a host of extended family members and friends.
A funeral service to honor the memory of Mr. Stacy will be held
Friday, Oct. 20, at 1 p.m., in the chapel of Pendry's Lenoir Funeral Home, with
the Rev. James Wilfong and Evangelist Jacob Miller officiating. Burial will
follow at the Watson Family Cemetery in Lenoir. Serving as pallbearers will be
Michael Shatley, Kilmer Miller, David Boughman, Christopher Rice, Danny
Blankenship and Houston Minton. Honorary pallbearers will be James David
Boughman and Bradley Holtsclaw.
From:
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Catawba
2016, Conover, Catawba Co., NC,
Obituary
Carl "Doc" Hicks, age 84, of Conover, NC, passed away on
Sunday, February 28, 2016 at his residence. Born November 6, 1931 in Lee
County, VA, he was the son of the late John Alvin Hicks Sr. and Ova Cordelia
Foster Hicks.
He was a Korean War veteran of the United States Army and a retired
truck driver.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his first
wife and mother of his children, Betty Jean Hicks; son, James Kenneth Hicks;
brothers, Kenneth, Clyde, John Alvin Jr. and Cyrus Hicks.
Left to cherish his memory are his wife of eight years, Joyce Blankenship;
sons, Carl Edward Hicks and wife, Lisa, of Catawba, Russell Wayne Hicks and
wife, Cindy, of Claremont; grandson, Jason Wayne Hicks; great-grandson, Camron
Seth Hicks; step-sons, Bob
Blankenship and wife, Janice, Bill Blankenship and
wife, Deb; step-daughters, Sonya
Ledbetter and husband, Kenneth, Lisa
Hilzewdager and husband, Donald; nine step-grandchildren and thirteen
step-great-grandchildren.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Thursday, March 3, 2016 at
11:00 a.m. in the Chapel of Drum Funeral Home in Conover with Lay Pastor
Russell Riley officiating.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Conover, Catawba Co., NC,
Obituary
http://www.reinssturdivant.com/obituaries/Teresa-Blankenship?obId=2949779#/obituaryInfo
Mrs. Teresa B. Blankenship, age 56 [1961] of Conover, wife of Dale Blankenship,
passed away Sunday, February 4, 2018 at her home.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete. Reins-Sturdivant Funeral Home
| North Wilkesboro, NC
From:
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Larry
Dale Blankenship – b.16Feb1958 –
Conover, NC: https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:KY15-Z7C
Relatives - Bradley Dale Blankenship, Teresa
Billings Blankenship.
+2018, Conover, Catawba
Co., NC, Obituary
http://www.reinssturdivant.com/obituaries/Teresa-Billings-Blankenship?obId=2949779#/obituaryInfo
Mrs. Teresa Billings Blankenship, age 56 of Conover passed
away Sunday, February 4, 2018 at her home. She was born August 5, 1961 in
Wilkes County to Billy Ray and Edna Evelyn Byrd Billings.
Mrs. Blankenship worked with United States Postal Service in
Greensboro for over 25 years. She was a member of Sandy Ridge Baptist Church in
Hickory.
Mrs. Blankenship was preceded in death by her father.
Mrs. Blankenship is survived by: her husband; Larry Dale Blankenship of the home; two sons and daughter-in-laws; Bradley Dale and Kristen Blankenship of
Fort Meade, MD, Larry Drew Blankenship and Patricia Passman of
Arlington, VA; grandchildren; Amelia
Claire Blankenship and twins; her mother, Edna Evelyn Byrd Billings of North
Wilkesboro; sisters and brother-in-laws; Marcella and Evan VanHorn of Elkin,
Lynda Hendren of Granite Falls, Billie and Mark Miller of McGrady.
Funeral services will be held Friday 2:00, February 9, 2018 At
Reins-Sturdivant Chapel with Rev. Mike Barfoot officiating. Burial will be in
Mt Pleasant Baptist Church Cemetery.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Conover, Catawba Co., NC,
Obituary
Hickory Daily Record (NC)
- September 5, 2018
Louise Testerman Waters, 72, of Conover, passed away Saturday,
Sept. 1, 2018, at Catawba Valley Medical Center, [Hickory, Catawba Co., NC].
She was born Nov. 6, 1945, in Wyoming, WV, to the late Elsie and Josephine
Blankenship Testerman.
Louise enjoyed spending time with her family, searching for
bargains at thrift shops and spoiling her cats.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her
husband, Claude Greene Waters; sister, Beulah May Carpenter; and son, Gary Dean
Waters.
Those left to cherish her memory are her daughter, Stacie Waters
and husband, Larry, of Hickory; brother, Doug Testerman of Key West, FL;
sisters, Anne Calloway of Catawba, Sue Testerman of Newton, Loretta Childers
and husband, Clinton, of Maiden; granddaughter, Shelby Marie Herbert of
Conover; great-granddaughter, Laylah Grace Herbert of Conover, and numerous
nieces and nephews.
A service to celebrate to Louise's life will be held Friday, Sept.
7, at 1 p.m., at North Newton Baptist Church in Newton. The Rev. Allen McCoy
will officiate. Burial will follow at Piney Grove Baptist Church Cemetery in
Claremont.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Hickory, Catawba Co., NC,
Obituary
Hickory Daily Record (NC)
- December 2, 2018
Dorothy Elizabeth Blankenship Sisk, 98, of Hickory,
passed away Friday, Nov. 30, 2018, at Frye Regional Medical Center. She was
born March 12, 1920, in Iredell County.
Dorothy graduated from Statesville High School. She worked in the
Hickory City School System, but spent most of her life as a homemaker. She
loved staying at home and caring for her family and especially spending time
with her grandchildren. Viewmont Baptist Church, where she was a faithful
member for many years, was a very important part of her life. Dorothy was an
avid Atlanta Braves fan through thick and thin. She led an uncomplicated life
filled with kindness and love.
Dorothy was preceded in death by her husband, Bain Sisk; a son,
Steve Bain Sisk; a brother, Roy Blankenship; a sister, Elsie
Lippard; and a great-grandson, Aaron Jacob Sisk.
Survivors are her son, Larry G. Sisk; two grandsons, Jacob B. Sisk
and wife, April, and Mark Sisk; great-grandson, Cole A. Sisk; and a daughter in
law, Cindy Elder, all of Hickory.
The funeral service will be held at 11 am, Tuesday, Dec. 4, with
the Rev. Dr. Andrew Rawls officiating. Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery. Bass-Smith Funeral Home & Crematory in Hickory.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Maiden, Catawba Co., NC,
Obituary
Hickory Daily Record (NC)
- June 6, 2018
Terry Jerome Coggins, 72, of Maiden, passed away Monday, June 4,
2018, after a courageous battle with cancer. Terry was born in Asheville, July
29, 1945.
Prior to retirement, Terry was a dedicated employee of MDI for 33
years and also served in the U.S. Navy. He made the most of his retirement
years while enjoying traveling, golfing, and entertaining friends and family.
Terry was predeceased by his mother,
Edith Blankenship Coggins and brother, Billy Johnson.
He is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 26 years, Joyce
Coggins; sons, Shaun Coggins, Jeffrey Coggins, Jason (Kristen) Galek, and
Andrew (Alyson) Galek; brother, Gregory Coggins; niece, Sidney Julich; and five
beloved grandchildren whom he loved dearly.
A service to celebrate Terry's life will be held Thursday, June 7,
at Glen Oaks Golf Club, 245 Golf Course Rd., Maiden, NC 28650, at 4:30 p.m.,
officiated by Brian Clarke of the Cove Church.
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+2019, Maiden, Catawba
Co., NC, Obituary
The Gaston Gazette,
(Gastonia, NC) - March 1, 2019
Madolyn Curlee Henry, 98, Maiden, passed away February 28, 2019 at
Carolina Caring in Newton, [Catawba Co., NC].
She was born July 19, 1920 to the late Claude Curlee and Maude
Blankenship Curlee.
Madolyn was a member of First Baptist Church in Maiden and retired
from E. F. Rose and company and Dot's Dress Shop after many years of service.
She served her Lord in many ways as being head of the Nursery for 50 years. She
enjoyed her prayer group and senior choir.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her
husband of 41 years, Thomas Woodrow Henry and brother, Claude Curlee Jr.
Those left to cherish to cherish her memories include her son, Gary
B. Henry and wife Linda; grandsons, Howard Thomas Henry and wife Jennifer; and
John Joseph Henry; Great grandchildren, Brooke, Lauren, and Madolyn Henry;
step-grandchildren, Ryleigh and Addy Busby.
Service will be held Saturday, March 2 at 1:00 p.m., at First
Baptist Church in Maiden. Burial will follow at a private graveside service at
Maiden City Cemetery. Withers and Whisenant Funeral Home and
Cremation Service, 2916 Union Road, Gastonia.
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Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2017, Newton, Catawba Co., NC,
Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV)
- April 20, 2017
Tammy Lorene Surface, 50, of Newton, NC, formerly of Matoaka, died
Wednesday, April 19, 2017 after a long battle with Lou Gehrig Disease. Born
February 9, 1967 in Frankfurt, Germany, she was the daughter of Lacy Young and
his wife Laura of Beeson and the late Patricia Ann Lawson Wasmer.
Mrs. Surface worked for Baker Furniture Company in North Carolina.
She was of the Church of God faith and enjoyed four wheeling and traveling.
Survivors include her husband, Matthew Surface of the home; two
sons, Brandon Williams and wife Sarahann of Odd, WV and Justin Williams of
Princeton; one brother, Shannon Young and wife Asia of Glenwood; two step-brothers, Azzie
Blankenship of Princeton and John Peyton of Lashmeet; and five grandchildren,
Jordan, Landen, Tyson, Logan and Nolan.
Funeral services will be conducted at 1:30 p.m. Sunday, April 23,
2017 at the Rowland H. Bailey Funeral Chapel of the Bailey-Kirk Funeral Home in
Princeton with the Rev. Gary Raulerson officiating. Interment will follow at
the Mills Cemetery in Beeson.
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Azzie
Eugene Blankenship – b.08Jul1980 – Princeton, WV: https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:2QG7-M69
Relatives - Laura A. Blankenship, Monica Michelle
Brinkley.
+2019, Newton, Catawba Co., NC,
Obituary
Hickory Daily Record (NC)
- September 13, 2019
Loretta Testerman Childers, 78, of Newton, passed away Thursday,
Sept. 12, 2019, at Carolina Caring in Newton. She was born March 21, 1941, in
Wyoming County, WV, the daughter of the late Elzie and Josephine Blankenship Testerman.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two
brothers, Joe Testerman and Terry Testerman; and two sisters, Beulah Carpenter
and Louise Waters.
Left to cherish her memory are her husband of 56 years, Clinton F.
Childers of the home; daughter, Karen Childers of Charlotte; son, Stephen
Childers and wife, Shannon, of Florida; two grandchildren, Samuel Childers and
Katie Childers; two sisters, Sue Herman of Newton, Ann Calloway of Newton; and
brother, Doug Testerman of Florida.
The funeral service will be held Saturday, Sept. 14, at 12 pm, at
Emmanuel Baptist Church in Conover, with Pastor Brian Correll officiating.
Burial will follow in Wesley Chapel United Methodist Church Cemetery. Burke Mortuary in Maiden.
From:
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Chatham
+2017, Bear Creek, Chatham Co., NC,
Death
http://www.tributes.com/obituary/show/Davina-Rachelle-Blankenship-105580793
Davina Rachelle Blankenship, April 28, 1989 - December
10, 2017, Bear Creek, North Carolina
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2017, Bear Creek, Chatham Co., NC,
Obituary
http://www.joycebradychapel.com/notices/Davina-Blankenship
Ms. Davina Rachelle Blankenship (28) died Sunday December 10, 2017 at Central
Carolina Hospital in Sanford, [Lee Co.,] NC. She was born April 28, 1989 in Orange County,
NC.
Davina worked for Frontier Mills in
Textiles. She enjoyed animals, music, singing, dancing, and cooking in her
spare time.
She was preceded in death by her paternal
grandfather Cecil Royal Blankenship.
She is survived by her father David J. Blankenship of Siler City, her mother Jennifer E. Dunn and husband J. D. of Bear
Creek, her maternal grandmother Yvonne Hurst of Bear Creek, her paternal
grandmother Coreena Blankenship,
and her brother David Royal Blankenship and wife Brittany of Rhode Island.
A memorial service celebrating her life
will be held at a later date.
2017, Gulf, Chatham Co., NC,
Obituary
http://www.memorialfd.com/?pagetype=obitlink&obit_id=1922107
Marcia Darlene Jarrell, 78, of Gulf, NC, formerly of Mercer County,
died Saturday, February 11, 2017 at her residence. Born February 10, 1939 in Imboden, VA, she
was the daughter of the late Curtis and Pearl Witt Herron.
She was of the Christian faith and was a beloved wife, mother,
grandmother, great-grandmother, sister and aunt.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by four
siblings, JoAnn Sturgill, Dan Herron, Darrell Corley and Gerald Herron.
She survived by her husband of 60 years, Joseph Walter Jarrell;
Five children: Janet Duncan & husband David of
Princeton, Wanda Kendrick & husband William of Asheboro, NC, Billy Joe
Jarrell & wife April of New Kent, VA, Alisa Hess of Bluefield, VA, Diedre
Blankenship & husband Clarence of
Wytheville, VA; Siblings: Wanda Carter & husband Billy, Lonzo Herron both
of NC; Keith Herron & wife Gloria of FL; Carl "Buck" Corley, Jr.
of OH, Patricia St. Clair & husband Barry of IN; Eleven grandchildren and
Four great-grandchildren; Special
sister-in-law, Mollie O'Donell and husband, Garland of Speedway. Host of nieces and nephews.
Services to celebrate the life of Marcia Darlene Jarrell will be
held Wednesday, February 15, 2017 at 1:00 P.M. from the Burns Wornal Chapel of
the Memorial Funeral Directory on the Athens Road in Princeton with Pastor Omar
Burns officiating. Family and friends will serve as pallbearers.
From:
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Cherokee
+2017, Murphy, Cherokee Co.,
NC, Obituary
Cherokee Scout (NC)
- October 18, 2017
Wanda Mae Edwards, 87, of Murphy, passed away Friday, Oct. 13,
2017, at a Blairsville, [Union
Co.], GA, assisted living facility.
She was a native of Graham County, but had lived in Cherokee County
most of her life. Wanda was valedictorian of her Swain County high school
class. She was a Girl Scout and Cub Scout leader, and a member of the Murphy
Garden Club. She was a member of Murphy First Baptist Church, where she was
active in WMU, served as a Sunday school teacher and worked with vacation Bible
school.
She was the daughter of the late Will D. and Clara Cable Jenkins and the wife of the late Herman Edwards, who passed away
June 3, 2000. She also was preceded in death by four sisters, Ada Higdon, Helen Cooper, Beatrice Blankenship, and Cleo Womach; and two brothers, Scott and Oliver
Jenkins.
Surviving are a daughter, Betts Stiles and husband, Ricky Joe of
Marble; two sons, Mark Edwards of Murphy and Bruce Edwards of Ithaca, New York;
four grandchildren, Holly Christy, Jackson Stiles, Jeremiah Edwards, and Sun
Edwards; and four great grandchildren, Kaitlyn Edwards, Khloe Edwards, Zayin
Edwards, and Imani Edwards.
A private memorial service will be held at a later date.
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Clay
+2018, Hayesville, Clay Co., NC, Obituary
Cherokee Scout (NC)
- November 14, 2018
Kenneth Hilman Ledford, 92, of Hayesville, passed away Saturday,
Nov. 3, 2018, at his home. He was the son of Wade and Robilee
Blankenship Ledford.
Kenneth was a U.S. Navy veteran of World War II. He was an avid
pilot and gardener, loved trout fishing, was a middle school teacher and loved
to help kids. He was a member of South Hayesville Church of God.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife,
Alawayne Parks Ledford; daughter, Debbie Sue Ledford; brother, Charles Ledford;
and sister, Betty Ledford.
Kenneth is survived by his sons, Tony Wayne Ledford and wife Joy,
Kenneth Gary Ledford aiid wife Linda, Johnny Ledford and wife Tamara; daughter,
Carl Misseri and husband Hal; grandchildren, Kenneth Wade, Tony Jr., Toby,
Sheila, Johnny Curtis and Alasia Ledford, Lisa Oakes Chrissy, Emily and Amanda
Silknitter and Kevin Krach; and many great-grandchildren.
Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. Friday, Nov. 9, at
Townson-Rose Funeral Home Chapel of Hayesville. Pastors Curt Ledford and Alasia
Ledford officiated. Burial was in Bethabara Cemetery. Military graveside rites
were conducted by VFW Post 10222, Joe Miller Elkin American Legion Post 96, DAV
Chapter 73, American Legion Post 532 of Hayesville and VFW Post 6812.
Pallbearers were Tony Ledford Jr., Toby Ledford, Kenneth Wade Ledford, John
Curtis Ledford, Dalton Ledford and Wade Ledford.
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+2019, Hayesville, Clay
Co., NC, Obituary
Clay County Progress (NC)
- October 24, 2019
Muriel D. Blankenship, 92, of Hayesville, passed
away Monday, Oct. 21, 2019, at her residence. She was born in Massachusetts,
but moved to Clay County at the age of five, where she lived the rest of her
life.
Muriel worked as a seamstress in several of the local dress
factories and retired after 26 years. She loved quilting and kept her children
clothed with her sewing skills. She was a member of the Tusquittee Church of God.
She was the daughter of the late Charles and Beatrice Spurr Doyle and the wife of the late Willis Joe Blankenship, who
died July 7, 2004. She was also preceded in death by a grandson, Jody Blankenship; five sisters, Virginia Blankenship, Veta Ledford, Viola Doyle, Rosie
Williamson and Annie Clampitt; three brothers, Earl, George and Maurice Doyle;
a daughter-in-law, Glenda
Blankenship; and a son-in-law, Sammy Stamey.
Surviving are a daughter,
Patricia Stamey, of Hayesville; three sons,
Henry Blankenship, of Cathlamet, Wash. and William
Howard and Charles Blankenship and wife, Shirlee, all of Hayesville; 11
grandchildren, Alice Townsend, Alisha
Blankenship, Glenn and Kate Scroggs, Jeremy Blankenship,
Junior and Mike Gibson, Karen Arness, Kelly Blankenship,
Traci Bacon and Tommy Brown; countless great-grandchildren and
great-great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.
Graveside services were held at 12 pm, Wednesday, Oct. 23, at Union
Hill Cemetery with Rev. Kurt Ledford officiating. Pallbearers were Phil
Cantley, Ed Snowden, Timmy Bacon, Tommy Brown, Jason McClure and Tony Reed. Honorary pallbearers were Jackie
McClure and Andy Blankenship. Ivie Funeral Home, Hayesville,
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Cleveland
+2016, Casar, Cleveland Co.,
NC, Obituary
Published in Shelby Star
on Nov. 22, 2016
Mr. Richard David "Rick" Morrison, 70, went to be with
the Lord on Nov. 20, 2016. He was born on Oct. 25, 1946, in Cleveland County,
NC, a son of the late Earl and Ethel Bridges Morrison.
Mr. Morrison was a member of St. Paul Baptist Church where he was a
former Sunday School teacher and was retired as a
guard from the NC Department of Corrections is Shelby. Mr. Morrison was a
loving husband, father and grandfather.
In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his
father-in-law, James Davis.
Survivors include his wife of 50 years, Gale, of the home; a son
and daughter-in-law, David and Charlotte Morrison; a daughter and son-in-law, Wendy and Todd
Blankenship; four beloved grandchildren, Summer Morrison, Randy, Aidan and
Emma Blankenship; mother-in-law, Leola Davis; three brothers and
sisters-in-law, Donald and Margaret Morrison; Jimmy and Dianne Morrison and
Tommy and Beth Morrison.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m., Wednesday, Nov. 23, 2016,
at St. Paul Baptist Church, with the Rev. Keith Fulbright officiating. Burial
will be in the church cemetery.
From:
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Edward
Todd Blankenship – b.20Dec1969 - Shelby, NC: https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:KY5Q-H93
Relatives
- Charles David Blankenship, David C. Blankenship, Davy H. Blankenship, Dianne
Blankenship, Eddie Alford Blankenship, Lisa Weaver Blankenship, Todd
Blankenship, Wendy Morrison Blankenship.
2016, Shelby, Cleveland Co.,
NC, Obituary
The Daily Courier,
(Forest City, NC) - June 7, 2016
Mr. Johnny Ray Church, 52, of Shelby, NC, died Monday, June 6, 2016
at Hospice House of Forest City, [Rutherford Co.,] NC.
Born in Melbourne, FL, he was a son of the late Ray Alton Church and Marie
Kelly Robinson.
Johnny worked as a machine operator for Boyd Corporation, Gaffney,
SC, and was a United States Marine Corps veteran. He was also an avid NASCAR
fan and enjoyed many other sports and history.
In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by a
brother, Timothy Joe Church.
Survivors include his Aunt Vernie Jones, who welcomed him into her
home and raised Johnny until adulthood; his stepfather, Charles Robinson; a
daughter, Brittany Rae Tipler of Michigan; brothers, Dwayne Church and wife Lee
of Hendersonville, NC; Chip Jones and wife Amy of Boiling Springs, NC, and
Joshua Dyer and wife Brittany of Shelby, NC; sisters, Sherry Blankenship and husband
Randy of Lincoln Park, MI, Janet Holtsclaw and husband Danny of
Ellenboro, NC, Jaime Benson and husband Kris of Huntersville, NC, Susie Taylor
of Charlotte, NC, Gail Beason and husband Donnie of Cherr yville, NC, Debbie
Godwin and husband Zach of Shelby, NC; nieces
and nephews, Landon Holtsclaw, Justin Blankenship , Taylor
Blankenship , Molly Blankenship , Sam Church, Caleb Ward, Elli Benson
and Jaylyn Dyer, and special aunts and cousins.
A memorial service will be held at 6 o'clock in the evening on
Thursday, June 9, 2016 at Race Path Baptist Church with the Rev. Randall Cooper
and the Rev. Dale Gilbert officiating. Following the service, military honors
will be accorded by the Rutherford County Honor Guard.
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Randy Orville Blankenship –
b.08Mar1960 - Lincoln Park, MI: https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:KYM8-95Q
Relatives - Orville
Blankenship, Rhonda Florence Blankenship, Robin F Blankenship, Ruth
Blankenship, Sherry Lynn Blankenship
+2015,
Shelby, Cleveland Co., NC, Obituary
The Courier-Tribune,
(Asheboro, NC) - July 16, 2016
Robert "Bob" Lee Edwards, 80 [1936], died Friday, July 15, 2016, at Carolinas Healthcare
System-Cleveland. A native of Mitchell County, he was the son of the late Fred
and Gladys Garland Edwards.
Bob served in the Air Force. He was a charter member of Landmark
Baptist Church and worked, along with his wife, Marie, as a long-distance truck
driver, traveling the United States. They were former owners of Southernaire
Mobile Home Park. Bob loved flying his airplane, trips to the beach and motor
home travel. He was a wonderful, loving and caring father and husband, who
loved to spend time with his family.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife,
Marie Morton Edwards; and brother, Bruce
Blankenship.
He is survived by daughters, Brenda Johnson and husband E. J.,
Candy Allen and husband Ronnie, all of Asheboro; adopted daughter, Kerstin
Lemke and husband Ralf of Germany; son, Terry Davis of Asheboro; adopted son,
Steven Edwards of Shelby; sister, Susan Gardner and husband Mike of Asheville;
five grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m., Tuesday, July 19, 2016,
at Landmark Baptist Church. Burial will be in Salisbury National Cemetery at a
later date. Officiating will be the Rev. Allen Davis and Pastor Rick Byerly.
From:
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1940 Census, Cane River
Twp., Yancey Co., NC,
Blankenship, Gladys 21, F, NC, Head,
Married,
Blankenship, Bruce 01, M, NC, Son,
https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/KW7B-34T
1940 Census, Bakersville Twp., Mitchell Co., NC,
Garland,
Jesse Head, M, 47, NC,
Garland,
Oma Wife, F, 39, NC,
Garland,
Irene Dau, F, 18, NC,
Garland,
Ray Son, M, 15, NC,
Garland,
Madge Dau, F, 14, NC,
Garland,
Doris Dau, F, 12, NC,
Edwards,
Bobby GSon, M, 03, NC,
https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:KW3T-8QK
2017, Shelby, Cleveland Co.,
NC, Obituary
Published in Shelby Star
on May 6, 2017
Mrs. Mae Ruth Scruggs Moss, age 95, of Shelby, went home to be with
the Lord on Friday, May 5, 2017, at her residence. She was born on Oct. 21,
1921, in Cliffside, NC, to the late James S. and Minnie Blackwell Scruggs.
She was a member of Mount Sinai Baptist Church and was a garment
inspector.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by husband of
60 years, Thomas "Tom" L. Moss, Sr.; one son, Thomas
"Tommy" L. Moss, Jr.; daughter-in-law, Mary F. Moss; son-in-law, J.
L. Morehead, Jr.; two sisters, Ruby S. Bridges and Louise S. Elmore; and one
brother, Mason Scruggs.
Mrs. Moss is survived by one daughter, Janice M. Morehead (J.L.) of
Shelby; one grandson, Jamie K. Rhyne of Greenville, SC; granddaughters, Nickie M. Wright (Paul) of Shelby, Debbie
R. Blankenship (Grant) of Macon, Georgia, Juli R. Ward (Bill) of Greer, SC, and Angela
M. Williams (David) of Morganton; great-grandchildren, Hunter L. Wright of
Shelby, Henry T. Blankenship of Macon, Georgia, Stella
Blankenship of Macon, Georgia, Justin Williams (Ashley) of Pittsburgh,
Pennsylvania, and Sarah Williams of Chicago, Illinois; one sister-in-law,
Laladge J. Moss (Leland) of Earl; one brother-in-law, James A. Moss; numerous
nieces and nephews; her cat named Molly; and her dog named P.J.
The funeral service will be conducted at 3 p.m., on Sunday, May 7,
2017, at Mount Sinai Baptist Church, with Pastor Tim Trexler to officiate.
Special Music will be provided by the church choir. Graveside service and
interment will follow at Stateline Baptist Church Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Paul A. Wright,
Jamie K. Rhyne, David Williams, Bill Ward, Grant Blankenship,
Hunter Wright, and Henry Blankenship.
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Grant
T. Blankenship – b.17Oct1975 –Macon, GA: https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:2SD7-GVC
Relatives
- Carleen S. Blankenship, Chris Blankenship, Debbie M. Phyne, Debbie R.
Blankenship, George T. Blankenship Sr, Melanie S. Blankenship.
+2017, Shelby,
Cleveland Co., NC, Obituary
The Gaston Gazette,
(Gastonia, NC) - November 7, 2017
Patricia Champion, 74, died Sunday, Nov. 5, 2017, at Testa Hospice
House in Kings Mountain, [Cleveland Co., NC].
Born June 10, 1943, she was the daughter of the late Jenkins Morrison and Lillian
Viola Blankenship Morrison.
Graveside service will be held 11 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 8, at
Elizabeth Baptist Church. Cecil M. Burton Funeral Home and Crematory is serving
the family. http://www.cecilmburtonfuneralhome.com/
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Columbus
+2017, Riegelwood, Columbus Co.,
NC, Obituary
Charleston Gazette-Mail (WV)
- December 20, 2017
Kelly Sue Tinney Kesterson, 44, of Riegelwood, NC, went home
suddenly to be with the Lord on Sunday, December 17, 2017, at her residence.
She was born on February 24, 1973, in Richwood, to Jack "Rabbit" and
the late Sharon "Lovey" Ward Tinney.
Kelly was a 1992 graduate of Richwood High School She moved to NC
in 1994, but her heart was always at home in West Virginia. She was a loving
and caring wife, mother, daughter, sister, aunt, God Mother and friend. Kelly
loved all her family and friends unconditionally, she
always tried to be with them every chance she could. She always seen the good
in others and she was one of a kind. She could always make you smile or laugh.
Kelly was a stay-at-home mom, which she enjoyed. She also enjoyed crocheting,
doing genealogy, camping, being at the lake and spending time with loved ones.
She was a very proud mother and loved her sons to the moon and back, and she
loved her husband dearly.
She is the granddaughter of
the late Esker and Flossie Blankenship Ward of Craigsville, and the late
Bertha O'Dell Shaver and the late Paul Tinney of Richwood.
Kelly is survived by her husband of 21 years, Robert
"Bobby" Kesterson; two sons: her oldest Dekota Lee and youngest Dylan
Levi, both at home; her father, Jack "Rabbit" Tinney, Richwood; younger
sister, Wendy Tinney and husband Shawn Griffith and their sons, Lil Shawn and
Greyson of Richwood; baby-brother, Jack Tinney II and wife Tiffani and their
son Kolton of Richwood; many other nieces and nephews. Kelly was also a God
Mother to Ta'mani Brown and M. J. Brown of Riegelwood, NC, and loved them like
her own.
Funeral service will be held at 3 p.m. Thursday, December 21, at
Simons-Coleman Funeral Home, Richwood. Interment will be at Mt. View Memorial
Park, Richwood. Kelly will be laid to rest near her mother, Lovey, on Hinkle
Mountain in Richwood.
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1940
Census, Beaver District, Nicholas Co., WV,
Ward,
Esker 28, M, WV,
Head,
Ward,
Flossie 25, F, WV,
Wife,
Ward,
Eugene 04, M, WV, Son,
Ward,
Jesse 02, M, WV,
Son,
Ward,
Dessie Mae 02, F, WV, Dau,
Ward,
Sterling 01, M, WV, Son,
Kight,
Joseph 76, M, WV,
Lodger,
https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:K7ZX-RD6
Craven
+2016,
Dover,
Craven
Co., NC, Obituary
Published in The News
& Observer on May 28,2016
Heather Dae Blankenship, 43
[April 6, 1973],
Dover, died 05-23-2016.
Arrangements: Smith F. S., Greenville
From:
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+2017, Havelock, Craven
Co., NC, Death
Published in The News & Observer on Jan. 12,
2017
Charles H. Blankenship, 79, Havelock, died
01-11-2017.
Arrangements: Munden F.H., Havelock.
From:
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+2017, Havelock, Craven
Co., NC, Obituary
http://www.mundenfhhavelock.com/notices/Charles-Blankenship
Charles “Chuck” Henry Blankenship, 79, of Havelock, passed away Wednesday, January
11, 2017 at Carteret Health Care, [Morehead City, Carteret Co., NC] following an extended illness. He was born March
4, 1937 in Jackson, Alabama
Charles dedicated his life to serving his
country, community and family. He retired as a Master Sergeant, with 22
years in the Marine Corps. He then held various positions in civil service and
private industry, supporting the military. He previously served as a City of
Havelock Administrator and past President of Havelock Civitan Club. He was also
a current member of the Trinity Presbyterian Church.
He was preceded in death by his father,
William Henry Blankenship and mother, Mamie Emogene Blankenship; sister, Trudi Clarke; 4 half sisters and 3 half brothers.
He is survived by his wife, of 51
years, Betty Blankenship; daughters, Sandra Danak and husband Zachary, and Lisa Marie Fontenot;
son, Kenneth Blankenship and wife Gloria; grandchildren, Andrew Danak
and fiancée Leah Dew, Lindsay Danak, Amy
Blankenship Capiallo, Ashley Valentine; 6 great
grandchildren; sister, Martha Peacock; and sister-in-law, Sadie Fell.
His funeral will be held 2:00, Saturday,
January 14, 2017 at the Trinity Presbyterian Church with Pastor Tim Havlicek
officiating. Interment will follow at the Forest Oaks Cemetery, Havelock.
2018, New Bern, Craven
Co., NC, Obituary
Sun Journal (New
Bern, NC) - February 8, 2018
Barbara Jean Riggs, 74, New Bern, died Tuesday, Feb. 6, 2018, at
her residence. She was the daughter of the late James Carmino and Barbara
Witzel Cando.
She was a beautiful mother and grandmother and will be greatly
missed by everyone who knew her.
In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her sister
Esther Bunch.
She is survived by her children, Albert Riggs Jr. and wife Tina of
New Bern, and William A. Riggs and wife Andrea of Newport, Laura Connor and
husband Ronny of New Bern, and Donna Jones and husband Tommy of Vanceboro;
three brothers, James Cando, Jr. of Lake Gaston, NC, David Cando and Robert
Mark Cando both of Virginia Beach; three sisters Theresa Nelson and Mary
Hardesty both of Virginia Beach and Catherine Kreismanis of Georgia; eleven grandchildren Jason McIllwain, Christi
Blankenship and husband S/Sgt
Joseph Blankenship , Hannah Mathison, Kayla Connor, Joshua Connor, S/Sgt. Gabriel
Riggs, Kaitlyn Riggs, Hannah Mae Riggs, Sara Gail Riggs, Elijah James Riggs and
Rayna Grace Riggs; and great-grandson
Joseph Lane Blankenship.
The funeral service will be at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, February 13, at
Pollock-Best Funeral Home, officiated by Graham Carroll. Burial will be in New
Bern Memorial Cemetery.
From:
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Cumberland
2016, Fayetteville, Cumberland Co.,
NC, Obituary
The Fayetteville Observer,
(NC) - December 6, 2016
On December 2, 2016, Heather M. C. Dube, 76, of Fayetteville was
granted her angel wings in her home with family by her side. Heather was born
to Wilfred Edmund and Elsie McDonnell on September 26, 1940 in Ottawa, Canada.
After several years traveling and living abroad, she came back to
the USA and settled in North Carolina to live with her family. She finally
achieved American citizenship on September 24, 1982. Heather Dube was a strong,
loving person with a magnetic smile and a generous heart. She was devoted to
family and friends alike.
She had two brothers, Bruce McDonnell who has preceded her in death
and Douglas McDonnell and wife, Lorna who reside in Canada.
She is survived by her husband, Walter Dube; only son, Clay Aldrich
and wife, Rene; her daughters, Wendy Russell and husband, David, Robin
Ethington and husband, David, Michelle Aldrich Pinney, and Jean Landon;
thirteen grandchildren, Cara Holzhauser, Austin Aldrich, Alexandria Aldrich,
Jon Kissick, Lianna Switzer and husband, Christopher, Julia Sugden and husband,
Larry, Frankie Koon, Jordan Ethington, Raven Horne and husband, Jeremy, Cierra
and Cayla Patten, Damian Pinney, Benjamin Cowles, Jerimiah Southerland and
wife, Erin and Faith Landon; eleven great
grandchildren, Charley Ayn Kissick, Elyssa Blankenship,
Christopher Jr. and Matthew Switzer, Xavier, Alex and Zachary Horne, Ethan
McLaurin, Danny and Olivia Southerland, and Evelyn Lewis; one great great
grandson, Aiden Baughn; also surviving several nieces, nephews, and great
nieces and great nephews and cousins.
A memorial service will be held at 11 am Wednesday, December 7,
2016 in St. Matthews United Methodist Church with Rev. Matt Seales officiating.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2017, Fayetteville,
Cumberland Co., NC, Death
https://secure.funeralhomehosting.com/fyt/notices/James-Blankenship
James
Earl Blankenship,
75, July 30, 1942, passed away on Monday, August 14, 2017
He
is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Emma Lou Blankenship of Fayetteville, NC.; two sons: Jonah Blankenship and his wife Sandra of Grays Creek, NC.,
Paul Blankenship and his wife Angela of Fayetteville,
NC.; one daughter: Michelle Blankenship of Fayetteville, NC.; two brothers: Merrell Blankenship, Jr. of Rock Hill, SC., Joe Blankenship of Logan, OH; four grandchildren:
Christian, Owen, Athenia and Elyssa; three great-grandchildren: Aiden, Summer
and Tianna.
A
small family and friend service will be held in memory of the life of James
Earl Blankenship, from 10:30 -11:30 on the morning of Saturday, August 19th at
Gray's Creek Station 18 Fire Dept. The address is 7010 Fire Department Road,
Hope Mills, NC 28348.
Posted on FB by: Kathy Blankenship Lester
+2018, Fayetteville,
Cumberland Co., NC, Funeral
Published in Fayetteville
Observer from Nov. 15 to Nov. 16, 2018
George Washington Blankenship, 71 [1947], Fayetteville, died
November 14, 2018.
Funeral Service 3 p.m. Sunday, November 18, 2018 Rogers and Breece
Funeral Home Chapel. Rogers and Breece Funeral Home.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2019, Fayetteville,
Cumberland Co., NC, Obituary
The Fayetteville Observer,
(NC) - June 21, 2019
Ruth Louise Smotherman, 85 of Fayetteville, died Thursday, June 20,
2019.
Louise was a Certified Jr. Bowling Coach and made Lafayette Lanes
her home spending time with the children and bowling on several leagues. She
was also Secretary of the Dixie League for over 40 years.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 65 years, Johnie
Smotherman, Jr.
She is survived by her daughters,
Linda Jackson and husband Stuart, Judy Blankenship and husband Glenn;
sons, Johnie Smotherman, Larry Smotherman and wife Sandra; 8 grandchildren; 8
great grandchildren; brother, Charles "Buddy" Nooner; sister, Cordia
Mae Sanson.
Funeral services will be held on Monday, June 24, 2019, at 1 pm, at
Jernigan-Warren Chapel with the Rev. Floyd Benfield officiating. Burial will
follow in Cumberland Memorial Gardens.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Cumberland
Co., NC, Marriage; https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:QPSM-PCCF
Glenn
Edward Blankenship, 28Sep1952 - Judy Ann Smotherman, 15Sep1954 – m.21Apr1971
+2019, Lafayette, Cumberland Co.,
NC, Obituary
The Fayetteville Observer,
(NC) - June 21, 2019
Silvie Clay Kirby, 86, of Lafayette, passed away on June 15, 2019,
at Sumner Regional Medical Center in Gallatin,
[Sumner Co., TN]. He
was born on March 10, 1933, in Lafayette, one of 13 children born to the late
Connie D. and Minnie (Blankenship) Kirby.
Clay proudly served his country in the United States Army in Korea
as an engineer. He worked at General Motors for 30 years as a skilled
tradesman.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by: a
daughter, Caylynn Mroczek; brothers, C.D. Kirby, Cody Kirby, John Kirby, Paul
Kirby, Jake Kirby, Larry Kirby and Roger Kirby; sisters, Lorraine Payne, Nancy
Burdette, Linda Knyra, Evelyn English, Margie Hall; and special brother/nephew,
Philip Lynn Stringer.
Clay is survived by: his son, Klay Kirby (and wife, Cathy) Kirby of
Columbus, Ohio; daughters, Sylvia Hutton of Nashville, Anola Dennis (and
husband, Rick) of Kokomo, Indiana; beloved niece, Angela Ray (and husband,
Willie) of Lafayette; grandchildren, Benjamin Kirby of Kokomo, Indiana; Joshua
Kirby (and wife, Teresa) of Charlotte, North Carolina; Graham Dennis (and wife,
Sarah) of Kokomo, Will Dennis of Kokomo, Luke Dennis of Kokomo; six
great-grandchildren; mother of children, Shirley Moore Kirby of Kokomo; special
sister-in-law/niece, Lorraine Stringer of Kokomo; brother-in-law, Terry Hall of
Goodlettsville; sister-in-law, Linda Kirby Overstreet; and a host of nieces and
nephews.
Funeral services were conducted on June 16, 2019, from the chapel
of the Anderson & Son Funeral Home in Lafayette, with Rick Dennis and Brent
Hall and officiating. Interment was held in Galen Cemetery, with military
honors. Willie Ray, Jason Kirby, Grahm Dennis, Luke Dennis, Will Dennis and
Garrison Hughes served as pallbearers. Anderson & Son
Funeral Home in Lafayette.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2016, Spring Lake,
Cumberland Co., NC, Obituary
http://www.tributes.com/obituary/show/Flora-Jean-Blankenship-104278509
Flora Jean Blankenship - May 4, 1933 - December 21,
2016 - Spring Lake, North Carolina
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2016, Spring Lake,
Cumberland Co., NC, Obituary
http://www.adcockfuneralandcrematory.com/home/index.cfm/obituaries/view/fh_id/15105/id/4046931
Flora Jean Owen Blankenship, 83, passed away Wednesday, December 21, 2016, in
Universal Healthcare in Lillington, [Harnett Co.,]
NC.
Jean is preceded in death by her father,
Arlis Deams Owen.
Surviving are sons, Brad Smith and
William Edgar Smith, Jr.; daughters, Patricia Jean Smith and Denise Rae Smith;
mother, Verna J. Owen; brother, A.D. Owen; and sisters, Arlene Tibbetts and
Vone Purcell. She is also survived by seventeen grandchildren, thirty-five
great grandchildren and one great, great grandchild.
A graveside funeral service and
entombment will be held on Friday, December 30, 2016, at 2:00 PM in Cumberland
Memorial Gardens in Fayetteville, NC with Rev. Bill Altman officiating.
Dare
+2019, Kill Devil
Hills, Dare Co., NC, Obituary
(Published as The
Coastland Times, (NC)) - August 14, 2019
On Sunday August 11, 2019 Rhonda Michelle Wilson-May
passed away unexpectedly while at home in Kill Devil Hills, NC.
"Shelly" as most knew her, was 48 [1971]. She was the daughter of the late Judy Lee Blankenship of
Portsmouth, VA.
Shelly leaves behind her son, Zachary Wilson and her daughter,
McKenna May, both of Picayune, Mississippi; her father, Richard Blankenship of Dallas, Texas; one brother, James Blankenship
(Sharon) of Missouri; one sister, Lucretia Duff
of Kill Devil Hills; her fiancée, Josh Johnson of the Kill Devil Hills, NC
residence as well as several aunts, uncles, cousins and extended family members
and friends.
The family's plans for a private memorial service are pending at
this time. Gallop Funeral Services.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Davidson
2019, Davidson Co.,
NC, Obituary
The Dispatch,
(Lexington, NC) - October 4, 2019
Frank Junior Johnson Sr., 83, died late Wednesday evening on
October 2, 2019 in the comfort of his home in Davidson County. A native of McDowell County, West Virginia, born on March 8, 1936,
a son to the late Frank A. Johnson and Virgie Eftelle Sweeney.
As a child Frank attended the McDowell County School System. He
began his thirty-year career in the Mining Industry in West Virginia in which
he retired from. He then began working in the Furniture Industry on the
assembly line at Leggett and Platt for more than seventeen years. He was of
Baptist faith.
Preceding him in death are parents, four brothers, Robert Kindoll,
Willie Kindoll, JC Johnson, Donald Johnson, threesisters, Anita Hutchinson,
Mary Golden, Ethal Lawson, two daughters,
Birdie Johnson, and Elizabeth Blankenship, a son-in-law, John Tolliver, two grandsons, Dewayne Blankenship, Robert Addair, two granddaughters,
Melissa Lester, and Leann Atwell.
He leaves behind a wife of twenty years and soul mate for more than
thirty years, Mrs. Delores Lane Johnson, a son, Frank Johnson Jr. and four
daughters of West Virginia, Vickie Sparks (Timmy), Michelle Coe, Agnes Atwell
(James), and Rosetta Tolliver, one daughter, Jocelyn Johnson of South Carolina,
one daughter, Patricia Kennedy (Ricky) of North Carolina, and one daughter,
Diane Addair (Tommy) of Virginia, two step-daughters, Christina White, and
Tammy Smith of North Carolina, one sister, Sandy Pruette of North Carolina,
several grandchildren, and multiple great grandchildren and great-great
grandchildren.
A graveside service will be held at Brookhill Memorial Gardens in
Rockwell, North Carolina at 2:00 pm on October 7, 2019, with Rev. Billy Wayne
Boone officiating. Davie Burial & Cremation of Lexington
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2018, Churchland,
Davidson Co., NC, Obituary
Salisbury Post (NC)
- February 4, 2018
Irene Ketchie Parker Clark, 86, of the Churchland Community, went
to be with her Lord on Thursday, Feb. 1, 2018 at her residence. Born May 1,
1931 in Wehadkee, Ala., she was the daughter of the late Claude and Mary
Middlebrooks Ketchie.
Mrs. Clark graduated from Spencer High School where she was
Valedictorian for the Class of 1949. She was employed by R. W. Normans of
Salisbury before retiring. Mrs. Clark was a member of Yadkin United Church and
was known for the cookies she baked.
She was preceded in death by her first husband, Ned Ingram Parker
Jr. on March 24, 1972; her second husband, W. P "Bill" Clark on Jan.
13, 1994; her sister, Betty Brinkley; and her brother, Frank Ketchie.
Those left to cherish her memory are her children, Don Parker and
wife Diana of Tyro, Trudy Hassenplug and husband Bill of Wesley Chapel and
Bryan Parker and wife Janice of Gastonia; grandchildren, Dan Hurd and wife
Jessica, Ned Hurd and wife Nicole, Neal Parker, Graham Parker and fiancé Megan
Klein, Byron Parker, Mary Parker and Ben Parker; great-grandchildren, Alexis Hurd Blankenship and husband Caleb,
Savannah Hurd and significant other Nolan Crooks, Kayla Hurd and Nathan Hurd.
Funeral services will be conducted Monday, Feb 5, 2018 at 2 p.m. at
the Summersett Memorial Chapel with the Rev. Joe Barbee and Rev. Vickie Hughes
officiating. Interment will follow at Rowan Memorial Park Memorials.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2016, Denton, Davidson
Co., NC, Obituary
http://www.hayworth-miller.com/obituaries/obituary-listings?obId=907800#/obituaryInfo
Mary Edith Blankenship Stepp, 76, passed away Wednesday,
May 18, 2016 at Hinkle Hospice Home [Lexington,
Davidson Co., NC]. She was born on November 11, 1939 in Wyoming County, WV to James
Sherman and Donzil Paynter Blankenship.
Mary owned and operated Mary’s Pillows for 26 years. She loved to
garden and enjoyed cooking for her entire family. She loved to spend time with
her family. She will be missed by all who knew her.
In addition to her parents, Mary was preceded in death by one son,
John Stepp; and two brothers, Lee and Sherman
Blankenship.
Surviving are her husband of 57 years, Berman H. Stepp; a daughter,
Pamela J. Stepp; two sons, Michael L. Stepp, Sr. and wife Vicky, James M.
Stepp, Sr. and wife Cathy; six grandchildren and six great grandchildren; five brothers, James
Donald Blankenship and wife Annie, William Boyd Blankenship and
wife Susie, Teddy Junior Blankenship and wife Shelia, Clettie Dean Blankenship and
wife Denice and Densil Blankenship; four sisters Myrtle Jean Lambert, Joyce Elaine Johnson and husband Paul, Hazel Marie Cook
and husband Larry, Linda Lou Mitchell and husband Kevin and numerous nieces and nephews.
A Celebration of Life Service will be conducted at 5:00 p.m.
Saturday, May 21, 2016 at Taylors Grove Church with Pastor Tommy Tysinger
officiating.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2016, Lexington,
Davidson Co., NC, Obituary
Andy Steven Blankenship, age 46, of High Rock Shores
Drive in Lexington, passed away Thursday, October 13, 2016 at his home. Mr.
Blankenship was born on March 24, 1970 in Wyoming County, WV to Jerry Blankenship and Gaynell
Brinkley Blankenship.
He was an avid golfer, and loved Alabama football (Roll Tide Roll),
four wheeling, and the Oakland Raiders. He also loved dogs, and enjoyed
spending time with family and friends.
He was preceded in death by his mother.
Surviving are his loving wife,
Jennifer McCarty Blankenship of the home, two sons; A. J. Blankenship of
the home, and Cody Blankenship of Princeton, WV, one daughter, his father; Jerry Blankenship of
Pineville, WV, 2
sisters, and one granddaughter.
A funeral service will be held at 2:00 pm on Monday, October 17,
2016 in the Davidson Funeral Home Chapel in Lexington with the Rev. James Byers
officiating. The burial will be held at 2:00 pm on Tuesday, October 18, 2016 at
the Grandview Memorial Gardens in Bluefield, VA.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2016, Lexington, Davidson Co.,
NC, Death
http://www.journalnow.com/obituaries/
Bonnie Sue Blankenship, 66, died Wednesday,
November 23, 2016.
Service arrangements will be announced by Davie Burial &
Cremation Service of Lexington.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2016, Lexington, Davidson Co.,
NC, Obituary
http://www.the-dispatch.com/obituaries/20161125/bonnie-miss-b-blankenship
Bonnie Sue Blankenship, 66, known to many as “Miss B,” died Wednesday,
Nov. 23, 2016. Born November 14, 1950, in Mingo, WV, she was the daughter of
the late Fred and Edith Blankenship.
“Miss B” retired from Sealy Mattress Co.
after 45 years of service. She was a faithful member of Freedom Baptist Church
where she served in the nursery for 35 years. She also had a love for cooking
and shared her creations with many people.
Preceding her in death were her parents,
four brothers and three sisters.
She is survived by two brothers, Freddie
and Ralph Blankenship, and two sisters, Wilma
Lockhart and Mary
Banks, all of West Virginia, plus a number of nieces, nephews and friends.
Memorial service will be at 3 p.m. Sunday
at Freedom Baptist Church in Lexington, officiated by the Rev. Clyde Akers.
Committal will be at 10 a.m. Monday in Forest Hill Memorial Park.
2017, Lexington, Davidson Co.,
NC, Obituary
The Dispatch,
(Lexington, NC) - February 3, 2017
Dowery Wayne Phillips, age 82 of Freewood Road, Lexington passed
away Thursday night February 2, 2017 at Lexington Health Care. He was born in
Davidson County November 19, 1934 to Hoke Phillips and Nellie Wood Phillips.
Wayne was a retired employee of Lexington Furniture Industries and
was a lifelong member of Friendship United Methodist Church. He served his
country in the US Army. Among other interests, he greatly appreciated the work
of local artists.
He was preceded in death by his parents and his wife, Loretta Young
Phillips.
Surviving are his daughter, Lea Ann Lopez and husband Tony of
Charlotte; grandson, Matthew Phillip Lopez of Charlotte; a sister, Charlene
Phillips of Lexington and a niece, Joanie
Blankenship of Lexington.
Funeral service will be held 11:00 AM Monday, February 6, 2017 at
Forest Hill Memorial Park Mausoleum Chapel with Rev. Doug Pryor officiating.
Burial will follow at Forest Hill Memorial Park.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2017, Lexington,
Davidson Co., NC, Obituary
The Dispatch,
(Lexington, NC) - December 7, 2017
Cleda Ann Lester Lilly age 49 of Lake Drive, Lexington passed away
Tuesday December 5, 2017 at her home. Cleda was born March 8. 1968 in McDowell County WV, to Jay Lester
and Evelyn Bledsoe Lester.
She was a homemaker.
Her mother preceded her in death.
Surviving are her husband, Tracy Lilly of
the home. A son, Zackeriah Coe Paynter (Katlyn) of Clemmons
and a daughter, Lauren Paschal (Thomas) of Lexington. Her
grandchildren, Alexis Paschal, Reese Paschal, Brayden Hedrick and Addison
Paynter. Her brothers, Lawrence Lester and Jay Lester
(Necole) and sisters, Norma Blankinship (David) and Veta Whitley (Jim) all of WV. Also
surviving are her mother in law, Peggy Hoosier of
Lexington.
A funeral service will be 2:00 pm Saturday December 9, 2017 at Mile
2 Church where she was a member, conducted by Rev Bradley Testerman and burial
to follow at Forest Hill Memorial Park.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2018, Lexington, Davidson Co.,
NC, Obituary
The Review,
(Alliance, OH) - June 21, 2018
Stephanie (Steph) Ann Rohr Baddeley, 46, of Lexington, NC, passed
away on Saturday, June 16, 2018. She was born Sept. 23, 1971, to Roger Donald
Rohr and Ruth Maureen Frank Schlabig in Stark County, OH.
Steph married Clifford Lee Baddeley on March 13, 1992. She was a
lover of life. Steph enjoyed riding with friends, but even more she enjoyed her
grandbabies. She was a loving and caring mother. Steph will be missed by many.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 15 years, Clifford Lee
Baddeley, in 2007; step father, Paul Schlabig; maternal grandfather, Robert
Frank; paternal grandparents, Donald and Mary Jane Rohr.
Surviving are her three loving daughters,
Jennifer Baddeley (Michael Vespi), Ashley Baddeley (Max McCurry) and Katie
Baddeley (Tyler Blankenship ); two grandchildren, Jaxton Abel-Lee Bishop and Macie
Leigh Blankenship; her mother, Ruth Schlabig; her father, Roger Rohr (Karen); her
grandmother, Mary Frank; eight siblings, Chris Rohr, Dan Rohr (Jane), Robert
Rohr (Susan), Joy Rohr Muniz, Nick Rohr (Jen), Angie Frank (Michael), Michael
Rohr (Zack), Tiffany Bailey (Brigmann); many nieces, nephews, extended family
and friends.
In honor of Steph's favorite night of the week, an informal
gathering of friends was held on "Bike Night", Thursday, June 21,
2018, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the JC Green and Sons Funeral Home in Thomasville,
NC. Following the gathering there was a final ride in honor of Steph.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2019, Lexington,
Davidson Co., NC, Obituary
The Dispatch,
(Lexington, NC) - February 18, 2019
Sarah Yarbrough Trogdon, 32, of Old Pasture Road in Lexington
passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, February 16, 2019, at her home. She was
born in Davidson County on January 8, 1987, to Ronnie Yarbrough and Kelly
Greene Yarbrough.
Sarah was a stay-at-home mom.
Surviving are her husband, Matthew (Matt) Trogdon, of the home;
daughters, Kindrey Trogdon, Kiley Trogdon, Kelsey Trogdon, Karah Trogdon,
Kadence Trogdon; parents, Ronnie and Kelly Yarbrough of Linwood; father-in-law
and mother-in-law, Steve and Karen Trogdon of Lexington; grandmother, Zella
Yarbrough of Lexington; grandmothers-in-law, Colleen Curry and Doris Trogdon,
both of Lexington; brothers, Paul Yarbrough (Kristen); sisters, Valli Conrad (Caroline Conrad) of Linwood, Lisa Smith, Amy
Blankenship (Bobby), both of Lexington; brother-in-law, Chad Trogdon (Melissa); nephews, Tyler and Evan Trogdon, Noah
and John Luke Yarbrough, Landyn Blankenship, Owen Watson; nieces, Haley Trogdon,
Izzy, Allie, Ella, Emmie Yarbrough, Caeley and Savannah Smith.
A funeral service will be held 3 pm, Thursday, February 21, at
Charity Baptist Church with Pastor Brady Lowery officiating the service. Burial
will follow at Barnes Cemetery. Davidson Funeral Home in
Lexington.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Bobby
might be Linn Annsley Blankenship? JIM
2019, Lexington, Davidson Co.,
NC, Obituary
The Dispatch,
(Lexington, NC) - March 21, 2019
Vetis Mae Coppley Rummage, 87, wife of the late Bill Rummage of
Lexington, NC passed away at home Tuesday, March 19, 2019. Born November 28,
1931 in Lexington, NC, she was the daughter of the late George (Franklin) Lee
Coppley and Lena Mae Fritts Coppley.
She attended Linwood School, worked at Philpot Furniture and LFI
Plant 8 until her retirement. Up until recent years she was an active member of
Jersey Baptist Church in Linwood, NC. She loved baking and made special
occasion cakes for many people in the community and her family.
In addition to her husband Bill and parents Frank and Lena, she was
preceded in death by two brothers, George Coppley and Bob Coppley, two nephews,
Devin Stokes and Robert Coppley.
She is survived by her Sister Martha Coppley Stokes (Don) of
Spanish Fork, UT, a daughter, Barbara Younts (Danny), a son Tim Rummage (
Margaret) , a son, Todd Rummage, ( Vicki) all of Lexington, NC; six
grandchildren: Joseph Younts, (Kecia), of Venice, FL, Melissa McCollum,
(Patrick), Rebekah Musgrave, (David), Jennifer Jacobs all of Lexington, NC,
Clay Rummage, (Nikki) of Fairbanks, AK, and Christy Bruff, (Josh Henke) of Kill
Devil Hills, NC; three step-grandchildren:
Larry Carty, Angela Keen, and Adam Blankenship all
of Lexington, NC; fourteen great grandchildren: Jeremiah Musgrave ( Zoe) of
Greensboro, NC , Wyatt Musgrave (Savannah) , Morgan Musgrave, Dakota Jacobs and
Russell Hartley all of Lexington, NC, Gracie Jacobs, Jayde Bruff, Taryn Bruff,
and Jaxton Henke all of Kill Devil Hills, NC, Dewy Jacobs of Ormond Beach, FL,
Jacob Younts and Zachary Younts of Venice, Florida, and Christopher and Ayden
Rummage of Fairbanks, AK.; eleven step-
great grandchildren, Savannah
Carty, Brook Carty, Alassa Carty, Bailey Carty, Eric Keene, Madie Hayes,
Zachary Hubbard, Charliegh Blankenship , Alizabeth
Blankenship , Emilee Blankenship and Addie Blankenship of
Lexington, NC; and a great great grandson: Declan Musgrave. Several
nieces and nephews.
A Celebration of Life service will begin at 2:00 pm, Saturday,
March 23, 2019, at Jersey Baptist Church, with Pastor Mike Riggsbee
officiating. Interment will be at the cemetery of Jersey Baptist Church
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2019, Lexington, Davidson Co.,
NC, Obituary
The Dispatch,
(Lexington, NC) - May 27, 2019
Alice Jean Briggs Bruff, 67, of Joan Drive, died Friday, May 24,
2019, at Hinkle Hospice House. She was born Oct. 23, 1951, in Davidson County
to William Smith Briggs and Peggy Rhodes Briggs.
Mrs. Bruff was educated at High Point College and Ashemore Business
College. She retired from Central Davidson High School, where she was secretary
and treasurer for many years. She also served as organist at Greer's Chapel
United Methodist Church, and later Bethany United Methodist Church, playing at
countless weddings and services for a total of more than 40 years.
Her parents preceded her in death.
Alice is survived by her husband, Jerry Wayne Bruff, of the home;
her sons, Bennett Bruff (Milenda) of Lexington, Nathan Bruff (Holly) of Kitty
Hawk, and Alan Bruff (Jessica) of Lexington; her sisters, Barbara Everhardt
(Jimmy) of Lexington and Carol Warfford (Jeff) of Simpsonville, S.C.; her
grandchildren, Jayde Bruff, Taryn Bruff, Gabrielle Bruff, Conner Bruff, Eli
Bruff and Amelia Bruff; and her special
nieces and nephews, Donna Logan, Sarah Blankenship,
Noelle and Andy Warfford.
A memorial service will be held 6 p.m. Thursday at Bethany United
Methodist Church, by the Revs. David Talbert and Benny
Clodfelter. www.davidsonfuneralhome.net
.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2017, Thomasville, Davidson Co.,
NC, Obituary
High Point Enterprise (NC)
- June 3, 2017
Mr. Eugene Card Blankenship, 88, resident of Piedmont
Crossing in Thomasville, died May 28, 2017 at the Hospice Home of High Point, [Guilford Co., NC].
Gene was born in Knott County, Kentucky, a son to the late Hubert
and Marybeth Card Blankenship.
He graduated from the University of Michigan in 1951 and began his
35-year career as an engineer for the Department of the Army U.S. Army
Tank-Automotive Command. He was commended for his outstanding contributions to
the U.S. Army Tank-Automotive Research and Development Command. When not
building and testing Army tanks and trucks, Gene was most likely on the golf
course. There was never a bad day for golf
His wife, of 41 years, Shirley
Neville Blankenship, preceded him in death.
Surviving are his sons, Scott
Blankenship of Mussey, MI; Steven of Augusta, MI; Brian
Blankenship of Rochester, MI; daughter
Lisa Blankenship of Franklin, NC; a step-son Jim Posvar
of Arab, AL; step-daughter Terri Kane of Archdale, NC; and eight grandchildren.
A private memorial service will be held at a later date.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2017, Thomasville, Davidson Co.,
NC, Obituary
High Point Enterprise (NC)
- September 17, 2017
Mrs. Betty Jo Coleman Livingston, 72, of Thomasville passed away
Friday, September 15, 2017 at her residence. Betty was born August 6, 1945 to
the late Beatrice Mazelle Coleman in Horry County, SC.
Betty was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. She had a
love for gardening, animals and traveling.
Along with her mother she was preceded in death by her precious
grandmother Ollie Millis; one brother-in-law John "Big Wood"
Livingston.
Surviving is her husband B. J. "Jerry" Livingston of the
home; one son, Jason Livingston and wife April; two daughters, Sandra
Livingston Hanlon and husband Hugh, Tammy Lynn Livingston; three sisters,
Margaret Kepley, Arlene Hicks, Jackie Watts; four grandchildren, Zachary Livingston and wife Tiffany, Madison Hanlon,
Lauren Hanlon, Allison Blankenship; one great-grandson Tucker Livingston.
A Funeral service will be held Thursday, September 21, 2017 at 2:00
PM at the J.C. Green and Sons Chapel in Thomasville with Rev. Huey Turner
officiating. Interment will follow at Holly Hill Memorial Park Cemetery.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Thomasville,
Davidson Co., NC, Obituary
High Point Enterprise (NC)
- September 1, 2018
Mr. John Ralph Harmon, 64, a resident of George Place, died
Thursday, August 30, 2018, at the Hospice Home at High Point, [Guilford Co., NC]
after a lengthy battle with ALS. He was born on November 11, 1953, in Davidson
County, NC to Ralph Leonard Harmon and Wilma Emily Teams Harmon.
He worked for BB&T Leadership Institute in High Point and was a
Harley Davidson enthusiast.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his
brother, Willie Glenn Harmon.
On November 20, 2004, he married
Charlotte Murrow Blankenship, who survives of the home;
also surviving is his daughter, Christie Brown and husband Allen of
Thomasville; grandson, Skye Brown; and his beloved cats, Allie, Alice, Beene,
Blackee, Cynda, Curley, Gray, Julianna, Linus, Moe, Pi, Rowdy, Sassy, Stuart,
Tee, Grace, Keekee, Odie, Callen, and Bo Diddley.
A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, September 5, 2018 at 2
p.m. at the J. C. Green & Sons Funeral Home Chapel in Thomasville with Rev.
Mitchell Murrow officiating. Interment will follow in Unity United Methodist
Church Cemetery.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Durham
+2018, Durham, Durham Co., NC, Obituary
Suzanne Blankenship Bolster, 80, of Roanoke, VA, and
Durham, NC, passed away on Tuesday, January 22, 2019. She was born in Roanoke,
VA, on February 2, 1938 to the late Clarence R. Blankenship and Kathleen
H. Blankenship.
Sue attended Mary Washington College, prior to marrying David. She
later developed a strong, lifelong interest in genealogy, research and
antiques. Sue successfully set up and managed several maternity wear clothing
shops in three states. She was a successful real estate agent in the
Durham-Chapel Hill area, however, above all else, took great pride in the
achievements and successes of her children and grandchildren. In retirement,
she and David enjoyed traveling around the world and visiting 27 different
countries.
Sue is survived by her loving husband of 60 years, David A.
Bolster; their two daughters, Leigh Barnes and Cindy Hagood (Barrett); son, Dr.
D. Eric Bolster (Sandy); and six grandchildren, Daniel Avant, Stuart Avant,
Johnson Hagood, Bates Hagood, Davis Bolster and Stephanie Bolster.
A Memorial Service is planned in her memory at 2 pm, on Saturday,
February 2, 2019, at Oakey's North Chapel, Roanoke, VA. A private burial will
be held at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens, Roanoke, VA.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Forsyth
+2016, Clemmons, Forsyth Co., NC,
Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV)
- March 30, 2016
Mila Marie Dale, 87 of Clemmons, NC, formerly of McDowell, WV went
to be with the Lord Monday, March 28, 2016 at the home of her son, Chris Dale
in Clemmons, NC, after a short illness. Born December 6, 1928 in Steeles, WV
she was the daughter of the late Alfred Bishop and Judy
Blankenship Bishop.
Mila was formerly a member of the Burke Baptist Church in Keystone,
WV. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. Mila
loved to play bingo with her friends as long as her health permitted. She was a
resident of McDowell County most of her life.
Other than her parents, Mila was preceded in death by, her husband,
Roy Randolph Dale in 1999. 1 son, Barney Dale; 3 sisters: Fannie Cline, Leona
Wirt and Ellen McCoy; 4 brothers: Howard, Willie, Lacy and Carl Bishop.
Mila is survived by; Children, Chris Dale and wife Sue of Clemmons,
NC, Larry Dale and Fiancée Tammy Dorsey of Keyser, WV, Judy Rial and husband
Jose of Winston -Salem, NC; Daughter-in-law, Peggy Dale of Bluefield, WV; 2
sisters: Lucy Lockhart of North Springs, WV and Brookie Morgan and husband
Hershel of Ballard, WV; 5 grandchildren, Angie, Larry R., Melissa, Stella and
Ashley; 2 great-grandchildren, Sophia and Chloe ad a host of nieces, nephews
and other extended family and friends.
Funeral Services will be conducted Thursday, March 31, 2016 at 1:30
PM at the Widener Funeral Home Chapel in Northfork, WV, with the Rev. Steve
White officiating. Burial will follow at the Woodlawn Memorial Park in
Bluewell, WV. Serving as pallbearers will be: Bernie Shupe, Bradley Meade and
other family members. Honorary pallbearers will be Jim Widener and members of
the Burke Baptist Church.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2017, Clemmons, Forsyth Co., NC,
Obituary
The Clemmons Courier,
(NC) - June 23, 2017
Jane Caspeth Patton Holton, age 85, passed away on June 6, 2017.
She was born to John Taylor and Dicey Nichols Patton on March 23, 1932 in
Manassas, Virginia.
Jane spent time as a nanny for some of the families around here.
Jane remained close with the children she nannied. She was a wonderful wife,
mother, grandmother, and sister, and she will be missed.
Jane is preceded in death by her husband, Lloyd Gilmer Holton, Sr.;
son, Lloyd G. Holton, Jr.; daughter, Jane Grace Holton; and daughter-in-law,
Joyce Holton; and grandson, David Scalise.
She leaves behind her children, John D. Holton, Maureen O. (George)
Clayton, and David E. (Donna) Holton; daughter-in-law, Sheila Holton; 5
grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren; brother, Arthur (Pat) Patton; sister, Ester (Thomas) Blankenship; and
many other loved ones and friends.
A funeral service was held on Saturday, June 10th at Vogler &
Sons Funeral Home Clemmons Chapel, 2849 Middlebrook Dr. Jane will be buried at
Clemmons Moravian God's Acre.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Esther
Patton Blankenship – b.05Jun1942 –, NC: https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:2QPY-JP4
Relatives - Thomas Jay Blankenship Iii.
Thomas
Jay Blankenship – b.22Jul1943 –
Clemmons, NC: https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:QJJ9-PKW3
Relatives - Esther T. Blankenship, Esther Grace
Blankenship, Esther Patton Blankenship.
+2016, Pfafftown, Forsyth Co., NC Obituary
Herbert Lee Blankenship Sr., 82, of Pfafftown passed on
from this life on the morning of Friday, January 15, 2016 in Winston-Salem, NC. He was born in
Danville, VA, to Willard T. Blankenship and Mattie
Ocie Collie Blankenship on June 5, 1933.
There, he and his brother, Harvey, helped work on their family's
tobacco farm while attending local schools. He left enrollment at Dan River
High School in 1952 to enlist in the Air Force during the Korean War and
proudly served his country for 4 years, including a deployment to Puerto Rico
that began his fondness for Hispanic music and dance, and which was often the
subject of stories around the dinner table.
Herb returned to Danville after his time in the Air Force where he
earned his GED and quickly enrolled in the engineering program at Virginia
Polytechnic Institute (Go Hokies!). It was during that time that he also married a hometown girl, Ann
Marie Kapps, on November 21, 1956, at her parents' home in Winston-Salem, NC.
They had three children together and lived in Greensboro, NC, and Lima, Ohio,
before settling in Pfafftown, North Carolina.
As an industrial engineer he worked for Westinghouse, AMP, Inc.,
and then finally at the R. J. Reynolds Tobacco Company where he retired after
20 years of service. He helped to design the Central Distribution Center which
served as the main break-of-bulk point for its operations in Winston-Salem.
Herb & Ann were virtually inseparable for their 59 years of
marriage. They spent summers with their family at Smith Mountain Lake, fishing,
boating, skiing, camping, and more fishing. Together they spent many years and
countless hours working with the Masonic Fraternity. Herb was a 50-year member
and a life member of Old Town Lodge #751, A. F. & A. M., where he most
enjoyed working as a coach with new members. He served as Master of the Lodge
and as Worthy Patron of Old Town Chapter #355, Order of the Eastern Star, both
during the years 1992-1993. His work with these two groups is simply too much
to list, but Brother Herb had a strong reputation as a hard worker who didn't
ask anyone to do more than what he was doing himself. Herb was also a Shriner
who truly enjoyed all of the years he spent fundraising and advocating for the Shriner's
Children's Hospital in South Carolina. He served Oasis Temple as Potentate in
1993 (TWC in '93!), traveling extensively across North and South Carolina
during all of his Masonic work. This meant he knew the roads "like the
back of his hand" and he was always taking a short cut or telling his
family a better route to the next destination. We generally just tried to let
him drive.
Herb and Ann also served together for 20 years on the Advisory
Board of Winston-Salem Assembly #37, International Order of the Rainbow for
Girls. Hundreds of girls across the state of North Carolina knew and loved Mr.
Herb. He ushered at many state events, taught more than a few how to dance
following a lead, and gave just the best hugs in the world, every moment of it
with a smile on his face. Herb was also instrumental in re-chartering the
Winston-Salem DeMolay Chapter in the 1990s where his son, Lee, had been a
member in the 1970s and where his grandson, Justin, also became a member.
He was also a long-time member of Old Town Baptist Church where he
served as a Sunday School teacher for many years.
Regardless of the day or location, Herb could always be counted on to offer a
listening ear along with fatherly counsel that was tempered with incredible
patience. He rarely raised his voice. Disappointment was communicated only with
a few shakes of the head and a shrug, but he was just as likely to give a pat
on the back and a "do better next time." He had a deep faith in God
that was part of almost every conversation he had. Herb was often called upon
to offer prayers at events and he always knew just what to say, offering humble
gratitude for the blessings in his life and always asking for God's guidance in
his life and in the lives of others. What a blessing he was to all who knew him
and who loved him. He will be so missed but also remembered with the joy that
comes with witnessing a life well-lived.
Herb is survived by his loving wife, Ann; his children Susan Dale Blankenship Baker (Winston-Salem), Ann
Elizabeth Overby Adkins (King), and H. Lee Blankenship, Jr. (King); grandchildren Jeremy Lane (King), Christy Leigh
Blankenship (Raleigh), and Justin Lee Overby (Winston-Salem); and
great-grandchildren Gage Lane (Tobaccoville), Hayden Lane (Yadkinville), Camden
Meredith (Germanton), Fox Zemler (Raleigh), Silas Lane (Germanton), Tucker
Overby (Winston-Salem), and Felix Zemler (Raleigh).
The funeral service will be held on Monday, January 18 at 2pm at
Old Town Baptist Church in Winston-Salem. Burial will follow at Forsyth Memorial
Park.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Pfafftown, Forsyth Co., NC,
Obituary
CMSgt. Susan Dale Blankenship Baker, 60, Pfafftown, passed away
Friday, January 19, 2018, at Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home, [Winston-Salem, Forsyth Co., NC].
Susan was born October 18, 1957 in Forsyth County to Herbert
L. and Ann K. Blankenship.
Susan spent her career in the United States Air Force, retiring
with 30 years of service.
The family will have a memorial service at a later date.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Rural Hall, Forsyth Co., NC,
Obituary
Fayette Tribune (Oak
Hill, WV) - April 3, 2018
Mr. Andrew Chelsey Brown, 71, passed away Sunday, April 1, 2018 at
Forsyth Medical Center, [Winston-Salem, Forsyth Co., NC]. He
was born in West Virginia on January 19, 1947 the youngest child of the late
Ashby Stephen Brown and Lula Pearl Blankenship Brown.
Mr. Brown was a loving husband, father, grandfather and friend who
will be remembered for his generosity and humility. He was a retired coal miner
and proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps during the
Vietnam War.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by all of his
siblings.
He is survived by his loving wife of 51 years, Yoko Jana Brown; two
daughters, Cindy Clark (Dwight) of Winston-Salem and Kellie Bodenhamer (Barry)
of Copeland; a son, Kenith Brown of Winston-Salem; seven grandchildren, Chafin,
Chelsie, Cayle, MaKenley, Grayson, Austin and Chandler; and several nieces,
nephews and extended family.
Funeral services will be conducted 2:00 p.m. Saturday, April 7,
2018 at Hayworth-Miller Chapel in Rural Hall with Rev. Jimmy Gibson and Mr.
Paul Brown officiating. Burial with military rites will follow in Crestview
Memorial Park.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2019,
Rural Hall,
Forsyth
Co., NC, Obituary
Jeremy Michael Lane -November 3, 1977 - October 3, 2019
God called one of his special angel's home
Thursday night, October 3, 2019. He is now in Heaven with his Grandpa and Nana
Smith, along with his Grandpa Herb
Blankenship and Aunt Sue Baker. Jeremy was a very loving son, father, nephew,
friend and special man. Anyone who had the honor of meeting him loved him
instantly. He could make you laugh till your sides hurt.
He was a mechanic his whole life and loved cars, especially
Mustangs and VW Bugs. Jeremy was employed by Old Town Foreign Car Repair.
Left to cherish his memory and forever miss and love him are his
mother and father, Lee
and Denise Blankenship; three sons that loved him dearly: Gage Michael, Hayden Lee, and
Silas Merritt; stepson, Camden Meredith; his four legged buddies, Jaxx and Maxx
and Sammy the Snake; and numerous uncles, aunts, nieces, nephews, cousins, and
close friends that will forever remember this kind and great man.
A funeral service will be conducted 11:00 am, Tuesday, October 8,
at Hayworth-Miller Rural Hall Chapel with Pastor Jeff Jeffers officiating.
Burial will follow at Forsyth Memorial Park.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2017, Stanleyville, Forsyth Co., NC,
Obituary
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/178894770/trevor-alden-blankenship
Mr. Trevor Alden Blankenship, 29, passed away Thursday, April 27, 2017 at his
home. He was born in Moses Cone Hospital, in Greensboro, on February 24, 1988
the son of Denny Blankenship and Pamela
Blankenship.
Trevor had so much love to give and he
gave this freely and openly to anyone willing to be his friend. He loved
everyone unconditionally, both family and friends. He was the most empathetic
and compassionate person I have ever known. Trevor took my heart with him, when
he went to meet the Lord. I know we will both be together again one day. You
left this earth far too soon and everyone that knew you was blessed to have you
in their life for a brief time. You were loved deeply by so many. You will be
missed in so many ways. Trevor was a self-taught guitar player and this was one
of the many things he enjoyed during his short life.
Trevor attended Reidsville High School
and spent many years in the Reidsville area. He was employed at Classic
Packaging Company in Pfafftown, NC.
Trevor was preceded in death by his father,
Denny Blankenship.
He is survived by his mother and
step-father, Pam and Tim Reynolds of Pfafftown, a half-brother, Denny Sherman Blankenship of Southport; his aunt and uncle, Danny and Karen Blankenship of
Ridgeway, VA; a cousin, Carrie
Blankenship; aunts and uncles, Donald and Donna
Tester, and Raymond and Linda Hancock all of Thomasville. He is also survived
by numerous extended family.
Funeral services will be conducted 11:00
a.m. Monday, May 1, 2017 at First Baptist Church of Stanleyville with Pastor
Eddie Honeycutt officiating. Burial will follow at 2:00 p.m. in Mountain View
Cemetery in Ridgeway, VA. The family will receive friends from 4:00-6:00 pm,
Sunday evening at Hayworth-Miller Funeral Home in Rural Hall.
+2017, Winston-Salem, Forsyth Co., NC,
Obituary
Mary Lambert Trent French, age 91 died March 31, 2017. She was born
in Perrysbury, Ohio the daughter of Jane Yant and Francis Trent.
She was a graduate of Ohio State University with a BS in
microbiology. Mary worked at several hospitals in Ohio and Virginia in the
field of diagnostic medicine. She was married August 5th, 1950 to John David
French, MD and in 1957 moved to Martinsville. She volunteered her time with the
Red Cross, Charity League and at Memorial Hospital in the Microbiology Lab.
Mary had been an active member of Broad Street Christian Church since 1972,
where she took an active role in the Disciples Women's organization and had a
special interest in the development of the church library.
She has lived the past 5 years at Heritage Woods in Winston-Salem,
NC. While there she was instrumental in organizing and managing a puzzle club
and leading a bible study group. In addition, she participated in the Bridge
Club, which allowed her to play Bridge three times a week. She lived a full
life enjoying the multitude of activities available, including exercise. Her
other hobbies included reading and bird watching.
She is survived by her sister Jane Perna, her sister-in-law Carol
Trent, and 4 children: Margaret
French Blevins of Lewisville, NC, Elizabeth French Blankenship and husband Sam of
Charlotte, NC, David Nelson French of Martinsville, VA and Paul Robert French
and wife Trena of Christiansburg, VA. Grandchildren
include: Trent Blevins (Faith), Kiely Blevins, James Blankenship (Rebecca), Cindy
Blankenship, Allison French, Heather Farrar and Alex Farrar.
A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, April
22, 2017 at Broad Street Christian Church with Reverends Mark Parkinson and
Robert Button officiating.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Samuel
Lee Blankenship – b.28Mar1959 – Weddington, NC: https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:KYFV-QQ7
Relatives - Betty F. Blankenship, Elizabeth French
Blankenship.
Gaston
2016, Bessemer City,
Gaston Co., NC, Obituary
Published in Gaston
Gazette on Apr. 12, 2016
William Vernon West, 77, passed away on Sunday, April 10, 2016.
Born in Rutherford County, he was the son of the late William Britt West and
Ruth Dalton West.
Mr. West was the former owner and operator of Central Barber Shop
in Kings Mountain and Union Road Barber Shop in Gastonia. He was a veteran of
the US Air Force. A member of Parkwood Baptist Church, Mr. West was a former
longstanding member of Sandy Plains Baptist Church where he served as a deacon.
He was active in missions work at both churches. An avid sports fan,
Mr. West helped start the Union Road Optimist Sports Program where
he coached baseball and basketball for many years. He was active with the
Salvation Army Boys Club. Mr. West was also active in the lives of his children
and grandchildren whom he greatly cherished.
In addition to his parents, Mr. West was preceded in death by his
beloved wife of 49 years, Rebecca "Becky" Lane West, and son, Steven
West.
Mr. West is survived by his beloved wife, Barbara Harmon Potter
West; sons and daughters-in-law, Jerry and Jeanette West of Gastonia, and Mark
and Deborah West of Taylorsville; step-daughter Kathryn Potter Rubio and her
husband, Frank of Indian Trail; sister, Joyce West Collins and her husband,
Buddy of Kings Mountain; grandchildren, Callie West, Audrey West, Grant West,
Rebecca West, Joshua West and Layna West; step
grandchildren, Ashley Blankenship and her husband, Zach,
Jennifer Gay and Kelly Gay.
Funeral service to be held 2
p.m. Wednesday in the sanctuary of Parkwood Baptist Church. The
Rev. David Belle Isle will officiate. Interment will follow in Gaston Memorial
Park with military rites to be presented by the Gaston County Honor Guard.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2017, Bessemer City, Gaston Co., NC, Obituary
Published in Gaston Gazette
on Apr. 29, 2017
Vergie Helms Blankenship, 78, passed away on
Thursday, April 27, 2017, at Country Time Inn Assisted Living in Kings Mountain, [Cleveland Co., NC].
She was born on Nov. 11, 1938 in Gaston County to the late John Wesley and
Blanche Marie Waters Helms.
Vergie enjoyed singing, performing and cooking.
In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her son,
Wesley Clinton Graham; sisters, Katherine Crumpton, Betty Strickland; brothers,
Kenneth Helms, Randy Helms.
Left to cherish her memory are her daughters, Paula G. Haney and
husband Jack of Bessemer City, Cathy G. Stephens and husband Neil of Belmont,
Cheryl G. Wall of Maiden, Ginny G. Summitt and husband Gary of Bessemer City;
brothers, Keith Helms and J. W. Helms both of Gastonia; 10 grandchildren; 13
great-grandchildren.
A funeral service will be held 3 p.m. Sunday, April 30, 2017 at
Sisk-Butler Funeral & Cremation Services, Bessemer City with Rev. David
Crumpton officiating. Interment will follow at Sunnyside Baptist Church
Cemetery, Bessemer City.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2017, Bessemer City,
Gaston Co., NC, Obituary
The Gaston Gazette,
(Gastonia, NC) - June 21, 2017
Allen "Dee" Costner, 69, Bessemer City passed away on
June 17, 2017, at Caromont Regional Medical Center, Gastonia, [Gaston
Co., NC]. He was born Dec. 14, 1947, in Lincoln County, son of the late
Grier Wayne Costner and Elizabeth Fowler Costner.
In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by daughter,
Michelle Costner; brother, Dale Wayne Costner.
Mr. Costner is survived by his loving wife, Brenda Costner; son,
Allen "Bubba" Costner Jr.; daughters, Tammy Begley, Charlene Costner,
Laura Campbell, Allina Edwards, Samantha Costner; brothers, Grier
"Gittle" Costner, Randy Costner, John Costner; sisters, Ewayne Blankenship, Eraine "Midge" Cooper, Elaine
Wilson; 14 grandchildren; 12 great- grandchildren.
A memorial service will be held 3 p.m. Thursday, June 22, 2017 at
Sparrow Springs Baptist Church, 6147 Lewis Road, Gastonia, officiated by Pastor
Gene Bates.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2016, Cherryville, Gaston Co., NC, Obituary
http://hosting-21093.tributes.com/obituary/read/Ina-Lucille-Grubb-103342011
Ina Lucille Neff Grubb, age 67, passed away on Sunday, February 28,
2016 at Carolina Care Center-Cherryville. She was born February 20, 1939 in
Clay County, West Virginia to the late Squire and Alice Alma Nottingham Neff.
Lucille was a loyal CNA at Carolina Care for 35 years.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her
husband, Kenneth Andrew Grubb; sister,
Mabel Blankenship; and brother, Homer Neff.
She is survived by her sons, Samuel Neff of Texas, Edwin Neff of
Cherryville, and Kermit Neff of Birch River, W.VA; brothers, Lacy Neff of W. VA
and Byron Neff of Rock Cave, W. VA; sisters, Cora Neff of Winona, W.VA and Nina
Mae Neff of Gasaway, W. VA; three grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.
Graveside Services will be held Wednesday, March 2, 2016 at 1:00 PM
at City Memorial Cemetery with Rev. Dorothy Fail officiating.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2017, Dallas, Gaston
Co., NC, Obituary
Published in Gaston
Gazette on Feb. 24, 2017
Landon Thomas Blankenship, of
219 Florham Drive, died Wednesday, Feb.15 2017 in his sleep. He
was born Oct. 15, 2016.
He had mother Laura Holloway, father
Brent Blankenship, three sisters Lexie, Kalli, Isabella Blankenship and
a brother Kameron Blankenship
along with cousins, aunts, uncles, and grandparents!
A celebration of life memorial service will held at Adventures in
Faith Church on Charlotte St. Alexis, NC on Sat Feb. 25, 2017 at 4 p.m.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2016, Gastonia, Gaston Co., NC, Obituary
Published in Gaston
Gazette on Mar. 12, 2016
Kenneth Lee Helms, 75, passed away March 3, 2016 at Caromont
Regional Medical Center. He was born Nov. 20, 1940, a native of Gaston County,
the son of the late John Wesley Helms, Sr. and Blanche Marie Waters Helms.
Kenneth was a member of the Moose Lodge in Gastonia and an avid
golfer.
He is survived by his brothers J. W. Helms Jr. and wife Ann and
Keith Helms and wife Linda, all of Gastonia; sisters Kathryn Crumpton of Elloree, SC. and Virgie
Blankenship of Gastonia.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife
Freida Lowe Helms; sister, Betty Jean Strickland of Charlotte and brother Randy
Charles Helms of FT. Myers, FL.
A graveside service will be held 2 p.m. Monday at Hollywood
Cemetery.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
1940 Census, Gastonia Twp.,
Gaston Co., NC,
Helms, John W. 43, M, NC, Head,
Helms, Blanche M. 22, F, NC, Wife,
Helms, Catherine Sue 03, F, NC, Dau,
Helms, Vergie P. 02,
F, NC, Dau,
Helms, Lupe A. 82, F, NC, Mother,
https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:KW32-B9N
2017, Gastonia, Gaston
Co., NC, Obituary
Published in Gaston
Gazette on Mar. 29, 2017
Mary Christine Rife (Chris), 90, went to be with the Lord March 7,
2017. Born in Morgan County, Ala., to the late William
Thurber and Mattie Lou Maxwell.
Chris was kind, loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother. Very active in sports.
Husband (Don) was in the Air Force, she traveled the world. Very
kind in heart, always willing to lend a helping hand. Her beautiful
smile and loving personality will never be forgotten.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by daughter,
Silva Greer, brothers, Merlin and Marvin Maxwell, grandson, Tony Greer; beloved
Poodle (Jingles).
Survivors include husband, Donald Rife, daughters, Patricia Byrd
(Fred) Gastonia, Elaine Dunaway Hartselle, Ala., Cindy Huett (J .W.)
Billingsley, Ala., Terri Jones Port Charlotte, Fla.; son, Donnie Rife (Sherry)
Indian Harbor, Fla.; sister, Norma Winton Somerville, Ala.; grandchildren, Christi Llewellyn
(Larry) San Pedro, Calif., Lee Byrd (Shanna) Gastonia, Nikki Peek (John)
Hartselle, Ala., Katrina Thrasher (Jeff) Billingsley, A1a., Jason Colee
(Jennifer) Madison, Ala., Lori Blankenship
(Robert) Jasper, Ala, Greg Greer Hartselle, Ala., Ty Ewing (Carol) Madison,
Miss., 19 great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren; several
nieces, nephews.
Memorial service will be 11:30 a.m. Friday at East Baptist Church,
Gastonia.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2019, Gastonia, Gaston Co., NC, Obituary
The Gaston Gazette,
(Gastonia, NC) - August 15, 2019
Bonnie "Dink" Ruth Blankenship King, 74,
of Gastonia, passed away peacefully on August 14, 2019 at Brian Center with her
family by her side. She was born in Gaston County, on April 20, 1945 to the
late Sulcer Spratt Blankenship and Patsy Ruth Ola Miller Blankenship.
Dinky was a member of South Marietta Street Baptist Church; and was
a retired clerk with Belk.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her
husband of 26 years, Freddie Darrell King; and brother and sister in law, James and Mildred Blankenship.
Left to cherish her memories are her children, John King, Abbey
Smith (Fadi Gumah); grandchildren, Patrick King (Michaela) and Parker Smith;
Sister, Patty (Joe) Eller; brothers,
Andy Clemmer and Toby Blankenship ; her stepmother, Pearl
Blankenship Clemmer.
Private burial at Gaston
Memorial Park at a later date. Withers
and Whisenant Funeral Home.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2016, Lucia, Gaston
Co., NC, Obituary
Published in Gaston
Gazette on Jan. 13, 2016
Nema Isabell Stewart Henkle, 98, passed away on Monday, Jan. 11,
2016. She was born in Stoney Point on May 9, 1917; she was daughter of the late
A. G. and Martha Hoke Stewart.
She graduated from Belmont High School in 1936. She was an avid
Gardener and enjoyed working in her yard from sun up to sundown. She was also
an accomplished seamstress.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her
husband Myron C. Henkle, three brothers Brice, Coleman and Luther Stewart, four
sisters Della Hodge, Mary Abee, Letha
Blankenship and Bessie DeMarco.
She is survived by two sons, Larry Henkle and wife Cheryl of
Stanley and Reggie Henkle and wife Dottie of Mount Hol-ly; six grandchildren,
Katherine Henkle, Tammy Henkle Bynum, Charlotte Henkle Stillwell, Lee Ann
Miller, Teresa Hun-sucker and Allen Hoke; seven great-grandchildren and three
great-great-grandchildren.
A service to celebrate the life of Mrs. Henkle will be held 2 p.m.
Thursday, Jan. 14, 2016, at the Woodlawn Chapel of Woodlawn Funeral Home with
the Rev. David McClure officiating. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Gardens
Cemetery.
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1920 Census, Shiloh, Iredell
Co., NC,
Stewart, Aperney G. 35, M, NC, Head,
Stewart, Martha L. 28, F, NC, Wife,
Stewart, Della R. 11, F, NC, Dau,
Stewart, Letha M. 10, F, NC, Dau,
Stewart, Bessie C. 08, F, NC, Dau,
Stewart, Luther G. 07, M, NC, Son,
Stewart, Bryce E. 05, M, NC, Son,
Stewart, Mary A. 04, F, NC, Dau,
Stewart, Nevie I. 02, F, NC, Dau,
Stewart, John C. 00, M, NC, Son,
https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:MZJM-JQ6
+2016,
Stanley, Gaston Co., NC, Obituary
Published in Gaston
Gazette on Feb. 4, 2016
Willa Jean Green, 82, passed away on Feb. 2, 2016. She was born in
Haywood County, daughter of the late George Alonzo Green and Lula Elizabeth
Mull Green Rhinehart.
She was preceded in death by her siblings Johnny Green, Alvin Green, Dennis Green, Clayton
Rhinehart, Hazel Blankenship, Nelson Rhinehart, Laura Mitchell, and
Pauline and Auldine Rhinehart.
She is survived by six siblings, Ralph Green and wife Pearl of
Stanley, Aulden Rhinehart and wife Sue of Concord, Robert Rhinehart and wife
Judy of San Jose, California, Joe Rhinehart and wife Linda of Belmont,
Thomasine Jenkins of Stanley and Maudie Rhinehart of Iron Station; and numerous
nieces and nephews.
A service to celebrate the life of Ms. Green will be held 2 p.m.
Friday, Feb. 5, 2016, at the Woodlawn Chapel of Woodlawn Funeral Home with
Chaplain Ivan Davis officiating. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Gardens
Cemetery.
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+2019, Stanley, Gaston
Co., NC, Obituary
The Gaston Gazette,
(Gastonia, NC) - April 5, 2019
Ralph Green, 87, of Stanley, passed away on Tuesday, April 2, 2019
at the Robin Johnson Hospice House in Dallas,
[Gaston Co.,] NC,
surrounded by his family. He was born in Waynesville, NC, son of the late
Alonzo Green and Lula Mull Green Rhinehart.
He was a U.S. Army Veteran and retired from Clairiant of Mount
Holly and Wood Creations of Gastonia.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by sisters, Willajean Green, Hazel
Blankenship and Lori Rhinehart Mitchell; brothers, Dennis Green, Alvin Green,
Nelson Rhinehart, Clayton Rhinehart and Alden Rhinehart; brother-in-law, Paul Blankenship; and
son-in-law, Charlie Robinson.
Ralph was richly blessed and will be remembered by his beloved and
devoted wife of 67 years, Pearl Green; his children, Allen Green and companion,
Ann Medlin, Donna Robinson, Olivia Ann Huneycutt and husband, Ron, Danny Green
and his wife, Jane; nine grandchildren; eleven great-grandchildren; one great
great-grandchild; sisters, Thomaseen Green Jenkins, Maudie Rhinehart; brothers,
Robert Rhinehart and wife, Judy and Joe Rhinehart and wife, Linda;
sisters-in-law, Emmaline Green, Karen Rhinehart, Sue Rhinehart, Ruth Rhinehart;
numerous nieces and nephews; and constant companion, Rowdy.
A service will be held at 1:30 pm, on Friday, April 5, 2019, at the
Woodlawn Chapel of Woodlawn Funeral Home, Mount Holly. Rev. Charles Keller will
officiate. Entombment will follow at Hillcrest Gardens
cemetery
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Gates
+2018, Corapeake, Gates
Co., NC, Obituary
The Daily Advance,
(Elizabeth City, NC) - July 4, 2018
Patty Street Hale, 73, of Drum Hill Road, passed from this earthly
life to her heavenly home to be with her Lord and Savior on Monday, July 2,
2018, following a brief illness. Mrs. Hale was born in Buchanan County, VA on
November 4, 1944, and was the daughter of the late Floyd and Lona
Blankenship Street.
A homemaker, she was a member of Reynoldson Baptist Church.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her
husband, Jerry Wendell Sharkey Hale; a sister, Sue Meadows; a brother, Don
Street; a brother-in-law, Tommy Hale; and by two granddaughters, Jordan and
Morgan.
Surviving are her three sons, Dallas Hale of Corapeake, Danny Hale
and wife, Vicki B., of Gates, and Terry Hale and wife, Kim L., of Elizabeth
City; a sister, Doris Kruty of Culpepper, VA; a brother, Bobby Street and wife,
Faye, of Oakwood, VA; a sister-in-law, Jerilyn Hale of Poquoson, VA; a
brother-in-law, Roger Meadows of Honaker, VA; eight grandchildren, Jeff, Sarah,
Eric, Keith, Kody, Sebastian, Skylar, and Sasha; two great-granddaughters, Lilly
and Riley; and a special family friend, Mary McCoy.
Funeral services will be held Friday at 3:00 p.m. in Reynoldson
Baptist Church, and will be conducted by the Rev. Cody Brinkley and Pastor
Ricky Byrum. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.
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Graham
2016, Robbinsville, Graham Co., NC, Obituary
Graham Star
(Robbinsville, NC) (Published as Graham Star (NC)) - October 27, 2016
Betty Jean Smoker Jackson, 75, of the Jackson Branch Community in
Robbinsville, NC, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, Oct. 21, 2016 at
Mission Hospital in Asheville, [Buncombe
Co.,] NC. A native of Graham County, she was the daughter of the late
Amanda Smoker.
Betty was retired from the Graham County School System after
working there for many years.
In addition to her mother, she was preceded in death by her
husband, Clarence Jackson in 1996, her granddaughter, Sydney Jackson, and her
son in law, Leland Welch.
Betty is survived by her son, Clarence Jackson, Jr. and his wife
Maureen of Robbinsville; her daughters and sons in law, Jeanie Marie Welch of
Robbinsville, Mary and Dennis Pilkington of Fontana Dam, Wanda and Larry Blythe
of Robbinsville, Donna Jackson and Ansley Jackson of Robbinsville, and Michelle
and Eddie Stamper of Cherokee. Her grandchildren are Stephanie Bridges, Shelby
Jackson, Danielle Jones, Holly Swimmer, Kelly Jackson, Stuart Jackson, Blake
Powers, Blaze Powers, Sam Blythe, Josh Taylor, Laura Blythe, Lloyd Blythe,
Driver Blythe, Ansley Jackson, and Cain Stamper. She has 19 great
grandchildren, Tayen Bridges, Tylie Bridges, Tacey Bridges, Tavok Bridges,
Amiyah Collins, JaeLee Jackson, Natalie Swimmer, Finnley Swimmer, Hunter Jones,
Rachel Blythe, Nicki Blythe, Maiya Blythe, Samantha Blythe, Nate Crowe, Lily
Ramos, Memphis Taylor, Finley Taylor, Emily Blankenship, and
Logan Blankenship.
Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 25 at Little
Snowbird Baptist Church. The Reverends Jim Teasdale and Bo Parris officiated.
Burial followed at the Jackson Family Cemetery.
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Guilford
2017, Greensboro,
Guilford Co., NC Obituary
Rev. Larry D. Thompson, 81, passed away on January 11, 2017 at
Moses Cone Hospital, [Greensboro,
Guilford Co., NC] surrounded by loved ones. He was born on April 27th, 1935 in
Lashmeet, WV to Gilmer and Gertrude Thompson.
Larry grew up with four siblings, Blaine; Norma; Leon; and Ramona
in the Princeton, WV area and attended Concord College before enlisting in the
US Army. Larry would later move to Rocky Mount, VA where met his bride, Allie Blankenship, and
was married on November 4, 1960. After 56 years of marriage, Allie referred to
Larry as "the sweetest man on earth besides Jesus." During the next
several years, Larry and Allie had three children, Gary, Barry and Linda. Larry
felt the call to the ministry and left his career in textiles to follow God's
calling.
Larry was such a wonderful, faithful servant. He was ordained into
the ministry at Holston Creek Baptist Church in Inman, SC and went on to pastor
at Wood Baptist Church in Wood, NC; First Baptist Church of Campobello, SC;
Central Baptist in Oak Ridge, NC; Conrad Memorial Baptist in High Point, NC;
Sumner Baptist Church in Greensboro; Immanuel Baptist Church in Greensboro and
Bethany Baptist in Julian, NC.
He was never known to dislike people. He loved everyone and tried
to see people the way the Lord did. Larry and Allie spent their early years in
ministry very involved with international students from all over the world.
Later they were able to travel to China and Taiwan and immediately fell in love
with the people there. He didn't care what you looked like or where you came
from, he considered you as family.
Larry spent 40+ years serving in the ministry before answering his
ultimate call as he entered the Kingdom of Heaven on January 11, 2017. He spent
his life serving the Lord and giving to others more than he had. "The Lord
said, 'well done thou good and faithful servant'..." Matthew 25:23.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, January 14, 2017 at
Immanuel Baptist Church at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Russ Reaves officiating.
Interment will follow at Guilford Memorial Park.
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2017, Greensboro, Guilford Co.,
NC, Obituary
George Jolly Hall, husband to Opal Onell Self Hall for 65 years
until her death on December 2, 2013, passed away January 11, 2017. Uncle George
was the son of Grant, Sr. & Mamie Elizabeth Jolly Hall (both deceased) and
was born in Sampson County, NC on June 23, 1925.
Uncle George graduated from Bessemer High School and as a teenager
entered the U.S. Army August 2, 1943. During his enlistment, he was injured by
gun fire 3 times, was the recipient of 2 Purple Hearts and 2 Bronze Stars.
Military life took Uncle George to the battlefields of France and Germany where
he received 2 Purple Hearts "For Wounds Received in Action" in
France, 13 June 1944, "For Wounds Received in Action" near Pachten,
Germany, 11 December 1944; 2 Bronze Stars for "Meritorious Achievement in
Ground Operations Against the Enemy" on or about 1 July 1944; "For
Heroism in Ground Combat" near Dillingen, Germany from 9 to 18 December
1944. Later Uncle George traveled to visit the fallen soldiers he had served
with, stating many times, he did not deserve to return home because they had
not.
Uncle George recounted his active duty as a need that had to be
done. Once he received his honorable discharge on November 2, 1945, he used the
GI Bill to attend North Carolina State University where he earned his degree as
a Civil Engineer and then applied to the United States government for a
position that was given to him for the next 30 years under the U.S. Air Force.
While there he was recognized for his exemplary contributions to our
government. Uncle George was proud to have served his country as a soldier
during World War II and desired to serve again for his country in the field of
infrastructure engineering. Uncle George received many acknowledgements for his
faithful service to our government, went without close friends because he
couldn't talk about his work, traveled extensively as an engineer for our
government and retired in 1985. At that time, he and Aunt Onell moved back to
Greensboro, NC.
He loved to travel after retirement and his favorite trip was to Hawaii
sometime in the '80's. His high security clearance and protected secrets
remained with Uncle George as he was extremely loyal, dedicated and faithful to
his government. In the throes of having Alzheimer's disease Uncle George never
divulged one thing about his job with the Federal Government. Sworn to secrecy,
even with dementia, when I would ask about his secret missions and projects,
Uncle George gave me his quirky smile and said, "Nope, not gonna tell you
where anything is, I made a promise." True to his word Uncle George
fulfilled that faithful promise and never told me or anyone about his
classified work for the government and took all he knew and did to the grave.
When Aunt Onell was in skilled care for over 10 years Uncle George walked, and
visited her every day and stayed with her through dinner coming back the next
morning.
George Jolly Hall was brother to Charles Harding Hall (Deceased)
who was married to Mollie Basden Hall, their children are Clifton Harding Hall
(Nephew), Charles Richard Hall (Nephew) married to Janey Ruth Cheek Hall, their
child is, Amber Leigh Hall Ray (grandniece), married to Sam Edward Ray, their
children are Hunter Edward Ray (great grandnephew), Harrison William Ray,
(great grandnephew), and Hudson Thomas Ray, (great grandnephew). George J Hall
was also brother to Grant Hall, Jr. (Deceased), married to Mildred Lineberry
Hall (Deceased), their children are Robert Grant Hall (Nephew) and Jean
Elizabeth Hall Freeman (Niece), married to James Edward Freeman. George J. Hall
was brother to his sister, Charlotte Hall Shepherd (Deceased), married to
Howard Huey Shepherd, Jr. (Deceased) their children are Howard Huey Shepherd,
III (Nephew), and Jane Shepherd Willingham (Niece) married to Charles Michael
Willingham, their children are Joshua Willingham (grandnephew), and Jennifer
Willingham Lane (grandniece) married to Jason Lane.
Being married to Onell Self Hall made George uncle to Patrick
Crawford Self (Nephew) married to Diane Clark Self, their son Brian Self
(grandnephew) and his daughter Haylee (great grandniece); Deborah Self
Alexander (Niece) married to John Alexander (Deceased); David Anderson Self
(Nephew) (Deceased) married to Cindy Self and their child is Colton Anderson
Self (grandnephew); Karen Self Ball (Niece) married to Daniel Ball their
children are Melanie Winfrey Munn (grandniece), Michalle (Missy) Hartley
McPherson (grandniece) her children are Dreu, Nora, Izak and Isie McPherson,
Gideon and Elijah Blankenship (great grand nieces and nephews);
Stephen Tyree Rutledge (grandnephew) married to Julie Maloney Rutledge their
daughter, is Meredith Ellen Rutledge (great grandniece), Sebastian Daniel Ball
(grandnephew) married to Serenity Cardin Ball their daughter is Katillina Lynne
Ball (great grandniece); Amanda Self (Niece), Marian Self Savenko (Niece),
married to Paul Savenko, children are Clinton Romberg (grandnephew) and Larissa
Myers (grandniece), married to Steven Myers.
Uncle George is from a strong, humble, faithful, respectful
generation and he will always be remembered for all his Military and Civilian
service to our country. Thank you, Uncle George. 'Till we met
again.
Funeral services will be held Saturday, January 21, 2017 at Hanes
Lineberry, 515 N. Elm Street, Greensboro, NC with the service at 1:00pm. Graveside
Military Honors will be at Forest Lawn, 3310 Forest Lawn Drive, Greensboro, NC
immediately following.
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+2018, Greensboro, Guilford Co.,
NC, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV)
- August 5, 2018
Cleone (Toni) Reetz Blankenship, 92, of Greensboro, NC,
formerly of Matoaka, died Friday, August 3, 2018.
Arrangements by Bailey-Kirk Funeral Home in Princeton.
From:
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+2018, Greensboro, Guilford Co.,
NC, Obituary
http://obituaries.bdtonline.com/obituary/cleone-blankenship-1067347869
Cleone (Toni) Reetz Blankenship, 92, of Greensboro, NC, formerly of Matoaka, died
Friday, August 3, 2018. Born November 30, 1925 in Bloomfield, NE, she was the
daughter of the late Jay R. Reetz and Carrie Olson Reetz.
Mrs. Blankenship was a member of Ashworth
Memorial United Methodist Church in Matoaka where she taught children and youth
Sunday school for over 30 years. She also served on several boards and
committees of the church over the years. She was a member of the Laura Wheeler
Wesleyan Guild until she became a member of the UMW. She attended Knox County
Grade School and was a 1942 graduate of Bloomfield High School. She attended
the University of Nebraska in Lincoln and taught at country schools. She
enjoyed gardening and flower arranging and was a member of the Matoaka Garden
Club. She was also a member of the PTA and Mercer County Democrat Women. She
enjoyed volunteering for many groups, reading, and flea marketing with her
husband. She cared for her mother during her last 17 years until her death at
age 102, then cared for her husband until his death.
She was the first woman appointed to the WV Medical Licensing Board, appointed
by Jay Rockefeller as a lay member.
In addition to her parents, she was
preceded by her husband, Claude
Blankenship; son, Jay Blankenship;
and sister, Ziola Reetz Herzog.
Survivors include daughter, Sandra
Palmer and husband Terry of Greensboro, NC; two grandchildren, Erica Palmer and
husband Craig Bowyer of Greensboro, NC and Bret Palmer of Mayodan, NC; and four
great grandchildren, Margaret Bowyer, Andrew Bowyer, Jay Palmer-Bowyer and
Finnley Palmer-Bowyer.
Funeral services will be conducted at
11:00 a.m. Wednesday, August 8, 2018 at the Bailey-Kirk Funeral Home in
Princeton with the Rev. David Damewood officiating. In accordance with Mrs.
Blankenship's wishes, the body will be cremated and a private burial will be at
Roselawn Memorial Gardens in Princeton at a later date.
+2019, Greensboro, Guilford Co.,
NC, Obituary
News & Record
(Greensboro, NC) March 13, 2019
Glenda Fern Allen Cox, born in Spruce Pine, NC, August 20, 1940,
departed this earth March 10, 2019.
There to welcome her home were her were parents Velma McKinney
Allen and Ross Allen; siblings Lewis
Allen, Ben Allen, Dennis Allen, Joyce Allen
Blankenship, and a multitude of beloved family
members.
Immediate family left to celebrate her legacy of love are children,
Amanda Cox-Lucas (Richard Lucas) of Greensboro, NC, Celia Medrano (Tony
Medrano) of Pagosa Springs, CO, and Matthew Cox of Chapel Hill, NC;
grandchildren, Sarah Catherine Lucas of Greensboro, NC, Summer Jean Waldron of
Seattle, WA, Benjamin Waldron of Portland, OR, and Nicholas Waldron of Denver,
CO; siblings, Jean Allen Hollifield of Marion, NC, James Allen of Augusta, GA,
Terry Allen of Burnsville, NC, Phillip Allen (Alice Hensley Allen) of
Gatlinburg, TN, and Joseph Allen (Kay Wilkie Allen) of Boiling Springs Lakes,
NC; along with numerous loved ones and dear friends.
A service of the music she loved and grew up singing will be held
March 14 at 3 pm, at Forbis and Dick Funeral Home, West Friendly Avenue with
interment following at Forest Lawn Cemetery, Greensboro, NC.
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+2019, Greensboro, Guilford Co.,
NC, Obituary
News & Record
(Greensboro, NC) (Published as Greensboro News & Record (NC)) - June 20,
2019
Mack Beech Blankenship, Jr., 87, of Greensboro, passed
away Monday, June 17, 2019, at Moses H. Cone Memorial Hospital. He was born on
August, 27, 1931, in North Wilkesboro; he was the son of the late Mack
Beech Blankenship, Sr. and Bertha Estella Clanton Blankenship.
Mack was a loving husband, father and friend who never met a
stranger. He was the captain of his high school football and baseball teams,
but his favorite game was golf. He passed his passion for the sport on to his
sons. He served in the Air Force during the Korean War and was honorably
discharged as a staff sergeant. He attended Guilford College and spent his
40-year career as a service sales engineer for Johnson Controls. Mack was an
active leader and member of Magnolia Street Baptist Church for over 60 years,
providing inspiration and comfort to other members. His family was the most
important thing in
Mack was preceded in death by his son, Mark Blankenship; and his granddaughter, Katelyn Lynch.
Mack is survived by his wife, Joann; his son, Mack Blankenship and wife
Lynn Blankenship; his daughter, Malinda Lynch; son-in-law Kevin Lynch and his grandchildren Laura Blankenship and Carl Blankenship.
A funeral service will be held at 2 pm, on Friday, June 21, 2019,
at the Forbis and Dick North Elm Street Funeral Chapel. Interment will follow
at Lakeview Memorial Park Cemetery.
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+2016, High Point, Guilford Co.,
NC, Obituary
High Point Enterprise (NC)
- September 29, 2016
Mrs. Linda (Walsh) Foster, 78, passed away Wednesday, September 28,
2016 at Hospice Home at High Point. She was born on June 29, 1938 in Ferguson,
NC, a daughter of James Wade and Winifred (Blankenship) Walsh.
Mrs. Foster was the loving wife of Delbert Eugene Foster to whom
she was married 55 years. She was a 1956 graduate of Lenoir High School and a
1959 graduate of North Carolina Baptist Hospital School of Nursing.
Over the years, Mrs. Foster worked as a Registered Nurse in the
intensive care unit at North Carolina Memorial Hospital in Chapel Hill, and as
an operating room nurse at St. Joseph's Hospital in Asheville, North Carolina
Baptist Hospital in Winston-Salem and High Point Memorial Hospital. She also had
a second career in photography in the field of advertising marketing media
which she enjoyed.
Mrs. Foster was very active in civic and community affairs and was
a former president of the High Point Jaycees. She also served on the board of
directors for the Mental Health Association holding a number of positions for
many years. She was a faithful member of First Baptist Church in High Point
since 1962.
In addition to her husband, Mrs. Foster is survived by a daughter,
Susan Foster of Fayetteville; a son, Delbert E. Foster, Jr. and his wife, Tonya
of Charleston, SC; three grandchildren, Nicole Susanne Tronolone of Washington,
DC, Madison Grace Foster of Greenville, NC, and Haven Michelle Foster of
Charleston, SC; a sister, Hazel Walsh Reid of Winston-Salem, a sister-in-law,
Kathryn Walsh of Thomasville; and several nieces, nephews, and friends.
Mrs.
Foster was also preceded by a brother, James Ralph Walsh of Thomasville.
A celebration of life memorial service will be 6:00 p.m. Friday,
September 30, 2016 in the chapel of Cumby Family Funeral Service, 1015
Eastchester Drive, High Point with Rev. Terry Venable officiating.
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+2019, High Point, Guilford Co.,
NC, Obituary
High Point Enterprise (NC)
- June 6, 2019
Mr. Johnny Wayne Hall, age 70, entered into rest June 3, 2019, at
his High Point home. Johnny was born in LaGrange, GA, on November 28, 1948, to
the late Roy Hall and Mary Blankenship Hall.
He worked in sales and service for 40 years in the meat cutting
industry.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two
brothers and one sister and a grandson, Caden Hall.
Johnny is survived by his wife, Charlotte Bishop Hall of the home;
one daughter, Tammie D'Allura (Sal) of High Point; one son, John Hall, Jr. of
High Point.; two granddaughters, Caroline Grisso and Serena Hall; one grandson,
Peyton Grisso
A celebration of Johnny's life will be held at 2 pm, Saturday, June
8, 2019, at Cumby Family Funeral Service High Point Chapel.
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+2019,
Pleasant Garden,
Guilford
Co., NC, Obituary
News & Record
(Greensboro, NC) - March 8, 2019
Hester Angel "Peggy" Lane Taylor, 84, of Pleasant Garden,
NC, entered into the joy of her salvation March 6, 2019. Born in
Christiansburg, VA, July 18, 1934, she was the daughter of the late Oakley S.
Lane and Macy Marie Blankenship Layne, and loving foster parents
George Forrest Benn and Elma McCanless Benn.
Peggy will best be remembered for her innate kindness, sweetness,
and tenderness. She had a simple faith in the Lord Jesus Christ, and quietly
let her light shine. She loved music and had a natural gift for playing the
piano. She was pianist at White Rock Church of the Nazarene for many years. But
mostly, she loved being a mother, and, in that role she was unexcelled.
"Her children call her 'blessed.'" Peggy joined the saints on Ash
Wednesday, reminding us that "we are all dust and to dust shall we
return." For those who live for Christ, the tears today will turn to joy
tomorrow at our sweet reunion. Thanks be to God!
In addition to her parents, Peggy was predeceased by darling
grandson Jason Michael Taylor, brother Thurman Stephen Lane, sisters Marie
Kitts, Katherine Sturdivant, and Helen Hudson.
She is survived by beloved foster sister Barbara Phelps (Julian),
of Phoenix, AZ; daughters Teresa Gail Griffin (Henry) of Manteo, NC and Terah
Beth Henley (Timothy) of Thomasville; sons Timothy Wayne and Michael DeWitt
Taylor of Greensboro; along with the father of her children, Wilbur DeWitt
Taylor of Greensboro; four grandchildren: Crystal Lynn and Travis Wayne Taylor
of Greensboro, and Taylor Marie and Madelyn Renee Henley of Thomasville; nieces
Ruth Kitts Bramblett (Rickey) of Las Vegas, NV, and Frances
"Crickett" Turpin (Thomas) of Stokesdale, NC, and nephew Larry Nathan
Lane (Betty) of Bland, VA.
The funeral will be held at 2:30 pm, on Saturday, March 9, 2019, at
Advantage Funeral & Cremation Services, 1900 Vanstory Street, Greensboro
NC. Interment will be at Guilford Memorial Park.
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Halifax
+2017, Roanoke Rapids, Halifax Co., NC,
Obituary
Daily Herald
(Roanoke Rapids, NC) - March 28, 2017
James Earl Whitby, 86, of Roanoke Rapids, died Saturday, March 25,
2017, at his residence. He was born in Brunswick County, Virginia, the son of
the late Tom and Elva Mae Whitby.
He retired from the Bibb Company's Rosemary Plant in Roanoke
Rapids.
His daughter, Wanda Kay Turner; and a sister, Sally Mae Russ, also
preceded him in death.
Mr. Whitby is survived by three daughters, Debbie Jean Blankenship of Emporia, Virginia, Brenda
Gail Russ of Bostic and Susan Ann Liming of Lawrenceville, Virginia; a son,
Danny Ray Whitby of Emporia; seven grandchildren,
Kenneth Russ, Margaret Russ Morrison, Tina Turner, Clifton Whitby, Eric
Blankenship , Jonathan Whitby and Kelly Liming; and 11 great-grandchildren.
Graveside services will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday, March 29 at
Crestview Memorial Cemetery, with Dr. Dennis W. Gregory Sr. officiating.
From:
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Deborah
W. Blankenship – b.01Sep1955 https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:KY3L-MNF
Relatives - Jack W. Blankenship J.r, Jr. Jack
Blankenship.
Jack
W. Blankenship – b.01Sep1957 –
Emporia, VA: https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:KY3L-MN3
Relatives - Deborah W. Blankenship, Jr. Jack
Blankenship.
Harnett
+2018,
Dunn, Harnett Co., NC, Death
Published in The News & Observer on Jan. 5,
2019
Dr. Nathan K. Blankenship, 47, Dunn, died 01-01-2019.
Arrangements: Rose & Graham, Benson.
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+2018,
Dunn, Harnett Co., NC, Obituary
https://www.roseandgraham.com/notices/DrNathanKeith-Blankenship
Nathan Keith Blankenship, Dunn, NC, went to Heaven on Jan 1, 2019 at the age
of 47. “Nate” was born on May 23, 1971, in Iredell County, North Carolina.
Nate was a gifted musician, playing in
several different bands over the years as a bassist and Keyboardist/Pianist. He
graduated from Appalachian State University, earning his Bachelor’s Degree,
later attending Life University, where he earned a Doctorate of Chiropractor.
In 2012, Nate met his wife,
Charlotte and they were married the following June. In 2015, their precious daughter,
Birdie
was born and Nate was over the moon.
Nate’s favorite hobbies were music and
cooking, but he loved spending time with his family above all else.
Nate is immediately survived by his wife,
Charlotte Gregory Blankenship, 40 of Dunn, daughter, Audrey Elizabeth “Birdie” Blankenship, 3 of Dunn, and Stepson, Gregory Joseph Talton, 20,
of Angier.
Funeral arrangements were entrusted
to Rose & Graham Funeral Home in Benson .
Visitation will take place on Saturday from 1:30 until 2:30 at Rose &
Graham in Benson. A Graveside funeral to immediately follow
at Roselawn Cemetery in Benson.
Iredell
Co., NC, Birth: https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:VHBB-6YZ
Nathan Keith Blankenship – b.23May1971 – S/o Radford
Harold Blankenship, Jr. & Martha Josephine.
2019, Lillington, Harnett Co., NC,
Obituary
The Fayetteville Observer,
(NC) - March 5, 2019
Verna Jessie Heath Owen, 105, passed away on Sunday, March 3, 2019
in Universal Health Care in Lillington, NC. She was born on March 31, 1913 in
Benson, NC.
Verna attended elementary and high school in Benson and Erwin, NC
and received her high school diploma from Fayetteville Technical Community
College in 1975 at the age of sixty-two. In 1932, at the age of nineteen, Verna
married Army Sgt. Arlis Owen. Together they raised four children in Spring Lake, having
lived there for seventy-one years, from 1933 to 2004.
Verna was the dietician and lunchroom manager at Spring Lake
Elementary School for nineteen years until she retired in 1962. She was active
as a Sunday school teacher, choir member, Spring Lake Lioness Club, American
Legion Auxillary Unit 230, Americanism Chairman, Girls State Chairman, Poppy
Chairman, Recreation Center volunteer, World Book sales person, wrote columns
for the Spring Lake News and The Fayetteville Observer. In 1987 she began
participating in the North Carolina Senior Olympics and the National Senior
Olympics in Ohio and Texas. She had been a member of both Spring Lake Baptist
Church and Spring Lake United Methodist Church
In 2004 Verna moved to Chesapeake, VA to be near her daughter,
Arlene Tibbetts. On her 100th birthday, in 2013, Spring Lake Mayor Chris Rey
declared "Verna Owen Day". In 2016 at the age of 103, Verna moved to
The Woods at Holly Tree in Wilmington, NC to be closer to her older daughter,
Jean, and granddaughter, Lisa. She moved to Universal Health Care in
Lillington, NC in 2017.
Verna is preceded in death by her husband, mother, father,
siblings, and two daughters, Jean
Blankenship and Janice Owen.
Verna is survived by her three children, Vonne Purcell and husband,
Paul, of Troy, NY; Arlene Tibbetts and husband, George, of Kill Devil Hills; A.
D. Owen, Jr. and wife, Ruth, of Spartanburg, SC; thirteen grandchildren;
thirty-seven great-grandchildren; forty-five great-great-grandchildren; and one
great-great-great-grandchild.
A Celebration of Life ceremony will be held Saturday, March 9,
2019, at 2 pm, in the chapel of Adcock Funeral Home in Spring Lake. Interment
will follow in Cumberland Memorial Gardens.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Jean
Owen Blankenship – b.04May1933 - Lillington,
NC:
https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:QJJP-W3LR
Haywood
+2017, Canton, Haywood Co., NC,
Obituary
http://www.tributes.com/obituary/show/Oberia-Haley-104420502
Oberia Raines Haley, 93, passed away on Tuesday, January 31, 2017
at her residence. A native and lifelong resident of Haywood County, she was a
daughter of the late Hector Albert and Minnie Smith Raines.
In addition to Oberia's love for sewing and quilting, she supported
the efforts of the NC National Guard's 30th Signal Company and their annual
reunions because of her husband's 30 years of dedicated service. She was a
member of West Canton Baptist Church.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her
husband of 57 years, Ray M. Haley, who passed away in 2003; a daughter, Sharon
Louise Blankenship, who passed away in 2011; a step-mother, Blanche Raines; three
brothers; and two sisters.
She is survived by a son, Dennis Ray Haley and his wife, Darlene;
seven grandchildren, Andy, Keeta, and
Ryan Blankenship, Jason and Anna Haley, Annie Bryant, and
Jocie Queen; and eight great-grandchildren.
A funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, February 5,
2017 at West Canton Baptist Church with the Reverend Jonathan Blaylock
officiating. Burial will follow at Crawford/Ray Memorial Gardens.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2018, Clyde, Haywood Co., NC,
Obituary
http://www.wellsfuneralhome.com/obituaries/Melvin-Bryant-Earley?obId=3168357#/obituaryInfo
Melvin Bryant Earley, 85, passed peacefully at his residence on
Tuesday, July 24, 2018. A native and lifelong resident of Haywood County, he
was a son of the late James Fred and Bertha Jane Hamlett Earley.
Melvin was a U.S. Army veteran, having served in Germany, and
enjoyed his association with the Disabled American Veterans (DAV). In 1994, he
retired from Champion International with 38 years of service. He enjoyed raising and showing Tennessee Walking Horses and going to
his farm in Tennessee. He loved spending time with his friends and family and
was an advocate of animal rescue.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two
sisters, Elsie Elders and Shirley Rickman, and a brother, Wiley "Bud"
Earley.
Melvin is survived by his wife and loving partner of 26 years,
Martha Elizabeth "Beth" Carter Earley; one daughter, Melanie Parker,
Tampa, Florida; one son, Greg Earley and wife, Kim, Canton; four grandchildren, Cori Blankenship-Flowers and
husband, Ryan, Waynesville, Sidney Blankenship,
Raleigh, Anna Earley, Cullowhee and Rachel Earley, Canton; one
great-grandchild, Ava Flowers and a beloved dog, Dillon.
Private family services will be held at a later date.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Waynesville, Haywood Co., NC,
Death
https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/waynesville-nc/doug-blankenship-7795509
Doug Edward Blankenship,
August 29, 1950 – March 19, 2018, Waynesville, NC.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Waynesville, Haywood Co., NC,
Death
Doug Blankenship, 67, Waynesville, died on March 19, 2018. Doug was
born in Newnan, Georgia, on Aug. 29, 1950, to the late Edward and Mary Rainey Blankenship.
In addition to his parents, Doug was
preceded in death by a sons, Michael Blankenship and John Lee James.
Doug is survived by his partner, Donna
Kay James; sons, Shane Bentley, Joey
Blankenship (Candy) and Damon Blankenship;
daughters April Smith, and Kimberly Beavers (Gregory); brothers, Tony
Arrington and Dougle Blankenship; sisters, Gail Hollingworth and Debbie Blankenship; seven grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.
A graveside service will be held at 3
p.m. March 23, at Green Hill Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 2-3
p.m. at Garrett Funerals and Cremations.
Henderson
+2018, Flat Rock, Henderson Co.,
NC, Obituary
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/187316865/martha-ann-mcentire
Martha
Ann “Granny” Blankenship McEntire, 86, passed away Tuesday, February 13, 2018 at the
Elizabeth House in Flat Rock. A native and lifelong resident of Henderson
County, she was a daughter of the late Vernie and Ruth Cagle Blankenship.
Before
retiring from General Electric, Granny McEntire was an employee of Chipman
LaCross Hosiery Company. She also worked at the Moose Lodge until the age of 80
and was a member of Upward Baptist Church. Granny McEntire enjoyed knitting and
crocheting.
She
was also preceded in death by her daughter, Patricia Duncan, son, Larry
Shipman, Sr., and brother, Henry Blankenship.
She
is survived by her daughter, Brenda Crossman of Fletcher; sons, Paul Shipman
and wife, Wanda, of Tryon; Jonnie Corn of Shelby; and Ronnie Corn of
Rutherfordton; son-in-law, Jerry Duncan of Rutherfordton; daughters-in-law,
Deborah Shipman of Anderson, SC, and Barbara Corn of Boiling Springs, SC;
eighteen grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren; brothers, Donald Blankenship and wife Betty of Virginia, and Edward Blankenship and wife, Kathy, of Arden; and sisters,
Dorothy Gibbs of Hendersonville, and Elsie Barnes of Asheville.
A
funeral service will be held at 2 pm Saturday, February 17, 2018 in the Kirby
Memorial Chapel of Shuler Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Shepherd Memorial
Park.
2019, Fletcher,
Henderson Co., NC,
Obituary
The Times-News,
(Henderson, NC) - November 2, 2019
Elmyra "Dee" Blankenship, 94, of Fletcher died
on Monday, October 28, 2019 at the Oaks at Sweeten Creek, [Arden, Buncombe Co., NC]
after a period of declining health. She was born on February 13, 1925 in
Kentucky, a daughter of the late John and Bessie Laws Cable
She loved going out and helping others, and also loved attending
church at New Beginnings.
She is survived by her daughter,
Teresa Green and her husband Steve Green of Hendersonville, and a sister,
Dimple Baker of Asheville as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
The funeral service will be held at 2:00 pm, on Friday, November 1,
2019, at the New Beginnings Church in Mills River with the Reverend Billy R.
Balcom officiating. Burial will follow the service at Forest Lawn Memorial
Park. Thos. Shepherd & Son Funeral Directors.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2016, Hendersonville, Henderson Co.,
NC, Obituary
Published in The Times-News on May 26, 2016
Carrol David "Ganga" Halford, 80, of Hendersonville, NC
passed away Monday, May 23, 2016 peacefully at the Solace Center in Asheville,
NC.
He was a native and lifelong resident of Henderson County and was
preceded in death by his wife Louise Blankenship
Halford, his parents, David and Vauda Lance " Bob" Halford, a
brother, Joe Halford and a brother-in-law,
Arthur Blankenship.
Carrol dearly loved his family and friends and was a devoted
husband, father and grandfather. He was a very talented musician who was
passionate about gospel and country music, enjoyed playing golf and watching
Tarheel Basketball. He graduated from Flat Rock High School as a decorated
athlete, retired from GE and attended Mud Creek Baptist Church.
He is survived by 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-in-law, Mickey
Blankenship and his wife Judy of Gastonia, NC; two sisters-in-law, Jolee Blankenship of
Pendergrass, GA and Edith Halford of Hendersonville; special cousins, Ernest
and Geraldine Wyatt and Doug Wilson; four nieces and one nephew.
A funeral service will be held 2:00 pm Saturday, May 28th at the
Chapel In The Pines of Jackson Funeral Service with
Rev. Robert Floyd and Rev. David Stanford officiating. Burial will follow at
Shepherd Memorial Park.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2016, Hendersonville,
Henderson Co., NC, Obituary
http://crispfuneralhome.org/tribute/details/1022/Louise-Arvey/obituary.html#tribute-start
Louise Smith Arvey, 76, of Hendersonville, went to be with the Lord
on November 2, 2016. Louise was born on March 25, 1940 the daughter of Clyde
and Gladys Smith of Bryson City, NC.
Louise attended Swain High School until her senior year, when she
attended and graduated from Sedro Wooley High School, WA. Louise attended
Everett Community College where she studied business. Louise met and married
the Love of her life and best friend- the late Bennett C. Arvey who she met
while at Swain High School. They married in 1957 while Bennett was stationed in
Fort Lewis, Washington. After the marriage the couple returned back to Bryson
City where they could be closer to their extended family. She spent her career
working for Duke Power and retired after 24 years.
Louise was a member of Franklin Grove Baptist Church in Bryson
City. Louise was a auxiliary member of the Swain
County Rescue Squad.
Louise is survived by her 2 sons Bennett "Gregg" Arvey of
Fletcher, NC and Gary L. Arvey of Long Beach, MS and "Snickers". She
was the proud aunt of Beth (Arvey) Jenkins, Randy Arvey, Brad Sutton and the
late Kim (Arvey) Blankenship.
Visitation will be Friday November 4, 2016 from 1-2pm and services
immediately following by Pastor Eddie Dietz at Crisp Funeral Home in Bryson
City NC.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2017, Hendersonville, Henderson Co.,
NC, Obituary
Published in The Times-News from Apr. 14 to Apr.
15, 2017
Virginia Wynne Jones, of Hendersonville, North Carolina, peacefully
died Good Friday, April 14, 2017. Born in her Grandmother
Blankenship's home in Douglasville, Georgia on July 15, 1924, Mrs. Hall was the
daughter of Pearl Blankenship and Herman F. Wynn of Hapeville,
Georgia.
She was a 1941 graduate of Hapeville High School where she was a
cheerleader, president of the Rainbow Girls and a member of the Atlanta Drill
Team. Ginny, as she was called by many, attended Brenau College until the
beginning of World War II. After hearing about Pearl Harbor on the radio in the
dorm, she said "that it didn't seem fair to be going to college. I want to
go to work. The war is coming." Virginia was a spirited child - a tomboy,
always adventurous and self-reliant. A child of the depression, her
determination enabled her to face a life with many changes and the courage to
persevere. She had a fierce independent streak tempered by compassion and a
great love and loyalty for her family.
Virginia met Marty
Van Buren, a Georgia Tech student from Ohio, at a
party at Brenau College. They married before he was sent to Europe where he was
injured in the Battle of the Bulge. They had two children: Lynn and Tye Van
Buren. Virginia became a single working Mom and went to Georgia State
University to study business and found a job in the Insurance Department at
GSU. For 18 years she devoted her life to her children, work and her parents.
She met her second husband, Jack C. Jones, at a
parents' weekend at Wake Forest University. They married in 1972, and Virginia
moved to Jack's hometown of Hendersonville, NC. For over 30 years Virginia
enjoyed retirement by building a mountain retreat on "Frog and Fern
Road." Her love of gardening, wild flowers, birds, dogs and cats, flowers,
music, traveling, quilting – all things bright and beautiful and good to eat!
Jack, ever the Marine, fought his last battle with cancer and died in 2003.
Virginia and John
W. Hall, Professor Emeritus of Insurance, met for the
first time in thirty years at an Atlanta funeral of a retired Georgia State
professor in 2005. John shared many of Virginia's interests – family, reading,
music, watching the birds and travel in United States and in Europe. They were
married August 26, 2006 and enjoyed their golden years together – often an
afternoon drive on the Blue Ridge Parkway or a dinner at Lake Lure. They are
members of the Edneyville United Methodist Church.
Virginia was preceded in death by her parents, her brother, Lewis
Wynn and wife Sarah; husbands, Martin Van Buren; Jack C. Jones; brother-in-law,
Swanton Ivy, Jr.
Virginia Hall is survived by her husband, Dr. John W. Hall; her
daughter, Anne Lynn Van Buren and grandson, Andrew Van Buren Aydin; her son,
Tye Wynne Van Buren, his partner, Jennifer Randle Lloyd and grandson, Casey
Montgomery Van Buren, Evan Lloyd, Avery Lloyd and Regan Lloyd. Her sister and best friend, Pattie Wynn Ivy; and her nephews, Tommy
Wynn, John Ivy, David Ivy and their families. Her step-children, Robert
G. Hall and Jackie A. Hall and family, Kathryn Hall, Jenny Jones Giles and
family, and Connie Jones Aiken and family.
Graveside services will be held at Forest Lawn Memorial Park on Easter
Sunday, April 16, 2017, at 2 pm. Reception follows at her home.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2019, Hendersonville,
Henderson Co., NC, Obituary
The Times-News,
(Henderson, NC) - November 24, 2019
Thelma Augusta Bumgarner Blankenship was a Haywood County
native born in the Dix Creek Community, on August 23, 1924. After a short
illness, Thelma passed away on November 21, 2019 in Hendersonville, NC where
she raised a family and resided for the past 64 years. She was the daughter of
the late Samuel "Jesse" Bumgarner and Dailie Kuykendall Bumgarner of
Canton, NC.
Thelma was a faithful member of the First Baptist Church of
Hendersonville. In her earlier years, she enjoyed traveling, sewing, and
cooking. Her greatest accomplishments and largest joy came from her family. She
dedicated a lifetime of service to carrying on her legacy.
Thelma was proceeded in death by her husband, Hilliard Henry
Blankenship, her three brothers, Morris, Dois, and Ted Bumgarner, and a daughter-in-law, Glenda
Blankenship (Tommy)
She was survived by her brother Bobby Bumgarner (Carla) of Ft.
Lauderdale, FL; her three children, Henrietta
Guice (Don) of Hendersonville, NC, Tommy Blankenship of
Tallahassee, FL, and Randy Blankenship of Hendersonville, NC; her grandchildren Lisa Dennison (Tom) of
Hendersonville, NC, Paige Blankenship (John) of St. Petersburg, FL, Cori
Flowers (Ryan) of Waynesville, NC, and Sidney Blankenship of
Denver, CO; and also her three great-grandchildren Luke Dennison (Jess) of
Arden, NC, Mitch Dennison of Greenville, SC, and Ava Flowers of Waynesville,
NC. Many nieces and nephews as well.
At Thelma's request there will be no funeral service. She will be
laid to rest with her late husband at the Western Carolina State Veterans
Cemetery at noon on Wednesday, November 27, 2019.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Iredell
2018, Harmony, Iredell Co., NC,
Obituary
Statesville Record &
Landmark (NC) - July 20, 2018
Charles Wethy Hoskins, 86, of Harmony, passed away Saturday, July
7, 2018, at Gordon Hospice House in Statesville,
[Iredell Co., NC]. He was born June 7, 1932, in Iredell County to the late Stewart
C. Hoskins and Margaret McCoy Hoskins.
Charles graduated from Edmons High School in South Carolina. After
graduation he served four years in the United States Navy during the Korean
conflict. He was awarded the Korean Service Ribbon (Three Stars) and the United
Nations Service Medal. After honorably serving our country he graduated from
the University of South Carolina. While at USC he played football and was in
the Letterman Association, a member of the Block C Club, and Sigma Chi
Fraternity. Charles was the owner of Hoskins Supply Company. He was past post
commander of American Legion Post 113 in Harmony. He was also an active member
of Union Grove United Methodist Church.
He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Nancy Clarke Hoskins; two sons, James Peter Hoskins of Harmony and Michael
Clarke Hoskins of Black Mountain; one daughter,
Amy H. Blankenship and husband, Carl Blankenship of Statesville;
one brother, Robert Davidson Hoskins; four grandchildren, Clarke and wife,
LeAnne Mason Hoskins, Cody Hoskins, Sean Hoskins and Britany Lege; and two great-grandchildren,
Lila Clarke Hoskins and Mille Lou Hoskins.
A celebration of life will be conducted at at 2 p.m., Saturday,
July 21, at Union Grove United Methodist Church, 1331 Sloans Mill Rd. in Union
Grove. Pastor Neill Shaw will officiate and music will be provided by soloist,
Brent Mason.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Carl
Tracy Blankenship – b.17Jul1968 – Statesville, NC:
https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:KBMZ-18X
Relatives - Amy Hoskins Gillespie.
Iredell
Co., NC, Birth: https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:VHBB-6TY
Carl
Blankenship – b.17Jul1968 – Mother: Mary B. Blankenship
2018, Mooresville, Iredell Co., NC,
Obituary
Charlotte Observer (NC)
- June 10, 2018
David Wayne Clubb, 50, of Mooresville, passed away on Friday, June
8, 2018. Born November 9, 1967, in Mooresville, he was a son of Patricia
Lindsay Clubb, of Mooresville and the late Jesse James Clubb.
David was owner of Race City Roofing. He was a well-known fishing
guide for Captain Clubb's Guide Service.
In addition to his mother, he is survived by his wife, Tess
Williams Clubb, whom he married October 20, 1995; sons, Michael Hobbs and
Steven Hobbs (Chloe Freeze); brother, Jesse J. Clubb, Jr. (Amy), of
Mooresville; sister, Rebecca Morris (Raymond), of Troy; grandchildren, Michael
Richard Hobbs, Brody, Layken, Parker and Axel Hobbs; nieces and nephews, Michelle Blankenship,
Kristy Morris, Ethan, Noah, Emma and Jay Clubb.
Funeral services will be held at 2 pm on Tuesday, June 12, 2018, at
the Cavin-Cook Funeral Home Chapel, Mooresville, with Rev. Randall Macon
officiating.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2019, Mooresville, Iredell Co., NC,
Obituary
Statesville Record &
Landmark (NC) - July 27, 2019
Billy Joe Tilley, Jr., 62, of Mooresville, passed away Thursday,
July 25, 2019 at his residence. He was born Dec. 14, 1956, in Iredell County,
to the late Billy Joe Tilley Sr. and Mary Jane Gwaltney Tilley.
Billy was a member of the NC National Guard and worked for
Freightliner as a truck assembler for many years. He was an avid hunter and
fisherman. Billy loved Shar Pei dogs, his old cars, and his Harley. He was a
wonderful brother, nephew, uncle, and friend.
He is survived by his sister, Penny Phifer and husband, Jeff;
nieces, Amber Clement and husband, Alvin, Megan Newton; great-nieces, Kylia
Clement, Natalie Carcamo; great-nephews,
Darrius Wilson, Jaikyn Blankenship; numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins; best friend, Ort Byers; and
his beloved fur baby, Lady.
Funeral services will be held at 1 pm, Monday, July 29, 2019, at
Cavin-Cook Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow the service at Pilgram
Baptist Church Cemetery in Hiddenite.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2019, Olin, Iredell Co., NC,
Obituary
Statesville Record &
Landmark (NC) - June 23, 2019
Alvie Eugene Lilly, 86, of Olin, passed away peacefully at home
Friday, June 21, 2019, surrounded by his loving family. Born Feb. 23, 1933, in
Litwar, WV, he was the son of the late Omer Lilly and Ethel Lester Lilly.
Alvie retired as a mainline supervisor from Norfolk Southern
Railroad. He loved the railroad and even collected model trains. He was the
Pastor of the Church of Zion at Ikes Fork, WV, for over 40 years. He also
enjoyed gardening vegetables.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister,
Alene Steele.
Those left to cherish his memory include his beloved wife of 66 years, Irene
Blankenship Lilly; daughter, Anita (Joe) Christian; sister, Geneva Zimmerman;
grandson, Dwayne (Julie) Christian; and great-grandchildren, Daniel Christian,
Andrew Christian, Alexis England, and Jacob England.
A funeral service will be held in the chapel at 1 pm, Monday, June
24, at Bunch-Johnson Funeral Home with the Rev. Butch White officiating.
Interment will immediately follow the service at Iredell Memorial Gardens.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2016, Statesville, Iredell Co., NC,
Obituary
Statesville Record &
Landmark (NC) - January 29, 2016
The greatest man we ever knew the man we thought would never die
Kenneth Hilton Lippard Sr., our "Rock," our "Superman," slipped,
unexpectedly, from our earthly presence into the Heavenly presence of his Lord
and Savior, Jesus Christ on Sunday evening, Jan. 24, 2016, at Autumn Care
Rehab. He was born April 18, 1923, and was the second child of eleven born to
John Hobbs and Estelle Robbins Lippard.
Kenneth has now joined his beloved wife, Elsie, and together they
are singing "Amazing Grace" once again! He attended Troutman schools,
and though he never held a college degree, he graduated with honors in his own
right as a Master Carpenter. His crafting skills were endless! He was always
creating, making something from nothing. As a young country boy, he loved
hunting, fishing, and especially swimming at the ole' Brown's swimming hole.
He was employed by Statesville Throwing Mill and later West
Construction Company until Uncle Sam called him for military duty in 1943. On
June 13, 1942, he married the love
of his life, Elsie Mae Blankenship in York, SC, and enjoyed
nearly 72 years of marriage! At age 19, he left for World War II on March 27,
1943 and proudly served his country in the Army until Nov. 10, 1945. His was a
dedicated generation, known as the "Greatest Generation," that will
never be forgotten. Pfc. Lippard of Company G, 13th Infantry fought in the
Rhineland and Central Europe campaigns, and his military occupation was
carpentry and cooking.
Many of his cooking skills were honed in the Army. Not only could
he whip up many dishes, but he could make a "mouth-watering" pound
cake that couldn't be beat! Upon discharge from the service, Kenneth returned
home and was employed in construction before he transitioned into being sole
proprietor of Lippard Building and Remodeling Company. His son, Barry, was
honored and privileged to have worked under his dad and by his side for almost twenty-five
years and to have been taught the skills of a true master carpenter.
Not only did Kenneth take pride in building custom homes and
renovations, he and Elsie both took pride in building a home for their three
sons that was filled with love with Christ at its center. Their sons often
mention that their life growing up was like that of the "Leave it to
Beaver" and "Andy Griffith" days! This legacy is cherished by
their grandchildren as well.
As a young boy, Kenneth attended Bethel Baptist Church and became a
Christian as a teenager. Also, he and Elsie were faithful members of Front
Street Baptist Church having joined in February of 1951. Kenneth loved the Lord
with all his heart and his church family as well. He served the church and his
Lord as a deacon, Sunday school teacher of the Intermediate Boys' Sunday school
class, and head usher for many years. He was a member of Front Street's
building committee when its 1957 educational building was constructed, and he
chaired the building committee when Front Street's new sanctuary was erected in
1973. He was also a member of the Loyal Soldiers Sunday school class where
there were often handshake battles of who had the strongest grip. Of course,
Kenneth held the uncontested title!
Our "Papaw" was nicknamed "Toon" as a young
fellow and was known to others as "Colonel." His word was his bond.
Friends and extended family have commented recently that Kenneth was "one
in a million" and that "a lot of love went to Heaven" when he
passed. He had a great "mustard seed" faith and because of his
determination and tenacity, he went "full force" at all times. He
taught us many life lessons and for us to take note that "the simple and
oft times the best things in life, money can't buy," and that
"wherever you go, self goes with you "his way of saying, represent
yourself well! On a lighter side, Kenneth was a fan of the "Wheel of
Fortune" game show, and an even greater fan of Vanna White!
Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by his sweetheart,
Elsie, on Feb. 28, 2014; granddaughter, Dolynda Lippard; brothers, Jack, Gene,
and Sonny Lippard; and sisters, Helen L. Sherrill and Joann L. Danner. Kenneth
dearly loved and was so very proud of his family.
Those left to cherish his memory are his sons, Kenneth Hilton
Lippard Jr. and wife, Nancy (Call) of Statesville, Barry Lynn Lippard and wife,
Kim (York) of Troutman, and Stanley Charles Lippard and wife, Kim (Wilson) of
Statesville; ten grandchildren, Anita L. Taylor and husband, Todd, Kenny
Lippard, III, Adam Lippard and wife, Brandi, Cory Lippard and fianc‚e, Christy,
Beth Anne L. Campbell and husband, John, Luke Lippard, Aron Lippard and wife,
Sarah, Rhett Lippard and fianc‚e, Rachel Gobble, Mary Charles Lippard and
fianc‚, Patrick McConnell, and Landon Lippard; great-grandchildren, A.J.
Taylor, Nick Taylor, Addison Lippard, Brock Lippard, Kenslee Lippard, Elin
Campbell, Brantley Lippard, and baby-to-be Lippard (Aron and Sarah'sdue July
31). He is further survived by his four sisters, Velma L. Kelley, Martha L. Williams,
Betty L. Holdsclaw and husband, Bill, Vivian L. Eades and his brother, Danny
Lippard and wife, Linda; along with many nieces and nephews.
The service celebrating Kenneth's life will be conducted at 2 p.m.,
Sunday, Jan. 31, at Front Street Baptist Church, with Pastor Tim Stutts
officiating. Burial will follow in the Oakwood Cemetery with full military
rites, and the Rev. Charles Williams, nephew of Kenneth, will officiate. Active
pallbearers will be his grandsons, Kenny, Adam, Cory, Luke, Aron, Rhett, and
Landon Lippard.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2016, Statesville, Iredell Co., NC,
Obituary
Betty Jean Akers Thornsbury, 78, of Statesville, passed away
Friday, March 18, 2016 at Iredell Memorial Hospital. Born December 3, 1937 in
McDowell County, West Virginia, she was the daughter of the late Dempus Akers
and Georgia Blankenship Akers.
Mrs. Thornsbury worked and retired from Gulf State Paper Company in
Conover, NC. She was of the Baptist faith.
In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by three
brothers and her husband, Franklin Delano Thornsbury in 1995.
Those left to cherish her memory are her three sons, Franklin Ray
Thornsbury, David (Missy) Thornsbury and Toby (Mandy) Thornsbury; two
daughters, Debra (Mark) Gibson and Donna Nichols; six grandchildren, Joseph
(Mallory) Rogers, Matt (Hannah) Campbell, Shawn Thornsbury, Ashley Campbell,
Carissa Thornsbury, and Justin Thornsbury; three great-grandchildren, Cloeigh
and Jordan Campbell and Mckenzie Hunter; and two sisters, Faye Gibson and
Fredia Meade of West Virginia.
The family will receive friends Thursday, March 24, 2016 from 1:00
PM – 3:00 PM at Bunch-Johnson Funeral Home with the funeral service beginning
at 3:00 PM in the Westmoreland Chapel. Entombment will follow at Iredell
Memorial Gardens Mausoleum.
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2016, Statesville, Iredell Co., NC,
Obituary
Statesville Record &
Landmark (NC) - April 26, 2016
Debra "Debbie" Wall Mills entered into heaven, April 24,
2016, after a long battle against cancer. She was born June 18, 1959, in
Statesville, to the late Herbert and Dorothy Wall.
Her faith as a Christian was a virtue that she openly shared with
others. Debbie will be remembered as a happy, gracious lady and friend to all
she met. Her love for family and friends was a memory that will be cherished by
all.
She is survived by her husband, Pastor Beau Mills whom she married
in Sept. 1981. She is also survived by three daughters; Kasey and husband,
Jamie Bostian, Jessi Mills and fianc‚, Deven Poole, and Jamie Mills; one
granddaughter, Madelyn Bostian. Along with two sisters, Donna Dillard, Lori and husband, Pastor Frank Blankenship. She also has many nieces and
nephews that she loved.
The funeral service will be Thursday, April 28, at 2 p.m., at
Fellowship Baptist Church with the Revs. Johnny Beckham and
Mike Horne officiating. Burial will follow at Iredell Memorial Gardens.
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+2016, Statesville, Iredell Co., NC,
Obituary
Statesville Record &
Landmark (NC) - June 16, 2016
Mrs. Frances Hager Parks, 79, of Statesville, died Tuesday, June
14, 2016 at Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center in Winston-Salem, [Forsyth Co., NC] following a brief illness.
Born in Iredell County, Dec. 22, 1936, she was a daughter of the late Fred
Simon Hager and Marguerite Long Hager.
Frances was a long-time active member of Forest Park Presbyterian
Church and enjoyed spending her mornings piddling in the garden. She was a
loving and supportive wife, mom and Nana and hardly ever missed the opportunity
to cheer for her grandchildren at their many activities and sporting events.
She was rarely seen without the love of her life by her side. She was a
graduate of Cool Spring High School and Realtor/Broker for 33 years.
She was associated with Parks Realty, Realty World Parks &
Assoc, Hunter Realty, and most recently Coldwell Banker. She has received
multiple awards and recognitions over her career, including Realtor of the Year
and past President of the Iredell County Board of Realtors.
She was preceded in death by a sister,
Nancy Blankenship, formerly of Cleveland.
Survivors include her husband of 53 years, L.A. Parks Jr.; a son,
L.A. (Chip) Parks, III (Rhonda) of Statesville; daughters, Laura Thompson
(Scott) of Statesville and Suzanne McLelland (Eddie) of Ft. Mill, S.C. Also
surviving are grandchildren: Alex and Megan McLelland and Parks, Connor and
Lizzie Thompson along with brothers: Jerry Hager of Rock Hill, S.C., Mike Hager
of Raleigh, Richard Hager of Jenkinsville, S.C., and Dennis Hager of
Millington, Maryland.
Services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Saturday, June 18, at Forest
Park Presbyterian Church with the Rev. Scott Jeffreys officiating. A private
burial will take place in Oakwood Cemetery.
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2016, Statesville, Iredell Co., NC,
Obituary
Statesville Record &
Landmark (NC) - July 26, 2016
Charlie Fred Lambert, 67, of Statesville, passed away Sunday, July
24, 2016, at his residence surrounded by his loving family. He was born in
Dickson County, VA, June 7, 1949, to the late Ray and Lizzy Merry Lambert.
Mr. Lambert was retired from Southern Furniture where he was a
machine operator and has been with his wife,
Teela Blankenship, for over 34 years.
Along with his wife, Teela, those left to cherish his memory are
one son, Charlie
Blankenship; four daughters, Greta
Blankenship, Teresa Moore (Craig), Crystal Blankenship, and
Becky Gardiner (A. J.); and 16 grandchildren.
A memorial service will be held at 7 p.m., Thursday, July 28, at
the Nicholson Funeral Home Chapel, with Pastor Frank Blankenship officiating.
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2017, Statesville, Iredell Co., NC,
Obituary
Charlotte Patricia Ann Smith, 76, passed away February 6, 2017.
Born July 26, 1940 in McDowell County, West Virginia, she was the daughter to
the late Ellis Lee and Jenny Margret McCoy.
In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by husband,
James Darrell Smith; son, James William Lee Smith (Debbie), Jackie Wade Smith; grandchildren, Mildred
Kay Blankenship Smith and Caiden Ross Smith; siblings, Maggie Ellen McCoy, Richard Earl
McCoy, Fred McCoy, Lee Ellis McCoy, Lillian May Steele, Thurman McCoy, Charles
Burns McCoy, Clarence Edward McCoy, Laura Ola Nutten, Helen Margret Kauffman,
and Dorothy Sue Hatifield.
Survivors include her children Norma M. Smith, Willis J. D. (Tina)
Smith, Lawrence W. (David) Smith, Kelly Scott (Michele) Smith; daughter-in-law,
Marlene F. Smith; 18 grandchildren; 30 great-grandchildren; 1
great-great-child; brothers, Johnny (Mary) McCoy and Willis "Sonny"
McCoy, and many nieces and nephews.
The family will receive friends from 1-2 pm on Saturday, February
11, 2017 at Bunch-Johnson Funeral Home. A service will follow at 2 pm in the
chapel at Bunch-Johnson. A memorial service and burial will be held at a later
date in McDowell County, West Virginia.
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+2017, Statesville, Iredell Co., NC,
Obituary
Statesville Record &
Landmark (NC) - July 11, 2017
Thea Lyle Perry, 61, of Statesville, passed away unexpectedly
Saturday, July 8, 2017, at his residence. Mr. Perry was born April 3, 1956, in
Welch, WV, and was the son of Richard Lyle Perry and Cora
Blankenship Perry.
He attended schools in West Virginia and previously worked for
Baker Furniture in Hildebrand. On Oct. 20, 1993, he was married to Marlena
Thomas Perry, who survives. He loved riding motorcycles, and loved his family,
especially his dog, Mousey, and family gatherings.
In addition to his parents and wife, Thea is survived by one
daughter, Laurie Parsons Johnson (Keith) of Wilkesboro; two sons, Lawrence
Edward Teaster (Tricia) of Statesville, Donald Lee Teaster of Statesville;
eight grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m., Wednesday, July 12, in
the Nicholson Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow in the Iredell Memorial
Gardens Cemetery.
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+2017, Statesville, Iredell Co., NC,
Obituary
Statesville Record &
Landmark (NC) - August 31, 2017
Steven Howard Stroud, 58, of Statesville, passed away Monday, Aug.
28, 2017, at his residence. He was born Dec. 12, 1958, to Howard Stroud Jr. and
the late Imogene Blankenship Stroud.
Before his disability, he was employed by Freightliner in
Cleveland, NC, in quality control. He was a member of the United Auto Workers
Union and served as treasurer. Steven served in the United States Army until
honorably discharged for medical reasons.
In addition to his father, Steven is survived by one son,
Christopher Stroud of Statesville; and a daughter, Lauren Stroud of Stony
Point; and two sisters, Juanita Stroud and Julie Parlier of Statesville; along
with four grandchildren, Cayden, Bryden, Dustyn and Adelynn Stroud, all of
Stony Point.
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2017, Statesville, Iredell Co., NC,
Obituary
Statesville Record &
Landmark (NC) - November 8, 2017
Ervin Gilbert "Gib" McGuirt, 83, of Statesville, passed
away Tuesday, Nov. 7, 2017. He was born Nov. 30, 1933.
Mr. McGuirt graduated from Statesville Senior High School. He
served his country proudly in the U.S. Army. For years he worked in paper sales
traveling the country. Golfing was his joy, before and after retirement. Gib
never met a stranger and always had a funny story or a joke to tell.
He is survived by his sisters, Jenny McGuirt Deaton (Bo) of
Wilmington; and two daughters,
Amanda Brooks (Wendell) and Elizabeth Blankenship (Mike).
His sister would like to thank the V. A. in Salisbury and the
dedicated and caring staff at Iredell Memorial Hospital.
Nicholson Funeral Home is entrusted with the arrangements.
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+2018, Statesville, Iredell Co., NC,
Obituary
Statesville Record &
Landmark (NC) - January 11, 2018
Richard Wiley Blankenship, Sr. 88, of Statesville, was
reunited in heaven with the love of his life, Peggy Blankenship,
Tuesday, Jan. 9, 2018. Richard was born Dec. 5, 1929, in Iredell County, to the
late William Glenn Blankenship and Jettie Viola Triplett.
Richard served in the United States Army and was a Korean War
veteran. He was a retired business owner of Melson Enterprises in Troutman He
was also a member of the Statesville 0027 Masonic Lodge. In his spare time, he
loved to go catfishing off his pier in Lake Norman.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his beloved
wife of 60 years, Peggy
Deal Blankenship; sister, Imogene
Stroud; and brothers, William
G. Blankenship, Jr., Grady Blankenship, and Floyd Blankenship.
He is survived by a son,
Richard "Rick" W. Blankenship, Jr. and
wife, Tammy of Statesville; daughter,
Vicky Blankenship Zanon of Columbus, Ohio; grandchildren, Payton
Blankenship , Brennen, Jaymie, and Richard Zanon, and Savannah (Caleb)
Crotinger; sisters, Elva
Holton and Bonnie Brown; foster brothers, James Lewis and Bobby Lewis; and numerous
nieces and nephews.
Funeral service will be at 2 pm, Friday, Jan. 12, at Troutman
Funeral Home Chapel, with the Rev. Jerry Blankenship officiating. Interment will immediately
follow the service at Iredell Memorial Gardens with full military honors accorded
by Iredell Veterans Council.
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+2018, Statesville, Iredell Co., NC,
Obituary
Statesville Record &
Landmark (NC) - March 27, 2018
Imogene Blankenship Fleming, 88, of Statesville, passed
away Sunday, March 25, 2018, at Catawba Regional Hospice House [Newton, Catawba Co., NC],
following a period of declining health. She was born Nov. 9, 1929, in Iredell
County, to the late Ed Wilkinson and Linnie Ann Freeze Wilkinson.
Imogene was a graduate of Troutman High School. She was Assistant
Register of Deeds in Iredell County for 39 1/2 years. She was a member of New
Amity A.R.P. Church, but attended Elk Shoals A.R.P. Church.
In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her first husband, William
"Robert" Blankenship; two brothers, Willliam Wilkinson,
Leonard Wilkinson; and one sister Helen W. Overcash.
She is survived by her husband, the Rev. Walter Fleming of the
home; a daughter, Brenda
Robertson and husband, Dale of Stony Point; three grandchildren, Jason
Robertson and wife, Danielle Robertson, Josh Robertson, Rachel Robertson
Schaffer and husband, Brooks Schaffer, all of Stony Point; and three
great-grandchildren, Karsyn, Ansley and Charley Robertson, all of Stony Point.
Funeral services will be conducted Wednesday, March 28, at 3 p.m.,
at New Salem Presbyterian, 4415 Old Mountain Rd. in Stony Point. Dr. Earl
Linderman will officiate. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.
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+2018, Statesville, Iredell Co., NC,
Obituary
The Herald-Dispatch,
(Huntington, WV) - September 15, 2018
Kathryn Michelle "Shelly" Dotson, of Statesville, NC,
formerly of Matewan, WV, daughter of John A. and Kathryn E. Blankenship
Dotson, died Sept. 11 in Pikeville ([Pike Co.,] KY.) Medical Center.
There will be a memorial service at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Chambers
Funeral Services Chapel, Matewan, WV.
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+2018, Statesville, Iredell Co., NC,
Obituary
Statesville Record &
Landmark (NC) - November 18, 2018
Virginia Lou Shepherd Miller, 82, of Statesville, passed away
Friday, Nov. 16, 2018, at Aurora Assisted Living after an extended illness. She
was born in Wilkes County, May 29, 1936, to the late Foy Samuel Shepherd and
Ada Ballard Shepherd.
She was a member of Seventh Street Baptist Church in Statesville.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her
husband, Roy Miller; one son, Danny Shepherd; infant son, Gerald Shepherd; and
two sisters, Gaynelle
Blankenship and Joyce Pointer.
Those left to cherish her memory are one daughter, Deborah Myers
and husband, J. C. Myers Sr., of Statesville; one sister, Sylvia Waugh of Stony
Point; two grandchildren, Natausha Myers Collins and Jay Myers, both of
Statesville; one special niece, Sheila Crawford and husband, Charlie, of
Statesville; one nephew, David Waugh; one great-niece, Maddie Crawford; along
with many other nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be conducted at 2 pm, Monday, Nov. 19, 2018,
at the Chapman Funeral Home Chapel. The Rev. Naomi King will officiate. Burial
will follow in Iredell Memorial Park, 2304 Shelton Ave. in Statesville.
Pallbearers include David Waugh, Bryan Ervin, Mike Pendergrass, Vinnie
Nathaniel, Bubba Bowman, and Justin Collins.
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Gaynell
Shepherd Blankenship – b.10Apr1933 - Salisbury, NC:
https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:KPJG-M22
Relatives
- Bridget Blankenship Mounts, Easther G. Blankenship, Kelly Blankenship, Lonnie
Dale Blankenship.
+2019, Statesville, Iredell Co., NC,
Obituary
Statesville Record &
Landmark (NC) - April 24, 2019
Charles Douglas Blankenship, 62, of Statesville, passed
away Sunday, April 21, 2019, at Iredell Memorial Hospital. Born July 16, 1956,
in Iaeger, WV, he was the son of the late Alfred and Suella King
Blankenship.
He attended Statesville schools and on Aug. 21, 1977, was married to Sandra
Burrell Blankenship, who survives. He served in the U.S. Marine Corps and was self
employed in Poultry and Cattle Farming. Doug enjoyed bluegrass music, farm auctions,
gardening and mowing his grass, but especially enjoyed spoiling his
granddaughter.
He was preceded in death by one brother, Tommy Blankenship; and one sister, Karen B. Morrison.
In addition to his wife, Sandra, Doug is survived by one son, Lynn Blankenship
(Maggie) of Clemmons; a granddaughter,
Stella Blankenship; two brothers, Johnny Blankenship (Doris), William Blankenship
(Pat); and four sisters, Shelia
Peters (Ed), Patsy Kerley (Tim), Lisa Dowdle (Rhyne), Teri McDonald (Gene). Also surviving are a number of nieces, nephews,
and great-nieces and -nephews.
Doug was a member of Society Baptist Church, where the family will
visit with friends Friday, April 26, from 6 to 8 p.m.
Burial will be held at a later date. Troutman Funeral Home.
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+2019, Statesville, Iredell Co., NC,
Obituary
Statesville Record &
Landmark (NC) - December 2, 201
Sandra Burrell Blankenship, 64, of Statesville, passed
away Saturday, Nov. 30, 2019.
Funeral arrangements will be announced by Troutman Funeral Home.
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+2019, Statesville, Iredell Co., NC,
Obituary
https://www.troutmanfuneralhome.com/notices/Sandra-Blankenship
Mrs. Sandra Burrell Blankenship, 64, of Statesville, passed away, Saturday,
November 30, 2019 at Maple Leaf Healthcare in Statesville. She was born
February 9, 1955 in Statesville, NC and was the daughter of the late Haskel Burrell and JoAnn Cline Burrell.
She was a member of Society Baptist
Church, previously employed by Davis Hospital in Medical Records and was
self-employed in Poultry and Cattle Farming.
Mrs. Blankenship was a graduate of South
Iredell High School and on August 21, 1977, she married the late Charles Douglas “Doug” Blankenship, who passed away, April 21, 2019.
She is survived by one son, Lynn Blankenship
(Maggie) of Clemmons, NC; a granddaughter, Stella Blankenship;
two sisters, Rhonda Burrell of Statesville, Zina Parlier (Todd) of Statesville
and numerous nieces, nephews and extended family.
A private family burial will be held at a
later date.
+2019, Stony Point,
Iredell Co., NC, Obituary
Statesville Record &
Landmark (NC) - November 15, 2019
Carl Edward Kerley, 80, of Stony Point, passed away Tuesday, Nov.
12, 2019, at Valley Nursing Center in Taylorsville,
[Alexander Co., NC]
after a period of declining health. Carl was born at home in Alexander County
Sunday, Sept. 10, 1939, the son of the late R. D. and Lundia
Blankenship Kerley.
On July 2, 1961, he was married to Marilyn "Boots" Rhyne.
He attended Hiddenite High School and received his GED from Catawba Tech in
1971. He was employed at Southern Screw in Statesville for 33 1/2 years. In
later years he worked part time at Carrigan & Sons Trucking in
Taylorsville. Carl was a member of White Plains Baptist Church in Taylorsville.
In 1953, at the age of 14, Carl was stricken with polio that left him with a
disability, but he never let that stop him from accomplishing the things that
he wanted to do. Carl loved old westerns and collecting cowboy memorabilia. He
was a huge Carolina Basketball fan. He loved music and playing the guitar and
even tried his hand at playing the piano.
Family history was one of the things that gave him a lot of pleasure,
but most of all he loved his family, especially his daughter (daddy's girl) and
his three grandchildren who called him "Papa." He enjoyed taking them
to school, picking them up and attending their ballgames. He also loved his
many nieces and nephews and was known to them as Uncle Carl. They always
enjoyed the pictures he would draw on their birthday cards.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his oldest
sister, Evelyn Kerley Yow; his brothers-in-law, William Thomas "Tom"
Yow, Rondy Tedder, Avery Paige Jenkins; nephew, Avery Tracy Jenkins; and his
father and mother-in-law, Howard Earl Rhyne and Varina Willet Rhyne.
Carl is survived by his wife of 58 years, Marilyn "Boots"
Rhyne Kerley; daughter, Carla Kerley Keever and son-in-law, Eric Keever;
grandchildren, Courtney Goble, Parks Keever and Samantha Keever all of
Statesville; sisters, Alta Mae Kerley Jenkins and Geraldine Kerley Tedder, both
of Taylorsville; his only surviving aunt,
Estelle Blankenship of Hiddenite; sister and brother-in-law,
Joyce R. and Dale Byers; brother and sister-in-law, Wayne and Susie Rhyne; many
nieces, nephews and cousins; and his very special friends, David McLelland,
Pierce Bolin, Donald Grant and Jerry Mayberry.
Funeral services will be held at 3 pm, today (Friday, Nov. 15), at
White Plains Baptist Church in Taylorsville, with the Rev. Tony Daniels
officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Pallbearers will be Jeffrey
Byers, Dwain Rhyne, Randy Yow, Roger Kerley, Jody Carrigan and Jerry Mayberry. Adams Funeral Home and Cremation.
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2016, Troutman, Iredell Co., NC,
Obituary
http://www.cavin-cook.com/?pagetype=obitlink&obit_id=1766224
James Branscomb of Troutman, NC, formerly of Winston Salem, NC, age
90, passed away March 26th at his home. He was born in Carroll County, VA on
March 19th, 1926 to Otto S. & Blanche Combs Branscomb.
James started school in a 1 room schoolhouse in the Blue Ridge
Mountains, went on to graduate from NC. State University
after serving in the U.S. Army as a replacement in the Battle of the Bulge in
WWII. Went to work in family business, Branscomb Produce Co. of W.S.,
where he was president until retirement.
He was a long time member of Bethany Baptist Church in W.S. He enjoyed bow hunting, fishing, & RV
traveling. His favorite activity was
spending time with the family @ "the lake cabin". He dearly loved and respected his sons &
grandchildren.
Proceeded in
death by parents, first much loved wife Charlotte Merritt Branscomb, son David
Alan Branscomb of W.S., sister Carol Gore of Fayetteville, NC, brother Ralph
Branscomb of W.S.
Survived by wife Judie Branscomb of the home, 2 sons Art Branscomb
(Roxanne) of Statesville and Steve Branscomb (Susan) of W.S., 6 grandchildren,
Jay Branscomb of Cheyenne WY, Jennie (Chris) Dodd of Candler NC, Kelley
Branscomb of Asheville NC, Justin Branscomb of W.S., Ryan Moore of W.S., and
Sean Moore of Charlotte, 3 great
grandchildren Daniel Starr, Jacob Blankenship, and
Lane Dodd, and siblings, brother Charles Branscomb of Cary, NC and sister Betty
Vernon of W.S.
Memorial service will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday, March 30 at
Cavin-Cook Funeral Home 494 E. Plaza Dr. Mooresville NC 28115. The family will
receive friends from 10-11:00 a.m. with private graveside service.
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+2018, Troutman, Iredell Co., NC,
Obituary
Statesville Record &
Landmark (NC) - January 14, 2018
Sylvia Louise Blankenship Hardy, 94, of Troutman, went to be
with the Lord, Friday, Jan. 12, 2018. She was born April 10, 1923, in Yadkin
County, to the late John and Pearl Blankenship.
Sylvia was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. Among many
things, she loved crocheting, quilting, gardening and cooking, but most of all
she loved her family and always put family first.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her
beloved husband, Grover Eugene Hardy Sr.; son, Eugene Hardy; one sister, and
four brothers.
Those left to cherish her memory are sons, Brent (Pat) Hardy of
Statesville, and Michael (Mary) Hardy of Kannapolis; daughters, Wanda H.
Blackwelder of McLeansville, and Janice (Dave) H. Brotherton of Bedford, Va.;
14 grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren.
The funeral service will begin at 2 p.m., Monday, Jan. 15, at Fern
Hill Baptist Church, with the Revs. Dr. Jesse L. Stroud,
and Conley Matlock officiating. Interment will immediately follow in the church
cemetery.
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+2017, Union Grove, Iredell Co., NC,
Obituary
Statesville Record &
Landmark (NC) - April 7, 2017
Mrs. Carol Elaine Williams Templeton, 71, of Union Grove, passed
away, Wednesday, April 5, 2017, at Maple Leaf Healthcare, [Statesville, Iredell Co., NC]. Mrs. Templeton was born Oct. 16, 1945, to the late Coy Lee
Williams and Fay Blankenship Williams.
She was a graduate of Iredell County schools and on May 5, 1962,
she was married to the late LeRoy Templeton, who passed away in 2012. She was a
member of Sweet Home Baptist and was the longest surviving dialysis patient in
Iredell County.
In addition to her husband of 50 years, she was preceded in death
by one brother, James Williams.
She is survived by one daughter, Marilyn T. Rash (Randy), of Union
Grove; brothers, Avery Williams (Krista), of Union Grove, her twin brother,
Gerald Williams (Paulette), of San Diego, Calif., Robert Williams, of
Cleveland, NC; two granddaughters, Melissa Fulford (Frank) and Amber Houser;
one grandson, Matthew Rash; one sister-in-law, Gail Williams, of Harmony; and
numerous nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be conducted at 4 p.m. Sunday, April 9, at
Smith Chapel Methodist Church in Union Grove, with the Rev. Howard Wagoner
officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Active pallbearers will
be Matthew Rash, Randy Rash, Robert Williams, Aaron Williams, Avery Williams
and Austin Williams.
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+2017, Union Grove,
Iredell Co., NC, Obituary
Statesville Record &
Landmark (NC) - July 8, 2017
Mary Ruth York Cass, 90, of Union Grove, died Friday, July 7, 2017,
at the Randolph House in Asheboro, [Randolph Co., NC].
Born in Iredell County, May 30, 1927, she was a daughter of the late John T.
York and Lela Tutterow York.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her
husband, Horace R. Cass; a daughter, Corinne Cass Rash; brothers, Burette,
Coyte, Rex, Roy, Dwight, and Howard York; and sisters, Velma Tulbert and Lois Blankenship.
Survivors include sons, Charles Cass of Union Grove, Don Cass
(Barbara) of Mt. Ulla, Roger Cass (Tammy) of Sophia, and Brent Cass (Heather)
of Union Grove. Also surviving are eight grandchildren and seven
great-grandchildren.
Funeral services are scheduled for 11 a.m., Monday, June 10, at
Zion Baptist Church with the Rev. Joey Tomlin officiating. Burial will follow
in the church cemetery.
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Jackson
2016, Cherokee, Qualla Boundary,
Jackson
Co.,
NC, Obituary
Published in the Asheville
Citizen-Times on Dec. 20, 2016
William Thomas Jordan, 87, of Cherokee, went home to be with the
Lord, Sunday, December 18, 2016. A native of Camden, TN and longtime resident
of Jackson County, NC, he was the son of the late Bob and Minnie Jordan.
In addition to his parents he was also preceded in death by one
daughter, Cecelia Jordan; one son Marcus Jordan, and two brothers Dewayne and
James Jordan.
He is survived by his wife of 25 years, Barbara Queen Jordan; one
son Bill Jordan of Franklin; four step-children, Leroy
Blankenship of Cherokee, Denise Neesam and husband David of
Whittier, Tony Blankenship and fiancée Debbie of Whittier, and Dennis
Blankenship and wife Cathy of Lagrange, IN; one brother Dewey Jordan and wife
Candace of Severna Park, MD, and many step-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
Funeral Services will be held 11:00 AM Wednesday at Crisp Funeral
Home Chapel. Rev. Steve Jamison will officiate with burial in Oak Grove Cemetery
in Franklin NC.
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2016, Cullowhee,
Jackson Co., NC, Obituary
The Sylva Herald &
Ruralite, (NC) - March 9, 2016
Mildred Ann Bryson of Cullowhee died on March 3, 2016, at the age
of 71. She was the daughter of late Eva Pauline Ashe Conner and the late Victor
Connor.
She was the wife of the late Johnny Edward Bryson of Dillsboro. Her
children included Robert Jumper, Vicky Jumper, Patty Jumper, John Bryson,
Steven Bryson, Eva Bryson, Justin Jumper, Chris Farmer, Kendra
Fox; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by brothers Herbert Conner, L.C. Conner,
Veldie Conner, Victor Conner; and a sister, Jean Davis.
She is survived by her sisters,
Shila Blankenship and Doris Fallon; and a brother, Henry
Conner.
Her focus and love in life were her children, and she devoted all
of her time and resources to helping her kids and others. She was a faithful
follower of Jesus Christ; loved studying her Bible and her desire was for
everyone to come to a saving knowledge and acceptance of the Lord. She was a
member of Cullowhee Valley Baptist Church.
There was a simple gathering and celebration of her life at 7 p.m.
Tuesday, March 8, in the chapel of Appalachian Funeral Service with the Rev.
Eddie Stillwell officiating.
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+2016, Cullowhee, Jackson Co., NC,
Obituary
The Sylva Herald &
Ruralite, (NC) - June 29, 2016
Morris "Gene" Blankenship, 85, of the Caney
Fork Community, peacefully passed on to be with his Lord and Savior in the
early hours of June 25, 2016. Born to Joe and Ina Mae Blankenship on May 3, 1931, in Mart, TX.
Gene worked in the cotton fields with his family beginning at the
age of three. At the age of 16, he joined the Marine Corps and trained at Camp
Pendleton, Cal. Gene was stationed in Hawaii, then
served in the Korean War as part the first marine division on the Chosin Reservoir.
Following the Korean War, he returned to the states to Camp Lejeune, NC. Gene
was in the Marine Corps for 8 years (1947-1955) before retiring and moving to
Texas.
Only 2 months later, Gene joined the Air Force and was sent to RAF
Lakenheath in England. He returned to the United States in 1957 to McCoy Air
Force Base in Orlando, Fla. He retired from the Air Force in 1968 and began
working for the Orange County Sheriff's Department in Orlando for the Crimes Against Person division. He worked his way up from Road
Patrol to Detective, then Sergeant, and finally was promoted to Lieutenant in
charge of Crimes Against Person in 1973. His specialty
was homicide.
Gene took an early retirement after moving to Cullowhee, NC, to be
with his family on June 24, 1982. Starting in the spring of 1986, Gene carried
mail on Route 67 for 14 years. On April 5, 1976, Gene's life was forever
changed when he met his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Gene was well-known for
his kind-hearted nature, his willingness to go above and beyond to help anyone
who was in need, as well as his love for gardening and sharing the bounty, but
nothing compared to the love he felt for his children and grandchildren.
He leaves behind his wife
of 43 years, Jane Adel Blankenship, and six children: Shirley
Ann Moody, Michael Blankenship (Debbie), Cyndee Good
(Richard), Michelle Cabe (Chad), Patricia Brown (Coy), and Andy
Andrew Gordon (Ilona), along with 16 grandchildren and seven
great-grandchildren.
Services were held at Appalachian Funeral Home in Sylva on Tuesday,
June 28. Services were at 1 p.m. with graveside services following at Lower
Coward Cemetery.
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Johnston
+2016, Clayton,
Johnston Co., NC, Obituary
The Dothan Eagle,
(AL) - May 24, 2016
Mary Blankenship Graham, 86 [1930], passed away on
Thursday, May 19, 2016. Mary was born in Lowndes County, MS to the late Hardin and Clara
Smith Blankenship.
She is survived by her children, Wayne Graham and wife, Deborah, of
Clayton, NC, Elizabeth Sullivan and husband, Wayne, of High Springs FL, and
Patricia Herring and husband, Danny, of Samson, AL; sisters, Betty Jean Williams, of Jackson, MS and Bessie Mae Mitchell
and husband, James, of Nashville, TN; as well as numerous grandchildren,
nieces, and a nephew.
Arrangements by McLaurin
Funeral Home.
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+2018, Kenly, Johnston Co.,
NC, Obituary
The Wilson Daily Times, (NC)
- May 13, 2018
Carrie Mae Bean Bolin, 75, of Kenly, passed away Thursday, May 10,
2018 at Rex UNC Healthcare, [Raleigh, Wake Co., NC].
Born on May 14, 1942 in Upper Marlboro, Maryland, she was the daughter of the
late James Edwin Bean and Dorothy Bean Hurley.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by siblings,
Norman Bean, Charlie Bean, Mary Lou Blankenship,
Bertie Moore and Helen McDonald; and sister-in-law Debbie Bean.
Carrie is survived by her husband, John Lewis Bolin; children,
Theresa Bolin and Leonard Allen Bolin; grandchildren, Terri Janine Montgomery,
Heather Renee Montgomery, Maria Elizabeth Toro, Michael Scott Claytor, Jacore
Lee Johnson, Corissa Leigh Jenkins, Alexis Nicole Hathaway, Kayla MacKenzie
Bolin and Randy Parker Lewis Bolin; one great-grandchild, Zayne Clark;
siblings, Carolyn Smith, Linda Sims, Adeline Clark and Beverly Mayes;
sister-in-law, Mariel Bean and brothers-in-law,
Herb Blankenship and Tommy McDonald.
A service celebrating Carrie's life will be on Saturday, May 12, at
Moore's Chapel Pentecostal Holiness Church with the Rev. David West
officiating.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Kenly, Johnston Co.,
NC, Obituary
The Herald-Dispatch,
(Huntington, WV) - November 14, 2018
Karen Ernestine Runyon Hopkins, age 70, of Kenly, NC, left this
world to be with her father in Heaven on November 3, 2018. Born
July 1, 1948, in Delbarton, WV, to the late Elva and Norma
Blankenship Runyon.
Karen lived a very full life, surrounded by lots of loving family
and friends who just adored her. She was a kind soul that loved to laugh and
put a smile on another's face. Karen had a big heart and was always there to
help out in a time of need. She was always full of spunk and loved to share her
passion for reading.
She was preceded in death by a son, Stephen Kennedy, her
stepmother, Christina Runyon, brothers, William Runyon, Elva Ray Runyon and
Wilkie May, and sisters, Gloria Stone, Joyce Mitchell and Mary Smith.
Surviving are her husband, Wayne Hopkins; daughter, Norma Clark and
Terry of Raleigh, NC; stepson, Autry Hopkins of Wilson, NC; stepdaughter, Tracy
Cook and Jerry of Wilson, WV; brother, Sam Runyon of Smithfield, NC; sisters,
Betty Blair of Kentucky, Jean Arko of Phoenix, AZ, and Lana Hundley and Martha
Runyon, both of Huntington, WV; 10 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren.
A memorial service was conducted at noon Saturday, November 10,
2018, in the meeting room of the Sleep Inn of Smithfield, NC.
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+2018, Smithfield, Johnston Co.,
NC, Obituary
The News & Observer,
(Raleigh, NC) - March 14, 2018
Judith Anne Coats Kolcum was born to the late Columbus Stanton and
Irene Holland Coats of Smithfield, NC on June 9, 1941 in Portsmouth, Ohio and
while surrounded by her family, the love of friends and the prayers of many,
died to this life on February 24, 2018.
Her lifelong sense of adventure, and blazing ambition led her to:
earn 55 Girl Scout badges; become the first fire-baton twirler at Smithfield
HS; earn her Bachelors degree from the University of North Carolina Women's
College at Greensboro; land a privately piloted airplane; open The
Blankinship School of Dance, in Martinsville, VA; produce plays,
recitals and parades; meet sitting and former US Presidents, teach school in
Iran and Saudi Arabia; travel the world; earn her Masters degree from the
University of Delaware; become a Substance Abuse Prevention Counselor, become a
Delaware finalist for Teacher in Space; be listed in Who's Who in American
Politics and also in Two Thousand Notable American Women; return to North
Carolina and become an ardent advocate for students with disabilities as the
Special Populations Coordinator at Johnston Community College. After her
official retirement from her 35-year educational career, she established
another company, Pine Valley Tutoring in 2005, and continued teaching up until
several years ago. Judy was a burst of energy, effortlessly pouring her gifts
and talents into the development of children, whom she cherished and believed
to be our most precious resource. She had a delightfully sharp sense of humor,
genuine tenacity and an incredibly forgiving, and loving spirit.
She is survived by her two children; daughter, Lea W. Blankinship of Clayton, NC and son, Julian A. Blankinship, III of Smithfield, NC; and two
grandchildren.
Her Memorial Service is scheduled for Saturday March 17 at 11am at
St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 218 South Second Street, Smithfield, NC 27577 with
a Reception to immediately follow.
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Lea
Woodard Blankinship – b.26Feb1963 - Clayton, NC: https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:KRCR-CDF
Relatives - Blankinship A. Julian, Julian Asbury
Blankinship.
+2019, Sylva, Jackson Co., NC,
Obituary
https://www.highlandsnews.com/obituaries/eleanor-grace-blankenship
Mrs. Eleanor Grace Blankenship, daughter of James Willard Keener and Grace Keener, passed
away on Thursday, Nov. 21, 2019. She was born on September 19, 1938 in
Highlands.
She attended the public schools of Macon County and was a graduate
of Southwest Community College.
She was married to Harold
B. Blankenship. She had four sons; Robert (Susan) Crowe, Ronnie (Terri) Crowe,
Kenneth (Patricia) Crowe and Brian (Dawn) Crowe. She is also survived by seven
grandchildren; Brittany Crowe, Heather (Paul) Dalton, Robert (Vicky) Crowe,
Jr., Ann Marie (Burton) Zimbach, Grace Crowe, Natalie Dendy and Michelle
(Travis) Pendergrass, six great grandchildren and family friends; Carlos and
Sharnay Vazquez.
Funeral services were held on Sunday, Nov. 24, 2019 at 2 pm, at
Appalachian Funeral Services of Sylva, with Rev. Eddie Stillwell officiating.
Burial will follow in Parris Cemetery.
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Lee
+2019, Sanford, Lee
Co., NC, Obituary
The Sanford Herald,
(NC) - October 25, 2019
William "Sam" Blair, 82, of Sanford, passed away
Wednesday (10/23/19) with his family by side. He was born Aug. 21, 1937 in
Blackey, VA, to William Malen Blair and Louise Lester Blair.
Sam was a veteran of his country and served in the US Air Force.
Sam retired with over 30 years of service from Allied Signal in Moncure. He
loved sports cars and over the years, he owned many sports cars including a
Corvette, Mustang Cobra, Camaro and then his latest love, a 2011 Dodge
Challenger. Sam enjoyed playing golf every week with his friend until his
health declined. He loved traveling with his wife, especially in the fall. Sam
loved being a "Papa" to Sammy and Christina.
In addition to his parents, Sam was preceded in death by his siblings, Ethel
Blankenship, Kermit Blair, Edward Blair, Quintin Blair, Edith Lester,
Catherine Hurley, Monroe Blair and Alka Baker.
He is survived by his wife, Delores Cook Blair; his son, Billy
Blair and wife Malene of Sanford; a brother-in-law, Raymond Cook and wife
Janice of Burke, Va.; his grandson, Sammy Blair and wife Alyssa of Raleigh, and
granddaughter, Christina Blair of Sanford.
A funeral service will be held at 4 pm, Monday (10/28/19) at
Miller-Boles Funeral Home Chapel with Jamie Coleman officiating. Burial will
follow at Buffalo Cemetery in Sanford.
From:
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Lincoln
+2018, Crouse, Lincoln Co., NC,
Funeral
http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/name/lucille-blankenship-obituary?pid=188151089
Lucille Blankenship, February 26, 1934 - February
8, 2018, Crouse, North Carolina
Funeral service will be 12:00 Noon, Tuesday, February 13, 2018 at
the Morgan Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Jonathan Comer officiating. Burial
will follow in the Greenbrier Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Lewisburg, WV.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Crouse, Lincoln Co., NC,
Obituary
http://www.morganfh.net/obituary/lucille-blankenship
Lucille S. Blankenship, 83, of Crouse, NC passed away Thursday, February
8, 2018 at the Cardinal Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center, Lincolnton,
[Lincoln
Co.,] NC. Born February 26, 1934 at
Frankford, WV, she was the daughter of the late Bennie and Ethel Blankenship Sturgell.
In addition to her parents she was
preceded in death by her husband, Ernest
Edward “Hank” Blankenship, daughter, Jennifer
Harrah, sisters, Irene Dotson and Donna Bell Walker; brothers, Junior Sturgell,
Gerald Sturgell, Cecil Sturgell, and Carlton Sturgell.
Survivors include son, Jeff Blankenship
and wife, Debbie of Renick, West Virginia, daughter, Cindy
Hager and husband, Donald of Crouse, North Carolina, 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, brothers Curtis Sturgell of Tampa FL, Herman Sturgell and
wife Louise of Ronceverte, sisters, Marie Hilderbrand of Richmond, VA and Betty
Boyd of Richmond, VA.
Funeral service will be 12:00 Noon,
Tuesday, February 13, 2018 at the Morgan Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor
Jonathan Comer officiating. Burial will follow in the Greenbrier Memorial
Gardens Cemetery, Lewisburg, WV.
1940
Census, Little Levels District, Pocahontas Co., WV,
Sturgell,
Benny 35, M, WV, Head,
Sturgell,
Ethel 34, F, WV, Wife,
Sturgell,
Irene 12, F, WV, Dau,
Sturgell,
Jerald 10, M, WV, Son,
Sturgell,
Cecil 08, M, WV, Son,
Sturgell,
Lucille 06, F, WV, Dau,
Sturgell,
Marie 04, F, WV, Dau,
Sturgell,
Curtis 02, M, WV, Son,
https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:K7Z2-9YX
+2016, Lincolnton,
Lincoln Co., NC, Obituary
Published in Charlotte
Observer on Apr. 1, 2016
Retired Command Sergeant Major, Bennett Lee Blankenship, age
83, of 1697 Old Mill Road in Lincolnton, died on Wednesday, March 30, 2016. Mr.
Blankenship was born September 23, 1932, in Burdine, KY, to the late Clarence and Sadie
VanHorn Blankenship.
He retired from the Department of the US Army in 1976. He served
with the 82 Airborne Division, 101st Airborne, 1st,
5th and 7th Special Forces and spent 5 tours of duty in Vietnam with a total of
23 years active duty. He taught ROTC at the University of Tennessee at
Chattanoooga. Mr. Blankenship was a member of Covenant Bible Church.
In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by brothers, Maxwell
Blankenship and Gilbert Blankenship; and sisters, Edith
Powers and Vada Jackson.
He is survived by his wife
of 62 years, Annie Seate Blankenship of the home; a son, Gary Lee Blankenship, and
wife Debra Lee, of Vale; two brothers,
Willard Blankenship, and wife Roxie, and Frank Blankenship, and
wife Judy; one sister, Judy
Priddy, and husband Robert; one half-brother, Ronnie Gale, and wife Nancy; sister-in-law, Florence
Blankenship; four grandchildren, Jon Holden, Stephanie and Jeremy Dean of
Rossville, GA, and Krystle Holden of Vale; and six great-grandchildren,
Nicholas Holden, Isabella Holden, Liam Holden, Mason Holden, Eli Dean, and
Brynn Dean.
His funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, April
2, 2016, in the Warlick Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Mike Devine officiating.
Burial will follow in Forest Lawn Cemetery.
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Logan
2017, Accoville, Logan
Co., NC, Obituary
http://www.tributescom/obituary/show/Jowana-Sue-Kennedy-104585683
Jowana Sue Kennedy, 56, of Accoville, went to her Heavenly home to
be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Sunday, March 19, 2017, leaving
suddenly from her home after complications from pneumonia. She was born May 17,
1960, at Logan, a daughter of the late Melva Tiller Mounts and Hobert Bartram.
Jowana was a 1978 graduate of Gilbert High School. After high
school, she graduated from Appalachian School of Beauty at Williamson and began
her career as a beautician. She owned and operated Jowana's Touch of Beauty at
Justice for several years before moving to North Carolina with her family. A
Christian, Jowana was a member of Trinity Freewill Baptist Church at Henlawson
where she sang in the choir. Her passion in this life was her family for whom
she loved to cook wonderful meals. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother,
sister, and friend who will be deeply missed.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her
maternal grandparents, Elbert and Ethel Browning Tiller; one sister, Belinda
Mounts Angle; her brother-in-law, Larry Barnett; and her uncle, Russell Tiller.
Those left to cherish her memory are her husband, Robert Lee
Kennedy; four children, Rev. Joey (Becky) Kennedy, Bobby Kennedy, Kristen
(Adam) Harrison, and Matthew Kennedy; three sisters, Benita Barnett, Stephanie (Audie) Blankenship, and
Paula (Rick) Stacy; one brother, Kevin Bartram; eight grand-daughters, Haley,
Abby, Shania, Marissa, Taylor, Hannah, Jayden, and Samantha; and many nieces
and nephews along with a host of other relatives and friends.
Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m., Monday, March 27, 2017, at
the Trinity Freewill Baptist Church at Henlawson with Rev. Roscoe Chafin
officiating. Burial will follow in Forest Lawn Cemetery at Pecks Mill. Pall
bearers will be family and friends.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Madison
+2016, Mars Hill, Madison Co., NC,
Obituary
Published in the Asheville
Citizen-Times on Apr. 14, 2016
Johnny Clyde Blankenship, 73 [1943], of 510 Sprinkle
Creek, Mars Hill, passed away Tuesday, April 12, 2016. He was a native of
Madison County and the son of the late Conley and Kitty Wyatt
Blankenship.
Mr. Blankenship was a member of Blue Ridge Missionary Baptist
Church, US Army Veteran and a retired employee with Davy Tree Company. In
addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by a sister, Edna Hughes and a
brother, Charles Blankenship.
He is survived by his wife,
Ann McKinney Blankenship; sisters, Shelby Lloyd (Dallas), Mildred Winders (William), Alma Toms
and Edith Franklin; brothers, Boyd
Blankenship (Irene), and David Blankenship
(Dee); Sisters-in-law, Alma
Blankenship and Gail Carroll (Kevin); brother-in-law, Harold McKinney (Joyce); several
loving nieces and nephews. And a Special Friend "Buddy".
A funeral service will be held 3:00 PM, Friday, April 15th at
Robbie Capps Memorial Chapel of Blue Ridge Funeral Service. Reverends Justin
English and Rotha Wilson will officiate. Burial will follow in Little Ivy
Baptist Church Cemetery.
From:
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2016, Mars Hill,
Madison Co., NC, Obituary
Published in the Asheville
Citizen-Times on Apr. 17, 2016
Carrie Stevens Riddle, 90, of Foster Creek Road, passed away
Friday, April 15, 2016. She was the daughter of the late Ike and Bertha Whitson
Stevens.
In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her husband
Woodard Riddle, sister; Erma, brothers; Lloyd, Floyd and Willard Stevens.
She is survived by her daughters; Onnie Roberts (Roger), Wanda
English (Larry); sons, Jerry Riddle (Alvania), Dennis Riddle (Pam), Roy Riddle
(Sandra), Wayne Riddle (Lorraine), sisters;
Lois Blankenship, Tilda Letterman, 11 grandchildren, 12
great grandchildren, two great great-grandchildren, several nieces and nephews.
The funeral service will be held 2:00 PM Monday, April 18, at
Laurelton Chapel Baptist Church. Reverends Dr. Harry Culbertson Jr., Jake
Fender and Cline Hensley will officiate. Burial will follow in the church
cemetery. Grandsons will serve as pallbearers.
From:
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+2016, Mars Hill, Madison Co., NC,
Obituary
Published in the Asheville
Citizen-Times on May 4, 2016
Clyde M. McKinney, 94, of 510 Sprinkle Creek Road, passed away
Monday, May 2, 2016, at his residence. Mr. McKinney was the son of the late
Robert and Minnie Thomas McKinney and was a lifelong resident of Madison
County.
He was a member and deacon for many years at Little Ivy Missionary
Baptist Church.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife,
Lucille Hensley McKinney; sisters, Irene Cody (Walter), Aileen Jamerson
(Kermit), and Shirley Dean; brothers, Carlie (Marilynn), Boyd (Ida Lee), and
Ralph McKinney; son-in-law, Johnny
Blankenship; brother-in-law, Charles Marlowe.
Mr. McKinney is survived by daughters,
Ann Blankenship and Gail Carroll (Kevin); son, Harold
McKinney (Joyce); sister, Alma Marlowe, sister-in-law, Barbara McKinney;
grandson, Jason McKinney (Jennifer); and great-grandchildren, Tucker and
Chastity McKinney; and several nieces and nephews.
A funeral service will be held at 4:00 PM, Wednesday, May 4, 2016,
at Robbie Capps Memorial Chapel of Blue Ridge Funeral Service. Reverends Justin
English and Rotha Wilson will officiate. Burial will follow in Little Ivy
Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery.
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McDowell
2016, Glenwood, McDowell Co.,
NC, Obituary
Published in the Asheville
Citizen-Times on July 21, 2016
Stella Lillian Tate Marlowe, age 96, of the Glenwood community,
passed away Tuesday, July 19, 2016 at Autumn Care of Marion, [McDowell
Co., NC]. Mrs. Marlowe was born on August 12, 1919 in the Greenlee
community and was the daughter of the late Ephraim Murray Tate and Margaret
Lenore Stepp Tate.
At age two, Stella's mother passed away, at that time George and
Hattie Tate Pendergrass helped raise her and two other nieces, Josephine Taylor
Gibson and Ila Young. Following graduation from Marion High School, she
obtained a teaching degree in elementary education from Appalachian State
Teachers College in 1940. She started her teaching career at North Cove where
she had 49 students and no teacher's aide.
Mrs. Marlowe then met and married Monroe in 1948. She spent a few
years teaching at Nebo until she began raising her children. Her sister-in-law
Sadie Anderson Marlowe had passed away and had a daughter Melanie whom Stella
took under her wing and raised her as her own. After Melanie started school she
began teaching at Glenwood until she retired.
After getting her driver's license on her 50th birthday, she became
very active. She helped with Meals on Wheels, and was the President of the
Glenwood Home Extension Club. Stella also volunteered with Hospice, the
McDowell Hospital Auxiliary and helped children to read at many local schools.
She was a member of Eastern Star, Amaranth and DAR. She loved to travel, read
and work crossword puzzles. She was a member of Glenwood Baptist Church for
more than 57 years where she also served as treasurer and in several other
capacities. Stella was quite crafty and was well known in the community for her
homemade gifts like baby blocks and blankets.
In addition to her parents she was also preceded in death by her
husband, Monroe "Mon" Marlowe.
Left to cherish the memories of Mrs. Marlowe are two daughters, Margaret
"Muff" Marlowe Blankenship, Melanie Marlowe Durham
(Steve); and a son, Monroe "Pat" Marlowe, Jr.; two brothers, Roy Tate
and John Tate; seven grandchildren Eadie Carroll (D'Arcey), Rorie Fredrich
(Jason), Alex Marlowe (Kristin), Philip Marlowe, Mandie Zarbano Pennell (Shannon),
Stephen Durham and Andrew Durham; eight great grandchildren, Haven, Claire and
Sam Fredrich, Marlowe, Nathan, Owen, and Elaina Carroll, and Luke Pennell.
A celebration to honor the life of Stella will be held on Saturday,
July 23, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. at Glenwood Baptist Church in Marion with Dr.
Dennis Love, Mr. Steve Durham, and Mr. Dickie Jarrett officiating. Interment
will follow at Glenwood Baptist Church Cemetery.
From:
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2016, Marion, McDowell Co.,
NC, Obituary
The McDowell News,
(Marion, NC) - February 21, 2016
Cynthia Ann Morris Suttle, 57, of Marion, passed away Friday, Feb.
19, 2016 at Mission Hospital in Asheville,
[Buncombe Co., NC]. Ms.
Suttle was born June 27, 1958 in McDowell County, to the late Robert and Clella
Morris.
Ms. Suttle was retired from Baxter Healthcare. She was the youngest
of three sisters and was the favorite aunt, best friend and confidant to all
her nieces and nephews. She loved her family dearly and enjoyed spending time
with them playing games, baking and having fun. She was loved by them all and
they were her life's greatest joy.
Surviving Ms. Suttle are her two sisters, Janice Blankenship and husband,
Bob, of Old Fort, and Gina Burgess and husband, Jim, of Bluffton,
S.C.; two nieces, Mendy
Blankenship of Old Fort and Jen Woodlief and husband, David of Candler; two
nephews, Keith Burgess and wife, Kim, of Mt. Prospect, Ill., and Jason Burgess
and wife, Jennifer, of Round Lake, Ill.; seven great-nieces and great-nephews, Kyle Burgess, Kevin Burgess, Karsyn
Burgess, Jarrett Burgess, Joshua Burgess, Caylie Blankenship ,
and Graham Woodlief; former husband, Chuck Suttle, who is one of Cindy's
closest friends; and her beloved dog, Maisey.
No services are planned at this time.
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+2017, Marion, McDowell Co.,
NC, Obituary
The McDowell News,
(Marion, NC) - October 31, 2017
Mr. Oliver Otis "Odie" Howard III, 87, of Marion, passed
away peacefully at Deer Park Health & Rehabilitation, [Nebo, McDowell Co., NC]
Sunday, Oct. 29, 2017. A son of the late Alden L. Howard Sr. and Nolia Bouvier
Howard of Washington, DC, he was born Dec. 24, 1929.
Following high school, he enlisted in the United States Marine
Corps and devotedly served his country for four years during the Korean War. He
was always proud of, and felt honored by, his service in the Marine Corps. Upon
being discharged from the service, he spent his career working with his
brother, Alden Lane Howard Jr., as a picture framer. Mr. Howard moved to North
Carolina in 2002 to be nearer his sister, Ailon. A faithful member of Bethel
Baptist Church, he loved his family and friends, but most importantly, he loved
his Lord. He was a good man, loved by his family and friends and now rests in
the arms of a loving Savior.
Surviving are his beloved sister,
Ailon Howard Blankenship, of Marion; a nephew, Mark
Howard; two nieces, Claudia Howard Poe, and Leslie Howard; his great-nephew,
Will Howard; and his sister-in-law, Margaret Howard.
A service of remembrance and celebration of his home going will be
held Wednesday, Nov. 1, at 3 p.m., in the chapel of Westmoreland Funeral Home
in Marion, with the Rev. Jimmy Upton officiating and will conclude with
military honors. Burial will follow in McDowell Memorial Park.
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Ailon
H. Blankenship – b.06Nov1931 – Marion,
NC: https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:KB93-95Y
Relatives - Margaret B. Blankenship, William Z.
Blankenship.
+2017, Marion, McDowell Co.,
NC, Obituary
The McDowell News,
(Marion, NC) - November 17, 2017
Margaret Elliott McFadden, age 96, of Marion, North Carolina,
passed away on Wednesday, November 15, 2017, at her residence with her loving
family by her side. Born in McDowell County on August 17, 1921, Margaret was
the daughter of the late W. P. Elliott, Sr. and Emma Hensley Elliott.
Margaret was the last charter member of Story Memorial Presbyterian
Church. She became a member at the age of twelve and remained active until the
last several months of her life, when she became unable to attend. She taught
school for over thirty years at West Marion Elementary School. Margaret enjoyed
making beautiful quilts, loved yard work, flowers, cooking and line dancing.
She was preceded in death by her husband, John David McFadden, who passed away November 22, 2008; a grandson, Jared
McFadden; a son-in-law, Eugene Hogan; and brothers, Bill, Mack and Norman
Elliott.
Left to cherish her memory are five children, Rose Mary Blankenship (Jerry) of
Monroe, Virginia, Susan Condrey (Jim), John Elliott McFadden (Rhonda), Angie
Collier (Jeff) and Barbara Fensterer (Bill) all of Marion, North Carolina; one
brother, Neal Elliott of Charlotte, North Carolina; two sisters, Marianne Cowan
and Juanita Lonon both of Marion, North Carolina. Also surviving Mrs. McFadden
are nine grandchildren, eleven great-grandchildren and six great-great
grandchildren.
A funeral service to celebrate Margaret's life will be held
Saturday, November 18, 2017 at 1:00 p.m. at Story Memorial Presbyterian Church
with Reverends Matt Stevens and Bill Dages officiating. Interment will take
place after the service at McDowell Memorial Park.
From:
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Jerry
R. Blankenship – b.01Sep1944 – Monroe, VA: https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:QJZX-FMMM
Relatives - Rose M. Blankenship.
+2018, Marion, McDowell Co.,
NC, Obituary
The McDowell News,
(Marion, NC) - January 12, 2018
On the evening of Wednesday, January 10, 2018, while surrounded by
her loving family and friends, Mary "Joyce"
Allen Blankenship, age 83, went to be with her Lord and Savior peacefully at her
home. Born in Mitchell County, North Carolina on August 2, 1934, she was the
daughter of the late Roscoe and Velma McKinney Allen.
A devoted member of New Manna Baptist Church for 32 years, Joyce
loved singing in the choir and in her younger years, she had sung in a gospel
trio with her husband and brother-in-law, Russell Hollifield. Following 25
years, she had retired from Baxter's Healthcare. Joyce, who loved her family,
church family, pastor, her faithful canine companion, Jenny Lynn and friends,
enjoyed working in her vegetable and flower gardens.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by husband, Silas S. Blankenship, who
passed away March 07, 2003; and three brothers, Louis, Dennis and Ben Allen.
She is survived by two sons,
Bob Blankenship (Janice) and Bill
Blankenship (Deb); two daughters, Sonjia
Ledbetter (Ken) and Lisa Hilzendager (Donnie); four brothers, Joe Allen, Phillip Allen,
Terry Allen and James "Bud" Allen; and two sisters, Jean Hollifield
and Glenda Cox. Joyce is also survived by nine grandchildren, Chasity Gossett (Chris), Jill Kehler (William), Mendy
Blankenship, Andy Blankenship (Tiffany), Jennifer Woodlief (David),
Beth Graham (Jason), Joshua Lovik (Candace), Seth Blankenship
(Candi) and Emily Sanders (Justin); and thirteen great grandchildren.
A service to honor the life of Joyce will be held on Saturday,
January 13, 2018 at 3:00 p.m. at New Manna Baptist Church with Pastor Tony
Shirley and Pastor Terry Allen officiating. Entombment will follow at McDowell
Memorial Park.
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2018, Marion, McDowell Co.,
NC, Obituary
The McDowell News,
(Marion, NC) - May 29, 2018
The Rev. Bobby "Bob" J. Cable, 80, entered into eternal
rest Sunday, May 27, 2018, at his home surrounded by his loving family. A
native of McDowell County, Bob was born April 23, 1938, to the late Floyd and
Cora Lee Cable.
Rev. Bob was a retired minister who loved the lord, and pastored
many churches, which include Victory FW.B., Liberty F.W.B., Mt. Calvary F.W.B.,
and Beaverdam F.W.B., during his 25 years of ministry. Bob had a passion for
woodworking, and loved to fish, especially taking trips to Fontana Lake with
his beloved wife, Helen. He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather, who
always kept his family in line. Bob will be remembered as being a true servant,
always being there for the families and the community when needed.
Surviving are his wife of 63 years, Helen L. Cable of the home; four
children, Dale Cable and wife, Debbie of Marion, Doug Cable and wife, Ann of
Marion, Tim Cable and wife, Donna of Marion, Rebecca Tatum and husband, Jim of
Marion; two brothers, Larence Cable, Jarvis Cable and wife, Helen; two sisters,
Frances Shuford and husband, Troy, Doris McMahan and husband, Daniel; a
sister-in-law, Novella Cable; ten grandchildren,
Scott Cable, Sarah Bourdet, Hannah Blankenship ,
Brooke Cable, Dawn Buchanan, David Cable, Jonathan Cable, Ryan Price, Kristin
Cable, Rachel Creegan; and 16 great-grandchildren.
A service will be held at Mt. Calvary F.W.B. Thursday, May 31, at
11 a.m., with The Revs. Rick Wood, Jerry McClain, and Ray
Stockton officiating. Burial in McDowell Memorial Park will follow the
service.
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+2018, Marion, McDowell
Co., NC, Obituary
The McDowell News,
(Marion, NC) - November 21, 2018
On the night of Sunday, November 18, 2018, while surrounded by his
loved ones, Bobby Lee Austin, age 81, passed away at his home in Marion. A
native of Yancey County, North Carolina, born February 6, 1937, he was the son
of the late Pauline Blankenship Austin.
Bobby was co-owner of Rice & White Furniture Company/Austin
Furniture in Marion where he enjoyed making friends. A proud veteran of the
United States Navy, Bobby was also a member of Mystic Tie Lodge #237 A.F. &
A.M. in Marion. In his spare time, he enjoyed working in the yard, going to
church and spending quality time with his family and friends.
He was preceded in death by two brothers-in-law, Thomas Brewer and
Gray Brewer.
He is survived by his high school sweet heart and loving wife of 61
years, Bea Brewer Austin; two sons, Tony Austin (Kimberly) and Tyler, and Joel
Austin (Kim); one grandson, Ajay; two brothers, Burl Austin (Cathy) and Stokes
Austin (Polly). Bobby is also survived by his sisters-in-law, Ann Brewer and Joyce
Brewer; brothers-in-law, Sam Brewer (Jerrie), Jim Brewer (Barbara) and Johnny
Brewer (Cathy); and numerous nieces and nephews.
The family will receive friends on Friday, November 23, 2018 from
4:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. at Glenwood Baptist Church. A praise service to the
Lord Jesus Christ for the life of Bobby Austin will follow at 5:00 p.m. at the
church. A private interment will be held at Glenwood Cemetery. Masonic rites
will be provided by Mystic Tie Lodge #237 A.F. & A.M. followed by military
rites provided by the United States Navy.
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1940
Census, Price Creek Twp., Yancey Co., NC,
Austin,
Roy 23, M, NC,
Head,
Austin, Pauline 22, F, NC, Wife,
Austin,
Bobby 03, M, NC, Son,
Austin,
Burl 00, M, NC,
Son,
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+2019, Marion, McDowell
Co., NC, Obituary
Published in the Asheville
Citizen-Times on Apr. 4, 2019
Ailon Genie Howard Blankenship, 87, 02-Apr-2019, Marion
Westmoreland Funeral Home.
From:
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+2019, Marion, McDowell
Co., NC, Obituary
https://www.westmorelandfuneralhome.com/notices/Ailon-Blankenship
Ailon Genie Howard Blankenship, age 87, of Marion, passed away Tuesday, April 2,
2019 at the Hospice House of Hospice of the Carolina Foothills in Forest
City, [Rutherford Co., NC] following a
brief period of declining health. She
was a native of Washington, DC, a daughter of the late Alden L. Howard, Sr. and
Nolia Bouvier Howard and was born on November 6, 1931.
Ailon was retired from the Baxter
Healthcare Food Service as a cashier.
She lived in McDowell County for over 50 years and was a faithful member
of Bethel Baptist Church. Always ready
with a smile and praises for her Lord Jesus Christ, she and her brother Odie
had an outreach ministry of giving out pens with a message for the lost to seek
the Lord. Ailon was a blessing to know and will be missed.
Her husband of 47 years, William Zane Blankenship, a son, William
Howard Blankenship, and two brothers, Alden and Odie
Howard, preceded her in death.
Surviving are her special caregivers and
neighbors, Nettie and Mike Carter; a nephew, Mark Howard; two nieces, Claudia
Howard Poe and Leslie Howard; a great-nephew, Will Howard; and her
sister-in-law, Margaret Howard.
A funeral service will be held on
Thursday, April 4, 2019 at 3:00 pm, in the chapel of Westmoreland Funeral Home
in Marion, with Rev. Jimmy Upton and Mr. Ron King officiating. She will be laid to rest at McDowell Memorial
Park.
+2019, North Cove, Marion, McDowell Co.,
NC, Obituary
The McDowell News,
(Marion, NC) - August 15, 2019
James Calvin Swofford, age 91, of the North Cove Community, passed away in the
early morning hours of Monday, August 12, 2019, after a long battle of
Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma. The beloved son of the late Lucian Richard Swofford and
Hattie Mae Fortner Swofford, was born on October 2,
1927, in McDowell County.
He was preceded in death his siblings, Everett Swofford, Ruth
Armilda Rose, Lindol Blann Swofford, Helen Lucille McKinney, and Irene Jo
Clark.
James is survived by siblings,
Mary "Susie" Rogers, Clara Cordell, Barbara Blankenship,
Dexter Swofford (Doris); sister-in-law, Inge Swofford; daughters, Cookie
Hollifield (Ronald), Francine Swofford, Marilyn Jordan (Stanley), and Jennifer
Swofford, all of Marion; and daughter, Donna Schrum (Gary) of Sherrills Ford in
Catawba County. He is also survived by his grandchildren, Matthew Johnson
(Genia), Ryan Hollifield, Nathan Hollifield, Andy Pendley (Neui), John Pendley
(Jacqui), Josh Pendley (Brook), Chad McPeters (Valerie), Melissa Dean, Graham
Brown, Robert Sanders (Brienna), Stacey Terry (Forrester) and Alex Painter
(Abby); several great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.
A memorial service will be conducted at North Cove Baptist Church
at 2:00 pm, on Saturday, August 17, 2019, with the Pastor Richard Merritt
officiating. Beam Funeral Service & Crematory.
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Barbara Sue Swafford – b.24Jun1935, McDowell Co., NC – D/o L. R. Swofford.
Mecklenburg
2016, Charlotte, Mecklenburg Co.,
NC, Obituary
Published in Charlotte
Observer on Mar. 18, 2016
Gerena Mae Cales Steel, 83, of Charlotte, NC, passed away
Wednesday, March 16, 2016. Born January 15, 1933, in Hinton, WV, she was the
daughter of the late Houston Everette Cales and Reva Gill Cales.
Gerena loved working her yard and being with her family. She was a
member of the Central Church of Charlotte.
In addition to her parents, Gerena is preceded in death by her
husband, Rev. Frederick Steel; her daughter, Jewell Cales: sisters, Drema Blankenship, Sandra Faye Cales and brother, Kermit
Cales.
Those left to cherish her memory include her children, Larry Steele
and wife Donna of Beckley, WV, Alcinda (Cindy) Clay of Charlotte, NC, Rev.
Frederick Steel, Jr. and wife, Mary Gaye of Chicago, IL; grandchildren,
Stefanie Bernard and husband, Brian of Beckley, WV, Jarrod Clay of Charlotte,
NC, Brandon Steel and wife, Brianne of Beckley, WV, Kaitlind Steel of Chicago,
IL; eight great-grandchildren; sister, Joan Netral and husband, Charles of
Columbus, OH, brother, Lowell Cales and wife, Ronni of FL, sister, Judy Biggs
of Charlotte, NC, brother, Jennings Cales and wife, Nelsey of Christiansburg,
VA, brother, Roger Cales and wife, Peggy of Waynesboro, PA, brother, Echols
Cales and wife, Carol of Nimitz, WV.
Services will be held at 4:00 PM Saturday, March 19, 2016, at Blue
Ridge Funeral Home, Beckley with Rev. Frederick Steel, Jr. officiating. Burial
will follow at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens. Grandsons and nephews will serve as
pallbearers.
From:
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+2016, Charlotte, Mecklenburg Co.,
NC, Obituary
Published in Charlotte
Observer on June 9, 2016
Malcolm "Mike" Brittain Blankenship, age
79 of Charlotte, NC passed away peacefully Monday June 6, 2016 at home
surrounded by his family. Mr. Blankenship was born October 13, 1936 in
Charlotte, to the late Ben and Katrina Steele Blankenship.
Mike was a wonderful husband, father and grandfather. He loved
animals especially his dog Max. His passions were flying, was
a pilot, loved cars, gardening and boating. Mike was a member of Pleasant Hill
Presbyterian Church, Masonic Lodge 737, Scottish Rites, Oasis
Temple and was past president of Red Fez Club. He worked in heavy construction
his entire life including Blankenship Construction, was Regional Vice President
of Dickerson Construction and retired from City of Charlotte-Airport.
He was preceded in death by his brother Ben Blankenship.
He is survived by his wife
of 56 years Betty Brown Blankenship, daughters Katherine Kaylor (Robert), Deborah Blankenship, brothers Steele Blankenship
(Barbara), Richard Blankenship (Shirley), sister in law Faye Blankenship,
grandchildren Tanner Kaylor and Dusty Kaylor.
Funeral service will be 11:00 am, Saturday June 11, 2016 at
Pleasant Hill Presbyterian Church, Charlotte, NC, with the Rev. Dr. Bob Jack
officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service.
Interment will be in the church cemetery.
From:
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+2017, Charlotte, Mecklenburg Co.,
NC, Obituary
Published in Charlotte
Observer on Feb. 9, 2017
Jewell Beauchamp Blankenship, 83, passed away peacefully
in her home on Tuesday, February 7, 2017. Jewell was born on April 17, 1933 in
Atlanta
She graduated from Fulton High School before working in downtown
Atlanta for Retail Credit. Jewell attended the Salvation Army Church in Atlanta,
where she learned to play trumpet, and later Lakewood Heights Baptist Church.
Atlanta is where she grew up, met and later married Bill.
Once her girls began school, Jewell began her career in the medical
records field where she was employed at hospitals in Raleigh, Jacksonville and
Charlotte; finishing her career assisting physicians with medical research.
Her talents and hobbies were numerous; she could play several
musical instruments, loved to sing, cook, sew, reading and history. She was a
member of the Daughters of the Revolution (DAR) and member of several
Genealogical Historical Society Chapters. One of her favorite pastimes was
camping. She and Bill were active members of Campers on Missions (COM), for
many years. While in COM, they served the Lord alongside great friends all over
the country assisting churches with any needs requested.
Jewell has been a longtime member of Providence Baptist Church
since moving to Charlotte where she met several precious friends and loved
serving God.
Jewell is survived by her husband
of 60 years, Bill Blankenship; 2 daughters,
Janet (family friend, Sandy) and Nancy
(Mike); 4 grandchildren, Megan (Eduardo), Madison (Brad), Allison and Emily;
and 2 great-grandchildren, Sadie and Fiona. Jewell is also survived by 2
sisters, Juanita Britt (Cliff) and Mildred Shirley; sister-in-law, Virginia
Beauchamp and brother-in-law, Charles
Blankenship (Jewell) as well as many nieces and nephews.
Following a family Graveside Service, there will be a Memorial
Service to celebrate her life in the Chapel at Providence Baptist Church in
Charlotte. The Memorial Service will be Friday, February 10th at 11:00 a.m.
Following, the family will receive friends in the Church Mission Building.
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+2017, Charlotte, Mecklenburg Co.,
NC, Obituary
Published in Charlotte
Observer on Feb. 14, 2017
Mildred Gloria Mitchell, age 91, of Charlotte, NC passed away on
Tuesday, February 7, 2017. She was born on July 11, 1925 in Charlotte to the
late Charles Alexander Cramer and Menius Boyd.
Mildred grew up in the Wesley Heights neighborhood at 409 Grandin
Rd and she attended the neighborhood grade school and graduated in 1943 from
Harding High School. During WWII, she worked for Parks Cramer then Duke Power
until the end of the war. On February 3, 1946, she married Robert C. Blankenship (Air Force). Following the
war, Robert C. Blankenship returned with his wife, Mildred, to Princeton, WV
and worked for a short period of time constructing tunnels for the mining
industry. Mildred had two children during this time in WV, Bobby in
1946 and Ann in 1948. Robert reenlisted in the Air Force during the Korean War.
In the 1950's they served at St. Johns Newfoundland, Washington D.C., and
Milwaukee Wisconsin. In the 1960's, they served at Seymour Johnson Air Base in
NC where Mildred had her son, David.
They also served a few years in Germany until returning to the U.S. in 1964.
During this tour, they toured Europe extensively to countries like France,
Italy, Spain, Switzerland, and England. In the 1960's, they served at McDill
AFB in Tampa, FL. For about one year Robert served in Thailand and Mildred
remained in Tampa until his return. In the late 1960's, they served at Minot
AFB ND. In 1970, until 1974, they served at Upper Heyford AFB in Heyford and
Bicester, England. Robert and Mildred retired from the Air Force and moved to
Salisbury, NC in 1974. Robert C. Blankenship their son,
Bobby, both who served in the Air Force are buried at the National Cemetery in
Salisbury, NC.
In 2001, she married John Mitchell and moved back to her original
birth town of Charlotte. John served in the Air Force during WWII as a B17
Pilot where he pursued missions in Germany and became a POW for the last year
of the war.
Mildred has a surviving younger half-brother, Charles Boyd, who
lives in Birmingham (Hoover) AL, along with three nieces.
Mildred's only sister, Betty Saunders, passed away at 91 in 2013.
Several of her family including her sister, Betty, father; Charles and
step-mother, Louise, are buried in Elmwood Cemetery in Charlotte, as well as
other family members.
Mildred has two surviving children. Daughter, Ann Green and husband, Robert of Lincoln, CA who is retired as a military
civilian worker and her son, David
Blankenship of Charlotte, NC who works in the film and TV Industry. She is
also survived by a niece, Betsy Canari and husband, Manny of Knoxville, TN and
nephew; Chris Sanders of Knoxville, TN.
Mildred will be placed with her husband, Robert, in the National
Cemetery in Salisbury, NC.
From:
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2017, Charlotte, Mecklenburg Co.,
NC, Obituary
Published in Charlotte
Observer on Apr. 12, 2017
Shirley J. Goforth, age 75, passed away peacefully at home April
10, 2017 surrounded by family. She was born Shirley Jean Wiseman on December
31, 1941 in Marion, NC, to Joe and Mae Wiseman.
A 1960 graduate of Crossnore High School who later worked for Brad
Reagan Enterprise, Spruce Pine, N.C. and retired from Mitchell Distributing in
Charlotte, NC. She was married to Lacey Goforth on July 2, 1969 in Gaffney, SC,
and had one son Thomas Goforth, whom was her most cherished gift in life.
From Shirley's birth to her death, she was a constant caregiver to
all who crossed her path and a cherished surrogate mom to her sisters. Her
life's passion was her son, Thomas, gardening, cooking, laughing and camping
with friends. Her caregiver spirit, wit and humor could light up a room.
Another angel has gone home and will be forever missed.
She is survived by her husband, Lacey Goforth; a son, Thomas
(Kailie) Goforth and Randy (Donna) Goforth; 4 sisters, Cleo Greene, Helen Blankenship,
Joann Garrison and Brenda Wiseman; grandchildren, Alexandra and expecting
grandson Brayden along with many nieces and nephews.
memorial service at Mt. Zion Methodist Church, Cornelius, NC at 4pm
on Friday, April 14, 2017, officiated by her nephew; Bobby Greene.
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2017, Charlotte, Mecklenburg Co.,
NC, Death
http://www.tributescom/obituary/show/Lawrence-Edward-Blankenship-104841195
Lawrence Edward Blankenship, December 20, 1957 - May 29,
2017, North Carolina
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E. Blankenship – b.20Dec1957 – Charlotte, NC: https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:KY5Z-6L7
Relatives
- Betty B. Blankenship, Betty L. Blankenship, Jenny H. Blankenship Jr, Larry E
Blankenship, Virginia Helms Blankenship.
2017, Charlotte, Mecklenburg Co.,
NC, Death
http://www.tributes.com/obituary/show/Bobby-Ray-Blankenship-105013595
Bobby Ray Blankenship, October 16, 1989 - July 19,
2017, North Carolina
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Memorial
Service, Thursday, July 27, 2017, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM, Zechariah Alexander, Sr.
Memorial Chapel
1424
Statesville Avenue, Charlotte, NC, 28206.
+2017, Charlotte, Mecklenburg Co.,
NC, Obituary
Published in Charlotte
Observer on July 26, 2017
Bobby Ray Blankenship;
Sunrise-October 16, 1989 Sunset-July 19, 2017.
Preceded in
death by Father Mark
Robin Blankenship and his papaw C. W.
Blankenship of West Virginia.
Survivors include: his mother Patsy Forren and her Husband Scotty
Forren of Concord, stepmother Debroh Thomas. He left behind one son, 7 year old Levi
Blankenship. Mr Blankenship also leaves behind his sister Amy Litz and her Husband Brandon Litz, her children Mark Anthony,
Braxton Gage, Charles Bruce.
Service will be held Thursday, July 27, 2017 at 12pm, at Zechariah
Alexander Senior Memorial Chapel.
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+2017, Charlotte,
Mecklenburg Co., NC, Funeral
Mr. Robert Vann Blankenship, Jr. age
53, of Charlotte passed away at his residence on August 15, 2017.
A memorial service will be held in the chapel of Harry and Bryant
on Wednesday, August 23, 2017 at 2:00 pm. A full obituary will run in the
Charlotte Observer on Sunday, August 20, 2017
From:
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+2017, Charlotte,
Mecklenburg Co., NC, Obituary
Charlotte Observer (NC)
- August 20, 2017
Robert Vann Blankenship died unexpectedly at his
home on August 15, 2017. A son of Stephanie Pettit and the late Robert
Vann Blankenship, He was born October 27, 1963 in Savannah, Georgia but considered
Charlotte his home.
Vann was a graduate of Myers Park High School and the University of
North Carolina where he was a brother at Alpha Tau Omega. Vann was the
owner/operator of Vantage Valuation, a real estate appraisal company. Prior to
his career as an appraiser, he was employed as a Cartographer. Vann enjoyed an
incredibly diverse group of friends and was loved by all. Fiercely loyal to his
friends and family, he was a kind and gentle soul who loved music, history and
his southern heritage. He was extremely intelligent but humble, and was calm
and mild-mannered except during a Carolina basketball game.
Vann is preceded in death by his father, Robert Vann Blankenship.
He is survived by his mother, Stephanie Pettit and her husband Jim
Pettit; his brother, Charlie
Blankenship and his wife Trina
Blankenship; his nephew, Coleman
Vann Blankenship; and his step-mother, Tracie
Blankenship. He is also survived by his aunt, Clayton Jones, and cousins,
Kitty Hicks and David and Joy Hicks, as well as many other aunts, uncles and
cousins.
A celebration of Vann's life will be held at 2:00 p.m Wednesday,
August 23rd at Harry & Bryant Co., 500 Providence Road. Private interment
will be in Forest Lawn West Cemetery.
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+2018, Charlotte, Mecklenburg Co.,
NC, Obituary
Charlotte Observer (NC)
- October 23, 2018
On Sunday morning, October 21, 2018, Montese B. Wallace was
reunited in Heaven with the love of her life, Robert Byrd Wallace. A daughter
of the late Ernest Lloyd Blankenship and Lectie
Mae Morton Blankenship, Montese was born September 14, 1922.
Following graduation from Harding High School, she married Robert
and for many years they worked together in the bakery of the A&P. Montese
enjoyed the simple things of life - being a good wife and mother, dancing,
canning, tending roses and sending encouraging cards to her friends. Also, she
loved arts and crafts, especially needlepointing. The walls of her home are a
gallery displaying the many fine works of her talents.
Montese is survived by her son, Robert L. Wallace, whose care for
her especially during the last few years is unsurpassed.
A service to celebrate her life will be held at 11:00 a.m.
Thursday, October 25th by the graveside in Elmwood Cemetery.
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+2018, Charlotte, Mecklenburg Co.,
NC, Obituary
Published in Charlotte
Observer on Jan. 9, 2019
Shirley Dalton Blankenship, 77, passed away
unexpectantly Sunday, January 6, 2019 at Novant Presbyterian Hospital in
Charlotte, NC. She was born on January 12, 1941 in Rhea Mill, Texas to the late
William Murrell Dalton and Lela Florene Dalton.
Shirley was a strong Christian woman who was devoted to her
husband. She was a loving wife, step-mother, step-grandmother and friend to
many. She loved working at Willis Caroon as an insurance analyst in Charlotte
from where she retired. Shirley was a member of Berryhill Baptist church and
was a devoted and faithful servant of the Lord. She also attended Pleasant
Grove United Methodist Church. She was a loving soul that had compassion for
everyone and only had kind words and thoughts for those she knew and met.
She was predeceased by her parents and sister
Charlotte Louise Dalton.
Married for 30 years, Shirley is survived by her beloved husband, Richard Molton
Blankenship; step daughter, Lisa
Michelle Blankenship Mark Witherspoon (); step grandchildren, Alexandra Patrice
Witherspoon and Bryan Ashton Witherspoon; brothers, Donald Lynn Dalton and
Ronald Glenn Dalton; and sister, Peggy Joyce Dalton.
A service to celebrate her life will be at 11:00 am, on Friday,
January 11th, 2019 at Harry and Bryant's Chapel, 500 Providence Road,
Charlotte. Interment will be held afterwards at 12:00 PM at Forest Lawn West,
4601 Freedom Drive in Charlotte.
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+2018, Cornelius, Mecklenburg Co.,
NC, Obituary
The McDowell News,
(Marion, NC) - April 18, 2018
Argyle Maleta Beane Smith, 88 passed away Monday, April 16, 2018.
Formerly of Marion, the Cornelius resident was born May 7, 1929, to Lama
Wellington and Lois Maleta Beane of West Virginia.
An Oceana High School graduate, Argyle was granted B.S. Degrees in
Social Studies, Music, and Elementary Education from Concord College and
completed Master's Level Coursework at Frostburg State University in Maryland.
Argyle began her teaching career in a one-room school and continued to teach 45
years in the public schools of West Virginia, Maryland, Florida, and North
Carolina. She taught at elementary, junior high, high school, and college
levels as a classroom, music, band, social studies, and G.E.D. teacher. For 12
years she served as an instructor, recruiter, and director of the satellite
evening center for the local community college in addition to teaching private
piano lessons in her home.
She spent her "free time" antiquing, collecting, selling
jewelry, utilizing her real estate license to buy and sell homes, and serving
her community as a hospital volunteer, tourism volunteer for the Chamber of
Commerce, Ombudsman for Nursing and Group Home facilities for the State of
North Carolina, and Sunday School/Youth Leader for her children at church. In
retirement, Argyle enjoyed years of dancing, initiating and receiving
"pranks" between she and her beloved neighbors, was an active
traveler (visiting Australia, China, England, Scotland, etc), enjoyed years of
being a "Nan", and was delighted to be inducted into the Oceana High
School Hall of Fame.
Argyle was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Edward Earl
Smith; and sisters, Duffie
Beane Blankenship, Sharon Harless, Billie Lively, and Gayle Hall.
Argyle is survived, and will be missed, by her son, Rick Smith of
Hickory; daughter and son-in-law, Gigi and Tony Williams of Cornelius;
grandchildren, Brittany, Kelsey, Hunter, Sarah, and Brooke; brother and
sister-in-law, John and Roseanna Beane of Sherrills Ford; brother-in-law, Bob
Lively of Toms Brook, Va.; and very special favorite person, Alecia Cates.
A celebration of life service will be held at 2 p.m., Sunday, April
22, in the Chapel of James Funeral Home with Dr. Mary John Dye officiating.
From:
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2016, Matthews, Mecklenburg Co.,
NC, Obituary
Published in Charlotte
Observer on Jan. 3, 2017
Patricia "Pat" Mary Rose DeJuneas (Hall) died peacefully
at home on December 31, 2016, after a long, courageous, and stubborn battle
with chronic illness. During her last week, she was surrounded by family,
friends, caregivers, and an abundance of love, laughter, prayer and song. Born on April 18, 1940 in Elizabeth, New Jersey.
Pat was longtime resident of Trumbull, Connecticut until she and her loving husband, Jim, moved in 2007 to Matthews,
North Carolina. Pat will always be known for her warmth, passion for cards and
dominoes, delicious Christmas cookies, and love for her grandchildren. To her
children and their friends, she was affectionately known as "The
Momma," for she welcomed all with a hug, a smile, and a keen interest in
their lives.
Pat and Jim were married for 50 love-filled years, until Jim's
death in 2009. Their daughter Laura Frances DeJuneas also preceded them in
passing in 1977.
She is survived by her children, Jim and his wife Laura, of
Raleigh, NC; Tom and his wife Terry, of Charlotte, NC; Patty, of Boston, MA;
Lisa and her husband Patrick T. DeJuneas, of Matthews, NC; grandchildren
Christopher, Ainsley, Katie, Tommy, and Amy; beloved pets Buddy and Rusty; nine
grand-dogs and five grand-cats; sisters Kathy Wooster, of Vero Beach, FL and
Carole Utter and her husband Bill, of Barnegat, NJ; nieces Cynthia Blankenship, Kathy Loveless, and Suzanne Longstreet; and grand-nieces and
nephews, Ashley, DJ, David, Kevin, Christine, and Andrew.
A wake will be held from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. on Wednesday, January 4
and her funeral at 11:00 a.m. on January 5, 2017, both at Heritage Funeral
Home, 3700 Forest Lawn Drive, Matthews, NC, 28104.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Matthews, Mecklenburg Co.,
NC, Obituary
Charlotte Observer (NC)
- July 15, 2018
Watson Peoples Rea, 88, of Matthews, NC, died July 12, 2018 Born
February 17, 1930 in Mecklenburg County, he was the son of Zeb Milton, Sr. and
Nancy Eubank Rea.
Watson lived and raised his family on the farm where he was born.
He was a beloved and unassuming man blessed with a powerful body, a remarkable
work ethic and a strong sense of responsibility. His family and friends were
blessed with his joy for life, his deep love, and his willingness to help
others. A lifelong member of Providence Presbyterian Church, Watson's faith in
God was of great comfort and service to his church was a priority as a Deacon,
an Elder and on the Cemetery Committee. He enjoyed working with Boy Scouts,
playing volleyball, traveling with his wife and their square dancing club and
was an active member of Providence Volunteer Fire Department for over 40 years.
Before a career ending stroke in 2003, he was a profoundly gifted
machine operator, spending most of his working years in business with his
brothers at Rea Brothers, Inc. and later with his son at Rea General
Contractors. He loved babies and children, had great patience teaching nieces,
nephews and friends of his children to water ski. He had very little tolerance
for laziness on the job.
Watson was preceded in death by Nancy Sloan Rea, his wife of 62
years, children David Allan Rea and Stephen Eugene Rea, his parents Zeb M. and
Nancy Eubank Rea and a brother H. G. L. Rea, II.
Survivors include his children, Watson Michael Rea (Julie) of
Catawba, SC, and Cathy Rea Rhodes (Lee) of Greensboro, GA; grandchildren, Jake
Rea (Courtney), Mary Rea, Wylie Rea, Grace Rea, Sloan Dobrin (Ryan), and Chance
Rhodes (Kara); and three great-grandchildren. He is also survived by brothers
Zeb, Tom, Willie, John, and Ralph; sisters
Virginia Huntley, Raleigh, Betsy Blankenship,
Pineville, Judy Hucks, Lancaster, SC and numerous
nieces and nephews.
A memorial service will be at Providence Presbyterian Church on
Saturday July 21 at 11:00 a.m.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Betsy
Rea Blankenship – b.20Jul1932 – Pineville,
NC: https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:KYPB-9BS
Relatives
- Donald C. Blankenship, Donald C. Stblankenship, Donald Cruse Lankenship,
Gertrude Blankenship, Margaret Elizabeth Harrelson, Steve Whitfield
Blankenship.
Matthews,
Mecklenburg Co., NC: Marriage: https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:F8JD-66N
Donald
Cruse Blankenship, 25 - Betsy Rea, 25 - 25Aug1957
+2018, Matthews, Mecklenburg Co.,
NC, Obituary
Published in Charlotte
Observer on Sept. 25, 2018
Marion Kinney Blankenship, 67 [04Mar1951],
went home to be with her Lord on September 23, 2018 after a 2014 cancer
diagnosis. She was daughter of Imogene Williamson Kinney and late William Lee
Kinney, Jr. She was raised in Charlotte.
Marion is survived by mother, Imogene Williamson Kinney, brother,
William Lee Kinney III (Mary); sisters, Mildred Mielke (Earl) and Evelyn
VanHecke (Michael); father of her children, Stephen
Harper Blankenship, daughters, Imogene
Blankenship Noe (Chris), Marion Blankenship Dewar (Jason), Marjorie Blankenship
Tedesco (Joe); grandchildren, James, Graham, Maggie Noe, Sam, Josh, Drew
Dewar, Owen, and Johnny Tedesco and a number of nieces, nephews, and cousins.
A visitation will be held on Thursday, September 27th from 12:30 to
1:45pm with a memorial service following at 2pm at Christ Covenant Church (800
Fullwood Lane, Matthews NC).
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Stephen
H. Blankenship – b.19Apr1946 - Raleigh, NC: https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:QJJS-78B7
Relatives – M. K. Blankenship.
+2018, Pineville, Mecklenburg Co.,
NC, Obituary
https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/charlotte-nc/janet-blankenship-7863228
Janet Hall Blankenship, 89, passed away on May 27,
2018. She was born on February 28, 1929 in the Lower Providence area of
Mecklenburg County. Janet was the daughter of the late Calvin O. Hall and
Isabelle Howey Hall.
Mrs. Blankenship was a graduate of Pineville High School and
Presbyterian Hospital School of Nursing She was an OR Nurse after graduation.
She was a homemaker for years raising her four children and also helping out in
the family business, Blankenship Feed and Seed. She also worked as an RN
for the American Red Cross. Mrs. Blankenship loved Ocean Isle beach where she
and her husband owned a vacation home. they had many
good friends there and enjoyed spending many summers there with family and
friends.
She was predeceased by her husband
William Ferris Blankenship, Jr., sister
Sue Marus and Brother Ted Hall.
She is survived by her children
Ann Timmerman (Davis), William Ferris Blankenship,
III (Denise), Julie Bunch (Matthew) and Jayne
Deaver. Also, nine grandchildren and one great grandchild due
in June.
A Memorial Service will be held at Pineville United Methodist
Church, 110 S. Polk St., Pineville, NC 28134 at 11:00 am on Wednesday, May 30,
2018. Honorary Pallbearers will be J. R. Miller, Sr., Tom Rea, Sr., John Rea,
Sr., Joe Griffin and Stuart Elam.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2019, Pineville, Mecklenburg Co.,
NC,
Obituary
https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/charlotte-nc/donald-blankenship-8959005
Donald Cruse Blankenship, beloved husband, father,
and grandfather, went to be with our Lord on December 11, 2019. Mr.
Blankenship, 87, was born August 29, 1932 in Pineville to his father William F. Blankenship and mother Margaret Howie
Blankenship, who raised him along with his older brother Bill Blankenship (deceased).
His immediate family were lifelong leaders
in business, community, and church in their hometown. He was proud of his
family’s rich history and heritage in our region. His ancestors included
Alexander Faris, a Revolutionary War patriot who is believed to have fought in
the Battle of King’s Mountain. Subsequent members of the Blankenship family
were among the original settlers of York County, SC. A notable scion was his grandfather, Stephen
Pettus Blankenship, a Civil War veteran and survivor of Pickett’s Charge in the
Battle of Gettysburg.
Don was a graduate from the final class of Pineville High School,
where he earned all county honors on the basketball court. Following his
graduation from University of South Carolina School of Pharmacy, Mr.
Blankenship proudly served our country as a Lt. JG aviator in the United States
Navy from 1954 to 1957. He then went on to become a learned and compassionate
Pharmacist for over 40 years, chosen by Eckerds Drug Store to be in a
commercial aired nationwide. An avid outdoorsman, he loved volunteering his
time with the Boy Scouts of America Troop 116 as Scout Master, on Appalachian
Trail hikes and other adventures. A life-long member of Pineville United
Methodist Church, he was a talented vocalist who enjoyed singing traditional
hymns with the Mens’ Chorus. Through beautiful artwork, he shared his love of
the NC coast with many friends and family. His love of gardening led to a lush
yard full of beautiful azaleas that was a sight to behold in the Spring. The family will also miss his innovative approach to
manipulating the English vocabulary.
He spoke often and fondly of the privilege of 62 years of marriage
to his wonderful wife, Betsy
Rea Blankenship. Other survivors include his three children: Margaret Blankenship Harrelson (Calvin) of Weddington, NC, Steve
Whitfield Blankenship (Heidi) of Cary, NC, and John Stowe Blankenship
(Holly) of Wilmington, NC. He took great pride in his exceptional eight grandchildren:
Mariah, Davis, Leland, Ben, Luke, Lillian, Andy, and Eli. His grandchildren
called him a best friend and greatest cheerleader.
A service to celebrate Don’s life will be held at Pineville United
Methodist Church on December 15, 2019 at 1:00 pm. Private internment with
military honors will be at Providence Presbyterian Church.
McDowell
2017, Marion, McDowell Co.,
NC, Obituary
The Daily Courier,
(Forest City, NC) - April 5, 2017
Edwin Sanford Hill, age 80, of Marion, NC, went to be with the Lord
Monday, April 3, 2017 at Hospice House of Rutherford County, [Forest City, Rutherford Co., NC]
with his family at his bedside. He was born September 15, 1936 in Spokane, WA
to the late Gerald Hill and Lenora Primmer Hill, who both died at a young age.
He was then raised by the late Les and Bert
Blankinship.
Mr. Hill is a veteran of the US Army and retired from the US Air
Force where he served in the Korean Conflict and the Vietnam War. He continued
working for several more years, thus ending as Sanitation Supervisor for the
City of Marion. He was an active member of Spencer Baptist Church in Spindale,
NC where he is a current Deacon and served in several different capacities. Mr.
Hill liked to stay busy, whether it be bowling with
his bowling league at Maple Leaf, working outdoors or tinkering with some kind
of mechanical equipment. Those who knew him, will
remember him as a hardworking, honest man who liked to help others.
In addition to his parents, Mr. Hill is preceded in death by his
first wife, Iva Marie Hill; one sister, Leah James; and two half -sisters,
Ginger Davis and Juanita Martin.
Surviving are his wife, Sharon Pate Hill; two sons, Gerald Hill and
James Hill and wife, Laura all of Marion; three daughters, Anita Moore, Claudia
Hill and boyfriend, Randy Autrey and Terri Edwards and husband, Rick all of
Marion; nine grandchildren, Shannon Hill, James Hill, Matthew Hill and wife,
Britni, Skylar Hill, Brandon Moore and Fiance', Rachel Pedler, Edwin
"Shaun" Moore, Anthony Hill and Fiance', Bethany Lanham, Jennifer
Ford and husband, Danny and Luke Edwards and wife, Kourtney; seven
great-grandchildren; three brothers-in-law, John, Jerry and Bo Loftis all of
Marion; one sister-in-law, Doris Robinson and husband, Danny of Marion; one
half-brother, Melvin Deseranno of OR; two half-sisters, Arletha Deseranno of OR
and Neta Languin of WA; special friends from his service in the US Air Force,
Dave Spinner and Bob Limburg.
A Graveside Service will be held at 10:00 AM on Friday, April 7,
2017at McDowell Memorial Park with Military Honors. A Celebration of Mr. Hill's
Life will follow at 2:00 PM at the Spencer Baptist Church in Spindale, NC with
Rev. Billy Vaughn and Dr. Bruce Caldwell officiating.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Montgomery
+2017, Troy, Montgomery Co.,
NC, Obituary
News & Record
(Greensboro, NC) - January 15, 2017
Stephen Blankenship, 62 [1955] of Troy, died January 13, 2017.
Arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by McDougald
Funeral Home and Crematorium.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2017, Troy, Montgomery Co.,
NC, Obituary
http://www.mcdougald.com/notices/Stephen-Blankenship
Mr. Stephen “Steve” Blankenship, 63, died January 13, 2017 at his home. Born
November 12, 1953 in Richmond County, he was a son of the late Thomas H. & Gladys Knight Blankenship.
He was a retired correction officer with
the NC Department of Corrections and enjoyed working with the Robin Sage
Project.
He is survived by: wife of 40
years, Marie Clark Blankenship of the home; son, Benjiman C. McGuirt of Troy;
daughter Korie G. Caccia of Kernersville; grandchildren, Travis McGuirt,
Trenton McGuirt, Linsey McGuirt, and Hatcher Wilson; brothers, Walter P. Blankenship of Mt. Gilead, and Tommy
Blankenship of Troy; and a sister, Betty Lou
Parsons of Troy.
He was also preceded in death by sisters,
JoAnn
Williams and Dottie
Meachum.
A Celebration of Life service will be
held 2:00 PM Monday, January 16, 2017 at White Crest Baptist Church officiated
by Rev. Ken McRae, Rev. Travis McGuirt, and Rev. Gary Rutherford. Burial
will be private.
+2017,
Troy, Montgomery Co., NC, Obituary
Montgomery Herald (NC)
- January 17, 2017
Mr. Stephen "Steve" Blankenship, 63,
passed away January 13, 2017 at his home. He was born November 12, 1953 in
Richmond County. He was a son of the late Thomas H. and Gladys
Knight Blankenship.
He was a retired correction officer with the NC Department of
Corrections and enjoyed working with the Robin Sage Project.
He was also preceded in death by sisters, JoAnn Williams and Dottie Meachum.
He is survived by wife
of 40 years, Marie Clark Blankenship of the home; son, Benjiman
C. McGuirt of Troy; daughter Korie G. Caccia of Kernersville; grandchildren,
Travis McGuirt, Trenton McGuirt, Linsey McGuirt, and Hatcher Wilson; brothers, Walter
P. Blankenship of Mt. Gilead, and Tommy Blankenship of
Troy; and a sister, Betty
Lou Parsons of Troy.
A Celebration of Life service was held January 16, at White Crest
Baptist Church officiated by the Rev. Ken McRae, the Rev. Travis McGuirt, and
the Rev. Gary Rutherford. Burial was private.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2017, Troy, Montgomery Co.,
NC, Obituary
Montgomery Herald (NC)
- April 17, 2017
Betty Lou Rumley Parsons, age 74, Troy passed away on Wednesday,
April 12, 2017. Mrs. Parsons was born in Richmond County on January 4, 1943.
Betty was employed in the textile industry for over 20 years and
was of the Baptist faith. She loved the Carolina Panthers, enjoyed coloring,
puzzle books, and crocheting. She enjoyed NASCAR racing and her favorite driver
was Dale Earnhardt, Jr.
Betty was preceded in death by her husband, Larry Wayne Parsons, mother, Gladys K. Blankenship,
father, Clifton Rumley, step father,
Thomas Blankenship, sisters, JoAnn Williams, Dottie
Meacham, brother, Steve
Blankenship, and grandson, Christopher Holder.
She is survived by her son, Tony Wilson and wife Claire of
Pittsboro; daughter, Pamela Owens and husband Dempsey, Jr. of Star;
granddaughters, Miranda Owens of Star and Courtney Wilson of Pittsboro; and brothers, Tommy
Blankenship of Troy and Wally Blankenship of Mt. Gilead; and many nieces and
nephews.
Funeral services will be on Saturday, April 15, 2017 at 12:00 noon
in the Pugh-Troy Funeral Home Chapel 211 North Main Street, Troy, NC, with Rev.
Harold Pope officiating. Burial was in the Parsons Grove United Methodist
Church Cemetery.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Troy, Montgomery Co.,
NC, Obituary
The Courier-Tribune,
(Asheboro, NC) - July 2, 2018
Junius "J. R." Raymond Clark, 76, of Troy died Saturday,
June 30, 2018, at Carolinas Medical Center in Charlotte, [Mecklenburg Co., NC]. He
was born April 11, 1942, in Montgomery County, the son of Junius Raymond Clark
and Gladys (Maness) Clark who preceded him in death.
J.R. was a former supervisor for Southern Correctional Institution
(Minimum Security Unit), a former Montgomery County deputy sheriff and a
retired security director at Wingate University. After retirement, he began
driving a logging truck as a contract hauler.
He is survived by wife, Julia Adams Clark; sons, Neal Clark and
wife Carolyn and Michael Clark and wife Julie J., all of Troy; daughter,
Melissa Dunn and husband Bobby of Troy; step-daughters, Suzie Bradford and
husband Doyle of Franklin, Tenn., Gail Bruton and husband Danny of Mt. Gilead
and Jane Humphries Ponds of Southport; 14 grandchildren; five
great-grandchildren; and sister, Marie
Blankenship of Mt. Gilead.
Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, July 3, at 2 p.m. at
Forks of Little River Baptist Church, 2356 Okeeweemee-Star Road, Troy, with the
Rev. Danny VunCannon officiating. Burial will follow in Forks of Little River
Baptist Church cemetery.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Moore
+2016, Cameron, Moore Co., NC, Obituary
The Sanford Herald,
(NC) - December 21, 2016
Betty Jane Blankenship Taylor, 74, of Cameron died Monday
(12/19/16). Mrs. Taylor was born on May 28, 1942, in Sutton, West Virginia, to
the late Harvey Blankenship and Beatrice Sutton Blankenship.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a son,
Jeff Taylor; a sister, Ruby
Zimmerman; and by brothers, Kenneth, Sonny, Robert, Danny and Charlie
Blankenship.
She is survived by her husband, Marion Taylor; a son, Donnie Taylor
and wife Kim of Sanford; a daughter, Jennifer Campbell of Cameron; a brother, Nick Blankenship and
wife Sue of Cameron; five sisters, Barbara
Marks and husband Dewitt of Cameron, Wilma
Taylor and husband Jack of Cameron, Laurie
Delvecchio of Ohio, Wanda Blankenship of Ohio, Joy Blankenship of Ohio; grandchildren, Tiffany,
Nicholas, Kevin and Lindsey and seven great-grandchildren.
A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday at Good Shepherd
Baptist Church in Cameron, with the Rev. Don Flynn officiating.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2017, Cameron, Moore Co., NC, Obituary
The Sanford Herald,
(NC) - June 8, 2017
Jack Patterson Taylor, 78, of Cameron, died Tuesday (6/6/17) at his
home. He was born in Harnett County, son of the late Britton Taylor and Jennie
Bell Patterson Taylor.
He was preceded by his parents.
Surviving are his wife
of 50 years, Wilma Blankenship Taylor of the home; daughter,
Sharon Brooks of Lillington; son, Tim Taylor of Cameron; sisters, Peggy Howard
and Mildred Matthews of Sanford, and Nell Hinzman and Marion Taylor of Cameron;
four grandchildren, Cynthia Hahn, Christopher Hahn, Megan Taylor and Jonathan
Taylor; and four great-grandchildren.
A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday at the Good
Shepherd Church in Cameron with the Rev. Don Flynn officiating.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2017, Cameron, Moore Co., NC, Funeral
http://www.tributes.com/obituary/show/Barbara-Ann-Marks-104947401
Barbara Ann Marks (Blankenship), Jun 11, 1943 - Jul
2, 2017 (Age 74), Cameron, North Carolina
The funeral service will be held at Mt. Pleasant Christian Church
on Friday, July 7, 2017 at 4:00 PM with Rev. Raymond Campbell officiating.
Burial will follow in the church cemetery.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2017, Cameron, Moore Co., NC, Funeral
http://www.thepilot.com/obituaries/barbara-b-marks/article_746ffcd2-6026-11e7-b9b7-af72da553312.html
Barbara Ann Blankenship Marks, 74, of Cameron, died Sunday, July 2, 2017, at her
home. She was born June 11, 1943, in Sutton, W.Va., to the late Harvey Blankenship and Beatrice Sutton Blankenship.
Barbara worked as a dietician for many
years at St. Joseph Hospital.
In addition to her parents, she was
preceded in death by her two sisters, Betty Taylor and Ruby Zimmerman; and
her six brothers, Kenneth, Sonny, Robert, Danny, Charlie
and Baby Roy Blankenship.
Barbara is survived by her husband,
Dewitt Thomas Marks of the home; one son, Danny Marks and his wife, Angel, of
Cameron; one daughter, Edna George and her husband, Mitch, of Cameron; one brother,
Nick Blankenship
and his wife, Sue, of Cameron; four sisters, Wilma
Taylor, of Cameron, Laurie
Delvecchio, Joy Blankenship
and Wanda Blankenship, all of Ohio; one sister-in-law, Aggie Blankenship,
also of Ohio; four grandchildren, Randy, Jessica, Cameron and Reilly Marks; and
two great-children, Brooklyn and Bryce Marks.
The funeral service will be held at Mount
Pleasant Christian Church on Friday, July 7, at 4 p.m., with the Rev. Raymond
Campbell officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.
2019, Southern Pines, Moore Co., NC, Obituary
The Pilot,
(Southern Pines, NC) - November 26, 2019
William "Bill" Wade Lindau, 67, died Thursday, Nov. 21,
2019, after a period of declining health. He was born Oct. 16, 1952, in
Asheville.
He and his family moved to Southern Pines, where he graduated from
Pinecrest High School and pursued a career in sports writing and personal
memoirs. He was very popular among his friends in Southern Pines. His parents,
Mr. and Mrs. William E. Lindau, were writers who worked with Pilot owner and
publisher Sam Ragan, also Poet Laureate of North Carolina. His mother, Betsy,
worked at the Sandhills Chamber of Commerce for many years.
Surviving are one sister, Sara E. Lindau, writer, of Southern
Pines; his uncle and aunt, George
and Sally Blankenship, and five cousins, all of Asheville.
Services will be private.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Nash
+2016, Rocky Mount,
Nash Co., NC, Obituary
Rocky Mount Telegram (NC)
- July 28, 2016
Christopher (Chris) Allen Marks, age 69, passed away on Monday,
July 25, 2016 after a courageous battle with Pulmonary Fibrosis. Born in
Edgecombe County, NC on November 4, 1946, he was the son of the late Shuford Blankenship
Marks and Margaret Lucille Young Marks.
Chris was a graduate of Rocky Mount Senior High and Atlantic
Christian College where he was a member of Sigma Phi Epsilon fraternity. He
also held an accounting degree from North Carolina State University. Chris
began work in 1969 at the State Auditors Office then worked as Comptroller of
the Administrative Office of the Courts until 1999. He finished his working
career at Legal Aid of NC, Inc. as Vice President for Finance and
Administration. Chris received the honor of being a recipient of the Order of
the Long Leaf Pine from Governor Jim Hunt for his dedication to the State of
North Carolina. He was a very busy man but his family always came first.
Chris was a loving husband, devoted father and special grandfather
(PaPa to his grandchildren) and will be dearly missed. Life with Chris was
never boring and was always a great adventure. His love of sports, boating,
golfing, fishing, and camping were all purposely centered around
spending time with family. Chris was also a man of faith; a devoted member of
Englewood United Methodist Church and active participant in Sunday Seekers, he
truly loved the Lord.
Chris is survived by his best friend and wife of 47 years, Linda
Bryan Marks; two sons, Gregory (Greg) Tate Marks and wife, Savannah, of
Alexandria, VA and Andrew (Drew) Bradley Marks and wife, Meg, of Arlington, VA.
He is survived by three grandchildren, Katherine (Kate) Ray Marks, Madeline
(Maddie) Tate Marks, and Christopher McCallum (Mac) Marks; brother, Shuford (Sonny) Blankenship Marks Jr. and wife, Posey, of Tierra Verde, FL,
their daughter, Meg Milligan and her daughter, Mimi Milligan; and sister,
Charlotte Marks Bunch and husband, Gerald, of Greenville, NC. Chris is also
survived by his sisters-in-law, whom he called his sisters, Judy Mauney and
husband, Marshall; Claudia Moore and late husband, Alan; and Phyllis Griffin
and husband, Johnny, and their loving daughters and families. He also leaves
behind his beloved dog, Molly.
A Funeral Service will be held on Friday, July 29, 2016 at 2:00 PM
in the Chapel of Wheeler and Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services
with Rev. Terry Williams and Dr. Chet Rains officiating.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2019, Rocky Mount,
Nash Co., NC,
Obituary
Rocky Mount Telegram (NC)
- November 17, 2019
Marshall W. Pridgen, age 90, passed away on Thursday, November 14,
2019. Born in the Coopers Community on September 10, 1929, he was the son of
the late Stephen H. Pridgen and Hazel D. Pridgen.
As a United States Army veteran, Marshall served overseas during
the Korean War. Along with his wife, Mary, together they operated side by side
Pridgens Service Center in Enfield off of I-95 for many years before he
retired. In addition, Marshall also retired from the North Carolina Department
of Transportation after 14 years of dedicated service.
He was preceded in death by his sister, Mary Virginia Blankenship; brothers William O.
Pridgen, Sr. and Delano D. Pridgen; and his granddaughter, Ashley Dawn Pridgen.
Marshall leaves behind to cherish his memory, wife of 65 years,
Mary Frances Baines Pridgen; and sons, Marshall W. "Woody" Pridgen,
Jr. and his wife, Kaye, of Rocky Mount, H. Stephen "Steve" Pridgen of
McDonough, GA, Julian S. "Scottie" Pridgen of Rocky Mount, Samuel G.
"Sammy" Pridgen and his wife, Brigette, of Rocky Mount, and Michael
B. "Mike" Pridgen of Sharpsburg. He is also survived by his
grandchildren, Brad, Julian, Samuel, Ashley, Justin, Rhiannon, and Miranda;
great-grandchildren, Sidney, Laney, Landon, Tanner, Maci, Addison, Callie,
Brooklyn, and Easton; several nieces and nephews; and very special friend,
Marlowe Spann.
A Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday, November 19, 2019 at
2:00 pm, in the Chapel of Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation
Services with Rev. Reuben Batchelor officiating. Interment will follow the
service at Rocky Mount Memorial Park.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
New Hanover
2017, Kure Beach, New Hanover Co.,
NC, Obituary
News & Record
(Greensboro, NC) - August 23, 2017
James C. Yoder of Kure Beach, NC passed away peacefully from cancer
at 12:50 a.m. on August 21, 2017. Jim was born on January 3, 1943 to Edwin M.
Yoder and Myrtice Logue Yoder of Mebane, NC.
He grew up in Mebane attending grade school and high school, then
attended and graduated from the University of North Carolina in Chapel Hill.
Jim served the life insurance industry for over 45 years as an
agent, general agent, and vice president of various life insurance companies,
including Southern Life Insurance in Greensboro, NC. In 1993, he established
his own life insurance marketing organization in Greensboro, NC, and later in
Kure Beach, NC. He was able to recruit independent agents and contractors to
sell for several companies throughout the country.
Jim was an avid golfer from an early age. His love of the game
helped him develop lasting friendships in Siler City, NC and Wilmington, NC.
His other interests included American history, politics, and his belief in a
strong public education system. He remained loyal to his alma mater, UNC-Chapel
Hill, his entire life. He and his brother, Edwin, helped establish a foundation
in their parents' name for the Department of the Arts and Humanities. Jim
leaves behind many business colleagues, great friends and golf buddies from Siler
City Country Club and Wilmington Municipal Golf Club.
He is survived by his loving wife, Ann Moore Yoder. He is also
survived by his brother, Edwin M. Yoder, Jr. and his wife Jane. Jim has two
sons from a previous marriage to Eleanor Herndon: Colin M. Yoder of Greensboro,
and his wife, Margaret, along with two grandchildren; Catharine and William;
Kevin R. Yoder and grandson, Ryan, of Chapel Hill, NC. He is also survived by
his favorite niece, Dr. Anne D.
Yoder and husband Dave Hart and their
son Dylan Blankenship; his nephew Ted Yoder and wife Mary
Beth, along with their sons, Spencer and Evan. Jim is also survived by his
stepdaughters, Julie Evans of Apex, NC; Catherine Oliva of Raleigh, NC and
daughter Rose; and stepson John Evans and wife Andrea Galioto-Evans of Piney
Creek, NC.
A memorial service and celebration of his life will be announced at
a later date.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2016, Wilmington, New Hanover Co.,
NC, Obituary
Published in the Wilmington
Star-News on Apr. 13, 2016
Amos Darrell Tackett, MD, age 70, passed away on April 10, 2016. He
was born July 9, 1945, in Pike County Kentucky, the only child of Amos Tackett
and Avonell Nickles Tackett.
He is survived by his wife Peggy and daughters Holly Blankenship (Stowe) and
grandchildren Benjamin and Lillian and Amy Campos (Kevin) and grandchildren
Evelyn and Julia.
His early years were spent in the mountains of eastern Kentucky and
on the banks of the Ohio River. He attended Greenup Independent high school in
Greenup, Kentucky, graduated from the University of Kentucky and Vanderbilt
University School of Medicine. He completed general surgery residency at
Vanderbilt University Hospital in Nashville, Tennessee. His residency training
was interrupted by a tour of active duty in the US Army Medical Corps where he
rose to the rank of Major. On completion of residency he joined the faculty of
Vanderbilt University School of Medicine as assistant professor of surgery.
In 1978 he moved with his wife Peggy to Wilmington where he entered
a general surgery practice performing a broad spectrum of general, vascular and
thoracic surgery. In 1989, he established what is now Coastal
Surgery Specialists and remained with this group as president, senior
member and practicing surgeon till retirement in 2010.
During his career, he was a member of multiple professional
organizations, achieved fellowship in the American College of Surgeons and held
several offices as a member of the medical staff at New Hanover Regional
Hospital. He was elected chief of medical staff, served on the board of
trustees of the hospital and was twice elected chairman of the Department of
Surgery. He also was a member of the clinical faculty participating in the
training of surgery residents through the AHEC residency program and was most
proud of having been selected professor of the year on three occasions by the
residents in training.
A memorial service will be held 2pm Saturday, April 23, 2106 at St.
James Episcopal Church.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2016, Wilmington, New Hanover Co.,
NC, Obituary
Published in the Wilmington
Star-News on June 8, 2016
Jane Blankenship Boyd Brown, 73 [1943], died June 2, 2016,
in Wilmington, NC, following a courageous battle with leukemia. Born in Virginia to the late Clarence
and Frances Sisk Blankenship.
She was preceded in death by a brother,
Warren, a sister, Eula, and
husbands Sidney Boyd, father of her children, and J. P. Brown.
Jane earned her undergraduate degree from Virginia Intermont
College and received graduate degrees from East Tennessee State University and
Loyola University, New Orleans. A life-long advocate for the elimination of
poverty and for criminal justice reform, she completed a 42-year-career in
public administration with the State of Virginia where she led multiple
programs for children, adults, and families.
From 2010 through 2014, she served as Director for Community
Partnerships, Office of the Governor, Commonwealth of Virginia. Jane was a
member of St. Therese Catholic Church, Wrightsville Beach, where she was a
member of the Outreach Committee and organized participation with Habitat for Humanity.
She was also a member of the Governing Board of the NC Council of Churches. She
was previously a parishioner of Cathedral of the Sacred Heart in Richmond, VA
where she served as Parish Ecumenical Representative.
An active community volunteer, she was a Master Gardener at the New
Hanover County Arboretum, a member of the Ability Garden Board, the Cape Fear
Garden Club, the Sierra Club and the Audubon Society. In Virginia she served on
numerous boards and committees, including Stuart Circle Parish Ecumenical
Council, Virginia Coalition for the Homeless, and Habitat for Humanity.
In 1997 she was selected an Outstanding Richmonder for leadership
provided in the successful community effort to overturn a city ordinance that
prohibited churches from feeding the poor. In 2012 she received the Paul W.
Keve Distinguished Service Award for her prisoner reentry work in Virginia.
She is survived by daughters Katherine Boyd of Reston, VA and
Stephanie Boyd Durner, son-in-law John A. Durner, IV (Jay), grandchildren John
and Sydney Durner of Wilmington, NC and an extended family of nieces, nephews
and cousins.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Thursday, June 16, 12
PM at St. Therese Catholic Church, 209 South Lumina Ave, Wrightsville Beach,
NC.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2017, Wilmington, New Hanover Co.,
NC, Obituary
Star News
(Wilmington, NC) - March 12, 2017
Gene Autry Seay passed away after a lengthy illness on February 6,
2017. He was born Oct. 27, 1946, in Gore, Oklahoma, son of the late Clifford
Leonard and Velma Mattox Seay.
Gene was a veteran of the U.S. Marines, having served in Guam and
Cuba and earning the rank of Sergeant E-5. After the service, he worked for
DuPont as a control mechanic. Following early retirement, he formed and
operated Seay's Electric Service, Inc. Gene was a former member of Myrtle Grove
Presbyterian Church where he served as a deacon and was one of the original
directors on the Board of Myrtle Grove Christian School. He was a loving
husband, father, and grandfather. He loved his dogs and enjoyed hunting,
boating, and golfing.
Surviving are his wife, Gean Moore Seay; daughter, Amanda Seay Blankenship and husband C. J., of Brentwood, Tennessee; son, Patrick G. Seay and wife Caroline,
of Wilmington; grandchildren, Bryan
Chesson, Worth and Caitlin Blankenship , Allie and Kade Seay; and a
sister, Patsy S. Teehee of Vian, Oklahoma.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Onslow
+2016, Jacksonville, Onslow Co., NC, Obituary
Published in Jacksonville
Daily News from Mar. 4 to Mar. 5, 2016
Milton Cleo Craft, 67, of Jacksonville died Feb. 26, 2016, at his
home.
Services were private. Arrangements by Jones
Funeral Home, Jacksonville.
Survivors include wife, Patricia Craft; daughters, Michelle Alvarez
of Beaufort, South Carolina, Brianna Craft of Maple Hill; step children,
Sephanie Bryd of Maysville, David Cumbo of Jacksonville; brothers, Virgil Craft
of Hubert, Lee Ray Craft of Richlands; and sisters,
Doris Gunn of Fountaintown, Rebie Blankenship of
West Virginia.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2016, Jacksonville, Onslow Co., NC, Obituary
Richard "Rich" Bernards- beloved son, husband, father,
and friend- passed away on August 1, 2016. Rich was born in Sioux Falls, South
Dakota on February 29, 1960 to Clarence and Marlyce Bernards.
Its' a long way from America's heartland to the nearest ocean, but
Rich found his way from Sioux Falls to the United States Navy. He joined the
Navy on June 1, 1978 and, like his father before him, proudly served in the
nation's seagoing service. He retired as a Chief Petty Officer Boiler
Technician after 22 years on December 31, 1999. Much of his naval career was
spent at sea, including a tour aboard the USS Iowa when the World War II
battleship returned to active service during the late 1980s.
After retiring from the Navy, Rich worked in the Civil Service as a
boiler operator before retiring in July of 2013. Rich was an avid outdoorsman.
He enjoyed shooting, golfing, and camping. Among other pursuits that brought
him joy: a good game of poker with family and friends, and working in his shop
at home, where he crafted knives and other one-of-a-kind projects. Rich also
enjoyed a good joke. He was a quick wit with keen sense of humor. He needed it
–he was a fan of the Philadelphia Eagles.
Rich was preceded in death by his father, Clarence
"Barney" Bernards.
He is survived by his wife of 22 years, Mary; his mother, Marlyce; Daughters; Aubri
Blankenship and Ambre Chittenden; Brothers; Ronald, Randon, and Roger
Bernards; and Sisters; Reno Sabo and Robin Bernards; a half-brother, William
Muldoon; Step-sons; Thomas and Stephen Bell. Son-in-laws; Justin
Blankenship and Adam Chittenden; His best friends Larry and Barbara
Bell, his faithful service dog Megan and his granddaughter; Marisa Bernards.
A Celebration of his Life will be held at his home on 13 August at
1100. Friends and family are all invited to attend.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2017, Jacksonville, Onslow Co., NC, Obituary
Published in Jacksonville
Daily News from Jan. 17 to Jan. 18, 2017
Merlin Milton Blankenship, US Navy Retired, of
Jacksonville, was called home by his Creator, God on Saturday, January 14,
2017. Born January 1, 1920, he was one of 15 children born to Sidney
Blankenship and Amanda Elizabeth Blankenship, who were pioneers, ranchers
and farmers in Campbellton, TX. All but one have been
called home by their Creator, God.
Merlin and his beloved wife, Avis had eight children. Four of whom
have gone to be at home with their Creator, God and his beloved wife, Avis has
joined them. Merlin leaves behind four children, 19 grandchildren, 33
great-grandchildren and 11 great-great-grandchildren, with hopes and prayers
that they will all have a long and blessed life.
Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, January 23,
2017, at Centerview Baptist Church with Rev. Michael Schwalm officiating.
Burial, with military honors, will follow at Coastal Carolina State Veterans
Cemetery.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2017, Jacksonville, Onslow Co., NC, Obituary
Published in Jacksonville
Daily News from Oct. 11 to Oct. 12, 2017
Oscar Delness Blankenship, 81, passed away on October
7, 2017, at New Hanover Regional Medical Center in Wilmington, [New Hanover Co.,] NC
after a long, courageous battle with cancer. He was born in Lamar, West
Virginia, on December 27, 1935, to Clara Elizabeth Thornton and Woodrow
Wilson Blankenship.
He went to school in Matoaka, West Virginia, and served in the US
Army in Korea. He retired from General Motors in Flint, Michigan. After
retirement, he moved to North Carolina where he met his wife of 29 years,
Patricia "Patsy" Ann Parker.
He is preceded in death by his parents,
Clara and Woodrow Blankenship; his wives, Violet and Mary Blankenship; brothers, Ronnie and Mark
Blankenship; and brother in law, E. G. Politte.
He is survived by his wife
Patsy; four daughters, Carol
Daggett and husband Dale of Savannah, Georgia, Leighanna
Nichol and Jay of Fenton, MI, Julie Barbour of Columbus, OH, and
Karyn "Liz" Edwards and husband Danny of Ortonville, MI; brother, Rev. Eugene Blankenship and
wife Barbara of Fenton, MI, sister Shirley
Politte of Swartz Creek, MI; grandchildren, Adam Daggett, Matthew Daggett,
Brianna Nichol Castillo, Shaunna Nichol Ashley, Henry Barbour and Myah Barbour;
eight great-grandchildren; a very special cousin, Peggy Stanton of Shady
Springs, WV; and special friends, Marie Fagg of Bluefield, WV, Connie Timms of
Jacksonville, and Rev. Russell Stokes of Guadalajara, Mexico.
A funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, October the 14th
at Jones Funeral Home of Jacksonville with Rev Randall Pearce officiating.
Burial with military honors will follow at Onslow Memorial Park. The family
will receive friends one hour prior to the service.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2018, Jacksonville, Onslow Co., NC, Obituary
The Fayetteville Observer,
(NC) - May 29, 2018
William Jackson Wilson, aged 82, Jacksonville, died May 27, 2018.
He was born June 14, 1935 in High Point, NC, grew up in Fayetteville, NC, and
graduated from Campbell College and UNC-Chapel Hill in 1959.
He taught high school English at Campbell College and Camp Lejeune
High School. He always exclaimed that he really enjoyed teaching. He then
joined Weyerhaeuser properties (later Westminster) and worked in commercial
real estate until retirement in 1991. He continued with his own commercial
management company as well as many land divisions for the Onslow County Clerk
of Court.
He served on the Jacksonville City Council one term, as head of the
Onslow County Democratic Party, and on the Salvation Army Board for over 35
years. He enjoyed flying, was a great story teller, a kind and gentle person
and a true gentleman.
He was predeceased by his first wife, Elizabeth Johnson Wilson, his
sister Sara Wilson and his parents, William Wynn Wilson and Ruth Burns Wilson.
He is survived by his wife, Rebecca Shelton Wilson, his children
and step-children Nancy Brandon (Steve), Blair Hedgecock (Rick), Merritt
Attkisson (William), Amy Wilson (David Spense), Wesley Wilson (Laurie) and
Rebecca Harrison (Michael); his grandchildren:
Alex Attkisson, Sophie Blankenship, Holly Attkisson, Lucy Harrison,
Garrett, Mason and Jake Hedgecock; his sisters: Francis West (Tommy) and Liz
Smith (John); and his brothers-in-law: Joe Shelton (Carol) and John Brack.
There will be a celebration of his life on Sunday June 3, 2018 from
3-5 pm at the family home, 318 Woodland Drive, Jacksonville, NC.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Jacksonville, Onslow Co., NC, Obituary
The Daily News,
(Jacksonville, NC) - August 1, 2018
Carol Lynn Daggett, 59, went home to be with the Lord
unexpectedly on Wednesday, July 25, 2018, at Memorial Health Hospital in Savannah, [Chatham Co.,] GA. She was born in Flint, Michigan, on
December 20, 1958; to Violet Elizabeth Shrewsbury and Oscar
Delness Blankenship.
She was a graduate of Fenton High School in Fenton, MI, and later
received an Associates Degree from Coastal Carolina Community College as a lab
technician. In 1980, she met the love of
her life, Dale Daggett and married on June 6, 1981, and they had 36 years
together. After marriage, they moved to Jacksonville, where her husband served
in the United States Marine Corps at the Marine Corps Air Station, New River
She is survived by her loving husband, Dale; two sons, Adam and
wife Jennifer of Flint, MI, Matthew and Madisyn of Richmond Hill, GA; step-mother, Pat
Blankenship of Jacksonville; her sisters, Leighanna
Nichol of Fenton, MI, Julie Barbour of Columbus, OH, Karyn (Liz) Edwards of
Ortonville, MI; uncle, Rev.
Eugene Blankenship and wife Barbara of Fenton, MI; mother-in-law, Lois Daggett of
Flint, MI; aunt, Shirley Politte of Swartz Creek, MI; seven grandchildren,
Abigail, Aaron, Caleb, Nathan, Jeremiah, Allyson, Landyn; and three nieces and
one nephew.
A funeral service will be held at Noon on Saturday, August 4, 2018,
in the chapel of Jones Funeral Home, Jacksonville, with Reverend
Danny Blankenship officiating. Burial
will follow in Onslow Memorial Park.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2019, Midway Park,
Onslow Co., NC,
Obituary
The Daily News,
(Jacksonville, NC) - August 9, 2019
Dorothy Jean (Banta) Blankenship, 84 [02Oct1934], of Midway Park died Aug. 3, 2019, at Onslow Memorial
Hospital, [Jacksonville, Onslow Co., NC].
Survivors include son, George
Blankenship; daughter, Lynn
Gesch; brother, Cornelius
Blankenship; and sister, Josephine
Blankenship.
Memorial will be held at 9 am, Monday, at Jones Funeral Home,
Jacksonville with burial following at New Bern National Cemetery.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2018, Sneads Ferry,
Onslow Co., NC, Obituary
The Franklin News-Post,
(VA) - October 17, 2018
Robin Elizabeth Blankenship, 28, [November 15, 1989] of
Sneads Ferry, NC, formerly of Boones Mill, VA, passed away Saturday, October 6,
2018.
She is predeceased by her grandparents, Elizabeth and Jimmy Morris
and Loraine and Jean Jack Moureau.
She is survived by her parents, Allen and Cherie Moureau; husband, Ryan Blankenship; one son,
Jaxon; brother, Jacob; half-brother, Toby; two half-sisters, Bobbie Jo and
Danielle; her in-laws; and a host of relatives and friends.
Services planned for a later date.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Orange
2016, Chapel Hill,
Orange Co., NC, Obituary
Published in The News & Observer on June 22,
2016
Frances Moschler Heard, 66, died Tuesday, June 21, 2016 following a
courageous battle with cancer. Born and raised in Blacksburg, Virginia, Fran
was the daughter of William and Elizabeth (Betty) Moschler.
She graduated from Virginia Tech and lived in Virginia and North
Carolina, moving to Chapel Hill in 1995. Fran will be remembered for her
devotion to her family, her infectious laugh, and her love of reading.
She leaves her husband
of 44 years, Edward Blankenship Heard; three children Kristin,
Kimberley, and William, as well as their respective spouses Evander,
Christopher, and Nicole. She also leaves behind her brother, William Moschler
Jr, and his family; her sister-in-law Lynn "Metta" Green and her
family; and her three granddogs and two grandcats.
A memorial service will be held at 12pm on Saturday, June 25 at
Walker's Funeral Home at 120 West Franklin Street in Chapel Hill.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Edward Blankenship Heard -
b.10Apr1949 - Chapel Hill, NC: https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:KY44-W45
Relatives - Frances B.
Heard, Frances M. Heard, Frances M. Heard, Kristin Elizabeth Heard, Kimberley
Lynn Heard.
Poss
son of Edna Blankenship & Maxwell Lafayette Heard
+2018, Chapel Hill,
Orange Co., NC, Obituary
News & Record
(Greensboro, NC) - November 25, 2018
Thomas Warner Hudson, Jr., a true southern gentleman, devoted
husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, died on November 21, 2018,
in Chapel Hill, NC. Tom was born on February 25, 1924, to Thomas Warner Hudson,
Sr. and Lily Henriksen Hudson in Pascagoula, MS.
He was preceded in death by his parents, his sisters Laura Marie Stebbins and Nell Louise Blankenship and
his brother, Rev. Carl Allen Hudson.
He is survived by his wife of 37 years, Mary Jones Hudson, his
children; Dr. Thomas Warner Hudson, III of Yorba Linda, CA, the Honorable Robin
Hudson (Victor Farah) of Raleigh, NC, Edward Alliston Hudson of New York City,
Kenneth David Hudson (Rachel Mann) of Wilmington, NC, step daughters; Pamela
Owen Watkins and Gay Owen Whaley of Reidsville, NC; eight grandchildren; four
great-grandchildren; sister-in-law Dottie Leavell Hudson of Jackson, MS and
many nieces and nephews.
Following his graduation from Pascagoula High School, Tom began his
study of accounting at the University of Alabama. As a part of the V12 program,
the Navy transferred him to the University of North Carolina, where he received
his commission in 1945 and was assigned to active duty on the USS Lexington in
the Sea of Japan. After the end of the war, Tom returned to UNC to finish his
studies and start his 38-year career with the international accounting firm of
Deloitte (formerly Haskins & Sells).
Tom began as an accountant in the New Orleans office of Haskins
& Sells. He rose through the ranks to become a partner in the firm in
Atlanta, GA. In 1966, he moved to Greensboro, NC to open an office in that city
as partner-In-charge. During his time in Greensboro, Tom hired and mentored a
large staff of accountants, many of whom went on to very successful careers
with the firm and in the private sector. In what he thought would be the close
of his career, Tom moved to New York City to manage the mergers and acquisition
practice for the firm. This turned out to be the beginning of a new career.
After he retired from Deloitte in 1984, he joined Kohlberg, Kravis,
Roberts & Co. Here he found new and exciting ways to use the experiences gained
from his years with Deloittehe had found his niche. He worked with KKR&Co.
for twelve years before retiring again in 1996.
He and Mary traveled extensively and particularly enjoyed European
river cruises with friends. Golf clubs were routinely part of the baggage and
they played many of the old courses in Scotland and Ireland. Tom was an avid
photographer and always made photograph albums of their travels. He was a
member of Jupiter Hills Club in Florida, Governor's Club in Chapel Hill and Old
Chatham Golf Club in Durham, NC, which he helped found and where he held the
distinction of being the oldest member. He was a member of the First
Presbyterian Church of Tequesta, FL and attended the University Presbyterian
Church in Chapel Hill when in residence at their summer home.
Along with his business activities, Tom also served on many company
boards, including Franklin Street Partners (1996 2016), Duracell International,
Inc., Nabisco Group Ltd. and many others. Tom founded Greystone Investments,
LLC as a vehicle to facilitate his many philanthropic endeavors. He truly loved
his work. He was the consummate professional and a true friend to everyone with
whom he associated.
Memorial services are scheduled for 2 pm, on December 8, 2018, at
University Presbyterian Church.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2016, Hillsborough,
Orange Co., NC, Obituary
Published in The News & Observer on Nov. 6,
2016
Thaddeus Marion "Ted" Bonus was born April 6, 1931 in
Rochester, New York and died November 1, 2016 in Hillsborough, North Carolina,
surrounded by family.
Ted was predeceased by his wife Candace Cox Bonus, who died in
2015. Ted and Candy were long-time residents of Fearrington Village, Chatham
County, North Carolina. Ted was retired from his position as Director of Public
Information at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, and enjoyed his
retirement career as a real estate broker. He delighted in politics, sports and
a good martini.
Ted was also predeceased by his parents, Casimir C. Bonus and Marie
K. Bonus, his brother Casimir C. Bonus, Jr., and son-in-law James F. Blankenship, Jr.
Ted is survived by daughters
Ellen M. Bonus (Ernest B. Hood), Emily B. Long (Bryan B. Baylor), and Elizabeth
Bonus-Blankenship, his son Andrew C. Bonus (Annamarie), his grandchildren Benjamin
E. Zeigler, Lillian M. Zeigler, Charles H. Schroeder, Jeffrey A. Bonus, James
A. Bonus, and Emerson M. Baylor, and his great-grandson Malik Y. Mouabid. Ted
is also survived by extended family.
In accordance with Ted's wishes, a service is not planned.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Pasquotank
2018, Elizabeth City, Pasquotank Co.,
NC, Obituary
The Daily Advance,
(Elizabeth City, NC) - August 22, 2018
William Edward Williams, age 75, of
Burlington Drive, Elizabeth City, NC passed away on Sunday, August 19, 2018 at
Sentara Albemarle Medical Center. A native of Elizabeth City, he was born on
August 2, 1943 to the late William Gaither Williams and Julia Ann Gibbs Dail,
and the husband of Marie Williams of the home.
Mr. Williams was a salesman of building supplies. He was proud of
his service to his country as a member of the United States Army, was an avid
golfer, and loved working in his yard.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by two daughters, Christa Birdsong (Thomas) and Jennifer Blankenship ,
both of Elizabeth City; a son, Michael Williams (Angie), also of Elizabeth
City; and seven grandchildren, Brittany, Cody (Chelsea), Nicole, Alec, Gage,
Parker and Crystal.
A memorial service will be held at 2:00 pm on Thursday, August 23,
2018 at Twiford Memorial Chapel with Minister Kevin Reiver officiating. There
will be a funeral mass on September 8, 2018 at 11:00 a.m.at Holy Family
Catholic Church with Father Nick Cottrill officiating.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Person
+2016, Roxboro, Person
Co., NC, Obituary
James
Finley Blankenship, Sr., 89, of Roxboro, died Monday, December 26, 2016 at his home. Born in Tyler County, WV, to the late Harold
Raymond Blankenship and Anna Estola Jordan
Blankenship.
Mr.
Blankenship was a Navy Veteran having served on the SS Frances M. Robinson. He
was a member of Long Memorial United Methodist Church.
Mr.
Blankenship brought his family to Roxboro in 1965 to build the first 400 foot
smoke stack chimney at CP&L Hyco Plant as well as the last 800 foot smoke
stack while working with Rust Engineering & Kellogg Construction Company.
After retirement, he worked for Kelly Carver Brick Mason. He was a private
pilot and enjoyed flying. Mr. Blankenship loved doing crossword and jigsaw puzzles.
In
addition to his parents he is preceded in death by his wife, Anne Hewitt Blankenship; one son, James Finley Blankenship, Jr.; three brothers; three sisters.
Surviving
are his children: Carolyn Blankenship Hicks (C.T.), Frederick Ray Blankenship (Pam), and Sharon
Lynn Blankenship,
all of Roxboro; daughter-in-law, Elizabeth Blankenship of Durham; companion, Doris Sadler of
Weirton, WV; one sister, Jeanette Loar (Russell) of Chester, WV; five grandchildren:
James Finley
Blankenship III, Jessie Blankenship, Dwight Solomon, Jr., Douglas Solomon,
and "Dusty" Frederick Ray Blankenship, Jr.; eleven great-grandchildren: Kennan Solomon,
Sienna
Blankenship,
Colin Solomon, Madison Solomon, Cole Solomon, Serenity Faith Solomon, Levi
McKinney, Jeffery Lam, Trinity Lam, August James Blankenship,
and Luke McKinney.
Funeral
service will be 2 pm, Thursday, December 29, 2016, at the Long Memorial United
Methodist Church with the Rev. Jeff Nash officiating. Burial will follow in the
Burchwood Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Matt Solomon, Clyde "Peaches"
Solomon, David Solomon, Ray Kirby, Ray Clayton, and Ray Shannon. Honorary
pallbearers will be Kennan and Colin Solomon.
+2017, Roxboro, Person
Co., NC, Obituary
The Courier-Times,
(Roxboro, NC) - July 8, 2017
Judith Carolyn Hunter Gatewood, 82, of 169 Old Durham Rd., Roxboro,
died Thursday, July 6, 2017. Born in Campbell County, Virginia, Mrs. Gatewood
was the daughter of the late Willie F. and Josie Sterling Angel Hunter.
Mrs. Gatewood was an active member of Ca-Vel Baptist Church where
she taught vacation Bible school for over 25 years. She also served on the
board of Safe Haven. Mrs. Gatewood had a passion for life, humor and caring for
others. Mrs. Gatewood was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and
great-grandmother.
She was the wife of the late Nelson Frank Gatewood and
mother-in-law of the late Stanley King.
Mrs. Gatewood is survived by two daughters, Teressa (Trecy) Eagle
King and Pamela Eagle Blankenship (Fred),
both of Roxboro; one step-daughter, Tina Carter (Doug) of Roxboro; one brother,
Stafford Hunter of Brookneal, Virginia; five grandchildren, Amber King Milligan, Tobie King, Dusty
Blankenship , Josh Clayton and Krista Carter; three great-grandchildren and a
host of special friends.
Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, July 8, at Brooks
& White Chapel by the Rev. Richard Long. Burial will follow in Person
Memorial Cemetery. Pallbearers will be David Lankford, Franklin Edwards, Kasey
Hurdle, Jessie Duncan, Anthony Johnson and Chris Oakley.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Frederick
R. Blankenship – b.May1961 – Roxboro,
NC: https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:KT5J-J3S
Relatives - April L. Blankenship, James F.
Blankenship, Pam Blankenship, Pamela Eagle Blankenship, S. Frederick
Blankenship.
Pitt
Randolph
2019, Archdale,
Randolph Co., NC, Obituary
High Point Enterprise (NC)
- June 13, 2019
Pauline Baker Stewart, 91, of Archdale, went to her heavenly home
on Wednesday, June 12, 2019, at Hospice Home at High Point. She was born July
29, 1927, in Johnston County and was the daughter of the late Nathan and
LouBerta Lee Baker.
She was a devoted homemaker and mother and retired from Roses
Department Store after seventeen years of service. She was a person of strong
faith and commitment to Christ.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her
husband, Gene T. Stewart, whom she married on September 15, 1944.
Pauline is survived by four children, Linda Neal (Jerry) of
Trinity, James "Jake" Stewart of High Point, Danny Ray Stewart of
Randleman, and Becky Davis (Jim) of Archdale; seven grandchildren, Dawn Tilley Blankenship (Ray),
James Pendergrass (Olga), Ryan Stewart, Jerry Neal, Jr. (Cindy), Annette
Osborne (Mark), Margaret Riddle (Calvin), and James Davis, Jr. (Lynne); eleven
great-grandchildren; five great-great-grandchildren; four sisters, Lou, Joann,
Glenda, and Cathy; and two brothers, Donald and Ricky.
Funeral service will be held at 11 am, Saturday, June 15, 2019, in
the Chapel of Cumby Family Funeral Service in Archdale. Burial will follow at
Poplar Ridge Meeting Cemetery.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2016, Asheboro,
Randolph Co., NC, Death
The Courier-Tribune,
(Asheboro, NC) - February 1, 2016
Jackie Lavonne Blankenship Persons, 84, formerly of
Asheboro, died Sunday, Jan. 31, 2016, at Camden Place Health and Rehabilitation
in Greensboro, [Guilford
Co., NC].
Arrangements are incomplete at Pugh Funeral Home in Asheboro
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2016, Asheboro,
Randolph Co., NC, Death
http://themonticellonews.com/jackie-b-persons-p12434-64.htm
Jackie Lavonne Blankenship Persons, age 84, formerly of Asheboro, NC. passed away on Sunday, Jan. 31, 2016 at Camden Place Health
and Rehabilitation in Greensboro. She was born in Texarkana, Texas on September
6, 1931 to Ruhl
and Daisy Rock Blankenship.
Ms. Persons was a member of First Baptist
Church in Asheboro, N.C., and was a homemaker.
In addition to her parents, Jackie was
preceded in death by her son Stanley C. Persons. Jackie loved her family,
especially her grandsons, who affectionately referred to her as “GAGA.”
She is survived by her daughters, Debbie
Persons of Greensboro, N.C., Claudia Letterman and husband Jake, also of
Greensboro; grandsons, John Lee Letterman, Nickolas Adison Letterman; sisters,
Kamita Soper of California, Carolyn Youngblood of Texas; brothers, David
Blankenship and Ruhl Blankenship both of Texas.
A private family service will be held.
+2015, Asheboro, Randolph Co.,
NC, Obituary
The Courier-Tribune,
(Asheboro, NC) - July 18, 2016
Annie Alligood Blankenship, 77, of Asheboro died
Saturday, July 16, 2016, at Clapp's Convalescent Nursing Home.
Mrs. Blankenship was born in Beaufort County to Lonnie Gray and
Kathleen Hodges Alligood. She was the owner and operator of Annie's Florist in
Eagle Springs.
Surviving are her husband,
James D. Blankenship; three sons, Chris Sanders, Steve
Sanders and Timmy Sanders; two daughters, Pam Duncan (Chris) and Kathy Hatcher
(Ricky); one step-son, James
Blankenship (Salina); four step-daughters,
Tonya Miller (Mark), Jamie Barnhardt (Ronnie), Tammy
Lester (Ray) and Bridget Cheek (Lee); five grandchildren, Samantha Duncan, Christen
Sanders, Jacob Sanders, Austin Sanders and Kamden Sanders; nine
step-grandchildren, Michael, Chad, Ashley, Laura, Marcus, Melanie, Nicholas,
Cole and Eric; and six step-great-grandchildren, Melinda, Melody, Bayley,
Kinley, Lanie and Madeline.
Funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, July 20, 2016,
at Browns Chapel Christian Church with the Rev. Larry May officiating.
Interment will follow in Browns Chapel Christian Church cemetery.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2017, Asheboro, Randolph Co.,
NC, Death
The Courier-Tribune,
(Asheboro, NC) - April 17, 2017
Loretta Ann Taylor Blankenship, 60, of Asheboro died
Saturday, April 15, 2017, at Moses H. Cone Memorial Hospital, Greensboro, [Guilford Co., NC].
Ridge Funeral Home & Cremation Service is in charge of
arrangements.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2017, Asheboro, Randolph Co.,
NC, Obituary
http://www.ridgefuneralhome.com/obituaries/Loretta-Blankenship-2/#!/Obituary
Loretta Ann Taylor Blankenship, 60, of Asheboro, died Saturday, April 15, 2017 at
Moses H. Cone Memorial Hospital in Greensboro. Born September 30, 1956 in
Tazewell County, VA, Mrs. Blankenship was the daughter of the late Walker and
Edna Taylor.
She was a resident of Asheboro for the
last 19 years and was retired from Energizer Battery after 16 years of service.
Mrs. Blankenship was very loving and kind, she enjoyed
spending time with her family and friends. She was an outdoor enthusiast and
loved her pets, Zoey and Little Bit.
In addition to her parents, she was
preceded in death by two brothers, Cleve Taylor and Danny Taylor.
Mrs. Blankenship is survived by her son,
Ricky Mullins of Asheboro; sisters, Hazel
Blankenship of Raven, VA, Carolyn Osborne and
husband, Eddie of Rosedale, VA, Christine Harris of Council, VA; and
granddaughter, Courtney Cook of Honaker, VA.
A memorial services will be conducted at
11:00 a.m., Thursday, April 20, 2017, at Ridge Funeral Home Chapel with Mr.
Charles Reeder officiating.
2017, Asheboro, Randolph Co.,
NC, Obituary
The Courier-Tribune,
(Asheboro, NC) - December 16, 2017
Betty Louise Christian Holland, 69, of Asheboro, NC, passed away at
Randolph Hospice House on Thursday, Dec. 14, 2017, at 6:15 p.m.
Betty was an amazing wife, mother, grandmother and
great-grandmother. She loved taking care of children and worked in the daycare
industry for over 45 years.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Swanson and Marjorie
Christian; son, William Holland Jr.; and one sister.
Betty leaves behind her husband Guff William Holland of the home;
sons, Dorsal Holland (Roberta) of W.Va., Richard Holland (Anna) of WV; daughters, Gloria
Blankenship (fiancé Billy) of TX, Crystal Kennedy (Durand) of Liberty, Margery
Maness (James) of Randleman; 14 grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; three
brothers; and five sisters.
A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 19, 2017,
at Smyrna Grove Church, with burial to follow at Randolph Memorial Park
Cemetery. The pastor Mike Knight will officiate the
service.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2016, Franklinville, Randolph Co.,
NC, Obituary
The Courier-Tribune,
(Asheboro, NC) - March 25, 2016
Mattie Lee Sweatt Parrish, 85, of 216 Sunrise Ave., Franklinville,
died Friday, March 25, 2016, at her residence.
Mattie was a native of Richmond County, NC.,
and a member of The Church of God of Prophecy in Ramseur.
Mattie was preceded in death by her parents, James A. and Ollie Lee
Jacob Sweatt; sons, Roy Parrish, Homer L. Parrish Jr.; and several brothers and
sisters.
Survivors include her husband, Homer L. Parrish Sr. of the home; daughters, Donna
Blankenship and husband Roger,
Patricia Hudnall and husband John, both of Virginia, Brenda Jones and husband
Mike, of Franklinville, and Linda Peace and husband Roger of Trinity; 10
grandchildren; and 25 great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Monday, March 28, 2016, at
Loflin Funeral Home Chapel, Ramseur. Officiating will be the Rev. Jason Bowser.
Burial will follow at Randolph Memorial Park, Asheboro.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2017, Randleman, Randolph Co.,
NC, Obituary
http://hosting-22456.tributes.com/obituary/show/Jerry-Lee-Fleeman-104710738
Jerry Lee Fleeman, 63, formerly of Narrows, went home to be with
the Lord on Sunday, April 23rd, 2017 from his home in Randleman, North
Carolina. He was born in Giles County on November 26th, 1953, and was the son
of Lula Blankenship Fleeman and the late Milton Buford
Fleeman.
Jerry was a longtime employee of Celanese Acetate in Narrows with
over 35 years of service, where he was well respected by his co-workers. He
enjoyed fishing, hunting, riding his 4-wheeler and tractors, farming, garden
work, and especially his goats. Jerry also enjoyed his canine companion, Lady.
In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by a son, Jerry
Milton Fleeman; and two brothers, David Fleeman and Donald Fleeman.
In addition to his mother, he is survived by his wife of 46 years,
Sandra Sue Thorne Fleeman; three children, Amy Booth and husband Anthony of
Lindside, West Virginia, Jeffrey Caudill Fleeman of Narrows, Jennifer Williams
and husband Brandon of Christiansburg; nine grandchildren, Tyler Jackson,
Matthew Jackson, Emily Booth, Chase Fleeman, Gage Fleeman, Dawson Fleeman, Alex
Perkins, Ian Perkins, and Braelynn Williams; two great-grandchildren, Melody
Jackson and Aiyana Cole; a sister, Lena Kast and husband Charles of Narrows;
several nieces, nephews, cousins, and many special friends.
Funeral services will be held Thursday, April 27th, 2017 at 2 PM in
the Chapel of Riffe's Funeral Service in Narrows with Pastor Bill Brown
officiating. Burial will follow in Angels Rest Cemetery near Narrows.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Randleman, Randolph Co.,
NC, Death
Published in The Courier-Journal on Aug. 23,
2018
Norma Faye Porter Blankenship, 79, 20-Aug, Calhoun
Muster Funeral Homes - Calhoun Chapel.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Randleman, Randolph Co.,
NC, Obituary
https://www.musterfuneralhomes.com/notices/Norma-Blankenship
Norma Faye Porter Blankenship, 79, of Randleman, North Carolina, formerly of
Calhoun Kentucky passed away on Monday, August 20, 2018. Norma was born on May 27, 1939 in Owensboro,
Kentucky to the late Eldred Stanley Porter and Londa Priscilla Oost
Porter.
A native of Calhoun, she graduated from
Calhoun High School in 1957. She
continued her education at the University of Kentucky where she received a
Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering in 1961. It was at the University where she met and
married Bob in 1960. Later in life, she
returned to college and earned a Bachelor of Science in Human Environmental
Sciences majoring in Clothing and Textiles from the University of North
Carolina at Greensboro in 1994.
Norma was a devoted wife, mother and
grandmother. She was an accomplished
seamstress and had a passion for reading.
One of her many interest was genealogy and her family history. She was active in the DAR and volunteered at
the Mclean County Historical and Genealogical Museum. Shortly after getting married, she
volunteered with the Florence Crittenton home in Lynchburg, VA.
In addition to her parents, she was
preceded in death by her husband, Robert
Edwin “Bob” Blankenship (1998) and son Joel Patrick Blankenship (1966).
Norma is survived by her son Edwin Lee Stanley Blankenship, his wife Andrea and their three children Robert
Wayne and fiancée Rebecca Baker, Andrew Lee Jonas and Larissa LeeAnn; her son
Robert Timothy Blankenship and his daughter Sophie Rebecca; her daughter
Laura Elizabeth Turner and her children Edward Christopher Murphy
and Kelly Elizabeth Turner; her daughter Martha Christine Bailey and her children William Stanley
& Carson Wayne and special family friend Ann Atherton.
Graveside services will be held at 11:00
A.M. Friday, August 24th at St. Benedict Cemetery in Beech Grove.
+2018, Randleman, Randolph Co.,
NC, Obituary
The Courier-Tribune,
(Asheboro, NC) - August 29, 2018
Norma Faye Porter Blankenship, 79, of Randleman, NC,
formerly of Calhoun, Ky., passed away on Monday, Aug. 20, 2018. Norma was born
on May 27, 1939, in Owensboro, Ky., to Eldred Stanley Porter and Londa
Priscilla Oost Porter.
A native of Calhoun, she graduated from Calhoun High School in
1957. She continued her education at the University of Kentucky where she
received a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering in 1961. It was at the
University where she met and married Bob in 1960.
Later in life, she returned to college and earned a Bachelor of
Science in Human Environmental Sciences, majoring in Clothing and Textiles,
from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro in 1994. Norma was a
devoted wife, mother and grandmother. She was an accomplished seamstress and
had a passion for reading. One of her many interests was genealogy and her
family history. She was active in the DAR and volunteered at the Mclean County
Historical and Genealogical Museum. Shortly after getting married, she
volunteered with the Florence Crittenton home in Lynchburg, Va.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by husband, Robert Edwin
"Bob" Blankenship (1998); and son, Joel Patrick Blankenship (1966).
Norma is survived by son,
Edwin Lee Stanley Blankenship and wife Andrea and their
three children, Robert Wayne and fiancée Rebecca Baker, Andrew Lee Jonas and
Larissa LeeAnn; son, Robert
Timothy Blankenship and his daughter, Sophie Rebecca; daughter, Laura
Elizabeth Turner and her children, Edward Christopher Murphy and Kelly
Elizabeth Turner; daughter, Martha
Christine Bailey and her children, William Stanley and Carson Wayne; and
special family friend, Ann Atherton.
A graveside service was held on Friday, Aug. 24, at St. Benedict
Cemetery, Beech Grove, Ky., where Norma was laid to rest beside her husband. A
memorial service will be held at New Salem United Methodist Church in
Randleman, NC, at 5:45 pm Saturday, Sept. 1.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Rockingham
2017, Eden, Rockingham Co.,
NC, Obituary
News & Record
(Greensboro, NC) - July 7, 2017
Virginia "Sis" Dishmon Moore, 77, of Eden, passed away on
Wednesday evening, July 5, 2017 at Hospice Home of Rockingham County. Ms. Moore
was born in Draper on March 23, 1940, a daughter of Oliver Emerson and Ruth Dix
Dishmon, both deceased.
She was a loving mother, grandmother, sister and aunt.
She was also preceded in death by her husband, Richard Moore; her
brothers, Paul Dishmon, Arthur Dishmon and Pap Dishmon.
She is survived by her daughter, Kristi Moore Hodges and husband
Michael of Eden; her brother, Floyd "Boots" Dishmon and wife Ramona
of Eden; her sisters-in-law, Peggy
Dishmon of Eden, Jean Dishmon of Southmont, NC, Maria Dishmon of Corpus
Christi, TX, Ruby Kerns, Peggy Ison and Jane Blankenship ,
all of Ironton, OH and Betty Browning of Wayne, WV; her grandchildren,
Brandalyn Hodges, Jordan Evans, Nick Boles and Blayden Chilton; her special
nephew, Craig Dishmon; and several nieces and nephews, Mike, Jay, Jeff, Karen,
Tammy, Arthur, Ray and Michelle.
A funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, July 8, 2017
at Boone & Cooke, Inc. Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will follow in Dan
View Cemetery.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2019, Mayodan, Rockingham Co.,
NC, Death
https://www.legacycom/obituaries/name/carlton-blankenship-obituary?pid=192041671
Carlton Edward Blankenship of Mayodan, North Carolina, was born on
October 1, 1944 and passed away on Saturday, March 30, 2019.
Wilkerson Funeral Home –
Reidsville.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2019, Mayodan, Rockingham Co.,
NC, Funeral
https://www.wilkersonfuneral.com/obituaries/Carlton-Blankenship-Jr/#!/Obituary
Carlton Edward Blankenship, Jr., 74, of Mayodan, passed away on Saturday, March
30, 2019 at his Home.
A memorial service will be held at 6:00
pm, on Sunday, April 7, 2019, at Brown Summit United Methodist Church, 4426 NC
150, Brown Summit.
+2019, Mayodan, Rockingham Co.,
NC, Obituary
Martinsville Bulletin (VA)
- October 24, 2019
Nadine Brown Robertson, 67, of Mayodan, NC, passed away on Monday,
October 21, 2019, at Annie Penn Hospital [Reidsville, Rockingham Co., NC] after a complicated
illness. She was the daughter of the late Artie Bell Nance Brown and William
(Bill) Brown.
Nadine was preceded in death by her husband, Richard
"Dickie" Robertson.
Surviving are her sisters,
Crystal Barker of Stoneville, NC, Linda (Don) Blankenship of
Martinsville, VA, and Priscilla (Jeff) Martin of Sandy ridge, NC; nieces, Angie
(John) Pendleton of Sandy Ridge, NC, and Amanda (Eric) McBride of Chatham VA; nephew, Donnie (Christie)
Blankenship of Chatham, VA; great-nephews,
Clinton and Austin Blankenship, of Chatham, VA; and
great-niece and great-nephew Haylee Piper and Jaxon McBride, of Chatham VA.
A private graveside service will be held at Graham Memorial Park on
Friday. Colonial Funeral Home in Madison.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Reidsville, Rockingham Co.,
NC, Obituary
Published as Greensboro
News & Record (NC) - July 17, 2016
Gilbert Nelson Amos, 72, passed away Thursday, July 14, 2016 at his
home, surrounded by his family. He was born in Rockingham County on March 15,
1944 to the late Joe Wesley Amos, Sr. and Lessie Nelson Amos.
Gilbert was a member of Main Street United Methodist Church and was
a God-fearing and loving person who loved his children more than himself. He
was a selfless person who was always looking for someone else to help in time
of need. He was a beloved father, grandfather and brother.
Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother,
Joseph Amos, Jr.
Survivors include his daughters, April Briggs and Andrea Price and
husband, Thomas Price, IV; brothers, David Amos, Sr. and Leon Amos; sister,
Alice Setliff and husband, Bobby; grandchildren,
Nicholas Briggs and Megan Blankenship; sister-in-law, Linda Smith; devoted
companion, Rita Bondurant; several nieces, nephews and cousins; and two of his
closest friends, Bobby Donavant and Robin Miller.
Graveside services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Monday, July 18,
2016, at Reidlawn Cemetery, with Dr. Greg Robertson officiating.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2017, Reidsville, Rockingham Co.,
NC, Obituary
Times-News
(Burlington, NC) - November 13, 2017
Mr. William Hugh Holland, Jr., 43 [1974], of Reidsville,
suddenly passed away Friday, November 10, 2017 in Summerfield. A native of Gastonia, NC. He was the husband of Jennifer
Holland and son of Guff William and Betty Holland.
He was an employee of Loye Grading and Tree Service.
Surviving are his wife of the home and his parents of Asheboro. He
was a loving father to Tiffany and William Holland; two brothers, Dorsal
Holland and Rick Holland; and three sisters,
Gloria Blankenship, Crystal Kennedy and Margorie Maness.
Funeral services will be held 2:00 PM, Tuesday, November 14, at the
Rich & Thompson Chapel in Burlington with Larry Watts officiating. Burial
will follow at Alamance Memorial Park.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2018, Reidsville, Rockingham Co.,
NC, Obituary
The Reidsville Review,
(NC) - March 25, 2018
Brenda Charlene Hayes, 68 [1950], of Reidsville, NC, went to be with the Lord Thursday, March 22,
2018, at Moses H. Cone Memorial Hospital.
Survivors include: husband, Roger Hayes of
Reidsville, NC; daughter, Renea Roberts and husband Bart Roberts of Reidsville,
NC; daughter Raquel Cook and husband AJ Cook of Reidsville, NC; daughter Robin
Hayes of Reidsville, NC; daughter Drema Blankenship of Akron,
OH; son Roger Hayes and wife Lacosta Hayes of Reidsville, NC; son Harold Poling
of Reidsville, NC, Johnny Frymier of Akron, OH. Charlene was also survived by
many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2018, Reidsville, Rockingham Co.,
NC, Obituary
Olga "Dusty" Josephine Lewandowski Lathrop, age 94,
passed away on Friday, January 18, 2019, at UNC-Rockingham Healthcare, [Eden, Rockingham Co., NC]. A
native of New Jersey, She was born on October 18, 1924, to the late John and
Frances Madera Lewandowski.
Dusty was a member of Holy Infant Catholic Church in Reidsville,
where she was also a longtime choir member. Dusty served as a medic with the
Army Air Corps during World War II and was a proud member of Post 79 Joshua
Airmen Troop, as well as a member of the Reidsville American Legion and a
member of the Madison-Mayodan Fellowship Choir.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her
husband, Donley Joseph Lathrop, Sr.; her daughter, Frances Lathrop; and her
sons, Donley Joseph Lathrop, Jr. and Dudley William Lathrop, III.
She is survived by her children, Christine Ann Lathrop of N. Las
Vegas, NV, Cecilia Marie Blankenship of Bluefield, WV, Kathleen
Regina Walsh of Winston-Salem, Michael Patrick Lathrop of Madison, and Diana
Louise Bullins and husband Charles of Eden; her daughter-in-law, Pinky Lathrop
of Stoneville; six grandchildren; and ten great-grandchildren.
A wake will be held from 7 pm, until 9 p.m. on Sunday, January 20,
2019, at Ray Funeral Home in Madison. A Catholic funeral liturgy will be held
at 11 am, on Monday, January 21, 2019, at Ray Funeral Home with Rev. Frank J.
Seabo, Jr. officiating. The Rite of Committal will be held at 11 am, on
Tuesday, January 22, 2019, at Salisbury National Cemetery with military honors.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Cecilia
Marie Blankenship – b.22Feb1952 - Rock, WV; https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:KY4L-Y6J
Relatives - Michael Lloyd Blankenship.
2017, Stoneville,
Rockingham Co., NC, Obituary
News & Record
(Greensboro, NC) - October 17, 2017
Jeanie Mabe Alley, 80, went to be with the Lord Sunday, October 15,
2017, at Hospice of Rockingham County. Mrs. Alley was born May 13, 1937, in
Stokes County, to the late William Linzie and Gertrude Bennett Mabe.
Over the years, she was employed with Veneer, Fieldcrest Mills,
Inc. and Stoneville Furniture and was of the Primitive Baptist Faith. She loved
gardening, late night T.V., and her cats.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a
grandson, Bryan David Alley; brothers, Alvin and Lewis Mabe.
Survivors include her husband of 58 years, James David Alley; sons,
Jimmy D. Alley (Debbie), James Leon Alley; daughter, Janet A. Barrett (Johnny);
brother, Henry Mabe (Linda); sisters,
Lorene Stewart, Margie Ziglar (Danny), Sylvia Blankenship; grandchildren,
Matthew Barrett, Derek Alley; great-grandchild, Melana Alley; and beloved pets,
Baby Gray and Scoots.
The funeral service will be held at 2 p.m., Wednesday, October 18,
2017, at Colonial Funeral Home with Reverend Rob Haley officiating. Interment
will follow in the Ridge-View Cemetery.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Sylvia
Mabe Blankenship – b.29Aug1952 - Walnut Cove, NC;
https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:QJZN-Y87K
Relatives - Mark A. Blankenship, Syiwea Blankenship.
Rowan
+2016, Cleveland, Rowan Co., NC, Obituary
Statesville Record &
Landmark (NC) - May 22, 2016
Leland Arthur Blankenship, 72, of Cleveland, NC,
passed away at Iredell Memorial Hospital, [Statesville, Iredell Co., NC], Saturday, May 21,
2016. He was born in Wyoming Co., WV, May 12, 1944, the son of the late Willie
F. and Mae Harless Blankenship.
Mr. Blankenship had been a resident of Iredell County for most of
his adult life and was a retired machine operator. He was a member of Fifth
Creek Presbyterian Church where he had served as an Elder. He was a volunteer
with the Rowan-Iredell Fire Department and also served as an EMT in Rowan
County. Previously, he served his country in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam
era.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 45 years, Nancy
Hager Blankership, who died in 2013; and four brothers,
Alfred, James, Carl and Ray Blankenship.
Remaining to cherish his memory are one daughter, Cindy Robinson (Dale) of Statesville; one son, David Blankenship of Palm Springs, Calif.; two sisters,
Irene Lilly (Alvie) and Cora Perry (Lyle), both of
Statesville; and two grandchildren, Brandon and Bailey Robinson.
A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m., Tuesday, May 24, at
Fifth Creek Presbyterian Church officiated by the Rev. Steve Hannah.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2017, Cleveland, Rowan Co., NC, Obituary
http://www.cavin-cook.com/obitlink?obit_id=1960495
Jacob Randall Blankenship, 27, of Cleveland, passed
away on Friday, May 5, 2017. He was born on November 9, 1989 in Germany, to Keith and Gabriele
Blankenship.
Jacob was employed with PCA and liked working and playing with
anything electronic. He enjoyed building, cooking, making people smile, and
loved his son dearly.
In addition to his parents, he is survived by his wife, Katherine Lee
Blankenship; and son, Booker
Blankenship.
A Memorial service will be held at a later date. Cavin-Cook Funeral
Home, Mooresville, is serving the Blankenship family.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2016, Gold Hill, Rowan Co., NC, Obituary
Published in Salisbury
Post on Jan. 17, 2016
Elmer Harold Lester, 89, of Gold Hill passed away at his residence
on Friday, Jan. 15, 2016 after a long and courageous battle with Alzheimer's
disease with his loving family at his side. He was born on May 12, 1926 in
McDowell County, W.Va. the son of the late Alexander Lester and the late
Princess Rowe Lester.
He graduated from high school in West Virginia. He joined the navy
in 1943 where he served on the island of Okinawa during World War II and aboard
the destroyer USS Storm during the Korean Conflict. Later he served aboard the
USS Corrigedor and the USS Catawba. He had shore duty in Norfolk, Va.; Riviera
Beach, Fla.; Atlanta, Ga.; Naples, Italy; and Ankara, Turkey. He retired from
the navy in 1966 after 20 years of service and worked for Fiber Industries for
18 years before retiring in 1982.
He was a member of First Baptist Church in Rockwell, and prior to
his transfer of membership, he was a member of Main Street Methodist Church in
Salisbury. While at Main Street Methodist, he held several positions in the
church including Chairman of the Administration Board and church treasurer. He
was also an avid gardener.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother,
E. C. Lester and a sister, Phyllis Blankenship.
Survivors include his wife Norma Jean Hill Lester, whom he married
on May 11, 1955; daughter, Leigh Anne Lester Ragan (Otis) of Gold Hill; and
niece, Carol Sue Stewart of Canal Winchester, Ohio.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 18 at
Powles Staton Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Matthew Laughter, pastor of
First Baptist Church Rockwell, officiating. Burial will be in the church
cemetery. Military honors will be provided by the United States Navy Honor
Guard and the Rowan County Veteran's Honor Guard.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
1940 Census, Sandy River
District, McDowell Co., WV,
Lester, Alex 39, M, WV, Head,
Lester, Princes 36, F, WV, Wife,
Lester, Harold 13, M, WV, Son,
Lester, Carrel 11, M, WV, Son,
Lester, Phyllis 06, F,
WV, Dau,
https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:K7ZM-W7Z
2016, Salisbury, Rowan
Co., NC, Obituary
Published in Salisbury
Post from Jan. 17 to Jan. 19, 2016
Timothy Earl Woodrum, 50, of Salisbury, passed away Saturday, Jan.
16, 2016, at the Glenn A. Kiser Hospice House in Salisbury. Born Sept. 29, 1965
in Oak Hill, W.Va., Tim was a son of Darrell and Mary Ann Woodrum, both of whom
preceded him in death.
He graduated from Fayetteville High School, Fayetteville, WV in
1984, served four years in the United States Air Force, and was formerly an
employee of G4S Security in Charlotte.
Tim is survived by his brothers Thomas Woodrum of Fayetteville, WV
and Darrell Woodrum and John Woodrum, both of Oak Hill, WV; and sisters, Mary
Jane Canterbury of Oak Hill, WV, Carol Lenz of Salisbury and Brittany Woodrum,
of Fayetteville, WV. Tim also leaves behind to cherish his memory many nieces;
nephews; cousins; one aunt, Lee Woodrum of Anderson, SC; two special nephews,
Brian Hunter Lenz and Jacob Scott Lenz, both of whom he helped raise, of
Salisbury; and special friends Bryan
Holt of Salisbury, Loretta Murphy of Summersville, WV, Kathy Dees of Kannapolis
and Beverly Blankenship of Concord.
Visitation and Service: Visitation will be from 9:30- 10:30 a.m.
Thursday, Jan. 21, 2016 in the Chapel at First Baptist Church with a memorial
service to celebrate Tim's life following at 11 a.m. conducted by the Rev.
Kenneth Lance and the Rev. Rod Kerr officiating. Burial will follow at 2 p.m.
in the Salisbury National Cemetery at the W. G. (Bill) Hefner VA Medical Center
in Salisbury with full military honors.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2016, Salisbury, Rowan Co., NC, Obituary
Published in Salisbury
Post on May 2, 2016
Charles Edward “Charlie” Hauer, Jr., 48, passed away Friday, April
29, 2016 at his residence. Charlie was born in Natchez, Miss., on July 19,
1967, son of the late Charles Edward Hauer, Sr. and Karen Sue Sahuli Hauer.
Mr. Hauer was educated in Mississippi and North Carolina, was a
carpenter and had also worked with M&M Electric doing electrical work. He
enjoyed building things for his grandchildren, automotive work and loved NASCAR
Racing.
In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his son,
Christopher Hauer.
Survivors include his wife Evon Jeffery Hauer who he married on
Sept. 12, 1988; daughters, Toni
Nichole Blankenship and Special Friend Ricky J. Heston, Jr. of Bourbon, Ind., Dezarae
Lane and husband Wesley Lane of Salisbury, Brittany Leanne Hauer of Salisbury;
brother, Billy Lee Ford of Ind.; sisters, Carolyn Hauer of Fla. and Linda
DeForrest of Ind.; grandchildren,
Olivia Staggs, Nathan Staggs, Grace Blankenship, Gavin
Blankenship, Gage Blankenship, Javin Lane, Riley Lane, Katie Lane,
Jacob Jordan and Colby Jordan.
A Celebration of Life will be held at 2 p.m., on Sunday, May 1,
2016 at the residence conducted by Rev. Tony Parson, pastor of First Baptist
Church of Gold Hill. Online condolences can be made to the Hauer family at
www.carolinacremation.com.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2016, Salisbury, Rowan Co., NC, Obituary
Published in Salisbury
Post on Sept. 20, 2016
On Friday, September 16, 2016 Mary Bassett Zink, age 61, lost her
battle with cancer and has joined the stars in the heavens. Mary was taken to
Rowan Regional Medical Center, where she passed away. Born Nov. 12, 1954, in
Chapel Hill, she was the daughter of the late Dr. Joseph “Joe” Yarnall Bassett
and the late Lucretia Blankenship Bassett.
Mary was a graduate of Cullowhee High School in 1973 and studied
business administration at Western Carolina University, where she later joined
the bookstore staff. After moving to Salisbury, Mary was hired by UNC Charlotte
where she worked for the Office of International Programs for twenty years
until her retirement.
She enjoyed rock music, reading novels, doing various crafts as
well as spending time with her grandchildren, family, and pets. She will be
remembered for her charisma, straight talk, and endless sense of compassion and
humor.
She is survived by her husband of 28 years, Christopher Zink; her
son, Joseph “Joe” Christopher Bassett & wife Beth Wall-Bassett of
Cullowhee; her daughter, Katherine “Katie” Zink Miller & husband Jason
Miller of Mocksville; her sister Christine Bassett Bancroft & husband Perry
Bancroft of Cleveland, Tenn. She is also survived by her four grandchildren,
Joseph Bassett Jr., Juliet Bassett, Izabel Bassett and Mathilda Bassett of
Cullowhee. Mary was also looking forward to her fifth grandchild, as Katie and
Jason are expecting in November.
Friends and family are invited to celebrate the life of Mary on
Thursday, Sept. 22, at 5 p.m. at Summersett Funeral Home in Salisbury, NC.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2017, Salisbury, Rowan Co., NC, Obituary
Salisbury Post (NC)
- August 3, 2017
Margret Evon Jeffrey Hauer, 60, of Salisbury, peacefully passed away
Sunday, July 30, 2017 in Salisbury. She was born on Sept. 7, 1956 in Beckley,
WV.
In her spare time, she enjoyed painting and crafts, but most of all
enjoyed spending time with her grandkids.
In addition to her parents, Margret was preceded in death by her
husband, Charles Hauer; and son, Christopher Staggs.
Margret is survived by daughters,
Dezarae Lane and husband, Wesley Lane of Salisbury, Brittany Hauer and
boyfriend, Jonathan Maness of Salisbury and Toni Blankenship of
Indiana; grandchildren, Grace, Gavin, Gage, Katie, Colby, Jacob, Riley, Javin,
Olivia, Nathan; and daughter-in-law, Kerri Staggs of Florida.
There will be a memorial service held at 2 p.m., on Saturday, Aug.
5, at Margret's residence.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2017, Salisbury, Rowan Co., NC, Obituary
Salisbury Post (NC)
- October 6, 2017
Francis "Shorty" Bernard Freeland, 80, of Salisbury,
passed away Wednesday, Oct. 4, 2017 at the Lutheran Home at Trinity Oaks,
Salisbury, surrounded by family. He was born Feb. 13, 1937 in Steubenville,
Ohio to the late Francis and Mildred Rowe Freeland.
He was a member of Salisbury Christian Fellowship Church and he
worked as a tool and die maker in the steel industry. Francis was an avid
Pittsburgh Steelers fan and enjoyed playing golf and going hunting. Family,
though, was his greatest love, especially his grandchildren and
great-grandchildren.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister,
Lucinda Butler.
Francis is survived by his wife of 60 years, Patricia Louise
Freeland; two sons, Ralph (Debbie) Freeland of Israel and Danny (Erin) Freeland
of Goose Creek, SC.; three daughters,
Terri (Eric) Blankenship of Salisbury, Kathy (Jerrel) Whiteside of Magnolia, TX. and Cindy
(Todd) DeFelice of New Cumberland, WV; brother, Oliver (Judy) Freeland of
Weirton, WV; sister, Becky (Gary) McCaig of Weirton, WV; seven grandchildren,
Jessica (Jeremy) Casey, Rachel (Daniel) Thomas, Elizabeth DeFelice, Trey
(Brittany) Whiteside, Ryan Freeland, Michael DeFelice, Sean Freeland; and seven
great-grandchildren. Service:
A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, Oct. 7, 2017 at 2
p.m. at the Powles Staton Funeral Home Chapel, conducted by Pastors, Jim Howard
and Don Vess.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Eric
Doak Blankenship – b.13Nov1959 – Salisbury,
NC: https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:KY59-MD7
Relatives - Jessica Blandenship Casey, Lynne
Blankenship, Rachel Ann Blankenship, Terri A. Blankenship, Terri Freeland
Blankenship.
Harris
Co., TX, Birth: https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:VDJL-GJ3
Jessica
Lynne Blankenship, b.09Aug1981 – D/o Eric Doak Blankenship & Terri Ann Freeland
+2017, Salisbury, Rowan
Co., NC, Obituary
Salisbury Post (NC)
- December 5, 2017
Jana Lorene Bowman Annas, 86, of Salisbury passed away Sunday, Dec.
3, 2017 at the Laurels of Salisbury. Born Feb. 22, 1931 in Alexander County,
she was the daughter of the late Dexter Odell Bowman and Daphna
Blankenship Bowman.
Mrs. Annas graduated from Granite Falls High School in 1949 where
she was Homecoming Queen, and Lenoir Rhyne College, Hickory in 1962. She was a
teacher for 35 years before retiring, serving in the Rowan County, Haywood
County and Buncombe County schools. She was known by her students as Mrs.
"A". Mrs. Annas was a member of the First Baptist Church of
Salisbury, the Gold and Silver Club, the Children's Ministries and the Red Hat
Society.
In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her
husband, John Guthrie Annas on Sept. 4, 2012.
Those left to cherish her memory are her son, Michael Annas of
Salisbury; grandson, Miles Annas of Wilmington; and her sister, Kay Schmucker
and husband Jim of Hickory.
A Celeberation of Life Service for Mrs. Annas will be held at a
later date. Summersett Funeral Home is serving the Annas family.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2019, Salisbury, Rowan Co., NC, Obituary
Statesville Record &
Landmark (NC) - April 14, 2019
Dorothy "Dottie" Bell Truesdale, 79, of Salisbury, passed
away Thursday, April 11, 2019, at her home, surrounded by her family. She was
born March 21, 1940, in Winnsboro, SC, to the late Wayne Sidney Bell and Ida
Taylor Bell.
Dottie was a graduate of Statesville Senior High School and
Mitchell Community College. Known as a committed and hard-working woman
throughout her life, Dottie provided for her family by owning and operating
Travel Associates, Inc. for over 35 years. She also was employed as a
secretary/bookkeeper with P.S. West Construction Company and as a cost
accountant for Fluid-Flow, Inc.
Dottie had a passion for gardening and cooking she combined her two
favorite hobbies to create amazing meals and get-togethers for her family and
many friends. No occasion was too small for one of Dottie's epic celebrations.
Dottie was well known for her quick wit, her infectious smile and her kind and
compassionate spirit. Dottie's home was always filled with love and laughter.
In addition to her parents, Dottie was preceded in death by beloved
husband, James Wesley "Wes" Truesdale; granddaughters, Amelia and Grace Blankenship;
brother, Homer Lee Bell; and nephew, Michael Lee Bell.
Those left to cherish her memory are her loving daughters, Mandy
(Wendell) Brooks of Salisbury, Libby (Michael) Blankenship of
Virginia Beach, VA; brothers, Grady (Helen) Bell, John Bell; sisters, Patsy
Morrison, Lin (Ray) Detitta, Carolyn (Tim) Gossett; grandchildren, Sam (Ashley)
Brooks and Joe Brooks; treasured fur babies, Annie and Murphy; a multitude of
cousins, nieces, nephews and other relatives; and special angels of mercy,
Shelia Little, Crystal Pope Jessica Corum and Alisha Dallas. Family and friends
meant everything to Dottie, and she loved every member of her extended family
with all her heart.
The funeral service and burial will be held at 10 am, Tuesday,
April 16, at Salisbury VA National Cemetery, 501 Statesville Blvd., Salisbury,
NC, with the Revs Philip Tonnesen and Julie Tonnesen officiating. Summersett
Funeral Home in Salisbury.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Michael
D. Blankenship – b.19Sep1978 -
Virginia Beach, VA:
https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:KYM7-HF4
Relatives
– B. M. Blankenship, Betty Blankenship Villers, Cheryl R. Blankenship, Jack D.
Blankenship, Karen C. Blankenship, Libby Blankenship, Sara E. Blankenship,
Scott D. Blankenship.
+2018, Woodleaf, Rowan
Co., NC, Obituary
Published in Salisbury
Post on Dec. 2, 2018
Charles Wesley Blankenship, 92, of Woodleaf passed away
Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2018 at the W.G. Bill Hefner VA Medical Center, [Salisbury, Rowan Co., NC].
Born in Iredell County on Aug. 16, 1926, he was the son of the late A. G.
Blankenship and Mamie Call.
Charles was a veteran of the United States Army, serving for nine
years. He served in World War II and the Korean War and participated in the
Battle at Heartbreak Ridge. He received the World War II Victory Medal, Asiatic
Pacific Campaign Medal, Japan Occupation Ribbon and the Combat Infantry Badge.
Charles retired from the VA Medical Center after 30 years of service as Head
Dietician. Charles was a blessing to his family. After retirement, he dedicated
his time to agriculture, cattle farming and the outdoors. Charles was also a
devout Christian. He spread the word of God throughout his life and lived the
word he preached. He enjoyed farming and just being outside. While in the
hospital, he loved it when his special therapy dog “Sissie Lee Pooh” came to
see him. She would come dressed up in costumes and brighten the day for all of
the patients, doctors and nurses there. He loved her as much as he loved his
family.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Nannie Lou Blankenship.
Those left to cherish his memory are his sons, Calvin Blankenship of Woodleaf and Danny
Blankenship (Rebecca) of Salisbury; daughter,
Cathy Allen (Brian Sink) of Woodleaf; grandchildren, Starla Rogers (Brandon), Brian
Blankenship and Julia Blankenship.
Service: 12 pm, Friday, Dec. 7, 2018 at the Haven Lutheran Church
Fellowship Hall with the Rev. Dr. S. David Carriker officiating. Burial will
follow at Salisbury National Cemetery with military honors conducted by the
Lyerly Volunteer Honor Guard. Lyerly Funeral Home
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Rutherford
+2018, Cane Creek, Rutherford Co.,
NC, Obituary
The Daily Courier,
(Forest City, NC) - May 3, 2018
Charles Alfred Greene 81, of the Cane Creek Community went to meet
his Heavenly Father on May 2, 2018. Charles was a native of Rutherford County
and worked at Reeves Brothers for many years.
He was preceded in death by his parents Monroe Ervin Greene and Ester Mayo Cowan, a brother William Wilbur Greene and sisters Jean Brown and Thelma Blankenship.
Left to cherish his memory is sisters Betty Lane of Union Mills,
Jerolene Lane of Union Mills and Gladys Campbell and husband Jerry of
Rutherfordton, sister in law Jeanette Greene of Union Mills along with a number
of nieces and nephews.
A funeral service will be held on Friday May 4, 2018 at 4PM Cane
Creek Baptist Church, 151Cane Creek Mountain Road, Union Mills with Rev. Danny
Camp officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2016, Forest City, Rutherford Co.,
NC, Funeral
Published in Shelby Star
on Aug. 18, 2016
Lillian Blankenship Hudson, age 91, of Forest City,
died Tuesday, Aug. 16, 2016, at Hospice House of Forest City. She was a native
of Rutherford County, and a daughter of the late Myrtle Blankenship Head and
George Head, Sr.
The funeral service will be held at 12 p.m., on Thursday, Aug. 18,
2016, in The Padgett and King Chapel. Interment will follow in the Cool Springs
Cemetery.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2016, Forest City, Rutherford Co.,
NC, Obituary
http://www.padgettking.com/obituary?id=253366
Lillian Blankenship Hudson, age 91 of Forest City died Tuesday, August 16,
2016 at Hospice House of Forest City. She was a native of Rutherford County and
a daughter of the late Myrtle Blankenship Head and George Head, Sr.
Lillian worked for thirty years at
Spindale Mills where she retired in the Preparation Department and was a member
of the First United Methodist Church of Forest City.
She was preceded in death by her husband,
Lewis Avery Hudson.
Survivors include her daughter, Dianne
Hudson Muskopf of Euless,Texas, granddaughter, Cameron McManus of Charlotte and
grandson, Travis Stanford Greene of Rutherfordton as well as three
great-grandchildren, two brothers, Reid Head of Rutherfordton, Donald Head of
Forest City, four sisters, Fern Huntsinger, Pat Gettys and Helen Taylor of
Forest City and Shirley Holland of Rutherfordton .
The funeral service will be held at
twelve o'clock noon on Thursday, August 18, 2016 in The Padgett and King Chapel
with Reverend Dr. Neil Haynes and Andy Greene officiating. Interment will
follow in the Cool Springs Cemetery.
+2016, Forest City, Rutherford Co.,
NC, Obituary
Published in Gaston
Gazette on Dec. 27, 2016
Rosie L. Hunt, 90, passed away Saturday, Dec. 24, 2016, at the Fair Haven Home
of Forest City. Born March 5, 1926, in Rutherford County, she was a daughter to
the late Arthur Blankenship and Florence Franklin Blankenship.
The funeral service will be at 3 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 28, 2016, at
the First Broad Baptist Church, with the Rev. Charles Battle, the Rev. Kevin
Towery and the Rev. Robert Bradley officiating. Interment will follow in the
church cemetery.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2017, Forest City, Rutherford Co.,
NC, Obituary
The Daily Courier,
(Forest City, NC) - February 9, 2017
Mr. John W. Jones, Sr., 74 [1943], of Forest City, died Tuesday, February 7, 2017 at Oak Grove
Nursing Center, Rutherfordton, [Rutherford Co., NC]. He
was the son of the late Ralph and Kate Keever Jones.
John was the co-owner of Haynes-Jones Furniture Store for 27 years,
and was a member of Sandy Mush Baptist Church. He was a devoted father and
grandfather.
He was preceded in death by 2 sisters, Katie Lou Wells and Annie
Bell Robbins, and 7 brothers, Arthur Lee Jones, Pink Jones, Clifford Jones,
Jerry Jones, Charles Jones, Ray Keever, and Rev. David Jones.
He is survived by his son, John W. Jones, Jr and wife Rhonda, of
Spindale.; his daughter, Deborah Higginbotham and husband Jeff, of Forest City;
the children's mother, Ramona Jones Ross; 2 sisters, Emma Sue Ayers of Ellenboro, and Joann
Blankenship of Henrietta; 3 brothers, Bob Jones of Ellenboro, Perry Jones and
Ted Jones, of Forest City; 6 grandchildren, Sydney Powell and husband Allen,
Wesley Jones, Alana Bridges, Alec Bridges, Carrie Jones, and Caleb Jones; 2
great grandchildren, Quincey Powell and Emerson Jones; his sister-in-law, Linda
Jones; and his brother-in-law, Floyd Wells.
The Funeral will be conducted at 11:00 am Saturday, February 11,
2017 at Walls Baptist Church. The Rev. Perry Jones and Rev. David Philbeck will
officiate. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2017, Forest City, Rutherford Co.,
NC, Obituary
The Daily Courier,
(Forest City, NC) - October 24, 2017
Marjorie Gamble Waters, 80 [1937], died Saturday, Oct. 21, 2017, at Hospice House in Forest City.
She was the daughter of the late Eunice
Blankenship and widow of the late George L. Waters.
Survivors include her daughters, Angela Johnson and Anita Waters; a
brother, James Gamble; five grandchildren; and three great grandchildren.
A graveside service will be held at 2 pm. on Wednesday, Oct. 25 in
the Alexander Cemetery, Forest City.
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Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Forest City, Rutherford Co.,
NC, Obituary
The Daily Courier,
(Forest City, NC) - January 28, 2018
Mr. Henry Edward "Ted" Jones, 88, of Forest City, passed
away Thursday, Jan. 24, 2018 at Fair Haven Home of Forest City. He was born in
Ellenboro and was the son of the late Pinckney Ralph Jones and Kate Keever Jones.
Ted was a lifelong member of Walls Baptist Church where he served
in several positions. He was well known as a top automobile salesman at Beam
Chevrolet, and also worked with Bill Turner and W. B. Wilson. He began his
adult life working for Stonecutter, and ser ved in Germany in the US Army from
1951 to 1953, and in the reserves until November 1956.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife
Lennie Lee Atchley Jones; his children, Henry Edward Jones Jr., Sherry Jones
Bradley, and Judy Lynn Jones; his sisters, Katie Lou Wells and Annie Belle
Robbins; and eight brothers, Arthur Lee, Pinkney , Clif ford, Jerry, Charles,
Ray Keever, David and John.
He is survived by five grandchildren, Crissy White Wilson, Donald
Howard Bradley, Chad Howard Bradley, Tara Jones Palmer and Edward Lee Jones,
all of Ruther ford County; six great grandchildren, Hadden Wilson, Chase
Wilson, Alexandria Smalley, Gavin Palmer, Owen Woodard and Aliyah Bradley; his
two sisters, Emma Sue Ayers of
Ellenboro, and Joann Blankenship of Henrietta; and two brothers, Robert
"Bob" Jones and wife Wilma, of Ellenboro, and Rev. Perry Jones and
wife Joyce, of Forest City; a brother-in-law, Floyd Wells; and three
sisters-in-law, Linda Jones, Johnnie Sue Conner, and Geneva Wilson.
The funeral will be conducted at 3 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 28 at Walls
Baptist Church. The Rev. David Philbeck and Rev. Perry Jones will officiate.
The committal service will be held in the sanctuary. Burial will be in the
church cemetery.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2018, Forest City, Rutherford Co.,
NC, Obituary
The Daily Courier,
(Forest City, NC) - May 23, 2018
Betty Morrison Jones, age 85 of Forest City, died Friday at Oak
Grove Health Care in Rutherfordton,
[Rutherford Co., NC].
She was born November 2, 1932 in Rutherford County and was a daughter of the
late Ray and Elizabeth Wall Morrison.
Betty worked for Doncaster Tanner Companies where she retired as a
seamstress instructor and operator. She was a 1949 graduate of R-S Central High
School and a faithful member of Long Branch Road Baptist Church where she was a
charter member and served as the first Church Clerk. Betty was also a former
Sunday School Teacher and Vacation Bible School worker. Betty was a woman of
strong faith as well as a devoted and loving wife, mother, and grandmother.
In 1949 Betty married Robert Reid Jones, Jr. who was the retired
Director of the Ruther ford County Department of Social Services and together
they built a Christian marriage while raising their three children. Her
husband, Reid, died in 2002 and her son, Robert Reid "Bobby" Jones,
III died in 2016. Her sister, Martha Ann Yarborough and brother
James Morrison also preceded her in death.
Survivors include daughters, Lynn Sisk (Mike) of Rutherfordton, Lou
Anne Hutchins (Roy) of Rutherfordton, a brother, Charles Morrison of Shelby.
There are 11 grandchildren, Beth Archer (Jeff), Robby Jones (Kristina), Joey
Sisk, Kyle Sisk (Jessica), Nicholas Sisk (Ashley), Lindsay Chapman (Jordan),
Taylor Putnam (Daniel), Tyler Morrow, Kaytlin Hutchins, Savannah Hutchins, and
Destiny Hutchins, and 13 great-grandchildren,
Faith Archer, Luke Archer, Kylie Sisk, Emily Sisk, Easton Sisk, Ryleigh Sisk,
Eva Sisk, Reid Sisk, Gary Blankenship, Noah Blankenship, Seth Leslie, Cameron Sisk, and J. R.
Bryant.
Funeral services were held at 3 o'clock Tuesday, May 22, 2018 at
Long Branch Road Baptist Church with the Reverend Jerry Ruppe officiating.
Interment will followed in the Shiloh Baptist Church
Cemetery.
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+2018, Forest City, Rutherford Co.,
NC, Obituary
The Daily Courier,
(Forest City, NC) - May 27, 2018
Joyce Fern Head Huntsinger, age 82, of Forest City, died May 23,
2018, at the Hospice House of Forest City. A native of Rutherford County, she
was a daughter of the late George Head and Myrtle Blankinship Head.
Joyce retired from Marion Manufacturing where she worked for 40
years. After retirement she and Clayton enjoyed travel and camping all over the
southeast, was an avid Tarheel and Atlanta Braves fan, and followed the
Bluegrass Circuit attending singings.
She was preceded in death by her husband, George Clayton Huntsinger
in 2015, and a sister, Lillian Hudson, and brothers, Junior Head, Robert Head,
and Max Head.
Survivors include her brothers Reid Head and Donald Head, both of
Rutherfordton, sisters, Pat Gettys of Forest City, Shirley Holland of
Rutherfordton, Helen Taylor of Forest City; a number of nieces and nephews,
great nieces and nephews, and great-great-nieces and nephews.
Funeral services were held at 2pm Saturday in The Padgett &
King Chapel with the Reverend Mike Snelgrove officiating. Interment followed in
the Holly Springs Baptist Church Cemetery.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Forest City, Rutherford Co.,
NC, Obituary
The Daily Courier,
(Forest City, NC) - August 17, 2018
Mary Ellen Fortenberry Splawn, age 98, of Forest City, NC, went
home to be her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Thursday, August 16, 2018 at
Rutherford Regional Medical Center. Born January 11, 1920 in Rutherford County,
she was a daughter of the late Peter Bruno Fortenberry and Fannie
Mae Blankenship Fortenberry.
She worked for Burlington Industries for most of her life and was a
member of Crestview Baptist Church. Mary enjoyed quilting, sewing, crafts, and
drawing. Her greatest love was her family.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband
of thirty-two years, Howard Edward Splawn; infant daughter, "Little"
Mary Splawn; daughter, Karen O'Connor; son, Lemuel Splawn; granddaughter,
Brandy Splawn; grandson, Michael Splawn; four sisters and two brothers.
Those left to cherish her memory include two daughters, Rita Splawn
of Rutherfordton and Angela Scoggins and husband, Grover "Sonny" of
Mooresboro; three sons, Ronald "Rusty" Splawn and wife, Shelba of
Chase Community, Michael Splawn and wife, Suzanne of El Paso, Texas and James
"Jimmy" Splawn and wife, Rebecca of Huntington, Indiana and
son-in-law, James O'Connor of Raeford, NC. She is also survived by nineteen
grandchildren, forty great-grandchildren and nine great-great-grandchildren.
The funeral service will be conducted at 1 pm on Saturday, August
18, 2018 at the Harrelson Funeral Chapel with Reverend Kevin Rohm and Reverend
Jimmy Splawn officiating. Interment will follow in Holly Springs Baptist Church
Cemetery.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2018, Forest City, Rutherford Co.,
NC, Obituary
The Daily Courier,
(Forest City, NC) - January 17, 2019
Gene Morgan, age 82, of Forest City, died Tuesday, January 15, 2019
at Hospice of the Carolina Foothills. He was born August 22, 1936 in Ware
County, Georgia to the late Robert H. Morgan and Josephine Fitchett Morgan.
Gene worked thir ty-two years as a crane operator for Duke Power
and was of the Baptist faith. Gene enjoyed gardening and was an avid fisherman.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one son,
Keith Morgan and by two brothers, Hilton Morgan and Odell Corbett and a sister,
Dorothy Beverly.
Those left to cherish his memory include his wife of sixty years,
Frances Morgan; two daughters, Pam Toney and husband, Coleman and Wanda Clark
and husband, Tim all of Forest City; brother, J .F. Morgan and wife, Anna of
St. Cloud, Florida; three sisters,
Marguerite Boggess and husband, Bob of Crystal River, Florida, Willa Jean
Blankenship of Forest City and Reba McGinnis also of Forest City. She is also
survived by five grandchildren, Kevin Morgan, Brandon Toney (Jennifer), Natalie
Toney, Steven Mode (Taylor), Hayden Clark and six great-grandchildren, Ashton
Morgan, Kinsley Morgan, Owen Morgan, Kaylee Mode, Hailey Toney and Nate Mode.
A gathering of family and friends will be conducted from 3-5 p.m.
on Saturday, January 19, 2019 at Harrelson Funeral Home with a eulogy being
provided by Reverend David Bradley.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2016, Rutherfordton, Rutherford Co.,
NC, Obituary
http://www.cecilmburtonfuneralhome.com/?pagetype=obitlink&obit_id=1776684
Mary Elizabeth “Lib” Gault Warlick, age 101, formerly of Peach Street, died Wednesday
April 13, 2016 at Oakland Living Center in Rutherfordton. Born in Mecklenburg
County on March 12, 1915 she was the daughter of the late Conway Jackson and Dovie
Buff Gault.
Lib was a member of Hoyle Memorial United Methodist Church where
she enjoyed singing in the choir when she could. She was very active in the
Senior Center where she received the first 20 year volunteer pin. Most of all,
she loved her family and cherished her annual beach trips with them, and she is
up in Heaven starting a game of Skipbo.
In addition to to her parents, she is preceded in death by her
husband, Forrest Warlick; three children, Jimmie Forrest, Peggy Joyce Anderson
and Elizabeth Jackson, four brothers, C.
J. Gault, Bill Gault, Buck Gault, and Boyce Gault; three sisters, Louise Blankenship, Virginia Jolly, and Nelline Stroup.
Lib is survived by two sons, Robert Warlick and wife Laurel of
Spindale, and Philip Warlick and wife Barbara of Raleigh; a daughter, Jane
Griffin and husband Gary of Rutherfordton; a son-in-law, Dr. Joe Jackson of
Westfield; thirteen grandchildren, and fourteen great grandchildren.
Funeral service will be held on Sunday April 17, 2016 at 3:00 pm in
the chapel of Cecil M. Burton Funeral Home and Crematory with Rev. Denise
Kilgo-Martin officiating. Burial will follow at Sunset Cemetery.
From:
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+2016, Rutherfordton, Rutherford Co.,
NC, Obituary
Published in Shelby Star
on Aug. 7, 2016
Patricia Darlene Duncan, 63, of Tanner Street, Rutherfordton,
passed away Friday, Aug. 5, 2016, at St. Joseph Hospital in Asheville, [Buncombe Co., NC].
Patricia was born in Henderson County to Martha Blankenship McEntire and
the late Harry Corn.
Pat is survived by her husband Jerry “Gene” Duncan, Daughters;
Carla Estey and husband Jason, Gena Duncan, sons; Jerry Duncan, Mark Duncan and
wife Holly, Steven Duncan and wife Nyda, Tony Bishop and wife Shelly, seven
grandchildren, one great grandchild, her mother
Martha Blankenship McEntire, sister Brenda Crossman,
brothers Paul Shipman, Jonnie Corn, Ronnie Corn, and a number of other family
members and friends.
She was preceded in death by her father Harry Corn and one brother
Larry Shipman.
A celebration of life will be at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 7, 2016, at
Crowe's Funeral Chapel.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Rutherfordton,
Rutherford Co., NC, Obituary
The Daily Courier,
(Forest City, NC) - September 16, 2018
Daisy Lee Walker Yelton, age 81 [1937], of Rutherfordton, died Friday, Sept. 14, 2018 at Hospice of the
Carolina Foothills, [Forest
City, Rutherford Co., NC]. She was a daughter of the late
Clarence Walker and Colleen Terry.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her
husband Pinkney Reid Yelton; three sisters,
Ber tha McMahan, Winnie Blankenship, and Marcia Miller; three brothers,
Johnie Harrison, Bill Coffey and Roy Henry Terry and two grandchildren.
Survivors include her nine children, Wayne Yelton, Carol Tessnair,
Ronald Yelton, Marie Henderson, Denice Foote, Pinkie Tessnair, Bill Yelton,
Charles Yelton and Annie Head; one sister Madge Hooks; twenty-six
grandchildren, fiftythree great-grandchildren and four
great-great-grandchildren.
A memorial service will be conducted at 2 p.m. on Thursday, Sept.
20, 2018 at the Westminster Baptist Church. Inurnment will follow in the church
cemetery.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2019, Rutherfordton,
Rutherford Co., NC, Obituary
http://www.tributes.com/obituary/show/Hazel-Gibson-Blankenship-106887575
Hazel Gibson Blankenship, March 4, 1926 - February
28, 2019, Rutherfordton, North Carolina
Hazel is survived by: One Daughter:
Pamela B. Ruppe and her husband Jim of
Rutherfordton One Sister: Joyce Chandler and her
husband Roy of Rutherfordton Two Grandchildren: Angela Ruppe of Cairo, Egypt
and Andy Ruppe of Rutherfordton.
The family will receive friends from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM, Sunday,
March 3, 2019 at Southern Baptist Church.
The funeral service will be at Southern Baptist Church at 3:00 pm,
Sunday, March 3, 2019 with Reverend John Perry and Reverend Jesse Yarbrough
officiating. Interment will be at Southern Baptist Church Cemetery.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2019, Rutherfordton,
Rutherford Co., NC, Obituary
https://www.mcmahansfuneralhome.com/notices/Hazel-Blankenship
Hazel Gibson Blankenship, age 92, of Rutherfordton, NC, died Thursday,
February 28, 2019, at Hospice House of the Carolina Foothills in Forest City. She
was a native of Rutherford County and the daughter of the late Fred Gibson and
the late Gladys Lewis Gibson.
She was an active member of Southern
Baptist Church and loved to work in her flower garden. She was a homemaker,
worked in textiles and was a loving wife, mother and grandmother.
She was preceded in death by her husband
Claude Hicks Blankenship.
Hazel is survived by daughter: Pamela
B. Ruppe and her husband Jim of Rutherfordton, Sister: Joyce Chandler and her husband Roy of Rutherfordton, Two Grandchildren: Angela
Ruppe of Cairo, Egypt and Andy Ruppe of Rutherfordton
The funeral service will be at Southern
Baptist Church at 3:00 pm, Sunday, March 3, 2019 with Reverend John Perry and
Reverend Jesse Yarbrough officiating. The committal service will take place in
the sanctuary immediately following the funeral service. Interment will be at
Southern Baptist Church Cemetery.
+2016, Union Mills, Rutherford Co.,
NC, Obituary
The Daily Courier,
(Forest City, NC) - May 17, 2016
Mr. Wilbur Greene, 81, husband of Frances Jeanette Splawn Greene of
Hwy 64 Union Mills passed away Sunday May 15, 2016 at Hospice House in Forest City, [Rutherford Co.,] NC.
A native of Ruther ford County, NC he was born May 19, 1934 to the late Monroe
Ervin Greene and Ester Mayo Cowan Greene;
Wilbur was a veteran of the U.S. Army where he obtained the rank of
Specialist while serving with Company A 83rd Engineers
Battalion. He is retired from Reeves Brothers where he worked as a maintenance
mechanic and was a member of Cane Creek Baptist Church of Union Mills, NC.
In addition to his parents Wilbur was preceded in death by a
daughter Sandra Greene and sisters
Jean Brown and Thelma Blankenship.
Wilbur is survived by his wife Frances Jeanette Splawn Greene of
the home, their children — James Greene and wife Lisa of Bostic, NC; Ervin
Greene and wife Katherine of Rutherfordton, NC; Ronnie Greene and fiancé Beverly
McMahon of Union Mills, NC; Sharon Date and husband Terry of Bostic, NC. He is
also survived by his brother Charles Greene of Union Mills, NC; sister Betty
Lane of Union Mills, NC; sister Jerolene Lane of Union Mills, NC; sister Gladys
Campbell and husband Jerry of Rutherfordton, NC; brother-in-law Billy Splawn
and wife Brenda of Union Mills, NC; Ann Splawn wife of brother-in-law Jimmy
Splawn who preceded him in death. Mr. Greene also leaves eleven grandchildren,
ten great grandchildren and a number of other relatives and friends.
Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Tuesday May 17, 2016 at Cane
Creek Baptist Church 151 Cane Creek Mountain Road Union Mills, NC 28167 with
Rev. Danny Camp and Rev. Jerry Campbell officiating. Concluding services will
be held in the church cemetery with military honors provided by the Rutherford
County Veterans Honor Guard.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Union Mills, Rutherford Co.,
NC, Obituary
The Daily Courier,
(Forest City, NC) - April 18, 2018
Violet Ann Ward Blankenship Dowdle, age 83, of Union
Mills passed away Tuesday at Fair Haven Home Forest City, [Rutherford
Co., NC].
Violet was a native of Rutherford County, a member of Round Hill
Baptist Church, and enjoyed working in child care for most of her career.
Preceding her in death are her parents Grover and Beatrice Boone Ward; husbands Curt Blankenship and Earl
Dowdle; sister Sarah Allen and brothers K.B and Morris Ward.
She leaves to cherish her memory daughters Freda (Steve) Greene and Rita (Gary) Blankenship Conner both
of Union Mills; granddaughter Stephany Greene; daughters by choice Kay (Harry)
Deyton, Linda (Jamie) Conner and Patsy (Verno) Arrowood.
A service to celebrate her life will be held at 2 PM Thursday at
Crowe's Funeral Chapel with the Rev. Michael Jones officiating. Burial will
follow in the Round Hill Baptist Church Cemetery.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Scotland
2018, Laurel Hill, Scotland Co.,
NC, Obituary
The Laurinburg Exchange,
(NC) - January 28, 2019
Elizabeth Lee Morgan, age 84 of Laurel Hill, passed away on Friday,
January 25, 2019. She was born February 14, 1934 in Robeson County, a daughter
of the late Henry and Lula Mae Norton Lee.
Elizabeth worked as a dietician until her retirement. Elizabeth was
an excellent cook. She attended Peele's Chapel Wesleyan Church, and was a
participant in the Senior Games. Her greatest joy was spending time with her
grandkids and great grandkids.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother,
Marvin Lee; sisters, Virginia Schultz and Betty Louie; and a special cousin,
Louise Woods.
Elizabeth leaves behind her loving husband, Woodrow Morgan, of the home; sons, Anthony Morgan (Lisa) of Alvin, TX and
Tim Morgan (Dianne) of Laurel Hill; a daughter,
Tammy Blankenship
(Steve) of
Laurel Hill; five grandchildren; thirteen great grandchildren; and a host of
extended family and friends.
Funeral services will be conducted at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday,
January 30, 2019 at the Richard Boles Funeral Service Chapel officiated by Rev.
J.W. Williams. A private interment will be at a later date.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Stanly
+2017, Albemarle, Stanly Co., NC, Obituary
http://www.tributes.com/obituary/show/Joyce-B.-Blankenship-104484553
Joyce B. Blankenship, May 2, 1940 - February 18, 2017,
Albemarle, North Carolina
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2017, Albemarle, Stanly Co., NC, Obituary
http://stanlyfuneralhome.com/joyce-blankenship/
Joyce B. Blankenship, 76, of Albemarle, passed away Saturday February
18, 2017 at Stanly Manor in Albemarle. Born May 2, 1940 in Richmond
County, NC she was the daughter of the late Clarence Dewey Barmer and Annie Lee
Johnson Smith.
Joyce was an administrative assistant for
Sodexo at Pfeiffer University for 25 years and was a member of Amazing Grace
Baptist Church in Polkton, NC.
She is survived by her husband W. Jack Blankenship Sr. of Albemarle, one daughter, Pamela Bryant of
Charlotte, NC, one son, Kevin Hardison and wife Chai of Charlotte, NC, , two step
sons, Jack Blankenship Jr. and wife Amanda of Concord, NC and Chuck Dale Blankenship of Kannapolis, NC, one step daughter Rebecca
Leeper of Kannapolis, NC, three sisters, Shirley Smith and husband Richard of
Salisbury, NC, Carolyn Smith of Huntersville, NC and Phyllis Paul and husband
Johnny of Concord, NC, four grandchildren, Jordan Bryant, Jake Bryant, Harmony Blankenship, and Drew Hardison, and one great-grandson, Colby Mauldin.
A graveside service will be
held Wednesday, March 1 at 2 PM in the Salem United Methodist Church
cemetery. Rev. Steve Combs and Rev. Leonard Maske will be officiating.
Wallace
Jack Blankenship Sr.– b.07Jan1959 - Albemarle, NC: https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:KYGL-B5W
Relatives
- Annie L. Blankenship, Carol C. Blankenship, Grady C. Blankenship, Jack Jr.
Blankenship, Joyce B. Hardisonblankinship, Lon Blankenship, Lori T.
Blankenship, Lori Turner Blankenship, Nancy C. Blankenship.
+2019,
Albemarle,
Stanly
Co., NC, Obituary
The Floyd Press,
(VA) - March 20, 2019
Virle Rex Crockett, age 80, of Albemarle, NC, passed away on
Monday, January 21, 2019, at University Hospital in Charlotte, [Mecklenburg
Co.,] NC, after several medical issues. He was born on May 3, 1938, in
Tazewell County, VA, a son of the late John S. and Grace L. Hunt Crockett.
Mr. Crockett made his home in Albemarle, NC, after retiring from
Preformed Line Products. He enjoyed spending time with his granddaughter,
Ashley.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two
daughters, Etta Faye Crockett and Vera Robin Crockett Baldwin; one son, Robert
Craig Crockett; one sister, Gertie
M. Crockett Blankenship; and one brother, Franklin H. Crockett.
Those who survive to cherish his memory include his loving wife,
Alice Faye Nelson Crockett; one son, Rex R. Crockett and wife, Teresa Matney
Crockett; two brothers, Robert O. Crockett and James K. Crockett; eight
grandchildren, four great-grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews, and other
relatives and friends.
A memorial service will be held for Mr. Crockett at 2 pm, Saturday,
March 23, 2019, at the Hurst-Scott Funeral Home Chapel in Tazewell, VA, with
Pastor Randy Campbell officiating. Mr. Crockett was cremated and his earthly
remains will rest in the care and custody of his son, until his wife passes
into eternal rest and then he will be safely deposited with her mortal remains
and their spirits reside together in Heaven.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2017, Locust, Stanly
Co., NC, Obituary
http://www.hartsellfuneralhomes.com/obitlink?obit_id=2039734
Wanda Lee Blankenship, 83 years of age, of Locust,
passed away Saturday, November 25, 2017 at Carolinas HealthCare System North
East in Concord, [Cabarrus Co., NC].
She was born January 16, 1934 in Gaston County, NC, to the late William Elliott and the late Gladys Elizabeth Curtis Elliott.
Wanda was also preceded in death by husband, Joe S. Blankenship; and son, Chip Blankenship.
Survivors include son, Steve
Blankenship of Locust; daughter, Cynthia
(Vernon) Morton of Stanfield; sister, Lois Farmer of Greenville, SC; three
grandchildren, Dana Morton, Kandace Tarlton, and Daniel Tarlton.
The graveside service will be on Tuesday at 2:00pm at Sharon
Memorial Park, at 5400 Monroe Road in Charlotte, and will be officiated
by Pastor Gerald Baucom.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Stokes
2017, Pinnacle, Stokes Co., NC, Obituary
Fayette Tribune (Oak
Hill, WV) - October 16, 2017
Keith McKinley Lambert, 49, of Pinnacle, North Carolina, passed
away on Thursday, October 12, 2017, at his residence. Born September 2, 1968,
he was the son of Jenny Lambert (Waycaster) and the late Emory McKinley
"Bill" Lambert.
Keith loved his children and his family. He was an outdoors person
and loved the mountains of his native West Virginia. He also enjoyed hunting,
fishing, camping, and spending holidays with his family. When we pause to
remember Keith, we shall remember his sense of humor, that he never met a
stranger, and his love for his family.
In addition to his father he is also preceded in death by a
daughter, Emily Grace Lambert; and one niece, Kelsey Lambert.
Those left to cherish his memory include his loving wife of 26 years, Lisa (Blankenship) Lambert of Pinnacle,
NC; he was the proud and loving father to joys of his life, Kinley Marie
Lambert and Levi Cooper Lambert both at home; his mother, Jenny Lambert
(Waycaster); one sister, Kelli Lambert Wingo and her husband, Mark, of Smith
Mountain Lake; and one brother, Kevin Lambert of Key Largo, FL; one niece,
Kaleigh Lambert of Smith Mountain Lake; and three nephews, Kohl Lambert of
Smith Mountain Lake, Isaac and Tyler Lambert of Key Largo, FL.
Services will be 12 Noon Wednesday, October 18, 2017, at Tankersley
Funeral Home Chapel, Mullens, with Rev. William O. Tolliver and Rev. Dean Adams
officiating. Burial will follow in the Butterworth Cemetery, Speedway, WV.
Pallbearers will be Kohl Lambert, Kevin Lambert, Mark Wingo, Rick Tilley, John
Lowe, Wayne Martin, David England, and Clark Read.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2019, Walnut Cove,
Stokes Co., NC, Obituary
The Advocate,
(Baton Rouge, LA) - April 10, 2019
PORT ALLEN: — A 28-year-old North Carolina
man died Tuesday when he was struck by a car as he stood outside his vehicle
partially parked on U.S. 190 in West Baton Rouge Parish, State Police said.
About 10 pm, Frank Blankenship, of Walnut Cove, had parked his 1999 Saturn Vue straddling the
U.S. 190 eastbound lane and shoulder. For reasons authorities said they have
not yet been able to determine, Blankenship got out of his vehicle and stood in
the road next to it.
At that point, Carl Perkins, 55, of Baton Rouge, who was traveling
east in a 2005 Toyota Camry, struck Blankenship and the Saturn, Trooper Taylor
Scrantz, spokesman for State Police Troop A, said.
Perkins, who State Police said is suspected of driving while
impaired, provided a breath sample that tested two times over the legal limit
of 0.08%, State Police said. Perkins was arrested and booked into the West
Baton Rouge Parish Detention Center on counts of vehicular homicide and driving
under suspension, Scrantz said.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Surry
+2018, Lowgap, Surry Co., NC, Obituary
The Mt. Airy News,
(NC) - March 22, 2018
Mr. Robert Stephen "Bobby" Lynch, 76, of Lowgap, passed
away early Wednesday morning, March 21, 2018, at Forsyth Medical Center in Winston-Salem, [Forsyth Co., NC],
surrounded by his loving family. Mr. Lynch was born December 1, 1941, in Amelia
County, VA, one of three children born to the late Eartle and Alma Hall Lynch.
Bobby was a teacher at White Plains Elementary School and J. Sam
Gentry Middle School for more than 30 years and was a fixture with his favorite
hobby of rocks and jewelry every year at the Autumn Leaves Festival.
In addition to his parents, Mr. Lynch was preceded in death by a
brother, Jerry Lynch.
Bobby was a beloved husband, father, and papa. He is survived by
his wife of 51 years, Jean Dollyhigh Lynch of the home; a daughter, Stephanie
Lynch Shumate of the home; a son and daughter-in-law, Bryan and Lori Martinez
Lynch of Winston-Salem; seven grandchildren, Trista, Bryan, Ethan, Kayla,
Brandon, Brianna, and Ashley; six great-grandchildren, Maggie, Lily, Zoey,
Hayden, Ryker, and Kyleigh; and a sister,
Peggy Lynch Blankenship of Amelia, VA.
A memorial visitation will be held Sunday, March 25, from 2 until 4
p.m. at Blues Grove Baptist Church.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Peggy
L. Blankenship – b.30Jan1943 - Amelia Court House, VA:
https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:QJZD-8L1F
Relatives - Troy L. Blankenship.
2016, Mount Airy,
Surry Co., NC, Obituary
Published in Mount Airy
Newspapers from Jan. 13 to Jan. 14, 2016
Ms. Shelby Williams Spencer, 70, of Mount Airy, passed away Sunday,
January 10, 2016, at her home. Ms. Spencer was born July 28, 1945, in
Chesterfield County, VA, the daughter of the late Henry Theodore and Shirley
Thornton Holt Williams.
Shelby retired from the Commonwealth of Virginia Department of
Transportation.
She is survived by a daughter and son-in-law, Emily Diane and Shawn
Moneymaker of Chesterfield, VA; a son and daughter-in-law, Christopher Robert
and Shana Spencer of Chester, VA; grandchildren, Jacob Moneymaker, Austin
Spencer, Caitlin Spencer and Irelyn Spencer; a sister, Shirley Mae Hall of
Cana, VA; three brothers and sisters-in-law, Henry and Catherine Williams of
Dobson, David and Nancy Williams of Chester, VA, and Sammy and Carol Williams
of Chesterfield, VA; nieces, Vicky
Hall, Tammy Hiatt, Keri Williams, Theresa Meyers, Kim Blankenship,
Nikki Sprader; a nephew, Ben Williams; several great nieces and nephews and
also, great-great nieces and nephews; a special friend, Jean Harold and many
special friends and cousins.
In addition to her parents, Ms. Spencer was preceded in death by a
brother, J. B. Williams; a nephew, Michael "Pickle" Hall; and a
sister-in-law, Evelyn Williams.
A memorial service will be held at 3:30 PM Saturday, January 16,
2016, at Moody Funeral Home Chapel in Mount Airy, with the Rev. Jeremy Morton
officiating.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2017, Mount Airy, Surry Co., NC, Obituary
Published in Mount Airy
Newspapers from Mar. 10 to Mar. 11, 2017
Mary Perkinson (Eloise) Swann, age 88, of Mount Airy, NC, passed
away at Ridgecrest Retirement Community in Mount Airy, on March 9, 2017. Mrs.
Swann was born in Chesterfield County, VA, on October 1, 1928, to the late
Claiborne F. Perkinson and Mary F. Blankenship Perkinson.
Eloise was the youngest of 13 children. She graduated from
Petersburg High School.
Mrs. Swann lived in many different locations as she and Elmer began
their family. Hampton Roads, Virginia; Atlanta, Georgia; Memphis, Tennessee;
Jacksonville, Florida; Brandon, Florida; Lady Lake, Florida; Pinnacle, North
Carolina; and Mount Airy, North Carolina. Eloise was employed for 20+ years and
retired from the U.S. Federal Government – the Centers for Disease Control and
Occupational Safety and Health were her most rewarding positions. She was a
member of many Baptist churches throughout her life and a member of Haymore
Memorial Baptist Church in Mount Airy from 2006 until her death.
She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 57 years, Elmer
T. Swann, Jr.
In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death
by brothers, George, Orbie Keeler, Carlton, Jack, and Lawrence Perkinson;
sisters, Magdalene Mann, Janie Pond, Annie Perkinson, Virginia Halloway and
Catherine Vaiden.
She is survived by two sons and daughters in-law; David Randolph
Swann and Joy Drake Swann of Dobson, North Carolina, Scott Thompkins Swann and
Janet Peterson Swann of Holly Springs, North Carolina; three grandchildren,
Nathan Randolph Swann of Sherman Oaks, California, Jeremy Scott Swann and
Stephen John Swann both of Holly Springs, North Carolina; brother-in-law and
sister-in-law Bernard and Barbara Swann of Richmond, Virginia; caring nephews
and nieces, Jeanenne Billings, Dr. A. Wright Pond, Sterling Cummins, Amanda
Wells, Larry Halloway, Becky Peirce, Gary Perkinson, Mary Ellen Perkinson,
Lynette Engle, Jacquelyn Kreji, Timmy Sue Ott, Cathy Vacek, Kim Vaiden, Beth
Huffman, Anne Johnson, Janet Swann Shook, and a host of grand-nephews and
nieces, and great-grand nephews and nieces.
The "Celebration of her Life" will be conducted by the
Rev. Robert McCrary at Haymore Memorial Baptist Church in Mount Airy on Sunday,
March 12, 2017 at 2 p.m. Her body will lie in state in the sanctuary 30 minutes
prior to the service. A second service will be held on Tuesday, March 14, 2017,
in the chapel of J. T. Morris and Son Funeral Home in Petersburg, Virginia at
12 p.m. with Rev. Cory Honeycutt officiating, with her burial immediately
following at Southlawn Memorial Park Cemetery, Petersburg, Virginia.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2018, Pilot Mountain, Surry Co., NC, Obituary
http://www.tributes.com/obituary/show/Patsy-Blankenship-106687477
Patsy Blankenship, May 27, 1942 - December 21, 2018, Pilot
Mountain, North Carolina
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2018, Pilot Mountain, Surry Co., NC, Obituary
http://www.howellfuneralservices.com/obituary/patsy-blankenship
Patsy Carol Blankenship, 76, passed away December 21, 2018.
She is survived by her daughter, Linda
Malone.
Swain
2016, Bryson City, Swain Co., NC, Obituary
Published in Gaston
Gazette from Jan. 3 to Jan. 4, 2017
Ruby Jenkins Wiggins, 86, of the Buckner's Branch community, went
home to be with the Lord on Sunday, Jan. 1, 2017. A native of Swain County, she
was the daughter of the late Harvey and Dollie Ensley Jenkins.
In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by one
son Ronnie James.
She is survived by her children, Bobby James, Peggy James (Derry),
Gary James (Becky), Rickey Wiggins, Sandra Wiggins Cagle (Kenneth), and Susan
Wiggins Rogers (Charles); and numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren and
great-great-grandchildren.
The funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Crisp
Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will be in Blankenship Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be Ben and BJ Cable, Daniel Fuller, David Keever, James Rogers
and Charles Rogers Jr.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2016, Bryson City, Swain Co., NC, Obituary
Smoky Mountain Times
(Bryson City, NC) - January 5, 2017
Aldena "Deanie" Cook, 76, of the Kirklands Creek
community went home to be with the Lord Wednesday, December 28, 2016. A native
of Swain County, she was the daughter of the late Lawson and Florence Duncan
Stevenson.
She was a member of Holly Springs Baptist Church.
She was preceded in death by her son, Darryl James and her brothers
and sisters, Ralph Stevenson, Ruby Buchanan, Tommy and Donald Stevenson.
She is survived by her husband of 58 years, James Cook; her children, Duane Cook, Angie Maennle and
husband Frank, Sonya Blankenship and husband
Neil; grandchildren, Jessica
Cook, Ryan Edwards and husband Andy, Lauren and Matthew Maennle, Darren, Cameron,
and Arizona Blankenship; three great grandchildren, Grayson Cook, Jacey Taylor, and Dallas
Edwards; and her sisters, Mary Wike, Helen O'diear, Dorothy Chambers and Hazel
Cook.
Funeral services were held at 3 p.m. Saturday in the chapel of
Crisp Funeral Home. Revs. Tony Lambert and Eddie
Stillwell officiated with burial in the Holly Springs Cemetery.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2017, Bryson City, Swain Co., NC, Obituary
Smoky Mountain Times
(Bryson City, NC) - May 18, 2017
Donald Lee McGaha, 54, of Bryson City, went home to be with the
Lord, Sunday, May 14, 2017.
A native of Swain County, he was the son of Patsy Jenkins Maney of
Bryson City, and the late Donnie Lee McGaha.
In addition to his father he is also preceded in death by a
daughter, Christin Nicole Phillips and a son D. J. McGaha.
He is survived by his wife of 35 years, Beth McGaha; two
grandchildren, Alexis and Summer Phillips of Bryson City; his loving step
mother, Ellen McGaha of Bryson City; one sister, Darlene Burrell and husband
Dwight of Bryson City; two brothers, Danny Maney of Bryson City, and Aaron
Birchfield and wife Lisa of Bryson City; and several nieces and nephews.
Funeral Services will be held 2:00 p.m. Thursday at Mt. Carmel
Baptist Church. Revs. Tim Barker and Marty Pressley
will officiate with burial in Blankenship Cemetery.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2017, Bryson City, Swain Co., NC, Obituary
The Franklin Press,
(NC) - June 14, 2017
John Edward Parton, 60 [1957], of
Bryson City went home to be with the Lord Wednesday, June 7, 2017.
He was a member of Mt. Carmel Baptist Church and a former member of
Holly Springs Baptist Church in Franklin.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Fred and Bonnie Parton of
Bryson City; his sister, Barbara Parton of Tennessee; and his first wife, Laura
Colville.
John is survived by his wife
of 10 years, Wanda Blankenship; four sons, Stephen Parton of Bryson
City, Richard Parton of Asheville, Matthew Hampton and wife Brittany of
Cherokee, and Chad Case and wife Alicia of Whittier; two daughters, Kristin
Parton of Bryson City and Karen Parton of Charleston, South Carolina; 11
grandchildren, Kendra, Thomas, Thatcher, Holland, Caroline, Lauren, Cash,
Dayzee, Daisy, Lilly and Ace; and one sister, Patricia Parton of Bryson City.
A memorial service was held Monday at Mt. Carmel Baptist Church.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2017, Bryson City, Swain Co., NC, Obituary
Smoky Mountain Times
(Bryson City, NC) - September 28, 2017
Susie Mae Wiggins Clemmer, 94, of Bryson City went home to be with
the Lord Saturday, September 23, 2017 in a Jackson
County health care facility. A native of Swain County, she was the daughter of
the late Will and Marie Cooper Wiggins.
She was a member of Tuckaseege Baptist Church in Mt. Holly, NC. She
was active in church and sang in a group. She enjoyed crafts, sewing and
gardening. Mae was a warm, loving family member, friend and grandmother.
She was preceded in death by her husbands, Bruce Cunningham and
Lander Lee Clemmer; and her siblings, Carell Wiggins, Arnold Wiggins, R.L.
Wiggins, Velva Phillips, and Euestes Wiggins.
She is survived by her children, Gene Cunningham of (Glenna)
Cherokee, NC, and Randall Bruce Cunningham (Ginny) of Easley, SC;
grandchildren, Lisa Cunningham Black (Wes) of Cartersville, GA and Paige
Michelle Billings (Nick) of Hattiesburg, MS; great grandchildren, Neil Effler
(Katie) of Cartersville, GA, Priscilla Bringhurst (Joe) of Canton, GA; great
great grandchildren, Savannah and Cale Effler and Grayson; and her brother,
Will Wiggins, Jr. (Nancy) of Belmont, NC.
A memorial service will be held at 2:00 pm Saturday, September 30,
2017 at Mt. Carmel Baptist Church. Burial will be in the Blankenship
Cemetery.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2019, Cherokee, Swain Co., NC, Obituary
Smoky Mountain Times
(Bryson City, NC) - June 20, 2019
Nell Stephens Owl, 78, our loving mother, grandmother, sister, and
aunt entered Heaven's gates on Wednesday, June 12, 2019. She was born on April
7, 1941 in Lyons, Georgia and later made her home in Cherokee, NC.
Through the years, Nell has acquired several close friends: Fay
Ludwig, Wanda Hamlett, Jeanell Miller, Truitt and Willie Mae McCall, Sadie
Locust, Marilyn Allen, Elba Crane, and Ellen Bird.
Nell is now rejoicing with her husband, Robert Stanley Owl; parents, Leonard "Linton" Stephens and Annie Mae
Brown Stephens; brothers, Paul, Jack, James, and Lloyd Stephens. Nell was a
member of Cherokee Baptist Church.
Nell will be missed, but loved forever by all of her family
members: sisters, Blonnie Mae Williamson of Oak Park, GA and Louise Thigpen of
Lyons, GA; brother, Donnie Stephens of Sylvester, GA; daughters, Linda and Robert Arch and Lola and Ray
Blankenship; sons, Gerrelle and Annie Bazemore Owl and Jason and Hattie Owl;
numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren, great-great grandchildren, nieces,
great nieces, nephews, and great nephews, and cousins. We were lucky to have
her with us for 5 generations.
Mrs. Owl was laid to rest on Saturday, June 15, 2019. Graveside
services commenced at 80 Joe Owl Drive in the Owl Family Cemetery, Rev. Percy
Cunningham officiated. Pallbearers were Josh Owl, Israel Rodriguez, Zack
Winchester, Jonah Bird, Jarrett Bird, and Shephard Martin.
From:
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+2017, Whittier, Swain Co., NC, Obituary
Smoky Mountain Times
(Bryson City, NC) - July 6, 2017
Elizabeth Ann (Pan) Gass Bryson, 84, of Whittier, went home to be
with the Lord, Friday, June 30, 2017 with her family by her side. A native of
Swain County, she was the daughter of the late Marshall and Lillian Blankenship
Gass, and wife of the late Jack Dempsey Bryson, who passed away in
1986.
She enjoyed painting, gardening, and arrowhead hunting. She cooked
for Smoky Mountain Elementary School, and Tsali Manor, and also worked at
Qualla Supermarket. She was a member of Patterson Chapel Baptist Church. She
was an enrolled member of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians.
In addition to her husband and parents, she was also preceded in
death by one sister Wanda Sue Harris, and three brothers, Billy, Buddy, and
Junior Gass.
She is survived by three children, Jack Bryson and wife Elise of
Bryson City, Debbie Nations and husband Zeb of Whittier, and Charles Bryson and
wife Teresa of Bryson City; five grandchildren, Aaron Williams and wife Amanda,
Kevin Bryson, Laura Carson and husband Phillip Jr., Glenn Lowe and wife Lesea,
and Earl Lowe; six great grandchildren, Cody and Mason Williams, Damien and
Felix Bryson, and Emmarie and Hattie Carson, Garrett, Dawson, Andrew, and
Maddie Lowe; one sister-in-law, Jonell Gass, and several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services were held at 3 p.m. Monday at Crisp Funeral Home
Chapel. Revs. Rusty Wolfrey and Danny Lambert
officiated with burial at Union Hill Cemetery
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Transylvania
2018, Brevard, Transylvania
Co., NC, Obituary
Smoky Mountain Times
(Bryson City, NC) - January 24, 2019
Barbara Josephine Greene Maney, went home
to be with our Lord on Wednesday, January 16, 2019, at the age of 85. She was
born in Bryson City, NC on March 12, 1933
Barbara attended Swain County High School and resided in Pisgah
Forest, NC at the time of death. She and the love of her life were married in
1949 and moved to Brevard, NC in 1951 and resided in the area raising their
family the rest of her life. They recently celebrated their 69th wedding
anniversary.
Barbara was the anchor of the family and loved taking care of
everyone. She had a heart of gold and now is our very special guardian angel in
heaven continuing to care for us all. Her legacy will live on. She was one of 8
children and the first one to pass from this life. With a large family came her
belief in the importance of family. She was always a solid constant for our
family in tough times and would drop everything to help us. She suffered with
Alzheimers for many years but fought her battle courageously to the end.
Barbara is preceded in death by her parents, Dessie and Glen Greene
of Bryson City NC, and her daughter, Deborah (Debi) Fields.
Barbara is survived by the love of her life and husband of 69
years, Ernest Ray Maney of Pisgah Forest NC, three children: Sandra Odom
(Doyle) of Madison AL, Bruce Maney (Donna) of Brevard NC, Donna Duty (Michael)
of Cramerton NC, and son-in-law Jay Fields of Richlands NC. She is survived by
a large and loving extended family that includes many sublings, nieces and nephews.
Thus includes her seven surviving brothers and sisters: Juanita Milner of
Brevard NC, Evelyn Woody of Bryson City NC, Joseph Greene of Bryson City NC,
Paul Greene of Lincolnton NC, Bill Greene (Patricia) of Mt. Holly NC, Glenith
Price of Brevard NC, and Kathy Dehart(Elmo) of Bryson City NC. She was always
fond of saying she had 9 grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren, and 1
great-great grandchild. These include grandchildren,
Rene Watson (Scott) of Cookeville TN, Shelly Putnam (Marty) of Lake Toxaway NC,
Carla Blankenship (Britt) of Madison AL, Jennifer
Suttle (John) of Mt. Holly NC, Christopher Duty (Kate) of Cary NC, Nicole
Jewell (Andy) of Summerville SC, Heather Scott (Justin) of Richlands NC, Joshua
Maney of Dacusville SC, Ryan Odom (Allison) of Huntsville AL, great grandchildren: Cody Buchanan,
Austin Herndon, Ethan Herndon, John Mark Blankenship,
Mitchell Watson, Samuel Blankenship, Spencer Duty, Kayli Scott, Dylan
Watson, Katelyn Blankenship, Owen Jewell, Sarah
Blankenship, Davis Duty, Carter Duty, Landon Suttle, Karli Scott, Hadley
Gaskins, Caedan Suttle, and Caroline Jewell. Her great-great-granddaughter is
Lillie Buchanan.
Receiving was held at 10 AM on Saturday, January 19, 2019 at Crisp
Funeral Home in Bryson City, NC followed by the funeral service officiated by
Tony Oliver. Burial followed at Swain Memorial Park in Bryson City NC.
From:
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Union
+2017, Marshville, Union Co., NC, Obituary
The Enquirer-Journal,
(Monroe, NC) - March 3, 2017
Jeanene Blankenship Oxentine, 49, of Marshville NC,
passed away Tuesday February 28, 2017 at her home. Jeanene is the daughter of Frank
Blankenship and to the late Dorothy Hickman. She was born on May 11, 1967 in
Hollywood, FL.
Jeanene worked as an RN for over twenty years at Novant Matthews
Presbyterian Hospital.
In addition to her father, Jeanene is survived by her husband of 18
years, Eric Oxentine, three sons, Colby, Landon, and Carmeron of the home; brother, Scott Blankenship,
wife Rebecca, of Plant City, FL; stepmother,
Harriet Blankenship of Lake Placid, FL.
Funeral service will be held at Fairfield Community Baptist Church
on Sunday, March 5, 2017 at 3 p.m. with a visitation prior from 2 p.m. till
2:45 p.m. Burial will follow at the Church Cemetery.
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Frank
W. Blankenship – b.30Aug1934 -
Lake Placid, FL: https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:KL2X-C1J
Relatives - Harriet B. Blankenship.
Wake
2016, Cary, Wake Co.,
NC, Obituary
The News & Observer,
(Raleigh, NC) - March 23, 2016
Frances Lewis Lynch, 91, of Cary, passed away on March 19, 2016.
Frances was born on August 2, 1924, in Draper, VA, to the late Joseph Kent
Crockett and Lula Gay Howard. She was the eighth child in a family of nine.
She was a member of The National Beta Club and graduated High
School at sixteen. In March 1943, she began working for the Army Signal Corp in
Arlington, VA to translate Japanese messages. On September 24, 1943, she
married J. W. Lewis of Apex, NC.
She became a steadfast resident of Cary in 1954 and soon approved
of anything or anyone from "Old Cary". She was a Census Taker in the
Cary area for the 1960 census, and in the same year, she became a secretary for
NC State Men's Athletics. She retired in 1986.
On August 12, 1989, she married retired Colonel William J. Lynch.
Initially at NC State, she was the only secretary for all of men's athletics,
but most of her work was for Everett Case in basketball and Earle Edwards in
football. Over time, she worked for basketball coaches Everett Case, Press
Maravich, Norman Sloan, and Jim Valvano. While there, men's basketball won
national championships in 1974 and 1983. When coach Valvano became head coach,
she informed him that she wanted to be "hired not inherited". When
asked how she felt about Coach Sloan, she replied that he could "walk on
water". The next day, flowers arrived from Coach Valvano and a card that
said, "I can't walk on water yet, but I'm treading like hell". She
had great respect for the NC State coaches and felt a special bond with the
players, managers, and staff as if they were her family. For the rest of her
life, she maintained great enthusiasm and a fondness for her NC State friends
and experiences.
In addition to her parents, Frances was preceded in death by:
Husbands: J. W. Lewis (1983) and William J. Lynch (2013). Siblings (in age
order): Lillian Hartwell, Ruth Caldwell, Robert Crockett, Minnie Alice
Blackburn, Woodrow Crockett, Joe Crockett, and Sheldon Crockett – mostly from
Roanoke and Pulaski, Virginia.
Frances is survived by: Brother: Thomas Murphy Crockett of Draper,
VA. Sons: Larry and Jerry Lewis, both of Raleigh. Daughter: Deb Lewis Rateau of
Lilburn, GA. Grandchildren: Amanda
Lewis Blankenship, Randy Lewis, Gretchen Hyler Ting, Janie Hyler Gor, and Mikayla
Lewis. Seven great-grandchildren. Numerous
cousins, nieces, and nephews.
A funeral service was held on Thursday, March 24, 2016, at 11:00 am
at Brown-Wynne Funeral Home in Cary. A graveside committal followed at Salem
Baptist Church Cemetery in Apex, NC.
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+2016, Garner, Wake
Co., NC, Obituary
http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/newsobserver/obituary.aspx?page=lifestory&pid=183285567
Carl Jackson Honeycutt, 81, passed away on Monday [January 2, 2017] at
Rex Hospital. A native of Wake County, he was [born September 9,
1935] the son of the late Andrew Carl and Lida Baker Honeycutt.
Carl was a 1955 graduate of Cleveland High. In 1986, after many
years of working in sales he founded Triangle Sanitation Supply, Inc. of
Garner. Carl was a 55 year member of William T. Bain 231 Masonic Lodge and past
president of Wake Co. Shrine Club. He loved and enjoyed his family along with
many years of boating, fishing and porch sitting at Harkers Island.
He was preceded in death by his sisters, Letha, Vera, Beatrice;
brother, C.G. and a sister-in-law, Barbara.
He is survived by his beloved wife of 61 years, Sue Stephenson
Honeycutt; daughters, Carlette Moser
and husband, David of Siler City, Celeste Blankenship and husband, Johnny of
Raleigh; son, A. Scott Honeycutt and wife, Beth of Garner; sister, Marie Smith
and husband, Al of Raleigh; grandchildren,
Marshall Moser, III, Kevin Moser and wife, Amanda, Brythe
Blankenship, Haley Dozier and husband, Dakota, Arlie Honeycutt and Jackson
Honeycutt; great-grandchildren, Landon and Ava Moser; sister-in-law, Carolyn
Brakebill and husband, Jack; brother-in-law, L.G. Jones; numerous nieces,
nephews and special friends.
Funeral services will be 11:00 am Thursday at Bryan-Lee Funeral
Home Chapel, Garner. Burial will follow at Montlawn Memorial Park, Raleigh with
Masonic Rights.
From:
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Johny
Garland Blankenship – b.30Sep1959 – Raleigh, NC: https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:KYFR-YT9
Relatives
- Brythe E. Blankenship, C. Blankenship, Celeste B. Blankenship, Celeste
Honeycutt Blankenship, D. Blankenship, Esterlee W. Blankenship, Haley
Blankenship, Jr. John G. Blankenship.
+2018, Garner, Wake Co., NC, Obituary
The News & Observer,
(Raleigh, NC) - January 23, 2018
Alice Sue Stephenson Honeycutt, 79, of Garner left this world for
her heavenly home January 21, 2018. Born May 25, 1938 in Johnston County to
Jack Stephenson and Mozelle Massengill Stephenson, she was the oldest of three
daughters.
February 3, 1956, she married the love of her life, Carl Jackson Honeycutt at the young age of seventeen. She graduated from Cleveland
High School in June of 1956. Over the course of her life she worked at
Nationwide Insurance, East Garner Jr. High and Wake County Human Services. But,
her most prized accomplishment was her family whom she loved dearly. She was a
devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt and friend.
She loved fiercely, unconditionally and unselfishly.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 61 years, Carl
Honeycutt, her parents, her sister, Barbara Jones and her nephew, Dean Langdon.
She is survived by her children,
Carlette Moser (David) of Silk Hope, Celeste Blankenship (Johnny) of
Raleigh, Scott Honeycutt (Beth) of Garner; grandchildren,
Marshall Moser, Kevin Moser (Amanda), Brythe Blankenship,
Haley Dozier (Dakota), Arlie Honeycutt (fiancé, Evan Kidd), Jackson Honeycutt;
great-grandchildren, Landon, Ava and Madeleine Moser; sister, Carolyn Brakebill
(Jack) of Knoxville, TN; brother-in-law, L.G. Jones of Durham; sister-in-law,
Marie Smith (Al) of Raleigh; dear friend, Margaret Maron (Joe) of Willow
Spring; many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Funeral services will be held 2:00 pm Thursday, January 25, 2018 at
Bryan-Lee Funeral Home Chapel, 1200 Benson Road, Garner. Interment will follow
at Montlawn Memorial Park.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2018, Garner, Wake Co., NC, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV)
- April 10, 2018
Jerrold Edwin "Jerry" Ratliff, 64 of
Garner, NC, a former resident of Princeton, died Thursday, April 5, 2018 at his
residence. Born August 20, 1953 in McDowell County he was the son of the late
James Arthur and Mary Elizabeth Marushia Ratliff.
He was currently general manager of The Golf Academy in Garner.
Jerry faithfully served his country in the United States Marine Corp.
In addition to his parents, two brothers, Bobbie Joe Ratliff and
James Howard Ratliff preceded him in death.
Survivors include his wife, Grace Tarentino Ratliff of Garner, NC;
two daughters, Kristen Howell and
husband Jason of Dublin, VA and Erica Blankenship and
husband Merritt of Princeton; two grandchildren,
Paisley Howell and Cruz Blankenship; four sisters, Sarita Dozier and husband
Allan of Wilsonville, AL, Debbie Ratliff of Garner, NC, Tammy Allinson of Princeton
and Dee Dee Snider and husband Derek of Peterstown; one brother, Doug Ratliff
and wife Patty of Sebring, FL. In keeping with his wishes Jerry has been
cremated.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2016, Raleigh, Wake
Co., NC, Obituary
Published in The News & Observer from Mar.
16 to Mar. 17, 2016
Gary Alan Houghtby, 82, of Raleigh, passed away Friday March 11,
2016 in Raleigh. He was born January 17, 1934 in Adrian, Michigan raised in
Blissfield, MI, fourth child of Earl and Edith Drinkwater Houghtby.
Gary graduated from Blissfield High School in 1951 and from
Michigan State University in 1956 with a BS in Microbiology. He then received
his Master's degree from Michigan State University in 1959. Furthering his
education he went on to receive his PhD in Food Science\Microbiology in 1964
from the University of Washington in Seattle.
Gary served in the US Army, doing research at Walter Reed Army
Medical Center in Washington, DC, for 2 years. He worked for the Food and Drug
Administration in Seattle, and in Cincinnati, OH, where he certified state milk
laboratories in all US states and territories. Gary taught certification
courses to state officials, and supervised nation-wide split test sample
testing. After retiring from the FDA, Gary delivered flowers in Raleigh for ten
years, which he thoroughly enjoyed, except on Valentine's Day.
A quiet, gentle man with a wicked sense of humor, Gary was a
constant reader, and loved modern jazz. He liked to travel, loved the beach,
and enjoyed gourmet cooking and dining and fine wines. He was owned by many
cats during his lifetime. Gary married Jean Hetherington in 1982 in Batavia,
Ohio. Together they remained in Ohio until they moved to Raleigh in 1993.
He was predeceased by his parents and his brother Harlan Houghtby
of Jackson, Mississippi.
Gary is survived by his devoted wife, Jean Hetherington Houghtby;
his sister, Florence
Houghtby Blankenship of Issaquah, Washington; his brother William Earl Houghtby of
North Oaks, Minnesota; a special niece Natalie Houghtby-Haddon of Crystal City,
Virginia, and many loving nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. He
is also survived by his pal, Zeke the cat.
A Memorial service will be held at 9:30 a.m. at Brown-Wynne,
Millbrook Rd., followed by committal prayers at Oakwood Cemetery Raleigh.
From:
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+2016, Raleigh, Wake
Co., NC, Obituary
The News & Advance,
(Lynchburg, VA) - March 13, 2016
Stephen "Steve" Edward Blankinship, 74,
of Raleigh, NC, passed away on Friday, March 4, 2016, at Mission Hospital in
Asheville, [Buncombe Co.,] NC, with his family by his side. Born
on May 8, 1941, in Lynchburg, Va., he was the son of Edward
Berg and Evelyn Pleasants Blankinship.
Steve was a 1963 graduate of the College of William and Mary in
Williamsburg, VA. On August 22, 1964, he married Nancy "Pepper"
McFall in Front Royal, VA and moved to Raleigh where he began his career
working for Triangle Universities Computation Center (TUCC), SAS, and Triangle
Systems, until his retirement in 2006.
He loved to make 18th century reproduction furniture and to play
the violin, which he did at St. John's Baptist Church, Raleigh, for over 30
years. He spent many happy days at "the cabin" in Virginia, hunting,
fishing and being with his family. One of his favorite activities was being
outdoors and hiking in the mountains with his brother-in-law, Harry Gaines. He
was very active at St. John's Baptist Church, serving as a Deacon, Sunday
school teacher, church moderator, choir member, and doing anything else that
was needed. He was a warm, kind, compassionate, dedicated, fun and loving man,
and will be greatly missed by all of us.
He is survived by his loving wife of 51 years," Pepper";
a son, Charles
E. Blankinship and wife, Laura Hope, of Charlotte, NC; a daughter, Stephanie B. Walker and husband, Bryant, of Apex, NC; and two beloved granddaughters, Taylor Elaine McNinch,
and Sara Kate Blankinship. Also, a sister, Jo Ellen B.
Gaines and husband, Harry, of Mechanicsville, VA.; a brother-in-law, Charlie
McFall and his wife, Karen, of Richmond, VA; a sister-in-law, Jeanie M. Simar
and her husband, John, of Lawrenceville, NJ; an aunt, Geneva Blankinship, of Lynchburg, VA; a Very special
cousin, Judy Johnson of Raleigh, who was with us on the journey and helped in
so many ways; his caregiver and friend for many months, Teresa Chambers; he
also leaves many nieces, nephews, cousins, and very close friends who meant so
much to him.
A memorial service to celebrate Steve's life will be held on
Saturday, April 9, 2016, at 2 p.m. at St. John's Baptist Church, 1615-A Oberlin
Road, Raleigh, NC 27608.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2016, Raleigh, Wake
Co., NC, Obituary
Stephen (Steve) Edward Blankinship, 74, of Raleigh, NC,
passed away on Friday, March 4, 2016, at Mission Hospital in Asheville, [Buncombe Co.,] NC, with his family by his side. Born
on May 8, 1941, in Lynchburg, VA, he was the son of Edward
Berg and Evelyn Pleasants Blankinship.
Steve was a 1963 graduate of the College of William and Mary in
Williamsburg, VA. On August 22, 1964, he married Nancy "Pepper"
McFall in Front Royal, VA and moved to Raleigh where he began his career
working for Triangle Universities Computation Center(TUCC),
SAS, and Triangle Systems, until his retirement in 2006.
He loved to make 18th century reproduction furniture and to play
the violin, which he did at St. John's Baptist Church, Raleigh, for over 30
years. He spent many happy days at 'the cabin' in Virginia, hunting, fishing
and being with his family. One of his favorite activities was being outdoors
and hiking in the mountains with his brother-in-law, Harry Gaines. He was very
active at St. John's Baptist Church, serving as a Deacon, Sunday school
teacher, church moderator, choir member, and doing anything else that was
needed. He was a warm, kind, compassionate, dedicated, fun and loving man, and
will be greatly missed by all of us.
He is survived by his loving wife
of 51 years," Pepper"; a son, Charles E. Blankinship and
wife, Laura Hope, of Charlotte, NC; a daughter,
Stephanie B. Walker and husband, Bryant, of Apex, NC; two beloved granddaughters, Taylor Elaine McNinch
and Sara Kate Blankinship; and a loving grandson:
Justin B. Walker. Also, a sister, Jo
Ellen B. Gaines and husband, Harry, of Mechanicsville, VA; a
brother-in-law, Charlie McFall and his wife, Karen, of Richmond, Va.; a
sister-in-law, Jeanie M. Simar and her husband, John, of Lawrenceville, NJ; an aunt, Geneva Blankinship, of
Lynchburg, VA; a VERY special cousin, Judy Johnson of Raleigh, who was with us
on the journey and helped in so many ways; his caregiver and friend for many
months, Teresa Chambers; he also leaves many nieces, nephews, cousins, and very
close friends who meant so much to him.
A memorial service to celebrate Steve's life will be held on April
9, 2016, at 2:00 P.M. at St. John's Baptist Church, 1615-A Oberlin Road,
Raleigh, NC, 27608.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2016, Raleigh, Wake Co., NC, Obituary
The News & Observer,
(Raleigh, NC) - July 13, 2016
Mildred Blankenship York, 81, of Raleigh passed
away peacefully on July 10, 2016 in her home surrounded by her family. Born on
October 29, 1934 in Burnsville, NC; she was the daughter of the late Dolph and Ella Blankenship.
She married Edward Birl York on April 17, 1954 and together they
raised two cherished children. Mildred retired from the North Carolina Farm
Bureau Federation after 24 years, serving as the Secretary for three former
Presidents. She was an active member of First Baptist Church of Raleigh enjoyed
Bridge, traveling and spending time with her best friend, Bill George.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her three sisters, her
husband and an infant daughter, Karen Ellen.
Mildred is lovingly remembered by her son: Michael Fulton York and
wife Cindy, of Raleigh; daughter: Linda York Davis, of Wendell; grandsons:
Shawn Edward Webb, Shane Steven Webb, Gary Travis Keane, Andrew Fulton York and
Edwin Neal Guenther; brothers: Franklin
Delano Blankenship and wife Mary Ann and William Vance
Blankenship and wife Rose; and by other family and friends.
Services will be on Saturday, July 16th, 2016 at 2 pm at Mitchell
Funeral Home.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2017, Raleigh, Wake
Co., NC, Death
The Herald-Sun,
(Durham, NC) - May 9, 2017
Marilyn D. Blankinship, 68, Raleigh, died
05-05-2017
Arrangements: City of Oaks F. H., Raleigh.
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*2018, Raleigh, Wake Co., NC, Obituary
Published in the News-Leader
on Aug. 16, 2018
Edith
Maxine Blankenship, Raleigh.
Edith Maxine Blankenburg (nee Wilkinson):
Dec. 6, 1931 - Aug. 11, 2018.
Beloved wife, mother, and
grandmother. Wife of the late Ben Blankenburg.
Survived by children: Rita
Duncan (Tom), Carol Hahn, Tami Ellis (Sheldon), and Ben Blankenburg, Jr. (Amy).
Grandchildren: Jonathan, Elizabeth, Malicia, Nicolas, Emily, Zachary, Charis,
Matthew, Jaime, Paul, and Meghan. Great grandchildren: Aden, Ethan, and Olivia.
Graveside services Aug. 18: 10 am Greenfield, MO Cemetery.
From:
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+2019, Raleigh, Wake Co., NC, Obituary
The News & Observer,
(Raleigh, NC) - March 7, 2019
Michael Vincent Lombardi, 41, was born March 7, 1977, in Fairfax,
VA, and died unexpectedly on Thursday, February 28, 2019, at his home in
Raleigh, NC.
Michael enjoyed life to the fullest; he was happiest with his toes
in the sand and the sun on his face. Michael was an extremely talented chef and
loved cooking for family and friends. Michael loved his family dearly. His kind
and generous heart will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
Michael is survived by his children, Michael Vincent, and Raegan
Milan; his parents, William and Lois (Blankenship) Lombardi; his
sisters, Tracy (Roly) Rigual, Amy (Bob) Zambreny; his loving girlfriend Valerie
Little; and many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, and
cousins.
A Catholic Funeral Mass will be held at a later date.
From:
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2016, Wendell, Wake
Co., NC, Death
Published in The News & Observer on Jan. 14,
2016
Ann R. Blankenship, 88
[1928],
Wendell, died 01-09-2016.
Arrangements: Strickland F. H., Wendell
From:
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Watauga
2017, Boone, Watauga Co., NC,
Obituary
The Watauga Democrat,
(Boone, NC) - March 20, 2017
Clara Walton Winebarger, 67, of Hardin Road, Boone, passed away
Saturday morning, March 18, 2017, at her home. Clara was born December 22,
1949, in Watauga County, a daughter of the late Henry Monroe Walton and Frances
Richardson Walton.
She was a homemaker and a member of Hardin Road Baptist Church.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her
husband, Arlie Junior Winebarger; and one daughter, Melinda Rhymer
Clara is survived by one daughter, Lisa Baity and husband, Steve,
of Indian Land, S.C.; one son, Nick Winebarger and wife, Kay, of the Bethel
Community; three brothers, Thomas Walton and wife, Juanita, of North
Wilkesboro, David Walton and wife, Janie, of West Jefferson, and Dale Walton of
Jefferson; five sisters, Wanda Sue
Holman of West Jefferson, Kathy Watson and husband, Ronda, of Boone, Betty
Greer and husband, Roger, Joy Walton, and Pam Blankenship and husband, Gary, all
of Todd; and a special friend, Johnny Phillips, of Boone. She is also survived
by five grandchildren, one great-grandchild, and a number of nieces and
nephews.
Funeral services will be conducted at 2 o'clock on Tuesday
afternoon, March 21, 2017, at Hampton Funeral Home Chapel. Officiating will be
Pastor J. D. Walton and the Rev. Guy Testerman. Burial will follow in the Pilot
Mountain Baptist Church Cemetery.
From:
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Wilkes
+2019, Ferguson, Wilkes
Co., NC, Obituary
Archie Hall Blankenship, age 89, of Ferguson, passed
away Tuesday, March 19, 2019 at his home. He was born December 27, 1929 in
Wilkes County to Philo Hall and Josephine Gross Blankenship.
Archie was a member of Mt. Zion Baptist Church in Ferguson. He
loved the outdoors and feeding wildlife. He also loved spending time with his
grandchildren.
Mr. Blankenship was preceded in death by his parents; and brother, Ernest Blankenship.
Surviving are his sons, Barry
Hall Blankenship of Ferguson, Rev. Brian Keith Blankenship and
wife Alice of North Wilkesboro, Bobby Dale Blankenship of
Ferguson; daughter, Elizabeth
Ann Johnson and husband David of Ferguson; grandchildren, Deborah Eller, Tracy Hauser, Brittany
Blankenship, Justin Church, Brandon Blankenship, Brenna
Blankenship; great grandchildren, Kaylee, Halley, Levi, Leah, Chloe, Weston,
Archer, Jackson and Kinsley; brothers,
Travis Blankenship of Ferguson, Ralph
Blankenship and wife Sandra of Deep Gap; and sisters, Margie Mull of Cedar Lake, Indiana, Shelby Jean Blankenship of
Ferguson.
Funeral service will be held 3:00 pm, Sunday, March 24, 2019, at
Mt. Zion Baptist Church in Ferguson with Rev. Brian Keith Blankenship officiating. Burial will follow in the
Church Cemetery.
From:
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+2019, Ferguson, Wilkes
Co., NC, Obituary
https://www.reinssturdivant.com/notices/Travis-Blankenship
Mr. Travis Edward Blankenship, age 92 of Ferguson, passed away peacefully
Saturday, December 21, 2019 at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was
born July 16, 1927 in Wilkes County to Philo
Hall Blankenship
and Josephine Ann Groce.
Mr. Blankenship retired from furniture
manufacturing. Mr. Blankenship was a member of Dunkirk United Methodist Church.
In addition to his parents, he was
preceded in death by his wife; Mildred
Marie McNeil Blankenship, a son in law; Stephen Ayers and a daughter
in law; Teresa Blankenship.
He is survived by two daughters; Grace Dean
Greene and husband Alfred and Ann Marie Ayers, four sons; Gary Edward Blankenship and wife Connie, Paul Travis Blankenship and wife Tina,
Larry Dale Blankenship and Timothy
Clark Blankenship, seven grandchildren; Chad Blankenship, Michael Blankenship, Brian Blankenship, Bradley Blankenship, Drew Blankenship, April
Blankenship Shepherd and Adam Blankenship,
thirteen great grandchildren; Laken
Blankenship, Dalton
Blankenship, Amelia
Blankenship, Zaylee
Blankenship, Gavin
Blankenship, Ben
Blankenship, Charlotte
Blankenship, Zeb Shepherd, Cooper Shepherd, Kember Blankenship, Katlyn Blankenship George, Kason Shepherd and Carson
Travis Blankenship, a great- great grandson; Travis Brian Blankenship, two sisters; Margie Faye Mull of Indiana and Shelby Jean Blankenship of Wilkesboro and a brother; Ralph Blankenship of
Deep Gap.
Funeral services will be held 2:00 PM,Tuesday, December 24, 2019 at Dunkirk
Methodist Church with Rev. Kenny Bumgarner, Rev. Mark Reavill and Sister
Louella Marley officiating. Burial will be in Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church
cemetery. Reins Sturdivant Funeral Home.
2017, Hays, Wilkes Co., NC Obituary
https://prod4.meaningfulfunerals.net/fh/print.cfm?type=obituary&o_id=4091115&fh_id=13542
William "Bill" Franklin Laws, age 59, of Hays, died
Friday, January 27, 2017 at Wilkes Regional Medical Center, [North Wilkesboro, Wilkes Co.,
NC]. He was born September 5, 1957 in Caldwell County to Manuel
Herman and Betty Juanita Haigler Laws.
He was a member of Hearts A Blaze
Ministries. Mr. Laws was preceded in death by his parents; and his son,
Christopher Laws.
Surviving are his wife, Linda Wagoner Laws; daughter, Dustie Blankenship and husband
Jerry of Hamptonville; grandchildren,
Rosie Laws of Hamptonville, Montoya Laws, Christopher Laws both of Hays, Jazmine
Blankenship and Dominic Blankenship both of Hamptonville; brother, Manuel
Herman Laws, Jr. of Boomer; sister, Mary Ann Laws Ellis and husband Marvin of
McGrady; and aunts, cousins, nieces and nephews
Funeral service will be held 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, February 1, 2017
at Miller Funeral Chapel with Rev. Vivian Cain and Rev. Michael Triplett
officiating.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2017, North
Wilkesboro,
Wilkes
Co., NC, Obituary
https://prod1.meaningfulfunerals.net/fh/print.cfm?type=obituary&o_id=4261361&fh_id=13542
Donald Wayne Blankenship, age 65, of North
Wilkesboro, died Monday, June 12, 2017 at his home. He was born July 6, 1951 in
Wilkes County to Verlin and Holly Brown Blankenship.
Mr. Blankenship was preceded in death by his parents; and two brothers, Paul
and Ronnie Blankenship.
Surviving are his son, Anthony
Blankenship and wife Tanya of McGrady; daughter,
Victoria Blankenship of North Wilkesboro; four grandchildren, Kaylin
Blankenship, Jaidyn Blankenship both of McGrady, Christopher Coles,
Ariyanna Craig both of North Wilkesboro; brother,
Bruce Blankenship and wife Wanda of North Wilkesboro; sisters, Joan
Curtis of Millers Creek, Diane Doyle and husband Robert of Wilkesboro, Linda
Church of Las Vegas, Nevada.
Funeral service will be held 11:00 am. Thursday, June 15, 2017 at Miller Funeral Chapel with Rev. Dennis
Ball officiating. Burial will follow in Rock Springs Baptist Church
Cemetery.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, North
Wilkesboro, Wilkes Co., NC, Obituary
https://www.badgerfuneralhome.com/printnotice/Lilly-Jones/1o/0c/0q/0d
Mrs. Lilly Mae Lyons Jones, age, 74 of North Wilkesboro, died
Saturday, November 10, 2018 at Wilkes Regional Medical Center. Mrs. Jones was
born March 22, 1944 in West Virginia to the late Cody and Goldie Blankenship
Lyons.
Mrs. Jones enjoyed attending Cricket Baptist Church. Lilly enjoyed
making crafts and loved roses.
In addition to her parents she was also preceded in death by
brothers, Eddie, Lacy and Roby Lyons and sisters, Lenis Porter and Rosemary
Johnson.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM Thursday, November 15,
2018 at Badger Funeral Home Chapel by Rev. Randall Millsap. Burial will follow
in the Colvard Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
1940
Census, Browns Creek, McDowell Co., WV,
Lyons,
Cody 36, M, WV,
Head,
Lyons,
Goldie 33, F, WV,
Wife,
Lyons,
Linis 15, F, WV,
Dau,
Lyons,
Robey 13, M, WV, Son,
Lyons,
Lacy 08, M, WV,
Son,
Lyons,
Lucy 07, F, WV,
Dau,
https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:K7CB-YB9
+2016, Wilkesboro, Wilkes Co., NC, Obituary
Amanda Michelle Shew, age 28, gained her angel wings on Sunday,
June 19, 2016 with family by her side. She was born March 23, 1988 in Forsyth
County to Robert Steven Shew and Tina Blankenship.
Ms. Shew was preceded in death by her paternal grandfather, Henry
Walter Shew; maternal grandparents, William
Ernest "Crappaw" Blankenship and Brenda
Mitchell Blankenship and maternal great grandmother, Ailene Mitchell.
Surviving are her father, Robert Steven Shew of North Wilkesboro; mother and step father, Tina Blankenship
Poe and Timothy Poe of North Wilkesboro; brother, Steven Shew and wife
Lori of North Wilkesboro; step brother, Chris Poe and wife Angie of Fleetwood;
step sister, Franny Poe Adams and Willie Richardson of Warrensville; paternal
grandmother, Sally Shew of North Wilkesboro; nieces and nephews, Kaitlyn Adams,
Liam Shew, Luke Richardson, Noah Richardson; many aunts, uncles, cousins; and a
large extended family, along with the many loving caregivers and hearts she
touched along the way.
A celebration of life will be held 3:00 p.m. Saturday, June 25,
2016 at Fishing Creek Baptist Church.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Wilson
+2019, Lucama, Wilson Co., NC, Obituary
Johnstonian News
(Kenly, NC) - December 2, 2019
Herbert Lee Blankenship Jr., 84 [July 27 1935], of
Lucama, died Saturday, Nov. 30, 2019.
Arrangements are by Kenly Funeral Service.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2019, Lucama, Wilson Co., NC, Obituary
https://www.kenlyfs.com/obituaries/Herbert-Lee-Blankenship-Jr?obId=9293535#/obituaryInfo
Herbert Lee Blankenship, Jr., 84, passed away on Saturday, November 30, 2019. He
was born in Wyoming County, WV on July 27, 1935 to the late Herbert L. Blankenship, Sr. and Ora
Richardson Blankenship.
After his relocation to North Carolina,
Herbert owned several country stores in the Lucama-Kenly area. In his spare
time, Herbert enjoyed working on cars, cutting his grass, and working in the
yard.
In addition to his parents, he was
preceded in death by his wife of 35 years, Mary Louise Blankenship; sisters, Myrtle Adkins, Loretta Minton, Betty Royce, Mildred Quesenberry; and an infant sister,
Ruby Blankenship.
Herbert is survived by his daughters,
Penny
Markulis of Carolina Shores, Karen Renfrow and husband, Randy of Fremont;
grandchildren, Jennifer Rhines and husband, Brad, Steven Markulis, Garrett
Renfrow; great grandchildren, Kallie and Grayson Rhines; brother, Harold Blankenship of IL; sisters, Charlotte Powell of WV, Joanne Chapman of OH; and his daughters in heart, Debbie
Baker and Vicki Wertz.
Funeral service will be held at 2:00 pm,
on Wednesday, December 4, 2019, at Moore’s Chapel Pentecostal Holiness Church
in Kenly. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Kenly
Funeral Service of Kenly.
Yadkin
+2018, Yadkinville, Yadkin Co., NC, Obituary
Coal Valley News
(Madison, WV) - June 6, 2018
Sheila J. Maynard, 75, of Yadkinville, NC, passed away in her sleep
at her home on Monday, June, 4, 2018. She was born on December 9, 1942, in
Rockville, Conn., the daughter of the late Frances Donald Goodine and Marcia Elizabeth Linnell Goodine Reed.
Sheila was the Human Resource Director/Executive secretary of
Logan-Mingo Area Mental Health Inc. from 1980 until her retirement in 2016. She
was a member of the Board of Directors of the agency from 2016 to present. She
was a member and Elder of The First Presbyterian Church of Logan, West
Virginia.
She was preceded in death by her husband, William Russell (Blankenship) Maynard, in 2001.
She is survived by her children, Dianna (Troy) Roark, Joe (Kim)
Maynard, Debi (Kenny) Cates and Julie (Pat) Kennedy; 11 grandchildren, Tiffany
(Mike Jr.) Wall, Benjamin (Brittany) Roark, Jerica (Matt) Nichols, Zach
Maynard, William (Autumn) Maynard, Stephanie Maynard, Stacy (Jeff) Bell, PJ,
Sandy, Kim and Tracy; and 18 great-grandchildren, Campbell and Fischer Wall,
Paisley Roark, Connor Nichols and 14 others; two brothers, Steven Goodine and
Rev. David (Elizabeth) Goodine; a sister, Joanne (Jim) Klug; special friends,
Sherry Church and Norma Thompson, along with many others.
A celebration of life memorial service will be conducted on
Saturday, June 9, 2018, at 3 p.m. from Gentry Family Funeral Chapel with her
brother officiating, Rev. David Goodine.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
1940
Census, Logan District, Logan Co., WV,
Maynard,
Abe 46, M, WV, Head,
Maynard,
Effie 44, F, WV, Wife,
Maynard,
Arthur 21, M, WV, Son,
Maynard,
Rokie 19, F, WV, Dau,
Maynard,
Gladys 17, F, WV, Dau,
Maynard,
Abe W. 16, M, WV, Son,
Maynard,
Gene 13, M, WV, Son,
Maynard,
Flora O'Dell 08, F, WV, Dau,
Maynard,
Freda 07, F, WV, Dau,
Maynard,
Billie Juanita 05, F, WV, Dau,
Maynard,
Billie Russell 00, M, WV, GSon,
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Yancey
2016, Burnsville,
Yancey Co., NC, Obituary
Published in the Asheville
Citizen-Times on Feb. 9, 2016
Wilma "Bill" Fender Wilson, age 98, of the Bald Mountain
Community, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, February 1st, 2016 at her
home surrounded by her loving family. A native of Yancey County, she was a
daughter of the late Ambers and Martha McCurry Fender.
She was the wife of the late Lester Wilson, who passed away in
1993. She was also preceded in death by daughters: Rita McCurry, who passed
away in 1997 and Louise Randolph, who passed away in 2006; a granddaughter,
Gail Anderson who passed away in 1997; sisters:
Myrtle Williams, Burle Wilson and Harriett Blankenship and
brothers: Gaither, McKinnley, Levi, Charlie and Chap Fender.
She was a member of Bald Mountain Freewill Baptist Church who loved
gardening, her flowers and visiting with friends.
Surviving is her daughter, Diane Murphy and husband, Jerry, of
Huntdale; sons: Ken Wilson and wife, Debbie, of Waynesville and Glenn Wilson
and wife, Phyllis, of Bald Mountain; grandchildren: Denny Wilson, Linda
Randolph, Mickey Randolph, Melanie Fender, Sandra Wilson, Sharon Setzer and
Jean Mathis and great-grandchildren: Luke Wilson and Brittany Anderson. Several
nieces and nephews also survive.
Funeral services were held at 8 p.m. on Wednesday, February 3rd in
the Chapel of Yancey Funeral Services. Brother Dayton Lewis officiated.
Graveside services were held at 10 a.m. Saturday, February 6th in the Fender
Cemetery.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Burnsville,
Yancey Co., NC, Death
Published in the Asheville
Citizen-Times on Jan. 9, 2019
Jerome Alvin Blankenship, 80, 07-Jan,, Burnsville
Holcombe Brothers Funeral
Home.
From:
Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Burnsville,
Yancey Co., NC, Obituary
https://www.holcombebrothers.com/notices/Jerome-Blankenship
Jerome
Alvin Blankenship, May 9, 1938 ~ January 7, 2019 (age 80).
Jerome Alvin Blankenship, 80, of the Pensacola community, passed away
Monday, January 7, 2019, at St. Josephs Hospital, [Asheville, Buncombe Co., NC]. A native of Yancey County, he was a son
of the late Ray and Osie Atkins Blankenship.
Jerome was an avid bear hunter and a life
time member of Cane River Hunting Club, of which he served as vice president.
He worked a variety of jobs including 12 years with the U. S. Forest Service.
Jerome was a US Navy Veteran. He loved his family and friends and bluegrass
music. Jerome will be greatly missed in the Pensacola community.
Jerome was also preceded in death by a brother
and sister-in-law: Roy and Judy
Ogle Blankenship; and, nephew: Douglas Blankenship.
Surviving are his wife of 58
years: Pauline Penland Blankenship; children: Reamona Thomason and husband, Clyde, Ray Blankenship
and wife, Susan, Vickie
Elkins and husband, Stacy, and Donna Donlon and husband, Jim; grandchildren: Alan
and Brandon Thomason, Caroline Ray and Frank Blankenship, Kyle, Ryan and Lacy Elkins, Christine Donlon and
Allison Sanchez; 5 great grandchildren and 1 expectant; siblings: Gene Blankenship
and wife, Linda, David Blankenship and wife, Eloise, and Raylene
Anglin and husband, Ralph.
A graveside service will be held at 1pm,
Wednesday in the Garrett Ray Cemetery. His sons-in-laws, Rev. Clyde Thomason
and Rev. Stacy Elkins, will officiate.
+2018, Burnsville,
Yancey Co., NC, Obituary
https://www.yanceyfuneralservice.com/notices/Lewis-Blankenship
Lewis David Blankenship, age 81, of the Scronce Creek Community, went home
to be with the Lord on Monday, July 22nd, 2019 at his home. A native of Madison County, he was a son of
the late MM and Zettie Davis Blankenship.
He was also preceded in death by a daughter,
Kathy
Thompson.
Lewis was an amazing and compassionate
person who loved his wife, children and grandchildren. He enjoyed working outside, gardening, hiking
and watching western movies.
Surviving is his loving wife
of 25 years, Lola Mae Pate Blankenship; daughters: Patricia Gaddy and husband, Mark, of Swannanoa
and Angela Gouge and fiancé, Robert, of Burnsville; son, James Gouge and wife,
Kelly, of Candler; grandchildren: Jamie
Thompson, Kassie Thompson, Brandy Allen, Nicholas Hill, Eric Moore, Jessica
Surratt, Ashley Surratt and Rebecca Gouge; several great-grandchildren; sisters: Fannie Stone of Lookout Mountain, GA and Nola Harkness of
Florida and brother, James
Blankenship and wife, Maxine, of Kingsport, TN. Several nieces and nephews also survive.
Funeral services will be held at 3
pm, on Thursday, July 25, in the Chapel of Yancey Funeral Services. Rev. Jerry Shelton will officiate. Private inurnment will be held at a later
date.
+2019, Burnsville,
Yancey Co., NC, Obituary
https://www.holcombebrothers.com/notices/Kathleen-Whitehead
Kathleen Cora (Blankenship) Whitehead: August 26, 1945 ~ January 20, 2019.
Kathleen Cora Whitehead, 73, of the Low Gap community, went home to be with
the Lord, Sunday, January 20, 2019, at home surrounded by her family. A lifetime resident of Yancey County, she was
a daughter of the late Alvin and Lucille Arrowood Blankenship.
Kathleen was a member of Low Gap Free
Will Baptist Church. She was a devoted
wife, loving mother, grandmother and great grandmother.
She was the wife of J. M. Whitehead who
died in April 30, 1998.
Surviving are her 2 sons: Ronnie Whitehead and wife, Tracy, and Jamie
Whitehead and wife, Tina; 4 grandchildren:
Megan Rose and husband, Alex, Nicole, Little J. M. and Dakota; 2 great
grandchildren: Axel and Cora, all of
Burnsville; 3 brothers: Zeke Blankenship
and wife, Elizabeth, of Colorado, Govan
Blankenship and wife, Norma Jean, of Marshall, and Carl Blankenship of
Pensacola; 2 sisters: Bernice
McMahan and Maxine
Scott; her mother-in-law: Nadine Tankersly of Big Stone Gap, VA;
brother-in-law: H. C. Whitehead and
wife, Barbara, of South Toe; sister-in-law:
Debby Riggs and husband, Tim, of Gate City, VA; and a very special
friend: Sandy Waldrop.
Funeral services will be held at 2 pm, on
Wednesday, in the Chapel of Holcombe Brothers Funeral Home. Revs. Blaine Whitson,
Stanley McMahan and Brian Blankenship will officiate. Burial will follow in the Eddie McMahan
Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Hubert
Whitehead, Alex Rose, Randy Ray, Doug Higgins, Mark Robinson, J. M. and Dakota.
+2019, Shoal Creek, Yancey
Co., NC, Obituary
David Lee Blankenship, 73, of Shoal Creek, passed away Friday, December
27, 2019, at his home. A native of
Yancey County, he was a son of the late Ray
and Osie Atkins Blankenship.
David was a deacon and superintendent of
Pilgrims Chapel Free Will Baptist Church.
He was a retired trucker and was loved by all who knew him.
David was also preceded in death by brothers: Roy and Jerome
Blankenship.
Surviving are
his wife of 54 years: Eloise Hughes Blankenship; a daughter:
Brandy Blankenship and a grandson: Tyler
Blankenship, both of Leicester; a sister: Raylene Anglin and husband, Ralph; and a brother: Gene
Blankenship and wife, Linda, all of Burnsville. Several nieces and nephews also survive.
Funeral services will be held at 2 pm,
Sunday, in the Chapel of Holcombe Brothers Funeral Home. Revs. Russell Hughes
and Ronnie Whitson will officiate.
Burial will follow in the Hughes Cemetery on Shoal Creek.
+2016, Swiss, Yancey
Co., NC, Obituary
https://www.yanceyfuneralservice.com/notices/Wille-Morris
Willie E. Morris, age 83, of the Swiss Community, went home to be
with the Lord on Friday, September 9th, 2016.
She was a native of Yancey County.
Willie was the daughter of the late John
Lee and Della Blankenship.
She was also preceded in death by her
husband of 63 years, William J. Morris; sisters: Dollie Blankenship, Agnes
Banks and brothers: Don, Kenneth and Clarence
Blankenship.
She is survived by Sharron and Wayne
Stroud of Yancey County and several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held at 2 pm, on
Monday, September 12, in the Chapel of Yancey Funeral Services. Rev. David Wilcox will officiate. Burial will follow in the Chandler Cemetery.