2013-2014, OH, Compiled by James W. Blankenship jkblank1(at)sbcglobal.net
Allen
2013, Lima, Allen Co., OH, Obituary
The Lima News, (OH) - June 28, 2013
Rometa G. Blankenship, 74, died at 1 p.m. June 27, 2013, at Lima Memorial Health System.
She was born Feb. 25, 1939, in Neola, W.Va., to Wyatt Hull and Glee Watson Hull
Trainer, who preceded her in death. On June 1, 1957, she married Ernest Blankenship, who survives.
Mrs. Blankenship attended Southeast Church of Christ. She was a
graduate of White Sulphur Springs High School in West Virginia. She was a
homemaker who enjoyed spending time with her family. She was an avid reader and
enjoyed listening to country and gospel music. She was a loving wife, mother
and grandmother who will be deeply missed.
Survivors also include three children,
David Blankenship, of Lima, Pamela
(Randy) Bowers, of Lafayette, and Duane (Debi) Blankenship , of Elida; five grandchildren,
Christie (Bill) Howard, of Lima, Tony Bowers, of Lafayette, Ashley Blankenship and Amber Blankenship ,
both of Lima, and Blaine
Blankenship , of Lafayette;
two step granddaughters, Abigail and Sierra Fromm; three sisters, Faye VanBuren,
Bonnie Rider and Cindy Sabota, all of West Virginia; three brothers, Gordon
Hull, of Virginia, Bob Hull, of Pennsylvania, and Roger Trainer, of West
Virginia; and several nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her step father, Robert Trainer; two
brothers, Bill Hull and Butch Trainer; three sisters, Jeannie Hull, Sharon Hull
and Omagale Hull; and a daughter, Janet Lynn Blankenship.
Services will begin at 11 a.m. Monday at Chiles-Laman Funeral &
Cremation Services, Eastside Chapel. Arnold Wright and Arthur Smith will
officiate. Interment will be in Memorial Park Cemetery Mausoleum.
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2013, Lima, Allen Co., OH, Obituary
Princeton Times (WV) - October 25, 2013
Deceased Name:
Rayes Ramos
Rayes Ramos, age 86, of Lima died 4:10 p.m., Saturday, August 17,
2013 at Van Crest Health Care Center [Delphos, Allen Co., OH]. He was born July 28, 1927 in Raleigh
County, West Virginia to Arcadia and Ethel Ferrell Ramos, who preceded him in
death.
He married Bonnie Louise Ross who also preceded him in death. Mr.
Ramos had worked with Watch TV and enjoyed spending time with his
grandchildren.
Survivors include a brother: Glenn (Lucille) Ramos; two sisters: Phyllis (Pete) Blankenship and Frankie (Jack) Vaughn; three
grandchildren: Carla Marie (Shawn) Crawford, Elizabeth (Ryan) Williams and
Frank Carl (Terri) Ramos; 12 great-grandchildren and two
great-great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by a son, Frank Carl Ramos; three
brothers: Randall, Raymond and Mike Ramos; and two sisters: Brenda Phillips and
Jean Frazier.
Memorial graveside services will be held 1:00 p.m., Tuesday,
October 29 at Roselawn Memorial Gardens, 450 Courthouse Road, Princeton, WV.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Lima, Allen Co., OH, Obituary
Published in The Lima News from Mar. 1 to Mar.
2, 2014
Jaunita F. "Nita" Hollar, 84, passed away at 12:20 p.m.
February 27, 2014 at her home peacefully with her family by her side. She was
born on January 1, 1930 in Lima to Waldo & Laura Wolf Davis, who have
preceded her in death.
On May 14, 1948, she married Vernon H. Hollar, who passed away on
August 11, 1997. Jaunita retired from Pangles Master Market. After retiring,
she loved spending time with her family. She is a member of the Bath Community
Church. She liked bowling and loved attending her kids and grandkids sporting
and school events. She also enjoyed traveling.
Survivors include four daughters,
Kathy & Mike Blankenship,
of Lima, Cheryl & Mike Donovan, of Lima, Carolyn "Sue" &
Wayne Dooley, of Lima, and Janice & Charles Ewing, of Lima; a
daughter-in-law, Barbara Hollar, of Lima; two grandchildren whom she raised,
David Jones, of Powell and Dawn & Tom Crow, of Lima; 21 grandchildren; 36
great-grandchildren; 5 great-great-grandchildren; and a sister, Donna &
Carl Koch, of Texas.
She was preceded in death by a son, Vernon F. Hollar; and a
great-grandson, Michael Vernon Hollar.
Services will begin at 10 a.m. Monday, March 3, 2014 at Chiles –
Laman Funeral & CrematioN Services, Shawnee Chapel. Rev. Charlotte Hefner
and Rev. Mark Burden will officiate. Interment will follow in Memorial Park
Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Lima, Allen Co., OH, Obituary
Published in The Lima News from Dec. 20 to Dec.
21, 2014
Robert L. "Bob" Kirkendall, 86, passed away December 19,
2014, at 2:47 am, at the Kindred Hospital, Lima. Robert was born May 7, 1928 in
Elida, OH, to Everett and Ada (Shenk) Kirkendall who preceded him in death.
On January 1, 1949 he married Elsie J. (Miller) Kirkendall who
preceded him in death on May 20, 2008.
"Preach the Gospel at all times and when necessary use
words." This was the life of Robert Kirkendall. Bob was honest as the day
is long. His speech was plain and true. His actions were fair, his heart humble,
and his hands restless in service. He helped anyone in need and never took the
credit. Bob also never missed an opportunity to have a laugh. He enchanted us
all with his ornery smile and tender eyes. Bob will be greatly missed by all
who knew him, but we thank the Lord for lending us a man like Bob, strive to
live as he did, and celebrate his journey to paradise.
Survivors include: Six Children: Randall L. (Deborah) Kirkendall,
Rita J. (David Blankenship) Fricke, Gregory A. (Cheryl) Kirkendall,
Lucinda K. (Rick) Snider, Christopher W. (Kimberly) Kirkendall, Michael S.
(Tina) Kirkendall; 18 Grandchildren, 18 Great Grandchildren, Three Brothers:
Darrell Kirkendall, John (Pat) Kirkendall, Wilmer (Glenna) Kirkendall, Two
Sisters: Helen (Lester) Shenk, Ruth Evans; Many Nieces and Nephews.
Preceded in death by: Two brothers, Richard and
Gerald; A Brother in Law, Daryl Evans; a Sister in Law, Esther Kirkendall.
Services will be held Tuesday, December 23, 2014 at 11:00 am at
Shawnee Alliance Church. Dr. Daniel Messner to officiate the
service. A private family burial will take place at a later date in
Fairmont Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Ashtabula
+2013, Conneaut, Ashtabula Co., OH, Obituary
http://www.marcyfuneralhome.com/Obituaries.aspx#3648
Ray E. Blankenship,
62, of Conneaut, OH, died unexpectedly Friday evening, July 5, 2013, of a
probable coronary. He was born June 23, 1951, in Texarkana, TX, and was the son
of John and Doris (Walston) Blankenship.
A Conneaut resident since 2000, Ray had been a security guard and
owned a craft shop with his wife in Andover, OH, and had also been involved
with the Job Corps. He attended Edgewood Alliance Church. Ray received the
Carnegie Medal for Heroism, recognition by the United States Coast Guard, and
Veterans of Foreign Wars for Heroic Acts in saving the life of Jessica L.
O’Connell on July 2, 1987.
Survivors include his wife
Alice L. (Keller) of Conneaut
whom he married July 13, 1977; his son
Brian (Sharah) Blankenship of Rochester, NY; two sisters
Linda and Gale both of
Texarkana, TX; and a brother John Blankenship of Plano, TX.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
A memorial service will be held at a later date at Edgewood
Alliance Church, and will be announced by the Marcy Funeral Home and Cremation
Center, 208 Liberty St., Conneaut, OH.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
SSDI: Blankenship,
Doris M. 65, 06Jul1927 - 28May1993, Texarkana, Bowie, TX, TX-451-04-0984
SSDI: Blankenship,
John W., 65, 20Oct1926 - 29Apr1992, Texarkana, Bowie, TX, TX-465-20-1328
Texas, Death Index;
https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/JVK1-SP6
Blankenship, John Watkin, - M, 29 Apr
1992, Bowie Co., TX,
2014, Conneaut, Ashtabula Co., OH, Obituary
Star Beacon (Ashtabula, OH) - March 16, 2014
Michael W. "Mike" Burdette, age 54, of Conneaut, Ohio,
died Thursday, March 13, 2014, at Ashtabula
County Medical Center. Mike was born April 15, 1959, in Montgomery, W.Va., the
son of Theodore Burdette and Wanda Castle.
Mike went to work at Colucci's Scrap Yard and then was hired by the
City of Conneaut to work at the Water Department. He later moved to the City
Streets and Public Works Department where he worked until his early retirement
in 2011, following a 25 years career with the City of Conneaut. Mike was also
the President of the Pioneer Picnic grounds in Pierpont for many years. He
loved to have picnics and keep the kids coming to the area to gather. He loved
to grill and cook for everyone and was the "master" of the deep
fryer. Mike loved to hunt and spend time with his family and friends and his
dog "Lady Bird".
Mike was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Ernest and
Leonard Burdette; and a half-sister, Barb Ratcliff.
He is survived by his wife,
Culetta Blankenship Burdette, whom he married August 16, 1986; son,
Mike Burdette of Conneaut; daughter, Jennifer Burdette of Conneaut; brothers,
John and Pat Burdette of Kingsville, Theodore "Ted" Burdette of
Conneaut, Roscoe and Shannon Castle of Kingsville, Jack and Debbie Burdette of
West Virginia; half-brother, Tinker and Martha Carpenter of Florida; sisters,
Patricia and Charlie Atkins of Kingsville, Mary Ellen Fromknecht and Ted
Beatman of Kingsville, and Anna Marie and Erwin Ita of Kingsville;
grandchildren, Cody Morales, Kelsey Burdette, Brandon Burdette, Kayla Burdette,
Allison Burdette and Jason Stiles; and many nieces and nephews.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Brown
2014, Aberdeen, Brown Co., OH, Obituary
The Ledger Independent, (Maysville, KY) Date: September 12, 2014
Zorayda (Zoe) Parker Chamness, 82, a native of Maysville and
longtime resident of Aberdeen, died early Friday at the Ohio Valley Manor near
Georgetown, [Brown Co.,] Ohio. Mrs. Chamness was born Nov. 12,
1931, a daughter of the late Samuel Alex Parker and Ellen Cochran Parker.
Mrs. Chamness, wife of the late William B. Chamness, had been ill
for several months. She and her husband had lived in Huntington Park for many
years and more recently lived on River Road in Aberdeen. She graduated from
Stuart Hall in Virginia in 1949, and attended the University of Kentucky. Mrs.
Chamness was an avid bridge player and a member of the Nomads book club. She
was active in political circles both in Ohio and Kentucky. She and her late
husband owned property in West Virginia, and she was associated for many years
with Camp Alleghany near Lewisburg where she was both a camper and a counselor.
She and her husband traveled the world as representatives of the Parker Tobacco
Company which was created by her father. They were married Nov. 15, 1952.
She was a lifelong member of the First Presbyterian Church where
she and Bill served as Youth Group leaders and she was a longtime member of the
Presbyterian Women's organization. An active member of the Maysville Players,
Mrs. Chamness performed the title role in the musical "Mame" as well
as leading roles in such shows as "Pajama Game," "On Golden
Pond" and "Steel Magnolias." She and Bill Chamness performed
together in the show "Mary, Mary," and she was onstage with her son,
Peter, in "Driving Miss Daisy." Mrs. Chamness was generous with her
time and energy. She was outgoing and beloved by many both inside and outside
her extended family.
She is survived by a son and daughter-in-law, Peter and Cay
Chamness of Aberdeen; two daughters and their husbands, Morri and David Nash of
Visalia, Calif., and Dixie Kay Chamness and James Estle of Fairplay, Colo.; and
seven grandchildren, Pruitt Chamness
of Seattle, Mary and Justin Blankenship
of Louisville, Lindsay and Jeff Schuil of Costa Mesa, Calif., Piper and John
Hampton of Sutton, N.H., Alexandra Chamness of New York, Brecken Chamness of
Breckenridge, Colo., and Will Estle of Fairplay.
She was preceded in death by one son, Alex Parker Chamness; a
sister, Ellen Parker Hillenmeyer; and a brother, Alex S. Parker Jr.
Services will be held at First Presbyterian Church in Maysville at
10 a.m., Saturday, Sept. 20, with Rev. Laurie McKnight officiating. Burial will
be in the Maysville Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Butler
2014, Fairfield, Butler Co., OH, Obituary
There is also a
Fairfield in Jefferson Co., OH
Published in Journal-News on July 20, 2014
John M. Harper, age 94 of Fairfield passed away on Friday, July 18,
2014. John was born on June 5, 1920 in Cincinnati to the late John Harper and
Esther Caddy.
After graduating from Lockland High School in 1938, and being
awarded the State of Ohio Physics award, he served in the Civilian Conservation
Corps, traveling to Boise, Idaho to oversee the protection of our forestry. On
June 24, 1942 John married Dorothea Charlton and served four years in the US
Navy. He was aboard the USS Guadalcanal which aided in the capture of the
Enigma cipher machine aboard the German U boat 505 off the coast of Africa. He
was a member of the Laurel Avenue Church of Christ, the McMakin Lodge # 120 F.
& A.M., the Ft. Hamilton Chapter #568 O.E.S. in
which he served several years as Worthy Patron, and retired from General
Electric after 33 years of service.
John is survived by his children
Nancy Beeker of Florence, KY, Valerie (George) Montague of Salton City, CA, Eve
Harper of Clifton, OH, Linda (Troy) Blankenship of Walton, KY and John Q. Harper of Naples, FL; his grandchildren Jennifer Hughes, William
(Erica) Beeker Jr., Amber (Maxwell) Shubin, Joseph Montague, Alex (Mark)
Fullman, Nathan (Kayla) Blankenship, Matthew
Blankenship, Regina (Shane)
Kuntz and Denise Scott; great grandchildren Zekiel, Harper, Annorah and Vivian;
also survived by numerous family and friends.
He was preceded in death by his sister Marcella Austin.
A visitation will be held Tuesday evening, July 22, 2014 from 6-8PM
at the Avance Funeral Home, 4976 Winton Rd., Fairfield, 45014 with Order of
Eastern Star service beginning at 7:30PM. Funeral services will be held on
Wednesday at 10AM at the funeral home with burial to follow at Arlington
Memorial Gardens in Mt. Healthy.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Hamilton, Butler Co., OH, Obituary
Published in Hamilton Journal-News on
February 27, 2013
Lester T. Oldfield, age 90, of Hamilton, passed away at Hospice of
Hamilton on Sunday, February 24, 2013 at 12:00 noon. He was born in Hazel
Green, [Wolfe Co.], KY, on February 2, 1923 to Luther and Nora (Blankenship) Oldfield.
Lester was drafted into the United States Army during WWII, where
he served in several positions and ranks. Among them he was a Staff Sargent and
a Military Policeman. He was wounded in Europe and was awarded the Purple
Heart. After serving in the military Lester moved to Hamilton/Middletown area
to seek employment. While in the area, he met and soon married Patsy Bailey on
June 26, 1953. Lester was employed at the Fischer Body Fairfield Plant for 37
years, retiring in 1987. Lester was a very active member of the Princeton Pike
Church of God, served on the church and pastor's council, Sunday School teacher, Sunday School Superintendent, usher, and
various other positions through the years.
He is survived by his wife of almost 60 years, Patsy Oldfield, of
Hamilton; two sons, Doug (Theresa) Oldfield, of Hamilton, and Tim (Becky)
Oldfield, of Grove City; five grandchildren, Tracey (Flint) Jewell, Steven
(Ashley) Oldfield, David (Erin) Oldfield, Michael (Damaris) Oldfield, and
Jonathan Oldfield; six great-grandchildren, Logan Jewell, Cooper Oldfield,
Delaney Oldfield, Graham Oldfield, Austin Jewett, and Brayden Jewett; his
sisters, Josephine (Oldfield) Cole, Betty (Oldfield) Nickel, and Virginia
(Oldfield) Oakley; sister in law Juanita (John) Eversole, numerous nieces,
nephews, other family and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his brothers Vernon
Oldfield, Austin Oldfield, Ralph Oldfield, Delbert Oldfield, and his sister
Wilma (Oldfield) Patrick.
Funeral service will be held at Princeton Pike Church of God, 6101
Princeton Glendale Road, on Saturday, March 2, 2013 at 11AM with his sons
officiating. Burial will follow at Rose Hill Burial Park.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
1940 Census, District 2, Morgan Co., KY,
Oldfield, Luther 46, M, KY, Head,
Oldfield, Nora 46, F, KY, Wife,
Oldfield, Wilma 21, F, KY, Dau,
Oldfield, Austin 18, M, KY, Son,
Oldfield, Lester 17, M, KY, Son,
Oldfield, Ralph 13, M, KY, Son,
Oldfield, Mary Josephene 11, F, KY, Dau,
Oldfield, Virgina 08, F, KY, Dau,
Oldfield, Bettie Jean 05, F, KY, Dau,
https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/K7YD-VK3
2014, Hamilton, Butler Co.,
OH, Obituary
Published in Journal-News on Feb. 27, 2014
Joseph David Blankenship, Age 43 of Hamilton, passed away on Wednesday February 26, 2014 at
his residence. He was born on October 8, 1971 in Hamilton, the son of the late Clyde and Mary (Martin) Blankenship.
He is survived by his brother Dave (Jeri) Evans and sister Cheri (Timothy) Sweet; step-daughter Amanda Robinson;
nieces and nephews.
Funeral Ceremony will be held at 7:00 PM on Tuesday March 4, 2014
at the Webb Noonan Kidd Funeral Home.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Middletown, Butler Co., OH, Obituary
Published in The Middletown Journal on March 27,
2013
Ruth J. Whisman,
age 85, of Middletown, Ohio, passed away Monday, March 25, 2013 at her
residence. She was born July 23, 1927 in Butler County, Ohio and lived in this
area all her life. Ruth was a homemaker and enjoyed baby sitting her
grandchildren, and crocheting.
Preceding her in death were her parents, William Thomas and Eliza
Lula (Borders) Blankenship; her husband, Ray Whisman in 2010; four brothers, Elmer, Paul, Mitchell and Dorsey Blankenship; and one sister, Eunice Peck.
She is survived by two children, Brenda Marshall and Bill Whisman,
wife Sheron; three grandchildren, Paula Robertson, Randy Whisman and Sam Gray;
and Ryan Whisman and Allyson Bolen; four great grandchildren, Zach Robertson, Nick
Robertson, Karah Whisman and Avery Whisman; one sister, Ethel Eckel; and many nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be Friday, March 29, 2013 from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00
p.m. at the Herr-Riggs Funeral Home, 210 S. Main St., Middletown, followed by
services at 2:00 p.m. at the funeral home with Rev. Rex Lloyd officiating.
Interment will be at Butler County Memorial Park, Trenton, Ohio.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Middletown, Butler Co., OH, Obituary
Published in The Middletown Journal on March 30,
2013
Ronnie Sibert, age 68, of Middletown, Ohio, passed away Thursday,
March 28, 2013 at Hospice of Butler and Warren Counties. He was born April 9,
1944 in Chicago, Illinois and lived in Ohio since he was 9 years of age.
He served in the Ohio National Guard. He was employed as a truck
driver for Veolia Environmental Services for 15 years retiring in 1994. He
loved spending time with his grandchildren, and was an avid outdoorsman.
Preceding him in death was his wife of 41 years, Sue Sibert on March
10, 2008; his parents, Anderson "Doc" and Ruby Mae (Gibbons) Sibert;
and two brothers, Glenn and Ray Sibert. He is survived by three children, Danny Sibert, wife Jody, Betty Blankenship, husband
Kenny and Rhonda Sibert; a nephew he raised,
Bill Sibert, wife Kim; eleven grandchildren, Tiffany, Kyle, Jade, Tyler,
Brittany, Jacey, Jacob, Noah, Caleb, Noelani, and Kendra; two great
grandchildren, Brice and Kieannah; one sister, Marie Isom; one brother, Harold
Sibert; and many nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be Tuesday, April 2, 2013 from 12 noon to 2:00 p.m.
at the Herr-Riggs Funeral Home, 210 S. Main St., Middletown, followed by
services at 2:00 p.m. with Pastor Alex Gross officiating. Interment will be at
Woodside Cemetery, Middletown, Ohio.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Middletown, Butler
Co., OH, Obituary
Two other
Middletowns, in Champaign Co., and Crawford Co., Jim
Published in The Middletown
Journal on September 26, 2013
Joseph Antal III, age 63, of Middletown,
passed away Monday, September 23, 2013 at his residence. He was born October 3,
1949 in Waynesburg, PA, the son of the late Joseph II & Lillian (Craig)
Antal.
Mr. Antal was a Coal Miner in PA, and
then was a Truck Driver and started out working for various companies and then
became an Owner and Operator retiring in 2000. He was a U.S. Army Veteran
serving in Vietnam, and a member of the N.A.U.S. Chapter 8.
Preceded in death by his
infant twin boy and girl.
Survivors include his loving with Ava
Marie Antal of 19 years, 2 daughters Melissa Easton and husband David, Bethany
Perry and husband David, step-daughter Tiffany Blankenship, 6 grandchildren
Jacob Magera, Gracyn Perry, Riley Easton, Nolan Easten, Tylor Blankenship, Kaitlyn Taylor,
his brother David Antal, nephew Scott Swarrow, 2 great nephews Nick & Nolan
Swarrow, and cousin Rick Craig and wife Linda.
A funeral service will be held on Monday,
September 30, 2013 at the Herr-Riggs Funeral Home, 210 S. Main St. Middletown,
Ohio 45044 with Rev. Rex Floyd officiating. Burial Butler
County Memorial Park. Full Military Honors provided by the Combined
Middletown Honor Guard.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Middletown, Butler
Co., OH, Obituary
Published in The Middletown Journal on October
2, 2013
Eugenie Blankenship Hughes, 63, or "Genie," passed away on Sunday, September 29th,
surrounded by family and friends. She was a one-of-a-kind woman with a fighting
spirit and an even bigger heart.
She grew up in the Mayfield neighborhood of Middletown until her
parents and sister moved to Monroe, and she would tell stories of riding down
Todhunter hill on her bike, going to dances at LeSourdesville Lake, and seeing
The Beatles at Crosley Field. A graduate of the Monroe class of 1968, Genie
came to live in New York City for several years, a time when she learned street
smarts and self-reliance. This time also honed her lifelong love of music, as
she encountered some of the greatest jazz musicians to ever play, including
Dizzy Gillespie, Les McAnn, and Eddie Harris. After leaving NYC, Genie joined
the Army and served with pride, always keeping her WAC uniform neatly pressed
in the front closet. After Genie left the military, she worked for twelve years
as a claims adjustor for State Farm Insurance.
Her only child, Hayley-a black-haired, wide-eyed little girl who
was the spitting image of her mother-was born a few years later. Genie was in
ill health for many years, but she and her daughter were known all around
Middletown, mostly because of the way they made people laugh at their favorite
haunts: The Jug; Milton's Donuts; The Liberty; the library. When Hayley decided
she wanted to sing, Genie listened to Verdi and Puccini. When she wanted to
write, Genie read everything she could get her hands on. When Hayley cried, she
cried; and when she smiled, Genie was at her happiest. Genie liked to say that
her daughter was her greatest accomplishment, and even now, that little girl's
childhood drawings and handmade cards are hung in Genie's home with care.
Hayley is and always will be grateful for the unspeakable depths of her
mother's love.
Genie was incredibly lucky to find love in the final years of her
life with her husband, James Johnson. Genie and James, or "Jimmy,"
were at once like old friends with their silly inside jokes and like teenage
sweethearts with their perennial hand-holding and kisses on the cheek. Jimmy
took care of Genie, with no holds barred. Jimmy gave Genie the gift of being
able to enjoy her favorite things: going for walks; taking pictures; watching
birds in the beautiful garden they built; writing poetry and stories;
furthering her walk with God.
Genie was someone who learned everything from history to politics
by her own devices, and who always wanted to travel, but had to experience the
world from the comfort of her own home. Genie could always find beauty in the
smallest, simplest things, and showed kindness to anyone she could, even when
there was little to give or to be thankful for. Genie was a light to many, and
will be dearly missed.
Genie is preceded in death by her father, Navy veteran and longtime
Armco employee, James Homer Blankenship.
She is survived by: mother,
Patricia (Dees) Blankenship, of Monroe; husband, James Johnson, of Middletown, Ohio;
daughter, Hayley Hughes, of Den Haag, The Netherlands; sister Diane (Blankenship) Moore, of Middletown; nephew Christopher Moore and great-nephew
Aleister Moore, both of Los Angeles; and aunt Norma (Dees) Rogers, of
Middletown.
We invite you to join us in remembering Genie at an informal
gathering on Saturday, October 5th from 2-4 PM at the community room at
Woodside Cemetery in Middletown.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Middletown, Butler Co., OH, Obituary
Published in Journal-News on Feb. 6, 2014
Kayla Hensley, age 25, of Middletown, passed away Tuesday, February
4, 2014. She was born May 9, 1988 in Middletown, OH to Gerald and Tammy (Blankenship) Hensley. She was a
student.
Kayla is survived by her sister, Kara Hensley; ½ sisters, Victoria
Hensley, Annette Higgins; grandfather,
Arnold Blankenship; ½ brother, Chad Hensley; children, Nikole
Wilhoit, Autumn Wilhoit, Anna Beasley; grandmother, Ruth Wilmot and several
aunts and uncles.
She is preceded in death by her parents; grandmother, Dorothy
Blankenship; grandfather,
Grant Wilmot.
Visitation will be held Friday, February 7, 2014 from 11:00 am -
1:00 pm at Baker-Stevens- Parramore Funeral Home. A graveside service will
follow at 1:30 pm at Butler County Memorial Park with Rev. Danny Murphy
officiating. Interment will be at Butler County Memorial Park.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Middletown, Butler Co., OH, Obituary
Published in Journal-News on July 8, 2014
Jewell D. Pelfrey, age 82, of Middletown, went home to be with her
Lord and Savior on Thursday, July 3, 2014 at her residence. She was born March
19, 1932 in Frenchburg, KY to Kelly and June (Blankenship) Whitt.
She was a homemaker. Jewell was a member of Towne Blvd. Church of
God.
Jewell is survived by her husband of 49 years, Robert Pelfrey; son,
Theodore (Debbie) Parrella of Middletown; daughter, Deana (Jason) Collins of
Middletown; numerous grandchildren; great-grandchildren and one
great-great-grandchild.
She is preceded in death by her parents; daughter, Carba Parrella
Rowland; sisters, Marjorie, Ruby, May, Lindie, Mabel and Lucy; brothers,
Samuel, Claude, Ronald, Lennvil and Jimmy Whitt.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held Wednesday, July 9, 2014
at 2:00 pm at the Baker-Stevens-Parramore Funeral Home, with Pastor Mitchell
Burch officiating. Interment will be at Woodside Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
1930 Census, District 2, Menifee Co., KY,
Whitt, Kellie 41, M, KY, Head,
Whitt, Jane 34, F, KY, Wife,
Whitt, Linda 17, F, KY, Dau,
Whitt, Linvil 15, M, KY, Son,
Whitt, Samuel 14, M, KY, Son,
Whitt, Ruba 11, F, KY, Dau,
Whitt, Mabel 09, F, KY, Dau,
Whitt, Lucie 05, F, KY, Dau,
Whitt, May 04,
F, KY, Dau,
Whitt, Yorel 02, M, KY, Son,
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+2014, Middletown, Butler Co., OH, Obituary
Published in Journal-News on Sept. 13, 2014
Debbie Reynolds,
Age 48, of Middletown, passed away Wednesday, September 10, 2014 at Hospice of
Butler and Warren County. She was born July 19, 1966 in Middletown, OH to William and Sheran (Stamper) Blankenship.
She was a homemaker. Debbie was a member of A New Beginning Church.
Debbie is survived by her husband, of 20 years, Doug Reynolds;
children, Sebastian, Josh, Andy and Hailey; sisters, Beth Hart, Billi (Tim)
Stankoff; several niece and nephews.
She is preceded in death by her grandparents and brother, Martin Lee Blankenship.
A Celebration of Life Service will held
Monday, September 15, 2014 at 1:00pm at the Baker-Stevens-Parramore funeral
home with Rev. Kyle Worley officiating. Interment will be at Woodside Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Sheran Blankenship -b 25Mar1946 - https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/QJGK-HZ3Y
+2014, Middletown, Butler Co., OH, Obituary
Published in Journal-News on Nov. 2, 2014
Fred L. Tipton, Sr., age 96, of Middletown, died Friday, October
31, 2014 at his residence. He was born July 11, 1918, in Lombard, Kentucky, the
son of Samuel Tipton and Elizabeth (Brewer) Tipton.
Fred was a veteran of the U.S. Army serving during World War II. He
worked at General Motors and retired after 30 years of service.
He is survived by five children, Forest (Isabelita) Tipton, Fred
(Merry) Tipton Jr., Donald (Bobbie) Tipton, Karen (Wayne) Edds, Betsy (Chris)
Bernard; 11 grandchildren; 11 great grandchildren; 3 great great grandchildren;
one sister, Yvonne Roberts; one brother; James Tipton; one sister-in-law, Mary
Blankenship; and one
brother-in-law, Jim Denny.
He was preceded in death by his wife of 62 years, Leona Tipton; his
parents; seven siblings and a brother-in-law, Fred Denny.
Funeral services will be 10:00 AM Wednesday at the Breitenbach-
McCoy-Leffler Funeral Home with Pastor Bob Reed officiating. Burial will be at
Butler County Memorial Park.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Middletown, Butler Co., OH, Obituary
Middletown Journal,
Middletown, Ohio December 10, 2003
Mrs. Leona M. Tipton, 79, of Middletown,
passed away Monday, Dec. 8, 2003, at Middletown Regional Hospital. She was born
in Hazard, [Perry County], Ky., on July 28, 1924, and had lived in the
Middletown area for 58 years.
Mrs. Tipton was the owner and operator of
Leona’s Beauty Shop for 29 years, retiring in 1990. She attended Union Chapel
and was an avid bowler with the Coca-Cola Breakfast League for many years.
She was preceded in death by her parents,
Forest and Sarah Denny; and three sisters and two brothers.
Surviving are her husband of 62 years,
Fred L. Tipton; three sons, Forest (Isabelita) Tipton of South Carolina, Fred
L. (Merry) Tipton Jr., of Middletown, and Donald (Bobbie) Tipton of LaFollette,
Tenn.; two daughters, Karen (Wayne) Edds of LaFollette, Tenn., and Betsy
(Chris) Bernard of Middletown; 11 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren;
brothers James Denny of Thailand and Fred Denny of Georgetown, Ohio; a sister, Mary Blankenship of Crossville,
Tenn.; and several half-brothers and sisters.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Friday,
Dec. 12, at Baker-Stevens Funeral Home, with the Rev. David Kepple officiating.
Interment will be at Butler County Memorial Park.
+2014, Middletown, Butler Co., OH, Obituary
http://www.herr-riggs.com/obituaries/Michael-Anthony-Blankenship/#!/Obituary
Michael Anthony “Dog” Blankenship, age 67, of Middletown, Ohio passed away Tuesday, November 4, 2014
at Atrium Medical Center. He was born December 28, 1946 in Middletown and lived
here all his life.
He graduated from Middletown High School Class of 1966, then served in the U.S. Air Force during the Vietnam War. He
was employed in the maintenance department at AK Steel retiring in 2000 after
30 years of service. He was a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie 528
and the V.F.W. Miami Valley Post 3809.
Michael was preceded in death by his parents, Anthony Litharkis and Julie Blankenship.
He is survived by his wife
of 12 years, Paula (Lanier) Blankenship.
Private services will be at the convenience of the family.
Interment will be at North Monroe Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Middletown, Butler Co., OH, Obituary
Published in Journal-News on Dec. 12, 2014
John Kevin Foxx, Age 42, passed away Wednesday, December 3, 2014.
He is survived by his parents, Tom and Janie Foxx of Middletown,
OH; daughter, Allison Moore of Franklin, OH; granddaughter, Lily
Blankenship; brother, Darrell
(Dawn) Foxx and sister Janine Foxx both of Middletown, OH.
Services will be held at the convenience of the family.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Champaign
+2014, Saint Paris, Champaign Co., OH, Obituary
Published in Urbana Daily Citizen from Oct. 7
to Oct. 8, 2014
Patricia Ann Borror, age 80, of Saint Paris passed away at 8:30
p.m. on Sunday, October 5, 2014, in her residence. Born on May 10, 1934, in
Columbus, Ohio, she was a daughter of the late Charles and Mary (Fitzmartin)
Kaiser.
She married Harold R. "Pete" Borror on April 26, 1958,
and he preceded her in death on October 8, 2007. Together they raised four
children, Thomas Davis of Urbana, Donna Akers of Conover, Karen Barger of St.
Paris and Harold R. "Bob" Borror, Jr., also of St. Paris. Patricia
was a wonderful grandmother to seven grandchildren and eight
great-grandchildren. A sister, Dorothy Blankenship of Columbus, and a brother, Richard Kaiser
of Florida, also survive her.
In addition to her parents and husband she was preceded in death by
four brothers, Charles, Robert, Fritz and Donald Kaiser; four sisters, Margaret
Noltenmeyer, Theresa Hicks, Mary Eudaly and Joanna Ledesma; and sister-in-law
Ruth Kasier.
Funeral services will be held on Thursday, October 9, 2014, at 1
p.m. in the Atkins-Shively Funeral Home, 216 S. Springfield St., Saint Paris,
Ohio, with Father Larry Gearhart of Sacred Heart Catholic Church, St. Paris,
presiding. Burial will follow in Rosedale Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
1940 Census, Ward 1, Columbus City,
Montgomery Twp., Franklin Co., OH,
Kaiser, Charles A. 50, M, OH, Head,
Kaiser, Mary A. 49, F, OH, Wife,
Kaiser, Charles W. 24, M, OH, Son,
Kaiser, Robert E. 22, M, OH, Son,
Kaiser, Richard J. 17, M, OH, Son,
Kaiser, Fred A. 14, M, OH, Son,
Kaiser, Joananna 12, F, OH, Dau,
Kaiser, Dorothy L. 10, F, OH, Dau,
Kaiser, Donald 08, M, OH, Son,
Kaiser, Patricia A. 05, F, OH, Dau,
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Dorothy L. Blankenship – b.29Sep1929 - Columbus, OH, https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/K55K-QMV
Relatives: Frank D. Blankenship Sr.
Frank D. Blankenship – b.06Jan1927 -
Columbus, OH, https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/K55K-Q9W
Relatives: Dorothy L. Blankenship
SSDI: Blankenship,
Frank D., 78, 06Jan1927 - 20Jul2005, Columbus, Franklin, OH, VA-230-34-0632
Clark
2013, New Carlisle, Clark Co., OH, Obituary
Published in Dayton Daily News on January 24,
2013
Eldon Purvis, age 80 of New Carlisle, passed away Tuesday, January
22, 2013.
He is preceded in death by his parents John and Helen Purvis,
sixteen brothers and sisters, spouse Lucy Purvis, and grandson, Matthew Morgan.
Eldon is survived by his wife; Linda Purvis of nine years,
children; Anna (Doug) Jones, Cindy (Steve) Grefer, Rebecca Snider; Kathie (Guy)
Harvey, Carol (Tom) Morgan, Isaac (Linda) Lewis, and Burchell E. (Diane
Mullins) Lewis; grandchildren, Eldon
(Heather) Jones, Eddie (Angie) Jones, Michael (Shauna) Jones, Diona (Travis)
Tiell, Christina (Kyle) Blankenship, Sophie Richmond, Bobby Snider, Sheila Blevins, Tommy
(Tina) Martz, Jason Lewis, Cassandra Lewis, Andrea Lewis, Chaz (Becky) Lewis,
Melissa (Bryan) Johnson, and Mike (Kristi) Morgan; as well as 34
great-grandchildren and 7 great-great- grandchildren as well numerous nieces
and nephews. Eldon was a faithful servant of the Lord as well as a Korean War
Veteran.
Funeral services will be held on Friday, January 25, 2013 at 10am
at Tobias Funeral Home-Belmont Chapel 648 Watervliet Ave at Fauver Ave.
Interment Miami Valley Memory Gardens.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, New Carlisle, Clark Co., OH, Obituary
Published in Fairborn Daily Herald from Mar.
25 to Mar. 26, 2014
Kathleen Thelma Boothe age 88 of New Carlisle died on Monday, March 24, 2014 at home
surrounded by her family. She was born the daughter of Ervin & Sally (Adkins) Blankenship on July 7, 1925 in Wayne, West Virginia.
She is preceded in death by her parents, 4 brothers, and 5 sisters.
Kathleen is survived by her loving and devoted husband of 68 years
Carl Boothe, her loving daughter and son in law Sheree & Larry Lemke of New
Carlisle, a brother John Ervin Blankenship of Washington State, and numerous nieces
and nephews.
Kathleen retired after 30 years of loyal civil service to her
country. She was well known for her stylist collection of hats she proudly
adorned. She was a loving generous wife, mother, mother in law, sister and
Aunt. She will be missed by all who love her.
Friends may call in the Burcham Jennings Funeral Home on Thursday,
March 27, 2014 from 11:30AM to 12:30PM where funeral services will be held at
12:30PM. Interment will follow at Byron Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Springfield, Clark Co., OH, Obituary
Published in Springfield News-Sun on May 9,
2013
Valerie J. (Deming) Jameson, 64, of Springfield, Ohio passed away
Tuesday May 7, 2013. She was born June 12, 1948 in Dayton, Ohio, the daughter
of Robert E. and Ellen F. (DeGroot) Deming.
Valerie returned to Ohio in 2012 after many years away living in
San Diego, CA, Tucson, AZ, and Orlando, FL. She was a former member of Christ
Church Unity in Orlando and was currently attending Central Christian Church in
Springfield. She was a member of the Friend of Bill Wilson 12-step Organization
and a past member of both the National Women's Small Business Organization in
Beavercreek, OH and the Human Resources Associates of Ohio. She enjoyed music,
reading, writing poetry, walking on the beach, picnics in the park, and arts
and crafts.
Survivors include sister; Melanie (Chuck) Gersbacher, brother;
Jeffrey O. Deming, and nieces; Holly
C. Gersbacher and Heidi N. (Mike) Blankenship.
She was preceded in death by her parents, sister; Cheryl Deming,
and sister-in-law; Linda P. Averill.
A memorial service will be held at 10:30AM Saturday in Central
Christian Church, 1504 Villa Rd, with Pastor Warren Banks officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Springfield, Clark Co., OH, Obituary
Published in Springfield News-Sun on June 9,
2013
Tammy S. Fent, 39, of Springfield, passed away June 6, 2013. She
was born November 5, 1973 in Springfield, the daughter of Carl E. and Blanche
E. (Reed) Fent. Tammy enjoyed collecting unicorns.
Survivors include her loving companion
of 23 years; Richard
Blankenship, Springfield, two sons; Michael Allen Fent (Michelle Burton), St.
Petersburg, Florida and Christopher
Lee Blankenship, Springfield,
one grandchild; Jayden Lee Fent, her father; Carl Fent, Springfield, two
sisters; Tina (Shawn) Spencer and Linda Miller (Sean), Georgia, one brother;
Tony (Katey) Kimball, Springfield, her best friend; Rebecca Chaney, Springfield
and several nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her mother.
Private services will be held. Arrangements are being handled by
the Jones-Kenney-Zechman Funeral Home.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Springfield, Clark Co., OH, Obituary
Published in Springfield News-Sun on Apr. 5,
2014
Harold G. Browning, 78, of Springfield passed away Thursday April
3, 2014 at Eaglewood Care Center. He was born August 19, 1935 in Beatyville,
West Virginia, the son of Carl and Ruby (Blankenship) Browning.
Mr. Browning served honorably in the United States Army. He retired
from Navistar. He was a member of Northside Baptist Church, a former member of
AOPA, and he enjoyed fishing, camping, and boating. He was a charter boat
captain and a licensed airplane pilot.
Survivors include his wife of 57 ½ years Mattie (Farley) Browning;
two sons Phillip Browning of Northampton, MA and Robert (Shannon) Browning of
Butler, PA; daughter-in-law Tina Browning of Springfield; grandsons Chaz
Browning of Springfield and Justin Browning of Butler, PA; granddaughters
Cheyenne Slaven and Abigail Browning, both of Springfield; great grandson
Isaiah James Browning; brothers Roy Browning of Eaton Rapids, MI and Hershell
Browning of St. Louis, MO; sisters Annabel Bailey of WV and Loretta McClure of
NC; sister-in-laws Levada Browning and Elva Browning; several nieces and
nephews; and special friends Virginia Manning, Ellen Perkins, Rose Holland, and
Bonnie Johnson.
He was preceded in death by his parents and brothers, James
Browning, Donald Browning, and Carl Browning.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00am Monday in the
Jones-Kenney-Zechman funeral home with Pastor Kirk Ross officiating. Burial,
with military honors, will follow in Ferncliff Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
1940 Census, Trent, Baileysville District,
Wyoming Co., WV,
Browning, Carl 33, M, WV, Head,
Browning, Ruby 27, F, WV, Wife,
Browning, James 11, M, WV, Son,
Browning, J. Carl 09, M, WV, Son,
Browning, J. Harold 04, M, WV, Son,
Browning, E. Roy 02, M, WV, Son,
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2014, Springfield, Clark Co., OH, Obituary
Published in Springfield News-Sun on June 22,
2014
John Milner "Jack" Bishop, 80, of Springfield, passed
away peacefully on June 20, 2014 in his residence. He was born October 15, 1933
in Toledo, Ohio, the son of the late Rev. K. Jay and Isabella (Milner) Bishop.
John's career started as a paperboy at the age of twelve. At
sixteen, he began working part-time in the mailroom at the Springfield News and
Sun. He graduated from Springfield High School in 1953. In June of 1955, he
became a full time outside sales representative and retired from this position
in November 1995 only to return part-time until April 2008. He remained very
grateful to the News and Sun for giving him the opportunity to enjoy a lifelong
career doing a job he loved. He was a member of Grace Evangelical Lutheran
Church.
Survivors include his wife of fifty-six years, Mary R. (Maxwell)
Bishop; daughters, Debra (Michael) Parmley of Bartlett, Tennessee and Kimberly
(Robert) Lear of Urbana; grandchildren, Wayne and Joshua Parmley, Jeremiah
Engle and Maggie Lear; sister-in-law, Martha (Harvey) Beahm and nieces, Jennifer (Doug) Green and Julie (Brian) Blankenship;
special cousins, Charles Imhoff, Rev. David Imhoff, Steven Imhoff and Virginia
Simpson and many friends.
He was preceded in death by a brother, Theodore and special cousin,
Rev. Roger Imhoff.
A gathering of family and friends will be held Thursday from 12
p.m. 1 p.m. in the Littleton & Rue Funeral Home, where funeral services
will follow at 1 p.m. with Pastor Daniel M. Powell officiating. Entombment will
be in Rose Hill Burial Park Mausoleum.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Clermont
2014, Batavia, Clermont Co.,
OH, Obituary
Published in The Cincinnati Enquirer on Sept.
26, 2014
Clinton Paul Stahl, age 28, passed away on Wednesday, September 24,
2014, beloved husband of Melissa Kristie Stahl (nee Blankenship), loving son of Charles Floyd Stahl and
Jenny Lee Stahl (nee Ange), loving brother of Becky (JJ) Johnson, Loretta
(Bryon) Nichols and John (Naomi) Stahl, also survived by many nieces, nephews
and friends.
Services will be held at the Clear Mountain Community Church, 4050
Tollgate Road, Batavia, Ohio 45103 on Saturday, September 27, 2014 at 10:30am.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Goshen, Clermont Co., OH, Obituary
The Cincinnati Enquirer from Aug. 3 to Aug. 4, 2014
Jason "Jase" Michael Winter Jr. beloved son of Jason M.
Winter Sr. and Melissa A. Shields; loving brother of Jasmine Shields and
Brooklyn Winter; dear grandson of
Terri Winter, Debbie
Blankenship and Michael Blankenship; dear great grandson of Bee Rooms and
Loretta Scudder; nephew of Tiffany
Bartlett, Cheyenne Winter, Michelle
Blankenship, and Rachael Blankenship; and many cousins.
Passed away Sunday July 27, 2014. Age 1 year old. Residence Goshen. Friends may call on Monday August 4, 2014
from 2:30 PM until time of service at 4:00 PM at the Evans Funeral Home, 1944
State Route 28, Goshen.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Clinton
2014, Wilmington, Clinton Co., OH, Obituary
Published in News Journal from Sept. 19 to
Sept. 20, 2014
Judith M. Suttles, 75, of Wilmington, died on Friday, Sept. 19,
2014 at her home in Wilmington. She was born on May 18, 1939 in Clinton County,
a daughter of the late Everett George and Freda Garrison George.
She was a former member of the Wilmington American Legion Post 42
Auxiliary and the Wilmington Eagles Auxiliary.
Surviving are a daughter, Julia Jones of Wilmington; two sons, W.
Stephen Suttles of Clarksville, and Anthony H. Suttles of Illinois; seven
grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; three sisters, Carol
Blankenship, Mary (Lt. Cmd.
John) Meadows and Vicki (Irvin) Wallingford; and four brothers, Bob (Betty)
George, Mike (Celia) George, Doug (Cleta) George and Joe (Donna) George. Also
surviving are several nephews and a niece.
In addition to her parents, Judith was preceded in death by her
husband, William S. Suttles; a son, Timothy J. Suttles; two sisters, Sue Ann
Carmen and Marilyn Plummer; and two brothers, Teddy George and Terry George.
The funeral service will be conducted 2 p.m. Monday, Sept. 22 at
the Fisher-Edgington Funeral Home, 97 W. Locust St. in Wilmington, with Rick
Cordy officiating. The interment will follow in the Clarksville Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Columbiana
+2013, East Liverpool, Columbiana Co., OH, Obituary
http://www.reviewonline.com/page/content.detail/id/570799/Robert-G--Blankenship--81.html?nav=5009
Mr. Robert G. Blankenship, 81, of East Liverpool, died at 5:15 p.m. Friday, Dec. 13, 2013,
at the East Liverpool City Hospital. Born Oct. 23, 1932, in Toronto, a son of
the late Guy Wordis Blankenship and Lettie Belle Headley Blankenship, he attended the First Church of the
Nazarene in East Liverpool. A veteran of the Korean Conflict, he served with
the U.S. Air Force. He was a member of the American Legion Post No. 374 in East
Liverpool. For many years he worked at the former Globe Brick Company as the human
resources manager.
His wife, Madge Blankenship, passed away Sept. 23, 2011. The couple
married Oct. 26, 1951.
Surviving is a son, Robert G. Blankenship II and his wife, Debbie, of East Liverpool;
along with four grandchildren, Abby Blankenship of Pittsburgh, Pa., Evan Blankenship of Nashville, Tenn., Erin Solack and her husband, Cal of Columbus, and Lara Blankenship of Columbus; and a daughter-in-law, Paula
Blankenship of Center
Township, Pa. There are three great-grandchildren, Dylan, Hudson and Sloane
Solack. A sister survives as well, Lula Mae Rawson,
and her husband Bob, of Toronto.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, David Bruce Blankenship; a sister Mildred Smith; and a brother, Oris Blankenship.
Friends may visit Monday afternoon and evening at the Dawson
Funeral Home where the family will be present from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. The Rev.
Paul Treese will conduct a funeral service at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral
home. Burial is to be in Riverview Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Coshocton
+2013, Coshocton, Coshocton
Co., OH, Obituary
Published in Journal-News on Dec. 7, 2013
Even to his last breath, Virgil Curtis Blankenship did things his way. Virgil, 77, died Wednesday in Coshocton after
a long illness.
He is survived by Mary
Lee (Denny) Blankenship, his loving wife of almost 46 years.
He was born Feb. 19, 1936 in Lincoln County, Ky., to the late Roscoe and Ethel (Turner) Blankenship but lived most of his life in Middletown. After his service
in the U.S. Army, Virgil worked at Armco (now AK Steel), where his coworkers
knew him as "The Grump," until his retirement in 1988. His sole
source of counsel was the Bible. If scripture supported a decision, he cared
little about what people thought. He was a longtime member of Christian
Fellowship Church in Germantown. He served as a deacon, treasurer and Sunday
school teacher there until 1999 when he and Mary retired to Crossville, Tenn.,
where he continued to be active in church until returning to Ohio in 2011.
He and Mary traveled often in the early years of his retirement,
and some of their favorite journeys included cruises of the Caribbean and the
Alaskan coast and a trip to the Grand Canyon. If you had been somewhere before,
so had Virgil, and he'd be glad to tell you what he had thought and what roads
he had taken to get there. A nephew once told him he would make a good tour
guide. One of his favorite pastimes was reading. Anything in his line of vision
was fair game - from books, mostly history but Mary's romance novel would do if
it was the only thing nearby, to every single sign and historical marker at
every place he visited, even at Valley Forge when it was 100 degrees in the
shade.
He enjoyed listening to The Chuck Wagon Gang and Tom T. Hall, and
if there was a John Wayne or Clint Eastwood movie on TV, he would find it. Even
if he was asleep, "Hey," he'd stir if you even lightly brushed the
remote, "I'm watching that." He amassed a trove of trivia, and he
loved pulling from it to illustrate a point, join in a conversation or
"entertain" his grandchildren. Yes, there was nothing Virgil didn't
know - except that, sometimes, he was wrong. He wasn't easy on people, and he
made no apologies. He was stubborn and steadfast. But he was loved.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by two daughters: Pamela (the Rev. James) Childers, of Coshocton,
and Christine (Jeffrey) Rehmert, of Middletown; four
grandchildren: Ryan (Katie) Childers, of Hartford, Ky.; Holly (Kevin) Rehmert
McElwain, of Eaton; Tyler (Shelby) Rehmert, of Corinth, Miss.; and Vanessa
(Sainaga) Childers Srikantham, of Woodridge, Ill.; five great-grandchildren:
Kaegan, Dane, Kerrigan, Gavin and Audrey Ella; and three siblings: Margaret Dalton, Nellie Hall
and Charles Blankenship.
He was preceded in death by his parents and 7 siblings.
A celebration of life service will be at 1:00 p.m. Monday at
Baker-Stevens Funeral Home in Middletown, with the Rev. James Childers officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Coshocton, Coshocton Co., OH, Obituary
Published in the Coshocton Tribune on Apr. 14,
2014
Mary A. Shaw, 65, of Coshocton passed away at her home on Friday,
April 11, 2014 after a brief illness. Mary was born in Coshocton on October 24,
1948 to the late Charles E. Shaw and Dora M. (Johnson) Ulrich. She attended
Ridgewood High School and worked as a waitress and taxi dispatcher. She loved
spending time with her family and friends. Mary always went out of her way to
help others.
She is survived by her two daughters,
Maggie (Gerald) Kennedy and Carol (Wayne Blankenship) Shaw both of Coshocton; four grandchildren,
Tasha (Aaron) Slaughter, Hannah Shaw, Billy (Jayme) Mounts and Dwayne Blankenship; great
grandchildren, Alivia Day, Aadon Slaughter, Bella, Zoey, Landen Mounts,
Mickey, Gaige, Skylar, Brody and Charleigh Blankenship; several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews.
Along with her parents, she is preceded in death by her brother,
Alan Shaw and grandson, Nickelous Blankenship.
Friends may call at The Miller Funeral Home, 639 Main St., Coshocton on Wednesday, April 16, 2014 from 12:00 PM - 2:00
PM where funeral services will begin at 2:00 PM with Pastor Rick Bonice
officiating. Interment will follow in Franklin Township Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, West Lafayette, Coshocton Co., OH, Obituary
Published in the Coshocton Tribune on April 17, 2013
Marjorie A. Lower age 89, formerly of Coshocton, Ohio went home to
be with her Lord and Savior on April 15, 2013. She was born November 25, 1923
to the late Howard and Alma Brown Hartsock. She graduated from Keene High
School in 1941 and earned her teaching degree from Muskingum College in 1966.
She taught school for 32 years at Greenridge Parochial School, Fresno
Elementary, West Lafayette Elementary, and Ridgewood Junior High. After
retiring in 1988, she did substitute teaching at Hopewell, South Lawn
Elementary, Central Elementary, and West Lafayette Elementary for six years.
She was a member of the West Lafayette United Methodist Church where she was an
active member of the United Methodist Women and the West Lafayette Jr. Guild.
She also served as an active member of the Coshocton Senior Center Activity
Board, the Coshocton County Retired Teachers and a member of the Ohio Retired
Teachers. Her participation in all of the above were
very much enjoyed.
One of her greatest joys was being with her family and her many
friends. Sharing love and fellowship. She loved to
travel. She and her husband Kermit visited all fifty states except for Hawaii.
Going out to eat with family and friends was another activity she enjoyed very
much.
She is survived by her husband Kermit L. Lower whom she married
December 14, 1941 at the Roscoe Methodist Church. The wedding was officiated by the Reverend Paul Olinger. She is also
survived by two sons, Robert L. Lower (Meriem Jo Casey Lower) Centerburg, Ohio
and James E. Lower (Patty Frank Lower) Canal Fulton, Ohio; three granddaughters Andrea (Brian Adkins),
Carey, North Carolina, Amy (Dave Blankenship),
Grove City, Ohio, Rachel (Craig Mouldey) Port Colborne, Ontario, Canada; and
five grandsons. Eric Lower(Jennifer Johnson Lower), Dayton, Ohio, Steven Lower
(Joanna Diehl Lower), Columbus, Ohio, Brian Lower (Marcia Pardee Lower), Lewis
Center, Ohio, Michael Lower (Liza Moser Lower), Canal Fulton, Ohio, Kevin Lower
(Amy Venables Lower), Canal Fulton, Ohio, and Jonathan Lower, Kent, Ohio; also
surviving are 15 great-granddaughters and eight great-grandsons. One great
granddaughter is deceased.
Marjorie had five brothers, Russell, Willard, Howard, Richard,
Raymond and three sisters, Marie Olinger, Dorothy Tumblin, and Eva Ames all of
whom are deceased. She is survived by one sister in law Irma Hartsock
(Russell); and many nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Friday, April 19th at
the West Lafayette United Methodist Church with Pastor Sue Chidley, and
Reverend Charles Warren officiating. Burial will be at Coshocton Memory
Gardens.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, West Lafayette, Coshocton Co., OH, Obituary
The Times Reporter, (New Philadelphia, OH) - April 17, 2013
Marjorie A. Lower age 89, formerly of Coshocton, Ohio went home to
be with her Lord and Savior on April 15, 2013. She was born Nov. 25, 1923 to
the late Howard and Alma Brown Hartsock. She graduated from Keene High School
in 1941 and earned her teaching degree from Muskingum College in 1966. She
taught school for 32 years at Greenridge Parochial School, Fresno Elementary,
West Lafayette Elementary, and Ridgewood Junior High. After retiring in 1988,
she did substitute teaching at Hopewell, South Lawn Elementary, Central
Elementary, and West Lafayette Elementary for six years. She was a member of
the West Lafayette United Methodist Church where she was an active member of
the United Methodist Women and the West Lafayette Jr. Guild. She also served as
an active member of the Coshocton Senior Center Activity Board, the Coshocton
County Retired Teachers and a member of the Ohio Retired Teachers. Her
participation in all of the above were very much
enjoyed. One of her greatest joys was being with her family and her many
friends. Sharing love and fellowship. She loved to
travel. She and her husband, Kermit visited all 50 states except for Hawaii.
Going out to eat with family and friends was another activity she enjoyed very
much.
She is survived by her husband, Kermit L. Lower whom she married
Dec. 14, 1941 at the Roscoe Methodist Church. The wedding was officiated by the Reverend Paul Olinger. She is also
survived by two sons, Robert L. Lower (Meriem Jo Casey Lower) Centerburg, Ohio
and James E. Lower (Patty Frank Lower) Canal Fulton, Ohio. Three granddaughters, Andrea (Brian Adkins),
Carey, North Carolina, Amy (Dave Blankenship ),
Grove City, Ohio, Rachel (Craig Mouldey) Port Colborne, Ontario, Canada; and
five grandsons. Eric Lower (Jennifer Johnson Lower), Dayton, Ohio, Steven Lower
(Joanna Diehl Lower), Columbus, Ohio, Brian Lower (Marcia Pardee Lower), Lewis
Center, Ohio, Michael Lower (Liza Moser Lower), Canal Fulton, Ohio, Kevin Lower
(Amy Venables Lower), Canal Fulton, Ohio, and Jonathan Lower, Kent, Ohio. Also
surviving are 15 great-granddaughters and eight great-grandsons.
One great-granddaughter is deceased. Marjorie had five brothers,
Russell, Willard, Howard, Richard, Raymond and three sisters, Marie Olinger,
Dorothy Tumblin, and Eva Ames, all of whom are deceased.
She is survived by one sister-in-law, Irma Hartsock (Russell) and
many nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, April 19 at the
West Lafayette United Methodist Church with Pastor Sue Chidley, and Reverend
Charles Warren officiating. Burial will be at Coshocton Memory Gardens.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, West Lafayette, Coshocton Co., OH, Obituary
Published in the Coshocton Tribune on Nov. 29,
2014
Benny Cook, 66, of West Lafayette passed away on Thursday November
27, 2014 at his home. He was born in Oceana, WV on April 29, 1948 to the late
Christine and Seldon Cook.
Benny served in the United States Army during Vietnam War and
worked in the Coal Mines for 33 years. He loved to golf, fish and spend time
with his family.
He is survived by his wife, Brenda Cook of West Lafayette; son,
Travis Cook of Colorado Springs, CO; step-daughters, Teddi Hadrosky of
Frazeysburg, OH and Brooke Plute of South Bend, IN; brother, Gary Cook of
Kernersville, SC; brother-in-law, Gene Blankenship of Cyclone, WV; and a sister-in-law, Jenny
(Victor) Hottinger of Plainfield, OH.
Along with his parents he is preceded in death by his sister, Donna Blankenship.
Per Benny's wishes a cremation has taken place.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
SSDI; Blankenship,
Donna J., 69, 10Jun1941 - 13Feb2011, Cyclone, Wyoming, WV, WV-236-60-5934
Crawford
2013, Bucyrus, Crawford Co., OH, Obituary
Published in the Telegraph-Forum on April 3, 2013
Michelle Renae Ginn, 26, of Bucyrus passed away on Sunday at home,
her death was unexpected. Michelle was born March 28, 1987 in Bucyrus.
She is survived by father Michael R. (Brittany Horner) Ginn of
Bucyrus and mother Melonee (Noe) Harriger and her husband Brian who currently
resides in Mansfield; son Lyric V. Perez; brothers Michael Ray (Shana York)
Ginn Jr. of Bucyrus, Matt (Jaynee) Ginn of Bloomville; Paternal grandparents
Burnest and Judy Ginn of New Washington; special friends Gabriel and Bella
Rivera of Mansfield; aunts and uncles, Victor Noe Jr., Galion, Debra Noe,
Rosamond, CA, Burnest Ginn III, Tina Ginn, and Lori (Doug) Hoffbauer all of New
Washington, Iris Ridgeway of Bucyrus; cousins Colette (Randy), Dawn, Jason,
Christopher, Josh, Melissa, Jacob and Shawn (Tascha); Step sister Haley Brown
and half-sister Kalila Ginn; nieces Haley Blankenship, Lillian York, and Mya Ginn; as well as
numerous great aunts and uncles.
She was preceded in death by maternal grandparents Victor and Irene
Noe.
Michelle graduated from Buckeye Central H.S. and attended North
Central Technical College in the R.N. Program. She currently was attending
Marion Technical College to further her education. Michelle loved to sing and
dance with family and friends. She was well known in many area churches for her
singing. Michelle loved to draw and obtain knowledge but most of all she loved
raising her son and spending time with her family.
Funeral Services
will be held on Saturday at 11:00 am in the Munz-Pirnstill Funeral Home with
Pastor J.C. Church officiating, burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Bucyrus, Crawford Co., OH, Obituary
Published in the Telegraph-Forum on Nov. 14, 2013
Ramona E. Wurm, 65, of Bucyrus passed away on Nov. 12, 2013 in
O.S.U. Hospital, Columbus. Ramona
was born July 24, 1948 in Upper Sandusky to the late Hager J. Rhoden and Velma (Blankenship) Rhoden Roberts. She
was married June 22, 1969 to Charles Wurm who survives.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by brothers
Bruce, Eugene, Bill, and Orville Rhoden.
In addition to husband Charles, Ramona is survived by children,
Charla Wurm-Adams, New Washington, Charles (Christal) Wurm, Bucyrus, Sonja
(Kevin) Biglin, Bucyrus, Robert (Megan) Wurm, Green Bay, Wisc.; grandchildren,
Princeton, Malachi, Samuel, Elias, Mya, and Isla; brother, Glenn (Carrol)
Rhoden of Virginia; and sister, Katherine (Earnest) Hunsicker of Morral.
Ramona formerly taught the 4th grade at Holy Trinity School, taught
Head Start, and for several years was a real estate agent and sold Avon. She
attended Otterbein College and the O.S.U where she majored in Education. Ramona
was a member of Holy Trinity Catholic Church and the Rosary Altar Society. She
loved recording music 78 speed records in the back of a grocery store in Little
Sandusky Ohio with her Dad on the Banjo and her brother on Guitar and all other
members of her family singing as well. She loved her family and friends and
doing things for others as well as among other things singing (Bluegrass) and
baking apple pies. She was currently an Advocare Advisor and had hopes of
establishing a Guardian Angel Help Line.
Mass of Christian Burial will be Celebrated
on Saturday at 1:00 pm in the Holy Trinity Catholic Church with Father John
Miller as Celebrant, burial will follow in Holy Trinity Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
1930 Census, Laurel, Lewis Co., KY,
Rhoden, Hager 28, M, KY, Head,
Rhoden, Velma 20, F, KY, Wife,
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1940 Census, Eden Twp., Wyandot Co., OH,
Rhoden, ------- 39, M, KY, Head,
Rhoden, Velma 30, F, KY, Wife,
Rhoden, Bruce 09, M, KY, Son,
Rhoden, Katherine 07, F, KY, Dau,
Rhoden, Forest W. 04, M, OH, Son,
Rhoden, Orville 02, M, OH, Son,
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+2014, Bucyrus, Crawford Co., OH, Obituary
Published in the Telegraph-Forum on Jan. 20, 2014
Claude Burchett went home to be with his Lord on Friday Jan. 17,
2014, his death was unexpected. Claude was born March 23, 1929 in Carter County
KY to the late Jehu and Carrie (Fannin) Burchett. On October 4, 1959 he married
his sweetheart Harrietta (Vaughn) Blankenship Burchett and they have shared 54 years of life
together. Claude was a beloved husband and loving father and grandfather.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by son Richard Blankenship;
daughter Patricia Blankenship; great grandson Ethan Cripple Hawk; daughter in law Sherry Blankenship; brothers Roy, Henry, and Charles
Burchett; and sisters Viola Horsley and Coza Wells.
In addition to his wife, Claude is survived by sons Robert (Susie) Blankenship, Rural Nevada and Claude Edward Burchett of Colorado;
daughter Judith "Judi" (Arthur "Bud")
Cripple of Rural Marion; grandchildren
Beth (Mike Brown) Howlet, Lisa (Mike) McGuire, Theresa Parker, Richard (Robyn) Blankenship II,
Kelly (Jason) Converse, Jason (Courtney) Hawk, Matthew (Whitney) Blankenship, 16 great grandchildren, seven great great
grandchildren, and brother Wendell (Pat) Burchett of Graceland, KY.
Claude took pride in his work, retiring from Swan Rubber as a
maintenance supervisor as well as farming and school bus driving for the
Wynford School District where he was affectionately known as "Pappy".
He enjoyed farming, gardening, and had a passion for antique cars, especially
his 1930 Model A, which he took to car shows, winning many trophies. Claude
always enjoyed giving a helping hand to anyone in need. Claude was a member of
the First Baptist Church and served in the U.S. Army from 1951-1953. He was a
member of the American Legion Post 181 and the Bucyrus Moose Lodge #669.
Funeral Services will be held on Wednesday at 11:00 am in the
Munz-Pirnstill Funeral Home with Rev. Paul Dalrymple officiating, burial will
follow in Crawford County Memory Gardens.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Bucyrus, Crawford Co., OH, Obituary
Published in the Telegraph-Forum on Feb. 27, 2014
Carlene Louise (Miller) Judge, 49, of Bucyrus passed away on
Thursday February 20, 2014 at her home in Bucyrus. Carlene was born May 9, 1964
in Death Valley, CA to the late Chuck Miller and Helen L. (Blankenship) Swift.
She was married for 11 years to Mike Judge who passed away August
29, 2009. She was also preceded in death by brother
Mark and sister Kim.
Carlene is survived by sons Zack (Jennifer) Friend and Ethan Muniz;
four grandchildren; and brother Mike Miller.
Carlene moved to Bucyrus 16 years ago. She enjoyed helping
neighbors, doing crafts, and worked hard her entire life.
At Carlene's request there will be no formal calling hours or
service and arrangements are in the care of the Munz-Pirnstill Funeral Home.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Bucyrus, Crawford Co., OH, Obituary
Published in the Telegraph-Forum on Mar. 17, 2014
Dorothy May, 76, most recently of Bucyrus, passed away on Thursday
March 13, 2014 in Bucyrus. Dorothy was born December 6, 1937 in Welch, WV to
the late William and Mae (Hager) Jones.
She was married on October 1955 to Juniour May who preceded her in
death on July 27, 2005. In addition to her parents and husband, she was
preceded in death by son Edward Dean May; two brothers and three sisters.
Dorothy is survived by daughter Debra May of Delaware and son
Randal (Amy) May of Bucyrus; grandchildren Edward Jr., Sheena, Ashley, Tonya,
Brittany, Sasha, Jessica, Jayetta, and McKaylee; great- grandchildren Blaze,
Kylee, Tristan, Katlin, Kimberly, Kadence, Aubrey, and Silas; brother Howard
Jones and sisters Lodema Lester, Patricia Miliam all of Princeton, WV, and sister Imogene Blankenship of Big Sandy WV.
Dorothy worked at Heartland for 13 years and was a homemaker. She
lived many years in this area as well as West Virginia and N. Carolina. She had
been a member of the Freewill Baptist Church since 1962.
Funeral Services will be held on Tuesday at 1:00 pm in the Freewill
Baptist Church, Bucyrus with burial to follow in Oceola Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Bucyrus, Crawford Co., OH, Obituary
Published in the Telegraph-Forum on Apr. 24, 2014
Danny M. Blankenship,
59, of Bucyrus passed away on Monday April 21, 2014 at O.S.U. Hospital in Columbus, his death was unexpected.
Danny was born June 11, 1954 in Pikeville, KY to Reyford Blankenship of Bucyrus and the late Mildred (Wolford) Blankenship.
In addition to his mother, he was preceded in death by brothers, Kenneth and Ronnie; as well as nephew, Trent
Blankenship.
Danny is survived by his former wife, Sherry (Agee) Cuffman of
Bucyrus; sons, Josh of Bucyrus and Noah (Liza) of Bucyrus; grandchildren, Austin,
Kenton, Bailey, Anderson, Mikayla, and Essence; brothers, Carl, Keith (Patty) and Tommy all of Bucyrus; sisters,
Shelva Wadlington, Bucyrus, Vivian (Ernie) Weimer, Galion, Gail (George) Coop,
Venice FL and Judy Snyder of Wooster, OH; sister in law, Josephine Blankenship; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Danny worked at Swan for 28 years and was a graduate of Bucyrus
High School.
Funeral Services will be held on Saturday at 3:00 pm in the
Munz-Pirnstill Funeral Home.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Bucyrus, Crawford Co., OH, Obituary
Published in the Telegraph-Forum on July 10, 2014
Walter "Shorty" Blankenship, 88, of Bucyrus passed away on Tuesday July 8, 2014 at Mill
Creek in Galion at 3:25 pm. Walter
was born July 12, 1925 in Marion to the late Clyde and Dena Adeline (Withrow) Blankenship.
He was married Nov. 28, 1942 to Annabell (Hull) who preceded him in
death on June 22, 2005.
In addition to his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by son Walter Jr., grandsons David Blankenship and Rick Banks, 4 brothers and 3 sisters.
Walter is survived by daughter,
Nancy (David) Banks of Erie PA; son, David (Debbie) Blankenship of Shiloh; daughter in law, Carol
Blankenship of Bucyrus; eight
grandchildren, 14 great grandchildren; and his special friend and traveling
companion, Katie Burling of Bucyrus.
Walter retired from Galion Iron Works-Dresser after 32 years. He
was a WWII Navy Veteran, U.S. Seaman First Class. Walter served on an LCT and
participated in the Invasion of Normandy. He was a Life Member of the VFW 1078
and of the Bucyrus Moose Lodge #669.
Graveside Services will be held on Saturday at 1:00 pm in Oakwood
Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Crestline, Crawford Co., OH, Obituary
Published in the Telegraph-Forum on May 31, 2013
Lester L. Althauser, Jr., 77, of Crestline died Wednesday, May 29,
2013 at Riverside Methodist Hospital in Columbus. He has been in failing health
since 2006. Lester was born July 16, 1935 in Bucyrus to the late Lester L and
Dorothy (Shank) Althauser.
He attended school at Bucyrus and while in school, worked at
Walther Hardware and BP before taking a position at Timken as a machine
operator. This is where he met Roberta L. Hetrick and on April 17, 1964 they
were married. Jr. retired in 1990 and shortly
thereafter, took a security position for a number of years working in the
Timken guard shack until his wife retired. Jr. was known as an "excessive
compulsive workaholic" and a perfectionist. He took meticulous care of his
cars, mowers and especially his 1977 GMC Pick Up which he loved tinkering with
and taking to car shows. Earlier in his life, Jr. showed Quarter Horses around
parts of Ohio and he and Roberta went on many snow skiing trips to northern
Michigan and New York. More recently he cherished time with his special niece
and two nephews where his main job was to make sure the bikes were ready to
roll. He has been a lifelong fisherman and he enjoyed watching NASCAR; always
cheering for Dale Sr. when he was alive. Neighbors new him as
the energizer bunny because he was always accomplishing tasks, even if Roberta
asked him not to do because of safety concerns. He loved being
productive, attending Church at Wayside Chapel when healthy and he always
treated people right.
In addition to Roberta, his wife of 49 years, Les is survived by
three children, Renae Jones of Bucyrus, Deborah Sue (Mike) Burmen of Indiana
and Todd Althauser of rural Bucyrus; one step-daughter, Beth Mueller of
Tonasket, Wash.; five grandchildren, Deric Lauthers, Emily Coppler both of
Bucyrus, Chad Burmen of Toledo and Catie Burmen of Indiana; two
step-grandchildren, Lavonne Soddard and Ronny Hopkins and seven great
grandchildren. He is also survived by a brother, Harold (Annie) Stinehelfer of
Bucyrus a sister, Margaret Groves; a sister-in-law,
Marylin (Tom) Blankenship of Tiro and numerous nieces
and nephews, three who were
especially close with him, Josh, Kaleb and Mikayla Blankenship.
Jr. is preceded in death by his parents, a granddaughter, Kellee
Shambaugh and a nephew, Brian Stinehelfer.
His family will receive friends from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Saturday,
June 1 at Wise Funeral Service where his funeral will begin that day at 1:00
p.m. with Pastor Timothy Compton officiating. Burial will follow in Oakwood
Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Crestline, Crawford Co., OH, Obituary
Published in the Telegraph-Forum on Nov. 24, 2014
Minda M. Pry, 81,
Crestline, died Sunday, November 23, 2014 surrounded by her family and loved
ones in Bucyrus, [Crawford Co., OH]. Minda was born in Argo, KY on August 25,
1933 to the late Aaron and Laura (Dotson) Blankenship, Sr.
Minda worked and retired from Swan Rubber, Bucyrus. Minda was very
proud of her grandchildren, enjoyed knitting and making blankets for all her
family and everything she cooked was very special.
She is survived by a loving companion, Kenneth Pry, Bucyrus, her
two daughters, Charlene (Glenn) Butler, Clay City, KY, Darlene (James
"Woody") Dyer, Bucyrus, one son, Richard Lester, Crestline, eight
grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. She is also survived by two sisters, Freeda Blankenship, Bucyrus, Joanne Dotson, Clay City, KY, and a brother Aaron Blankenship, Jr., Freeburn, KY, and numerous nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by one granddaughter, Kenna Raye Butler,
her two brothers, Edward Blankenship, Sidney Blankenship,
and four sisters, Laura Mae Blankenship, Ada Mapes, Ida Dotson, and Geneva Chapman.
Funeral services will be held at 1:00 PM on Wednesday, November 26
at Mark A. Schneider Funeral Home, 223 West Main Street, Crestline, with Pastor
Scott Buell officiating. Burial will follow in Oakwood Cemetery, Bucyrus.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Tiro, Crawford Co., OH, Obituary
Published in the Telegraph-Forum on July 10, 2014
Richard Young, 89, of rural Tiro passed away on Tuesday July 8,
2014 at Heartland of Bucyrus
following an extended illness. Richard was born March 23, 1925 in Camp Dix, KY
to the late Earl and Nora (Blankenship) Young.
He was married to Cinda (Tackett) Young who preceded him in death
in 2006. He was also preceded in death by sons Terry and Douglas; and brothers Herbert, Coy, Raymond, Harry, and Clyde Young.
Mr. Young is survived by son Michael and wife Diane of Bucyrus;
grandchildren Christine (Young) Stander, Bucyrus; Corie Young of Pottersville,
NY; and Heather (Young) McMillen of Mt. Gilead; 6 great grandchildren, Emily
and Sarah Smith, Bucyrus; Terry Young of Pottersville, NY; Hannah and MaKayla
McMillen of Mt. Gilead; and Madison Hagopian of Mt. Gilead; 1 great great
grandson Douglass Delvecchio of Bucyrus; and brother Clifford Young of Bucyrus.
Richard lived most of his life in the Bucyrus area and attended Mt.
Zion School. He was a U.S. Army veteran during WWII serving in the Pacific
Theatre. Richard received the Bronze Star, The Victory Medal, Good Conduct
Medal, and the Asiatic Pacific Theatre Ribbon. He was a member of the VFW 1078
and the Bucyrus Moose Lodge. Richard retired from the Bucyrus Blades in 1990.
Graveside Services will be held on Thursday July 10, 2014 at 4:00
pm in Oakland Cemetery, Tiro with Rev. Carl Angel officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
1940 Census, Tod Twp., Crawford Co., KY,
Young, Earl 45, M, OH, Head,
Young, Nora 42, F, KY, Wife,
Young, Raymond 23, M, KY, Son,
Young, Clyde 21, M, KY, Son,
Young, Harry 17, M, KY, Son,
Young, Richard 15, M, VA, Son,
Young, Clifford 12, M, KY, Son,
Young, Coy 10,
M, KY, Son,
Young, Herbert 06, M, KY, Son,
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Cuyahoga
2013, Cleveland, Cuyahoga Co., OH, Obituary
The Plain Dealer, (Cleveland, OH) - January 23, 2013
Helen Peterson (nee Jacobson), 85. Beloved wife of the late
Louis. Loving mother of Leslie (deceased) and Larry
(Sherry) Peterson. Grandmother of Adler Nicole Peterson.
Loving sister of Anna Petrovich (Gustav, deceased), Mildred
Van Kannel (Paul, deceased), John Jacobson (Judy), and Thomas Jacobson
(Laverne). Devoted daughter of John and Anna Jacobson (both deceased).
Special aunt of Kay Frank (Gary,
deceased), Paula Zink (Andreas), Jane Hornik (Dr. Paul), Donald Van Kannel,
Martin Van Kannel (Linda), Joy
Blankenship (Kurt), Jill McGarr (Robert), Laura Barnet (John), and David Jacobson
(Jessica). Great aunt and great-great aunt of many.
Family and friends are invited for a Memorial Service Friday,
January 25, 2013 at 11 AM at Divinity Lutheran Church, 11877 Blossom Ave.,
Parma Heights, Ohio 44130.
In lieu of flowers, contributions are suggested to Divinity
Lutheran Church. Arrangements by Yurch Funeral Home 216-398-1010 ~
www.YurchFunerals.com
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Cleveland,
Cuyahoga Co., OH, Obituary
The Rev. Wheeler Blankenship departed this
life with his Lord on Wednesday, Feb. 20, 2013, in Cleveland, Ohio. He was born
at Stopover, July 13, 1947, the son of the late Hayes and Rittie (Blankenship) Blankenship and the grandson
of his namesake, the Rev. Wheeler Blankenship I and Janie (Vance) Blankenship.
As a young man, he served as a U.S.
Marine and was later employed as a surface mine blaster. But more importantly,
he was a servant of the Lord. Throughout his Christian walk, he served as a
teacher and assistant pastor at Faith Tabernacle Church and was pastor of The
Eagle’s Nest Church, until his declining health prevented it. Through all the
battles with sickness, Wheeler fought a good fight and kept the faith.
In addition to his parents, Wheeler was
preceded in death by the following: one brother, Taft Blankenship, formerly of
Chicago, Ill.; two sisters, Ruth Justice, formerly of Cincinnati, and Phyllis
Blankenship, who died as a baby; his father-in-law who felt like a dad, James E.
Dotson; and one sister-in-law, Clara Dotson.
Many are left to cherish the memories of
this loved one. He was married 43 years to Joyce (Dotson) Blankenship. They were
blessed with one son, Benjamin Blankenship, and a special daughter-in-law,
Stephanie (Wolford) Blankenship. God granted
them with the loves of their lives, their grandchildren Trey, Hannah, and Lola.
In addition, Wheeler leaves behind the following: an older son, Steven Blankenship; a daughter,
Earlene Dotson, and
granddaughter, Carli Griffith; two brothers, Sherman (Carol) Blankenship and Hayes (Sharon) Blankenship, both of
Stopover; one sister, Velma Huff of Colorado; his mother-in-law who
was more like a second mom, Reba Dotson; four brothers-in-law, Dennis Dotson,
Billy (Mitzie) Dotson, Carl (Donna) Dotson and Jerry (Trish) Dotson, all of
Majestic; two sisters-in-law, Sue (George) Compton and Bonnie Daniels and son
Jamey, all of Majestic; along with a host of nephews, nieces and friends; and
Faith Tabernacle Church of Majestic.
Funeral services were held at 1 p.m.
Monday, Feb. 25, in the Faith Tabernacle Church with the Revs. Charles Meek, Odis Blankenship and
Harold Layne officiating. Burial followed at Mounts Bottom (Sugar
Hill), Majestic. Pallbearers were nephews and friends.
Posted by Pamela
Estep
+2013, Cleveland, Cuyahoga Co.,
OH, Funeral
The Plain Dealer, (Cleveland, OH) - February 23, 2013
Douglas A. Blankenship, beloved father, brother and fiance.
Funeral Monday 10:30 a.m. at Mt. Sinai
Baptist Church, 7510 Woodland Ave.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Cleveland,
Cuyahoga Co., OH, Obituary
The Plain Dealer, (Cleveland, OH) - February 26, 2013
Audra J. Hughes (nee Henderson) age 87. Loving mother of Betty
Bullington (the late Jack), Wilma Morrison (the late Doug), Bertha McPherson
(James), Velive Kilpatrick, Sandra Kelly (Tom), Kathy Bailey (Dave), Charles, Alice (Jeff Blankenship ), Michael (Carol) and the late Linda Lee;
grandmother of 22; great-grandmother of 39; sister of the late Bill, Norma
Massey, Ezra, Ruth Lawson, Thomas and Denny; aunt of many.
Preceded in death by her beloved dog, Arty. Passed
away Feb. 24, 2013.
Friends may call at Chambers Funeral Home, 4420 Rocky River Dr. at
Puritas, Wednesday 4-7 P.M.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Cleveland, Cuyahoga Co., OH, Obituary
The Plain Dealer, (Cleveland, OH) - May 5, 2013
James D. Holomon, 21, departed May 2, 2013. Beloved
son of Leslie Blankenship and Eugene Holomon;
father of Jamier, James Jr. and Brayden.
Viewing will be held Wednesday, May 8 at 10 a.m., where funeral
services will follow at 10:30 a.m. at Zion Hill M.B.C., 11115 Kinsman Ave.,
Cleveland, OH.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Cleveland, Cuyahoga Co., OH, Obituary
Published in Salisbury Post on July 14, 2013
Gene Edward Gagean, 72, of Cleveland, passed away Thursday, July
11, 2013, at his residence. He was born Feb. 21, 1941, in Connellsville, Pa.,
the son of the late Joseph and Sara Cole Gagean. Mr. Gagean was a veteran of
the U.S. Army and retired after 23 years as a coal miner.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his daughter,
Christal Lee Gagean; brothers Sonny Gagean and Tommy Gagean; sisters Linda
Mathis, Dolly Dorner, Pat Vernon and Pearl Gagean.
Those left to cherish his memory are son John Gagean (Lisa Lee Ann)
of Cleveland; daughters Teresa Gagean of Cleveland, Linda Gagean Binkley
(Shane) of Cleveland and Christine Gagean of Salisbury; sister Quilla Clark of
Ohio; grandchildren Christal
Binkley, Brittany Gullett, Becky Moore (Nathan), Miranda Blankenship, Shane Binkley Jr., J. D. Binkley and Trevor Gagean-Dixon; great-grandchildren
Edan Binkley, Anna Bella Ingram and Brayton Moore; step-grandchildren Brain,
Steven and Josh Hamm; and a host of nieces, nephews and friends.
The family will hold a private service.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Cleveland, Cuyahoga Co., OH, Obituary
The Plain Dealer, (Cleveland, OH) - November 20, 2013
Adriana Lynne Derosett (Osorio) 35. Loving and
devoted mother of Sophia. Dearest wife of Robert
Osorio. Precious daughter of Roger Derosett and Ramona (nee Blankenship)
and David Wood. Sister of Crystal (Chris). Aunt
of Dominick and "Tite" to many. Granddaughter of Jerry and Clair Blankenship,
and Donald and Hilda Wood. Adriana leaves behind many aunts, uncles, cousins
and a host of friends, her doggie Buddy, and her cat Baby. She gave her heart
and time to everyone she met and continued to give through Life Banc.
Funeral service Friday at 1PM at Golubski Funeral Home, 5986 Ridge
Rd., Parma where visitation will be held from 11AM until time of service.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Cleveland, Cuyahoga Co., OH, Obituary
The Plain Dealer, (Cleveland, OH) - January 29, 2014
Carla-Jean Fee, age 60, of Brook Park, passed away peacefully on
January 25, 2014.
Carla-Jean was preceded in death by Jeffrey Martin Fee, her beloved
husband.
Loving mother of Ryan and Cory. Dear sister
of Boyd "Skip"
Blankenship, Jr. Cherished
grandmother of Aries and Aidane.
The family will receive friends in celebration of Carla-Jean's life
at Humenik Funeral Chapel, 14200 Snow Road on Thursday, January 30 from 10-11
A.M., where a memorial service will be held at 11 A.M.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Cleveland, Cuyahoga Co., OH, Obituary
Published in The Plain Dealer ,
from Apr. 27 to Apr. 28, 2014
Lois R. Walters, 80, of Cleveland, passed away Friday, April 25,
2014. Lois was born in Cleveland to the late Herman and Bertha (nee
Datchefski).
She is survived by her loving husband of 57 years, Roland G.
Walters; children Judy (Rick) Blankenship and
Janet (Jeff) Bartell; grandchildren Christie (Gabe) Smolik, Leah (Deano)
Bevelacqua, Zach Bartell and Katie Bartell and great-grandchildren Hannah, Kaden,
Liliana and Jozie. She is also survived by her brothers, Albert (Elaine,
deceased) Behrendt and Robert (Virginia, deceased) Behrendt.
Memorial Services will take place on Tuesday, April 29, 2014, 7
P.M. at Holy Cross Lutheran Church, 4260 Rocky River Dr., Cleveland, OH 44135. Private inurnment in Sunset Memorial Park at a later date.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Cleveland, Cuyahoga Co., OH, Obituary
The Plain Dealer, (Cleveland, OH) - July 30, 2014
Audrey R. Blankenship, 66, of Cleveland, Ohio. Dear mother of Wayne, Andy Verhovic
(Lisa), James and Jill (David) Shantery.
Audrey passed away after years of being ill on Sunday, July 27th
2014.
Per her wishes there will be no services. She will be greatly
missed by family & friends.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Olmsted Falls, Cuyahoga Co., OH, Obituary
http://www.meaningfulfunerals.net/fh/obituaries/obituary.cfm?o_id=2483179&fh_id=10639
Margaret E. (nee Blankenship) Miller age 85. Beloved wife of the late Robert J.; loving mother
of Donald J. and Cheryl Ann; grandmother of Jacob; sister of Judean Paul (Larry). Passed
away April 16, 2014.
Funeral Mass Wednesday, April 23, St. Mary of the Falls Church
(25615 Bagley Rd. Olmsted Falls) at 10 A.M. Interment Holy Cross Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Olmsted Falls, Cuyahoga Co., OH, Obituary
The Plain Dealer, (Cleveland, OH) Date: June 11, 2014
Robert W. Lesheski, age 61 of Olmsted Falls, passed away June 6,
2014.
Beloved husband of Mary Patricia (nee Palshaw); loving father of
David (Racheal); dear son of Eleanor and the late Leonard Sr.; brother of Patricia Lesheski, Judy (Robie) Blankenship , Sandy
(Leonard) Wolford, Larry (Mary Jo) Lesheski, Lenny Lesheski Jr., Maryann (Jeff)
Johnston and David Lesheski; adored uncle of 9.
Bob was a U.S. Marines Veteran serving during the Viet Nam War. He
loved his family, dogs, playing on the computer and watching movies.
A Nicheside Service will be held Thursday, June 12, 2014 at 10 a.m.
in Sunset Memorial Park, 6265 Columbia Rd., North Olmsted. Please meet in the
Sunset Chapel parking lot.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Parma Heights, Cuyahoga Co., OH, Obituary
Parma Sun Post (OH) - February 9, 2013
Helen Peterson (nee Jacobson), 85, of Parma Heights, died Jan. 22.
She was wife of the late Louis; mother of Larry Peterson (Sherry) and the late
Leslie; grandmother of Adler Nicole
Peterson; sister of Anna Petrovich (Gustav, deceased), Mildred Van Kannel
(Paul, deceased), John Jacobson (Judy), and Thomas Jacobson (Laverne); aunt of
Kay Frank (Gary, deceased), Paula Zink (Andreas), Jane Hornik (Dr. Paul),
Donald Van Kannel, Martin Van Kannel (Linda), Joy Blankenship (Kurt), Jill McGarr (Robert), Laura Barnet
(John), and David Jacobson (Jessica); great-aunt and great-great aunt of many.
Mass was celebrated Jan. 25 at Divinity Lutheran Church, 11877
Blossom Ave., Parma Heights, OH 44130.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Parma, Cuyahoga Co., OH, Obituary
The Plain Dealer, (Cleveland, OH) Date: June 11, 2014
Mary Ann Blankenship
(nee Antl). 86. Passed away June 8, 2014.
Beloved wife of the late William
"Charlie". Most loving mother of Sandra (Tom) Schill, David,
Eric (Carol), Susan
(Edward) Haller, Terry,
Leslie (deceased), Cynthia
(Gary) Lucas, and Kurt
(Joy). Grandmother and great-grandmother of many.
Sister of Robert Antl and Bernice Males (deceased). She was a sister-in-law,
aunt, and great-aunt.
Family and friends are invited to the Memorial Service at Parma
Lutheran Church, 5280 Broadview Rd., Parma, OH 44134 Saturday, June 21, 2014 at
3 p.m.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Parma, Cuyahoga Co., OH, Obituary
Published in The Plain Dealer from July 23 to
July 25, 2014
Carl Jacklitch, age 60, of Parma, Ohio. Beloved husband of Beverly Z. Jacklitch (nee Blankenship-Dartey) whom he married June 24, 1978; loving father of Carl Jonathan
Jacklitch (Jennifer Jasiekiewicz) of Stow, Ohio and Susan Amy Jacklitch
(Nicholas Cieslewicz) of North Olmsted, Ohio; dear brother of Edward Jacklitch
(Carol, deceased) of San Jose, California; son of the late Edward and Amy
Virginia (nee Forster) Jacklitch. He is also survived by many extended family
and dear friends.
Carl worked for 21 years at the Greater Cleveland Food Bank as a
driver bringing food to people who have fallen on hard times. He was a valued,
loyal and committed member of an organization dedicated to feeding the hungry.
Over the many years he worked at the Food Bank he played a part in providing
millions of meals to people in need. He will be sorely missed by his co-workers
and the people he served. Carl enjoyed horseshoes, fishing, camping, riding his
Harley-Davidson, classic rock, and time spent at his backyard campfire.
Funeral service to be held on Saturday, July 26, 2014 at 2 p.m. at
the Busch Funeral Home, 7501 Ridge Rd., Parma, where family will receive
friends from 11 a.m. until the time of services at 2 p.m. Carl's nephew Rev.
James Lovejoy and brother-in-law Rev. Simon Blankenship will officiate
the service.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Strongsville,
Cuyahoga Co., OH,
Obituary
The Plain Dealer, (Cleveland, OH) - September 10, 2013
Doug Blankenship,
47, passed away September 7, 2013.
Beloved husband of Laurie. Loving father of Ashley
Rodano and Madison Blankenship. Brother of Duane (Maryellen). Devoted son of Loretta
and the late Jim Novak. Also survived by his father, Herbert
''Bill'' Blankenship. Stepfather of Heather and Austin Campbell. Cherished uncle of James Anthony Blankenship. Loving
and playful nephew and cousin. Proud member of
Alcoholics Anonymous.
Visitation 4-7 p.m. Thursday at Jardine Funeral Home, 15822 Pearl
Rd., Strongsville, Funeral service to follow at 7 p.m. Interment private.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Dayton
2013, Englewood, Dayton Co., OH, Obituary
Published in Dayton Daily News on Oct. 27,
2013
Martha L. Custer, age 90, of passed away on Sunday, October 20,
2013. Born October 14, 1923 in Glen Carbon, IL to the late John and Mayme (Blankenship) Cominsky, she is
also preceded in death by her husband Harold Custer, brothers James, John,
Paul, and sister Margaret.
Survivors include her brothers Larry Cominsky and wife Dorothy of
Sagamore Hills, Ohio and Robert Cominsky of Centerville, Ohio.
"Marty" retired from GM and was a long time resident of Englewood.
Memorial services will be at a later date at the Tobias Funeral
Home Englewood Chapel, 675 West Wenger Road.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
1940 Census, Trimble Twp., Athens Co., OH,
Cominsky, John 51, M, Poland, Head,
Cominsky, Mayme L. 50, F, MO, Wife,
Cominsky, Martha L. 16, F, IL, Dau,
Cominsky, Robert L. 14, M, IL, Son,
Cominsky, Lawrence E. 09, M, IL, Son,
Masters, Paul E. 22, M, MO, SSon,
https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/KWDG-FBD
1930 Census, Glen Carbon, Madison Co., IL,
Cominsky, John M. 40, M, Poland Head,
Cominsky, Mamie L. 40, F, MO, Wife,
Cominsky, James 18, M, OH, Son,
Cominsky, John Jr. 14, M, IL, Son,
Masters, Paul 12, M, MO, SSon,
Cominsky, Martha 06, F, IL, Dau,
Cominsky, Robert 04, M, IL, Son,
https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/XS17-7F1
1920 Census, Salem, Dunklin Co., MO,
Masters, William A. 45, M, MO, Head,
Masters, Mamie 41, F, MO, Wife,
Masters, Elmer G. 15, M, MO, Son,
Masters, Luther J. 13, M, MO, Son,
Masters, Henry J. 11, M, MO, Son,
Masters, Marion M. 09, M, MO, Son,
Masters, Nil G. 06, M, MO, Son,
Masters, Mary R. 04, F, MO, Dau,
Masters, Paul C. 00, M, MO, Son,
https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/M84C-MQ8
1920 Census, Polk, Nodaway Co., MO,
Masters, Ott 43, M, MO, Head,
Masters, Mayme 41, F, MO, Wife,
https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/M8C6-RBX
Ohio, County Marriages; https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/K81F-4XN
Cominsky, Lawrence E. 20, - Crews, Dorothy
J. 20, - 13 Nov 1950, Montgomery Co.,
S/o John M Cominsky & Mayme
Blankenship – D/o Freeman Crews & Mary Smith
Darke
+2014, Gettysburg, Darke Co., OH, Obituary
Janice L. "Jan" Thomas, age 83, of Gettysburg, Ohio, passed away on Saturday, January 25,
2014 at 3:25 PM at her residence. She was born on February 26, 1930 in
Lewisburg, Ohio, to the late Walter
E. & Martha H. (Rice) Blankenship.
She is survived by her children, Linda Crowe of Greenville, Ohio,
David Kolling of Greenville, Jimmy (Micki) Kolling of Kansas, Carol (Terry)
Lawson of Greenville and Pam (Todd) Boose of Kentucky; 10 grandchildren; 11
great grandchildren; brothers and
sisters in law, Roger (Mildred) Blankenship of Lewisburg, Ohio, Steve Blankenship
of Brookville, Ohio, David
Blankenship of California and Joe Blankenship of California; sisters, Ondalea Keppel of Bradford, Ohio, and June Blankenship & Lois Wollenhaupt of
Bradford; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
Jan was a member of the Greenville South Jehovah's Witnesses. She
was a press operator at Stanhope Products in Brookville, Ohio for 21 years. She
loved traveling, crocheting, flowers, gardening and working outside in the
yard.
In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her brothers, Marvin, Bruce and Kenneth Blankenship; sister Melissa Norvell; infant brother
Walter Blankenship and a son and daughter in infancy.
There will be a private memorial service held at the convenience of
the family. Burial will be in the Roselawn Cemetery, Lewisburg, Ohio.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Greenville, Darke Co., OH, Obituary
Published in The Daily Advocate from Nov. 26 to
Nov. 27, 2013
Webb J. Devor, 83, of Greenville, passed away late evening Nov. 24,
2013, at the Kettering Medical Center in Dayton,
[Montgomery Co., OH]. He was born March 30, 1930, in
Greenville, son of the late Webb E. and Justina F. (Iddings) Devor.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife,
Norma Jean (Tedder) Devor on April 19, 2009; brothers, Robert, Norman, James,
and Jack Devor; and sisters, Martha Cole and Deloris Pepple.
A veteran of the US Army, Webb had served during the Korean
Conflict. He was retired from Conrail Railroad. He was a member of the VFW,
American Legion, Shriners, Masonic Lodge, Scottish Rite,
Darke County Fish and Game Club and the Darke County Democratic Party.
He is survived by his daughter,
Annette Blankenship; grandchildren,
Bethaleen J. (Blankenship) Hawes, and Katrina N.
Blankenship; great-grandchildren, Alana, Lilliana,
and Elena Jean Blankenship; son-in-law,
Mickel Blankenship; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Services with full military honors by the Greenville Veterans Honor
Guard will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday at the Oliver-Floyd Funeral Home in
Greenville. Burial will follow in the Greenville Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Greenville, Darke Co., OH, Obituary
Published in The Daily Advocate from June 23 to
June 24, 2014
Karen K. Meier, 70, of Greenville, Ohio, lost her seven year battle
with cancer on June 22, 2014, at State of the Heart Hospice Center in
Greenville, Ohio. She was born Aug. 18, 1943, in Darke County, the daughter of
the late James and Dorothy (Harrison) Mills.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother,
Robert Mills.
Karen was very active in 4-H having been an adviser for 50 years
with the Silver Hoofs 4-H Club as well as being a key leader for Darke County
4-H horse activities.
She is survived by her husband, of 36 years, Dale A. Meier, whom
she had married Oct. 30, 1977; children, Beth (Ramey) Israel of Greenville,
Mary (Patrick) Neill of Union City, Ohio, and Scot Meier of Greenville;
grandchildren, Tyrel and Ethan Israel and Hunter Wyatt Meier; brothers and sisters, Carolyn (Wilbur) Petitjean of
Versailles, Joyce (Tom) Cline of Union City, Ind., Rhonda (Terry) Blankenship of West
Alexandria, Ohio, Billy (Pam) Mills of Richmond, Ind., Jim Mills of
Hollansburg, and Ron Mills of Hollansburg; and numerous nieces and nephews,
including special nieces Serena (Terry) Creech and Athena (Steve) Miller.
Services will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday at the Oliver-Floyd
Funeral Home in Greenville. Burial will follow in the Greenville Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Delaware
2014, Concord Twp., Delaware Co., OH, Obituary
Published in www.News-Herald.com on Nov. 16, 2014
Private Memorial service for Dolores Kenesky, age 79, of Concord
township was held at the Spear-Mulqueeny Funeral Home in Painesville.
Dolores was born September 29, 1935 in Kent, Pa. She passed away
November 11, 2014 at her daughter's home in Huntsburg [Twp.,
Geauga Co., OH].
Survivors include her son, James (Patricia) Kenesky; daughter, Sharon (Eddie) Blankenship; grandchildren, Ben Christman, Pete (Sheila)
Christman, Joshua (Mandy) Kenesky, Jenny Christman, and Travis Kenesky, Pete (Michelle) Blankenship, Shanon
(David) Fawbush; great grandchildren, Madeline, Ethan C., Ian, Alexis, Dylan,
J. D., Kailey, Olivia, Landon, Emily, and Ethan K., Kayla, Amanda and Tyler;
sister, Mary (Carl) Schumer; many nieces and nephews also survive.
She was preceded in death by her husband Theodore; sons, Teddy
Kenesky, Gary Kenesky; parents, Joseph and Mary (Zambanini )
Balazs; grandson, Brandon Blankenship; sister, Margaret Michaels; and
brother-in-law, Joseph Kenesky, Jr.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Eddie A. Blankenship – b.05Jul1944 -
Huntsburg, OH; https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:KRW5-GF4
Relatives: Shannon L. Blankenship,
2014, Delaware, Delaware
Co., OH, Obituary
Published in The Columbus Dispatch on Mar. 14,
2014
Doris Ann Summerfield, 77, of Delaware and formerly of Gahanna,
passed away Wednesday afternoon, March 12, 2014 at Grady Memorial Hospital. She
was born April 7, 1936 in Mingo County, West Virginia to John Halley and Martha
(Phillips) Halley.
She retired from Friendship Village in Columbus after many years as
a STNA. Doris was a former member of the Gahanna Freewill Baptist Church and
most recently was attending the Delaware Christian Church. She enjoyed casinos,
especially playing slot machines and she loved spending time with her
grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Left to cherish her memory are her children, Sheryl Powell of
Delaware, Debbie (Keith) Edwards of Lawton, Oklahoma, "Bub" (Karlene)
Sykes of Delaware, Sandy Conrad of LaGrange, Ohio, and Robert (Ivy) Summerfield
of Denton, Texas; 13 grandchildren and nine great grandchildren; numerous
nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Robert H.
Summerfield in 2012, grandson Anson Edwards, four sisters Elsie Varney, Patricia Summerfield, Geraldine Cisco and Brenda Blankenship and two brothers David and John
"Butch" Halley.
Funeral service will be at the Snyder Rodman Funeral Center, 1510
W. William Street at Valleyside Drive, Delaware, on Saturday, March 15 at 11
a.m. Graveside service will then be held at 2 p.m. at the Franklin Hills Memory
Gardens in Canal Winchester.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Delaware, Delaware Co., OH, Obituary
Published in The Columbus Dispatch on Aug. 2,
2014
Ralph James Vogel Jr., 75, of Delaware passed away early Thursday
morning July 31, 2014 in the emergency room at Grady Memorial Hospital in
Delaware surrounded by his loving family. He was born November 9, 1938 in Columbus
to the late Ralph James Vogel Sr. and Mary Elouise (Lafferty) Vogel.
He served his country as a member of the United States Air Force
and retired from the Plumbers and Pipefitters Local #189 of Columbus. Ralph was
a member of the Delaware Moose Lodge and he enjoyed golfing. He was an avid fan
of the Cleveland Browns, Cleveland Indians and the Ohio State Buckeyes.
Left to cherish his memory is his wife of 30 years, Carolyn (Blankenship); sons,
James Alan Vogel of Grove City, Chris (Elaine) Vogel of Lewis Center, Stephen
M. Vogel and Mark A. Vogel of Worthington; daughter, Sheri Ann Vogel of
Pickerington; stepson, Robert (Linda) Russell of Canal Winchester; step
daughters, Pam (Frank) Beaver and Carrie Decker of Sunbury; eight
grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren; sister, Mary Cecilia Seibert of
Lewis Center; several nieces and nephews and a host of friends.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by brothers
Joseph and George Vogel.
Private family graveside service will be held at a later date.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Erie
2013, Castalia, Erie Co., OH, Obituary
Sandusky Register (OH) - February 18, 2013
Joseph D. Reed, age 48, of Castalia, died Monday, Feb. 18, 2013, in
his residence, following a lengthy illness. He was born Sept. 13, 1964, in
Berlin Heights, and was a 1982 graduate of EHOVE. He owned and operated Reed
Supply in Castalia, and loved motorcycles.
Joe is survived by his parents, John and Carolyn Reed of Castalia;
one daughter, Jennifer L. Reed of Toledo; two sons, Lucas A. Reed of Castalia,
and Andrew D. Reed of Columbus; six grandchildren, Hunter, Lance, and Casey
Reed, Noah and Hannah Kearns, and Amirah Stokes; his companion of many years,
Marlene Taylor; her children, Mariah Riedy, Dalten, Gabriel, and Deven Taylor;
three sisters, Sandy (Rick) Fayard
of Missouri, Mary Jo (Mike) DeChant of Huron, and Karen (Terry) Blankenship of
Castalia; six brothers, Mike Reed of Clyde, Thomas Reed of Findlay, James
(Lisa) Reed of Indiana, Robert Reed of Fostoria, Ohio, Paul (Mary) Reed of
Clyde, and Johnny (Niki) Reed of Bellevue; and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his sister, Patricia Reed; and brother,
Daniel Reed.
Friends may call 5-8 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 21, at Ransom Funeral
Home, 610 S. Washington St., Castalia, and 10 a.m. Friday, Feb. 22, at the
funeral home. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Cremation will follow. In lieu of
flowers, memorials may be made to the family, in care of Ransom Funeral Home,
Castalia. Condolences may be shared with the family at ransomfuneralhome.com.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Sandusky, Erie Co., OH, Obituary
Published in the News Herald on January 23, 2013
Sonny Short, 71, of Sandusky, Ohio, died Monday, January 21, 2013
at his home. He was born on May 11, 1941, a son of Alvin and Bertha (Schmidt)
Short.
Sonny attended Oregon, Ohio schools and was a long time employee of
Ford Motor Company, where he was a machine operator. He married the former
Judith A. Paulsen on December 15, 1962, and she preceded him in death on July
6, 2012.
Sonny is survived by his daughters, Sheila McClain of Sandusky, and
Peggy (Craig) McGory of Huron, Ohio; grandson,
Sonny Blankenship, Sandusky; brothers, Ronald (Joan) Short,
Terry (Helen) Short, Forrest (Jeanine) Short, all of Oregon, Ohio; and sisters,
Carolyn (Donald) Garabrandt, and Mary Short, both of Oregon.
Sonny was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Timothy
Short; and a sister, Roxanne Short.
Friends may call after 10:00 A.M. Saturday at Crosser Funeral Home,
Oak Harbor, Ohio, where funeral services will be held at noon on Saturday.
Pastor Kyle Timmons will officiate, and interment will follow in Salem Township
Union Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Sandusky, Erie Co., OH, Obituary
Sandusky Register (OH) - August 2, 2014
Deceased Name: Vinnie
L. M. Thorne
Vinnie L. M. Thorne, 54, of Sandusky and Kelleys Island, passed
away unexpectedly late Saturday evening, Aug. 2, 2014, in Mercy St. Vincent
Medical Center, Toledo, [Lucas
Co., OH]. She was born May 31, 1960, in Lorain, Ohio, the daughter of
Dorothy Lee May Wise.
She was a 1979 graduate of Kelleys Island High School. Vinnie
worked as a cook at The Village Pump for many years on the island. She loved
spending time with her family and her many friends.
She is survived by three sisters,
Jane Scroggy of Sandusky, April
Blankenship and Wanda
Carpenter, both of Huron; three brothers, James (Lana) Thorne and William
Chambers, both of Huron, and Mark Thorne of Stinnett, Ky.; and several nieces
and nephews.
Vinnie was preceded in death by her mother, Dorothy Zirkle; and a
sister, Martha Thorne.
Visitation will be 4-6 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 6, at David F. Koch
Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 520 Columbus Ave., Sandusky. Following
visitation, cremation will take place.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Vermilion, Erie Co., OH, Obituary
Published in The Morning Journal on Dec. 19,
2014
Loren "Lee" Leonberger, 79, of Vermilion, died Thursday,
December 18, 2014 at Mercy Regional Medical Center [Lorain, Lorain Co., OH], after a lengthy illness. Loren was born
February 2, 1935 in Canalou, MO, and had been a Vermilion resident for the past
41years moving from Oxon Hill, MD.
He was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force serving during 1954-1974 and
retiring in 1974. Loren later worked for the Morning Journal as the editorial
page editor for 18 years retiring in 1992. He was a member of First Baptist
Church, of Vermilion, and taught adult Bible study for 8 years. Loren was also
a member of the Lorain Rotary and the Gideon Club. He was an avid reader during
his free time and enjoyed watching the St. Louis Cardinals, traveling, and
attending his annual high school reunion in Parma, MO.
He is survived by his son, Vincent (Roberta) Leonberger of
Chantilly, VA, son, Timothy Scott Leonberger of Delaware, OH; and
grandchildren, Katherine, Michael, and Jonathan Leonberger.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Patricia Ann (nee Garner), in
2008; parents, William and Ruth (nee Blankinship) Leonberger; and sister, Billie Dee Freeman.
The family will receive friends on Sunday, Dec. 21, 2014 from 2-4
pm at the Riddle Funeral Home, 5345 South Street Vermilion OH, where the
Vermilion Veterans Council will conduct military honors at 4 pm. Funeral
services will be Monday, Dec. 22, 2014 at 10 am at the First Baptist Church,
6716 West River Rd., Vermilion. The Reverend Nile Hill
will officiate. Interment will follow at Maple Grove Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
1930 Census, Flint, Genesee Co., MI,
Leonberger, Wm 25, M, MO, Head,
Leonberger, Ruth 24, F, AR, Wife,
https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:XQYK-4TM
Fairfield
2013, Canal Winchester, Fairfield Co., OH, Obituary
Published in The Columbus Dispatch on February
6, 2013
Linda L. Adams, age 58, of Canal Winchester, died February 2, 2013.
Preceded in death by her father Robert Alger.
Linda is survived by her sons,
Scott Adams, Ryan (Michelle
Blankenship) Adams; mother,
Carol Alger; grandchild, James Blankenship; sister, Sharon (Phil) Probst; and nieces
and nephews.
Friends may visit 5-8 p.m. Friday at the Dwayne R. Spence Funeral
Home, 550 Hill Road North, Pickerington, Ohio 43147, where a funeral service
will take place at 11 a.m. Saturday. Interment Violet
Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Lancaster, Fairfield Co., OH, Obituary
Published in the Lancaster Eagle-Gazette on Oct.
31, 2013
Philip Buren McCoy, 77 of Lancaster, passed away on October 28,
2013 at 9:40pm at The Pickering House. Phil was born September 3, 1936 in
Buffalo, WV. He was the son of John Oscar McCoy and Grace Oldacre McCoy.
Philip was an Army Veteran. He owned and operated Nu Brick Company.
He tended bar at Longbranch for many years. Phil enjoyed fishing, hunting and
traveling. He lived a life of no regret and the way he knew how to live with
many friends and family.
Phil is survived by daughters, Becky Tucker of Leon, WV., Pat
(Jeff) McNeely of Ashton, WV., Debbie TenEyck (Chris) of Bucyrus, OH.; son,
David R. McCoy of Lancaster, OH.; sisters,
Verna Bell Blankenship of Adelphia, OH., Betty Tucker of WV.;
five grandchildren; six great grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.
Special close nephew, David R. McCoy of Chrystal River, FL. and special niece
and caregivers, Lucille (Mike) Alley of Lancaster, OH.
He is preceded in death by his son, Philip McCoy Jr.; sisters,
Louise, Sylvia (Maxine) and Mary; brothers, Everette (Bob) Jessie (Jim), John
and William (Billy).
Cremation has already taken place. Final resting
place at Flora Hills Memorial with loving brother Jr. No memorial
services as requested by Philip McCoy Sr.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Lancaster, Fairfield
Co., OH, Obituary
Published in the Lancaster Eagle-Gazette from
Jan. 17 to Jan. 19, 2014
Lucille A. Adams,
age 98 of Lancaster, went to be with Jesus on January 16, 2014. She was a
member of First Baptist Church of Lancaster. She loved her children,
grandchildren, great grandchildren and loved to read the Bible and plant
flowers. She worked at Wee Care Pet Service for 25 years before retiring at 92.
Survived by; daughter Sharon (Jim) Slater, sons:, Bill Adams, Ted
(Sandee) Adams, Terry (Rebecca) Adams, Keith (Leisha) Adams, Kelly (Jill) Adams
and Rex Adams, daughter-in-law, Marge Adams, many; grandchildren,
great-grandchildren, great-great grandchildren a sister, Wilma Johnson, nieces,
nephews and her little dog Opie and her cat Brownie
Preceded in death by: husband, Ira Adams,
daughters; Norma Jean and Mary Jane, sons; Vicky, Don, and Adams, siblings; Elbe, Jesse, James, Enighel and Leo
Blankenship.
Funeral services will be held 10:30 a.m. Monday at the
Halteman-Fett & Dyer Funeral Home with Dr. John Beckett officiating. Burial
will be at Fairview Cemetery, Logan, Ohio.
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2014, Lancaster, Fairfield Co., OH, Obituary
Published in the Lancaster Eagle-Gazette on May
19, 2014
Loretta Clark, 74, Lancaster, went to be with the Lord on Friday,
May 16, 2014. Loretta was a loving mother, grandmother, and friend to so many.
Loretta is survived by son, Bill Clark; daughter, Robin (Jeff)
Patrick; and daughter, Dee (Jeff) Wright. Beloved grandma to
Madison, Jalynn, Jenesa, Jennifer, Jacinda, and Katelyn. Great grandma to Kimberly and her future great grandson.
Also survived by sisters-in-law, Janet Hedges and Betty Cly; brother-in-law, Jack Blankenship; and special friends, Cheryl Mathias, Carl
and Sharon Mathias, and Mark and Debbie Ash.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Carl Clark; parents;
brothers; and sisters.
Funeral service for Loretta will be at 10:30 am Wednesday at the
Frank E. Smith Funeral Home, Lancaster with Pastor Rick Jones officiating.
Burial will follow in Floral Hills Memory Gardens, Lancaster.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Lancaster, Fairfield Co., OH, Obituary
Published in the Lancaster Eagle-Gazette on Aug.
29, 2014
John F. Carr Sr., 70, passed away at his home on Thursday, August
28, 2014. He was born on October 1, 1943 to the late Dennis and Nancy Mae
(Nelson) Carr.
John was employed by Anchor Hocking for over 49 years. He was a
member of the Elks Lodge 509 in New Lexington and also a member of the Eagles
2120.
John is survived by wife, Cecelia "Li Ann" (Miller) Carr;
son, John (Christina) Carr Jr.; granddaughters: Moira, Anna, and Catherine
Carr; sisters: Irene Whitcraft and Linda (Thomas) Gleissner; sister-in-law,
Lorean Carr; several nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, John was preceded in death by his
brothers: Harold, Dean, and George; sister,
Karolyn Blankenship.
A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, September 2, at 10:00 AM
at Sheridan Funeral Home with Chaplain Karl Hartmann officiating. Burial to follow at St. Mary Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
SSDI: Blankenship,
Karolyn Sue, 63, 26Jul1945 - 21Oct2008, Lancaster, Fairfield, OH,
OH-298-40-6990
Public Records: https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/QJGF-YV2B
Jack Lee Blankenship – b.23Aug1951 -
Lancaster, OH
+2014, Lancaster, Fairfield Co., OH, Obituary
Published in the Lancaster Eagle-Gazette on Oct.
3, 2014
Verna Bell Blankenship, 91, of Lancaster, passed away Wednesday, October 1, 2014 at her
residence with her family by her side. She was born January 30, 1923 in Putnam
Co., West Virginia and was the daughter of the late John and Grace (Oldlaker)
McCoy.
She is survived by her sons,
Denny (Joyce) Blankenship of Circleville, Jim (Kim Coleman) Blankenship of Lancaster and Chip (Nicole) Blankenship of Lancaster; daughters, Emma Sowers of Circleville, Carolyn (Randy Danner) Litten of Lancaster; grandchildren, great
grandchildren; several nieces and nephews and special friends, Dee and Matt
Robinson and Danielle Holbrook.
She was preceded in death by her husband, James; sons,
Ernest and Lawrence Blankenship;
daughter, Peggy Seymour; brothers, John and Billy McCoy and sisters, Susie Blankenship and Maxine Hettinger.
Funeral services will be held 11:00 a.m. Monday at the Taylor
Funeral Home in Amanda with Pastor Jim Hettinger officiating. Interment will
follow in Amanda Twp. Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
SSDI: Blankenship, James, 73, 10Sep1919 - 12Apr1993,
Amanda, Fairfield, OH, WV-235-26-0769
SSDI: Blankenship, Ernest Lee, 61,
15Sep1947 - 25Feb2009, Lancaster, Fairfield, OH, OH-282-46-6010
2014, Lancaster, Fairfield
Co., OH, Obituary
Published in the Times Recorder on Oct. 15, 2014
Raymond D. Curry, 52, of Lancaster, died at 5:00 p.m. Saturday,
October 11, 2014 at Pickering House in Lancaster. Raymond was born August 29,
1962 in Zanesville, Ohio, the son of the late Willard D. Curry Sr., and Oleva
J. Curry Norris. Raymond resided with his beloved sister, Wilma Featheroff.
He is survived by his brothers, W. Dennis Curry of Lancaster,
Willard D. Curry, Jr. (Michelle Caudill) of Tarlton, and Albert L. (Paula)
Curry of Ashville; his sisters,
Wilma (Richard) Featheroff of Lancaster, Tina (Greg) Bush of Lancaster, Crystel Blankenship (Bradley Beardsley) of Lancaster, Kimberly
(Richard) Campbell of Lancaster, Louella Mason of Barberton, Vickie (Dale
Bruce) Robinson of Blue Rock and Carolyn (Kenneth) Searls of Pataskala; and
many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his
grandparents, David and Grace Curry.
There will be a caring cremation at Raymond's request. A graveside
service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, October 16, 2014 in Mt. Perry
Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Pickerington,
Fairfield Co., OH, Obituary
Published in The Columbus Dispatch from Dec. 16
to Dec. 17, 2013
Kimberly Cokeley Blankenship, age 46, of Pickerington, OH died on December 12, 2013. She was
born on July 14, 1967 in Columbus, OH. She graduated from the Ohio State
University with a Degree in Architecture. Kim was devoted to her family and
deeply loved her two daughters.
She is preceded in death by her mother Sue Dorsey.
Survivors include her loving husband,
Garth Blankenship; two daughters,
Leah Blankenship and Ava Blankenship; father, Charles Cokeley; brother, Chad (Christy) Cokeley;
niece, Grace Cokeley; numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.
A funeral service officiated by Father Dean Mathewson will begin at
12 noon on December 19, at the Dwayne R. Spence Funeral Home, 550 Hill Rd.
North Pickerington, OH 43147. Burial will follow at New Lexington Cemetery at 2
p.m.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Fayette
2014, Bloomingburg, Fayette Co., OH, Obituary
Published in Record Herald from Oct. 30 to
Oct. 31, 2014
Ray Thomas Manns, age 66, of Bloomingburg, passed away on
Wednesday, October 29, 2014 at 4:45 p.m. at his home. He was born on August 29,
1948 in Fayette County to Harley and Rowena Houser Manns.
He had been a 41 year employee at Reiterman's Grain and Feed. He
had attended the Christ Victory Church where he enjoyed serving the Lord. He
also enjoyed feeding the birds and squirrels as well as vacationing with his
family at Virginia Beach.
Ray was preceded in death by his parents, sisters Martha Manns,
Annabelle McCulla and Jean Elkins and brother, Leroy Manns. He was also
preceded in death by his canine friend, Mason.
Survivors include his wife Linda Thomas Manns, whom he married on
June 16, 1967; his children Pam (Paul) Blankenship of
Bloomingburg, Tim (Angie) Manns, Brad (Kareal) Manns of Washington CH and John
(Kirsten) Manns of Bloomingburg; grandchildren
Paige Blankenship, Cassidy Manns, Nick Manns, Marla Manns,
Megan Manns and Chris Luckado; step-grandchildren Holly and Thomas Vermillion;
siblings Carolyn Cooper, Shirley Hayes, Donna (Eddie) Thomas, Clarence Manns,
Larry Manns and Lester (Steph) Manns as well as several nieces, nephews,
cousins and a host of friends.
The funeral service will be held on Saturday, November 1, 2014 at
1:00 p.m. at the Summers Funeral Home with Rev. Creed Thomas officiating with
burial to follow at the Bloomingburg Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Franklin
2013, Columbus, Franklin Co., OH, Obituary
Published in The Columbus Dispatch on February
3, 2013
Francis Race Harder, 82, born February 18, 1930 in Wilkesville,
Ohio, passed away January 31, 2013 at the Amazing Kobacker House, Columbus,
Ohio.
Preceded in death by his parents Orvil F. and Hylah
M. Harder, sister Emma Lavenia Headley, nephew
Rocky Blankenship.
Survived by his beautiful wife of 58 years, JoAnn Harder; beloved
dog, Charlie; children, Beverly Harder, Jim (Randy) Harder, Jane Lewis (Steve
Marston), Larry Lent (Theresa); grandchildren, Maggie Webber (Brian), Joe
Harder (Kristyn), Chris Lewis, AJ Lent, Dustin Harder, Jonathan Lent; sister,
Martha Freas; numerous special friends and family including, Norma Jean Riser,
Debbie Somdahl, Kathy Minton, Murl Lent, Jeannette Wolcott, Stephanie Ingle;
front porch buddies, Keith and Terri Russell.
Race was a dedicated patriot an Army Korean War Veteran, Life
Member of AMVETS. Retired from Lennox Ind. of 32 years,
member of Sheet Metal Local 535. Hobbies and interests include fishing,
bowling, and poker. Race's favorite past time was spending time doing anything
with his Beautiful Bride JoAnn. Race's greatest passion and love was family and
as close friends know; you were considered family. Race continued to reinforce
his strong family values by demonstrating his love for others whatever your
needs were. These values will continue to influence the many lives that were
touched by this Great Husband, Father, Grandfather, Brother, Uncle, Nephew,
Friend and Neighbor.
Funeral service will be Tuesday, February 5, 2013 at 11 a.m. at the
Newcomer Funeral Home NE Chapel, 3047 E. Dublin-Granville Rd., Columbus, with
Pastor Chuck Glover, officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Columbus,
Franklin Co., OH,
Obituary
Published in The Columbus Dispatch on February
26, 2013
Grethel Triplett Knight, 96, passed away peacefully February 22,
2013. She was born February 7, 1917 in Beauty, KY to the late Soney and Mornine
(Jude) Triplett. She enjoyed gardening and was a member of the Williams Road
Freewill Baptist Church. Grethel retired from Owens Illinois with 25 years of
service.
In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her
husbands Russell Caines and Ernest Knight, children Earl L. Caines, Elsie
Marsh, James R. Caines, and Thelma Caines, twin
sister Ethel Blankenship and sisters Marie Davis, Bertina
O'Callaghan and brother Ernel Triplett. Grethel is
survived by her daughter, Delma (Ray) Shepard, Columbus, OH; and son, Charles
E. (Janet) Caines, Sacramento, CA; 11 grandchildren; and numerous
great-grand-children and nieces and nephews.
A graveside service will be 11 a.m. Thursday at the Forest Lawn
Memorial Gardens Chapel, 5600 E. Broad St., Columbus, OH 43213.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Columbus, Franklin Co., OH, Obituary
Published in The Columbus Dispatch on May 4,
2013
Dorothy "Dee Dee" Hale, 73 of
Columbus, died Thursday, May 2, 2013. She was born November 5, 1939 in River, KY to the late Wesley and
Madge (Music) Hale.
She was a 1958 graduate of Magnolia High School, Matewan, WV and
retired after 40 years with Motorist Insurance. She was a member of Columbus
First Freewill Baptist Church. She loved children and worked in nursery care at
the church. She was a walking angel who never had a bad word and could find the
best in everyone.
In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her brother
Tom Hale.
She is survived by siblings,
Loretta Blankenship, Raymond (Suzan) Hale, Aretta (Tom)
Mouser, Thelma Hale, Doug Hale and Jeanne (Bud) Lemon; adopted brother, Steven
Shirley; numerous nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews.
Family will receive friends Monday from 6-8 p.m. at Schoedinger
North Chapel, 5554 Karl Rd
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Columbus, Franklin
Co., OH, Obituary
Published in The Columbus Dispatch on May 11,
2013
Terrie Diamond, age 51, passed away May 8, 2013.
Preceded in death by father Harvey, sister Lisa,
and husband Donnie Reece.
Survived by sons, Joshua David (Tiffany) Rhodes, and Donnie Reece,
Jr.; grandchildren, Corbin, Eva, Victoria, London, Fallon, and Jack; mother,
Anna Jean Diamond; sisters, Glenna
(Patrick) McEwen, Sheila Blankenship, and
Debbie (Joseph) Mathews; many nieces, nephews, cousins, other family and
friends.
Memorial service 2 p.m. Sunday at Cook
& Son - Pallay Funeral Home, 1631 Parsons Ave.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Columbus, Franklin Co., OH, Obituary
The Columbus Dispatch, (OH) - August 20, 2013
James W. Stepp, age 72, born on January 11, 1941 and passed away
August 18, 2013.
He is preceded in death by parents Wade and Opal Stepp, wife of 50
years Ethel R. Stepp and siblings Elowise, Louise and Mary.
Survived by siblings, Roberta, Dorthy, Cleta, Gladys and Earmerl; children, James, Kenny (Tibby), Tom
(Alice), Claude, Roberta (Eugene Blankenship
); grandchildren, Justin, Joshoua, Helena, Jimmy Lee, Scott, Austin, James
Joseph, Haley, Allen, Whitney, Tiffany, Brittany, Stephanie, Jerry, Dewey,
Curtis, Billy Clyde; and several great-grandchildren.
Friends may call Thursday from 5-8 pm. at the O. R. Woodyard Co.
Chapel, 1346 S. High St.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Columbus, Franklin
Co., OH, Obituary
Published in The Columbus Dispatch on August 29,
2013
Geneva Bernice Hunter, age 77, passed away at her Florida home August 26, 2013. Retired from Swift packing and Western Electric.
Preceded in death by son Terry and husband
Charles.
Survived by daughters, Gale Martin, Diane (Arbie) Mounts, Irene
(Robert) Hickman, Rhonda Nichols; sons,
James (Veronica) Blankenship, Gary (Mary) Blankenship; many grandchildren and great grandchildren; sisters,
Juanita, Joann, Phyllis, Evelyn, Brenda, and Linda; brothers, Jimmy and Roger;
a host of other family and friends.
Friends may call at the Shadeville Church Of God, 4800 Lockbourne
Rd., Friday 5-8 p.m. with the funeral service to be held Saturday 11 a.m. Rev.
Butch Perry officiating. Interment Obetz Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013,
Columbus, Franklin Co., OH, Obituary
Published in The Columbus
Dispatch on Oct. 13, 2013
Larry Eugene Thivener, age 68, of
Columbus, died peacefully Wednesday, October 9, 2013 at Riverside Methodist
Hospital. A very giving and loving man, Larry retired from Efficient Electric
after more than 25 years of service. Veteran Ohio National
Guard. Avid Buckeyes and Browns fan.
Preceded in death
by parents Fred O. and Nellie R. Thivener. sister and brother-in-law
Ernestine I. and William Bunce, brother Owen L. Thivener, sister-in-law Marion
S. Thivener, nephews Ronald and John Thivener.
Survived by daughter and son-in-law,
Tammy
and Ricky Blankenship; brother, Fred V. (Pat) Thivener Sr.; sisters,
Patricia A. (Roger) Smith, Carolyn S. (Richard) Terry; sister-in-law, Lucille
Thivener; grandson, Rick A. (Samantha) Blankenship; four great-grandsons; many nephews
and nieces; special nephew who was like a son, Jeffery A. Rochelle.
Private Family
Service and Interment at Fairview Memorial Park, Delaware, OH.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Columbus, Franklin Co., OH, Funeral
Published in The Logan Banner from Oct. 17 to
Oct. 18, 2013
David Jonathan Blankenship, 39, of Columbus, Ohio, passed away Thursday, October 17, 2013 at
his home following a battle with cancer.
Funeral services will be conducted Sunday; October 20, 2013 at 1
p.m., at the Hatfield Funeral Chapel at Toler, Ky. Burial will follow in the Blankenship Cemetery at Sand Siding, W.Va.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Columbus, Franklin Co., OH, Obituary
David Jonathan Blankenship - age 39 of Columbus, OH passed away Thursday; October 17, 2013 at
his home following a battle with cancer.
Born June 4, 1974 in Chicago, IL; he was the son of Lois Bonita "Bonnie" Stump Blankenship of Phelps, KY and the late Bro. Billy Blankenship.
In addition to his dad, he was also preceded in death by a sister Lynna Blankenship; and 2 brothers Joel and Allen
Blankenship.
David was a graduate of Phelps High School, and he was a veteran
having served in the U.S. Marine Corps.
Survivors, in addition to his mother, include his wife Fay Gilbert Blankenship of Columbus, OH; 1 daughter
Amber Blankenship of Lenore, WV; 4 brothers Wayne
Blankenship of Joliet, IL, James Blankenship of Sipsy, Alabama, Ronald Blankenship of Sipsy, Alabama, and William Blankenship of Majestic, KY.
Funeral services will be conducted Sunday; October 20, 2013 at 1:00
P.M. from the Hatfield Funeral Chapel at Toler, KY with his brother William Blankenship officiating. Burial will follow in the Blankenship Cemetery at Sand Siding, WV. Military honors will
be given by the DAV Chapter 141 of Belfry, KY.
2013, Columbus, Franklin Co., OH, Obituary
Published in Gilbert Times from Oct. 18 to
Oct. 19, 2013
David Jonathan Blankenship, 39, of Columbus, Ohio, passed away Thurs., Oct. 17, 2013, at his
home following a battle with cancer. Born June 4, 1974, in Chicago, Ill., he
was a son of Lois Bonita
"Bonnie" Stump Blankenship of Phelps, Ky., and the late Bro. Billy Blankenship.
Also preceding him in death was a sister, Lynna
Blankenship, and two brothers, Joel and Allen Blankenship.
David was a graduate of Phelps High School, and a veteran having
served in the U.S. Marine Corps.
Additional survivors include his wife, Fay Gilbert
Blankenship; one daughter, Amber Blankenship of Lenore, and four brothers, Wayne
Blankenship of Joliet, Ill., James Blankenship and Ronald Blankenship,
both of Sipsey, Ala., and William
Blankenship of Majestic, Ky.
Services will be conducted at 1 p.m. Sun., Oct. 20, from Hatfield
Funeral Chapel with his brother, William Blankenship, officiating.
Burial will follow in the Blankenship
Cemetery at Sand Siding with
Military Graveside Rites by the DAV Chapter 141 of Belfry, Ky.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013,
Columbus, Franklin Co., OH, Obituary
Published in The Columbus Dispatch on Dec. 16,
2013
Leroy Blankenship,
age 54, passed away on Friday, December 13, 2013 at Riverside Hospital.
Preceded in death by, father Henry, brother
Michael.
Survived by; mother, Eunice; sister, Kay Meyer; daughters, Deborah (Scott) Blankenship, Gail (Jason) Fetter and Vicki (Jason) Kay;
grandchildren, Christopher, Amber, Reagan, Ashley, Grant, Anderson, Samantha,
Jack Henry and Lacey; nieces, Dianne, Jennifer, Michele, Kimberly and Renee.
Friends may call at Jerry Spears Funeral Home, 2693 W. Broad St.,
Friday, 4-7 p.m. where service will be held 10 a.m. Saturday. Interment Sunset Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014,
Columbus, Franklin Co., OH Obituary
Published in The Columbus Dispatch on Jan. 13,
2014
Lionel "Bud" St.Amant, age 73, passed away January 11,
2014 at the Kobacker House after 7 years battle with cancer. He was a loving
husband, father, grandfather and friend to all.
Preceded in death by mother and father Helen and
Alex "Saint" St.Amant, sister
Pat Blankenship.
Survived by loving wife, Ruth of 52 years;
son, Gary (Traci); daughter, Michele (Ric) Burt; grandchildren, Allison and
Alexa Burt, Jordan and Olivia St.Amant; sister, Sandi Lane; sisters-in-law,
Mary Lou Richards, Phyllis Park, Karen (Ray) Dusenbury; nieces and nephews.
His passion for life and racing, whether it was a driver, owner,
crew chief, crew member or just as a fan in the stands,
will long be remembered by all who knew him across the country. He was always
there to lend a helping hand or give advice.
Service will be held 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, January 15, 2014 at the
Moreland Funeral Home, 55 E. Schrock Road, Westerville, Pastor Martin
officiating. Interment will be in Blendon Central Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014,
Columbus, Franklin Co., OH, Obituary
Published in The Columbus Dispatch on Jan. 18,
2014
Franklin L. Dials, age 65, passed away suddenly January 16, 2014. A minister and member of Crossroads United Baptist Church. US Army Veteran. Retired from Walker
Magnetics.
Survived by loving wife of 46 years, Mary; children, Mary (John-deceased) Swinger, Lola (Jeff) Blankenship, Shawna
(Christopher) Everetts and Judy (John) Warner; grandchildren, Miranda,
Charlene, Josh, Jeffrey, Kyle, Kristin, Franklin, Brooke, Jonathan, Ethan,
Bridget, Dylan, Madison and Cherokee; three great grandchildren, Logan, Lucas
and Mason; brothers, Conley, Gary, Rick, Lynn, John, Burl, Martin and Charles;
sisters, Kathy Bell, Amy Patrick and Thelma Philyaw; numerous nieces, nephews
and good friends.
Funeral will be Monday 11 a.m. at the O. R. Woodyard Co. Chapel,
1346 S. High Street, Pastor Bill Baisden officiating. Interment
Obetz Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Columbus, Franklin
Co., OH, Obituary
Published in The Columbus Dispatch on Mar. 5,
2014
Richard L. Bryan, age 62, of Columbus, went home to be with the
Lord March 3, 2014. Born September 22, 1951 to his parents
Russell and Elaine Bryan in Columbus, Ohio. Graduate
of Marion-Franklin H.S. 1969 and Ohio Christian University. Worked 33
years with the Department of Defense, retired Air National Guard, veteran of
the Gulf War. First elder of Lighthouse Ministries, drummer
of the worship team. Lover of the Lord and family, dedicated to his
work.
Survived by his loving wife of 42 years, Jocquelene Bryan; son,
Daryl (Missy) Rouse; daughter, Angie (Matt) Burson; grandchildren, Ashley,
Amber, Daryl II, Silas and Asa; great grandchildren, Jason, Mila; sisters, Chris (Mike) Fuller, Sandy Blankenship; father, Russell Bryan.
Friends may call at the Lighthouse Ministries Church, 2295 S. High
St., Columbus, Ohio 43207, Thursday 6-8 p.m., where service will be held Friday
at 12 Noon. Pastor Steve Palmer officiating. Interment at Harrison Twp. Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014,
Columbus, Franklin Co., OH, Obituary
Published in The Columbus Dispatch on Mar. 11,
2014
Michael L. Hager, age 57, died unexpectedly March 6, 2014 at Mt.
Carmel East Hospital.
He retired from Central Accounting Services for the State of Ohio
in 2013. He was an avid outdoorsman and birder.
His father Lawrence Hager, precedes him in
death.
Mike is survived by his wife, Linda Lewis Hager; step-son, Adrian
Coonrod; mother, Mary Hager; sister, Cathy Hager; brothers, Andy and Steve
Hager; mother and father-in-law, Rita and Thomas Lewis; sisters-in-law, Diane (Ron) Blankenship and Bev Lewis; brothers-in-laws, Chris (Kathy) and David
(Amy) Lewis; numerous nieces and nephews.
Friends will be received from 4-7 p.m. Wednesday, March 12, 2014 at
Schoedinger Linden Memorial Chapel, 2741 Cleveland Avenue, where a funeral
service will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, March 13, 2014. Interment will follow
at Forest Lawn Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014,
Columbus, Franklin Co., OH, Obituary
Published in The Columbus Dispatch on Mar. 12,
2014
Brandon McPherson-Seagraves, age 15, a beautiful, special spirit
who could relate to everyone, and who truly inspired so many people, passed
away on Friday, March 7, 2014 at his residence. He attended Briggs High School.
Member New Horizons UMC. Brandon loved sports,
animals, music, volunteering in his community, and above all, he was a true
soldier for God.
Preceded in death by biological father Craig, great
grandmother Ida Feen, uncle Ralph, many other family members as well.
Survived by mother, Amy Bowe; other parent, Ida Marie Seagraves, as
Brandon would say "My Dad."; step mom, Renee Stepp; sister, Brittney
Bowe; step sister, Tabitha Blankenship; two half-brothers; grandparents, Nancy
Seagraves, Johnny Bowe, Clyde (Rita) Seagraves and Donna (Brian) McDonald; his
lady, Paige Wilson; special aunts, Aunt Amanda, Aunt Shell, Aunt Mandy and Aunt
Shannon (Antwaun); special uncles, Uncle Jimmy, Uncle Shane and Uncle Brad;
numerous other family and friends. Also special thanks to his extended church
family with New Horizons United Methodist Church.
Friends may call at Jerry Spears Funeral Home with Crematory, 2693
W. Broad St., Friday 2-5 p.m. with service to follow at 5 p.m. on Friday. Rev. Eugene Brundige, Rev. Julia Nielsen and Rev. Danny Dahl
officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Columbus, Franklin Co., OH, Obituary
Published in The Columbus Dispatch from Apr. 18
to Apr. 19, 2014
Ralph Junior Petty, age 84, formerly of North Carolina, passed away
at home in Columbus on Monday, April 14, 2014. Ralph was born on June 1, 1929
in Columbus to the late James Ralph and Edith Marie (Veth) Petty.
He attended Central High School and worked as a Process Engineer
for Metal Forge Co. in Columbus and transferred to Albemarle, NC. He enjoyed
computer games, WWE wrestling and motorcycles.
Ralph is preceded in death by his loving wife of 54 years, Betty-Jo
in 2002, brothers Norman, Harold and Carlton and
sister Virginia.
Survived by his loving children,
Stephen Petty, Douglas Petty, Christopher (Sally) Petty, Tracy (Perry) Blankenship and
Kelly (Mike) Reid; ten grandchildren, 18 great grandchildren; brother, Thomas
Petty; and sister, Lois Walker; nieces, nephews and other friends.
Funeral service will be at Schoedinger HillTop Chapel, 3030 W.
Broad Street, on Tuesday, April 22, 2014 at 10 a.m. Interment Sunset Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Columbus, Franklin
Co., OH, Obituary
Published in The Columbus Dispatch on May 3,
2014
Charles F. Elliott, 72, passed away after a brief stay at Kobacker
Hospice House. He was born in Charleston, WV to the late Iris Elliott and
William "Bill" Elliott.
He is survived by his loving wife, Marlene of 53 years; and his two
children, Charlene (Troy) Smith of Orient, OH and Wade (Jessica) Elliott of
Kettering, OH. Also like a daughter to him, Elizabeth (Steve) Spencer of
Englewood, OH. Thought of as sons, Christopher (Ann) Fulton
and John (Amy) Fulton. He has four grandchildren, Kyle, Amber, Melody
and Jeffery. He has one surviving sister,
Peggy Blankenship of Xenia, OH.
John Elliott his brother preceded him in death.
He was blessed to have many friends and family who loved him and
will miss him. He retired from Yellow Freight and was a teamster for 30 years.
Visitation will be held from 1-3 p.m. Sunday, May 4, 2014 at
Newcomer Funeral Home and Crematory, SW Chapel, 3393 Broadway, Grove City, OH,
where a funeral service will begin at 3 p.m. officiated by Pastor Jon Fulton.
Burial will follow in Beckett Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Public Records: https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/KRYB-1PC
Blankenship, Peggy Lou – b.24Dec1936 -
Residence 2004: Xenia, OH
Relatives:
Brandon S. Blankenship, Curtis N. Blankenship, Curtis N. Blankenship Jr,
Margaret L. Blankenship, Marie A. Blankenship, Scott A. Blankenship, Tina M.
Blankenship, Tina Marie Blankenship.
Public Records: https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/KRBM-SY9
Blankenship, Curtis N. – b.05May1935 -
Residence 2004: Xenia, OH
Relatives:
Brandon S Blankenship, Margaret L Blankenship, Marie A Blankenship, Peggy Lou
Blankenship, Scott A Blankenship, Tina M Blankenship, Tina Marie Blankenship
SSDI: Blankenship, Curtis N., 66, 05May1935
- 03Apr2002, Xenia, Greene, OH, OH-269-30-3607
2014, Columbus, Franklin Co., OH, Obituary
Published in The Columbus Dispatch from June 3
to June 4, 2014
Richard Kenneth Harris went into the arms of his Heavenly Father on
June 1, 2014-on his 51st wedding anniversary-after a long battle and
complications from diabetes. Born in Columbus, OH in 1942, he was preceded in
death by his mother Marguerite Ruth Harris, father Basil Kenneth Harris and
brother John Robert Harris.
He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Etta Mae (Blankenship); his children, Stephanie L. (Mark
Frederick) Watson and Jeffrey Kenneth Harris; grandchildren, Madeline and
Michael Watson; mother-in-law, Opal Wedemeyer; and many wonderful friends.
Dick graduated from Columbus South High School and completed the
four-year apprenticeship program for the electrical trade union. Dick was a
50-year member of IBEW Local #683. He was in management with several companies
throughout his electrical career. Dick had the determination to always do the
best job he could do for the company. He was often called "The Great
One" by his co-workers for accomplishing impossible work tasks and often
times finishing jobs early and under budget. His "go-getter attitude"
and willingness to help others followed him into his community work. With
Dick's leadership skills he always believed he could make a difference in
whatever he was doing.
Dick was involved with the Olentangy Athletic program for many
years in the 1980's. One of his projects while President of the boosters was
raising money that was later used to purchase Musco lighting for the football
field at the only high school in the district at that time. He coached Little
League baseball and football. As a hobby, Dick was involved in officiating high
school and college basketball. He was listed as an official with OSHAA and
COBOA for over 40 years. Dick was President of COBOA as well as holding other
offices. He was the assigner for the Columbus Public Schools City League
Basketball program for several years.
Dick was a member of Grace Brethren Church, also using his
electrical skills there when called upon and volunteered for several other
jobs. Dick valued time with his family and friends, especially his
grandchildren. He was an avid fisherman and enjoyed boating, hunting and
traveling. He also loved to play pranks on his friends.
Funeral Services will be held 10 a.m. Thursday, June 5, 2014 at
Grace Polaris Church, 8225 Worthington-Galena Road, Westerville, OH 43081, (614)-888-7733,
with Pastor Jim Custer and Pastor Tim Waggoner, officiating. Burial will be
held at Oller Cemetery, Delaware, OH.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Columbus, Franklin Co., OH, Obituary
Published in The Columbus Dispatch from July 23
to July 24, 2014
Patricia L. Wildermuth, age 75, of Columbus, passed away July 22,
2014 at Mt. Carmel West Medical Center. Member of the Hilltop
Senior Village Church Choir. Retired from Mt. Carmel
West Medical Center after 25 years of service. Patricia loved to sing
and enjoyed music, including Frankie Valli and Bruno Mars.
Preceded in death by parents Arnold and
Audrey Carter.
Survived by daughter, Pam Wildermuth of
Columbus, Duane Wildermuth of Hilliard, and Darin (Diana) Wildermuth of Laurelville;
nine grandchildren, Amy, Andy, and
David Wildermuth, Alexandria
Blankenship, Emily Wildermuth,
Brandon, Reuben, Abigail, and Keeley Wildermuth; one great-grandson, Gage
Wildermuth; sister, Linda (George) Robison; many nieces and nephews.
Service will be held at Graumlich Funeral Home, 1351 S. High St.,
Friday, July 25, 2014 at 11 a.m., Rev. Tim Lee officiating. Interment
to follow at Obetz Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Columbus, Franklin Co., OH, Obituary
Published in The Columbus Dispatch on Aug. 6,
2014
Clarence A. Crabtree, Jr., 57, of Columbus, passed away at his
residence on August 1, 2014. Born on August 17, 1956 to Grace
and the late Clarence A. Crabtree, Sr., in Columbus, Ohio.
Clarence served his country with the U.S. Navy.
Along with the mother, Clarence is survived by siblings, Jayann Bullock, Patricia (Paul) Blankenship and Keith (Sandra) Crabtree; several
nieces and nephews; special, friend Diane.
Private services will be held at the convenience of the family.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Columbus, Franklin Co., OH, Obituary
Published in The Columbus Dispatch on Aug. 12,
2014
William J. Blizzard, age 59, of Columbus, died Sunday, August 10,
2014 at home. He was born November 12, 1954 in Belcher Hill, KY to the late
Earl William and Anna Rae (Stalker) Blizzard.
William was a Truck Driver and enjoyed fishing.
He is survived by his wife of 24 years, Sandra Blizzard; children,
Pamela Sue (David) Peters, Christina Lynn Dzierwa, William J. Blizzard, Jr. and
Cheri Ann Blizzard; step-children, Brian Ross, Kevin Lee (Veronica) Ross,
Dennise (Larry) Sammons, Frances Ranae (Rick) Jennings and Jeannie Marie (Bill)
Browning; 27 grandchildren; four great-grand-children; sisters, Janice Marie Tope and Kay (George) Blankenship.
In addition to his parents, he is also preceded in death by his
brother James A. Wright.
Friends may call from 4-7 p.m. Wednesday, August 13, 2014 at
Rutherford-Shroyer Funeral Home, 1278 West Broad Street, Columbus where the
Funeral Service will follow at 7 p.m. Wednesday.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Columbus, Franklin Co., OH, Obituary
Published in Williamson Daily News from Aug.
30 to Aug. 31, 2014
William E. "Bill" Blankenship, 71, of Columbus, Ohio, formerly of
Delbarton, passed away August 25, 2014, at Riverside Methodist Hospital in
Columbus. Born June 26, 1943, at Delbarton, he was a son of the late Maggie Blankenship Compton.
He was also preceded in death by a daughter, Tonya Rose; an infant son, William, and one
sister, Anna Barbara Compton.
Bill was a graduate of Burch High School.
His survivors include a son,
Michael Blankenship, and brother, Ronald Gary Compton of
Columbus.
Services will be held noon Wed., Sept. 3, at Chafin Funeral Home
with Rev. Calvin Clark officiating. Burial will follow in the Blankenship
Cemetery at Airport Bottom, Delbarton.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014,
Columbus, Franklin Co., OH, Obituary
Published in The Columbus Dispatch from Sept. 11
to Sept. 12, 2014
Pansy R. Belcher Coleman, age 69, passed away Tuesday, September 9,
2014 at OSU Hospital surrounded by her family.
Member of Pentecostal Shield of Faith
Church.
Preceded in death by parents Lee and Martha Carter, husband Dennis
Belcher, siblings Ballard (Janice)
Carter, Thelma (Ed) Blankenship, Cory Carter, Glen Carter, Turley
Carter, brothers-in-law Leroy, Damon, Lee and Willard.
Survived by children, Tommy (Carol) Lester, Richard (Amy) Lester,
Tammara (Ralph) Simpson, John (Dusty) Belcher and Dennis (Pauline) Belcher II;
grandchildren, Tommy II, Steven, Cliff, Joshua, Michael, Justin, Emily, Arron,
Megan, Kaitlyn, Dylan, Dennis Jr., Conner, Kayla, Lillian, Brianna, Kaylee,
Kourtney, Montana, and Chance; great-grandchildren, Haley and Robert; siblings,
Midgie Thompson, Essie Harris, Vicie Collins, Rush (Juanita) Carter and Louise
Cresong; many nieces and nephews.
Friends may call at O. R. Woodyard Co. Chapel, 1346 S. High St.,
Friday 5-8 p.m. where funeral service will be held Saturday 10: 30 a.m. Pastor
Bob Richards officiating. Interment at Franklin Hills Memory
Gardens.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014,
Columbus, Franklin Co., OH, Obituary
Published in The Columbus Dispatch on Sept. 26,
2014
Thomas L. Eisenhauer "IKE"; son, father, US Air Force
Veteran, and friend peacefully passed away at home on September 21, 2014 as he
wished. He was born on March 14, 1931 in Bessemer City, NC, son of Thomas C.
Eisenhauer, and lived a very full 83 year long life that spanned the globe.
He is survived by his daughter, Maury Ann Miller; sons, Thomas
Shane Eisenhauer and Jason Shawn Eisenhauer; and grandchildren, Sarah
Blankenship Thomas, Lanie
Keyser, Olivia Kate Eisenhauer, and Thomas Jake Eisenhauer.
He will be remembered for the extreme loyalty he showed those he
loved; his fondness for food, wine, and drink; his enthusiasm for the finer
things in life; his ability to be both flawed and fabulous at the same time;
and his sheer determination to achieve what he wanted. The world has become a
bit less colorful and a little more boring without Tom in it. He will be
eternally missed, but his defiant spirt will live on in his children and
grandchildren for the generations to come.
No public services are planned, family
services are planned at Schoedinger Northwest Chapel.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Columbus, Franklin
Co., OH, Obituary
Published in The Columbus Dispatch from Sept. 29
to Sept. 30, 2014
Jean Marie Francis, age 84, Saturday Sept. 27, at St. Ann's
Hospital.
Preceded in death by her husband Eugene
Francis and parents John and Catherine McEvoy.
Graduate of Holy Family High School. Retired from Lazarus
Dept. Store. Former member of St. Mary Magdalene and
St. Elizabeth Church. Former resident of Dublin
Retirement Village.
Survived by daughters, Carol (Larry) Blankenship,
Tucson, Ariz. and Theresa Francis, Pickerington; sons, John (Joann) Francis,
Columbus, and Daniel (Karen) Francis, Hilliard; grandchildren Jesse, Aaron,
Brandon, Andrew, Jakob, Alex and Lanie; great grandson Caden.
Mass of Christian Burial will be Wednesday (Arrangements Later). Burial St. Joseph Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Lawrence E. Blankenship – b.31Jul1951 -
Tucson, AZ; https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/K55Q-Z3J
Relatives: Aaron Blankenship, Carol J.
Blankenship.
+2014, Columbus, Franklin Co., OH, Obituary
Published in The Columbus Dispatch on Nov. 10,
2014
Edgar Blankenship,
94, passed away Sunday, November 9, 2014 at the Kobacker House. He was born
August 15, 1920 in Thomas, Kentucky to the late Dallas and Mollie Blankenship.
He was a proud U.S. Army veteran who served during WWII. Ed retired
from General Motors after 37 years of service. He enjoyed fishing, hunting,
gardening, and most of all, learning.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his siblings Arthur Blankenship, Frank Blankenship and Nina Johnson.
Ed is survived by his loving wife
of 66 years, Bonnie Blankenship; sister,
Gertrude Elswick; and many other relatives and dear
friends.
Funeral service will be held 10 a.m. Thursday November 13, 2014 at
the Schoedinger North Chapel, 5554 Karl Rd., with Pastor Keith Daniels
officiating. Interment Fernwood Cemetery, Lockbourne, Ohio.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Columbus, Franklin Co., OH, Obituary
Published in The Columbus Dispatch on Dec. 4,
2014
Tracy L. Smith, age 52, passed away at her residence unexpectedly
on November 28, 2014. She was born April 19, 1962 to the late Homer Brumfield
and Mary Gibson.
Preceeded in death by husband Michael "Frog", sister
Aggie (Joe) Cannon, brother William Brumfield, nephew
Matthew Wray.
Survived by daughters, Crystal Riley, Nywana (Charles) Mays;
fiancé, John Frazier; step-daughters, Jessica Frazier, Santana Frazier;
grandchildren, William Riley, Austin Riley, Shannon Seymour, Michael Brumfield,
Dale Seymour, Brooklyn Mays, Samantha Hanson, Jaelynn Frazier, Myleila Keefer,
Katelynn Frazier; nieces and nephews,
Flesha Wray, Matthew Wray, Adam, Josh, David and Casey Brumfield, DJ Blankenship; cousins, Mike (Lori) and their son Chris Kuhnimhof, Jean
Brumfield, Connor Frazier, James Greenwald; many other dear friends and family
as well as those in West Virginia.
Friends may call on Friday, December 5, 2014 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m.
at the O. R. Woodyard Co. Chapel, 1346 S. High St., where service will be held
on Saturday at 10:30 a.m. Pastor Brian Frazier officiating. Interment
Obetz Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Columbus, Franklin Co., OH, Obituary
Published in The Columbus Dispatch on Jan. 1,
2015
Ronald McCarty, age 77, passed away at home Tuesday, December 29,
2014. He was born August 15, 1937 in Wheelwright, KY to the late Wayne and
Daisy (Harris) McCarty.
Ron was a US Navy Veteran and a member of the International
Painters and Allied Traders Union. He loved his family and his church and
enjoyed gardening and cooking.
He was preceded in death by his brother Wallace McCarty.
Ron is survived by his wife, Frances McCarty; daughter, Tammy
Allison (Glen II); grandchildren, Rebecca Blankenship (Nathaniel), and
Glen Allison III (Chelsie Pawlak); great-grandchildren,
Lillian and Noah Blankenship and Riley Allison; siblings, Emogene Cooley, Christine
Bailey, Faye Moscrip, Jerome McCarty (Judy), Phyllis Waddles (Jim), Judy
Preston (David), and Doug McCarty (Peggy); and many nieces, nephews, and
cousins.
Funeral Service will be held 9:30 a.m. Saturday, January 3, 2015 at
Mount Judia Old Regular Baptist Church, 940 Morrison Road, Gahanna. Offie
Bartley, Moderator. Interment with military honors will follow at Mifflin
Township Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Franklinton, Franklin Co., OH, Obituary
Published in The News & Observer on
September 3, 2013
Viola K. McCane, 69, died Friday August 30, 2013. She was born in
Cincinnati, Ohio, the daughter of the late Dorothy Holland Steele and George
Steele.
She was preceded in death by 3 brothers; Jerry, Larry and Daniel
Steele. She was a member of Faith Baptist Church and the Franklin County GOP.
Funeral services will be held 3 o'clock Thursday afternoon
September 5, 2013 at Faith Baptist Church. Burial will be held in Georgetown,
OH.
Vi is survived by her husband, Terry McCane; a daughter, Christy
Campbell of Ghana; sons, Greg Blankenship of Brooksville, KY, and Mark McCane of
Floyds Knobs, IN; sisters, Jean Rose, Gloria Steele, Betty Fussnecker, Emily
Steele, Alice Hile and Pam Layman; a brother, Gary Steele; 6 grandchildren.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Gahanna, Franklin Co., OH, Obituary
Published in The Columbus Dispatch on Aug. 17,
2014
Connie Blankenship,
age 49, Gahanna, Ohio, passed away Tuesday morning, August 10, 2014 due to her
long battle with cancer. She was born on May 4, 1965 to Jackie and Karl
Stichert.
Connie was a 1983 graduate of Mount Vernon High School and later
received a Bachelor degree at Mount Vernon Nazarene College. She worked her
last years at Discover Financial. Connie's greatest love was her family and
especially her daughter Cassie.
Besides her father Karl Stichert, Connie is survived by her husband of 25 years, Joe Blankenship; daughter,
Cassie Blankenship of Gahanna; brother, Karl A. (Toni)
Stichert of Mount Vernon; sister, Jacquenette (Douglas) Blaydes of Canton; 15 nieces and nephews, Karleigh, Valerie,
Jared, and Jacob Stichert of Mount Vernon, Taylor and Nathan Blaydes of Canton,
Alicia, Joel and Sarah Blankenship of Columbus, Clint, Tim, Sarah, William
and Ian Pahman of Madison, WI, Stephanie Quartana of Chicago, IL.
She was preceded in death by her mother.
All services will be held privately.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Public Records; https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/QJJL-1ZGZ
Joseph A Blankenship - 20 Dec 1966 -
Gahanna, OH
Relatives:
Constance Y. Blankenship
2013, Galloway, Franklin Co., OH, Obituary
Published in Dayton Daily News on April 2,
2013
Jennifer M. Gould, Age 40, of Galloway, OH, formerly of Brookville,
passed away unexpectedly on Friday, March 29, 2013.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Johnny McFarland &
Edna Davidson. She was a 1990 graduate of Brookville High School.
Jennifer is survived by her husband of 12 years, Lee Gould;
children, Brandon, Nathan & Mariah; sister, Barbara Boggs; brothers, Jimmy
Sapp & Paul Sapp; nephews, Alan Blankenship & wife Tonya and David Blankenship & wife Lauren, and numerous other
relatives and many friends.
Funeral services will be held 7:00 PM Thu. April
4, at the Gilbert-Fellers Funeral Home, 950 Albert Rd., Brookville. A
private burial will be held at the convenience of the family.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Grove City, Franklin Co., OH, Obituary
Published in The Columbus Dispatch on Nov. 12,
2013
Carol Marie Addis Bayliss Kennedy, 78, of Grove City, passed away
at Mt. Carmel West Hospital [Columbus, Franklin Co., OH] on November 9, 2013. Born
on April 30, 1935, Ironton, OH, to the late Charlie Addis and Marie (Blankenship) Addis Woda.
Carol was blessed by two great loves, the late John (Buddy) Bayliss and Donald
Kennedy.
Survived by brother, Jimmy (Debby) Woda; daughter, Lynda (Bayliss)
Heigle; and son, John Charles Bayliss; grandchildren, Jessica Bayliss, Jordyn
(Gabe) Arismendez, Michael Heigle; and great grandchildren, Haylie Heigle and
Austin Arismendez.
Preceded in death by five guardian angels Bertha,
Lizzi, Clarabell, Mary and Maddie.
Friends may call at Walnut Hill United Methodist Church, 975
Rathmell Rd, Columbus, OH 43207 on Wednesday, November 13, 2013 from 9 a.m.
until time of service at 11 a.m.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Grove City, Franklin Co., OH, Obituary
Published in The Columbus Dispatch on July 23,
2014
Noreen Savage, age 69, of Grove City, OH, formerly of Troy, OH,
passed away on Monday, July 21, 2014 at Monterey Care Center in Grove City, OH.
She was born on October 10, 1944 in Pike County, KY to the late Albert and
Zella (Coleman) Casey, Jr.
Noreen is survived by one son and daughter-in-law, Loren Gene and
Bethany Savage of Grove City, OH; two sisters and brother-in-law, Patricia and
Merel Mynster of Marysville, OH. and Josephine
Oppenheimer of Dublin, OH.; two grandchildren, Stone and Cooper; and nieces and
nephews.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two sisters Mary Magaline Blankenship and Julia Andrews. Noreen was a former member of Troy Freewill
Baptist Church.
Funeral service will be at 10 a.m. on Thursday, July 24, 2014 at
Baird Funeral Home, Troy. Burial will follow in Riverside Cemetery, Troy.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Groveport, Franklin Co., OH, Obituary
The Columbus Dispatch, (OH) - January 4, 2014
Fuller Michael D. Fuller, 62, of Groveport, died on January 3, 2014
at his home. He was born in Lima, Ohio on September 14, 1951 to Ruth Hunt
Fuller and Richard Fuller.
He is a graduate of Marion Franklin high school. Married
to his high school sweetheart, Christine Bryan Fuller for nearly 42 years.
He was to retire on January 3, of this year, which is the date of his death, to
become a domestic engineer/trophy husband.
Mike is preceded in death by his father Richard Fuller.
He is survived by his mother, Ruth Hunt Fuller Hess Plaugher; his
wife, Christine; sons, Jeffrey and Bryan (Jennifer) of Groveport; and daughter,
Stacey (Joey) Hicks of Fort Campbell, Kentucky. He is also survived by his
grandchildren, Caleb Anderson, Seth Jensen, Jimmie, Abby, Anthony and Lorelai
Hicks. Mike is survived by sister, Melody Fuller; brothers, Ted and Gordon;
father-in-law, Russell Bryan; brother-in-law, Richard (Jocquelyn) Bryan; and sister-in-law, Sandy Blankenship. He is also survived by aunt, Geneva
Williams; many loving nieces, nephews and cousins.
Mike loved children and playing Santa at Christmas. His sudden
illness and death was a shock to all that knew him.
Friends may call on Sunday, January 5, 2014 from 2-5 p.m. and
Monday, from 6 p.m. until time of service at 7 p.m. at the Dwayne R. Spence
Funeral Home, 650 W. Waterloo St., Canal Winchester.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014,
Reynoldsburg, Franklin Co., OH, Obituary
Published in The Columbus Dispatch on Jan. 15,
2014
Mary Ruth Quincel, age 83, passed away January 9, 2014 at Kindred
Transitional Care Winchester Place. She was born on May 25, 1930 to Jack and
Maude Rose in Caretta, West Virginia.
She is preceded in death by her husband Harold, daughter Theresa,
step daughters Shirley and Betty, step son Paul, parents and brother
Donald.
She is survived by her daughters, Jackie (Bill) Simmons, Tona (Roger) Blankenship and
Deonna Vaughn; son-in-law, Michael Brown; grandchildren, Billy, Shane, Corey,
Brandy, Jessie, Lisa, Jason, Kiko, Clarissa; 16 great grandchildren; two
great-great granddaughters; step children, Ronald, Patricia, Robert, Albert;
and numerous step grandchildren. She also leaves a host of friends at
Winchester Place.
She worked at Reynoldsburg Salon of Beauty over 35 years. Ruth
loved Woody Hayes and the Buckeyes. She was a very kind and giving person. She
was always willing to help.
Her last request was to continue giving and to be Buckeye.
Therefore, her anatomical bequeathal to OSU is most fitting. GO BUCKS!
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Fulton
+2013, Swanton, Fulton Co., OH, Obituary
Published in Toledo Blade on Nov. 17, 2013
Brenda Sue Brown, age 57, of Swanton, Ohio, passed away Thursday
morning, November 14, 2013, in her home surrounded by her loving family. She
was born July 21, 1956, in Huntington, West Virginia to Cecil and Violet (Blankenship) Lucas.
She married William Brown III, and he passed away February 5, 2008.
It meant so much to Brenda that her family took such loving care of her during
her sickness. She wanted to express her appreciation to Doug at Swanton
Laundromat for being a great employer. She also loved her life-long friends,
Betty and Sandy, and all her friends through the years.
Left to cherish her memory are her children, David Lucas, Jeremy
Harsh, and Danila Harsh; father, Cecil Lucas; grandson, Daniel Harsh, and
siblings, Carla (Harold) Burleson, and Bill Lucas.
Brenda was preceded in death by her mother, and husband, William
Brown III.
Services will be private.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Swanton, Fulton Co., OH, Obituary
Published in Toledo Blade on Jan. 1, 2014
Thomas A. Burkard, age 80, of Swanton, Ohio, entered into eternal
life, Saturday morning, December 28, 2013, at his home with his loving wife,
Clarise and family by his bedside. Thomas was born April 25, 1933, in Toledo,
Ohio to John W. and Eva (Walerius) Burkard. He and his wife, Clarise were
united in marriage on June 9, 1956, at St. Clement's Church in Toledo, Ohio.
Together they raised 5 children.
Thomas was a United States Navy Korean War Veteran and member of
Swanton American Legion Post #479. He worked in the warehouse and was a truck
driver for Seaway Food Town for 31 years, retiring in 1994. Thomas was a member
of St. Richard Catholic Parish and member of the Knights of Columbus Sacred
Heart Council. He will be remembered as a person who was willing to help anyone
at any time.
He will be greatly missed by his beloved wife of 57 years, Clarise;
sons, Thomas D. Burkard (Nancy Addington) and Joseph (Dorothy) Burkard; daughters, Ann (John) Dollman, Charlene Blankenship (Dwayne), and Jean
(Ron) Gillen; 12 grandchildren, Nicholas (Rebeca), McCalla, Amanda, Andrew,
Jacob, Lucas, Frederick, Riley, Sarah, Cole, Garrett, and Mitchell; 2
great-grandsons, Preston and Joshua; as well as his sister, Margaret (David)
Rowlinson; sisters-in-law, Kathy Burkard, Jo Ann Burkard and Joann Burkard, and
several nieces and nephews.
Thomas was preceded in death by his parents; infant son, John
Burkard, and siblings Barbara Wrzesinski, Eva Wurtz, Marietta Rupp, John
Burkard, James Burkard and Robert Burkard.
Visitation will be held Friday, January 3, 2014, from 10:00 a.m. to
11:00 a.m. at St. Richard Catholic Church, 333 Brookside Drive in Swanton,
where a Mass of Resurrection will begin at 11:00 a.m. with Father Douglas
Garrand presiding and Deacon Jerry Ziemkiewicz assisting. Interment, with
Military Rites, will follow at St. Richards Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Gallia
+2013, Gallipolis,
Gallia Co., OH, Obituary
http://www.waugh-halley-wood.com/fh/obituaries/obituary.cfm?o_id=2065499&fh_id=13420
Richard Lee ‘Ricky’ Blankenship, age 37, of Gallipolis, died Saturday April 13, 2013 at Holzer
Medical Center. Born October 22, 1975 in Charleston, West
Virginia. Ricky is preceded by his grandparents,
Harless and Lillian Blankenship,
and Fred and Dorothy Conkle, and by his wife’s grandparents, Luther and Jana
Amos.
A graduate of River Valley High School, Ricky was employed as an
auxiliary equipment operator at the Kyger Creek Power Plant. He enjoyed riding
motorcycles, hunting, sports, and spending time with his family.
Ricky is survived by his parents,
Harless and Karen Louise Conkle Blankenship of Cheshire, wife, Shasta D. Amos
Blankenship, 2 sons, Garrett Lee Blankenship and Caleb Wesley
Blankenship both at home, 2 brothers, Larry (Lois) Blankenship of
Nitro, WV, James (Barbara) Blankenship of St. Albans, WV, 3 sisters,
Anna (David) Dowler of Middleport, Kathy Lemley of Middleport, Nancy (Scott)
Holbert of Buchanan, VA, mother in law, Teresa Russell of Gallipolis, father in
law, John (Melissa) Amos of Cheshire, 2 brothers in law, Bryce and Seth Amos
both of Cheshire, and his wife’s grandparents, Gene and Mary Oiler of
Gallipolis, and Earl and Vicki Russell of Mason. Also
survived by several special nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be 2:00 PM. Saturday April 20, 2013 at the
Waugh-Halley-Wood Funeral Home with Pastor John Mollohan officiating. Burial
will follow in Gravel Hill Cemetery. Pall
bearers will be, Curtis English, Dave Smith, Jesse Russell, Jimmy Blankenship, Larry Blankenship
and Andrew Blankenship.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Gallipolis, Gallia Co., OH, Obituary
The Register-Herald, (Beckley, WV) - April 25, 2013
Jeffrey "Jeff" Allan McKinney 55, of Gallipolis, Ohio,
formerly of Mullens, passed away Tuesday, April 23, 2013. Born July 14, 1957 in
Beckley, he was the son of the late Glen and Irene Blankenship McKinney.
Jeff loved animals, he was an avid NASCAR fan, and loved collecting
the dye cast model cars. He was a skilled mechanic, and believed that laughter
was the best medicine. Jeff enjoyed life and loved to laugh and shared his wit
and personality with all that knew him.
Those left to cherish his memory include his wife Trish, and his
son Phillip, daughter Keri, his brothers Darrell McKinney and wife Cathy of
Daniels, and Jerry McKinney of Princeton. A host of nieces
and nephews and beloved friends.
Graveside services will be held Friday, April 26, 2013 at noon in
Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens, with the Pastor Scott Mayberry officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
West Virginia, Marriages, 1853-1970; http://www.wvculture.org/vrr/va_view2.aspx?FilmNumber=598126&ImageNumber=612
Blankenship, Irene 18, W, F, Wyoming Co., WV, D/o Luther &
Orpha Blankenship
McKinney, Troy Glen 21,
W, M, Mercer Co., WV, S/o Edward & Neta McKinney
04Jul1942, Wyoming Co.,
2013, Gallipolis, Gallia Co., OH, Obituary
Gallipolis Daily Tribune (OH) - July 9, 2013
Bonnie L. Leach, 68, Thurman, passed away at 8:34 p.m. Thursday,
July 4, 2013, in the Holzer Medical Center, [Gallipolis, Gallia Co., OH]. Born March 27, 1945, in Chillicothe,
Ohio, she was the daughter of the late Jess and Margaret Beekler Johnson. She
was a homemaker.
Surviving are her three daughters, Margaret (Robert) Cavender, Rio
Grande, Phyllis (Christopher) Cunningham, Bidwell, and Caroline Hartshorn,
Thurman; grandchildren, Brittany (Brian) Neal, Brandon (Ashley) Leach, Tiffany
Cavender, Linda Cavender, Robert Leach, II, Johnathon Leach, Cara Cavender and
Christopher Cunningham, II; great-grandchildren, Kiara Leach and Bryce Neal; a sister, Carol (Billy Joe) Blankenship, Columbus, Ohio; a brother, John (Linda)
Johnson, and several nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her
husband, Robert Earl Leach on February 28, 1997; sisters, Rosabelle Artrip,
Joann Johnson, Virginia Wise, Betty Fish and Rita Artrip, and by a brother,
Joseph R. Johnson.
Visitation will be from 6-8 p.m. Thursday, July 11, 2013, followed by
a funeral service at 8 p.m. at the Cremeens Funeral Chapel with Pastor John
Jackson officiating. Interment will take place on Friday in the Mifflin
Township Cemetery in Gahanna, Ohio.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Gallipolis,
Gallia Co., OH, Obituary
Published in Gallipolis Daily Tribune from
September 12 to September 13, 2013
Gary A. Miller, 61, of Gallipolis, passed away on Thursday,
September 12, 2013, at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Columbus, [Franklin Co.], Ohio. He was born May 29, 1952, in
Charleston, West Virginia, son of James Bert Miller, who survives him and the
late Pauline Atkins Miller.
Gary married LaDonna
J. Blankenship on June 10,
1978, in Gallipolis and she survives him. He retired from ICL Chemical Plant,
Gallipolis Ferry, West Virginia. He attended Apostolic Gospel Church. Gary
loved to fish, going to Nascar races and attending
local races.
Left to cherish his memory are his wife, LaDonna Miller of
Gallipolis; his father and stepmother, James Bert (Agnes) Miller of Oak Hill,
West Virginia; three brothers, James (Margaret) Miller, Jr. of Dothan, West
Virginia, Troy N. Miller of Cottondale, Alabama, Barry (Pam) Miller of
Sevierville, Tennessee; two sisters, Barbara (James) Crisco of Mooresville,
North Carolina and Margaret (Edward) Honaker of Davison, North Carolina; his mother-in-law, Edna Blankenship of Gallipolis; a brother-in-law, David
(Kathy) Blankenship of
Gallipolis; a sister-in-law, Rebecca Russell of Gallipolis; several nieces and
nephews.
Services will be 2 p.m., Sunday, September 15, 2013, at the Willis
Funeral Home with Pastor David Chrisam officiating. Burial will follow in
Centenary Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Gallipolis, Gallia Co., OH, Obituary
Published in Gallipolis Daily Tribune from
October 7 to October 8, 2013
Roy Wesley Blankenship, 83, of Gallipolis, went to join his Lord in Heaven on Sunday,
October 6, 2013, at his home. Born March 27, 1930, in Portsmouth, Ohio, Roy was
the son of the late Ollie and Dora Reed Blankenship.
He was married to Joyce
Howerton Blankenship and she
preceded him in death in 2009.
He was a U.S. Army Korean War veteran, having received a purple
heart and two bronze stars. Roy was retired from Kaiser Aluminum. He was a
member of Northup Baptist Church, a 50 year member of Centerville Masonic Lodge
#371, a member of the DAV and American Legion. Roy loved his family,
grandchildren, hunting and fishing and loved his church.
In addition to his parents and his wife, Joyce
Blankenship, he was preceded
in death by a daughter Vicki Johnson; a brother, Ray Blankenship; and a sister, Bea Adams.
Surviving are a daughter,
Lisa K. (Anthony) Mulholand of Bidwell; two sons, Roy Keith
(Sue) Blankenship of Gallipolis and Gary A. (Kathy) Blankenship of Little Hocking; a son-in-law, Steve
Johnson of Lancaster; 13 grandchildren,
Cory (Heather) Johnson, Dustin Johnson, Cari (Cory) Perroud, Nicholas
Mulholand, Christie Blankenship, Andrew Blankenship,
Cayla (Ryan) Watson, Brody (Caity) Blankenship, Zachary Blankenship, Casee
(Nicholas) George, Aaron Mulholand, Richelle Blankenship
and Hannah (Devon) Smith; eight great-grandchildren,
Austin and Aubrei Perroud, Collin Watson, Reece Watson, Olivia Lawrence, Eve
George, Izzabel Blankenship and Rosalie Blankenship
due in November; two sisters, Donna (Ed) Gilbert of Clearwater, Florida and Helen (Lee) Boysell of Seminole, Florida; three brothers-in-law, Jerry
I. (Ellen) Howerton of Maloneton, Kentucky, John P. (Betty) Howerton of South
Portsmouth, Kentucky, David W. Howerton of Felicity, Ohio; several nieces and
nephews.
A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m., Friday, October 11,
2013, at the Willis Funeral Home with Pastor Jim Chapman officiating. Burial
will follow in Centenary Cemetery. There will be full military services at the
graveside by volunteers of area veteran's lodges. Pallbearers will be grandsons Cory Johnson, Dustin Johnson, Andrew Blankenship, Brody Blankenship, Zachary Blankenship, Aaron Mulholand and Nicholas Mulholand.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Gallipolis, Gallia Co., OH, Obituary
Published in Gallipolis Daily Tribune from
Nov. 11 to Nov. 12, 2013
Jerry Lee Shelton, age 75, of Gallipolis, passed away on Sunday,
November 10, 2013, at his residence. Born May 22, 1938, in Gallipolis, he was
the son of the late Raymond and Lexie Childers Shelton.
Jerry was a 1956 graduate of Gallia Academy High School. He was a
United States Navy Veteran, serving in the submarine service. He retired from
M&G Polymer Corp in Apple Grove, W.Va. Jerry was a member of Morning Dawn
Lodge #7, Aladdin Temple Shrine, member and Past Exalted Ruler of the
Gallipolis Elks Lodge #7, and he attended Fellowship Baptist Church.
He is survived by his wife
of 50 years, Barbara
Blankenship Shelton; one
daughter, Dr. Angela (Chris) Shelton Craft of Gallipolis; two
step-grandchildren, Dallas and Kelle Craft; one brother, Keith (Joan) Shelton
of Melbourne, Fla.; five brothers-in-law,
Gary (Patti Sue) Blankenship of Nancy, Ky. Richard (Lynda) Blankenship of Tucson, Ariz., Keith (Lisa) Blankenship of Macon, Ga., Dwight (Liz) Blankenship of Phoenix, Ariz., Dean (Leah) Blankenship of Tucson, Ariz.; several nieces and
nephews and three special friends, Jack Richards of Gallipolis, Jim Harris of
Gallipolis and Truman ‘Harry' Burnett, Jr. of Myrtle Beach SC.
Memorial services will be held at 4 p.m. Wednesday, November 13,
2013, at the Waugh-Halley-Wood Funeral Home with Pastor Phillip Walker
officiating. An Elks PER Memorial service will also be conducted. Military
Funeral Honors will be presented at the funeral home by the Gallia County
Veterans Funeral Detail.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Gallipolis, Gallia Co., OH, Obituary
Published in Gallipolis Daily Tribune from
Jan. 18 to Jan. 19, 2014
Stella E. Blankenship, 45 [22Sep1968], of Gallipolis, went to be with the Lord
on January 13, 2014.
She is survived by her husband,
Charles Blankenship; one son,
Jacob Blankenship, both of Gallipolis; her mother, Edna
McCoy; two brothers, David and Jeff McCoy; one sister, Sandra Bright of Middleport;
three nephews, Joshua Bright of Meigs County, Jeremy McCoy of Lufkin, Texas,
and Lucas McCoy; and a special aunt and uncle, Rosalee and Eddie Harrison of
Clearmont, Fla.
She was preceded in death by her father, Jack McCoy.
At the request of the family, a memorial service will be kept
private.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Charles Lee Blankenship – b.07Sep1960 - Gallipolis, OH:
https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:QJ7Y-F9ZH
Relatives - Chuck Blankenship, Stella E. Blankenship.
+2014, Gallipolis, Gallia Co., OH, Obituary
http://www.willisfuneralhome.com/obituaries/obituary-listings?obId=346659#/obituaryInfo
David R. Blankenship Sr., 65, of Gallipolis, passed away on Wednesday, October 22, 2014 at
his residence. He was born February 23, 1949 in Pt. Pleasant, WV, son of the
late Okey P. and Virginia Ann Camden Blankenship.
He was a retired deck hand from the AEP River Boat.
Surviving are his daughter,
Angela (Ken) Mannon of Bidwell; a son Jeremy Blankenship
of Florida; sisters, Wendy Meadows of Orange Park, Florida, Margaret
(Harvey) Lewis of Gallipolis Ferry, WV and Rachel (Delmar)
Parsons of Pt. Pleasant, WV; brothers,
George Blankenship of Pt. Pleasant, WV, Preston (Carol) Blankenship of Myrtle Beach, SC and Terrance Blankenship of Jackson, OH.
In addition to his parents, David was preceded in death by a son, David R. Blankenship Jr., sisters, Betty Nitz and Joanne
Blankenship and a brother, Okey Blankenship Jr.
Services will be at the convenience of the family. Willis Funeral
Home is assisting the family.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Geauga
+2013, Burton
Twp., Geauga Co., OH, Obituary
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/118551059/james-e-blankenship
James E. Blankenship, age 77 of
Burton Township, Ohio died Thursday evening, October 3, 2013 at Briar Hill
Health Care. He was born on December 1, 1935 in Randolph County, West Virginia.
He married Shelby Sturdivant and lived in
this area 53 years. From 1958-1972 he worked at Chase Bag in Chagrin Falls; in
1972 he went to Eaton Corp in Mantua where he was a machinist till he retired
in 1998. He was a member of the Abundant Life Church of God in Middlefield. His
hobbies included blue grass music and loved being with his family and his cat
"Sammy".
He was preceded in death by his parents, 3
siblings and a granddaughter Jodi.
He will be missed by his friends and
family; his beloved wife Shelby of 55 years; 4 children, Rick (Debbie) of
Auburn, Brenda Mack of Maple Hts., Ed (Jane) and Steve, both of Burton
Township; 4 grandchildren, Joshua (Kelly), Frank (Brandie), Nicholas, and Julie
(Joshua); 2 great grandchildren, Madison and Layla; 2 brothers, Charles
Chewning of MI and Richard Riggleman of FL.
A Celebration of Life will be held 10:00 am, Tuesday, October 8, 2013, at Abundant Life Church of
God, 14662 Old State Road in Middlefield. Burial will be at Knollwood Cemetery.
Pastor Mike Continenza will officiate.
Russell Funeral Service.
2013, Hambden Twp., Geauga Co., OH, Obituary
Published in www.News-Herald.com
on August 1, 2013
Mark A. Dull, 30, of Hambden Township, died July 29, 2013, in Willoughby Hills [Lake
Co., OH]. Born April 22,
1983, in Ft. Worth, Texas, to Allen and Mary (nee Glover), he had been a
longtime Hambden Township resident.
Mark's greatest joy was spending time with his family, especially his
children.
Mark is survived by his children, Chloe and Conner Dull; and their
mother, Brittany Backiel all of Chardon; mother, Mary (Dewey) (nee Glover) Blankenship, of
Hambden Township; sister, Holly (Billy) Turner of Geneva; grandmother, Patricia
Shelton of Ft. Worth, Texas; grandparents, Don (Nancy) Dull of Hambden
Township; niece, Tiffany; nephews, Tyler and Jacob; and many extended family.
He was preceded in death by his father, Allen; niece, Faith;
grandfather, Clyde Glover; and step-grandfather, James Shelton.
Funeral Service is 12 p.m. Friday, Aug. 2, 2013, at the Burr
Funeral Home, 116 South St. (On Route 44, 500 feet south of Route 6/Chardon
Square), Chardon. Burial will follow at Hambden Township Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Middlefield, Geauga Co., OH, Obituary
The Plain Dealer, (Cleveland, OH) - July 12, 2014
Floyd William Varner Jr. "Munson" 59, passed away July
11, 2014.
He was preceded in death by his mother Dorothy I. Varner.
He is survived by his father Floyd Sr. and step-mother Claudette;
his siblings Paul Varner, Pam
Taylor, Neva Sargent, Eva Jaite, Janet Keener, Joan Stokes, Judy Wiggins, Jane Blankenship , John Varner, Terry Varner and James
Varner.
Floyd was a quiet man who enjoyed being with his 24 nieces and
nephews and 11 great-nieces and nephews. He was an avid NASCAR fan and looked
forward to race day. Munson also enjoyed rooting for the Indians. He is up in
heaven with his biggest fan, he will be greatly missed.
Church Service will be held Monday, July 14 at 6 pm at Abundant
Life Church in Middlefield. Pastor Mike Continenza
officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Newbury, Geauga Co., OH, Obituary
Published in www.News-Herald.com
on April 23, 2013
A gathering of friends and family for Denver G. Hill, 84, of
Newbury, will be from 5 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, April 24, 2013, at Russell Funeral
Service, 15670 W. High St. (Route 87), Middlefield, with military honors at 8
p.m. at the funeral home.
Born Aug. 24, 1928, in Russell, Mr. Hill passed away April 21,
2013, at University Hospitals Geauga Medical Center. He was a U.S. National
Guard and Army veteran, an avid outdoorsman and past president of the Ohio
State Trappers Association, who will be missed by many.
Survivors are his beloved wife of 64 years, Jerrie (Gore) Hill;
son, Dirk (Linda); daughter, Vicki (Phil) De Cappelli; grandchildren, Dawn (John) Dobay, Jane (Douglas) Trem, Christine (David Blankenship) Mitchell, Douglas (Kellie) Hill, and
Laura (Ray Gliha) Hill; great-grandchildren,
Tyler and Ryan McDonald, Samantha and Stephanie Trem, and James Blankenship; his brother, William; and sisters, Mary
Ann and Betty.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Denver and Charlotte Hill;
daughter, Denise Mitchell; and grandson-in-law, James McDonald.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Greene
+2013, Fairborn, Greene Co., OH, Obituary
Published in Dayton Daily News on May 23,
2013
Charles E. Lykins, age 81, of Fairborn, passed away Sunday May 19,
2013. He was born March 19, 1932 in Campton, [Wolfe Co.], KY, the son of the late Orville and
Lillie Mae (Jenkins) Lykins. Charles retired from the City of Fairborn in 1994
after 30 years of service and he attended Victory Temple in Fairborn.
In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by two
brothers, James and Leonard; a sister, Leona; two brothers-in-law, Eugene Adkins and Robert "Bobby" Blankenship; and a sister-in-law, Mazie
"Betty" Storms.
He is survived by his wife of 38 years, Barbara; a daughter Loretta
"Lori" (James) Denney of Fairborn; three grandchildren, Lisa,
Michael, Megan; six great-grandchildren; a brother, Carles Lykins of KY; brothers-in-law, Bennie (Helen) Blankenship of New Carlisle, Billy
(Sheila) Blankenship of
Dayton; sisters-in-law, Letha "Bonnie" Lovejoy of Dayton, Clara
McCardle of IN, and Edna Mae
Blankenship of KY; as well as
numerous nieces and nephews.
A funeral service will be held on Friday May 24, 2013 at 12:00 noon
in the Victory Temple, 2443 Valle Greene Dr., Fairborn, Pastor Ancil Carter and
Pastor Tim Walden officiating. Burial will follow in the Byron Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
SSDI: Blankenship, Robert M., 62,
05May1941 - 15Apr2004, West Liberty, Morgan, KY, OH-298-36-2598
+2013, Fairborn, Greene
Co., OH, Obituary
Published in Dayton Daily News on September 8, 2013
Barbara E. Lykins, Age 65, of
Fairborn, passed away Friday, September 6, 2013. She was born June 21, 1948 in
Fairborn, the daughter of the late John M. and Mollie M. (Whitt) Blankenship. Barbara was a
longtime member of Victory Temple in Fairborn.
In addition to her parents she was
preceded in death by her husband, Charles on May 19, 2013; two brothers,
Eugene Adkins, Robert "Bobby" Blankenship; and a sister, Mazie "Betty"
Storms.
She is survived by a sister, Letha
"Bonnie" Lovejoy of Dayton; two brothers, Bennie (Helen) Blankenship of New Carlisle,
Billy (Sheila) Blankenship of Dayton; a
step-daughter, Loretta "Lori" (James) Denney of Fairborn; three
step-grandchildren, Lisa, Michael, Megan; six step great-grandchildren; two sisters-in-law,
Clara McCardle of Indiana, Edna Mae Blankenship of Kentucky; as well as numerous
nieces and nephews.
A funeral service will be held on
Wednesday September 11, 2013 at 12:00 noon in the Victory Temple, 2443 Valle
Greene Dr., Fairborn, Pastor Ancil Carter and Pastor Tim Walden officiating.
Burial will follow in the Byron Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
SSDI: Blankenship,
Mollie, 69, 25Aug1909 - ??Oct1978, Fairborn, Greene, OH, OH-294-52-8773
+2013, Xenia,
Greene Co., OH, Obituary
Published in Dayton Daily News on June 25,
2013
Betty Jane Blankenship, age 84, of Xenia, passed away Sunday, June 23, 2013 at Greenewood
Manor after a long illness. She was born December 6, 1928 in Dayton, Ohio, the
daughter of Samuel and Florence (Harris) Mortimer.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Leonard
Blankenship and 8 brothers and
sisters.
She is survived by her children:
Linda Simms Williams of Atlanta, GA, Bonita Simms Hoover of Birmingham, AL, Gayle Blankenship Bowen of Xenia and Dale Blankenship of Xenia; 10 grandchildren and 13 great
grandchildren; a brother, Thomas Mortimer of Hillsboro, OH and a sister,
Phyllis Mortimer Grisso of La Habra, CA as well as numerous nieces, nephews,
other family members and friends. Betty was a charter member of the Bethel
Missionary Church and was most recently affiliated with the LDS.
Funeral services will be held 11 AM Thursday, June 27, 2013 at
McColaugh Funeral Home, Inc., 826 N. Detroit St., Xenia, with Pastor Dan Jordan
officiating. Interment to follow in Valley View Memorial
Gardens, Xenia.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Ohio, Death Index; https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/VKTY-CX6
Blankenship, Leonard Carson 59, W, M, M,
01 Sep 1930, VA, 17 Jun 1990, Dayton,
Montgomery Co.,
Residence Place: Xenia, Greene Co.,
2014, Xenia, Greene Co., OH, Obituary
Published in Xenia Daily Gazette from Mar. 4
to Mar. 5, 2014
JoAnn "Jody" Cameron, 78, of Xenia, passed away Tuesday,
March 4, 2014, at Greene Memorial Hospital. She was born July 23, 1935, in
Xenia, Ohio, the daughter of Estel Eldon and Ruth Marie Caplinger Spurgeon. She
attended North Side Christian Church.
She is survived by a daughter
and son-in-law, Betty (Mitch) Blankenship, Columbus, two sons and daughters-in-law, Michael (Joyce)
Cameron, Mountain Home, AR, and Robert (Karen) Cameron, Helena, MT, six grandchildren, Ryan Blankenship, Kyle Blankenship, Shauna Blankenship, Cole Cameron, Andrea Cameron, and Ross
Cameron, two great-grandchildren, Brooklynn Blankenship and Jack Cameron, two sisters, Mary (Glen)
Carter, Waynesville, and Janet Neeld, Xenia, a brother-in-law, Aubrey Woods,
Xenia, a brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Roland "J. R." and Mary
"Johnnie" Richardson, Wilmington, by several nieces and nephews, and
by many close friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Marion
"Gene" Cameron, on May 14, 2010, and by two sisters, Wilma Blessing
and Dorothy Woods. Jody will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her.
Services will be held at 11am, Friday, March 7, at Neeld Funeral
Home, 1276 N. Detroit St., Xenia, with Pastor Hugh Hurley officiating. Burial
will be in Woodlawn Cemetery, Bowersville.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Xenia, Greene Co., OH, Obituary
Published in Xenia Daily Gazette from Apr. 4
to Apr. 5, 2014
Imolee Mae Jenner, age 96, of Xenia, passed away Thursday, April 3,
2014. She was born September 18, 1917, in Ironton, OH the daughter of Joseph
and Bertha (Riley) Willis.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Robert
Jenner; son-in-law: James McHarg; brothers: Pearl, Garland, Glenn and Eugene
Willis; and sisters: Thelma Goodbar
and Wilma Blankenship.
She is survived by her daughter: Luann McHarg; a granddaughter:
Molly McHarg, both of Xenia.
Together, Mr. and Mrs. Jenner owned and operated Tiffany's Jewelry
Store in Xenia. She was a member of Westminster Presbyterian Church. She had
been a volunteer at Greene Memorial Hospital, where she served as a buyer for
the Hospital Gift Shop from 1983-85 and was also a member of the Greene
Memorial Women's Auxiliary from 1979-89. Mrs. Jenner was a life member of the
OES-Aldora Chapter.
A service to celebrate her life will be held 11 AM Tuesday, April
8, 2014 at Westminster Presbyterian Church, 990 Old Springfield Pike, Xenia,
with Pastor Brian Maguire officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
1940 Census, Jamestown Village, Silver
Creek Twp., Greene Co., OH,
Willis, Joseph B. 53, M, OH, Head,
Willis, Bertha M. 49, F, OH, Wife,
Willis, Pearl A. 19, M, OH, Son,
Willis, Eugene 14, M, OH, Son,
Willis, Wilma J. 06, F, OH, Dau,
https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/KWXV-222
Guernsey
+2013,
Kimbolton, Guernsey Co., OH, Obituary
https://www.google.com/?gws_rd=ssl#q=kimbolton+ohio
Earl M. Blankenship Jr., 69, of
Kimbolton, died Sunday (September 8, 2013) at The Ohio State University Medical
Center, Columbus, [Franklin Co., OH], surrounded by
his family. He was born December 23, 1943 in Meadow Bridge WV, son of the late Earl Mason
Blankenship Sr. and Nettie (Anderson) Blankenship.
Mr. Blankenship had worked for Salt Fork
Campgrounds as a park maintenance employee. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, and
anything in the outdoors.
In addition to his parents, he was
preceded in death by a sister, Betty Reynolds.
He is survived by his wife of
fifty years, Donna (Shade) Blankenship; two sons, Michael (& Beth) Blankenship of
Powell and Dale (& Donna) Blankenship of Ostrander; two daughters, Karolyn
(& Michael) Meheran of Gahanna and Marie (& Michael) Warfield of
Kimbolton; a brother, Bob Blankenship of Columbus; twelve grandchildren; three
great-grandchildren; and friends too numerous to mention.
Private funeral services for the family
will be held at a later date.
+2013,
Kimbolton, Guernsey Co., OH, Obituary
http://www.addyfuneralhome.com/obituaries/Charles-Blankenship/#!/Obituary
Charles F. Blankenship, Sr., 63, of
Kimbolton, O., died Thursday, December 5, 2013 at OSU Medical Center, [Columbus, Franklin Co., OH]. He was born
April 13, 1950 in Iaeger, WV to the late Elmer E. Blankenship Sr. and Martha (Steele) Blankenship of Kimbolton.
Charles was retired from Ohio Valley Coal
Company. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, playing guitar and spending time with
family.
On December 8, 1972, he married Sherry (Durben)
Blankenship, who survives. Also surviving are two sons, Charles F.
Blankenship Jr. of Chicago, Ill, Scott L. Blankenship of Kimbolton; one daughter, Tracy A.
Blankenship of New Philadelphia; several grandchildren; one great grandchild; three brothers,
Elmer
E. Blankenship Jr. of Kimbolton, Ronnie L.
(Crystal) Blankenship of Kimbolton, Chris P. (Becky) Blankenship of Tuscalusa,
AL; three sisters, Ruth C. Graves of Columbus, Linda D. Williamson of
Quaker City, Delores J. (Ed) Furbee of Kimbolton; several nieces and nephews.
Services will be Wednesday, December 11,
2013 at 7 p.m. at Addy Funeral Home with Pastor Mike Crank officiating.
Hamilton
+2014, Anderson Twp.,
Hamilton Co. OH, Obituary
The Kansas City Star, (MO) - August 10, 2014
Charles R. Blankenship, Jr. age 62, of Anderson Township passed away on Monday, August 4,
2014.
He is survived by his beloved wife
Elizabeth Smith Blankenship. He was the son of Charles R. Blankenship Sr. of
Sacramento, CA and the late Lois
Metzger Blankenship. Cherished father of Rachel (Brian) Cochran of Overland Park, KS, Joseph Blankenship of Overland Park, KS, Rebecca Blankenship of Cincinnati, OH, and the late Sara and Joshua Blankenship.
Loving grandpa to Tate and Maisy Cochran. Brother of Sue (Homer) Rosenbaum, Barb (Dave) Berry, Jayne (John) Shephard, Sallie (Scott) Wetschensky, Lisa (Dan) Dempewolf, and Judi (Ron) Gray. He
also will be missed by a host of other family and friends.
Charles was well respected in his career in the Religious
Publishing Industry. He was very active in his faith community at IHM Church in
Anderson Twp. and the Knights of Columbus. Charles loved his collection of
books and was a very talented, accomplished musician.
Funeral service will be Tuesday, August 12, at St. Pius X Catholic
Church 5500 Woodson, Mission, KS 66202, time of Mass at 11am.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Cincinnati, Hamilton Co., OH, Obituary
Published in The Cincinnati Enquirer on March 6, 2013
William Monroe Blankenship. Age 93. Married the
late Julie Pauline (nee Nevin) on June 8, 1940. Died
Feb. 28, 2013.
Devoted father of William Paul Blankenship (David J. Glaser), Judy Ann (the late James C.) Flora, Yvonne
Lynn Pack, Carla Dianne Pucke (the late J.D.
Heskamp) and the late Virginia Lee (the late
Bobby Gene) Benjamin.
Survived by 12 (2 deceased) grand children,
16 great-grandchildren and 4 great-great grandchildren.
William was born Feb. 12, 1920 and grew up in Indian Hill.
Visitation Fri. Mar. 8, from 10:00AM until
time of Funeral Service at 11:00AM both at Mihovk-Rosenacker Funeral Home 10211
Plainfield Rd (just south of Glendale-Milford Rd). Member of Moscow Masonic
Lodge www.mrfh.com
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
SSDI; Blankenship,
Julie Pauline, 87, 17Nov1921 - 17Apr2009, Maineville, Warren, OH,
OH-301-01-8820
2013, Cincinnati, Hamilton
Co., OH, Obituary
Published in The Cincinnati
Enquirer on Oct. 12, 2013
Patsy Lou Blankenship, Beloved wife
of 33 years to the late William R. Blankenship; Loving mother of Kathy (Daniel) Green
and Karyn (Jon)
Thistlewood; Devoted grandmother of Jennifer (Adam), Christina (Geary), Zach,
Nick and Sam; Great grandmother of Abe and Aida;
She was preceded in death by her
companion of 20 years, William McMillan;
Also survived by her loving sister, Laura
Sexton;
Patsy passed away Wednesday, October 9,
2013, age 78; Resident of Mt. Healthy;
Visitation will be Monday 11am-1pm at
Paul R. Young Funeral Home, 7345 Hamilton Ave., Mt. Healthy, with Funeral
Service to follow at 1pm; Burial will be in Arlington Memorial Gardens.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
SSDI: Blankenship,
William R., 71, 06May1916 - 13Oct1987, Cincinnati, Hamilton, OH, WV-236-07-0829
+2013, Cincinnati, Hamilton Co., OH, Obituary
Published in The Cincinnati Enquirer on Nov. 11,
2013
Jean. Devoted wife of the late Daniel B.
Blankenship; Loving mother of Lorraine
(Mike) Stickney, Fred Blankenship,
Lois Smith and Jeff
(Connie) Blankenship,
Dear grandmother and great-grandmother of many grandchildren; Sister of Lara
Zins, California; Saturday, November 9, 2013 age 85.
Graveside services will be held Wednesday, November 13th at Spring
Grove Cemetery, 4521 Spring Grove Avenue, Cincinnati at 1:00 P.M.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
SSDI: Blankenship,
Daniel B., 75, 29Nov1924 - 18Dec1999, Cincinnati, Hamilton, OH, OH-294-16-5624
Poss; Son of Daniel Blankenship and Lousia
M.?
2013, Cincinnati, Hamilton Co., OH, Obituary
Published in The Cincinnati Enquirer on Nov. 21,
2013
Daniel W. Rogers, beloved husband of Sherry Rogers (nee Loos). Dear
father of Daniel W. Rogers II and Angela R. (Michael) Kmucha. Loving grandfather of Dustin J. and Danielle C. Kmucha.
Brother of the late John T. "Bud" Rogers. Brother-in-law of Phyllis Blankenship and the late Eleanor Rogers.
Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.
Passed away Wednesday, November 20, 2013 at
age 73. Visitation to
be held at Hodapp Funeral Home, 7401 Vine St., Carthage, Friday from 1 PM until
time of blessing at 2:30 PM.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Cincinnati, Hamilton Co., OH, Obituary
Published in The Cincinnati Enquirer on May 1,
2014
Sherry A. (nee. Taylor), wife of Robert Linville, mother of
Christina Iams (Phillip) and Jason R. Linville (Shannon), grandmother of
Robert, Brianna, and Andrew Iams, Lilleana and Josie Linville, daughter of
Clyde and Betty Taylor, sister of Cathy Blankenship, Clyde Taylor Jr., and Timothy Taylor. Also survived by several nieces and nephews.
Sherry, a resident of Colerain Twp., passed away on April 29, 2014
at age 57.
Visitation, Ambassador Freewill Baptist
Church, 776 Clough Pike, Cincinnati on Friday from 10:00am until time of
services on Friday at 12Noon. Interment Crown Hill Memorial Park.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Cincinnati, Hamilton Co., OH, Obituary
Published in The Cincinnati Enquirer on June 26,
2014
Andrew Blankenship,
devoted father of Autumn
Blankenship, dear son of Renie Blankenship & Anna Blankenship,
dear grandfather of Kiera Kozerski, brother of Colleen
(Frank) Brock, Michelle
Blankenship & Stefani Wright, best friend of Jeff Green, June 23, 2014 formerly of
Newtown, OH.
Services at T. P. White & Sons Funeral Home, 2050 Beechmont
Ave., Mt. Washington on Saturday June 28 at 6 P.M.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Public Records: https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/KRT3-CNR
Blankenship, Renie Jr.
- 06 Nov 1938 - Cincinnati, OH
Relatives: Andrew T. Blankenship, Anna
Jean Blankenship, Jr. Renie Blankenship,
2014,
Cincinnati,
Hamilton Co., OH, Obituary
Published in The Cincinnati Enquirer from June
28 to June 29, 2014
Dorothy Homan (nee Stratton) Devoted mother of Diane (Alan) Werner, Daniel (Sharon) Homan Jr., Dennis
"Mike" (Laurie) Homan, Debby (John) Mitchell, Donna (Todd) Kelly, Dorie Blankenship, Doug Homan, Denise (Jim) Farrell, and D.
J. (Allison) Homan. Cherished grandmother of 18 and
great-grandmother of 2.
Dorothy is preceded in death by her husband Daniel Homan, her
sister Jean Wenstrup, her brother Joe Stratton and sons-in-law John Bradley and Jeff Blankenship.
Departed on June 25, 2014 at the age of 89.
Visitation will be held Monday, June 30 from 9:00 AM until Mass of
Christian Burial at 10:00 AM at St. Vincent Ferrer Church, 7754 Montgomery Rd.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Cincinnati, Hamilton Co., OH, Obituary
http://www.tuftsschildmeyer.com/obituary?id=1399112
Wanda Louise Blankenship; January 27, 1954 - July 6, 2014; Cincinnati, OH;
Loving mother of David (Toni) Blankenship and Billy Blankenship. Dear daughter of Virginia Glover and the
late Clyde Glover. Sister of Sandra (Gary) Botkin and Vicky
(Derrick) Spruance. Grandmother of Heather, Stephanie,
Kayla, Michelle, Lilly and BJ. Great grandmother of
Wyatt and Laney. Also many nieces, nephews and
cousins.
She died on Sunday, July 6, 2014 at the age of 60 at Hospice of
Cincinnati at Mercy Western Hills.
Services will be held at Tufts Schildmeyer Funeral Home, 129
Riverside Drive, Loveland on Wednesday, July 9 at 11 AM where friends will be
received from 9:30 AM until the time of the service. Rev. John Botkin will be
officiating the services.The following gentleman will be participating as pallbearers. John
Botkin, David Blankenship,
Billy Blankenship, Derrick Spruance, Gary Botkin
and Wild Bill. Interment Graceland Memorial Gardens,
Milford, Ohio.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Cincinnati, Hamilton
Co., OH, Obituary
Published in The Cincinnati Enquirer on Aug. 24,
2014
Herman Blankenship,
beloved husband of the late Betty Blankenship; father
of Brenda Edwards, William Blankenship, Melissa Vanlandingham, and Patrick Blankenship; grandfather of six; great grandfather of
three. August 20, 2014. Age 78.
Retired from G. E. Evendale. Member of Par Hopers
Golf Club.
Visitation will be at Vorhis & Ryan Funeral Home, 5501
Montgomery Rd., Norwood on Tuesday, August 26, 2014 from 10 AM til time of
funeral service at 12 noon.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Herman Blankenship, b.09Jul1936 - https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/QJ76-9QN8
+2014, Harrison, Hamilton Co., OH, Obituary
http://www.cookfuneral.com/?pagetype=obitlink&obit_id=1448107
Gaynell Campbell, age 85, of Harrison, Ohio, passed away Thursday,
October 30, 2014 at Shawneespring of Harrison. Born February 2, 1929 in Grundy,
Virginia she was the daughter of Garland and Clara May Blankenship Deel.
Gaynell married Harry Campbell in 1948 in Lawrenceburg and he
preceded her in death in 1984. They owned and operated a fishing lake and
restaurant. Gaynell also worked at the Sisters of Charity Mother House. She
enjoyed quilting and dancing.
Those surviving who will honor Gaynell’s memory include daughter,
Mitzi Campbell and son-in-law Ron Carr, of Sunman; sisters, Mildred, Juanita,
and Loretta; brothers, Benny and Dan; 2 grandchildren, Tammi and Joshua and 3
great grandchildren.
Besides her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by
brothers, Kenneth and Clinard and one sister, Iris.
In keeping with Gaynell’s wishes, cremation was chosen, and
services will be held at a later time.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Highland
+2014, Greenfield, Highland
Co., OH, Obituary
Published in Times Gazette from Feb. 6 to
Feb. 7, 2014
Emogene Brumfield, 97, of Greenfield, died Wednesday, Feb. 5, 2014
at Edgewood Manor in Greenfield. She was born Oct. 5, 1916 in Lawrence County,
the daughter of the late Theodore and Adaline Blankenship
VanMeter.
She married Hartsel Brumfield on July 27, 1935. He preceded her in
death Aug. 17, 1969.
She is survived by three children, Joyce Doyle of Jacksonville,
Fla., Ronald (Nancy) Brumfield and Ann Kuhns, all of Dayton; eight
grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; one
sister, Erma Shew of Springfield; and one brother, Harley VanMeter of Pedro.
She was preceded in death by one granddaughter, three brothers and
two sisters.
Emogene was a 1934 graduate of Aid Township School. She worked for
many years at the U.S. Shoe Corporation in Greenfield. She was a member of the
Greenfield First Baptist Church and Greenfield Eagles Auxiliary 1325.
Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Monday, Feb. 10 at the
Anderson-Ebright Funeral Home, Greenfield, with Mark Current officiating.
Burial will follow in Greenfield Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Hillsboro, Highland
Co., OH, Obituary
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/118461316/ernest-b.-blankenship
Ernest B. "Ernie" Blankenship, 77, of Hillsboro,
died Tuesday, Oct. 8, 2013 at his home. He was born Sept. 7, 1936 in Fleming,
Letcher County, Ky., the son of the late Stanley Ernest and Lula Alley Blankenship.
Mr. Blankenship retired from the NCB
Savings Bank in Hillsboro as senior vice president with over 25 years of
service. He also worked as the personnel manager for Rotary Forms Press for 37
years. He was a member of the NCB Savings Bank Board of Directors in Hillsboro
and Washington, D.C., served on the Highland District Hospital Foundation Board
and was an appointed member of the West Point student selection committee for
the local district. He was a U.S. Army veteran and a life member of VFW Post
9094, AmVets Post 61 and Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie 1161, a member of the
Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks 361, Hillsboro Rotary Club and St. Mary
Catholic Church, and a 4th degree Knight of Columbus.
Ernie had served the community in many
capacities and received awards and honors that include over 50 years of
broadcasting on WSRW/WCHO radio, inducted into the Ohio Southeast District
Coaches Hall of Fame, recognized by the Ohio High School Athletic Association
for lifetime achievement, namesake and founder of the Highland County Society
for Children and Adults, was responsible for awarding more than $100,000 in
college scholarships for area student-athletes through his service at NCB Bank,
was recognized by U.S. Congressman Mike Turner for Community Service, was
recognized by many area high schools for more that 50 years of sports
broadcasting, played football for Hillsboro High School from 1951-55, was
All-South Central Ohio League and All-Ohio, and was inducted into the Highland
County Sports Hall of Fame. In August 1998, Mayor Sandy Harsha proclaimed Ernie Blankenship
Days
in recognition of his community service, he received the Outstanding Leadership
Award from the Ohio Educational Service Center Association in 2004, was awarded
the honor of Kentucky Colonel in 1999, received a certificate of appreciation
for many years of support from the Highland County Sherriff's Department and
sheriff Ron Ward on Jan. 17, 2013, received the OHSBCA Hall of Honor Award
District 14 on April 20, 2013, was presented the Keys To The Village of
Fayetteville for his community support to their village, received the Ohio High
School Athletic Association "Resolution of Ernie" by Daniel Ross,
commissioner, received the Ohio High School Athletic Association Media Award of
Merit, March 24, 2012, and was honored in 1980 at the Highland County Senior
Citizens with a "Roast for Ernie."
Ernie was a 1955 graduate of Hillsboro
High School, received his bachelor's degree from the University of Cincinnati
and his master's degree from Xavier University. Ernie had also played on the
Cincinnati Reds farm team after returning from overseas duty in the Army. On
Aug. 29, 1998, the "Victory Bell" at Richards Memorial Field was
dedicated to Ernie in honor of his endless support to HHS football.
In addition to his parents, he was
preceded in death by one daughter, Mary Kay Blankenship; and two
brothers, Curtis Neil Blankenship and Ray Blankenship.
He is survived by his wife, Rita K. Owen
Blankenship, whom he had married March 3, 1962; three sons, Todd Blankenship of Hillsboro, Ryan
"Smoke" (Erin) Blankenship of Hillsboro and Ernie Blankenship of New Vienna;
eight grandchildren, Amber, Chad, Beau, Presley, Hannah, Marc, Zach and Abby
Blankenship; one sister, Judy (Bill) Henning of West Chester; one brother,
Richard
Blankenship of Hillsboro; two sisters-in-law, Peggy Blankenship of Xenia and
Linda Wright of Indianapolis, Ind.; one brother-in-law, Larry (Kathy) Owen of
Florida; a special aunt, Helen Semones of Hillsboro; and several nieces and
nephews.
Mass of Christian Burial will be
celebrated at 10 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 12 by Father Mike Paraniuk at St. Mary
Catholic Church in Hillsboro. Burial, with military honors presented by the
Highland County Honor Guard, will follow in St. Mary's Catholic Cemetery.
+2014, Mowrystown, Highland Co., OH, Obituary
The Times-Gazette, (Hillsboro, OH) - July 21, 2014
Cleo Brandenburg, 96, of Mowrystown, passed away unexpectedly
Friday, July 18, 2014 at home. She was born June 3, 1918 in Lee County, Ky.,
daughter of the late Wilson and Hallie (Hogan) Browning.
On July 6, 1935, she married Woodrow W. Brandenburg, who preceded
her in death on November 15, 2004. Mrs. Brandenburg was a member of New Market
Baptist Church.
Surviving are her son, Donald Ray (Jeanette) Brandenburg of
Mowrystown; four grandchildren, Donald Carl (Rhonda) Brandenburg, Terry Lee
(Debbie) Brandenburg, Donna Mae (Dave) Stafford, and Todd (Mary) Brandenburg;
13 great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; brother
Herbert Browning, Ocala, Fla.; and sister,
Juanita Blankenship, Lebanon.
In addition to her parents and husband, Mrs. Brandenburg was
preceded in death by four brothers, Walker Browning, Ben Browning, Mike
Browning and John Browning; and two sisters, Pauline Gabbard and Revilla
Villars.
Funeral Services will be held 11 a.m., Tuesday, July 22, 2014 at
Edgington Funeral Home, 17 E. Main St., Mowrystown, with Pastor Andrew Johnson
officiating. Interment will follow in the Mowrystown Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Hocking
2014, Logan, Hocking Co., OH, Obituary
The Logan Daily News, (OH) - July 15, 2014
Woodrow William "Bill" Nixon, age 81, of Logan, Ohio,
passed away Tuesday, July 15, 2014, at Mount Carmel East Hospital, Columbus, [Franklin Co.], Ohio. Born Sept. 6, 1932, in Monday
Creek Township, Perry, Ohio, he was the son of the late Samuel John and Icley
Evelyn (Stephenson) Nixon.
Bill served in both the United States Marine Corps and the United
States Marine Corps Reserve for a total of 19 years, serving during both the
Korean Conflict and the Vietnam Era. He retired from Columbia Gas of Ohio after
35 years of service.
Bill is survived by his loving wife, Kathryn Louise (Vansickle)
Nixon; one son, William Brent Nixon, of Logan; one daughter, Caitlyn Mae Nixon,
of Logan; six grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren.
In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by three
brothers, Loren, Don and Harold Nixon; two sisters,
Elaine Blankenship and Consuella May Dunkle; and one
grandson, Edward Nixon.
At Bill's request there will be no visitation or funeral service.
Burial will be in Knollwood Cemetery, Falls Township, Hocking
County, Ohio.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Jackson
2014, Jackson, Jackson Co., OH, Obituary
Published in the Chillicothe Gazette on July 26,
2014
Roberta A. (Hively) Jenkins of Jackson, OH, wife of Gary S.
Jenkins; mother of Leslie Anne (Blankenship) Kilko, Aaron Keith Blankenship; Geoffrey Chad Jenkins; Timothy Ryan Jenkins; born, November 6,
1947, passed away on July 24, 2014.
Funeral to be held on Sunday, July 27 at 2pm at Lewis-Gillum
Funeral Home, with burial to follow at the Evergreen, Coal Township Cemetery,
Jackson County OH.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Wellston, Jackson Co., OH, Obituary
The Jackson County Times-Journal, (OH) - July 11, 2014
Randall Curtis "Randy" Henry, age 34, of Wellston, passed
away unexpectedly Wednesday, July 9, 2014 at his home. He was born May 30, 1980
in Gallipolis, Ohio to Stephen B. Henry and Angela J. Blankenship Henry.
Randy was a 1999 graduate of Wellston High School and he worked in
the construction and concrete field. He enjoyed all sports, including cheering
for the Ohio State Buckeyes and the Cincinnati Reds. Randy was an avid NASCAR
fan and Sundays were dedicated to watching the races on T.V.
He is survived by his mother,
Angela Blankenship Henry of Wellston; wife, Stephanie R. LeMay Henry; 3 children, Brooklyn, Elizabeth and Alexander,
all at home, as well as several aunts, uncles, cousins and close friends.
Randy was preceded in death by his father, Stephen B. Henry; his grandparents, James C. and Gladys M. Blankenship and
Millard R. and Nancy Henry, along with several uncles, and his special cousin,
Eryn Thompson.
Funeral service will be Monday at 1 p.m. at the McWilliams Funeral
Home. Burial will follow in the Ridgewood Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Public Records: https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/QJWH-13TH
Angela J. Henry - b.31Jul1962 – Wellston,
OH
Relatives: Randall C. Henry, Stephen B.
Henry.
Knox
2014, Mount Vernon, Knox Co., OH, Death
Published in the News Journal on Mar. 2, 2014
Charlotte Faye
(Blankenship) (Tucker) Peck, age 70, of Mount Vernon, passed away on Friday, February 28, 2014
at the Country Court Nursing Home with her family by her side.
The Dowds-Snyder Funeral Home in Mount Vernon is honored to serve
the family of Charlotte Faye Peck.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
OH Death; https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/F6VF-HT3
Kenneth E. Tucker 57, M, 1941 -
01Jun1998, Mt. Vernon, Knox,
S/o
Arthur Tucker & Clara Hagans – H/o Charlotte Blankenship
Lake
2013, Concord, Lake Co., OH, Obituary
Published in
www.News-Herald.com on April 15, 2013
Gary Francis Kenesky, 58, of Concord, died April 12, 2013, in Huntsburg [Twp., Geauga Co., OH], surrounded by his family after a
courageous battle with cancer. Born March 16, 1955, in Cleveland, Gary attended
Riverside High School and was a graduate of Frontier High School in Hamburg,
N.Y. He proudly served in the U.S. Army-82nd Airborne and was an avid military
aircraft enthusiast who also enjoyed fishing. He was a member of American
Legion Post 678 in Willowick. Gary was an expert machinist and owner of All
American Automatic in Eastlake.
Gary is survived by his mother, Dolores Kenesky; sister, Sharon (Eddie) Blankenship; brother, James (Patricia) Kenesky; niece,
Jennifer Christman; nephews, Benjamin Christman, Peter (Sheila) Christman,
Joshua (Amanda) Kenesky and Travis Kenesky. Uncle Gee also leaves behind his
beloved ""little buddy,"" Stevie Knack,
""buddies,"" John Long, Christopher Long, Stephen Knack and
many, many other cherished friends who were all very dear to him.
He was preceded in death by his father, Theodore Kenesky; brother,
Teddy Kenesky; maternal grandparents, Joseph and Mary Balazs; paternal
grandfather, Joseph Kenesky; and paternal grandmothers, Julia and Pearl
Kenesky.
Services will be 11 a.m. Wednesday at the Spear-Mulqueeny Funeral
Home, 667 Mentor Ave., Painesville. Burial will be at Concord Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Eastlake,
Lake Co., OH, Obituary
The Plain Dealer, (Cleveland, OH) - January 27, 2013
Beatrice G. Borcziak, age 85. Beloved wife of 50
years to the late Metro. Loving mother of Bruce D. and
the late Elaine. Dear grandmother of Bruce James (Lisa), Heather (Brian) Blankenship, Brian
(Jacki) and Andrea. Beloved great-grandmother of 7.
Dear sister of Harold. Member of the Lakeshore Congregation
of Jehovah's Witnesses.
Memorial Visitation will be Monday, January 28 From
5-7 P.M. at the Monreal Funeral Home, 35400 Curtis BLVD., Eastlake.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Painesville, Lake Co., OH, Obituary
Published in www.News-Herald.com on Sept. 21,
2014
Venessa M. Santini (Nessa) born April 24,
1991, in Painesville. Venessa passed away Sept. 18, 2014, at Lake West
Hospital.
Services for Venessa M. Santini, age 23, of Painesville will be 8
p.m., Tuesday, at the Spear-Mulqueeny Funeral Home, 667 Mentor Ave.,
Painesville.
Venessa enjoyed music, poetry, and loved watching movies with her
fiancé, Ryan Azzano. She attended Lake Academy in Willoughby.
Survivors are her daughter, Ava Santini, whom she loved with all
her heart; parents, Carolyn (Johnny Ray) Huber-McElroy and James Santini; twin
sister, Veronica (Donny) Boss; sister, Karra Walaconis; brother, Adam Gomez;
fiancé, Ryan Azzano; and special sister, Amy Gray; grandparents, Linda and Don
Waddell, Paul Huber, and Lynn Kolb; great-grandparents, Alverda
""Berdie"" McGuire, Chester and Helen Waddell; aunt, Taunya
(Terry) Santini; uncles, Matthew Waddell, Robert (Betty) Santini Jr.; niece,
Rochelle Wunsch; nephews, Ocean
Gray (Blankenship) and Donny Boss; great-aunts and uncles, Patricia (Brett)
Sloan, Marie (Scott) Butler, Louise (Gary) Bena, Felicia (Karl) White, Herb
Costanzo, Steven Costanzo Sr., Ed Piatek, and Mark Piatek, Elaine McGuire,
Eddie Waddell and Jim Waddell; cousins, Russell Dubelack, Robert Santini III,
Kyler and Kadin Waddell, David Nofziger, Angela Hytree, Jason Sloan, Rachel
Porostosky, Sarah Butler, Jake Francis, Elizabeth Bena, Krystal Costanzo, Sean
Davis, Steven Costanzo Jr., Kayla, Katie and Karla White, Sean P. McGuire, Sean
W. McGuire; and special aunts, Natalie Weems, Jessica Huler, Karen Costanzo,
and Marcia Lawson; and many other well-loved family and friends who will deeply
miss her.
She was preceded in death by her brother, Brandon
Blankenship; paternal
grandparents, Mary Lou Randal and Robert Santini Sr.; maternal
great-grandparents, Henry and Veronica Huber, William McGuire Sr. and Herb
Costanzo Sr.; nephew, Landyn McNamee; and many other loved ones.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Mentor, Lake Co., OH, Obituary
Published in www.News-Herald.com on March 24,
2013
James Herbert Rushworth, 84, passed away March 21, 2013, at his
home in Mentor, surrounded by his family. Born March 19, 1929, in Cleveland, he
served in the Army during the Korean Conflict.
James was an avid fisherman and hunter. He was also a Lake Erie
charter captain. He worked as a planning supervisor for Caterpillar, retiring
after 25 years of service.
Survivors are his wife of 63 years, Louella Rushworth; sons, James
(Susan M.) Rushworth and Kevin (Susan D.) Rushworth; grandson, Cory James Rushworth; and sisters, Joan Rupert, Linda Blankenship
and Barbara Bregar.
James was preceded in death by his parents, Herbert and Eleanor
Rushworth.
Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Tuesday, March 26, 2013, at
Monreal Funeral Home, 35400 Curtis Blvd., Eastlake. Burial will be at Western
Reserve Memorial Gardens in Chester Township.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Mentor, Lake Co., OH, Obituary
Published in www.News-Herald.com on May 19,
2013
Mary Louise Blankenship, 89, of Mentor, passed away Friday, May 17, 2013, at Hospice House
in Cleveland. She was born Oct. 12,
1923, in Pageton, W.Va., to Sam and Irene Mitchem. Mary belonged to Nottingham
Baptist Church in Willoughby Hills. She enjoyed gardening and loved her flowers
and jigsaw puzzles.
Survivors include her children,
David (Linda) Blankenship of Mentor and Rosemary Broos of
Madison; seven grandchildren; and 16 great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Milton; son,
Michael; and granddaughter, Elaine.
A funeral service will be 10 a.m. Wednesday at Nottingham Baptist
Church, 2921 Bishop Road, Willoughby Hills. Interment will be in Whitehaven
Memorial Park, Mayfield Village.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
SSDI: Blankenship, Milton P., 83, 09Dec1917
- 05Mar2001, Euclid,
Cuyahoga, OH, MI-363-26-9828
+2014, Mentor, Lake Co., OH, Obituary
The Plain Dealer, (Cleveland, OH) - April 21, 2014
Raymond F. Newlin, age 83, precious life
partner of 24 years to Evelyn Medved. Loving father of Loretta (Thomas) Mosolovich,
Raymond Niewiadomski and David Newlin. Cherished
grandfather of Rachel and Gregory Mosolovich. Brother of Albert, Alice
(deceased), Edward (deceased), Joseph, Marie (deceased), Stella "Aunt
Bunny" (deceased), Steve (deceased) and Thomas. Also
survived by Evelyn's children, Linda (Dave) Blankenship, Dan (Debbie) Medved, Tim Medved, Marie
(Rick) Evans, Pete (Dryn) Medved and grandchildren.
Ray was a veteran of the Korean War. He was a lifelong member of
the PLAV Post 109 and a member of AMVETS Post 31. He loved to hunt and fish. He
was also an usher for St. John Vianney Parish for over 30 years.
Funeral Mass will be 9:30 a.m. Wednesday, April 23 at St. John
Vianney Parish, 7575 Bellflower Road, Mentor.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Painesville Twp., Lake Co., OH, Obituary
Published in www.News-Herald.com on Dec. 4,
2013
Frank V. Bedenk, 93, passed away Dec 1, 2013, at Heartland of
Mentor. He was born on Sept. 1, 1920, in Chicago, Ill., and was a resident of
Painesville Township for many years.
Frank served in the US Army during World War II, participating in
the European Theatre. He served in the Ardennes, Rhineland, and in Central
Europe campaigns. Frank was a self-employed mason.
He is survived by his wife, Christina (Incorvaia) Bedenk; son,
Frank (Connie) Bedenk of Painesville, daughter, Linda Bedenk of Painesville
Township; grandchildren, Renee
Bedenk, Michelle Blankenship, and Mike Bedenk; five
great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren; brother, Albert
Bedenk of LaGrange, Ill., and sister, Albina Bukky of Madison.
He was preceded in death by his daughter, Mary Bedenk; his parents;
and three sisters, Ann Suomi, Harriett Maki and Dorothy Ferguson.
Interment will be in Western Reserve National Cemetery in Rittman,
Ohio. At Frank's request, there will be no calling hours or funeral services
observed.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Lawrence
2014, Bald Knob, Lawrence Co., OH, Obituary
Published in The Herald-Dispatch on Sept. 6,
2014
George Luther Humphrey, 95, of Bald Knob, Ohio, passed away Friday,
September 5, 2014 at his home. The Lawrence County, Ohio native was born March
13, 1919, a son of the late Thomas and Elizabeth Hobstetter Humphrey.
He is survived by his wife, Vivian Love Humphrey, whom he married
November 14, 1945. Mr. Humphrey was a graduate of the Kitts Hill High School
and was a U.S. WWII Army Veteran serving in the 401st AAA Gun Battalion. He
attended the Bald Knob Church, was a former employee for the Carlyle Tile
Company and a self employed farmer, which he loved doing.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by: two
brothers; Edward (Edna) Humphrey and Ervin (June) Humphrey five sisters:
Katherine (Bill) Morris, Ella (Dewey) White, Eva (Charles) Payne, Mildred
(Wendell) Corn, and Hildred (Carl) Norris a daughter-in-law: Telisa Humphrey a
great granddaughter: Peyton Humphrey.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by: three sons: Jack (Kay)
Humphrey, Jeff (Cassi) Humphrey and Rodger (Diana) Humphrey, three daughters: Sandra Humphrey, Nancy (Fred) Blankenship, and Joy (Bill) Tackett a brother-in-law
and sister-in-law: Franklin and Susie Love fifteen grandchildren: Jason (Vicki) Humphrey, Lance Humphrey, Sarah
(Jamie) Rice, Lora (Aaron) Freeman, SSGT John (Josie) Blankenship, Eric (Loretta) Tackett, Julie Kelley, Luke (Beth) Tackett,
Timothy (Kristen) Humphrey, Dustin (Courtney) Humphrey, Tracy (Zach) Carey,
Meagan (Paul) Kerns, Hilary Humphrey, Zachary Humphrey, Hannah Humphrey sixteen
great-grandchildren: Emma, Joshua, Noah and Jayce Humphrey, Eilee and Eli
Freeman, Ethan Rice, Jaida Kelley, Brooke, Carter, and Cailey Carey, Jeremy,
Chayden, Brysen, and Layce Kerns and Ellie Tackett.
Graveside services will be 11 a.m. Monday, September 8, 2014 in
Myrtle Ridge Cemetery with Pastor James Kearns officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Chesapeake, Lawrence Co., OH, Obituary
Published in The Herald-Dispatch on June 26,
2014
Peggy Ann Nunley,
74, of Chesapeake, Ohio, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, June 24,
2014, at the Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House, [Huntington, Cabell Co., WV].
She was born September 11, 1939, in Cabell County, W.Va., a daughter of the
late Pierce and Maggie Ross Blankenship.
She was also preceded in death by a son Billy Spurlock. She
attended Morningstar Pentecostal Church.
She is survived by her husband Tom Nunley; two daughters, Debbie
Smith and Linda McDonald, both of Indianapolis, Indiana; two sons, Ricky
McDonald of Chesapeake, Ohio, and Carl Lee McDonald of Crown City, Ohio; two brothers, Jack Blankenship of Barboursville, W.Va., and Don Blankenship of Proctorville, Ohio; nineteen
grandchildren and seventeen great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Friday, June 27, 2014,
at the Wallace Funeral Home & Chapel, Barboursville, with Pastor Frank
Donnally officiating. Burial will be in the Ross Cemetery, Barboursville.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Chesapeake, Lawrence Co., OH, Obituary
Published in The Herald-Dispatch on Nov. 29,
2014
Robert Mack Waugh, 88, of Chesapeake, Ohio, formerly of Huntington,
West Virginia, went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Thursday,
November 27, 2014. He was the beloved husband of Manya Denise Waugh. He was
born August 14, 1926 to Mack and Lillie Casey Waugh.
He served his country in the United States Navy during World War II
as a Scout and Raider and underwater demolition. He was retired from BASF as
Purchasing Manager after 39 years of service. He was a member of Kellogg
Independent Holiness Church of God.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his first
wife, Barbara Martin Waugh; second wife
Shirley Mae Blankenship Waugh; his sister and brother-in-law, Erma Lee
and Hank Deppner; brother and sister-in-law Kenneth and Mary Waugh; brother
James Waugh; brother-in-law Rev. James Moore; and stepson, Christopher Andrew
Gue.
Survivors include his wife, Manya Denise Waugh; children Robert M.
Waugh, Jr. (Karen), Sally Coburn, Joseph Waugh (Missy), Kathi Powell (Mike);
stepson Adam Gue; brother Don Waugh (Faye); sisters Norma Moore, Nancy McComas
(Boots), and Judy Carroll (Raymond); sister-in-law, Anna Waugh; grandchildren,
Heather Ramsey (Andy), Josh Waugh (Chelyene), Zack Waugh (Ashley), David Waugh,
Evan Waugh and Whitney Powell; great-grandchildren Nathan Ramsey, Lacey Ramsey,
Brody Waugh and Bailey Waugh.
Funeral services will be conducted on Sunday, November 30, 2014 at
1 p.m. at Beard Mortuary, Huntington, with Pastor Roger Mooney officiating.
Interment will follow at White Chapel Memorial Gardens, Barboursville.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Ironton, Lawrence Co., OH, Funeral
The Herald-Dispatch, (Huntington, WV) - February 21, 2013
Anita Perkeyof Ironton, 11 a.m., Reger
Funeral Chapel, Huntington; Blankenship
Family Cemetery, Wayne.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Ironton, Lawrence
Co., OH, Obituary
The Daily Independent, (Ashland, KY) Date: September 12, 2014
George Edward Clutters, 79, of Ironton, died Thursday in SOMC Hospice
Center in Portsmouth [Scioto
Co., OH]. He was born May
19, 1935, in Ironton.
He was preceded in death by his wives, Evelyn Joan Crance Clutters and Edith Mae Blankenship Clutters.
The funeral will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday at Phillips Funeral Home in
Ironton. Burial will be in Woodland Cemetery in Ironton.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Proctorville, Lawrence Co., OH, Obituary
Published in The Herald-Dispatch on Oct. 17,
2014
William Everette Perry, 82, of Proctorville, Ohio, passed away
October 16, 2014. He was born February 24, 1932 in Wayne County, a son of the
late Mitchell and Estelle
Blankenship Perry.
Funeral services will be conducted at 1 p.m. Saturday, October 18,
2014 at the Wallace Funeral Home and Chapel, Barboursville, by Rev. Kenneth
Bell. Burial will be in Forest Memorial Park.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Sybel Mae Perry and his
special hunting buddies, Ostie McComas and Odas Perry.
He is survived by one daughter and son-in-law, Everetta and David
Dean of Huntington; one son and daughter-in-law, Keith O. and Angela Perry of
Proctorville, Ohio, with whom he made his home for the last 2 ½ years; several
brothers and sisters; five grandchildren, Michael Dean, Melanie Pinkerman
(Brian), Tara Marshall (Brian), Mikaela Perry-Tucker (Michael) and Daniel
Perry; and four great-grandchildren, Aaron Dean, Madeline Pinkerman and twins,
Evangeline and Coraline Marshall.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
1940 Census, Stonewall District, Wayne
Co., WV,
Perry, Mitchell 34, M, WV,
Head,
Perry, Estelle 30, F, WV, Wife,
Perry, Ivan 12, M, WV,
Son,
Perry, Alvie 10, M, WV,
Son,
Perry, Wm
Everett 08, M, WV,
Son,
Perry, Odas Ray 05, M, WV,
Son,
Perry, Dorothy
Mae 02, F, WV,
Dau,
Perry, Delma 00, F, WV,
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https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:K783-MYX
+2014, Proctorville, Lawrence Co., OH, Obituary
Published in The Herald-Dispatch on Dec. 6, 2014
David Ray Graham Sr., 87, of Proctorville, Ohio, husband of Patricia Starr Blankenship Graham, died Dec. 4 at home. He was
self-employed.
Funeral service will be 2 p.m. Sunday at Hall Funeral Home and
Crematory, Proctorville; entombment at Rome Cemetery, Proctorville.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, South Point, Lawrence Co., OH, Obituary
The Herald-Dispatch, (Huntington, WV) - May 22, 2013
Amasetta Sarah Sansom, 102, of South Point, Ohio, formerly of
Huntington, W.Va., passed away Sunday, May 19, 2013, in Heartland of Riverview,
South Point. She was born February 4, 1911, in Wayne County, W.Va., a daughter
of the late Ulysses and Valeria
Florence Blankenship Sansom.
Two brothers, Thurman Sansom and Ersle Lee Sansom, also preceded
her in death. She was a retired salesperson for the former McCrory's 5&10
and was a member of Community of Grace United Methodist Church.
Funeral services will be conducted at noon Thursday, May 23, 2013,
at Ridgelawn Memorial Park, Abbey of Devotion, Huntington, with Rev. Keith Leap
officiating. Burial will follow.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Licking
+2013, Newark, Licking Co., OH, Death
Published in the The Advocate on July 25, 2013
Palmer L. Blankenship Sr., 93, of Newark, formerly of Columbus, passed away on July 24, 2013
at SharonBrooke.
Brucker-Kishler Funeral Home is assisting the family with
arrangements.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Newark, Licking Co., OH, Death
Published in The Columbus
Dispatch from July 27 to July 28, 2013
Palmer Lee Blankenship, beloved
husband, father, and grandfather, 93, of Newark, Ohio (Licking County) formerly
of Columbus, Ohio died Wednesday, July 24, 2013 at SharonBrooke Assisted
Living, Newark, Ohio. He was born in Mossy Bottom, Kentucky January 19, 1920 to
Malcom Blankenship and Martha (Stephens) Blankenship.
As a teen, Palmer worked for The
Roosevelt Administration in the the CCC, then later moved to Columbus, Ohio
where he started to work in 1940 for General Maintenance & Engineering, the
same company he retired from 42 years later. He married Anna Lee Alexander on
December 28, 1946, and devoted himself to loving and caring for his
"Annie" until his death.
He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Ann Blankenship; son, Ronald Blankenship (Karen); daughter,
Denise Pangborn (Ed);
and son, Palmer Blankenship (Patti); grandchildren, Ronald Blankenship, Cindy Wright, Darlene
Blankenship, Todd Pangborn, Carrie Pangborn, Palmer Blankenship III, and Jeremy Blankenship; and several
great-grandchildren, including Ty and Callie Pangborn, whose visits he so
enjoyed; brother. Mack; and sisters, Avonelle Kinney, Erma
Watts, Dot Wolff, and Ruby Ratel. In addition to his parents, he was
preceded in death by his brothers Ed and Clint Blankenship, and sister Genevieve Litteral. Mr. Blankenship was a member of
the Bricklayer's Union for over 70 years, and a member of Calvin United Presbyterian
Church, Columbus.
His life will be celebrated on Sunday,
July 28, 2013, from 2-5 p.m. at BRUCKER-KISHLER FUNERAL HOME, 985 N. 21st St,
Newark, Ohio. Funeral service will be held 10 a.m. Monday, July 29 (visitation
9-10 a.m.) at the Outville Presbyterian Church, 6463 Outville Rd. SW,
Pataskala, OH 43062. Rev. Steve Merold officiating. Burial
will follow at Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Pataskala, Licking Co., OH, Obituary
Published in The Columbus Dispatch on April 2,
2013
Rose Marie George, age 83, of Pataskala, died April 1, 2013, at
Emeritus at Lakeview [Groveport, Franklin Co., OH]. She was born August 29, 1929, to the late Lewis and
Hannah Van Dyne. Rose was an office manager for many years, loved traveling and
being with her family.
In addition to her parents, Rose was preceded in death by her
husband Ralph Henry George.
Rose is survived by her daughter,
Patti (Palmer) Blankenship Jr.; and son, David (Peggy) George; grandchildren, Palmer
Blankenship III, Jeremy Blankenship, Kristin (Chris) Young and Carly George;
and great-grandchildren, Kayla and Cleo Young.
Funeral service will be held Thursday, 10 a.m., (visitation 9-10
a.m.) at the Outville Presbyterian Church, 6463 Outville Rd. SW, Pataskala, OH,
43062. Rev. Steve Merold officiating. Interment to follow at Pataskala Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Pataskala, Licking Co., OH, Obituary
The Columbus Dispatch, (OH) - April 2, 2013
Rose Marie Van Dyne George, age 83, of Pataskala, died April 1,
2013, at Emeritus at Lakeview [Groveport, Franklin Co., OH]. She was born August 29, 1929, to the
late Lewis and Hannah Van Dyne. Rose was an office manager for many years,
loved traveling and being with her family.
In addition to her parents, Rose was preceded in death by her
husband Ralph Henry George. Rose is survived by her daughter, Patti (Palmer) Blankenship Jr.; and son, David (Peggy) George; grandchildren, Palmer Blankenship III, Jeremy Blankenship, Kristin (Chris) Young and Carly George;
and great-grandchildren, Kayla and Cleo Young.
Funeral service will be held Thursday, 10 a.m., (visitation 9-10
a.m.) at the Outville Presbyterian Church, 6463 Outville Rd. SW, Pataskala, OH,
43062. Rev. Steve Merold officiating. Interment to follow at Pataskala Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Pataskala, Licking
Co., OH, Obituary
Published in The Columbus Dispatch on Dec. 5,
2014
Patty Jo Mauger, 83, of Pataskala, passed away on December 4, 2014
at Tuscany Gardens. She was born on April 10, 1931, a daughter to the late
Rolla and Anna (Hopton) Beach.
Patty Jo is a retired teacher from Pataskala Elementary School and
an active member of First Presbyterian Church of Pataskala.
She is survived by her children, Jud, Jay (Sofie Cappa), Kelly
(Bruce) DeHart and Mat (Sherri); grandchildren,
Kristi Varner, Colton Maxwell, Erin (Aaron) Blankenship, Emily (Matt) Dillon, Amanda Cappa, Jacob and Abigail;
brother, Rolla Jr. (Loretta) Beach; and many nieces and nephews.
Patty Jo is preceded in death by her husband Harry and sister Gene (Russ) Johnson.
Funeral Service on Saturday at 10 a.m. at the Church, 405 S. Main
St. in Pataskala with The Rev. Dr. Richard Ellsworth officiating. Interment
will be at Pataskala Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Logan
2014, Belle Center, Logan Co., OH, Obituary
Published in Weekly Currents from Nov. 18 to
Nov. 19, 2014
Mary Lou Crapnell, 91, of Belle Center, passed away at her
residence on Tuesday, November 18, 2014. She was born on the family farm in
Hardin County by Dr. A. E. Jones, the new doctor in town, on January 26, 1923,
during a blizzard, to the late John Earl and Emma Lucille (Allen) McAlexander.
She was his first delivery in his new practice.
She grew up on the southwest corner of Main and Elizabeth Streets.
They lived up above the family business, Mac's Restaurant, until the building
was destroyed by fire. The business was then relocated on the northeast side of
Main Street under the big Elm tree with a be3nch built around it for all to
gather and visit. Mary Lou graduated from Belle Center High School and attended
one year at The Ohio State University, then nine months at Lima Memorial
Hospital nursing program. Mary Lou was an LPN and retired from Mary Rutan
Hospital in 1989.
She met Stearns B. Crapnell from Joy, IL on November 1, 1941 while
he was a guest of her cousin, Joseph K. Allen. They were married on May 9, 1944
while he was on furlough from Italy during WWII. She is a former member of the
Champaign County first families, Pioneer Family of Logan County, the Logan
County Historical and Genealogical Society. She was a lifetime member of the
American Legion Auxiliary Post #266, Belle Center, the V.F.W. Post Auxiliary
#1080 of Bellefontaine, AmVets Post #39 of Lakeview, Eastern Star Chapter #459
and D.A.R. Chapter of Bellefontaine. She attended the Belle Center United
Methodist Church.
She is preceded in death by her former husbands, Stearns Boyd
Crapnell and Russell Dillon; a brother, Vaughan Allen McAlexander; and a
sister-in-law, Martha (Zupp) McAlexander.
Surviving are three sons, Boyd Crapnell of Sidney, Larry (Charlene)
Crapnell of Bellefontaine and James (Tana) Crapnell of Cleveland, TX;
ex-daughters-in-law, Carla Crapnell of Belle Center and Melenee Johnson of
Kenton; grandchildren, Brenda
Crapnell of Texas, Beckie Thomas of Kenton, Larry (Kelly Skeen) Crapnell, Ryan
(Kari Johnson) Crapnell, both of Bellefontaine, Trevor Crapnell of Grove City,
Colt (Amanda) Crapnell of Huntsville, Brittany Blankenship
of Las Vegas, NV and Keri
Blankenship of Cleveland, TX;
step-grandsons, Chance Manns of Eustis, FL and Dustin Manns of Belle Center;
great grandchildren, Brandon and Brianne Mosley, both of Texas, Austin Crapnell
of Grove City, Easton Crapnell of Indian Lake, Lane Crapnell, Karsyn Crapnell,
both of Bellefontaine and Riley of Huntsville; step great-grandsons, Malyki
Manns of Eustis, FL and Haiden Manns of Belle Center; two nieces, Sue Kerns of
Marion and Yvonne Elliott of Belle Center; and may great nieces, nephews and
cousins.
A graveside service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Monday, November
24, 2014 at the Fairview Cemetery, Belle Center with Pastor Kevin Smith
officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Bellefontaine, Logan Co., OH, Obituary
Published in The Columbus Dispatch on Nov. 12,
2014
Carl Alvin Blankenship, Jr., 70, of Bellefontaine, died Saturday, November 8, 2014. He was born
August 8, 1944 in Baton Rouge, LA to the late Carl Alvin Blankenship, Sr., and Lucy
Ollie (Walker) Blankenship.
He was a 1964 graduate of Marion-Franklin High School and retired
from Honda, Marysville. He enjoyed photography and computers. He was a
generous, loving father and grandfather.
He is survived by his sister,
Peggy Chustz; and children, Glen
Edward (Angie), Mark Alan (Erin) and Daniel (Adam Barmore); grandchildren, Shawn, Cody
(Emily), Logan, Ian, Ethan, Paige and Samuel; five great grandchildren;
nephews, Eric (Tracy) and Chris.
Funeral service will be held Friday, November 14, 2014 at 1 p.m. at
Schoedinger Grove City Chapel, 3920 Broadway.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Lakeview, Logan Co., OH, Obituary
The Lima News, (OH) - July 13, 2013
Everett Leroy "Cookie" Cook, 89, of Lakeview, Ohio died
Friday, July 12, 2013 at his home. He was born on July 4, 1924 in Lima, OH to
the late Jonas Andrew & Leota Emma Hundley Cook.
On November 27, 1946, he married the former Ernetta Joan Decker and
she preceded him in death. He was also preceded in death by a grandchild, two
great grandchildren, four sisters, Virginia Mercer, Evelyn June Cummins, Jo Ann
Foor, and Shirley Lou Cook, and two brothers, Charles Junior Cook and Wilber
Eugene Cook.
He is survived by four children,
Wayne Eugene (Pat) Cook, Joyce Ann (Steve) Kesler, both of Elida, OH, Gloria
Jean (Mike) Closson of Delphos, OH, and Karen Charlese (Janet) Blankenship of Gilboa, OH, 14 grandchildren, 33 great grandchildren,
one great-great grandchild, five sisters, Vera Ulmer, of Sandusky, OH, Betty
Williams of Bellefontaine, OH, Mary Alice Maiami of Sandusky, Velma Marcile
Ricketts of Bellefontaine, and Doris Sheldon of Alger, OH, a brother, Lester
Cook of Russells Point, OH, former wife, Julia Brown, whom he married on August
25, 1972, and long time companion, Shirley Titus of Lakeview and their
granddaughter Tessie Titus, who they raised together.
Mr. Cook was a decorated Army Veteran of World War II. He was a
member of VFW Post #1275 of Lima, American Legion Post #96 of Lima, 82nd
Airborne Division of WWII, 82nd Airborne Division Association 507th and 504th,
17th Airborne Division Association, Doyle R. Miller Amvets
Post #39 of Lakeview, and FOE Aeries #370 of Lima. He retired from Lima Packing
House-Pride of Lima, Keystone Meat Companies after 55 years as a butcher.
Pastor Mark Foor will begin funeral services at 11:00 a.m.,
Wednesday, July 17, 2013 at Shoffstall Funeral Home, Lakeview. Burial is in
Lima Memorial Park Cemetery with military honors.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Lorain
2013, Lorain, Lorain Co., OH, Obituary
Published in www.morningjournal.com on
February 16, 2013
Charley Williams age 79, of Lorain passed away Thursday, February
14, 2013 at his residence under the care of New Life Hospice. He was born on
July 14, 1933 to General Nelson and Stella (nee Marcum) Williams in Trosper, [Knox
Co.], Kentucky.
He was a 1952 graduate of Cumberland High School in Kentucky.
Charley enlisted with the U.S. Army in 1953 at Fort Mead, Maryland. He served
his Country during the Korean War at the rank of Corporal and was honorably
discharged in 1955 in Mainz, Germany.
Charley made his career in the building and manufacturing trades. He was
employed by Tappan Manufacturing from 1968 until 1981. In 1981 he began working
for Bradco (Wickes Lumber) and retired in 2007 after 26 years of service. A
member of Christian Life Church in Lorain for many years he currently was
attending Abundant Life Christian Center in Elyria. Charley loved to travel,
play the guitar, fish and read the Bible. Spending time with his grandchildren
brought him much pleasure and enjoyment.
Charley is survived by his wife of 56 years, Delores M. (nee
Hardwick); sons, David C. Williams, of Birmingham, OH, James L. and Margaret (nee Blankenship) Williams, of Berlin
Hts., OH, Paul A. and Penny (nee Elliott) Williams, of Wakeman, OH and Craig M.
Williams, of Lorain; grandchildren, Matthew P., Adam C., Hannah E., Rachel A.,
Emily A., Nicholas C., Brandon J., Eric T. and Kelsey O. Williams; brother,
Nelson Williams Jr., of Barbourville, KY; sisters, Mary A. Curaczi, of Corbin,
KY, Martha E. (Otto) Gambrel, of Elyria, OH and Linda Sue Messer, of Elyria,
OH.
He was preceded in death by his parents, General Nelson and Stella
Williams; brothers, Glen, and Kenneth M. Williams.
The Williams
family will receive friends on Sunday, February 17, 2013 from 2:00- 6:00 p.m.
in the.
Funeral services will be held on Monday, February 18, 2013 at 11:00
a.m. in the Dovin and Reber Jones Funeral & Cremation Center, 1110 Cooper
Foster Park Road, Amherst. Rev. James Justice, of Firelands Community Church and
Rev. Jerry Harper, of Abundant Life Christian Center will officiate. Interment
will follow in Ridge Hill Memorial Park, Amherst Twp.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Lorain, Lorain Co.,
OH, Obituary
Published in The Morning
Journal on October 1, 2013
Carma (nee Blankenship) Holbrook, 76, of Lorain
passed away Wednesday, September 25, 2013 at Specialty Hospital in Amherst,
[Lorain Co., OH] following a
brief illness. She was born in Olive Hill, Ky. on March 12, 1937.
Carma enjoyed helping with church
fundraisers and feeding the hungry in Lorain County. She took great joy from
reading her bible and taking care of her family.
Survivors include her son, Ron Holbrook;
grandchildren, Max Holbrook, Logan Holbrook and Taylor Holbrook,
She was preceded in death by her husband
of 56 years, Floyd Holbrook; son, Danny Holbrook; brothers, Junior and Lacy Blankenship; sisters,
Angie Reynolds and Inez Conner.
Private services were held. Arrangements
were handled by Wyers Funeral Chapel, Sheffield Township.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Lorain, Lorain Co., OH, Obituary
Published in The Morning Journal on Mar. 6, 2014
James R. "Rod" Blankenship, 64, of Lorain passed away on Tuesday, March 4, 2014 at the
Mercy-New Life Hospice Center of St. Joseph. Mr. Blankenship was born in Lodi
on August 16, 1949, the son of the late Harold M. and Ruth J. (nee James) Blankenship.
He graduated from the North Ridgeville High School and then
graduated from barber college. He served in the U.S.
Army during the Viet Nam War. He was a member and past commander of the
American Legion Post 30, member of the VFW Post 451 and a member of the Amvets
Post 47. He was also a member of the Lake Erie Moose Lodge # 552, the Knights
of Columbus, and the American Croation Club. Mr. Blankenship owned and operated
the Shoreway Motel in Lorain. He enjoyed fishing, boating, and traveling.
Mr. Blankenship is survived by his wife of 32 years, Beverly
J. (nee Molnar) Blankenship, daughters Brandy (John) Briggs, of Lancaster, PA, April M
O'Connor of Lorain, sons Shane R. (Nickie) Blankenship of Wellington, Brook (Christina) Blankenship of Elyria, Kristofer L Jarvis of North
Ridgeville, many grandchildren, sisters
Rebecca (Oliver) Lutz of Lancaster, Judy Elsten of Amherst, Donna (Douglas)
White of Columbus, Cindy Blankenship of
Amherst and numerous other loving family members.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister Lana Dee
Gascoigne and brother
Tony Blankenship.
Friends may call at the Schwartz, Spence, Boyer & Cool Home For Funerals, 1124 W. 5th Street, Lorain on Friday, March 7,
2014 from 4:00 p.m. until services beginning at 6:30 p.m. with a memorial by
the Moose Lodge, followed by Closing Military Prayers. Burial will be on
Tuesday, March 11, 2014 at 2:00 p.m. in the Ohio Western Reserve National
Cemetery, 10175 Rawiga Road, Rittman, Ohio with full military honors.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
SSDI: Blankenship, Harold M., 81,
18Aug1919 - 06Mar2001, Amherst, Lorain, OH, KY-406-12-4983
+2014, Lorain, Lorain Co., OH, Obituary
Published in The Morning Journal on Oct. 7, 2014
Juanita L. Tarson (nee Blankenship),
57 [1955], of
Lorain, passed away on October 4, 2014 at the Cleveland Clinic, [Cuyahoga Co., OH].
She is survived by her daughter, Amber Fortney (David Carter) and
son, Jesse Tarson; grandchildren, Jeremy, Michael, Gabriel, and Ethan; brother, Kenneth Blankenship; sister, Veta Colon; many nieces and nephews; mother-in-law, Delcie Tarson;
sister-in-law, Delcie Jo France; and brother-in-law, David Tarson.
Juanita was preceded in death by her husband, Steve; and her parents, Robert and Roberta Blankenship.
A Memorial Service will be held at the Wyers-Bollinger Funeral
Chapel, 2900 North Ridge Rd., Sheffield Township on
Saturday, October 11, at 5:30pm.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
SSDI: Blankenship,
Roberta R., 66, 22Apr1933 - 21Feb2000, Lorain, Lorain, OH, OH-282-34-5286
Lucas
2014, Sylvania, Lucas Co., OH, Obituary
Published in Toledo Blade on Nov. 20, 2014
Irma J. Hobbs passed away at home on Saturday evening, November 15,
2014, surrounded by her family. She was born on May 18, 1935, in Monticello,
Indiana, to Vesta and Maynard Boze.
She married Charles M. Hobbs on June 14, 1974, and they spent many
wonderful years together. Irma worked for several years for the National Cash
Register Company and was the bookkeeper for Hobbs Builders, her husband's
company. She enjoyed her garden and flowers and was a talented seamstress,
having made most of the curtains in her home. She was especially fond of her
animals, both cats and dogs.
She is survived by her beloved sister, Carlita Williams, of
Logansport, IN and her special niece, Angie (Tony) Lombardi; other nieces and
nephews, Denny and Glenda Tyler, Melinda (Ben) Robertson, Natalie and Brian
Boze; 8 grandnieces and nephews. Also surviving are her stepchildren, Sherry (Mike) Fitzpatrick, Debra Bush, Mark (Val)
Hobbs, Kathleen (Bruce) Birr, Kim
(Herman) Blankenship, Charles
(Patti) Hobbs, and Kelly (Terry) Hymore; 16 grandchildren and 18
great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her husband, parents; sister, Marlene,
and brother, Phil Boze.
Funeral service will be held at the Reeb Funeral Home, Sylvania,
Ohio, Saturday, November 22, 2014, at 1 p.m. Interment Toledo Memorial Park,
Sylvania.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Toledo, Lucas Co., OH, Obituary
Published in Toledo Blade on March 20, 2013
Curtis P. Foster, 72, of Toledo, passed away Monday, March 18,
2013, at Mercy-St. Vincent Hospital. He was born September 27, 1940, in
Princeton, WV to William and Bertha (Blankenship) Foster and was married to Joan C. (Eckhart). Curtis worked as a Stall Body
Mechanic for Middlekauff Inc. He also worked for the City of Toledo and A.P.
Parts.
He is survived by his daughters, Tina (Gary) Wietrzykowski and Beth
Foster; sons, David, Darrell and Matthew Foster; eight grandchildren, and seven
great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Joan, and siblings,
Helen Meadows, Ruth Gordon, Bill Foster, Gene Foster, and Evelyn Lavender.
Funeral services will be held in the Freck Funeral Chapel, 1155 S
Wynn Rd., Oregon, on Saturday March 23, 2013, at 10:00 a.m. Burial will follow
in Ottawa Hills Memorial Park.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Toledo, Lucas Co., OH, Obituary
Published in Toledo Blade from June 9 to June
10, 2013
Leonard Karl Pudlicki passed away peacefully June 6, 2013, at Ebeid
Hospice Center. Leonard was born in Toledo to Anthony and Pearl (Wrobel)
Pudlicki on October 29, 1930.
He lived life to the fullest until his final days. There was always
a twinkle in his eye, especially when he gazed at his wife of 64 years,
Patricia (Cannon). His work ethic was legendary at the O-I plant where he
worked as the Plant Engineer. He was a long time member of Harbor View Yacht
Club where he served as the commodore and treasurer. He was never shy with
opinions or generosity, including the hours he gave serving the St. Pius X
Parish, the St. Vincent DePaul Society and Meals on Wheels through the Bedford
Senior Citizens' Center. But the part of his life he most treasured was his
role as Papu to his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents, and sister, Elvina
Pudlicki.
He is survived by his wife, Patricia; his daughters, Terri
(Patrick) Palmer, and Cheryl Smith (Mike Schroeder); sons, Leonard (Lee Blankenship), Anthony (Lisa), and Chris (Gina),
grandchildren Kendra (Bryan) Royer, Colbi (Matt) Hulse, Sara (Lee) Johnson,
Carli (Joe) Felix, Melanie (Jason) Ash, Amanda Pudlicki, Chelsea Palmer, Bryan
and Tiffany Butz, Robert and Diana Pudlicki, Liam, Gavin, and Connor Pudlicki;
great-grandchildren, Luke, Jackson, Nora, Cole, Lainey, Weston, and Ella, and
brother Al.
Leonard is continuing his legacy of charity even in death by
leaving his earthly body to The University of Toledo. A Memorial Mass will be
celebrated at St. Pius X on Tuesday, June 11, 2013, at 10:30 a.m.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Toledo, Lucas Co.,
OH, Obituary
Published in Toledo Blade on Jan. 1, 2014
Minnie E. Esterline passed away Sunday, December 29, 2013, in
Heartland Holly Glen Nursing Home at the age of 80. She was born May 25, 1933,
in Gallipolis, OH to Henry R. and Hazel (Smith) Blankenship.
In her childhood, she moved to Toledo and in 1959 she married
Lowell Esterline, who preceded her in death in 2000. Minnie was an avid Detroit
Tiger and Toledo Mud Hen fan. She was a longtime active member at Liberty
Freewill Baptist Church and she volunteered at the South Toledo Senior Center.
Minnie is preceded in death by her brother, Raymond
Blankenship, Jr. and is
Minnie is survived by her sister,
Arlene Dykeman of Blacklick, OH; brothers, Delbert (Nita) Blankenship of Toledo and Ronald (Nancy) Blankenship of Swanton; numerous nieces and nephews
also survive.
Friends may call at the Foth - Dorfmeyer Mortuary 3815 Sylvania
Ave. (between Monroe St. and Talmadge Rd.) Saturday after 10
a.m., followed by funeral services at 12 noon with entombment to follow at
Ottawa Hills Memorial Park.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Toledo, Lucas Co.,
OH, Obituary
Published in Toledo Blade on June 7, 2014
Vernon Jeffers, 71, beloved husband, father, brother and friend,
passed from this world into the loving arms of Jesus on Thursday, June 5, 2014.
Born March 24, 1943, in Jellico, TN, he was the son of Horace and Susan (Rains)
Jeffers.
He married his childhood sweetheart and best friend, Carol A.
Neville, on April 7, 1962.
Vernon was employed as a warehouse supervisor for a local medical
supply company for 10 years, retiring in 2003. Prior, he was a chef for the
former Wittenberg's German Restaurant in Toledo, OH and had, along with his
wife, owned and operated, Jeffers Alpine Village Restaurant in Bowling Green,
OH. Vernon was a member of Victory Life Chapel in Sylvania, OH. He enjoyed
traveling throughout the United States with his wife, but his greatest joy was
spending time at home with his family.
He is survived by his loving wife of 52 years, Carol; sons and
their wives, Jeffery and Kelie, William "P. J." and Cheryl, David and
Terry, and Matthew and Jennifer Jeffers; daughters, Jennifer Lynn Jeffers and
Susan Muszynski; brothers, Verlin (Charlene), Dale (Dixie) and Ronald (Becky)
Jeffers; sister, Ruby (James) Blankenship;
sister-in-law, Patricia Keyser and brother-in-law, Al Crawford; grandchildren,
Christopher, Stephanie, Nick, Dylan, Willy, Corey, Philip, Allison and David
Jr.; great-grandson, Michael and many nieces and nephews.
Vernon was preceded in death by his parents and brothers, Donald,
Earl and Herman Jeffers.
Funeral services will be at the Michael W. Pawlak Funeral Home,
1640 Smith Rd. (at Jackman) Temperance, MI on Monday, June 9, 2014, at 9:30
a.m. Interment will follow at Toledo Memorial Park.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+TN Marriage: https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/VN4H-9PQ
Blankenship, James R. - Jeffers,
Ruby - 16Aug1956, Campbell, TN
Madison
2014, Plain City, Madison Co., OH, Obituary
The Madison Press, (London, OH) - July 25, 2014
Leora Rosemary Yates, 72, of Plain City, formerly of Columbus, went
home to be with our Lord Wednesday afternoon July 23, 2014 at her residence surrounded
by her loving family. Born Nov. 8, 1941 in Columbus, Ohio, to
the late Kenneth and Mary (Adkins) Hay.
Graduated from Franklin Heights in 1959. Owner of Leora's Beauty Salon and was a
beautician for 36 years. Attended Christian Life Church.
Founder of Sinbusters Puppet Ministry.
Will be sadly missed by her loving husband of 54years, Gomer O.
Yates; 4 children, Terry (Janet)
Yates, Mari (Robert) Blankenship , Rina (finance' Bill Schofield) Yates, Rusty (Jaime)
Yates; 12 grandchildren, Jacob and
Abby Yates, Joshua and Leanndra Yates, Amethyst, Bobby, Andrea and Deidra Blankenship
, Amber, David and Tiffany Lindie, Hannah, Caitlyn and Cody Yates; 5
great-grandchildren, Theodore Yates, Lucas Lindie, Lillyann Leora Gillespie,
Natalie Lindie and Skyler Scott; brothers, Kenny (Fuzzy) Hay of London, Tillman
(Marlene) Hay of Plain City; sister-in-law, Pauline Bell of Hilliard.
funeral will be held at the Ferguson Funeral Home, 202 E. Main St.,
(state Route 161 W.), Plain City, at 10 a.m. Saturday, July 26, 2014, with
Pastor Bud Mulford officiating and at burial Forest Grove Cemetery, Plain City.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, West Jefferson, Madison Co., OH, Obituary
Published in The Madison Press from May 14 to
May 15, 2013
Thomas F. Spohn, 71, of West Jefferson, passed away Saturday, May
11, 2013, in his residence. He was born Nov. 25, 1941, in Zanesville, Ohio, the
son of the later Carl and Natalie Snyder Spohn.
Tom retired from General Motors. He was a U.S. Air Force Veteran. A member of the West Jefferson VFW Post No. 7005 and American
Legion Post No. 201. He was an avid golfer, a fan of the Cleveland
Browns, Cincinnati Reds, and the Ohio State Buckeyes.
Survivors include his wife, Carolyn whom he married July 24, 1964;
four children, George E. "Gus" (Michelle) Spohn, Toby G. (Traci)
Spohn, Thomas L. (Andrea) Spohn and Chelcie Spohn; six grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents; and sister, Karlene
Blankenship.
It was Tom's wish to be cremated. No services are scheduled.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
SSDI; Blankenship, Karolyn Sue, 63,
26Jul1945 - 21Oct2008, Lancaster, Fairfield, OH, OH-298-40-6990
Mahoning
2014, Youngstown, Mahoning Co., OH, Obituary
The Ada Evening News, (OK) - April 26, 2014
A memorial service for 44-year-old Gary Paul Blankenship of Youngstown, Ohio, will take place at a later date. Mr.
Blankenship died Tuesday, April 22, 2014, at St. Elizabeth's Hospital in
Youngstown.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Marion
+2014, LaRue, Marion Co.,
OH, Obituary
Published in the Marion Star on Aug. 12, 2014
Mae Blankenship,
age 86, of LaRue, Ohio, passed away at her residence on Thursday August 7,
2014. She was born August 2, 1928 in Harlan County, Ky. to the late Harry and
Betty Ball.
On July 4, 1953 in Angola, Ind. she married Orval L.
Blankenship and he preceded
her in death on December 2, 1991.
Mae was a person even at her age who was
still very active. She was quite a gardener in her younger years and still
loved taking care of her yard. She also still shoveled her own driveway in the
winter months. Mae was a cat lover and just loved her cat.
Mae leaves behind a son
and five grandchildren: Gary (Lisa) Blankenship of
Findlay, Ohio, Benjamin (Leanne) Blankenship, Bridget (Kevin) Dixon, Wayne (Theresa) Blankenship, Sarah (Justin) Millhouse, and Sonya Blankenship. Eight great grandchildren also survive.
Besides her parents and her husband, Mae was preceded in death by a
son, Wayne Blankenship; a granddaughter, Brandy Blankenship; one sister; and three brothers.
Funeral Services will be on Wednesday August 13, 2014 at 11:00 A.M.
at the Boyd-Born Funeral Home in Marion, Ohio. Officiating
the service will be Pastor Chris Stewart. Burial will follow in the Marion
Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
SSDI; Blankenship,
Orval L., 68, 19Sep1923 - 02Dec1991, OH-293-18-4309
2013, Marion, Marion Co., OH, Obituary
Published in the Marion Star on July 24, 2013
Arthur E. "Art" "Bud" " Cowboy"
Simpkins age 73 passed away Monday, July 22, 2013 at his residence. He was born
January 23, 1940 in Marion, Ohio to the late Arthur and Ruth (Dains) Simpkins.
Art was a longtime resident of Marion, he was employed
for several years in Mississippi as a pipefitter in various shipyards.
He is survived by his children, Pam Clark of Marion, Oh.. John (Debby) Simpkins of Marion, Oh., Greg (Elanna)
Simpkins of Marion, Oh., Kip Simpkins of Marion, Oh., Elizabeth
"Beth" Sellers of Kenton, Oh., Jo Anna Simpkins of Va.; step-children, Harry "Tony"
Simpson of Marion, Oh., Debby Dixon of W.Va., Cathy Minch of Ny., Troy
"Guy" Simpson of Forest, Oh., Sara Blankenship of
MN.; five grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, 14 step-grandchildren; three
sisters, Betty (Bob) Knaul of Marion, Oh., Ginny Simpkins of Marion, Oh., Mary
Borders of Marion, Oh.; half-sister, Kathy Estep of Maion, Oh.; half-brother,
Jim Simpkins of Portsmouth, Oh.; nieces, nephews and lots of friends.
He was preceded in death by his daughter and a garndchild.
A memorial service will be held Saturday, July 27, 2013 @ 3 PM at
the Boyd-Born Funeral Home with Elder James Curry officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Marion, Marion Co., OH, Obituary
Published in the Marion Star on June 13, 2014
Mary E. Blankenship,
age 83, of Marion, passed away on Wednesday, June 11, 2014, at 7:34 p.m. in the
Fairhaven Community, Upper Sandusky, [Wyandot Co.,] Ohio. She was born on August 1, 1930 in
Radnor, Ohio to Ross Taylor and Kathryn Elizabeth (Eckles) Gray.
On March 6, 1948, she married Charles William Blankenship Jr. in Delaware, Ohio and he preceded her in death on September 26,
1966 in Marion.
Mary was a member of the White Shrine and past Worthy Matron of the
Eastern Star. During her working career, Mary was employed for a short time at
the B. F. Goodrich Co. and went on to retire in 1994 from the Marion Power
Shovel Co. after 18 years of service there.
She is survived by a son,
Thomas (Pamela) Blankenship of Cardington, OH; three daughters, Linda (Mark) Edington of New Bloomington, OH, Rita Long of Marion, OH, and Sandra (Douglas)
Roszman of Marion, OH; a sister, Jewell Taylor of Marion, OH; nine
grandchildren, and 20 great grandchildren.
Mary was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Charles of
18 years, two brothers, Rick and Glen Gray, and two sisters, Gladys Barger and
Darlene Vaughn.
Pastor Ben Shaeffer will conduct the funeral service in the
Boyd-Born Funeral Home on Monday at 10:00 a.m. with burial to follow in the
Green Camp Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Marion, Marion Co., OH, Obituary
Published in the Marion Star on July 4, 2014
Rodney E. Beechum Sr., age 73 of Marion, Ohio passed away Tuesday,
July 1, 2014 at Marion General Hospital. He was born August 4, 1940 in Marion,
Ohio to the late William and Arlene (Blankinship) Babcock.
Rodney was a U.S. Veteran serving in the United States Marine
Corp., and was a former member of the Amvets.
He is survived by his two sons, Rodney Beechum Jr., of Fostoria,
OH., Rance Beechum of Tiffin, OH.; a granddaughter, Allyson Beechum of
Fostoria, OH.; his brother, Dan (Barb) Horn of Nashville, TN.
Rodney is preceded in death by his parents; one brother, Gary Horn;
and his sister, Patricia Wilson.
Graveside Services for Rodney will be held Monday, July 7, 2014 @
2:30 PM at the Green Camp Cemetery with Pastor Dwight Hord officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Marion, Marion Co., OH, Obituary
Published in the Marion Star on Aug. 4, 2014
Carol Darlene Davis age 75 of Marion, Ohio passed away Friday,
August 1, 2014 at Genesis Presidential Center. She was born August 1, 1939 in
Marion, Ohio to the late J. Pete and Madeline (St. Jermain) Manley.
On February 6, 1960 she married Kenneth N. Davis, he preceded her in death on February
24, 2009.
Carol was a 1959 graduate of St. Mary's Catholic High School, a
member of First United Church of Christ. She was employed at Marion Red Cab as
a dispatcher, night supervisor at Marca and delivery at the Marion Star.
She is survived by her step-mother, Betty Wade of Marion, OH; her
son, Kenneth N. (Mary) Davis Jr. of Marion, OJ;, her daughter, Tammie C.
(Randall) Jorgenson of Marion, OH; 7 grandchildren,
Kenneth Davis III, Tiffany Anne
Blankenship, Aaron Davis,
Brett Cahill, Cody Davis, Ashley McDuffie, Coleman Jorgensen; 12 great
grandchildren; her brother, Terry Lee Manley of Marion, OH; and numerous
nieces, nephews and cousins.
She was preceded in death by her son, Michael N. Davis; three
brothers, James Leighty, Robert Leighty and J. Pete Manley Jr.; two sisters,
Patricia A. Rouch and Linda L. Lewis; and two great granddaughters.
Funeral services will be Thursday, August 7, 2014 @ 11AM at The
First United Church of Christ, 326 S. Prospect St. Marion, Ohio with Rev. John
Bradley officiating. Burial will follow at Agosta Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Medina
+2013, Wadsworth, Medina Co., OH, Obituary
Published in Akron Beacon Journal on Nov. 28,
2013
Donald A. Berlin, Sr., 64, of Wadsworth passed away Sunday,
November 24, 2013. He was born on October 23, 1949 in Wadsworth to the late
Willard and Mary Grace Berlin. Mr. Berlin was a graduate of Wadsworth High
School Class of 1969, was a member of Wadsworth American Legion Post 170,
Wadsworth VFW Post 1089, Wadsworth Eagles Aerie #2117
and was retired from the City of Wadsworth.
He was preceded in death by his daughter, Jennifer; brothers,
Willard, Jerry and Dan Berlin; and sister,
Helen Blankenship.
Don is survived by his wife, Cindy with whom he celebrated 22 years
of marriage; his children, Vickie (Art) Wade, Donny (Kristine) Berlin, Michelle
(Erik) Nemet all of Wadsworth. There are seven grandchildren, Angel, Cassie,
Autumn, Brittani, Jessie, Brandon and Christian; six great-grandchildren; his
brother, Edward Berlin; sisters-in-law, Christine Berlin and Beverly Berlin;
and brother-in-law, Chuck Blankenship.
Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Saturday at the
Hilliard-Rospert Funeral Home, 174 N. Lyman St., Wadsworth. Interment will be
in Woodlawn Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Wadsworth, Medina Co.,
OH, Obituary
The Plain Dealer, (Cleveland, OH) - December 1, 2013
Lt. Col. Jack A. Simon, 83, passed away on November 26, 2013. Born November 26, 1930 in Cleveland, Ohio.
He graduated The Ohio State University, He was the last paid bat
boy for the Cleveland Indians in the 1950's. He served in the United States Air
Force for 32 years (active duty and reserves), flying B-52 Bombers and various
jets in both the Korean and Vietnam Wars. He later worked as VP for Mellon
Bank, Pittsburgh, PA.
He was preceded in death by his wife of 54 years Theresa D.
(Zielaskiewicz) Simon, infant daughter Theresa, his parents Thomas and Willa
Simon, brother Thomas Simon, and sister Francis
(Toots) Rysko.
He is survived by son John A. (Cheryl) Simon, daughter Theresa M. (George T.) Blankenship, grandchildren,
Jacquelyn R. (Nathan) Cole, Ian M. (Lauren) Simon, Theresa "Brooke"
(Jason) Roberts, Thomas
"Tyler" (Renee) Blankenship, Amber R. Blankenship, and Jessica Blankenship; great-grandchildren,
Lucien, Adalyhn, Annelies, Eowyn, Emerson, Cosette Roberts, James T. Blankenship; numerous nieces and nephews and
grand-nieces and grand-nephews.
Funeral Service will be held 1:00PM Wednesday, Dec. 4, 2013 at Cox
Funeral Home, 1376 High St., Wadsworth, OH 44281. Burial at
Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Madison
+2014, Plain City, Madison Co., OH, Obituary
Published in The Columbus Dispatch on Mar. 19,
2014
Arvil D. Blankenship,
age 73, of Plain City, passed away peacefully Tuesday morning, March 18, 2014
at his residence. Born January 2, 1941 in Logan, West
Virginia.
Arvil is now with his Lord and Savior. Longtime
member of Living Waters Church of God and current member of Christian Life
Church.
Preceded in death by his parents Cletis and Jessie (Adams) Blankenship, sister
Audrey Nelson.
Survived by his loving and caring wife of 53 years: Dorothy (Smith) Blankenship; four children, Robert (Mari) Blankenship, Arvil Lee (Becky) Blankenship, Robin (Jimmie) Loy, Janet (Terry) Yates; grandchildren,
Amethyst, Robert Tyler, Andrea, Deidra, Cory (Cecily), Seth and Zachary Blankenship,
Jimmie (Kristin), Jeremiah (Amanda), Joseph (Kayleigh) Loy, Jacob (Abby),
Joshua (Leanndra) Yates; two darling great-grandchildren, Teagin James Loy,
Theodore Lee Yates, nieces and nephews; dear friends, Warren and Juanita
Purtee.
The family will receive friends 5-8 p.m. Thursday, March 20, 2014
with Funeral Service at 8 p.m., Ferguson Funeral Home, 202 E. Main St. (Rt.
161W), Plain City. Pastor Bud Mulford officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Miami
+2014, Covington, Miami Co., OH, Obituary
Published in Troy Daily News from July 23 to
July 24, 2014
Melinda Sue Flora, age 61, of Covington, passed away Monday, July
21, 2014. She was born September 6, 1952, in Richmond, IN, to her parents
Chester Francis & Betty
Jane (Blankenship) Deaton.
She graduated from Milton-Union High School class of 1970. On July
26, 1970, she married Gerald Flora and together they shared a life for over 43
years.
She will be missed and remembered by her loving husband Gerald
Flora; sons and daughters-in-law Mike & Connie Flora, Wes & Erica
Flora, Randall & Traci Flora, Brad & Sara Flora; sister and
brother-in-law Tom & Nancy Yount; grandchildren Brittany (Clayton)
Barnhart, Courtney Flora, Travis Flora, Tanner Flora, Landon Flora, Harmony
Flora, Davis Flora, Drew Flora, Jonathan Flora, Jillian Flora, Kensey Flora;
in-laws George & Treva Flora.
She was preceded in death by her parents; brother and sister-in-law
Ed & Lana Deaton.
Funeral services will be held 10:00 a.m. Saturday, July 26, at the
Old German Baptist Brethren Church, 2996 Schnorf-Jones Road, Arcanum, Ohio
45304, with interment following at Royal Oak Memorial Garden.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Piqua, Miami Co., OH, Obituary
Published in Sidney Daily News on March 1,
2013
Mary A. Cummins,
72, of 275 Kienle Drive, Piqua, passed away Thursday, Feb. 28, 2013, at 4:07
p.m. at the Heartland Manor Care of Piqua. She was born Feb. 29, 1940, in
Jellico, [Campbell Co.,] Tenn., the daughter of the late Jay and Ollie (Perkins) Blankenship.
She married Lowell K. Cummins, who preceded her in death on June
17, 1999. One stepdaughter, Julie Ford and one brother, Andrew
Blankenship preceded her in
death.
She is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Casey (Rose) Martin and
Rebecca Cummins, both of Sidney; two grandchildren; two great-grandchildren;
seven great-grandchildren and 16 step great-grandchildren; one sister, Mrs. Dahlan (Adalee) Chitwood,
of Cincinnati; and two stepchildren, Lowell Cummins Jr. of Indianapolis, Ind,
and Mrs. Mike (Cheryl) Beck, of Greenwood, Ind. Mary was a retired assembler at
the Copeland Corp. She was a member of Full Gospel Community Church.
Funeral services will be held Monday at 1 p.m. at the Cromes
Funeral Home, 302 S. Main Ave., with the Rev. Milton Gover officiating. Burial
will be at Graceland Cemetery in Sidney.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Piqua, Miami Co.,
OH, Obituary
http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/tdn-net/obituary.aspx?n=Perry-Sage&pid=167083186#fbLoggedOut
Perry J. Sage, 54, of Piqua, died at 8:14
p.m. Tuesday September 17, 2013 at the LeConte Medical Center in Sevierville, [Sevier Co.],Tennessee. He
was born August 7, 1959 in Piqua to Ralph J. Sage and Gladys M. (Shoe) Sage
Koeller.
He married Pauline E. Blankenship August 7, 1993
in Piqua; and she survives. Other survivors include a step-daughter Holly
Manning of Dayton; four grandchildren; a brother Bobby Penny of Piqua; two
sisters, Linda Brown of Piqua, Pat Skeens of Dayton; and many friends.
He was preceded in death by a brother
Tommy Penny.
Mr. Sage was a semi-trailer driver and
worked for many years as a truck driver for the Ohio Department of
Transportation. He enjoyed fishing, canoeing and motorcycling. He will be
deeply missed by his loving family and friends.
His family will receive friends from
4:00-6:00 pm Monday September 23, 2013 at the Jamieson & Yannucci Funeral
Home.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Piqua, Miami Co., OH, Obituary
Published in Piqua Daily Call from July 3 to
July 4, 2014
Lova Mae Robbins, 97, Piqua, formerly of Troy, passed away on
Tuesday, July 2, 2014, at the Troy
Care and Rehab Center. She was born on May 5, 1917, in Darke County to the late
Cyrus Elsworth and Elizabeth (Minnich) Ditmer.
Lova was a member of the First United Methodist Church, Troy. She
was also a member of the Grandmother's Club #369 in Troy. Lova attended the
Sunrise Center in Piqua.
She was married to Robert L. Robbins and he preceded her in death
on Aug. 20, 1992.
Lova is survived by one daughter, Martha Kimbrell of Troy; grandchildren: Mark and Diane Ingle
Sr., Debra and Kenneth Blankenship
and Robert and Pam Kimbrell, all of Piqua; six great-grandchildren and five
great-great-grandchildren.
In addition to her husband and parents, Lova was preceded in death
by one brother: Walter H. Ditmer; one son: Charles Robbins; one daughter: Donna
Ingle; one grandson: Terry Ingle; one daughter-in-law: Phyllis Robbins and one
son-in-law: Lloyd Kimbrell.
Services will be held at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, July 8, 2014, at the
Baird Funeral Home, Troy. Interment will follow in Miami Memorial Park,
Covington.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Piqua, Miami Co., OH, Obituary
Published in Sidney Daily News from Sept. 30
to Oct. 1, 2014
Katherine "Kate" L. Hubley, age 82, of Piqua died at 3:40
P.M. on Friday, Sept. 26, 2014, at Piqua Manor Nursing Home. She was born in
Fletcher, Ohio, on April 12, 1932, to the late Kenneth and Nellie (Wright)
Kiser.
On Dec. 31, 1977, at Greene Street United Methodist Church, Piqua,
she married Fred "Fritz" Hubley, Jr. He preceded her in death on July
5, 1997.
Kate is survived by one daughter,
Melody Blankenship, Bainbridge, Ohio; one son, Kenneth
Trostel, Piqua, Ohio; one stepson, Timothy A. Hubley, of Florida; one
stepdaughter, Theresa Wilcox, of Florida; four sisters-in-law and
brothers-in-law, Roberta and Paul Webb, Piqua, Ohio, Sue Colebaugh, Casstown,
Ohio, Norma and Jim Woodard, Naperville, Illinois, and Mary Spoores, Bowling
Green, Ohio; two brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Peter and Donna Hubley,
Sidney, Ohio, and Tony and Mary Hubley, Bradenton, Florida; three
grandchildren, Ginger Free, Bainbridge, Ohio, Justin Trostel and David Trostel,
Sidney, Ohio; and three great grandchildren, Hayley Cooper, Kara Free and John
David Free, Bainbridge, Ohio.
She was preceded in death by one son, Robert "Bobby"
Trostel; one stepson, Christopher Hubley; one infant brother; and one
sister-in-law, Esther Kobleck.
Kate graduated from Conover High School in 1950. She was a member
of the former Piqua Loyal Order of the Moose 1067 and held all chairs and was
in the College of Regents, former Piqua Fraternal Order of the Eagles 614 and
Piqua Leisure Club, where she served as Club Trip Coordinator. She was a past
member and former President of the Wives' Club at the Piqua YWCA. She was also
a member of the Senior Citizens Center of the Piqua YMCA and also a member of
the Piqua Salvation Army Senior Club. Kate retired from Enpo Cornell Pump Co.
in Piqua, where she had worked for 10 years as an assembler. She had also
worked at Roger Drum Co. in Covington, Ohio, for several years. She also worked
for Murphy's 5 and 10 store and Col. Sanders Chick House in Piqua.
Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 2, 2014,
at Melcher-Sowers Funeral Home, Piqua, Ohio. Burial will follow in Forest Hill
Cemetery, Piqua, Ohio.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Troy, Miami Co., OH, Obituary
Published in Piqua Daily Call on March 13,
2013
Jace Alexander Lehman, of Troy, was born Monday, March 11, 2013, at
2:12 p.m. at Miami Valley Hospital in Dayton. He was 8 lbs., 2.6 oz., and
exited this earth as quickly as he entered it. He went peacefully with a smile
on his face. Baby Jace brought us so much joy for the little time we got to
spend with him "So Adorable." We know our little bundle of joy is
with our Lord in heaven. Baby Jace is our little angel looking down on us. He
is in heaven rejoicing with family members.
Jace will be remembered always by his mother, Jessica Lehman of
Troy; grandparents, Randy and Cindy (Blankenship) Lehman; aunt, Chelsea Lehman; good friend T. J. Painter; and many
great-aunts, great-uncles, and cousins.
A celebration of his entrance into heaven will be 3 p.m. Friday,
March 15, at the Jamieson & Yannucci Funeral Home, Piqua, with Pastor Dale
McCabe officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Troy, Miami Co., OH, Obituary
http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/tdn-net/obituary.aspx?n=Daniel-Madigan&pid=167696781
Daniel R. Madigan, age 78, of Troy, Ohio, passed away on Wednesday,
October 23, 2013 at the Upper Valley Medical Center, ER, Troy, Ohio. He was
born on May 12, 1935 in Wapakoneta, Ohio, to the late James P. and Catherine
(Noonan) Madigan.
He is survived by his wife of 54 years of marriage, Florence Evelyn
(Moyer) Madigan; four children and
their spouses, Mark R. and Rita
Madigan of Lewisburg, Ohio, Maureen
A. and William Blankenship of Troy, Ohio, Nicholas R. and Erin
Madigan of Westerville, Ohio, and Christopher A. and Amy B. Madigan of Troy,
Ohio; two sisters and a brother-in-law, Mary Jane Moyer of Troy, Ohio, and Rita
and Gene Groff of Tipp City, Ohio; three brothers and a sister-in-law, James
and Josie Madigan of Sarasota, Florida, Thomas Madigan of Dayton, Ohio, and
Robert Madigan of Troy, Ohio; nine grandchildren:
Terri Blankenship of New Carlisle, Luke (Melany) Madigan of
Lewisburg, Andy Blankenship of Troy, Brooke Blankenship of Troy, Colin Madigan of Westerville, Alex Madigan of Troy,
Morgan Madigan of Westerville, Regan Madigan of Westerville, and Sam Madigan of
Troy; and three great-grandchildren: Blake Morgan of New Carlisle, Alexis
Madigan of Lewisburg, and Sean Madigan of Lewisburg. He is also survived by his
faithful companion, "Boomer."
In addition to his parents, Mr. Madigan was preceded in death by
one sister, Catherine Moloney, and one grandson, Brian Wyer.
He was a 1953 graduate of Troy High School, and a member of St.
Patrick Catholic Church, Troy, and Knights of Columbus. Mr. Madigan was a proud
Irishman. He retired from Hobart Corporation in 1993 after 26 years of service.
Following retirement, he worked at CAC in Troy.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00AM on Monday, October
28, 2013 at St. Patrick Catholic Church, Troy, with Rev. Fr. James Duell
officiating. Interment will follow in Riverside Cemetery, Troy, Ohio. Friends
may call from 4-8PM on Sunday at the Baird Funeral Home, Troy, Ohio.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Troy, Miami Co., OH, Obituary
http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/tdn-net/obituary.aspx?n=James-Phelps&pid=167820902
James Daniel Phelps, 78, of Troy, passed away 9:07 a.m. Saturday,
November 2, 2013 at Kindred Hospital in Dayton
[Montgomery Co., OH]. He was born in Dayton on March 11, 1935 to the late Ancil and Edna (Blankenship) Phelps.
He was married to Sevina McIntosh and she preceded him in death on
June 19, 2011.
James is survived by two daughters and son-in-law, Sunny and Jerry
Johnson of Brookville, Cathy Phelps of Troy; one son, Michael Phelps of
Madison, AL; five grandchildren, James Phelps, J. D. Johnson, Tara Johnson,
Amelia Phelps, and Daniel Phelps; and three great-grandchildren, Cash Phelps,
Alexis Sevina Johnson, and Keira Hostler.
He was also preceded in death by his sister, Joann Simon.
A memorial service will be held at a later date in Gatlinburg, TN.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
1940 Census, Germantown Village, German Twp.,
Montgomery Co., OH,
Phelps, Ancil 25, M, OH, Head,
Phelps, Edna 24, F, OH, Wife,
Phelps, James 05, M, OH, Son,
Phelps, Mary Joan 01, F, OH, Dau,
https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/KW2R-647
Montgomery
2013, Butler Twp., Montgomery Co., OH, Obituary
Published in Dayton Daily News on April 7,
2013
Evelyn W. Gillott, Age 94, of Butler Twp. passed away Friday April
5, 2013 at Hospice of Dayton. Evelyn was born September 23, 1918 in Wellston,
OH daughter of the late Clarence & Goldie Cecil (Copas) Grant. She enjoyed
crocheting and was an avid baseball fan who enjoyed
rooting for the Cincinnati Reds.
Evelyn was preceded in death by her husband Desra, one son Gary,
one grandson Jimmy, 2 brothers and 2 sisters.
She is survived by 3 daughters
Sharma & husband Tom, Mary & husband
Bob Blankenship, Veda & husband Richard; 2 sons John
& wife Jean, and Nyle Gordon; her companion of over 20 years Floyd;
numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and a host of other relatives
and friends.
Private funeral services will be held at the convenience of the
family. Interment will be made at Memorial Park Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Dayton, Montgomery Co., OH, Obituary
Published in Dayton Daily News on March 25,
2013
Sheryl Lynn Childers, age 64, of Dayton, passed away March 23,
2013. Sheryl was a very loving and caring mother. She was born December 12,
1948.
She was preceded by her parents, Ray Barnett and Bonnie Harrod; and
one sister, Darlene Baker.
She is survived by her husband, J. D. Childers; children, Roger Blankenship, Henry (Meladey) "Hank" Glascoe,
Scott (Janice) Glascoe, and Tonia Nieto; 14 grandchildren and 3
great-grandchildren; sisters, Riola (Ron) Isaac, Donna (Bill) Urquhart, Regina
Hawkins and Pat (Larry) England; step-brothers, James and Frankie Harrod.
Visitation will be held Wednesday, March 27, 2013 from 5-8 pm at
Newcomer Funeral Home (4104 Needmore Rd.) where funeral services will be held
Thursday, March 28, 2013 at 10:00 am.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Dayton, Montgomery Co., OH, Obituary
Published in Dayton Daily News on March 31,
2013
Elinor M. Elkins, age 76, of Dayton, passed away on Wednesday,
March 20, 2013.
She is preceded in death by her first husband, Walter
"Bud" E. Elkins; second husband, John Waltz; sons, Walter
"Bobby" R. Elkins, Danny E. Elkins, and Christopher A. Elkins.
Elinor is survived by her children, John L. (Lara) Elkins, David E.
(Maria) Elkins, Tim (Shawna) Elkins, Mike Elkins, and Theresa (Larry) Blankenship, as
well as numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Family will receive friends from 6:00 - 8:00 pm on Tuesday, April
2, 2013 at Newcomer Funeral Home, 3380 Dayton-Xenia Rd., Beavercreek, with
services following at 8:00 pm.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Dayton,
Montgomery Co., OH, Obituary
Published in Dayton Daily News on May 23,
2013
Norma (Mama) Hester, age 84, passed away Sunday May 19, 2013. She
was born on June 29, 1928 to the late Edward and Evelyn DeLong in Dayton, OH.
Mama will always be remembered for her welcoming home and delicious meals
served with love.
She is survived by 2 daughters, Rebecca (Ken) Wehrkamp of Troy and
Sandra Quick of Troy; grandchildren, Melissa Locker, Jennie Caruso, Allison
(Paul) Mishurda, Alexis (Nick) Floss, Amy (Troy) Speckman, Michelle (Lord)
Concepcion, Corey Hester; 6 great-grandchildren, Gabrielle, Myah, Lauren,
Brendan, Aiden, Ella; 1 great-great grandchild, Aurora; "adopted"
grandchildren, Peter and Luba Vranka, Sofia and Leo; 3 sisters, Sharon Ryan, Nancy Stonerock, Kathy (Gary) Blankenship; 3
brothers, Fred DeLong, Dan (Dye) DeLong, Steve (Elizabeth) DeLong; special
son-in-law, Wayne Locker and also survived by many nieces and nephews.
She is preceded in death by her beloved husband of 40 years, Harry
L. Hester; son, Leslie Hester; 3 brothers, Russell, Charles and David.
A Funeral Service will be held Saturday May 25, 2013 at Noon at
Baker/Hazel & Snider Funeral Home 5555 Philadelphia Dr. @ N. Main St.
Interment at Shiloh Park Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Dayton,
Montgomery Co., OH, Obituary
Published in Dayton Daily News on August 25,
2013
Ruby M. Hayes, age 95, passed away on August 21st, 2013.
She is survived by her sister, Elwood McGuire of Lexington, KY, 3 nephews, Bill Blankenship of Kennesaw, GA, Richard
Blankenship of Dayton, OH,
& Roger McGuire of Lexington, KY. Ruby lived life to the fullest and was an
avid Bridge player. She attended Hope United Methodist Church.
A private family service will be held at a later date.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Dayton, Montgomery
Co., OH,
Obituary
Published in Dayton Daily News on Nov. 5,
2013
Frances L. Penny, Age 72, passed away on Sunday, November 3, 2013,
surrounded by her loving family.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Alex and Lucy Stewart; brothers,
Eddie, Don, Frank and Jimmy Stewart; sisters, Lois Human and Phyllis Kelley;
and by her beloved son, Darren Penny.
She is survived by her loving and devoted husband of 56 ½ years,
Donald; her son and daughter-in-law, Don & Jill Penny; daughter and
son-in-law, Cheryl & Brian Robinson and four grandchildren whom she loved more than life, Matthew & Alex
Penny, Alison Blankenship and Jordan Walters. She also leaves behind
a devoted sister, Mary Lou Dyer; sister-in-law, Ginny Stewart and many nieces,
nephews, family and friends.
Funeral service will be held at 11:00 am, Thursday at the George C.
Martin Funeral Home "Northridge Chapel," 5040 Frederick Pike at
Needmore Road, Dayton. Interment will follow at Dayton Memorial Park Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Dayton, Montgomery Co., OH, Obituary
Published in Dayton Daily News on Apr. 15,
2014
Helen Joanne (Williams) "Joanne" Fig, age 79 of Dayton,
OH, passed away Sunday, April 13, 2014. Joanne was born October 6, 1934 in
Osaka, [Wise Co.], Virginia daughter of the late Ivory and Cornia (Blankenship) Williams.
She was employed with Sears, retiring in 1997 after 20 years of
service.
Mrs. Fig is survived by her husband of 61 years, Robert; 3 sons,
Robert, Jr. (Betty), Bruce (Susan) and Ron (Pearl); 9 grandchildren; 11
great-grandchildren; many other loving family members and friends.
She was preceded in death by 2 brothers and 6 sisters.
A Memorial Service will be held 3 PM Saturday, April 19, 2014 at
Baker-Hazel & Snider Funeral Home & Crematory, 5555 Philadelphia Dr.,
at N. Main St., Dayton, OH 45415.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
1920 Census, Richmond, Wise Co., VA,
Williams, Mary 25, M, KY, Head,
Williams, Honny 27, F, VA, Wife,
Williams, Alleen 05, F, VA, Dau,
Williams, Elsie 02, F, VA, Dau,
https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/MJJ3-M63
1930 Census, Richmond, Wise Co., VA,
Williams, Ivory 36, M, KY, Head,
Williams, Connie 37, F, VA, Wife,
Williams, Alleine 15, F, VA, Dau,
Williams, Elsie 12, F, VA, Dau,
Williams, Edna 10, F, VA, Dau,
Williams, Louise 06, F, VA, Dau,
Williams, Earl H. 03, M, VA, Son,
Williams, Marie 00, F, VA, Dau,
https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/CJPX-3W2
SSDI: Williams, Cornia, 85, 10July1892 -
??Dec1977, Big Stone Gap, Wise, VA 226-96-9155
VA Births: https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/VR5K-FTX
Blankenship, Carrie A. - 10Jul1892, Lee
Co., VA, D/o James & Flora Blankenship
2014, Dayton, Montgomery
Co., OH, Obituary
Published in Dayton Daily News on Apr. 23,
2014
Brenda S. (Brewer) Pierce, age 58 of Dayton, passed away on
Tuesday, April 22, 2014. She had worked for many years at the Jammer Night Club
and for Airport Limo.
She is survived by her husband: Joseph Applegate of Dayton, daughters: Chassita (Chris) Reuber of
Englewood, Chanda Pierce of Dayton, Dawn Blankenship of
Dayton, brother: Wayne Brewer of VA, grandchildren: Dakota, Adriana (Lauren),
Dillion, Macala, Brittani, Jylin, great granddaughters: Logan, Macie, other
relatives, friends and her best friend: Sassy.
She was preceded in death by her parents: Robert and Ida (Pell)
Brewer and brother: David Lee Brewer.
Funeral Services will be held at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 24,
2014 at the Kindred Funeral Home (400 Union Blvd., Englewood). Inurnment will
be at Shiloh Park Cemetery at the convenience of the family.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Dayton, Montgomery
Co., OH, Obituary
Published in Altus Times from June 13 to June
14, 2014
Albert Maxwell Mery, MD, 99, of Dayton, Ohio, passed away on
Sunday, June 8, 2014.
He was preceded in death by his first wife, Sophia Petrie; second
wife, Ina Brown; parents, Albert Mortimer Mery and Rosa Zobrist; and brother,
Mortimer Zobrist Mery.
Max is survived by his daughters, Susan Knox and husband John Ruel,
Joanne (Patrick) Casey; son, David (Amy) Mery; step-daughters, Jenifer (Glenn) Briggs and Nancy (Jap) Blankenship.
Max received his MD from the University of
Colorado School of Medicine and served in the Army Medical Corps during
WWII. Following a brief time in private practice he joined the Phillips
Petroleum Company Medical Department in Bartlesville. After retirement Max
moved to Altus until he relocated to Dayton in 2006. Max had many interests
including a love of nature and spending summers at the cabins in Colorado.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Dayton, Montgomery Co., OH, Obituary
Published in Dayton Daily News on Sept. 24,
2014
David Bruce Parker, Age 68, of Dayton, Ohio, died Sunday September
21, 2014 at Hospice of Dayton. He was born in Dayton, Ohio on September 21,
1946 to John and Esther (Blankenship) Parker.
Bruce graduated from Franklin H.S. in 1964 where he earned the John
Phillips Sousa Award. He had a passion for music and news, which led him to a
career in broadcasting. He started out in radio as a DJ and then moved to TV
News. He helped create 22Alive News at WKEF from the ground up, where he later
became News Director. He retired in 1998 from broadcasting.
He was preceded in death by his granddaughter, Caitlin Parker and
his parents.
Bruce is survived by his wife of 49 years, Dorothy (Dotty) Parker,
a daughter, Rhonda Marlene (Ray) Slone, a son, David (Tami) Parker, grandson,
Alexander Slone; and granddaughter, Hannah Parker. He also leaves a sister,
Shirley Wallace and a cousin Joan Doliboa.
Funeral services will be at 3:00 pm Sunday September 28, 2014 at
the Anderson Funeral Homes 1357 East Second Street Franklin.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
1940 Census, Franklin Village, Franklin
Twp., Warren Co., OH,
Parker, John J. 25, M, OH, Head,
Parker, Esther 25, F, OH, Wife,
Parker, Shirley 02, F, ---, Dau,
Hicks, Sarah 14, F, OH, Cousin,
https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/KWG6-ZVX
Esther F.
Parker – b.1914 – d.17Oct1983, Dayton, Montgomery, https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/VKK7-HP7
Woodhill
Cemetery: http://www.rootsweb.ancestry.com/~ohwarren/Cemetery/woodhill/pac.htm#EstherParker
John J. Parker
- 1915 – 1999 - Esther F. Parker - 1914 – 1983 - parents of D. Bruce and
Shirley D.
+2013, Farmersville, Montgomery Co., OH, Obituary
Published in Dayton Daily News on July 7,
2013
Alice F. (Blankenship) Eby, Age 72, of Farmersville, passed away on Thursday, July 4, 2013.
She was preceded in death by her son, Ricky; parents, Clarence and Mary Blankenship;
and brothers, Johnny and Dana
Blankenship.
Alice is survived by her loving husband of 51 years, Richard;
daughters, Jody (Bill) Skidmore and Tammy Warrix; granddaughters, Erica,
Cheyenne, and Samantha; grandsons, Michael, whom she raised, Cody, and Drew;
and brother, Clarence (Phyllis) Blankenship. She loved Ford Mustangs and flowers, but
her grandchildren gave her the most enjoyment in life.
A private Graveside Service will be held at the convenience of the
family at Germantown Cemetery, Germantown.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Germantown, Montgomery Co., OH, Obituary
Clara N. Stamper, August 19, 1936 - February 8, 2014, age 77 of
Germantown, Ohio went home to be with the Lord on Saturday February 8, 2014.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Albert and Grace
Ballinger; sisters, Thelma Sims, Mildred Wilder, Wanda Carpenter, Barbara
Sanford; brothers, Elmer, Raymond, Herb and Donnie Ballinger; son, Timothy
Stamper; granddaughters, Ashley Stamper and Renee Ballinger.
Clara is survived by daughter, Vicki (Doug) Stamm of Miami
Township, RicK (Tina) Stamper of Fort Walton, Florida, Anthony (Vicky) Stamper
of Germantown, Paul (Alice) Ballinger of Germantown; grandchildren, Wendy (Ray)
Ferrell, Holly Stamm, Dakota Stamper, Paula Ballinger, Daniel Stamper, Jessica
Stamper; great grandchildren, Hannah Ferrell, Quinn Ferrell, Mikayla Ferrell,
Kyvan Barker, Zaven Stamper, Brent "Lil B" Aldridge; sisters, Florence Schaefer, Joyce
Shepherd and Judy Blankenship. Clara is also survived by special friend
and longtime companion, Roy Winders and a multitude of nieces, nephews and
friends.
Funeral services will be 11:00 am on Thursday, at the
Gebhart-Schmidt-Parramore Funeral Home with Edmond Jayjohn officiating. Interment following at Highland Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Germantown, Montgomery
Co., OH, Obituary
Published in Dayton Daily News on Dec. 5,
2014
Florence L. Schaeffer, Age 92, of Germantown, OH, passed away
Wednesday, December 3, 2014 at Heartland of Miamisburg. Florence was born November 14, 1922 to the late James
and Grace (Walden) Ballinger, and was the oldest of 17 children.
In addition, she was preceded in death by her husband Carroll (Jim)
Schaeffer, and 14 of her siblings.
She is survived by her son Daniel (Joyce) Schaeffer, daughters Gail
(Bruce) Wagner, and Thea (Hanson) Brown, brother Paul Ballinger, James
McPherson, two sisters, Joyce Ann
Shepherd, and Judy Blankenship, 8 grandchildren, 6 great grandchildren, 2
great- great grandchildren, and good friend Sam Savchak.
Funeral Services will be held Monday, December 8, 2014 at 10:30 am
at the Arpp & Root Funeral Home, 29 N. Main St. Germantown, OH with
services by Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, interment at Germantown Union
Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Miamisburg, Montgomery Co., OH, Obituary
Published in Dayton Daily News on April 7,
2013
Richard C. Hall, age 65 of Miamisburg, OH passed away Wednesday
April 3, 2013 at his residence. Richard was born on December 9, 1947 in
Kettering, OH, to Edd and Margaret (Branch) Hall. He was a graduate of Twin
Valley South High School class of 1966 and was a retired contractor, and an
avid golfer.
He was preceded in death by his father, Edd Hall.
He is survived by his mother, Margaret Hall, wife Patricia,
children Richard E. (Edyta) Hall, of Alabama; Lori Hall, of Columbus, OH, Amy
(Rickey) Napier, of Eaton, OH, brothers Ron Hall and Larry Hall, sisters Phyllis Blankenship, Sharon Taulbee, Debbie Childers and Sandy Heinz,
grandchildren Mallory Napier, Haley Napier and Richard J. Hall, stepsons
Matthew Benning and Morgan Benning, stepdaughter Melanie (David) Hodges, step
grandchildren Michael Armstrong, Mark Armstrong and Nola Hodges.
The family will receive friends from 10:00 a.m. -1:00 p.m. Tuesday.
April 9, 2013 at the Robert L. Crooks Funeral Center at Preble
Memory Gardens-3377 US Rt. 35- West Alexandria. Graveside services will
by held 2:30 p.m. Tuesday at Springboro Cemetery, 2348 W. Lower Springboro Rd.,
Springboro, OH.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Miamisburg, Montgomery Co., OH, Obituary
Published in Dayton Daily News on May 23,
2013
Douglas P. Guntle, 64, of Miamisburg, passed away May 8, 2013. He
was born February 12, 1949 in Dayton, Ohio.
Doug graduated from Miamisburg High School in 1969 and worked at
Chrysler. He left Chrysler to start his own carpentry and cabinet making
business. Doug was a recovered alcoholic since 1987 and devoted his life to AA
and helping and counseling others.
Doug is preceded in death by his father, Earl and brother Joe.
He is survived by his children, Gerald and Reiko Guntle; children
Joseph, Raymond and Lisa of Tucson, Arizona and Lieve (nee Amy Guntle) and
David Kamholz; children Eleanora and Colden of Lyons, Colorado. Doug is also
survived by his mother, Mary Ann Guntle, 4 brothers and 2 sisters, Raymond and Cathy Guntle, Marianne and Charles Farrell,
Linus Guntle, Donna and Rick Blankenship,
Fred and Jackie Guntle, Geoff and Angie Guntle, and numerous nieces and
nephews.
A memorial service will be held at 7:00 pm on Thursday, May 23,
2013 at Newcomer Funeral Home, North Chapel, 4104
Needmore Road, Dayton, Ohio 45424.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Miamisburg,
Montgomery Co., OH, Obituary
Margaret Ellen Marsh (October 19, 1936 -
September 27, 2013) Age 76, resident of Miamisburg, died at her residence
surrounded by her children on the Feast Day of St. Vincent De Paul, Friday
September 27, 2013.
She was preceded in death by her husband,
Billy J. Marsh; her parents Arthur and Veronica Christensen; sisters Patricia
Christensen and Joan Condon.
She is survived by her 5 children,
Leslie Marsh, Monty Marsh and wife Sharon, Scott Marsh and wife Debbie, Betsy Blankenship and husband
Ed and Susie Budzik
and husband Matt; 10 grandchildren, Sarah, Leslie, Andrew, Erin and
Bryan Marsh; Taylor, Allison and Emily Blankenship; Maggie and Molly Budzik and great grandchild, Noah Weiser; sister
Arlene Bonnesen, Teresa Harris, Catherine Welchel, Christine Collie, Mary
Fuller and brothers William Christensen, Paul Christensen, Phillip Christensen,
Michael Christensen, Terry Christensen and Carl Christensen.
She was born on October 19, 1936 in Fort
Dodge, Iowa and graduated from Corpus Christi High School in Fort Dodge. She
graduated from St. Elizabeth School of Nursing and worked as a registered nurse
at St. Elizabeth Hospital as well as Hospice of Kansas City, Kansas and Rogers,
Arkansas. Upon her return to Dayton, she worked at the Digestive Endoscopy
Center and retired in 2009. She was involved in Our Lady of Good Hope Church
ministries and the Society of St Vincent De Paul.
Mass of Christian Burial will be at Our
Lady of Good Hope Church located at 6 South Third St., Miamisburg, on Tuesday,
October 1, 2013 at 10:30a.m. Father Tom Nevels, celebrant.
Interment Calvary Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Riverside, Montgomery
Co., OH, Obituary
http://www.meaningfulfunerals.net/fh/obituaries/obituary.cfm?o_id=2531045&fh_id=11351
Mattie M. Blankenship, 99, of Riverside, passed away Thursday, May 22, 2014. She was
born in Maloneton, Kentucky on May 3, 1915 to Milford & Della (Adkins)
Fraley. Mattie was a member of the East Dayton Baptist Church.
Preceded in death by her husband,
Bert, daughter,
Donna Bender, and son, Stephen Bert
Blankenship.
Survived by 2 daughters
& sons-in-law, Jane & Bro. Dennis Nickel, Patricia & Terry Moore; 9 grandchildren, 8 great grandchildren & 1
great-great granddaughter; sister, Esther Dickison.
Funeral service 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 27, 2014 at the George C.
Martin Funeral Home,” Northridge Chapel,” 5040 Frederick Pike at Needmore Road.
Bro. Melvin Vansickle, officiating. Interment
Siloam Cemetery, South Shore, KY.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
SSDI: Blankenship,
Bert, 66, 20Jul1911 - ??Jan1978, South Shore, Greenup, KY, KY-406-10-5075
SSDI: Blankenship,
Stephen B., 50, 01Mar1953 - 09Jan2004, South Shore, Greenup, KY, KY-405-80-5875
Morrow
2014, Cardington, Morrow
Co., OH, Obituary
Published in The Columbus Dispatch on Jan. 18,
2014
Paul Douglas Blankenship III, 28, of Cardington, died unexpectedly Wednesday, January 15, 2014.
He was born January 4, 1986 in Columbus. He enjoyed spending time with his
kids, working on cars, dirt bikes and anything with a motor.
Surviving is his mother, Sherry (Verlin) George and his father, Paul D. (
Lisa) Blankenship II; son,
Talan Blankenship; and daughter, Leah Blankenship; sister,
Cynthia George; grandparents, Veda and Richard
Holley, Richard and Cindy Holby; and grandmother, Glenna Jones; aunts, uncles
and cousins.
A funeral service will be held Wednesday at Schoedinger North
Chapel, 5554 Karl Rd., January 22, 2014 at 1 p.m.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Ohio, Death; https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/VKYX-K31
Paul Douglas Blankenship, Sr. 72, W, M, 04Nov1934
- 11Nov2006, Delaware, Delaware Co.,
S/o Blankenship – Brock
Public Records; https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/K55R-GL2
Douglas Paul Blankenship, b.09Aug1956,
Residence Place: Columbus, Ohio,
Poss. Rel; Joshua P Blankenship, Kimberly
Ann Blankenship, P Blankenship, Rebecca E Blankenship
SSDI: Blankenship,
Paul D., 72, 04Nov1934 - 11Nov2006, Richwood, Union, OH, OH-290-28-4323
+2013, Mount Gilead, Morrow Co., OH, Obituary
Published in The Morrow County Sentinel on June
5, 2013
Nicole R. Storch, age 31, of Mount Gilead, passed away Friday
morning, May 31, 2013, at her residence following a battle with cervical
cancer. On September 3, 1981, Nicole was born in Columbus, Ohio, the daughter
of the late Robert James and Janet (Blankenship) Hypes. She graduated from West High School in Columbus in the Class of
1999. She recently obtained her Associates in Business Management from the
University of Phoenix in 2012.
Full of energy and happiness, Nicole always appreciated the beauty
in life. She was often outdoors with her camera photographing nature and her
children. She enjoyed hiking through the woods and relaxing at bonfires. She
loved all music, well everything but country, and going to concerts. She
enjoyed sitting down with a good book, especially those by V.C. Andrews and
Nicholas Sparks, or watching one of her favorite Tim Burton movies. She even
had a bit of an obsession with zombies.
Nicole was a stay at home mom, or "home engineer" as she
liked to put it. Only one person ruled the house, and that was her. Her family
meant the world to her, and she would do everything with her fiancé, Josh, and
her children. They enjoyed visiting COSI, going to different parks, and doing
crafts together.
Nicole will be dearly missed by her fiancé, Josh Jarvis, of Mount
Gilead; her three children: Brandon Storch, Ava Storch, and Addison Jarvis, all
of Mount Gilead; her baby brother, Jason Hypes and sister-in-law and best
friend, Shannon Hypes of Columbus; 2 nephews: Nathaniel and Ethan Hypes; a
niece, Natalie Hypes; and very close friends, Joe and Sherri Thornton of Mount
Gilead.
Nicole's family will hold a private green burial at the Foxfield
Preserve in Wilmot, Ohio, with Pastor Jim Streib officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Muskingum
2013, Zanesville, Muskingum Co., OH, Obituary
Published in the Times Recorder on July 25, 2013
Paul C. Brady, 83, of Zanesville, passed away at 12:10 A.M. on
Tuesday, July 23, 2013, at Heath Nursing Care Center, following a long illness
of dementia. He was born December 30, 1929, in Gassaway, West Virginia, moving
to Ohio in 1943.
He was an Army Veteran serving during the Korean Conflict. Paul
retired from Armco Steel in 1992 after 39 years of service. He enjoyed
traveling, camping, fishing, and spending winters in Florida after his
retirement.
Survivors include his wife of 62 years Mary Miller Brady; a son
Michael (Kathleen) Brady of New York, NY; daughters Linda (Gerald) Forrider of
Richwood, OH, and Connie (Tom) Lenahan of La Combe, LA, and son-in-law Jim
McCullough of Zanesville; grandchildren,
Jeremy Blankenship, Brady Wolgamott, Emma and Evan
McCullough, Michael and Robby Lanahan, and a special grandbaby due in October;
and several nieces and nephews. He will be missed by all.
He was preceded in death by his beloved daughter Pamela McCullough;
parents Walter and Blanche Flint Brady; a brother Walter Brady; and two
sisters, Mary Helen Fracker and Lola Carpenter.
Friends and family may call at the Bolin-Dierkes Funeral Home, 1271
Blue Avenue, Zanesville, one hour prior to the funeral
service which will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Saturday, July 27, 2013, with Rev.
Eric Miller officiating. He will be laid to rest at Zanesville Memorial Park
Cemetery, Zanesville.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, South Zanesville, Muskingum
Co., OH, Obituary
Published in the Times Recorder from Aug. 3 to
Aug. 5, 2014
Kristina L. Holskey, 39, of South Zanesville, died at 5:50 A.M.
July 31, 2014 at Genesis Good Samaritan Hospital. She was born July 9, 1975, in
Bellaire, OH, a daughter of the late Blaine B. Jr. and Paulette Dunn Holskey.
She was a member of the Tree of Life-Christian Fellowship, and she
enjoyed fishing and spending time with her loved ones.
Surviving are two daughters, Kylie Holskey and Madolynne Holskey; a
son Roger Bickford; three brothers,
Blaine "Butch" (Stacy) Holskey, Mike (Brenda) Holskey, and Matt Blankenship; two sisters,
Ellen (Darren) Lee and Amanda
Blankenship; aunts Kim (Ron)
Dobbins, Pam (Brent) Aggas, and Michele (Billy) Wood; uncles Steve (Bev) Dunn
and Jeff (Beth) Dunn; father of the girls, Stanley "Huck" Milner;
father of the son Roger Bickford Jr.; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by maternal
grandparents Bob (Alice) Dunn; paternal grandparents Blaine (Mabel) Holskey
Sr.; and step father Jack McGilton.
Funeral services will be held at 6:00 P.M. on Tuesday, August 5,
2014, at the Bolin-Dierkes Funeral Home & Crematory, 1271 Blue Avenue,
Zanesville, with Pastor Thomas N. Hayes officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Ottawa
2013, Marblehead, Ottawa Co., OH, Obituary
Sandusky Register (OH) - March 17, 2013
Thomas Raymond Halbisen, 51, of Marblehead, died Sunday, March 17,
2013, in Stein Hospice Care Center [Sandusky, Erie Co., OH]. He was born June 24, 1961, in Fremont,
to Francis J. and Patricia (Boyer) Halbisen.
Tom attended Clyde schools and was employed by Venetian Marina as a
mechanic. He had served our country in the U.S. Army.
On March 17, 2006, he married Mary (Andres) and she survives. Also
surviving are his mother, Patricia (Gerald) Thome of Fremont; father, Francis
Halbisen of Fremont; children, Jason Halbisen and Rose Halbisen, both of
Tiffin; grandchildren, Makayla and Makinzie Halbisen; step-children, Alyssa
Adams and DJ Adams; step-grandchildren, Jayden and Layla Adams; siblings, Susan Blankenship of Clyde, Kathy (Les) Cooper of Sheffield
Village, Ohio, Ann (Allan) Kauble of Clyde; step siblings, Gerald Paul (Susan)
Thome of Crystal Lake, Ill., Paulette Petery of Toledo, and James Thome of
Edwardsville, Ill.; and grandmother, Rose Halbisen of Fremont.
A memorial service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, March 21,
at the Mitchell-Auxter Funeral Home, 218 S. Main St., Clyde.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Perry
2014, Thornville, Perry Co., OH, Obituary
Published in the Advocate on Aug. 11, 2014
Sharon Kay Mobley, age 68, of Thornville, and a winter resident of
Haines City, Florida, passed away on Saturday, August 9, 2014 at The Pickering
House in Lancaster, [Fairfield Co., OH]. Sharon was born October 27, 1945 in
Athens, Ohio to the late George Stanley and Ruth (Steinmetz) Love.
A 1963 graduate of Whitehall-Yearling High School, Sharon was a
member of AMVETS Post #51 and enjoyed spending time with her children and
grandchildren. Sharon and her husband, Harold, owned and operated Thornport
Pizza and Mobley's Concessions. Sharon was an amazing mother, grandmother and
mother-in-law who always put everyone before herself and was loved by everyone.
She is survived by a daughter,
Tammie (Steve) Blankenship of Thornville; a son, Harold "Lee" (Chrissy) Mobley
of Logan; grandchildren, Tyler
(Mariah) Hamm, Tiffany Daugherty, Zach (Sheri) Blankenship, Michael Mobley and Logan Blankenship; great-grandchildren, Tatiana, Tayla,
Landon and Kimber; mother-in-law, Mary Mobley of Newcomerstown; an aunt,
Delores "Butchie" (Fred) Perry of Pataskala; sisters-in-law, Kay
(Joe) Evans of Haines City, FL and Pat Miller of West Lafayette; many nieces,
nephews and cousins; her Paradise Island family; and her faithful companion,
her dog, Cassie.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her
husband, Harold "Bud" Mobley in 2007; and by two sisters, Georgia
Winebrenner and Patty Collins.
According to her wishes, there will be no calling hours or service
observed.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Pickway
+2013, Ashville, Pickway Co., OH, Funeral
The Daily Independent, (Ashland, KY) - January 8, 2013 [Tuesday]
Joseph D. "Sonny" Blankenship, 78, of Ashville, died Sunday [06Jan2013]. He was born March 9, 1934, in Ironton.
A memorial service will be scheduled at the convenience of the
family. Phillips Funeral Home in Ironton is in charge of arrangements.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Ashville, if found in Pickway Co., OH,
Jefferson Co., KY, and Buncombe Co., KY, sence he was born in OH and the
funeral is in OH that it is the Ashville in OH. JIM
2014, Ashville, Pickaway Co., OH, Obituary
Published in The Columbus Dispatch on Nov. 10,
2014
David Alan Devors, age 66, Ashville, Ohio, passed away Sat. Nov. 8,
2014 at Mt. Carmel Medical Center, Columbus, [Franklin Co., OH]. He
was born Sept. 27, 1948 at Ashville, Ohio, son of Richard and Marvene (Ward)
Devors.
He served in the US Army during the Vietnam War.
Preceded in death by his father Richard
Devors, brother Richard G. Devors.
Survived by his mother, Marvene Devors, Circleville; wife, Joyce
Eby Devors, Ashville; son, Adam (Jennifer Eldridge) Devors, Columbus;
grandsons, Braxton David, Wyatt, and Quentin Devors; sister, Janice Blankenship,
Circleville; brother, Marvin (Dixie) Devors, Ashville; several nieces and
nephews; special friend, Rick Swanger, So. Blooomfield.
The family will receive friend 6-8 p.m. Wed. Nov. 12, 2014 at the
Oliver-Cheek Funeral Home, Ashville, where services will be held 11 a.m. Thurs.
Nov. 13, 2014. Rev. Don
Blankenship will officiate. Burial will be in Harrison
Twp. Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Circleville, Pickaway
Co., OH, Obituary
http://www.wellmanfuneralhomes.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=926374
Opal M. Stevenson, 77, of
Circleville, died March 2, 2013 at OSU. She was born on May 7, 1935 in
Kentucky, the daughter of Doc and Goldie (Murphy) Blankenship.
She was preceded in death by her parents;
husband, Harl Stevenson and siblings,
Helen Justice, Mary Steger and Walter Ray
Blankenship.
She is survived by her children, Brenda
(Tony) Wagner of Circleville, Harl R. Stevenson of Ashville and Theresa (John)
Lowe of Circleville; grandchildren, Michael Wagner, Mandy (Gabe) Carpenter, Phillip,
Jessica and Sarah Lowe; great grandchildren, Taylor and Tori Wagner and
Brookelynn and Mason Carpenter; sisters, Deany Lester, Shirley Dean and Gloria
Reynolds and brothers, James and Rodney Blankenship.
Graveside service will be held 1:30 p.m.
Friday March 8, 2013 at Harrison Twp. Cemetery, with Pastor Ty Myers
officiating.
2013, Orient, Pickaway Co., OH, Obituary
Published in The Madison Press on August 2, 2013
Betty (Quincel) Harness, 80, of Orient, died Wednesday, July 31,
2013 at her residence. She was born July 20, 1933 in Columbus, Ohio.
Betty was retired from Bob Evans Farms Corporate Offices after 25
years as the Head Receptionist. Member of The United Church of Mt. Sterling;
Evans Senior Center, Grove City; Central High School Alumni Association;
original member of the Hank Newman "Georgia Crackers" Square Dance
Club; former member of American Legion Auxiliary.
Preceded in death by parents, Harold and Carrie Quincel; husband,
Charles (Mick); son, Mickey Joseph; sisters, Shirley Kise and Teresa Brown; and
brother, Paul Quincel.
She is survived by daughter, Tamara (Dave) Tingle of Orient; son,
Gregory (Sherry) Harness of Circleville; grandson, Gregory (Najette) Harness
II; granddaughters, Micki (Andrew) Conklin, Stacey Harness, Stephanie (Curtis)
Lohr, Ariel (Matt) Matusek and Taylor (Jacob) Adams; great-granddaughters,
Brynna Lohr and Piper Conklin; great-grandson, Cooper Lohr; sister, Patricia
(Quincel) Riley; brothers, Ronald (Geraldine) Quincel, Robert (Marjorie)
Quincel and Al (Kyleen) Quincel; half
sisters, Jacquelyn (Bill) Simmons, Tona (Roger) Blankenship and Deonna J. Vaughn; stepmother, Ruth
Quincel; sisters-in-law, Donna Quincel, Jeanette (Ronald) Sherman and Alice
(Paul) Parker; best friends, Annamae Lawless and Goldie Patrick; many nieces,
nephews and cousins.
Betty was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother.
She worked hard all of her life and believed things would always get better.
She loved singing and dancing and spending time with her grandchildren and
particularly with her great-granddaughters. She will be sorely missed.
A Funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, Aug. 5, 2013
at the PORTER-TIDD FUNERAL HOME, 331 W. Main St., Mt.
Sterling. Rev. Dan Shipley will be officiating. The interment will follow in
Pleasant Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Orient, Pickaway Co., OH, Obituary
Published in The Columbus Dispatch on May 9,
2014
Jesse Blankenship,
64, of Orient, passed away at Mt. Carmel West Hospital [Columbus,
Franklin Co., OH] on May
7, 2014. Born on October 12, 1949 to the late Jesse and Vada (McCoy) Blankenship in
Freeburn, KY.
Survived by his wife, Rita Blankenship; sons,
Ray, Keith, Steven (Kara) and Daniel (Stephanie) Blankenship;
grandchildren, Alex, Tommy, Samantha, Deanna, Steffano, Vada, David, Joshua,
Christopher, Kayde, Lucas, Mason, Jesse, Wyatt and Judah; great grandson,
Jonathan; brother, Everett Blankenship; and sister,
Tilla Mae Stanley; sister-in-law, Brenda Blankenship.
Proceeded in death by three brothers and a
sister.
Friends may call at Newcomer Funeral Home & Crematory, SW
Chapel, 3393 Broadway, Grove City, OH on Saturday, May
10, 2014 from 2-5 p.m.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Pike
+2014, Piketon, Pike Co., OH, Funeral
Published in The Daily Times from Dec. 31, 2014
to Jan. 1, 2015
Hazel E. Blankenship,
78, of Piketon, died Tuesday, Dec. 30, 2014, in Piketon Nursing Center in
Piketon.
Funeral Services will be held 1 p.m. Friday, Jan. 2, 2015, at the
Howe Wheeler Boyer Funeral Home in Piketon. Interment will follow in Harmon
Cemetery, Piketon.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Piketon, Pike Co., OH, Obituary
http://www.boyerfuneral.com/obituaries/obituary-listings?obId=372992#/obituaryInfo
Hazel E. Blankenship,
78, of Jasper Road, Piketon, Ohio, died 11:10 p.m. Tuesday, December 30, 2014
in Piketon Nursing Center, Piketon, Ohio. She was born March 21, 1936 in Pike
County, Ohio the daughter of the late Edgar McKinley and Minnie (Gifford)
McKinley.
In November 1952 she was united in marriage to Walter Blankenship who preceded her in death on December 30,
1978.
Surviving are daughters,
Barbara Crabtree and husband Tim of Piketon, Ohio,
Alice Martin of Waverly, Ohio, and Doris Montgomery and husband Eugene of Piketon, Ohio, a son, Marty Blankenship of Piketon, Ohio, daughter-in-law,
Robin Blankenship of Stockdale, Ohio, seven grandchildren, 5
great grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews.
Her parents, husband, son,
Patrick Blankenship, brothers, Paul, Harold, Charles, Bill,
John, and Floyd McKinley, sisters, Ruby Hilt and Alice McKinley, preceded Hazel
in death.
Funeral Services will be held 1:00 p.m. Friday, January 2, 2015 at
the Howe Wheeler Boyer Funeral Home, Piketon, Ohio with Elder Therman Rigsby,
officiating. Burial will follow in Harmon Cemetery, Piketon.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
SSDI: Blankenship,
Walter, 58, 03Mar1920 - ??Dec1978, (not specified), KY-403-20-6354
+2013, Waverly, Pike Co., OH, Obituary
Published in the Chillicothe Gazette on January
24, 2013
Steve Edward Blankenship, 83 of S.R. 220 Waverly, died Tuesday January 22, 2013 at his
residence. He was born on October 11, 1931 in Vanceburg, KY to the late John and Hazel Highland
Blankenship. He was united in
marriage on December 23, 1963 to Carol Ruth Rivers Blankenship who preceded him in death on October 9, 2011.
Surviving are a son, Kevin Blankenship and wife Jackie of Beaver; a daughter, Karen Montgomery and husband Tom of Chillicothe; three grandchildren;
five great grandchildren; one brother,
Odie Blankenship of Waverly; and two sisters, Shirley Bayes of Chillicothe, and Bertha Mae McKee of Piketon.
He was preceded in death by ten brothers: Virgil, Walter, Wade, Harry, Bill, Tony, Harold Blankenship; three
infant brothers; and two sisters, Mary Blankenship and Laura Bryant. He
was a retired heavy equipment operator, a member of Ohio Operating
Engineers-Union Local #18, and was a U.S. Army Veteran.
Funeral services will be 1:00 P.M. Friday at Botkin Funeral Home in
Waverly with J .D. Stevens, Minister officiating. Burial will follow in the
Evergreen Cemetery, Denver Road.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Waverly, Pike Co., OH, Obituary
Published in the Chillicothe Gazette on Apr. 28,
2014
Robert "Ford" Legg, 91, of Waverly, Ohio passed away
Friday, April 25, 2014 at the Adena-Pike Medical Center in Waverly. He was born
on March 24, 1923 in Pike County, Ohio son of the late William Irvin Legg and Lillie (Blankenship) Legg. He was united
in marriage to Rosetta Legg for 64 years.
He is survived by his wife; two daughters Loretta Legg of Hilliard,
Ohio and Cynthia (Nelson) Moorhead of Reynoldsburg, Ohio; two grandchildren
Christina (Josh) Riley and Daniel Moorhead, one great-granddaughter Kaylee
Riley; and numerous nieces and nephews.
He was proceeded in death by his parents and 12 brothers and
sisters, Mildred (Charles) Mechlin, James (Dessie) Legg, Marie (Harley)
Williams, Myrtle (Henry) Snyder, Arie (Wesley) Matthews, John Legg, Montford
(Eloise) Legg, Isa (Heber) Stockham, Andrew Wood (Bee) Legg, Kathryn (William)
Mullens, Donald (Jewel) Legg, and Dorothy (John) Skluzscek.
Ford, while a resident of Pike County most of his life, was a
former resident of Dogwood Ridge in Wheelersburg, Ohio and Springfield, Ohio
where he worked at the Wickham Piano Plate Company. He was called back to work
at the Goodyear Atomic Corporation in 1968 and stayed there until his
retirement in 1984. An Army veteran of WWII. Ford enjoyed
woodworking, refinishing furniture and even quilted for a while. But his
biggest passion was for genealogy and his compilation of the "Lewis Legg
Ancestry Book" was very popular among his extended family.
Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday April 30,
2014 at the Botkin Hornback Funeral Home at 314 East North Street, Waverly, OH
45690. Burial will follow at Mound Cemetery in Piketon, Ohio.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
1910 Census, Camp Creek, Pike Co., OH,
Legg, Irvin 33, M, OH, Head,
Legg, Lilly 29, F, OH, Wife,
Legg, Millie 11, F, OH, Dau,
Legg, James 09, M, OH, Son,
Legg, Marie 07, F, OH, Dau,
Legg, Myrtle 06, F, OH, Dau,
Legg, Isetta 04, F, OH, Dau,
Legg, Noah J. 02, M, OH, Son,
Legg, Obera 00, M, OH, Son,
Pool, Fred 20,
M, OH, Servant,
https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/MLFK-QCX
1930 Census, Camp Creek, Pike Co., OH,
Legg, William I. 53, M, OH, Head,
Legg, Lilla 49, F, OH, Wife,
Legg, Woodrow 16, M, OH, Son,
Legg, Catherine C. 13, F, OH, Dau,
Legg, Dorothy D. 10, F, OH, Dau,
Legg, Donald R. 11, M, OH, Son,
Legg, Robert F. 07, M, OH, Son,
https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/X4H1-93R
Portage
2014, Palmyra Twp., Portage Co., OH, Obituary
Vivian Marie Boles, 86, of Palmyra Township, with her family by her
side at her residence, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, March 15,
2014. She was born April 2, 1927 in
Ravenna, Ohio, a daughter of the late Melvin and Chloe (O'Toole) Thornton.
Vivian was a homemaker and loved taking care of her family. Vivian
was a faithful servant to the Lord for many years in the children's ministry
and church choir at Liberty Bible Church, finishing her days as a faithful
servant at the New Testament Baptist Church. She loved going to church, reading
her bible and enjoyed camping, plastic canvas and doing cryptoquote puzzles.
Vivian is survived by her son Dan (Donna) Boles of Diamond and daughter Debbie (Phil) Blankenship of Palmyra. She is survived also by her
brother Ashby (Wanda) Thornton, 7 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her husband James G. Boles, son
Michael Boles, her grandson Klinton Boles and her siblings: Betty Wade, Hilda Bowman,
Aubry Thornton and Bob Thornton.
Friends will be received at the Wood-Kortight-Borkoski Funeral
Home, 703 E. Main St., Ravenna from 6:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. on Wednesday,
March 19, 2014 and also from 10:00 A.M until the 11:00 A.M. Celebration of Life
service officiated by Pastor Bob Burgess on Thursday, March 20, 2014 at the New
Testament Baptist Church, 3583 St. Rt. 59, Ravenna.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Rootstown, Portage Co., OH, Obituary
Mary L. Blankenship,
age 46, of Rootstown, passed away Friday, January 24, 2014. She was born
February 15, 1967, the daughter of Tom and Margaret (Nelis) Long.
Mary was a member of the University Parish Newman Center in Kent
where she had taught Sunday school. She was in Technical support for Windstream
for years.
Preceded in death by her father she is survived by her mother,
Margaret. Her beloved husband, William "Mike" Blankenship, whom she married October 23, 1993 and
enjoyed 20 years of marriage. Her son, Thomas and daughter, Emily, both at home and
her brother, William "Bill" Long of Maryland.
A funeral mass will be Wednesday, January 28,2014,11:00 am at the
University Parish Newman Center, in Kent with Father Steve Augustino
officiating. Interment will be in Homeland Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Preble
+2014, Preble Co., OH, Obituary
Published in Journal-News on Dec. 7, 2014
Michael Ray Deaton II, Age 53 of Preble County, Ohio, passed away
Tuesday, December 2, 2014 at his residence. He was born September 11, 1961 in
Middletown, Ohio and lived in Preble County most of his life.
He was employed in construction, and worked for B. D. Morgan,
American Poured Walls and Ball Brothers. He was a member of the Monroe First
Church of God.
Preceding him in death were two brothers, Steven K. Deaton in 1984
and David B. Deaton in 2012; and a step sister, Michelle Dovel.
He is survived by one son, Michael Ray Deaton III; one daughter,
April Nichol Deaton; one grandchild; his mother,
Janet and Al Dovel; his father, Michael and
Scharlene Deaton; one brother, Levi Deaton; and maternal grandmother, Sarah Blankenship.
Graveside services will be Tuesday, December 9, 2014 at 1:00 p.m.
at the Fairview Cemetery, Gratis, Ohio.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Janet Deaton – b.05Aug1943 - Somerville,
OH; https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:KRG2-8N4
Relatives: Albert E. Dovel, Albert R.
Dovel, David B. Deaton, Dovel Deaton, Michael R. Deaton Ii, Michelle M. Dovel,
Michael R. Deaton.
2013, Camden, Preble Co., OH, Obituary
Published in Hamilton Journal-News on March
13, 2013
William L. "Bill" Ross age 75 of Camden, passed away at
his residence on Monday, March 11, 2013. He was born in Hamilton on November
10, 1937 to William and Mildred (Seibold) Ross.
Bill was a 1956 graduate of Hamilton High School. He was employed
as a machinist at Hamilton Tool. Bill was a life time member of both the
American Legion Post 218 of Middletown, where he served as second vice
Commander in 1992 and 1993, and the Monkey Mutual Aide Society of Hamilton.
Bill is survived by his wife of 29 years Virginia "Ginny"
Ross, of Camden; daughters Penelope "Penny" (Ron) McIntosh, and
Jennifer "Missy" (Doug) Roark both of Hamilton; one son Jeffrey Scott
Ross, of Hamilton; five grandchildren and two great- grandchildren; brother-in-law Marvin (Judy) Blankenship; and
stepson and daughter-in-law Burt "Fuzzy" and Michelle McCollom.
He was preceded in death by his parents; and brothers
Marvin and Thomas C. Ross B.S.G.
Funeral service will be held at Brown Dawson Flick Funeral Home,
1350 Millville Avenue, on Friday, March 15, 2013 at 11AM. Burial will follow at
Hickory Flat Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Camden, Preble Co., OH, Obituary
Published in The Middletown Journal on June 2,
2013
Marvin L. Blankenship, Jr., Age 79, of Camden, passed away May 29.
Service 11am June 8. Girton Schmidt & Boucher Gard F. H.,
Eaton.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Camden, Preble Co.,
OH, Obituary
Published in Journal-News on Dec. 18, 2013
Virginia E. (McCollom) "Ginny" Ross, age 92 of Camden, passed away peacefully
at her home on Friday, December 13, 2013 at 01:53PM. She was born in
Miamisburg, OH on September 18, 1921 to Marvin and Hazel Blankenship. She attended Middletown High School.
Virginia was employed at Champion International Paper Company for 33 years as a
crane operator, and as a paper sorter/cutter. She enjoyed camping, fishing,
gardening, flowers, and baseball.
She is survived by one son Burt "Fuzzy"(Michelle)
McCollom, of Cincinnati; step-son Scott Ross; and sister in law Judy
(Marvin Jr.) Blankenship, as well as
many nieces, nephews and numerous friends.
She was preceded in death by her husband, William "Bill"
Ross, her parents; brothers, Leslie, Delmar, and Marvin Jr.; and sisters, Phyllis, Esther, and Estel.
Funeral service will be held at Brown Dawson Flick Funeral Home,
1350 Millville Avenue, on Saturday, December 21, 2013 at 11AM. Burial will
follow at Hickory Flat Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Eaton, Preble Co., OH, Obituary
Published in The Eaton Register-Herald from Aug.
25 to Aug. 26, 2014
Francis Eugene Newkirk, 77 of Eaton, died Tuesday morning, Aug. 12,
2014 at Vancrest Retirement Center in Eaton. Born April 30, 1937, in Eaton, he
was the son of the late Ben and Ruth (Marquis) Newkirk.
Francis was a 1956 graduate from Eaton High School and retired from
Standard Register in Dayton, and has since been with Lee Plastics in Eaton. He
was a member of Grace Lutheran Church in Eaton, and he had a love for sports
including golf, bowling, softball and basketball. Francis is preceded in death
by his parents, along with his two brothers Bob Boerner and Darrell Newkirk.
Francis is survived by his wife Judy (Babington) Newkirk, whom he
married Feb. 14, 1959: daughters Patsy Blankenship & Todd Gartrell; Gail & Bob
Allison and Brenda Lee: son Tony Newkirk & Danell King all of Preble
County; grandchildren Tarin and Drew Azzalina; Lindsey and Tyler Allison;
Lauren ( Allison) and Nick Webb; Samantha and JT Lee; Mark and Alicia
Donaldson; Nate Newkirk; Brad and Tiffany Newkirk and Shawn and Jessica
Collins; great-grandchildren Alina Hood, Tyson, Tristan and Regan Azzalina;
Lily, Makayla and Liam Newkirk: brothers JD Newkirk of Dayton; Tim Newkirk of
Jonesboro, Arkansas and John Newkirk of Eaton as well as numerous nieces and
nephews.
Funeral services were held Saturday, Aug. 16, at Grace Lutheran
Church, Eaton, with Pastor Warren Reichert presiding. Burial
in Preble Memory Gardens Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Lewisburg, Preble
Co., OH, Obituary
Published in Dayton Daily News on Feb. 17,
2014
Ned D. Blankenship,
72, of Lewisburg, OH died suddenly Friday, February 14, 2014 at Good Samaritan
Hospital in Dayton, [Montgomery
Co., OH]. Born November 13, 1941 in West Sonora, OH.
A 1961 graduate of Lewisburg Union High School and served in the
U.S. Army. Member of the American Legion Post 213 Lewisburg. He worked at P
& R Specialties in Piqua since 1991 as a machinist tool and die maker. Ned
was a dedicated husband and father who enjoyed working to provide for and set
an example for his family. He loved to work with hands, whether it was working
on cars, machines, or household repairs. He was a mister fix-it. Family and
friends could always depend on him if they had a need.
Preceded in death by his father: George T.
Blankenship in 1967; Mother Mary Rosella
(Lidecap) Blankenship in
1968; sister: Donna Samuels in 1990 and a brother:
George Paul Blankenship in 2000.
Survivors include his loving wife
of 47 years: Linda D.
(McAlister) Blankenship; Children: Teresa L. Wysong and Jeff D.
Blankenship both of Eaton, OH
and Tammy D. Casolari of Goodyear, AZ; 9 grandchildren
and 2 great grandchildren; brothers:
Emmerson Lee Blankenship of Ithaca, OH and twin brother Neil Maurice Blankenship of New Lebanon, OH.
Graveside service will be held at Roselawn Cemetery at the
convenience of the family.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, West Alexandria, Preble Co., OH, Obituary
Published in Dayton Daily News on May 2, 2013
Ronald E. Lake, Age 70, of West Alexandria and formerly of
Germantown, passed away suddenly on Tuesday, April 30, 2013. The son of the
late Robert & Kathryn (Blankenship) Lake,
Ron retired from the Harrison Radiator Division of General Motors.
He enjoyed hunting, laughing, friends and, most of
all, spending time with his children and grandchildren. Ron also served with
the US Army during the Vietnam War.
On December 29, 2004, he was preceded in death by beloved wife
Shirley Ann, whom he married June 20, 1964. In addition to his parents, he is
also preceded in death by sister Phyllis Egan and her
husband Richard.
Survived by children Kimberly Wilder & husband John of
Brookville; Sara Preston & husband Nathan of Springboro; Robin Collins
& husband John of Enon; and Jamie Lake & wife Jennifer of Brookville:
grandchildren Andrew and Caleb Lake; Alex Preston; Emmalyn and Grant Collins;
Carter, Samantha and William Lake: sister Doris Hunter
& husband John of Germantown: and a host of special friends.
Friends may call on the family from 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM Friday, May
3, 2013 at the Robert L. Crooks Funeral Center at Preble Memory Gardens - 3377
US Rt. 35 - West Alexandria. Funeral service to follow at
1:00 PM with Pastor Justin Weigand presiding.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, West Alexandria, Preble Co., OH, Obituary
http://www.lindloffzimmerman.com/obits/obituary.php?id=466402
Margaret E. Blankenship, age 89, of West Alexandria, OH. died
Tues. April 22, 2014 in Dayton. She was born in Monroe Township, OH. on Feb. 7, 1925 to Stanley and Marie (Goldsmith) Ott.
She was a graduate of Monroe High School. Mrs. Blankenship was a homemaker, farmer, and
cook for West Alexandria and Twin Valley South High School for 28 years. She was a member of the West Alex Senior
Citizens and a member of West Alexandria Church of the Brethren.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Melvin E.
Blankenship in 1973 and son, Edgar Blankenship in 1968.
She is survived by her son,
Dale (Lindy) Blankenship, Sardinia, OH., daughter, Janet (Merle) Phelps, Lewisburg, OH., 4 grandchildren, Kelly (Brian)
Dwyer, Ryan Phelps (Victoria Bohrer), Austin and Blake Trueblood, nieces and
nephews. Also deceased were her parents,
brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Hubert and Donna Ott.
Funeral services will be held 10:30 A.M. Fri. April 25, 2014 at
West Alexandria Church of the Brethren, 22 E. Oak St. with Pastor Brody Rike
officiating. Burial will be in Arlington
Cemetery, Brookville, OH.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
There is a Monroe Twp., in Ashtabula,
Clermont, Licking, & Miami Counties,
Richland
2013, Bellville, Richland
Co., OH, Obituary
Published in the News Journal on September 15, 2013
William James Hayes, 80, of Bellville,
Ohio went home Friday to be with his Lord. He died at home on September 13,
2013 surrounded by his wife and family. He was born January 28th 1933 in
Mansfield, the oldest son of Orrville Hayes Sr. and Genevieve (Rachel) Hayes.
He graduated from Mansfield Senior High
where he was a member of the track team. He joined the Air Force in 1952 and
served as a Radar Technician on the Pine Tree line in Canada. After completing
his military service he attended Ohio State University on the GI bill. He
married Mary (Goodnight) on June 14, 1958 at Pleasant Valley Lutheran Church in
Lucas, Ohio.
He worked for General Motors in welder
maintenance for 28 years, retiring in 1991. His love of gardening led him to
become a Master Gardener. He was a member of the Men's Garden Club working
tirelessly for years on the Mum Show and Fall Harvest Show. He volunteered at
Malabar Farm, the Carrousel and the Third Street Clinic in support of garden
spaces for people to enjoy. He was also a member of the Chrysanthemum Society
of Central Ohio and the National Chrysanthemum Society. As much as a he loved
to grow a near perfect mum, he was happiest when his gardens produced an
abundance of vegetables. His garden was successful when he could share it with
friends, family, neighbors and the kitchen of Wednesday noon lunch.
Bill was a long time member of First
English Lutheran Church. He served as a greeter and communion preparer as well
as on many work projects for the Property committee. He was always available to
offer his help to anyone in any way that he could. A man of few words; he
shared his faith most vividly by how he chose to live. Whether you knew him as
the man in his garden, the greeter at church, the guy who worked his shift at
work, husband, father or grandfather; he was a man of firm faith, quiet
strength and integrity.
He is survived by his wife of 55 years
Mary (Goodnight) Hayes, two daughters, Deborah Brandt (Robert) and Laura Cole
(Jeffrey), five grandchildren, Laura Blankenship, Zack Cole
(Larissa), Jevan Cole, Rachel Schultz
(Jeffrey), and Kaity Mabry (Caleb) and two great-grandchildren Christopher and Lilly Blankenship. He is also
survived by his sister Helen O'Connell, sister-in-law Jacqueline Hayes,
brother-in-law Jim Goodnight and sister-in-law Ruth Spayde as well as many
nieces and nephews.
Private funeral services will be held for
his family in the Bellville Snyder Funeral Home, officiated by the Reverend
Doug Pretorius, pastor of St. Paul Lutheran Church, Bellville. Interment with
military honors by American Legion Post #535 will be at Oak Grove Memorial
Park, near Lexington, Ohio.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Mansfield, Richland Co., OH, Obituary
Published in the News Journal on March 20, 2013
John "David" McGraw, 56, of Mansfield, passed away on
March 18, 2013, at home, following a lengthy battle with cancer. David was born
on May 24, 1956, in Toledo, OH, to James C. McGraw and Lois A. Bocherding
McGraw Perry.
He proudly served his country in the United States Navy during
Vietnam. He was an avid reader, and enjoyed playing video games, fishing, and
all types of music. He was a loving father and grandfather, and will be greatly
missed by his family and friends.
He is survived by three children, Joshua (Carol) Daugherty of Pearl
Harbor, Hawaii, Amber Klinetop (Steven Sanders) of Mansfield, and Ashley Mosier
(Shannon Volz) of Lexington; six grandchildren,
AJ Klinetop, Kaytelynn Klinetop, Aiden Mosier, Tristan Volz, Kody Blankenship, and Karter Blankenship;
three siblings, Mary (Stuart) Smith, James (Cherie) McGraw, and Rick Perry all
of Mansfield; and two step siblings, Violet of Mansfield and Chuck Perry of FL.
David was preceded in death by his parents; step-brother Larry
Perry; step-sister Sharon Perry; and maternal and paternal grandparents.
Memorial services will be held on Saturday, March 23, 2013, at 1:00
pm at Discovery Church, 4116 Park Ave West, Ontario, OH 44903, with Pastor Jeff
Shaull officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Mansfield, Richland Co., OH, Obituary
Published in the News Journal on April 10, 2013
Walter Carl Blankenship, 77, of Mansfield, died Monday, April 8, 2013 at Riverside
Methodist Hospital in Columbus. Born
June 20, 1935 in Swords Creek, VA, he was the son of Walter McKinley and Bessie Jane (Whitt) Blankenship.
Walter was a veteran of the U.S. Army and owned and operated Walt's
TV. He loved watching all sports and especially loved fishing and golfing.
Walter could even be seen mowing the grass at Coolridge Golf Course. Most of
all, he adored his grandchildren.
Walter is survived
by his wife of 52 years, Frances Blankenship of Mansfield; daughters, Lisa (Craig) Letang and Marie (Hobie) Prince, both of Mansfield and Amy (Mark) Jones of Huron; grandchildren, Adam Letang, Hollie Cole,
Katie Osborne, Ashley Elber, Heather Elber, and Ian Prince; great
grandchildren, Chase, Christian, and Cowen Cole and Jonathan Senko; brothers and sisters, Darlious Bandy of Shelby, Bob (Louise) Blankenship of Richmond, VA, Jay Blankenship and Margaret Brown,
both of Mansfield, and Doris Houchins of Richlands, VA; special
brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Ron and Connie Milligan of Upper Sandusky;
and several nieces and nephews.
Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers and sisters, Mary Whitcomb, Judy
Milligan, John Blankenship, and Buford Blankenship.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Mansfield, Richland Co., OH, Obituary
Published in the News Journal on May 26, 2013
Geraldine Kaufman, 91, of Mansfield, died Friday, May 24, 2013 at
Sterling House. Born May 17, 1922 in Mansfield, she was the daughter of Lee and
Mary Lucina (Simmons) Au.
She graduated from Lucas High School in May 1940 and in November of
the same year married Earl Kaufman with whom she celebrated 55 years of
marriage. Gerry loved her family and was an awesome mom. She also loved working
as a cook at Lincoln Heights Elementary. Throughout her life she was always
taking care of others. After her retirement she and Earl started a "coffee
shop" at St. Timothy Lutheran Church and were open three mornings a week.
Gerry was a member of St. Timothy Lutheran Church where for many years she was
in charge of the meals and the kitchen.
She is survived by her loving children, Priscilla (Sprague) Fry,
Luella Diday, Sheila (John) Pifer, Wes (Joyce) Kaufman and Audrey (Gary) Cook;
her grandchildren, Martin (Sally)
Sprang, Vanessa (Danny) Sprang, Matt (Renee) Blankenship, Todd (Kelly)
Blankenship, Jess (Sasha)
Keck, Chuck (Jessie) Ganson, Tyler (Cammie) Kaufman, Carrie (Mike) Zieber, Ben
(Janelle) Ganson, Lee Cook and Judd (Jessica) Cook; 17 great grandchildren; a
sister, Vivian (Jim) McNenny; two sisters-in-law, Peggy Au and Marie Au; and
many nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her
husband, Earl Kaufman and seven siblings, Dudley Au, Joe Au, Jim Au, Richard
Au, Betty Kessler, Dorothy Snyder and Martha Friday.
Graveside services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, May 28, 2013
at Mt. Zion Cemetery conducted by Rev. Bonnie Peltomaa. A service will follow
at 11:30 a.m. at St. Timothy Lutheran Church.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Mansfield, Richland
Co., OH, Obituary
Published in the News Journal on September 3, 2013
Darlious Bandy, 79, of
Mansfield, passed away Monday morning, September 2, 2013 at Shelby Pointe.
She was born September 17, 1933 to the late Bessie (Whitt) and Walter McKinley
Blankenship.
Her family, especially
her grandchildren, were most important in her life. Hosting holiday
celebrations with her extended family were a special joy. Darlious enjoyed
attending auctions and garage sales, listening to country music and was an avid
reader.
She is survived by four sons, Ernie
(Gina) Bandy, Jeff (Brenda) Bandy, Jerry (Cory) Bandy and Rick (Belinda) Bandy,
all of Mansfield; eight grandchildren, Nichole, Angela, Rob, Jeremy, Allie,
Aaron, Melody and Rachelle; fifteen great-grandchildren; two brothers, Robert Blankenship of Richmond, VA
and Jay
Blankenship of Mansfield; two sisters, Margaret Brown of Mansfield and Doris Houchins of
Richlands, VA; and numerous nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents, she was
preceded in death by her husband, Denzil Bandy; son, Michael Bandy; three brothers,
Buford, John and Walt Blankenship; and two sisters,
Mary Whitcomb and Judy Milligan.
The funeral service conducted by Rev.
Glenn Phillips will be held in the Ontario Home of Wappner Funeral Directors,
100 S. Lexington-Springmill Road, Thursday at 10:00 a.m. Burial will follow in
Mansfield Memorial Park.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Mansfield, Richland Co., OH, Obituary
Published in the News Journal on Sept. 3, 2014
Fred Edward Barr passed away Sunday morning, August 31, 2014 in
Hospice House in Ashland, [Boyd
Co., KY]. He was 77. He was born January 2, 1937 to the late Fred Edward,
Sr., & Alice J. (Ness) Barr in Mansfield.
On February 11, 1961, he married Karen D. Devers and together they
spent almost 50 wonderful years until she passed away in 2010. He cared
dutifully for Karen through 20 years of illness; taking his wedding vows very
seriously, he truly stood by her through sickness and health.
After graduating from Galion High School in 1955, Fred was proud to
serve his country as a member of the US Navy during the Cuban Missile Crisis.
He later worked for 32 years as a line foreman at Ohio Edison until his
retirement in 1994. He was business-minded and a hard worker, but above all he
cherished his family and grandkids. Fred instilled a great work ethic in them
not by instruction, but by example. In spare time, he carefully constructed an
extensive train set in his basement. Fred faithfully attended Diamond Hills Baptist
Church in Mansfield.
He is survived by his children
(and spouses): Robin (Peter) Wiggin, Debbie (Jim) Blankenship, and David Barr all of Mansfield; three grandchildren: Jessi Blankenship, Kelli (Brandon) Polak, and Hanna Barr;
and two great-grandsons: Brandon and Preston Polak.
In addition to his wife and parents, Fred was preceded in death by
two sisters: Beverly and Barbara.
The family will receive friends 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, September 4,
2014 in the Marion Avenue Snyder Funeral Home where a funeral service will be
held to honor his life 11 a.m. Friday. William J. Asher will officiate and
burial will follow in Mansfield Memorial Park with military honors performed by
Irvin Hiskey Post #535 of Bellville.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Mansfield, Richland Co., OH, Obituary
Published in the News Journal on Oct. 19, 2014
Freda May Phelps, 98, of Mansfield, passed away Thursday, October
9, 2014 following a lengthy illness. Freda was born March 12, 1916 in Dudley,
Ohio and was the daughter of the late Earl and Marie (Clements) Hutchins.
She had retired as a line worker from Westinghouse. A loving wife
and doting mother, May, as she was called, cared most
about her family. She was a friend to all and enjoyed sewing and baking. She
also enjoyed fishing, spending her later years on the lakes of Florida.
Freda is survived by her granddaughter,
Kelly Blankenship of Mansfield; one grandson, Jason Phelps
of Mansfield; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Along with her parents, Freda was preceded in death by her husband,
George Olen Phelps; one son, Thomas Phelps; and five siblings, Lynley Mead
Hutchins, Carl Hutchins, Bessie Hutchins Decker, Eddie Hutchins, and Oral
Hutchins.
Private graveside services will be held in Mansfield Memorial Park
on Tuesday, October 21, 2014 at 11:00 a.m.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Mansfield, Richland Co., OH, Obituary
Published in the News Journal on Nov. 16, 2014
Terry E. Burchfield, 60, of Mansfield, passed away on Wednesday,
November 12, 2014, following a brief illness. Terry was born on March 13, 1954,
in Mansfield, to Kenneth E. and Ruth M. (Beeler) Burchfield.
He was a member of Mayflower Congregation. He married Rilda (Watts)
Burchfield on April 6, 1990.Terry proudly served his
country in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam War. He was an avid motorcycle
rider, and had a gift for being able to fix any motorcycle. He was known for
being a handyman around the house as well, and loved to work on Cuckoo Clocks.
He is survived by his wife, Rilda; four children, David Kenneth
Burchfield, Jimi Allan (Suzanne) Shores, Madeline Marie Rome, and Terri Ashley
(Thomas) Thornton, all of Mansfield; eight grandchildren,
Bradley Burchfield, Zachary Rayos, Zackery Evan Rome, Ryelee Quinton Rome, Angelina Sky Blankenship, Paxon Michael Thornton, Jagger Thomas
Thornton, and Charlotte Isabella Thornton; two great-grandchildren; two
siblings, Thomas (Tammy) Burchfield of Bellvue and Beth (Joe) Marietta of
Mansfield; special cousin, Marvin Shores; special friend, Burt Myers; and
special canine buddy, Butter.
Terry was preceded in death by his parents; son-in-law, Edward
Leroy Rome Jr; and brother, Roger Burchfield.
Funeral services will follow at 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, November
19, 2014, at Werner-Gompf Funeral Services, LTD., 1106 Park Avenue East (St.
Rt. 430E), Mansfield, with Pastor Gary Wilson officiating. Burial will be in
Mansfield Cemetery, with full Military Honors being performed by the R.C. Joint
Veterans Burial Detail.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Shiloh, Richland Co., OH, Obituary
Published in the News Journal on March 3, 2013
James Orville Blankenship, age 86, resident of Shiloh, Ohio, passed away on Thursday,
February 28, 2013 at Samaritan Hospital in Ashland. He was born on August 3,
1926 in Cannel City, Kentucky to the late Wilburn and Letha (Spencer) Blankenship.
Jim was a WWII Navy veteran. After serving his country, he worked
at Martin Steel Corporation in Mansfield as a steel worker for many years, and
then went on to be a janitor at Shelby High School and Central Elementary
School. He was a member of the Temple of God Church of Shelby and enjoyed wood
working and hanging out with his morning group of friends at the McDonald's in
Willard.
He is survived by his loving wife
of 65 years, Mattie (Frisby) Blankenship; son and
daughter-in-law, Wayne and Linda Blankenship
of Macedonia, Ohio; three grandchildren,
Joshua (Kaitlin) Blankenship, Brian Blankenship and Kelly Blankenship; two sisters,
Gay Gillum and Laura Oney,
both of Shiloh; one son-in-law, Tom DeWalt of Texas; and numerous nieces and
nephews.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his daughter, Judy DeWalt; three brothers,
Kelly, Palmer and Troy Blankenship; and four sisters, Elizabeth
Blankenship, Gladys Frisby, Mae Frisby, and Zona
Oney.
Friends may call on Tuesday, March 5, 2013 from 5:00 to 8:00 PM at
the Secor Funeral Home in Plymouth, Ohio, where the funeral service will be
held on Wednesday, March 6, 2013 at 11:00 AM, with Pastor George Lewis and
Assistant Pastor John Montgomery officiating. Burial will follow in Mount Hope
Cemetery in Shiloh.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Ross
2013, Chillicothe, Ross Co., OH, Obituary
Published in the Chillicothe Gazette on June 10,
2013
Richard L. Davisson, born November 26, 1922, in Wellston, Ohio, the
only son of Lena (Lausch) and Richard M. Davisson, Richard came into a life
that would lead him to many great things through his ninety years.
He attended Wellston High School where he first gained his keen
interest and appreciation of sports, graduating in 1940. Soon after while
enrolled at The Rio Grande College he met his lifelong love and companion Hope
Wiseman. They were married February 10, 1946.
Like so many of the "Greatest Generation", Richard
enlisted in the military. During his years in the South Pacific he served his
country as an ammunition specialist, gunner's mate and radio operator. His
model airplane hobby as a teenager along with an acute sense of detail allowed
him to quickly identify, on sight, nearly every airplane flying the Pacific
skies during World War II for the U.S. Navy.
After the war, Richard finished the college education he had put on
hold while serving his country, at Ohio University, Athens, Ohio where he and
his new wife shared a tiny apartment. Their next move brought them to Richmond
Dale, Ohio. Here they made their home for 67 years and raised a family of three
children. (Their epitaph reads: Parents of Terri, Deke and Jim.) All surviving
and residents of Ross County, Teresa
L. (Jerry Blankenship), Richard E. "Deke" (Terry Kane)
and James R. (Debbie Weaver).
The spirit and soul of Richard L. Davisson passed into heaven on
June 8th, 2013 at 11:15 p.m. surrounded by family and friends who loved him
dearly. He will take his place once again alongside his wife Hope who ended
life's journey April 15, 2013. Richard (and Hope's) simple epita perhaps
reflects only what "they" thought of as their greatest accomplishment.
The days of their lives were filled also honoring God, Community, and Country.
Hope's and Richard's list of deeds and service is commendable by every
standard.
As a husband, father, teacher, coach and all the other titles and
roles taken on in life, he accepted and performed them with all his energy,
excitement, exuberance and endless dedication. His legacy must surely be his
positive influence to children. His own….and the other thousands he touched.
Still teaching and inspiring, far into the twilight of his years, to his
grandchildren, David R. (Lindita) Dilley, Amy L. (Joe) Hutchison, Natalie R.
(Robert) Ebert and Nicholas J. Davisson and great grandchildren, David Thomas
and Marina Christine Dilley and Carli Hope and Carter Rickey Hutchison.
Funeral services celebrating the wonderful life of Richard L.
Davisson will be held in the Richmond Dale United Methodist Church at 11 a.m.
on Thursday, June 13, 2013 with Pastor Joseph Barker officiating. Interment
will be in the Little Mound Cemetery where full military honors will be
conducted by the Ross County Veterans Honor Guard.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Chillicothe, Ross Co.,
OH, Obituary
Published in the Chillicothe Gazette on Jan. 4,
2014
Charles Jennings Joseph "C.J." Deffenbaugh, 28, of Chillicothe, died
unexpectedly at 10:22 p.m. Wednesday, January 1, 2014 at his residence. He was
born April 23, 1985, at St. Ann's Hospital in Westerville, OH, to Stephen M.
and Leah Wright Deffenbaugh of Chillicothe who survive.
Also surviving are a great uncle and aunt, Richard and Charlotte
Barthelmes, of Marion; a great aunt, Mary Ann Strausbaugh, of Chillicothe;
uncles and aunts, Joe and Sonia Deffenbaugh, of Chillicothe, Woody and Dianna
Wright, of Wellston, Lori Bentley, of Jackson and Elaine and John Basaraba, of
DeBary, FL; cousins, Adam
Deffenbaugh, Heather Cunningham, Chris and Beau Wright, Patricia Davis, Kim
Cann, Mandee Blankenship, Melissa Wright and Josh Bentley; loved
cousins, Morgan and Paige Wright.
He was predeceased by his grandparents, Ralph and Betty Deffenbaugh
and Paul and Beatrice Wright; and an uncle, Rick "Roodle" Wright.
C. J. was a graduate of Chillicothe High School and Pickaway Ross
Joint Vocational School. He had also attended classes at OUC. C.J. was a member
of St. Mary's Catholic Church. He loved working for Easter Seals, loved his
co-workers and was a compassionate caregiver. C.J. had also worked as an E.M.T.
and Firefighter. He was an avid bodybuilder and had competed in several NOBA
Competitions. C.J. was also involved in kickboxing and mixed martial arts at
the Chillicothe Academy of Mixed Martial Arts. He loved animals especially his
2 cats, Razor and Baby. C.J. was loved by his family and will be greatly
missed.
Funeral services will be held 1 p.m. Tuesday, January 7, 2014 in
the Ware Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Grandview Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Chillicothe, Ross Co.,
OH, Obituary
Published in the Chillicothe Gazette on Mar. 2,
2014
Audry J. Thompson, 65, of Chillicothe, died 1:20 p.m. Friday,
February 28, 2014 at her residence following an extended illness. She was born
July 27, 1948, in Mansfield, OH, to the late Leonard and Lola Seitz Fife.
Surviving are children, Laura L. Thompson and Angela J. Thompson
and fiance, Kirby Leisure, all of Chillicothe; numerous grandchildren and great
grandchildren; a brother, Martin (Judy) Fife, of Bristolville, OH; sisters, Lois (Roy) Blankenship, Bonnie (Philip) Parsons, Nina Miley and
fiance, Mike Downer, all of Galion, OH and Teresa Fife and fiance, Bobby; and
many nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews.
She was predeceased by sons, Robert M. and Adrian A. Thompson; a
daughter, Lisa J. Thompson; a brother, Lee Fife; and a sister, Darlene Fife.
Audry was a member of Liberty Baptist Church. She retired from
Frontier Community Services where she was a caregiver. Audry appreciated and
loved all her clients at Frontier. She had a big heart and her house was always
open for her family and anyone in need.
Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Tuesday, March 4, 2014 in the
Ware Funeral Home with Pastor Mike Montgomery officiating. Burial will follow
in Twin Township Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Richmond
Dale, Ross Co., OH, Obituary
Published in the Chillicothe Gazette on April 17,
2013
Hope W. Davisson Born October 23rd, 1924, in the small community of
Cadmus, Ohio, an eighth generation direct descendent of Isaac Wiseman I, and
the second daughter of Alice (Clyse) and Ernest N. Wiseman, Hope began her
journey through her wonderful life of 88 years.
She attended Rio Grande High School and graduated as class
salutatorian in 1942. Shortly thereafter she met the love of her life, Richard
L. Davisson while he attended Rio Grande College. Their life-long romance began
and after Richard's naval service they were married on February 10, 1946. He
survives. Hope had married a man with a great love of athletics. When he
started a coaching career at Southeastern High School, she became the one who
washed and mended the uniforms of all of the sports teams. Essentially taking
on the job as equipment manager and completely supporting her husband's career
in everything he did.
Their love and marriage grew as they gave life to three grateful
and loving children, Teresa L. (Jerry) Blankenship,
Richard E. "Deke" (Terry) Kane and James R. (Debbie) Weaver, all of
Ross County.
The family made their home in Richmond Dale, Ohio and when the
children had grown to school age, Hope took her management and organizational
skills to a higher level on the books as clerk-treasurer for the Southeastern
Local School District. Hope's love of God brought her to membership in the
Richmond Dale United Methodist Church for more than 65 years. She served as
pianist, organist, choir director and on numerous
committees taking on as many other duties as she could so the church ran
smoothly. Ice Cream Suppers, Bible School and Christmas programs were some of
her favorites.
The soul and spirit of Hope Davisson passed into heaven on the
beautiful morning of April 15, 2013 at 10:15 a.m., peacefully at home, as she
had wished, with her family surrounding her.
She follows her sisters Betty Brown and Rosena Reese and her
brothers Merrill and Harold Wiseman, to her place in heaven. They await one
sibling, John Wiseman of Point Pleasant, West Virginia.
Hope Davisson's life was a model of the "Greatest
Generation". Accepting every challenge, she gave to it all her vigor and
optimism. Only wishing for it all to last just a little bit longer with those
she loved.
Hope's extended family includes four grandchildren, David R.
(Lindita) Dilley, Amy (Joe) Hutchison, Natalie (Robert) Ebert and Nicholas
Davisson. Her great grandchildren are David Thomas and Marina Christine Dilley
and Carli Hope and Carter Ricky Hutchison.
Funeral services, celebrating Hope's life, will be held 1 p.m.
Friday, April 19, 2013 in the Richmond Dale United Methodist Church with Pastor
Joseph Barker officiating. Burial will follow in Little Mound Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Sandusky
2013, Clyde, Sandusky Co., OH, Obituary
Published in the News-Messenger on Nov. 18, 2013
Debra E. Caldwell, 53 of Clyde, OH passed away on Saturday,
November 16, 2013 at her home surrounded by her family. She was born October 6,
1960 in Union City, IN, the daughter of Jack Horner and Nancy Blankenship.
Debra was a 1979 graduate of Fremont Ross High School. She married
David Caldwell in 1979 at St. Mark's Lutheran Church and he survives.
Debra worked as a Nurses Aide at Elmwood Nursing Home in Green
Springs, OH before choosing to become a homemaker to take care of her family.
She was a member of Journey Church and a member of the New York Institute of
Photography. She enjoyed crafts, art, painting, photography and loved the
outdoors which she enjoyed with her husband.
Debra is survived by her husband of thirty-four years, David
Caldwell, Clyde, OH; children, Jason Caldwell and Jedediah Caldwell, both of
Clyde, OH; grandchildren, Serenity and Jaedyn Caldwell; sister, Sandy Ramirez,
Broken Bow, OK and step sister, Lessa Twist of Florida.
She was preceded in death by her parents and brother, Ross.
Memorial Service: Wednesday, November 20, 2013, 3:00 pm at Horvath
Hanes Funeral Home and Crematory, 211 N. Broadway St, Green Springs, OH, with
Pastor Ken Dechant officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Clyde, Sandusky Co., OH, Obituary
Sandusky Register (OH) Date: December 19, 2014
Orpha Yates, 75,
Clyde, passed away Friday, Dec. 19, 2014, in Firelands Hospital, Sandusky. She
was born Feb. 9, 1939, in Phelps, Ky., the daughter of Harless and Rosa Lee (Blankenship) Whitt.
Orpha was a homemaker. Her life revolved around her family and her
Christianity. She loved to sing and praise Jesus.
She is survived by her husband, Roosevelt Yates, whom she married
Nov. 29, 1957, in Lebanon, Va.; daughters, Sandra (Charles J.) Stanley of
Huron, Sheila Buchanan of Bellevue, Linda Sue Burkhart of Bellevue and Crystal
(Larry) Kessler of Castalia; 11 grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren;
brother, Lloyd Whitt of Phelps; and sister, Julia Wiswell of Clyde.
She was preceded in death by her parents; five brothers and two
sisters; and grandson, Jesse Ellison.
A funeral service will be 11 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 23, at the Funeral
Home and Cremation Service, 504 E. McPherson Highway, Clyde, with the Rev. Gene
Paul officiating. Burial will follow in McPherson Cemetery, Clyde.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Green Springs, Sandusky Co., OH, Obituary
Published in the News-Messenger on September 24, 2013
John "Fred" F. Hill, 82, of Green Springs, OH passed away
on Sunday, September 22, 2013 at his home. He was born on November 12, 1930 in
Findlay, OH, the son of Walter Myron and Lottie (Yokum) Hill.
He married Evelyn Ferres on July 7, 1989 in Durant, OK and she
preceded him in death on October 15, 2010.
John served in the U.S. Army from 1951 to 1953 with the 82nd
Airborne during the Korean Conflict where he trained soldiers for battle. He
worked as a steeple jack after the service. John worked as a Truck Driver for
many years; most recently for Miarer Transportation. He also worked for the
Village of Green Springs in the Maintenance Department. John was a member of
the Green Springs American Legion. He loved to drive his truck and tinker. John
enjoyed outdoor activities, woodworking and loved spending time with his
grandchildren.
John is survived by his children, Juanita (Paul) Marinoff, Fremont,
OH, Kimberly Kincaid, Green Springs, OH, Avis Cole, Bellevue, OH, Alan
(Michelle) Hill, Green Springs, OH, Gregg Hill, Sherman, TX and their mother,
Wavalene Slane-Carlson, Fremont, OH; step-children,
Jimmy Carrick, Mt. Vernon, OH, Rhonda (Keith) Unkefer, Marblehead, OH, Pat
(Diane) Giannini, Houston, TX, Robin (Glen) Chaney, Garland, TX, Dean (Lisa)
Schiller, Jr., Oak Harbor, OH, Ruth
Anne (Shannon) Blankenship, Pt. Clinton, OH; siblings, Melvin Hill,
Sr., Sycamore, OH, Ivan Hill, Sr., Tiffin, OH, James Hill, Fremont, OH, Ruth
Wise, Green Springs, OH; 30 grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Evelyn Hill;
daughter, Lottie Lee Hill; siblings, William, David, Myron and Barbara Hill;
and a grandson.
Service: Thursday, September 26, 2013, 11:00 am at the Horvath
Hanes funeral home and Crematory, 211 N. Broadway St, Green Springs, OH, with
Pastor Ben Patrick officiating. Burial: Green Springs Cemetery
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Green Springs, Sandusky Co., OH, Obituary
Published in the News-Messenger on July 8, 2014
Eunice Cooper, 85, of Green Springs passed away at her home on
Saturday, July 5, 2014. She was born in Corbin, KY on September 4, 1928 to Rube
and Sophia (Baker) Manning.
On July 10, 1959 she married Louis W. Cooper in Fremont. Eunice
worked at General Electric in Bellevue for 37 years. She was an economical
engineer who enjoyed gardening, cooking and taking care of her pets, especially
her little Chi Chi.
Surviving are children, Larry (Theresa) Eichhorn of Ridgeland,
Miss., Cathy (John) Pasch of Fremont, Carol Scherf of Tiffin, and James
(Connie) Jones of Fremont; ten great-grandchildren; and siblings, Nora Blankenship of
Batavia and Sophia Foos of KY.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Louis; son, Dale Eichhorn;
and siblings, Margaret Campbell and Carrie Biggs.
Funeral services will be held on Friday at the
Herman-Kinn-Karlovetz Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Fremont, beginning at 11:00a.m. with one
hour of visitation starting prior to the service at 10a.m. Susann Robitski
Zimmerman will officiate. Burial will follow at Greenlawn Memory Gardens.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Scioto
2013, Lucasville, Scioto Co., OH, Obituary
Portsmouth Daily Times (OH) - June 25, 2013
Susie Keller, 92, of Lucasville, died Sunday, June 23, 2013, at
Southern Ohio Medical Center Emergency Room [Portsmouth, Scioto Co., OH]. She was born April 28, 1921, in
Lucasville, a daughter of the late Charles Leonard and Lena Sturgill Luckett.
Susie was a retired businesswoman and owner of Cornett Construction
remaining active in the business until the age of 85. She was a lifelong member
of Pine Grove Church and a 1940 Valley High School graduate.
She was also preceded in death by her husband, M. Farl Keller,
1974; two brothers, Basil and John William Luckett; three sisters, Garnet Marie
Tinsley, Wilda Jean Luckett, and Tilda Jane Luckett; as well as Ralph Luckett
and Charles Edward Tinsley who were also raised by her parents.
Susie is survived by three daughters, Merleen (Don) Ruby of
Fairfield, Ohio, Kae Luckett of Johnstown, Debra (David) Chatfield of Bowling
Green, Ohio; two sons, Jeffrey (Maria) Keller of Lucasville and Cole (Diana)
Keller of Wheelers-burg; grandchildren,
Brent Ruby, Brian Ruby, Melissa McVey, Kevin Blankenship ,
Col. Dale Blankenship , Jason
Keller, Dr. Drew Keller, Isaiah Keller, Evan Martin, Josh Chatfield, Dr. Seth
Chatfield, Colby Keller, and Shane Jenkins; 18 great-grandchildren; seven
great-great-grandchildren; and one sister, Charlene Luckett Hull of
Westerville. Susie remained active and engaged during her retirement. She
enjoyed an active role in her church where she loved the music and family
activities.
Funeral services will be conducted 11 a.m. Saturday, June 29, 2013,
at Pine Grove Church with Don Ruby and Jesse Osborne officiating. Burial will
follow in Harger Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Lucasville, Scioto Co., OH, Obituary
Published in The Daily Times from Jan. 28 to Jan.
29, 2014
Carl Edwin Copas, 79, of Lucasville, died Tuesday, January 28,
2014, at his residence. He was born Sept. 3, 1934, in Lucasville, a son of the
late Donald "Jim" and Sarah Ellen Crabtree Copas. Carl was a retired
foreman from Brown Steel in Columbus and former owner and operator of Copas
Grocery on Duck Run.
He is survived by his wife,
Mary Blankenship Copas, whom he married Dec. 29, 1975 in
Columbus; six daughters, Sandy (Jeff) Goddard of Waverly, Elena (Vernon) Wiles
of Canal Winchester, Toni Ellsworth, Tammy (Bill) Pugh, both of Pennsylvania,
Lynn (Randy) Tomblin of Lucasville, and Carla (Jason) Blair of McDermott; five
sons, Rick (Monnie) Copas of Pataskala, Kenny (Sherry) Ward, Fred Ward, Charlie
(Carline) Ward, all of Columbus, Rodney (Karen) Blankenship of McDermott; 28 grandchildren; 40
great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; two brothers Ronal Copas
and Bobby Copas, both of McDermott; one sister, Lois Love of Pickerington; many
nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by one granddaughter, Michelle
Blankenship; and one brother,
Virgil Copas.
Funeral services will be conducted at noon Friday, Jan. 31, 2014,
at the Christ's Restoration Church in Pine Lane Lucasville with Elders Don
Mottashed and Mike Chaffin officiating. Burial will follow in Scioto Burial
Park.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Lucasville, Scioto Co., OH, Obituary
Published in The Daily Times from Aug. 18 to
Aug. 19, 2014
Ruth Joene May, 82,
of Lucasville, went to be with her Lord and Savior Saturday, Aug. 16, 2014 at
Southern Ohio Medical Center, [Portsmouth,
Scioto Co., OH]. She was born Sept. 22, 1931 in
Lucasville, a daughter of the late Orville and Edith Parsons Blankenship.
She was also preceded in death by her granddaughter, Kelly Euton
Bowling, 2004.
Ruth was a homemaker, former co-owner of May's grocery in
Lucasville and a former employee of Selby's Shoes. She was a member of Center
Street Church in Lucasville and would have been married to her husband 67 years
this September. She will be missed dearly.
She is survived by her husband, Ernest Eugene May, whom she married
Sept. 20, 1947 in Russell, Ky.; one son, Dennis (Sandy) May of Lucasville; one
daughter, Crystal May (Mark) Chamberlin of Wheelersburg; three grandchildren,
Nikki (Dwayne) Spradlin, Luke (Miranda) May, and Travis (Heather) Euton; five
great-grandchildren, Keldon, Kyndall, Kelsey, Talan, and Easton; four
step-grandchildren, Heath, Crystal, Tiffany, and Stephanie; five step
great-grandchildren, Caden, Zander, Cameron, Ethan, and Tres; two sisters, Connie
Weaver of Lucasville and Corene Callender of Logan; and one brother, Arnold Blankenship of Lucasville.
Funeral services will be conducted 11 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 20, 2014
at the McKinley Funeral Home in Lucasville with Phil Howard officiating. Burial
will follow in Lucasville Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Minford, Scioto Co., OH, Obituary
Published in The Daily Times from Mar. 21 to
Mar. 22, 2014
Betty June Blankenship, 65, of Minford, went to be with the Lord, Thursday, March 20,
2014, at Southern Ohio Medical Center [Portsmouth, Scioto Co., OH]. Born April 25, 1948, in Scioto County, a
daughter of the late Noah W. and Edna Fannin Locher, she was a Nurse's Aide at
SOMC and Golden Years for many years, and she was a member of Minford Church of
the Nazarene.
She is survived by one son,
Todd (Dawn) Blankenship of Minford; daughter,
Tami (Tom) Martin of Minford; five grandchildren, Kaitlyn Blankenship, Ashley Blankenship,
Luke Blankenship, Hannah Martin and Noah Martin; one
brother, David (Inga) Locher of Rubyville; one sister, Wilma (John) Relich of Westerville;
special niece, Sheila Harmon, and special nephew, Jason Locher.
Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Tuesday, March 25,
2014, at Minford Church of the Nazarene with Pastor Mark Bales officiating.
Burial will be at Sunset Memorial Gardens in Franklin Furnace.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, New Boston, Scioto Co., OH, Obituary
Published in The Daily Times from Aug. 4 to Aug.
5, 2014
Robert David Montgomery, 42, of New Boston, died unexpectantly at
the Southern Ohio Medical Center, [Portsmouth, Scioto Co., OH,]. Born on March 30, 1972 in Portsmouth, he
was a son of Robert and Karen Dodds Montgomery, was a graphic designer for
seven years at MP Printing in New Boston and a member of Christ United
Methodist Church in Sciotoville.
"Hawaiian Dave", a longtime concessionaire, was a member
of the River Days Committee and Beaver Oktoberfest Committee. He was very
talented and gifted, and "Big Bubby" was an awesome uncle.
Preceding Dave in death was his mother, Karen Dodds Montgomery and
grandparents, Carole and Charles Dodds and Rosa Lykins Montgomery.
Surviving are his wife, Mindy Williams Montgomery, a daughter,
Regan Diane Montgomery, his father and stepmother, Robert (Sandy) Montgomery of
Minford, a sister, Angela (Rick) Montgomery-Blankenship of Pedro, and nephews,
Michael Carter, Joel Utsinger, Brad
Blankenship and Brandon Blankenship.
A Celebration of Life will be held at noon on Monday, August 4,
2014 at Christ United Methodist Church with Rev. Mark Bales and Rev. John
Richards officiating under the direction of the Brant Funeral Service in
Sciotoville.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Otway, Scioto Co., OH, Obituary
Portsmouth Daily Times (OH) Date: December 13, 2014
Russell G. Hoffer, age 84, of S.R. 73, Otway, Ohio, died 7:50 P.M.
Thursday, December 11, 2014 at the Ohio State University Medical Center in Columbus, [Franklin Co., OH]. He was born February 12, 1930 in Rarden,
Ohio, a son of the late Cloice and Opal Evans Hoffer.
On October 7, 1948 he was united in marriage to Alma Louise Euton
Hoffer who survives. Also surviving are one son, Marc Edward Hoffer and wife
Tracy of McDermott, Ohio; two daughters, Barbara Jo Hansen and husband Jeff of
McDermott, Ohio, and Gwen Elaine Luther of New Boston, Ohio; six grandchildren,
Emily Hoffer, Aaron Craig, Kari Skaggs and husband Nick, William Luther, Ryan
Luther, and Bekah Howard and husband Daulton; one great grandson, Brian Paul
Skaggs; one brother, Donald R. Hoffer and wife Alice of Otway; and one sister, Wanda K. Blankenship of Otway, Ohio.
He was preceded in death by his parents and one sister, Doris A.
Smalley.
He was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, friend, and
neighbor. Russell was the former operator of Hoffer's Garage in Rarden, Ohio,
was employed by Pyper Construction Company of Dayton, Ohio, was a member of
Operating Engineers Local #18, was a member of the American Legion Post #23,
and was an Army veteran of the Korean Conflict.
Funeral services will be 1:00 P.M. Wednesday at the Henley Baptist
Church. Burial will follow in Euton Cemetery with military graveside services
by the American Legion, Wm. A. Baker Post #363, of Lucasville, Ohio.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Portsmouth, Scioto Co., OH, Obituary
Published in The Daily Times from Oct. 18 to
Oct. 19, 2013
Wanda Blankenship,
68, of Portsmouth, passed away Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2013, at SOMC Hospice.
A memorial service will be 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 23, 2013, at
Forest Heights Community Center in Forest Heights.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Shelby
2013, Sidney, Shelby Co., OH, Obituary
Shirley L. Midlam age 59, of Sidney, Ohio and formerly of Ansonia,
Ohio passed away at 7:20 A.M. on Tuesday, November 26, 2013 at her residence.
Shirley was born May 9, 1954 in Sidney, Ohio to the late Lawrence E. &
Venus (Hoy) Deal.
Shirley is survived by her husband, Ronald L. "Slug"
Midlam whom she married May 8, 1994; daughters & sons-in-law, Chantel &
John Steele of Sidney, Ohio, Billie Jo Jones of St. Albans, West Virginia,
Christina Midlam & fiancé, Billy Mason of Anderson, Alabama, Samantha
Midlam & Cory Barber of Greenville, Ohio and Jessica & Justin Weedman
of Concord, North Carolina; grandchildren, Alex Steele, Josh Steele, Justin
Steele, Cassie Steele, Brittani Vanover, Jackie McIntosh, Sebastian McIntosh,
Angel McIntosh, Laswan McIntosh, Emmra McIntosh, Abby Barber, Lyllee Barber,
Aidan Barber, Hunter Weedman and Natalie Weedman; brother, Paul Deal Sr. of
Sidney, Ohio; sisters &
brother-in-law, Sue & Mike Elliot of Sidney, Ohio and Delores Blankenship of Sidney, Ohio; sisters-in-law, Barbara
Deal of Zaleski, Ohio and JoAnn Deal of Union City, Ohio; brother-in-law, Garry
Fenton of Saratoga, Indiana; and numerous nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents, Shirley is also preceded in death by
her brothers, Larry, James, Richard, Jerry and infant Robert L. Deal; and
sisters, Linda Fenton and infant Shelby Jean Deal.
A memorial service will be held at the convenience of the family.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014,
Sidney, Shelby Co., OH, Obituary
http://obituaries.expressionstributes.com/?m=2c25340888&prnt=1
Patricia Sue Blankenship, age 70, of Sidney, died at 12:20 P.M. on Tuesday, August 26,
2014, at Wilson Memorial Hospital. She was born in Troy on October 28, 1943 to
the late Samuel and Elva (Stubbs) Spence.
On May 11, 1971 in Piqua, she married
Buddy D. Blankenship, Sr. He preceded her in death on May 18, 2004.
Patricia is survived by two sons: Michael Mowery, Sidney, OH, and
Jeff Mowery, Sidney, OH; two daughters: Belinda Huff, Fletcher, OH, and Candra
Earls, Sidney, OH; five step sons: Buddy Dean Blankenship, Jr., Lockington, OH, Robert Blankenship, FL, Charles Blankenship,
Sidney, OH, Roger Blankenship, Sidney, OH, and Tony Blankenship, WV; one step daughter: Robin
Blankenship, WV; two brothers:
Tom Waymire, Huber Heights, OH, and Dale Waymire, Greenville, OH; thirty three
grandchildren and nineteen great grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by two sisters.
Patricia was a practical nurse for over 30 years. She liked to work
on word puzzles and watch the cooking channels on television.
Private services will be held at the convenience of the family.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
SSDI: Blankenship,
Buddy B., 66, 24Mar1938 - 18May2004, Sidney, Shelby, OH, WV-235-56-9691
+2014, Sidney, Shelby Co., OH, Obituary
Published in Sidney Daily News from Sept. 5
to Sept. 6, 2014
Buddy Blankenship,
56, of Sidney, died Friday, Sept. 5, 2014, at at 12:25 p.m. Kindred Hospital in
Dayton, [Montgomery Co., OH].
Arrangements are pending at Adams Funeral Home.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Sidney, Shelby Co., OH, Obituary
Published in Sidney Daily News from Sept. 7
to Sept. 8, 2014
Buddy D. Blankenship Jr., age 56, of Sidney died on Friday, Sept. 5, 2014, at Kindred
Hospital in Dayton, [Montgomery Co., OH]. He was born on Sept. 13, 1957, to the
late Bud and Betty (Cooper) Blankenship Sr.
Buddy is survived by one daughter
and son-in-law, Crystal and Avan Mullins, Van, West Virginia; his
companion, Donna Campbell, Sidney, Ohio; six siblings, Bobby
Blankenship, Charleston, West
Virginia, Roger Blankenship,
Sidney, Ohio, Charlie (Mary)
Blankenship, Sidney, Tony (Cynthia) Blankenship, Dunbar, West Virginia and Robin Blankenship, Miami, Florida; and three grandchildren:
Gage and Darien Wilson and Alivia Mullins.
He was preceded in death by one son, Billy
Blankenship.
Buddy worked construction all his adult life. His specialty was
doing concrete work.
Private graveside services will be held at a later date.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Sidney, Shelby Co.,
OH, Obituary
Published in Sidney Daily News from Sept. 12
to Sept. 13, 2014
Della M. Blankenship, 76 [1938], of Sidney, passed away on Thursday,
Sept. 11, 2014, at Miami Valley Hospital in Dayton [Montgomery Co., OH].
Funeral arrangements are pending at Salm-McGill and Tangeman
Funeral Home in Sidney.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Sidney, Shelby Co., OH, Obituary
http://www.salm-mcgillandtangemanfh.com/obits/obituary.php?id=621230
Della M. Blankenship,
76, 214 Doorley Road, Apt. F, Sidney, Ohio, passed away on Thursday, Sept. 11,
2014, at 4:20 p.m. at Miami Valley Hospital [Dayton, Montgomery Co., OH], from injuries from a fall. She was born
Sept. 20, 1937, in Clearfield, Tennessee, the daughter of late Dewey and Maggie
(Moore) Strunk.
She is survived by three children, James (Tony) Knott and wife,
Connie, of Sidney, Ohio, Susan Smith, of Sidney, Ohio, and Patricia Russom, of
Sidney, Ohio; a brother, Roger Strunk and wife, Josie, of Sidney, Ohio; a
sister, Jessie Standfield, of Sidney, Ohio; 11 grandchildren, Nathan McBride
and fiancé, Shanda Joyce, of Sidney, Ohio, Melanie McBride, of Sidney, Ohio,
Trista McNabb and husband, Josh, of Sidney, Ohio, Keisha Lambdin, of Tennessee,
Dwayne Knott and wife, Christina, of Sidney, Ohio, MaLisha Daniel and fiancé,
Chris Rigel, of Sidney, Ohio, Roxanne Knott, of Sidney, Ohio, Ronald Smith III,
of Tennessee, and James Daniel, Tyler Joyce and Cody Joyce, all of Sidney; 11
great-grandchildren; four nephews and five nieces.
Mrs. Blankenship had worked at the Sidney Tanning Company for many
years and also was a nurse's aide for Shelby County Home Health. She was a
member of the Russell Road Christian Center in Sidney and attended Our Father's
House regularly. She collected lighthouses and angels. She was the monarch of
the family.
Funeral services will be held on Thursday, Sept. 18, 2014, at 4
p.m. at Russell Road Christian Center, 340 W. Russell Road, Sidney, Ohio, with
Pastor Fred Gillenwater. Cremation services will take place after the funeral
services.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Stark
2013, Canton, Stark Co., OH, Obituary
Published in The Repository on February 10, 2013
James Anderson, 64, of Canton passed away Monday, Feb, 4, 2013 at
Aultman Hospital. James was born in Rock, W.Va. on April 20, 1948, the son of
the late Robert and Pauline (Baughan) Blackwell.
He is survived by two daughters,
Sherry Anderson of Canton, Pauline
Blankenship of Orrville; one
son, James Anderson of Canton; two sisters, Thelma Simmons, Frances Partlow,
both of Canton; two brothers, Roger Blackwell of Canton, Jr. Blackwell of
Bluefield, W.Va.; and five grandchildren.
All services will be private.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Canton, Stark Co., OH, Obituary
Published in The Repository on Nov. 2, 2014
David Risaliti, Age 76, of Canton, Ohio, passed away on Saturday,
Oct. 25, 2014. He was born in Canton, Ohio, on Oct. 29, 1937, to the late Jerry
and Carmel (Peteroli) Risaliti.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his
brothers, Jerry and John, and grandchild,
Jesse Blankenship.
David is survived by his wife, Joyce (Howard-Miller); daughters,
Cindy Green, of Scotsdale, Ariz, Tina Risaliti, of Canton, Ohio, Theresa (Tim)
Hoover, of San Carlos, Calif., and Tammy Risaliti, of Canton, Ohio; seven grandchildren;
eleven great -grandchildren; sisters, Ida (Ron) Yeager, of Tennessee, Mary Jo
(Chad) Vance, of Arizona, and Anna (Dave) Gatto, of Canton, Ohio; and brothers,
Sam (Brenda) Risaliti, of Missouri and Tim Risaliti, of Canton, Ohio.
Per David's wishes, cremation has taken place and there are no
calling hours planned. A celebration of David's life will be held at the VFW
Post #3747 (1935 Avalon Ave. NE, Canton, OH 44705) on Sunday, Nov. 9, 2014,
from 3-5 p.m.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Louisville, Stark Co., OH, Obituary
Published in The Times Reporter on May 9, 2013
Ann "Omi" (Wieland) W. Competti age 85 of Louisville,
passed away peacefully after a long battle with cancer. Born in St. Martin,
Austria to the late Roman and Katarina Wieland, she was preceded in death by
son, Thomas in 2003, two sisters and one brother. An area resident since 1963
she was a member of St. Paul Catholic Parish of North Canton.
She is survived by her husband of 55 years, Thomas Competti; children, Linda and Daniel Zust of
Richfield, Ramona and Jim Blankenship of
Norcross, Ga., Jim and Rashawna Competti of Columbus; daughter-in-law, Debra
Competti of Canton; seven grandchildren, Daniel, Lindsey, Emily, Allison,
Zachary, Thomas, Ashley; two great-grandchildren, Isabella and James; three
sisters; and one brother.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday at 12:30
p.m. at St. Paul Catholic Parish in North Canton with Rev. Fr. Stephen Zeigler,
celebrant. Interment will be in Calvary Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Magnolia, Stark Co., OH, Obituary
Published in The Times Reporter on Dec. 11, 2013
David L. Mathey, Age 75, of Magnolia, lost a hard fought battle
with esophageal cancer on Saturday evening, Dec. 7, 2013. He went home to be
with the Lord where he will reunite with those who went before him. He was born
in Massillon, Ohio on Feb. 18, 1938, to the late Alphonse and Mary (Laughlin) Mathey.
Dave graduated from Massillon Washington High School in 1956 and
attended the University of Akron. He worked for many years at The Timken
Company, followed by White Engines and ended his career at the Swagelok
Companies. Dave was a man of many talents. He could accomplish anything he set
out to do. He built a barn and large additions on two of the homes he owned. He
was that unique individual who could not only design something but build it as
well. He did complete restorations on cars and antique tractors, rode
motorcycles and held his private pilot's license. He loved anything that flew.
He built and flew a CGS Hawk ultralight, rode in the Goodyear blimp, and even
took a flight on a B29. He was formerly a member of Faith Lutheran Church, Huff
Run Watershed, AMA model airplane club, Harley HOG, and the NRA. He was known
by his many friends and neighbors as "The Sheriff" in recognition of
his daily "patrols" of the Magnolia and Mineral City area. He made
many friends in the area after he purchased the home on Jennie Brick Road which
was originally built by his great-great-grandfather in 1840, and lovingly
restored by him. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his
brother, Charles Mathey and his son, Daniel David Mathey.
He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Linda (Crites) Mathey; his
daughter and son-in-law, Laurie and Keith Wetter, of Carrollton, Ohio; his son
and daughter-in-law, Donald (Doug) and Barbara Mathey, of Massillon, Ohio; and
his four granddaughters, Sara
Wetter, Hannah Wetter, Tiffany (Pat) Packer, and Christina Blankenship; one great-grandson, Aiden Blankenship; his aunt, Patricia Amstutz, of Canton;
sisters-in-law, Barbara (Larson) Mathey, of Melbourne, Fla., Carol (Crites)
Anile and her husband, Dom, of Henderson, Nev.; brothers-in law, Clifford
Crites and his wife, Pat, of Westfield Center, Ohio, and William Crites and his
wife, Edith, of Greensburg, Pa.; as well as 11 nieces and nephews.
Services will be held Saturday at 11 a.m. in the Finefrock-Gordon
Funeral Home in Magnolia with his godson, Deacon David Nethery officiating.
Interment will be in Greenlawn Cemetery in Sandyville.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Massillon, Stark Co., OH, Obituary
Published in The Repository on Feb. 19, 2014
James P. Slicker, age 91, of Massillon, passed away Monday, Feb.
17, 2014. James was born on June 6, 1922 in Massillon the son of the late Leo
and Carrie (Ringleb) Slicker.
He was a lifelong resident of Massillon and a 1941 graduate of
Washington High School. Jim was a U.S. Navy veteran and served our country
during World War II. He worked at the Timken Co., Griscom Russell Corp. and the
Eaton Corp. as a Tool and Die maker. He later taught Machine Shop at Willoughby
East Lake North School and then Washington High School until he retired in
1983. He was a member of St. Barbara's Catholic Church, K of C and the American
Legion Post #221. Jim loved to boat and camp along the Ohio River and explore its boundaries. He was co-owner of Rocky Pine
Campground at Salt Fork State Park. Jim loved landscaping, playing cards and
dancing.
Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by his daughter,
Catherine L. Slicker; his sister, Florence O'Neil; and his brother, Edward
Slicker.
He is survived by his wife, Phyllis Ann (Pettay) Slicker, whom he
married on June 16, 1945; his son, Don (Marilyn) Slicker; his daughter, Dena (Gene Blankenship) DeVaughn; his
grandchildren, Andrea (Mike) Thompson, Becky (Andy) Newman, Sarah (Shawn)
Arbuckle and Dustin (Allyson) DeVaughn; his great-grandchildren, Madeline,
Alaina, and Shirley; and his sisters, Mary Moll and Evelyn Graham.
A gathering for family and friends will be held at St. Barbara's
Catholic Church in the Parish Life and Banquet Center on Thursday, Feb. 20,
2014 at 1 p.m. A private service will be held at Rose Hill Memorial Gardens
Chapel for immediate family.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Massillon, Stark
Co., OH, Obituary
Published in The Repository (Canton, OH)on Apr. 23, 2014
Phyllis Ann Slicker, L.P.N. 88, died of a broken heart on Saturday,
April 19, 2014 unexpectedly two months after the death of her husband, whom she
accompanied everywhere. She was born in Sebring on Jan. 7, 1926 to the late
Donald and Grace (Shipman) Pettay.
Phyllis was a graduate of Washington High School, Class of 1943 and
The Washington High School Evening Nursing Class and worked at many doctors'
offices in the area but was best known as Dr. Phyllis for the work that she did
at Dr's. Underwood and Kovac's office in Navarre. She
retired in 1989 but never lost contact with her many friends that she made
while nursing.
On June 16, 1945 she married the late James P. Slicker and started
their 68 years together. They spent their time along the Ohio River camping,
boating, sun bathing, traveling, ballroom dancing and socializing. In 1976 they
moved their social times to Rocky Pine Campground at Salt Fork State Park. She
was a member of St. Barbara's Catholic Church, the L.P.N. Association and the
St. Barbara's Women's Club.
She is survived by her children,
Dena (Gene Blankenship) DeVaughn of Massillon and Don (Marilyn)
Slicker of Cincinnati; grandchildren, Andrea (Mike) Thompson, Becky (Andy)
Newman, Sarah (Shawn) Arbuckle and Dustin (Allyson) DeVaughn;
great-grandchildren, Shirley, Madeline and Alaina and a sister.
She is also preceded in death by a daughter, Catherine L. Slicker
and a brother.
Following a family service at Rose Hill Memorial Gardens a
Celebration of Life service will be held at the St. Barbara's Catholic Church
in the Parish Life and Banquet Center at noon on Friday, April 25, 2014.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Summit
2013, Akron, Summit Co.,
OH, Obituary
Published in Akron Beacon Journal (OH) on August 18, 2013 -
Jeffrey M. Edmiston, 57, passed away
August 15, 2013. Born in Portsmouth, Virginia, Jeffrey has lived in the Akron
area for most of his life. He was employed as a welder for 30 years.
He was preceded in death by his brother,
Steven.
He is survived by his daughters, Felecia
(Chris) Langley of North Carolina, Deanna (Tom) Morrow of Akron, and Alexis
Edmiston of Tallmadge; mother, Jocelyn Livingston of Tallmadge; grandchildren, Logan,
Joshua, Zachary, Madison, Lucas, and Lilly; extended family, Brenda Edmiston,
Bill and Jean Blankenship, and many friends.
Memorial services will be 11:45 a.m.
Sunday, August 18, 2013 at Unity Church of Light, 503 Northwest Ave.,
Tallmadge.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Akron, Summit Co., OH, Obituary
Published in Akron Beacon Journal on Mar. 13,
2014
Marian I. Tobias, passed away March 12,
2014. She was born in Akron, Ohio to the late Charles and Evelyn (Pinney)
Webster.
Marian was a graduate of Central High School, Hammel Business
College and also attended the University of Akron. She was a long time member
of Family of Faith Church, Akron Women's City Club, Charter member American
Business Women's Association, and past President of Altrusa Club of Akron.
Marian and Lewis owned the successful Tobias Photography Studio for 35 years.
She traveled the world, visiting 44 different countries.
Preceded in death by her husband of 57 years, Lewis
Tobias; and brother, Robert.
She will be dearly missed by her twin daughters, Karen Robinson and
Kay (William) Johnson; grandchildren,
David, Gary and Mark Robinson, Scott Johnson and Sharon (Ross) Blankenship; great-grandchildren, Andrew, Bridget,
Kyle, Ashley, Morgan, Josh, Ethan, Joel, and Benjamin; and many loving family
and friends.
The funeral service will be Saturday, March 15, 2014, at 10 a.m.
the Eckard Baldwin Funeral Home, 760 E. Market St. with Rev. Ron Shultz
officiating. Interment at Rose Hill Burial Park.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Akron, Summit Co., OH, Obituary
http://obits.dignitymemorial.com/dignity-memorial/obituary.aspx?n=Minnie-Brooks&lc=4275&pid=171025492&mid=5969301
Minnie Louise Brooks, age 85 of Akron, formerly of Ravenna and
Charlestown, was released into God's hands on Wednesday, May 14, 2014. She was
born December 19, 1928, in Madison, North Carolina, to parents James H. and
Minnie Spencer (Bullins) White.
Minnie worked for many years at Polson Rubber in Garrettsville. She
was a member of the Freewill Baptist Church and Union Local 1420. Minnie was a
loving mother and proud grandmother, and always put family first. She enjoyed
flower gardening, especially her Christmas cactus.
Minnie is survived by her children: Helen Marie (John) Lowe of
Charlestown, Brenda Sue Cripple of Akron, Barbara (Stanley) Hillis of Ravenna,
and Pamela Kay Johrendt of Akron. Her memory will also be cherished by her
twelve grandchildren, numerous great-grandchildren, including Shawnna Cripple,
and her great-great-grandchildren, as well as her brother Ralph (Linda) White,
and sister-in-law Helen White all of West Virginia.
Minnie was preceded in death by her husband William L. Brooks, her daughter Patricia May Blankenship, her grandson Samuel Dean Cripple Jr., son-in-law Samuel D.
Cripple, brothers Carl and Jimmy White, and her sister Patsy Walls.
Friends will be received Sunday, May 18, 2014, from 2:00 – 4:00 PM
at the Wood-Kortright-Borkoski Funeral Home, 703 E. Main St., Ravenna, where
the funeral service will be officiated by Pastor Jeff
Aten at 11:00 AM on Monday. Interment will follow at Charlestown Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Barberton, Summit Co., OH, Obituary
Published in Akron Beacon Journal on June 7,
2014
Carson Clark, 82, passed away suddenly on Thursday, June 5, 2014.
Carson was born November 21, 1931 in Hampton, Tennessee and retired from
Babcock and Wilcox after 41 years of service as a welder.
He enjoyed hunting, fishing, watching the Cleveland Indians and was
a member of NRA.
Preceded in death by his parents, Ed and Ada Clark;
his wife of 42 years, Reta Clark; brother, Dale Clark and grandson, W. Jason
Turner.
Carson is survived by daughters,
Brenda (Byron) Blankenship of Barberton, Connie (Ronald) Scott of Norton; son, Tim
Clark of Tennessee; grandchildren,
Krista (Louis) Ule of Norton, Ashley Scott of Norton, Matthew Turner of
Barberton, Alyssa Rose Petting of Ohio, Allison Hollowell of Indiana and Kaitlin Blankenship of Warren; great-grandsons, Colton, Hunter
and Brody; sisters, Eula (Joe) Casey and Dolores Sneed all of Tennessee;
numerous nieces, nephews; other relatives and friends.
Funeral service Monday 11 a.m. at the Campfield-Hickman-Collier
Funeral Home, 566 W. Park Ave., Barberton 44203 with Pastor Diane Richmond
officiating. Burial at Greenlawn Memorial Park.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Cuyahoga Falls, Summit Co., OH, Obituary
Published in Akron Beacon Journal on March 26, 2013
Vincent J. Pepe, 73, passed away March 24, 2013. He was born in
Cuyahoga Falls, the son of the late Vincenzo and Angela (Defanzo) Pepe. Vince
retired from Goodyear, where he worked as an electrician, and he was a member
of The Chapel church.
Vince is survived by his wife,
Patricia (Blankenship);
daughter, Patricia Jo DeLuke, of Wisconsin; ten grandchildren; six
great-grandchildren; sisters, Margaret (Bill) Davis, and Jean (Robert) Ramey;
and many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, one sister, and three
brothers.
Friends may call from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, March 27 at
Clifford-Shoemaker Funeral Home, 1930 Front St., Cuyahoga Falls, where the
Funeral Service will be held on Thursday at 11 a.m., Pastor Kevin Seager
officiating with burial in Chestnut Hill Memorial Park.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Cuyahoga Falls, Summit Co., OH, Obituary
Published in Akron Beacon Journal on May 30,
2013
Dorothy J. Swiger Huddleston, 90, of Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio passed
away on May 28, 2013. She was born in Pine Bluff, W.Va. on June 20, 1922 to the
late Ellis and Pearl Sandy. Dorothy retired from Sparkle Market in 1988. She
was a 49 year member of Bailey Road Christian Church. She was a loving mother
and grandmother and loved being around people.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 36 years, Garvin
Swiger; daughters, Penny and Vicki Swiger; two sisters and a brother.
Dorothy is survived by daughter,
Pam (Jerry) Blankenship; grandchildren, Rick
(Mary Sue) Swiger, Tiffany and Joey Blankenship;
great-grandchildren, Stephanie and Brandon Swiger; great-great-grandaughter,
Dalila Wagner; sister-in-law, Bernadette Sandy; numerous nieces and nephews.
Family and friends may call on Sunday, June 2 from 4 to 6 p.m. at
NEWCOMER FUNERAL HOME, 131 N. Canton Rd., on Monday, June 3 from 12 to 1 p.m.
at Bailey Road Christian Church, 3200 Bailey Rd., Cuyahoga Falls, OH where
funeral services will follow at 1 p.m. with Rev. Dave Brown officiating. Interment at Northlawn Memorial Gardens.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Cuyahoga Falls, Summit Co., OH, Obituary
The Plain Dealer, (Cleveland, OH) - July 18, 2014
Timothy M. Hirsch, 59, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away Tuesday, July
15, 2014. Born in East Cleveland, Ohio, he was a member of the Northwest Avenue
Church of Christ and had worked for Fifth Third Bank and H&R Block.
He was the beloved husband of Liane Hirsch; loving father of Bryon Hirsch (Tracy), Julie Blankenship (Chad), Sarah Eash
(Mat), Chris Hirsch (Lisa) and loving grandfather of eleven. He is also
survived by sisters, Marilyn (Dave) Thomas and Janice (Rick) Darden and
brother, Jeff (Michelle) Hirsch and was preceded in death by his parents, Ralph
and Evelyn and brother, James. His family and friends will miss his sense of
adventure and kind heart.
Friends may call MONDAY from 2 to 4 P.M. at the Billow Fairlawn
Chapel, 85 N. Miller Rd., where funeral services will take place at 4 p.m.,
Pastor Scott Baker officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Tallmadge, Summit Co., OH, Obituary
Published in Akron Beacon Journal on Nov. 27,
2014
Mary "Edith" Blankenship, 97, went home to be with the Lord November 23, 2014, after
a brief illness. Born in Big Rock, Virginia, Edith lived most of her life in
Tallmadge, Ohio. She was a homemaker and member of First Baptist Church of
Tallmadge.
Preceded in death by her parents, Conley and
Georgia Fleming; one sister; five brothers; husband, Roy James in 1986; daughter, Helen Ruth Moles in 2000; sons,
James Darrell in 2006, and Lowell E. in 2014; and two grandchildren.
She is survived by daughters-in-law,
Ruth and Nancy Blankenship;
grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren; and several
nieces and nephews.
The family will receive friends from 1 to 2 p.m. Saturday at
Hopkins Lawver Funeral Home, 547 Canton Road (Route 91), Akron,
Ohio 44312, where the funeral service will immediately follow at 2 p.m., with
Pastor Larry Baldridge officiating. Private burial will take place at Hillside
Memorial Park.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Trumbull
2014, Warren, Trumbull Co., OH, Obituary
Published in The Bradford Era from Oct. 20 to
Oct. 28, 2014
Charles W. "Chuck" Boedecker, 66, of Hemlock Road in
Warren, formerly of Kane, died Friday afternoon (Oct. 17, 2014) at Warren
General Hospital. Born Aug. 14, 1948, in Kane, he was the son of Richard W. and
Marjorie A. Eck Boedecker.
Chuck worked for the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation in
Kane for 34 years. He belonged to VFW Post #1132 in Kane and the Fraternal
Order of Eagles, Aerie 313 in Warren, and enjoyed hunting and fishing.
Surviving, in addition to his long-time companion, Jackie Jefferds,
are daughters, Laura Boedecker of
Dunkirk, N.Y., Tanya (Jake) Kitchen of Sykesville, Beth (Jesse Blankenship) Boedecker and Tessa (Bob) Hazen, both of
Kane; sisters, Carol Mix, Robin (Thomas) McGuire and Kristine Davis, all of
Mount Jewett, Connie (Mike) Asel of Kane, and Debbie Doud, Cindy Anderson,
Vicki Meneo and Chris Ingerson, all of Jamestown, NY; brothers, Paul (Kerry
Jackson) Boedecker of Warren and Ronnie Stevenson and Richard Boedecker, both
of Jamestown; and his stepmother, Marian Boedecker of Jamestown. Many
grandchildren, nieces and nephews also survive.
He was preceded in death, besides his parents, by a son, Robert
Asel; two grandsons, Andrew Bradybaugh and Roger Crate II; a sister, Nancy
Boedecker; and two brothers, Jeffery and Timothy Boedecker.
A memorial service will be held later at a time and place to be
announced.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Jesse S. Blankenship – b.15Jun1974 – Kane,
PA; https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:2968-91L
2014, West Farmington, Trumbull Co., OH, Obituary
The Plain Dealer, (Cleveland, OH) Date: December 24, 2014
Floyd G. Adams, 91, a long-time resident of West Farmington, Ohio
went home to be with the Lord on Friday, December 19, 2014. He was born July 1,
1923 in Holly Springs, Mississippi to J. R. and Nellie (Littlejohn) Adams.
He served honorably in the U.S. Army in WWII. Floyd retired from
White Motor Company after 33 years of service. He enjoyed hunting and loved his
dogs and the great outdoors. Floyd was an avid farmer. He enjoyed his many
Amish friends and neighbors and especially cherished time spent with his
beloved family and friends.
Floyd is survived by his children, Diane Bradford of Toledo, Elaine
(Romeo) Dansby of Walton Hills, Marie (Luther) Fortson of Ravenna, Floyd Adams
Jr. of Toledo, Cheryl James of Walton Hills, Eloise Norwood of Toledo, James
(Mary) Adams of Brook Park, Claude Adams of Texas and Sheron Adams of Toledo; sister
Eloyse Carney of Chicago; numerous grandchildren; many great-grandchildren;
several great-great-grandchildren; nephew and hunting companion, Bernard Adams
and many more loving nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents; beloved wife, Elva A.
(Simpson) Adams; son Douglas Blankenship; and daughter, Linda Derricoatte. The
youngest of 22 children, he was preceded in death by 20 brothers and sisters.
The services celebrating Floyd's life will be at 11 a.m. on Monday
at the Mallory-DeHaven-Carlson Funeral Home 8382 Center St., Garrettsville, OH
44231. Burial will follow at Park Cemetery, Garrettsville, OH.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Tuscarawas
2014, Dover, Tuscarawas Co., OH, Obituary
Published in The Times Reporter on May 21, 2014
Nathan Richard Gribble, age 25, of Dover, died suddenly on May 16,
2014 in the Cleveland Clinic, [Cuyahoga
Co., OH]. Born Jan. 11,
1989 in New Philadelphia, he was the son of Rick Hutchison and Terri Gribble.
Nathan had a heart of gold and could light up a room with his
smile. His family was very special to him, especially his daughters. He
graduated from Dover High School in 2007. He was very passionate about his
music and was a very talented guitar player and song writer. He enjoyed
skateboarding, being outdoors, and spending time with his family and friends.
He had an abundance of important friends in his life that he cared very much
about. He had a wonderful sense of humor and loved practical jokes. He would do
anything to make someone smile. No one could meet Nate without liking him. He
had a very special way with children and was brought great joy by spending time
with his family and friends children. Nathan will be sadly missed by many.
He is survived by his mother, Terri Gribble; his father, Rick
(Nettie) Hutchison; his daughters, Adeline and Amelia Gribble and their mother,
Chantel Blankenship; grandparents, Abe and Linda Marner, Terry
E. and Carol Gribble, and Sandy Hutchison; great-grandparents, Helen and
Clarence Morgan, and Loretta Grove; two sisters, Danielle Gribble and Erika
Hutchison; two brothers, Drew Hutchison and Chad Franklin; aunts and uncle,
Mark Gribble, Matt (Angela) Henary, Michelle (Scott) Shook, Brian (Heather)
Gribble, Brent (Trisha) Gribble, Jason Gribble, Lori (Chris) Ricklic, Steve
(Holly) Hutchison; and a nephew and numerous cousins.
Nathan was preceded in death by his grandfather, Donald W.
Hutchison; and two great-grandparents, William Grove and Merle Freetage.
Pastor Archie Jackson will officiate a
funeral service on Friday, May 23, 2014 at 11 a.m. in the Geib Funeral Center
at Dover, 5600 North Wooster Avenue. Burial will follow in the Dover Burial
Park.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Union
2014, Richwood, Union Co., OH, Obituary
Published in the Marion Star on Jan. 6, 2014
G. Louise "Weezie" Jordan, 81, of Richwood, died
Saturday, January 4, 2014 at Marion General Hospital. She was born October 12,
1932 in Union County to the late Earl and Beckie (Morgan) Piper.
On July 10, 1950 she married Charles Jordan in Richmond, Indiana,
and he died September 4, 1994. She was also preceded in death by brothers,
Everett, Robert, Bud and Richard; sisters, Dorothy, Clarabelle, Nellie,
Josephine and Ella Mae; and a daughter, Sandra Kay Jordan-McClure.
She was a woman of strong faith, with family at the center of her
life. A homemaker in the truest sense of the word, Weezie enjoyed cooking,
taking care of her entire family and keeping a home where everyone felt
welcome. She liked to fish, enjoyed playing euchre, and had a very ornery sense
of humor.
She is survived by her children, Danny (Roxanne) Jordan, Richwood;
Brenda (Larry) Piper, Wakeman; Patty (Rick) Schultz, Radnor; Jerry (RaeLynn)
Jordan, Richwood; Charlie (Theresa) Jordan, Richwood; Kathy Jordan, Richwood;
Michael Jordan, Marion; Charles (Deanna) Dixon, Marengo; grandchildren, Chris (Nichole) Piper, Jamie Piper, Amy (Shawn)
Pacha, Brooke (Geof) Phipps, Ricki Schultz, Jeremy Jordan, Abby (Dustin)
Riffle, Annie (Caleb) Schultz, Christopher (Ashley) Dixon, Ashley Jordan, Corey
Dixon, Amber (Shane) Blankenship, Tiffany Jordan, Erin Dixon, Jared (Andrea) Kirby, Summer
Kirby, Chance Phipps, Drake Phipps and Lexi Jordan; great-grandchildren, Mackenzie (Wesley) Mannasmith, Katelyn Pacha,
Jakob Piper, Lexi Piper, Hayden Pacha, Lacetyn Riffle, Braylen Riffle, Kadrin
Riffle, Paxtyn Schultz, Evie
Blankenship, Gabriel Blankenship, Caden Dixon, Bentley Dixon, Jace Phipps,
Kennedy Jordan, Carmen Jordan, Kale Keigley, Addison Kirby and Jordan Kirby;
and a brother, Joe Piper, Urbana.
Funeral services will be Thursday, January 9, 2014 at 11:00 AM at
the Stofcheck-Ballinger Funeral Home, Richwood with Pastor Scott Adams
officiating. Burial will follow in Claibourne Cemetery and her eight surviving
children will serve as pallbearers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Van Wert
+2013, Convoy, Van Wert Co., OH, Obituary
Published in Fort Wayne Newspapers on Oct.
16, 2013
Benjamin M. Blankenship, 85, of Convoy, Ohio, formerly of Paulding, died on Tuesday, Oct.
15, 2013.
Is survived by three daughters,
Wilma (Ted) Saylor of Convoy, Ohio, Wanda McCoy of Continental, Ohio, and Diana Serrao of Titusville, Pa.; two sisters; nine grandchildren; and 11
great-grandchildren.
He was also preceded in death by his wife, Martha Ann Gregory; two sons,
Donald and Ben "Jeff" Blankenship; a daughter,
Brenda Lee Blankenship; four grandchildren,
Jason Paul and Joshua Philip Eldridge, Trent Allen Saylor, and Jessica Blankenship; two brothers; and two sisters.
Funeral service is 2 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 17, 2013, at Den Herder
Funeral Home, Paulding, with visitation from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Rev. Ben Lowell officiating. Burial will follow service
in Hedges Cemetery, Paulding County.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Convoy, Van Wert Co., OH, Obituary
Benjamin M. Blankenship, age 85 died
Tuesday, October 15 at Van Wert County Hospital, Van Wert, Ohio. He was born
April 8, 1928 in Macon County, TN, the son of Harmon and Idell (Scott)
Blankenship. On July 29, 1950 he married Martha Ann Gregory, who preceded him
in death on January 30, 2000. He retired from LaFarge Corporation, Paulding.
Benjamin is survived by 3 daughters: Wilma (Ted) Saylor,
Convoy, Wanda McCoy, Continental, and Diana Serrao of Titusville, PA; 2 sisters,
Irene Brooks of
Lafayette, TN and Velma "Sis" Burns of Portland, TN; 9 grandchildren; and 11 great
grandchildren.
He is preceded in death by his wife;
parents; 2 sons, Donald and Ben "Jeff" Blankenship; a daughter,
Brenda
Lee Blankenship; and 4 grandchildren; Jason Paul and Joshua Philip Eldridge,
Trent Allen Saylor, and Jessica Blankenship; 2 brothers, Leonard and Delbert
Blankenship; and 2 sisters, Lois Lawson and Katherine Jenkins.
Funeral services will be conducted 2PM
Thursday, October 17 at Den Herder Funeral Home, Paulding, with Rev. Ben Lowell
officiating. Burial will follow in Hedges Cemetery, Paulding County.
Warren
+2014, Carlisle, Warren Co., OH, Obituary
Published in Journal-News on June 24, 2014
Ima Jane Cox, age 85 of Carlisle, Ohio passed away Sunday, June 22,
2014 at Sycamore Medical Center, [Miamisburg, Montgomery Co., OH]. She was born October 11, 1928 in West
Liberty, Kentucky the daughter of the late James and Cora (Manning) Cox.
Ima was a dedicated and loving wife, mother, grandmother,
great-grandmother, great-great grandmother and aunt. She was also a member of
Manchester Road Baptist Church.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Ernest Cox, son-in-law,
Jeff Crawford, 5 brothers, Clyde, Roy, Claude, Woodrow and Lindsey Cox, and 3 sisters, Artie Blankenship, Flossie Cox and Alene Barnett.
Ima is survived by her two daughters, Noreen Crawford, JoRita
(Byron) Dickensheets; three grandsons, Alvin (Terry) Bryant Jr., Jason (Keya)
Dickensheets, Brandon (Kristy Jones) Dickensheets; granddaughter, Kim (Ben)
Bickelhaupt; 5 great-grandchildren and 2 great-great grandchildren.
Funeral service will be Thursday, June 26, 2014 at 11:00 am at
Anderson Funeral Homes, 1357 East Second Street, Franklin,
Ohio with Pastor Grant Lawrence officiating. Burial will be in Mt. Pleasant
Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Franklin, Warren Co., OH, Obituary
Published in Dayton Daily News on October 1,
2013
Wayne E. Williams, 50, of Franklin, passed away Sunday Sept. 29,
2013 following a lengthy illness. He was born in Portsmouth on Dec. 11, 1962,
to Leo and Faye (Mingus) Williams and graduated from Springboro.
Wayne worked for Production Control Units in Moraine for over 25
years and worked with good friend Dean Blake, owner of Quest Engineering. Wayne
had a brilliant mind and could build most any type of machinery and equipment.
He was preceded in death by his father (Leo), grandparents and cousin Randy Logan.
Wayne was a member of many politically affiliated groups. He was a
proud American, concerned about the state of our country and the effects it may
have on his family and friends. Wayne loved all things related to automobiles
and motorcycles and spent his free time rebuilding and restoring them. He was
quite the outdoorsman and enjoyed many activities including camping and hiking.
Wayne had a kind heart, especially toward animals and stray cats. He rescued
all three of his "children" and is sadly missed by Mama Cat, Sami and
Rocky.
Wayne is survived by his beloved wife, Kimberly (Macy) Williams,
whom he married Oct. 26, 1996; beloved mother Faye (Mingus) Williams; loving
sister and brother-in-law, Samantha and Rick Creager who supported and was
there for him through his illness; sister Tonna (Ray) Gross; brothers Vaughn (Pat) Blankenship, Larry (Cathy) Blankenship; nieces Marie (Darrin) Adams, Debi (Jerry) Ellenburg; nephews Will (Sabrina) Walters, Jason (Stephanie) Blankenship, Pete (Staci) Blankenship; ten
great nieces and nephews; aunts, uncles and cousins. He will be sadly missed by
his family, special friends and co-workers.
Visitation will be Thursday from 4 to 6:30 p.m. at the Anderson
Life Celebration Center, 360 Commerce Center Drive, Franklin. Memorial service
will follow at 7:00 pm with Rev. Joe Murinach officiating at the Anderson
Funeral Home 1357 E. 2nd Street, Franklin.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Franklin, Warren Co.,
OH, Obituary
Published in Dayton Daily News from Apr. 16
to Apr. 17, 2014
Leveta Lenae Dulin, Age 51, passed away Saturday April 12, 2014 at
her home in Franklin, OH. Leveta was born January 26, 1963 In Lawton, OK.
She is preceded in death by her Mother, Patrisia Hale and son
Travis Drennon.
Leveta is survived by her father Charles Agnor, brother Chad Agnor,
sisters Grace Agnor, Cara Agnor and son Dennis Blankenship.
She loved to spend time with family, something she valued most in life. With
the ability to make friends with nearly anyone she was known and loved by many.
A celebration of her life will be held at 3:00pm on Wednesday,
April 16, 2014 at the Woodside Cemetery, 1401 Woodside Drive Middletown Ohio.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Franklin, Warren
Co., OH, Obituary
Published in Journal-News on Dec. 4, 2014
Myra Tyra Pence, Age, 71 of Franklin, passed away Tuesday, December
2, 2014 at the Atrium Medical Center. She was born July 1, 1943 in Campton,
Kentucky the daughter of Dewey R. and Ada A. (Blankenship) Tyra.
Myra worked as a notary alongside of her husband at Pence's Auto
Sales (their business) for 30 years as well as being a loving homemaker.
She is preceded in death by her parents and sisters, Nell Graham,
Bess Hollon and June Catron, also two brothers, Sewell Tyra and Glen Tyra.
Myra is survived by her husband, Harold Pence; her two Daughters,
Kela (Butch) Parrella and Shena (Mike) Pruett; 6 grandchildren; 4 great
grandchildren. Also sisters, Euna (Bennie) Childers, Vera
(Donnie) Harris, Jill (Leonard) Fugate, and Lora K. Alexander.
Funeral service will be Saturday, December 6, 2014 at 1:00 pm at
the Anderson Funeral Homes 40 North Main Street, Springboro, with Rev. Lamar
Ferrell officiating. Burial will be at Woodhill Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
1940 Census, District 2, Wolfe Co., KY,
Tyra, Dewey 36, M, KY, Head,
Tyra, Ada 37, F, KY, Wife,
Tyra, Bess 15, F, KY, Dau,
Tyra, Bewell 13, M, KY, Son,
Tyra, June 07, F, KY, Dau,
Tyra, Glenn 06, M, KY, Son,
Tyra, Una 04, F, KY, Dau,
Tyra, Vera 02, F, KY, Dau,
https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:K7B4-8P2
+2013, Lebanon, Warren Co., OH, Obituary
Published in The Western Star on January 17,
2013
Mary Elizabeth (Hollon) Taulbee, 85 of Lebanon, formerly of South
Lebanon passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 9, 2013 in Hamilton. Born November 2, 1927 in
Breathitt Co. Ky., the daughter of Bradley and Callie (Blankenship) Hollon, she was a loving wife, mother and
grandmother and will be remembered with sweet memories by all that knew her.
She was retired from the Lomer Corporation in Sharonville and had attended the
Solid Rock Church in Monroe.
Preceded in death by her parents, husband Marcus
Taulbee, brothers Grant and Hersehel Hollon and sisters Dorothy Centers, Josie
Peyton and Daisy Adams, Annie Taulbee, Lura Mullins and Lucille Banks.
She is survived by daughter Patricia Kilburn of Fairfield, sons
Danny L. (Sue) and Richard (Marlene) Taulbee, both of Lebanon, brother Vernon
Hollon of South Lebanon, sisters Bonnie (Earl)
Campbell of Franklin and Jewel (Junior) Brandenburg of Lebanon and a host of
grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Visitation and funeral service was held on Saturday, January 12,
2013 at Stine & Kilburn Funeral Home, Lebanon with Rev. Kathy Collins
officiating, with burial in the Deerfield Cemetery, South Lebanon.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Lebanon, Warren Co., OH, Obituary
Published in Williamson Daily News from Feb.
21 to Feb. 23, 2014
Lucille Edwards Simpkins, 92, of Lebanon, Ohio, formerly of Beech
Creek, passed away after a brief illness Thurs., Feb. 20, 2014, at the Hospice
Care Center in Cincinnati, [Hamilton
Co.], Ohio. Born Sept. 28,
1921, in South Williamson, Ky., she was a daughter of Hezekiah and Ruth Mosher
Edwards, who preceded her in death.
In addition to her parents, Lucille was also preceded in death by
her husband of 54 years, Mack Simpkins; son, Danny Simpkins of Winston Salem,
N.C.; one grandchild, Elizabeth Simpkins of Beech Creek; two great-grandchildren, Jeffrey Simpkins of Las Vegas, Nev., and Jacob Blankenship of Red Jacket; four sisters and five
brothers.
Lucille was a homemaker and a member of the Samaria Primitive
Baptist Church of Blackberry, Ky.
She is survived by one daughter and six sons, Lottie (Bill) Meador
of Albuquerque, N.M., Roger (Della) and Wesley (Rhonda), both of Huntington,
Emmett (Sandy) of Rineyville, Ky., Johnny (Karen) and Lonnie, both of Beech
Creek, and Terry (Gail) of Lebanon, Ohio, whom she had been living with the
past six years. She is also survived by 13 grandchildren, 22
great-grandchildren, and two great-great-grandchildren.
Services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Mon., Feb. 24, at Hatfield
Funeral Chapel with Elders Jeff Dotson, Paul Varney, and Shawn Dotson
officiating. Burial will follow in the Simpkins Family Cemetery on the Right
Hand Fork of Beech Creek. Her grandsons will serve as pallbearers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Mason, Warren Co.,
OH, Obituary
http://www.meaningfulfunerals.net/fh/obituaries/obituary.cfm?o_id=2865328&fh_id=14489
Dennis Blankenship
(November 29, 1946 - December 17, 2014) United States Army Veteran
Dennis Ray Blankenship, - Loving son of Russie
Blankenship (nee Ferrell) and the late Leonard Blankenship.
Beloved father of Leslie and Holly and grandfather of Joshua and William.
Passed away suddenly Wednesday, December
17, 2014.
Memorial Service: 2PM, Saturday, December 20, 2014 at Shorten &
Ryan, Mason
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, South Lebanon, Warren Co., OH, Obituary
Published in Today's Pulse on July 4, 2014
Vernon Hollon, age 79 of South Lebanon passed Tuesday, July 1, 2014
at Clinton Memorial Hospital. Born September 3, 1934 in Wolfe County, Kentucky,
Vernon was the son of Bradley and Callie (Blankenship) Hollon and was a loving and devoted husband,
father and grandfather.
Vernon was a retired steel fabricator from Dave Steel in Lebanon, a
member of the United Church of God in Milford and the United Iron Workers
Union.
Preceded in death by his parents, loving wife Daisy Hollon,
brothers Grant and Herschel Hollon, sisters Annie & Mary Taulbee, Laura
Mullins, Dorothy Centers, Josephine Peyton, Daisy Adams, Lucille Banks;
Vernon leaves behind his loving children Derrick (Liz) Hollon of
South Lebanon, Glen Edward (Rebecca Joy) Hollon of Ross and Donna (Timothy)
Cook of Blanchester; sisters Bonnie Campbell and Jewel Brandenburg; twelve
grandchildren and fifteen great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held at the funeral home at 1:00pm
Saturday, July 5, 2014 at the Stine Kilburn Funeral Home, with Pastor Jim
O'Brien officiating. Burial will follow in the Deerfield Cemetery, South
Lebanon.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Springboro, Warren Co., OH, Obituary
Published in Dayton Daily News on April 30,
2013
Marilyn R. Plummer, Age 82 of Springboro passed away Sun. April 28,
2013. Marilyn retired from the Centerville Board of Education after nearly 25
years of service. She was a member of the Grace Baptist Church of Middletown
and greatly enjoyed reading, gardening, and history.
She was preceded in death by her husband Burl in 1999, her parents
Everett and Freda George, two brothers Terry and Teddy George, and one sister
Sue Ann Carman.
She is survived by her four children Greg (Jan) Plummer, Lynette
(Ronn) Weaver, Connie Newdigate, and Pamela (Vince) Patterson; eight
grandchildren; 13 great grandchildren; four brothers Bob, Mike, Joe, and Doug
George; and four sisters Carol Lee Blankenship, Judy Suttles, Vicki Wallingford, and Mary
Annette "Che Che" Meadows.
Funeral services 2 PM Thurs. May 2 at
Stubbs-Conner Funeral Home, Waynesville. Pastor Roger Green officiating.
Burial will be in Miami Cemetery, Corwin.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Springboro, Warren Co., OH, Obituary
Published in Dayton Daily News on Oct. 17,
2014
Mary Ellen White,
age 92, of Springboro formerly of Fairborn died on Tuesday, October 14, 2014 at
the Miami Valley Hospital, [Dayton, Montgomery Co., OH]. She was born the daughter of David & Frances (Sloane) Blankenship on August 31, 1922 in Pike County, Kentucky.
She is preceded in death by her parents, husband Walker White, sister and brother-in-law Josephine "Dimple" (Lon) Marcum, brothers Walter and Dewey Blankenship,
nephew Virgil Marcum, and nieces Linda Kay Brown and Janet "Punkin"
Daniels.
Mary is survived by her son David (Susan) White, grandchildren
Christina Lynn (Bryan) Frantz, Jennifer Louise (Toby Ballard) White, and
Jonathan Walker White, great grandchildren Nathalie, Alexander, Dakota, and
Madison, niece Francis (Gene) Jeffries, and special friend Ruth English.
Mary was a longtime member of the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah
Witnesses. She worked for Rike's and Elder Beerman department stores and was a
Rosie Riveter in Akron during the war. After the passing of her husband Walker
she followed her dream and became a world traveler. Mary was a loving mother,
grandmother, great grandmother, aunt and friend. Mamaw will be missed by all
who love her.
Friends may call at the Burcham Jennings Funeral home on Monday,
October 20, 2014 from 11:00AM to 1:00PM where services will be held at 1:00PM
with Brother Dewayne Jordan officiating. Interment will follow at Medway
Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Springboro, Warren Co., OH, Obituary
Published in Dayton Daily News on Nov. 2,
2014
Della "Faye" Williams, age 83, of Springboro, OH, died
Friday October 31, 2014 at Sycamore Medical Center, [Miamisburg,
Montgomery Co., OH]. She was born in Portsmouth, Ohio on June 16, 1931 to
Peter and Samantha (Conley) Mingus.
She was preceded in death by her father, Peter David Mingus,
mother, Samantha V. Mingus, husband, Leo Williams, and son, Wayne Williams.
Faye was a proud mother and is survived by two sons, Vaughn (Pat)
Blankenship, Larry (Cathy) Blankenship; two daughters,
Tonna Pinto (Ray) Gross, Samantha (Rick) Creager; two sisters, Frances Bauer, Beulah Swartz; 5
grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren.
Funeral services are 11:00 am Tuesday November 4, 2014 at Anderson
Funeral Homes 40 North Main Street Springboro, OH with officiating. Burial will
be in Springboro Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Springboro, Warren
Co., OH,
Obituary
http://www.stinekilburnfuneralhome.com/book-of-memories/1989603/Blankenship-Evalee/obituary.php
Evalee "Evie" (nee Caudill)
Blankenship, age 78 of Springboro and formerly of Lebanon, Ohio, passed peacefully
Sunday, November 23, 2014 at the Hillspring Health Care in Springboro with her
family by her side. Born April 20, 1936 in Hazard, Kentucky, Evalee
was the daughter of Alva and Betty Caudill and was a loving and devoted wife,
mother and grandmother.
Evalee was a member of the Heritage
Baptist Church and a former owner/operator of the Town and Country Cleaners in
Lebanon, Ohio. Evalee was known for her loving and generous nature and enjoyed
her home life and cooking.
Preceded in death by her parents,
brothers H. B., Lowell and Buford Caudill and sister
Lori Hampton;
Evalee leaves behind her loving husband
Marple
"Mark" Blankenship of Miamisburg; daughter Karen Baird of
Lebanon, Ohio; brothers Sterlin and Elmer Caudill of Kentucky; sister Dorothy
Brown of Kentucky; special niece Betty Ann Hampton of Kentucky and grandson
Matthew Baird.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday,
November 26, 2014 at the Stine Kilburn Funeral Home at 2:00pm with Pastor Steve
Craft officiating. Burial will follow in the Lebanon Cemetery
From: Diane
Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Wood
+2014, Bowling Green, Wood Co., OH, Obituary
The Sentinel-Tribune, (Bowling Green, OH) Date: November 13,
2014
Charles Elza Blankenship III, age 41, Bowling Green, passed away Tuesday, November 4, 2014 at
Hospice of Northwest Ohio, Perrysburg, [Wood
Co., OH]. He was born September 8, 1973 in Bowling Green,
to Vicki (Allen) Capelle, Bowling Green; and Charles E. Blankenship II, Barboursville, WV.
Charles "Chuck" was a 1992 Bowling Green High School
graduate. He was creative in the kitchen, enjoyed the outdoors, was very
artistic and had a love for music. He worked many years at Anderson's Plant.
He is survived by his children,
Ashley Blankenship , Toledo; Marissa Blankenship , Bowling Green; Trevor
Blankenship , Pemberville;
stepfather, Doug Capelle, Bowling Green; stepmother,
Kathy Blankenship , Barboursville, WV; brothers, James
(Michelle) Blankenship ,
Edmond, OK; Jon (Ashley)
Blankenship , Ashland, KY; sister, Rebekah
(Steve) Tolliver, Flatwoods, KY.
Preceding him in death were his grandparents, Charles and Maxine
Allen and his grandfather Charles E. Blankenship
I.
Family, friends, and loved ones will be contacted regarding a
memorial service.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Millbury, Wood Co., OH, Obituary
Published in Toledo Blade on Oct. 21, 2014
Linda Kay Edwards, 59, of Millbury, Ohio passed away on October 19,
2014, at Heartland of Oregon. Linda was born on January 22, 1955.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Ethan Paul Edwards;
father, Dean Perkins, and nephew, Daniel Perkins.
Surviving is her mother, Mildred (Dalling) Perkins; siblings, Raymond Perkins, Roger
(Laura) Perkins, Dean (Cindy) Perkins, James (Chris) Perkins, Nancy Blankenship, Larry (Lauri) Perkins and Ken (Lisa)
Perkins.
Linda was a foster parent and a member of the Ottawa River Beagle
Club of Defiance. She also enjoyed sewing, candy-making and gardening.
Funeral services will take place in the Eggleston Meinert &
Pavley Funeral Home, Millbury Chapel, 1111 Woodville Road on Thursday, October
23 at 10 a.m. Interment will follow in Lake Township Cemetery.
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Wyandot
2013, Nevada, Wyandot Co., OH, Obituary
Published in the Telegraph-Forum on February 9,
2013
Donald W. Prince, Sr., age 68, of Nevada, Ohio, passed away on
Thursday, February 7, 2013 at 9:43PM at his home in Nevada. Don was born on
August 14, 1944 in Scioto County, Ohio to Arthur L. and Edith A. (Nunley)
Prince, both of whom are deceased.
He married Martha Searls on August 10, 1989 and she survives. He is
also survived by a son Donald W. Prince, Jr., of Nevada and a daughter Misti
(Mark) Alspach of Bucyrus; and two granddaughters, Sydney and Bailey Alspach;
along with two brothers, Charles Prince of Upper Sandusky and Herman Prince of
Nevada; and three sisters, Dorothy
Ard of Nevada, Sarah VanBuskirk of Nevada and Susie (Bob) Blankenship of Nevada.
Don was preceded in death by five brothers, Lonnie, Zulus, Albert,
James and Raymond who died at infancy.
Don worked for 34 years as a welder for the Mills Company in Upper
Sandusky. He was a former member of the Wyandot County Coon Hunters
Association, and both the Moose Lodge 1093 and Eagles Lodge which are both
located in Upper Sandusky. For hobbies he enjoyed bowling at Wyandot Lanes,
fishing, playing euchre, and following his sport teams, the Reds, Bengals and
the OSU Buckeyes.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00AM, Tuesday, February 12 at
the Lucas-Batton Funeral Home in Upper Sandusky with the Rev. Ben Gregory
officiating. Burial will follow at Nevada Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Upper Sandusky, Wyandot Co., OH, Obituary
The Courier, (Findlay, OH) - September 4, 2013
Marjorie M. Kreachbaum, 88, of Upper Sandusky, died Saturday,
August 31, 2013 at her residence. Born July 5, 1925 in Celina, Ohio, she was
the daughter of the late Homer and Anna (Stoner) Rice.
On December 21, 1949, she married her loving husband, George F.
Kreachbaum. He survives in Upper Sandusky. Surviving are two daughters: Ruth
Ann (Phil) Winkler of Tampa, FL and Kay (Bill) Scott of Westerville, four
grandchildren: Ian and Savannah Winkler, and Alex and Claire Scott, a sister,
Trudy Brookhart of Lima, and sisters in-law:
Dorothy Rice, Freida Helber, Naomi Kreachbaum, and Alice (Joe) Blankenship.
She was preceded in death by two brothers, Raymond and Homer Rice,
Jr.
Marjorie graduated from Neptune High School in 1943 and received
her bachelor's degree in education from Miami University in 1947. She taught
for eight years with Celina City Schools as an elementary teacher. From 1971
until her retirement in June of 1983, she was a reading teacher in the Upper
Sandusky School system. A member of John Stewart United Methodist Church in
Upper Sandusky, she sang in the choir and was a member of the Susannah-Hope
Circle. She continued to be active in the community throughout her retirement
with memberships in Usando Literary Club where she was known for her pecan
sales to raise money for their scholarship fund and was a past president of the
Wyandot County Retired Teachers Association.
The funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday,
September 7, 2013 at John Stewart United Methodist Church in Upper Sandusky
with Rev. Brian Arnold officiating. Interment will follow in Oak Hill Cemetery
near Upper Sandusky.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Upper Sandusky, Wyandot Co., OH, Obituary
Published in the Marion Star from Aug. 31 to
Sept. 1, 2014
Dora Margaret (Mayse) Miley (formerly of Marion) passed away on August
29, 2014. Dora was born in Cole Grove, Ohio to Allen D. Blankenship and Lina Mae
Willis.
On August 13, 1940, She married Joseph A.
Mayse (deceased in December of 1963). She was the mother of four children,
Twila Jean (deceased). Charlotte (John) Meadows II, of Marion, Larry (Carolyn)
Mayse, of Cawtaba Island, and Catherine (Bill) Lute, of Prospect; she had 15
grandchildren 36 great grandchildren, and a number of great great
grandchildren.
Dora was known for her love of gardening, making crafts, remodeling
and redecorating her home and traveling and being near any body of water. She
enjoyed family get togethers, especially picnics and holiday celebrations.
Preceding her in death, was her second
husband, Robert J. Miley; her daughter, Twila (Jean); her sisters, Eileen, Louise; and her brother, Allen (Bud);
and several nieces and nephews.
Along with her children and grandchildren, great and great great
grandchildren, she leaves many nephews and nieces to cherish their fond
memories of their times with her.
Services are being handled by Gunder/Hall & Folk Funeral
Directors. There will be a graveside service conducted by Pastor Tom Toney of
Family Life Church, at Marion Cemetery at 1:00 P.M.Thursday September 4, 2014.
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