2013-2014 VA, Compiled by James W. Blankenship jkblank1(at)sbcglobal.net
Accomack
+2014, Whitesville, Accomack Co., VA, Obituary
Published in The Coal Valley News from Jan. 21
to Jan. 22, 2014
Fred Lowe passed away Jan. 7, 2014, in Whitesville. He was born
Aug. 29, 1937 in Drill, Virginia.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Bailey Crockett and Julia
Viola Childress Lowe, four brothers, Roy Lowe, Brian Lowe, Sonny Lowe and
Everett Lowe, and eight sisters, Lucille Blankenship, Vada Shepherd, Bea Baldwin, Arbutus
Smith, Betty Thomas, Helen Wyatt, Ruth Lowe and Jeanette Lowe.
He is survived by his children Connie Hess and husband Rick;
Freddie Lowe and wife, Connie; Eddie Lowe and wife, Carol; Keith Lowe; Kevin
Lowe and wife, Michelle; Terry Lowe and wife, Karen; Sonya Lowe; Mike Lowe and
wife, Manda; and Michelle Hedges and husband Bill. One
sister, Sue Meade and brothers, Ira Lowe and Bill Lowe, along with several
grandchildren.
Funeral services were on Sunday, Jan. 12, 2014 at Honaker Funeral
Home Chapel in Honaker, Virginia, with the Rev. Wayne Baldwin and Rev. Donna
Johnson officiating. His place of interment was in Lowe Cemetery in Drill,
Virginia. Pallberers were gravediggers and Jackie Meade.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Albemarle
+2014, Scottsville, Albemarle Co., VA, Obituary
The Daily Progress, (Charlottesville, VA) Date: June 12, 2014
John Henry Haga, 78, of Scottsville, died Wednesday morning, June
11, 2014, at the University of Virginia Medical Center
in Charlottesville. He was born on
January 1, 1936, in Pemberton, West Virginia, a son of the late George and
Stella Pearl (Anderson) Haga.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by an infant
daughter, Angela Darlene Haga; a granddaughter, Heather Haga; a grandson,
Edward Leathers III; two brothers, Harold and Harrison Haga; and three sisters,
Reva Grier, and Virginia and Carrie Haga.
Mr. Haga had worked as an auto mechanic for a number of years. He
attended Covenant Church of God in Charlottesville. He enjoyed working on
motors and doing yard work.
Survivors include his wife, Betty A. Haga of Scottsville; five
children, Chris Haga of Scottsville, Kevin Haga and wife, Melanie, of Georgia,
Sylvia Leathers of Scottsville, David Haga and wife, Tammy, of Charlottesville,
and Cathy Conley and husband, Roger, of Scottsville; a step-son, John Duncan;
seven grandchildren; one great-grandchild; five step-grandchildren; two
step-great-grandchildren; a brother, Jimmy R. Haga and wife, Betty, of
Scottsville; four sisters, Ruby Blankenship and Naomi Vann, both of Georgia, and Sonja
Fister and husband, Roland, and Rebecca Fogleman, all of Nebraska; and numerous
nieces, nephews, and extended family.
A funeral service will be conducted at 3 p.m., Friday, June 13,
2014, at Thacker Brothers Scottsville Funeral Home by Pastor Harold L. Bare.
Interment will follow in the Scottsville Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Alexandria City
+2013, Alexandria City, VA, Obituary
Published in The Washington Post on January 18,
2013
On January 14, 2013, Barbara Adams Cross of Alexandria, VA passed
away at Fairfax Hospital [Falls
Church, Fairfax Co., VA]
with loving family at her side reading Bible verses. Barbara was born on July
28th, 1954 to Joseph and Helen Adams in New Jersey.
She is survived by her husband, Douglas Cross, her daughters
Bethany Pulice and Lauren Cross, her son-in-law Christopher Pulice, her father
Joseph Adams, her mother Helen Adams, her sisters
Shirley Blankenship and Doris Thompson and their husbands Skip Blankenship and Mike Thompson, her mother-in-law Agnes Cross, and her brothers
and sisters-in-laws John and Joan McGuffog and Leon and Sue Cross. She also
leaves behind six nieces and nephews:
Christopher Blankenship, Michelle Edling, Wendy Blankenship, Elizabeth Weader, Nathan Thompson, and
Rebecca McGuffog. She also leaves behind a vast church body that loved her like
family.
In her lifetime, Barbara was a pastor's wife for 26 years, the
director of the art department at the American Physical Therapy Association, a
talented artist, an archeologist, a museum curator, a world traveler, a lover
of children, a devoted daughter and sister, and a beloved wife and mother. She
loved lighthouses, history, Celtic music, going to see plays, camping,
painting, drawing, hiking, sketching, laughing until she cried, playing games with her family, caring for children, talking
with her sisters, and, above everything else, Jesus. She was very wise and very
kind and will be missed by many.
Viewing will be held on Saturday, January 19th from 9am to 11am at
the Alexandria Free Methodist Church at 4901 Polk Avenue, Alexandria, VA 22304.
Where a funeral service will take place at 11am Saturday. Interment
to follow at Fairfax Memorial Park.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Alexandria City, VA, Obituary
Published in The Washington Post on March 7,
2013
Our beloved Louise Dunnett of Alexandria, VA passed away peacefully
in her sleep March 5, 2013.
She was predeceased by her husand John D. Dunnett; mother, Maude Blankenship; father William Caldwell; eight siblings and a daughter, Linda D.
Andahazy. Always to remain in our hearts we love you.
She is survived by three daughters, Tamara Updegraff (Don), Rhonda
K. Vest (Jimmie) and Donna L. Wion (Zoubair). Also survived
by eight grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.
Services will be held at the Everly-Wheatley FuneraL Home, 1500
West Braddock Rd., Alexandria, VA on Tuesday, March 12 at 11 a.m. Interment
Mount Comfort Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Alexandria City, VA, Obituary
Published in The Washington Post from Feb. 9 to
Feb. 10, 2014
Marie Blankenship Carmody (Age 81) Beloved sister of
George Blankenship and daughter
of George and Mary Blankenship
passed away peacefully at the Fountains at Washington House in Alexandria, VA
on January 14, 2014. Born in Washington, DC, she graduated from Dunbarton
College of Washington, DC and eventually settled in Alexandria. She was a
member of the St. Rita's Catholic Church parish (Alexandria) and a member of
the St. Matthew's Cathedral (Washington) choir. She spent most of her
professional career as the accountant for her parents restaurant
business, a construction company and dental offices. After retirement, she was
a volunteer at the Alexandria Hospital and other service organizations.
She is survived by her brother,
George Blankenship; her sons, Robert and Stephen Carmody; her
granddaughter, Taylor Marie Carmody; nieces, Mary Marcelle Niles, Angela
Bramlet and Alexis Ciziunas; nephew,
George Blankenship; along with her many cousins that live in
the Washington metropolitan area. She was a deeply caring person and will be
missed by all.
There will be a Memorial Mass at Good Shepherd Catholic Church in
the Mount Vernon area of Alexandria on Wednesday, February 12, 2014 at 10:30
a.m.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Alexandria City, VA, Obituary
Published in The Washington Post on Sept. 9,
2014
On Monday, August 25, 2014 Ruth Clayton Grove Weir (Age 90) was
called to her next life at Woodbine Rehabilitation Center in Alexandria, VA She was formerly of McLean, VA
She was born September 9, 1924 in Washington, DC. Ruth was the
daughter of Paul F. Grove and Ethel Fraenzel Grove of Silver Spring, MD and
Washington, DC. Ruth will be remembered by all who knew her as a gourmet and
"foodie" who gave the love of fine culinary appreciation to her
family.
Ruth was predeceased by her loving husband, noted toxicologist Dr.
Robert James Weir, Jr.; her son, Robert (Skip) James Weir III.
She is survived by her two daughters,
Shannon Lea Rice and Dana Lynn
Blankenship; eight grandchildren, Ryan Adreon Rice,
Matthew Clayton Rice, Jason
Blankenship, John Paul Blankenship, Raymond Blankenship, April (Weir) Klinefelter, Robert James Weir IV, Brooke,
and three great-grandchildren.
A funeral and interment service will be held at Arlington National
Cemetary at a future date.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Amelia
+2014, Amelia Court House, Amelia Co., VA, Obituary
Richmond Times-Dispatch (VA) Date: July 4, 2014
Elizabeth Anderson Morris, was born to Ida
Mae Hawks and Ephraim Anderson in Amelia on September 21, 1917 and passed away
on July 2, 2014.
She was preceded in death by husband, Irving French Morris; son,
David Anderson Morris; and siblings, Dorothy A. Woods, Alison Boyles, Margaret
"Kitty" Willing, John "Sonny," William, George, Thomas
Buster and Douglas Anderson.
Elizabeth is survived by two daughters,
Betty B. Villers (Jim) and Rebecca
M. Blankenship (Harold "Bud"); grandchildren
including, Karen Avery (Chris), Scott Blankenship
(Angela), Michael Blankenship (Libby), Kenneth Blankenship , Cheryl Blankenship and Elizabeth Morris Haney (Jason); great-grandchildren, Carson, Taylor and
Rachel Avery, Chandler and Christian Blankenship , Ryan, Jacob and Andrew Blankenship , Lucas Blankenship and Carter Haney; and her siblings, Joseph (Virginia) and
Aubrey (Christine) Anderson, Shirley Martin and Ernestine Poore; and many
nieces and nephews.
Elizabeth was a faithful member of Amelia Baptist Church for 74
years and attended Tomahawk Baptist Church for the past few years. She devoted
her life to caring for and loving her family. She cherished her new found
friends at Brandermill Woods her last few years.
A church service is scheduled for 2 p.m. on Sunday, July 6, at
Amelia Baptist Church, with burial to follow at Amelia Presbyterian Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Jetersville, Amelia Co., VA, Obituary
Richmond Times-Dispatch (VA) - April 20, 2014
Mrs. Elizabeth Peters Wade, 85, of Amelia passed away Saturday,
April 19, 2014. She was born June 10, 1928 in Rocky Mount, VA to the late Leonard
S. and Mary Barbour Peters.
She retired from the Dress Company in Farmville. She was the widow
of Daltern Lloyd Wade. Mrs. Wade loved playing cards, Bingo and going camping
with her family. She was a member at Sandy Creek Baptist Church in Amelia.
She is survived by her children, Jimmy Wade (Belinda) of Ashland, VA
and Brenda Foster (Carlton) of Amelia; siblings,
Wayne Peters (Brenda) and Linda
Blankenship both of Rocky
Mount, VA; grandchildren, Thomas Wade (Jeanne) of Powhatan, VA, Sylvia McGinnis
of Richmond and Lisa Adkins (Adam) of Charles City, VA; three
great-grandchildren, Rachael and Josh Wade of Powhatan and Olivia Adkins of
Charles City.
She was preceded in death by siblings, Aubrey Peters, Shirley
Peters and Geraldine Dillon.
A funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Monday, April 21, 2014 at
Sandy Creek Baptist Church with interment to follow in Trinity Memorial
Gardens, Rice, VA
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Amherst
2013, Madison Heights, Amherst Co., VA, Obituary
Published in The News & Advance on January
3, 2013
Linda Morgan Mays, 67, of Madison Heights, died January 1, 2013.
She was the devoted wife of David Allen Mays, Sr. for 40 years. Linda was born
December 21, 1945 in Lynchburg, a daughter of the late William Tunstall Morgan
and the late Magdeline Nicholas Morgan. Linda was retired from Ericsson and
General Electric and was a charter member of Randolph Memorial Baptist Church.
In addition to her husband, she is survived by son Bryan Lee Morris
and wife Jane of Forest, a daughter Valerie M. Kidd and husband Wayne
"Bootsie" of Monroe, a sister Sandra M. Spencer and husband Robert of
Lynchburg, five grandchildren: Morgan Kidd, Regan, Skyler, Kaine, and Walker
Morris, a step-son Darrell Lee Mays and wife Jenny of Evington, a step-daughter Debbie Blankenship and husband
Billy of Forest, 7 step-grandchildren and eight
step-great-grandchildren.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother
William Dixon Morgan and a step-son David Allen Mays, Jr.
The family will receive friends from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m., Thursday,
January 3, 2013, at Tharp Funeral Home Lynchburg. A Graveside service will be
held at 2:00 p.m., Friday January 4, 2013, at Fort Hill Memorial Park with the
Rev. Jack Hamilton officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Madison Heights, Amherst Co., VA, Obituary
The News & Advance, (Lynchburg, VA) - July 4, 2013
Evelyn Loretta Franklin, 80, of Madison Heights, died Tuesday, July
2, 2013, at Lynchburg General
Hospital. Born in Nelson County, April 9, 1933, she was a daughter of the late
Nolan Stevens and
Blanche Tate Stevens. Evelyn had been employed with Nelson Manufacturing where
she worked as a trimmer for twenty-nine years. She was a loving mother,
grandmother and great-grandmother and will be greatly missed.
She is survived by sons, Kenneth Franklin of Madison Heights and
Michael Franklin of Amherst; daughters, Wanda Harris (John) of Norfolk, Cheryl
Allen (Houston Allen Jr.) of Tyro, and Carolyn Wheeler (Edward) of Madison
Heights; sister, Catherine Blankenship of Ohio; grandchildren, Allen, Tonya,
Eric, Aaron, Wesley, Brandon, H.C., Jessica, Shannon, Rickey and Brandi, and
fifteen great-grandchildren.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her beloved
husband, Lewis Henry Franklin Sr.; son, Lewis Henry Franklin Jr.; one brother
and four sisters.
A funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, July 6, 2013, at
Byrum-Parr Funeral Home by Pastors Jay and Kim Logan. Burial will follow in Oak
Hill Cemetery on Davis Creek.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Madison Heights, Amherst Co., VA, Obituary
The News & Advance, (Lynchburg, VA) Date: December 10, 2014
Elsie Ray Ayers Bailey, 87, of Madison Heights, departed this
earthly life Monday, December 8, 2014 at Lynchburg
General Hospital. Born September 16, 1927 in Lynchburg, she was the daughter of
the late Luther James Ayers Sr. and Flossie Ayers Bailey.
She was also preceded in death by two brothers, Luther Ayers Jr.
and Buddy Ayers; a sister, Peggy Blankenship; a granddaughter, Amanda Nicole Bailey and
a grandson, Christopher Seals-McDaniel.
Elsie was a long time resident of Lynchburg and was retired from
the Lynchburg Cotton Mill. She was a member of Fairview United Methodist
Church.
Elsie is survived by her former husband, Richard M. Bailey of
Amherst; two daughters, Linda G. McDaniel of Madison Heights, and Brenda J.
Hudson of Lynchburg; two sons, Richard L. Bailey and wife, Deborah, of
Woodbridge, and James M. Bailey of Madison Heights; a brother, Gene P. Ayers
Sr. and wife, Wanda, of Lynchburg; six grandchildren, George L. McDaniel of
Lynchburg, Billy R. McDaniel of Forest, Frank T. Hudson of Lynchburg, Michaela
McMillon and husband, Ashley, of Lynchburg, Stephanie Bailey Flores and husband,
Kevin, of Woodbridge, and Jacqueline R. Bailey of Arlington; and many great
grandchildren, nephews and nieces. "Nannie" was a loving wife,
mother, grandmother, and mentor to many friends and family, who devoted her
life to helping others. She will be greatly missed.
A funeral service will be conducted at 1 p.m., Thursday, December
11, 2014 at Whitten Monelison Chapel with Pastor Bill Evans officiating.
Interment will follow at Presbyterian Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Madison Heights, Amherst Co., VA, Obituary
The News & Advance, (Lynchburg, VA) Date: December 30, 2014
Helen Pauley Blankenship, 92, of Madison Heights, VA, passed away Monday, December 29,
2014. She was born July 16, 1922, in Bland County, VA, daughter of the late
Harve and Julie Hancock Pauley.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Luther
Blankenship Sr. and was a
member of Bland United Methodist Church.
She is survived by her son
and daughter-in-law, Luther,
Jr. and Sandra Blankenship of
Madison Heights, VA; granddaughter, Wendy and Troy Elder of Charlotte County, VA;
grandson, Lee and Nicole Blankenship of Madison Heights; great-grandson, Caden
Blankenship.
Graveside services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, December 31,
2014, at Temple Hill Cemetery with the Reverend Kevin Richardson officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Augusta
2013, McKinley, Augusta Co., VA, Obituary
http://henryfuneralhome.net/?pagetype=obitlink&obit_id=1109077
Dennis Edward Clemmer, 66, husband of Betty Jo Clemmer, of
McKinley, died Sunday, September 29, 2013, in the University of
Virginia Medical Center, Charlottesville.
He was born May 30, 1947, in Augusta County, a son of the late James Lloyd and
Elizabeth Estaline (Patterson) Clemmer. He was a beef producer and the 2013
Ruritan National President.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by Joanna Clemmer Nichols
and husband, Garrett, and their son, Alex, Beth Dilley of Stuarts Draft,
Tabitha Balser of Newport; brothers, J. L. Clemmer of Lexington, Donnie Clemmer
of McKinley, and Larry Clemmer and wife, Pam, of McKinley. He is also survived
by nephews, Richard, Bobby, Tim, and Philip Clemmer; a niece, Mindy Blankenship; and numerous great nieces and nephews.
A funeral service will be conducted 2 p.m. Thursday, October 3,
2013 in Mt. Tabor Lutheran Church, 334 Mt. Tabor Road, Staunton, by the Rev.
JoAnn Bunn and Pastor Rick Dellinger. Burial will follow at Mt. Hermon
Cemetery. Active pallbearers will be Elliott Hogge, James Mills, Jr., Corky
Camin, Michael Chrisley, Jerry Ellis, Calvin Shelton, Joe Pancione, and Mike
Morrison. Honorary pallbearers will be Ruritan National Board Members attending
the service.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Middlebrook, Augusta
Co., VA, Obituary
http://henryfuneralhome.net/?pagetype=obitlink&obit_id=1078818
Mrs. Sue Blackwell (Cash) Clemmer, 70,
wife of Donald Clemmer of Middlebrook died on Sunday, September 1, 2013 at
Augusta Health [Fishersville,
Augusta Co., VA]. She was born on March 19, 1943 in Verona, a daughter of the late
Marion “Dick” Cash and Margaret (Cash) Steigel.
Mrs. Clemmer worked as a beautician for
many years. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and a
friend to many. She attended Goshen Baptist Church and loved the Lord, Jesus
Christ. She is at peace with Him now. She no longer suffers from pain and
sickness. She finally has her mansion in the sky.
In addition to her husband, family
members include a daughter, Margaret Blackwell Rocco of Middlebrook, and step-daughter
Mindy
Blankenship of Lake Oconee, GA; a special granddaughter Sarah Blackwell, of
Middlebrook, that she loved “the most”; three sisters and brothers-in law,
Barbara and Sammy Economus of Charlottesville, Dixie and Mike Johnson of
Waynesboro, and Nancy and Gordon Jennings of Staunton.
A funeral service will be conducted at
11:00 a.m., Wednesday, September 4, 2013 in the Henry Funeral Home Chapel by
Reverends Scott Reese, Tyler Clem, and JoAnn Bunn.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Staunton, Augusta Co., VA, Obituary
Richmond Times-Dispatch (VA) - February 26, 2014
Harold Reed Harvey, 94, of the Legacy of Staunton and formerly of
Arvonia, passed away Sunday, February 23, 2014 at King's Daughters Health and
Rehabilitation Center. Mr. Harvey was born May 29, 1919 in Hinton, WV, a son of
the late Bryan and Lessie (Noble) Harvey.
Harold retired in 1981 from Virginia Power as a machinist. He
proudly served his country during WWII in the U.S. Army as a Technical
Sergeant, receiving an Honorable Discharge with two Purple Heart Medals, the
Gold Leaf Cluster, Good Conduct Medal, the American Defense Service Medal, the
European African Middle Eastern Medal and a Bronze Star. He was a member of Mt.
Tabor Baptist Church and the Stonewall Masonic Lodge #200 in Arvonia. Mr.
Harvey liked to hunt, fish, woodworking and he enjoyed making walking canes for
his friends.
In addition to his parents, Mr. Harvey was preceded in death by his
first wife, Christine (Blankenship) Harvey; and his
second wife, Evelyn (Snoddy) Harvey; five brothers, Jennings B. Harvey, Donald
D. Harvey, Bill Harvey, Robert N. Harvey and Franklin Harvey; and three
sisters, Dorothy H. Wade, Arline H. Wood and Pauline Harvey.
Surviving are three sisters, Phyllis H. Porter and husband, Dennis,
of Staunton, Erma H. Lewis and husband, Bud, of Midland and Marie H. Browning
and husband, Earl, of Hume;a special friend, Stuart
Webster; a number of nieces, nephews and great-nieces and great-nephews also
survive.
A graveside service will be conducted at 11 a.m. Thursday, February
27, 2014 in Arvonia Community Cemetery, 239 Morgan's Hill Rd., Arvonia, by
Pastor Steven P. Donahue, with Military and Masonic rites.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Bedford City
+2013, Bedford City, VA, Funeral
The Roanoke Times, (VA) - January 23, 2013
Avis Nelda Blankenship Johnson, 85, of Bedford, passed away Tuesday, January 22, 2013, at her
home.
A graveside service will be conducted Thursday, January 24, 2013,
in Virginia Memorial Park.
Arrangements by Tharp Funeral Home &
Crematory, Bedford.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Bedford City, VA, Obituary
http://www.tharpfuneralhome.com/obituaries-a-condolences/item/1921-avis-blankenship-johnson
Avis Blankenship Johnson, 85, of Bedford, passed on to be with her Lord and Savior on
Tuesday, January 22, 2013, at her home with her loving family by her side. Born
March 13, 1927, in Bedford, she was a daughter of the late James Edward Blankenship and the late Martha Wilkes Blankenship.
Avis was a member of Radford Baptist Church in Moneta, VA She was a retiree of Bedford Weaving Mill. She enjoyed
baking, ceramics, flower gardening, shopping, and family vacations. She
treasured her family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren,
always holding her “babies” close to her heart.
Avis was preceded in death by her loving and devoted husband of 66
years, Richard Henry Johnson, Sr.; their love story continues in heaven. In
addition, she was predeceased by a son, Richard H. Johnson, Jr., five brothers
and nine sisters.
She is survived by two daughters, Jan J. Johnston and husband,
Rick, of Moneta; Teresa J. Key and husband, Dennis, of Bedford; two
grandchildren, Amy J. Jackson and husband, Johnathan, Jenny J. Hiner and
husband, Tim; five great-grandchildren, Ethan, Emma, and Clay Jackson, and
Andrew and Reilly Hiner.
A graveside service will be held Thursday, January 24, 2013, at
11:00 a.m. in Virginia Memorial Park with Pastor Karl Hofheinz and Chaplain
Mark Flores officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Bedford City, VA, Obituary
The News & Advance, (Lynchburg, VA) - March 17, 2013
James Howard Wood, 81, of Bedford, died Friday, March 15, 2013 at
Oakwood Health & Rehab Center. He was the loving husband of 59 years of
Pauline Ann Dooley Wood. He was born in Bedford County, September 16, 1931, a
son of the late Charles Ira and Ruby Virginia Rice Wood.
Jim operated a service station at "The Forks" from
1956-1993. James was a member of Bedford Baptist Church, past member Lynchburg
Elks Lodge, the Has Been Club, and proudly served in the Virginia National
Guard, Co. A 116th, with 8 years of service as Motor Pool Sgt. In his spare
time, Jim enjoyed restoring antique automobiles.
James was preceded in death by his parents and brothers, Mack E.
Wood and Charles A. Wood; a brother-in-law, Clarence L. Brookshier; and a
sister-in-law, Barbara Wood.
In addition to his wife, James is survived by his daughter, Kristy
Wood Milton and husband, Craig; a grandson, Will Milton; four brothers, Raymond
Wood (Carrie), Leonard Wood, Maurice H. Wood (Evyleen), Sherman D. Wood
(Dorothy); four sisters, Mae
Brookshier, Eleanor W. Overstreet, Frances W. Stanley (William), Joyce W. Blankenship (Carl); Sheree W.
Wood, sister-in-law; many nieces, nephews, and cousins.
A celebration of James' life will be conducted at 2 PM, Monday,
March 18, 2013 at Bedford Baptist Church with Rev. Dr. David L. Henderson
officiating. Interment will follow in Greenwood Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Bedford City, VA, Obituary
+Published in Bedford Bulletin from March 20
to March 21, 2013
James Howard Wood, 81, of Bedford, died Friday, March 15, 2013 at
Oakwood Health & Rehab Center. He was the loving husband of 59 years of
Pauline Ann Dooley Wood. He was born in Bedford County, Sept. 16, 1931, a son
of the late Charles Ira and Ruby Virginia Rice Wood.
Jim operated a service station at “The Forks†from 1956-1993.
James was a member of Bedford Baptist Church, past member Lynchburg Elks Lodge,
the Has Been Club, and proudly served in the Virginia National Guard, Co. A
116th, with 8 years of service as Motor Pool Sgt. In his spare time, Jim
enjoyed restoring antique automobiles.
James was preceded in death by his parents and brothers, Mack E.
Wood and Charles A. Wood; a brother-in-law, Clarence L. Brookshier; and a
sister-in-law, Barbara Wood.
In addition to his wife, James is survived by his daughter, Kristy
Wood Milton and husband, Craig; a grandson, Will Milton; four brothers, Raymond
Wood (Carrie), Leonard Wood, Maurice H. Wood (Evyleen), Sherman D. Wood
(Dorothy); four sisters, Mae
Brookshier, Eleanor W. Overstreet, Frances W. Stanley (William), Joyce W. Blankenship (Carl); Sheree W.
Wood, sister-in-law; many nieces, nephews, and cousins.
A celebration of James’ life was conducted at 2 pm, Monday, March
18, 2013 at Bedford Baptist Church with Rev. Dr. David L. Henderson
officiating. Interment followed in Greenwood Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Bedford
City, VA,
Obituary
Published in Roanoke Times on April 15, 2013
Algie Blankenship Mayhew, 74, of Bedford, passed away Saturday, April 13, 2013. She was
born August 18, 1938, in Bedford County. She was the daughter of the late Amos and Florence D.
Blankenship.
She was also preceded in death by her husband, William W. Mayhew.
Algie was a graduate of Moneta High School class of 1957. She was a member of
Morgan's Baptist Church and the Lady Sunshine Sunday school class. She was
employed as an optical assistant for various opticians. She was a volunteer for
Victims Advocate Program.
Surviving are her three children, William W. Mayhew Jr. and wife,
Lewanne, Beth M. Bradley, and Bryon L. Mayhew; four brothers, Dennis (Madeline) Blankenship,
Bobbie (Lois) Blankenship, Lynwood (Alma) Blankenship, and Michael (Sharon) Blankenship; and three sisters,
Marjorie (Silas) Dalton, Shelby (Barry) Robertson, and Sandra (Leslie)
Falls; also seven grandchildren, Chris (Kelly) Mayhew, Crystal (Shannon)
Walker, Shanna (Andy) Clark, Nicholas (Courtney) Mayhew, Vanessa Bradley, Kevin
(KC) Bradley, and Brittany Mayhew; and three great-grandchildren, Haylee
Mayhew, Lane Mayhew, and Nova Clark; special friends, Farrell Sowers, Joyce
Mayhew, Erica Jarrells, Mark Ray, Amber Fields, George Thomas.
A celebration of Algie's life will be held at Morgan's Baptist
Church 11 a.m. Tuesday, April 16, 2013, with the Rev. Rick Mallory officiating.
Burial will follow in the church cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Bedford City, VA, Obituary
Published in Roanoke Times on May 7, 2013
Robert James "Old Dude" Dinwiddie Sr., 81, of Bedford,
passed away Sunday, May 5, 2013, at his residence. He was born Tuesday,
November 24, 1931, in Bedford County, a son of the late Thomas Dinwiddie and
Evelyn Roberts Dinwiddie.
He was a retired employee of Rubatex, a member of Bedford Christian
Church, the VFW, Bedford Moose Lodge # 1897 and the American Legion. He was
also a veteran of the United States Navy, having served during the Korean
Conflict.
Surviving is his daughter, Robin, of California; two sons, Robert
James Dinwiddie Jr. and wife, Julie, Benjamin Dinwiddie, all of Bedford; a
brother, Davis Dinwiddie; a sister, Betty Blankenship; grandchildren, Carrie Dinwiddie, Derrick
Dinwiddie, Benjamin David Dinwiddie Jr., Brooke Nicole Dinwiddie; and
great-grandchildren, Thomas Dinwiddie, Benjamin Robert Dinwiddie III.
The family will receive friends Wednesday from 5 to 7 p.m. with
military honors to follow at Updike Funeral Home & Cremation Service,
Bedford.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Bedford City, VA, Obituary
Published in Roanoke Times on Nov. 24, 2013
Betty Lee Bennett Barton, 82, of Bedford, and formerly of Roanoke,
passed away Friday, November 22, 2013, at the home of her daughter. She was
born on Saturday, April 25, 1931, in Bedford County, a daughter of the late
Harry Marvin Bennett and Flossie Ferguson Bennett.
She was also preceded in death by her husband, William Barton. She
was an assembler with AMP.
Surviving are her son, Mickey R. Barton and wife, Brenda; daughter, Trevia L. Blankenship and husband,
Kelly; her grandchildren, William O. Barton and
wife, Tammie, Brittany M. Dunbar, Lanie D. Holbrook, Kristen H. Chapman; her
great-grandchildren, Lindsey R. Barton, Regina D. Barton, Megan N. Barton,
Grace Chapman; and her great-great-grandchildren, Erica L. O'Quinn and Brooklyn
R. O'Quinn.
Funeral services will be held at the graveside at Blue Ridge
Memorial Gardens on at 1 p.m. Monday, November 25, 2013, with the Rev. Wayne
Murphy officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Bedford City, VA, Obituary
Published in Bedford Bulletin from Jan. 8 to
Jan. 9, 2014
Hazel O. Pete Wood, 87, formerly of Huddleston passed away Friday,
Jan. 3, 2014 at Campbell Rest Home in Bedford. She was born Nov. 28, 1926 in
Roanoke, a daughter of the late Joseph Earl Owens and Virgie Ora Willis Owens.
She was preceded in death by her husband Aubrey Willard Jack Wood. A brother Frederick E. Owens and a sister Frances O. Blankenship.
Hazel worked for many years at Kenrose Dress Company in Roanoke
before going to work at General Electric in Lynchburg where she retired. She
was a devoted wife and a loving mother, grandmother and great grandmother.
Hazel enjoyed gardening, canning, working in her flower gardens, and taking bus
trips with her friends.
Surviving are her children, Richard Wood and wife Barbara of
Huddleston, Betty Overstreet and husband Gary of Bedford, Ronald Wood and wife
Darlene of Roanoke, Josie Arney and husband Earl Michael of Goode, and Garland
Mort Wood of Bedford. Ten grandchildren and eleven great
grandchildren. Two brothers, Ray E. Owens and wife
Sylvia and Joe Owens and wife Jeanette both of Roanoke. Two sisters-in-law, Nancy W. Duncan of Richmond and Judy Wood of
Hardy.
Funeral service was at noon Monday, Jan. 6, 2014 at Oakey’s Vinton
Chapel with burial in Mountain View Cemetery, Vinton, with Rev. Jeff Gardner
officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Bedford
2013, Bedford Co., VA, Obituary
Published in Roanoke Times on Oct. 30, 2013
Carol Anderson, of Bedford County, departed this life Monday,
October 28, 2013. She was the widow of John Mason Anderson and was a faithful
member of Mays Memorial Methodist Church.
Surviving family includes daughters, Cindy Dixon and Billy, Debbie
Haven and Ricky, of Mississippi; son,
Timmy Blankenship, of Richmond; brothers, Bill and Penny
Goodwin, of Salem, Jack and Arabel Goodwin, of Christiansburg; sisters, Shirley
and Russell Price, of Salem, Wyoma and Cecil Rock, of Roanoke; special
sister-in-law, Vicky Ellett, of Vinton; special friend, David Dixon, of
Mississippi; six grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and special little
companion, Sadie. Her children adored her and rejoice in her resting in the
Lord's hands with John.
Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Thursday, October 31, 2013,
at the Lotz Funeral Home Chapel in Vinton with Pastor Mickey White officiating.
Carol will be laid to rest beside her husband in Cedar Lawn Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Bedford Co., VA, Obituary
The Roanoke Times, (VA) - March 5, 2014
Ren Cosby (RC) Bare, 80, of Bedford County, passed away at 3:20 am,
on Tuesday morning, March 4, 2014. The Gates of Heaven opened to receive him.
RC was born in Washington County, VA, son of the late Gilmer S. and Alice A.
Bare.
Mr. Bare proudly served his country in both the United States Army
and Navy. RC was patient, kind, and had a wonderful sense of humor. Even folks who only knew him for a short time, loved him.
A son, Lionel Dwight Bare; a brother, J. B. Bare; and a dear
friend, Cliff Wilson, also preceded him in death.
He is survived by his wife, Willis; children, Terressa B. Woodie and her husband, David, Rocky Bare and
his wife, Doris, Mona Lisa Bare and her partner, Joyce Patterson, Ray Bare and
his wife, Tonja, Shannon Bare, Angela
Blankenship and her husband, Mike, Garren
"Gee" Bare; brother, Dub Bare; grandchildren,
Brandy Bare Foster, Paden Bare, Wyatt Bare, Colton Bare, Patrick Ford, Megan
Ford, Ray Bare II and his wife, Emily, Ren Bare and his wife, Samantha, Jeremy
Woodie and his wife, Sheena, Brent
Blankenship , Spencer Blankenship , Hunter Shrewsberry, and Anna White;
great-grandchildren, Lindsey Foster, Kendra Foster, Jason Dammann, Abigail
Bare, Alyssa Bare, and Colton White; and numerous other family members and
friends.
Funeral Service with Military Honors will be held at the graveside
at 2 p.m. on Friday, March 7, 2014, with the Rev. Roger N. Okes officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Bedford, Bedford Co., VA, Obituary
The News & Advance, (Lynchburg, VA) Date: September 14, 2014
Lewis Jackson Chryssikos, 79, of Bedford, passed away on Friday,
September 12, 2014. He was the loving husband of Pauline "Kathy"
Warren Chryssikos. Born in Bedford, March 5, 1935, Lewis was the son of the
late John Nick Chryssikos and Katie Coleman Chryssikos.
He was a U.S. Navy veteran, a retired firefighter and a member of
Bedford Presbyterian Church.
Lewis was preceded in death by a daughter, Alice Webb; and two
brothers, Homer Lee Chryssikos and James Paul Chryssikos.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by his daughters, Patricia
Stapf and husband, David, and Lucy Marie Porter and friend, Donald Smith; sons,
Phillip Chryssikos, John Nick Chryssikos and wife, Patricia, and Robert Lewis
Chryssikos and wife, Tammy; sister, Georgia Witt; grandchildren, Elsie Keener and husband, Andrew, Christopher
Chryssikos and wife, Erica, Crystal Whitehead, Christina Chryssikos, Joseph
Stapf, Gretchen Carleton and husband, Peter, Candace Blankenship , Shawn Webb, Zachary Webb, Ryan Webb, Patrick Chryssikos, Erica
Porter and Steven Porter;14 great-grandchildren; special friend, Raymond Bryant
and many cousins, nieces and nephews.
A funeral service will be held 5 p.m. Tuesday, September 16, 2014,
at Bedford Presbyterian Church in Bedford with the Rev. John Salley
officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Forest, Bedford Co.,
VA, Obituary
The News & Advance, (Lynchburg, VA) - April 20, 2014
Shirley Nickerson Barrett, 77, of Forest, VA, died Thursday, April
17, 2014. Born Tuesday, November 24, 1936, in Bedford, Shirley was a daughter
of the late Rev. Charles Augustus Nickerson and the late Arra Radford
Nickerson.
In addition to her parents, Shirley was preceded in death by her
sisters, Rachael McFaden, Georgia Beautelspacher, and Alene W. Smalls; and
brothers, Albert Nickerson and Seaman First Class Floyd E. Nickerson.
Shirley is survived by her daughter, Jane Barrett Sowers and her
husband, John Sr., of Forest; a grandson, John Sowers Jr. of Lynchburg; a
granddaughter, Michelle Sowers Wallace and her husband, Charles, of Evington; great-grandchildren,
Kelsey, Cameron, and Karissa Sowers of Forest, Morgan Smith of Lynchburg,
Donovan and Caleb Day of Evington, and Raghen and Lucas Sowers of Lynchburg; a
great-great-granddaughter, Kayleigh Day of Evington; sisters, Gladys McFaden
and Marjorie Martin of Lynchburg, and Nancy Farrar of Apopka, Fla.; special
nieces, Frances Mealy and her husband, Dan, of New York, Cathy Baumgardner and
her husband, Wayne, of Pennsylvania, Judy Goodart and her husband Jim, of
Georgia, and Marie Baisden and her husband, Okey, of Evington; a special nephew, David Blankenship of Evington, special friend, Brenda Hall, and a host of other
nieces and nephews.
Nanny B loved her family, word search, and computer games. She
retired in 1995 from GE/Ericsson, to be a caregiver to her great-grandchildren.
She was a member of Timberlake UMC.
A celebration of Shirley's life will be conducted at 2 p.m. on
Tuesday, April 22, 2014, at Timberlake United Methodist Church, with the Rev.
Lynne Alley-Grant officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Goode, Bedford Co., VA, Obituary
The News & Advance, (Lynchburg, VA) Date: October 5, 2014
Janie Phillips Blankenship, 86, of Goode, passed away Friday, October 3, 2014, in the Medical
Care Center. She was born March 8, 1928, in Bedford County, a daughter of the
late John David Phillips and Mary Catherine Dooley Phillips.
She was also preceded in death by her husband, Harold E.
Blankenship; a daughter-in-law, Dale Reynolds Blankenship; a grandson,
B. J. Blankenship; and a great-grandson, Jordan Parker.
She was a retired employee of Sam Moore Furniture with 37 years of
service and was a member of Timber Ridge Baptist Church. She enjoyed camping,
flowers, flea markets, but most of all, spending time with her children and
their families. She enjoyed Sunday meals, cooking for her family and eating out
every chance she got. She enjoyed sitting around a campfire listening to the
bluegrass music that her children and grandchildren played. She was their # 1
fan and if possible was there to support them as they sang and played. She had
many health issues including dialysis, diabetes, pacemaker, congestive heart
failure & knee replacements...hospitals and rehab centers consumed much of
her later years. These slowed her down, but she was a fighter and she continued
to go and do as much as her body would allow.
Most of all she enjoyed being a Mom to all who called her Mama and
Granny. She was there for each of us, she was the hub
of our family. She worked hard, lived through hard times, but no matter what
happened, she was there for each of us in whatever way we needed her. Our
circle is broken, our Mama has gone on to be with her
beloved husband, Harold, who passed away in 2004. We have been blessed to have
had these two to call Mama and Daddy. The past couple of years have been hard
on Mama with health issues that seemed to have no end. She is now at peace, no
longer suffering and is healthy again as she has entered Heaven, her new home.
We will all miss her, but we have the assurance that we will be together again,
"in the sweet by and by."
She is survived by her daughter,
Shirley B. Tinsley and husband, Lloyd, of Goode; her sons, H. Junior Blankenship and friend, Jean Nichols, Billy L. Blankenship and wife, Janet, all of Goode, Benny R. Blankenship
, Jack D. Blankenship and wife, Becky, all of Bedford. She is
also survived by her grandchildren,
David Tinsley and wife, Michelle, Spencer Blankenship
and wife, Bonnie, all of Bedford; Christy Tinsley, Jessica Zimmerman and
husband, Shannon, all of Goode; Steven Blankenship
and wife, Melissa, of Lovettsville; Chad Parker and wife, Heidi, of Colorado; Jason Blankenship and friend, Kasey Allamong, of Evington; Michael Blankenship and fiancee, Ashley Skinner of Tempe,
Arizona; Brian Yatsko and wife, Jennifer, of Huddleston. She also leaves many great- grandchildren, Anna and Emily Tinsley, Natalie, Timothy and Valerie Blankenship,
Ashley Parker, Abbey Blankenship, Ty and
Branson Zimmerman and Truitt Yatsko.
A funeral service will be conducted from the graveside at Quaker Baptist
Church Cemetery on Tuesday, October 7, 2014, at 11 a.m. with the Rev. Phillip
Kelley officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
SSDI: Blankenship,
Harold E., 78, 06Oct1925 - 25Feb2004, Goode, Bedford, VA, VA-227-22-6640
+2013, Huddleston, Bedford Co., VA, Obituary
Published in The News & Advance on January
22, 2013
Alfred Clay Morgan, Sr., 74 of Huddleston, passed away Saturday,
January 19, 2013 at his residence. He was born on Sunday, June 12, 1938 in
Bedford County, a son of the late Samuel Henry Morgan and Clara Blankenship Morgan.
He was also preceded in death by his wife, Judith Anne Ferguson
Morgan. He was a retired employee of BGF Industries.
Surviving are his sons, Alfred C. Morgan, Jr. and wife, Theresa,
Ronnie Morgan & wife, Kim all of Goodview, Henry Morgan & wife, Renee
of Altavista; a brother, Wallace Morgan & wife, Betty of Body Camp; a
sister, Marie Holland & husband, Marvin of Rocky Mount; his close friend,
Loretta Cheek of Huddleston; several grandchildren & great grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held at the graveside at Virginia Memorial
Park on Tuesday, January 22, 2013 at 11:00 am with Rev. Riley Smith
officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Huddleston, Bedford Co., VA, Obituary
The News & Advance, (Lynchburg, VA) - August 2, 2013
Bevy Morgan Johnson, 97 of Huddleston, passed away Wednesday, July
31, 2013, at Autumn Care of Altavista. She was born on Wednesday, December 1,
1915, in Bedford County, a daughter of the late Rufus J. Morgan and Annie L. Blankenship Morgan.
She was also preceded in death by her husband, Russell Gilbert
Johnson; a sister, Ruth Edna Mitchen; and two brothers, Odell J. Morgan and
William T. "Billy" Morgan. She was a member of Palestine Baptist
Church and a former employee of Singer Furniture Company.
Surviving is her niece, Joyce M. Allen and husband, Morgan, of
Gretna and a nephew, Russell O. Morgan and wife, Edna, of Huddleston.
Funeral services will be held at the graveside at Mt. Horeb United
Methodist Church Cemetery on Friday, August 2, 2013, at 11 a.m. with the Rev.
Glenn Stevens officiating. The family will receive friends immediately
following the service at the graveside.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014,
Huddleston, Bedford Co., VA, Obituary
http://oakeys.com/?pagetype=obitlink&obit_id=1206174
Hazel O. “Pete” Wood, 87, formerly of Huddleston passed away
Friday, January 3, 2014 at Campbell Rest Home in Bedford. She was born November 28, 1926 in Roanoke, a daughter of
the late Joseph Earl Owens and Virgie Ora Willis Owens.
She was preceded in death by her husband Aubrey Willard “Jack”
Wood. A brother Frederick E. Owens and a sister Frances O. Blankenship.
Hazel worked for many years at Kenrose Dress Company in Roanoke
before going to work at General Electric in Lynchburg where she retired. She
was a devoted wife and a loving mother, grandmother and great grandmother.
Hazel enjoyed gardening, canning, working in her flower gardens, and taking bus
trips with her friends.
Surviving are her children, Richard Wood and wife Barbara of
Huddleston, Betty Overstreet and husband Gary of Bedford, Ronald Wood and wife
Darlene of Roanoke, Josie Arney and husband Earl Michael of Goode, and Garland
“Mort” Wood of Bedford. Ten grandchildren and eleven great
grandchildren. Two brothers, Ray E. Owens and wife
Sylvia and Joe Owens and wife Jeanette both of Roanoke. Two sisters-in-law, Nancy W. Duncan of Richmond and Judy Wood of
Hardy.
Funeral service will be at noon Monday, January 6, 2014 at Oakey’s
Vinton Chapel with burial in Mountain View Cemetery, Vinton, VA with Rev. Jeff
Gardner officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
1940 Census, Area A, Roanoke, Roanoke City,
Roanoke City, VA,
Owens, Joseph E. 39, M, VA, Head,
Owens, Virgie 38, F, VA, Wife,
Owens, Francis 17, F, VA, Dau,
Owens, Lucille 13, F, VA, Dau,
Owens, Ray E. 08, M, VA, Son,
Owens, Joe R. 06, M, VA, Son,
https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/VTML-SGB
2014, Huddleston, Bedford Co., VA, Obituary
The News & Advance, (Lynchburg, VA) - March 9, 2014
Jesse James Blankenship Jr., 49, of Huddleston, passed away Friday, March 7, 2014.
Arrangements by Updike Funeral Home &
Cremation Service, Huddleston.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Huddleston, Bedford Co., VA, Obituary
Jesse James Blankenship Jr., 49, of
Huddleston, passed away Friday, March 7, 2014. He was born on Thursday, October
15, 1964, in Bedford County, a son of Jesse James Blankenship Jr. and Virginia Alice
Hodges Blankenship, of Huddleston, who survive.
He was preceded in death by a sister,
Linda Durwin.
He was an employee of Kannett
Construction and was a member of Palestine Baptist Church.
In addition to his father and mother, he
is survived by two sons, Hunter Gregory Blankenship and wife,
Chelsea, of Charleston, S.C.; Cody Thomas Blankenship, Roanoke; a daughter,
Kali
Nichole Blankenship, Huddleston; a sister, Toni Robertson and husband, Michael, of
Huddleston; as well as numerous nieces and nephews and great nieces and
nephews.
A memorial service will be held on
Tuesday, March 11, 2014, at 8 p.m. at Palestine Baptist Church, with Dr. Kevin
King officiating.
2014, Huddleston, Bedford Co., VA, Obituary
Judy Gail Hayes Myers, 55, of Huddleston, passed away on Sunday
morning, April 13, 2014. The Lord reached down and took her hand. She loved
flowers, cooking, music and laughing with her family and friends. She also
loved cows and monkeys with her favorite being monkeys.
She was predeceased by her father, Roschell William Hayes; and stepfather, Lynwood Blankenship.
Left to cherish her memory is her husband of 40 years, Terry Calvin
Myers Sr.; son and daughter-in-law, Terry C. Jr. and Amy Myers; daughter and
son-in-law, Sarah Nicole Myers and Justen White; mother, Nancy Overfelt Hayes Blankenship; sister, Debra Hayes Fore; brother, William (Bill) Hayes; nephew,
William Travis Hayes; grandchildren, Devin, Dylan, Darby and Ellie Myers,
Joewell and Breanna Jackson and Justice White; great-grandson, Braydon Wayne
Myers; five aunts; five uncles; two great-uncles; one great-aunt; numerous
cousins; and her beloved dog, Moo Moo.
Funeral Services will be held at 1 p.m. on Thursday, April 17,
2014, at the Lotz Funeral Home Chapel in Vinton with Pastor Barry Witt
officiating. Interment will follow in Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Lynwood Blankenship poss son of Amos Kelly
Blankenship & Nancy Florence Dinkle
+2013, Moneta, Bedford Co., VA, Obituary
http://oakeys.com/?pagetype=obitlink&obit_id=1027786
Mandy Hartman Blankenship, 83, of Moneta, went to be with her heavenly Father Thursday July
4, 2013.
She is preceded in death by her son, Ray Garland
Blankenship. Mrs. Blankenship
was retired from the Roanoke City School Board. She was a loving wife and
mother who enjoyed cooking, quilting and her flowers.
Survivors include her husband
of 66 years Raymond G. Blankenship,
Sr.; sons, Gerald
Blankenship Jr. and wife
Sharon, Eddie Blankenship and life partner Robert Idol; daughter, Loretta Tuckwiller and husband Ralph; grandchildren,
Raymond Greg Blankenship, Audi Danielle Wimmer, Jimmie and Tonya
Brown; four great-grandchildren; two great-great grandchildren; brothers, John
Hartman and Ira Hartman and wife Joanne; numerous nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held 12 noon Monday at Oakey’s Vinton
Chapel with Rev. Sam Belisle officiating. Interment will follow in Blue Ridge
Memorial Gardens.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
1940 Census, Cave Spring District, Roanoke
Co., VA,
Hartman, James E. 47, M, VA, Head,
Hartman, Bertha M. 39, F, VA, Wife,
Hartman, Fannie G. 19, F, VA, Dau,
Hartman, Joseph L. 16, M, VA, Son,
Hartman, John H. 14, M, VA, Son,
Hartman, James A. 12, M, VA, Son,
Hartman, Mandy E. 09, F, VA, Dau,
Hartman, Ira E. 07, M, VA, Son,
Hartman, Anothy W. 05, M, VA, Son,
https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/VR1S-4KK
+2013, Moneta, Bedford Co., VA, Obituary
Bristol Herald Courier (VA) - October 15, 2013
Jack Edward Lacy Jr., 67 of Moneta, passed away Saturday, October
12, 2013, at Carilion Roanoke
Memorial Hospital. He was born on Sunday, February 3, 1946, in Bedford County,
a son of the late Jack Edward Lacy Sr. and Frances Anne Blankenship Keen.
He was also preceded in death by his step-father, Christopher Silas
Keen; a sister, Ruth Ann Keen; and a brother, Christopher Keen.
He was a truck driver with DSI, was a member of Morgans Baptist
Church, and a veteran of the U. S. Army having served in Vietnam.
Surviving is his wife, Cheryl Annette Stephenson Lacy; two sons,
Jack Edward Lacy III and fiance, Jeanette Krantz and her daughter, Dixie Krantz
of Bedford, Henderson Lane Lacy and wife, October of Bedford; a step son,
Matthew Alan Smith of Chantilly; three grandchildren, Dana Alexander Lacy,
Christopher Lacy and Katlyn Lacy;and a brother, John
Keen of Lynchburg.
Funeral services will be held 10 a.m. Wednesday, October 16, 2013,
at Morgans Baptist Church with the Rev. Rick Mallory officiating. Interment
will follow at the church cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Moneta, Bedford Co., VA, Obituary
Published in Roanoke Times from Oct. 23 to
Oct. 24, 2013
Rita Blankenship McGlothlin, 64, of Moneta, went to her heavenly home on October 20, 2013,
surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Roanoke to the late Otey and Hazel
Blankenship.
She was preceded in death by her parents and brother, Joseph
Blankenship.
She is survived by her husband of 44 years, James (Jim) McGlothlin;
daughter, Melissa Hearn and husband, James; son, James Matthew McGlothlin and
wife, Heather; grandchildren, Devin Taylor, Alex Hearn, Bailey Hearn, Cody
McGlothlin; and great-grandchild, Oliver Taylor; two sisters, JoAnn Linton, Debbie Sapp
and husband, James; brothers, Ricky Blankenship, Jesse Blankenship, Sonny Blankenship and wife, Teri; and many nieces and
nephews.
Rita was retired from Verizon with 34 years of service. She was a
member of Bonsack United Methodist Church and Life Happens Sunday School Class.
Rita and Jim took many cruises and vacations and loved to visit new places
"as long as they did it together". She was well known for her
cooking, especially "desserts" and cooked for many people who loved
her "new recipes". She loved her God, her husband, children and
grandchildren with all her heart and soul. Her beautiful smile, her laugh and
caring for all God's creatures will be sorely missed.
Thanks to all her many friends who called, visited and sent
numerous cards. They all helped her and Jim during this difficult time. Also,
thank to all her caregivers, especially Dr. Jones, Dr. Inhorn, Dr. Boyd, and
all the nurses, staff and others who gave her compassionate care during this
illness.
A celebration of her life will be held at 1 p.m. on Friday, October
25, 2013, at Bonsack United Methodist Church with Pastors Tim Tate and Mike
Miller officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Moneta, Bedford Co., VA, Obituary
The Roanoke Times, (VA) Date: December 9, 2014
Jean B. Campbell, of Moneta, went to meet our Heavenly Father on
Saturday, December 6, 2014. She was born on October 2, 1934 in Bakersfield
Calif. to Samuel and Nell (Miles) Ballantine.
She was preceded in death by husband, William E. Campbell, Jr.;
son, William David Campbell; and nephew, Mark Steven Crawford.
She is a 1952 graduate of Wm Fleming High School and a Golden
Colonel. She retired from the VA Medical Center after 30 years of service and
was a volunteer in the library at Moneta Elementary School. She was an avid
cross stitcher for which she won many ribbons and an undying Hokie Fan. She was
a lifelong member of the Trinity Lutheran Church Family.
Left to honor her memory are son, Mark and his wife, Dawn, and
their children Mark A., Erica and Darren Blankenship ; and her great-grandson, Jasper and Amelia Campbell. Also
a daughter, Cindy and husband Steven Doss, and their children Shawn Patrick
Troy, Michael Doss and his children Michael, Jr. and Jonathan Doss, Mark Alan
and wife Amber with their children, Katlin, Tristan, and Elijah Doss;
daughter-in-law, Lynn Stevens-Campbell; son, Nathan and great-grandson,
Nicholas Stevens; sister, Betty and husband Ron Crawford; niece, Cathy and
husband Jim Crawford; nephew, Ken and wife Sharon Crawford and their children,
Cade and Case. Along with special family friends Randall and Martha Dalton,
Judy Gerdeman and her family and many more friends that she also considered
family (you know who you are).
A memorial service celebrating Jean's life will be held 6 p.m.
Wednesday December 10, 2014 at Trinity Lutheran Church with Dr. Kenneth P. Lane
officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Thaxton, Bedford Co., VA, Death
Pauline Jones Blankenship, 85, of Thaxton, passed away Thursday, November 13, 2014.
Visitation will be 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, November 17, 2014, at
Burch-Messier Walnut Street Chapel, 1235 Walnut Street, VA, 540-586-7360.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Bland
+2013, Bland, Bland Co., VA, Obituary
http://www.vestfuneralhome.us/1973.html
Quinton Roosevelt Carroll, 94 of the Hollybrook Community, Bland
went to be with the Lord on Thursday, March 21, 2013 from Carrington Place, Wytheville [Wythe Co., VA]. He was born November 19, 1918 at Draper,
VA the son of the late Posey and Mae McPeak Carroll.
He was also preceded in
death by his wife, Lila Ellen Blankenship Carroll. Quinton was member of the Bland Masonic
Lodge #206, Bland V.F.W. Post #7969 and a veteran of World War II.
He is survived by two sons and daughter-in-law, Gary E. and Wanda
Carroll, Bland; Quinton G. Carroll, Dublin; a sister, Helen C. Tickle, Bland;
three grandchildren and spouses, Sonya Carroll and Jason Ramsey, Bland; John
Adam and Rebecca Carroll, Georgia; Leslie Carroll and John Thompson, Bland;
eight great-grandchildren, Erin E. Duncan, Haley N. and Taylor J. Ramsey; Maya
J. Carroll; Brady A. and Bailee R. Thompson, Peyton M. and Brady Quinton
Carroll.
Graveside Service - Saturday, March 23, 2013 at 1:00 P.M. at
Mountain Field Cemetery, Bland with military rites by the Bland Masonic Lodge
#206 and Bland V.F.W. Post #7969. Burial at Mountain Field Cemetery, Bland
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Bland, Bland Co., VA, Funeral
Published in Roanoke Times on April 14, 2013
Pearlie Mae Blankenship, 85, of Bland, died Friday, April 12, 2013.
Funeral is 3 p.m. Sunday, April 14, 2013, at A. Vest & Sons
Funeral Home, White Gate, 540-921-2985.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Bland, Bland Co., VA, Obituary
http://bdtonline.com/obituaries/x437163072/Pearlie-Mae-Blankenship
Pearlie Mae Blankenship, 85, of the Hollybrook Community, Bland, went to be with the Lord
on Friday, April 12, 2013 from the Pulaski
Health and Rehab Center. She was born on October 29, 1927 at Bland, VA the
daughter of the late Scott McKinley and Josephine Burton Harmon.
Also preceded in death by a stepmother, Annie Burton Harmon; her husband, Archie Walter Blankenship; a brother, Scott McKinley Harmon; a sister, Sadie Marie Rogers.
She was a charter member of the Bland VFW Ladies Auxiliary and worked 42 years
at the Bastian Tultex Company.
She is survived by one son,
Archie Dee Blankenship; one daughter,
Jenny Blankenship; three grandsons, Jason and Josh Gusler, Gary Blankenship and wife Amy Blankenship; two great-grandchildren,
Taryn and Jaci Blankenship; three sisters and brothers-in-law, Ethel and Larry Cox,
Shirley and Donnie Medley, Dwighty and Lonnie McMillan; six brothers, Wade
Harmon and wife Frances, Rod Harmon, Bob Harmon, Buck Harmon, Bill Harmon and
Emery Harmon; also numerous nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held today (Sunday ) at 3:00 p.m. at the
A. Vest & Sons Funeral Home, White Gate, VA with the Rev. Ted Anders
officiating. Burial in Mountain Field Cemetery, Hollybrook, VA
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Bland, Bland Co., VA, Obituary
Published in Roanoke Times on April 14, 2013
Mrs. Edyth Frances Medley Harris, 84, passed away Saturday, April
13, 2013, at her home in Bland after a long illness. She was born May 17, 1928,
in Sugar Grove to the late James Crockett and Lula Clyde Anderson Medley.
Edyth was a homemaker and worked on the farm until her health
forced her to stop. She was also a correspondent for The Bland Messenger for
several years. She was the last survivor of her immediate family.
She was preceded in death by a son, David Allen Harris; and a
great-grandson, Jonathan Washer.
Those left to cherish her memories are her husband of 62 years,
Henry Harris, of the home; two daughters,
Connie Blankenship, of Bland, and Rebecca Harris, of Bastian;
two sons and daughters-in-law, Carl and Nenita Harris, of Columbia, Md., Mark
and Sherry Harris, of Max Meadows; a grandson whom they raised and thought of
as a son, Carl Harris Jr. and wife, Sabrina, of Chilhowie; 11 other
grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren; special friends at Rural Retreat
Baptist Church; two special little friends, Elizabeth Garland and Lindsey
Price. Her little granddog, BeBe, also survives.
Per her wishes, only a graveside service will be held 4 p.m.
Monday, April 15, 2013, at Shiloh Cemetery, Hollybrook, with the Rev. Jason
McNeese officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Bland, Bland Co., VA, Obituary
http://vestfuneralhome.us/1973.html
Leonard Lee Blankenship, 65 of the No Business Community of Bland went to be with the Lord
on Saturday, November 2, 2013 at his home. He was born on November 13, 1947 at
Bluefield, WV the son of the late Edison Lee and Florence Geneava Nelson Blankenship.
He was retired from Bland Correctional Center as a Lieutenant with
31½ years service, was a U.S. Army veteran, a member of Wesendonck United
Methodist Church, loved to fish, enjoyed traveling and yard sales was his
favorite activity.
He is survived by his wife
of 42 years, Brenda M.
Blankenship; two sons and daughters-in-law, Lionel and Diane Blankenship,
Bland; Kris and Crissy Blankenship,
Bland; four brothers and sisters-in-law, Danny and Bonnie
Blankenship, Bland; Jerry Blankenship, Bland; Keith Blankenship, Charlotte, N.C.; Kyle (Bucky) and Pam Blankenship, Narrows; two sisters, Debra Wolfe, Bland; Mary Stanley, Pulaski; five grandchildren,
Kimberly, Karrie, Kathryn, Leland
Blankenship and Nate Houseman.
Funeral Services - Tuesday, November 5th at 1:00 P.M. at the A.
Vest & Sons Funeral Home with the Rev. Danny Shortridge and Rev. Wayne
Monroe officiating. Burial - Mountain Field Cemetery,
Hollybrook.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Bland, Bland Co., VA, Obituary
http://www.vestfuneralhome.us/1973.html
Virginia Ann Blankenship, 59 of the Hollybrook Community, Bland went to be with the Lord on
Wednesday, January 15th from her home. She was born on October 6, 1954 in Bland
County, VA the daughter of the late Archie Walter and Pearlie Mae Harmon Blankenship.
She is survived by two sons, Josh Gusler, Bland and Jason Gusler,
Petersburg; one brother, Archie Dee Blankenship, Bland; one nephew, Gary W. Blankenship and wife Amy; two great-nieces, Taryn and Jaci Blankenship; her two dogs, Shi and Sammy.
Funeral Service - Saturday, January 18th at 2:00 P.M. at the A.
Vest & Sons funeral home with Rev. Jim Conley officiating. Burial -
Mountain Field Cemetery, Bland
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Bland, Bland
Co., VA, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) - January 25, 2014
Henry R. Harris, age 85, of Bland, died Thursday, January 23, 2014
at his home. Born in Rich Valley, VA, he was the eldest of 13 children born to
the late Toby Carl and Lena Farmer Harris.
He was also preceded in death by his wife of 62 1/2 years, Edyth M.
Harris; a son, David Allen; an infant great-grandson, Jonathan Washer; four
brothers, Carl, June, George, and John Harris; two sisters, Margaret Thomas and
Bertha Zimmer.
Henry was a carpenter in Washington, D.C. for many years, retired
from the Radford Army Ammunition Plant, and a farmer. He is survived by two daughters, Connie Blankenship of Little Creek, VA and Rebecca Harris of
Bastian, VA; two sons, Carl (Nenita) Harris, Sr. of Columbia, MD and Mark
(Sherry) Harris of Max Meadows, VA; twelve grandchildren, 21
great-grandchildren; three sisters, Ella Mae (Jimmy) Tuggle of Marion, VA, Jean
(Ronnie) Crigger of Saltville, VA, Jenni Riley of Lebanon, VA; three brothers,
Bill Harris of Marion, VA, Tony (Rose) Harris of Chilhowee, VA, Ed Harris,
Mouth of Wilson, VA; numerous nieces and nephews also survive.
Funeral services will be Saturday, January 25, 2014 at 7:00 P.M. at
the A. Vest & Sons Funeral Home, White Gate, VA with the Rev. Jason McNeese
and Rev. Ron Patterson officiating. Burial in the Shiloh
Cemetery, Hollybrook.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Bland, Bland Co., VA, Obituary
The Register-Herald, (Beckley, WV) - March 14, 2014
Lorraine Diana Green, 61, of Bland, passed away on Sunday, March 9,
2014. Born on June 28, 1953, in Cub Creek, WV, to Friedman
Cline and Bertha Blankenship Cline.
Ms. Green was a homemaker and previously worked as an accountant.
She had a passion to help others and never asked anything in return. She
enjoyed golfing and was of the Baptist faith.
She was preceded in death by her brother, Benny Cline.
Survivors include her fiancé, Bill Sovine, of Bland, and sisters,
Linda Schiphof and Loeda Jackson and her husband Gleason.
In keeping with Lorraine's final wishes her services will be held
private.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Bland, Bland Co., VA, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) - April 18, 2014
John Henry French, 66, of Bland, VA went to be with the Lord on
Wednesday, April 16, 2014. He was born on July 24, 1947 in Bland County,
Virginia the son of the late Mitchell McKinley and Bertie Saunders French.
He was also preceded in death by three sisters, Shirley Mae
Cregger, Betty Patton and Thelma Sutphin; one brother, Hubert McKinley French.
John was a Pastor of New Hope Tabernacle in Bland for over 20
years.
He is survived by his wife, Linda G. French; one son, John French,
Jr., Bland; two daughters, Samantha
French, Bland; Tabitha
Blankenship, Bastian; two
grandsons, Jordan Fisher and Jeremy Dax; one brother, Wallace French, Bland;
one sister, Mary Edna Conley, Bland.
Funeral services will be Saturday, April 19, 2014 at 1:00 P.M. at
the A. Vest & Sons Funeral Home, White Gate with the Rev. Jeff Johnson
officiating. Burial in the Morning Star Cemetery, Bland.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Bland, Bland Co., VA, Obituary
The Bland County Messenger, (Marion, VA) - April 23, 2014
John Henry French, 66, of Bland, VA, went to be with the Lord on
Wednesday, April 16, 2014. He was born on July 24, 1947, in Bland County,
Virginia, the son of the late Mitchell McKinley and Bertie Saunders French.
He was also preceded in death by three sisters, Shirley Mae
Cregger, Betty Patton and Thelma Sutphin;and one
brother, Hubert McKinley French. John was a Pastor at New Hope Tabernacle in
Bland for over 20 years.
He is survived by his wife, Linda G. French; one son, John French
Jr., Bland; two daughters, Samantha
French, Bland, and Tabitha
Blankenship, Bastian; two
grandsons, Jordan Fisher, and Jeremy Dax; one brother, Wallace French, Bland;
and one sister, Mary Edna Conley, Bland.
A funeral service was held 1 p.m. Saturday, April 19, 2014, at the
A. Vest and Sons Funeral Home, White Gate where the Rev. Jeff Johnson and the
Rev. Shuman Duncan officiated. Burial was at the Morning Star Cemetery, Bland.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Mechanicsburg Community, Bland Co., VA, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) - July 4, 2014
Jimmy Roberts Sparks, 59 of the Mechanicsburg Community, Bland went
to be with the Lord on Tuesday, July 1, 2014. He was born in Welch, WV to the
late Ted T. and Thelma Barton Sparks.
He was a member of the Piney Ridge Pentecostal Holiness Church.
He was also preceded by a sister, Kathy Irene Sparks.
Left to cherish his memory is his wife, Vanessa Elaine Sparks; one
daughter and son-in-law, Angel Sparks (Dwayne) Cox, Max Meadows, VA; three sons and daughters-in-law, Jimmy Robert
Evans (Sue Ann) Sparks, Ceres, VA, William (Tiffany) Blankenship , Pearisburg, VA, Ted Matthew (Heather)
Sparks, Abbs Valley, VA, Tazewell, VA; two brothers, Ted (Sophia) Sparks,
Tazewell, VA, Ervin (Buffy) Sparks, Kentucky; two sisters and brother-in-law,
Janice (Paul) Hagerman, WV, Melba Diane Sparks, Rocky Gap, VA; 9 grandchildren, Desiree Morgan Cox,
Samuel Lee Sparks, Judy Ellen Sparks, Stephanie Elaine Blankenship , Kody Dean
Blankenship , Alexis Speaks, Andy Blankenship , Austin Matthew Sparks and Kaylynn Ann
Sparks; special family friend, Lisa Goodman.
Funeral services will be Saturday, July 5, 2014 at 2:00 PM at the
Mechanicsburg Christian Church, Mechanicsburg, VA with the Rev. Bobby Lewis and
the Rev. Dennis Haga officiating. Burial will follow at the Morning Star
Cemetery, Bland, VA The family will receive friends at
the church from 12 noon until service time.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Rocky Gap, Bland Co., VA, Obituary
http://hosting-22456.tributes.com/obituary/show/Janet-Blankenship-Martin-101973860
Janet Doris Blankenship Martin, 77 of Rocky Gap, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday,
December 13th, 2014 at her home, surrounded by her family. She was born in Glen
Lyn, Virginia on November 1st, 1937, and was the daughter of the late Drew Cephas and Gladys
Mae Meadows Blankenship.
In addition to her mother and father, she was preceded in death by her
husband, Robert Lee Martin, Jr., a daughter, Judy Mae Martin; a son, Jerry Lee
Martin; four brothers, Dailey Blankenship, Leonard Blankenship,
Timmy Blankenship, and Cephas Blankenship;
and one sister, Scarlett Rebecca Neal.
She was a retired employee of Bland County Nursing and
Rehabilitation Center in Bastian, Virginia, where she worked for many years as
a cook. Traveling and cooking were her passions. A loving wife, mother,
grandmother, great-grandmother, sister and friend, she will be dearly missed by
her family and many friends.
Left to cherish her memory are four daughters, Dorcas Martin of
Peterstown, Debra Catron and husband Everett of Rocky Gap, Rena Gaye Handy of
Forest Hill, West Virginia, and Tina Marie Shultz of Rocky Gap; two sons,
Robbie Lee Martin and wife Brenda Sue of Princeton, and Terry Dean Martin and
wife Anna Marie of Princeton; one grandson raised as a son, Douglas Leon
Martin; many grandchildren and several great-grandchildren; one sister, Sandra Diane
Herring of Winston-Salem, North Carolina; three brothers, Cloyd
Blankenship and wife Betty of
Bastian, Floyd Truman
Blankenship of Greenville,
West Virginia, and Rondle
Blankenship of Greenville,
West Virginia; and two terrific friends, Marvin Eugene Long of Peterstown and
Johnny Gill of Forest Hill.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday, December 17th, 2014 at 12
noon in the Chapel of Riffe's Funeral Service in Narrows with Pastor Daniel
Bradley officiating. Burial will follow in Fairview Cemetery in Narrows.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Botetourt
2013, Botetourt Co., VA, Obituary
Published in Roanoke Times on October 9, 2013
Ronald Lee (Ron)(Paw) Lucas, 64, of Botetourt County, died on
Sunday evening, October 6, 2013, at his home. He was Owner-President of R. L.
Lucas Construction Company, Inc. Ron was a member of Fincastle Presbyterian
Church, a Board Member of Botetourt County Historical Society, Inc., and a
former President of Historic Fincastle. Inc. (HFI). He was affiliated with the
Williamson Road Area Business Association and a former Mason.
Ron was an avid history buff who enjoyed architecture and restoring
old buildings and homes. He loved his dogs, Beaux and Lonestar, and cherished
the time with his grandsons. Ron's other hobbies included gardening, piddling
on the farm, listening to music and woodworking.
Ron was preceded in death by his mother, Marie Thompson Lucas; and
his twin grandchildren, Sebastian William and Scarlett Victoria Lucas.
Surviving are his devoted and loving wife of 41 years, Valerie
Minter Lucas; his daughter, Mandeline (Mandy) Suzanne Hetzel and husband, John,
of Southbury, Conn.; his son, Jason William Lucas and wife, Vicki, of
Fincastle, VA; his grandsons, PFC Dylan Blankenship, Jackson Connor Hetzel, Griffen William
Lucas, Kyle Braedon Hetzel and Sawyer James (Rooster) Lucas; his father, Jack
W. Lucas, of Roanoke, VA; and his brother, Stephen Ray Lucas and wife, Lucy, of
Texas.
A service celebrating Ron's life will be held at 11 a.m. on
Thursday, October 10, 2013, at Fincastle Presbyterian Church with the Rev. Dr.
Iain S. Maclean officiating. Interment will be at Godwin Cemetery, Botetourt
County.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Eagle Rock,
Botetourt Co., VA, Obituary
Edith Juanita Wren Blankenship, 86 [1928], of Eagle Rock passed away Friday,
October 10, 2014.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Allen
Blankenship.
She is survived by her sons
and daughters-in-law, Larry
A. Blankenship of Nelson Co.; Charles and Clara Blankenship of
Eagle Rock; David and Lisa Blankenship of Iron Gate; grandchildren, Larry
A. Blankenship II, Kelly and Travis
Blankenship; Ashleigh Partee
and husband, Austin, Thomas
Blankenship and wife, Amanda, Brandon Blankenship and wife, Beth; great-grandchildren, Kendzie, Gracie, Paris, and Eli Blankenship.
Graveside Services will be held 11a.m. Monday, October 13, 2014 in
the Galatia Presbyterian Church Cemetery with the Rev. Robert A. McRae
officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
SSDI: Blankenship,
Allen W., 73, 05Sep1924 - 26Jan1998, (72), VA-230-16-7296
Allen W Blankenship – b.05Sep1924 - Eagle Rock, VA; https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/KY7Q-W1Y
2013, Fincastle, Botetourt Co., VA, Obituary
Published in Roanoke Times from June 23 to
June 24, 2013
Gary Wayne Maynard, 53, of Fincastle (formerly of Pineville, North
Carolina) passed away Friday, June 21, 2013.
He was preceded in death by his father, John Maynard.
Surviving are his daughter and son-in-law, LeAnna Ratliff and
husband Race of Fincastle; mother, Mae Maynard of Bristol; brothers, Jim
Maynard and wife, Nell, of Raven; Donald Maynard and wife Jamie of Pineville,
North Carolina; Larry Maynard, of Grundy and Scott Maynard also of Pineville,
North Carolina; sisters, Ann Lester
of Bristol; Carol Sullivan and husband Marty of Maryland; Wilma Blankenship and husband Jamie of
Buchanan; and numerous nieces and nephews.
A Funeral Service will be conducted 2 p.m. Monday, June 24, 2013 in
the Mausoleum at Old Dominion Memorial Gardens.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Fincastle, Botetourt Co., VA, Obituary
The Roanoke Times, (VA) - July 30, 2014
Frank N. Ruff, 81, of Fincastle, passed away Monday, July 28, 2014.
He is predeceased by his parents Dawson W. Ruff and Maude Wilson
Ruff; brothers, Charles and Rodney Ruff; and sisters, Josephine Draper and
Catherine Draper.
He is survived by his wife, Tai Tanaka Ruff; sisters, Linda Thomas, of Fincastle, and Mary Jane Blankenship (Dale), of Mechanicsville;
and several nieces and nephews.
Mr. Ruff was employed as a supervisor at J.W. Hancock Steel Company
after a distinguished 18-year career in the United States Navy.
A memorial service will be conducted at Arlington Cemetery at a
later date.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Troutville,
Botetourt Co., VA, Obituary
Published in Roanoke Times on August 9, 2013
Sarah Ellen Overfelt Hodges, 71, of
Troutville, passed away Tuesday, August 6, 2013, and the Heavenly Angels took
our angel home.
Sarah was retired from B & L
Upholstery and was a member of Family Bible Fellowship. She loved baking,
cooking, sewing and laying out by her pool.
She was predeceased by her husband,
William Thomas Hodges, Sr. and parents, Allen (Sam) and Lear Hartman Overfelt.
Survivors include her son, William Thomas
Hodges Jr., the second love of her life; daughter-in-law, Jenny Hodges;
granddaughters, Marissa Tunno and Killey Renee; sisters and
brothers-in-law, Nancy Blankenship, Mary and Sonny Long, Bertha Blake and Richard;
brothers and sisters-in-law, Sam and Gloria Overfelt, Kelvin and Dreama
Overfelt, Joseph (Joe) and Ruth Overfelt; aunt, Frances Overfelt; uncles,
John Hartman, Ira Hartman and wife, Joanne, Raymond Blankenship; numerous nieces
and nephews, all of whom she spoiled; many cousins, her church family and
special friends.
Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m.
on Saturday, August 10, 2013, at the Lotz Funeral Home Chapel in Vinton with
the Rev. Barry Witt officiating. Interment will follow in Blue Ridge Memorial
Gardens.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Troutville, Botetourt
Co., VA, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) - January 17, 2014
Deceased Name:
Frances Akers Nelson
One of God's angels on earth, our beautiful sweet mother, Frances
Akers Nelson, 92, of Troutville, went home to be with her heavenly father, she
departed from this life at home with her family by her side on Wednesday,
January 15, 2014. Born December 10, 1921, a daughter of the late McKinley H.
and Eva Akers, she was the last surviving sibling of five children.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Benjamin D. Nelson and
infant daughter, Paulette.
She enjoyed sewing, crocheting, embroidering, quilting, gardening,
bird watching, and cooking. Her grandchildren's fondest memories, was going to
grandma's house eating her biscuits, cornbread, homemade soup, and fried apple
pies. She had a heart of gold always loving, giving, and caring. Her spirit,
faith, and compassion will remain deeply ingrained in all who was fortunate to
know and love her.
Left to cherish her memory are her ten children, Roger and Diane Nelson of Bedford; Gerry and Carl Taylor
of NC; Larry and Tina Nelson of Troutville; Ada and David Taylor of NC;
McKinley Nelson of Troutville; Terry and Jackie Nelson of Troutville; Andrew
Nelson of Bedford; Ruby and Wayne Keith of Troutville; Julie Russell of
Troutville; and Jackie and Lynn
Blankenship of Troutville;
twenty grandchildren: Greg, Melisha, Carla, Leisa, Jesse, Michael, Dee, Ann,
Linda, Bobby, Jennifer, Terry Jr., Lance, Jamie, Crista, David, Cheyenne, Erin,
Sean Jr., Lacey; 45 great-grandchildren; and eight great-great-grandchildren.
A celebration of Frances's Life will be held 6 pm, Friday, January
17, 2014 in the Buchanan Chapel of Botetourt Funeral Home with the Rev. Troy
Mays officiating. Graveside services will be held at 1 pm in Elgood Cemetery in
Elgood, WV. "If roses grow in heaven Lord, please pick a bunch for us,
place them in mom's arms and tell her they're from us. Tell her we love her and
when she turns to smile, place a kiss upon her cheek and hold her for
awhile." We were truly blessed to have you for our Mother.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Troutville, Botetourt Co., VA, Viewing
Sharon Blankenship Shevetz, 63, of Troutville, passed away Tuesday, March 18, 2014.
The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday at
Simpson Funeral Home, 540- 366-0707.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Bristol City
+2013, Bristol
City, VA, Obituary
Bristol Herald Courier (VA) - August 30, 2013
Dorothy Canter Williams, 88, of Bristol, VA, went to be with the
Lord, Wednesday, August 28, 2013, at Bristol Regional Medical Center. She was
born in Bristol, VA, a daughter of the late Haskell and Mary Little Canter. Mrs.
Williams was a lifelong resident of the area and retired from the Bristol
Virginia School System. She was a member of Reynolds Memorial United Methodist
Church.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by, her
husband, Frederick A. Williams; a son, Frederick A. Williams Jr.; and siblings, Haskell Canter
Jr., Benjamin L. Canter, Mildred Sharrett, Robert L. Canter and Beverly R.
Canter.
Survivors include her children,
Judith W. Blankenship and husband,
Claude, Janet W. Pauley and husband, Franklin,
Paul A. Williams and wife, Beth, and Rodger A. Williams; grandchildren, Jason
A. Blankenship and wife, Michelle, Joshua I. Blankenship , Ethan A. Williams, and Mairin E. Williams; great-grandchildren, Nathaniel Blankenship, and Preston Blankenship
; brother, Eddie W. Canter and wife, Laverne; sister-in-law, Lucy Hooper;
several nieces and nephews; and special friends, Hazel Moretz, Polly Dickson
and her Reynolds Memorial Church Family.
Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, August 31, 2013, at
Reynolds Memorial United Methodist Church with the Rev. Dr. Ralph Kidd
officiating. Burial will follow at Mountain View Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Jason Blankenship, Joshua Blankenship, Ethan Williams, Donald McGlothlin Jr.,
Jim Warren and Jay Barfield. Honorary pallbearers will be Herschel Stevens and
the men of Reynolds Memorial United Methodist Church.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Bristol
City, VA,
Obituary
Bristol Herald Courier (VA) - October 27, 2013
David Ray Ratliff, 64, of Bristol, VA, passed away on Friday,
October 25, 2013.
David's life revolved around being a husband, father, and
grandfather. He loved God, church and attending local revivals. David never met
a stranger and loved talking to people. He was a member of the Lions Club.
He was preceded in death by his father and mother, Toby and Lottie
Blankenship Ratliff.
He is survived by his wife Sondra Horne Ratliff; son, David Ray
Ratliff II and wife, Sherry, of Forest, VA, and their children, Cassidy,
Delaney and Kennedy; son, William Sparrell Ratliff and his children, Morgan and
Noah; and daughter, Andrea Catina Shea Ratliff.
The family will receive friends Monday, October 28, 2013 from 5
until 6:45 p.m. at Blevins Funeral Home. The funeral service will follow at 7
p.m. with Preacher Tim Wallingford officiating. The committal and interment
will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday, October 29, 2013, at Mountain View Cemetery in
Bristol, VA
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Bristol City, VA, Obituary
Bristol Herald Courier (VA) - November 16, 2013
Deborah Warf Blankenship, Bristol, VA, born September 22, 1953, went to be with the Lord
Wednesday, November 13, 2013, after a brief illness.
Debbie graduated from Grimsley High School in Greensboro, N.C., and
VI College in Bristol, VA She loved her job working in
retail. She also loved cats, growing flowers, reading, cooking, and spending
time with her family.
She was preceded in death by her husband, David
Blankenship; parents, Mable
and Letcher Warf; and dear sister, Dorcas McMurray.
She is survived by one brother, Robert Warf of Winston Salem, N.C.;
sisters, Sharon Abernathy of Valdese, N.C., Darlene Eades of Abingdon, Va,
Dreama Spence of Bristol, VA, Drucilla Morris of Morganton, N.C., and Lanice
Honaker of Greensboro, N.C. Also left to cherish her memory are many nieces and
nephews. Debbie will be missed by many who loved her, especially her niece and
friend, Kathryn and her special friend, David Spence, who she worked with on
many art projects.
A memorial service will be held 3 p.m. Saturday, November 16, 2013,
at the Frost Funeral Home Chapel with her brother-in-law, Sam Honaker
officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Bristol City, VA, Obituary
Bristol Herald Courier (VA) - March 1, 2014
Janet Williams Pauley, age 64, of Bristol, VA, passed away on
Wednesday, February 26, 2014, at Bristol Regional Medical Center. She was born
in Bristol, VA, a daughter to the late Fred A. and Dorothy Canter Williams.
Janet retired as Deputy Treasurer for the city of Bristol, VA, and
was a member of Reynolds Memorial United Methodist Church.
Along with her parents she was preceded in death by her brother,
Freddie Williams Jr.
Survivors include her husband of 12 years, C. Franklin Pauley Jr.; siblings, Judith Williams Blankenship and husband
Claude, Paul Williams and wife Beth, and Rodger
Williams; step children, Forrest A. Pauley and Seth Pauley of Asheville, NC.;
sister-in-law, Mary Jo P. Wagner and husband John Swope, of Nags Head, NC.;
granddaughter, Elsa Jane Pauley;and several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, March 4, 2014, a 1 p.m.
in the Weaver Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Ralph Kidd officiating.
Interment will follow at Mountain View Cemetery. Pallbearers include Kevin Corbett, Jim Warren, Josh Blankenship, Jason Blankenship,
Forrest Pauley, and Seth Pauley. Honorary pallbearers include Herschel Stevens,
Eddie Canter, Don McGlothlin, and Kevin McGlothlin.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Bristol City, VA, Obituary
Bristol Herald Courier (VA) - March 27, 2014
Mrs. Delilah Ellen Smith Hutchinson, 87, passed away Tuesday, March
25, 2014, at Lakebridge Health Care Center in Johnson City, [Washington
Co.,] Tenn. She was born
December 4, 1926, in Buchanan County, VA to the late Henry Rufus Smith and Mary Etta Brown Perkins Smith of
Jewell Ridge, VA
Mrs. Hutchinson lived much of her life in Big Rock, VA, where she
worked as a cook at Big Rock Elementary School before moving to Bristol in
1977. December 17, 1949, Ellen married Dallas Devere Hutchinson, who was her
loving husband of nearly 60 years until his passing June 19, 2009. Ellen lived
a spirited life and enjoyed gardening at her home and singing hymns she learned
in her youth. Though a dedicated worker in various capacities, she was happiest
when spending time with her family.
She was also preceded in death by her sisters, Vernie Eunice
"Toots" Smith Hurley (Elster), Roxie Virginia Smith, Frankie Smith
Ratliff (Amel), and Doris Jessie Smith Street (Elmer);brother, Marion Richard
Smith; half-sisters, Audrey Perkins Blankenship (Burt), Golden
Perkins, Loran Perkins, Cora Perkins, Rebecca Smith Rogers (Claude, Sr.), and
Nannie Bell Smith; half-brothers, William Leck Smith (Myrtle), Hannibal Hubert
Smith (Gladys), Dexter Perkins (Lennie Ellen), and Ivor Perkins.
Ellen is survived by two sons and their families, Wanson Devere
Hutchinson and wife Sharon McCoy Hutchinson of Bristol, VA, and their children,
Jason Kirk Hutchinson and wife, Kimberly Ann of Bristol, Tenn., and Sara Kate
Hutchinson Tallman and husband, Matthew of Bluff City, Tenn., Robbie Darin
Hutchinson of Bristol, VA, and his children, Shannon Luke Hutchinson and wife,
Rachael, of Bristol, VA with sons, Holden Luke and Collen Lane, and Amy Jocelyn
Hutchinson Roberts and husband, Billy, of Bluff City, Tenn. with daughter,
Bailly Faith and son, Eli Mason; two brothers, Chester Carl Smith and wife,
Gaynelle of Springfield, Ohio, and Wayne Elden Smith and wife, Norma of South
Vienna, Ohio; and a special niece, Ada Smith Horn (Harrison) of Meadowview, VA
Funeral services will be held 2 p.m., Friday, March 28, 2014, at
the Forest Hills Chapel of Farris Funeral Service with Pastor Wayne Lambert
officiating. Interment will follow in Forest Hills Memory Gardens with family
and friends serving as pallbearers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Bristol City, VA, Obituary
Bristol Herald Courier (VA) - July 18, 2014
Helen Louise Brown,
91, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 15, 2014, at Bristol Regional
Medical Center. She was born the oldest of eight children on May 31, 1923, in
Bristol, VA, to Hallie and Roy Blankenship.
She was preceded in death by her dear husband, Claude Brown; and
three sisters, Thelma Tuell, Emma Muller, and Shirley Fluck.
Helen loved to play Duplicate Bridge and Mah Jongg with her friends
and above all to read. She was President of the Civinette Club, volunteered at
Bristol Regional Medical Center and at Healing Hands Health Center, served on
the Board of Abuse Alternative and the Bristol Memorial Hospital Scholarship
Fund, attended Asher Business Women's School and was a member of Hill and Dale
Garden Club.
Helen is survived by her "beloved ones," her only child,
Marta Darlene Bush; two grandsons, Alex Bush and Kelley Bush; and one
great-granddaughter, Cricket Bush, all of Bozeman, Mont. She is also survived
by one sister, Ruby Oliver of Memphis, Tenn.; and three brothers, R. C.
Blankenship, Gene Blankenship and Claude Blankenship.
A Celebration of Life will be held at 3 p.m. on Friday, July 18,
2014, at Blevins Funeral & Cremation Services, 417 Lee St., Bristol, VA,
with Dr. Ross Dampier officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Buchanan
+2013, Davenport, Buchanan Co., VA, Obituary
Bristol Herald Courier (VA) - January 12, 2013
Cleora Breeding Sykes White, 91, passed away on Thursday, Jan. 10,
2013, with her family by her side. Cleora was born on Sept. 16, 1921, and was
preceded in death by her first husband, Carl Mosco Sykes; her second husband, Irvin White; and her daughter, Wilma Blankenship.
She is survived by two daughters, Eula Faye Owens and husband
Gerald, and Grace Joann Kiser and husband Garland; two sons, Raymond Edward
Sykes and wife Vanessa and Johnny Dewayne White and wife Paulette; one sister,
Ivanelle Deel and husband Earl; numerous grandchildren; great-grandchildren;
and great-great grandchildren.
A private memorial service was held for the family.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Deel, Buchanan Co., VA, Obituary
Bristol Herald Courier (VA) Date: December 8, 2014
Lonnie Love, 89 years of age, of Deel, VA, went home to be with the
Lord, Friday, December 5, 2014 at the Buchanan General Hospital, [Grundy, Buchanan Co., VA] following an extended illness. Born, January 26, 1925, at Stateline Ridge #1, near Bradshaw, WV,
the son of the late Lacy L. and Bessie Stacy Love.
He was a resident of Buchanan County many years and was a member of
the Deel Church of Christ. Lonnie served in the United States Navy during World
War II, stationed in the Philippines, Leyte and Luzon; the Gilbert Islands,
Makin;and the Aleutian Islands, Attu. He received the
Good Conduct Medal, American Defense Ribbon, Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Ribbon
and the Purple Heart. He was a member of John Ratliff Post #164 of the American
Legion and enjoyed hunting. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and was a retired Coal Miner.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of
69 years, Virgie Sarah Varney Love, March 7, 2013; five brothers, John R. Love,
Arvil Love, Tommy Love, Leslie Love and Lawrence Love; and two sisters, Edith
Gorman and Mable Rowe.
Those left to cherish his memory include one daughter, Haleta Ann
Love-Costa (husband Philip) of Deel, VA;one son, Lonnie Gene Love of Deel, VA;six
grandchildren, Lacy (Elizabeth) Love
of Big Rock, VA, Ann (Johnny) Love Smith of Hudson, NC., Sarah Jane Hargis of
Austin, TX, Leslie Kirby Lloyd of Caledonia, MS, Constance Deann Keen of Deel, VA,
Joe Blankenship of King Mountain, NC.; six great-grandchildren, Chad Slone of
Hudson, NC., Alexandria Love of Big Rock, VA, Cherish Lloyd of Caledonia,
Miss., Addison Smith of Hudson, NC., Jacob Lloyd of Caledonia, Miss., Jacoby Blankenship of King Mountain, NC.; one brother, Lacy
Love Jr. of Bristol, VA; two sisters, Lorraine Hersey of Conway, SC., and Carol
Key of Bristol, VA.
Funeral services will be conducted Monday, December 8, 2014 at 1
p.m. at the Deel Church of Christ with Evg. Bobby Yates and the Rev. John
Richard Rowe officiating with burial to follow in the Greenhills Memory
Gardens, Claypool Hill, VA Active Pallbearers will be Joseph Love, Jim Love,
Billy Key, Jake Stacy, Arvil Love, Jr. and Norman Love. Honorary Pallbearers
will be Members of the Deel Church of Christ. Full Military Graveside Rites
will be conducted at the cemetery by members of John Ratliff Post No. 164 of
the American Legion.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Drill, Buchanan Co., VA, Obituary
http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi?page=gr&GRid=129563507
Mr. Bobby "Bunk" Blankenship, age 67, of
Drill, VA, passed away Thursday (May 8, 2014) in a Richlands, Virginia
hospital. Born April 10, 1947 in Drill, VA, he was a son of the late Robert
"Bob" and Romia Mae Hess Blankenship.
A lifelong resident of the area, he was a
1965 graduate of Honaker High School. His love for the community prompted him
to become the founder of Drill Forever Newsletter in 2004, because he was
passionate about keeping our heritage alive. He was a faithful member of the
Drill Senior Citizens. A disabled coal miner, he had been employed by Island
Creek VP#3 and was a member of the United Mine Workers of America Local 1640.
He was an avid New York Yankees fan and devoted many years to Honaker Little
League. He was of the Christian faith and spent many hours during his last days
praying and praising the Lord.
In addition to his parents, he was
preceded in death by two sisters, Geneva Baldwin and Lorene Blankenship and one brother,
Bennie
Blankenship.
Survivors include his loving wife
of forty-two years, Lucy Hess Blankenship, who unselfishly cared for him during his sickness;
one son, Tony Blankenship and wife, Rachel of Swords Creek; one daughter,
Jeanine Israel and
husband, Tim of Honaker; six grandchildren, Benny Blankenship and wife,
Brooke, Brandy Caudill Miller and husband, Joel, Katie Caudill, Bethany
Blankenship, Cody Israel and wife, Kristy and Stephanie Israel; one great-grandson,
Caleb
Mitchell Blankenship; two sisters, Bernice Dennis of Honaker and Phyllis Wilson and
husband, Harless of Trenton, Florida; several special nieces and nephews also
survive and he was known as Papaw Bunk to many.
Funeral services will be conducted at 2
PM Sunday in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. David Perkins and Rev.
Chester Ball officiating. Interment will follow in the Baldwin Cemetery at
Drill, Virginia. Pallbearers will be Brandon Baldwin, Daniel Baldwin, Justin
Baldwin, Mickey Compton, Allen Smith, Zak Ray, Blake Ray, Cody Israel, Jeff
Hess and Jonathan Mitchell. Honorary pallbearers will be Don Hess, Lucas Blankenship, Larry Rasnake,
Bruce Baldwin, Stevie Thomas, Jason Thomas, Ricky Hess, Roger Hess, Ernie
Penley, Lehman Tiller, Keith Osborne and members of the Drill Senior Citizens
and the Gravediggers.
+2013, Grundy, Buchanan Co., VA, Obituary
https://obittree.com/obituary/us/virginia/grundy/virginia-funeral-home/ada-blankenship/1486487/
Ada Elizabeth Blankenship, Age 79,
Wolford, Virginia passed away Friday, February 1, 2013 at Heritage Hall Nursing
Home at Grundy,Virginia. Born June 26, 1933 in Buchanan County, she was the
daughter of the
Late Arthur and Gracie Charles Blankenship.
She was a homemaker.
Survivors Include; 1 son – Lenzie Allen
Blankenship of Wolford, Virginia; 1 Brother Hibbert Blankenship of Wolford,
Virginia
Funeral services will be held on Wednesday,
February 6, 2013 12 Noon at the Virginia Funeral Home Chapel, Grundy With Elders Larry Gibson, Josh Justus, Jr., Steve Baker,
Danny Cooper Justus and James Stacy officiating with burial to follow in the
Charles Cemetery at Hurley, Virginia. Serving as pallbearers will be family and
friends. Virginia Funeral Home of Grundy.
+2014, Grundy, Buchanan Co., VA, Obituary
http://www.grundyfuneralhome.com/obituarydetails.aspx?did=57cca19b-8071-40c8-861a-8f7af7743866
Bobby Blankenship JR., 67 years of age of Grundy, VA, passed away Tuesday, November 4,
2014 at the Buchanan General Hospital following an extended illness. Born in
Buchanan County, he was the son of the late Nickodemis and Virginia Lester Blankenship.
He was a lifelong resident of Buchanan County and of the Old
Regular Baptist Faith. He loved to hunt and fish and was a disabled Coal Miner.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by 2-Sisters: Alfie Hurley
and Wanda Wajdawg; 4-Brothers: Stevie
Dean Blankenship, Larry Blankenship, Roger Blankenship
and Jerry Blankenship.
Those left to cherish his memory include, 5-Sisters: Dreama
Blankenship, Old Lesters Fork
Road, Grundy, VA, Linda (Bill) Light, Hurley, VA, Paula (Fred) Hackney, Hurley, VA, Judy (Tommy) Smith,
Hurley, VA, Michelle
Blankenship, Charlottesville,
VA; 2-Brothers: Hufford (Janet) Blankenship, Elkton, MD, and Elmer (Lauren)
Blankenship, Onley, MD;
several Nieces and Nephews.
Funeral Services will be conducted Thursday, November 6, 2014 at
1:00 P.M. at the Grundy Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Mike Ashby officiating
with burial to follow in the Mountain Valley Memorial Park, Big Rock, VA Active Pallbearers will be family and friends.
Honorary Pallbearers will be Employees of Heritage Hall Nursing Home and
Buchanan General Hospital.
+2014, Grundy, Buchanan Co., VA, Obituary
http://www.tricities.com/obituaries/article_ea2b567f-7e04-5385-90f6-88c9075cac0e.html
Laura Blankenship Mullins, 89 years of age, of Grundy, VA, passed away Monday, December 29,
2014 at the Bristol Regional Medical Center, Bristol, Tenn., following an
extended illness. Born in Hurley, VA, she was the daughter of the late Simon and Eva
Blankenship.
She was a lifelong resident of Buchanan County and was a member of
the Vansant Presbyterian Church since March 28, 1956 with many years of perfect
attendance. Laura was a member of the American Legion VA Ladies Auxiliary and
Owner of Mullins Upholstery in Vansant for 47-years. She was a loving wife,
mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and was a
wonderful homemaker and loved gardening and sewing. She was the last surviving
member of her immediate family.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her
husband, Frank Mullins (1975); one son, Larry Mullins (2013); seven sisters, Chloe Owens,
Zadie Blankenship, Worthy Mounts, Stella McGraw, Gladys Gibson, Alice Rowe
and Lula Matney; and one brother, Jim
Blankenship.
Those left to cherish her memory include, one daughter, Sandy
Stiltner, Grundy, VA; two sons, Frank (Linda) Mullins Jr., Bristol, Tenn.,
Billy D. (Sharleen West) Mullins, Poquoson, VA, and Kill Devil Hills, N.C.; one
daughter-in-law, Judy Street Mullins, Abingdon, VA; 13 grandchildren, 20
great-grandchildren; special friend, Mary Yates, Oakwood, VA
Funeral Services will be conducted Friday, January 2, 2015 at 1
p.m. at the Grundy Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Curtis Stacy and Evg. Mike
Rife officiating with burial to follow in Mountain Valley Memorial Park, Big
Rock, VA Active Pallbearers will be Grandchildren.
Honorary Pallbearers will be James Mounts, Mike Mullins, Gary Rose, Ronnie
Phillips, Donnie Phillips, Nathan Harper, Jim Childress, Gene Sutherland, Rex
Spencer and Bobby Large.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Hurley, Buchanan Co., VA, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) - June 23, 2013
Retha Sparks Justus, 66 years of age, of the Davis Fork Section of
Hurley, VA, passed away Friday, June 21, 2013 at her home following a brief
illness. Born in Buchanan County, she was the daughter of the late Dave and
Hettie Sparks of Wolford, VA
She was a lifelong resident of Buchanan County and a member of the
North Springs Old Regular Baptist Church. She was a volunteer for the Hurley
Community Center and the Buchanan County School System for several years. She
was also an avid quilter. She made and donated quilts for benefit shows and
different youth organizations throughout the United States. She was a loving
wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and was a
wonderful homemaker.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her
husband, Clifford Justus; two sons: Larry Randell Sparks and Jeffery Dwight
Justus; one son-in-law: Alvie Stacy; one great-grandchild:
William (A. J.) Blankenship; two sisters: Opal Baker and Audrey Sparks; seven brothers:
A.C. Sparks, Kermit Sparks, Junior Sparks, Johnny Sparks, Verner Sparks, Kelly
Sparks and Clifford Sparks.
She is survived by four daughter: Dreama Lynn Stacy of Hurley, VA,
Mary (Ronnie) Clabough of Hurley, VA, Samantha (Derick) Stacy of Hurley, VA,
Patricia (Chris) Waters of Big Rock, VA; three sons: Jessie (Rita) Justus of
Hurley, VA, Jimmy Justus (Fiancée Billie Harris) of Hurley, VA, Billy (April)
Justus of Wolford, VA; two sisters: Lonie Stacy of Wolford, VA, Harriett (John)
Justus of Hurley, VA; four brothers: Hobart Sparks of Wolford, VA, Eli (Pinkie)
Sparks of Wolford, VA, Ed (Peggy) Sparks of Whitewood, VA, Henry (Ann) Sparks
of Michigan. Also, survived by 21 grandchildren and 12
great-grandchildren.
Funeral Services for Retha Sparks Justus will be conducted Tuesday,
June 25, 2013 at 2:00 P.M. at the North Springs Old Regular Baptist Church at
Wolford, VA, with North Springs Old Regular Baptist Preachers officiating with
burial to follow in the Justus Cemetery on Davis Fork, near Hurley, VA Active
pallbearers will be nephews.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Hurley, Buchanan Co., VA, Obituary
http://www.shortridgeramey.com/obituaries/Lottie-Blankenship-Blankenship?obId=542102#/obituaryInfo
Lottie
Blankenship Blankenship, 94 years of age of the Knox
Creek section of Hurley, VA, passed away Friday, July 5, 2013 in Bristol
Regional Medical Center, Bristol, TN. Born July 1, 1919 in Buchanan County, VA,
she was the daughter of the late Albert
Blankenship and Sally Estep Blankenship.
Lottie was a
member of the Knox Creek Church of God, Hurley, VA, enjoyed quilting,
gardening, was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother
and great-great grandmother.
In addition to
her parents, Albert Blankenship and Sally Estep
Blankenship, she was preceded in death by sister,
Siller Blankenship, brothers,
Chapel, Larkin and Dave Blankenship, one great-grandchild, two great-great
grandchildren. She was the last surviving member of her immediate family.
Survivors
include her sons, Raymond Blankenship and wife Oma Jean of Hurley, VA, Chester (Chet) Blankenship and
wife Audrey of Paynesville, WV, Willie
Blankenship and wife Barbara of Grundy, VA She is
also survived by eighteen grandchildren, twenty-three great-grandchildren,
three great-great grandchildren.
Funeral
services will be conducted at the Blackey Baptist Church, Hurley, VA, Tuesday, July 9, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. with Reverend Doug Blankenship and Sister Edna Blankenship officiating. Burial will follow
in the Charlie Davis Cemetery, Hoover Camper Road,
Hurley, VA Active pallbearers will be her family and friends.
+2014, Keen Mountain, Buchanan Co., VA, Obituary
Princeton Times (WV) - May 15, 2014
Preston Dewey Harman, age 82 of Keen Mountain, Virginia, passed
away Wednesday, May 14, 2014 at Clinch Valley Medical Center, [Richlands,
Tazewell Co., VA]. Born
January 30, 1932 he was the son of the late Lance L. and Dorsie Arnold Harman.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his
stepmother, Marie Rachel Harman; one son, Robert "Dewey" Preston
Harman; son-in-law, James "Pete" Sword; siblings, Nathel Elswick, Tinia Blankenship
and Ruth Owens.
He is survived by his loving wife,
Betty Ann Blankenship Harman; two daughters, Kathy Ann Sword of Cedar
Bluff, VA and Sue Wade and husband Mike of Richlands, VA; one son, Codie Harman
and wife Holli of Keen Mountain, VA; grandchildren, Chuck Sword, James Sword
and wife Tabatha, Chad Wade and wife April, Justin Wade, Dr. Nicholas Harman
and wife Sarah and Sarah Harman Sells and husband Jason; great grandchildren,
Lauren Sword, Anna Sword, Maddie Wade and Logan Sword.
Funeral services will be conducted at 1:00 P.M. Saturday, May 17,
2014 at Singleton Funeral Service Chapel at Cedar Bluff, Virginia with the Rev.
Raymond Amos, Sr. officiating. Burial will follow in the Greenhills Memory
Gardens at Claypool Hill, Virginia. Pallbearers will be grandchildren.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Lynn Camp, Buchanan Co., VA, Obituary
Bristol Herald Courier (VA) - January 10, 2013
Gerald Hank Blankenship, 61 years of age, of the Lynn Camp section of Buchanan County, VA,
passed away, Monday, Jan. 7, 2013, at his residence. Born Feb. 16, 1951, in
McDowell County, WV, he was the son of the late Virgil Roy
and Fay Fields Blankenship.
Gerald was a member
of the Grundy Church of Christ, was an avid drag racer in which he had won
numerous awards since 1967. He was currently employed by Car Quest in Hurley, VA,
and the IHRA-Internal Hot Rod Association as a technical director. He was a
loving husband, father and grandfather.
Survivors include his wife,
Brenda Faye Baldwin Blankenship of the home; daughter, Kimberly
Michelle Blankenship Dykes and husband, Christopher Paul, of Bristol,
VA; sons, Anthony Leon Keen and wife, Kayla, of Piney Flats, Tenn., and Wesley
Ryan Keen and fianc‚, Jessica Looney, of Grundy, VA He is also survived by his
grandson, Brantley Colton Dykes; and two step-granddaughters, Emma Grace Keen
and Layla Faith Keen.
Funeral services for Gerald Hank Blankenship will be conducted at the Shortridge-Ramey Funeral Home Chapel in
Grundy, Friday, Jan. 11, 2013, at 1 p.m., with Pastors Dennis Wimmer and Wade
McGeorge officiating. Burial will follow at Mountain Valley Memorial Park, Big
Rock, VA Active pallbearers will be the employees of Car Quest of Hurley.
Honorary pallbearers will be Anthony Keen, Ryan Keen, Junior Jackson,
Christopher Paul Dykes, Chris Justus, Troy Viers and the employees of
IHRA-Internal Hot Rod Association.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Oakwood, Buchanan Co., VA, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) - August 10, 2014
Hazel Floriene Roberts Elster, 92 years of age of Oakwood, VA,
passed away Saturday, August 9, 2014 in the Johnston Memorial Hospital, Abingdon, [Washington Co.], VA Born in McDowell County, WV, December
24, 1921, she was the daughter of the late John Harvey Roberts and Rinda Hagy
Roberts.
Mrs. Elster was a member of the Garden Creek Church of Christ and
attended Business College in Johnson City, TN. She was retired from the
Buchanan County Social Services after 27 years of service. She enjoyed
gardening and cooking. Loving mother, grandmother and
great-grandmother.
In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by one sister,
Della Mae Lambert; brother, Jess Roberts and her stepfather, Thomas Morrison
Boggs.
She is survived by two daughters,
Carole (Doss) Trammell of Vancouver, WA, Sharon (Terry) Blankenship of Oakwood, VA; two grandsons, Jonathan
(Bobbi) Ratliff of Richlands, VA, Dr. David (Irene) Ratliff of Richlands, VA
and one great granddaughter, Harper Mai Ratliff. She is also survived by two
nieces, Debbie Elswick of Grundy, VA, Beverly Light of Christianburg, VA;
nephew, Johnny Roberts of Alexandria, VA Special aunt, Marilyn Cruze of
Abingdon, VA and close dear friend, Gail Hurley of Vansant, VA
Funeral services for Hazel Floriene Roberts Elster will be
conducted Monday, August 11, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. at the Garden Creek Church of
Christ, Oakwood, VA with Evg. Adam Farmer officiating. Burial will follow in
the Mountain Valley Memorial Park, Big Rock, VA Family and friends will serve
as active pallbearers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Oakwood, Buchanan Co., VA, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) Date: November 6, 2014
Lillian Lucille Sargent Blankenship, 82 years of age of Oakwood, VA, passed away Tuesday,
November 4, 2014 at Clinch Valley Medical Center, Richlands, VA Born February
11, 1932 in Richlands, VA, she was the daughter of the late Allen and Viola
Harless Sargent.
Lillian had attended Richlands High School, enjoyed working puzzles
and cooking for her family, and was a retired food service worker with the
Buchanan County School System. A loving mother, grandmother,
sister and aunt.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Marel Eugene Blankenship; brother John Sargent; sisters Mary
Russell and Juanita Sargent.
Survivors include her son
Danny Blankenship and wife Sue of Oakwood, VA; daughters Debra Stacy and husband Larry of Grundy, VA, Denise Hyatt and husband Robert of Tazewell, VA; brothers Jack Sargent of
Bristol, VA, Emmit Sargent of Richlands, VA, James Sargent of Brownsville, TX,
George Sargent of Richlands, VA; sisters Sylvia Bennett of Blountville, TN,
Margaret Street of Baltimore, MD. She is also survived by her grandson Brian Blankenship of Petersburg, VA, several nieces and nephews.
Funeral service will be conducted at the Shortridge-Ramey Funeral
Home Chapel of Keen Mountain, VA, Friday, November 7, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. with
Reverend Jerry Ward and Brother Carl Harman officiating. Burial will follow in
the Greenhills Memory Gardens, Claypool Hill, VA
Active pallbearers will be Larry
Stacy, Robert Hyatt, Ryan White, Robert (Bob) Blankenship, Ray Blankenship and Eddie Stiltner.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Marel E. Blankenship – b.24Aug1933 - Oakwood, VA; https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:KY4V-6GP
+2013, Rowe,
Buchanan Co., VA, Obituary
Bristol Herald Courier (VA) - September 7, 2013
Mrs. Teresa Jane Peck, 53, of the Drill mountain section of Rowe, VA
went to be with the Lord on Thursday September 5, 2013 in a Richlands, [Tazewell Co.], VA hospital after a courageous battle
with ovarian cancer. Born July 18, 1960, in Richlands, VA, she was a daughter
of the late Eldon McKinley and Janice Virginia Brown Compton.
A lifelong resident of the area, she was a 1977 graduate of Garden
High School. She was member of Robinson Fork Holiness Church. She gave her life
to the Lord as an eight year old girl and devoted her entire life to going to
church, serving the Lord and witnessing to others.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by one
brother, Eldon Kenneth Compton.
Survivors include her husband of 37 years, Curtis Peck of the home;
one son, Cody Tyler Peck of the home; three sisters, Wanda Helton and husband, Clarence of Swords Creek, Brenda Blankenship and husband,
John of Clifton Fork, VA and Sharon Helton and
husband, Darrell of Finney, VA; several nieces and nephews; and she was loved
very much by Roger and Peggy Harris of North Carolina.
Funeral services will be conducted 11 a.m. Monday, September 9,
2013, at the Rowe Pentecostal Holiness Church in Rowe, VA with the Rev. Michael
Justice and the Rev. Ralph Shortridge officiating. Interment will follow in the
Whitt Cemetery at Drill, VA Nephews will serve as
pallbearers. Nieces and nephews will serve as honorary pallbearers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Rowe, Buchanan Co., VA, Obituary
Bristol Herald Courier (VA) Date: September 10, 2014
Tina Keen, 42, of Rowe, Virginia, passed away Monday, September 8,
2014, in a Richlands, [Tazewell Co.], Virginia hospital. Born August 30, 1972, in Richlands, Virginia,
she was a daughter of Gertrude Keen of Rowe, Virginia.
A lifelong resident of the area, she was of the Pentecostal faith.
She had formerly been employed as a mail carrier for Tru-Point Bank and had
worked for Buchanan County School System as a substitute cook and custodian for
many years.
She was preceded in death by her special daddy, Edd Keen; paternal
grandparents, George Howard and Jenny Belle Keen; and maternal grandparents,
John William and Ollie Street.
In addition to her mother, survivors include her special mother,
Beulah Dye and husband, Ralph;, five sisters,
Betty Sue Woodward and husband, Don of Bristol, Virginia, Margaret Blankenship and husband,
Ronnie of Abingdon, Martha Campbell and husband,
Arnold "Bounce", Rita
Blankenship and husband, Keith, and
Diane Cook and husband, Ronnie all of Rowe, Virginia; two brothers, Frank Keen
and wife, Rebal of Grundy, and Joe Keen and wife, Wanda of Rowe; special
friends, Shelley Stout and Billy Carol Keene; and several nieces, nephews,
great-nieces, and great-nephews.
Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Wednesday, September
10, 2014, with the Rev. Troy Lester and the Rev. Fairley Spencer officiating.
Interment will follow at Ketron Memorial Gardens in Lebanon, Virginia.
Relatives and friends will serve as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers will be
Walter Cook, Hunter Cook, Heather Coleman, Megan Cook, Dewayne Campbell, Kandi
Campbell, Gary Keen, Crystal Clevinger, Nick Keen, Kimba Keen, Brian Blankenship, April Cole, Jeff Woodward, and Jennifer
Profitt.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Vansant, Buchanan Co., VA, Obituary
Bristol Herald Courier (VA) - March 10, 2013
Virgie Sarah Varney Love, 84 years of age, of Deel Hill in Vansant,
passed away Thursday, March 7, 2013, at her home, following an extended
illness. Born in Buchanan County, VA, she was the daughter of the late Alex and
Eva Dawson Varney.
She was a life-long resident of Buchanan County and was a member of
the Deel Church of Christ. She held an Associate's Degree from Clinch Valley
College, a Bachelor of Science Degree from Pikeville College and a Master of
Arts Degree from East Tennessee State University. She was a teacher with the
Buchanan County School System for more than 30 years.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by one
sister, Bessie M. Stacy; and two brothers, Dewey Varney and Hallard Varney.
She is survived by her husband, Lonnie Love Sr., Vansant; one son,
Lonnie Gene Love, Deel, VA; one daughter, Haleta Ann Love (Philip) Costa, Deel;
six grandchildren, Lacy (Elizabeth)
Love, Big Rock, VA, Ann (Johnny) Love Smith, Hudson, N.C., Sarah Jane Hargis,
Austin, Tenn., Leslie (Kirby) Lloyd, Caledonia, Miss., Constance Deann Keen,
Home Creek, VA, and Joe Blankenship, Deel; and six great-grandchildren, Chad Slone, Hudson, Alexandria Love, Big Rock,
Cherish Lloyd, Caledonia, Addison Smith, Hudson, Jacob Lloyd, Caledonia, and Jacoby
Blankenship , Big Rock.
Funeral services will be conducted Sunday, March, 10, 2013, at 1
p.m. at the Deel Church of Christ, with Evg. Fred Osborne, Evg. Larry Arnold,
Evg. Bobby Yates and the Rev. John Richard Rowe officiating, with burial to
follow in Greenhills Memory Gardens, Claypool Hill, VA Active pallbearers will be L.A. Lacy Love, Joseph "Joe" Blankenship, Kirby
Lloyd, William Key II, Joseph Love, James Love and Johnny Smith. Honorary
pallbearers will be George "Bud" Looney, Bob Cox, Bobby Yates, Dewey
"Bud" Looney, Rury Osborne and Henry Stiltner.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Vansant, Buchanan
Co., VA, Obituary
Published in Bristol Herald Courier from September 6 to
September 7, 2013
Joseph Wilson Street, 90, of the Dry Fork
section of Vansant, a., went to be with the LORD, Thursday, September 5, 2013,
at his residence surrounded by family. Born in Buchanan County, Va, December 20, 1922, he was the son of the late James
Tildon Street and Patty Looney Street.
Joe was a retired coal miner having
worked in the mining industry for over 40 years. No matter where Joe was, his
passion for animals and love of nature followed. He loved all his pets, which
at times, included squirrels, raccoons and birds of all kinds. Besides the love
of animals, Joe loved plants, tending to trees which he started from seeds and vegetable gardens was one of his favorite pastimes. He was
an avid fisherman whether it be on the banks of New
River or deep sea fishing with family and friends. He always kept his camera on
hand for that special photo of the biggest catch of the day or one of the
children's special moments. He will be missed terribly by his ever-present
Chihuahua, Sam. Joe was a member, deacon and trustee of Victory Baptist Church
where he was choir director for many years, and a member of the John Ratliff
Troop Post #164. He served in the U.S. Army in the 101st Airborne Division as a
Paratrooper in World War II. He was a loving husband,
father, brother, father-in-Law, papaw and great-papaw.
In addition to his parents, Joe was
preceded in death by his loving wife of 65 years, Frankie Mae Mullins Street;
his son, Donald Drew Street; three sisters, Bertha Shortridge, Gertrude Church,
and Rosie Vandyke; two brothers, Harrison Street, and Arvil Street; and one
brother-in-law, Basil Looney.
He is survived by four daughters,
Lois Ann (Larry) Clarke, and LaDonna (John) Boardwine of Bristol, Tenn., Reva
(Jerry) Fields, and Jan (Ralph) Blankenship of Vansant, VA; three sons, Joe Gary (Lanette) Street, and Michael
(Bertha) Street of Vansant, VA, and Jimmie (Barbara) Street of Bristol, Tenn.;
one sister, Linnie Looney of Spartanburg, S.C.; and one brother-in-law, Dannie
Looney of Alamo, Tex.Joe was a proud grandfather of 15 grandchildren;
Frank Glasscock, Alan Clarke, Jodi Reynolds, Jessica Savage, Jonathan Street,
April Dalpiaz, Brandi Clevinger, Heather Thomas, Josh Street, Dr. Dia Owens,
Jeremy Fields, Marc Blankenship, Shawna Rader, Joey Powers and Tanner Boardwine.;
he is also survived by 22 great-grandchildren.
A Celebration of Life will be conducted
Sunday, September 8, 2013, 2 p.m. at the Shortridge-Ramey Funeral Home Chapel,
Keen Mountain, VA, with Pastor Phillip Cook, Pastor Larry D. Ratliff Sr. and
Pastor Benny Williams officiating. Full military rites will be conducted at the
funeral home by The American Legion Post # 164. A private graveside service
will be held at the Street Family Cemetery on Dry Fork, Vansant, VA Grandsons
will serve as active pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers will be the Members of
Victory Baptist Church, and Dr. Dia Owens.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Vansant, Buchanan Co., VA, Obituary
Bristol Herald Courier (VA) - October 28, 2013
Mr. Daniel "Boone" Duty, 60, of the Hurricane Creek
section of Vansant, VA, passed away Sunday morning, October 27, 2013, at a Richlands, [Tazewell Co.], VA Hospital. Born April 17, 1953, in
Davenport, VA, he was a son of the late Clayton Tiller and Pearl Duty Gibson. A
lifelong resident of the area, he was a member of Boyd-Ratliff Chapel. He was a
self-employed truck driver and enjoyed riding horses and four wheelers. He was
a devoted husband, father, and grandfather.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one sister,
Loretha Barton; one brother, John Henry Lester; maternal grandparents, Benjamin
and Matilda Duty; paternal grandparents, Garland and Lennie Tiller; foster
parents, Henry and Elaine Lester; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Clarence
Barton Jr. and Verna Bethel Barton; sister-in-law, Jessica Sexton; and
brother-in-law, Freddie Charles "Boe" Barton.
Survivors include his wife of 14 years, Nina Barton Duty of the
home; son, Duane Duty of the home; three step-sons, Kevin Burress and wife,
Cyndi of Tazewell, VA, Chris Burress and wife, Jessica of Breaks, VA and Greg
Burress and wife, Teresa of Swords Creek, VA; nine grandchildren, Cody Lester,
Shonna Lester, Miranda Burress, Kyle Wiggs, Sarah Wiggs, Cheyenne Burress,
Kaylee Burress, Jordyn Burress, and Piper Burress; one brother, Tolbert Adkins
and wife, Donna of Vansant, VA; sister, Janie May and husband, Dean of Thacker,
WV; special sister, Narcie Blankenship and husband,
Carlos of Vansant, VA; brothers-in-law and
sisters-in-law, the Rev. Avery and Debbie Barton, Harold and Sue Wilson, Johnny
and Betty Crabtree, Rex and Melissa Green, Darlene Barton, Gary Barton, and
Brenda Lester; and several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be conducted 2 p.m. Tuesday, October 29,
2013, at the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Avery Barton and Danny
Breeding officiating. Interment will follow at the Barton Family Cemetery on
Back Hurricane, VA Pallbearers will be Kevin Burress,
Chris Burress, Greg Burress J.R. Ratliff, Duane Duty, Eugene Hackney, Tolbert
Adkins, and Otis "Peanut" Gilbert. Nephews and brothers-in-law will
serve as honorary pallbearers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Buckingham
+2014, Arvonia, Buckingham Co., VA, Obituary
The Daily Progress, (Charlottesville, VA) Date: November 27,
2014
Edna Faye (Fitzwater) Miller, 76, of Arvonia, passed away on
Tuesday, November 25, 2014 at her residence.She was born on September 7, 1938,
in Charlottesville, a daughter of the late William Lee and Hallie (Wilmoth)
Fitzwater.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her
husband, Carl Leverne Miller; a son, Anthony Blaine Miller; and a daughter-in-law,
Angela Miller.
Mrs. Miller was retired from Fork Union Military Academy where she
had worked as a Supply Clerk. She was a member of Mt. Tabor Baptist Church and
the Order of the Eastern Star. She enjoyed sewing and spending time with her
family and friends.
Survivors include a son, Ronald L. Miller and his wife, Susie, of
Arvonia; two sisters, Patricia Dean
of High Point, North Carolina, and Margaret Blankenship
of Richmond; six grandchildren, Joshua Miller, Michael Elick, Sean Miller,
Aaron Miller, Alex Keith, and Joseph Keith; and a number of nieces, nephews,
and extended family and friends.
A funeral service will be conducted at 2 p.m., Friday, November 28,
2014 at Mt. Tabor Baptist Church in Arvonia by Pastor Steve Donahue. Interment
will follow in the church cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Buena Vista City
+2013, Buena Vista City, VA, Obituary
Published in Roanoke Times on April 25, 2013
Aileen Blankenship Clark, 60, of Buena Vista, passed away on Tuesday, April 23, 2013. She
was born in Rockbridge County on February 16, 1953, daughter of the late Lee Blankenship and Thelma Ramsey Blankenship. She was a member of the First Brethren Church in Buena Vista.
Surviving Mrs. Clark are her soul mate, Larry Clark; her uncle, Raymond Blankenship; and many cousins.
A funeral service will be 11 a.m. Friday, April 27, 2013, at
Bolling, Grose & Lotts Funeral Chapel with Michael Hamilton officiating.
Burial will follow at Green Hill Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Campbell
2013, Altavista, Campbell Co., VA, Obituary
Nelson County Times (Amherst, VA) - July 24, 2013
Arthur Coleman Price Arthur Coleman Price, 85 passed away Wednesday
morning, July 17, 2013, at Virginia Baptist Hospital in Lynchburg. He was born
June 9, 1928 in Nelson County. He was the son of the late Bessie Tinnell
Coleman. Buck resided in Altavista with his wife, Myrtle Giles Price.
In addition to his wife of 23 years, he is survived by two sons,
Lester Lee Price and Charles Dale Price and wife, Brenda, all of Stuarts Draft;
and his brother, Andrew "Pete" Coleman of Keswick.
He is also survived by Myrtle's
children, Kaye Puryear and husband, Glen, and Dewayne Blankenship. Buck had seven grandchildren and 15
great-grandchildren who called him Granddaddy Buck; and a number of nieces,
nephews and cousins.
In addition to his mother, his brother, Ray Price, and sister,
Helen Clark, preceded him in death.
Born and raised in Nelson County, Buck was a hard worker. He
enjoyed going to dances, listening to his Purple Martin Birds and spending time
with his family. He was retired from American Cyanamid of Piney River with over
20 years of service. Buck is leaving this life to start a new journey and will
be missed by many.
The family will honor his wishes to have no formal services and his
body will be cremated.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Altavista, Campbell Co., VA, Obituary
The News & Advance, (Lynchburg, VA) - February 15, 2014
Brenda Reynolds Pickeral, 67, of Altavista, passed away Thursday,
February 13, 2014, at Virginia Baptist Hospital [Lynchburg City, VA]. She was born on Thursday, April 11,
1946, in Huddleston, a daughter of the late Rev. Jermone Dennie Reynolds and
Rachel Fortner Reynolds.
She was also preceded in death by a brother, Dillard Reynolds.
She was retired from Universal Electric and was a member of the
Altavista Church of God of Prophecy. Brenda was a sweet, loving, caring wife,
mother and grandmother. Her favorite past time was time spent with her
grandchildren, who lovingly called her "Big Mama." She read the Bible
daily and enjoyed her family and many friends. Brenda was known for her
excellent cooking, special recipes, gardening and bargain shopping.
She fought a good fight against cancer, never failing to Praise the
Lord even in her darkest hours. Her battle was finally win and did not end in
death, instead she was Promoted.
Surviving is her husband, Otis Wyatt Pickeral Jr.; a son, Chris
Pickeral & wife, Teena; a daughter,
Shann Blankenship Cline and husband, Gary; two brothers, Mike Reynolds and wife, Susan,
Clayborn Reynolds and wife, Arlene; two sisters, Oleta Clark, Shirley Steward
and husband, Joel; her grandchildren,
Landon Blankenship, Cody Cline, Kylee Pickeral, Natalie
Pickeral, Waytt Pickeral and close family friend, Jetty Hall.
Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Monday, February 17, 2014, at
Altavista Church of God of Prophecy with the Rev. R. J. Reynolds, the Rev. Paul
Horton and the Rev. Joe Hill officiating. Interment will follow at Altavista
Memorial Park.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Evington, Campbell Co., VA, Obituary
The News & Advance, (Lynchburg, VA) - January 31, 2014
Annie Catherine Blankenship, 79, of Evington, died Wednesday January 29, 2014. She was the
wife of the late Carl Edward
Blankenship. Catherine was
born August 9, 1934, in Huddleston, a daughter of the late Joel Nathaniel
Woodford and the late Lillie Creasy Woodford. She was a member of Marsh
Memorial United Methodist Church.
She is survived by her daughter,
Ann Phipps of Evington; her granddaughter,
Katelyn Coghill of Evington, and a sister, Dorothy Woodford of Huddleston.
In addition to her husband, and parents, she was preceded in death
by eight brothers.
The family will receive friends from 12 until 1 p.m. Saturday
February 1, 2014, at Tharp Funeral Home Lynchburg with a graveside service to
follow 1:30 p.m. at Spring Hill Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
SSDI: Blankenship, Carl E., 77, 10Oct1928
- 13Feb2006, Evington, Campbell, VA, VA-224-52-7279
+2014, Gladys, Campbell Co., VA, Obituary
Richmond Times-Dispatch (VA) - March 16, 2014
James Henry Neese, formerly of Richmond, VA, died peacefully in his
home in Gladys, VA, March 10, 2014 with Joan Blankinship Neese, his wife of 57 years,
by his side. Jim was born December 28, 1930 in Philadelphia, Pa.
He served as a corporal in the United States Marine Corp during the
Korean Conflict. He was a graduate of Franklin and Marshall College in
Lancaster, Pa., and attended West Virginia University Graduate School of
Geology. He officiated high School and college
wrestling for over 30 years.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by his children, son and
daughter-in law, Rex and Judy Neese of Ruther Glen, VA; daughter, Jeanne Loving
and Jim Greene of Richmond, VA; daughter and son-in-law, Amy and Terry Kelley
of Virginia Beach, VA; grandchildren, Sara Loving of Cincinnati, Ohio, Jennifer
Loving of Belfast, Nl Melissa and Austin Kelley of Virginia Beach, VA; his
sister, Joan Neese Downing of Salem, VA, numerous nieces and nephews and a host
of special and cherished friends from every decade of his life.
He was preceded in death by his younger brother, Richard Montgomery
Neese and a special niece, Debbie Downing Rambo.
A memorial service will be held 11:30 a.m. Saturday, March 29, at
Sharon Methodist Church, Naruna, VA
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Rustburg, Campbell Co., VA, Obituary
The News & Advance, (Lynchburg, VA) - May 10, 2014
Frances Blankinship Huber, 96, of Rustburg, passed away on Thursday, May 8, 2014, at her
residence. She was the loving wife of the late Fred B. Huber for 62 years. Born
on June 17, 1917, in Lynchburg, she was the daughter of the late Walter F. and Odelle P.
Blankinship.
Frances's life was one of love and devotion to family, friends, and
community. She will be remembered as a gracious hostess, always wishing her
home and her hospitality to be warm and welcoming. During her earlier years she
engaged in many community activities, often helping to prepare banquets and
meals for service organizations. She was a member of Rustburg United Methodist
Church and had been a member of the Eastern Star and Rustburg Woman's Club.
Frances spent many years actively involved as a volunteer and PTA member in the
local school. She had many of the traits that signal longevity- a positive
spirit, an interest in others, an active mind, and a sense of pride. She lived
independently into her 90's, driving, managing her home, and keeping up with current
events. She often commented that she never really felt as if she were old.
She is survived by her daughter, Sue Lynch and husband, James, of
Fayetteville, Ga.; as well as numerous relatives and friends.
A graveside service will be held at Cumbie Memorial Cemetery in
Rustburg on Sunday, May 11, 2014, at 3 pm with Pastor Sung Woon officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Timberlake, Campbell Co., VA, Obituary
The News & Advance, (Lynchburg, VA) - April 9, 2014
Grafton Eugene Blankinship Jr. Deceased on Tuesday, April 8, 2014,
Grafton Eugene Blankinship Jr., 90, (known to his children and
grandchildren as Dad), joyfully passed into the loving arms of his wife, Jane,
while surrounded by his children. Born in Galveston, Texas, March 6, 1924, he was a son of the late Grafton Eugene Blankinship, Sr. and Elsie Brown Blankinship .
He was the owner and operator of Blankinship Appraisal Company and Blankinship
& Sons Insurance Company.
Grafton was a resident of "Timberlake" for 60 years, a
faithful and longtime member of St. Andrew Presbyterian Church where he served
as a Deacon, a Boy Scout Troop Leader, and a past member of the Retreads
Motorcycle Club. He served his country in World War II as a Sergeant in the US
Army Aircorp from 1944-1946. He received the American Campaign Medal, Bronze
Star, APT Campaign Medal, Good Conduct Medal and Victory Medal.
From 1952 through 2011 he was a member of the NAR/Lynchburg
Association of Realtors. In 1999 he received the Lynchburg Association of
Realtors President's Service Award. In 2008 he received the status of Realtor
Emeritus for 40 years of membership in the National Association of Realtors.
Grafton was a lifetime member of the Appraisal Institute achieving the highest
designation of a MAI/SRA, appraising commercial and residential properties
throughout the state of Virginia.
Grafton was an avid trout fisher, hiker and loved spending time in
the Outer Banks with his wife and family.
He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 60 years, Jane
Elizabeth Hudson Blankinship;
and one brother, Gilbert P. Blankinship of Anchorage, Alaska.
Survivors include one son,
Grafton E. "Blanks"
Blankinship III and his wife,
Carla, of Lynchburg; three daughters,
Lynn B. McFaden and her husband, Ted, of Evington,
Laura B. Childress and her husband, Rodger, of
Pamplin, and Mary Jane B. Davis of Virginia Beach; one brother, Brown F. Blankinship of Lynchburg; three sisters-in-law,
Nancy Hudson (Jim), Frances Hudson, and Joan Blankinship of
Anchorage, Alaska; eight grandchildren, Jenny Moore (Carnel), Donnie Butler,
Jr., Samantha Hudson (Brian), Lindsey Hedrick (Mike), Nathan Davis, Jessi Otey
(Seth), Lauran Davis and Celeste Lawrence (Ray);and nine
great-grandchildren.
A memorial graveside service will be conducted 2 p.m. Friday, April
11, 2014, at Fort Hill Memorial Park with the Rev. David Etheridge and the Rev.
Chuck Willoughby officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Carroll
2013, Dugspur, Carroll Co., VA, Obituary
Published in Galax Gazette from Oct. 16 to
Oct. 17, 2013
Rebecca Elizabeth Hamlin, 38, of Dugspur, died Sunday, Oct. 13,
2013 at her home. She was born on April 13, 1975, in Galax, to Floyd Eugene and
Elizabeth Cain Vaughan.
Survivors include her mother and step father, Elizabeth and Allen
Duncan of Galax; her husband, Prentiss Kendall Hamlin of Dugspur; daughters, Brooklyn Blankenship and fiance' Jonathan Sturgill of Galax and
Karen Hamlin of Dugspur; son, Derek Lineberry of Dugspur; step children,
Brittany Hamlin, Kimberly Hamlin, Billy Hamlin and Brandon Hamlin; sisters and
brothers-in-law, Edna and Mike Dye of Galax, Cassandra Yelton and Michael
Burcham of Woodlawn; a granddaughter; a step granddaughter; father-in-law and
mother-in-law, Kendall and Linda Hamlin of Byron, Ga.; and several nieces and
nephews.
A funeral will be held today, Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2013, at 2 p.m.
in the Vaughan-Guynn Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Roy Bentley officiating.
Burial will follow in the Ebenezer Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Fancy Gap, Carroll
Co., VA, Obituary
Published in Galax Gazette from September 9 to September
10, 2013
Hattie L. Moxley, 70, of Fancy Gap, died
Thursday, Sept. 5, 2013, at Twin County Regional Hospital. She was born in
Carroll County to the late Rosten and Mattie Garris Lowe.
Survivors include her husband, James G.
Moxley of the home; sons and daughters-in-law, Tommy and Judy Lintecum of
Hillsville, Terry and Barbara Lintecum of Palmyra and Teddy and Michelle
Lintecum of Galax; grandchildren and spouse; a great grandson; brothers and
sisters-in-law, Ray and Sina Lowe of Mount Airy, N.C., and Virgil and Jane Lowe
of Fancy Gap; and sister, Betty Blankenship of Hillsville.
A funeral was held on Sept. 7, 2013, at
Vaughan-Guynn-McGrady Funeral Home Chapel at 2 p.m. with Pastor Ray Bolen and
the Rev. Ernie Smith officiating. Burial followed in the Blue Ridge Chapel
Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Charlottesville City
2013, Charlottesville City, VA, Obituary
The Daily Progress, (Charlottesville, VA) - April 15, 2013
John D. Hamilton, 86, died peacefully on Friday, April 12, 2013, at
Martha Jefferson Hospital. He was born on December 4, 1926, in Schuyler,
Virginia, the son of the late Lois Mae Davidson Hamilton and Harry A. Hamilton
Sr. He was the second of 10 children.
He was preceded in death by his oldest brother, Seymour Hamilton;and his youngest sister, Helen Hamilton Poore.
His career with the United States Government in Washington, D.C.
spanned many years. His first job was with the Treasury Department and he ended
his career in a supervisory position at the United States Government Printing
Office in Washington, D.C. During World War II, John served with the United
States Army in Leyte, Philippines, and during the Korean War John served in the
United States Marines. John was a longtime member of Rockfish Lodge #108 in
Schuyler, Virginia. He enjoyed many things; he was an avid reader, loved
fishing with his sons, sports, doing crossword puzzles and visiting many state
parks with family. Later in life, he enjoyed traveling throughout the United
States, and visiting many of its famous sites. He loved the ocean and
vacationed on many of the coastal islands. Those who knew him understood that
he had a special place in his heart for animals, especially dogs. He was a
good, kind, generous and compassionate man and will be missed by all who knew
him.
He is survived by Dolores,
his wife of 57 years whom he affectionately referred to as the "love of
his life". Also survived by four brothers, Harry A. Hamilton Jr. and wife,
Bea, of Schuyler, Virginia, Paul S. Hamilton and wife, Fran, of Troy, Virginia,
Albert W. "Dickie" Hamilton and wife, Silvi, of Sault Ste Marie,
Canada, and Tommy Hamilton and wife, Chris, of California; and three sisters, Marjorie Blankenship of Alexandria, Virginia, Ellie Jamison and husband, John, of
Titusville, Florida, Barbara and husband, Ernie, of Midlothian, Virginia. Also
surviving are four children, Donna Hamilton McWhorter and husband, Jimmy, of
Louisa, Virginia, John A. "Jeb" Hamilton and wife, Jami, of Overland
Park, Kansas, Leonard P. Hamilton and wife, Linda, of Raleigh, North Carolina,
and Daniel J. Hamilton of Boise, Idaho; and six grandchildren, Marie, Laura,
Austin, Morgan, Matthew, and Jacob; a favorite cousin, Valda Wray Martin of
Richmond, Virginia; and many nieces and nephews. John was a longtime member of
the New Faith United Methodist Church of Schuyler, Virginia, and told the story
that his grandparents helped build the church. He took great pride in his
hometown of Schuyler, and his beloved state of Virginia.
A "Celebration of Life" service will be held 2 p.m.
Tuesday, April 16, 2013, with lunch to follow at the church.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Charlottesville City, VA, Obituary
The Daily Progress, (Charlottesville, VA) - April 20, 2013
Barbara Ann Gilmore, 73, of Charlottesville, Virginia, passed away
at her home on Thursday, April 18, 2013. She was born on September 26, 1939, to
the late John and Eva Saunders. Barbara was raised by two loving grandparents,
Alex and Allie Ables of Princeton, West Virgina.
She was predeceased by her loving husband, Boyd J. Gilmore;her
uncle, Howard "Bernard" Ables;and two aunts, Glenna Fowler and Cora
Ables, all of Princeton, West Virginia.
She is survived by one loving daughter, Tammy and her husband,
Robert Autry, of Charlottesville, and their four children, Aaron, Adam, Andrew,
and Ashley. She is also survived by five great-grandchildren, Spenser, Ella, Aubrey,
T. J. and Eli; her aunts and uncles that were like brothers and sisters to her, Dillard and his wife,
Ruby Ables, of Princeton, West Virginia, William "Mickey" and his
wife, Lulla Ables, of Princeton, West Virginia, Amer Blankenship of Princeton, West Virginia, and Audrey Pool of Portsmouth,
Virginia;three half siblings, Pete Saunders, Gayland Markham, and Reba Long;a
special cousins, Timmy Ables and Brenda DeHart;a special friend and loving
neighbor, Kay Haroney, whom will never be forgotten; and many extended family
and friends. Barbara was an employee at Depaul Medical Center where she retired
after 23 years. In 1999, she began her career at Sam's Club until her passing.
She was a great employee, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. She will truly
be missed.
A funeral service will be held 3 p.m. Sunday, April 21, 2013, at
Teague Funeral Home. The family will receive two hours prior to the service,
from 1 until . friends from 1
until 3 p.m. Burial will be private in Norfolk, Virginia.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Charlottesville City, VA Obituary
Mrs. Jennie Casey Blankenship - February 3, 1954 - November 15, 2014
Arrangements under the direction of Teague Funeral Home,
Charlottesville, VA
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Charlottesville City, VA, Obituary
http://teague.tributes.com/dignitymemorial/obituary/Jennie-Casey-Blankenship-101881674
Jennie Casey Blankenship - February 3, 1954 - November 15, 2014
Jennie Casey Blankenship, 60, of Charlottesville, departed this Earth to be with the Lord
on Saturday, November 15, 2014 at her home surrounded by family and friends. A
loving wife, mother, grandmother and friend, she was born February 3, 1954 in
Pineville, Kentucky. She was the daughter of the late Reverend Virgil W. Casey,
Sr. and Jeannette Buell Casey.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother,
Daniel Casey and a sister, Carlene Casey.
Jennie’s family moved to Hampton, VA where she grew up in the
church and on the sandy beach of Buckroe. She eventually moved to
Charlottesville where she married and started a family. She retired from the
American Red Cross in September of 1996, a job she thoroughly enjoyed and where
she touched so many lives.
She is survived by her loving husband
of 25 years, Donald Blankenship; a daughter,
Julie Bunch and her husband John; four
grandchildren, Ashley Burgess and her fiancé, Rodderick Kirby, Cory Burgess and
his fiancée, Jessica Pugh, Jonathan Bunch and Timothy Bunch; three beautiful
great grandchildren, Jordin and Aubree Burgess and Isaiah Kirby, all of
Charlottesville; two brothers, Virgil Casey, Jr. and his wife Cathy of
Covesville and Samuel Casey of Charlottesville; a sister, Darlene Casey Beeghly
of Charlottesville; a sister-in-law, Lorie Lickliter and her husband Ken of
Orange; a very special friend, Harry Clatterbuck; and numerous nieces, nephews,
cousins and friends.
A funeral service will be conducted 3:30 p.m. Saturday, November
22, 2014 at the Teague Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Larry Wingfield
officiating.
Donald L.
Blankenship – b.01Sep1955 - Charlottesville, VA:
https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:KTRC-3BS
Relatives -
Jennie C. Blankenship.
Chesapeake City
+2013, Chesapeake City, VA, Obituary
Published in The Virginian Pilot on April 23,
2013
Harold Lorriane Teager, 83, of the 2400 block of Devonshire Dr.,
passed away on April 19, 2013. Born in Illinois, Harold was retired from the U.
S. Navy and was a member of the Samuel R. Hamilton Masonic Lodge #1031.
He was predeceased by his wife, Norma Teager and is survived by his
daughter, Sue Blankenship and husband
Patrick, sons, Raymond and Scott Teager, grandchildren, Cameron Blankenship and Morgan Teager, and great grandchildren, Eliana and Declan Blankenship.
All services are private and a military burial at sea will take
place at a later date. Condolences may be offered to the family at
www.snellingsfuneralhome.com.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Chesapeake City, VA, Obituary
Published in The Virginian Pilot on Dec. 7, 2013
Robert Wayne "Bob" Blankenship, 73, passed away on Wednesday, December 4,
2013, after a long period of declining health. He was born on July 21, 1940 in
Roanoke, VA to the late Roy
Earon and Mable Biller Blankenship; and lived most of his life in Portsmouth
and Chesapeake. Bob attended Portsmouth Public Schools; and was a proud U. S.
Air Force veteran. He was employed by the Belt Line Railroad, Project Lifesaver
and operated an Employee Assistance Program.
Bob is survived by his children,
Pamela Blankenship Peele and her husband John, Robin Blankenship Brian Smith and her
husband, Robert W. Blankenship
Jr., Anita Green and her
husband Dwight, Charlie Wilkins and Bobby Wilkins; his former wife, constant companion and caregiver Lou Blankenship; a sister,
Dawn Blankenship Bray
and her husband Richard; eight grandchildren; three great grandchildren; and
two nieces.
A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, December 9, 2013
in Sturtevant Funeral Home, Portsmouth Blvd. Chapel by Dr. Gene Primm. Burial
will follow in Greenlawn Memorial Gardens.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Public Records Index; https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/KT18-QZR
Blankenship, Roy E. – b. 29 Jan 1914,
Residence: Chesapeake, VA
SSDI; Blankenship, Roy E., 85, 29Jan1914 -
04Mar1999, Chesapeake City, VA, VA-226-01-7434
SSDI; Blankenship,
Mabel B., 75, 22May1917 - ??Jan1993, Chesapeake City, VA, VA-226-01-6822
+2014,
Chesapeake City, VA, Obituary
Published in The Virginian
Pilot on July 29, 2014
Arlene A. Lambert, 77, of Chesapeake,
went peacefully to be with her Lord, Friday, July 25, 2014. Born in Tacoma, WA,
she was the daughter of the late Samuel and Mildred Slater.
Arlene enjoyed attending Great Bridge
Free Will Baptist Church where she was a member but most of all, she enjoyed
spending time with her family and friends.
She was also predeceased by her daughter,
Candice
Blankenship.
Survivors include her devoted husband,
James B. Lambert; a daughter, Cheryl Lambdin; grandchildren, Jennifer and her
husband Kyle Narron, Jeffrey and his wife Shannon Harris; 4 great-grandchildren
that called her Gigi, Avery, Lucas, Ethan and Emma; 1 brother, Richard and his
wife Judy Slater; a sister, Connie Janssen. She also leaves behind numerous
nieces, nephews and extended family.
A funeral service will be conducted at
2:00 pm, Wednesday, July 30, 2014 at the Great Bridge Chapel of Oman Funeral
Home & Crematory, 653 Cedar Rd. Chesapeake, 23322. Rev. Hal Jones will be
officiating Interment will follow at Chesapeake Memorial Gardens. T
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Chesapeake City, VA, Obituary
Published in The Virginian Pilot on Aug. 10,
2014
James B. Lambert, 76, of Chesapeake, passed away peacefully,
Thursday, August 7, 2014. Born in Brownwood, Texas, he was the son of the late
James H. Lambert, Ruby L. and Charlie Kinchloe.
James was predeceased by his daughter,
Candice Blankenship and recently his wife, Arlene A. Lambert.
Mr. Lambert retired after 50 years of active duty service with the
Civil Service and U.S. Navy. He received 2 Navy achievement medals, 7 times good conduct and 5 Vietnam campaign awards. While
serving in the Vietnam War on the USS Kitty Hawk, the ship was awarded several
medals.
Survivors include a daughter, Cheryl Lambdin; grandchildren,
Jennifer and her husband Kyle Narron, Jeffrey and his wife Shannon Harris; 4
great-grandchildren, Avery, Lucas, Ethan and Emma; a brother, Archie and his
wife Shirley Lambert; a sister, Marie and her husband, Willie Joe Dudley. He
also leaves behind numerous nieces, nephews and extended family.
A funeral service will be conducted at 11:00 am, Saturday, August
16, 2014 at the Great Bridge Chapel of Oman Funeral Home & Crematory, 653
Cedar Rd. Chesapeake, 23322. Rev. Hal Jones will be officiating. Interment will
follow at Chesapeake Memorial Gardens.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Chesapeake City, VA, Obituary
Published in The Virginian Pilot on Aug. 28,
2014
Doris Lynch Lucado, 93, passed away peacefully August 26, 2014. Mrs. Lucado, born in Roanoke Rapids, NC to Mary Indie Clary and Norman Blankenship Lynch.
She was the widow of Boyd T. Lucado since his death in 1971, and
was also predeceased by a son, Eugene B. Lucado.
She was a member of Fairview Heights Baptist Church. Doris was a
wonderful wife, mother, grandmother and loved by all. She will be remembered
for her kindness, sense of humor and love of music.
Survivors include a son, James N. Lucado and wife Pat; a sister,
Peggy Eudy; 4 grandchildren, Jay Lucado, Beth Lucado Hatfield, Casey Lucado,
Alanna Spence and 8 great-grandchildren.
A funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Saturday August 30,
2014 at Foster Funeral Home, Portsmouth by the Rev. Joe Covey. Burial will be
in Greenlawn Memorial Gardens, Chesapeake.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Norman Blankenship – 6Jun1889 - 24Dec1934
http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi?page=pv&GRid=9982341&PIpi=107879265
+2014, Chesapeake City, VA, Obituary
Published in The Virginian Pilot on Sept. 28,
2014
Atha Senetta Overby Nelson reunited with her beloved husband,
Roland on September 24, 2014. Senetta was born on August 1, 1932 in Laurenburg,
NC to Margaret Sabra Bedsole and Benjamin Oliver Overby.
She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband George
Roland Nelson. She also was preceded in death by three sisters and her
son-in-law; Margaret Overby Kirby, Vera Overby Engleheart, Ruth Elizabeth Pate
and Kenneth Wade Williams.
She is survived by her daughters,
Deborah Nelson Williams of Christiansburg, VA and Suzanne Nelson Blankenship and her husband, Mike of Blacksburg, VA Senetta had four grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Adam Wade Williams and
wife, Kelly Ruth Clark Williams of McGuire AFB, NJ and their children: Abigail,
Jakob, Makenzie, Berkeley and Ryker. Heath Roland Williams
and wife, Mary Smith Williams of Christiansburg, VA and their son, Reese.
Kelsey Senetta Blankenship of Blacksburg, VA and Kyle Andrew Blankenship of Mt. Pleasant, SC. Also surviving are her sister, Helen Overby Robitaille of Moore, SC and
brother, Robert Waylan Overby of Hampton, VA
Senetta attended three schools growing up: Deep Creek High School
in Chesapeake, VA, Pineland School for Girls in Salemburg, NC and Massey Hill
High School in Fayettville, NC. She was an exceptional athlete and played
basketball for many years, even playing for a college team while she was still
in high school.
After high school Senetta worked as a telephone operator for Bell
South in Fayetteville, NC during the Korean War. She met and married Roland and
they settled in Portsmouth and later moved to the Great Bridge area of
Chesapeake, VA She was a homemaker, an excellent
seamstress, a member Eastern Star, and many times the president of the PTA in
schools her children attended.
Her best friend was Mary Guy, who also preceded her in death.
A graveside service will be conducted at 12:30 p.m., Sunday,
September 28, 2014 in Chesapeake Memorial Gardens, 524 Cedar Road, Chesapeake
where she will rest beside the love of her life, Roland.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Michael A. Blankenship – b.1962 -
Blacksburg, VA - https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/2SML-PMV
+2014, Great Bridge, Chesapeake City, VA, Obituary
Published in The Virginian Pilot on Dec. 30,
2014
Wenonah Denker Grubb, 87, of Great Bridge, moved her membership
from Horizon Community Church to heaven on Friday, December 26, 2014. She was
an active charter member of Lee Memorial Baptist Church (now Horizon Community
Church) teaching Sunday School and G.A.'s. She was
born November 5, 1927, in Thomas, Oklahoma, daughter of August and Londia
Clemmer Denker.
Having attended school in the Custer City, Oklahoma area, she then
married Henry G. Grubb in 1945 in Clinton, Oklahoma. They raised their family
of four daughters in the Clinton area, then later
moved to Virginia. Mrs. Grubb retired from the city of Chesapeake Social
Services in 1999 at the age of 71.
Also preceding her in death were her parents August and Londia
Denker; four brothers, Alfred Denker, Howard F. Denker, Hubert O. Denker and
Winston Denker; three sisters,
Lorene Stroud, Velma
Blankenship and Eula Mae
Mowles.
Survivors include her four daughters, Kaye Sylvester, (Donald), of
Willamantic, Connecticut, Connie Reveal (Larry), Linda Ames, (Adrian), both of
Chesapeake, and Anne Wheeler (Harold), of Zuni, Virginia. Brothers Everette D.
Denker of Newalla, Oklahoma, and Calvin E. Denker of Oklahoma City; eight
grandchildren,12 great-grandchildren, and one great-great grandchild.
A funeral service will be held 1 P.M. Wednesday, December 31, at
Sturtevant Funeral Home, Portsmouth Blvd. Chapel by the Rev. Steve Netherly.
Burial will follow in Greenlawn Memorial Gardens.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
1940 Census, Grant Twp., Custer Co., OK,
Dinker, August
F. 42, M, MO, Head,
Dinker, Landis 43, F, TX, Wife,
Dinker, Alfred
Lee 19, M, OK, Son,
Dinker, E.
Lorene 17, F, OK, Dau,
Dinker, Velma A. 16, F, OK, Dau,
Dinker, Howard
F. 14, M, OK, Son,
Dinker, Wenonah
D. 12, F, OK, Dau,
Dinker, Winston
L. 09, M, OK, Son,
Dinker, Eula Mae 07, F, OK, Dau,
Dinker, Hubert
O. 04, M, OK, Son,
Dinker, E.
Dewain 02, M, OK, Son,
https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:VBJB-3FL
Chesterfield
2014, Chesterfield Co., VA, Obituary
Richmond Times-Dispatch (VA) Date: September 28, 2014
Jacquelyn Bachelor Hill, 82, of Chesterfield County, died September
12, 2014.
She is survived by her children,
Pierce Hill, Jacquelyn
Blankenship and husband, Daniel, Dale
Lewis and husband, Jeffery, Ernest N. Hill Jr. and wife, Nancy, and Susanna
Hill;grandchildren, Alexander Knoop, Jason Knoop, Daniel Lewis, Andrew Lewis,
Clare Lewis, Megan Hill and Kristen Hill.
A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, October 3, 2014,
at Calvary Chapel, Mechanicsville, 7193A Stonewall
Parkway, Mechanicsville, VA 23111.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Raleigh Daniel Blankenship – b.01Sep1954,
Chesterfield, VA - https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/KY3V-STV
+2014, Chesterfield Co., VA, Obituary
Richmond Times-Dispatch (VA) Date: December 14, 2014
Elizabeth Blankenship Wilson, 92 , of Chesterfield, VA, was called
home by her Lord and Savior on Friday, December 12, 2014.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 66 years, Herman M.
Wilson; her parents, Robert
"Bud" and Montese Blankenship; and a brother, Gordon
Blankenship. She is survived
by her son, Melvin F. Wilson; her daughter, Helen W. Roach and husband, Joe;
four grandsons, Jason Roach and wife, Kathy, William Roach and wife, Vanessa,
Tyler Roach and Wesley Roach; two great-granddaughters, Emily Roach and Sarah
Roach; and one great-grandson, Hunter Butterworth.
She is also survived by two sisters-in-law, Anne Moore and Lucille
Wilson; a niece, Frances Z. Booker; a nephew,
Gordon "G.G." Blankenship Jr.; two great-nieces, Rebecca
Montgomery and Lydia Lloyd.
Elizabeth was a 1940 graduate of Chester High School, and a
lifetime member of Second Branch Baptist Church. She had a great love for her
family and her four grandsons. She loved to cook, sew and crochet. She loved
sharing her baked goodies and garden vegetables with family and friends.
A graveside service will be held at 2 p.m. on Tuesday at Second
Branch Baptist Church Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, South Chesterfield Co., VA, Obituary
Richmond Times-Dispatch (VA) Date: September 30, 2014
Catherine "Cakie" Perkinson Vaiden, 88, of South
Chesterfield, entered her Heavenly home September 29, 2014, also the day of her
older sister, Magdalene Mann's birthday.
Catherine lived in southern Chesterfield her entire life. She was a
faithful member of Ettrick Church, now known as Mount Calvary Baptist. During
her younger years she served on numerous committees including Baptismal, Sunday
school in the Junior Department and made corsages for parents on Mother's and
Father's Day. Catherine was employed by Chesterfield County Public Schools Food
Services at Ettrick Elementary School for approximately 45 years. She never
forgot her humble beginnings and always did small acts of kindness for children
in need. Catherine was a devoted wife, mother, sister and aunt. Her loving,
gentle and kind spirit will live on in our hearts. Catherine was affectionately
known as "Cakie" by her family.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Claiborne and Mary Blankenship Perkinson; husband, Charles Vaiden; brothers, George, Orbie Keeler, Carlton,
Jack and Lawrence Perkinson; sisters, Mag, Janie, Annie and Virginia.
She is survived by two daughters, Cathy Vaiden Vacek and husband,
Gene, Kimberly Grace Vaiden of The Billings Home; and her only surviving
sister, Eloise Perkinson Swann of Mt. Airy; devoted nieces and nephews,
Jeanenne Mann Billings and Norris, Lennie Pond, Dr. A. Wright Pond, Sterling
Cummins, Amanda Wells, Larry Halloway, Becky Perkinson, Mary Ellen Perkinson,
Jacquelyn Kreji, Timmy Sue Ott, David Swann and Scott Swann; grandnephew,
Marshall Carrington Billings; grandniece, Catherine Lawrence Billings Burton
(her namesake); numerous Vaiden nieces and nephews.
A funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. October 1, 2014 at J. T.
Morriss & Son Funeral Home Petersburg Chapel. Interment will follow in St.
Joseph Catholic Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
1930 Census, Matoaca, Chesterfield Co.,
VA,
Perkinson, Claiborne F. 41, M, VA, Head,
Perkinson, Mary F. 40, F, VA, Wife,
Perkinson, Magdalene 15, F, VA, Dau,
Perkinson, George B. 13, M, VA, Son,
Perkinson, Virginia 11, F, VA, Dau,
Perkinson, Jamie M. 09, F, VA, Dau,
Perkinson, Jack W. 07, M, VA, Son,
Perkinson, Carleton 06, M, VA, Son,
Perkinson, Catherine J. 04, F, VA, Dau,
Perkinson, Lawrence E. 02, M, VA, Son,
Perkinson, Eloise M. 01, F, VA, Dau,
https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/CDNX-6PZ
2014, Chester, Chesterfield Co., VA, Obituary
Richmond Times-Dispatch (VA) - February 10, 2014
Robert G. "Looney Tune," Ferguson, 51, took his heavenly
ride on February 6, 2014.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Earl H. Ferguson and Mary
C. Ferguson.
He is survived by his brothers, John Ferguson, Mike Ferguson
(Mary);and sister, Cathy Ferguson Blankenship (Kevin); nieces,
Kelly Ferguson, Abby and Kendal Craiglow; "daughter," Harley Barlow; and
"granddaughter," Abby Jackson. Rob entrusted his final days on this
earth to his devoted friends, Chuck and Pam Barlow, Cindy Barlow and Stephanie
St. John. As he rode off into the sunset he was surrounded by many of his
loving friends. He leaves numerous family and friends to cherish his precious
memory.
A celebration of life will take place on Saturday, February 15 at 2
p.m. at Gulliver's Crossflite Restaurant, Chester, VA
Rob will be taking his final bike ride to Ohio to be joined with his beloved parents.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Robert G. Ferguson - 4804 Burnettedale
Ct., Chester, VA, 23831 - (804) 748-8247
+2013, Chesterfield, Chesterfield Co., VA, Death
Published in Richmond Times-Dispatch from
February 13 to February 14, 2013
Raymond Blankenship, 69 [1944], of Chesterfield, passed away suddenly,
on Monday, February 11, 2013. He is survived by two sisters and one brother, also numerous
beloved friends and neighbors.
A memorial service will be held at a later date.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Chesterfield, Chesterfield Co., VA, Obituary
Published in Richmond Times-Dispatch from
March 31 to April 1, 2013
Kathren Elizabeth "Betty," Blankenship, 67 [1946], of Chesterfield, passed away suddenly on
March 29, 2013.
Preceded in death by her brother, Raymond. Retired from Westminster Canterbury as a CNA after 16 years.
At her request there will be no funeral.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Chesterfield,
Chesterfield Co., VA, Obituary
Richmond Times-Dispatch (VA) - August 15, 2013
Edith Schrum Blankenship, 92, of Chesterfield, passed away August 12, 2013.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Cleveland
Eugene Blankenship Sr.
She is survived by daughter,
Janice Snellings (Harvey); son, C. E.
Blankenship Jr. (Gloria); her
grandchildren, extended family and friends.
Along with her late husband, she rescued many dogs and provided
them with a loving and safe home. She was a long time member of Unity Christ
Church of Bon Air, they welcomed her as family as she thought of them as such.
She will always be remembered as a "feisty little lady." A special
thanks to those who have helped her over the years.
Family will receive friends from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday (today) at
Bliley's-Chippenham, 6900 Hull Street Rd., where a funeral ceremony will be
held 12 noon Friday. Interment Dale Memorial Park.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Chesterfield, Chesterfield Co., VA, Obituary
Richmond Times-Dispatch (VA) - August 18, 2013
Herman M. Wilson, 92, of Chesterfield, Virginia, was called home by
his Lord and Savior on Saturday, August 17, 2013.
He is survived by his wife
of 66 years, Elizabeth
Blankenship Wilson; son,
Melvin F. Wilson; daughter, Helen W. Roach and husband, Joe; four grandsons,
Jason Roach and wife, Kathy, William Roach and wife, Vanessa, Tyler Roach and
Wesley Roach; great-granddaughter, Emily Roach; and one step great-grandson,
Hunter Butterworth; one sister-in-law, Lucille Wilson; several nieces and
nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Hatcher D. and Minnie
Spain Wilson; two brothers, Hatcher D. Wilson Jr. and Bernard A. Wilson.
He served in WWII and was stationed in Australia and New Guinea. When
he returned from the war, he married Elizabeth Blankenship on September 28, 1946. He was employed by the Titmus Optical Plant
in Petersburg, VA for number of years. He was later employed by the
Chesterfield County Schools and was well known as “The Pony Man". He was a
lifelong member of Second Branch Baptist Church. He had a great love for his
family, gardening, hunting, fishing and beekeeping. He knew no strangers and he
loved to talk to everyone.
A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday at Second
Branch Baptist Church Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Chesterfield,
Chesterfield Co., VA, Obituary
Richmond Times-Dispatch (VA) - August 29, 2013
Teresa Jean Byrum, 49, of Chesterfield, passed away peacefully Tuesday,
August 27, 2013 at her home. She loved life and enjoyed many things in life,
especially breeding and raising her dogs, Gabby, Taz, Bella, Sophie and Izzie.
Left to cherish her memory is her fiancé, Richard "Dicky"
Fenner; father, Joseph T. Byrum and wife, Jane; mother, Emogene Babb and
husband, Jimmy; children, Ashley Brooke Perkinson, Hunter Keane Perkinson,
Zackariah Kane Thomas and Gabriel Ian Thomas; grandson, Landon Shane Perkinson;
brothers, Gregory Byrum and Travis Byrum; stepbrothers, Leslie Babb, Bryan
Babb, Mark Mitchell, Craig Mitchell and Christopher Mitchell; stepsister, Susan Blankenship; and many other extended family and
friends.
A memorial service will be held at 7 p.m. Friday, August 30, 2013
at R.W. Baker & Company Funeral Home and Crematory, Wakefield Chapel, with
Pastor John Carson officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Chesterfield, Chesterfield Co., VA, Obituary
http://morrissett.com/?pagetype=obitlink&obit_id=1168892
Russell “Russ” G. Blankenship, 82, of Chesterfield, passed away at Brandermill Health Care
Center [Midlothian, Chesterfield Co., VA], on Thursday, November 21, 2013.
He is survived by his wife
of 53 years, Margaret F.
Blankenship; daughter, Teri B. Naugle (Bobby); son,
Mark R. Blankenship; grandchildren,
Christopher Ryan McReynolds (Courtney), Shannon Elizabeth Snellings, Joshua Mark Blankenship and Lori Nicole Blankenship; great-granddaughter, Chloe Brooke McReynolds.
Russ retired from Dominion Power after 30 years of service, was a
member of the “Old Geezers Club” in Petersburg, a member of Branch’s Baptist
Church for 46 years where he was a deacon emeritus, member and stewmaster of
Broad Rock Ruritan. He was a former minor league baseball player and an avid
golfer.
The family will receive friends from 12 to 2 p.m. on Tuesday,
November 26, 2013 at Morrissett Funeral and Cremation Service, 6500 Iron Bridge
Rd. (Rte. 10) with his funeral service to be held at 2 p.m. Interment to follow
in Dale Memorial Park.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013 Chesterfield, Chesterfield Co., VA, Obituary
Richmond Times-Dispatch (VA) - November 24, 2013
Russell "Russ" G. Blankenship, 82, of Chesterfield, passed away at Brandermill
Health Care Center on Thursday, November 21, 2013.
He is survived by his wife
of 53 years, Margaret F.
Blankenship; daughter, Teri B. Naugle (Bobby); son,
Mark R. Blankenship; grandchildren,
Christopher Ryan McReynolds (Courtney), Shannon Elizabeth Snellings, Joshua Mark Blankenship and Lori Nicole Blankenship; great-granddaughter, Chloe Brooke McReynolds.
Russ retired from Dominion Power after 30 years of service, was a
member of the "Old Geezers Club" in Petersburg, a member of Branch's
Baptist Church for 46 years, where he was a deacon emeritus, member and
stewmaster of Broad Rock Ruritan. He was a former minor league baseball player
and an avid golfer.
The family will receive friends from 12 to 2 p.m. on Tuesday,
November 26, 2013 at Morrissett Funeral and Cremation Service, 6500 Iron Bridge
Rd. (Rte. 10), with his funeral service to be held at 2 p.m. Interment to
follow in Dale Memorial Park.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Chesterfield, Chesterfield Co., VA, Obituary
Richmond Times-Dispatch (VA) - March 6, 2014
Joseph V. "Joe," Morgan, of Chesterfield, went to be with
the Lord Tuesday, March 4, 2014.
Joe was a 50-year member of the Chesterfield Moose Lodge #1980. He
loved to fish and garden and will be remembered as a devoted father,
grandfather and great-grandfather.
He was preceded in death by his wife of 46 years, Edith Morgan.
He is survived by his children, Christine Marie Salmons (Larry),
Steven Morgan (Karen), Belinda Burton (Preston), Wanda Blackburn (Kenny), Penny
Jo Foster (Wakefield) and Michael Morgan (Jan); two sisters, Shirley Blankenship and
Barbara Bradley; brothers, Dickie, Rudy and Buddy Morgan;10 grandchildren, 17
great grandchildren, one great great granddaughter and many other loving family
members and friends.
The family will receive friends 4 to 8 p.m. Friday at
Bliley's-Chippenham, 6900 Hull Street Rd., where a celebration of his life will
be held 12 noon Saturday, March 8, 2014. Interment Dale Memorial Park.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Midlothian, Chesterfield Co., VA, Obituary
Published in Richmond Times-Dispatch on May
10, 2013
Breanna J. Fuller, 62 [1951], of Midlothian, went to be with our Heavenly Father May 8,
2013. She is now resting peacefully with her mommy, Nancy Fuller; daddy, Junior Blankenship; sister, Kitty Bartlett; and brother,
Enos Blankenship.
She will be missed by her three daughters, Tammy Capps (Rob),
Amanda Mazloum (Abbas) and Cindy Baker (Troy). She also leaves behind six
grandchildren, Taylor, Celeste, Robbie, Dillan, Adam and Yazmyn; three sisters,
Kaye, Evelyn and Connie; two brothers, Carvel and Dean; aunts, Thelma and Faye;
15 nieces and nephews and many other family and friends that will miss her
dearly. Though our hearts are saddened that she is gone, we are relieved that
she is no longer suffering. We all love and miss you.
The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at Bliley's
- Chippenham, 6900 Hull Street Rd., where a funeral ceremony will be held 2
p.m. Saturday. Interment Maury Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Midlothian, Chesterfield Co., VA, Obituary
The News & Advance, (Lynchburg, VA) Date: June 24, 2014
John Hopkins Harvey, 90, of Midlothian, Virginia, died Sunday, June
22, 2014, at The Crossings at Bon Air, [Richmond City, VA], where he had been a resident since 2011.
John was born June 29, 1923, on Rose Isle Farm in Nelson County, VA, the son of
Hersey and Margaret Wood Harvey.
He graduated from Lynchburg College and received his Masters of
Divinity from Southwestern Baptist Seminary in Fort Worth, TX. He married the love of his life, Doris Marie Blankenship of Black Mountain, NC in April, 1958. He
served over 20 years as a Minister of Education in Richmond, VA, Alexandria, VA
and Norfolk, VA and served 25 years as an Elementary School Principal in
Norfolk, VA before retiring in 1992. In 2000, he and Doris moved from their
long-time home in Virginia Beach to Midlothian, VA In addition, they spent the
winters at their home in Sarasota, FL from 1992 until 2007.
He was preceded in death by his parents; three sisters; and two
brothers.
He is survived by his wife, Doris, 85, and their three children,
Beth Marie, of Midlothian, VA, John Hersey "Johnny", of Tappahannock,
VA, and James Craig "Craig" and wife, Jeannie, of Bradenton, FL and
their friends, Dana Wells and Scott Pope. He is also survived by his brother,
Jack, of Mattituck, NY;and several nieces and nephews.
A funeral service will be held 3 p.m. Thursday, June 26, 2014, at
his childhood church, Jonesboro Baptist Church, 9215 Patrick Henry Hwy.,
Roseland, VA, with his nephew, the Rev. Don Harvey, officiating. Burial will
follow in the church cemetery.
In addition, a Memorial Service will be held 2 p.m. Friday, June 27
, 2014, at The Crossings of Bon Air, 9100 Bon Air Crossings Drive in Richmond, VA
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Colonial
Heights City
+2014, Colonial Heights City, VA, Obituary
http://www.ealvinsmall.com/sitemaker/sites/EALVIN1/obit.cgi?user=1435404Blankenship
Robert Lee Blankenship, 82, of Colonial Heights, went to be with his Lord and Savior on
Monday, October 13, 2014.
He was the son of the late Richard Neal and Edna Irby Blankenship and was preceded in death by his brothers, Richard Neal Blankenship Jr. and Thomas “Sugar” Blankenship.
Mr. Blankenship was a United States Army Veteran. A 1949 graduate
of P.H.S., he graduated from UVA School of Banking, and was retired from
Wachovia as Vice President. He was a member of Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church, the
Colonial Heights Chamber of Commerce, Kiwanis Club, March of Dimes, Colonial
Heights School Board and Vocational Tech Board, Colonial Heights American Legion
Post #284, VFW Post #2239, B.P.O. Elks #237, Fraternal Order of Eagles #882,
TPA, Circus Fans of American, and POGO.
He is survived by his loving wife
of 56 years, Eloise Allen
Blankenship; children, Robert Lee Blankenship II of East Bend, North Carolina, Allen Neal Blankenship and wife, Mary of Colonial Heights, Kathleen Elizabeth “Cookie” Blankenship
of Chester, and Casey Irby
Blankenship and wife, Brooke
of Harrisonburg; a sister, Nancy Blankenship
Simmons; grandchildren, Jason & Courtney Childers, Ashley, Brittany, Nicole, Macy & Casey II Blankenship, and
Jonathan Ross; three great-grandchildren; numerous other family members.
A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, October 24,
2014 at Mount Pleasant Baptist Church, 3110 Greenwood Avenue, Colonial Heights,
Virginia 23834 with the Reverend Dr. Andy Brockelman and the Reverend James Blankenship officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Covington City
+2013, Covington
City, VA, Funeral
http://www.lovingfuneralhome1913.com/Obituaries/Obituary-Ruby%20Chapman.index.htm
Mrs. Ruby Blankenship Chapman, age 87, of Covington, died Tuesday, March 19, 2013, at the Brian
Center-Alleghany, Low Moor [Alleghany Co., VA].
A funeral service will be
conducted at 2:00 P.M. Friday, March 22, 2013, at Edgemont Associate Reformed
Presbyterian Church with the Rev. Donnie Bowker officiating, assisted by the
Rev. Bill Harris.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Covington
City, VA, Obituary
http://www.lovingfuneralhome1913.com/Obituaries/Obituary-Priscilla%20Redman.index.htm
Mrs. Priscilla Layne Blankenship Redman, age 54, of Covington, died Monday,
September 16, 2013, at LewisGale Hospital-Alleghany, Low Moor, [Alleghany
Co.], VA She was the wife of Steven W. Redman.
Mrs. Redman was born May 9, 1959 in Alleghany County, the daughter of Daisy Wolfe Blankenship and the late Lacey Blankenship.
She was a lifetime resident of this community and a 1977 graduate
of Alleghany High School. Priscilla was
employed as a jewelry manager by Kmart for twenty-eight years. Mrs. Redman was a member of Pinnell Chapel
United Methodist Church. She was active
in many community affairs including Eagle Wings and the Relay for Life
team. Priscilla, along with her mother,
was deeply involved with feeding families going through difficult life events.
She was active in counseling and advising others who may be starting with
cancer treatments. She was a beacon of
hope for many. Known to her
grandchildren, as Grancilla, Priscilla was loved and adored by her husband and
family and by all who knew her.
In addition to her mother and husband, Mrs. Redman is survived by
one son, Phillip Wayne Redman of Covington; one daughter, Summer Redman Pullin
of Clermont, FL; five grandchildren, Jake Redman, Elijah Pullin, Noah Pullin,
Isaac Pullin and Chloe Pullin; one brother,
Dale Blankenship of Covington; and one sister, Ramona Reed, of Covington.
In addition to her father, Mrs. Redman was preceded in death by one
brother, Sherman Blankenship.
A funeral service will be conducted at 2:00 P.M. Thursday,
September 19, 2013, at First Christian Church with Rev. David Brown
officiating, assisted by Rev. Bill Gilliland.
Interment will follow in Lone Star Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Shawn
Wolfe, Donnie Kelly, Adam Harris, Jeremy Cromer, Chris Cromer, Wayland Mayo,
Gary Bess, Gary Bowers, and Carl Tingler. Alternate pallbearers will be Wilson
Wright and Kenneth Redman.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Craig
+2014, New Castle, Craig Co., VA, Obituary
Published in Daily Press on Sept. 4, 2014
Carl W. Blankenship Jr. (June) 88, of New Castle went to be with the Lord Friday, August
29, 2014.
Junior was a longtime member of Craig Valley Baptist Church, where
he enjoyed working with VBS and the mother-daughter banquet. Junior retired from
Newport News Shipbuilding and Drydock Co. in 1986 after 33 years of service. He
was an avid hunter and he also served in the United States Navy.
He was preceded in death by his parents and four brothers.
He is survived by his loving wife
of 63 years, Lois Blankenship; sons
and daughters-in-laws Jerry and Judy Blankenship, Roger and Donna
Blankenship; daughters and sons-in-laws Dianne and Bobby Darouse, Patti and John
Ritter, as well as 14 grandchildren, 20 great grandchildren, 1 great-great
granddaughter, and a special niece Joy Trainque and her husband Brian.
Funeral services were held in New Castle on Monday, September 1,
2014.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Culpeper
2014, Culpeper, Culpeper
Co., VA, Obituary
Culpeper Star-Exponent (VA) - March 7, 2014
Rubylee Weaver Hawkins, 79, of Culpeper, passed away on Wednesday,
March 5, 2014, at Culpeper Regional Hospital. She was born on May 8, 1934, in
Charlottesville, to the late Reuben B. and Nannie Lillard Weaver.
Rubylee worked many years in Culpeper County food service and later
for Culpeper Regional Hospital. She was a very active member of Alum Springs
Baptist Church where she took great pleasure in serving others. She loved to
feed people with her exceptional cooking and reassured that the church food
closet was fully stocked. Rubylee spearheaded numerous hospitality functions
and was always there to lend a hand.
She is survived by her husband of 59 years, Lewis Richard Hawkins;
two children, Richard Hawkins and his wife, Regina, of Fredericksburg, and
Pamela Dodson and her husband, Rick, of Culpeper; three siblings, Peggy
Breeden, Alice Bennett and Reuben Weaver Jr.; four grandchildren, Tammy
Blankenship and her husband, Wayne, Jamie
Barnard, Tarah Stanley and her husband, Jeremy, and Dana Dodson all of
Culpeper; and four great-grandchildren, Ricky, Davie, Christina, and Robbie.
Ruby always cherished her time spent with her family.
A funeral service will be held on Monday, March 10, 2014, at 2 p.m.
at Found and Sons Funeral Chapel, 850 Sperryville Pike, Culpeper, Virginia,
with Pastor Ron Young officiating. Interment will follow in Fairview Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be Bill Staton, Pete Stover, Robert Clatterbuck, Jimmy
Bennett, David Weaver, and David Bennett.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Culpeper, Culpeper Co., VA, Obituary
Culpeper Star-Exponent (VA) - April 5, 2014
Donald Leroy Baker, 68, of Culpeper, died peacefully, surrounded by
his loving family, at his residence on Friday, April 4, 2014. Donald was born
on July 8, 1945, in Mitchells, Virginia, to the late Paul Baker and Flora Belle Blankenship
Baker.
Donald was a diesel mechanic by trade having retired in 2010 after
33 years with the Coca-Cola Bottling Plant in Fredericksburg. He was a member
of the Ellis Mine Hunt Club and the Rapidan Campgrounds in Syria, Virginia, as
well as a volunteer for the Richardsville and Rapidan Volunteer Fire Department
events. He also enjoyed fishing, hunting, camping, metal detecting, collecting
war relics and Coca-Cola memorabilia.
Donald is survived by his loving wife, Joyce W. Baker; his
daughter, Donna Jo Baker Baldwin of Rixeyville, Virginia; one sister, Mary
Belle Morgan and her husband, Mack, of Andrews, North Carolina; two
grandchildren, Jessica Baldwin Jarrells of Rixeyville, and Megan Baldwin
Edwards and her husband, Jonathan, of Culpeper; and one great- grandchild,
Aaron Jarrells of Rixeyville.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two
siblings, Robert Baker and Gladys Alkire.
A funeral service will be held on Monday, April 7, 2014, at 11 a.m.
at Found and Sons Funeral Chapel 850 Sperryville Pike, Culpeper, with the
Reverend Randy Allensworth officiating. Interment will follow in Hillcrest
Memory Gardens.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Culpeper, Culpeper Co., VA, Obituary
Culpeper Star-Exponent (VA) - July 31, 2014
Virginia
Bland Hutcherson
Virginia ''Sutton'' Hutcherson, 88, of Culpeper, Virginia, passed
away at Culpeper Baptist Retirement Community on Tuesday, July 29, 2014. Mrs.
Hutcherson was born in West Point, Virginia, on January 13, 1926, to the late
Robert Tyler Bland and Blanche Sutton Bland.
She graduated from Longwood College and taught art in Culpeper
County Schools. She was active in the Culpeper Methodist Church and Calfee
Garden Club. Above all, she was a loving and devoted grandmother.
She is survived by her children,
Beverly Scott Blankinship and her husband, Bill, of Richmond, Virginia, Virginia
"Ginger" Hamilton Starnes of Fredericksburg, Virginia, and Nancy
Bland Lanham and her husband, Jamie, of Abingdon, Maryland; grandchildren, Robert Conrad Butler,
Scott Starnes, Trey, Amanda and Adam Blankinship, and Christopher and Samantha Lanham; and
great-grandchildren, Jacob and Leah Starnes, Wesley and Courtney Butler.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her
husband, Herbert Hamilton Hutcherson; and her brother, Robert Tyler Bland Jr.
A funeral service will be held on Friday, August 1, 2014, at 11
a.m. at Culpeper United Methodist Church with Pastor Randy Orndorff
officiating. Interment will follow in Fairview Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Danville City
2013, Danville City, VA, Obituary
Danville Register & Bee (VA) - August 21, 2013
Louise Viola Dalton Thornton, 86, of 712 Franklin Turnpike,
Danville, VA, died Monday, August 19, 2013, at Roman Eagle Memorial Home after
being in declining health for the past five years and a resident of Roman Eagle
since March of 2008. Mrs. Thornton was born in Pittsylvania County, VA, on June
28, 1927, a daughter of the late Robert Page Dalton, step father Lenwood Hawker
and Viola Puckett Hawker.
She lived her life in Pittsylvania County and mostly in Danville, VA
and was a member of North Main Baptist Church. She loved working with her
flowers, traveling, and caring for her pets. Louise worked for twenty-two years
at Dan River Mills, Inc. before retiring from Corning Glass, after twenty-two
years, where she worked as an inspector. After retiring from Corning Glass she
worked at Karen's Hallmark Store and the K & W Cafeteria as a cashier. She
was married to the late Willie Lemuel Thornton who died February 1, 2002.
In addition to her husband, she was predeceased by a brother,
Harold Dalton.
Survivors include a son, Terry Lemuel Thornton and wife, Doris, of
Danville, VA; a sister, Nancy H. Mills Danville, VA; three grandchildren,
Natalie Thornton and Andrew Thornton, both of Danville, and Tyler Thornton of
Yanceyville, N.C.; and five great-grandchildren, Austin, Tyler, Kierstyn and
Ryleigh Thornton, and Oryea Stuck.
Funeral services will be held Thursday, August 22, 2013, at 2 p.m.
from the Wrenn-Yeatts North Main Chapel with the Reverend Fred Unger
officiating. Interment will follow in the Blankenship -Thornton Family Cemetery in Ringgold, VA
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Danville City, VA, Obituary
Danville Register & Bee (VA) - November 9, 2013
Hazel Wilkins Nix, 92, of Danville, Virginia, died Friday, November
8, 2013, at Roman Eagle Rehabilitation and Health Care Center. Born December 1,
1920, in Pittsylvania County, she was the daughter of the late Lessie Younger
Wilkins and the late Lester Henry Wilkins.
She married the late Ernest Orbin Nix on October 8, 1938. She lived
all her life in Danville and was an accountant. She worked at Dan River
Accounts Payable Department, Harville Motor Company, and 38 years for Clarke
Printing Co., Inc. as accountant and secretary/treasurer of the corporation.
She attended Schoolfield High School, George Washington High School, Averett
College, and Dan River Technical School. She was a member of First Baptist
Church, 871 Main Street in Danville. She was and active member of the Executive
Board for the Greater Danville Chapter of the March of Dimes and was secretary
from 1972 until 2002. She was elected to the March of Dimes State Board in 1996
and was presented a Proclamation in 1998 proclaiming that she was commended and
recognized for her dedication and support to the mission of the March of Dimes.
She was and active member of the Dan-Pitts Chapter of the American Business
Women's Association since 1969 and was nominated "Women of the Year"
in 1979. She was a past member of the Printing Industry of the Virginias and
America. She was also past president of the Hill Toppers Club from 1993 untl
1994. She was elected "Women of the Day" in 1992 from a letter
submitted by Robert H. Clarke.
In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her daughter,
Gloria Nix Lewis;and two brothers, James Henry Wilkins
and Edgar Thomas Wilkins.
She is survived by two granddaughters,
Angie Lewis Blankenship of Danville and Kim Lewis Cantley of
Raleigh, North Carolina; one nephew, James Vernon Wilkins of Miami, Florida;
one niece, Jackie Pyles of Tobaccoville, North Carolina; and a special cousin,
Penny Turner Peden.
A graveside service will be held 2 p.m. Sunday, November 10, 2013,
at Highland Burial Park with the Reverend John Carroll officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Danville City, VA, Funeral
Danville Register & Bee (VA) - April 7, 2014
Shirley Blankenship McCain, 79, of Danville, died Saturday, April 5, 2014.
Arrangements are being made by the Cremation Society of Virginia
-Clarksville. An obituary is forthcoming.
A graveside service will be held at the Blankenship /Thornton Cemetery in Ringgold at 1 p.m. on Thursday, May 15,
2014.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Danville City, VA, Obituary
Shirley
Blankenship McCain of Danville died at the Riverside
Nursing Home on Saturday, April 5, 2014. She was born in 1935 to Archie Lee Blankenship and Elizabeth Wiles Blankenship.
She graduated
from Dan River High School and Stratford and Radford Colleges. She later taught
at Dan River High School and worked at Belks and the Midtown Supermarket.
Ms. McCain is
survived by her son, Rodney and daughter-in-law, Kathy, of Houston, Tex.; her
son, Mark of Petersburg, VA; her sister and brother-in-law, Pansy and Lou Brown
of Melbourne, Fla.; her grandsons, Marcus, Sammy, Jeremy, and Brandon; and two
great-grandsons, Donovan and Rory.
(From Rodney): Your love guidance, and
patience helped me be the success I am today. Thanks Mom for loving me even
when I didn't deserve it. Shirley was a wonderful daughter, sister and mother.
All who knew her well loved her very much. May she rest in peace.
A graveside
ceremony will be held 1 p.m. Thursday, May 15, 2014, at the
Blankenship/Thornton Cemetery on Kentuck Rd., Highway 729, Ringgold
Dickenson
+2014, Birchleaf,
Dickenson Co., VA, Obituary
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/131420567/delphia-louisa-mullins
Delphia Louisa B. Mullins, age 77, of Birchleaf,
VA, passed away Sunday, June 08, 2014 at Dickenson Community Hospital in
Clintwood. Born in Buchanan County, she was a daughter of the late Nickey and Margie Coleman
Blankenship.
She was a homemaker and member of Emanuel
Old Regular Baptist Church.
In addition to her parents, she was
preceded by sisters, Patsy Hancock, Birchie Deel, Emogene Deel, and Mary Stiltner, and brothers,
Wilburn
Blankenship and Willard B. Blankenship.
Survivors include her husband, Johnnie
Mullins, a daughter, Donita (Joseph) Orr of Willis, VA, two sons, Jonathan
Nickey Mullins of Dublin, VA and Christopher King Mullins of Christiansburg,
VA, grandchildren, Heather Dawn Mullins, Kayla Lynn Orr, Magnolia Mae
Manchester, Maezy Cordelia Manchester, Nicholas Brett Mullins, Aaron Edward
Orr, and Marshall Christopher Mullins, three great-grandchildren, Isaac,
Zachary, and Caleb, a sister, Sarah (Roby) Deel of Haysi, and two brothers,
Freddie
Blankenship and Alvin (Katie) Blankenship both of Haysi.
Funeral services will be conducted 11:00
a.m. Tuesday, June 10, 2014 at Haysi Funeral Home with Elders Eddie Newsome,
David O'quinn, and Buster Mullins officiating. Burial will follow in the Colley
Cemetery, Breaks, VA Family and friends will serve as pallbearers.
+2014, Clinchco, Dickenson
Co., VA, Obituary
Bristol Herald Courier (VA) - March 16, 2014
Patsy Bloodgood, 76, passed away Thursday, March 13, 2014. She was
a member of Mill Creek Freewill Baptist Church for 15 years, a volunteer at
Dickenson County Medical Center for five years, and a loving wife and mother.
Mrs. Bloodgood is preceded in death by her parents, Chester and
Emma Smith; her first husband, Harold Sperow; one
daughter, Tammy Kiser; one son, Kendall Sperow; two sisters, Cheryl Clay, and
Irene Smith; and one brother, Norman Smith.
Survivors Include her husband, Paul Bloodgood; five sons, Paul
(Kim) Sperow, Terry (Jeannie) Sperow, Dwayne (Jenny) Bloodgood, Gary (Anita)
Bloodgood, and Larry (Pam) Bloodgood; four sisters,
Edie Gay Patton, Charlotte
Blankenship, Genoa (Mike)
Stewart, and Cookie (Ray) Barnes; two brothers, Bill (Brenda) Smith and Joey
(Sharon) Smith;14 grandchildren;21 great
grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
The family received friends Saturday, March 15, 2014, 6 p.m. at
Mullins Funeral Home Chapel, funeral service 7 p.m. where Clergyman Matt Deel
officiated, Mill Creek Singers. Graveside service will be conducted 1 p.m.
Sunday, March 16, 2014, at the Chapel of Love at Temple Hill Memorial Park,
Castlewood, Virginia. Entombment will follow. Grandsons will serve as
pallbearers. Honorary Pallbearers will be Dwayne Bloodgood, Gary Bloodgood,
Larry Bloodgood, and Dr. Roy Deel.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Clintwood,
Dickenson Co., VA, Obituary
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/121080444/mary-stiltner
Clintwood, VA- Mary Blankenship
Stiltner, age 68 of Newberry Ridge, passed away Monday, November 11, 2013 at
Johnson City Medical Center in Johnson City, TN. Born in Buchanan County, she
was a daughter of the late Nickey and Margie Coleman Blankenship.
She was last employed as a bookkeeper for
McClure Lumber and attended Coleman's Methodist Church.
In addition to her parents, she was
preceded in death by her sisters, Patsy Hancock, Birchie Deel and Emmogene Deel and brothers,
Wilburn and Willard
Blankenship.
Survivors include her husband, Robert, a
daughter, Regina Stiltner Stanley of Norton, a son, Randy Stiltner of Rockmart,
GA, three grandchildren, Jason Stiltner, Joseph Stiltner and Megan Collins, two
sisters, Sarah (Roby) Deel of Haysi and Delphia (Johnny) Mullins of Birchleaf and two brothers,
Alvin
(Katie) Blankenship and Freddie Blankenship.
Funeral services will be conducted at
11:00 a.m. Thursday, November 14, 2013 at Haysi Funeral Home with Darrell
Thacker and Russell Lockhart officiating. Burial will follow in Blankenship
Cemetery, Haysi, VA
Dinwiddie
+2014, Dinwiddie, Dinwiddie Co., VA,
Obituary
Published in The Progress-Index on Mar. 12, 2014
Lenora Anne Blankenship Jackson, 81, of Dinwiddie, passed away on Monday, March 10, 2014. Born in
Petersburg, VA, she was the daughter of the late Garland Booker and Lenora
Brockwell Blankenship; and was
also preceded in death by her husband, Robert O. Jackson.
Mrs. Jackson retired from Fort Lee, where she worked as a budget
analyst for 39 years.
She is survived by her two sons, Douglas and George Jackson; and
numerous other extended family and friends.
A funeral service will be conducted at 10 a.m. Friday, March 14,
2014, at the Petersburg Chapel of J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home.
Interment will follow in Blandford Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Fairfax
+2013, Annandale, Fairfax Co., VA, Obituary
The Herald-Sun, (Durham, NC) - June 28, 2013
On June 6 2013, Phyllis Minor (nee Hayes) passed away in Northern
Virginia. Phyllis, the daughter of Russell and Bessie King Hayes, was born and raised in Durham, NC. She
was a graduate of Durham High. In 1951, she married James Arnold Minor also of
Durham. Phyllis was a long time resident of Annandale, Virginia and retired
from the CIA in 1992.
She was preceded in death by her husband, "Jim;"
granddaughter, Jillian; and sister, Emily Blankenship.
She is survived by her children, Cathy of Colorado Springs, CO,
James Jr. of Stem, NC, and Michael of Annandale, VA She is also survived by her
brother, Eddie Hayes; and sister, Mary Jane Copeland, both of Durham NC, as
well as by her grandchildren, Tracie, Corrie, Jason, and Cheryl. She had seven
great grandchildren, as well as many nieces and nephews.
Phyllis and Jim will be reunited at a graveside Celebration of Life
on August 3rd at 2 p.m. at Woodlawn Memorial Park in Durham, NC.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Annandale, Fairfax
Co., VA, Obituary
Published in The Washington Post on Mar. 13,
2014
Sandra Diane Allport, (nee Robey), age 67,
of Annandale, VA, on March 10, 2014.
Beloved wife of Charles L. Allport; loving mother of two sons,
Byron Robey Marteny (Bari) of Fairfax, VA, Daniel Clinton Marteny (Linda) of
Springfield, VA; daughter of James Everett Robey, Sr.; sister of James E.
Robey, Jr. (Patti), Robert E. Robey (Vivian). Also surived by
five grandchildren, Myna, Jordan, Morgan, Dylan and Mackenzie.
She was preceded in death by her mother, Mildred
Dean Blankenship; stepfather,
Roy Jackson Mock and stepmother, Lois Wilson Robey.
Funeral Services will be at 1 p.m., Monday, March 17, 2014, at
Everly-Wheatley Funeral Home, 1500 W. Braddock Road, Alexandria, VA, with
interment services to follow at 3 p.m. at National Memorial Park.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Vienna, Fairfax Co., VA, Obituary
Published in The Washington Post on July 7, 2013
Mrs. Barbara Kay Lee, age 74 of Vienna, VA passed away June 7, 2013
at home with her son and grandson by her side. Kay was born in Atlanta, GA to
the late Jay and Katherine
Blankenship Taylor, preceded
in death by her husband, Tom, sisters, Jeanne Coolidge, Patricia Owen and
niece, Genie Richardson Barber.
She was a long time member of Vienna Presbyterian Church. Kay and
Tom met while attending Huntingdon College in Alabama and traveled during his
military career to New York, Michigan, England, Virginia, Colorado, Nebraska
and Hawaii. Kay spent time in Turkey and the Middle East region with daughter,
Cynthia (Cindy), and in-laws Bob and Dorothy Lee while Tom was in training. Kay
was the strong military wife who efficiently moved the family every two to
three years and enjoyed the sights in every region of the country we resided.
Employed in multiple fields including medical and business at each duty station
she eventually owned and operated a print shop when they settled back into
Virginia post military life. Kay retired after a successful yet short
experience in the realty industry.
Kay is survived by her brother, Jay (Tina) Taylor of Alabama;
children, Cynthia of Hawaii and Robert (Sarah) of Virginia; and six
grandchildren.
Kay will be laid to rest with Tom at Arlington National Cemetery on
July 19, 2013 at 1 p.m.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
1940 Census, Ward 6, Atlanta, Atlanta
City, Fulton Co., GA,
Taylor, Jay M. 27, M, NC, Head,
Taylor, Katherine 25, F, GA, Wife,
Taylor, Kay 01, F, GA, Dau,
https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/K75L-5WP
+2013, Vienna, Fairfax Co., VA, Obituary
Published in The Washington Post on Dec. 1, 2013
http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/washingtonpost/obituary.aspx?n=elliott-e-blankenship&pid=168255134
Elliott E. Blankenship (Age 88) Of Vienna, VA passed away on Sunday, November 17, 2013.
Beloved husband of 70 years to Elizabeth Ellen Blankenship; father of Timothy Blankenship (Shirley), Peggy Clark and Jamie Love;
grandfather of Kate, Hayley, Connor, and Brooke.
Elliott was a World War II veteran and long time resident of
Vienna, VA He retired from the Bureau of Engraving and Printing and was an
electrical contractor.
A Memorial Mass will be held on Monday, December 2, at 10 a.m. at
Our Lady of Good Counsel Catholic Church, 8601 Wolf Trap Road, Vienna, VA
Inurnment at a later date at Arlington National Cemetery.
+2014, Vienna, Fairfax Co., VA, Obituary
Published in The Washington Post on Aug. 10,
2014
Elizabeth Ellen Blankenship, a longtime resident of Vienna, VA, died on Wednesday, August 6,
2014.
Loving wife of the late Elliott E. Blankenship; devoted mother of Timothy (Shirley) Blankenship,
Peggy Clark and Jamie Love;
cherished grandmother of Kate, Hayley, Connor and Brooke. Elizabeth was an
active member of the Stonewall Manor Garden Club.
A memorial Mass will be celebrated at Our Lady of Good Counsel
Catholic Church, 8601 Wolf Trap Road, Vienna, VA on Tuesday, August 19 at 10:30
a.m. Inurnment will be held at Arlington National Cemetery at a later date.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Fauquier
+2014, Bealeton, Fauquier Co., VA, Obituary
http://www.shortridgeramey.com/obituaries/Sanford-Blankenship/
Sanford (Sampie) Blankenship, 78, of Bealeton, VA passed away peacefully on August 11, 2014.
Born in Hurley, VA on March 21, 1936, he was the son of the late Annon and Lydia Church
Blankenship of Hurley, VA
He was a 1955 graduate of Hurley High School. Sampie was a manger
of Roseann Company Store, Roseann, VA, manager of Seven Eleven, Fort
Lauderdale, Fl. and owner /operator of C&B Grocery and Sanford and Son
Trucking Company, Hurley, VA Among several of his achievements, Sampie founded
the Caring and Sharing Foundations that served populations.
Sampie is lovingly remembered by his wife of 40 years, Geneva of Bealeton, VA; Daughter Kimberly Keen of Bealeton, VA; Sisters, Wilma Melvin and husband Doug of Hurley, VA, Dr. Linda Blankenship Justus of Washington, NC, and Barbara Matney and husband Ricky, Smithfield, VA; grandsons, Jason
Blankenship, Joshua Blankenship, Adam Keene, Brody Mullins and Cody
Mullins; granddaughter Ashley Keene; Six great grandchildren.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his sons, Sanford Clifton Blankenship and Johnnie Ray Mullins; two sisters, Edith Kiser and Opal Matney
Prater; and two brothers, Vernon and Edgar
Blankenship.
The family will receive friends at the Shortridge-Ramey Funeral
Home Chapel of Keen Mountain, VA, Friday, August 15, 2014 after 6:00 p.m.,
where evening services will be held at 7:00 p.m.
Grave side services for Sanford Blankenship will conducted at the
Greenhills Memory Gardens Mausoleum, Claypool Hill, VA, Saturday,
August 16, at 11:00 a.m. Entombment will follow. Active pallbearers will be
family and friends.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Remington, Fauquier
Co., VA, Obituary
Culpeper Star-Exponent (VA) - December 7, 2013
Carolyn Jean Blankenship, 65, of Remington, died on Wednesday, December 4, 2013, at
Fauquier Hospital. She was born on November 5, 1948, in Alexandria, to the late
Joseph and Margaret Corbin Brenner.
Mrs. Blankenship was a member of Canaan Faith Church of God in
Stafford and enjoyed horseback and bike riding.
She is survived by her husband
of 47 years, Harvey W.
Blankenship; one daughter, Vickie G. Bateson of Remington; one sister, Gwen Lee Lee of Hawaii; and two
grandchildren, Ryan and Robyn Bateson.
A gathering to celebrate her life will be held on Tuesday, December
10, 2013, from 6 until 8 p.m. at Found and Sons Funeral Chapel, 850 Sperryville
Pike, Culpeper, Virginia.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Warrenton, Fauquier Co., VA, Obituary
Culpeper Star-Exponent (VA) - February 23, 2014
Virginia Susan Blankenship, 87, of Warrenton, Virginia, passed away on Friday, February 21,
2014, at Oak Springs of Warrenton. She was born on July 8, 1926, in West
Virginia, a daughter of the late Henry William Phillips and Nettie Miller
Phillips.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Basil Lloyd Blankenship; and her son, Basil L. Blankenship Jr.
She is survived by her two sons,
Harvey William Blankenship of Remington and Richard Alan Blankenship and wife, Jackie, of Bealeton; a sister,
Linda Frazier of Amissville; a brother, Harold Phillips of Shenandoah,
Virginia; five grandchildren and six great- grandchildren.
The family will receive friends at Moser Funeral Home in Warrenton
on Tuesday, February 25, 2014; from 10 a.m. until funeral service begins at 11
a.m. Interment will follow at Mt. Holly Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
SSDI: Blankenship, Basil, 73, 22Feb1914 -
??May1987, Brandy Station, Culpeper, VA, WV-233-16-1155
SSDI: Blankenship, Basil L., 61, 26Dec1944
- 23Nov2006, (SI), VA-231-52-5571
Floyd
+2013, Floyd, Floyd Co., VA, Obituary
The Floyd Press, (VA) - October 3, 2013
Ray Lee Mitchell, 94, passed away on Friday, September 27, 2013,
with his family by his side.
He is survived by his son and wife, Robert "Bob" and
Linda; two granddaughters and husbands, Teresa and Kevin Sweeney, and Sherry
and Randy Quesenberry; great- grandchildren, Christopher Wayne Sweeney, Ryan Mitchell
Baker and fiancee, Kelly Akers, Mitchell Lee Quesenberry, and Laken Rae
Quesenberry; sister, Maynis (Mitch) Howlett; nieces and husbands, Sandra and
Dennis Johnson, Suzi and David Rogers; nephew and wife, John and Barbara
Howlett. He is also survived by several other extended family members, his
church family, and special friends, all the guys at Alum Ridge Auto Repair, and
Buddy, Mark, Frank, Eddie, and Deryle, along with many others. He was grateful
for Sue and Jeff Wheeler, dear friends, who delivered his paper to his door
every morning.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Mary
Elizabeth Blankenship Mitchell;
parents, Ezra and Sadie Mitchell; two sisters and three brothers-in-law, Mabel
and Zenas Wheeler, Faye and Lowell Altizer, H. B. Howlett; and niece, Joan
Howlett Cox.
Ray was a faithful member of Pleasant Valley Church of the
Brethren, serving as trustee, deacon, and various other offices through the
years. He loved his church family and considered each one a special part of his
life. He was often called at the church "grandpa" and was a mentor to
many in the church, as well as the community. Being a farmer, horseman, and
livestock dealer, he was a hard worker. Many people considered him to be a
"horse whisperer" because of his unique way with horses. He was
blessed to remain active up to the time of the stroke on September 25, 2013,
even able to mow and rake hay the previous day.
We appreciate the special service led by Pastor Roy Turpin and
Pastor Brian Turpin and all those who shared in the celebration of Ray's life.
Thank you to all who have been so good to him.
A funeral service was held at Pleasant Valley Church of the
Brethren, 3883 Alum Ridge Road, 11 a.m Monday, September 30, 2013, with Pastor
Roy Turpin officiating. Burial followed in the church cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Fluvanna
+2014, Palmyra, Fluvanna Co., VA, Obituary
Catherine Sue Mattox Pierce, 83, of Palmyra, died Saturday, December
27, 2014 at a local hospital. Born November 24, 1931 in Bedford, VA, she was
the daughter of the late Robert and Annie Nester Mattox and was the wife of the late William R. Pierce, Sr.
In addition, she was preceded in death by two sisters, Anne Latimer
and Mable Bowden, and one brother, Powell Mattox.
Catherine was an Estee Lauder representative with Miller &
Rhodes Department Store for many years.
She is survived by four daughters, Lisa Pierce Berg and her husband
Stephen of Centreville, VA, Cindy Nowak and her husband Dave of Palmyra, Debra
Amos of Roanoke, and Donna Jinks and her husband John of Tampa, FL; one son,
William “Randy” Pierce, Jr. of Charlottesville; three sisters, Barbara Catron of Bedford, VA, Mary Leigh Blankenship of Vinton, VA, and Joyce Marr of Richmond,
VA; two brothers, Jimmy Mattox of Christiansburg, VA and Henry Mattox of
Kentucky; 10 grandchildren, and 11 great grandchildren.
A funeral service will be conducted 11 a.m. Friday, January 2, 2014
at the Teague Chapel with Mr. Lindsay Ellis officiating. Interment will follow
at Holly Memorial Gardens.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Franklin City
2013, Franklin City, VA, Obituary
Published in The Virginian Pilot on September 4,
2013
George Bryan Lupton was born September 25, 1934 to the late Sherman
Alexander and Lizzie Dean Lupton of Lowland, NC. He departed this world on
Sunday, September 1, 2013 after a lengthy illness. He was a longtime resident
of Franklin, VA, where he was retired from his many business ventures.
He was predeceased by one son Steven Scott Toler and two brothers,
Sherman Howard Lupton and Roman Keith Lupton.
George was a veteran of the US Navy where he served aboard the USS
Rochester, a member of VFW Post 4411 and Gates County Hunt Club. He was a
member of Emmanuel Episcopal Church in Franklin and was devoted to his church
and his Savior where there was no task too menial or monumental. In his
congregation, George served on the vestry and was truly the guardian of the
church's property. Most importantly, day by day he was faithful in prayer,
scripture study and devotions with humility and gentleness. The Bible says that
Moses was the most humble man on the face of the earth, but George was a close
second with his quiet steady faith and huge heart for service. George joined
the Franklin Masonic Lodge #151 A.F.&A.M. in 1960 and enjoyed the
fellowship of Freemasonry for 53 years; receiving his 50 year membership in
2010. He was also a Shriner belonging to the Khedive Shriners in Chesapeake, VA
and also a member of the Franklin Shrine Club. George was a 32nd degree mason
joining the Southampton Scottish Rite Association as a charter member in 1968
and serving as Vice President that same year. He served as President in 1969.
George is survived by his wife Hannah Toler Lupton, two sons, Roy
Lupton and wife Sherri and Calvin Toler and wife Paula and three daughters, Lori L. Lambdin, Rachel L. Blankenship and husband
Johnnie and Jewel T. Johnson and husband Mickey
and two brothers, Charlie Lupton of Franklin and Vernon Lupton of Oak Harbor,
WA and a sister-in-law Beth Lupton. Children were his passion and George was
the proud grandfather to Daniel Lupton, Ryan Lupton, Rebecca Lupton Stokes,
Will Lambdin, Grace Blankenship, Cal Toler, Amy Johnson and Katie Johnson
and Great-grandfather to Calvin and Sydney Toler.
Funeral services will be held on Friday, September 6, at 6 p.m. at
Emmanuel Episcopal Church, Franklin, VA with a reception immediately following
in the church fellowship hall.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Franklin City, VA, Obituary
Published in The Virginian Pilot on Nov. 3, 2013
Mildred Cobb Johnson, 90, widow of Robert Emmett "Bobby"
Johnson, passed away November 1, 2013 at Riverside Convalescent Center in Smithfield [Wight Co., VA]. A native of Franklin, she was the last
of nine children of the late James Percy and Evie Gardner Cobb. Mrs. Johnson
was a member of Emmanuel Episcopal Church.
Survivors include her daughters,
Diane J. Blankenship, of Franklin and Janet J. Hudgins and
husband, Wayne, of Mineral; three grandchildren,
Dayna Burton (Rick), Dara Epperly (Brent) and Tre Blankenship (Karen), and six great-grandchildren,
Cole Barnette, Reagan and Carter Epperly, Ayden, Ashlynn and Landon
Blankenship.
A funeral service will be held at 3 p.m. Monday, November 4, at the
Emmanuel Episcopal Church with the Rev. Edmund Pickup officiating. Burial will
follow at Poplar Spring Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Franklin
2013, Ferrum, Franklin Co., VA, Obituary
Published in Roanoke Times on February 1,
2013
Charles H. Young, Jr., 86, of Ferrum, died Wednesday, January 30,
2013.
Surviving are his wife, Barbara Woods Young; daughter, Judy
Thompson (Billy); granddaughter, Olivia Thompson (Frank Craighead); sisters, Jean Ruth, Margaret Cooper,
Pearl Santrock, Betty
Blankenship, Josephine
Micolupo; numerous nieces and nephews.
Graveside services will be private. There will be no visitation.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Ferrum, Franklin
Co., VA, Obituary
Published in Roanoke Times from August 27 to
August 28, 2013
Harold L. Woods, 79, of Ferrum, passed away Monday, August 26,
2013. He was born June 27, 1934, a son of the late Jesse and Lura Woods.
He was also preceded in death by his wife, Lora Woods and second
wife, Virginia Woods; sisters, Dorothy Blankenship, Lottie Cooper; and brothers, Buren,
Wilsie, Roy and Ernest Woods.
Surviving are two sons, Tim Woods (Kitty), Todd Woods (Lisa);
grandchildren, Chad, Travis, Shannon, and Stacey Woods; stepdaughter, Barbara
Parker (Gene); and her children, Pana Caviness and Blake Lynch; many other
family members and friends. Also surviving are one loving brother, Jackie Woods
(Nancy); and two dear sisters, Phyllis Holley (Ronald) and Janet Stanaland
(Paul); and his good friend, Curtis Waid. Harold was a gifted wood craftsman,
making beautiful clocks and country porch swings.
Funeral services will be conducted from Flora Funeral Chapel at 11
a.m. on Wednesday, August 28, 2013, with Pastor Jeff Wray officiating. Burial
will be in High Street Cemetery in Rocky Mount following the service.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
1940 Census, Brown Hill District, Franklin
Co., VA,
Woods, Jessie R. 38, M, VA, Head,
Woods, Lura J. 38, F, VA, Wife,
Woods, Buren A. 19, M, VA, Son,
Woods, Dorothy J. 17, F, VA, Dau,
Woods, Walsie 13, M, VA, Son,
Woods, Earnest L. 10, M, VA, Son,
Woods, Harold L. 05, M, VA, Son,
Woods, Roy E. 03, M, VA, Son,
Woods, Lotta M. 00, F, VA, Dau,
https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/VRYB-DV7
SSDI: Blankenship,
Dorothy J., 85, 03Aug1922 - 12Apr2008, Ferrum, Franklin, VA, VA-227-52-0039
+2013, Ferrum, Franklin Co., VA, Obituary
http://connerbowman.com/?pagetype=obitlink&obit_id=1203029
Beulah Sloan Mountcastle, 84 of Ferrum passed away Saturday,
December 28, 2013.
She was preceded in death by her husband Marvin Mountcastle; daughters, Debra Mountcastle, Paula Blankenship and Elizabeth Young; two infant sons.
She is survived by her daughter, Cathy Mountcastle; special sons-in-law, Rickey Blankenship and John Wesley Young; special daughter-in-law, Valerie Blankenship; special niece, Carolyn Radford. She is
also survived by her grandchildren, Bruce (Frances) Young, Melissa (Tommy)
Amos; and her great-grandchildren, Savannah, Brooke and Courtney Amos; several
other relatives and friends.
Funeral services will be conducted from Lynch Conner-Bowman Funeral
Chapel 3:00 p.m. Tuesday, December 31, 2013 with Pastor Rick Poland
officiating. Interment will follow in Maple Grove Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Ferrum, Franklin Co., VA, Obituary
The Roanoke Times, (VA) Date: September 10, 2014
Alberta J. Shively, 83, of Ferrum died in her home on Tuesday,
September 9, 2014. She was born on July 30, 1931 to the late Roy and Lera
James.
She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother
who loved taking care of her family. She loved flowers, gardening, and cooking
wonderful meals for her family. She was a member of Mill Creek Baptist Church
and dearly loved all her church family.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her twin
brother, Albert James; her brother, R. H. James; and her sisters, Christine
Rorrer, Maxine Jones, and Georgetta Evans.
She is survived by her loving husband of 65 years, Junior C.
Shively; her children, Margie Bowling (Wayne) of Boones Mill, VA, Regena Jones
(Danny) of Bedford, VA, Christel Scott (Glenn) of Callaway, VA, David Shively
(Rachel) of Ferrum, VA, and Tim Shively (Cindy) of Ferrum, VA She is also
survived by her grandchildren,
Jonathan Scott (Alla), Shannon Bowling (Tonya), Kevin Bowling (Heather), Amanda Blankenship (Denny), Sara
Padilla (Carlos) and Amanda Law; great-grandchildren, Alexander Scott, Courtney
Bowles, Brent Bowling, Emily Bowling, Hayden Bowling, Daniel Bowling, William
Law, and Gabriela Padilla. Surviving also are her sisters, Nadine Scott and
Patsy Carter (Roger); her brothers-in-law, J.D. Jones and Donnie Rorrer; and
sister-in-law, Claudine James.
Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Friday from Flora
Funeral Chapel with Dr. Brian Goard and Pastor Tom Teems officiating. Interment
will follow in Franklin Memorial Park.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Glade Hill, Franklin Co., VA, Funeral
Published in Roanoke Times on June 3, 2013
Emilyn Christine Hubbard, infant, Glade Hill, passed away Thursday,
May 30, 2013.
Graveside services 2 p.m. Monday at the Blankenship Family Cemetery. Arrangements by Flora
Funeral Service and Cremation Center, Rocky Mount/Smith Mtn. Lake.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Penhook, Franklin Co., VA, Obituary
Danville Register & Bee (VA) - August 14, 2014
On Monday, August 11, 2014, Jack Watson Blankenship, 86, of Penhook was called home to be with his heavenly father. He
was born in Danville, VA on January 28, 1928, to the late Mary Henderson and Donald Earl Blankenship.
He was preceded in death by his parents and brothers, Carlton and Dan Blankenship.
He is survived by his loving wife
of 38 years, Barbara R.
Blankenship; along with seven children, Jack W. Blankenship Jr. (Debbie), Frances
Wells (Charles), all of Emporia, VA, William W. Blankenship (Tammie) of Staunton, VA, Robert W. Arthur (Audrey), Deborah Hunt, all of Penhook, VA, Tammy Haskins of
Stephens City, VA, and Mary B. Eanes (Fred) of Halifax, VA He is also
survived by 15 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; brothers and sisters-in-law, Daniel R. Reynolds (Cindy) and David
O. Reynolds, Leone Blankenship ; nieces, nephews, special pie baking
aunt, Florence Wright; special friends, Earl Sturgill and Doug Law; his church
family and friends. He loved to fellowship at Boones Chapel Church of the
Brethren in Penhook. He will be greatly missed by everyone, especially his
faithful companion, Red Dog.
Funeral services will also be held at the Boones Chapel Church of
the Brethren in Penhook on Friday, August 15, 2014, at 2 p.m. with Pastor Mike
Gallimore officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Rocky Mount, Franklin Co., VA, Obituary
Published in Roanoke Times from January 4 to
January 5, 2013
Homer Elmore Graham, 78, of Rocky Mount, went to be with the Lord
Wednesday, January 2, 2013. He was born May 2, 1934, the son of the late Edwin
and Martha Graham.
He was also preceded in death by a brother, Paul Graham; sister,
Barbara Cox; and niece, Diana Belcher. He served in the United States Navy and
was the previous owner of Graham's Garage as a mechanic. He was a faithful
member of Rocky Mount Baptist Church where he served as Deacon.
He is survived by his wife of 37 years, Ruth Graham; sons, Douglas
Graham, of Roanoke, Bill Childress (Ann), of Ashburn; daughters, Mary Angle
(Terry), Linda Bedsaul, both of Roanoke; seven grandchildren, Crystal Bradford, Jennifer Blankenship, Chad Blankenship, Monica Duncan, Darryl Childress, Cameron
Graham, and Ashley Graham; nine great-grandchildren, Trevor, Tyler, Cayla,
Zachary, Gabriel, Jay Paul, Luke, Kaitlyn and Cayden; brothers, Wendell Graham
(Marcella) Fort Myers, Florida, Neil Graham (Cathy), Richmond; sisters, Bonnie
Hawks, Beatrice Belcher (Guy); special sister-in-law, Shirley Graham; and
numerous nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Saturday, January 5, 2013, at
Rocky Mount Baptist Church with Pastor Jeff Robinson and Dr. Jack Corvin
officiating. Interment will follow in Antioch Church of the Brethren Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Rocky Mount, Franklin Co., VA, Obituary
Published in Roanoke Times on July 9, 2013
Guydie Blankenship Haskins, 92, of Rocky Mount and formerly of Hurt, died Sunday, July 7,
2013, at Franklin Health and Rehabilitation Center of Rocky Mount. She was the
wife of the late Samuel Douglas Haskins. She was born January 16, 1921, in
Roanoke, a daughter of the late Joseph Blankenship
and Cora Belle Witt Blankenship. She
was a member of Rocky Mount Baptist Church and was also a loving wife, mother
and grandmother.
She is survived by a son, Jerry L. Haskins, of Fort Lauderdale,
Fla.; three daughters, Janet H. Crouch, of Hurt, Joan H. Wolfe and her husband,
Mike, of Goldsboro, N.C., and Connie Wray and her husband, Mike, of Rocky
Mount; two sisters, Helen Sink, of Roanoke and Hazel Harris, of
Hampton; eight grandchildren; fourteen great-grandchildren; and one
great-great-grandchild.
She was preceded in death by a son, Douglas Joe Haskins; a brother, Joe Blankenship; a sister, Louise Deal; a son-in-law, C. H. Crouch; two daughter-in-laws, Geraldine
Haskins and Barbara Haskins; and a grandson, Keith Haskins.
A graveside service will be conducted at 2 p.m. Wednesday, July 10,
2013, at Altavista Memorial Park by the Rev. John Collins.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Rocky Mount, Franklin Co., VA, Obituary
http://connerbowman.com/?pagetype=obitlink&obit_id=1106217
Elizabeth M. Young, age 64 of Rocky Mount passed away Tuesday,
September 24, 2013.
She was preceded in death by her father, Marvin MountCastle; two sisters, Debra MountCastle and Paula Blankenship; two infant brothers.
She is survived by her husband, John Wesley Young; daughter and
son-in-law, Melissa and Tommy Amos, Troutville; son and daughter-in-law, Bruce
and Frances Young, Ridgeway; her mother, Beulah MountCastle; her grandchildren,
Savannah, Brooke, and Courtney; and her sister, Cathy MountCastle.
A Memorial Service will be conducted from Bethany United Methodist
Church, 2:00 p.m. Sunday, September 29, 2013 with Rev. Bud Nichols officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Rocky Mount, Franklin Co., VA, Obituary
The Roanoke Times, (VA) - May 14, 2014
Teresa Lynne Wagner, 53, of Rocky Mount, passed away on Friday, May
2, 2014. She was the daughter of the late Edward W. Wagner and Janet W. Loser.
She is survived by her daughters, Crystal Barmore and husband
Ellis, and Jenniffer Matthey and Andy Blankenship; her grandsons, Nathaniel and Jackson Matthey; her
significant other Tim Waterhouse and his son, Scott; brothers, Gary Wagner and
wife Rosie, and Scott Wagner and wife Michelle and son Ryan; her nephew, Ryan
Wagner, and niece Brittany Johns. She will be missed by all.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Rocky Mount, Franklin Co., VA, Obituary
The Roanoke Times, (VA) Date: October 30, 2014
Kevin Bryan Anderson, 42, of Rocky Mount, VA, died at his home on
Saturday, October 11, 2014, in Franklin County. He was born on March 18, 1972,
to his parents, James Woodworth Anderson Jr. and Barbara Wills Williams.
Kevin attended and graduated Christiansburg High School. After high
school, Kevin enrolled online and became HVAV Technician certified and PLC's
Technician Certified. He was employed at Old Virginia Brick of Salem for 20
years and also became a black belt in martial arts.
Kevin married Heather Ann Arnold on December 1, 2012. He devoted
all his time to his family and his home. He was a loving husband and the
greatest stepdad.
Surviving are his wife, Heather Ann Anderson; his five
stepchildren, Michael, Lorissa, Taylor, Daniel Bear and Sara; parents, James
Anderson and Barbara Wills Williams; his brother, Mark Anderson and wife,
Melissa, and sons, Shawn Shearing and D J Blankenship;
his sister, Carrie Anderson and fiance, Jimmy Fowler, and son, Thomas Dylan
Fowler; grandmother, Marjorie Anderson; and aunts, uncles, cousins and extended
family.
Memorial Services will be conducted from Conner Bowman Funeral Home
(Rt. 220 chapel) at 2 p.m. on Saturday, November 1, 2014.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Rocky Mount, Franklin Co., VA, Obituary
http://www.connerbowman.com/obituaries/Dixie-Cooper/#!/Obituary
On December 9, 2014, we lost our beautiful 87 year young Mom and
Mee-Maw, Dixie Lee Bernard Cooper to heart failure. Dixie was born November 2,
1927 in Union Hall, Virginia, a daughter of the late Clayton Beverly and Marye Blankenship Bernard.
She was the loving wife to the late Leonard Herrick Cooper for 46
years.
She was also preceded in death by her brother, Kenneth Aubrey
Bernard.
She is survived by her daughter, Mitzi K. Cooper Tomlin, Amherst;
her son, Herrick Beverly Cooper, Miami, Florida; grandchildren, Loren H. and
Sheri Tomlin, Amherst, Kimberly G. Cooper, Seattle, Washington, Timothy C.
Cooper, Miami, Florida; her great-granddaughter, Casey J. Tomlin, Amherst; her
great-grandson, Michael E. Cooper, Miami, Florida; a few cousins, nieces,
nephews and several long-time Union Hall friends.
Funeral services will be conducted from Lynch Conner-Bowman Funeral
Home Chapel following the visitation at 2:00 p.m. with Pastor Rick Poland
officiating. Interment will follow in the Bernard Family Cemetery on Old Salem
School Road in Union Hall.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
1940 Census, Union Hall District, Franklin
Co., VA,
Bernard, Claton 36, M, IL, Head,
Bernard, Mary 35, F, VA, Wife,
Bernard, Aubrey 15, M, VA, Son,
Bernard, Dixie
Lee 12, F, VA, Dau,
https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:VRY1-W9Q
2013, Smith Mountain Lake, Franklin Co., VA, Obituary
The Roanoke Times, (VA) - June 12, 2013
Richard Thomas (Dick) Johnson, 88, of Smith Mountain Lake, VA,
passed away on Monday, June 10, 2013. He was born December 16, 1924, in
Henderson, N.C., the son of the late Claude William and Hallie Averette
Johnson.
In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by one sister,
and three brothers. Mr. Johnson retired as Executive Vice President of the Lane
Furniture Company after 40 years. He graduated from Henderson High School and
then served three years in the United States Air Force. He received his
Industrial Engineering Degree at NC State University in Raleigh, N.C., where he
was a member of Theta Tau Engineering Fraternity and played varsity football
all four years. He served on the Engineering Curriculum Committee at NC State
for many years, and remained an avid member of the University Athletic
Association. He was formerly a member of Rocky Mount United Methodist Church
where he held numerous positions on the administrative board over the years. He
served on the board of Franklin Memorial Hospital from 1966 until 1970 and also
was active in Boy Scouts of America. After moving to Smith Mountain Lake, he
transferred his church membership to Christ Community Church where he remained
active. He was an active member of the Rocky Mount Rotary Club and received the
Paul Harris Fellow award of Rotary International. An avid golfer, he was a
member of The Waters Edge at Smith Mountain Lake.
Mr. Johnson is survived by his loving wife, Viola Hoyle Johnson; sons,
Richard T. "Rick" Johnson Jr., of Lynchburg, and Carl H. Johnson and
wife, Ellen, of Roanoke; daughter, Mittie J. Hambrick and husband, P.D, of
Union Hall; three grandchildren, Cameron H. Blankenship and husband,
Cody, Perry Hambrick and fiancee, Lauryl
Anglin, and Brian Hambrick; and two great-granddaughters,
Shelby and Avery Blankenship.
He possessed a charming sense of humor, was a firm boss, but always
fair. Dick loved his family, his church, his friends, NC State Wolfpack, a good
book, and golfing where he had five holes in one. A Memorial Service will be
held at 11 a.m. on Friday, June 14, 2013, at Flora Funeral Home in Rocky Mount,
VA, with the Rev. Jim Hight officiating. Burial at Franklin Memorial Park will
be private.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Wirtz, Franklin Co., VA, Obituary
Published in Roanoke Times on March 29, 2013
Joyce B. Smith, 65, of Wirtz, died Wednesday, March 27, 2013, at
her home. She was born March 29, 1947, a daughter of the late Warren and Thelma Blankenship Bradford.
She was also preceded in death by her great-grandson, Brayden
Bogle.
Surviving are her husband, Donald Wayne Smith; son, Darryl Smith;
grandchildren, Jessica Smith and Kady Smith; great-grandchildren, Hunter Bogle
and Mason Smith; brothers and sisters, Janice and Roger Smith, Geraldine and
Larry Hylton, Roger and Barbara Bradford; and nephew, Bobby Smith.
Funeral services will be conducted 11 a.m. Saturday, March 30,
2013, from Flora Funeral Chapel with the Rev. Denver Turner officiating.
Interment will follow in Mountain View Memorial Park.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Wirtz, Franklin Co.,
VA, Obituary
The Roanoke Times, (VA) - May 19, 2014
Marie Hartman Sink, 65, of Wirtz, passed away Thursday, May 15,
2014.
She was predeceased by her husband, George Junior Sink; parents,
James Allen and Evelyn H. Hartman; sister, Diana McGhee; and brothers, J. A.,
Tobey and Randy Hartman.
Surviving family includes her brother, Tony A. Hartman; sister,
Loretta Jo Spillan and Alan of Russell, Kan.; special nephews, Matt (Shannon)
and Stacey (Jamie) McGhee; uncles,
John and Ira (Joann) Hartman and Raymond Blankenship
and many other special nieces and cousins.
Funeral services will be held at 1 pm on Tuesday, May 20, 2014, at
the Lotz Funeral Home Chapel in Vinton with Pastor Barry Witt officiating.
Interment will follow in Mount Pleasant Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Frederick
+2014, Stephens City, Frederick Co., VA, Obituary
Shenandoah Valley-Herald (Woodstock, VA) - April 25, 2014
Harry L. Burroughs, 84, of Stephens City, died Friday, April 11,
2014, at a local nursing home. Mr. Burroughs was born April 23, 1929, in
Tazewell, West Virginia, the son of the late James Blane and Coral Ethel Kidd
Burroughs.
He retired as a machine operator from Ashworth Brothers in
Winchester. Harry was a member of VFW Stephens City and American Legion of
Winchester. He married Rowena D. Burroughs on September 20, 1949; in
Parrisburg, WV
Mrs. Burroughs preceded Harry in death on January 15, 1996.
Harry is survived by his two daughters, Patricia B. Burroughs
Franklin of Strasburg, and Pamela K. Burroughs of Richmond, VA; three sons,
Paul C. and Perry L. Burroughs of Middletown, and Philip D. Burroughs of
Winchester; two brothers, John Burroughs of Kentucky, and Oran Burroughs of
Washington State; four sisters,
Maxine Eaton, Betty Lawe and Wanda
Blankenship, all of Bland, VA,
and Frances Parcell of Poplar Hill, VA
He was preceded in death by five brothers, Jack, Howard, Fred,
Charles and Douglas Burroughs; and three sisters, Mable Morris, Dorothy Vest
and Virginia Thacker.
A private funeral service was held on Wednesday, April 16, 2014, at
the Jones Funeral Home Chapel in Stephens City with Rev. Ken Patrick officiating.
Burial followed the funeral sevice and was held in Green Hill Cemetery,
Stephens City.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
1930 Census, Walkers Creek, Giles Co., VA,
Burroughs, James B. 29, M, WV, Head,
Burroughs, Cora E. 29, F, WV, Wife,
Burroughs, Jack 09, M, WV, Son,
Burroughs, Lucile 07, F, WV, Dau,
Burroughs, Howard W. 05, M, WV, Son,
Burroughs, Fread W. 03, M, WV, Son,
Burroughs, Helen M. 02, F, WV, Dau,
Burroughs, Harry L. 00, M, WV, Son,
https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/C6HJ-MW2
Fredericksburg City
+2013, Fredericksburg City, VA, Obituary
The Free Lance-Star, (Fredericksburg, VA) - May 25, 2013
Della Agnes Hite, 94, formerly of Raysal, WV, and Sterling, VA, passed
away on Wednesday, May 22, 2013, in the hospice wing of Mary Washington
Hospital, Fredericksburg, after a
short illness. Della was born Feb. 19, 1919, in Bartley, WV, to John Wallace
and Susie Elizabeth Addair
Blankenship. Della was a
loving, caring and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and
great-great-grandmother.
Survivors include her sons, Ed Hooker and Charles Hooker (Darlene)
of King George County; daughter Carol Hite-Smith Malloy (Richard) of
Fredericksburg; five grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and 12
great-great-grandchildren; and many nephews, nieces and friends.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 62 years, Eugene Hite;
her parents; four sisters; six brothers; one daughter-in-law; and one
son-in-law. Della enjoyed traveling, being with family and friends,
embroidering and her passion, cooking.
The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, May
29, 2013, at Mullins and Thompson Funeral Home in Fredericksburg. Burial will
be at 11 a.m. on Saturday, June 1, at Roselawn Memorial Gardens Cemetery in
Princeton, WV
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Fredericksburg City,
VA, Obituary
The Free Lance-Star, (Fredericksburg, VA) Date: October 16,
2014
Emma Jean Webb, 87, of Fredericksburg, formerly of Huron, Ohio,
passed away Tuesday, Oct. 14, 2014, at Mary Washington Hospital, with her
daughter by her side. Born in Wheelersburg, Ohio.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 46 years, Grant A.
Webb.
Jean led an active life and attended St. Patrick Catholic Church.
She enjoyed gardening, swimming, bowling, playing card games and working jigsaw
puzzles.
Survivors include her daughter, Laura Falter (James); son Al Webb; sister Betty Blankenship; four grandchildren, James T. Falter (Kellie),
Lisa Mitchell (Edward), Meggin Webb and Molly Webb; and six
great-grandchildren.
A memorial service will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 18, at
Foster Funeral Home, with a private burial to follow at Restlawn Memorial Park.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Galax City
+2013, Galax City, VA, Obituary
http://www.twincountyfunerals.com/obituaries/Hershel-Blankenship/#/Obituary
Hershel Vester Blankenship, age 80, of Galax, passed away Monday, March 25, 2013 at his home.
He was born August 22, 1932 to the late Pattie and Elias Blankenship in WV.
In addition to his parents, he is also preceded in death by son, Autry Blankenship; sister, Florine; two brothers, Tussell and Hassell; grandson, Douglas; great granddaughter,
Skye Danille.
Survivors include his wife,
of 40 years, Shirley Jean
Blankenship of the home; three
daughters, Audry Kay King and husband, Rick of Dundee, MI, Patty Marie Hill and husband, Terry of Galax and Becky Rogers and husband, Larry of Crockett, VA; four sons, Alda Blankenship and wife, Betty of Sand Springs, OK, Allen Blankenship and wife, Robin of Stillwater, OK., Gary
Crigger and wife, Lesia of Woodlawn, David Crigger of Crockett, VA; two sisters, Corine Goad
and husband, Emmanuel and Lorine Johnson all of Galax; two brothers, Ersel Blankenship and wife, Florence of Grundy, VA and Russell Blankenship and wife, Betty of Hillsville; 19
grandchildren; 22 great grandchildren.
A Funeral Service will be held Saturday, March 30, 2013 at Twin
County Funerals Sanctuary beginning at 11am. Rev. Gary Adams and Rev Myron
Dalton will officiate. Burial will follow in the Pleasant Grove Baptist Church
Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Galax City, VA, Obituary
http://www.meaningfulfunerals.net/fh/obituaries/obituary.cfm?o_id=2089427&fh_id=10771
Mary Elizabeth Elliott age 47 of Galax, Virginia passed away
Monday, May 13, 2013 at her home. Mary
was born in Los Angeles, California on November 21, 1965 to John S. and Barbara
Crabtree Pertee.
In addition to her father John S. Pertee of Welch, West Virginia
and mother Barbara Pertee of McKenney, Virginia she is survived by her husband
Michael Roy Elliott of Galax, Virginia; children
Stacie Blankenship Hylton of Woodlawn, Virginia; Joshua Pertee of
Virginia Beach, Virginia; Jessica Garlic and Kayla Elliott both of Galax,
Virginia; sister Sheri Fraser of McKenney, Virginia; brothers Charles Pertee of
Virginia Beach, Virginia; John R. Pertee of Bluefield, West Virginia; eight
grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.
The family will receive friends Wednesday evening from six until
eight at the Vaughan-Guynn Funeral Home. The body will then be sent to Iaegar,
West Virginia for service and burial.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Giles
+2013, Eggleston, Giles Co., VA, Obituary
Published in Roanoke Times on May 29, 2013
Dannie Eugene Johnston, 65, of Eggleston, departed this life
Saturday evening, May 25, 2013, at Bedford Memorial Hospital, Bedford. Born in Pearisburg on August
10, 1947, he was a son of the late George W. and Eileen Morris Johnston.
Dannie was a 1968 graduate of Giles High School and earned an
Associates Degree from New River Community College. He was retired from the
Veterans Administration Medical Center in Salem and had later worked as a
security officer with Securitas. He was a veteran of the United States Air
Force, Viet Nam era. He had been a member of Eggleston Lodge AF&AM and was
a member of Green Valley United Methodist Church.
He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, James
Johnston.
Dannie leaves to cherish his memory his wife of 42 yrs, Etta Mae
Ryder Johnston; his sons, Phillip Eugene Johnston of Littleton, Colo. and
William Jackson and wife, Lisa, of Canton, Mich.; his daughter, Shirley Ann and
her husband James Moore, of Pearisburg; his grandchildren, Andrew Bernard,
Camron Moore, and Isaac Moore; his brother, Bobby Wayne Johnston, of Narrows;
his sisters, Becky Lucas, of
Pembroke, and Dreama
Blankenship, of Narrows; and
his "special foster daughter" Dawn Stump, of Pearisburg.
Funeral services will be conducted 2 p.m. Thursday, May 30, 2013,
in the Kendall Funeral Home, 605 Snidow St., Pembroke with Bob Evans and Eddie
Kendall officiating. Burial will follow in the Southwest Virginia Veterans
Cemetery at Dublin with graveside military rites.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Eggleston, Giles Co., VA, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) Date: December 10, 2014
Rennie Nell King Warner, 92 of Eggleston, VA passed away Tuesday,
December 9, 2014 at Heritage Hall Nursing Home in Rich Creek, [Giles Co.,] VA Mrs. Warner was born on May 14, 1922
and was a daughter of the late Frank Wallace King and Grace Mae Stafford King.
Mrs. Warner was a member of the Grace United Methodist Church in
Bluefield, WV and the Eggleston United Methodist Church, a former Worthy Matron
of Paris Chapter No. 124, a former member of G.I.A. and president of the Civic
League of Bluefield, WV.
Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 72
years, Arvil (Bill) Lee Warner, two sisters, Ada Grace Gordon, Frankie K. Thorn
and two brothers, Tunis W. King and Eddie O. King.
She is survived by 2 daughters, Joyce W. Breeden and her husband
William of Marquette Heights, IL, Lynda Sue Warner of Abingdon; one son J.
Frank Warner of Eggleston; four grandsons, Timmy and Charlotte Warner, Randy
and Lisa Warner, William Warner, James Warner; three great-granddaughters,
Samantha and Frank Christy, Megan Warner, Piper Warner; three great-great
grandsons, Gavin Christy, Adan Warner and Dalton Christy; two sisters-in-law, Ruby and Claude Cruise
and Doris Blankenship and several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held Friday December 12, 2014 at 2pm with
the Rev. Dr. Fred L. Austin officiating with burial following in the Birchlawn
Burial Park in Pearisburg, VA
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Narrows, Giles Co., VA, Death
Published in Roanoke Times on January 2, 2013
Roxie Ellen Blankenship Fleeman, 84, of Narrows, passed away Tuesday, January 1, 2013.
Arrangements by Riffe's Funeral Service in
Narrows.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Narrows, Giles Co., VA, Obituary
Published in Roanoke Times on February 15, 2013
Virgie Lucille Pruett, 79, of Narrows, passed away Wednesday,
February, 13, 2013, at her home following an eight year long battle with
cancer. Born October 2, 1933, at Austinsville, she was the daughter of the late
Harry Maynard and Laura Belle Davis Surratt.
Lucille was a member of the
First Christian Church Disciples of Christ of Narrows. She was retired from the
Celenese Corp. Lucille was an awesome cook and loved to provide food for her
church and family. She would prepare enough food during the holidays to feed a
small army of people. She was always making cakes and pies for her friends. Her
delicious meals will be missed by all. Lucille always took great pride in
working in her yard with all of her flowers.
In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by one
brother, Dickie Surratt; and one sister, Laverne Lester.
Survivors include two sons, Rick Pruett and wife, Sandy, and David
Pruett, all of Narrows; one daughter, Laura Reed and husband, Jeff, of Bland;
one brother, Mickey Surratt and wife, Edith, of Fincastlel; two sisters, Minnie
Belle Warner and Fran Caldwell, both of Narrows; eight grandchildren, Chad Pruett, Heath Hyatt and wife, Lyndsay, Heather
Krienbring and husband, Koby, Holly Hyatt and fiancé, Joey Powell, Bryan
Pruett and wife, Kelly, Ethan and Ian Reed and Ashley Blankenship; and five great-grandchildren, Maddie, Hattie, Gavin, Kolier and
Cannan; several nieces and nephews.
At Lucille's request her body was donated to science. A memorial
service will be held 2 p.m. Sunday, February 16, 2013, at the First Christian
Church Disciples of Christ at Narrows.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Narrows, Giles Co., VA, Obituary
Princeton Times (WV) - January 12, 2013
Anna Sue Bradley Boothe, age 72, of Narrows, VA, passed away
Friday, January 11, 2013 at the Riverview Nursing Home, Rich Creek, VA Born July 15, 1940 at Lindside, [Monroe
Co.], WV, she was the
daughter of the late Perry and Louise Williams Bradley. Mrs. Boothe had retired
from the Dietary Department at the Riverview Nursing Home. She was of the
Christian faith.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her loving
husband, Boyd Lee Boothe; one son, Timothy Lee Boothe; brother, George Bradley;
and a sister, Drema Bradley Farmer.
Survivors include one daughter,
Regina Boothe Blankenship and husband
Jonathan of Narrows, VA; one brother, Mack Bradley
and Hedy of Princeton, WV; three sisters, Bonnie McDaniel of Peterstown, WV,
Emma Lou Blevins and husband Johnny of Falls, Mills, VA, and Patricia Havens
and husband Donnie of Narrows, VA; five grandchildren,
Andrea Rowe, Allishia Clemons, Cody, Lee and Bella Blankenship; six great-grandchildren, Skyler, Levi and
Gaven Rowe and Landon, Elianna and Eva Clemons; several nieces and nephews.
Funeral Services will be 12:00 noon, Monday, January 14, 2013 at
the Broyles-Shrewsbury Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Alvin Trivette
officiating. Burial will follow in the Bradley Cemetery, Lindside, WV
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Narrows, Giles Co., VA, Obituary
http://hosting-22456.tributes.com/show/Roxie-Blankenship-Fleeman-95010049
Roxie Blankenship Vaughn Fleeman, 84 of Narrows went to be with Jesus on Tuesday, January 1st,
2013. A lifelong resident of Giles County, she was born on April 7th, 1928, and
was the daughter of the late Edward and Sallie Belle King Blankenship.
In addition to her mother and father, she was preceded in death by
her first husband, John C. Vaughn, her second husband, Elmer Arland (Pat)
Fleeman; four brothers Clarence, Marvin, Clifton, and Arby Blankenship; three sisters, Macie Williams, Irene Hale,
and Verena Vaughn; and two stepdaughters, Mary Ellen
Ganoe and Johnnie Jean Boyd.
She was a founding member of the North Narrows Tabernacle, a
faithful Christian, and exemplified a life that was based on 2 Timothy 4:7,
"I have fought the good fight. I have finished the race. I have kept the
faith." A loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, great-great
grandmother, sister and friend, she will be dearly missed by her family and
many special friends. She was the sweetest mother this side of Heaven.
Left to cherish her memory are three daughters, Panzie Whittaker
and husband Douglas of Pearisburg, Bonnie Dunford and husband Jerry of Narrows,
Sharon Wilson and husband Tex of Narrows; a step-daughter, Golena (Pat)
Thompson of Bladensburg, Maryland; four grandchildren, Malcolm and Darren
Whittaker, Kevin Dunford, Chris Wilson; six step-grandchildren, Jackie, Debbie,
Becky, Karen, Patty and Teresa; seven great-grandchildren; one great-great
grandchild; a brother, Eugene Blankenship of Roanoke; a sister, Inez Smith of Narrows; the family of Pat
Fleeman; several special nieces, nephews, cousins, and many special friends.
Funeral services will be held Friday, Janu 4th, 2013 at 2 PM in the
Chapel of Riffe's Funeral Service with Pastor Eddie Kendall officiating,
assisted by Rev. Tommy Ramsey. Burial will follow in Angels Rest Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Narrows, Giles Co., VA, Obituary
Published in Roanoke Times on March 27, 2013
Gloria Jane Blankenship, 64, of Narrows, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, March
25, 2013, at Carilion Giles Community Hospital in Pearisburg. She was born in Pearisburg on October 21, 1948, and was
the daughter of the late Norman
Jackson (Jack) and Gertrude Ellen Chambers Blankenship.
Gloria was a longtime employee of H&R Block in Pearisburg and
Giles Shoe Center. She enjoyed helping people file their tax returns for 34
years. She loved shopping and spending time with her family.
She is survived by three brothers,
Perry Blankenship and wife, Lola, John Blankenship and wife, Dreama, Jeffrey Blankenship and wife, Karen, all of Narrows; four sisters, Teresea
Riddle and husband, Allen, of Narrows, Kay Lang and
husband, Herby, of Pearisburg, Lisa Robertson, Rhonda
Sanders, and Gary Bowles, all of Narrows; also survived by foster family
members, "Lightnin'," Gary, and Larry Bouldin, and Lewis and Leslie
Bostwick; special friends, Larry Huffman of Craig County, Carol, Rosie, Herbert
Vest, of White Gate; several nieces, nephews, cousins, and many special
friends.
A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, March 28,
2013, at New Village Pentecostal Holiness Church on Pulaski-Giles Turnpike
(Route 100 South) in Staffordsville, with Pastor Kathy Higgs officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Narrows, Giles Co., VA, Obituary
Published in Roanoke Times on June 4, 2013
Robert Aaron Candler Jr., 84 of Narrows, went home to be with the
Lord on Sunday, June 2, 2013. He was born in Rich Creek on May 6, 1929, and was
the son of the late Robert Aaron and Annie Mae Morrison Candler.
In addition to his mother and father, he was preceded in death by
his wife of 51 years, Eva Blankenship Candler; and two
sisters, Alice Eleanor Stallings and Opal Nowles.
A United States Army veteran during the Korean War, Bob was a
retired employee of Celanese Acetate in Narrows with 45 years of service. He
loved the outdoors, hunting, fishing, and spending time in the mountains. A
loving husband, father, grandfather, great- grandfather, brother and friend, he
will be missed by his family and many friends.
Left to cherish his memory are his children, Wayne Candler, of
Peterstown, WV, Yolanda Vickers and husband, Jack, of Florence, S.C., Bruce
Cumbee, of Narrows, and Antjuan McGhee Oliver, of Texas; five grandchildren,
Jeremy Candler, Crystal Candler, Wayne Dunn, Jack Vickers IV. and wife, Jenny,
and Jennifer Vickers; nine great- grandchildren; three sisters, Jean Wickline,
of Broadhead, Wis., Dorothy Dunn of Peterstown, WV, and Lois Parcell, of
Narrows; several nieces, nephews, cousins, and many special friends.
Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, June 5,
2013, in the chapel of Riffe's Funeral Service in Narrows with the Rev. Jack
Vickers and the Rev. Chris Stanfield officiating. Burial will follow in
Birchlawn Burial Park in Pearisburg with Graveside Rites conducted by VFW Post
#6000 of Narrows, American Legion Posts # 68 of Narrows, #311 of Pembroke, and
#145 of Peterstown.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Narrows, Giles Co.,
VA, Obituary
Published in Roanoke Times on September 18, 2013
Diana Harry Akers, 43, of Narrows, went
home to be with the Lord on Sunday, September 15, 2013, with her family by her
side. She was born in Pearisburg on March 16, 1970, and was the daughter of
Larry Wayne Harry and Reta Blankenship Kellison.
She was preceded in death by her paternal
grandparents, Pete and Annie Harry, of Waiteville, WV; and maternal grandparents,
Zelma and Kermit Blankenship, of Narrows.
Diana was a loving mother, grandmother,
sister and friend, touching many hearts with her wonderful smile.
She is survived by her parents, Reta
Kellison, and Larry and Linda Harry, all of Narrows; a daughter, Casey Laws; a
son, Andrew Harry; three grandchildren, Caden Laws, Dawson Dunford, and Raleigh
Dunford; three sisters, Angela Frazier, Tammy Davis, and Chelle Mosley; two
brothers, Chris Harry and Ryan Darr; several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and
cousins; and many special friends.
At Diana's request, she was cremated. A
Memorial Service will be held at 4 p.m. on Friday, September 20, 2013, at
Riverview Baptist Church in Ripplemead with the Rev. Ward Harris officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Narrows, Giles Co., VA, Obituary
http://hosting-22456.tributes.com/show/Helen-Fleeman-Blankenship-96668912
Helen Fleeman Blankenship, 86, formerly of Narrows, went home to be with the Lord on Friday,
November 8th, 2013 at Summers Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Hinton. She
was born on August 5th, 1927 and was the daughter of the late David and Cindy
Robertson Fleeman.
In addition to her mother and father, she was preceded in death by
her husband, Elmer (Buster) Blankenship; a daughter, Gaynell Montgomery; and a son, Franklin Blankenship.
A retired employee of Celanese Acetate in Narrows, Helen was a
devout Christian. She enjoyed gardening and flowers, along with shopping with
friends and family. But most importantly, Helen was a devoted mother, grandmother,
great-grandmother, and great-great grandmother, who loved her family dearly.
Left to cherish her memory are a daughter, Juanita Shrader and husband Gary; 9 grandchildren,
16 great-grandhildren, 4 great-great grandchildren; several nieces, nephews, cousins,
and many special friends.
Funeral services will be held Monday, November 11th, 2013 at 2 PM
in the Chapel of Riffe's Funeral Service in Narrows. Burial will follow in
Fairview Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
SSDI: Blankenship,
Elmer , 67, 06Jun1925 - 12May1993,
Narrows, Giles, VA, VA-223-28-5867
+2013, Narrows, Giles Co., VA, Obituary
Published in Roanoke Times on Nov. 15, 2013
Stephanie Dawn Hudson, 44, of Narrows, went home to be with the
Lord on Thursday, November 14, 2013, at Lewis-Gale Hospital Montgomery in Blacksburg [Montgomery Co., VA]. A lifelong resident of Giles County, she
was born on October 6, 1969, and was the daughter of the late Arnold Matthew
(Shorty) and Juanita Faye Blankenship Hudson.
In addition to her mother and father, she was preceded in death by
a brother, Kermit Matthew (Huck) Hudson; and a fiancée that she loved dearly, Randy H. Blankenship; grandparents,
Kermit Fitchue Blankenship, Zelma Henderson Blankenship, Arthur Hudson and Pauline (Polly) Hudson.
Stephanie was an avid Washington Redskins fan and was a wonderful
friend to all who knew her.
Left to cherish her memory are a sister, Brandi Robertson, of
Narrows; two nieces, Carol Cumbee and Daniele Cumbee; a nephew, Logan Hudson;
three aunts, Reta Kellison, Brenda Myers, Juanita Croy; an uncle, Roland
Hudson; many cousins and special friends; and her special cat, Buffy.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, November 16,
2013, in the Chapel of Riffe's Funeral Service in Narrows with the Rev. Chris
Stansell officiating. Burial will follow in Fairview Cemetery in Narrows.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Narrows, Giles Co.,
VA, Obituary
Published in Roanoke Times on Dec. 2, 2013
Sherrie Lynn Atwell, 55, of Narrows, was reunited with her mother
and father on Friday, November 29, 2013. A lifelong resident of Giles County,
she was born on November 11, 1958, and was the daughter of the late Jerry Scott
Atwell and Barbara Jean Sigmon Atwell.
In addition to her mother and father, she was preceded in death by
her maternal grandparents, Mawyer and Lillie Sigmon; and her paternal
grandmother, Mildred Wilkinson Atwell.
Sherrie was a former employee of Celanese Acetate in Narrows with
25 years of service. Full of life, yet down to earth, Sherrie had a huge heart
and loved her family and many friends.
Left to cherish her memory are a son, Jordan Scott Atwell of
Narrows; a sister, Misty Atwell Blankenship of Narrows; two very special nephews, Darryl Blankenship and wife Chenaye, and Jacob Blankenship,
all of Narrows; a very special niece,
Kristen Brooke Blankenship of Pembroke; many special family members
and friends.
At her request, Sherrie was cremated. A celebration of Sherrie's
life will be held Friday, December 6, 2013 at 5 p.m. at Cornerstone Pentecostal
Holiness Church in Narrows with the Rev. Chris Stansell officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Narrows, Giles Co., VA, Death
http://www.roanoke.com/obituaries/article_898aa963-a690-59c0-b223-d599bc22d9eb.html
Deborah Celosia Blankenship, 53, of Narrows, passed away Friday, January 31, 2014.
Arrangements by Valley Funeral Home, and
Cremation Service, 540-562-1192.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Narrows, Giles Co., VA, Obituary
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/126928790/annie-rhodessa-riddle
Rhodessa
Blankenship Riddle, 82 of Narrows, passed away Tuesday,
March 25, 2014 at Carilion Giles Community Hospital in Pearisburg, [Giles Co., VA]. A lifelong resident of Giles County, she was born on October 18, 1931,
and was the daughter of the late Burman Hale and
Nellie Gray Ratliff Blankenship.
In addition to
her mother and father, she was preceded in death by her husband of over 35
years, Andrew Jennings (Jim) Riddle; a son, Larry David Riddle; a sister,
Mae Hazelwood; five brothers, Luther Blankenship, Emitte
Blankenship, Hayden
Blankenship, Avery
Blankenship, Amos Blankenship.
Left to cherish
her memory are a son, Gary J. Riddle and wife Wanda of Pilot, Virginia; a daughter,
Terri Bradley of Hillsville; a daughter-in-law, Dreama Riddle Sloan and Chris;
six grandchildren, Lori Bowman, John Riddle, Leanne Underwood, Joshua Bradley,
Brittany Chaffin, and Bryce Riddle; eight great-great grandchildren, Robert
Riddle, Katie Riddle, Ethan Riddle, Taylor Underwood, Everett Bowman, Colton
Bowman, Zach Riddle, and Jonathan Underwood; two brothers, Donald Blankenship and wife Elsie of Pamplin,
Virginia, Roger Blankenship of Winfield, West Virginia; her beloved canine companion, Bo; many
nieces, nephews, cousins and special friends, including a special neice, Lois
Clark and husband Charles of Narrows.
Funeral
services will be held Friday, March 28, 2014 at 11 am, at Cornerstone
Pentecostal Holiness Church in Narrows with Pastor John Jenkins officiating.
Burial will follow in Fairview Cemetery. Riffe's Funeral
Service in Narrows.
+2014, Narrows, Giles Co., VA, Obituary
William Gary Bowles, 64, of Wolf Creek Road, Narrows, went to be
with the Lord on Saturday, March 29, 2014, at Carilion Roanoke Memorial
Hospital. He was born on June 12, 1949, and was the son of the late Ira Bowles
and Sylvia Blankenship Bowles.
Gary was known as "Poodle" to many friends and employees
at Celanese. Gary loved his five grandchildren, fishing, and having friends
stop by his garage.
In addition to his mother and father, he was preceded in death by a
brother, Douglas Wayne Bowles.
Left to cherish his memory are his wife, of 43 years, Helen M.
Bowles; a daughter, Debbie Hedrick and husband Anthony; a son, Eddie Bowles and
wife, Cathy; grandchildren, Rachel, Jordan and Keeli Bowles, Grace and Timothy
Hedrick; two sisters, Dianne Gautier and husband, Bobby, and Judy St. Clair
Sadler; a sister-in-law, Terrie Bowles; an uncle
who was loved like a brother, Jerry
Blankenship and wife, Sharon;
a mother-in-law, Pat Wise; sisters-in-law, Vickie and Ninette Wise;
brothers-in-law, Terry and Bill Wise of Ohiopyle, Pa.; several nieces, nephews,
cousins, aunts, uncles and their families, along with his early mornings at
Marathon and Burger King in Narrows.
Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday, April 1, 2014, in
the Chapel of Riffe's Funeral Service in Narrows with Pastor Jimmy Rogers
officiating. Burial will follow in Cedar Grove Cemetery in the Wolf Creek
community near Narrows.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Narrows, Giles Co., VA, Obituary
The Roanoke Times, (VA) - May 1, 2014
Daniel Lee (Danny) Blankenship, 72, of Narrows, went to meet his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ,
on Wednesday, April 30, 2014 at Carilion Giles Community Hospital in Pearisburg after a lengthy illness. He
was born in Bland County on June 28, 1941, and was the son of the late Claude and Clara Shrader
Blankenship.
In addition to his mother and father, he was preceded in death by
his first wife, Joyce Spicer, the mother of his two sons; three sisters, Jane, Lillie Mae, and Alice; and a brother, Wesley.
Danny was a self-made man. He started working in the concrete
business with his father when he was 13 years old. While still a young man, he
started his own business, Danny
Blankenship, Concrete Contractor. He was well-known in the construction industry throughout the
eastern United States, and as far west as the Ohio valley.
Danny was well respected for his honesty, integrity, great
generosity, and sense of humor. Danny often stated that he poured and finished
enough concrete to reach from Virginia to California and back. He'd often pour
and finish concrete all day, then coon hunt all night with Buck and Mop.
Left to cherish his memory are his wife, friend and caregiver, Terry Kay Blankenship; two sons whom he loved
very much, Darryl Lee Blankenship
Sr., and David Wayne Blankenship ; a stepdaughter, Jodi Cheeks and husband
J. D.; seven grandchildren, including a special grandson and love of his life,
Jake; seven great-grandchildren; his loving sister, Barbara Pennington; baby brother, Dale Blankenship; good friend and brother, Jerry
Blankenship; his right hand
man, Brian Mullins, who was like a son to him; several nieces, nephews,
cousins, and many special friends.
Funeral services will be held Friday, May 2, 2014 at 2 p.m. in the
Chapel of Riffe's Funeral Service in Narrows with Bryan Pruett, minister,
officiating. Burial will follow in Fairview Cemetery in Narrows.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Narrows, Giles Co., VA, Obituary
http://hosting-22456.tributes.com/obituary/show/Elizabeth-Ann-Wills-Blankenship-101404479
Elizabeth Ann Wills Blankenship, 70 of Narrows passed away Friday, May 30th, 2014. She was born in
Peterstown, West Virginia on March 31st, 1944, and was the daughter of the late
Raymond Wills and Evelyn Dunn Wills.
In addition to her mother and father, she was preceded in death by
a brother, Lawrence Wills. Libby was a loving and generous mother, grandmother
and great-grandmother, even caring for many canine companions.
Left to cherish her memory are four children, Beetina Stump of Peterstown, Vivian Fanning and husband Stephen of Bland, Virginia, Dale Blankenship and fiancée, Shela Poff of Bland, Chucky Blankenship and wife Leigh of Rich Creek; 10
grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren; one sister Geneva Comer of Maryland;
several nieces, nephews, cousins, and many special friends, including a very
special friend, Becky Navarro of Narrows.
Funeral services will be held Tuesday, June 3rd, 2014 at 2 PM in
the Chapel of Riffe's Funeral Service in Narrows with Pastor Merrill Hedrick
officiating. Burial will follow in the Peterstown Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Narrows, Giles Co., VA, Obituary
http://www.broyles-shrewsbury.com/fh/obituaries/obituary.cfm?o_id=2572313&fh_id=10556
Lillian Bessie Ganoe,
71 of Narrows, VA passed away Monday, June 16, 2014 at Carilion Roanoke
Memorial Hospital, Roanoke, VA Born
October 3, 1942 at Narrows, VA she was the daughter of the late Oscar Harold and Thelma Inez Robertson Blankenship.
Becky was retired from the Celanese Corp. She was a member of the
Glen Lyn Church of Christ.
In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband
Larry E. Ganoe and a brother Ronnie Harold Blankenship.
Survivors include two sons, Michael D. Ganoe and wife Sandra of
Radford, VA and Alan W. Ganoe of Narrows, VA, one brother, Houston
Dexter Blankenship of Palatka,
FL, a sister, Bonnie Pearl Hawley of Christiansburg and six grandchildren, Cara,
Tanner, Isaac, Abby, Callie and Jeremiah.
A Memorial Service will be 11:00 AM, Friday, June 20, 2014 at the Glen
Lyn Church of Christ, Glen Lyn, VA
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Narrows, Giles Co.,
VA, Obituary
Maxine Claudia Agee, 88, of State Line Road, Narrows, departed this
life Thursday morning, October 9, 2014 at Carilion Giles Community Hospital in Pearisburg. Born in Bluff City in Giles
County on March 19, 1926, she was a daughter of the late James Edward and Glenna Blankenship Perdue.
She had been employed as a server in restaurants.
She was preceded in death by her husbands William T. Riddle, Sr.
and Lamer Agee; her parents; her twin sons Frankie Dean and Freddie Lane
Riddle; her daughter Tammy Lynn Riddle; her brother James Perdue; her sisters
Ilene Harrison, Ruth Russ, Lillie Smith, Bertha Parcell and Edith Goad.
She leaves to cherish her memory her son William T. Riddle, Jr. of
Narrows; her brother Roven Perdue of Ripplemead; her sister Cloye Ann Byrd of
Narrows and several grandchildren.
There will be no public viewing and funeral.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Narrows, Giles Co., VA, Obituary
Charles Otto Blankenship Jr., 82, of Narrows, passed away Wednesday, November 19, 2014. He was
born April 17, 1932, and was the son of the late Charles Otto Blankenship Sr. and Mamie
Davis Blankenship.
In addition to his mother and father, he was preceded in death by
four brothers, Hixie Blankenship, Sidney Blankenship, Arnold
Blankenship, and Homer Blankenship; and two sisters, Rachel Burns and Martha
Lester.
Junior loved woodworking, farming, and loved working on his land
and in the homeplace he grew up.
Left to cherish his memory are his children, Beetina Stump of Peterstown, WV, Vivian Fanning and husband, Stephen, of Bland, Dale Blankenship and wife, Shela, of Bland, Chucky Blankenship and wife, Leigh, of Rich Creek; nine
grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren; a brother, McArthur
Blankenship and wife, Janetta,
of Roanoke; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and many special friends.
Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Sunday, November 23, 2014, in
the Chapel of Riffe's Funeral Service in Narrows. Burial will be private.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Pearisburg, Giles Co., VA, Obituary
Published in Roanoke Times on February 7,
2013
David Davis Carroll, 86 of Pearisburg, passed away peacefully at
his home on Monday, February 4, 2013.
He served in the United States Air Corp. and the U.S. Air Force.
Carroll retired after 33 years of service at Celanese Fibers. After retirement,
he spent time farming and spoiling his grandchildren. The Sheffey Camp Ground
and Ingram Village Church were close to his heart.
He was preceded in death by his parents, D. M. (Slim) Davis and
Gladys Kelley Davis. Carroll was also preceded in death by two brothers, Daniel
(Bike) Davis and Donald (Pee Wee) Davis.
Left to cherish his memory is his wife of 63 years, Mary Stafford
Davis. He is also survived by their daughter, Joy Boutwell and her husband,
Billy, of Williamsburg; two sisters,
Betty Ross Raynes of Pearisburg; Ann and Jim Blankenship, Petersburg; one brother, Russ and Gail
Davis, Ripplemead; two granddaughters, Tami Lee and husband, Ryan, of Highland
Ranch, Colo.; Angie Clark and husband Jeff, of Newport News; two grandsons,
Mike Boutwell, Jarrod Vass and wife, Heather, all of Newport News. He was
blessed with two great-grandsons, Christian and Aiden Vass, of Newport News.
Funeral services will be 1 p.m. Friday, February 8, 2013, at the
Ingram Village United Methodist Church, Pearisburg with the Rev. James Blankenship and the Rev. Ted Anders officiating. Military graveside rites
by the Narrows V.F.W Post #6000, Narrows American Legion Post #68, Pembroke
American Legion Post #311 and Peterstown American Legion Post #145 at Birchlawn
Burial Park, Pearisburg.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Pearisburg, Giles Co., VA, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) - February 7, 2013
Carroll David Davis, 86, of Pearisburg, VA, passed away peacefully
at his home on Monday, Feb. 4, 2013.
He was preceded in death by his parents, D. M. (Slim) Davis and
Gladys Kelley Davis. Carroll was also preceded in death by two brothers, Daniel
(Bike) Davis and Donald (Pee Wee) Davis. He served in the U. S. Air Corp. and
the U.S. Air Force. Carroll retired after 33 years of service at Celanese
Fibers. After retirement, he spent time farming and spoiling his grandchildren.
The Sheffey Camp Ground and Ingram Village Church were close to his heart.
Left to cherish his memory is his wife of 63 years, Mary Stafford
Davis. He is also survived by their daughter, Joy Boutwell and her husband,
Billy of Williamsburg, VA; two sisters,
Betty Ross Raynes of Pearisburg, VA, and Ann and Jim Blankenship, Petersburg, VA; one brother, Russ and
Gail Davis, Ripplemead; two granddaughters, Tami Lee and husband Ryan of
Highland Ranch, Colo., and Angie Clark and husband Jeff of Newport News; and
two grandsons, Mike Boutwell, and Jarrod Vass and wife, Heather all of Newport
News. He was blessed with two great-grandsons, Christian and Aiden Vass of
Newport News.
Funeral services will be Friday, Feb. 8, 2013 at 1 p.m. at the
Ingram Village United Methodist Church, Pearisburg with the Rev. James Blankenship and Rev. Ted Anders officiating. Military graveside rites by the Narrows V.F.W. Post
#6000, Narrows American Legion Post #68, Pembroke American Legion Post #311,
and Peterstown American Legion Post #145 at Birchlawn Burial Park, Pearisburg.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Pearisburg, Giles Co., VA, Obituary
Published in Roanoke Times on February 23,
2013
Ilene Perdue Harrison, 89, of Harrison Lane, Pearisburg, departed
this life for her heavenly home Thursday evening, February 21, 2013, in the
loving care of her family and Good Samaritan Hospice. Born in Niday, Bland
County January 22, 1924, she was a daughter of the late James E. and Glenna G. Blankenship Perdue. She was a devoted member of Pearisburg
Christ Fellowship and was retired from the Celanese Plant with over 40 years of
service.
Ilene was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Luther B.
Harrison; her brother, James Perdue; and her sisters, Ruth Russ, Bertha Moran,
Edith Goad, and Lilly Smith.
She leaves to cherish her memory her six daughters and sons-in-law,
Carol and Jim Gallimore, of Cleveland, Tenn., Paulette Phillips, of Narrows,
Glenna Mann, of Pearisburg, Benita H. Bradds, of Verona, Sandy Ingram, of Pearisburg,
Patricia and Richard Glaholt, of Ripplemead; her 10 grandchildren; her 13
great-grandchildren; her brother, Roven Perdue, of Ripplemead; and her sisters,
Maxine Agee, of Narrows, and Cloye Bird of New Haven, WV
Funeral services will be conducted 2 p.m. Monday in the Kendall
Funeral Home, 605 Snidow St., Pembroke, with entombment following in Birchlawn
Abbey at Pearisburg.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Pearisburg, Giles Co., VA, Obituary
Published in Roanoke Times on March 22, 2013
Hersell Odell Bailey, 83, of Pearisburg, Giles County, went home to
be with the Lord on Wednesday, March 20, 2013. Hersell was born in Glen Lyn on
July 3, 1929, and was the son of the late Arthur Hampton and Nita Alma Blankenship
Bailey.
In addition to his mother and father, he was preceded in death by
an infant daughter, Alma Susan Bailey; two brothers, Trelby and Donald Halsey
Bailey; and a sister, Chlorene Ruth Bailey Cecil. He was a member of Riverview
Baptist Church in Ripplemead. Hersell served in both the Korean and Vietnam
Wars, and retired in 1972 after serving 23 years in the United States Navy. He
was later employed with the Giles County Sheriff's Office, retiring in 1990.
Left to cherish his memory are his wife of 60 years, Ruth Ann Ayers
Bailey; three sons, Jerry Wayne Bailey, of Giles County, Danny Steven Bailey
and wife, Regina, of Botetourt County, and Barry Dean Bailey and wife, Lynn, of
Opelika, Ala.; a daughter, Peggy Jean Bailey, of Botetourt County; two
brothers, Arthur Hampton Bailey and wife, Lois, of Rich Creek, and James
Gillespie Bailey and wife, Delores, of Montgomery County; grandchildren, Jean
Ann Bailey, of Giles County, Angela Marie Tuck and husband, Marshall, of
Bedford County, Matthew Arthur Bailey, Jacob Edward Bailey and Rachel Virginia
Bailey, all of Opelika, Ala., Ethan Kyle Jones, of Botetourt County, and
Clayborn Daniel Bailey and Andrew Hampton Bailey, both of Botetourt County; two
great-grandchildren, Ashley Marie Tuck and Bailie Nicole Tuck, both of Bedford
County; several nieces, nephews and cousins; and many special friends.
Funeral Services will be held at 2 p.m. on Sunday, March 24, 2013,
in the chapel of Riffe's Funeral Service in Narrows with Pastor Shahn Wilburn
officiating. Burial will follow in Fairview Cemetery in Narrows with Graveside
Rites conducted by VFW Post #6000 of Narrows, American Legion Posts #68 of
Narrows, #311 of Pembroke and #145 of Peterstown.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Pearisburg, Giles Co., VA, Obituary
The Register-Herald, (Beckley, WV) - April 21, 2013
Robert Clyde Via, 80, of Pearisburg, VA, formerly of Oak Hill,
passed away Friday, April 12, 2013, at his home. Born March
27, 1933, at Hinton, the son of the late Clyde Via and Louis Ann Brabben Via.
He graduated from Collins High School and attended WV Tech. He
served his country in the U.S. Army and was a Korea veteran. He was a member of
the Pleasant Hill United Methodist Church in Pearisburg, VA, and contributed
his time and talents to the church. He was a member of the Oak Hill Volunteer
Fire Department, where he served as Fire Chief for 12 years, but prior to that
time he came up through the ranks with the department. He received many awards
for his work in fire and EMS with the state, serving as a State Fire Marshal
and State Fire Academy Instructor. He was a member of the Oak Hill Masonic
Lodge #120 AF & AM. He was a 32nd degree Mason and had received recognition
for serving as a Free Mason for over 50 years. He was active in community and
civic affairs in both West Virginia and Virginia, and he was an entrepreneur in
various entities in West Virginia and Virginia. For more than 40 years, he
worked as Plant Manager with Long Airdox at various locations; as the company
was sold he remained with each company until his retirement.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by family
members Benny Via, Michael Via, Paul Via, Edward Via, Larry Via, sister Lois Warren, and his beloved pet Lil Bob, whose
cremains were buried with him at his request.
Survivors are his daughter, Monna Lou Via of Staffordsville, VA; grandchildren, Kelli Maria Blankenship and James-Robert Roland Blankenship of Virginia; brothers, James T. Via and wife, Betty, and family of
Fort Walton Beach, FL, Milton "Jack" Via and wife, Diane, and family
of Parsons, TN, Ronnie Via and wife, Linda, and family of Roanoke VA, and Mark
Via and wife, Vanessa, and family of Fayetteville, WV; and Simon, his little
beloved pet he had for the past year and was with him until the end.
A private funeral was held at 2 p.m. Friday, April 19, 2013, at
High Lawn Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Tom Martin officiating. Entombment
followed in High Lawn Memorial Park with last call by the Oak Hill Fire
Department, Masonic rites by the Oak Hill Masonic Lodge #120 AF & AM, and
military taps and flag presentation by the U.S. Army National Guard Honor
Guard.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Pearisburg, Giles Co., VA, Obituary
Published in Roanoke Times on Nov. 25, 2013
Stephen Theron Meredith, 57, of Bear Spring Road, Pearisburg,
departed this life Saturday morning, November 23, 2013, at his home, in the
care of his family and Carilion Hospice, after a short illness. Born in Giles
County on November 19, 1956, he was a son of Betty Jean Martin Meredith, of
Pearisburg and the late Teddy Theron Meredith.
He was employed with Patrick Enterprises in Pembroke and a member
of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, New River Ward in Pembroke.
He was preceded in death by his father and his brother, Richard
Meredith.
He leaves to cherish his memory his mother, Betty Martin Meredith,
of Pearisburg; his wife, Kathy Orey Meredith, of the home; his son, Joshua
Shane Meredith, of North Carolina; his stepsons,
Brian Lee Blankenship, of Radford and Joey Carson Blankenship, of Peterstown; his eight grandchildren;
his brother, David Meredith, of Pearisburg; his sisters, Carolyn Moore, of
Florida, Patsy Radford, of Pembroke, Alesia Meredith, of Pearisburg; his
mother-in-law, Ruth Orey, of Narrows; his sisters-in-law, Patricia Riddle, of
Narrows, Carol Orey, of Narrows, Lisa Beaver, of Afton Mtn.; and his nieces and
nephews.
A memorial service will be conducted Tuesday evening at 7 p.m. in
the Kendall Funeral Home, 605 Snidow St., Pembroke, with Elder Beverly Meredith
speaking.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Pearisburg, Giles Co., VA, Obituary
Lester Cleon Blankenship, 64 [1950], of Pearisburg, passed away Friday, May
16, 2014.
Arrangements by Horne Funeral Home &
Crematory.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Pearisburg, Giles Co., VA, Obituary
http://www.highlawnfuneralhomechapel.com/book-of-memories/1881007/Blankenship-Monna/obituary.php
Monna Lou Via Blankenship, 55, of Pearisburg, VA, formerly of Oak
Hill, WV passed away Tuesday, May 20, 2014.
Arrangements are by High Lawn Funeral Chapel.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Pearisburg, Giles Co., VA, Obituary
Mildred Frazier Caldwell, 86, of Pearisburg, went to her Heavenly
home on Monday, September 8, 2014, after a short battle with cancer. She was
born in Bluff City on April 2, 1928, and was the daughter of the late Josiah
David (Sip) and Gertrude
Blankenship Frazier.
In addition to her mother and father, she was preceded in death by
her husband, Claude Owen Caldwell; a brother, Arnold Frazier; two sisters,
Norma Frazier and Genevieve Stegar; a brother-in-law, Joe Martin; and a
sister-in-law, Geneva Frazier.
Mildred is survived by her daughter, Dreama Sue Caldwell of
Pearisburg; a son, Claude (Eddie) Caldwell and wife, Rita, of New Castle; a
grandson, Shawn Caldwell and girlfriend, Jennie Malone, of Blacksburg; a
granddaughter, Heather Caldwell Johnston and husband, Joel, of New Castle; a
great-granddaughter, Victoria Elizabeth Johnston of New Castle. Also surviving
are four brothers, Roy (Buddy) Frazier and wife, Margie, of Maryland, Billy
Frazier and wife, Tina, of Roanoke, Jerry Frazier of Pembroke, and Lacy Frazier
of Rich Creek; two sisters, Patty Martin of Narrows, and Loretta Turner and
husband, Jimmy, of Narrows. Mildred also had many special nieces, nephews,
neighbors and friends.
Funeral Services will be held at 2 p.m. on Thursday, September 11,
2014,in the chapel of Riffe's Funeral Service in
Narrows. Burial will follow in Birchlawn Burial Park in Pearisburg.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
1940 Census, Pearisburg District, Giles
Co., VA,
Frazier, David G. 40, M, VA, Head,
Frazier, Gertrude L. 34, F, VA, Wife,
Frazier, Genevia M. 16, F, VA, Dau,
Frazier, Arnold L. 14, M, VA, Son,
Frazier, Mildred J. 11, F, VA, Dau,
Frazier, Roy E. 10, M, VA, Son,
Frazier, Estil B. 09, M, VA, Son,
Frazier, Lacy E. 04, M, VA, Son,
Frazier, Roberta A. 00, F, VA, Dau,
https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/VRBM-DDJ
2014, Pearisburg, Giles Co., VA, Obituary
The Roanoke Times, (VA) Date: September 12, 2014
Ruby Carol Bennett, 66, of the Springdale Community, Pearisburg,
went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, September 10, 2014, at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital. She was born
on July 31, 1948, in Springdale, VA, the daughter of the late Early Houston and
Mary Katherine James Simpkins.
She was also preceded in death by her husband, George Henry Bennett
Sr.; and three sisters, Mary Francis Collins, Margaret Browe Tabor and Mildred
Louise Kirk.
She is survived by two sons, George H. Bennett Jr. (Cindy) of
Riner, and Dwayne Bennett (Jennifer) of Wytheville; two daughters, Tracy Alley
(Tony) of Max Meadows, and Misty Kornegay (and friend, Jesse) of Pearisburg;
three brothers, Donald Lee (Marie) Simpkins of Charlottesville, VA, Ronnie
William (Sylvia) Simpkins of Ruckersville, VA, and Elmer Newton (Tamara) Simpkins
of Pulaski; four grandchildren,
Austin Alley, Emily Kornegay, Caleb
Blankenship , and Jamie
Johnson; and brother-in-law, Walter Kirk.
Funeral Services will be held at 2 p.m. on Sunday, September 14,
2014, at the New Village Pentecostal Holiness Church, Staffordsville with
Tamara Simpkins and the Rev. Layne Board officiating. Burial will be held in
Birchlawn Burial Park, Pearisburg.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Pearisburg, Giles Co., VA, Obituary
The Roanoke Times, (VA) Date: December 29, 2014
Margaret Stephens Runions, 94, of Pearisburg, went to be with the
Lord on Sunday, December 28, 2014 at Heritage Hall Rich Creek Nursing Home.Mrs.
Runions was born on April 26, 1920 in Giles County and was a daughter of the
late Samuel Stephens and Alice Poff Stephens.
Besides her parents, she was preceded in death her husband, Victor
M. Runions, her daughter, Deanna Runions Sowers, one grandson, James Ricky
McGuire.
Mrs. Runions was a member of the First United Methodist Church in
Pearisburg, was a retired employee of the Celanese Corp. in Narrows and was a
volunteer at Carilion Giles Memorial Hospital in Pearisburg.
She is survived by one grandson, Steve R. McGuire and wife Betty J.
of Pearisburg; two great-grandchildren, Sarah L. Haga and Justin B. McGuire;
and six great-great- grandchildren, Courtney and Heather Haga, Hailey Scott and
Justin McGuire and wife Heather, Jaden, Noah and Emma McGuire; one step great-granddaughter, Michelle
Blankenship; and two step great-great- grandchildren, Kirstopher and Lauren Blankenship .
Funeral Services will be conducted Wednesday, December 31, 2013 at
11 a.m.with the Rev. Dr. Fred L. Austin officiating with burial following in
the Birchlawn Burial Park in Pearisburg.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Halifax
+2014, Halifax Co., VA, Obituary
Richmond
Times-Dispatch (VA) - May 18, 2014
Mrs. Virgie G. Walker, 75 [1939], of Halifax County, passed away on
Tuesday, April 29, 2014 at home.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 56 years, Larry Dale
Walker; her parents, Virgil Graham
and Emma Blankenship; and
her brother, Jimmy Graham.
She is survived by two sons, Rodney (Karen V.) and Sterling (Karen
B.);daughter, Kim Gantt (Fred);six grandchildren, Lauren, Brooke, Rachel,
Bekkah, Ethan and James; one great-grandchild, Reagan; brothers, Gary, Wayne and John Blankenship; and sister, Sandra Taylor.
A memorial service will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, May 31, 2014 at
7107 Somoa Dr., Henrico, VA 23228.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
1940 Census, Hamilton District, Cumberland
Co., VA,
Graham, Virgil 19, M, WV, Head,
Graham, Emma R. 18, F, VA, Wife,
Graham, Vergie M. 01, F, VA, Dau,
https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/VRYL-MPN
Hampton City
2013, Hampton City, VA, Obituary
Published in Roanoke Times on March 4, 2013
Stuart (Stony) Johnston Glass, 85, of Hampton and formerly of
Roanoke, died Saturday, March 2, 2013. He was born January 31, 1928.
He was preceded in death by Hubert Royston Glass Sr.; Jean Elise
Glass; Hubert Royston Glass Jr.; and Andrew Carper Glass.
He is survived by his wife, Evelyn; son, Edmund Glass; daughter, Julie Blankenship; nieces and nephews, Patricia Little, and David and Richard Glass; and sister-in-law,
Louise Glass.
Funeral will be 2 p.m. Wednesday, March 6, 2013, Emanuel Episcopal
of Hampton. He will be laid to rest in the family plot of Evergreen Burial Park
in Roanoke on Thursday March 7, 2013, at a time to be determined.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Hampton
City, VA,
Obituary
Daily Press (Newport News, VA) - November 24, 2013
Catherine Ann Powers, 68, passed away peacefully on Friday,
November 22, 2013 surrounded by her family. She had been a resident of Hampton,
VA for 68 years and charter member of Central Baptist Church. She was the
daughter of G. Thornton Hall, Sr. and Mattie L. Hall of Hampton, VA
Throughout her career, Catherine loved all aspects of education
from teaching kindergarten to driving a school bus. She touched many lives and
will be missed by those who knew her gentle spirit, compassion and quick wit.
Her love for the Lord was reflected by her cheerful and generous giving of her
time, talents and love for others. She touched many lives through her favorite
pastime of making monogrammed tissue box covers. In 2009 Catherine made over
1000 boxes for her favorite cause, Breast Cancer Research.
Catherine was preceded in death by her husband, Herman L. Powers of
Hampton, VA She met the love of her life at the age of 18 and enjoyed 43 years
of marriage together.
She leaves her loving memories to be cherished by her sisters,
Linda L. Farmer, Joan E. Hostettler, Brenda G. Morgan, Martha F. Whitehead;
brother, Garland T. Hall, Jr.; four nieces,
Katrina L. Blankenship, Jodi E. King, Melinda A. Cook, Monica L. Vedvig; 2 nephews, Gordon L. Hostettler II and R.
Dean Farmer, Jr. and 20 great nieces and nephews.
Services will be held at 11:00 am on Tuesday, November 26, 2013 at
Central Baptist Church, Yorktown, VA officiated by the Rev. John Charles with
burial to follow at Peninsula Memorial Park.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Hampton
City, VA,
Obituary
Mrs. Betty Sue Blankenship, age 71 of Hampton, passed away Sunday, December 1, 2013 at
Piedmont Henry Medical Center. Mrs. Blankenship was born January 31, 1942 to
the late Wilbur Turner and the late Iris Bryant Turner. She loved the Lord, enjoyed
gardening and was a proud military grandmother.
In addition to her parents she was also preceded in death by her husband, William Blankenship.
Survivors include her daughters
& son-in-law, Angela Boothe of Hampton, Debra Elkins of Hampton, Cynthia
& David Walker of Dahlonega and Kimberly Shepherd of Hampton; sons, Timothy
Boothe of Hampton and Randy Boothe of Griffin; numerous grandchildren &
great-grandchildren; sisters, Gladys Clark of Clairmont, FL and Mary Falls of
Augusta, GA and brother, Clair Turner of Edgeville, S.C.
Funeral services will be held Thursday, December 5, 2013 at 2:00 p.m.
in the chapel of Haisten McCullough Funeral Home.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Hanover
2014, Hanover, Hanover Co.,
VA, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) - May 4, 2014
Thomas E. Duncan, age 51 [1963], of Hanover, VA formerly of Tazewell
County, VA passed away Saturday, May 3, 2014 at Heritage Hall Health Care in
Tazewell, VA Born in Fort Lee, Virginia Mr. Duncan was a son of Beauford and
Pearlie Mae Nunley Duncan of the Adria community of North Tazewell, VA
He was the owner/operator of Swine Hill Mechanical Services in
Hanover, VA He enjoyed a good time, loved to go fishing and camping and he
enjoyed boats.
He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Edward and
Ruby Duncan and his maternal grandparents, Elbert and Maudie Nunley.
In addition to his parents Mr. Duncan is survived by two sisters, Betty Sue Cochran and Martha Edna Blankenship both of Tazewell, VA; one brother, Jason
Elbert Duncan and his wife, Ashley of Springville, VA; special friend, Terry
Farmer Rowe of Hanover, VA; nieces
and nephews, Joshua Meaks, Kayla Bansach, Samantha Blankenship, Blake Cochran and Jessica Duncan; his beloved dog, Sally
Ann.
The family will receive friends Monday, May, 5, 2014 at Peery &
St. Clair Funeral Home in Tazewell, VA after 6 P.M. where a memorial service
will be conducted at 7 P.M. with the Reverend Jimmy Watson officiating.
Interment will be private.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Mechanicsville, Hanover Co., VA, Obituary
Published in Richmond Times-Dispatch on
January 21, 2013
Welford Gary Blankenship, 78 [1934], of Mechanicsville, died January 19, 2013.
He was predeceased by his daughter,
Dianna Robbins.
He is survived by a son,
Dale Blankenship, daughter,
Denise Mitchell (Michael); sister, Deloris Kilbourn; brother, Gerald
Blankenship (Jackie); five
grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren. He was retired from Duplex
Envelope Company and was an Army National Guard veteran.
A graveside service will be held 12 noon Tuesday, January 22, 2013
at New Bethesda Baptist Church Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Mechanicsville, Hanover Co., VA, Obituary
Published in Richmond Times-Dispatch on
January 27, 2013
Delores B. Kilbourn,
of Mechanicsville, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, January 24, 2013.
She is survived by her son, Craig Kilbourn (Kathy); three
grandsons, Daniel, Jason and David; brother,
Gerald Wayne Blankenship (Jackie), and several nieces and nephews.
She was retired from CSX-C&O Railroad.
A memorial service will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, February 2, 2013,
at New Bethesda Baptist Church, Mechanicsville, following a private interment.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Mechanicsville, Hanover Co., VA, Obituary
Mechanicsville Local (VA) - March 20, 2013
Doris Walker Aigner, 83, of Mechanicsville, formerly of Walkerton, VA,
went to be with the Lord on Thursday, March 14, 2013.
She is survived by her husband of 62 years, Thomas E. Aigner Sr.;
her children, Brenda Blankinship (Terry), Tammy
Caskie (Dan), June Beck (Fred), and Tom Aigner Jr. (Michelle); eight
grandchildren, the loves of her life, Walker, Cecily, Gabrielle, Courtney,
Lauren, Kyle, Britney and Addison.
The family received friends March 17 at the Mechanicsville Chapel
of Bennett Funeral Home, 8014 Lee-Davis Road, where services were held March
18. Interment was at Signal Hill Memorial Park.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Mechanicsville,
Hanover Co., VA, Obituary
Richmond
Times-Dispatch (VA) - August 23, 2013
Nate Metheny, 6, of Mechanicsville,
passed away August 20, 2013.
He was preceded in death by his
grandmother, Beverly Metheny; and cousin, Shea Blankenship.
Nate is survived by his loving parents,
Kevin and Diane Metheny; sisters, Kaitlyn and Caroline; grandparents, Buddy and
Judy Metheny of Sandston, Charlotte and Larry Bishop, and Dick and Gerri
Workman, all of Mechanicsville; aunts and uncles, Joe and Lisa Workman
of Aylett, and Stacey and Gray Blankenship of Beaverdam; and a host of cousins, neighbors,
teachers and friends.
The family will receive friends Friday 5
to 8 p.m. at the Monaghan Funeral Home, 7300 Creighton Pkwy., Mechanicsville.
Funeral services will be held 10:30 a.m.
at Black Creek Baptist Church, 6289 McClellan Rd., Mechanicsville. Interment
will be in the church cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Mechanicsville, Hanover Co., VA, Obituary
Mechanicsville, Loudoun Co., VA; Mechanicsville, Rockbridge Co., VA;
Mechanicsville, Rockingham Co., VA
Richmond Times-Dispatch (VA) - April 10, 2014
William Thomas Blankenship Sr., 85 [1929], of Mechanicsville, passed away on April
8, 2014.
He was preceded in death by his wives, Violet T.
Blankenship and Betty A. Blankenship.
He is survived by his son,
William T. Blankenship Jr. (Karen Blankenship
);daughters, Valerie L. Thacker (Robert N. Thacker Jr.) and Diane E. Collins; grandchildren,
Tyler Lee Blankenship , Seth Collins and Sydney Collins; and sisters, Bernice
MacFarland, Daisy Hall and Thelma
Tinsley.
Billy was retired from Northside Electric Company as a field
superintendent. He was a former president of the Virginia Field Trial
Association and also a 60-year veteran of Local Electrical 666 Union. He was
honorably discharged from the U.S. Marine Corps as a Sergeant and was twice
awarded the Good Conduct Medal, Presidential Unit Citation, Korean Service
Medal and a United States Medal.
A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, April 12,
2014 at Greenwood Memorial Gardens, Richmond, VA
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Harrisonburg
City
2014, Harrisonburg City, VA, Obituary
http://kygers.com/?pagetype=obitlink&obit_id=1467838
Dee E. Floyd passed away Friday morning November 28, 2014 at his
home surrounded by his loving family. Dee was born April 8, 1928 at home in
Clover Hill, VA He was the son of the late John DeRay and Hellen Ruby Lambert
Floyd.
On September 1, 1951 he married Martha Templeman Floyd, who
survives. In addition to his wife Martha, he is survived by two daughters,
Debra Floyd Raines of Culpeper, VA and Susan Floyd Shewchuk and husband, Curtis
of Chesterfield, VA; A very special daughter,
Cheryl Blankenship Floyd of Mt. Crawford VA; one son, Steven K. Floyd
of Penn Laird, VA; five granddaughters, Sara Raines Saluja and husband, Raj of
Richmond, VA, Jamie Rendon Tarman of Chester, VA, Catherine Bell Floyd of
Winchester VA, Christina Dee Floyd of (JMU) Harrisonburg, VA, Ehren Shewchuk
Baxter and husband, Andrew of Edison NJ; five grandsons, Steven Keith Floyd II
and wife, Carlie of Singers Glen, VA, Brayton Christian Floyd and partner,
Isabelle of Staunton, VA, Jason Michael Rendon of Fredericksburg, VA, Jeremiah
Nathan Raines of Culpeper, VA, Ryan Joseph Shewchuk and wife, Emily of Glenshaw
PA and nine great grandchildren. Dee is also survived by his beloved cousins
with whom he was raised, Donnie Howdyshell, Lois Driver, Carolyn Aderholtz,
Sandy Tusing and Roland Robinson.
Preceding him in death were his sister, Patsy Floyd and great
granddaughter Taylor Asha Saluja. Dee was raised by his grandmother Nettie
Lambert, Aunt Evelyn Howdyshell and Uncle Bob Lambert whom also preceded him in
death.
He attended Clover Hill Elementary and Dayton High School. At the
age of 17, he left High School and joined the Navy but obtained his diploma
from Dayton High School by taking a written test in the Navy. While serving in
the Navy, Dee was assigned to the Flag Ship USS MT McKinley as a radioman.
During his deployment in the Pacific, he participated in two nuclear bomb tests
at the Bikini Atoll Island, known as operation crossroads.
After his service, he graduated from Bridgewater College. He was
the first of two to receive the first Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration,
which he completed in three years.
Over the years Dee owned several businesses, most notably
"Gerundo Family Campground," operated by his wife Martha, children
and friends. After 27 years he retired from the Colgate Palmolive Company in
1987.
It was during this time he became involved in the Republican Party
in Rockingham County and also served as chairman in Rockingham County. He
served on the Zoning Board of Appeals and the planning commission, had several
appointments by Virginia governors, headed the State Parks and Recreation and
the Upper Valley Water and Sewer Authority. He also served on the Virginia
Association of Counties, The Harrisonburg-Rockingham Metropolitan Planning
Organization, Rockingham/Augusta Liaison Committee and the Central Shenandoah
Planning District Commission. In 1987 he went to work for Senator Kevin Miller
as a legislative aid for the next seven years in the State Senate in Richmond.
In 2000 Dee won a special election to fill a vacant District 3 seat
on the Rockingham County Board of Supervisors winning 56 percent of the vote.
He went on to win three more full time elections in 2001, 2005 and 2009. Dee
once said that serving on the Board of Supervisors brought his career full term
and he considered himself as a representative of the people first and foremost
as a public servant.
Dee's strong faith, his love for his family and the dedication and
commitment to the community and the people of Rockingham County was very
important to him.
At the end of each day he ended it in Prayer asking God to help
those who want and need your help and I quote "God Bless Our
Country".
The Rev. John Leggett and the Rev. Ann Petit will officiate a
memorial service 2 p.m. Friday, December 5, 2014 at Kyger Funeral Home in
Harrisonburg. Interment will be private at Eastlawn Memorial Gardens.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Henrico
+2013, Henrico,
Henrico Co., VA, Obituary
Richmond Times-Dispatch (VA) - June 25, 2013
Joyce Anne Blankenship Spencer, of Henrico, died peacefully at her home on June 24, 2013. She was
preceded in death by her parents, Alfred F. and Doris T.
Blankenship.
She is survived by her husband of 57 wonderful years of marriage,
James J. Spencer Sr.; daughter, Judy Lewis and husband, Steve; daughter, Jackie
Akers and husband, Robert; son, James "Jamie" Spencer and wife, Kim;
daughter, Jennifer Gallini and husband, Mike;10 grandchildren who she
absolutely adored, Steven, Jacob and Lindsey Lewis, Erin Cameron, Ryan Cameron
and wife, Meghan, Jessica, James "Jay" and Justin Spencer, Adam and
Anne Marie Gallini; two sisters, Janice Jackson and Carol Taylor; numerous
nieces, nephews and cousins.
Mrs. Spencer was a graduate of Powhatan High School (Class of
1952), and was a longtime member of Skipwith Baptist Church. The family would
like to thank everyone for their thoughts and prayers over the last six months.
Funeral services will be conducted 2 p.m. Thursday, June 27, at
Skipwith Baptist Church, 1900 Skipwith Rd. Entombment in Greenwood Memorial
Gardens Mausoleum.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Henrico, Henrico Co., VA, Obituary
Richmond Times-Dispatch (VA) Date: December 13, 2014
JoAnn Fahed Holmes, 73, of Henrico, went with the angels to join
our loving God in heaven on December 10, 2014.
She was preceded in death by her father, Joseph Anthony Fahed; and
her mother, Margaret Ann Poehler Fahed.
She is survived by her loving husband, Robert W. Holmes Jr.; her daughter and best friend, Deborah DuVal Blankenship and her husband, Keith; and granddaughters,
Nicole and Mollie; two
daughters, Amy Holmes Hensley and her husband, Mark and their children, Summer,
Sierra, Noah and Jacob; Melinda Holmes Craig and her husband, Travis and their
children, Aaron, Trevor, August and Savannah; son, Benjamin William Holmes and
his wife, Dima; brother-in-law, William Joseph Holmes and wife, Chris; also
three beautiful sisters, Ronnie Fahed Snider, Beth Fahed Bowery and Kathy Fahed
Brini. JoAnn has many other family members and close friends that she loved
dearly, but there are too many to mention by name.
JoAnn always had a very special love for the Rappahannock River and
it was her favorite place to go. Therefore, her body will be cremated and her
ashes will be scattered at the mouth of the river in the Spring.
The family will have a private celebration of life on Friday, December 19,
2014, in the chapel of Richmond's First Baptist Church, Richmond, VA
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Henry
2013, Collinsville, Henry Co., VA, Obituary
The Register-Herald, (Beckley, WV) - March 14, 2013
Jerrell David Miller, Sr., 68, of Collinsville, formerly of
Brenton, died Monday, March 11, 2013 at his home. He was born in Marianna, WV,
on December 16, 1944, to the late Roscoe Miller and the Ella Craig Miller.
He was also preceded in death by his wife, Carol June Miller and
two sisters, Lilly Roscoe and Shirley Miller. He was raised in the Church of
God and was a retired coal miner having worked over 20 years for U.S. Steel. He
was a member of the UMWA Local 1713.
He is survived by two daughters, Michelle Green of Collinsville,
and Tammy Hatfield of Mt. Hope; one son Jerrell David Miller Jr. of Brenton;
eight grandchildren, six great grandchildren; one brother, Roscoe Miller,
Brenton; three sisters, Dorothy
Green and Janine Miller, both of Brenton, and Sharon Blankenship of Mt. Hope.
The funeral service will be held Saturday at 2 p.m. in the Church
of God with Pastor Lee Fisher officiating. Burial will follow in the
Madison-Miller Family Cemetery in Mill Creek, WV
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Fieldale, Henry Co., VA, Obituary
Sandy June Blankenship, 44, of Fieldale, died Thursday, May 23, 2013 at Roanoke Memorial Hospital. She was born
in Henry County on June 12, 1968 to Farliey and Carrie Shoemaker Milam of Ridgeway. She received an Associate
Degree from Patrick Henry Community College and was employed by Bank Services.
Sandy was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in
Bassett.
In addition to her parents, she is survived by her husband, Stephen H. Blankenship of the residence; two sisters, Tina Shelton of Bassett and
Jennifer Cheshire of Salisbury, NC.
The funeral service will be held Monday, May 27, 2013 at 11:00 AM
at the LDS Church. Interment will follow in Mountain View Cemetery in Ridgeway.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Spencer, Henry Co., VA, Obituary
Dorothy Blankenship Wagoner Barrow, 87, of Spencer, passed away Tuesday, November 12, 2013 at
Golden Living Center in Martinsville. She was born in Henry County, March 9,
1926 to Clarence and Ida Wright Blankenship.
She retired from DuPont after 30 years of service and was a member
of Hillcrest Baptist Church.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her first
husband, H. Banner Wagoner; her second husband, Joe Barrow; her daughter, Linda
White Hubbard; one sister, Isabelle B. Williams Milam and one brother,
Shockley Blankenship.
She is survived by one son, Henry B. "Butch" Wagoner, Jr.
and wife, Carolyn of Roanoke; five grandchildren, Jerry and Charles White, Kim
Phulgar, Drew Wagoner and Calena Wagoner; six great-grandchildren; four
great-great-grandchildren; one brother,
Marvin Blankenship of Martinsville.
The funeral service will be held Friday, November 15, 2013 at 2:00
p.m. at Hillcrest Baptist Church with Pastor Doug Ramsey and Pastor Roger Jones
officiating. Entombment will follow in Roselawn Abbey.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
SSDI: Blankenship,
Clarence, 76, 29May1905 - ??Jun1981, Martinsville City, VA, VA-226-10-8472
SSDI: Blankenship,
Ida M., 92, 17Mar1909 - 04Jan2002, Spencer, Henry, VA, VA-230-10-7359
+2013, Stuart, Henry Co., VA, Obituary
http://www.moodyfuneralservices.com/new_view.php?id=5328745&op=view
Mr. Taylor Stuart Blankenship, age 73 of Stuart, passed away Thursday, November 14, 2013 at the
result of an automobile accident. He was born in Henry County on October 6,
1940 to the late Homer and Helen Cobler Blankenshilp.
In addition to his parents, Mr. Blankenship was preceded in death
by four brothers, William H., J. D., Roosevelt and Charles Blankenship.
Mr. Blankenship is survived by his wife, Shelby Lawson
Blankenship of the home; two brothers, Clifford Blankenship of Collinsville and Raymond Blankenship of Axton; one sister, Nellie Branscome of Ridgeway; and several nieces
and nephews.
A graveside service for Mr. Blankenship will be held Saturday,
November 16, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. at Patrick Memorial Gardens with Pastor Dewayne
Troutt officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Hopewell City
+2013, Hopewell City, VA, Obituary
Published in The Progress-Index on February 24,
2013
Ursula "Sue" Martin Gibbs was born on Jan. 18, 1916, in
Parkersburg, WV, to Elso W. Martin and Florence Blankenship.
Surviving is her sister, Florence Hosack; and her nieces and
nephews.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Louis C. Gibbs; brothers,
Elbert Martin, Archie Martin and Douglas Martin.
Sue moved to Hopewell as an infant and has lived in the
neighborhood for over 90 years. Ms. Gibbs graduated from Hopewell High School
in 1934 and was a cheerleader in 1933 and 1934. Married to Louis Gibbs in 1939,
they later became members of First United Methodist Church, where she remained
a member until her death. She served in the Hopewell community as the deputy
commissioner of revenue for more than 20 years. Ursula overcame a major illness
and continued to generate a selfless, positive influence in the community while
generously providing for nonprofit organizations and supporting students in
their academic pursuits. Through her kindness she provided scholarships to
numerous students given through the John Randolph Foundation — Louis C. and
Ursula A. Sue Gibbs Scholarship Fund. The fund will remain active for many
years to come.
Mrs. Gibbs received many awards for the way she maintained her
yard. Newspapers came to take pictures and many people stopped to admire her
yard and compliment her on the beauty of her yard. She continued to enjoy the
flowers until her death. At 94 years old, Ms. Gibbs attended the 2009 Hopewell
homecoming celebration and was the oldest cheerleader. Even though it was cold
she was so glad to participate. She later said, "There sure were a lot of
people there". After attending this special event, she received a
Proclamation from the mayor.
As a community activist, she wrote many letters to the editor of
the Hopewell newspaper about cleaning up the neighborhood and contacted
property owners. She was always trying to clean up Hopewell through her Ward
counselor and code enforcement officer. Sue had many friends that would call
and come by to chat. She kept track of her classmates and read the church
bulletins as people brought them to keep up with the sick and shut-ins and
would send those cards. "I've lived a good life, the Lord has been good to
me", she would often say.
A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 27,
2013, in Bermuda Memorial Park, Chesterfield, VA
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
1940 Census, Hopewell City, VA,
Martin Elso W. 55, M, VA, Head,
Martin Florence I. 49, F, VA, Wife,
Martin Florence M. 17, F, VA, Dau,
Gibbs Louis C. 27, M, VA, SonL,
Gibbs Ursula F. 24, F, WV, Dau,
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Isle of Wight
2014, Windsor, Isle of Wight Co., VA, Obituary
Published in Daily Press on May 28, 2014
Ronald Andrew Edwards, age 42, passed away May 25, 2014 after a
courageously fought battle against a brief illness. Andy was born December 20,
1971.
He was a lifelong resident of Windsor, VA Right out of high school, Andy began working to build a successful mechanic business
alongside his father. Many people in the community came to depend on his hard
work and dedication. Andy was a member of Woodland UMC. He was a lifelong
member of Isle of Wight Hunt Club. He cherished every minute he spent in the
woods of Isle of Wight County. He would tell you there was no place he would
rather be than in a tree-stand calling in a big buck, or sitting on a ridge
calling in a nice gobbler. Hunting alongside his dad, brother, wife and all of
his hunt club friends were the most memorable moments of his life. A day well
spent to Andy was going to the shop and giving a hard day's work, and then
taking a ride around the block in his old truck "Jessie". Andy was
the most dependable, hard working, and honest person you could ever meet. He put
everyone else's needs before his own and was always the one people called on in
their time of need. Many people young and old came to depend on his many
talents and it gave him great happiness to be able to help others. There will
never be another person like Andy, and the lives of those who knew and loved
him will never be the same without him. He was the rock of our family, and the
void his absence has left will never be filled. We are better people for having
known him and incredibly blessed to have been loved by him. His heart was one
of purity, honesty and absolute devotion to those he loved. God called upon the
best when he called upon Andy. Our loss can never be replaced but, we will live
everyday of our lives with the love and memories we have of Andy. We will hold
onto God's promise that one day we will see Andy's beautiful face again. Our
greatest blessing has been knowing him and loving him.
Andy is survived by his loving wife, Marian Kelly Edwards, his
daughter, Haileigh Brooke Sowers, his parents, Michael and Cathy Edwards, his brother, Michael (Mike Jr.) Edwards
(Amy), his sister Amy Blankenship, his nephews
Preston and Wyatt Edwards and Hunter
Blankenship, his grandmothers,
Addlee Edwards and Fannie Stewart, and a host of extended family and friends.
Celebration of Andy's life will be held Thursday, May 29 at 11am in
the Colonial Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Mike Harrington officiating.
Burial will follow in St. Luke's Memorial Park.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Lexington City,
+2014, Lexington City, VA, Obituary
The Roanoke Times, (VA) - April 16, 2014
Marjorie Knick Plogger, 81, of Lexington, went to be with her Lord
and Savior Tuesday, April 15, 2014 at her home. Born, May 11,
1932 in Rockbridge County a daughter of the late John B. Knick and Ottie
Higgins Knick.
Mrs. Plogger was a member of the Lauderdale A.R.P. Church where she
taught Sunday School, Bible School, a member of
Willing Workers, and enjoyed singing in the choir. Marjorie was very talented
and she enjoyed sewing, quilting, and painting. Her artwork was very special to
her and these treasures have been shared with family and friends.
Surviving are her devoted husband of 64 years, William S. Plogger;
one daughter, Vickie P. Hickman and husband Jimmy all of Lexington; one son,
Mark Plogger and wife MaryAnn of Staunton; five siblings, Marie Canady of Goshen, Carl Knick, John Henry Knick, Christine Blankenship all of Lexington, Richard Knick of
Danville, Pat Magee of Lexington; six grandchildren, Cara, Laura Beth, Megan,
Ryan, Krista, and Jordan; five great grandchildren, Davis, Brady, Grant,
Anderson, and Ansley Kate.
A graveside service will be conducted 10:30 a.m. at Stonewall
Jackson Cemetery followed by an 11 a.m. memorial service in the Lauderdale
A.R.P. Church on Friday, April 18, 2014 with the Rev. Benjamin W. Dowling, III
officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Louisa
2013, Louisa, Louisa Co., VA, Obituary
The Daily Progress, (Charlottesville, VA) - March 10, 2013
Linda Carolyn Hite, 65, of Louisa, died on Friday, March 8, 2013,
at the University of Virginia Medical Center [Charlottesville
City, VA]. She was born on
December 20, 1947, in Charlottesville, a daughter of Frances Goodson Jones of
Troy and the late William Joseph Jones.
Mrs. Hite was a member of Jehovah Witness, Palmyra Congregation.
In addition to her mother, she is survived by her husband, Wilson
Leroy Hite of Louisa; one daughter, Tammy Blankenship and husband,
Michael, of Rock Hill, South Carolina; one son,
Gary Lee Hite and wife, Mary Jane, of Louisa;one
sister, Betty Jo Garrison of Charlottesville; two grandchildren, Amanda Jane Birkelund and husband, Donny, of Louisa,
and Brad Edward Blankenship of Rock Hill, South Carolina; and one
great-grandson, Conner Andrew Birkelund of Louisa.
She was also preceded in death by a daughter, Linda Sue Hite.
Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. on Monday, March 11, 2013,
at the Preddy Funeral Home Chapel in Gordonsville with interment to follow at
Holly Memorial Gardens in Charlottesville. Andrew L. Hogg Jr. will officiate.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Lynchburg City
2013, Lynchburg City, VA, Obituary
The News & Advance, (Lynchburg, VA) - April 19, 2013
Elizabeth "Liz" Ann Brown Coleman, 86, of Lynchburg,
passed away Friday, March 8, 2013, at Guggenheimer Nursing Home. She was born
in Lynchburg May 18, 1926, a daughter of the late Robert and Anne Harrison
Brown. She was a member of Calvary Baptist Church.
In addition to her parents, Liz was preceded in death by her
husband of 59 years, Addison Burkly Coleman Jr.;her brothers, Charles, Robert,
Kenneth, and Scott Brown;and sisters, Christine Thompson, Ruby Davis, and Hazel
Davis.
Liz is survived by a son and two daughters, David L. Coleman and
wife, Page Ferrara of Williamsburg, Deborah Brandl and husband Bernd W. Brandl
of Forest, and Karen "Molly" McNutt of Evington. Additional survivors
include her grandchildren, Adam F. Coleman and wife, Sarah, of Vancouver,
Washington, Janie Coleman of Atlanta, Georgia, Robert A. Wallin, III and wife,
Amber, of Pooler, Georgia, and Matthew H. Wallin and wife, Kristen, of Forest;
and great-grandchildren, Mason and Isabelle Coleman, and Stella, Adeline and
Berkly Wallin. Also survived by her brothers-in-law, Milton
D. Coleman, Carl Coleman; sisters-in-law, Daphne Coleman, Dorothy Coleman, Ruby
Tyree, and Sandy Brown; a special friend, Margaret Sowder; and a dear niece, Jane
Blankenship.
A celebration of Liz's life will be held 3 p.m. Sunday, April 21,
2013, in the chapel of Heritage Funeral Service and Crematory, 427 Graves Mill
Road. The family will receive friends immediately prior to the service
beginning at 2 p.m.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Lynchburg City, VA, Obituary
Published in The News & Advance on May 14,
2013
John Earl Matheson, 90, of Lynchburg died Sunday May 12, 2013. He
was the loving husband of Dorothy Mary Matheson for 67 devoted years. John was
born October 4, 1922 in Watertown, MA a son of the late Malcolm Angus Matheson
and the late Mary Biddiscomb Matheson.
John honorably served his country in the U.S. Navy during WWII and
then became a Master Pipe Fitter by trade. He belonged to the Pipefitters Local
Union #537 of the UA in Boston, MA and also volunteered for over 25 years at
Virginia Baptist Hospital. His most cherished accomplishments will be his large
close knit family who will miss him beyond measure.
In addition to his wife he is survived by his children: John
Matheson, Jr. and his wife Cindy of Lynchburg; James Matheson and his wife
Sandra of Jacksonville, FL; Dorothy Matheson Fagan and her husband Robert of
Fort Myers, FL; Patricia Matheson Pond and her husband Ed of Stockton Springs,
ME; and a former daughter-in-law Elaine (Matheson) Blankenship of Durham,
NC, 13 grandchildren, and 16 great-grandchildren.
In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by a son Dr.
Thomas Matheson.
A Mass of Resurrection will be held at 11:00 a.m. Thursday May 16,
2013 at Holy Cross Catholic Church with Monsignor J. Kenneth Rush as celebrant.
A reception will follow the service in the church commons. Interment will be
held privately at Fort Hill Memorial Park.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Lynchburg
City, VA,
Obituary
The News & Advance, (Lynchburg, VA) - March 13, 2014
Brian Andrew Brooks, 36, of Lynchburg, died suddenly on Monday,
March 10, 2014, at Lynchburg General Hospital. Brian was born April 20, 1977,
in Lynchburg, a son of Elizabeth (Betty) Taylor and the late Gerald (Jerry)
Brooks.
Brian was a graduate of E.C. Glass High School, class of 1995. He
loved sports from age two on. He played tight end for E.C. Glass during his
high school years and he was very proud that they won N.W. Region/ Western
District Championship in 1993. He attended Bridgewater College and continued to
play football. Brian loved music;he played piano,
trombone and handbells for First United Methodist Church. He loved to ride his
mountain bike and hike along the Blue Ridge Parkway especially with his son,
Ayden. Brian was a member of First United Methodist Church and then transferred
to Chestnut Hill United Methodist Church. Brian was an employee of Hill City
House Restaurant.
Those left to cherish his memories are his mother, Elizabeth
(Betty) Taylor and stepfather, William (Cliff) Taylor, a loving second mom,
Tricia S. Brooks, all of Lynchburg;a son, Ayden Michael Brooks and his mother,
Alicia Gomez, of New Orleans;a brother, Burton C. Brooks and wife, Linda, of
Nashville, Tennessee;two stepbrothers, Scott C. Taylor, and wife, Pamela, of
Roanoke, VA, Larry Burchette of Hudson, Florida;two stepsisters, Amy Martin and husband, Jared, of Lynchburg, VA, Lisa T. Blankenship and husband,
Ben, of Richmond, VA;and numerous aunts,
uncles, nieces and nephews many loving relatives, friends and a very special
friend, Angie Regan.
Brian was preceded in death by his father, Gerald (Jerry) Brooks;
uncle, Roy (Bunky) Brooks; his maternal grandparents, Herbert C. Woody, Helen
Woody Layne and Edwin T. Layne (Ed); paternal grandparents, Emmett R. Brooks
and Lucille H. Brooks. Brian was an employee of Hill City House
Restaurant.
The family will receive friends from 10 a.m. until 10:45 a.m.
Saturday, March 15, 2014, in the sanctuary of Chestnut Hill United Methodist
Church, 4660 Fort Ave., Lynchburg. A funeral service will follow 11 a.m. at the
church with interment to follow in Spring Hill Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Lynchburg City, VA, Death
The News & Advance, (Lynchburg, VA) - April 18, 2014
Henry "Jack" Jackson Blankenship, 79, of Lynchburg, passed away, Thursday,
April 17, 2014.
Arrangements are incomplete. Whitten Timberlake Chapel is serving
the family.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Lynchburg City, VA, Obituary
The News & Advance, (Lynchburg, VA) - April 19, 2014
Henry "Jack" Jackson Blankenship, 79, of Lynchburg, passed away, Thursday,
April 17, 2014, at his residence. He was the husband of Mary
Barese Blankenship. Born March
5, 1935, in Lynchburg, he was the son of the late Henry Robertson Blankenship and the late Juanita Bolling Blankenship.
Jack was a retired computer operator for Babcock and Wilcox
Corporation and a member of Rustburg United Methodist Church.
In addition to his wife, Jack is survived by his children, Henry Jay Blankenship of Lynchburg, Teresa B. Scott and her husband, Brandon of Lynchburg, Carl N. Blankenship and his wife, Kim of Largo, FL, and Ellen B. Molla and her husband, Zaman of Escondido, CA; 12
grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren.
A memorial service will be conducted at a later date.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Lynchburg City, VA, Obituary
The News & Advance, (Lynchburg, VA) - May 17, 2014
Frances Carolyn Blankenship, 71, of Lynchburg, died Friday, May 16, 2014. Born Friday, July
17, 1942, in Lynchburg, Frances was a daughter of the late Arthur Wright and
the late Hilda Stewart Wright Southworth.
Frances is survived by her children,
Deanna Carol Blankenship, of High Point, NC, Michelle Skinner and her husband, John, of Lynchburg, and Scott Winston Blankenship and his wife, Jennifer, of Glen Allen, VA;
a brother, Thomas Wright and his wife, Joyce, of Seguin, TX; sisters, Betty W.
Smith of Lynchburg, and Brenda H. Ferrell and her husband, Jimmy, of Newport
News, VA; three grandchildren, Tyler
Skinner and his wife, Victoria, and Madeline and Sam Blankenship ; and her former husband, Barry W.
Blankenship, of Prince George VA
Frances retired from Consolidated Shoe Company. A former Girl
Scout, she was proud to have risen to become a Troop Leader and then Service
Unit leader for the Lynchburg region. She was very involved in her children's
activities and was a loving mother and grandmother. Frances' love of the Outer
Banks and riding waves has been inherited by her children.
A Celebration of Frances's Life will be conducted 2 p.m. Sunday,
May 18, 2014, at Tharp Funeral Home, Lynchburg, with Chaplain Wayne Lanham
officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Lynchburg City, VA, Obituary
The News & Advance, (Lynchburg, VA) - June 3, 2014
Dora Garbee Evans, 90, of Lynchburg, passed away Monday, June 2,
2014, at Fairmont Crossing Nursing Home. She was the wife of the late John
William Evans, Sr. Born in Lynchburg, September 5, 1923,
she was a daughter of the late George William Garbee and Lula Baker Garbee.
She was a secretary at Craddock-Terry Shoe Corp. for 14 years and
later at First Presbyterian Church for 15 years before she retired in 1985. She
was a member of Fairview Christian Church.
In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death
by her son, John W. Evans Jr.; one brother, William Hundley Garbee;and one sister, Dorothy Garbee Blankenship.
She is survived by a number of nieces and nephews.
A funeral service will be conducted 11 a.m. Thursday, June 5, 2014,
at Whitten Timberlake Chapel with the Rev. Curtis Wheeler officiating.
Interment will follow in Spring Hill Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
1940 Census, Ward 3, Lynchburg, Lynchburg
City, VA,
Garbee, Geo W. 41, M, VA, Head,
Garbee, Lula 44, F, VA, Wife,
Garbee, Dora 16, F, VA, Dau,
Garbee, Dorothy D. 14, F, VA, Dau,
Garbee, William H. 12, M, VA, Son,
https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/VR1B-CB3
SSDI: Blankenship,
Dorothy, 60, 12Mar1925 - ??Sep1985, Lynchburg City, VA, VA-228-22-5852
Public Records: https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/QJZX-8MLN
Blankenship,
Dorothy – b.12Mar1925 - Residence
2007: Lynchburg, VA
Relatives: Amy Lee Blankenship, Eddie B.
Blankenship, Jean Ford Blankenship, P. Blankenship
Public Records: https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/QJZX-8MLL
Blankenship, P. –
b.08Jun1916 - Residence 2007: Lynchburg, VA
Relatives: Amy Lee Blankenship, Dorothy
Blankenship, Eddie B Blankenship, Jean Ford Blankenship
SSDI: Blankenship,
Plunkett, 63, 08Jun1916 - ??Mar1980, Lynchburg City, VA, VA-225-01-9310
2014, Lynchburg City, VA, Obituary
The News & Advance, (Lynchburg, VA) Date: June 9, 2014
Cherie Virginia Driskill Miller, of Lynchburg VA, took Jesus hand
and passed through Heaven's gate Thursday, June 5, 2014, at Virginia Baptist
Hospital. She was surrounded by family and friends. Choir members of The Bridge
Community Church, where Cherie was a member serenaded her as she made her final
journey home.
She was the loving wife of Mark Paul Miller. Cherie was born August
1, 1955, in Lynchburg VA, a daughter of the late Willis H. and Idamae Curd
Driskill.
In addition to her husband, Mark, Cherie is survived by one son,
Dane Larson Miller; one daughter, Crystal Denise Low and her husband, Michael;
six grandchildren, Jonathan Cash,
Austin Low, Cassie Low, Taylor
Blankenship , Jamie Low, and Samantha Blankenship; one great-granddaughter, Allison Cash;
two brothers, Willis H. Driskill Jr. and his wife, Janet and Jesse D. Driskill
his wife, Deborah; two sisters, Patricia D. Doss and her husband, Winfred and
Jacqueline D. Helms and her husband, Norman; two nieces that she loved as her
"baby sisters," Rena D. Trent and Rhonda H. Puckette and her husband,
Will Puckette, who was a childhood friend; and her faithful American Eskimo
Dog, "Cooper."
A celebration of Cherie's life will be held 3 p.m. Saturday June
14, 2014, at New Chapel Baptist Church: 2084 New Chapel Road Rustburg VA 24588
with Pastor William Westgate officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Lynchburg City, VA, Obituary
The News & Advance, (Lynchburg, VA) Date: August 29, 2014
Bernard Leroy Blankenship Sr., 70, of Lynchburg passed away Wednesday, August 27, 2014, at his
residence. Born in Lynchburg, May 27, 1944, he was a son of the late Roger Kern Blankenship and Mamie Ethel Carrico Blankenship.
He proudly served our country in the U.S. Navy.
Survivors include two sons,
Roger E. Blankenship and Bernard "Jay" Blankenship Jr., both of Lynchburg; one daughter, Wanda B. Taylor of Appomattox; two brothers,
Oscar Lee Blankenship of Spout Spring and Earl Wayne Blankenship of Lynchburg; five grandchildren and six
great- grandchildren and his former wife
and friend, Jamie Blankenship.
A funeral service will be conducted at 1 p.m. Monday, September 1,
2014, at Whitten Park Avenue Chapel with the Rev. Mike Dodson officiating.
Graveside services will be conducted at 1 p.m. Tuesday, September 2, 2014, at
Fort Hill Memorial Park.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Lynchburg City, VA, Obituary
The News & Advance, (Lynchburg, VA) Date: September 20, 2014
Ann Elizabeth Jamerson Blankenship, 76, of Lynchburg, passed away Tuesday, September 16, 2014
at Lynchburg General Hospital. Born May 6, 1938, in Lynchburg, she was the
daughter of the late Burton and Marion Ashwell Jamerson Dunn.
She was also preceded in death by her husband, Lewis
Blankenship.
She was a retired waitress and attended Calvary Cross Baptist
Church.
Mrs. Blankenship is survived by five children, Kathy Davis (Ricky Brooks), Randy Blankenship , Wanda Pillow, Roger Blankenship , and Donna Yeatter
(Ricky), all of Lynchburg; three sisters, Sandra Tyree (Junior) and Sharon
Hudson (Ronnie), all of Madison Heights, and Katherine Ware (Gene) of
Lynchburg; two brothers, Warren Jamerson (Elise) and Edward Jamerson, both of
Lynchburg; seven grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.
A graveside service will be conducted at 11 a.m., Monday, September
22, 2014 at the City Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
SSDI: Blankenship,
Lewis E., 69, 02Mar1923 - 11Mar1992, Lynchburg City, VA, VA-226-12-8647
+2014, Lynchburg City, VA, Obituary
The News & Advance, (Lynchburg, VA) Date: November 4, 2014
Peggy Blankenship Franklin, 82, of Lynchburg, passed away on Sunday, November 2, 2014. She
was the wife of the late Thomas J. Franklin, Jr. Born in Lynchburg on June 8, 1932, she was a daughter of the late Jehu and Blanche
Collins Blankenship.
She is survived by her children, Thomas J. Franklin, III and his
wife, Suzette of Lynchburg, Rick A. Franklin of Lynchburg, Laurie F. Mitchell
and her husband, James I. Mitchell, Jr. of Charlottesville; two brothers, Jimmie Blankenship of Scooba, Miss., Barry Blankenship and his wife, Sandy, of Forest; six
grandchildren and a great-grandchild.
A service of remembrance will be held 2 p.m. Wednesday, November 5,
2014, in the chapel of Heritage Funeral Service by Pastor Mike Sharrett.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Lynchburg City, VA, Obituary
Published in Bedford Bulletin from Nov. 12 to
Nov. 13, 2014
Clifton Francis Jones, 83 of Lynchburg, died Wednesday, Nov. 5,
2014 at his residence. He was born in Bedford County on Jan. 3, 1931 a son of
the late Clem P. Jones and Johnsie Bowyer Jones.
In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by a sister,
Ruby Doxzen and a brother, Clem Jones, Jr.
He was retired from Griffin Pipe and loved traveling and camping.
He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Jeanette Turpin Jones; a
brother, Joseph (Joe) Jones; four sisters,
Naomi Johnson, Marie Wright, Katie Hammock and Pauline Blankenship.
A funeral service was held 2 p.m. Monday at Burch-Messier Walnut
Street Chapel, 1235 Walnut Street, with burial following in Virginia Memorial
Park.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Martinsville City
+2013, Martinsville City, VA, Obituary
http://www.roselawnchapelfuneralhome.com/book-of-memories/1671013/Moore-Delcie/obituary.php
Delcie Ann Stegall Moore, age, 102, died
in her sleep on Sunday Sept. 15, 2013 at the home of her daughter, Patricia
Hair, in Asheville, NC.
She was preceded in death by her parents,
her husband, J. Ralph Moore, a daughter, Barbara M. Blankenship, a granddaughter,
Katherine
Marie Blankenship, and two sisters, Madge Pulliam and Myrtle Gilley. Prior to living in
Asheville, she was a member of Wilson St. Pentecostal Holiness Church.
She is survived by two daughters,
Patricia M. Hair and Sandra F. Moore, both of Asheville, NC, two sons, J. Frank
Moore (Ila) of Clewiston, FL, Billy C. Moore (Liz) of Bedford, VA, nine
grandchildren, nineteen great-grandchildren and six great-great grandchildren.
A graveside service will be held at
Roselawn Burial Park in Martinsville, VA at 1:00 pm on Wednesday Sept. 18,
2013, with visitation one hour prior to the service. Officiating will be Pastor
James King of Family of Faith Fellowship in Asheville, NC.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
SSDI; Blankenship,
Barbara M., 60-61, 20Aug1934 - 10Aug1995, Martinsville City, VA, VA-227-40-6825
2013, Martinsville City, VA, Obituary
Published in Roanoke Times on Nov. 21, 2013
Jett Carter Groves, 85, of Martinsville, died on Wednesday,
November 20, 2013, from complications of a brain tumor. She was born on July 9,
1928, in Martinsville, VA, graduated from Martinsville High School and attended
Longwood University.
She is survived by her husband of 64 years, Irving M. Groves Jr. of
the home.
Groves's community involvement was extensive. She was past
president and sustaining member of the Charity League of Martinsville and Henry
County. When Groves was president of the Charity League, polio was a major
problem. According to a story in the Martinsville Bulletin on September 4,
2011, Groves said she "would go down in history as having spent the most
money as the organization provided 3,120 local children with polio vaccinations
during her term."
She was life-long and active member of First United Methodist
Church having served on numerous committees, including the Administrative
Board, the Pastor Parish Relations Committee, the
Lunch Bunch and was a past president, secretary, treasurer and current courtesy
chairman of the Wesley Guild.
As an avid reader, she was a past president, secretary, treasurer
and current courtesy chairman of Wednesday Book Club, one of the oldest
continuously operating book clubs in the area.
Additionally, she was a past member of the Garden Study Club; was
on the organizing committee of King's Grant; served as vice chairman of the
United Way and was appointed by Governor John Dalton to serve on the citizen
advisory committee overseeing furnishing and decorating the Virginia Governor's
Mansion. Jett was also member of Carolyn's Ceramics where her artistic white
hand-painted pieces were coveted.
She was also proud president of the Supper Club.
Groves actively supported community organizations including The
Boys and Girls Club, Theatre Works, Piedmont Arts, Patrick Henry Community
College and numerous other civic and fund raising activities.
At the age of nine, Jett was elected mascot of the Virginia
American Legion. She attended the National Convention of Legionaries in New
York and held the distinction of being the only female in attendance at the
banquet. She led the Virginia delegation down 5th Avenue in the annual American
Legion parade. According to a September 22, 1937 story in the Martinsville
Bulletin, "She was the darling of the convention."
She lived a full life and a life full of faith, family and friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Evelyn and George Carter;
and two sisters, Virginia "Jingle" Carter Fulcher and Mary Prillaman
Carter Meyers.
Surviving in addition to her husband, are three children, Irving
Minter Groves III, of Dallas Texas, Jett Groves Wood (Reed), of Williamstown, WV,
and Mattie Groves Sheppard (Steve), of Martinsville; six grandchildren, Vaughn Heilman, Claiborne Linville (Darren), Mollie Blankenship,
Jeremiah Wood, Micah Wood and A. J. Hice; and three great- granddaughters; a
brother, George Amos Carter, of Atlanta, Ga.; and a sister, Evelyn Carter Wood,
of Columbia, S.C., also survive her.
A Graveside Service will be held at 10 a.m. on Saturday, November
23, 2013, at Oakwood Ceremony followed by a celebration of her life at 11 a.m.
at the First United Methodist Church with the Revs. Ron
Mateer and Keith Ritchie officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Martinsville City, VA, Obituary
Vivian Ann Blankenship Wilson, 52, of Martinsville, died Wednesday,
November 26, 2014 at her residence. She was born in Martinsville on October 2,
1962, to the late Eugene Wishnevsky and Lenna C. Compton of Ridgeway.
Vivian worked for Macfield MFG as a machine
operator for seven years before becoming disabled and was a member of the
Adventure In Faith Church of Martinsville.
In addition to her mother and step-father,
Lenna and Wayne Compton of Martinsville she is survived by her husband, Johnny
James Wilson of the home, one daughter, Misty Rose Thomas Nelson of Eden, NC.,
one step-daughter, Joyce Wilson Hall of Stoneville, NC., three grandchildren,
Faith, Jessicka and Mahela Grace, three step grandchildren and two step-great
grandchildren. She is also survived by her canine companion, Jeffro
The family will receive friends one hour
prior to Celebration of Life Service; 12:00 Noon, Monday, December 1, 2014, in
the Community Funeral Service Chapel with Minster Jonathan Goins officiating.
Interment will be in the Church of God of Prophesy Cemetery in Elamsville,
Virginia.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Mecklenburg
+2013, South Hill, Mecklenburg Co., VA, Obituary
Published in Richmond Times-Dispatch from
January 11 to January 12, 2013
Marian Wolfe King, 82, formerly of South Hill, Virginia, passed
away January 8, 2013 at The Laurels of Bon Air in Richmond, Virginia.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Bertha Taylor Lambert and
Henry Earl Wolfe; a brother, Clarence "Bucky" Wilkinson Wolfe; and a daughter, Norma Wilkins Blankenship.
She is survived by her loving husband of 39 years, Charles Lucien
King; three daughters, Susan Wilkins Davis (Tim) of Lynchburg, VA, Ellen
Howerton Clark of Midlothian, VA, and Kathryn Howerton Robertson of Richmond, VA;
and one son, Thomas Allen Howerton Jr. of Rawlings, VA; as well as many
grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
A memorial service will be held 2 p.m. Saturday, January 12, 2013
at Bliley's- Chippenham, 6900 Hull Street Rd., Richmond, VA 23224, followed by
a reception.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Montgomery
2013, Blacksburg, Montgomery Co., VA, Obituary
Published in Roanoke Times on July 24, 2013
Jack Lloyd Bailey, 74, of Blacksburg, went to be with the Lord on
July 23, 2013, at his home. Mr. Bailey was born on April 29, 1939, in Hinton, WV,
and was a son of the late Frank and Pearl Grimmett Bailey.
Mr. Bailey was a retired machinist at Electro Tech in Blacksburg,
recently worked for Montgomery County at the Prices Fork Collection Site and
was a member of the Blacksburg First Wesleyan Church.
Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Geneva
Thomas Bailey; two sisters; and four brothers.
He is survived by one daughter, Deborah B. Eaton and husband, J.
D., of Pearisburg; three sons, Donald L. Bradberry and wife, Evelyn, of
Roanoke, Ronald K. Bradberry and wife, Karen, of Covington, and Davis Timothy
Bradberry and wife, Linda, of Clermont, Fla; three brothers-in-law, Lee
Blankenship, of Bluewell, WV,
Sterling Thomas, of Alderson, WV, and Billy Thomas, of Talcott, WV; six
grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren; his
honorary granddaughter, Stevee Shelor, better known to Jack as Elmer; and his
beloved pets.
Funeral services will be held at 7 p.m. Thursday, July 25, 2013, at
the Givens Funeral Chapel in Pearisburg with the Rev. John Hopkins officiating.
A graveside funeral service will be held Friday at 1 p.m. at the Upland
Cemetery in Hinton, WV
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Blacksburg, Montgomery Co., VA, Obituary
Published in The Logan Banner from May 29 to May
30, 2014
Nellie Jo Zirkle Adkins, 83, of Blacksburg, VA, formerly of Man,
departed this life Tues., May 27, 2014, at Lewis Gale Montgomery Regional
Hospital at Blacksburg after a sudden illness. Born Sept. 7, 1930, at Man, she
was a daughter of the late Aubrey and Fonnie Browning Zirkle.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her
husband, Roy Adkins; one son, Thomas Adkins; one daughter, Carolyn Adkins; two
brothers, Tom Zirkle and Hughey Ab Zirkle, and three sisters, Edna Perilloux,
Fonnie "Sweet Pea" Carlton, and Norma Grace Zirkle.
Nellie was a homemaker and caregiver to her disabled son for 60
years before relocating to Virginia. She enjoyed socializing, making new
friends, playing bingo, new adventures, and the companionship she found at
Showalter Assisted Living with her special friend, George Shelor.
Those left to cherish her memory are her daughter, Marilyn Ruth
Wiley of Man; one son, Terry Adkins, who resides with Marilyn; two
granddaughters, Cindy "Punkin" (Norman) Wiley-Lamb of Blacksburg, and
Kenna "Sissy" (Mackie) Johnson of Man; five great-grandchildren,
Kortney Gillispie (Camron Hunt), Earl Ray "Bub" Gillispie, Corey
Gillispie, MacKenzie Carol Ruth Johnson, and Khloe Amy Alyse Lamb; two sisters, Brookie Brogan of Ohio and Esther "Sugar" Blankenship of Louisana; a special niece, Connie Cline
of Chapmanville, along with a host of other relatives and friends.
Services will be held at 2 p.m. Sat., May 31, at Krantz-McNeely
Funeral Home with Rev. Richard Gibson officiating. Burial will follow in
Highland Memory Gardens at Godby. Pallbearers will be family and friends.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Blacksburg, Montgomery
Co., VA, Obituary
Elvis Andrew Blankenship, 84, of Blacksburg, passed away on October 10, 2014, at Montgomery
Regional Hospital. Elvis was born in Lexington, Tenn., to John Homer and Estelle
Grissom Blankenship on
December 1, 1929.
A Memorial service will be held at Unity Baptist Church,
Luray-Jacks Creek, Tenn., on October 26, 2014, at 3 p.m.
A graduated from Lexington High School in
1948. He served in the
United States Army from 1949-1952, receiving two purple hearts for injuries
received during the Korean War. After returning from Korea, Elvis married Sue
Rogers on October 8, 1951, and the couple enjoyed a 63 year bond of love. He
went on to earn an electronics certificate and worked as a Systems Engineer for
IBM for 34 years, retiring in 1990. After retiring from IBM, Elvis returned to
class to become certified in tax return preparation and enjoyed many years
providing bookkeeping and tax returns services! He enjoyed gardening, reading
and serving as a deacon and in other roles at church.
Elvis is survived by his wife,
Sue Rogers Blankenship of Blacksburg; and two children, Richard Elvis Blankenship and wife, Karen of Tallahassee, Fla., and Michael Andrew Blankenship and wife, Suzanne of Blacksburg. Elvis is
also survived by several brothers and
sisters, Ilene Page, Rebecca Rhodes, Bobbie St. Claire-White, JW
Blankenship, CF Blankenship and Johnny
Blankenship; and by four grandchildren, Kyle Blankenship of Mt. Pleasant, S.C., Kelsey Blankenship of Blacksburg, Brittany Blankenship of Washington, D.C., and Stephanie Blankenship of Miami, Fla. Elvis is also survived by
many nieces and nephews.
He is preceded in death by his brother
Arvil Blankenship.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Christiansburg, Montgomery Co., WV, Obituary
The Register-Herald, (Beckley, WV) - January 29, 2013
Clarence Lee "Buck" Gibson, 91, of Christiansburg,
formerly of Lynco, passed away on Friday, January 25, 2013, at his home. He was
born January 11, 1922, in Lorado, WV, a son of the late Levi Martin Gibson and
the late Alpha Mae Brown Gibson Albright. He worked for Eastern Associated Coal
Corporation for 35 years and was a member of the UMWA local 7604.
In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his
stepfather Tom Albright; four brothers Chester Gibson, Lovell Gibson, Doyle
Gibson and Seldon Gibson; a sister Vonda Gibson.
Those left to cherish his memory are his loving wife of 72 years,
Erna Lucille Bishop Gibson; two sons Roger D. (Carol) Gibson of Maben, WV, and
Donald L. "Goldwater" (Toni) Gibson of Lynco; four daughters Betty
(JD) Parris of Glade Spring, VA, Diana (Tim) Donathan of Christiansburg, VA,
Debbie K. (Ray Thomas) Toler of Rincon, Ga., and Madonna L. (Rod) Burchett of
Stanford, Ky.; a brother Vester (Lorraine) Gibson of Claramore, Okla.; a sister
Evelyn (Powell) Lusk of Hartville, Ohio; 11 grandchildren Sonja Seymore, Sherry
Blondino, Kimberly Adkins, Erica Frankum, Leslie Powell, Jeremy Toler, Donald
Gibson, Michael Gibson, Brittany Gibson, and Gabe Gibson, and Elizabeth
Burchett; 15 great-grandchildren
Clay and Zane Seymore, Zak Blankenship , Jacob
Blondino, Tyler and Tanner Adkins, Zachary Frankum, Heather Rouse, Hunter
Powell, Eli and Abe Toler, Levi and Jordan Gibson, Rileigh Gibson and Makilah
New; and a host of other loving family and friends.
Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, January 30,
2013, at the Bright Prospect Missionary Baptist Church, with Rev. Earl Brewer
and Bro. Jimmy Gibson officiating. Buck will be laid to rest in Palm Memorial
Gardens, Matheny, WV Friends may gather with the family from 6 to 9 p.m. on
Tuesday, January 29, 2013, at the church. Grandsons and great grandsons will
serve as pallbearers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Christiansburg, Montgomery Co., VA, Obituary
Published in Roanoke Times on April 19, 2013
Barry Norman Huffman, 67, of Christiansburg, went to be with the Lord
on Wednesday, April 17, 2013, at Montgomery Regional Hospital surrounded by his
loving family. He was born in Roanoke County on October 30, 1945.
Barry was predeceased by his father, Ernest Huffman; stepmother,
Ethel Huffman; mother, Victoria Clark; stepfather, Elbert Clark; brother, Jimmy
Huffman; sister, Judy Huffman; brother, Steve Clark; and sister, Doris Moore.
He is survived by his daughter and son-in-law, Lisa and Danny
Altizer; son and daughter-in-law, Jeff and Tammy Huffman; his grandchildren,
whom he loved dearly, Lauren (Tadpole) Huffman, Tyler Altizer, Paris Altizer,
Tiffany Huffman, Amanda Huffman, and Christina Huffman; a precious
great-grandson, Noah; his wife, Nancy; brothers, Don (Lori) Huffman, Tommy
(Teresa) Clark, and Danny (Donna) Clark; and sisters, Joyce
Blankenship, Brenda Fransisco,
and Vickie Whitlow. Barry is also survived by his best friend, Joyce Songer; as
well as many nieces and nephews.
In honoring Barry's wishes, he will be cremated with no visitation.
A memorial service will be held at a later date.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Christiansburg, Montgomery Co., VA, Obituary
Published in Roanoke Times on Dec. 18, 2013
James Edward French, 74, of Christiansburg, departed this life
Monday morning, December 16, 2013 at Lewis-Gale Montgomery Hospital in
Blacksburg. Born in Giles County on August 30, 1939, he was a son of the late
Homer Clayton French and Mamie French Bowles, and grew up in the Wolf
Creek-Narrows area of the county.
He had been employed with Poly-Scientific in Blacksburg and with
Montgomery County Schools for over 30 years and was a veteran of the United
States Navy.
He was preceded in death by his parents and sisters, Maxine Gautier
and Elizabeth Price.
He leaves to cherish his memory his wife, Mildred
Blankenship French; his sons,
David and his wife Laura French of Floyd, Calvin French of Christiansburg,
Jimmy French and his fiancé Amy Stanley of Christiansburg; his daughters,
Sally and her husband Dale Shumate of Christiansburg, Sue Shrewsbury of Dublin;
his seven grandchildren; his eight great-grandchildren; his mother-in-law Elsie Blankenship of Ripplemead; his sisters-in-law- Alma
Whittaker and Linda Stephens; his brother-in-law
and his wife Danny and Becky
Blankenship; and his beloved
nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be conducted Thursday at 2 p.m. in the
Kendall Funeral Home, 605 Snidow St., Pembroke with
Pastor Gary McCoy and Pastor Eddie Kendall officiating. Burial will follow in
the Dotson-Clark Cemetery on Wolf Creek above Narrows.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Christiansburg, Montgomery Co., VA, Obituary
http://mullinsfuneralhome.com/?pagetype=obitlink&obit_id=1247178
Charlotte Musselman Blankenship, June 22, 1946 - February 16, 2014
Charlotte Musselman Blankenship, 67, of Christiansburg, passed away Sunday, February 16, 2014.
She was a member of Calvary Baptist Church and a retired retail
store manager.
She was preceded in death by her father, Irving Ellis Musselman.
Survivors include her mother, Virgie Musselman of Radford; son and daughter-in-law, Tony and Darlene Blankenship of Maitland, FL; daughter, Lori Davis of Morganton, GA; grandchildren,
Tess, Chandler, Brandon, Bryce and Jared; great grandson, Cayden; sisters,
Jackie Armbrister of Bristol, TN, and Bonnie Stone of Radford; brother, Irving
E. Musselman, Jr. of Suffolk; and numerous other relatives and friends.
Funeral services will be held Tuesday, February 18, 2014 at 1:00 pm
at the Mullins Funeral Home in Radford with Pastor Brian Cockram officiating.
Interment will follow in Roselawn Memorial Gardens in Christiansburg. Mullins Funeral Home in Radford.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Riner, Montgomery Co., VA, Obituary
Published in Roanoke Times on April 4, 2013
Anna Lucille Cecil Justice, 86, of Riner and formerly Pulaski,
passed away Wednesday, April 3, 2013, at her home. Born December 21, 1926, in
Pulaski, she was the daughter of the late James Cecil and Bertha Thorton Cecil.
Her brother, Jason David "J. D." Cecil, also preceded her in death.
Surviving are her husband, Rush Farley Justice, of Riner; sons and
daughters-in-law, Cecil Justice, of Texas, Garrett and Mary Justice, of Check,
Sam and Brenda Justice, of Riner; three grandchildren, Candice Lambdin, Tiffany
Gibbs, and Davina Justice; brother, Robert Cecil, of Riner; sisters, Betty Blankenship, of Pulaski, Brenda Edmonds, of Snowville.
Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Friday, April 5, 2013, at the
Bower Funeral Home-Chapel, Pulaski, with Pastor Earnest Fulcher officiating.
Interment will follow in the Cecil's Chapel Church Cemetery, Hiwassee (between
Snowville & Hiwassee).
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Shawsville,
Montgomery Co., VA, Obituary
Published in Roanoke Times on September 24, 2013
Hazel Fralin Altis, 84, of Shawsville,
went home to join her loved ones and her Lord on Sunday, September 22, 2013.
She was preceded in death by her husband,
Herbert Willard Altis; son, Larry Altis; daughter, Louise Ogden; grandson, Paul
Vaught; granddaughter, Becky Tolbert; and sisters, Gladys Mills and Ethel
Greenwood.
She is survived by her children, Douglas
Wayne Altis and wife, Roberta, of Dekalb, Mo., Debbie Vaught and husband,
Larry, of Pilot, Lori Rodriguez and husband, Jose, of Lynchburg, and Bruce
Altis and wife, Lisa, of Shawsville; daughter-in-law, Shirley Altis, of
Pulaski; son-in-law, Robert Ogden, of Amherst; grandchildren, Doug Altis
and wife, Cheryl, Dawn Christy and husband, Brett, Michael Altis and wife,
Lynn, Scott Altis, Melissa Smith and husband, Leon, Wayne Blankenship and wife, Faith,
Brian
Blankenship and special friend, Amber, Willard Vaught, Cheryl Clark and husband,
Milton, L J Altis and wife, Kerri, Jeanette Crouse and husband, Chris, Travis
Ogden and wife, Melissa, Jessica Simpson, Aisha Rodriguez, Nicole Rodriguez,
Adam Altis and wife, Andrea, Brandi Rettig and husband, Greg; 45
great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; sister-in-law, Eleanor Futten;
many nieces and nephews; special friends; and her special pets who were with
her always, Buster and Mitzy.
Hazel was a devoted wife, loving mother
and grandmother. She was a woman of strong faith and loved her Lord. Her love
of taking care of people spilled over from her home into her job as CNA at
McVitty House. Hazel enjoyed flowers, gardening, wildlife, and loved the
various pets she had during her lifetime. She was a member of the Senior Saints
at Good Shepherd Baptist Church.
The funeral service will be held at 2
p.m. on Wednesday, September 25, 2013, at Good Shepherd Baptist Church, 155
Dunlap Drive, Christiansburg, with Pastor Matthew Kirkland and Pastor George
Bulson officiating. Interment will follow in Sunset Cemetery, Christiansburg.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Nelson
2014, Lovingston, Nelson
Co., VA, Death
The News & Advance, (Lynchburg, VA) - May 23, 2014
Betty Ann Blankenship, 66, of Lovingston, died Thursday, May 22, 2014.
Arrangements are under the direction of Wells/Sheffield Funeral
Chapel, Lovingston, 434-263-4097.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Lovingston, Nelson Co., VA, Obituary
Amherst New Era Progress (VA) - May 28, 2014
Betty Ann Blankenship, 66, of Lovingston, died Thursday, May 22, 2014 at her residence.
Born on May 4, 1948, in Charlottesville, she was a daughter of the late Charles
William Spencer and Nora
E. Wright Spencer.
In addition to her parents, two brothers; Charles William Spencer
and Tom H. Spencer preceded her in death.
Betty was a loving, kind and considerate person. She was devoted to
her family and her cat, Rex. She was a caseworker with Nelson County Department
of Social Services for several years before going to work for VDOT as
Administrative Director for 32 years and a member of Ridgecrest Baptist Church
in Lovingston.
Betty is survived by her son; Charles L. Davis, of Lovingston, and
two sisters; Louise Tressler, and her husband, Ronnie, of Lovingston and
Barbara S. Spencer, of Faber.
A memorial service will be announced at a later date.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
New Kent
+2013, Quinton, New Kent Co., VA, Obituary
Richmond Times-Dispatch (VA) - July 14, 2013
Elizabeth Sue Dameron, of Quinton, VA, went to be with the Lord on
July 13, 2013, on her 69th birthday, at home surrounded by her closest loved
ones.
She was predeceased by her parents, Robin and Phyllis Routt; and her brother, Vincent
"Bruiser" Routt.
Sue was born and raised in Foxwells, VA, and spent the remainder of
her life in Varina and New Kent with her beloved husband, Charles Dennis
Dameron, with whom she recently celebrated 49 years of marriage. Sue was
retired from the Workmen's Compensation Board after 19 years and from
Harleysville Insurance Company after 22 years. Sue was a wonderful and strong
woman who always put others first.
In addition to her husband, Sue is survived by her sister, Phyllis Mae Blankenship (Mike); sister-in-law, Pam Routt;
brother-in-law, Robert E. Clarke Sr.; numerous nieces and nephews, including
devoted nephews, Robbie, Chris and George Clarke; best friend, Amy Tu; and
wonderful caregiver, Mary Beth Durrette.
The family will receive friends at Nelsen Funeral Home, 4650 S.
Laburnum Ave., Richmond, VA 23231, from 6 to 8 p.m. on Monday, July 15, where
funeral services will be held on Tuesday, July 16, at 2 p.m. Interment
following at Washington Memorial Park.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Newport News City
+2013, Newport News City, VA, Obituary
Published in Daily Press on April 3, 2013
Vera Aldine Banks Wilson Johnson, age 82, went home to be with the
Lord on Sunday, March 31, 2013. She was born August 19, 1930 to the late
Charlie and Agnes Blankenship
Banks, of Yancey County, NC.
She was also preceded in death by sisters, Evelyn McPeters, Ida Angel and Madge
Fagan; brothers, Willie Crate, Rolin, Hobert, Edwin, Vernon and Bruce; husbands
B. M. Wilson and Eugene Johnson, Sr.
She attended high school at Bald Creek, where she excelled in
baseball and basketball. Her stories of playing catcher and guard are family
lore. In 1947, she married her high school sweetheart, B. M. Wilson. They
shared almost 26 years, producing four children from this union, until his
untimely death in 1973. She remained a widow for several years until her
marriage to Eugene Johnson, Sr. She volunteered at Mary Immaculate Hospital,
Newport News Public Schools substitute teacher, member of the Windsor Great
Park Garden Club, worked with the Peninsula Literacy Council, clerical
assistant for the State Life Insurance Company, taught Sunday School at
Steven's Memorial Baptist Church and current member of First Baptist Church.
Survivors include four children, Linda Wilson Phillips (Lewis) of
Newport News, Dianne Wilson Melton of Newport News, Michael Garrett Wilson
(Andrea) of Fredericksburg, and Timothy Lynn Wilson (Sharon) of Bedford;
sisters, Carolyn Stern of Las Vegas, NV, June Everhart of Asheville, NC, and
Anna Lee Higgins of Rutherfordton, NC; a brother Benjamin Banks of Concord, NC;
grandchildren, Lewis Phillips, IV, Rebecca Wilson, Sarah Wilson, Mary Wilson,
James Wilson, Victoria Wilson, Ann Marie Wilson, David Wilson, Stephanie
Oldengram and Amy Melton; great-grandchildren, William Phillips, Christian
Phillips, Robert Holloman, Jr. and Rachel Holloman.
Viewing and visitation will begin at 10 AM Friday, April 5, 2013 at
First Baptist Church, Newport News, with a funeral service to follow at 11 AM
officiated by Reverend Walter Satchell, Jr. On Monday, April 8, 2013, at the
Holcombe Brothers Funeral Home Chapel, Burnsville, NC, from 1 to 2 PM there
will be viewing and family receiving and funeral service at 2 PM, officiated by
Reverend Anthony Fox. Burial will follow in Marrietta Atkins Cemetery,
Burnsville, NC.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
1940 Census, Price Creek Twp., Yancey Co.,
NC,
Banks Charlie 47, M, NC, Head,
Banks Agnes 45, F, NC, Wife,
Banks Madge 21, F, NC, Dau,
Banks Ina 19,
F, NC, Dau,
Banks Mayo 17,
F, NC, Dau,
Banks Hobert 15, M, NC, Son,
Banks Vernon 14, M, NC, Son,
Banks Edwin 12, M, NC, Son,
Banks Aldine 09, F, NC, Dau,
Banks June 07,
F, NC, Dau,
Banks Bruce 06, M, NC, Son,
Banks Benjamine 03, M, NC, Son,
Banks Anna Lee 00, F, NC, Dau,
https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/KW7T-4GN
+2013, Newport News City, VA, Obituary
Published in Daily Press from September 16 to
September 18, 2013
Elsie C. Blankenship, 95, died Saturday Sept. 14, 2013. A native of Campbell County, VA She had been a Peninsula resident for 63 years.
Elsie retired in 1980 from the finance and accounting department of
Ft. Eustis. Her favorite job when moving to Hampton in 1950 was Secretary of
Copeland Park Baptist Church with Rev. J.B. Flowers. She has been a member
since 1950, which is now West Hampton Baptist Church and served as a Sunday
School Assistant for many years with the children's class. Elsie was devoted to
her church, loved singing in the choir and her WMU work was the center of her
life.
Elsie was preceded in death by her beloved Granddaughter, Lara
Wright Fairfield and her husband of
63 years David E. Blankenship, one brother and three sisters.
Survivors include two daughters
Joyce B. Thomas and husband James; Sandra B. Fairfield and husband Bucko; granddaughter Tara F. Griffin and
husband James; great-grandchildren Aryn and Cole Porter and several nieces and
nephews.
The family would like to thank everyone at The Chesapeake for all
their special care and kindness, The Odessy Hospice, especially Steve Burnette.
A huge thank you to William Overby and Jim Alivs for all their care and kidness
for taking mom to Church all these years, Doloris Taull and many ladies at
Church. A special thank you to Ann, Cheryl and Glenn at
International House of Beauty for taking mom and fixing her hair and nails
every week. Everyone that went above and beyond for
all the love and care of out Mom. May God bless you all.
A funeral service will be held Wednesday, September 18 at 11 a.m.
at West Hampton Baptist Church with Dr. Danny Owens officiating. A private
burial will be conducted at Peninsula Memorail Park.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
SSDI; Blankenship,
David E., 82-83, 24Mar1920 - 14Mar2003, Newport News City, VA, VA-228-10-1009
+2014, Newport News City, VA, Obituary
Published in Daily Press on July 12, 2014
Jack Woodrow Noland, 91, loving husband,
father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend passed away on July 11,
2014. Born in
Waynesville, [Haywood Co.,] North Carolina, he recently left his Newport
News home of 64 years to move to The Chesapeake. He served in the army during
WWII and retired after over 50 years of service at the Newport News Shipyard.
He was a lifetime member of the Warwick Masonic Lodge. Jack loved his family,
watching "all" sports, being at Nags Head, and growing his tomatoes.
He was preceded in death by his parents, sister, and brother.
Left to cherish the special memories they shared for 65 years is
his wife, Myra Wilson Noland. He is also survived by his sister, Bobbi McClintick;
two sons, Greg Noland (Deborah) and Stuart Noland (Beth); daughter, Renee
Blankenship (Don); five grand-daughters, Carey N. Womble (Greg), Lauren B. Adams
(Tim), Katherine N. Davis (Scott), Elizabeth B. Rainey (Clayton), and Leigh N.
Pollard (Corey); one great grand-daughter, Camille; and many close family
members
A memorial service to celebrate his life will be held on Wednesday,
July 16, at 5:00 p.m. at Peninsula Funeral Home.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Newport News City, VA, Obituary
Published in Daily Press on Oct. 22, 2014
Andree Susan Blankenship passed away on Friday, October 17, 2014, with her son and
daughter-in-law by her side. Andree "Anne" was born in Brittany,
France on December 6, 1917.
She met her husband, Lafayette, in France during WWII and came to the United States in 1947. They
were then married in Williamsburg.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 46 years, Lafayette Blankenship. She is survived by her son,
Michael Paul Blankenship and daughter-in-law,
Lesley C. Blankenship, and many dear friends.
A Funeral Service will be held at 1:00 p.m., Friday, October 24,
2014 at St. Jerome Catholic Church by Rev. Jong Bayta. Interment will follow in
Peninsula Memorial Park.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
SSDI: Blankenship,
Lafayette, 71, 24Nov1922 - 17Dec1993, Newport News City, VA, VA-230-18-3090
Norfolk City
+2013, Norfolk City, VA, Obituary
Published in The Virginian Pilot on July 3, 2013
John Roberts left us June 27, 2013. He was born on November 10,
1930 in Vulcan, West Virginia to James P. and Kathleen Blankenship Roberts.
He served in the U S Navy during the Korean War, was stationed with
squadrons on carriers USS Boxer; USS Essex CVA9; and USS Yorktown. After
leaving the Navy he worked at American Laundry Machine Co. in Norwood Ohio.
John met his wife-to-be there, married, and went to Barber School and became a
licensed barber in Ohio. He joined the Navy again in November 1965, and was
stationed on the USS Austin, USS Independence, VP-9 Squadron, and the USS Guam.
He was Command Chief at NARF when he retired on February 29, 1984. He worked at
Barry Robinson Center as maintenance mechanic until his wife Dot and daughter
opened "Dot's Tax Service & Gifts" in Norfolk. They worked together
there for 20 years.
John is predeceased in death by his parents, sisters Irene Maynard,
Agnes McGovern, and Mary Pfingsten; brothers, James P Roberts Jr and Raymond
Roberts.
He is survived by his loving wife of 52 years, Dorothy; Three
children, Cynthia Roberts Gregory (Cathy) and Dennis R. Roberts of Ohio;
grandsons, Paul and Tyler Roberts; brothers Guy Roberts of Blanchard Ohio, and
Morris (Gladys) of Blue Ash, Ohio and many, many nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be Friday, July 5 at 10 a.m. with funeral services
at 12 p.m., burial will immediately follow.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
1940 Census, Magnolia District, Mingo Co.,
WV,
Roberts, James 40, M, WV, Head,
Roberts, Kathleen 35, F, WV, Wife,
Roberts, Raymond 17, M, WV, Son,
Roberts, Agnes 15, F, WV, Dau,
Roberts, Junior 13, M, WV, Son,
Roberts, Kennith 11, M, WV, Son,
Roberts, John 09, M, WV, Son,
Roberts, Marris 07, M, WV, Son,
Roberts, Mary Alice 05, F, WV, Dau,
https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/K7ZZ-LX8
+2014, Norfolk City,
VA, Obituary
The Virginian Pilot Sunday February 3, 1985
James K. Styles of 207 W. 31st St., a native of Moyock, [Currituck
Co.,] NC, and the son of Cora Blankenship Everett, died Friday in the 2600 block of Church
St.
He was a retired, 20-year employee of International Longshoreman’s
Association, Local 1248.
Other survivors include two daughters, Carolyn Styles and Sharon
Ann styles, both of Norfolk and five grandchildren. Sister
Marcella Styles of Marion, MD and a brother, Frank Styles of Chicago.
The funeral will be conducted at noon Wednesday in Graves Funeral
Chapel by the Rev. Julius Cooke. Burial
will be in Calvary Cemetery. The family
will be at 1006 W. 38th St., the home of Eliza Horne.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Norfolk City, VA, Obituary
Published in The Virginian Pilot on Aug. 2, 2014
Margaret Ann Hardesty, 83, passed away Friday, August 01, 2014
after an extended illness with her family at her side. Maggie, as she was known
by many of her friends was a native of Norfolk and lived here most of her life.
She was the oldest daughter of Thomas V. and Mary Susan Sanderlin.
Margaret worked at Richmond International Raceway for 32 years and
managed the ticket office. She loved flowers, working in her yard, her trips to
Dover and traveling. Maggie was very family oriented and extremely proud of any
achievement they were involved in.
She is survived by her three daughters,
Lynn Cone (Wayne), Nancy Blankenship (Roby) and Pam Small
(Phil); seven grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren.
A service to celebrate her life will be held Sunday, August 3, 2014
at Graham Funeral Home at 2 p.m. with Pastor Pete Taylor officiating with a
reception to follow in the funeral home reception center. She will be laid to
rest at Rosewood Memorial Park.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Norfolk City, VA, Obituary
Published in The Virginian Pilot on Nov. 6, 2014
Elder Jasper "Mac" McMickle, Sr. 54, passed away Oct. 31,
2014.
He was predeceased by his parents Samuel Lee & Margie Ree
McMickle Sr, foster parents Kelly & Carrie Carlie and 1 brother Samuel Lee
McMickle Jr.
He leaves to cherish his memory his loving and devoted wife, Sharon
McMickle; 5 children Jasper Cuffee, James, Carrie, Terell & Jasper Jr.
McMickle; 2 sisters Sheila Rouson, Sandra Blankenship; 2 sister-in-laws Carolyn McMickle, Karen
Edwards (James); 3 brother-in-laws James Lofton(Nancy), Irving & Vincent
Lofton; 2 grandchildren Ty-Ge'yon & Nylah McMickle and a host of other
relatives and friends.
A Homegoing service will be held 11am, Sat, Nov. 8 at St. Paul
COGIC, 1615 Issac St, Norfolk.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Orange
2014, Barboursville, Orange Co., VA, Obituary
The Daily Progress, (Charlottesville, VA) - February 28, 2014
Anna Morris Haney Shifflett, 92, of Barboursville, passed away
peacefully at home on Wednesday, February 26, 2014. She was born on February
17, 1922, in Orange, to the late Winnie and Allie Morris.
She was also preceded in death by her husband, Malvin P. Shifflett;
her first husband and father of her children, Leslie E. Haney; two sisters,
Elizabeth Morris and Annie "Polly" Haney; two brothers, Roy and
Lawrence Morris; a daughter-in-law, Mildred Haney; and two grandsons-in-law,
John Woodson and Mike Pritchett.
She is survived by her sons, Robert "Bobby" Haney,
William Haney, and Wayne Haney and wife, Doris; grandchildren, Bobbi Lynn
Childress and husband, William, Kelly Pritchett, Terri Woodson, Tracey
Shifflett and husband, Bobby, Douglas Haney and wife, Molly, Bradley Kilmartin,
Leslie Haga and husband, Jason, and Kristi Haney and fiance, Randy Fitzgerald;
great-grandchildren, Keith, Angie, Mikie, Sheena, Michelle, Jeremy, James, Caleb,
Bryse, and Myles; seven great-great-grandchildren; special nieces, Barbara Jenkins, Linda Blankenship
and Marilyn Hanner; stepchildren, Rose Poll and husband, Shane, Sandra
Pokropski and Kenneth Shifflett.
Anna was a member of Union
Grove Christian Church. She was a loving mother and grandmother who will be
missed by everyone. She is now at peace and dancing in Heaven. Many people will
remember her from selling Avon, which she thoroughly enjoyed.
Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday March 1, 2014,
at the Preddy Funeral Home Chapel in Gordonsville, with the Reverend John
Mitchell officiating. Interment will follow in Maplewood Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Orange Co., VA,
Funeral
The Free Lance-Star, (Fredericksburg, VA) - April 18, 2013
Roy Blankenship,
91, of Orange County died Wednesday, April 17, 2013.
A graveside service will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, April 19, at
Culpeper National Cemetery, Culpeper.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Orange, Orange Co., VA, Obituary
The Daily Progress, (Charlottesville, VA) - October 25, 2013
Lena Mae Pendleton, 80, of Orange, died on Wednesday, October 23,
2013, at the Culpeper Regional
Hospital. Born on April 22, 1933, in Greene County, she was a daughter of the
late John Wesley and Maggie Taylor Lamb.
Mrs. Pendleton was also preceded in death by her husband, Thomas
Weaver Pendleton.
She is survived by a son, William "Billy" Thomas
Pendleton Jr. and wife, Kathy, of Madison; two daughters, Brenda Sue Pendleton of Orange, and Teresa Pendleton Blankenship and husband,
Charles, of Orange; a brother, Alfred
"Phil" L. Lamb and wife, Thelma, of Hood; three sisters, Anna M.
Taylor and husband Marshall of Colorado Springs, Colorado, Elva Weakley of
Madison, and Priscilla Breeden of Rhoadesville;11 grandchildren, Frannie P. Smith, Billy W. Pendleton, Stephanie
Krautkramer, Angelia Woodard, Amanda L. Wilson, Joshua L. Pritchett, Jennifer
M. Weakley, Justin L.
Blankenship , Jennifer L. Blankenship , Dana M. Blankenship
, and Theresa A. Blankenship ;and 16 great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday October 26, 2013,
from the Calvary Baptist Church, with interment to follow in Graham Cemetery.
Pastor Tim Atkins will officiate.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Orange, Orange Co., VA, Obituary
Culpeper Star-Exponent (VA) Date: December 7, 2014
Alline Verna Clatterbuck 76, of Orange, died Friday, December 5,
2014, at the Dogwood Village of Orange County. She was born on September 2,
1938, in Albemarle County, a daughter of the late Gary Lee and Verna Pearl
Thomas Moubray.
She was also preceded in death by her husband, Thomas Clatterbuck
II; and a brother, Clarence Moubray.
Mrs. Clatterbuck was a member of the Oak Park Baptist Church, and
was also a retired cafeteria worker with the Orange County school system.
Mrs. Clatterbuck is survived by three daughters, Judy
Blankenship and husband, Earl, of
Orange, Beverly O'Berry and husband, Wendall, of Madison, Debra Corbin and
husband, Ken, of Orange; two sons, Gary Clatterbuck and wife, Robin, of
Madison, Allen Clatterbuck and wife, Susan, of Orange; two sisters, Thelma
Bradshaw and husband, Beverly, of Culpeper, Margie Carpenter of Orange; two
brothers, Bobby Moubray and wife, Dorothy, of Orange, James Moubray of Orange;
eight grandchildren and seventeen great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, December 9, 2014,
from the Preddy Funeral Home Chapel in Orange, with interment in Graham
Cemetery. Pastors Arthur Green and Archie Seale will officiate.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Unionville, Orange Co., VA, Obituary
The Free Lance-Star, (Fredericksburg, VA) Date: December 2,
2014
William Edward "PaPa" Putnam, 67, went to be with the
Lord on Friday, Nov. 28, 2014, at the University of
Virginia Hospital in Charlottesville.
He was the son of the late John and Frances Gilinski Lynch.
He is survived by his wife,
Terry Blankenship Putnam of Unionville: sons Mark Putnam and wife
Stacy and Ricky Byram and wife Michelle, all of Rapidan: and daughter Jeffrey
Lawson and husband Dennis of Culpeper. Also surviving is a brother, John Lynch
and wife Doris of Augusta: sisters Cynthia Dighton and husband Bill of
Massachusetts, Betty Viernes and husband Larry of Missouri, Janet Dillon and
husband Tommy of Barboursville and June Jenkins and husband Dave of Culpeper:
and grandchildren Brandon Putnam, Cody Byram, Cameron Byram, Will Lawson and
Logan Byram. William was a veteran of the United States Navy.
There will be a family time from 6 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 3, at
Preddy Funeral Home Chapel in Orange, with a memorial service at 7 p.m.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Pittsylvania
2014, Kentuck, Pittsylvania Co., VA, Obituary
Danville Register & Bee (VA) - July 8, 2014
Anna Mae Thornton, 86, formerly of the Kentuck community, died
Monday, July 7, 2014, at Roman Eagle Health and Rehab Center, where she had
been a resident since 2006. Miss Thornton was born June 20, 1928, in Pittsylvania
County, a daughter of Clyde Albert Thornton and Hilda Barker Thornton. She had
lived her entire life in the Kentuck community and retired from the
Pittsylvania County School System. Miss Thornton was a member of Rocksprings
United Methodist Church.
Survivors include, two brothers, Lacey "Bub" Melvin
Thornton and Tommy Kemp Thornton; two sisters, Hilda Thornton Booth and Melba
Thornton Collie, all of Ringgold, VA; and a number of nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents she was predeceased by four siblings,
George Albert Thornton, Olin Corbin Thornton, Willie Lemuel Thornton, and
Eugene Lee Thornton.
A graveside service will be conducted 2 p.m. Wednesday, July 9,
2014, at the Blankenship - Thornton Family Cemetery with the
Reverend Steve Weedling and Mr. Shane Ellis officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Kentuck, Pittsylvania
Co., VA, Obituary
Danville Register & Bee (VA) Date: November 23, 2014
Lacey "Bub" Melvin Thornton of Kentuck died Friday,
November 21, 2014 at Danville
Regional Medical Center after a brief illness. Mr. Thornton was born April 3,
1924 in Pittsylvania County, a son of Clyde Albert Thornton and Hilda Barker
Thornton.
Mr. Thornton was an Army Staff Sergeant and Squad Leader during
World War II (1944-46) and served with the 5th Division in the European
Theater. After retiring from a lifelong career as a tobacco
farmer.Mr. Thornton continued his love of farming and the outdoors by
helping his nephew, Kemp Thornton, continue to raise tobacco on the family farm.
He was also a devoted Atlanta Braves baseball fan. He attended Kentuck Baptist
Church.Mr.
Thornton was the beloved father of three daughters, Kaye Thornton
Lewis and husband, Mike, of Lynchburg, VA, Cheryl Thornton Sloan and husband,
Millard, of Providence, N.C., and Paula Thornton Morris and husband, Weldon, of
Ringgold, VA Mr. Thornton had five grandchildren, Amy Lewis Simmers and her
husband, Kinley, Dustin Lewis and his wife, Liz, Matthew Morris, Amanda Morris
and Laura Sloan Stigall and her husband, Matt. He also had three
great-grandchildren, Blair and Ellie Simmers and Emma Lewis.Mr. Thornton is
also survived by one brother, Tommy Kemp Thornton and his wife, Betty Ann; two
sisters, Hilda Thornton Booth and Melba Thornton Collie and her husband, John,
all of Ringgold, VA; a sister-in-law, Peggy Hall; and a number of nieces and
nephews.
In addition to his parents, Mr. Thornton was predeceased by his
wife of 47 years, Ruby Colleen Hall Thornton; and five siblings, George Albert
Thornton, Olin Corbin Thornton, Willie Lemuel Thornton, Eugene Lee Thornton and
Anna Mae Thornton.
Funeral services will be conducted on Monday, November 24, 2014 at
2 p.m. at Kentuck Baptist Church with the Reverend Alan Mahan officiating.
Interment will follow in the Blankenship
-Thornton Family Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Ringgold, Pittsylvania Co., VA, Obituary
Danville Register & Bee (VA) - January 6, 2014
Mrs. Margaret Wilkerson Thornton, age 93, of 7000 Kentuck Road,
Ringgold, VA, died on Sunday, January 5, 2014, at Danville Regional Medical Center after a decline in health for
several years and a patient at the hospital for one week. Mrs. Thornton was
born on February 1, 1920, in Pittsylvania County, a daughter of the late Walter
Edward Wilkerson and the late Mary Lou Wiles Wilkerson.
She had lived her entire life in the Kentuck Community where she
attended Dan River High School and was a member of Kentuck Baptist Church. She
was a Past Matron of Robertson-Bennett Order of the Eastern Star, Chapter #70.
She was married to Olin Corbin Thornton, who predeceased her on
April 15, 1993.
Mrs. Thornton is survived by one daughter, Linda T. Dodson and
husband, Johnnie, of Ringgold; two sons, David Carroll Thornton and fiancee,
Brenda Anderson, of Danville, and Paul Clyde Thornton and wife, Carolyn, of
Ringgold; one brother, Waverly E. Wilkerson and wife, Margaret, of Ringgold;
one sister, Hazel W. Collie and husband, Wallace, of Ringgold; sisters-in-law,
Mildred B. Wilkerson and Christine B. Wilkerson of Ringgold; grandchildren,
Clifton Dodson and girlfriend, Cindy Smith, of Ringgold, Sharon Dodson Whitacre
and husband, James, of Raleigh, NC, Dr. Dean Thornton and wife, Tracy, of
Birmingham, AL, Todd Thornton and wife, Courtney, of Durham, NC, Jason Thornton
of Ringgold, and Ellen Thornton of Danville; and great- grandchildren, Morgan
Dodson, Jared Dodson, Patrick Thornton, Eliza Thornton, Emma Thornton, Paige
Thornton, Owen Thornton, Ryan Whitacre, Mitchell Whitacre, and Charlie
Whitacre.
She was predeceased by a daughter, Kathy Leigh Thornton; two
brothers, Everette W. Wilkerson and Donald C. Wilkerson; and two sisters,
Eloise W. Hawkins and Juanita Collie.
Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Wednesday, January 8,
2014, from Kentuck Baptist Church with the Reverend Allen Mahan officiating and
Robertson-Bennett Chapter # 70 Order of Eastern Star. Interment will follow in
the Blankenship -Thornton
Family Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Poquoson
City
2014, Poquoson City, VA, Obituary
Published in Daily Press on Dec. 24, 2014
Allen D. "Al" Newsome Jr., 75, a native of Scotland Neck,
NC, and a longtime Poquoson resident before moving to The Chesapeake retirement
community in Newport News, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, December 22,
2014.
He retired from Newport News Shipbuilding in the Sheet Metal Dept.
after 42 years, and was a member of Bethel Baptist Church, Yorktown, where he
served as Deacon and was active on the Kitchen Staff. He enjoyed painting, woodworking,
and golf.
Al is survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Beverly Newsome;
son, McCord Newsome & wife, Belkys; daughter,
Nicole Blankenship; and five grandsons.
A Celebration of Al's life will be held Saturday, Dec. 27, 2:00 PM,
at Bethel Baptist Church, by Dr. Doug Echols. Burial will be private at
Peninsula Memorial Park, Newport News.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Powhatan
+2013, Powhatan,
Powhatan Co., VA,
Obituary
Richmond Times-Dispatch (VA) - August 29, 2013
Mildred Shrader Blankenship, 88, of Powhatan, widow of
Henry Clyde Blankenship, died August 27, 2013.
She is survived by sons,
Ronnie J. Blankenship (Conway), Gary Wayne Blankenship, all of Powhatan; daughter,
Donna Applebaum (Jack) of Manassas; brother, Ben
Shrader (Joyce) of Bedford; sister, Irene Lowe of Indiana; grandsons, Jay and Heath Blankenship.
Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Friday in Red Lane Baptist
Church, Powhatan. A graveside service will be held 2 p.m. Saturday in Sunrise
Burial Park, Dublin.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Prince William
+2013, Prince William Co., VA, Obituary
http://www.covenantfuneralservice.com/obituaries/james-w-blankenship-sr/
James W. Blankenship Sr., Born on 03/20/1939, Departed on 07/08/2013. Resided
in Prince William County, Virginia.
James Ward Blankenship Sr., 74, a resident of Prince William County for 65 years, passed away
Monday, July 8, 2013 at Prince William Hospital. Mr. Blankenship was a member
of Church of the Nazarene religion. He also attended Lighthouse Baptist, in
Calverton. James was a volunteer for the Nokesville Fire Department. He was a
member of the NRA.
Survivors include his wife,
Betty Blankenship; son,
James Ward Blankenship Jr.; daughter,
Sherry Lee Blankenship (Dave);
three brothers, Harry (Blanche), Ronald (Lois) and Phillip
(Donna) Blankenship; four sisters,
Charlotte Compton, Shelby Jean
Compton, Dorothy Mae Towler and Carol Ferguson (Chuck); and two grandchildren,
Blake Alan Blankenship and Brett Stephen Blankenship.
A service will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, July 11, 2013 at
Covenant Funeral Service Lee Chapel, 8521 Sudley Road, Manassas, VA 20109.
Interment will follow in Stonewall Memory Gardens.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Woodbridge, Prince William Co., VA, Obituary
Published in Roanoke Times on Nov. 23, 2013
Gwendolyn Elaine Dalton, 70, formerly of Narrows, departed this
life Sunday evening, November 17, 2013 at Sentara and Potomac Hospital in
Woodbridge. Born in Giles County on June 29, 1943, she was a daughter of the
late Ira and Helen Blankenship
Chambers. She had been
employed in the civil service of the United States Government.
She leaves to cherish her memory her sons, Steven Dalton and
Gregory Dalton, both of Dale City; her two grandsons, Stephen and Adam; and her
brother, Phillip Chambers of Waynesboro, Pa.
She was preceded in death by her brothers, William Chambers in 2006
and David Chambers in 2008.
Funeral services will be conducted Tuesday morning at 10 a.m. in
the Kendall Funeral Home, 605 Snidow St., Pembroke, with Pastor Larry Johnson
of Glen Lyn Church of Christ officiating. Graveside services will follow in the
Peterstown Cemetery at Rich Creek.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Pulaski
+2013, Draper, Pulaski Co., VA, Obituary
The Roanoke Times, (VA) - July 15, 2013
Edna Elizabeth Bevil Isbill, of Draper, passed away Friday, July
12, 2013, in the New River Valley Medical Center [Christiansburg, Montgomery
Co., VA]. Born May 2, 1938
in Pulaski, VA, she was the daughter of the late James Roy Bevil and Mildred
Sayers Bevil.
Her husband, William Donald Isbill; son, Brian William Isbill;
brother, Herman Bevil and Sister, Ann Reese also preceded her in death. Mrs.
Isbill was a graduate of Radford University and received her Master's degree in
Sociology.
Surviving are her daughter, Teresa Isbill and Jeff Sheets, of
Staffordsville; grandchildren, Athena Thornton, Pulaski, Joshua Isbill, Draper,
Allison Isbill, Draper; sisters, Irene Blankenship, Pulaski, Jean Caravas and husband, Pete,
of Portsmouth, Christine Byrd and husband, Charlie, of Draper, Barbara
"Bobbie" Cook, of Wirtz; and brother, James Roy Bevil, of Christiansburg
A private family interment will be at the Southwest Virginia
Veterans Cemetery, Dublin.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Draper, Pulaski Co., VA, Obituary
http://mullinsfuneralhome.com/?pagetype=obitlink&obit_id=1376854
Christine Bevil Byrd, 69, of Draper, passed away Friday, August 15,
2014. She was a member of Faith Bible Church and retired office manager at
Hudson Chevrolet.
Survivors include her husband Charles G. Byrd, Jr. of Draper; son
and daughter-in-law, Barry and Sabrena Dalton of Draper; stepsons, Perry Byrd
and C. G. Byrd, both of Jacksonville, NC; sisters
and brother-in-law, Jean and Pete Caravas of Portsmouth, Barbara Cook of Wirtz,
and Irene Blankenship of Pulaski; brother, James Roy Bevil of
Christiansburg; 5 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren; and many loved
nieces and nephews and many special friends.
Memorial services will be held at 2:00 pm Tuesday, August 19, 2014
at Faith Bible Church in Pulaski with Rev. Jim Linkous officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Dublin, Pulaski Co., VA, Obituary
The Roanoke Times, (VA) - November 5, 2013
Raymond Guy Fisher Jr., 37, of Dublin, passed away Sunday, November
3, 2013. Born November 4, 1975, in Giles County, he was the son of Deborah "Debbie" Blankenship Webb and the late Raymond Guy Fisher.
He was a 1993 graduate of Giles County High School. He was an avid
Virginia Tech fan. He loved to hunt with his family. Ray had so many friends -
he wanted the best for everyone - he was a true friend to many and will be
truly missed. He was a wonderful father to Rachel and Bryce, a loving husband
to Dena, and loving son and brother; his life centered around
his family.
He is survived by his Wife of 15 years - one Very lucky woman, Dena
Christy Fisher , of Dublin; daughter, Rachel Madlyn Fisher, of Dublin; stepson,
Bryce Jerrad Alley, of Dublin; mother,
Debbie Blankenship Webb, of Giles
County; sisters, of Angela Fisher Darden and husband, David Darden, of Dublin,
Michelle Fisher Hale and Scott Stables and niece, Paula Cecile Hale, of
Narrows; sister-in-law, Debbie and Lucky Palmer and nephews, Cody, Brad and
Gary Palmer, of South Boston; many aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.
The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday,
November 6, 2013, at the Bower Funeral Home, Pulaski.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Hiwassee, Pulaski Co., VA, Obituary
Roy Monroe Blankenship, Jr., 67, of Hiwassee and formerly of Narrows departed this life
Thursday morning, October 16, 2014 at Roanoke
Memorial Hospital after a long illness. Born in Pipestem, WV on August 25,
1947, he was a son of Geneva
Hill Blankenship of Narrows
and the late Roy M.
Blankenship, Sr.
He was raised in the nurture of Bethel Chapel Church at Clendennin,
was involved in farm work that he really liked, and was a veteran of the U S
Army, Viet Nam Era. All his farm animals were named, cows as well as dogs,
because they were his friends.
He leaves to cherish his memory his mother Geneva Hill
Blankenship; his partner and
best friend Suzanne Pletcher of Hiwassee; his beloved daughter and son-in-law Amy and Nicholas
Frazier of Fairlawn; his grandson Will Monroe Frazier of Fairlawn; his brothers and sisters-in-law Daniel
Miller and Janet Blankenship
of Staffordsville, Douglas Leon
and Royanne Blankenship of
Cleveland, Ohio, and Willard
Mac Blankenship of Narrows.
The family will receive friends at the Kendall Funeral Home, 605
Snidow St., Pembroke, Sunday evening from four until six pm. A funeral service
will follow the visitation. A graveside service will be conducted Monday at
11:00 am at the Southwest Virginia Veterans Cemetery in Dublin.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Pulaski, Pulaski Co.,
VA, Obituary
The Roanoke Times, (VA) - October 17, 2013
Richard Franklin Handy Jr., 84, of Pulaski, passed away Tuesday,
October 15, 2013, at the Carrington Place in Wytheville. Born May 25, 1929, in Bland County he was the son of
the late Richard Franklin Handy, Sr. and Alma Jane Turman Handy.
His son, James Marvin Handy; daughter, Linda Sue Davis;
granddaughter, Ida Denise Handy; sister, Lena Mae Newman; and brothers, James
and Jack Handy also preceded him in death.
He was retired from Lynchburg Foundry with over 25 years of service
and also worked at NRO Gas, Pulaski and RAAP.
He is survived by his special friend and life companion, Helen
Emanuel, of Pulaski; ex-wife, Eula Mantz, of Dublin; children, Betty and husband,
Dale Blankenship , of Pulaski, the Rev. William
"Bill" and wife, Jane Handy, of Dublin, and Crystal Baker, of Dublin;
five stepchildren, Belinda Ann Hinkley, Cindy Wilcox ,Theresa Bowman, Katrina
Altizer, and Rusty Mantz; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren;
sisters, Lola Showalter, of Pennsylvania, Patsy Thomas, of Highpoint, N.C., and
Juanita Sherman, of Highpoint, N.C.; and brothers, Leland Handy Sr., of Marion,
N.C. and Ferrell Handy, of Highpoint, N.C.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. on Friday, October 18,
2013, in the Bower Funeral Home Chapel, Pulaski with the Rev. Cody Akers
officiating. Interment will follow at the Highland Memory Gardens, Dublin.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Pulaski, Pulaski Co., VA, Death
Wanda Jane Harmon Blankenship, 63, of Pulaski, passed away Saturday, August 16, 2014.
Arrangements by Bower Funeral Home,
Pulaski, 540-980-6160.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Pulaski, Pulaski Co., VA, Obituary
http://www.bowerfuneralhome.com/fh/obituaries/obituary.cfm?o_id=2637818&fh_id=10940
Wanda Jane Harmon Blankenship, age 63 of Pulaski passed away Saturday, August 16, 2014 at the
Pulaski Health Care Center. Born August 25, 1950 in Bluefield, WV, she was the
daughter of the late Scott “Bud” Harmon and Sarah Jane White Harmon.
She was retired from RAAP and a member of the Newbern Church of
God.
Surviving- Son- Earnest
DeWayne Blankenship-Pulaski, Daughter- Yolanda “Missy” Elliott and husband, Mark-Christiansburg. Grandchildren- Cameron
and Angelia Arnold Cory James Arnold, Keirstin Mishelle Dawn Arnold, Chelsea JoAnn Blankenship, and Dustin Andrew Scott
Arnold. Great Grandchildren- Kendra and Cameron.
Sisters- Gwen Pauley- S.C., and Drema Bradley and husband,
Zane-Snowville. Nephews- Cody and Wyatt Bradley
Nieces- Crystal Harmom and Daniella Miller.
Memorial services will be held Thursday 7:00 p.m., August 21, 2014
at the Newbern Church of God with Pastor Clayton Quesenberry officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Radford City
2013, Radford City, VA, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) - January 9, 2013
Daisy Aretta Wade Mitchell, 76, of Radford and formerly of Glen
Lyn, VA, passed away Sunday, January 6, 2013.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Kyle and Flora Wade; her
husband of 52 years, Raymond Cecil Mitchell; son, Curtis Wayne Mitchell;
daughter, Betty Jean Mitchell; sisters, Mildred Haywood and Lena Basham;
brothers, Sonny (Gene) Wade and Lee Wade.
She is survived by a daughter, Melissa Mitchell of Radford; son,
Ralph Mitchell and wife Rita of Rich Creek, VA; daughter-in-law, Rachel
Mitchell of Roanoke; brother-in-law, Tommy Mitchell; sister-in-law, Loreen
Reed; and grandchildren who were the love of her life: Samantha Mitchell of the
home, Dustin Bain and fiancée Jocelyn St.Clair of Roanoke, Lynn Bain of Radford
and boyfriend Dusty Dishon, Kyle Mitchell of Roanoke, Christina Mitchell of
Rich Creek; three very special boys, David Wade, Anthony Bain, and Brandon Bain;
brothers, Owen Tee Wade and wife Mary of Dublin, Walter (Stan) Wade and wife
Dorothy of Oakvale, WV; sister, Hazel Pollard of Glen Lynn, VA; aunts, Virgie Kingrea of Dublin and Zella Blankenship of South Carolina; life-long friend,
Barbara McDaniel of Peterstown WV; friend, Drema Thompson of Christiansburg, VA;
two very special nephews by marriage, Junior Terry and Dennis Lambert. Daisy
was a member of the Ladies Auxiliary of Narrows and of Glen Lynn Christian
Church.
Funeral services will be Thursday, January 10 at 2 p.m. at Pleasant
Valley Church in Alum Ridge Floyd, VA with the Reverend Roy Turpin officiating.
Interment will follow in the church cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Radford City, VA, Obituary
Published in Roanoke Times on March 13, 2013
Joyce Layne Simpkins, 80, of Radford, passed away on Tuesday, March
12, 2013. She was a member of First Baptist Church and retired teacher and
principal. She was preceded in death by her husband, Albert (Skeeter) Harrell
Simpkins.
Survivors include her brother and sister-in-law, Danny Joe Layne
and Doris BeCraft Layne, of Wytheville; sister,
Jean Layne Blankenship, of Pulaski; a nephew and his wife, Damon
Layne and Rhonda Holston Layne, and their children, Megan, Ashley and Morgan,
of Wytheville; niece, Danette Layne, of Roanoke, and her daughter and husband,
Chalee Layne Juba and Nicholas Juba, and their daughter, Laci Mae Lyons, of
Roanoke; her Georgian family, George Togonidze and wife, Nino, and their
children, David Albert and Demetre, of Tibilise; dearest friends, Judy Malcolm
Barr and Annie Laurie Maiden James; and a multitude of friends, neighbors and
colleagues.
Funeral Services will be held at noon on Thursday, March 14, 2013,
at the Mullins Funeral Home in Radford with Dr. Paul Lane officiating.
Interment will follow in Mt. Pleasant UMC Cemetery in Wytheville.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Radford
City, VA,
Obituary
http://mullinsfuneralhome.com/?pagetype=obitlink&obit_id=1300356
Marie Young Dillon Blankenship, 91, of Radford, passed away Thursday, May 1, 2014. She was a
member of The Fairlawn Presbyterian Church.
She was preceded in death by her husbands, Arnold M. Dillon and Douglas Blankenship.
Survivors include her son, Gerald M. Dillon of Moneta; daughters,
Diane D. Simpson of Radford and Dreama D. Nester of Woodstock; stepdaughter, Jean Siner; grandchildren, Trey Simpson, Renee Koontz and Eric Nester;
8 great grandchildren; 5 great-great-grandchildren; sister, Lavie Coltrane of
Max Meadows; and numerous other relatives and friends.
Graveside services will be held Friday, May 2, 2014 at 2:00 pm at
the Highland Memory Gardens Mausoleum in Dublin.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
SSDI: Blankenship,
Douglas C., 83, 10Jun1907 - 26Jan1991, Radford City, VA, VA-227-09-5849
Richmond City
+2013, Richmond City, VA, Obituary
Published in Richmond Times-Dispatch on
January 22, 2013
Susan Blankenship O'Kelly, 52, of Richmond, passed away Sunday, January 20, 2013.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Robert M. Blankenship III; and sister, Virginia Stathom.
She is survived by her husband of 22 years, Christopher O'Kelly;
daughter, Heather O'Kelly; and brothers,
John M. Blankenship (Courtney) and Robert C. Blankenship. She graduated from Virginia Commonwealth
University in 1984 with a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree, was a certified
interior designer, and was a member of N.C.I.D.Q.
A graveside service will be held 2 p.m. Thursday, January 24 in
Hollywood Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Richmond City, VA, Obituary
Published in Richmond Times-Dispatch on May
10, 2013
"Jack" Linberg D. Raikes, 81, of Richmond, a USMC
veteran, went to be with the Lord May 8, 2013.
He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Barbara Woods Raikes; daughters, Karen Day (Gary) and Vicki Blankenship (Frank); grandchildren, Jessica Stephen and
Maggie Day and Hunter and Emily Blankenship;
two great-grandchildren, Layla Blankenship and Casen Blankenship;
sister, Gladys Walker.
Jack graduated from John Marshall High School in 1949, and was the
Captain of "C" Company. He was employed by Mazo Lerch and a business
owner of Video 2000. Kaycee and Jake were his beloved feline companions.
The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m.
Saturday at Bliley's - Chippenham, 6900 Hull Street Rd. A graveside ceremony
will be held 2 p.m. Sunday at Dale Memorial Park.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Richmond City, VA, Obituary
The Richmond Register, (KY) - June 6, 2013
Deceased Name:
Paul E. Stephens, 83
Paul E. Stephens, 83, of Richmond, passed away Tuesday afternoon,
June 4, 2013, in the Hospice Compassionate Care Center of Richmond. He was
born, January 15, 1930, in Winfield, Tennessee, to the late Robert L. and
Elizabeth Ann Stephens.
He was also preceded in death by his beloved wife, Orpha Lee
Daugherty Stephens, in 2008. He was a retired plant superintendent for Stuebing
Automatic Machine Co., and a member of the Lighthouse Baptist Church in Berea.
He is survived by: three devoted daughters, Paula Sue Benne (Harvey), Elizabeth Ann Blankenship (Clarence) and Tina Marie Sickinger (Rich), all of
Berea; five grandchildren, Denay, Kevin, Todd, Erica and Jessi; nine
great-grandchildren, Kaylyn, Dillion, Morgan, Ashlin, Maisie, Caden, Amiyah,
Wyatt and AVA
Services will be conducted 11 a.m. Friday, June 7, 2013, at Oldham,
Roberts & Powell Funeral Home with Bro. Roy Himes officiating. Burial will
follow at Madison County Memorial Gardens.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Richmond
City, VA,
Obituary
Richmond Times-Dispatch (VA) - July 26, 2013
Cathryn E. Blankenship, 90, of Richmond, passed away peacefully July 25, 2013.
She was preceded in death by a son,
Richard.
She is survived by her dedicated husband of 75 years, Leonard M. Blankenship Jr.; son, Bobby Blankenship and his wife, Carolyn; daughter, Cathy Robins and her husband, John; six grandchildren, Cindy Stanton, Bob Blankenship ,
Kelli Netherland, Mitch
Blankenship , Jennifer Provan
and Wesley Fallin; eight great-grandchildren, one great-great-granddaughter and
many other loving family and friends. She retired from American Tobacco after
43 years of service and was a longtime member of Bethany Place Baptist Church.
Her family will receive friends 6 to 8 p.m. Friday (today), at
Bliley's-Chippenham, 6900 Hull Street Rd., where a funeral ceremony will be
held 12 noon Saturday. Interment Maury Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Richmond City, VA, Obituary
Richmond Times-Dispatch (VA) - August 14, 2013
Edith S. Blankenship, of Richmond, formerly of Beach, VA (near
Petersburg), passed away August 12, 2013.
She is survived by two children,
Cleveland Blankenship Jr. and Janice Snellings.
Arrangements by Bliley's-Chippenham. Full obituary in
Thursday's newspaper.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
SSDI: Blankenship, Cleveland E., 68,
25Dec1920 - 21Sep1989, Richmond, Chesterfield, VA, VA-228-10-7720
+2013, Richmond
City, VA,
Obituary
Richmond Times-Dispatch (VA) - October 6, 2013
Maude Blankenship Hobgood, 95, of Richmond, passed away October 3, 2013.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Averett Hobgood; and her
daughter, Barbara Hobgood.
She is survived by her niece, Louise Owens
of Kingsport, Tenn. Mrs. Hobgood was a member of First Baptist Church and was
retired from the Virginia Baptist General Board.
Services will be held 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, October 8, in the
Mausoleum Chapel at Westhampton Memorial Park.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Richmond
City, VA, Obituary
Richmond Times-Dispatch (VA) - December 5, 2013
Charles Edward Blankenship Jr., of Richmond, went to be with the Lord Tuesday, December 3, 2013.
He was preceded in death by his parents,
Charles Edward Sr. and Ira Mae Blankenship;
father-in-law, Horace J. Traylor; and grandson, David Alexander Copley.
He is survived by his devoted wife
of over 40 years, Betty Lou
Traylor Blankenship; daughter,
Kimbra B. Kelley and her husband, Randy; son, Keith A. Blankenship and his wife, Deborah; son, David V. DuVal and his wife, Cari;
daughter, Suzanne D. Copley and her husband, John; grandchildren, Jennifer and James Caldwell, Nicole and Mollie
Blankenship, Lillian and
Traylor DuVal and Sarah Copley; sister,
Barbara B. Steadman; and many nieces and nephews.
He graduated from Thomas Jefferson High School, where he was a
cadet, and University of Richmond, where he was a member of Phi Delta Theta. He
had a lifelong career in real estate beginning in 1957. He started James River
Inc., Realtors in 1966, which he built into one of the premier real estate
firms the he operated until his passing. He was a founder, director and
president of the Richmond Multiple Listing Service. He was president of the
Richmond Board of Realtors in 1983 and was elected by his fellow realtors as
Realtor of the Year in 1986. He was a true entrepreneur in the real estate and
development fields. He was one of the founding members of Fidelity Federal
Savings Bank. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother and uncle.
"Chalie" had a zest for life, loved people and lived for summers at
Virginia Beach with his family.
The family will receive friends from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, December
7, 2103 at Bliley's-Central, 3801 Augusta Ave., Richmond, VA 23230, where a
celebration of his life will be held at 3 p.m.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Richmond City VA, Obituary
Richmond Times-Dispatch (VA) - March 18, 2014
Ms. Ella Mae "Nanny" Blankenship, 76, of Richmond, passed away on Sunday,
March 16, 2014. She was the daughter of the late Roy Hollifield and Vera Belle
Hensley Beers.
Ms. Blankenship is survived by her sons, Bruce L. Netherton and Jeff A. Blankenship Sr.; daughters, Teresa L. Blankenship and Lillie D. Kennedy; grandchildren, Ricky E. Weeks Jr.,
Emily A. Laing and husband, Donnie, Tammy L. Stewart, Darlene G. Stewart, Jeffery A. Blankenship Jr. and Grace E. Stewart; great-grandchildren,
Destiny N. Weeks, Joshua T. Weeks, Jade E. Laing; and other loving family and
friends.
All services will be private.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Richmond
City, VA,
Obituary
Richmond Times-Dispatch (VA) - June 8, 2014
Tamara Irene Fadool, departed this life
May 27, 2014. Tammy was born August 12, 1959 in Richmond, VA to the late
Theodore and Clara Christine Thompson Fadool.
She leaves to cherish her memory her children, Samantha
Irene and Richard Theodore Blankenship of Henrico, VA; a sister, Theodora Fadool
Donbrosky (Edward) of Henrico, VA; and brothers, Timothy Fadool (Genevive) of
Midlothian, VA and Theodore "Tony" Fadool (Winnie) of Winston-Salem,
N.C. and Naples, Fla. She will also be missed by her many nieces and nephews
and their children, and a multitude of loving, lifelong friends.
A memorial service will be held June 28, 2014 at 1 p.m. at the
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 2500 Pump Rd., in Henrico County.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Richmond City, VA, Obituary
Richmond Times-Dispatch (VA) - August 3, 2014
Lawrence Philip Smith, 63, of Richmond, VA, passed away on
Wednesday, July 30, 2014. He was born in Black Creek, Wis. on December 9, 1950
and was raised in Welch, WV He was a graduate of Welch High School, class of
1968 and attended Virginia Commonwealth University. He was the son of the late
Philip Weber Smith of Racine, Wis. and the late James J. Johns of Wytheville, VA
He is survived by his mother, Emelia Ann Hylton Johns of
Wytheville, VA; and five sisters,
Annette Falkevitz (Richard) of Royersford, Pa., Lynn Anderson (Tom) of
Midlothian, VA, Lauren Grant (Jack) of Arden, N.C., Denise Romano (Vince) of
Bland, VA and Lisa Blankenship (Kyle) of Amelia, VA;
two stepbrothers, James J. Johns Jr. of Staten Island, NY and Shawn Johns of
Huntington, WV; 10 nieces and nephews, 14 great-nieces and nephews, along with
many cousins in Virginia, West Virginia and Wisconsin.
He will be remembered always by us and his "family in the
Fan" for his talent as an artist, his love of books and fishing, his 25
proud years as a finish carpenter and his compassion for those less fortunate.
Fly high and wide, dear brother.
A memorial service will be held at a later date.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014,
Richmond City, VA, Obituary
Richmond Times-Dispatch (VA) - September 19, 2014
Olive Louise Gilbert Bono, left this world
on Saturday, September 6, 2014. Born in Johnstown, PA, on January 22, 1923, she
was the fifth of eight children of Bessie and Walter Gilbert.
She graduated in 1941 from Ferndale High School and from the
Windbur Hospital Training School for Nurses in 1945. On a blind date in 1946,
she met Henry N. Bono and they were married on July 6 of that year. Together
they moved to Richmond, VA in 1952, where they raised their four daughters.
Louise knew more songs and more stories than any mother in the
neighborhood and she filled her children's lives with art, drama, music and
creativity. She believed her children could do anything they set out to do and
all of them benefited from her encouragement and faith in their abilities.
Though in mid-life she worked at MCV hospital as a nurse in the operating room,
art was the defining theme of her life. As her children grew and spread their
wings, she took art classes at VCU and taught them herself through the YMCA and
in her own studio. Her paintings grace the homes of family and happy customers.
She was a founding member of the James River Art League, a reporter for The
Powhatan Gazette, a member of the Bellwood Officer's Wives Club and a past
president of the Powhatan Woman's Club. Her home was always open to friends,
cousins, grandchildren and animals. Birds flocked to her feeders, kittens
thrived in her barn and dogs curled up at her feet.
Louise was preceded in death by her husband, Col. Henry Bono; and
her grandson, James Franklin Kaye.
She is survived by her daughters,
Louise Heite (Stephen), Bess Haile (Edward), Penny Muire (Linwood) and Barbara Blankenship (Rick);
grandchildren, William Haile (Paula), Kitty Heite (Leonard), Gilbert Kennen
(Samantha) and Aaron Kennen; great-grandchildren, Oliver Kennen and Edward
Bonareck; and her beloved younger brother, William Gilbert (Mary).
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 10 a.m. Monday,
September 22, at St. Benedict Catholic Church. Interment will follow in
Westhampton Memorial Park.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Richmond
City, VA,
Obituary
Richmond Times-Dispatch (VA) Date: September 23, 2014
Leonard M. "Len," Blankenship Jr., of Richmond, widower of Cathryn E. Blankenship, peacefully went to be with the love of
his life, on September 21, 2014.
He was preceded in death by his son, Richard Allen
Blankenship.
He is survived by his children,
Bobby Blankenship (Carolyn) and Cathy Robins (John); six grandchildren,
Cindy Stanton (Jim), Bob
Blankenship (Mandy), Kelli
Netherland (Rob), Mitch
Blankenship , Jennifer Provan,
and Wesley Fallin; two brothers, Clarence "Buddy" and Frank
"Billy" Blankenship ; eight great-grandchildren; and one great-great-granddaughter.
He was a graduate of John Marshall High School and was a highly
decorated veteran of the U.S. Army and U.S. Marine Corps. He was a Prisoner of
War during WW II and also served during the Korean Conflict. He was a member of
American Legion Post 137 and the Denny Landrum Chapter of American Ex-Prisoners
of War. He retired from E. I. DuPont after 30 years of service and was a member
of Bethany Place Baptist Church. He was an avid outdoorsman and a dedicated
volunteer at McGuire VA Medical Center.
The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday (today) at
Bliley's-Chippenham, 6900 Hull Street Rd., where a funeral ceremony will be
held 12 noon Wednesday, with interment to follow in Maury Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Roanoke City
+2013, Roanoke City, VA, Obituary
Elmer Gene Webb, 71, of Roanoke, passed away peacefully on
Wednesday, January 2, 2013, after a brief illness. He retired from Norfolk
Southern Railroad after more than 30 years of service, and enjoyed listening to
blue grass music.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Lee Roy and Lettie Webb;
and a brother, Carter Webb and his wife, Delores.
Surviving are his loving wife of 50 years, Rachel Webb; daughters, Pamela Blankenship and husband,
Ronnie; and Tina Webb; a special grandson, Mitchell Webb Blankenship; brother Don Webb and wife, Gale; sister,
Gatha Radford; and serveral nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be conducted 11:30 a.m. Saturday, January 5,
2013, at Simpson Funeral Home, 5160 Peters Creek Road by Pastor Jay Fields.
Interment will follow in Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Roanoke City, VA, Obituary
Published in Roanoke Times on January 6, 2013
Rebecca Eilene Spicer, 61, of Roanoke, passed away on Thursday,
January 3, 2013, after a courageous battle with cancer.
She was preceded in death by her father, Darrell R. Spicer, mother,
Mary W. Spicer, life partner, Roger Varney, and a brother-in-law, Edward Ooghe.
Becky was employed with the Virginia Truck Company for 15 years, and she
attended Cave Spring Baptist Church.
She is survived by her sons,
William Gilmer and his wife, Misty, Raymond Greg Blankenship; brother, Darrell Spicer and his wife, Patsy; sisters, Donna Ooghe,
Peggy Baynton and her husband, Jim; granddaughters,
Kaitlin Campbell, Meagan Dunford, Rynn Gail Blankenship; grandsons, Cody Blankenship and Matthew Dunford; two
great-grandchildren; and a nephew; and a niece.
There will be no funeral service
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Roanoke City, VA, Obituary
Published in Roanoke Times on January 24,
2013
Louise Blankenship
(Lou) Spicer, 90, of
Roanoke, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, January 22, 2013.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Leonard Lee Spicer; a
son, Thomas Ray Spicer; her parents, Moss T. and Eula Mae Blankenship; a sister; and three brothers.
Louise is survived by her children, Patricia S. Brown, of Vinton,
John D. Spicer and Kay, of Roanoke, and Jenae S. Patsell and Gary, of Vinton;
and her grandchildren, Deena L. Davis- Musselman and Darrel, of Roanoke, Lynez
Humphries and Lance, of Roanoke, Nicole Patsell, of Vinton, Ashley S.
Richardson, of Roanoke, and Travis W. Patsell and Brooke Ayers, of Goodview.
Louise also is survived by eight great-grandchildren, Leslie, Amberlee, Deven,
Alec, Bryant, Alexander, Ariana, and Aidan.
She will also be sadly missed by her sweet friend, Lois Huddleston;
and her two beloved pets, Colita and Freda. Louise was a life-long member of
Belmont Christian Church. She was a former employee of Johnson Carper Furniture
Company and retired from Roanoke County Schools. She was an active member of
the Single's Travel Club of Roanoke and loved her many friends there. Louise was
a wonderful lady, sweet and gentle, with a cute sense of humor, who always
greeted you with a smile and a giggle. Throughout her life she touched the
lives of many people who loved her tremendously. She was an avid gardener,
loved her flowers, and was a talented crafter and quilter. She loved to dance
and she kept a suitcase packed and ready for traveling. She will be missed.
The Funeral Service will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, January 25,
2013, at Simpson Funeral Home with the Rev. Craig Rutherford officiating.
Interment will follow in Sherwood Memorial Park.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Roanoke City, VA, Obituary
Published in Roanoke Times on March 9, 2013
Steven Thomas Perkins, born very early on January 18, 2013, went
back home to Heaven, March 7, 2013, after fighting like a Marine for 48 days.
He is survived by his parents, Shawn and Amber Perkins; brother,
Bailey Allen Stultz; maternal grandparents, David and Donna Dickerson; paternal
grandmother, Patricia Lee Cook; great-grandparents,
Tommy and Joan Blankenship,
and Bonnie C. Dickerson; great- great-grandmother, Geraldine Carter; uncle,
Thomas Dickerson; aunts, Kelly Akers, Shelly Sullivan, and Sherry King;
numerous other family members, including a special great-aunt, Esther Blankenship
Langford.
There will be a celebration of his life at 4 p.m. on Sunday, March
24, 2013, at Vinton Wesleyan Church, 246 Jefferson Ave., Vinton, VA 24179, and
the Rev. Ricardo Rodriguez will officiate.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Roanoke City, VA, Obituary
Published in Roanoke Times on March 12, 2013
Barbara Ann Firebaugh, 75, of Roanoke, died Sunday, March 10, 2013, at Carilion Roanoke
Memorial Hospital following a brief illness. Barbara was born in Roanoke, on
January 7, 1938, and lived in the area all of her life. She was the daughter of
the late Clarence William and Nettie Elizabeth Fisher Blankenship. Barbara had many friends and loyal customers for 15 years
at the 7-Eleven at Bennington. She enjoyed dancing at the Vinton Moose for many
years.
In addition to her parents, Barbara was preceded in death by her
husband, James H. Firebaugh; and her brother,
Lloyd Clarence (Junior) Blankenship.
She is survived by her sons and daughter- in-law, Howard and Rhonda
Rader, and Danny Rader, all of Roanoke; granddaughters, Kira Rader and her
fiancé, Christopher Branson, and Magen Rader; great- grandchildren, Landon and
Aiden Branson, and Colby and Eli Huffman; brother
and sister-in-law, Earl and Patricia Blankenship,
of Roanoke; her sister, Katherine Mae Peters, of Salem; several nieces and
nephews.
Funeral services honoring Barbara's life will be 2 p.m. Wednesday,
March 13, 2013, at Lotz Funeral Home, 305 East Washington Avenue, Vinton. Burial will be at Mountain View Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Roanoke City, VA, Obituary
Published in Roanoke Times on April 16, 2013
God called Wanda Shrader (Janie) Body, of Roanoke, to her heavenly
home on Saturday, April 13, 2013. She was born in Nida on November 16, 1932, a
daughter of the late Charles Gratton and Louisa Leftwich Shrader.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by the father
of her children, Dennis W. Body Sr.; her dear sister, Vernie Hayes Russell; and
three brothers, Douglas, Everett, and Troy Sharader.
Janie worked for Smartwear Irving Saks as an Estee Lauder/Lancome
beauty advisor for many years, and retired as a beauty consultant for Talhimers
Department Store. Janie was an avid gardener and grew beautiful roses. She
loved the beach, and enjoyed making wonderful home cooked meals for her family
during the holidays. She resided at the Our Lady of the Valley Retirement
Community where she leaves behind many cherished friends, and a special friend,
Ken Skinnell, of Bedford.
Janie is survived by her loving children, Janie
Body Blankenship, of Roanoke
and Dennis W. Body Jr., of Richmond; grandsons,
Matthew A. Blankenship and Marcus L. Blankenship; and a beloved great-granddaughter,
Clarissa A. Blankenship, all of Roanoke.
There will be a gathering of family and friends from 5 to 9 p.m.
Tuesday, April 16, 2013, at Simpson Funeral Home, 5160 Peters Creek Road.
Private interment will be in Sherwood Memorial Park.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Roanoke City, VA, Obituary
Published in Roanoke Times from April 18 to
April 20, 2013
Mildred Lee Atkins (Nana) Smith, 89, of Roanoke, met her Lord face
to face on Tuesday, April 16, 2013.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Paul H. Smith; her
parents, Thomas and Myrtle Atkins; and her sisters,
Carlista Blankenship, Bernice Adkins and Rachel Epperly.
She is survived by her children, Tommy (Nellie) Smith and Jeanie
(Terry) VandeLinde; grandchildren, Chip (Teresa) Smith, Tim (Tara) Smith, Chris
(Nicole) VandeLinde, Andy (Laura) Smith, Ryan (Erin) VandeLinde, and Erin
Elizabeth VandeLinde; and great-grandchildren, Zac Smith, Cole Smith, Caleb
Smith, Anna Smith, Micah VandeLinde, Morgan VandeLinde, Tate VandeLinde, Josiah
VandeLinde and Ariel Smith.
She was a devoted daughter, faithful wife, nurturing mom and since
the birth of her first grandchild, she became "Nana" to everyone who
knew her. She was a gentle, kind, loving lady with the heart of a true servant.
One of the greatest joys of her life was preparing traditional southern meals
for her family complete with homemade desserts. "Friday night dinner at
Pop and Nana's" was a cherished tradition for family, friends and anyone
who happened by.
Nana was a faithful follower of Jesus Christ and was a longtime
member of New Hope Christian Church where she taught a children's Sunday School class, sang in the choir and spent countless hours in
Bible study and prayer. She never hesitated to lovingly share her belief with
others, whether they be family, friend, or new
acquaintance. For many years, she was an active member of Woodmen of the World
where she participated in various community and fraternal endeavors.
Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, April 20, 2013, at
New Hope Christian Church, 4229 Welcome Valley Road, Roanoke. Her grandchildren
will conduct the service with the assistance of Mickey Derrow and Barry Clark.
Interment will be held in Sherwood Memorial Park.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Roanoke City, VA, Obituary
http://oakeys.com/?pagetype=obitlink&obit_id=1000205
Walter Craig Hamilton, Sr., of Roanoke, VA, passed away Thursday,
May 30, 2013, quietly and into the arms of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
He was 96 years old. Born on March 23, 1917, he is preceded in death by his
parents, Walter Henry and Laura Trenor Hamilton, sisters Lela Mitchell and Vera
Bandy, identical twin brother, Carl Hamilton, and loving wife of 56 years Flora (Flo) Blankenship Hamilton, of Boones Mill, VA
Craig grew up in Roanoke and attended Lee Junior High and Jefferson
High School. He joined, and served in the Virginia Protective Forces and, from
1934 – 1938 in the Virginia National Guard, Company M, 116th Infantry Regiment
(Stonewall Jackson Brigade), 29th Infantry Division. He and his twin brother,
Carl, became part of the “Greatest Generation" They were reassigned to
General George S. Patton’s Third Army, 1101 Combat Engineers. Together, they
served in WWll across the European Theatre of Operations at Normandy, in Italy
and Germany, Battle of the Bulge, England, and Ireland. Their unit was
responsible for the liberation of prisoners at Buchenwald concentration camp.
Their unit was awarded five battle stars and two Presidential Unit citations with
oak leaf clusters. Both were honorably discharged with the rank of Sergeant, on
December 13, 1945, and returned to Roanoke.
Craig was a member of Post 64, 29th Division Association. As early
as 1942 (prior to the war), Craig had joined the Roanoke Life Saving and First
Aid Crew (founded, May 1928), the world’s first, organized, volunteer rescue
squad. He was a life member until his passing. After college, Craig enjoyed a
life-long career with Auto Spring and Bearing Co., Inc. as a traveling
automotive parts salesman, covering many southwest Virginia communities. Craig
joined First Baptist Church in downtown Roanoke in 1927, at the age of 10.
Across his 86 years of continuous membership, he served as a youth Sunday School teacher, usher, and Deacon. He served as a chaperone
and mentor to many youth programs, delivered White Christmas food boxes,
yearly, to the underprivileged in the area, and travelled extensively with the
XYZ’s seniors programs. A big part of Craig’s life was dedicated to the Boy
Scouts of America. He was active for close to 50 years with the Blue Ridge
Mountains Council. He served as an Assistant Scoutmaster with Troop 25, Big
Lick District Committee member, Assistant District Commissioner, Southeast
Region Area Camp Appraiser, and a 33-year member of Tutelo Lodge 161, OA
Kitchen Crew. He was awarded The Scouter’s Key, Scouter’s Training Award,
District Award of Merit, James E. West Fellow, Woodbadge Adult Leader Training
Award, and the Silver Beaver Award for Distinguished Service to Youth. Craig
was also a Vigil member of the Order of the Arrow, Scouting’s National Honor
Society. Another big part of his life came through his service as a lifetime
member and Master Mason of Lakeland Masonic Lodge AF AM #190, whose mission is
to help aid and assist all distressed brothers and sisters.
Walter Craig Hamilton, Sr. is survived by his two sons, Walter
Craig Hamilton, Jr., and wife Doris, and Edward Carl Hamilton, all of Roanoke.
He is also survived by two grandchildren, Brian Taylor Hamilton and Anna
Hamilton Turner and seven great-grandchildren. Craig’s additional family
includes many nieces and nephews.
The family is truly grateful to Home Based Primary Care at the
Veterans Affairs Medical Center. Through their care and support Craig was able
to overcome many health challenges in his later years. The family is also very
grateful to First Baptist Church and the Homebound Ministry Program. Their
continued support, cards, letters, and prayers have been so comforting. The
family also acknowledges the care and compassion from Good Samaritan Hospice.
Our heartfelt thanks and deepest appreciations go to the entire staff and
management, and residents, at Elm Park Estates.
Finally, words cannot describe the overwhelming love, care, and
support from his primary caregiver, Betty Montgomery. Betty, along with
daughter Taylor and granddaughter Chyanne, have
overseen so much of Craig’s healthcare needs. They have dedicated their hearts
and energies through their smiles, hugs, and untold hours of faithful attention
to “Mr. Craig.”
A visitation will be held at Oakey’s South Chapel in Roanoke, on
Monday, June 3, 2013 from 10:00 A.M.- noon. A grave
side service at Evergreen Cemetery will follow with Masonic Rites and Military
Honors. On Wednesday, June 5, at 2:00 p.m., a Memorial Service will be held at
the First Baptist Church Worship Center in downtown Roanoke.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Roanoke
City, VA,
Obituary
Published in Roanoke Times on July 17, 2013
Thomas Sidney (Sam) Snead, 80, of Roanoke, passed away on Monday,
July 15, 2013, at his home. He retired from General Electric in 1996 with 37
years service and was a Veteran of the United States Air Force, where he served
from 1953 to 1957.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Joanne Snead; parents, Alfred
L. and Daisy W. Snead; brothers, Wesley, Fred and Clyde Snead.
He is survived by two sisters,
Lillian E. Blankenship, of Alexandria, Betty Laine and husband,
James, of Lexington, N.C.; and several nieces and nephews.
A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, July 19,
2013, at Sherwood Memorial Park with Military Honors.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Roanoke
City, VA,
Obituary
Published in Roanoke Times on July 25, 2013
Goldie Grisso Blankenship, 90, of Roanoke, went to be with her Lord on Wednesday morning,
July 24, 2013.
Goldie was preceded in death by her husband, Charles E.
Blankenship Sr.; her daughter, Charlotte Marie Blankenship; and
her sister, Elsie Mills.
She is survived by her son,
Charles E. (Buddy) Blankenship
Jr. and Neva Kay Blankenship, of Roanoke; her grandsons, Kevin
Blankenship and his wife,
Cindy and Chris Blankenship and his wife, Beth; her
great-grandchildren, Jessica, Samantha, Kayli, and Colin; her great-great-
grandchildren, Briona, Michael, and Nicholas; her brother, Paul Grisso and
wife, Marlene, of Roanoke County.
A graveside service will be held in Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens at
2 p.m. on Friday, July 26, 2013, with Pastor Greg Fleshman officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Roanoke
City, VA,
Obituary
Published in Roanoke Times on July 27, 2013
Eugene Samuel Wirt, Jr., 86, of Roanoke, entered in to heaven July
25, 2013, to meet his granddaughter, Michelle Leigh Guilliams, who died in 1986
of Lupus.
Eugene served in the United States Navy during World War II; he
served in Normandy and the North Atlantic Theater. He was injured during
combat, and received not only a Purple Heart, but also earned a Silver Star,
Medal of Merit, Navy Cross and the American Theater Victory Medal. He went to
work as an accountant for the United States Postal Service, retiring after over
25 years of service, then went on to become a life insurance agent for Durham
Life. In his later years he enjoyed watching the History Channel and Old
Westerns. He was known by his loved ones as "Pop Gene", "Big
Poppa" and "Pawpaw".
His survivors include his son, William W. Wirt; daughters, Vicky
Rhoaten and her husband, Otis, Kim Ferguson and her husband, Stephen, Sandy
Schelsky and her husband, Walter; grandchildren,
Dawn Marie Blankenship,
Heather Burrows, Cindy Rhoaten, Justin Booker, Bradley Booker, Renee Shelor,
Samantha Tilley, Madison Schelsky, Ted Peters, Bryce Peters, and Keven
Ferguson; 17 great-grandchildren; a great-great grandson, Gabe; a very special great-granddaughter, Victoria Michelle Blankenship, whom he baby sat until preschool; a
brother, Paul Wirt and his wife, Pat; and many nieces and nephews.
Funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Tuesday, July 30, 2013, at the
Chapel of Light Mausoleum of Evergreen Burial Park. Pastor Barry Witt will
officiate and Military honors by the VFW, DAV honor guard.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Roanoke City, VA, Obituary
Published in Roanoke Times on August 2, 2013
William Traver (Bill) Cornette, 89, of Roanoke, went to be with the
Lord on Thursday, August 1, 2013. Bill was a longtime member of Bonsack Baptist
Church where he was a member of the Berean Sunday School Class. He served in
World War II, and retired from Norfolk and Western Railroad.
Bill is survived by his loving wife of 58 years, Christine
Cornette; two daughters, Ellen
Cornette, of Brunswick County, Rosemary
Blankenship and husband, Lewis Blankenship, of Roanoke; four grandchildren,
Jason and Christopher Coleman, Danielle LaPrad, Matthew Blankenship; and two great-grandchildren, Traver and Brenden Coleman.
A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, August 3,
2013, at Oakey's East Chapel with Dr. Robert G. Moore III. officiating.
Interment will follow in the Sherwood Memorial Park.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Roanoke
City, VA, Obituary
Published in Roanoke Times on August 9, 2013
Violet Long Wiggins, 90, of Roanoke, died Thursday, August 8, 2013,
at Our Lady of the Valley Nursing Facility. She was born February 28, 1923, and
was the last surviving child of the eight children born to the late James Long,
and Jelanie Fox Long.
Her husband, John Jerome Wiggins and a son; John Douglas Wiggins
also preceded her in death.
Mrs. Wiggins grew up in Roanoke; she graduated from Jefferson High
School, and married her neighborhood sweetheart upon his return from World War
II in 1945. She retired from F. W. Woolworth after 20 years of service. Violet
was an avid reader, loved to sew and was known for her pecan pies, party mix,
and applesauce cakes. Though her aspirations were those of a homemaker, she
believed in equal opportunities for men and women, and supported her children
in their chosen fields.
She is survived by her son, Gary Robert Wiggins and his wife,
Mickey, of Mooresville N.C., daughter, Diane Wiggins, of Roanoke;
grandchildren, John David Wiggins and wife, Kristy, Joseph Agee, Adam Agee and
wife, Jessie, Karen Jacobsen and husband, Shawn, Trina Temples and husband,
Travis, John Robert Wiggins and wife, Heather; numerous great-grandchildren;
nieces and nephews; additional family members, Pam Williams and Helen Wiggins.
Special thanks to Nelva
Blankenship, her niece and frequent visitor.
Funeral service will be held at the graveside 2 p.m. Saturday,
August 10, 2013, at St. Andrews Diocesan Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Roanoke
City, VA, Obituary
Published in Roanoke Times on August 18, 2013
Crystal Loraine McHargue Shetley Blankenship, 34, of Roanoke, passed away on Friday,
August 16, 2013.
She is survived by her husband,
Keith Blankenship; son, Bronson Shetley; father, Vernon
"Chief" McHargue II (Debra); mother, Sandra Webber (Roy Fralin) and
numerous other family members.
A celebration of life service will be held at 3 p.m. on Monday,
August 19, 2013 in the chapel of Valley Funeral Home, with Pastor Chris Kingery
officiating.
2013, Roanoke
City, VA, Obituary
Published in Roanoke Times from September 18
to September 19, 2013
Clara Foutz (June) Clasbey, of Roanoke, passed away Monday
September 16, 2013, surrounded by her loving family.
She was preceded in death by her father, George L. Foutz; mother,
Ila B. Foutz; and sister, Mae Richards.
She was known as "Me Mom" to those who knew and loved
her. She was always generous with her time and love and had a strong passion
for helping others. She was employed with Joe Bandy and Son/Country South for
47 years.
Survivors include her husband of 63 years, Mahlon L. Clasbey; sons,
Dennis M. Clasbey and wife, Wanda, and David W. Clasbey and wife, Eunice; Me
Mom's grandchildren, Shannon Boothe
and husband, Andy, Lori Blankenship and husband, Nicky, and
Emily Clasbey; Me Mom's great-grandchildren,
Ashlyn Boothe, Andrew Boothe, Madison
Blankenship, Logan Blankenship, and Morgan Mills; brothers, Roy L. Foutz,
and Daniel R. Foutz and wife, Joyce; several nieces and nephews; special
sister-in-law, Joyce Foutz; and special friends, Sue Adams, Helen
Asimakopoulos, and Don Bandy.
Funeral Services will be held at noon on Thursday, September 19,
2013, at Oakey's Vinton Chapel with the Rev. Burrell Baker and the Rev. Laney
Mofield officiating. Interment will follow in Mountain View Cemetery, Vinton.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Roanoke City, VA, Obituary
http://oakeys.com/?pagetype=obitlink&obit_id=1099270
Margaret Marshall Blankenship, 92 of Roanoke, passed away Wednesday, September 18, 2013.
Margaret graduated from Duke University with a Bachelor’s Degree,
which was followed up years later during her teaching career by a Master’s
Degree. Margaret was proud that she had taught for decades in Roanoke Public
School Systems, finally retiring from Roanoke City Schools. She was a lifelong
member of Thrasher Memorial United Methodist Church.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her
brother, William Hanan Edward Marshall, her first husband, George W. Booth, her
son, G. Wythe Booth, and second husband, Eual Matthew “Pat” Blankenship.
She is survived by two nephews, William Frederick Marshall and
Christopher Lee Marshall, a niece, Elizabeth Marshall Dobbs, great nephews,
great nieces and other relatives.
A private service celebrating Margaret’s life will be held by the
family at a later date.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Roanoke City, VA, Obituary
Published in Roanoke Times from Oct. 28 to
Oct. 29, 2013
Doris Blankenship Hall, 92, of Roanoke, joined her loving husband, Howard in Heaven on
Sunday, October 27, 2013.
Left behind to cherish her memories are her sons, Sonee Hall of
Bristol and Bill Hall of Blue Ridge; daughters, Beth Hall of Roanoke and Lisa
Haas of Fredericksburg. She is also survived by five grandchildren; and five
great-grandchildren.
Doris has been a member of Bonsack Baptist Church since 1963. Mom
loved her children, and family time was very important. She traveled the world
with her good friends and made lifetime memories. Flowers were her passion, and
she loved the beauty of nature. A favorite time was to sit in the sunroom and
watch the snow fall around her.
A Funeral Service will be held Tuesday, October 29, 2013 at 2 p.m.
at Oakey's East Chapel in Bonsack. Burial will be held in Sherwood Memorial
Park.
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+2013, Roanoke City, VA, Obituary
Published in Roanoke Times on Nov. 25, 2013
Earl Ray Stamper, 80, of Roanoke, went to be with the Lord on
November 24, 2013.
He was preceded by his parents, Frances Virginia and Durphy Mack
Stamper; brothers, Billy Mack and Vernie McCoy Stamper and a sister, Frances Virginia Blankenship.
He retired from Rish Equipment Company with over 25 years of
service, and is a member of Southview United Methodist Church. Mr. Stamper was
a fifty year, 32nd Degree Mason, Harman Lodge #222 AF & AM in Bluefield
Virginia. A loving and devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and
friend, he will be dearly missed by all.
Left to cherish his memory are his loving wife of 56 years, Jean
Lewis Stamper; daughters, Carrie Johnson and husband Tom, Teresa Carter and
husband Ric; grandchildren, Trevor Johnson, Amber Green and husband Nicholas,
Cheyenne Carter and Saje Carter; brothers, Jackie L. Stamper and wife Cookie of
Richmond, Charles David Stamper and wife Sue of Bluefield, WV; along with many
other relatives and special friends.
A service celebrating Mr. Stamper's life with Masonic Rites will be
held Tuesday November 26, 2013 with the time to be announced at Simpson Funeral
Home with Pastor Joe Klotz officiating. Entombment will follow in Blue Ridge
Memorial Gardens.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Roanoke City, VA, Obituary
Published in Roanoke Times from Dec. 1 to
Dec. 2, 2013
Sallie Frances Blankenship, 90, of Roanoke, went to be with the Lord, Thursday November 28,
2013.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Ralph, brothers, George Bohon, Bill Bohon, Ira
Bohon, sisters, Mattie Shockley, Mary Patsel, Bertha Weeks.
Survivors include her son,
Cecil Blankenship; daughter,
Barbara Blankenship; several nephews and nieces.
Funeral Services will be held 10 a.m. Tuesday at Oakey's Vinton
Chapel with the Rev. Robert Stutes officiating. Interment will follow in
Sherwood Memorial Park.
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SSDI: Blankenship,
Ralph J., 82, 18Mar1924 - 17May2006, Roanoke City, VA, VA-225-22-2593
+2013, Roanoke
City, VA,
Obituary
http://oakeys.com/?pagetype=obitlink&obit_id=1196735
Marie Blankenship Stilton, 81, of Roanoke, passed away on Wednesday, December 18, 2013. She
was preceded in death by her parents,
John T. and Mary Blankenship;
and a sister, Odessa Harlow.
She is survived by her husband, Jack Stilton of Roanoke; sons and
daughter-in-law, Keith and Joan Stilton of Richmond and Kenneth Stilton of
Kitty Hawk, NC; 4 grandchildren; and 1 great grandchild; 3 step-grandchildren;
and 3 step-great grandchildren.
A graveside service will be held at 10 a.m. on Saturday, December
21, 2013 at Evergreen Burial Park, with Mr. Richard Simmons officiating.
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+2013, Roanoke City, VA, Death
http://www.roanoke.com/obituaries/article_80eab53d-7acb-5a16-9a7a-77564a40cb24.html
Jesse Stephen Blankenship, 57, of Roanoke, passed away Saturday, December 21, 2013.
Arrangments by Oakey's Vinton Chapel,
540-982-2221.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Roanoke City, VA, Death
Jesse Stephen
Blankenship, 57, of Roanoke, went to be with the
Lord on Saturday, December 21, 2013.
Jesse was
preceded in death by his father and mother, Otey and Hazel Blankenship; his brother,
Joseph Blankenship and his sister, Rita McGlothlin.
Surviving are
his children, Ashley Blankenship; Cory and wife,
Kelsey Blankenship; his
grandchildren, Ariana and Ryder Blankenship; Brandon Cole II; his sisters
and brothers, JoAnn Linton; Debbie and husband, James Sapp; Otey and wife, Terri Blankenship and Ricky and wife, Donna Blankenship.
A funeral
service will be held at Oakey's Vinton Chapel on Friday, December 27, 2013 at 4
p.m. with Chaplain Roger Graves officiating. Interment will be private.
2013, Roanoke City, VA, Obituary
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Lori Clasbey Blankenship, 35, of Roanoke, passed away on Friday, December 20, 2013
surrounded by her loving family. She was born June 18, 1978.
Left to cherish her memory, are her husband, Nicky W.
Blankenship, and her two children, Madison and Logan
Blankenship, who were the
light of her life. She is also survived by a stepdaughter, Morgan Mills. Also
surviving are her parents, Dennis and Wanda Clasbey; grandfather, Mahlon L.
Clasbey; a sister, Shannon Boothe and husband Andy; a special niece and nephew,
Ashlyn and Andrew Boothe; a special cousin, Emily Clasbey; special friend,
Jennifer Foley; along with many other relatives and friends.
Lori was a strong, courageous, young lady who touched the lives of
everyone she knew. She was an inspiration to all and truly showed everyone the
meaning of love and life.
Funeral services will be at noon Monday, December 23, 2013 at
Oakey's Vinton Chapel, with the Rev. Laney Mofield officiating. Interment will
be in Mountain View Cemetery, Vinton.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Roanoke
City, VA,
Obituary
http://oakeys.com/?pagetype=obitlink&obit_id=1245878
Richard Morris Magee, 80 of Roanoke, died Thursday, February 13,
2014.
Morris served his country in the United States Army during the
Korean Conflict.
Morris is survived by his wife, Betty Wharton Magee, his sister, Margaret Blankenship, nephew, Robert Magee and his wife, Becky; niece, Regina Dudley
and husband, J. B.; nephews, Brian Kelly and wife, Amy, Brad Kelly and wife,
Laura. He is also survived by his sister-in-law, Billie Roth, and her sons, Johnny
Roth, Rodney Marshall-Roth and wife, Melanie, and Keith Roth and wife, Patty,
and other nieces, nephews and relatives.
A graveside service with military honors will be held in Sherwood
Memorial Park 2:00 P.M. Wednesday, February 19, 2014 with the Rev. Susan
Bentley officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Roanoke City VA, Obituary
http://oakeys.com/?pagetype=obitlink&obit_id=1251301
Hazel A. Hairfield, 94, of Roanoke, went to be with her Lord,
Saturday February 22, 2014.
She is preceded in death by her first husband, William Edward
Adams, and second husband Charles Douglas Hairfield; 3 brothers; 2 sisters.
Mrs. Hairfield was a member of Fellowship Baptist Church and retired from
Vinton Weaving Mill with 48 years of service.
Survivors include her daughter Nancy Lee Adams Bond and husband Dr.
G.M. Bond, Gretna; step-daughter and son-in-law, Linda and Bobby Casper, Rocky
Mount; grandchildren, Cindy Ingram, Stephen Bond; great-grandchildren, Jillian
Harless, Mac Ingram, Leah Bond, Zeke Bond; great-great grandchild, Isaac
Harless; special nieces, Mary
Maynard and Joyce Blankenship.
Funeral services will be held 12 noon Thursday at Oakeys Vinton
Chapel with Rev. Mark Manning officiating. Interment will follow in Sherwood
Memorial Park.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Roanoke
City, VA,
Obituary
Jean Bailey Bowyer Blankenship, 87, of Roanoke,
went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, March 11, 2014. She was a member of North
Roanoke Baptist Church. She retired from J.C. Penney's and later worked for
Southern Tile and Carpet.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Oakley
Blankenship; parents, Arthur
and Nellie Bailey; brothers, Artie Bailey, C. P. Bailey and Earl Bailey.
She is survived by her favorite daughter, Twinkle Star Walden;
favorite son, James Steven Bowyer and wife, Debra; sister, Nita Fekas and
husband, Alex Fekas; grandchildren, Jennifer and Mike Beamesderfer, Lisa and
Joey Willie, Christy and Robert Hudson; great grandchildren, Bralynn
Beamesderfer, Layla and Liam Willie, Thomas and Tinlee Hudson; many nieces and
nephews; special friend, Elsie Moore; and very special roommate, Kathryn
Atkinson.
Funeral services will be held at noon on Friday, March 14, 2014 at
Oakey's North Chapel, with the Rev. Dr. Darryl G. Crim and the Rev. David Long
officiating. The interment will follow in Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Roanoke
City, VA,
Obituary
The Roanoke Times, (VA) - March 20, 2014
Douglas (Dug) Patrick Duschean, 55, of Roanoke, passed away Sunday,
March 16, 2014 after a lengthy illness.
He was preceded in death by his father, Joseph "Jake"
Duschean and a brother David.
Douglas was a diehard University of Virginia Cavaliers and Green
Bay Packers Fan. His early professional years were spent in radio as an on the
air personality. He later worked as a cashier at Kroger in Hollins where he
always enjoyed his old friends coming through his checkout line.
Surviving are his mother,
Aileen Blankenship Duschean; sisters, Teresa Duschean and Tracy
Williams and husband Tom; brother, Darren Duschean, all of Roanoke; nephews,
Jacob and Alec Williams.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Roanoke
City, VA,
Obituary
http://www.roanoke.com/obituaries/eakin-vernell-b/article_bb49bfdd-514b-5b07-8a72-962a5fd0588f.html
Vernell B. (Bunny) Eakin, 83, of Roanoke, passed away on Sunday, March 30, 2014.
She was preceded in death by 3 sisters and 3 brothers.
She is survived by a brother,
Herbert Blankenship; grandchildren, Victoria Johnson and R.D.
Shook; great grandchildren, Justin Shook and Donovan Johnson; and several
nieces and nephews.
A graveside service will be held 1 p.m. on Thursday, April 3, 2014
at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens. Arrangements by Oakey’s
North Chapel.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Roanoke City, VA, Obituary
Oakey's Funeral Service & Crematory
Alie Blankenship Hartman, 95, of Roanoke, died on Wednesday, April 9, 2014.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Hubert L. Hartman; brothers, Robert, Pete, Melvin and Henry Blankenship and her sisters, Sylvia and Florence Blankenship,
Pearlie Jordan and Lucy Coon.
Surviving are her son, Jerry L. Hartman and wife, Eloise; grandson,
David L. Hartman of Chapel Hill, NC; step-granddaughter Karen Durett and great
granddaughter, Abbie Durett; special sister-in-law, Dorothy Hartman and
numerous nieces and nephews.
Alie was a longtime member of Red Hill Baptist Church and was
retired from Eli Lilly. The family wishes to thank South Roanoke Nursing Home
for their compassionate care given by the nurses, staff, CNAs and especially to
Hope and Phyllis. Special thanks are also extended to Gentle Shepherd Hospice.
Services will be held at Oakey’s South Chapel on Monday, April 14,
2014 at 12 Noon with Rev. Leonard Martin officiating. Interment will follow at
Franklin Memorial Park.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Roanoke City, VA, Obituary
Deborah Ellen Sapp,
60, of Roanoke, went to be with the Lord, Saturday June 14, 2014.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Otey and Hazel Blankenship; sister, Rita
McGlothlin; and brothers, Jesse and Joseph
Blankenship.
Debbie never met a stranger and was an avid Bingo player. She
always warmly welcomed visitors into her home.
Survivors include her husband of 42 years, Jimmy Sapp; daughter,
Stephanie Sapp; son, Reid Sapp; grandchildren, Jamie and Skylah Sapp, Haley
Sapp and fiancé Steven; great-grandchild, Steven Ferris II; sister, JoAnn
Linton; brothers, Otey Blankenship and wife Terri, Ricky Blankenship and wife Donna; numerous nieces; nephews;
and cousins.
Funeral Services will be held noon Tuesday, June 17, 2014 at Oakeys
Vinton Chapel.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Roanoke
City, VA,
Obituary
The News & Advance, (Lynchburg, VA) - August 2, 2014
Walter "Henry" Hankins, 86, of Roanoke, left us Thursday,
July 31, 2014. He was born into a family of five children in Richlands, VA
Preceding him in death are his parents, John M. Hankins and Mary
Belle Altizer Hankins; one brother, William Peery Hankins; two sisters and one brother-in-law,
Jeanette and DuPont Yager, and Midge
Blankenship; and one
sister-in-law, Margaret Ratliff Hankins.
He will be missed by his surviving wife of 65 years, Virginia
Lester Hankins; one son and daughter-in-law, William and Sherryl Hankins of
Forest; two grandchildren; six great- grandchildren; his brother, Johnny
Hankins of Castlewood; brother in law,
Don Blankenship of Knoxville, Tenn.; and many nieces,
nephews, and friends.
A visitation will be held at Oakeys North Chapel, Peters Creek
Road, Roanoke, VA, on Sunday, August 3, 2014, from 2 until 3 p.m. with a
service immediately following.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Roanoke
City, VA,
Obituary
The Roanoke Times
Helen Blankenship Sink, 92, of Roanoke, went home to be with the Lord, Sunday, August 3,
2014.
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, two sisters and
a brother.
She was a member of Hollins Road Baptist Church. Mrs. Sink was a
longtime employee of Kenrose Manufacturing and later retired from Maid Bess.
Surviving are her children, David Sink and wife Vicky, Donna
Hopkins and husband Bee; grandchildren, Angie Kelley, Chris Sink and wife
Debbie, Carie Hopkins, Kevin Sink and wife Betsy; great grandchildren, Ashley
Kelley, Kristi Asbury and husband Justin, Blake Kelley, and Travis Sink;
great-grandchildren, Gavin Sink and Kaiden Sink; and one great-great-great-
grandchild, Kinley Kelley; sister, Hazel Harris and numerous nieces and
nephews.
Funeral services will be conducted at noon Tuesday, August 5, 2014
at Simpson Funeral Home 5160 Peters Creek Road by the Rev. Mark Washington.
Interment will follow in Fair View Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Roanoke City, VA, Obituary
Mrs. Virginia Blankenship Hubbard, age 87, of Roanoke, Virginia, died Thursday, November 27, 2014 at
her home. Virginia was born July 26, 1927, in Alleghany County, Virginia, the
daughter of the late Mont Blankenship and Mary Tingler Blankenship.
She was the wife of Ryland Hubbard, Sr., who preceded her in death.
She issurvived by her son and daughter in law, Ryand Kelly Hubbard
of Roanoke, and their children, Zach Hubbard of Miami, Fla., and Jake Hubbard
of Roanoke, and her son Charles Hubbard and his daughter, Hannah, of Roanoke.
In addition to her parents and husband, Virginia was preceded in
death by her sisters, Ruby Chapman and Marjorie Crawford.
A funeral service will be conducted at noon on Friday, December 5,
2014, at Oakey's South Chapel. Private family interment.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Roanoke City, VA, Obituary
http://www.oakeys.com/?pagetype=obitlink&obit_id=1478398
Wallace Marion Barton, 78, of Roanoke, VA passed away Sunday,
December 14, 2014 at Woodhaven Nursing Home.
He faithfully served the Roanoke Seventh-day Adventist Church as
greeter for 45 years and was groundskeeper for many years. Many people loved
him for his friendliness, gift of gab, and love to make people laugh. He served
in the USAF for four years. He was a truck driver for Wilson Trucking, Bill
Banks and PepsiCo (where he retired). His CB handle was “Wild Wally” and later
called “Wild Man.” He was a dedicated worker and loved driving and talking to
other truckers.
He was predeceased by his parents, Walter and Effie Barton, Cecil and Edna Blankenship (sister
and brother in law), Margaret
Barton (step mother), Teddy
Blankenship (nephew), Ward Barton (brother) and Fred
Gibson (brother in law).
He is survived by his devoted wife of 52 years, Jeanette Barton,
(Roanoke, VA), a very loving daughter and son in law, Brenda and Mark Holt; and
a granddaughter, Jenna Holt (who made his life complete), sister, Georgie
Gibson, Roanoke, VA; brother, and sister in law, Raymond and Betty Barton,
Salem, VA; brother and sister in law, Jimmy and Ginny Barton, Vinton, VA; many
nieces and nephews and friends.
A funeral service will be held Wednesday at 10 AM in Oakey’s North
Chapel. Interment at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
1940 Census, Alleghany District,
Montgomery Co., VA,
Barton, Walter M. 38, M, VA, Head,
Barton, Effie L. 31, F, VA, Wife,
Barton, Edna L. 08, F, VA, Dau,
Barton, Gorgie 05, F, VA, Dau,
Barton, Wallice M. 03, M, VA, Son,
Barton, Raymond W. 00, M, VA, Son,
Barton, William Henry 58, M, VA, Father,
Barton, Naomi 58, F, VA, Mother,
Bain, Minnie M. 19, F, VA, Maid,
https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:VRBN-69W
SSDI: Blankenship,
Edna L., 62, 10Jul1931 - 14Apr1994, Roanoke City, VA, VA-231-24-9364
SSDI: Blankenship,
Cecil E., 68, 25Feb1925 - 27Nov1993, Roanoke City, VA, VA-224-24-9963
Roanoke
2013, Roanoke Co., VA, Obituary
Published in Roanoke Times from April 21 to
April 22, 2013
Mildred Irene Spangler Deaton, 83, of Roanoke County, passed away
on Saturday, April 20, 2013. She began her working career at Woolworth's in
downtown Roanoke and later served as a dental assistant with various dentists.
Her church home was Central United Methodist Church in Salem, and was a loyal
member of both the Home Builder's Sunday School and
Business Women's Circle. She enjoyed traveling in the United States and abroad,
and found pleasure in gardening, embroidering, and ceramics.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Dallas Deaton; mother, Edith Spangler Blankenship; father, Henry Spangler; brothers, Ernest and Gene Spangler; and
brother-in-law, Dick Jenkins.
Her surviving family includes her sister, Joyce Jenkins; brothers,
Gilbert Spangler and wife, Phyllis, Glenn Spangler and wife, Donella (Donnie),
and Richard Spangler and wife, Cheryl; nieces and nephew, Marlene Smith and
husband, Larry, Melody Chapman and husband, Bruce, and Harry Miles and wife,
Ermma; and many grandnieces and grandnephews.
A Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday, April 23, 2013 at 2 p.m.
in the John M. Oakey & Son Funeral home's chapel with Chaplain Dave
Vanderpool officiating. Interment will follow at Sherwood Memorial Park in
Salem.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Roanoke Co., VA, Obituary
http://www.roanoke.com/obituaries/grisso-paul-m/article_45fe73e7-58f8-594e-9a2b-0c1f5f59a71d.html
Paul M. Grisso, 87, of Roanoke County, died peacefully at his home
on Thursday afternoon, August 21, 2014. He was a lifelong farmer who, with his
wife, Marlen, owned and operated Mountain Top Orchards for many years.
He was preceded in death by a wife, Evelyn Leffler Grisso and two sisters, Goldie Blankenship and Elsie Mills.
Surviving is his loving wife of 54 years, Marlen Grisso; two
daughters, Angela Kinzie and husband, Glenn of Salem and Tabitha Nester and
husband, Everette of Willis; a son, Bryan Grisso of Cleveland, OH; six
grandchildren, Heather Sirrine, Shannon Kinzie, Joshua Nester, Chelsea Nester,
Nicholas Grisso, Scott Grisso; two great grandchildren, Robert Sirrine and Jacob
Nester and many close friends.
Funeral Services will be conducted at 10 AM Tuesday from Oakey's
South Chapel with Pastor E. B. Shoemaker officiating. Interment will follow at
Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Bent Mountain, Roanoke Co., VA, Obituary
Christine Maze Meadows Lee, 87, of Bent Mountain, passed away
Saturday Evening, May 31, 2014 at Lewis Gale Hospital. She was born July 2,
1926, to William Meadows and Naomi Lloyd Meadows.
Christine was a faithful member of Mount Union Church of the
Brethren on Bent Mountain, for 50 years. She was a seamstress for Halmode
Apparel; retiring with 35 years of service.
Christine was preceded in death by her husband, Francis
"Frank" B. Lee Sr.; an infant son; a daughter, Betty Francis Lee;
son, Francis B. Lee Jr.; and a great-grandson, Jason Dean Thacker.
Surviving are her daughters and their spouses, John and Becky
Haynes of Vinton, Cathie and Dickie Ray, of Cunningham Texas, Amy and Gary
Sherr of Bent Mountain, Tina and Wayland Burnette of Copper Hill; grandchildren
and their spouses, Annette Cooper. John Haynes, Jr. Doug and Cheryl Altis, Dawn
and Brett Christie, Jay and Carla Peery, Jesse Jefcoat; great- grandchildren, Cameron Cooper, Jay Haynes and Jennifer Blankenship, Ashley Altis, Austin Altis, Caleb Altis,
Grace Altis, Jacob Altis, Shea Roberts, Darion Roberts, Franki Peery, Cody
Peery, Cole Jefcoat, Zachary Jefcoat, Mya Jefcoat; three great-great grandchildren, Jay Paul Haynes, Gabriel Gomez, Zachary Blankenship; close family friends, P. J. Henry and
Diane Graybill.
Funeral service will be held at noon Wednesday, June 4, 2014 at
Oakey's South Chapel, Pastor Greg Fleshman will officiate and interment will
follow at Evergreen Burial Park.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Vinton, Roanoke Co., VA, Obituary
Published in Roanoke Times from January 12 to
January 13, 2013
Betty Jo Boothe, 82, of Vinton, went to be with the Lord Friday,
January 11, 2013.
She was preceded in death by her father, Fred T. Huddleston;
husband, Jewell E. Boothe; sister, Carol Huddleston; and infant daughter, Susan
Marie Boothe. She was a member of Good News Baptist Church. Betty Jo was known
for her kindness and generosity and was loved by all her friends.
Survivors are son and daughter-in-law, Daniel E. and Ann Boothe, of
Roanoke; daughters and son-in-law, Teresa R. Peters and
friend, Rodney, of Vinton and Lisa
Jo and Jim Blankenship, of Virginia Beach; grandchildren, Amanda N. Jarvis, of Vinton, Tommy Boothe and wife,
Kari, of Roanoke, Heidi Boothe, of Roanoke and Joshua Blankenship, of Virginia Beach; great-grandchildren, Destiny Jarvis and
Jaidynn Ratcliffe; mother, Ethel Y. Huddleston, of Moneta; brother, Jimmy
Huddleston and wife, Kim, of Roanoke; sisters, Dot Morris, of Roanoke, Nancy
Martin, of Roanoke, Mary and Keith Mullinnex, of Blue Ridge and Dena and Ronnie
Scott, of Vinton; special friends, Margaret Roach and Edith Bowyer; several
nieces and nephews; and her pet companion, Princess.
Funeral services will be conducted at noon on Monday, January 14,
2013, at Oakey's Vinton Chapel with Rev. Irvin W. Sloan officiating. Burial
will follow in Shady Grove Baptist Church Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Vinton, Roanoke Co., VA, Obituary
Published in Roanoke Times on June 5, 2013
Robert Wayne St.Clair, 70, of Vinton, went to be with the Lord on
Monday, June 3, 2013.
He retired from Overnite Transportation and also worked for
Virginia Truck Center until his health no longer allowed him. He was a wonderful
husband, father and grandfather who enjoyed camping, racing, fishing and any
outdoor family activity. He and his wife enjoyed traveling and the Great Smokey
Mountains.
He was a member of Gravel Hill Baptist Church, and was preceded in
death by his wife, Nancy L. St.Clair; and his parents, Sam and Ruby St.Clair.
He is survived by four daughters, Lisa Hacker and husband, Steve,
Tammy Hamblin and husband, Kenny, Wanda Arfan and husband, Eido, and Sandra
Donahue; nine grandchildren, Michael
and Allen Stover, Mattie Wagner, Kenny and Ronnie Hamblin, Kevin, David and Brandy
Blankenship, Elizabeth
Strickland; nine great- grandchildren; one sister, Nancy Hosey and husband,
Clarence; two sisters-in-law, Juanita Spence and husband, Butch, and Betty
Brizendine; and three brothers-in-law, Warren and George Brizendine, and James
Morris.
A Funeral Service will be held at 2 p.m. on Thursday, June 6, 2013,
at Oakey's East Chapel with Pastor Elmer Clemons officiating. Interment will
follow in Daleville Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Vinton, Roanoke Co., VA, Obituary
Published in Roanoke Times on Dec. 10, 2013
Paul Enoch Lockhart, 91, of Vinton, went to be with the Lord on
Saturday evening after struggling with cancer. He was born to the late William
Frederick and Ottie Enoch Lockhart on May 18, 1922, in Akron, Ohio.
Paul attended Eastern Nazarene College and became an ordained
minister for the Church of the Nazarene. He married the late Marie Eileen
Albright in 1949, and together they served in the Pastorate of Nazarene
Churches in Jackman, Maine, Stoneham, Mass., Newport, Vt., Waynesboro, VA,
Roanoke, VA, Hopewell, VA, and Boones Mill, VA He eventually retired and moved
back to the Roanoke area and was serving as the Visitation Pastor of the East
Gate Nazarene Church at the time of his death.
Paul is survived by three daughters,
Judith Ann Abugelis (Thomas) of Moneta, Joanne Blankenship
(Stephen) of Troutville, and Brenda Lee Yearout
(Ronald) of Vinton; two grandsons, Bradley Blankenship of Salem and Paul Yearout of Vinton; and
two great-grandsons, Christopher Stephen and Alan John (AJ) Blankenship, both of Salem. He also is survived by one brother, Carl
(Cathy) Lockhart of W Henrietta, N.Y., their two children as well as two nieces
and their families.
A memorial service will be held at the East Gate Nazarene Church on
Tuesday, December 17, 2013 at 7 p.m.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Vinton, Roanoke Co., VA, Obituary
Debra Hayes (Deb) Fore, 58, of Vinton, our
beloved "Honey Lamb" went Home to Glory on Saturday, September 27,
2014.
She was an employee of Canteen for 24 ½ years. She also worked at
P.F.C in Vinton, Lowes and Food Lion.
She was predeceased by her father, William Roschell Hayes Sr.;
sister, Judy Myers; stepfather, Jim Blankenship; grandparents, Sam and Lear Overfelt and a
special aunt, Sarah Hodges.
Surviving family includes her son, William Travis Hayes; mother, Nancy Blankenship; brother, Roschell William Hayes (Bill) and Lila; brother-in-law,
Terry Myers; niece, Sarah Myers White; nephew, Terry Myers Jr.; many aunts and
uncles; her dog Angel (Baby Girl); her cats; a very special friend and
caregiver, Pam Vandergrift; and many friends.
Funeral Services will be held at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, October 1,
2014, at the Lotz Funeral Home Chapel in Vinton with Pastor Barry Witt
officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Vinton, Roanoke Co., VA, Obituary
The Roanoke Times, (VA) Date: December 2, 2014
Herbert Paul Clear, 85, of Vinton, passed away Sunday, November 30,
2014.
He is preceded in death by his siblings,
Donald Clear, Pittsburg, PA, Robert Clear, Vinton, VA, Valerie Reynolds,
Pittsburg, PA, Helen Fountaine, Waynesboro, VA, Betty Blankenship, California, Frank Clear, Benton Clear, Vinton,
VA
Survivors include his sister, Frances Rosillo; niece, Priscilla
McCune; sister-in-law, Margaret Clear; many other nieces and nephews.
Services will be private with Rev. Jae Song officiating. Oakey's
Vinton Chapel
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Rockbridge
2014, Natural Bridge Station, Rockbridge Co., VA, Obituary
The Roanoke Times, (VA) - February 27, 2014
Lucy Claytor Lilley, 74, of Natural Bridge Station, passed away on
Tuesday, February 25, 2014. Born on February 26, 1939 in
Rockbridge County, daughter of the late Carl V. Claytor and Mary Elizabeth
Claytor.
In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by a son,
Clifford Randall Claytor; a sister, Lacy William Claytor.
Surviving Mrs. Lilley are a daughter, Denita L. Coffman; a sister,
Mary Isabelle Camden; a brother, Kenneth Edward Claytor; grandchildren, Robert
William Blankenship, Daniel
Scott Ayers, and Keith Alexander Claytor; great-grandchild,
Marissa Brook Blankenship.
A memorial service will be held 2 p.m. Friday, February 28, 2014 at
West View Holiness Church, Buena Vista.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Rockingham
2013, Dayton, Rockingham Co., VA, Obituary
Daily News-Record (Harrisonburg, VA) - January 21, 2013
Barbara Ann Lloyd May, 67, of Dayton, VA, and formerly of Mathias, WV,
died Jan. 20, 2013, at Rockingham Memorial Hospital. She was born Sept. 12,
1945, in Kentucky, and was a daughter of the late James and Ruth Ritchie Lloyd.
She was a homemaker. On Jan. 26, 1962, she married Garland Lee May
Sr., who preceded her in death Feb. 1, 1985. Her brother, James Lloyd Jr.,
preceded her in death.
Surviving are four sons, Garland Lee May Jr. of Sugar Grove, WV,
Daniel Wayne May of Timberville, Richard Marshall May of Broadway and Roger Lee
May of Dayton; three daughters, Rose
Ann Miller of Fulks Run, Ruth Ann Coffman of Criders and Shelley Jane Blankenship of Harrisonburg; two brothers, Timmy Lloyd
of Mathias, WV, and Alton Lloyd of Stanley; two sisters, Mavis Womack of Fulks
Run and Susan Ritchie of Stuarts Draft; 18 grandchildren and nine
great-grandchildren.
The Rev. Michael Shenk will officiate a
graveside service at 11 a.m. Thursday at Perry Moyer Memorial Cemetery in
Bergton.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Linville, Rockingham Co., VA, Obituary
http://www.meaningfulfunerals.net/fh/obituaries/obituary.cfm?o_id=2523684&fh_id=14433
Christopher Brian Ritchie, 32, of Linville, passed away on Tuesday,
May 13, 2014. Mr. Ritchie was born on November 17, 1981 in Harrisonburg and was
the son of Kenneth Ritchie of Waynesboro and Anna and Felix DeLeonThen of
Linville. He had been previously employed by Valley Proteins and Friendship
Industries.
Surviving in addition to his parents are two children, Christopher
B. Ritchie, Jr. and Daisy M. Ritchie; brothers and sisters, Tawnia Morris,
Susan Ritchie, Kenneth "Peewee" Ritchie, and Matthew Ritchie; a step brother Harold Blankenship and a step
sister, Florence
Blankenship; a grandmother,
Iona Pennington; his fiancé Jessica Dean; and numerous nieces and nephews.
The family will receive friends on Saturday evening from 6:00 p.m.
until 8:00 p.m. at McMullen Funeral Home.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, McGaheysville, Rockingham Co., VA, Obituary
Mrs. Lillian Emmie Lam, 92, a former resident of McGaheysville,
went to be with the Lord on Saturday afternoon, March 9, 2013 at Sunnyside
Retirement Community. A daughter of
the late Walter and Gracie Brogan Atkins, she was born on June 3, 1920 in
Franklin County, VA and lived the majority of her life in McGaheysville.
She was a member of the New Hope Christian Church. She loved the
Lord and enjoyed going to church on Sunday. She was an animal lover, and
enjoyed being with family. She lived
at Sunnyside Retirement Community and made many good friends there. On June 6,
1953 she married Layton Winfield Lam who preceded her to Heaven on Aug. 12,
1996.
She is survived by one son, Nelson Janney and partner, Linda of
Moneta, VA; three daughters, Mary Blankenship and husband,
James, of Salem, VA; Evelyn Landes and husband
Rev. Al of Keezletown, and Shirley Landes and husband, Carl, of Harrisonburg.
She has numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren and
great-great-grandchildren.
Her body will be cremated at the Lindsey Harrisonburg Funeral Home
and Crematory. There will be a time of fellowship for family and friends at the
Meredith Sunnyside Chapel from 1:00 until 3:00 pm on Saturday, March 16, 2013.
Private interment will be at a later date.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Mount Crawford,
Rockingham Co., VA, Obituary
http://www.kygers.com/sitemaker/sites/KYGERA1/obit.cgi?user=1409067Blankenship
Betty Lou Kaylor Blankenship, 84 of Mt. Crawford, passed away September 15, 2014 at Sentara RMH
Medical Center [Harrisonburg City, VA]. Betty was born August 14, 1930 in Port
Republic, and was the daughter of the late Harry Roy and Lula Firebaugh Kaylor.
Betty grew up on the family farm, and was a member of the First
Presbyterian Church in Harrisonburg, for over sixty years. She volunteered with
many church activities, and was a member of the RMH Ladies Auxillary for many
years. She enjoyed knitting, and loved trips to the Outer Banks, always
collecting sea shells.
On August 18, 1951, she married
Robert N. Blankenship, who preceded her in death. Besides her parents
and husband, she was preceded in death by a daughter, Deborah
Louise Blankenship; and a
sister, Elizabeth Ann Kaylor.
Betty is survived by a daughter,
Cheryl B. Floyd, Mt. Crawford; a grandson, Steven
K. Floyd II, & wife, Carlie; three great-granddaughters, Madison Nicole
Floyd, Abigail Dawn Floyd & Rylie Lynn Floyd; son in law, Steve Floyd.
Dr. Kyle Key will conduct a memorial service 11:00 am Thursday, September 18, 2014 at the First Presbyterian
Church in Harrisonburg. Burial will be private at the East Lawn Memorial
Gardens.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
SSDI: Blankenship, Robert N., 75,
14Nov1926 - 10Jun2002, Mount Crawford, Rockingham, VA, VA-228-26-6538
Russell
+2013, Belfast, Russell Co., VA, Obituary
Published in Bristol Herald Courier on May
25, 2013
Mr. Elbert E. Justus, age 84, formerly of Hurley, VA, passed away
Thursday, May 23, 2013, in a Richlands, VA hospital. Born at Hurley, he was the
son of the late Jim and Goldie Smith Justus. He was a retired coal miner and a
member of the U.M.W.A.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by five
brothers, Frank Arlin Justus, Paul Justus, Ermil Justus, Alfred Justus and
Bobby Ray Justus; two sisters, Elsie Justus Brown and Pauline Schegle; and one
grandson, Joshua Aaron Justus.
Mr. Justus is survived by his wife, Janice Justus; two sons,
Richard Justus and Larry Justus; six sisters,
Patsy Cook, Gloria Blankenship, Carylon Stoots, Mary Paul, Nancy Baker
and Linda Farmer; three brothers, Mack Justus, Freddy Justus and Roger Justus;
four grandchildren, Rachel Justus Banks, Tabitha White, Jacob Justus and Cage
Justus; many nieces and nephews also survive.
Funeral services will be conducted at 12 noon Saturday May 25,
2013, in the Singleton Funeral Service Chapel in Cedar Bluff, VA, with the Rev.
Grady McGlothlin officiating. Burial will follow in the Prater Family Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Cleveland, Russell
Co., VA, Obituary
Bristol Herald Courier (VA) - December 23, 2013
John T. "Tom" Puckett, 90, passed away Saturday, December
21, 2013, in the Russell County Medical Center [Lebanon, Russell Co., VA]. He was the son of the late George
Puckett and the late Gertrude Taylor Puckett.
He was an employee of the Virginia Department of Corrections with
over 20 years of service. He was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II receiving
five battle stars. He was of the Baptist faith and was the last surviving
member of his immediate family.
In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by two
brothers, Garnett and Clyde Puckett.
Surviving are his wife of 68 years, Mary Ruth Puckett; one
daughter, Wanda Hamblin and husband, Billy, of Bland County, VA; two sons,
Larry Puckett and wife, Nancy, of Christiansburg, VA, and John T.
"Johnny" Puckett Jr. and wife, B. J., of Cleveland, VA; three grandsons, Larry Wayne Puckett and
wife, Kate, of Charlotte, N.C., David Blankenship
of Bland County, VA, and Bryan Cruey and wife, Sheryl, of North Tazewell, VA;
one great-grandchild, Courtney Cruey of North Tazewell, VA; and several nieces
and nephews.
The graveside service will be conducted 11 a.m. Tuesday, December
24, 2013, with the Rev. Aaron Feeser officiating. Burial will be at Forest
Hills Memory Gardens in Abingdon. Military graveside rites will be conducted by
the Lebanon V.F.W. Post #9864.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Honaker, Russell Co., VA, Obituary
Published in Bristol Herald Courier on May 8,
2013
Mrs. Ollie Marie Barrett, age 93, of the Cedar Cliff Road section
of Honaker, passed away Monday, May 6, 2013, in an Abingdon [Washington
Co., VA], Virginia nursing
facility. Born Jan. 14, 1920, in Dickenson County, VA, she was a daughter of
the late Carl McKinley Taylor and Doshia Compton Taylor Booth. A life-long
resident of the area, she was of the Baptist faith. She had formerly been
employed as a Quality Inspector with Honaker Mills and Lebanon Apparel.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her
husband, Hugh Douglas Barrett; one sister, Naomi Claybourne; three brothers,
James Taylor, Isaac Taylor and Franklin Delano Taylor; and one
great-granddaughter, Karah Thomas.
Survivors include two daughters, Juanita Ratliff of Oakwood, VA,
and Bettye Fields and husband, Russell "Fuzzy" of Meadowview, VA; two
sons, John Barrett and wife, Audrey, and David Barrett and wife, Betty, all of
Honaker; one brother, Carl M. Taylor Jr. and wife, Joann, of Dunedin, Fla.; 10 grandchildren, Rocky Ratliff, Ronna Blankenship, Jeanie Jantzen, Kevin Barrett, Davy
Barrett, Christopher Barrett, Jason Fields, Kelli Thomas, Tony Street and
Chrissy Phipps; and 20 great-grandchildren, Brandon, Travis, Amanda, Phillip,
Ryan, Kyle, Josh, Brian, Kolton, Sydney, Dylan, Rylee, Hunter, Dom, Tripp,
Cassie, Derek, John, Levi and Abigail also survive.
Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m., Friday, May 10,
2013, in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel, Honaker, with the Rev. Paul Ketron
officiating. Entombment will follow in Greenhills Memory Gardens Mausoleum at
Claypool Hill, VA Pallbearers will be grandsons and
Kent Osborne.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Honaker, Russell Co., VA, Obituary
Bristol Herald Courier (VA) - May 31, 2013
Mrs. Betty Burns Honaker Hess, age 78, of Honaker, VA passed away
Wednesday, May 29, 2013. Born Dec. 6, 1934, in Lebanon, VA, she was a daughter
of the late Clarence and Myrtle Mae Ball Honaker. A lifelong resident of the
area, she was a member of the Swords Creek Block Church.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by five brothers,
Kyle, Charlie, Ralph, Kenneth, and Donald Honaker; one sister, Mary Honaker;
and one grandson, Joe Foleno.
Survivors include her husband of 59 years, William Hess of the
home; five daughters, Cathi Hess and
husband, Dean of Blackford, Becky Miller and husband, Rick of Nickelsville,
Shelia Hess and husband, Rick of Honaker, Jeri Blankenship
and husband, Rick of California, and Rachel Stevens of Honaker; three sons, George
Hess, Bill Hess and wife, Patty, and Clarence "Bear" Hess and wife,
Samantha all of Honaker; one sister, Patty Shortridge of Rogersville, Tenn.;12
grandchildren, Amanda, Daniel, Adam, Alaina, Justin, Aaron, Brittany, Jordan,
Morgan, Janey, Nicole, and Hannah; eight great grandchildren;and several nieces
and nephews also survive.
Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Saturday in the
Honaker Funeral Home Chapel, Honaker with the Rev. Steve Perkins officiating.
Interment will follow in Ketron Memorial Gardens at Lebanon. Pallbearers will
be Justin Hess, Jordan Hess, Adam Hess, Aaron Hess, Daniel Reynolds, Dustin
Barton, and Ryan Owens. Honorary pallbearers will be Cheyenne Harris and the
men of the Swords Creek Block Church.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Honaker, Russell Co.,
VA, Obituary
Bristol Herald Courier (VA) - March 24, 2014
Mr. Bernard Gray Hart, 69, of the New Garden section of Honaker,
Virginia, passed away Sunday morning, March 23, 2014, at his home. Born March
11, 1945, in Hart's Creek, Virginia, he was a son of the late Elmer and
Margaret Duty Hart.
A lifelong resident of the area, he was a member of Finney Baptist
Church. He was a retired coal miner, having been employed by Island
Creek/Consol for over twenty-seven years. He was a member of United Mine
Workers of America Local 1640.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two
sisters, Kathleen Yates, and Anna Mae Murphy; two brothers, Thurman Hart, and
Michael Lynn Hart; nephew, Rick Hart;and
brother-in-law, Dallas Honaker.
Survivors include his wife of 46 years, Bonnie Hess Hart of the
home; two sons, Terry Hart and wife, Betty, and Michael Hart both of Honaker,
Virginia; five grandchildren,
Tabitha Miller and husband, Koby, Tyler Hart, Derrick Hart, and Tiffani Hart
all of Honaker, Virginia, and
Katlyn Blankenship of
Richlands, Virginia; one great-grandchildren, Brentlee Miller of Honaker,
Virginia; three sisters, Virginia Honaker and husband, Archie, Irene Yates and
husband, Howard, both of Honaker, Virginia, and Earnesteen Honaker of Maryland;
three brothers, Edward Hart and wife, Audrey, Ronnie Hart and wife, Sandy, and
Lonnie Hart and wife, Tammie all of Honaker, Virginia; two brothers-in-law,
Orville Lee Yates, and James Murphy both of Honaker, Virginia; several nieces,
nephews; and a host of friends.
Funeral services will be conducted 11 a.m. Tuesday, March 25, 2014,
in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Stephen Musick and the Rev.
Chester Ball officiating. Interment will follow at the Hart-Kendrick Cemetery
in Hart's Creek, Virginia. Nephews and friends will serve as pallbearers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Honaker, Russell Co., VA, Obituary
Bristol Herald Courier (VA) Date: June 6, 2014
Mrs. Arbutus Rasnake Ball, age 86, of the Big A
Mountain section of Honaker, VA, passed away Wednesday, June 4, 2014, at her
home. Born October 7, 1927, in Council, VA, she was a daughter of the late
Elbert and Alta Mae Presley Rasnake. A lifelong resident of the area, she
attended Trinity Freewill Baptist Church.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her
husband, Major F. "June" Ball; two daughters, Linda Lockhart and
Rebecca Jane Compton; two grandsons, Andrew Ball and Benjamin Compton; two
brothers, Walter Rasnake and Marvin Rasnake; and one sister, Madalene Rasnake
Ball.
Survivors include two daughters,
Anna Blankenship of Honaker, and Barbara Rose and husband
Claude, of Council; two sons, Kenneth Ball and Jimmy Ball both of Honaker; one
son-in-law, Kenny Compton; one brother, William Rasnake and wife Thelma, of
Council;13 grandchildren; and seven
great-grandchildren also survive.
Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Saturday, June 7,
2014, in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel, Honaker, VA, with the Rev. Edward
Tiller and the Rev. Roy Lee Wilson officiating. Interment will follow in the
Frank Smith Cemetery on Big A Mountain, VA Grandsons
will serve as pallbearers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Lebanon, Russell Co., VA, Obituary
Bristol Herald Courier (VA) - October 1, 2013
Sandra Lynn Blankenship, 68, went to be with the Lord Saturday September 28, 2013, at the
Russell County Medical Center. Sandra was born May 9, 1945, in Russell County,
a daughter of the late Woodrow Hess and the late Gladys Gilbert Hess. She was a
graduate of Lebanon High School and a retired employee of E. Dillon and Co.
Sandra was a member of the Ball Chapel Church in Belfast.
In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by a brother,
Shella Gene Hess; and nephew, Carl Gene Hess.
Survivors include husband
of 23 years, Coy Blankenship ;one daughter,
Denise Carol Leftwich and husband, Mitch, Cleveland, VA;
one step-daughter, Tonscia Osborne and
husband, Michael, Lebanon, VA; one
step-son, Greg Blankenship and wife, Melanie, Richlands, VA; three
grandchildren, Brittany Austin and husband, Chris, Katlyn Tilley and Zachary
Leftwich;eight step-grandchildren,
Justin Osborne, Dylan Osborne, Haley Osborne, Javen Blankenship, Eva Blankenship, John Blankenship, Branson Blankenship, and Destiny Blankenship;two
sisters, Maggie Ray, Lebanon, VA, and Yvonne Heath and husband, Bill, Lebanon, VA;
one brother, G. B. Hess and wife, Wilma, Lebanon, VA; and several nieces and
nephews.
The funeral service will be conducted 1 p.m. Thursday, October 3,
2013, at the Combs Funeral Service Chapel with the Rev. Wilma Shelton and the
Rev. Benny Adams officiating. Burial will follow at the Hess Family Cemetery
near the home. Serving as pallbearers will be Chris Austin, Justin Osborne,
Dylan Osborne, Levi Allison, David Triplett and R. J. Shelton.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Lebanon, Russell Co., VA, Obituary
Bristol Herald Courier (VA) - October 7, 2013
On Wednesday, October 2, 2013, Trevor Isaac Blankenship went to be with the Lord. Trevor served at Lebanon Community
Fellowship Church and Recovery at Lebanon outreach as worship leader. Trevor
was also an employee of AMT Engineering. His life was a testimony of his love
for the Lord and his love for people. He will be remembered for his contagious
smile, his relentless storytelling and his heart-felt kindness. He had a
genuine concern for others that came from a tangible relationship with Jesus.
His passion to see others healed and restored was evident in the way he loved
them.
Trevor was preceded in death by his father, Jerry
Blankenship; and his
grandparents, Joe Worley Stinson, and Kathryne K. Stinson.
He is survived by his mother,
Sandra S. Blankenship; and brother,
Justin Blankenship and wife, Rebekah; nephews, David, Matthew, and Jeremiah Blankenship.
A funeral service will be held 1 p.m. Tuesday, October 8, 2013, at
Lebanon Community Fellowship with Pastor Jeff Williams officiating. Burial will
follow at Ketron Memorial Gardens. Pallbearers will be Tanner Dotson, Casey
Dotson, Manly Stinson, Joey Stinson, Justin Honaker, Jordan Keen, Tanner
Balkcom, and Dustan Balkcom.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Rosedale, Russell Co., VA, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) - February 12, 2013
Sylvia Kathleen Charles McFearin, age 73, of Rosedale, VA, died
Saturday, February 9, 2013 at Johnson City Medical Center in Johnson City, Tenn. She was born May
15, 1939 at Hurley, VA and was a daughter of the late Arthur and Ruth Justus
Charles, both Buchanan County, VA natives.
Mrs. McFearin was a 1958 graduate of Matewan High School. She had
worked for many years as a Security Analyst Specialist for the Department of
Navy in Washington, D.C. Mrs. McFearin had made her home in Rosedale, VA for
the past fourteen years and was a member of the Community Heights Baptist
Church at Wardell, VA
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her
husband, Allen McFearin; one sister, Lucille Jeanette Charles Kennedy.
Those left to cherish her memories include: Two sisters: Glendene Charles Blankenship of
Rosedale, VA, Josephine Charles DeSerio and husband, George R. of Cedar Bluff, VA;
three brothers: Harold F. Charles and wife, Kathy of Pounding Mill, VA, Larry
Charles and wife, Robin of Logan, WV, Ronnie E. Charles and wife, Judy of
Pounding Mill, VA Several other family members and friends also survive.
Funeral services for Sylvia Kathleen Charles McFearin will be
conducted at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, February 13, 2013 at the Hurst-Scott Funeral
Home Chapel in Richlands, VA with the Reverend Bill Keele officiating. Burial
will follow at Greenhills Memory Gardens in Claypool Hill, VA Friends and
family will serve as pallbearers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Swords
Creek, Russell Co., VA, Obituary
Bristol Herald Courier (VA) - September 22, 2013
James Fred Blankenship, age 66, of Swords Creek, VA, passed away Friday, September 20,
2013, at Wellmont Hospice House in Bristol,
[Sullivan Co.],
Tenn., following a lengthy illness. He was born in Bandy, Virginia, and was the
son of Hassel Blankenship of Bandy, Virginia, and the late Nannie Mae Barnes Blankenship.
Mr. Blankenship was a Class of 1966 graduate of Richlands High
School and Vocational Tech School in Tazewell, Virginia. He was a veteran of
the Virginia Army National Guard. Mr. Blankenship was a former mining electrician
and mechanic and he owned several businesses. He loved music and was an artist
at heart. He lived most of his life in the Cedar Bluff and Claypool Hill areas.
He attended the Bandy Chapel Church in Bandy, Virginia. He will be missed by
all those who knew and loved him.
In addition to his mother, he was preceded in death by one brother, Arthur Hassel Blankenship; and father-in-law, Elmer Dye.
In addition to his father, he is survived by his wife, Mary Lynn Dye Blankenship; two sons, Todd Blankenship and wife Jessica, of Johnson City, Tenn., Jamey Blankenship and fiance Michele Martin, of Asheville,
N.C.; one sister, Phyllis Mitchell and husband Randal, of Claypool Hill, VA; mother-in-law,
Narcie Dye of Swords Creek, VA; and two grandchildren,
Evan Blankenship and Ava Blankenship.
Several nieces and nephews also survive along with a host of family and
friends.
Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Monday, September 23,
2013, at the Hurst-Scott Funeral Chapel in Richlands, VA, with Brother Barry
Jessee and Brother Walter Jessee officiating. Interment will follow at
Greenhills Memory Gardens, Claypool Hill, Virginia. Members of Casey-Short VFW
Post #9640 will conduct military graveside rites. Pallbearers will be Jim
Steele, Dave Curry, Woody Grindstaff, Eddie Jessee, Bobby Joe Dye, and Bill
Dye. Honorary pallbearers will be Randy Matney, Randal Mitchell, Leo Barnett,
John Patrick, Tim Jessee, Larry Meadows, Alan Honaker, A. G. Brewster, Gene
Hurst Jr., and Doug Steele.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Salem City
2013, Salem City, VA, Obituary
Published in Roanoke Times on January 20,
2013
Timothy Eric Terry, 50, of Salem, passed away on Monday, January
15, 2013.
He was predeceased by his father; Herman Lee Terry. Tim loved being
outdoors fishing, boating, hunting and racing.
Left to cherish his memory are wife, Brenda Terry; mother, Margaret
Terry; daughter, Kimberly Terry; grandson, Landon Martin; brothers, Larry Terry
(Kathie) and Greg Terry (Melinda); sister,
Debbie Blankenship (Larry); nephews,
Jeremy, Trent, Gregory, Austin, Eddie, Chris, David and Brandon;
brother-in-law, Buddy Wilhelm; mother and father in-law, Ethel and Eddie
Wilhelm; godson, Jackson; and numerous friends.
Friends may call on Tuesday, January 22, 2013, from 5 to 7 p.m. A
memorial service will follow at 7 p.m. in the Valley Chapel.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Salem City, VA, Obituary
Published in Roanoke Times on February 2,
2013
Florastene Conner Blankenship, 93, of Salem, passed away Thursday, January 31, 2013. She was
born December 12, 1919, in Floyd County to the late Moses and Nettie Gay
Conner. She enjoyed attending church, quilting, sewing, traveling, and was an
avid reader. Above all, she will be remembered as a loving wife, mother, and
grandmother.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, James Moyer Blankenship; son, John A. Blankenship
Sr.; grandson, John A.
Blankenship Jr.; brothers,
Avon Conner and Loys Conner; and sisters, Madelene Cousins and Evadene Dockery.
Family left to cherish her memory includes her son, Paul
Blankenship and wife, Trudy; daughter, Helen Coleman and husband, Ivan; five grandchildren; five
great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren. Numerous nieces and
nephews also survive.
A graveside service will be conducted 11 a.m. Monday, February 4,
2013, at the Blue Ridge Memorial Park in Roanoke.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Salem City, VA, Obituary
http://oakeys.com/?pagetype=obitlink&obit_id=983350
Lera Kathleen Bowles Hawley, 83, of Salem, passed away on Friday,
May 3, 2013. She was born on March 15, 1930, in Callaway, VA
She was preceded in death by her parents, Robert and Sallie Bowles;
husband, Jerry Cline Hawley; daughter, Susan Hawley Davenport; siblings,
Russell Bowles and his wife Ann, Rachel Wright and her husband Eldridge,
Raymond Bowles and his wife Ora Lee, and her brother-in-law, Joe Feazell.
She is survived by her children Kevin Hawley and his wife Rebecca,
Jerri Barron and her husband David, and Greta Bratton; her grandchildren Ian Davenport, Samantha Hawley Blankenship and her husband Bobby, Makayla Hawley, Isaac, Benjamin and Isabel Barron; her sisters
Christine Maxey and her husband Harold, and Elizabeth Feazell; and numerous
nieces, nephews and extended family.
A graveside service will be held at Sherwood Memorial Park on
Tuesday, May 7, 2013 at 11 am with Pastor Cameron Smith officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Salem
City, VA,
Obituary
Published in Roanoke Times on May 18, 2013
Ellen Louise Keene, 65, of Salem, went to be with the Lord on
Wednesday, May 15, 2013. She was born on July 8, 1947, in Buchanan County, and
was a Salem area resident for 46 years. She loved strawberries, and enjoyed
painting and drawing. She was loved by all who knew her and will be greatly
missed.
She was preceded in death by her father, Raymond Ellis Cantrell.
Family left to cherish her memory include her mother, Jeanette
Bucklen Cantrell; sons, Harold Keene, R. B. Keene, Markus Keene and his wife,
Crystal, and Paul Keene; daughter, Beverly Keene; brothers, Jeff Cantrell and
Greg Cantrell and his wife, Dookie; sisters,
Cheryl Smith and her husband, Tom, Jennifer Rife and her husband, Ralph, Althea
Hicks and her husband, Larry, and Marsha Blankenship;
seven grandchildren; and one great-grandchild.
The family will receive friends on Sunday, May 19, 2013, from 2 to
4 p.m. at John M. Oakey & Son Funeral Home in Salem and on Monday, May 20,
2013, from noon to 2 p.m. at Loggy Bottom Church, Rt. 638 in Pilgrims Knob,
with funeral services beginning at 2 p.m. Pastor Lawrence Horn will officiate.
Interment will follow at Ferrel Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Salem City, VA, Obituary
http://www.meaningfulfunerals.net/fh/obituaries/obituary.cfm?o_id=2363253&fh_id=12548
Robbie (Rob Zombie) Lee Shively, 25, of Salem, passed away on
Thursday, December 26, 2013 at 4:20 p.m. He graduated from Salem High School in
2007 and went on to pour himself into the music that he loved. He was a
fun-loving and kind-spirited person who always put others before himself.
Preceding him in death was his sister, Jessika Dooley.
His surviving family includes his great-grandmother, Phyllis
(Maw-Maw) Saunders; grandparents, Grey and Marilyn Flora, Jerry and Betty
Shively, Bruce and Gail MacFarland, and Donnie and Sandy Dooley; parents, Robin
and Jeff MacFarland and Bobby and Linda Shively; brothers, Eric J. Shively,
Matt Jordan, and Josh Stover; sisters, Brittany MacFarland, Robin Meyer,
Michelle Kelly, and Katie Kelly; uncles
and aunts, Rodger Saunders, Lee Dooley, Alan Blankenship,
Howard Shively, Becky and Nathan Hartless, and Donna Flournoy; nephew, Bentley
Graham; cousins, Josh and Ashley Roberts, and Timmy and Justin; and many other
family members and friends.
A memorial service celebrating Robbie’s life will be held on
Sunday, December 29, 2013 at 2 p.m. in the John M. Oakey & Son Chapel in
Salem.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Salem City, VA, Obituary
http://www.roanoke.com/obituaries/article_2279d7e8-d9db-5c65-b919-ac7ad7a4d1bc.html
Billy Keith Browning, Sr., 65, of Salem, passed away Monday,
December 30, 2013.
A retired U.S. Air Force veteran, he was
preceded in death by his father, Harold Browning and his son, Brian Browning.
He is survived by his wife, Connie Browning, of Salem; daughter,
Greta Browning, of Grundy; son, Billy Keith Jr. and Laura Browning, of Panama
City, Fla.; his mother, Melba Blankenship Browning, of Wytheville; stepdaughters and spouse,
Jenna and James Fidler, Roanoke, Shana Williams, Roanoke; sister and
brother-in-law, Rita and Clyde Mullins, of Wytheville; brother and
sister-in-law, Rex and Sherry Browning, of Wytheville; his grandchildren, Brian
Browning, Haley Posey, Bryce Browning.
Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Thursday, January 2, 2014, at
Liberty Hill Pentecostal Holiness Church, conducted by Pastor Bob Lewis. Burial
will follow in the A. F. Deel Cemetery, Haysi, VA, with full military honors.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Salem City, VA, Obituary
The Roanoke Times, (VA) - July 21, 2014
James (Jimmy) L. Reid, 61 of Salem, passed away Saturday, July 19,
2014 after a courageous year-long battle with cancer. He was born October 18,
1952 to the late Charles and Nellie Reid.
He was also preceded in death by his brother, Howard Reid; and
brother-in-law, David Pumphrey.
Family left to cherish his memory include his loving wife, Thea
Reid; sisters, Nancy Blankenship and husband
Donald, Nellie Pumphrey, Betty Lanham and husband
John, and Peggy Reid; brothers, David Reid and wife Brenda, Charles Reid and
wife Janet, and Roger Reid; and special nieces, nephews, great nieces, and
great nephews.
Jimmy was deeply loved and will be greatly missed. The family
wishes to express special thanks to Dr. Richard and his staff at Blue Ridge
Cancer Care and to Amedisys nurses Jewel, Jill, and Glenda for their loving
care.
The family will receive friends on Monday, July 21, 2014 from 12
until 2 p.m. at John M. Oakey & Son funeral home in Salem. A funeral
service to honor Jimmy's life will follow at 2 p.m. in the funeral home chapel
with Rev. Don Woodward officiating. Interment will follow in Sherwood Memorial
Park in Salem.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Scott
+2014, Nickelsville, Scott
Co., VA, Obituary
Bristol Herald Courier (VA) - February 22, 2014
Freddie Kenneth Street, 57, passed away peacefully in his sleep
surrounded by his loved ones Thursday, February 20, 2014, at the Wellmont
Holston Valley Medical Center [Kingsport, Sullivan Co., TN]. Freddie was born June 3, 1956, in
Grundy, VA, a son of the late Alvie Linkous Street and the late Virgie Blankenship Street. He was a retired Coal Miner.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son,
Christopher Street; two sisters, Phyllis Street, and Mildred Ratliff; and one
brother, Ricky Street.
Survivors include the mother of his children, Lula Street, Lebanon,
VA; two sons, Randy Street and wife, Georgette, Nickelsville, VA, and Jeff
Street, Castlewood, VA; step-mother, Velma "Granny" Lee Street,
Lebanon, VA; one sister, Geneva Blankenship , WV; two brothers, Ray Street, Maryland,
and Ronnie Street and wife, Reba, Belfast, VA; also several nieces and nephews.
The funeral service will be conducted 2 p.m. Monday, February 24,
2014, at the Combs Funeral Service Chapel with the Dr. Phil Kidd officiating.
Burial will follow at the Temple Hill Memorial Park in Castlewood.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Shenandoah
+2013, Strasburg, Shenandoah Co., VA, Obituary
Published in Northern Virginia Daily on Oct.
23, 2013
James Dale Stiltner, 66, a resident of Strasburg, VA passed away
Monday, October 21, 2103 at Winchester Medical Center, Winchester, [independent city, and county seat of
Frederick Co.],VA He was born in Grundy, Virginia on July 14, 1947 a son
of the late Christopher C. "Lum" and Beulah Childress Stiltner. He
was a devoted husband, Loving father, and proud grandfather.
A funeral service for Mr. Stiltner will be conducted at 11:00 A.M.
Friday, October 25, 2013 at Stover Memorial Chapel with Pastor Douglas Martin
officiating. Burial will follow in Fishers Hill Cemetery, Fishers Hill, VA
In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by siblings,
Becky Baldwin, Arlene Wheeler, Virgil Stiltner, and Randy Stiltner.
Survivors include his loving wife, Lou Ann Stiltner; a son, Timothy
Andrew "Andy" Stiltner and wife, Mandy and a granddaughter, Ellie
Larsyn Stiltner all of Strasburg, VA; siblings,
Jerry Stiltner, Judy Schubert, Larry Stiltner, John Stiltner, Diann Blankenship, Margaret Brown, Christopher Stiltner,
Mary Kay Pierce, and Jack Snyder; numerous nieces and nephews.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Woodstock, Shenandoah Co., VA, Obituary
Published in The Beaumont Enterprise on January 13, 2013
Kenneth H. Clingaman passed away, Wednesday, January 9, 2013, at
Greenfield Assisted Living Facility in Woodstock, Virginia, with his family by
his side, at the age of 91. He was born on February 2, 1921, in Denver,
Indiana, to the late Samuel and Bessie (Whitney) Clingaman.
Kenneth married Cleo M. Egolf on May 6, 1944; she predeceased him
on March 19, 1993. His second wife, Joyce Clingaman, predeceased him on January
31, 2005. Kenneth served in the United States Navy and later became a salesman.
Surviving are two children, Jackie (Lyle) Holmes of Mount Jackson,
Virginia and Jon K. Clingaman, Sr. of Orange, Texas; two daughters-in-law,
Jeannie Ross-Clingaman and Michelle Clingaman; eight grandchildren; Lyle
(Stacey) Holmes III; Christiana Collins; Stanley Holmes; Jon K. (Gayle)
Clingaman, Jr.; Jeffrey K. Clingaman; Blake L. Clingaman; Corey McMullen; and
Trey McMullen; ten great-grandchildren;
SPC Steven Holmes; Elizabeth Blankenship; Kade Holmes; Landon Holmes; Devan Holmes;
Corey Iglesias; Jesse Iglesias; Courtney Iglesias; Piper Ashworth; and Miller
Ashworth; one great-great-grandchild; Kyleigh Grace Hayzlett; and numerous
nieces and nephews.
He is predeceased by three brothers, Leon (Lavonne); Russell
(Marion); and Wendell (Maxine) Clingaman; two sisters, Lois (Don) Click and
Garnett (Jack) Dock.
A gathering of Mr. Clingaman's family and friends will begin at
12:00 p.m., with his funeral service at 2:00 p.m., Monday, January 14, 2013, at
Broussard's, 490 Cemetery Road, Silsbee, Texas. His interment will follow at
Resthaven Cemetery, Silsbee.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Smyth
+2014, Chilhowie, Smyth Co., VA, Death
http://farrisfuneralservice.com/sitemaker/sites/FARRIS1/obit.cgi?user=1351756Blankenship
Mrs. Alma L. Blankenship, age 80, passed away on Thursday, July 3, 2014, at Valley Health
Care in Chilhowie. Arrangements are incomplete at this time.
The family of Mrs. Blankenship is being cared for by Farris Funeral
Service & Crematory, 427 East Main Street, Abingdon, VA 24210, (276) 623-2700.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Chilhowie, Smyth Co., VA, Obituary
Bristol
Herald Courier (VA) - July 5, 2014
Alma L. Blankenship, age 80, passed
away on Thursday, July 3, 2014, at Valley Health Care in Chilhowie, VA She was born to the late Robert E. Lowe and Cora Porter Lowe
on August 9, 1933, in Austinville, VA
She worked as a librarian for the Wythe
County School System prior to relocating to Southwest Virginia in 1973. Locally
she served as the branch librarian for the Avoca Branch of the Bristol Public
Library in Bristol, Tenn., and was an active member of Abingdon Baptist Church
for many years.
In addition to her parents, Mrs.
Blankenship was also preceded in death by her son, David Mark Blankenship; two brothers,
Ellis Lowe and Elvis Lowe; and two sisters, Mildred Jackson and Louise Gore.
She is survived by her husband of
62 years, John D. Blankenship; son, Darrell S. Blankenship and wife, Debra,
of Abingdon, VA; two sisters-in-law, Betty Jo Lowe of Austinville, VA,
and Frances
Blankenship of Hillsville, VA; and numerous nieces and nephews.
A funeral ceremony will be held at 4 p.m.
Sunday at the Forest Hills Chapel of Farris Funeral Service, 19415 Lee Highway,
Abingdon, VA 24210, with Kim Robinette officiating. Interment will follow in
Forest Hills Memory Gardens.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Marion, Smyth Co., VA, Obituary
Bristol Herald Courier (VA) - June 12, 2013
Laura Elizabeth Dales Ward, age 29, passed Marion, VA away Sunday,
June 9, 2013, at Smyth County Community Hospital in Marion. She was born in
Richlands, VA, and was the daughter of Mona Marie Dowell of Pulaski, VA, and
Ralph Dales of Cedar Bluff, VA She was a class of 2000 graduate of Abingdon
High School in Abingdon, VA She was a typist for the
Trading Post in Pulaski. Beth was gifted with many artistic abilities. She
loved playing her guitar, drawing and painting. She especially enjoyed being a
makeup artist. She loved the outdoors and lived with a free spirit.
She was preceded in death by maternal grandparents, Spencer and
Virginia Dowell; paternal grandfather, Jarrett Dales and one uncle, David
Dales.
In addition to her parents, she is survived by her husband, Donny
Ward of Richmond, VA; one son, Elijah Reece Ward of Richmond; one sister, Jenny
Dales Koslow of Cedar Bluff; paternal grandmother, Evelyn Davis Dales of
Claypool Hill, VA; six aunts,
Carolyn Lowe, Marilyn Altizer, Sherry Jones, Joann Lindsay, Mary Jane Blankenship , Julia Ann Dowell;one uncle, William
Dowell; three cousins, Timothy Lowe, Nikki Elswick Jessee, Britt Altizer; special
friend, Whitney Mabe of Marion; and a host of cousins and friends also survive.
Funeral services for Laura Elizabeth Dales Ward will be conducted
Thursday, June 13, 2013, at 2 p.m. at Hurst-Scott Funeral Chapel, Richlands, VA,
with the Rev. Annette Warren officiating. Interment will follow at Greenhills
Memory Gardens, Claypool Hill. Pallbearers will be: Tim Lowe, Tim Altizer,
George Bowen, Timothy Lowe, and William Dowell.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Marion, Smyth Co., VA, Obituary
Bristol Herald Courier (VA) Date: June 11, 2014
Robert Lee Waskey Sr., 82, passed away Monday, June 9, 2014, at his
home in Marion, VA Mr. Waskey was born in Savage, Md., to the late Earnest
William Quinton Waskey Sr. and Mary Ethel Waskey.
He was a veteran of the U.S. Army and was a retired Washington DC
Metro bus driver.
Survivors include his wife of 52 years, Mary Waskey, Marion, VA;
three sons, Robert Lee Waskey Jr., Rural Retreat, VA, Earnest William Q.
Waskey, Marion, VA, and John Waskey, Prince Frederick, Md.; two daughters, Mary
Lee Waskey, Marion, VA, and Betty Jean Trotter, Huntingtown, Md.; grandchildren, Tanya Blankenship, Heather Sigworth, Kristy Waskey, Samantha
Sigworth, Leigha Waskey, Jayna Waskey, Rachel Trotter, and Michael Trotter; and
two great grandchildren, Kaitlynn Hunter and Hailee Hunter.
Funeral services will be held 7 p.m. Thursday June 12, 2014, at the
Bradley's Funeral Home in Marion with the Rev. Dennis Eller and the Rev. Joe
Powers officiating. A graveside services will be held 1 p.m. Saturday, June 14,
2014, at the George Washington National Cemetery in Adelphia, Ma., with military honors being rendered.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Saltville, Smyth
Co., VA, Obituary
Bristol Herald Courier (VA) Date: October 14, 2014
Reda Mullins Lee, 96, passed away Sunday, October 12, 2014, at
Valley Health Care Center in Chilhowie, [Smyth Co.], VA She was a
member of the First Christian Church in Saltville.
Reda was preceded in death by her husband, Robert E. Lee; two
brothers, Ted and Ron Mullins; and two sisters, Sybil McNew and Flonita Lawrence.
She is survived by two daughters, Shelby L. Smith, and Pat Maiden
and husband, Ted; sister, Zola Blankenship; three grandchildren, Waynie Smith and
wife, Donna, Kim Wynegar, and Keith Maiden; three great grandchildren, Jessica
Stevenson and husband, Chad, Hunter Wynegar, and Tawney Wynegar; great great
grandson, Colt Stevenson; and several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be conducted at 8 p.m. Wednesday, October 15,
2014, at Henderson Funeral Home in Saltville with the Rev. Joe Collins
officiating. Graveside services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, October 16,
2014, at Mount Rose Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Stafford
+2014, Aquia Harbour, Stafford Co., VA, Obituary
The Free Lance-Star, (Fredericksburg, VA) Date: December 19,
2014
Carole Lee Blankenship, 78, wife of Benjamin
R. Blankenship Jr. and
daughter of Francis Barton and Ethel Barton DiCicco, died Monday, Dec. 15,
2014, of complications following surgery.
A longtime resident of Aquia Harbour, she is survived by her husband of more than 58 years, Benjamin R. Blankenship
Jr.; children Benjamin
R. "Bud" Blankenship III, Robert Bruce
Blankenship and Tayler Martin;
grandchildren Melody Johnson, Kelly
Bryant, Robby Blankenship , Benjamin R. "Jamie" Blankenship IV and Jason Blankenship .
Her great-grandchildren are Alana Badalucco, Gracie Bryant, Henry Bryant and
Devynn and Lilith Johnson. She is also survived by a brother, Bruce Barton, and
a sister, JoAnn Diorio, who live in the Chicago metropolitan area.
She was a member of St. William of York Catholic Church. In her
later years in Aquia Harbour, she was provided in-home caregiving service by
Fran Milligan, who soon became her best friend, as well. Carole Lee, confined
largely to a wheelchair in recent years, and Fran were nevertheless frequent
patrons of North Stafford shops and restaurants, enjoying numerous
acquaintances.
A Mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Monday, Dec. 22, at St.
William of York Catholic Church, 3130 Jefferson Davis Highway, Stafford. Burial will be private at Quantico National
Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Suffolk City
2013, Suffolk City, VA, Obituary
Published in The Virginian Pilot on February 27,
2013
Vernetha J. "Granny" Hart, 90, of the 4700 block of
Camellia Drive, passed away on Friday, February 22, 2013 in Norfolk. She was
born in Scotland Neck, NC and was a retired Playground Director for the City of
Portsmouth Recreational Department.
Vernetha was preceded in death by her husband, Herbert L. Hart,
mother and father: Betsy Clark Jones and John Thomas Jones; brothers: Clarence
L. Jones and Henry Clark; sisters: Corine Hill and Rebecca Louise Hopkins; daughters:
Beverly Ann Speaker and Phyllis Hart and great-grandchildren: T. J. Hughes,
Daniel DeBram and Serina Lee.
Survivors include five daughters:
Carolyn Vinson (Ray) of Portsmouth; Julia Ames (Broderick) of Suffolk; Yvonne
Mercado of Portsmouth; LaVerne Vick of San Antonio, TX and Marie Blankenship (Tommie) of
Gravette, AR; one son, Herbert L. Hart of Portsmouth; one sister, Annie
Williams; one brother, Lewis Jones; 14 grandchildren; 37 great-grandchildren
and 9 great-great grandchildren.
A funeral service will be held on Friday, March 1 at 11AM at
Corprew Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Charles Beamon presiding. Burial will
follow in Olive Branch Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Suffolk City, VA, Obituary
Published in The Virginian Pilot on February 28,
2013
Marshall Lee "Junior" Bryant, Jr., age 74, passed away February 26,
2013. He was born June 2, 1938 to Marshall Lee Bryant, Sr. and Frances Gay
Bryant.
He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Shirley Parker Bryant; daughters, Jody Blankenship (Jack), Kim B.
Opauski, and Tracy B. Vick all of Suffolk; grandchildren,
Jason Blankenship (Amanda), Jessica Hunt, Jennifer Opauski,
Michael Opauski, Daniel Underwood, Chad Winslow, and Kasey Winslow; great
grandchildren, Alexis, Chloe`, Austin, Zayne, Ayden, Tristan, Lily; brother,
S.T. Bryant of Windsor; and a host of nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by brothers, Robert L. Bryant, Sr., Jimmy N.
Bryant, Sr., William R. Bryant, Sr., and Rawls E. Bryant; sister, Rosa Jean
Bryant; and stepfather, Roy E. Atkins.
Junior was a member of Antioch Church in Windsor, VA He was one of
the original members of the Nansemond River Boys. He loved to play the banjo, he had a great love for working on John Deere
tractors and equipment. He most enjoyed working in his garage and outdoors. He
was a dear husband, father, brother, and friend to many. He will be greatly
missed by his family and they are left with the fondest of memories.
A funeral service will be held Friday, March 1, 2013 at 2 p.m. at Parr
Funeral Home & Crematory with Rev. Mark Habecker officiating. Burial will
follow at Holly Lawn Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Western Tidewater, Suffolk City, VA, Obituary
The Virginian-Pilot, (Norfolk, VA) - July 19, 2014
Henry Harold Stiltner, 72, went to be with his Lord and Savior
Jesus, July 17, 2014. Born December 25, 1941 in Hurley,
Virginia to Henry Stiltner and Vicey Stiltner Smith.
He retired as the owner of Henry Stiltner Trucking, Inc. Henry was
a member and Deacon of the Little Vine Baptist Church, Welch, West Virginia.
Henry was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Harry and Lee
Roy Stiltner; sister, Marie McCracken; and granddaughter, Tyler Lynne Wooster.
Henry is survived by his wife of 52 years, Edith Stiltner; son and
daughter-in-law, Randy and Robin Justus; daughters and sons-in-law, Susan and
Doug Lininger, DeAnna Lawrence and Wendell Parker; brothers, Carl Stiltner, Elmer Blankenship,
and Jack Keen; eight grandchildren; eight great grandchildren; and numerous
nieces and nephews.
A funeral service will be held Monday, July 21, 2014 at 1 p.m. at
Parr Funeral Home & Crematory, 3515 Robs Dr., Suffolk, VA 23434 with Rev.
Ron Carr and Rev. Ray Altizer officiating. Burial will follow at Woodland United
Methodist Church.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Tazewell
+2013, Baptist Valley, Tazewell Co., VA, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) - October 2, 2013
Janet Evelyn McGlothlin, age 84 of Baptist Valley, VA, passed away,
Tuesday, October 1, 2013 at the Maple Grove Nursing Home in Lebanon, [Russell
Co.,] VA following a brief
illness. She was born in Cedar Bluff, VA and was the daughter of the late,
Shuler and Amy O. Lowe Williams.
Janet was a loving mother who dedicated her life to caring for her
family. She enjoyed crocheting, and was of the belief that cleanliness was next
to godliness when it came to her home. Janet was of the Protestant faith and
was a lifetime resident of the area.
She was preceded in death by her loving husband of almost 65 years,
Junior C. McGlothlin. Those who remain to carry on her spirit are her daughter,
Janet Lovonne M. Little and husband, Thomas of Baptist Valley, VA; sons, Johnny
McGlothlin of Baptist Valley, VA and Daniel McGlothlin of Baptist Valley, VA; sisters, Thelma L. Linkous of Baptist
Valley, VA, Phyllis Blankenship of Richlands, VA and Loretta Keen of
Richlands, VA; brother, Jerry Williams of Baptist Valley, VA; two
grandchildren, Beth Evelyn and Janet Andrea; along with a host of family and
friends.
A Committal Service for Janet Evelyn McGlothlin will be conducted
at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, October 4, 2013 at the Greenhills Memory Gardens
Mausoleum in Claypool Hill, VA with the Reverend Max Linkous officiating.
Entombment will follow.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Bluefield, Tazewell Co., VA, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) - January 10, 2013
Nancy White Williams Blankenship, of Bluefield, Virginia and a winter resident of Tampa, Florida,
passed away Monday, January 7, 2013, in Tampa
[Hillsborough Co., FL]. She was born in Richlands, Virginia and
was the only child of the late Robert Lee (R. L.) and Maude Duncan Williams.
She lived in Cedar Bluff, Virginia until relocating to Bluefield,
Virginia in 1962. She was a class of 1947 graduate of Richlands High School.
She attended Peace College in Raleigh, North Carolina and graduated from
Virginia Intermont in Bristol, Virginia. Nancy taught 4th grade at Cedar Bluff
Elementary until her daughter was born. She was a past member of Cedar Bluff
Presbyterian Church, charter member of Fincastle Presbyterian Church and
current member of Graham Presbyterian Church.
She is survived by: One daughter: Anne Karen Yost and husband,
Larry of Tampa, Florida; two sons: A Kyle Blankenship and wife, Lisa of Amelia, Virginia, Robert W. Blankenship and wife, Vivian of Max Meadows, Virginia;
seven grandchildren: Mia Walk-Hardy
and husband, Rick of Portsmouth, Virginia, Lee D. Yost and wife, Kimberly of
Tampa, Florida, Ashley
Blankenship and Audrey Blankenship of Richmond, Virginia, Sara Blankenship and Rachel Blankenship
of Max Meadows, Virginia, Kevin Sword of Draper, Virginia; seven great-grandchildren: Hayden Yost and Jordan Yost of Tampa, Florida,
Anthony Morris, Zachary Morris, McKenzie Wright, Isaiah Blankenship and Isaac Smith of Max Meadows, Virginia. Several cousins, close
friends and former 4th grade students also survive her.
Graveside services for Nancy White Williams Blankenship will be conducted Saturday, January 12, 2013 at 2:00 p.m. at
Greenhills Memory Gardens Mausoleum #4 at Claypool Hill, Virginia with Terry
Morris and the Rev. William Lively officiating. Interment will follow.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Bluefield, Tazewell Co., VA, Obituary
Princeton Times (WV) - April 28, 2013
Helen Minnie Belcher White, 95, of 137 Cottage Street, Bluefield, VA,
died Thursday, April 25, 2013 at home. She was born in Kegley, WV to the late
William Burl and Minnie Duncan Belcher.
She was a member of the First United Methodist Church. She was also
a member of the Wayfarers Sunday School Class, the Friendship Club, RSVP and
Senior Friends. She was a former resident of Princeton, WV and Tazewell, VA She was a former employee of General Instrument, JC Penney
and in later years of Clinch Valley Community Action in Tazewell.
She was preceded in death by three sisters, Pansy Neal, Ruth Blankenship
and Ruby Helms; four brothers, George, Carl, Roy and Clarence (Buster); her
daughter, Claudette Robinson; her daughters-in-law, Marjean and June;
son-in-law, James Robinson.
She is survived by four sons, Bobby White of Bradenton, Fla., John
White of Bluefield, VA, Jack White of Virginia Beach, Jerry White and wife
Nancy of Raleigh, N.C.; 11 grandchildren, Judy Francis, Bob White Jr., Beth
Jaworski, Bryan Robinson, Cindy Pearce, Jenny Lowe, Kim Clem, Kollette Henry,
C.J. White Jr., Mark White and Susan Pullium; 23 great-grandchildren; seven
great great-grandchildren; one sister, Wilma Thorne of Ft. Washington, Md.; a
host of nieces and nephews to whom she was very close and her caregivers, Jo
Ann Massey, Debbie Bennett and the staff of Total Home Care and Hospice.
Funeral services for Mrs. White will be held Monday, May 6, 2013 at
11:00 a.m. at First United Methodist Church in Bluefield, VA Dr. Brad Scott,
pastor of First United Methodist Church assisted by Dr. Don Scott will conduct
the services. Music will be provided by Bill Elliot and vocals by Peggy Scott.
Burial will follow at Maple Hill Cemetery in Bluefield,
VA Grandsons will serve as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers will be Ted Yost,
Harmon Sexton, Ervin Rich, Roscoe Matney and Bob Clendenen.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Bluefield, Tazewell
Co., VA, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) - January 10, 2014
Fred Eugene Neel, 80, of 118 Wicker Lane, Bluefield, VA, passed
away Thursday, January 9, 2014 at Bluefield Regional Medical Center. He was
born in Tazewell, VA and was the son of the late William Newton and Lena Marie
Bennett Neel.
He was a driver for Nehi Bottling Company. Mr. Neel enjoyed
gardening, carpentry, woodwork, and playing his banjo.
Those left to cherish his memory are his son, Michael Neel of
Roxboro, NC and his daughter, Michelle Smith and husband Stephen from
Duncannon, PA; sisters, Mary Belle
Stowers of Bluefield, VA, Edith
Blankenship and husband Richard of
Bastian, VA, Georgia Durham of Bluefield, VA; brother, James Edward Neel of
Bluefield, VA; grandchildren, Rebekah, Julia, Aaron and Emma Smith, and Michael
Eugene Neel, Jr.; great-grandchildren, Jaden, Abby, Ashton and Aubrey Neel.
A service to celebrate Mr. Neel's life will be held Saturday,
January 11, 2014 at 2:00 p.m. at Dudley Memorial Chapel with Pastor Paul Looney
officiating. Burial will follow in Grandview Memory Gardens with family and
friends serving as pallbearers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Public Records; https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/KYWW-H9V
Richard M Blankenship, b.21Nov1940, Residence; Bastian, VA, Relatives; Edith N Blankenship
+2014, Bluefield, Tazewell Co., VA, Obituary
http://www.bdtonline.com/obituaries/article_17163ce0-5002-11e4-ad2a-cfadf9f3c255.html
Linda Sesco Hylton, 64, of West Cumberland Rd., Bluefield, VA went
home peacefully to be with her Lord Jesus on Thursday, October 9, 2014
following a long and spirited battle with cancer. Born June 2, 1950 in
Bluefield, WV, she was the daughter of the late Charlie G. Whitlow and Goldie Blankenship Whitlow.
In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by one
grandson William "Chip" Sesco. Linda attended Bluefield Community
Church and had worked as a realtor for Cornerstone Realty. She was also
Co-owner/Operator of Hyco Trucking and Hyco Properties of Bluefield, VA Linda
and husband Steve loved to travel. From Hawaii, Alaska, to
the Caribbean and many points in-between. She adventured, loved life,
and led her family with wisdom, compassion and love.
Left to cherish her memory are her loving husband of 36 years,
Stephen N. Hylton; two sons, William "Chuck" Sesco of Bluefield, VA
and Kenneth Lynn Sesco and wife Missy of Bluefield, VA; stepson, John Hylton
and wife Melissa of Floyd, VA; four grandsons, Christopher and Matthew Sesco,
Michael Munson and Gabe Sesco; one granddaughter, Tori Sesco; and two great
granddaughters, Cali and Sirena Sesco.
Funeral services will be conducted on Sunday, October 12, 2014 from
the Mercer Funeral Home Chapel in Bluefield, WV at 3:00 PM with Pastor Doug
McDaniel officiating. Entombment will follow at Grandview Memory Gardens
Mausoleum in Bluefield, VA
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Bluefield, Tazewell Co., VA, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) Date: November 27, 2014
Ollie Ruth Woodall, 91 of Bluefield, VA (Abbs Valley) passed away
Monday, November 24, 2014 at Bluefield Regional Medical Center in Bluefield, [Mercer Co.,] WV. She passed peacefully on what would
have been her 72nd wedding anniversary with her late husband Kenneth Edwin
Woodall. Born in Lincoln County, WV she was the daughter of the late Clarence
and Rachel Bell.
Ollie worked for Cumberland Care for thirteen years and also worked
as a homemaker. She was a member of the Boissevain Baptist Church in Boissevain, VA She was a special blessing to her family who
was lovingly devoted to her.
In addition to her parents Ollie is preceded in death by her dear
husband Kenneth Edwin Woodall; two grandsons, Robert Dale Woodall and David
Matthew Hall; one granddaughter Lisa Diane Andress Sager; two brothers, Julius
and Ancil Bell and three sisters, Juanita Bell, Marie Bell and Mary Alice Bell
Hall.
Survivors include five children, Kenneth Melvin Woodall and wife
Joanne of Feasterville, PA, Betsy Harriet Andress and husband Bruce of Lusby,
MD, Timothy Edwin Woodall and wife Ruth of Bluefield, VA, Denise Lynn Hall and
husband Lloyd of Bluefield, VA and Donna Dean Oster and husband Jeff of
Bluefield, VA; sister Anna Elizabeth Bell Blankenship of Abbs Valley, VA and many grandchildren
and great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held Saturday November 29, 2014 at 2:00 pm
at the Boissevain Baptist Church in Boissevain, VA with the Rev. Reginald
Blakewood and Rev. Danny Shortridge officiating. Interment will follow at
Grandview Memory Gardens in Bluefield, VA Pallbearers
will be family and friends. Treat your parents with loving care...For you will
only know their value, when you see their empty chair.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Cedar Bluff, Tazewell Co., VA, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) - January 3, 2013
Frances Helton Alsbrook, age 82, of Cedar Bluff, VA, passed away on
Tuesday, Jan. 1, 2013 at Golden Age Retirement Home, Claypool Hill, VA She was
born in Tazewell County, Virginia and was the daughter of the late Lloyd and
Lottie Clay Helton. She had worked as an LPN at the Mattie Williams Hospital in
Richlands, VA She was a lifelong resident of the Cedar
Bluff area.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her
husband of 35 years, Kenneth Isaac Alsbrook; one brother and three sisters.
Those who remain to carry on her spirit are her daughter, Alma Lowe
of Richlands, VA, sons, Richard Alsbrook of Richlands, VA, Kenneth Alsbrook and
wife Peggy of Richlands, VA, Lonnie Alsbrook of Richlands, VA, and Darrell
Alsbrook of Richlands, VA; sister, Delores Ellis and husband Fred of Princeton;
grandchildren, Rick Alsbrook of
Baptist Valley, VA, Vanessa Alsbrook of Baptist Valley, VA, Jessica Blankenship and husband Eddie of
Kingsport, Tenn., Jason Alsbrook of Richlands, VA Donita Presnell and husband
Jeff, of Johnson City, Tenn., Travis Lowe and wife Jessi of Cedar Bluff, VA,
Chad Lowe of Cedar Bluff, VA, Eric Alsbrook and wife Kathryn of Bristol, Tenn.,
and Jeremy Alsbrook of S.C.; and eleven great-grandchildren and a host of
family and friends also survive her.
A graveside service for Frances Helton Alsbrook will be conducted
Friday, Jan. 4, 2013 at 1 p.m. at the Greenhills Memory Gardens Mausoleum in
Claypool Hill, VA with the Rev. Jerry Barrett officiating. Interment will
follow. Grandsons will be serving as pallbearers.
+2013, Cedar Bluff, Tazewell Co., VA, Obituary
http://www.hurstscottfuneralhomes.com/obituaries/Dorothy-Blankenship/#/Obituary
Dorothy Jane Blankenship, age 70 [1943], of Cedar Bluff, Virginia died Wednesday, January 16,
2013, at Golden Age Assisted Living Facility, at Claypool Hill, Virginia
following a long-term illness. She was born in Buchanan County, Virginia and
was the daughter of the late Frank and Carrie Edwards Stout. She was a homemaker and lived most of her
life in the Cedar Bluff area. She was of the Pentecostal faith.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two
sisters, Ethel Stout and Gaye Street; one brother, Joe Stout.
She is survived by: Her Husband
of 51 years, James H. “Rabbit”
Blankenship, Her Nephew,
Rodney Stout, whom she loved as a son, his wife, Shelly Stout and their son,
Jordan Stout. Three Sisters: Wilma Stout of Abingdon, Virginia, Helen Stout of
Abingdon, Virginia, Shirley Stout of Abingdon, Virginia. One Brother: John
Stout and wife, Barbara of Havelock, North Carolina. One
Niece, Lois Street. Five Nephews:David Stout,
Brad Stout, Glenn Street, Roger Stout and Bill Stout
Graveside committal services for Dorothy Jane Blankenship will be conducted Friday, January 18, 2013 at 1:00 pm at
Greenhills Memory Gardens at Claypool Hill, Virginia with Rev. Jerry Harman
officiating. Interment will follow. Pallbearers will be: Glenn Street, David
Stout, Brad Stout, John Hess, and Jerry Compton.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Cedar Bluff, Tazewell Co., VA, Obituary
Princeton Times (WV) - March 8, 2013
James H. "Rabbit" Blankenship, age 73, of Cedar Bluff, Virginia went to
be with the Lord on Thursday, March 7, 2013 at Golden Age Memory Care Facility,
Claypool Hill, Virginia following an
extended illness. He was born in Buchanan County, Virginia and was the son of
the late David and Nora Bailey Blankenship. He was a coal miner and retired from Island Creek Coal Company
No. 4. He was a member of UMWA Local No. 1807. He was of the Pentecostal Faith.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 53 years, Dorothy Jane Stout Blankenship; two sisters, Faye Street
and Lucy Belcher; and three brothers, Patton, Ovil
"Badeye", and Arthur " Mousie"
Blankenship .
He is survived by his nephew, Rodney Stout, whom he loved as a son,
his wife, Shelly Stout and their son, Jordan Stout; three sisters, Ruby Cox and husband, Emory, of Oakwood,
Virginia, Trula Harman and husband, Clyde, of Oakwood,
Virginia, Dorothy Harman and husband, Ken ,of Tazewell,
Virginia; two brothers, David Junior (June) Blankenship and
wife, Barbara, of Oakwood, Virginia, Bill Blankenship
and wife, Jean, of Norton, Virginia; several nieces and nephews also survive
along with a host of family and friends.
Funeral services will be conducted Friday, March 8, 2013, at 7:00
p.m. at the Hurst-Scott Funeral Chapel in Richlands, Virginia with the Rev.
Jerry Harman officiating. Interment will follow at Greenhills Memory Gardens
Mausoleum at Claypool Hill, Virginia on Saturday, March 9, 2013. Pallbearers will be: Jordan Stout, J.
T. Harman, Larry Blankenship, Donnie Belcher, Ronnie Belcher, Jeff Blankenship, Ricky Blankenship,
Glen Street, Jerry Compton and John Hess.
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+2013, Cedar Bluff, Tazewell Co., VA, Obituary
http://www.hurstscottfuneralhomes.com/obituaries/Hassel-Blankenship/#!/Obituary
Mr. Hassel Arthur Blankenship, age 91, of
Cedar Bluff, Virginia, passed away Thursday, October 31, 2013 at the home of
his daughter, Phyllis Mitchell in Pounding Mill, Virginia. He was born in Paynesville, West
Virginia and was the son of the late General and Rachel Lester Parker Blankenship.
He was a loving father, grandfather,
great grandfather, and a friend to all. He was a faithful member and Deacon of
the Bandy Chapel Church. He enjoyed playing the harmonica at church every
Sunday.
In addition to his parents, he was
preceded in death by his wife, Nannie May Barnes Blankenship; sons, Arthur Hassel
Blankenship, Jr. and James Fred Blankenship; brothers, Charlie Parker, Luther Blankenship, and Haze Blankenship; sisters,
Lou Church Matney, Dolly Harrison, Laura Mullins, Stella Lester Martin; Grandparents,
Elder C.A. Lester and Jane Barker Lester and Raleigh Blankenship and Rebecca Boney
Blankenship; and several half brothers and sisters. He was the last surviving member
of his immediate family.
Survivors Are: Daughter: Phyllis Mitchell and
husband, Randal of Claypool Hill, Virginia; Daughter-in-Law: Mary Lynn
Blankenship of Swords Creek, Virginia; Grandchildren: Jamey Blankenship and fiancé,
Michele Martin of Asheville, NC; Todd Blankenship and wife,
Jessica of Johnson City, TN; Shawn Mitchell and wife, Ashley of Broadlands, VA;
and Bryan Mitchell of Claypool Hill, Virginia; Great Grandchildren: Evan Blankenship, Ava Blankenship, Bella Mitchell,
and Olive Mitchell
Funeral services will be conducted
Sunday, November 3, 2013 at 11:00am at the Hurst-Scott Funeral Chapel in
Richlands, Virginia with the Rev. Barry Jessee and Rev. Walter Jessee
officiating. Interment will follow at Greenhills Memory Gardens at Claypool
Hill, Virginia. Pallbearers will be: Eddie Jessee, Woody Grindstaff, Alan
Honaker, Walton Honaker, Tim Jessee, Dave Curry, Jim Steele, and Doug Steele.
Honorary Pallbearers will be: Ron Moore, Fred Deel, Randy Matney, Bill Shook,
Larry Meadows, Leo Barnett, Baylor Guy, George Barnett, and Jerry Settle.
2014, Falls Mills, Tazewell Co., VA, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) Date: November 18, 2014
Geary Filmore Martin, 61, of 131 Debra Road, Falls Mills, VA, died
early Saturday morning, November 15, 2014 at home surrounded by his loving
family. Born June 26, 1953 in Bluefield, WV, he was the son of Walter and
Evelyn Pruett Martin of Falls Mills, VA
He was a graduate of Graham High School, Class of 1971. Geary
enjoyed hunting. From an early age, he enjoyed building and racing dirt track
cars. He was a loving son, father, pawpaw and a great pawpaw.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Walter and Ella
Martin Sr. and Elgin and Vicie Pruett and a granddaughter, Montana Rose Martin.
Those left to cherish his memory include his parents, June and
Evelyn Martin; daughter, Missy Martin; son, Shane Martin; grandchildren, Kalop
and Katlynn Riffe, McKinley, Ryland and Madalynne Cogar; great-grandchildren,
Emberlin Riffe and Kaci Quesenberry; very special aunts, Ruth Ruble and Betty Blankenship;
the mother of his children and a lifelong friend, Donna Martin Jones.
A service to celebrate Geary's life will be held Wednesday,
November 19, 2014 at 11:00 A.M. at the Falls Mills United Methodist Church with
the Rev. Ken Sprinkle and the Rev. Ted Anders officiating. Burial will follow
at Grandview Memory Gardens. Serving as pallbearers will be, Keith Janutolo,
Keith Bennett, Jeff Glass, CE Sarver, Shane Martin and Nick Jones. Honorary
pallbearers are Kalop Riffe, Ryland Cogar, Bobby Lowe and Frank Roop.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Jewell Ridge,,
Tazewell Co., VA,
Obituary
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/124288441/thelma-blankenship
Thelma Short Blankenship, age 83, of
Jewell Ridge, Virginia, passed away on Thursday, January 27, 2014 at Clinch
Valley Medical Center in Richlands, Virginia. She was born in Richlands,
Virginia and was the daughter of the late Robert and Pluma Mullins Short.
She was a former nurse at Clinch Valley
Clinic. She was a dedicated mother who spent her life taking care of her family
and others. She was a lifelong resident of the area.
In addition to her parents, she was
preceded in death by her husband, Eulis Clifford
Blankenship; and one brother, Gratho Short.
She is survived by: One Daughter: Tamie Reedy and
husband, Phillip of Wardell, Virginia. One Son Thomas
Blankenship of Jewell Ridge, Virginia. One Sister: Shirley Burden
of California. Six Brothers: Paul Short of Grundy, Virginia, Marvie Short of
Harmon, Virginia, Gerald Short of Roanoke, Virginia, Terry Short of Big Prater,
Virginia, Bobby Short of Georgia, Harold Short of Bedford, Virginia. Two
Grandchildren: Jessica Bellows and Jennie Settle. One Great Grandchildren:
Brandon Bellows
Funeral services will be conducted
Thursday, January 30, 2014 at 2:00 pm at Hurst-Scott Funeral Chapel in
Richlands, Virginia with Rev. Eddie Hess officiating. Interment will follow at
Clinch Valley Memorial Cemetery at Richlands, Virginia. Pallbearers will be:
Relatives and friends.
+2014, Raven, Tazewell Co., VA, Obituary
Princeton Times (WV) - May 9, 2014
Earnest Theo White, Sr. died peacefully at home on Thursday, May 8,
2014 after a long illness. Born August 22, 1943, he was the son of the late
James and Stella White. He was a lover of the outdoors. He loved fishing and
hunting, gardening and spending time with his wife and family.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one great
grandson.
He is survived by his wife, Norma Jean Cline White; his children,
Earnest White, Jr. of Boyce, VA, Brian White of Whitewood, VA, David Harris of
Knoxville, TN and Beth Nichols of Raven, VA; four siblings, Debbie Horn, Mildred Street, Roberta Matney and Marie Blankenship; 7 grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren.
Funeral services will be conducted at 2:00 P.M. Saturday (today),
May 10, 2014 with Pastor Dennis White officiating. Entombment will follow in
the Greenhills Memory Gardens Mausoleum at Claypool Hill, Virginia. Pallbearers
will be Aaron White, Ricky Nichols, Jr., Shannon Nichols, Bernard Cline, Kenneth
Street and Seth Street. Honorary pallbearers will be Calvin Baldwin, Rondal
Nichols, Zachary Wimmer and Channing Wimmer.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Richlands, Tazewell Co., VA, Obituary
Bristol Herald Courier (VA) - January 12, 2014
Gary Donald Street, age 61, of Richlands, VA, passed away Friday,
January 10, 2014, at his home. He was born February 26, 1952, in Grundy, VA,
and was the son of the late George and Lethia Blankenship Street. He was a lifelong resident of the area.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two infant
siblings.
He is survived by two sisters, Judy Conley and husband Gregory, of
Richlands, VA, Lorraine Altizer and husband Roger, of Tazewell, VA; one niece,
Drema Schweingruber; three nephews, Dean Anderson, Shawn Altizer, Bobby
Altizer; one great-niece, Alexis May; two great-nephews, Jordan May Logan
Altizer; and a host of extended family and friends also survive Mr. Street.
Funeral services for Gary Donald Street will be conducted Monday,
January 13, 2014, at 11 a.m. at the Hurst-Scott Funeral Chapel in Richlands, VA,
with the Rev. Otis Musick officiating. Interment will follow at the Street
Family Cemetery, Garden Creek, VA Pallbearers will be Scott Schweingruber, Jordan May, Dean Anderson, Shawn Altizer, Hershel Street,
and Paul Street.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Richlands, Tazewell
Co., VA, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) - February 15, 2014
Edward Clay Barber, age 58, of Richlands, Virginia passed away on
Thursday, February 13, 2014 at his home in Hidden Valley, Richlands, Virginia
surrounded by his family. He was our cherished and beloved father,
husband, brother, uncle and friend. He was born in Richwood, West Virginia and
was the son of the late J. C. and Garnet Sneed Barber.
Edward was a graduate of Richlands High School and a Bachelor of
Arts from ETSU in Johnson City, Tennessee. He was a salesman in the Mining
Industry where he previously worked at Joy Manufacturing, Jewell Smokeless,
Ingersoll Rand, Electroquip and most recently, American Mine Research. He was
an avid golfer being a member of the Tazewell County Country Club and he was a
longtime resident of the area.
He is survived by: His wife, Peggy Barber. One daughter: Jill
Barber Blankenship and husband, Derick of
Raleigh, North Carolina. One son: Jason Clay Barber of Richlands, Virginia. One
sister: Nancy Meadows of Nashville, Tennessee. One brother: J C Barber and
wife, Sharon of Beckley, West Virginia. One nephew: Thomas Meadows and wife, Dottie
of Nashville, Tennessee. Three nieces: Julie Nagy and husband, Dan of Raleigh,
North Carolina, Jann O'Hara and husband, Chris of Morgantown, West Virginia,
Jennifer Manchau and husband, Doug of Morgantown, West Virginia. Great nieces
and nephews: Kortney Brus of Wilmington, North Carolina, Sarah Meadows of
Nashville, Tennessee, Sean Meadows of Nashville, Tennessee, Jenna and Justin
Nagy of Raleigh, North Carolina, Julianna and Jessica Manchau of Morgantown,
West Virginia. His two dogs that he loved: Jager and Boomer.
Funeral services will be 2:00 pm on Sunday, February 16, 2014 at
the Hurst-Scott Funeral Chapel in Richlands, Virginia with the Rev. Larry David
Ratliff and the Rev. Betzy Elifrits Warren officiating. Interment will follow
at Greenhills Memory Gardens, Claypool Hill, Virginia. Pallbearers will be:
Dailey "Buck" Bucklen, Dale Conn, Gerald Ramsey, Kenneth
"Butch" Reed, Robert "Bob" Saxton and Larry Worrell.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Richlands, Tazewell Co., VA, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) - March 1, 2014
Grover (G.W.) Walter Jones, age 62, of Richlands, Virginia, passed
away Thursday, February 27, 2014 at his home following a lengthy illness. He
was born in Buchanan County and was the son of the late Flem A. and Maggie
Wimmer Jones.
He had made his home in both the Buchanan and Tazewell County areas
all of his life and was a 1970 graduate from Whitewood High School. He worked
many years in the coal mines before becoming disabled.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one son,
Daniel Lee Jones; one sister, Erma Nell Buress; and three brothers, Donald Ray,
John L. Benton, and Albert Jones.
Survivors are: Fiancée and best friend of 21 years, Teresa Strouth
of Richlands, VA Three sisters: Nadine Hornsby of Flatwood, Kentucky, Linda
Bowman and husband, Wayne of Bassett, Virginia, Bernie Delk and husband, Kermit
of Springfield, Ohio. One brother: Jimmy D. Jones of Bassett, Virginia. One
grandson: Joshua Jones of Richlands, Virginia. One granddaughter: Raegan
Strouth of Falls Mills, VA Two stepsons: Brad Strouth and wife, Martha of Falls
Mills, VA, Kyle Strouth of Falls Mills, VA Several
nieces and nephews also survive.
Funeral services for Grover Jones will be conducted Sunday, March
2, 2014 at 2:00 pm at the Hurst-Scott Funeral Chapel in Richlands, Virginia
with the Rev. Troy Lester and Rev. Ray Craiger officiating. Interment will
follow at the Wimmer-Blankenship
Cemetery on Compton Mtn. near
Whitewood, Virginia. Pallbearers will be: Darrell Jones, Jr. Blevins, J.R.
Jones, John Jones, Brad Strouth, and Kyle Strouth. Honorary pallbearer will be
Dr. Anthony Rasi.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Richlands, Tazewell Co., VA, Obituary
Bristol Herald Courier (VA) - June 2, 2014
Edith E. Osborne, 95, of Richlands, Virginia, died Saturday, May
31, 2014, at Abingdon Health and Rehab Center in Abingdon, [Washington
Co.,] VA She was born in
Tazewell County, Virginia, the daughter of the late Muncy Lee and Bonnie
"Pink" Rasnake Johnson.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her
husband, King D. Osborne; one daughter, Sonja Minnick; three sisters, Cutie Coxton, Shirley Keen, Dorothy Blankenship; two brothers, Ellis Johnson, Buck
Johnson; and one grandson, David Burwell.
Survivors include four daughters, Shelvie Crawford of Abingdon,
Virginia, Ann Mutter and husband, Darrell, of Cedar Bluff, Virginia, Judy
Osborne of Galax, Virginia, Debbie Elswick and husband, John, of Abingdon,
Virginia; two sons, Darry Osborne of Richlands, Virginia, Joe Osborne and wife,
Wilma Jean, of Deland, Florida; two brothers, Howard "Buddy" Johnson
of Ft. Meyers, Florida, Steve Horton of Pikeville, Kentucky; fifteen
grandchildren, twenty-six great-grandchildren, and eight great-great- grandchildren
also survive.
Funeral services for Edith E. Osborne will be conducted 2 p.m.
Wednesday, June 4, 2014, at the Hurst-Scott Funeral Chapel in Richlands, VA,
with the Rev. Jimmy Cox officiating. Interment will follow at the Clinch Valley
Memorial Cemetery in Richlands, Virginia. Grandsons and great- grandsons will
serve as pallbearers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Tazewell, Tazewell Co., VA, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) - July 24, 2013
The Reverend Franklin D. Hale, Tazewell, VA — Born September 9,
1936 in Jewell Ridge, VA he was a son of the late Estil Willie Hale and Ocie Mae Blankenship Hale. He was a loving husband of fifty seven
years and a wonderful father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and
friend.
Frank was a member of the Tazewell Family Worship Center and a
member of the Pentecostal Ministerial Association of America. He was a US Navy
Veteran and longtime member of the Great Smoky Mountains Volunteer Programs. He
traveled many mountains preaching and singing for the Lord. He will be missed
by family and friends alike.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one son,
Mitchell Alan Hale; two sisters, Daisy Cox and Athalie Elswick.
He is survived by his wife, Wilma Hale; three brothers, Carl Hale
of Oakwood, VA, Elmer Hale of Cedar Bluff, VA, and Don Hale of Baptist Valley,
VA; two sons, Christopher Hale and wife, Sherry of Tazewell, VA and Brian Paul
Hale and wife, Susan of North Tazewell, VA; seven grandchildren, Aaron Hale and
wife, Kelly of Tazewell, VA, Heather Peoples and husband, Rodney of Alabama,
Dedra Owens and husband, Chris of Tazewell, VA, Megan Griffith of Charleston,
WV, Tanner Hale of Radford, VA, Garrett Hale of North Tazewell, VA, and Hannah
Hale of Tazewell, VA; four great- grandchildren, Austin and Jaxon Hale of
Tazewell, VA, Channing Peoples of Alabama, and Xandrea Griffith of Charleston,
WV.
Funeral services will be conducted at 11 AM Friday, July 26, 2013
at Peery & St. Clair Funeral Home Chapel in Tazewell, VA, with the Reverend
Lawrence Hayes officiating. Entombment will follow at Grandview Memory Gardens
Mausoleum in Bluefield, VA, where military graveside rites will be conducted by
members of the Barns-Beavers VFW Post # 7136 of Tazewell, VA, and the Virginia
National Guard Honor Team of Gate City, VA Pallbearers will be Rodney Peoples,
Junior Boardwine, John Ralph Repass, John Boothe, Jr., Manny L. Elswick,
Phillip Hale, and Donald Hale, Jr.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Tazewell, Tazewell
Co., VA, Obituary
Princeton Times (WV) - January 12, 2014
Cora Shamblin Blankenship, age 98, of Tazewell, Virginia, passed away Friday, January 10th,
2014 in a Richlands, Virginia
hospital. She was born December 3rd, 1915 in Pounding Mill, Virginia; she was the
daughter of the late Doyle Clyde and Mary Ellen Williams Shamblin.
Mrs. Blankenship made her home in the Richlands area later moving
to Tazewell. She was a retired beautician and enjoyed many years of membership
in the Rebekah Lodge. She was a member of the Tazewell Presbyterian Church.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, H. Warren Blankenship, her brother Doyle Robert Shamblin and her daughter Wilma
Blankenship Boyer.
Survivors are: One son: Phillip W. Blankenship and wife Barbara of New Philadelphia,
Ohio. Daughter: Doris Branam of Tazewell, Virginia. Grandsons:
John Blankenship and wife Dusty Jo of New Philadelphia,
Ohio, Randall Branam of Margate, Florida, Bryan Branam and wife Monique of Ft.
Pierce, Florida. Granddaughters: Karen Wynegar of Waverly Hall, Georgia, Brenda
Smith of Abingdon, Virginia and Ame Branam Hull and husband, Corey, of
Richmond, Virginia. Great grandchildren: Megan Wynegar, Brittany Rowell, Kayla
Rowell and Warren Hull. Great-great grandchildren: Arianna and Camden Rowell.
Niece: Becky Shamblin Hurt of Richlands, Virginia.
Funeral services will be conducted Tuesday, January 14, 2014 at
11:00 am at the Hurst-Scott Funeral Chapel in Richlands, Virginia with the Rev.
Bob Button officiating. Entombment will follow at Greenhills Memory Gardens at
Claypool Hill, Virginia. Relatives and friends will serve as pallbearers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
SSDI; Blankenship,
H. Warren, 81, 14Dec1910 - 10Nov1992, Richlands, Tazewell, VA, VA-230-09-1674
Virginia Beach City
2013, Virginia Beach City, VA, Obituary
Published in The Virginian Pilot on April 14,
2013
James Edward Hale, 93, passed away on April 11, 2013 in the VA
Hospital in Hampton. Mr. Hale was a
native of Bertie County, N.C. and was the son of the late Buel and Cora Hale.
He was a recipient of 4 Bronze Stars for his service in WWII as a
member of the U.S. Army. He also served in the Korean War with the U.S. Navy.
He was retired from the Sears Service Department where he served for 36 years.
He was a longtime dedicated member of London Bridge Baptist Church, where he
served as a deacon, usher, and a Sunday School Teacher.
Survivors include his loving wife of 67 years, Helen S. Hale, two daughters, Bonnie Erb and her husband
Eugene, Sandi Blankenship, Kyle Blankenship,
two brothers, E. B. Hale, and Dana Hale, four grandchildren, and two
great-grandchildren. He also leaves behind numerous nieces, nephews and
extended family members.
A funeral service will be held at London Bridge Baptist Church on
Tuesday at 12 noon. Interment will follow in Rosewood Memorial Park.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Virginia Beach City, VA, Obituary
Published in The Virginian Pilot on May 19, 2013
Clelia T. Freeman, 97, died peacefully on May 17, 2013, at her home
at Atlantic Shores Retirement Community.
She was predeceased by her husband George Clifford Freeman; son
George Clifford Freeman, II; great grandson Jackson P. Freeman and sister and brother-in-law Harvey and Virginia Blankenship.
Clelia was born on September 15, 1915, in Spencer, NC. Subsequently
her family moved to Portsmouth, Virginia, where Clelia attended the public
schools. She graduated from Woodrow Wilson High School in 1932 and received a
BS degree in Education from Radford College in 1936. Her first teaching
position was four years at Great Bridge High School where she taught chemistry,
physics, plane geometry and solid geometry.
In October of 1940, Clelia married the love of her life, George
Clifford Freeman, whom she had known since he had entered her third grade
classroom in Portsmouth. Over the years Clelia and George had many wonderful
experiences in various places throughout the world, including a three-year
stint in Japan, Newfoundland where Clelia taught fifth grade, and Washington,
DC, where George was assigned to the Pentagon. After George left the service,
the family settled in Virginia Beach where George established a surveying
business. Clelia earned her Master of Education degree at William and Mary and,
subsequently serving as a guidance counselor at Princess Anne and Cox High
Schools and as an Assistant Principal at Kempsville High School. Clelia was an
active member of the Alpha Rho Chapter of the Delta Kappa Gamma Society
International for 46 years and a life member of Sandbridge Methodist Church.
Clelia is survived by her son, Richard R. Freeman of Richmond, VA;
seven grandchildren, George C. (Tamara) Freeman, III, Amelia F. (David) Rohrer,
Hunter P. Freeman, Sara E. Freeman, Catherine I. Freeman, Catherine C. Freeman
and Mary M. Freeman; and great-grandchildren, Ben W. Freeman and Jordan E.
Freeman.
A memorial service will be held at Atlantic Shores Retirement
Community on Wednesday, May 22, 2013, at 1 o'clock.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Virginia
Beach City, VA, Obituary
Published in The Virginian Pilot on September
25, 2013
Nancy J. Williams, 76, passed away Sept. 18, 2013. She was an
awesome tailor from which she retired. She had a great sense of humor and a
love for cats. She enjoyed cooking and spending time with her family.
She was preceded in death by her husband Monte Williams, and son
Timothy Hall.
Left to cherish her memory are children Patti Johnson (Ray), Sharon Blankenship, Teresa Tyer (Casey), Trudi Hall, grandchildren
Crystall Reder, Kyle Tyer, Logan Tyer, Jaime Rice and Jennifer Pritchard, and
eight great-grandchildren.
A memorial service will be held Saturday, Sept. 28 at 4 p.m. at
Altmeyer Funeral Home Maestas Chapel; 1801 Baltic Ave, Virginia Beach. A private
burial will be held at Woodlawn Cemetery at a later date.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Virginia Beach City, VA, Obituary
Published in The Virginian Pilot on Nov. 15,
2013
Fred V. Blankenship,
91, passed away on Tuesday, November 12, 2013. Born in
Lynchburg, VA to the late Thomas L. and Ella Catherine Blankenship.
He was retired from the U. S. Army as a CWO2 and was a veteran of
WWII and the Korean Conflict. He attended War College. He also retired from
civil service. Fred was a member of
Great Neck Baptist Church and served as a deacon of the church. He was also a
member of D.A.V. Chapter 20 in Virginia Beach and he coached little league
baseball for many years.
Left to cherish his memory are his wife, Norma Cloyd
Blankenship; two daughters, Vicki Colston and husband Jim of Windsor, VA, Lisa Donovan and husband Jim of Virginia Beach; three sons, Wyndal K. Blankenship and wife Kaye of Florida, Curt A. Blankenship of Virginia Beach and Brian T. Blankenship
and wife Renee of Virginia Beach; fourteen grandchildren and fourteen
great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by three sisters and four
brothers.
The family will receive friends at Great Neck Baptist Church on
Saturday, Nov. 16, from 12 to 1 p.m. The funeral service will be conducted at 1
p.m. in the church sanctuary by Mr. Michael Spencer and Rev. Dr. K. Todd Holt.
Burial will follow in Princess Anne Memorial Park.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Virginia Beach City, VA, Obituary
Published in The Virginian Pilot on Jan. 23,
2014
Teddie R. LeMond passed away suddenly on January 20, 2014 of
natural causes. He was born in Medina, TN on November 11, 1931.
Proceeded in death by his wife Ethel Mae,
and his two sons Steven and Larry David and a sister Nell Blankenship of
Humboldt TN.
Teds love of nature and life started at an early age riding horses
in rural Tennessee and a train ride at 16 to boot camp in San Diego. His love
of Navy life would last his lifetime, with his love of family and home town
friends; he would continue to add new friends wherever he hung his hat. His
continued his career working in civil service for the Navy Weather Department.
Always gathering family and friends, old and new for hunting, snow skiing, and
fishing from one of his Grady-Whites on the Chesapeake Bay or he would take you
for a plane ride, up in the sky he loved. His favorite alone time was rising
before sun up and flying a plane along the Virginia coast and watching the sun
rise over the sea and beach he loved. In his senior years it was his love of
golf with friends, and reminiscing to all who would listen about his favorite
fairways and holes at the many courses he played. Traveling and reading a good
book, especially military history, were things he also liked to share. His greatest
pleasures were always interacting with young and old, from the guard at the
base saying "have a good day Chief", to his many favorite restaurants
from the Shore Drive corridor to the beautiful rural Pungo area who would start making his Manhattan as he walked in the
door. Along these same areas on Sunday you would find him worshipping at
different churches finding old friends and making new. Ted never met a person
that didn't become a friend.
He is survived by two sisters Wilma
McKenzie and husband Homer of Germantown, TN and Carolyn Kimbrell of Medina,
TN, and beloved nieces and nephews. Ted is survived by numerous friends and two
very special friends Marilyn McDonald and Todd Alspaugh. Ted retired from the
US Navy and from Civil Service. Ted was a Mason for fifty years, Navy Weather
Service Assoc. and Solo of Tidewater.
Masonic service will Saturday Jan. 25th at 4 p.m. followed by
reception for family and friends until 6 p.m at the Bayside Masonic Temple No.
218 at 1465 Independence Blvd. Virginia Beach Virginia 23455.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Virginia Beach City, VA, Obituary
Published in The Virginian Pilot on July 2, 2014
Robert McMullen Lee; Virginia Beach - 83, passed away July 1, 2014.
He was born in Norfolk, VA to the late McMullen (Mack) Lee and Ruth Nora Lee.
Robert was a graduate of Holy Trinity High School, and retired in
1985 as the head of Naval Supply Center Norfolk's, Data Processing Department
with 35 yrs. of service. While there he received the "Presidents Award for
Distinguished Federal Civil Service" the highest civil service honor that
one can attain. Following retirement he went on to work as a D.O.D. private
contractor until retiring a second time in 1995.
He was preceded in death by his wives Margaret Sterling and Thelma
Lee.
Robert is survived by 3 daughters;
Kathleen Fee, Mary Carol Davis and Rose Marie Blankenship, 3 sons; Robert Lee Jr., Thomas Lee and William Lee, 11
grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren.
The funeral will be held on Thursday at 11:00 AM at the Woodlawn
Funeral Home 6329 E. Virginia Beach Blvd, Norfolk, VA 23502.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Virginia Beach City, VA, Obituary
Published in The Virginian Pilot on July 6, 2014
Thomas Lewis Blankenship, Jr., 60, passed away on July 3, 2014. Born in Philadelphia, PA, he was
the son of late Thomas L. and Evelyn D. Blankenship.
Thomas graduated with a Master's degree and worked for 36 years as
a civil service worker retiring from Dam Neck.
Left to cherish Thomas's memory are his wife of 42 years, Diane Blankenship and children,
Jason Blankenship, Tonya Blankenship and Thomas L. Blankenship, III.
A memorial service to celebrate Thomas's life will be held at 4
p.m. Saturday, July 12, 2014 at Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Lynnhaven Chapel.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Virginia Beach City, VA, Obituary
Published in The Virginian
Pilot on Oct. 29, 2014
Virginia Mae Grieco, 86 [1928] went to be with the Lord on October 27,
2014. She was born in Princeton, WV to the late Edgar and Linnie Blankenship and has been a
resident of Virginia Beach, VA for the past 37 years.
She was preceded in death by her beloved
son, Kurt Stanley, her sister, Kathleen Fowler and her brother, Woodrow
Blankenship.
She is survived by her husband, Charles
Grieco, brother Willis Blankenship and his wife Anna of Windsor, VA,
and extended family including grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and
nephews. Virginia's life was enriched by many wonderful friend's
love and devotion and her church family. She was an inspiration to all who had
the privilege to call her family or friend. She will be remembered for her
loving, compassionate, and caring nature.
A funeral service and celebration will be
held at 11:00 am on Thursday October 30, 2014 at Beach Fellowship with Rev. Ray
Bjorkman officiating. A private graveside service will be held at Princess Anne
Memorial Park.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Warren
+2014, Front Royal, Warren Co., VA, Obituary
Published in Northern Virginia Daily on Jan.
11, 2014
Eula M. Blankenship,
90, passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Wednesday, January,
8, 2014 at her home in Front Royal.
She is predeceased by her two husbands, Albert Wheeler Baker and Edward Blankenship.
Eula is survived by her daughters, Barbara (Donald) Hoover, Jo
(John) Gearheart and Edwina Hitt; sister of Carl Hamm, Bobby (Louise) Hamm,
Carol (Chuck) Long, Glenna Boaz, Peggy (Paul) Cool and Ruby Lee; grandmother of
Lisa (Scott) Bolden, Guy Staats, Christopher (Jessie) Weeks, Joshua (Tasha)
Gearheart, Robert Hoover, Aleta Hoover (Linda Kitchen) and Michael Gearheart;
great-grandmother of Brandie Branzelle, Deanna Jenkins, Philip Jenkins and
Alicia Gearheart; great-great-grandmother of Madison and Ethan Winner and
Vincent Massullo.
Relatives and friends are invited to Eula's Life Celebration at
Money and King Funeral Home, 171 W. Maple Ave., Vienna, VA on Sunday, January
12 from 2-4 PM and where a Funeral Service will be held on Monday, January 13
at 11:00 AM. Interment will follow at Flint Hill Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Linden, Warren Co., VA, Obituary
There is also a Linden is Wise Co., VA
Published in Northern Virginia Daily on July
23, 2014
Nicole Lynn Eskridge, 24, of Linden, Virginia passed away on
Saturday, July 19, 2014. Nicole was born June 8, 1990 in Reston, Virginia. She
was raised in Linden, Virginia and was a graduate of Warren County High School
Class of 2008. She recently resided in Johnstown, PA.
Surviving are her parents, Neil Eskridge and his wife Melissa of
Linden VA; her mother, Marcie Eskridge of Johnstown, PA; grandparents, Tom and Ginny Eskridge of Falls Church, VA, Bonnie Blankenship of Florida, Gloria Sullivan and Lester
Gerber both of Johnstown, PA; two brothers, Joseph Beaty and David Beaty of
Linden; three sisters, Amanda Eskridge Kindall and Rebecca Beaty both of Front
Royal and LeAnn Eskridge of Linden; niece, Noel Perry; nephew, Brantly Kindall;
five aunts; eight uncles; and twelve cousins.
A funeral service will be held on Saturday, July 26, at 12:00 p.m.
at Maddox Funeral Home in Front Royal, VA conducted by Sammy Campbell. Burial
will follow in Panorama Memorial Gardens. Pallbearers will be Joseph Beaty,
David Beaty, Lee Eskridge, Ben Eskridge, Zack Eskridge, and Randy Runion.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Washington
+2013, Abingdon, Washington Co., VA, Obituary
Bristol Herald Courier (VA) - February 19, 2013
John L. Lewis, Abingdon, VA, age 77, passed away on Monday, Feb.
18, 2013, at Valley Healthcare Center following an extended illness. He was
born on Jan. 22, 1936, in Tazewell County, VA, a son of the late Marty and Pearl Blankenship Lewis.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three
sisters, and two brothers. He was a former coal miner and truck driver. John
had served his country in the U.S. Army in which time he was a Golden Glove
Boxer. He was an avid fisherman and would never let the chance pass to spend
time fishing at South Holston Lake which he deeply enjoyed. John loved all of
his family and was particularly fond of his grandchildren and great
grandchildren. He attended Adoration Church.
He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Loretta Looney Lewis of the
home; five children, Samuel A. Lewis and wife Linda of Andersonville, Tenn.,
Michael D. Lewis and wife Stephanie of Abingdon, Rebecca Eskridge and husband
Jeff of Shelby, N.C., Elizabeth Jenkins and husband Kerry of Greenville, Tenn.,
and Russell Z. Lewis of Abingdon;11 grandchildren, Margaret (Maggie) Lewis,
Matthew Lewis, Mary Beth Dewberry, Samuel Lewis Jr., Katherine Ann Lewis,
Stephen Inman, Keith Inman, Christopher Price, Jake Cumbo, Danni Roberts and
Keri-Ann Jenkins; eight great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.
A memorial service celebrating his life will be held at 6 p.m.
Tuesday, Feb. 19, 2013, at Adoration Church, 52 Old Airport Road, Bristol, VA
24201, with Pastor Todd Asbury and Pastor Ancil Childress officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
1930 Census, Hurricane District, Buchanan
Co., VA,
Lewis, Mardy 22, M, VA,
Lewis, Pearl 22, F, VA, Head, Wife,
Lewis, Durkis 01, F, VA, Dau,
Lewis, Darnell 00, M, VA, Son,
https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/CDML-L3Z
1940 Census, Hurricane District, Buchanan
Co., VA,
Lewis Mardie 32, M, VA, Head,
Lewis Pearl 30, F, VA, Wife,
Lewis Darcas 11, F, VA, Dau,
Lewis Darnell 10, F, VA, Dau,
Lewis Mabel 06, F, VA, Dau,
Lewis John 04, M, VA, Son,
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+2013, Abingdon, Washington Co., VA, Obituary
Bristol Herald Courier (VA) - February 24, 2013
Madalene Burks Hess, 76 years of age, formerly of Grundy, VA,
passed away Wednesday, Feb. 20, 2013, in Sarasota,
Fla. Born in Roseann, [Buchanan Co.], VA, on Nov. 9, 1936, she was the
daughter of the late Willie and Olivia Blankenship Burks.
She attended Bluefield Business College and worked as a secretary
for several years as well as a dental assistant to her husband, Dr. L.L. Hess.
She was a long-time member of Grundy Baptist Church and attended Highlands
Fellowship in Abingdon. She was also a member of several clubs including: Red
Hat club, Junior Women's club of Virginia, and Ladies Canasta club. She was an
avid gospel music fan, enjoyed cooking (she was well known for her chicken and
dumplings, chocolate gravy and banana pudding), attending UK basketball games
and, most of all, spending time with her family.
Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by two brothers,
Ray Burks and Robert Burks; and a very special Aunt, Lottie Ratliff.
She is survived by her husband, Lowell Lee Hess, Abingdon; four
children, Tenesia Hess Daugherty, Lexington, Ky., Jeffrey L. Hess and wife,
Nancy Yates Hess, Abingdon, Michele Hess Kennedy and husband, Tim Kennedy,
Irmo, S.C., and Ashlee Hess Medley and husband, Chad Medley, Chilhowie, VA She
is also survived by eight grandchildren, Justin Daugherty, Nathan and Haylee
Hess, Lucas and Lauren Kennedy, Hannah, Madison and Makenzie Medley; one
sister, June Burks Marler and husband, Larry Marler, Titusville, Fla.; one
brother, Bill Burks Jr., Hurley, VA; and special friends, Carol McGlothlin
Shumaker, Mary Stiltner, Mary Matney, Jean Liston (cousin), Brenda Lester, Judy
Lester and Carmella Matney.
Funeral services for Madalene Burks Hess will be conducted Tuesday,
Feb. 26, 2013, at 11 a.m. at the Grundy Funeral Home Chapel, with the Rev.
Danny Hess and the Rev. Hans Hess officiating, with burial to follow in
Mountain Valley Memorial Park, Big Rock, VA Active pallbearers will be Ronnie
Burks, Danny Burks, Benny Burks, Ritchie Burks, Benjamin Burks, Reggie Burks,
Travis Burks, Brad Burks, Robert Burks, Willie Burks, Larry Burks, Terry Hess,
Eddie Jo Hess, Sam Hess, Chris Keen, Michael White, Greg Belcher, Greg
"Bub" Belcher Jr., Halver Belcher, Eric Belcher, Gary Keen and Terry
White. Honorary pallbearers will be Bill Kilgore, Tom Scott, Don Shumaker, Regis
Stiltner, Bobbie Lester, Lloyd Lester, Larry Marler, Junior Endicott, Pastor
Donald Medley, Pastor Hobert Kennedy and Mel Keen.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
1940 Census, Knox District, Buchanan Co.,
VA,
Burks, Willie 31, M, WV, Head,
Burks, Oliva 29, F, WV, Wife,
Burks, Roy 10,
M, WV, Son,
Burks, Robert 08, M, WV, Son,
Burks, Madalene 03, F, VA, Dau,
Burks, Jundine 01, F, VA, Dau,
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+2013, Abingdon,
Washington Co., VA,
Obituary
Bristol Herald Courier (VA) - April 9, 2013
Matthew Brian Jones, age 43, went home to be with his Savior on
Sunday, April 7, 2013. Matt was born on April 23, 1970, the youngest son of
Butch and Peggy Jones. He was an outdoorsman and enjoyed hunting and gardening.
He was preceded in death by his father-in-law, Cornelius
Blankenship; and both sets of
grandparents.
In addition to his parents he is survived by his wife, Trish Jones; two sons, Josh Jones and wife Amber and Jacob "Boo
Boo" Jones and wife Ashley all of Blountville, Tenn.; brother, Dave Jones
and wife Marcella of Abingdon; sister, DeLana Jones of Abingdon; four very
beautiful granddaughters, Isabella, Trinity, Ollie, and Rhylan;three nieces, Tiffany
Jones, Allison Patrick and Alexis Patrick all of Abingdon; two nephews, Andrew
Jones and wife Kelsey of Abingdon and Christian Montgomery of Roan Mountain,
Tenn.; mother-in-law, Lydia Blankenship of Lebanon, VA; sister-in-law, Drema
Morris and husband Geoff of Roan Mountain; several uncles and aunts; and very
special friends, Kenneth and Eileen Long.
A funeral service will be held at 8 p.m., Tuesday at the funeral
home with the Rev. Kenny Fields and the Rev. Adam Wise officiating. A committal
service will be held at 3 p.m., Wednesday at Forest Hills Memory Gardens where
"Dude" Bowman, Josh Fields, Mike Hearl, Andrew Jones, Dave Jones,
Jacob Jones, Josh Jones, and Daniel Nunley will serve as pallbearers. Honorary
pallbearers will be Johnny Jones, Keith Nunley, and Randy Wooten.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
SSDI; Blankenship, Cornelius, 58,
20Sep1944 - 16Nov2002, Lebanon, Russell, VA, VA-229-58-2406
+2013, Abingdon, Washington Co., VA, Obituary
http://www.farrisfuneralservice.com/new_view.php?id=3424126
Hazel Irene Blankenship, age 77, passed away on Sunday, May 12, 2013 at Johnston Memorial
Hospital. She was born to the late William Grizzle and Lydia Taylor Grizzle.
She is also preceded in death by her husband of 53 years, Roosevelt Blankenship; six brothers; and one sister.
She is survived by her son,
David Blankenship and wife Rebecca of Abingdon, VA; two daughters, Helen Sheeren and husband David of Aurora, CO and Shirley Lagioia and husband Frank of Arlington Heights, IL; brother, Dewey
Grizzle of Mouthcard, KY; four grandchildren,
Aveeda Walker of Chicago, IL, Lydia
Blankenship of Austin, TX,
Kevin Sheeren and Kathleen Sheeren both of Aurora, CO; and two great grandchildren,
Lona Walker and Damien Walker.
A funeral service will be held at 12:00 p.m., Wednesday, May 15th
at the Main Street Chapel of Farris Funeral Service. Interment will follow at
Mt. Rose Cemetery where family and friends will serve as pallbearers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Abingdon,
Washington Co., VA, Obituary
Bristol Herald Courier (VA) - August 24, 2013
Martha Barton Rowe Hall, 87, of Abingdon, VA, formerly of Rowe, VA,
passed away Friday morning, August 23, 2013, at Grace Healthcare Center in
Abingdon, VA Born July 16, 1926, in Davenport, VA, she
was a daughter of the later Abe and Nora Boyd Barton. She was a member of the
Rowe Pentecostal Holiness Church.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her first
husband, Ellis Rowe; second husband, Earl Hall; two sons, Markrum Rowe and
Souel Rowe; two daughters, Nora Rowe and Wanda Rowe; step-son, Dexter Rowe; and
step-great-grandson, Chad Rowe.
Survivors include two sons, Ellis B. Rowe and wife, Joyce of Morristown,
Tenn., and Fred Rowe and wife, Elizabeth of Rowe, VA; one daughter, Patty
Taylor and husband, Andy of Abingdon, VA; daughter-in-law, Mary Rowe;
step-daughters, Fonnie Hess of Honaker, VA and Allie Hess and husband, Brady of
Rowe, VA; step-daughter-in-law, Opal Rowe of Rowe, VA; grandchildren, Dean
Rowe, Michael Rowe, Allen Rowe, Jennifer Arnold, Andrew Taylor, Richard Rowe,
and Rosalee Taylor; great-grandchildren, Souel Rowe, David Rowe, Keith Rowe,
Savnannah Arnold, Emily Arnold, and Trevor Rowe; step-grandchildren, Barbara
McGraw, Ruth Vandyke, Kathleen Osborne, Joan Jamison, Gary Hess, Chester Rowe,
Johnny Rowe, Danny Hess, and Charlene Jesse; several step-great-grandchildren;
step great-great-grandchildren;nieces, nephews and a host of friends.
Funeral services will be conducted 2 p.m. Sunday, Auguat 25, 2013,
at the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Bob Osborne officiating. Interment will follow at the Rowe-Blankenship Cemetery in Rowe, VA Grandsons and friends will
serve as pallbearers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Abingdon,
Washington Co., VA,
Obituary
Bristol Herald Courier (VA) - August 27, 2013
Larry G. "Jake" Mullins, 64, Abingdon, VA, passed away
Sunday, August 25, 2013, after a short illness. He was born to Laura Blankenship Mullins and the late Frank Mullins on April 9,
1949.
Larry graduated from Grundy High School in 1967 and shortly after
married the love of his life, Judy Street Mullins of Garden Creek, VA Larry was
a Senior Vice President and the Clinch Mountain Regional Manager for New
Peoples Bank. He had over 40 years of experience in the banking industry where
he was passionate about making a difference in the lives of his customers and
employees. Larry was also current president of the Washington County Shrine
Club and was an active member of the Kazim Shrine Temple and the Sandy Valley
and Shelby Masonic Lodges. He currently served as a deacon at Green Spring
Presbyterian Church and was involved with Boy Scouts of America and Abingdon
Faith in Action. Larry mostly loved to spend time with his grandchildren,
golfing, hunting and working in his yard with his wife.
Larry is survived by his wife, Judy; two sons and their wives, Dr.
Sean and Dianna Mullins of Bristol, Tenn., and Dr. Todd and Courtney Mullins of
Swanton, Md; his mother, Laura of Grundy; his sister, Sandy Mullins Stiltner of Grundy; two
brothers, Bill Mullins of Kill Devil Hills, N.C. and Frank "J. J." Mullins of Bristol, Tenn.; six grandchildren that he loved dearly,
Carter, Bailey, J.T., Jordyn, Jake and Reagan; as well as several nieces and
nephews.
A funeral service will be held 7 p.m. Wednesday, August 28, 2013,
at Green Spring Presbyterian Church with the Rev. Jon Martin officiating.
Masonic Rites will be provided by the Kazim Shrine Temple and the Sandy Valley
and Shelby Masonic Lodges. It was Mr. Mullins' wish to be cremated after the
service. Honorary pallbearers are Ronnie Phillips, Donnie Phillips, Gary Rose,
Kevin Abel, Kenny Perkins, Mike Hillman, and his colleagues at New Peoples
Bank.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Abingdon, Washington Co., VA Obituary
Washington County News (Abingdon, VA) - November 13, 2013
Donna Kay Stiltner,
42 [1971], passed
away on Thursday, October 31, 2013, following an extended illness.
She was preceded in death by her mother, Ann Campbell; sisters, Theresa
Hartwell and Sherry Campbell; niece, Sydney Fleenor; and
father-in-law, Johnny Stiltner.
She is survived by her husband, John Stiltner; son, Tyler Stiltner;
daughters, Savannah Addair and fiance Brandon Bullington, Santanna Addair and
fiance Mitchell Reed, McKenzie Stiltner and Bailey Stiltner; father, Junior Blankenship and wife Liz; grandchild, Rileigh
Bullington; brother, David Blankenship ; sisters,
Angie Hamblin and fiance Steve Henegar, Christine Fleenor and Theresa Smith and husband Greg; mother-in-law,
Rhonda Stiltner; brother-in-law, Jeff Stiltner; aunt and uncle, Brenda and
Bobby Musick; and several nieces and nephews.
Family and friends traveled in procession to Forest Hills Memory
Gardens for graveside services where Chaplain Mark Morgan officiated. Pallbearers were Brandon Bullington,
Mitchell Reed, Steve Henegar, David Blankenship, Dakota Blankenship, and Theron Naples. Honorary pallbearers were Scotty Musick, Greg Musick and Mikey Blankenship.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Abingdon, Washington Co., VA, Obituary
Bristol Herald Courier (VA) - January 6, 2014
Russell Henry Rife, Abingdon, VA age 80, passed away on Saturday,
January 4, 2014, in the Camp section of Smyth
County, VA He was born in Hurley, VA, on August 6, 1933, to the late John Alvin
Rife and Polly Rife Whitt.
He was also preceded in death by his step-father, Martin Whitt;and siblings, Judy Blankenship, Joe McMillen, Tennessee Rife, Rheta
Walker, Shelby Coleman, and Cletus Rife.
Russell was a lifelong Coal Miner. He lived a good life and enjoyed
being with his children and grandchildren, they were his life. He was a loving
husband and is now sleeping and walking in the clouds.
He is survived by his loving wife, Molly Rife; his children, Terry
Rife and wife Sharon, Speedwell, VA, and Donna Adkins and husband Jake,
Meadowview, VA; his siblings, Eleanor Walker, Oceana, WV, Pat Belcher, Oceana, WV,
Roland Rife, Max Meadows, VA, and Andrew Rife, Wytheville, VA; his
grandchildren, Jessica Adkins and Ryan Cooke, Jason Adkins and Sami Brotherton,
Brittany Rife and Sean Kell, Melody Pickle, and Jeremy Evans; great-grandchildren, Sylas Cooke, Rhiana Blankenship , Alex Blankenship ,
and Riley Pickle; his brothers-in-law and sister-in-law, William Matney and
wife Arlene, Union, WV, and Wayne Matney, Panther, WV; and a host of other
loving friends and family members.
Funeral services will be held at 8 p.m. on Monday, January 6, 2014,
from the Bradley's Funeral Home Chapel in Marion, VA, with the Rev. Danny
Hurley, the Rev. Hershel Hurley and the Rev. David Lester officiating. A
graveside service will be held at 12 p.m. on Tuesday, January 7, 2014, at the
Rife Cemetery in Hurley, VA
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Abingdon, Washington Co., VA, Obituary
Bristol Herald Courier (VA) Date: September 7, 2014
Herman McCoy, age 91, passed on Friday, September 5, 2014. Mr.
McCoy was born in West Virginia, to the late Rome McCoy and Margaret Blankenship.
He was raised and spent most of his life in Hurley, VA, before
moving to Glade Spring 25 years ago. Herman was a coal miner, loved to spend
time in his garden, play the guitar, and work.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife,
Fronia Lockheart; and four brothers.
He is survived by three sons, Earl (Rita) McCoy of Bristol, VA,
Howard (Mary Ann) McCoy of Illinois, and Tony McCoy of Meadowview, VA;
daughter, Debbie Ball and special friend Rodolfo Nieves of North Wilkesboro,
N.C.; sister, Edna Hurley of Hurley, VA; five grandchildren;12 great-
grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m., Monday, September 8, 2014,
at the Main Street Chapel of Farris Funeral Service with Doug Smith
officiating. Interment will follow in Mt. Rose Cemetery with family and friends
serving as pallbearers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Glade Spring, Washington Co., VA, Obituary
Washington County News (Abingdon, VA) Date: September 17, 2014
Herman McCoy, age 91, passed on Friday, September 5, 2014. Mr.
McCoy was born in West Virginia, to the late Rome McCoy and Margaret Blankenship.
He was raised and spent most of his life in Hurley, VA, before
moving to Glade Spring 25 years ago. Herman was a coal miner, loved to spend
time in his garden, play the guitar, and work.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife,
Fronia Lockheart; and four brothers.
He is survived by three sons, Earl (Rita) McCoy of Bristol, VA,
Howard (Mary Ann) McCoy of Illinois, and Tony McCoy of Meadowview, VA;
daughter, Debbie Ball and special friend Rodolfo Nieves of North Wilkesboro,
NC; sister, Edna Hurley of Hurley, VA; five grandchildren;12 great-
grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren.
Funeral services were held at 1 p.m., Monday, September 8, 2014, at
the Main Street Chapel of Farris Funeral Service with Doug Smith officiating.
Interment followed in Mt. Rose Cemetery, family and friends served as
pallbearers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Abingdon, Washington Co., VA, Obituary
Bristol Herald Courier (VA) Date: October 4, 2014
Melba Elizabeth Phillips Snead went to be with the Lord Jesus
Thursday, October 2, 2014, at her home in Abingdon, Virginia, following a
courageous battle with cancer. Elizabeth was born May 15, 1929, in Meadowview,
Virginia.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 60 years, Irby Snead,
in January 2014; her parents, Dallas Franklin Phillips, Sr. and Eulalah Nichols Phillips; her
brother, Robert L. Philips, Sr.; and two nephews, Bryan K. Phillips and Samuel
Snead.
An active member of Abingdon Baptist Church, Elizabeth was a member
of the Joanna Owens Sunday School class.
Elizabeth is survived by her sisters,
Rachel Baker and husband, Richard, Blountville, Tenn., and Beulah Blankenship, Goldsboro, NC.; brother, Dallas F.
Phillips, Jr. and wife, Ann, Abingdon, VA; nephews, Sam Snead and wife,
Rebecca, Bristol, VA, Robert L. Phillips, Jr. and wife, Kellie, Abingdon, VA,
and Steven M. Phillips and wife, Sharon, Bristol, VA; nieces, Rita Phillips,
Hillsville, VA, Lisa Cullipher and husband, Billy, Pikeville, NC., Connie Reed,
Abingdon, VA, and Sharon Phillips, Bristol, VA; great-nephews, Robert L.
Phillips III "Robbie" and wife, Leanne, Bristol, VA, Cameron A.
Phillips, Abingdon, VA, and Robbie Cline, South Dakota; great-nieces, Meghan
Snead Shaffer and husband, Scott, Bristol, Tenn., Renee Thompson, Goldsboro,
NC., Tiffany Cousins, Meadowview, VA, and Julia and Diane Cullipher, Pikeville,
NC.; and several great-great-nephews and nieces.
Elizabeth graduated as valedictorian of her class at Meadowview
High School. She went on to graduate from Bristol College and also attended
Virginia Highlands Community College and East Tennessee State University. In
1985, Bristol College initiated an annual full tuition secretarial scholarship
in honor of Elizabeth.
In 1948, Elizabeth went to work for John C. Paty, Jr. at Paty
Lumber Company in Bristol, and continued in faithful and loyal employment with
the company for 63 years, serving most recently as corporate secretary and
operations manager of the corporate office as well as administrative assistant
to Mr. Paty. After Paty Lumber Company was sold, Elizabeth continued her work
as corporate secretary and treasurer for Aviation Strategies Group and
Strategic Resources Group, Blountville, Tenn. until her death. Elizabeth was a beloved
member of the International Association of Administrative Professionals for 50
years and was instrumental in establishing the Tri-Cities Chapter, eventually
serving as president and treasurer. She earned the Certified Professional
Secretary rating from the IAAP Institute. In 1975 she was selected Tri-Cities
Chapter Secretary of the Year and in 2002 was named Outstanding Member of the
Year. She served as Tennessee Division Treasurer for four years. Elizabeth
served on the Citizen Advisory Board of Virginia Highlands Community College,
was active in the Bristol YWCA from 1948 eventually serving on the board of
directors, and was an active member of the Quota Club. Elizabeth was a vibrant
associate of the Old Dominion Investment Club, the Abingdon Business and
Professional Women where she served as treasurer, the Abingdon Garden Club, and
the Glenrochie Ladies Golf Association of Glenrochie Country Club.
Her love of horticulture was evident in her beautiful gardens and
delicious fruits and vegetables. Her skills developed further as a participant
in the Master Gardener Program of Virginia Cooperative Extension. As president
of the Phillips Clan Society, Elizabeth planned, prepared, and presided over
the Phillips family reunion every year in Purlear, North Carolina. Also, as
valedictorian of her high school class, she kept in contact with former
classmates and each year organized the annual school reunion. Elizabeth walked
by the Holy Spirit and shed abroad His love, joy, peace, patience, kindness,
goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control, touching every life with
His grace. Devoted wife, loving sister, adoring aunt, caring cousin, kind
neighbor, loyal employee, compassionate co-worker, and faithful, generous
friend, Elizabeth lived a joy-filled life of service to others. She always put
others first and greeted everyone with her effervescent smile. She is greatly
missed by all who love her.
Visitation of friends will be held Sunday, October 5, 2014, from
1:30 until 3 p.m. with the funeral service at 3 p.m. at the Frost Funeral Home
and Cremation Services, 250 East Main Street, Abingdon, Virginia, with Pastor
Jerry A. Eggers and John E. Seward, Jr. officiating. The committal service and
internment will follow at Knollkreg Memorial Park,
Abingdon, VA Pallbearers will be Sam Snead, Robert L. Phillips, Jr., Cameron
Phillips, Robert L. Phillips, III "Robbie", Steven M. Phillips, and
John Evans Seward, III.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Abingdon, Washington Co., VA, Obituary
Bristol Herald Courier (VA) Date: October 29, 2014
Mrs. Edith Proffitt Collins, 83 [1926], passed away on Monday, October 27, 2014
in the Bristol Regional Medical
Center, [Sullivan Co., TN]. Mrs. Collins was a native of West Virginia and had lived in
Bradshaw, WV, before moving to Abingdon in 1978.
Edith was of the Holiness faith. She will be remembered as a loving
wife, mother and grandmother. She loved cats, and her work and love for these
animals earned her a volunteer award with the Animal Defense League.
Mrs. Collins was preceded in death by her parents, Leff and Mae
Rowe Proffitt; son-in- law, Clyde Blankenship; and infant grandson, Robert Allen Boothe.
She is survived by her husband, Robert F. Collins; two daughters,
Loretta Hughes and husband, Kenny of Bristol, VA, and Robin Blankenship of Paynesville, WV; sister, Marie Pruitt
and husband, Will of Tazewell, VA; grandchildren, Amy Baker, Jeff Hughes,
Heather Anglin and Jessica Thomas; and six great-grandchildren.
The Collins family will receive friends at the Main Street Chapel
of Farris Funeral Service from 6 until 7 p.m. on Thursday, October 30, 2014. A
funeral service will follow in the funeral home chapel at 7 p.m., conducted by
Pastor Willis Osborne. A committal service will be held on Friday, October 31,
2014, at 12 p.m. in the Mountain View Cemetery, Bristol, VA, conducted by
Pastor Ellis Hagerman.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Clinchburg, Washington Co., VA, Obituary
Bristol Herald Courier (VA) Date: June 20, 2014
Lockie Velma Grady Blankenship, 88, passed on Wednesday, June 18, 2014, at Abingdon Health and
Rehab Center.
Lockie lived all of her life in the Clinchburg area and served as
the Postmaster for the Clinchburg Post Office for many years before retiring
from the U.S. Postal Service. Mrs. Blankenship was a faithful member of
Mahanaim United Methodist Church. Lockie was a loving mother, grandmother, and
great grandmother who loved flowers and gardening.
She was preceded in death by her parents, John C. Grady and Delia
Mae Johnson; her husband of 53
years, Herbert W. Blankenship; four brothers, John C. Grady, Cecil
Grady, David Grady and Virgil Grady;and one sister, Regina Blankenship.
She is survived by her son,
Gerald Blankenship and wife, Marie of Glade Spring, VA; daughter, Debbie Rolen of Pulaski, VA; brothers, Lionel Grady of Kingsport, Tenn.,
Charles Henry Grady of Bristol, VA, and Derwood Grady and wife, Pat of
Knoxville, Tenn.; sisters, Agnes Farris of Abingdon, VA, Bonnie Ratcliff and
husband, Jim of Saltville, VA, Laurel Chapman of Saltville, VA, Ruby Henderson
and husband, Arthur of Bristol, VA, and Edith Rector and husband, C.W. of
Clinchburg, VA; three grandchildren, Jennifer Larsen and husband, Mark of
Abingdon, VA, Dr. Michael Rolen of New Haven, Conn., and Lindsay Lundy and
husband, Shaun of Glade Spring, Va; one great granddaughter, Callie Marie
Lundy; special friend, Walter Moore;and several nieces and nephews.
A graveside service will be held 11 a.m., Saturday, June 21, 2014,
at Forest Hills Memory Gardens with the Rev. Larry Lusk and the Rev. Scott
Spence officiating. Pallbearers will be Shaun Lundy, Bobby Hammond, Rick
Hammond, Craig Hammond, Mark Larsen, and Sam Shaffer. Family and friends are
asked to convene at the cemetery by 11 a.m.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
SSDI: Blankenship,
Herbert W., 80, 29May1921 - 30Sep2001, Meadowview, Washington, VA,
VA-223-28-6194
1930 Census, Saltville,
Washington Co., VA,
Grady, John 39, M, VA, Head,
Grady, M. Delia 30, F, VA, Wife,
Grady, Virgil 12, M, VA, Son,
Grady, Cecil 09, M, VA, Son,
Grady, Lionel 08, M, VA, Son,
Grady, Doug 06, M, VA, Son,
Grady, Lackie 04, M, VA, Son,
Grady, Agnes 02, F, VA, Dau,
Grady, Regima 00, F, VA, Dau,
https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/CJX7-9MM
2014, Glade Springs,
Washington Co., VA Obituary
Bristol Herald Courier (VA) Date: November 8, 2014
Linda Mae Abrams, 62, passed away on Thursday, November 6, 2014, at
the Valley Health Care Center in Chilhowie, [Smyth Co.], VA She was born in Meadowview, VA, to
the late Charles Parris and surviving Inis Jolene Parris.
Along with her father, she is preceded in death by a
brother-in-law, Chuck Keith.
Linda was a faithful Christian and loved her Lord. She enjoyed
reading and music. Most of all she loved helping people.
She is survived by her husband, Terry Abrams, Glade Springs, VA; children Johnny B. Hand and Kristie,
Winchester, Tenn., Sandra Mercer and James, Simpsonsville, S.C., Missi Blankenship and Steve, Kingsport,
Tenn., and Terra Casey and Jeremy, Damascus, VA; grandchildren, Jada & and
Jena Hand, Hailey, Heather, and Joseph Mercer, Corey Hand, Cody and Zackery
Blankenship , Caleb and Blake
Casey; great granddaughter, Lily Patterson; mother, Inis Jolene Sawyer Parris,
of Chilhowie, VA; siblings, Mary Zellers, and Jay, Palm Harbor, Fla., Charlie
Parris, and Susie, Abingdon, VA, Rose Poole, and Dave, Chilhowie, VA, David
Parris, and Sarah, St. Pete, Fla., Lorrie Keith, Chilhowie, VA, and Nancy
Eller, and Danny, Marion, VA; nine nieces and nephews; and other loving family.
A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, November 29,
2014, at the First Baptist Church in Damascus with Pastor Greg Alderman
officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Meadowview, Washington Co., VA, Obituary
Bristol Herald Courier (VA) - January 22, 2013
Regina Mae Blankenship , age 83 [1930], of Meadowview, VA, passed away on Sunday, Jan. 20, 2013,
at the Smyth County Community Hospital [Marion, Marion Co., VA].
She was preceded in death by her husband, Ralph
Blankenship; and four
brothers, Virgil, Cecil, David and John Cameron Grady. Regina was a member of
the Mahanaim United Methodist Church.
She is survived by three daughters,
Kay Maiden and husband Gale, Moravian Falls,
N.C., Sheila Heldreth and husband Mike, Meadowview, and
Karen Bordwine and husband O'Dell, Meadowview;
six sisters, Lockie Blankenship, Agnes Farris, Bonnie Ratcliffe, Laurel
Chapman, Ruby Henderson, and Edith Rector; three brothers, Lionel Grady, Henry
Grady, and Derwood Grady; two grandchildren, Jill Howard and Krista Maiden; two
great grandchildren, Ali Baty and Kayni Grace McGlocklin; and several nieces
and nephews.
A private graveside service will be held.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Meadowview, Washington Co., VA, Obituary
Bristol Herald Courier (VA) - May 27, 2013
Creed Fulton Pursifull, age 76, left his loving family here on
Earth to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday, May 25, 2013, at Johnston
Memorial Hospital [Abingdon, Washington Co., VA]. He was a devoted husband, father,
grandfather, and great-grandfather. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army. He was
born in Balkan, Ky., on March 20, 1937, to the late William Fulton Pursifull
and Reba Wilder Pursifull.
He is also preceded in death by his sister, JoAnn Rutherford;
granddaughter, Stephanie Nicole "Nikki" Smith; and grandson, Zachary
Benjamin Pursifull.
He is survived by his loving wife of 52 years, Carolyn Sue
Pursifull; son, William Thomas Pursifull of Meadowview; three daughters, Lori
Ann Baxley of Abingdon, VA, Cynthia "Cin" Renee Keen and husband,
Rodney, of Belfast, VA, and Sara Marie Snead and husband, Timmy, of Abingdon;
brother, Otto Pursifull and wife, Bonnie, of Georgetown, Ky.; grandson, William
Thomas "TJ" Pursifull II; six granddaughters,
Amanda Blankenship and
fiancé, Ernie Yost, Tabitha Hughes and husband, Maurice "Mo", Tara
Pursifull, Tiffany Smith, Mattie Snead and Bentlea Snead;and three great-grandsons, Landon Smith, Dominic
Hughes and Taytumn Blankenship.
A funeral service will be held at 1 p.m., Tuesday, May 28, 2013, at
Greenfield Baptist Church, 13514 Glenbrook Ave., Meadowview, VA 24361, with the
Rev. Thomas Capron officiating. Interment will follow in Greenfield Baptist
Cemetery, where Rodney Keen, William Thomas "TJ" Pursifull II,
Maurice "Mo" Hughes, Ernie Yost, Timmy Snead and John Pursifull will
serve as pallbearers. Deacons of Greenfield Baptist Church will serve as
honorary pallbearers. Military honors will be presented by Highlands Veterans
Honor Guard and the Virginia National Guard.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Waynesboro City
+2013, Waynesboro City, VA, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) - October 29, 2013
Margaret Ellen Hambrick, 82, of Waynesboro, VA, passed away peacefully at 11:40 a.m. on
Monday, October 28, 2013 at Augusta Health in Fishersville, [Augusta Co.], VA after a multiyear fight against
multiple conditions. At the time of her death, her loving husband and constant
caregiver, Dorphus "Corky" Hambrick, was at her side, as he had been
the entire time of her fight. Born July 27, 1931 in Iaeger, WV, she was the
daughter of A. Scott Blankenship
and Maggie Collins Blankenship.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her two brothers, Shelby Blankenship and Hugh Blankenship.
Margaret graduated from Princeton High School in Princeton, WV in
1948 and later graduated from National Business College in Bluefield, WV She
met her husband, Dorphus Hambrick in 1949 in Glenwood, WV They celebrated their
63rd wedding anniversary this year. She was a member of the First Baptist
Church of Princeton, WV and Westwood Baptist Church in Waynesboro, VA Margaret
was an artist (oil painting and ceramics), an avid crafter and loved cooking.
She was also an entrepreneur and ran many successful businesses in Waynesboro
during her life. She ran the Western Union office in the 70s, and started
Waynesboro Secretarial Services at the same time. She ran Margaret's Gifts on
West Broad Street and expanded the store to include a large ceramics shop where
she taught classes. Margaret also did tax and bookkeeping work for many
businesses and individuals throughout the years as Professional Bookkeeping and
Tax Service.
Margaret is survived by her loving husband; and two devoted sons,
Scott Hambrick of Alexandria, VA and Michael Hambrick of Princeton, WV; Scott's
partner, John LeFlore; Michael's wife, Shirley Hambrick; three granddaughters,
Keira Hambrick of Marietta, Ohio; Kirsty Hambrick of Baltimore, Md., and Fiona
Hambrick of Princeton, WV; and a special friend and caregiver, Sandra Whitlock
of Waynesboro, VA
Private services for family and immediate friends will be held at
2:00 p.m. on Thursday, October 31, 2013 at McDow Funeral Home - 1701 West Main
Street in Waynesboro, VA Interment will follow at Augusta Memorial Park - 1775
Goose Creek Rd in Waynesboro, VA
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Waynesboro City, VA, Obituary
Published in Roanoke Times on Dec. 6, 2013
William (Bud) Calvin Watts, 83, of Waynesboro, passed away Tuesday,
December 3, 2013.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Ilene Blankenship
Watts and brother, Joseph
Eldridge Watts.
He is survived by his daughter, Robin Smith of Schuyler; sisters,
Gladys Davis of Waynesboro, VA and Mary Ellen Ball of Racine, Ohio; special
friend, Wyma Phillips; and nephews, Larry and David Ball.
A graveside service will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, December 7,
2013 in Fairview Cemetery with Mr. Jim Driscoll officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Williamsburg City
+2013, Williamsburg City, VA, Obituary
The News & Advance, (Lynchburg, VA) - May 18, 2013
George Ulric "Mickey" Brooks Jr. 78, of Williamsburg
passed away Monday, May 13, 2013. He was born October 19, 1934, in Sycamore, VA,
the son of the late G. U. Brooks Sr. and Vera White Brooks.
He was preceded in death by a sister, Vera Colucci.
Mickey is survived by his wife
of 56 years, Shirley
Blankinship Brooks; two sons
G. U.Brooks III and H. Vincent Brooks; a brother, Ray B. Brooks and wife,
Sharon; and cousin (or "second brother"), D. T. LeFew Jr. and wife,
Barbara.
Upon his mother's passing, he went to live with his aunt, Vivian B.
LeFew, in Lynchburg, VA He graduated from E. C. Glass High School where he was
voted friendliest in his class, and served as band president and lead drummer.
He spent three years as a Naval Hospital Corpsman before attending Lynchburg
College. George was a Boy Scout leader, member of the Jaycees, Rotary Club, and
Salvation Army where he was named Southeastern Division Man of the Year. He
began his professional career with Blue Cross, moved to real estate, and
ultimately began his own business cleaning carpets. In addition to his sense of
humor, he was known for his dedication to volunteering, ministering and
encouraging those in need. Mickey was devoted to his Savior, his family and his
fellow man. He was a member of Victory Christian Fellowship in Lynchburg and
Williamsburg Christian Church in Williamsburg. He left quite a legacy...much
more than any of us will ever know.
A celebration of his life will take place 2 p.m. Wednesday, May 22,
2013, at Williamsburg Christian Church on John Tyler Lane.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Williamsburg City, VA, Obituary
Daily Press (Newport News, VA) Date: December 21, 2014
Martha Glover Thompson was born January 29, 1921. She passed away
December 18, 2014.
She was preceded in death in 1998 by her loving husband of 56
years, James Field Bland (Jim).
She is survived by her four children
William R. Bland, Julia B.
Blankinship, Mary Lynn
Wilding, James T. Bland, their spouses, 11 grandchildren
and spouses, and 13 great grandchildren.
Martha (Marty) was a native of Kentucky. She married Jim in 1942
and later raised their four children in the DC. area
where Jim was a Deputy Director of the FBI. They retired to Williamsburg, VA in
1978 to be closer to all their children. Marty spent her time in Williamsburg
as a dedicated and active participant in the local community. She and Jim
joined Williamsburg Presbyterian Church and quickly became very active members.
Marty served in several different capacities including assisting with the
Prayer Chain, Book Club, as receptionist, planning flower arrangements,
organizing annual events, as well as remaining a devoted member of the
congregation.
Marty also served as a volunteer with Williamsburg Community
Hospital for over 20 years and was selected as a Life Member for her continual
service. Her work with the "Chemo Cap" project, knitting caps for
chemo patients, was one of her most enthusiastic endeavors. Marty volunteered
with FISH. She helped with clothing drives and serving meals to needy community
members.
Marty and Jim were also avid supporters and fans of William and
Mary sports, enjoying season tickets to the football and basketball games.
Marty's community involvement exemplified her commitment to stewardship as an
expression of her love.
Marty will always be remembered by her family as
"Mommom". She was our matriarch instilling in each of us the core
values of family. Her thoughtful and thorough participation in each of our
lives created the bond that we all share. Her love for her family was expressed
in many ways; with a thoughtful note in the mail, a kind and caring work of
advice, a loving hug, a knowing smile, or a joyful laugh. She enjoyed the
bustling, ordered chaos of family get-togethers, always planning the perfect
seating arrangements for productive conversations and making efforts for
everyone to be included. She enjoyed the camaraderie of playing Scrabble and
Dominos late into the evenings with her children and grandchildren and even
appreciated the friendly rivalries we tended to create.
Mommom lives on in our daily lives, in our memories, and in our
stories. When we need a hug or a shoulder to cry on, she's here to comfort us
just as always, as our mother, our grandmother, our great-grandmother, and our
friend.
Visitation service will be held Monday evening, December 22nd,
5:30pm-7:30pm at Bucktrout of Williamsburg. A memorial service will be held
Tuesday, December 23rd at 11am at Williamsburg Presbyterian Church with a reception
to follow the service. A private burial will be held afterward.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Winchester
City
+2014, Winchester City, VA, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) - February 15, 2014
Arnold Junior Shortt, age 87, of Winchester, Virginia, formerly of
Richlands, Virginia, passed away Wednesday, February 12, 2014 in Winchester,
Virginia. Mr. Shortt was born October 25, 1926 in Buchanan County, Virginia to
the late Floyd and Mandy Whitt Shortt.
He worked as a coal miner for 14 years, served as a sergeant in the
Army, followed by many years as a commercial drywall contractor in Washington,
DC. He was married to Janie Lee Osborne in 1957 until her death in 1991. In
retirement, he enjoyed church, gardening, his dogs and his grandchildren. After
the death of his wife, Mr. Shortt moved back to Richlands for 13 years. Eight
years ago, Mr. Shortt moved back to the DC area to be with his children and
grandchildren.
In addition to his parents and his wife, he was preceded in death
by sisters, Pearl Blankenship, Grace Bucklen, and Rose Arwood; three
brothers, Earl, Vervie, and Ervin Shortt, and two infant siblings, Bella and
Velvie Shortt.
Survivors are: Daughter, Joan Cheney of Aberdeen, MD. Sons: Brian
Keith Shortt of Frederick, MD, Dale Shortt of Cross Junction, VA Sister: Gertie
Reba Mosley of Richlands, Virginia. Six grandchildren and two great
grandchildren and several nieces and nephews also survive.
Funeral services for Arnold Junior Shortt will be conducted Monday,
February 17, 2014 at 11:00 am at the Hurst-Scott Funeral Chapel in Richlands,
Virginia with the Rev. Arvil Arwood, Rev. Phillip Horton, and Rev. Bob Osborne
officiating. Interment will follow at Greenhills Memory Gardens at Claypool
Hill, Virginia. Family and friends will serve as pallbearers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Winchester City, VA, Obituary
Published in Northern Virginia Daily on May
17, 2014
John Kenneth Bilbow, Jr., age 24, passed away Tuesday, May 13, 2014
at Winchester Medical Center.
A funeral service for John will be conducted at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday,
May 20, 2014 at Stover Memorial Chapel with Ken Collins officiating.
He was born August 10, 1989 in Leesburg, VA, a son of John K.
Bilbow, Sr. and Rebecca
Blankenship Bilbow. John was a 2009 graduate of Franklin County High School in Rocky
Mount, VA and had a love for motocross, football, and baseball. He was an
employee of Home Depot Distribution Center in Winchester, VA
He is survived by his parents,
John Bilbow, Sr. and Rebecca
Blankenship Bilbow of
Woodstock, VA; four siblings, Danielle Delo, Robert Bilbow, James Bilbow, and
Elizabeth Bilbow; his maternal grandparents,
Donald and Ruby Blankenship of
Fairfax, VA; Uncles and Aunts, Terry and Brenda Blankenship of Glen Allen, VA and Edward and Barbara
Bilbow of Sterling, VA; Cousin Christa Bilbow of Sterling, VA; and Niece Lilian
Delo of Burke, VA
He will truly be missed by family and friends but he will always be
remembered.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Public Records: https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/KTKS-YY8
Blankenship, Donald Lee – b.28Sep1934 -
Residence 2009: Falls Church, VA,
Relatives:
Rebecca L. Blankenship, Ruby A. Blankenship,
Wise
2013, Coeburn, Wise Co., VA, Obituary
Published in Bristol Herald Courier on
January 23, 2013
Lorraine Virginia Blankenbecler, 88, passed away Monday, Jan. 21, 2013, in
the Holston Valley Medical Center, Kingsport,
[Bristol Co.],
Tenn. She was a member of Mary's Chapel Church serving as secretary of the
Sunday school; a member of the Order of Eastern Star No. 153, Coeburn and
Rebekah Lodge.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Beecher and Ethel Perry;
her husband, Ralph Leslie Blankenbecler; and a grandson, Lee Blankenbecler.
Surviving is a daughter, Cathy B. McConnell of Kingsport; two sons,
Larry Blankenbecler and wife, Kathy, of Lexington, Ky., and Garry Blankenbecler
of Coeburn; three brothers, David Perry of Coeburn, Beecher Perry of Marion, VA,
and Greg Perry of Coeburn; a sister, Brenda Goodnough of Culpeper, VA; five
grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
The family will receive friends Thursday, Jan. 24, 2013, at 5 to 7
p.m. at the Sturgill Funeral Home, 310 6th St. NW, Coeburn. Funeral Services
will follow at 7 p.m., with the Rev. Marty Puckett officiating. Graveside
services will be conducted 11 a.m., Friday, Jan. 25, 2013, at the Greenwood Acres
Cemetery,
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Wise, Wise Co., VA, Obituary
The Roanoke Times, (VA) - February 5, 2014
Mr. Winston D. (Hammer) Baker was born September 3, 1959 to the
late Clinton and Cora Baker in Pulaski, VA On January
30, 2014, our Heavenly father in his infinite wisdom called to his reward,
Winston (Hammer) Baker. God sent his angel to Giles Community Hospital [Pearisburg,
Giles Co., VA]and closed
his eyes in that peaceful sleep, surrounded by his wife, and loving family.
Winston was a graduate of Pulaski County High School Class of 1978
and employed with New River Valley Truck Plant.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Clinton and Cora Baker and
a sister, Peggy Baker.
He leaves to mourn his loving wife, Angela Baker; daughters,
Tenisha Holmes, April Corn (Shannon) of Raleigh, N.C., Marcus Baker of Radford,
Dominque Biggs; stepchildren, Nicole, Terry, and Trey Freeman; one brother,
Ronnie Baker; sisters, Mary Frances Henderson (James) of Roanoke, Carrie Clark
of Dublin, Jenny (Gary) Redd of Pulaski, Ellen (Sammy) Poindexter of Dublin,
Polly (Cory Robertson) Baker, and Desera Baker both of Pulaski; the new
addition to the Baker Family, triplets, Keyon, Daejon,and Laron Baker; a
special mother-in-law, Jenny Edwards of Pearisburg; brother-in-law, Darren
Blankenship ; sisters-in-law,
Vanessa (Jeff) Perkins, and Carl Evans (Mike Kirk); special friends, Prince Banks and Alfred "Al" Blankenship ; and a host of nieces, nephews, other
relatives and friends.
A funeral service will be held at 4 p.m., Saturday, February 8,
2014 at Refreshing Center Church of God of Bob White Blvd. Rev. Gary Hash will
deliver the eulogy. Interment will be held in Birchlawn Cemetery, Pearisburg, VA
Arrangements by Serenity Funeral Home and Cremation Service.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
http://www.zabasearch.com ; Winston D’ Baker -
6312 Stephens Rd., Wise, VA 24293
Wythe
+2014, Ivanhoe, Wythe Co., VA, Obituary
Wytheville Enterprise (VA) Date: October 22, 2014
Dorcas Lennette Wolfe, 64, of Ivanhoe, VA, passed away Saturday, October 18, 2014. She
was born January 26, 1950, daughter of the late Haze and Pearl Beavers Blankenship.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Bill Wolfe; and her sisters, Brita
Satterfield and Greta Miller.
She attended Bakers Chapel P. H. Church. Dorcas was a loving
mother, companion, grandmother and sister.
She is survived by her son, Billy Wolfe, Jr. of Roanoke; companion
of 39 years, Ronnie "Buzzy" Hudson; her sisters, Chris Rice of Max Meadows, Mary Jennings of Galax, and Vicki Clontz and
husband, Mike of Hillsville; her brothers,
Tommy Blankenship and wife, Jan of New Market, Tenn., and Ronnie Blankenship and wife, Debbie of Montross, VA; her granddaughter,
Kendell Mae Wolfe; special sister-in-law, Bonnie Owens of Max Meadows; step
children, Ronnie Lee Hudson, Rodney Hudson, and Rhonda Klann; and numerous
nieces and nephews..
Funeral services were held Monday, October 20, 2014, at 7:00 p. m.
at the Bakers Chapel P. H. Church with the Reverend Jim Tunnell officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Wytheville, Wythe Co., VA, Obituary
Published in Wytheville Enterprise on January
5, 2013
Maude L. Umberger, age 103, of Wytheville, VA, passed away Tuesday,
Jan. 1, 2013. She was the daughter of the late Royand Lottie Walters Lindamood.
She was preceded In death by her husband,
Cornelius Umberger.
She is survived by her daughters, Alma R. Testerman and Vivian
Blessing, both of Wytheville; son and daughter-in-law, E.N. and Gladies Catron
of Wytheville; special Nieces Edna
Davenport and Jean Blankenship; and many special grandchildren, great
grandchildren, and great great grandchildren.
Funeral service will be Friday 1 p.m. in the Grubb Funeral Home
Chapel conducted by Brian Wolford. In
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2013, Wytheville, Wythe Co., VA, Death
Published in
Wytheville Enterprise on April 27, 2013
Pansy Archer Blankenship, age 81, of Wytheville, passed away Thursday, April 25, 2013. Arrangements will be announced later by
Grubb Funeral Home.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Wytheville,
Wythe Co., VA, Obituary
Wytheville Enterprise (VA) - May 1, 2013
Pansy Archer Blankenship, age 81, of Wytheville, passed away Thursday, April 25, 2013, at
Warm Hearth in Blacksburg [Montgomery
Co., VA]. She was the daughter of the late Frank and Eva Kincer Archer.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Howard
Rudolph Blankenship.
She was survived by two daughters; and one granddaughter.
Graveside services were held Friday at 10:30 a.m. in the West End
Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
SSDI; Blankenship, Howard, 49, 10Dec1931 -
??Mar1981, Wytheville, Wythe, VA, VA-227-34-2858
1940 Census,
Wytheville District, Wythe Co., VA,
Blankenship,
Raymond 32, M, VA, Head,
Blankenship,
Ethel 33, F, VA,
Wife,
Blankenship,
Rudolph 08, M, VA,
Son,
https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/VR12-QGD
1940 Census,
West Ward, Wytheville, Wytheville District, Wythe Co., VA,
Reed, Flora 75, F, VA, Head,
Archer, H. Frank 37, M, VA, NephewL,
Archer, Eva D. 30, F, VA, Niece,
Archer, Frank A. 13, M, VA, GNephew,
Archer, Robert R. 11, M, VA, GNephew,
Archer, Pansy L. 08, F, VA, GNiece,
https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/VR1K-5S8
2013, Wytheville, Wythe Co., VA, Obituary
Published in Roanoke Times on July 21, 2013
Dr. Betty Vance Craft died Friday, July 19, 2013, after a long
courageous battle with cancer.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Don; parents, Paul and
Etta Bostic Vance; and a brother, Marvin Vance.
Left to cherish her memory are her son, Kevin; her sister, Joyce
Pritt; and brother, Paul and wife, Barbara; sisters-in-law, Joyce Vance, Charlotte Craft, Betty Townsend and June Blankenship. Several nieces and nephews also survive.
Betty was born April 20, 1938, in Monroe County, WV She graduated
from Union High School, Concord College, Central
Michigan University and earned her Doctorate from Virginia Tech. She was a
Medical Technologist at the Appalachian Hospital in Beckley, WV, and taught at
Alderson High School in Bluefield and Fort Chiswell High School.
In 1970 Dr. Craft joined the faculty at Wytheville Community
College and served the college well as an outstanding teacher and instructional
leader until her retirement June 1, 2002. She held the rank of Program Director
of the Medical Laboratory Technology Program at the time of her retirement. Dr.
Craft was recognized and honored for excellence in teaching by her colleagues
through receipt of various awards which included the WCC Improvement of
Instruction Award, the Virginia Community Colleges Association Faculty Showcase
Award and National Institute for Staff and Organizational Development Teaching
Excellence Award. Most important of all, she gave generously of herself to the
students of the Medical Laboratory Technology Program by supporting them
through her roles as teacher, mentor and friend. Betty was recognized by
Wytheville Community College as Professor Emeritus in 2005 for her dedicated
service as teacher and scientist.
Betty was an active member of the Wytheville Presbyterian Church
and attended Circle 1. She served as State Treasurer of the Virginia Retired
Teachers Association for many years as well as serving on local committees of
the organization. She was co-chairman for recruiting volunteers for the Red
Cross Bloodmobile. Betty was a former member of AAUW, Delta Kappa Gamma and was
past president of the Wytheville Woman's Club.
Services for Betty Vance Craft will be held 10 a.m. Tuesday, July
23, 2013, at the Wytheville Presbyterian Church with Dr. John DiYorio
officiating. Interment will be 2 p.m. at the New Lebanon Cemetery in Pickaway, WV
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2013, Wytheville, Wythe Co., VA, Obituary
Wytheville Enterprise (VA) - September 4, 2013
Mary Etta Brewer Sloper, 85, of Wytheville passed away Sunday, August 25, 2013. The daughter of the late James and Maude Virginia Crigger Blankenship.
She was preceded in death by her first husband, John Walter
"J. W." Brewer Jr.; second husband, Leroy
"Sonny" Sloper; son, Timothy Byron Brewer; grandson, Jody Brewer;
great-grandson, Joseph Nathaniel Gordon.
She is survived by her sons and daughter-in-law Johnny and Jackie
Brewer, of Wytheville, Jeffrey Keith Brewer, of Speedwell; sisters and
brothers-in-law Rhea Johnson, of Keesville, Gladys Brewer of Johnson City,
Tenn., Barbara and Cecil Hall, of Bumpass, and Joan and Larry Miller, of
Wytheville; brother and sister-in-law, Barney and Sue Seagle, of Ft Chiswell;
grandchildren and spouses Timothy Lee Brewer, of Dublin, Kelli and Mark
Winbourne, of Crockett, and Nathan and Yvonne Gordon, of Wytheville;
great-grandchildren, Dakota, Jayden, and Kolbi; step-grandchildren, Sherry and
Wes Eversole, and Jerry and Lorie Ward; and special care givers, Betty Parks,
Pam Wynn, and Donna Andrews.
A funeral service was held Wednesday, August 28, 2013, 2 p.m.. at the Grubb Funeral Home
Chapel with the interment in the Speedwell United Methodist Church Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com