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Ed Blankenship Obituary
Ed Blankenship, age 65 of Franklin, passed away Wednesday, April 5, 2023. He was born June 11, 1957 in Fort Ord, California the son of Charlie and the late Doris Jean Blankenship.
Ed is survived by his wife Betsy (Marsh) of 35 years; son, Taylor (Molly); two daughters, Allie (Chris) and Emmie (Tyler); grandchildren, Noah, Finn, Ripley and Anna; and sisters, Carol Yarbrough and Durinda Spicer; several nieces and nephews; and by numerous family and friends.
Ed was a graduate of Bellbrook High School. He attended the University of Montana and spent his free time in nature and traveling with his rugby team. He was proud of his country and enlisted into the Marines, National Guard and the Army Reserves. He loved being surrounded by family and friends, and impacted the lives of those around him through his volunteering; as a coach for his children's sports teams, as a Boy Scout and Girl Scout troop leader, and as a devoted son, brother, husband, father and grandfather. He enjoyed riding his motorcycle and was always ready with a joke or story to share.
A Memorial Visitation will be held Thursday, April 13, from 5:00PM to 7:00PM at the Newcomer Centerville Chapel, 820 Miamisburg-Centerville Rd. Dayton, OH 45459. Please visit www.newcomerdayton.com to share a memory in the family guest book.
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Gary A. Shields
April 3, 2025
I think of Ed every now and then and remember the great times we had working together.
Gary A. Shields
April 13, 2023
Bestsy and family, I am so sorry to hear about Ed' s passing. The world is a lesser place without him. He was a great friend and boss, I will always remember him for being kind and caring and fun to be around. I never grew tired of his stories even if I heard them more than once. I know how much he loved spending time with his family through his stories . He was a special guy !!
Gary Shields
Carl Spray
April 11, 2023
Betsy and family, my condolences at this difficult time. I remember Ed from days of rugby. Nearly 40 years ago. Remember the good times you shared.
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