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James Blankenship Obituary

James Melvin Blankenship, 53, died Tuesday, March 4, at Winn Army Community Hospital at Fort Stewart.
He was a native of Alexander City, Ala., and had lived the past 22 years in Hinesville. He retired from the U.S. Army after 20 years as an E-7 and worked at DPW on Fort Stewart. He was of the Baptist faith.
He is survived by his wife, Maria Blankenship of Hinesville; three sons, William Blankenship, Adam Blankenship and Brian Blankenship all of Hinesville; his mother, Magdalene Blankenship of Alexander City; one brother, Timothy Blankenship of Cragford, Ala.; two sisters, Amanda Mann and Susan Hamlett, both of Alexander City; several nieces and nephews; and several brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law.
Visitation will be from 6-7 p.m. on Thursday at Carter Funeral Home Oglethorpe Chapel with funeral services at 7 p.m.
Graveside services will be on Saturday at Hillview Memorial Park in Alexander City with full military honors.
Carter Funeral Home Oglethorpe Chapel,
www.carteroglethorpe.com, has charge of arrangements.

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Published by Coastal Courier from Mar. 4 to Mar. 11, 2008.

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Leigh Ann Hogan

March 7, 2008

Maria, I just found out. I'm soo sorry to hear about James. You and the boys are in my thought and prayers. May God comfort you and your family at this time of grief. Take Care
God Bless

Lisa & Michael Jordan

March 6, 2008

Maria,
I am so sorry to hear about Jim. I just found out. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the boys. Call me anytime to talk.

Clark Family

March 6, 2008

Sorry about your loss.You will remain in our prayers.

Marianne + Sandra Zang

March 6, 2008

Maria, we are so sorry for your loss. People we love, will stay forever, for they leave traces in our hearts.

Diana Bernard

March 6, 2008

Maria, I am so sorry for your loss. My deepest condolences to you and your sons.

Scott Wisnieski

March 6, 2008

Maria - was saddened to hear of the loss of Jim. Spent many days hunting and fishing and working with him. If you need anything.

Shawndolyn Clark

March 5, 2008

Blankenship family: im so sorry about your sudden lost. this is a shock to everybody. But you live on and keep the good memories alive and with you. you are in my prayers..

Beth and Meaghan Bakey

March 5, 2008

Maria and boys:
Jim was a warm, wonderful man, and will be sorely missed by everyone who ever knew him. His smile was infectious. I know you have many wonderful memories to carry you through this impossible time.

Anonomous

March 5, 2008

Sorry for your lost i know how it feels to lose someone really close to you that you really love.

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