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MALFORD BLANKENSHIP Obituary

MALFORD ALLEN BLANKENSHIP, 89, of Bartlett, died September 21, 2013 at home. Mr. Blankenship was a retired corporate lawyer for Kaiser Corporation, and was a graduate of Memphis State Law School. He was a member of Bartlett Baptist Church, a former musician with Mal Allen and The Melody boys, and D. J. for the country radio station WDIA. He was a U.S. Navy aviator serving in WWII, chairman for “We The People” Forum and held Dutch treat luncheons for the G.O.P. Graveside service will be 2 p.m., Tuesday, September 24 at Indian Creek Cemetery. He leaves his wife of 62 years, Jean Blankenship; daughter, Yolanda Blankenship; sons, Mitchell, Samuel, and James Blankenship; sister, Vickey Rajcich; eight grandchildren, Christina, Nichole, Jeannie, Michael, Jennifer, Samantha, Seth, and Lee Garner; eight great-grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials to Bartlett Baptist Church. Munford Funeral Home Munford Chapel (901)837-0123 brentwoodfuneralservices.com

Published by The Commercial Appeal from Sep. 22 to Sep. 26, 2013.
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Mal will be remembered and missed by his California friends and family. May peace be with Jean, his children and his grandchildren.

The Ledesma Girls and Their Families

October 9, 2013

May this candle burn brightly as a reminder of the love we shared.

Lynda Teaster & Josie Blankenship

October 9, 2013

To the Blankenship Family my heart and prayers are with you all. I loved keeping in touch with Uncle Mal and Aunt Jean. I have many good memories of them both. I pray for comfort and peace to be with you all now. Uncle Mal I will always remember my long talks with you. I loved your passion for life your sense of humor and your love for your family. Rest in Peace, I know you are now with Grandma, Grandpa and my Dad. Love you forever, Lynda Blankenship Teaster and her Family

Lynda Teaster

October 9, 2013

Jean, So sorry to hear of Mal's passing and thinking of you. You and the family are in my prayers and I love you all.

Barbara Hannis

September 27, 2013

I am sorry for your great lose. May your memories of him comfort you and the GOD of all comfort you and give you peace.

Terry J. Allen

September 26, 2013

Debbie Rajcich

September 25, 2013

September 25, 2013

My prayers and condolences for the family of Mr. Blankenship. A brilliant man who served his country bravely in World War II, and loved his family and friends dearly.

Dr. Randy Potts

September 25, 2013

You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Debra Cole

September 25, 2013

Mitch, Jim and I are so sorry for your lose. Nothing can replace a father's love except that of our Father in heaven. We are praying for you in your time of grief.

Jim and Greta Rich

September 25, 2013

sorry to hear about your dad mich

Robert Campbell

September 24, 2013

mitch We are sorry to hear of the passing of your dad, He must have been a wonderful man. Our hearts join with yours as it reaches for help from Heaven above. You will be in our prayers.
Sherry Alexander, Curtis Wilson

September 24, 2013

Mitch, Sorry to hear about the passing of your dad. Will be praying for you and your family.

Derek Kissell

September 24, 2013

Mitch ; sorry about your Dad passing away

Bebo Crouch

September 24, 2013

Mitch , sorry about your dad passing away

Bebo Crouch

September 24, 2013

Mitch, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.Please remember I am here if and when you need me. Again, sorry for your loss.

Debbie Lindsey

September 24, 2013

Mitch, our thoughts and pryers are with you and your family

Marc Turner

September 24, 2013

Mitch, Sorry to here about the passing of your father.

steve fesmire

September 23, 2013

Sorry to hear about the passing away of your dad.i see that he was a professing Christian.I am one also.The Bible says that he in heaven now.The bible describes heaven as a far better place than we can imanine.
Robert T. ( Pete ) Lawrence
Jackson,Tn. 38301

September 23, 2013

Sorry to hear about the passing away of your dad.I see that he was a professing Christian.I am one also.Your dad is in heaven now.the bible says that heaven is a for better place than we can imagine.
Robert T. ( Pete ) lawrence

September 23, 2013

Mitch,So sorry for your loss.

sammy salameh

September 23, 2013

Mitch, My thoughts and prayers are going out for you and your Family. May the the Lord ease your sorrow at this difficult time in your life. God Bless.

Thomas Bolin

September 23, 2013

My prayers will be with you.

Scott Taylor

September 23, 2013

Mitch,
I am so very sorry for your Dad's passing. From his obituary, I realize that he was a very accomplished and good person. I pray that you and your family's days ahead will be full of wonderful memories. God bless you.

Janice Wallace-TDOT Newbern

September 23, 2013

Mitch,
Iam so sorry for your loss.
May God bless your father's soul.

Mohammad (Mo) El-Balawi

September 23, 2013

So sorry for your loss. Please remember the God of all Comfort and that if you look to Him all your questions will be answered.

Diamond

September 23, 2013

I love and miss you Mal..We might have been apart from miles but you and your family are always so close to my heart..I will never forget you and the fun times with your family.You were a wonderful uncle and great man. Your sister Vicky (my mom) is very kind hearted like you..To the Blankenships: I am sorry for your loss..I miss you all and will have such wonderful memories of Mal..I love you Mal!! I miss you!!

Debbie Rajcich

September 22, 2013

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