Michael J. Blankenship
Michael J. Blankenship
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NORTH LAS VEGAS, Nev. - Michael James Blankenship, 26, of North Las Vegas, NV, passed away April 23, 2009.
He was born May 21, 1982, in Springfield, IL, and was an 11-year resident of Las Vegas. He married Megan Funk on Jan. 16, 2003.
Preceding him in death were his grandmother, Martha Peratt; and grandfather, Kenneth Blankenship.
Michael was a journeyman electrician and a proud member of IBEW Local 357. He was a member of the Civil Air Patrol in Springfield and for a short time in Nevada. He attended Southeast High School until 1998 when he moved to Nevada.
Michael is survived by his wife, Megan; his son, Logan; parents, Michael and Laura (Peratt) Blankenship; sister and brother-in-law, Jennifer (Blankenship) and John Danna; sister, Angela Wheeler of Clearwater, Fla.; nephews, Cody Prosperini and Daniel Isabelle; niece, Julia Danna; grandfather, James Peratt; grandmother, Ella Mae Blankenship; and a host of family and friends too numerous to mention.
Graveside services were held April 29 at Palm Memorial Park-Northwest, Las Vegas.
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Joan Edwards
May 6, 2009
Blankenship Family,
Please accept my deepest sympathy in the loss of your son/grandson, husband, dad and brother.
Decades ago I worked for Ken Blankenship at his printing company and was somewhat acquainted with his family. While time may heal the pain of your loss, your fond memories of Michael will live on in your hearts. May they comfort you now.
Joan Edwards, USN, Retired
Courtney Stephens
May 6, 2009
Jenny Blankenship & Family - I'm so sorry for your loss. I went to Southeast with Jenny and remember her little brother Michael from our sleep-overs. My thoughts are with you and your family during this time.
Connie Leach
May 6, 2009
Jenny & Family,
I'm so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Jenny Walsh
May 6, 2009
The Blankenship Family,
I was saddened this morning to read about Michael's passing. I went to school with Michael from Hazel Dell to Southeast. I remember how he was such a kind and gentle person. Please know that your entire family is in my thoughts and prayers.
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