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Michael Blankenship Obituary
Funeral services will be Wednesday at Culley MeadowWood Chapel with interment to follow at Culley MeadowWood Memorial Park. Visition will be today at the Culley MeadowWood Funeral Home, 700 Timberlane, Tallahasse, Fla.
Memorial contributions may be made to Life Quest, 720 S.W. 2nd Ave., Suite 570 Gainesville, FL 32601, (352) 733-0350.
He was born in Abbeville and moved to the Havana area in 1973 from Dothan. He was the vce president of Blankenship Contracting, Inc., formerly Blankenship and Lee, of Tallahassee, Fla. He was a member of Capital City Rotary Club, member of Ducks Unlimited of Havana, board of directors with the Farmers and Merchants Bank, former board of directors withThe Southern Bank, First Bank Of Tallahassee and South Trust Bank. He was a member of Big Bend Time Keepers, life director of Underground Utility Contractors of Florida, former member of Florida Industry Licensening Board. In 2006, he received the Ethics in Business award from the Rotary Clubs of Tallahassee. In 2002, he designed and built Skate Park for the City of Tallahassee City Parks and Recreation Department. In 2000 and 2006, he was U.U.C.F. Contractor of the Year.
Survivors include his wife of 41 years Gayle; daughters, Kelly Blankenship Holloway of Ocala, Fla., Kristy Wilson and husband Paul of Charlotte, N.C., Katy and Kerry Blankenship of Tallahassee; brothers, Jimmy and wife Carolyn of Dothan, John and wife Cathy of Abbeville, Doug and wife Helen of Dothan; sisters, Lee and husband Jewel Overton of Powder Springs, Ga., Janette Givens and husband Wayne of Panama City, Fla., Judy and husband Jerry Ambercrumbie of Louisville.
Culley MeadowWood Funeral Home and Memorial Park in Tallahassee, Fla., (850) 893-4177, is in charge of arrangements. Sign the guest book at www.dothaneagle.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Michael Blankenship
Rosie Justice
November 15, 2007
Gayle, I was so excited to hear of Mike's lung transplants and then so sad to hear he had passed. Even in this Mike was helping others because I am sure his surgery helped the medical industry to learn more. I am so sorry we have not kept in closer contact and that I was not there for you in your time of grief. Please know that I still love you like a sister and my heart goes out to you and your family as we participate in this great circle of life.
Amy Bass Powell
October 2, 2007
I was very close with Mike and he was like my second dad, I had the honor to be with him during his transplant and during his last days. He was the most honest man I ever met. I just wanted to write today because I wanted everyone to know there is a day that does not go by I do not think of him. This weekend I had trouble with my watch and it made me cry because, I knew I could not call him to fix it. He will be truly missed. My thoughts our with Gayle and the girls.
Felicia Hix
September 21, 2007
Gayle, sorry to hear of your loss. Not an easy road, but with God's help you can overcome. He has all the answers to every question.
Felicia Strickland Hix
Cam Fentriss
September 21, 2007
To The Family of Mike Blankenship - My deepest sympathies. Mike was a true statesman and a great asset to the CILB and to the construction industry in Florida. Tallahassee has lost a pillar for our community.
Agnes Stephens
September 20, 2007
Mike will be greatly missed by everyone who knew him. When he first moved to Tallahassee, he was one of the first to recognize that women could be contractors as well as men. My sympathy goes out to your family.
Mary Vann Perkins
September 19, 2007
Please accept my deepest sympathy.
Jayne Trawick
September 19, 2007
I am so very sorry to hear of your loss, it was a loss for all of us. I am honored to have been able to work with Mike, who I jokingly called the "Overachiever" in pulmonary rehab. From what I have learned he was an "Overachiever" with his whole life. My prayers and sympathies are with his family and friends. With deepest regards, Jayne Trawick RRT
Carey Smith
September 19, 2007
Dear Blankenship family,
I had the true pleasure to take care of Mike after his lung transplant in rehab. He was an inspiration to me and all the other patients. He was one of those people who always gave back to others. I will miss his smile. My thoughts are prayers are with your family.
Patti Straatsma
September 19, 2007
We are very sorry for your loss. Mike was an inspiration to many transplant friends. We will miss his smiling face and giving spirit. Our deepest sympathy on behalf of the Heart/Lung support group.
Kevin Trim
September 19, 2007
My sincerest condolences to the Blankenship family. As a consultant that assists contractors with licensing issues, I frequently had to deal with the Construction Board and I could always count on Mike's level headed view of the issues. He commanded a level of respect and wisdom that few men could. He will be sorely missed by all those that knew him.
Jack Wolff
September 18, 2007
My sincerest condolences to the Blankenship family. When I was president of the Oak Ridge Neighborhood Association, Mike was one of our neighborhood's most willing and generous supporters. He never said no whenever there was a need to help others. He was truly an outstanding person who will be missed.
Loyd & Frances Strickland
September 18, 2007
Our love and prayers are for the Blankenship Family. May you feel Gods love and support.
Jack Green
September 18, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you. Mike was a good man and will be missed. May God Bless your family.
Sarah K
September 18, 2007
Gayle I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Please accept my condolences.
Dennis Stinson
September 18, 2007
To all the family: My dearest thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time and always. Love you all.
Jim Bax, Sr.,Tallahassee, Jim Bax, Jr., Ohio
September 18, 2007
Our hearts go out to the Blankenship family. Mike was a dear friend and brought honor to the Florida construction industry. His leadership was highly regarded by his peers and his strong sense of ethics never waivered. We are among the countless many who will miss Mike.
Peggy Rigsby
September 18, 2007
Gayle, it's been years but some things bring us back together. I am thinking of you and this difficult journey you will have. Take the support of friends and family and be kind to yourself. While I didn't know Mike, he sounds like a great friend to many. Take care.
Peggy, Charlie, and Hank
Broward Davis
September 18, 2007
Mike was one of the best. I enjoyed working with him on projects in Tallahassee for many years and valued him as a friend and professional. Mike will be missed. My condolences to the family.
Havana Ducks Unlimited Committee Members
September 18, 2007
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Hanson Pipe and Precast Jack Brackin and Shannon Helms
September 18, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time of sorrow.
Rick Deal
September 18, 2007
We extend our deepest sympathy to the Blankenship family. I was honored to have known Mike and worked with him over the years. He was a true friend and will be missed by many. May God’s peace surround and sustain you all during this time. Rick and Glenda Deal
Les Smith
September 18, 2007
When Mike was a member of the CILB and I was a DBPR Investigator he was my go to guy who always had the answers. Mike was always ready to help and he will be missed by many. My sympathy to the family.
Mr. & Mrs. Eugene Armstrong
September 18, 2007
Please accept our deepest sympathy.
Donnie Phillips
September 18, 2007
My condolences to the family. I have known Mike for years through working with him in permits throught Dept. of Transporation. It was a privilege to have known Mike and have him as a friend.
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