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Geraldine Ellis Obituary
GERALDINE ELLIS
OMAR, W.Va. — Geraldine "Gerri" Blankenship Ellis, 72, of Omar, passed away Wed., Feb. 25, 2014.
Born Dec. 30, 1942, in Gilbert, W.Va., she was a daughter of the late Mack and Janice Blankenship.
Gerri graduated from Gilbert High School. While attending nursing school at Stevens' Clinic in Welch, W.Va., she met the love of her life, John D. Ellis. Gerri married John D. in 1963 and became a proud U.S. Air Force wife. Together they traveled all around the world making their home in Macon, Ga., Manila, Philippines, Altus, Oklahoma, Great Falls, Montana before finally settling in Omar.
Gerri and John D. enjoyed the love the Lord had blessed them with 52 to years. Gerri was a wonderful mother to Jan. She was a member of the Stirrat Methodist Church since 1978. After her daughter Jan graduated from high school, she worked several years at the WVDHHR in Logan and Boone Counties.
Survivors include her husband, John; daughter, Jan; son-in-law, David "Red" Hanlon and grandchildren, Kelsey and Zachary Hanlon; sisters, Josephine Stanskey and husband Daniel of West Palm Beach, Fla., Margie Salazar and husband Omar of Tacoma, Wash., Judy Elkins and husband Danny Sr. of Switzer, W.Va., and Kathy West and husband Fred of Raleigh, N.C. Gerri is also survived by nephews: Henry Batten of Lake Norman, N.C., Danny Elkins Jr. of Raleigh, and niece, Samantha Salazar of Tacoma.
Special appreciation to her caregivers, Dorothy Luh and Sue Sheppard, who took care of her and shared friendship with her for six years. Special appreciation to her son-in-law David who never failed to provide support to her.
Pallbearers are Rex Crane, Timmy Hooker, Jimmy Hooker, Dewey Ray Conn, Brad Crites, Ricky Workman and Scott Caudill.
Special appreciation to Dr. Kathy Harvey, Dr. Rao, along with Dignity Hospice of Chapmanville, Rev. Tom Beckett, Pastor John Godby, Pastor Harold McMillen Jr. and Logan Regional Medical Hospital.
Services will be held at noon Sat., Feb. 28, at Nighbert Memorial United Methodist Church. Visitation will begin one hour prior to services Saturday at the church.
Collins Funeral Home of Switzer is in charge of arrangements.
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Jody Stansky
March 10, 2015
My sister will be missed by all who knew and loved her. Until we meet again my dear may you rest in peace knowing you were truly loved by all.
Kathy Blankenship-West
March 2, 2015
As all of you know, my sister was a shining star who never turned anyone down, never would say a word to hurt others, always wanted to be in church even when she wasn't physically able to leave her home and loved people with every fiber of her soul. She was gentle, caring, slow to anger and would give her last penny to others. She taught us all how to love and be loved. She truly enjoyed having people around as there were always kids at the house as we grew up. I'm sure she taught more lessons to us with her actions than she ever knew. As a daughter she was my mother's best friend and as a sister, she was a mentor of life and love. I will love her always. I have no doubt her soul is at peace now, may her body finally see the peace it deserves with her walking, talking, laughing and enjoying all the angels and friends in heaven.
Linda Ellis Stalnaker
February 27, 2015
Uncle Davy and Jan, so sorry to hear about aunt Gerri. She was favorite of mine they took us every when we were around. Last time I talked to uncle Davy was just before my Dad's funeral I am sorry to here your Dad is not doing well he is going to miss your mother something terrible . Again I am so sorry I fill bad we don't know each other better.
The James N & Nadine Bailey Family
February 27, 2015
God rest her sweet soul. Praying for everyone, especially John D, Jan and the Blankenship sisters. Geri will truly be missed by all of us who loved her for so many years. She and John D were wonderful neighbors! Rest in eternal peace, Geri.
Susan Keeton
February 27, 2015
So sorry for your loss Kathy. Prayers for all of your family through this difficult time.
Peggy Vickers
February 26, 2015
Jan and family, so sorry for your loss. May you find peace and comfort in the Lord.
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