Richard M. Blankenship

I was one of Rich's principal in Finneytown, and will remember him as a teacher who cared deeply about his students. He always had a joke or a story. The students always looked forward to his class! Rest in peace, Mr. B.

Mr. Blankenship was my elementary school gym teacher and I'm now 31 years old with a child of my own. I think of him regularly and was just telling my husband how great he was. I remember when he brought a bunch of us students out to his farm and showed us all the equipment and I literally thought it was the coolest thing ever! I have a great picture of he and I from Camp Campbell Gard that I treasure because it reminds me of my favorite teacher. He gave everything to us students. He was always there for us. I can vividly remember not bringing gym clothes to school on multiple occasions and he just didn't have the capacity to be a stickler on the policy! He will be dearly missed but always remembered for his kind, gentle soul. And his tan! Rest is peace Mr. B!

Mr. Blankenship, Lord you were an awesome teacher, a caring man whom loved everyone he came in contact with...i can remember having him for a PE Class substitute for Mr.V...at Whitaker...God received a true Angel..he was an awesome person and memorable...i remembered from 20 something years ago. To his family we will pray for all of you...Hearts go out to you all.

Mr. B was my P.E. colleague and friend. He cared deeply about his students. Such a good man. Rest in peace, Rich.

Richard was a wonderful, caring co-worker and friend. As a young teacher, far from home, he encouraged me to bravely take on the challenges of being a passionate advocate for children. I treasure my memories of time spent laughing and crying in his arms. He made me laugh and showed me that it was OK to enjoy life even when things were hard. Go with God dear friend.

Mr. Blankenship was a man that my boys absolutely adored. They even spent time with him at his cabin after they graduated & recently said they couldn't wait to go back. We had no idea he was sick or would've made it a point to visit him. He will definitely be missed by the Amann Family.
Thank you Richard Blankenship for the memories our family will cherish. You were truelly a big part of CNE.

Mr B was the most caring man i have ever had been blessed knowing. He was a rare educator that would go over and beyond his means to help his students. He was even there to help us parents. He showed compassion in every situation and even gave the troubled one's a reason to b better. He will b missed so very much. So very sad to hear of his passing. Rest in perfection MR B

Richard was one of the funniest and most interesting people I ever worked with. He could make anyone smile and I will miss him.

I have such fond memories of Richard from when we worked together at CNE HS and from his help with KAMP Dovetail. My condolences to your family.
Rhonda Campbell