Gary Russell Blankenship
Gary Russell Blankenship
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Gary married the love of his life Patricia Hodge on July 3, 1975, in Denison, Texas. They made a home with their son, Jason.
Gary was a long-time employee of the Union Pacific Railroad, doing many jobs over his long career. He also raised cattle out on the ranch. He was a member of Parkside Baptist Church in Denison.
Gary leaves behind his beloved family wife of 48 years, Pat Blankenship of Denison; son, Jason Blankenship and wife Jami of Denison; sister Judy Taylor of Sherman, numerous aunts, nieces, nephews, and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his parents, CR and Carmen Blankenship, and brother, Terry Blankenship.
Graveside Services will be held 11am Monday, April 29, 2024, at Cherry Mound Cemetery in Denison, Texas with Pastor Delbert Vest officiating. Honorary pallbearers will be Marcelino Cruz, Moises Cruz, Kerry Blankenship, Roger Nowlin, Jeff Sampson, and Robert Johns. Family and friends will gather to visit from 2-4 p.m. Sunday, April 28, 2024, at Fisher Funeral Home in Denison.
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Ron McBride
April 30, 2024
God Bless Gary!
Worked with him for years on the RR.
Good Man, Great Human!
I´ll miss You Brother, Enjoy being in The Arms Of The Lord.... RM
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