Thomas James Blankenhagen
Thomas James Blankenhagen
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Thomas J. Blankenhagen, 67, of Milton Township, Antrim County, passed away on February 26, 2026.
Tom was born on August 29, 1958, in Livonia, MI, the son of James and Patricia (Carelton) Blankenhagen.
He was an avid NASCAR fan, enjoyed building model cars, spending time with his buddies having cocktails and in his younger years playing basketball with his daughter and her friends.
Surviving are a daughter Tricia Hill of Traverse City, 2 grandchildren, Connor and Cora Hill, and 2 brothers Larry Blankenhagen of Seabrook, TX, and David (Suzanne) Blankenhagen of Petoskey.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
At this time no services are planned.
Arrangements are in the care of the Central Lake Chapel of Mortensen Funeral Homes.
Online guestbook www.mortensenfuneralhomes.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
2333 S. Main Street PO Box 488, Central Lake, MI 49622
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