James R. Blankenship

James Blankenship Obituary

BLANKENSHIP, James R., 65, of Dade City, went to his heavenly home November 8, 2005. He was preceded in death by his wife of 33 years, Margaret Blankenship; mother, Bertha Blankenship; and brother, Jerry Blankenship. Jim is survived by his four children, Sharon Blankenship, Sheila Vaughn and husband, Mike, Pamela Bos and husband, Guy, and William Blankenship and fiance, Mary; four grandchildren, James O'Dell, Haylei Bos, Miles Bos and Caleb Hartman; and his loving partner, Joyce Holder. He was blessed with many more family members and treasured friends. Jim was a loving, devoted father and faithful, loyal friend and neighbor to many. He was always there to lend a helping hand to anyone in need. He never met a stranger. He enjoyed auto racing, which originated from his early days as pit stewart at Golden Gate Speedway and later as technical inspector at East Bay Raceway. His hobbies included camping, golfing, softball, fishing and bowling. His passion was his landscaping and plant nursery bus iness, which he began in 1988. His honesty and hard work were admired by his customers. He landscaped with great care and pride. He will be truly missed but remembered always. A funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, November 13, 2005, at the funeral home, 3207 W. Bearss Avenue. The family will receive friends 1-2 p.m. prior to the service.

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Published by TBO.com on Nov. 11, 2005.

Memories and Condolences
for James Blankenship

6 Entries

Jacquelyn Feagin

December 6, 2005

Dear Blankenship family,

Please know that Jim will live on in Luther's and my memory as one of the nicest guys we ever had the honor of knowing.

He was the kind of person who would always help anyone in need, and his help was always given cheerfully and unconditionally.

He and Earlene shared a number of their beautiful plants with us, as they knew how much I love growing things, too. I recall that after we were situated on our new homesite he brought up one of his chestnut trees and planted it for me. Earlene must have told him how much I admired the chestnut trees, and he remembered that detail, even after she had passed away.

Please take comfort in the knowledge that Jim and Earlene are together once again in a place where they know no pain or sorrow. You are all a wonderful legacy to them and their love.

Lovingly,

Aunt Jackie Anne and Uncle Luther

Terry Bollent

December 3, 2005

Dear Sheila, Sharon, Pam and Billy,

I was saddened to hear that your Dad had passed away. Take peace in knowing that your Mom was waiting for him with open arms. I can hear them both now, comparing notes on all of you with pride and love unconditional.

You are all in charge of keeping both of them alive with your memories for your children, their grand children. Time passages of your legacy are the most important things you can do for yourselves. You are all keepers of your family. I will always remember your parents with love and affection because that is what they both had for everyone they knew and loved!

If you want to get together ANYTIME please get ahold of me or Angela via email or call me anytime 813-783-1988. I know that Jay and Angela would love to see all of you. You are family no matter what and all our paths should cross more often.

My deepest most sincere sympathies to all of you. Smile when you remember as I know your parents are doing together.

Love - Your Aunt Terry (Tillman)

Angela Tillman

November 21, 2005

I was very sad to hear my Uncle Jim had passed away. Even though I had not seen him in many years, he was one of my favorite uncles & I wish I had the chance to say a last good-bye. I pray that he & Aunt Earlene are together once again looking down on all of us with love & happiness!!!

Mary Hartman

November 12, 2005

You are deeply missed every minute of every day.

Livia Dorantes

November 11, 2005

We send our sincere condolences to Sharon and The Blankenship family, from her family at The Home Depot, during this time of great loss.

If Sharon is any reflection of her parents and family, she only demonstrates love, kindness, strength, and camaraderie. In other words, she is a very special person to us at The Home Depot.

Any loss to her and her loved ones is also a loss to us.

We send our prayers to you all and hope you know that you are in our thoughts.

We are at your service should you need anything.

zoraida hernandez

November 11, 2005

My deepest sorry and condolences to sheila and the entire family and praying the Lord for the family's comfort and rest in peace jim's soul.zoraida and mom

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