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Larry Blankenship Obituary

Larry Donald Blankenship (L.D.), 80, of Emporia went to be with the Lord on January 21, 2004. L.D. leaves behind a devoted family to treasure his wonderful memory. His beloved wife of 62 years, Alice; son, Danny Blankenship and wife, Susan; daughter, Cheryl Jenkins and husband, Howard; devoted grandsons, Howard Jenkins, Peyton Jenkins, Scott Jenkins and wife, Lauren; step-granddaughter, Laura Sargeant Richardson and husband, Cliff; great-granddaughter, Haley Scott Jenkins. Son of the late Mr. and Mrs. David E. Blankenship, L.D. is also survived by his sister, Elizabeth Roach; and brother, Ted Blankenship. A veteran of World War II, L.D. was a 50 year member and chaplain of Widow Son Masonic Lodge No. 150 AF&AM. L.D. was a life time member and faithful servant of Zion Baptist Church, where he served among other rolls as trustee, deacon and a Sunday school teacher for over 50 years. L.D. will be remembered by all who knew him for his love of life, his devotion to God and family and his radiant smile that brought such joy to so many. The family will receive friends at Echols Funeral Home in Emporia on Friday, January 23, 7 to 8:30 p.m. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, January 24 at Zion Baptist Church in Skippers at 2 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to Zion Baptist Church and sent to: Cliff Rodgerster at 654 Johnson Rd., Emporia, Virginia 23847.

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Published by Richmond Times-Dispatch from Jan. 23 to Jan. 24, 2004.

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shorty williams

January 25, 2004

will truly be missed our prayers are with you clifton

Lois, Richard & Alice Bloom

January 23, 2004

We are very saddened to learn of the death of L. D. He was truly one of the finest men that we had the good fortune of knowing. Our sincerest sympathetic thoughts are

with you at this time.

Dot, Rudy & Beverly Primeau/Lewis

January 23, 2004

Dear Alice, Cheryl and Howard,



We were shocked and saddened when Missy called this morning to tell us of your very sudden loss. We shall always cherish the memory of L.D.'s vibrant smile as he walked with us to the car on Christmas evening and said that he would see us in the Spring.



Words seem so empty at a time like this, but we hope that the knowledge that others share in your terrible loss will be of comfort to each of you in the difficult days ahead.



We want you to know that we understand and care and if there is anything at all that we can do for you, please do not hesitate to let us know. You are in our daily prayers and we send our heartfelt love and deepest sympathy.



We love you,



Dot, Rudy and Beverly

Amelia Ethridge

January 23, 2004

Alice and family: My condolences on the passing of L.D. He was indeed a treasure and we shall all miss him - his friendly smile, his warmness, and his outgoing manner. Please know how much you are being thought about and how deeply your're wished the gentle comfort of sweet memories.

Les Grizzard

January 23, 2004

Deepest sympathy. He will be missed by all who knew him.

Martha Dodd

January 23, 2004

To the Blankenship family,

L.D. will forever be loved and missed in the community. My heart hurts with your hearts and I share your pain. I'm so fortunate to have known such a fine, Christian gentleman. We shall all miss him. Sincerely, Martha ("Sam")

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