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Margaret Blankenship Obituary

Margaret Ann Blankenship, 78, died peacefully Friday night at her Vallejo home after a courageous battle with cancer.She is survived by husband, Art Blankenship; granddaughter, Amber Challenger; daughter, Denise Challenger; and dog, Aurora.Marge was born on November 25, 1942 in Oakland. She moved to Vallejo as a baby and would become a lifetime resident.Marge's love for animals and fierce competitive nature would lead her to the purebred dog.She would become a successful professional handler and an icon in the Australian cattle dog world. Her contributions to the breed are indelible and her legacy lives on in her bloodline.When she wasn't busy with her dogs Marge loved gardening and developed a passion for painting in her later years. Her award-winning roses are a fixture at county fairs and her intimate portraits were often adorned with blue ribbons. It didn't matter what she was doing; Marge was a winner.A celebration of life is being planned but no dates have been set.
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Published by Times Herald Online on Jun. 22, 2021.

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David and Rebecca Mullin

June 29, 2021

We are so very sorry for your loss. We are here for you anytime. We love you

Ron and Marilyn Rohrer

June 27, 2021

Art, we are deeply sorrow for your loss. Wishing you peace and
comfort during this difficult time.

Anastacia M Eschenburg

June 24, 2021

Grandma I know we didn´t see eye to eye but I loved and admired you I´m glad I was able to say goodbye now your free with mom and gram and aunt Donna please watch over us I´ll do my best to make sure amber and art are ok I´m glad Stassi got to meet you Rest I´m peace Forever in my heart!

Sharon Murray

June 23, 2021

So sorry to hear of Marg´s passing. I am her 1st cousin from MN. We met just once many years ago when she came here with Laura Lee. More recently, I have a wonderful phone conversation with her. You have my love and deepest sympathy. Sharon Stevens Murray (daughter of Eleanor Margaret Hoffman Stevens, your Grandfather Don´s youngest sister.)

Demetra Stall- Nash

June 22, 2021

Marge was a good old gal she told it how it was whether you liked it or not but I admired her tenacity in life! She fought a very hard battle with cancer! May her soul rest in peace and her memory be eternal! Sending prayers to all of the family and friends who loved her!!!

With Love Always, Ron and Deme Stall- Nash

Kathy Delpero

June 22, 2021

Marge I will miss you dearly, you will always be in my thoughts. We had fun times together and went through our own ruff times, but always laughed at it all. Rest In Peace my friend.

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