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Obituary

James Larry Blankenship, known by most as Larry, passed away Friday, February 5, 2021 at the age of 78. Born and raised in Dalton, GA, he resided in Lilburn, GA with his wife, Jean Overton Blankenship (Dalton, GA). Larry and Jean’s daughter, Susan Blankenship Lockwood, was the center of his world, and the close relationship Susan and Larry maintained was beyond special. Larry loved his son-in-law, David Lockwood, and he would move mountains for his …

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I am so sorry to hear of Larry's death. My prayers are with Jean, Susan and family.

When I met Larry 50 years ago at Joh…
I am so sorry to hear of Larry's death. My prayers are with Jean, Susan and family.

When I met Larry…
I am so sorry to hear of Larry's death. My prayers are with Jean…
I was heartbroken to hear of the passing of Larry B. He was such a sweet man. My condolences to his family. Heaven gai…
I was heartbroken to hear of the passing of Larry B. He was such a sweet man. My condolences to his…
I was heartbroken to hear of the passing of Larry B. He was such…
I cannot think of the Blankenship’s without thinking of their kindness. My earliest memories of what “parents friends” …
I cannot think of the Blankenship’s without thinking of their kindness. My earliest memories of wha…
I cannot think of the Blankenship’s without thinking of their ki…
I am so sorry to hear about Mr. Blankenship. Growing up next door to Larry, Jean and Susan are some of the best memorie…
I am so sorry to hear about Mr. Blankenship. Growing up next door to Larry, Jean and Susan are some…
I am so sorry to hear about Mr. Blankenship. Growing up next doo…

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Born

August 31st, 1942
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Passed away

February 5th, 2021
Lilburn, GA

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