Garry Ray Blankenship

Garry Ray Blankenship passed away peacefully at his residence on July 12, 2026.

Garry dedicated more than 40 years of his life to Sawyer Paving, where he worked as a heavy equipment operator. He was a hardworking man who took great pride in his work and the relationships he built throughout the years.

Outside of work, Garry found joy in cooking for others and sharing stories from his life. He had a gift for conversation and could captivate those around him with memories and tales from his past. In recent months, he began attending Sunday morning services at West Salem Baptist Church, where he found comfort and fellowship.

Garry was preceded in death by his father, James L. Blankenship; his mother, Rachel Blankenship; and his twin brother, Larry Blankenship.

Left to cherish his memory are his dear friends, Dottie Brown, Bill Hughes, Ray and Tammy Hughes, Jake and Jill Shaffer, Ronnie and Trina Moran, and Bobby Holshouser; along with many other friends and loved ones whose lives were touched by his kindness and friendship.

The family would like to express their heartfelt gratitude to everyone who helped care for and provide for Garry during the past several years. Your generosity, compassion, and friendship were truly a blessing to him and will never be forgotten.

A graveside service will be held at 10:00 am on Wed, July 22, 2026 at Cedar Lawn Memorial Park.

Garry will be remembered for his strong work ethic, his love of cooking, his memorable stories, and the friendships he treasured throughout his life. He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.