Barnwell – Barry Wayne Blankenship, Sr., 69 went into eternal rest June 5th, 2019. A graveside service will be held, Tuesday, June 11th, 2019 at 3 p.m. at Barnwell County Memorial Cemetery with Rev. Farrell Ray officiating.
Barry was born in Bluefield, West Virginia to the late Cecil and Josephine Blankenship. He worked for the past ten years at Augusta Fiberglass, Blackville, SC. He loved raising and caring for his chickens and spending time with his friends. He was a loving father, grandfather, brother and friend and will be missed by many.
Survivors include mother, Mary Gillam of three children, Barry (Emily) Blankenship, Jr. of Blackville, Joseph (Donna) Blankenship of Kentucky and Amy Blankenship of Tennessee. Along with mother Faith Martin and one child, Ryan (Amanda) Blankenship of Blackville. One Sister, Dixie (DeWayne) Hammet of Barnwell and six grandchildren.
He is predeceased by two sisters, Marilyn Owens, Frances Blankenship and one brother Randy Blankenship.
The family has entrusted Dyches Funeral Home and Crematory with the arrangements.
Barry Wayne Blankenship, Sr.
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