Rita Blankenship's obituary , Passed away on June 22, 2025 in Covington, Virginia

Rita Blankenship

February 22, 1948 - June 22, 2025 (77 years old)

Covington, Virginia

Rita Blankenship's obituary , Passed away on June 22, 2025 in Covington, Virginia

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Arritt Funeral Home

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Rita Blankenship

February 22, 1948 - June 22, 2025 (77 years old)

Covington, Virginia

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Rita Blankenship Obituary

With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Rita Blankenship (Covington, Virginia), whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Rita left this world on June 22, 2025 at the age of 77, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Rita Blankenship to show support.

In the hush of twilight, as the stars twinkle in silent homage, we reflect on the legacy Rita leaves behind and her impact on the lives of her loved ones. Though Rita may no longer walk among us, her spirit lives on in the memories held dear by her family and friends, a guiding light that illuminates their paths in times of darkness.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Robert Evans and LeeAnna Evans; and her brother Billy J. Evans. She is survived by: her children, Greg Blankenship (Kathy Woodzell) of Covington and Christina Ferguson (Johnny Noell) of Roanoke; and her grandson Jackson Blankenship of Covington.

Memorial contributions may be made to Eden Church, 3740 Switzerland Trail, Hot Springs, VA 24445, c/o Kylie Brinkley in Rita Sue Blankenship's name.

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Chapel of Arritt Funeral Home
1102 S Highland Ave, Covington, VA 24426

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June 27

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Arritt Funeral Home
1102 S Highland Ave, Covington, VA 24426

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June 27

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Arritt Funeral Home
1102 S Highland Ave, Covington, VA 24426

Fri

June 27

Funeral service

Arritt Funeral Home
1102 S Highland Ave, Covington, VA 24426

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