Buddy Blankenship, son of Roy Blankenship and the late Patricia Ann Schaefer Blankenship was born on Jan. 20, 1965, in Cape Girardeau and departed this life on Saturday, March 6, 2021, at his residence in Scott City at the age of 56 years.
Buddy was a former employee of Buzzi Unicem, member of Lodge 3775 Cape Girardeau Eagles and was an avid St. Louis Cardinals fan. He enjoyed going to Concerts, riding his Harley Davison, and being part of Florida Gator Nation.
Besides his father, Roy Blankenship of Jacksonville, Florida; other survivors include two sisters, Sondra (Michael) Brunke of Jacksonville and Teresa Pool, also of Jacksonville; one special friend, Grace Burton of Scott City; one nephew, Collin Brunke; three nieces, Channah Pool, Macyra Pool and Abby Pool; also, by other relatives and many friends.
No services were held. Amick-Burnett Funeral Chapel was in charge of arrangements
Online Condolences: www.amick-burnettfuneralchapels.com.
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