In Memory Of...
" Our Deepest Sympathies"
In loving Memory of Our Family members who have been called home by Our Heavenly Father. May it not be a time of sorrow but a time to rejoice in knowing that our loved ones are in the arms of our Heavenly Father.
Psalm 23
1 The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.
2 He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters.
3 He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake.
4 Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.
5 Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over.
6 Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever.
Lymus Lee Blanding
Lymus Lee Blanding passed away February 16, 2025.
On March 7, 1940, the late Robert Blanding & Beatrice Denson Blanding became the proud parents of Lymus L. Blanding in Clayton Alabama. Lymus L. Blanding departed this life on Sunday, February 16, 2025, surrounded by his family, at his home in Pittsford, NY.
Lymus graduated from Barbour County Training School, in Clayton, Alabama. Lymus had a passion for sports. He excelled in track and basketball in high school. In 1961, on December 22 nd, Lymus entered into holy matrimony with Ruby Smith. From this union, 1 daughter, Gwendolyn Evans and 1 son, Lymus L. Blanding Jr. were born. He served in the Army and was stationed in Korea. He was an active member of the International Free and Accepted Modern Mason Inc., and Order of the Eastern Star (Mitchell Lodge, Rochester, NY). He was employed at Sibley’s, Northside Hospital, Highland Construction Company as a Mason. He retired from Regional Transit Service (RTS) after 30 years of service. Lymus participated in professional bowling leagues for over 30 years.
He previously attended Holy Trinity Baptist Church. He is survived by 3 siblings: Frances Pringle, Robert L. Blanding, and Jeanette Bentley (Harry Bentley Jr.), and sister-in-law, Annie Blanding. He loved his family, especially his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Lymus is survived by his wife Ruby Blanding, daughter, Gwendolyn Evans (Tyrone Evans), son, Lymus L. Blanding, Jr. (Cynthia Blanding); 8 grand children,16 great grand-children, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and other family and friends.
Lymus L. Blanding is preceded in death by Robert Blanding (father), Beatrice Denson Blanding (mother), and 5 brothers Earnest Blanding, Eddie Blanding, Eldridge Blanding, Willie Blanding, and Isaiah (Ike) Blanding.
Lymus’ Funeral Service will be held FRIDAY February 28, 2025 at 9 AM (CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE LIVESTREAM) in the Interfaith Chapel of Miller Funeral and Cremation Services, Inc. (3325 Winton Rd. S.) Interment with Military Honors will take place at Western NY National Cemetery (1254 Indian Falls Rd, Corfu, NY 14036) at 1 PM.
Our cousin Michael Craig Stackhouse II entered into eternal rest on March 26, 2024. Michael was a devout Christian who loved serving the Lord. He was born in Lima, Ohio. He joined the United States Army where he was a Physician Assistant. He retired at the rank of MAJOR. Michael was married to Jamillah and together they have seven children.
Life Celebration for Michael C. Stackhouse, II. Saturday, April 6, 2024. 11AM Ebenezer Baptist Church, 101 Jackson Street, NE. Atlanta, GA 30312. Viewing 1 Hour prior to service. Interment will take place, Monday, April 8, 2024. 10:30AM Ga National Cemetery, Canton, GA.
Elizabeth Williams
Family,
It is with deep sorrow to inform you of the passing of Our beloved Elizabeth Williams, widow of Carey Williams, mother of Cynthia, Angela, and Jeanette, passed away on December 27, 2022.
Flowers contact:
Battle & Battle Funeral Home
434 South Seale Road
Phenix City, AL 36869
334-298-8951
434 South Seale Road
Phenix City, AL 36869
334-298-8951
Cards/Condolences may be sent to:
Williams Family
Williams Family
3816 Melvin Drive
Atlanta, GA 30331
Angela Anderson
111 Bella Cima Drive
Austin, TX 78734
Family,
Courtney Edwards, the only child of Natalie English, daughter of the late John Blanding, died tragically in a work-related accident at Montgomery Regional Airport in Montgomery, AL on New Year’s Eve. Courtney was 34 years old. She leaves to mourn her mother, Natalie and three children, Quinton - age 12, Alexander - age 9, and Natalie - age 8.
Please keep the family in your prayers.
Memorial Services
Friday, January 13, 2023 at 1:00 PM
Church of The Highland
4255 Taylor Road
Montgomery, AL 36116
Condolences may be sent to :
Ms. Natalie English
2119 Capitol Ave
Montgomery, AL. 36107
Magnolia Funeral Home
901 South McDonough St
Montgomery, Alabama 36104
334-265-0622
Courtney Edwards, the only child of Natalie English, daughter of the late John Blanding, died tragically in a work-related accident at Montgomery Regional Airport in Montgomery, AL on New Year’s Eve. Courtney was 34 years old. She leaves to mourn her mother, Natalie and three children, Quinton - age 12, Alexander - age 9, and Natalie - age 8.
Please keep the family in your prayers.
Memorial Services
Friday, January 13, 2023 at 1:00 PM
Church of The Highland
4255 Taylor Road
Montgomery, AL 36116
Condolences may be sent to :
Ms. Natalie English
2119 Capitol Ave
Montgomery, AL. 36107
Magnolia Funeral Home
901 South McDonough St
Montgomery, Alabama 36104
334-265-0622
Family,
Please keep our cousin Shawn Blanding Harris and her husband Tony Harris in our prayers. Tony's mother Avis Harris passed on Friday, December 23, 2022. She was a devoted servant of God for her entire 74 years of life and is irreplaceable to her husband of 52 years and two sons.
Funeral Service:
January 21, 2023 at 11:00 am (EST)
Kingdom Builders Ministries
10190 SW 168th Street
Miami, FL 33157
305.969.2588
Internment:
Graceland Memorial Park South
13900 SW 117th Ave
Miami, FL 33186
Flowers Contact:
Paradise Memorial Funeral Home
14545 Carver Drive
Miami, FL 33176
Please send condolences to:
Harris Family
3332 Parkwood Drive
Houston, TX 77021
Family,
It is with deep sorrow to inform you of the passing of our cousin Juanita Martin on January 1, 2023. Juanita, mom to Benzell and Sylvester Long, and sister of the late Carey Williams lived in Columbus, Georgia.
Viewing:
Thursday, 1/5/2023
3:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Funeral Service:
Friday, 1/6/2023
Service 11:00 a.m. (EST)
Battle & Battle Funeral Home
Chapel
434 S. Seale Road
Phenix City, AL 36869
334.298.8951
Repast:
Immediately following service
Total Man Ministry
810 14th Street
Phenix City, AL 36867
Burial:
2:00 pm (ESI) on Monday, 1/9/2023
Fort Mitchell National Cemetery
Please send condolences to:
Long Family
5 Hannahatchee Court
Columbus, GA 31907
706.689.2263
Please keep the family in your prayers.
