Connie J. Blankenship, 88, of Kentland, passed away on Saturday, September 3, 2022 at White Oak Health Campus of Monticello. She was born October 3, 1933 in Goodland to the late Donald and Artis Pearl (Hood) Dorton. Connie was a 1951 graduate of Goodland High School.

Her marriage was to Donald “Tater” Blankenship on May 14, 1952 in Fowler. Tater passed away on March 2, 2007.

Connie had been a hairdresser in Kentland for 20 years and court reporter for Circuit Court at Newton County Court House. Connie enjoyed Bunco Club in Kentland and was an avid sports fan following Purdue sports and the Chicago Cubs. She also spent many years watching baseball and basketball while Tater coached several local teams.

Connie is survived by her two children, Bernie (wife: Becky) Blankenship of Monticello and Cari (husband: Roy) Cozart of Kentland; brother, Dean Dorton of Goodland. 4 grandchildren, Casey (husband: Eric) Blackburn, Jennifer Hoaks, Jamie Hoaks, and Aaron (fiancé Karlie) Blakey. Connie is also survived by 6 great-grandchildren.

Preceding her in death along with her husband and parents are two sisters, Marilyn and Marcelyn.

Friends may call from 4-7 PM (CDT) Friday, September 9, 2022 at Stitz-Clapper Funeral Home of Kentland. Funeral Service 11 AM (CDT) Saturday, September 10, 2022 also at Stitz-Clapper Funeral Home. Pastor Clint Fink to officiate. Interment to follow in Mt. Gilboa Cemetery of Fowler.

Memorial contributions may be made in Connie’s name to a charity of your choice.

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