James Blankenship 81 of Bellmead passed away Sunday November 9, 2008. Services will be 2 pm Wednesday November 12, at Waco Memorial Park Mausoleum Chapel. Mr. Blankenship was born April 8, 1927 in Arp, TX to Foster and Leedale (Stone) Blankenship. He served in the Navy and retired from Owens Illinois Glass Plant in 1984 after 32 years of service. He was preceded in death by his parents and 1 brother William Blankenship. Survivors include his wife Bonnie Blankenship of Bellmead, daughters, Donna Andrews, Robin Blankenship, Cindy Kinchen and Brenda Burney all of Waco, Bonnie Boorman of Winsboro, son, James PenaDela, 9 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren.