James Hilton Blankenship, 83, Shiloh, Ga., died Dec. 4, 2007. He was born Nov. 30, 1924 in Georgia. He was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Catherine Blankenship, and a son, Joel S. Blankenship. He enjoyed farming and had worked for 40 years at Norfolk Southern Railroad. Services were at the Carl J. Mowell chapel with the Rev. Billy Patrick officiating. Interment was at Camp Memorial Park, Fayetteville. Survivors include sons, Russell and Connie Blankenship, Danny and Sharan Blankenship, and Brian and Robin Blankenship; a daughter-in-law, Judy Blankenship; nine grandchildren; and 13 great-grandchildren.

Carl J. Mowell & Son Funeral Home, Fayetteville, was in charge.