William Alfred "Fred" Blankenship

William Alfred “Fred” Blankenship, Jr., 70, of Weatherford, Texas, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday morning, August 5, 2020.

Funeral services celebrating his life will be held on Tuesday, August 11 at 10am. Visitation will be held on Monday, August 10 from 6-8pm, Galbreaith Pickard Funeral Chapel, 913 N. Elm St, Weatherford, TX 76086.

Fred was born on February 16, 1950, in Roscoe, Texas, to William “Dub” Alfred, Sr. and Wanda Blankenship. He married Patricia “Patti” Hunter on June 1, 1969 and together they had 6 children. Fred will be remembered for being a hard worker. He was employed at Southern Marketing Affiliates and was very successful throughout his entire career. “He was loved by dealers and farmers across the state.” Fred loved the Lord Jesus and was passionate about His Holy Word. He was a member of The Gathering Church south of Weatherford and additionally was co-pastor of a House Church in his home. He enjoyed gardening, bird watching, and eating catfish. Fred will be remembered for his sense of humor and was always willing “to serve others.” Most of all, Fred will be remembered for being a loving and devoted husband, father, and Papa to his family.

Fred is survived by his wife, Patricia “Patti”; children, William Michael (Melina) Blankenship, Gregory Edward (Bridgett) Blankenship, Philip Aaron (Ashley) Blankenship, and Andrew Joshua (Kristie) Blankenship; by 9 grandchildren, Benjamin, Jeffrey, Noah, Lucy, Adria, Logan, Hunter, Gavin, and Cole; and by his sister, Shirley Ann Blankenship.

In addition to his parents, Fred was preceded in death by his children, Adria and Jonathan Blankenship.