GAP MILLS, WV --- Danny Lee Blankenship, age 57, of Gap Mills, WV passed away Saturday, June 17, 2023 at Gap Mills, WV following injuries sustained in an auto accident.  Born July 11, 1965 in Renick, WV, he was the son of the late Guy Acie Blankenship, Sr. and Oleta Kellison Blankenship. Danny enjoyed being outdoors. He was an avid farmer, hunter, and when it came to lawn care, he was your "weed eater" guy. He loved hanging out with his family and friends, and he also enjoyed drinking a cold beer and the simplicities of life.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his step-mother, Linda Blankenship and two brothers, Guy Acie Blankenship, Jr. and Tommy J. Blankenship. Survivors include two brothers, Keith Blankenship and wife Beverley of Union, WV and Douglas Blankenship and wife Kimberly of Gap Mills, WV; one sister, Donna Reid of Caldwell, WV; seven nieces, Kimberly, Amanda, Chrystal, Brittany, Brandy, Chasity, and Nicole; four nephews, Doug, Pat, Jamie, and Michael; and numerous great-nieces and great-nephews, cousins, and friends.

In keeping with Danny's wishes he will be cremated. A memorial service will be held 7:00 p.m. Friday, June 23, 2023 at the Groves-Mann Funeral Home Chapel in Union, WV with Freddie Bostic officiating. The family will receive friends from 6:00 p.m. until the time of the service at the funeral home. Those wishing to send the family online condolences or would like to sign the online guestbook may do so by visiting www.groves-mann.com Arrangements by Groves-Mann Funeral Home in Union, WV.