Elizabeth Kate Blankenship

Elizabeth Kate (Betty) Blankenship entered into rest on Monday July 28th 2025 surrounded by family and loved ones in her home in Evans Georgia. She was 81.

Known by many as Betty Kate growing up she was born in Rome Georgia on January 4,1944 to Mr. and Mrs. William Brooks of Rome, GA. She attended Sanford University and became a Middle grades education teacher, teaching in Atlanta, Georgia, Ponca City, Oklahoma, and Augusta, Georgia for over 40 years combined.

She is preceded in death by her husband; Donnie Waymond Blankenship and her granddaughter; Samantha Jordan. 

She is survived by her son; Will Blankenship, daughter-in-law Wendy Blankenship, grandson Michael Jacob and grandson Matthew Clark.

In lieu of flowers donations to local schools are encouraged.

Family visitation is from 12pm -1pm with remembrance services to follow at 1pm, at Platt's Funeral Home, 337 North Belair Rd, In Evans on Saturday August 2nd 2025.