Buddy was preceded in death by his father, Willie Blankenship, and mother, Lucille Cathey.
Buddy Blankenship loved music, motorcycles, and Laura Migetz. He spent his life driving trucks, operating heavy equipment, and wearing overalls.
Buddy is survived by his son, Brandon Collins of Waco, his daughter, Dana Rae Blankenship of Leander, Texas, long-time companion, Laura Migetz and her daughters, Laura, Nikki, and Megan. He leaves behind step children Christy Flaherty of Cunningham, TN and Jason Mangum of Southside, TN. Grandchildren: Nate, Evan, Brea, Micaela, Mason, and Abigail.
You can honor his memory by hugging the necks of those you love.
