COLUMBIANA  - Chad Thomas Blankenship, 45, passed away at 10:00 p.m. Tuesday, November 22, 2022 at Parkside Nursing Home after a valiant battle with cancer. He was born on January 12, 1977, in Salem to Roberta (Thomas) Blankenship.

Chad was a 1995 graduate of Salem High School. He made a lot of friends in the automotive industry. His customers became life-long friends and "he could sell a three-wheeled car to anybody." His billiards team won the State of Ohio qualifying match and advanced to the APA National Billiards Tournament, in Las Vegas. Chad's interests include all things automotive, golfing, hunting, shooting pool, darts and spending time with family and friends. Many of Chad's friends loved Chad like 'a brother.' Chad was a fervent supporter of Veterans and was bestowed an honorary membership to the Salem V.F.W.

Survivors include his loving mother, Roberta (Thomas) Blankenship of New Middletown; brothers, John (Kristen) Blankenship of Columbiana and Eric Blankenship of Wadsworth; nephews, Bradee Blankenship, Gage Brannon, Asher and Greyson Blankenship; and niece, Aubree Blankenship.

Calling hours will be held at Greenford Christian Church, 11767 Lisbon Road Greenford, OH 44422, Thursday, December 1, 2022, at 4:00 p.m.

A memorial service will be at 5:00 p.m.Thursday at the church with Pastor John Bush officiating.

In lieu of flowers, a GoFundMe has been established to receive memorial contributions, in Chad's honor. Please use the following link to contribute https://gofund.me/719a0b53 .

If unable to attend, you may show your support by joining our complimentary “Hugs from Home” program where your message will be attached to a balloon in the chapel to remind the family of your love and support at www.starkmemorial.com/hugs-from-home.

Caring and professional arrangements are being handled by Stark Memorial Funeral Home and Cremation Services.

To view Chad's obituary and send condolences visit www.starkmemorial.com.