Our beloved Laura Ruth Blankenship, 36, of Round Rock, Texas, passed on March 11, 2011. Laura was born on December 3, 1974 to Theodor and Barbara (Boynton) Stoltenberg in Wilmington, Delaware. She graduated from Georgetown High School in Georgetown, Texas where she enjoyed singing and dancing in the show choir and acting in school plays. Laura earned a Bachelor’s degree with honors in education from the University of Texas.
Laura is survived by her husband, Gregory Blankenship of Round Rock, Texas; parents, Theodor and Barbara Stoltenberg of Georgetown, Texas; brothers, Kenneth Stoltenberg and wife Patty of Tampa, Florida, Wayne Stoltenberg and wife Karen of Westlake, Texas, Paul Stoltenberg of Georgetown, Texas and Daniel Stoltenberg of Austin, Texas; niece and nephew, Cassie and Blake both of Westlake, Texas; and great aunt, Emma Tufft of Aiken, South Carolina.
Laura will be remembered for her artistic talents in music composition, playing the piano, creative writing, and acting. Her dinner guests always enjoyed her culinary skills and gracious hospitality.Laura was filled with compassion and genuine concern for the well being of others. Her beautiful smile radiated love and warmed the hearts of all around her. Laura displayed incredible courage when facing challenges in her life. She remained steadfast, loyal and committed to her family, friends and especially to Greg, her beloved husband.
Laura’s family would like to give special thanks to Dr. Jennifer Regalado-Ellis, her friend and employer and her husband. Dr. Christopher Ellis. Their children Brooke, Lauren and Rendal filled a special place in Laura’s heart. In addition, we appreciate the prayers, generosity and support extended by Patricia Blankenship of Longmont, Colorado, Laura’s mother-in-law.
Services will be private.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made in Laura’s honor to: Ocean City Tabernacle Association. 550 Wesley Avenue, Ocean City, NJ 08226 (609)399-1915 or online at www.octabernacle.org. This is where Laura and her family worshiped while enjoying many happy vacations.
Arrangements by Cook-Walden Davis Funeral Home, 2900 Williams Drive, Georgetown, Texas 78628 (512)863-2564.
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