Eric James Blankenship, 35, of Canton, passed away Saturday, November 21st. Born in Canton on September 28, 1985, a son of James F and Debbie L (Dixon)  Blankenship. Preceded in death by grandfather James E. Dixon, grandparents Anne and Buck Blankenship, aunt Kathryn Renner, and Cousin Jesse R. Blankenship. Besides his parents he is survived by sister Tifany (James) Hilton; grandmother Barb (Chuck) Carter and step-grandmother Kathleen Dixon; as well as 2 nephews Nikolas and Dominic. Eric loved his family and will be missed by all. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Never give up hope.

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