Montie Elmer Blankenship, 86 of Clarksville, TN passed away on Friday, April 3, 2020 at Ahava Healthcare of Clarksville. He was born in Russell County, KY on January 31, 1934 to the late Dora and Margie Blankenship. Mr. Blankenship was a retired veteran of the U.S. Army. Left to cherish his memory are his daughters; Christie Mills (Michael) of Clarksville, TN and Camille Richey (Michael) of Overland Park, KS, son; Ricky Blankenship (Annie) of Dublin, OH, sisters; Lena Camp, Sylvia Stapp, Linda Stapp and Connie Blankenship all of Russell Springs, KY, 6 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. Along with his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife of 48 years, Louoma Blankenship and brother, Randall Blankenship. Memorial service will be conducted in Kentucky at a later date. Arrangements are under the care of Gateway Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 335 Franklin St. Clarksville, TN 37040. Phone: 931-919-2600. Online condolences may be made by visiting gatewayfh.com