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Jacqueline Lynn (Blankenship) Lester, 52 of Varney, WV departed this life Saturday, February 15, 2025 from her residence. Born January 15, 1973, in Man, WV she was the daughter of Rev. Jackie and Delina Jo (Cline) Blankenship of Baisden, WV.
Jacqueline is preceded in death by her paternal grandparents: Rufus and Lydia Blankenship; her maternal grandparents: Odell and Shirley Musick.
Jacqueline loved going to the beach, traveling, especially to Tennessee. She also loved spending time with her grandchildren.
Those left to love and cherish her memory in addition to her parents are her longtime companion of 30 years: Thomas Lester, Jr., of Varney, WV; daughters: Briana (Jeremy) Blankenship of Matewan, WV and Jessica Lester of Richmond, KY; her son: Jackie (Jared Matias) of Charleston, WV; grandsons: Mason Blankenship and James Thomas “JT” Stevens; her sister/best friend: April Dawn (Billy) Cline; nephew: Branson (Paige) Cline, all of Baisden, WV; her fur baby: Ruffles. She also leaves behind a host of many friends and relatives.
Friends may gather with the family Friday, February 21, 2025, from 12:00 till 1:00 pm in the chapel of Mounts Funeral Home where funeral services will commence at 1:00 pm with Rev. Winford Bradford officiating. Burial will follow in the Blankenship Cemetery at Baisden, WV.
Jacqueline will be carried to her resting place by her family and friends.
Jacqueline’s warm smile and gentle heart will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her.
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