Memorial Service For Prentice Blankenship - February 2, 2026

I didn't know Prentice very well.  I knew his daughter Lisa Holder and grandchildren Katherine and Lexi, however, when they were involved in the Young Performer's Theater at Davis Musical Theatre Company (DMTC) from the years 2006-8.  Prentice appeared in just one show, "Camelot," in 2007.  So, when Prentice died at age 96, and much of the family returned from Oregon for the services, I wanted to wish them well.

I was also motivated by trying to learn the identity of family member Lisa Kelly.  She seemed to know me on Facebook, but I didn't know who see was.  Turns out, Lisa Holder now goes by Lisa Kelly.  I already knew her.  Who knew?

It was nice to see them again after 18 years!

St. Mary's Cemetery. This place is big. It took me forever to find the graveside service.

Reception back at the chapel.  I was amused by the photo collection on the phone of one of the guests.  He is a tow-truck driver for AAA, and he uses his camera to duly record the reasons why vehicles stop running.  For example, photos of an endless series of mangled tires.  One tire had run over a multi-purpose tool.  Plus, tires ripped from their wheels, beltless engines, and  every possible mechanical permutation to stop a vehicle in its tracks.