of Marion, AR
April 23, 2008 - July 20, 2020
On July 20th, 2020 at 12:01AM, Abigaile Louise Blankenship embarked on a monumental adventure and sang her very first song among the angels.
On April 23rd, 2008 at 1:46PM in Memphis, TN, Abi made her grand entrance into the world.
She was welcomed to the world by her mother, Jamie Weatherly, and her father, Dennis Blankenship. Abigaile came home to two big sisters, Kara Blankenship & Destini Blankenship. A few short years later, she gained her earthly bonus dad, Gary Swain & an eldest bonus sister, Natasha Richardson.
Her sass, spunk, and unorthodox attitude was evident far before she took her first breath, and this incredible ambience evolved throughout the 4,471 days she walked among the earth.
During her short & meaningful stay here, Abi accomplished more than many might in a hundred years. She was an avid reader, inhaling literature like air and relishing every tale. Abi Lou created art with the passion and gusto of the most renowned virtuosos this planet has ever known. She was a gamer, a learner, and an experimenter. Her singing rang through the ears and hearts of anyone blessed enough to hear it. Abi was a giver of free high fives, overflowing love, and all the jokes any person could handle.
Abi Lou was always the honest opinion when you needed someone to give it to you straight. She was a lover of animals, musicals, and everything glitter. She was an advocate for the hospital that helped her fight her best fight.
Abi was far beyond her years in intelligence and wisdom. Every individual that Abi met was greatly impacted by her off-beat impeccable strength and positive attitude despite every adversity.
Abigaile Louise Blankenship was spectacular, beautiful, astonishing, genius, sassiest, wildest, & strongest person you could ever meet. And even that is an understatement.
Abi and her family ask that, instead of flowers, donations should be made to your local animal shelter, Make-A-Wish or to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
And remember, stay AbiStrong.
A Celebration of Life for Abi will soon be announced.
Please follow her Facebook page at https://m.facebook.com/sheisabistrong/?ref=bookmarks
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50 Condolence(s)
alex (cover name)
Tuesday, February 1, 2022
i was Abi's best friend in 3rd grade. I grew up with her, moved, and my heart broke when she passed. I love and miss you Abi :)
Charlie Williams
Saturday, October 10, 2020
I was best friends with abi for 2 years before I got held back she was such a good best friends and had such a good attitude for everything if I was having a bad day she would be the one to make me happy May she Rest In Peace to we meet again
Heidi
Sunday, August 9, 2020
I never met Abi or her family. I simply followed her story from the St. Jude webpage to her own Facebook page since early on during her illness. I've checked in every few months to see how she was doing because I just couldn't forget her. Why does the death of one girl I never met make me so sad & cause me to cry for days? She was SPECIAL. Anyone who followed her journey could see this. To her family, I am sorry for your Great Loss. Heidi
Paige
Saturday, August 1, 2020
I had the immense pleasure of meeting Abi when I worked at St. Jude, and am incredibly sorry to hear that she has left this Earth. She’s the kind of kid who sticks with you even after knowing her for only a brief time. Rest In Peace.
Glen & Patsy Foster
Monday, July 27, 2020
Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you. May God wrap you in his arms of comfort at this time.
john chiozza and barbara and pam
Sunday, July 26, 2020
my dear jamie and so sad i could not have been there with you during this time of sorrow. you are in my prayers and i will be in contact..you have always been strong like your mom..abi was ome lucky little girl. we love you barbara chiozza and family
Landsn Riaf and My mom
Saturday, July 25, 2020
I am a classmate of Abi's from Richland Elementary. MY Family and I are so sorry. She was always so sweet. As I continue in school, I will never forget her and I will dedicate every good grade, every basketball shot and every football touchdown to her and the other kids at St. Jude! God Bless!
Jeff Cowgill
Saturday, July 25, 2020
To the sweetest lil gal I ever met, pulled my heartstrings ever since I first saw you at Bebe's house playing with Eli. I prayed my hardest for you but God must have needed you for something more important.
Blessings for your Mama and Sissy's and papa's, love always , your friends TT and Jeff
Rae Ann Dunigan
Saturday, July 25, 2020
Keeping you all in our prayers and hearts. Abi was always smiling and happy young lady she will be missed so much.
Paul Oberly
Saturday, July 25, 2020
Jesus loves the little children.
Cyndy Davis Henderson
Saturday, July 25, 2020
My heart is shattered! Please know that you are all in my heart, thoughts,and prayers. I am always just a phone call away! I love you all very much!!!
Mara Carter-Leigh
Saturday, July 25, 2020
Jamie and Family,
There are no words, but I offer lots and lots of prayers asking the Lord to bring you the sweetest comfort and deepest peace in knowing that your beautiful baby girl is protected and loved by the most gentle savior. All of my prayers are with you and your beautiful family. Abi's journey has touched me in a very real way.
Angela McNair
Saturday, July 25, 2020
Stephanie Green
Friday, July 24, 2020
Such a beautiful young lady. She will be welcomed by many who will show her just how much this wonderful family loves her and will continually love her. Y’all are in my thoughts and prayers with much love!
Jeff and Teresa ( Tt) Cowgill
Friday, July 24, 2020
We are praying for you guys, I'm so sorry,We love Lou Lou and your family if ya'll need anything please call
Stumpy & Debbie Williams
Friday, July 24, 2020
So sorry for you loss. Forever Abistrong!
Sherry Criddle
Friday, July 24, 2020
Jamie and family I am so very sorry for the loss of your precious Abi. Heaven definitely gained an angel. You are all in my prayers. Love you Jamie
Christy Rose
Friday, July 24, 2020
Our deepest sympathy and prayers to everyone . We are so honored that Abbi was our friend . She was a warrior that will never be forgotten . Forever Abbi Strong
All our love and prayers
Clay and Christy Rose and family
Wendy Greenwood
Friday, July 24, 2020
Our sincere and heartfelt condolences to you and your family. Heaven has most definitely gained another sweet angel - Abi.
Wendy and Momma Shirley
Amber and Eric Beard
Friday, July 24, 2020
Oh how much I wish this wasn't happening! What a strong fight she fought though! And now, she can be free! Love you guys so very much and many many prayers for you all!
Debbie Wilson
Friday, July 24, 2020
I am a friend n fellow Running on Empty teammate with Steven Reagan. Abi was so strong n dear to Steven's heart n all of ours. Praying for God to provide you all with comfort n strength in the days ahead. We will continue to help St. Jude in their efforts with research n Finding a Cure n Saving Children. Bless Abi for touching so many lives.💞ðŸ™ðŸ™ðŸ™ðŸ™
Patti Beth holzer
Friday, July 24, 2020
Thinking of each of you and ask God to please bless you with strength during this time and for you all to always remember the love that this child provided to everyone in this world and let that give you peace.
Samantha McHenry
Friday, July 24, 2020
I am so sorry for your loss I didnt know her that well but everytime i saw sweet Abby she always had a big smile on her face for someone going through so very much will be praying for the family
Shannon Jordan
Friday, July 24, 2020
I am so deeply saddened by tge news of Abi. I am praying for you all for strenghth during this time. Abi is pain free and dancing in heaven. Your family has been an inspiration to me as you all went through this battle. You always will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Pastor Billy Nichols
Friday, July 24, 2020
So sorry for your loss. I know you dont know me but I heard alot about through relatives of yours. I want you to know I'm praying for you for God to give you peace and comfort In the days to come. I prayed for Abi to be healed everyday since the day I heard about her but I know now that she has finally received her healing.
Brenda
Friday, July 24, 2020
I did not know Abigaile but when I seen her beautiful face and smile. Than I read her obituary. I wanted to say how sorry I was for your loss. May God wrap his arms around you and your family. God bless y’all. Just remember she is in the arms of our dear Lord.
Victor Bailey
Friday, July 24, 2020
Jamie - i am heartbroken - My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. God has gained another beautiful angel!!
Victor Bailey
Friday, July 24, 2020
Jamie - my condolences to you and your family. My heart is broken but God has gained another Angel.. RIP Abi ðŸ™ðŸ¾ðŸ™ðŸ¾.
Dana campbell
Friday, July 24, 2020
Abi you’ll be truly missed. You were a pleasure to get to know and run for!!! Praying for you and our family!!! Much love, Dana
Tonya Lodge
Friday, July 24, 2020
This is breaking our heart. Abi fought a long hard fight, along side of her family. Jamie and Abi will always be a staple memory in my daughter, Tori's cancer journey. St. Jude lost a good one today. Sending love and strength.
Tonya and Tori Lodge
carolyn alexander
Friday, July 24, 2020
I am so sorry for your loss. Steven Reagan is my son and learned about Abi thru him. I feel as though I knew her personally but we never had the chance to meet. I know your heart is terribly heavy, and no amount of words can comfort you. Please know that I am praying for you and your family to find comfort in the Love of Jesus.
Sarah Widner Miller
Friday, July 24, 2020
Dear Jamie and family,
My prayers and condolences are with you and your loved ones during this most difficult of times. I know from knowing you at such a young age, that Abi was absolutely blessed to have you as her mother. I know she was loved deeply. Stay strong and faithful and always know in your heart, you will see her again. I love you, many hugs and prayers sent your way.
With Love, Sarah
Bobby n Patty Smith
Friday, July 24, 2020
OH MY SWEET GIRL,I FIRST MET YOU AT A CSNCER SURVIVOR DINNER,N I KNEW THAT NIGHT I HAD MADE A FRIEND FOR LIFE,HESVEN JYST GOT SO MUCH SWEETER WITH YOU THERE,FLY HIGH SWEET ANGEL,UNTIL WE SEE YOU AGAIN.
LOVE N PRAYERS,
BOBBY,N PATTY SMITH
Chasity Adaway
Friday, July 24, 2020
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I’m so sorry for your loss. Abi, was such a beautiful person! Though, I didn’t get a chance to meet her, I can tell that she was loved by many. Her spirit will forever remain in our hearts ...
Harriet Francis
Friday, July 24, 2020
I’m so sorry to hear about Abi. She left wonderful memories and a great legacy. Prayers for your family. Love.
Christina tresca
Friday, July 24, 2020
May you rest with the angels and be cancer free little cuz you will be missed and never forgotten you fought your fight all the way until the end and you just wanted to sleep god now has another flower 🌸 for his Beautiful garden R I P
Red and Teresa Mason and Livy
Friday, July 24, 2020
Words are inadequate and nothing seems right to say. Sorry is not enough. We love you and hearts are broken everywhere for your loss of LuLu. Hugs, Love, and Prayer
Jocelyn Hammond Coombs
Friday, July 24, 2020
Lifting you up in prayer! Sending you hugs and prayers from your St. Jude family!
Monica Rooks
Friday, July 24, 2020
My heart is broken. Jamie, you and the family are in my prayers. She is an angel and she is in her heavenly father's arms.
Rita Pass
Friday, July 24, 2020
My heart is breaking for your family. So sorry for your loss and remember Arnold and I love you guys! Prayers for peaceðŸ™
Kenneth & Peggy Stephens
Friday, July 24, 2020
We are so very sorry to hear about your loss. You are in our thoughts and Prayers. Fly High sweet Angelâ¤ðŸ˜‡
CaSandra Hall-Jackson
Friday, July 24, 2020
Such a sweet spirit and I am blessed to have been in her world. I love you all so much! Praying that God continues to comfort you all.
Joni Cox
Friday, July 24, 2020
I just saw the information on Abi Lou via a Facebook post by Bree's Blessings, who we know because of our grandson's receipt of Blessings from this group due to his fight with T-cell cancer. While I was reading the obituary, it felt as if I knew her; thank you so much for so descriptively sharing Abi Lou's story. She made fantastic use of her short time here on earth. I believe that hearing about Abi Lou will inspire others which will mean that her spirit lives on. I am sending love and prayers to your family.
Kristy Simmons
Friday, July 24, 2020
I'm so sorry for your loss your family is in my prayers
Racheal Mabry
Friday, July 24, 2020
I am so sorry for your loss. Yall will be in our prayers. She will be deeply missed and treasured always.
Denise Hall
Thursday, July 23, 2020
Sorry for y’all loss.Abi sweet smile lights up the room.Now she in Heaven lighting the room up with her smile and dancing..Praying for each and every one of you during this time...We love you. Denise Hall,Candie Childers,Cody,Krista,Aiden and Brock Childers
Randy and Laura Stice
Wednesday, July 22, 2020
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, we love you guys.
Heather Reed
Wednesday, July 22, 2020
My prayers are with all of you. Abi’s smile would light up any room. She fought a long hard battle. Now she’s dancing in heaven. She’s happy and healthy. 💕
Tracey Schwieger
Wednesday, July 22, 2020
My dear, sweet girls. My heart breaks for your loss. All of you are in my thoughts and prayers. There are no words that I can give to ease the pain of losing such a blessing. I make a monthly donation to St Jude because I saw all the amazing things they do. I am glad they were close by for you.
Kara and Destini, love to you both.
Mrs. Schwieger
Lee Debbie Dunn
Wednesday, July 22, 2020
Keeping this family in prayers. So sad to here about Abby. She was a true light and now. Dancing with Jesus now