Suzanne Blankenship Bolster, 80, of Durham, NC, passed away on January 22, 2019. She was born in Roanoke, VA on February 2, 1938 to the late Clarence R. Blankenship and Kathleen H. Blankenship.
Sue attended Mary Washington College, prior to marrying David. She later developed a strong, lifelong interest in genealogy, research and antiques. She successfully set up and managed several maternity wear clothing shops in three states. Sue was a successful real estate agent in the Durham-Chapel Hill area, however, above all else, took great pride in the achievements and successes of her children and grandchildren. In retirement, she and David enjoyed traveling around the world and visiting 27 different countries.
She is survived by her loving husband of 60 years, David A. Bolster; their two daughters, Leigh Barnes and Cindy Hagood (Barrett) and son, Dr. D. Eric Bolster (Sandy) and six grandchildren; Daniel Avant, Stuart Avant, Johnson Hagood, Bates Hagood, Davis Bolster and Stephanie Bolster.
A memorial service is planned in her memory at 2:00 PM on February 2, 2019 at Oakey’s North Chapel, Roanoke, VA. A private burial will be held at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens, Roanoke, VA.
In addition to flowers, memorials in Sue’s name may be made to your choice of an Alzheimer’s or Cancer research organization.
PHIL PRICE
January 23, 2019 at 10:09 amDAVE,I WAS VERY SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR LOSS. I HOPE YOU AND YOUR FAMILY ARE OTHERWISE DOING WELL.SINCERELY,PHIL PRICE
Elaine
January 24, 2019 at 7:37 amMy deepest condolences to the Bolster Family on the lost of your dear loved one may you draw comfort from God’s Love and from the Love and Support of Family and Friends to give you strength and peace during your time of sorrow
Barbara and Mel Davidson
January 25, 2019 at 1:51 pmHugs to you all. Lots of love from the Pacific Northwest. Barbara and Mel