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James Blocker Obituary
NORWOOD - James Raymond "Jim" Blocker Sr., 76, of Norwood, passed away Saturday, April 5, 2014, at Stanly Regional Medical Center.
Mr. Blocker was born Aug. 2, 1937, in Charleston, S.C., to the late Howard Blocker and Lessie Still Blocker. He was a retired truck driver from Norandal. He was a member of Fulton Masonic Lodge and Oasis Shrine.
Jim was known for his sharp wit, sense of humor and love of all people. His memory will be forever treasured.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, Bobby Blocker; brother Howell Blocker Jr.; sister Joanne Koch; and a granddaughter, C.J. Burkette.
He is survived by his loving wife, Geraldine Bumgarner Blocker of the home; son James R. Blocker Jr. of Norwood; four daughters, Jeanne Adkins of Kannapolis, Lorei Cowherd of Norwood, Terrie Wright of Kannapolis and Marsha Lambert of Denton; sister Louise "Shug" Zissette and husband Emory of Midland; grandchildren Cricket, Scooter, Sparky, Trey, Chandler, Michaela, Heather, Trip, Venus, Christie and Haley; great-grandchildren Jacob, Damien, Gabe, Issiah and Pop's "little sweetheart," Serenity Raine.
A celebration of Jim's life will be held by his family at a later date.
Memorials: May be made to Shriner's Hospital for Children, 950 W. Farris Road, Greenville, NC 29605.
Edwards Funeral Home, Norwood, is assisting the family.
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Memories and Condolences
for James Blocker
6 Entries
Shirley Jackson
April 11, 2014
In My Pocket
I have memories in my pocket.
They rattle among the change.
My memories of you are treasures I carry wherever I go.
They are stored in bits and pieces, parts of a beautiful whole
They give me comfort when I think I am alone.
Yes, I have memories in my pocket, like so much other stuff I keep there.
But of all the treasures I have, it's the memories of you that are the most precious.
By Lamaretta Simmons
Shirley Jackson /Miles
April 11, 2014
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
blocker patty
April 10, 2014
Raymond was a very loving Daddy and Popsy. I know his family misses him greatly. He was always joking and making me laugh.
Linda
April 10, 2014
Uncle Raymond was one of the funniest, dearest, and most charismatic people I've ever know. He's always held a very special place in my heart. I have a thousand memories of him (always teasing or up to some mischief!)and I'll treasure those until I see him again. I'm sad for all of us that have to wait a while for that time, but not for him...he's on to bigger and better things!
April 8, 2014
Daddy I will be missing you all the days I have left here on earth. You were the most wonderful man I have ever known you taught me so much and I'll never forget these things I hold you close in my heart always and forever Jeanne
April 8, 2014
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
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