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2026
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Charlie Blades Obituary
A resident of Amite, LA Charlie M. “Sonny” Blades passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, at Belle Maison Nursing Home, at the age of 88. He was born on April 26, 1937, in Kentwood.
Charlie was a man defined by hard work, dedication, and service. He proudly served as a Louisiana State Police trooper, a role in which he earned deep respect for his integrity and commitment to protecting others. Beyond his years in law enforcement, he was well known in the community as a dairy farmer and as the owner of Blades’ Tractor, where his work ethic and reliability left a lasting impression on all who knew him.
He is survived by his beloved wife of 47 years, Donna Blades; two sons, Darrin P. Blades and Leslie Malcolm Blades; his cherished grandchildren, Jessie Blades, Mac Blades, Whitney Boutwell, and Brandon Blades; as well as numerous great-grandchildren. He is also survived by two brothers, Louis “Frog” Blades and Rex Blades; and two sisters, Juan Potts and Peggy Givens.
He was preceded in death by his son, Brian Craig Blades; his parents, Charlie Alton Blades and Ruby Cutrer Blades; and his sister, Bernadette Blades Oliver.
Visitation will be held at McKneely Funeral Home on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. until religious services at 11:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Amite Cemetery.
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Suzanne Bel Taylor
March 25, 2026
Donna, sending my deepest condolences. May your memories of a long, loving marriage sustain you until one day you are reunited. To Charlie’s children and their families- may you find comfort in his love for you. Deepest condolences to all
dannie
March 21, 2026
i often thought of mr charlie he knew no stranger always spoke to me back in hood automotive days RIP MR CHARLIE GOD BLESS ALL
Sharon Compton
March 21, 2026
Darrin I’m so sorry to hear about your Daddy. When I lost my daddy I felt like I lost my best friend. God bless your family. You have my prayers
Cookie Currier Coxwell
March 21, 2026
Donna-
So sorry to hear of Charlie’s passing. I know he made you happy and how lucky can you be for all those years. May Charlie RIP.
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Glenda Sharkey
March 20, 2026
Donna, Darrin,Malcolm and Grands...so sorry to hear about Charlie's passing. You were a loyal and devoted wife Donna and had many blessed years together. My prayers for all of you. You will reunite with him again one fine day. Cherish your memories...I am sorry.
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