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'Bo'
Mr. Blakemore, 56, of Charlotte, died on Sunday, July 31, 2005 at Presbyterian Hospital in Matthews.
Bo is survived by his wife of 35 years, Wilma; one daughter, Mendy; one son, Michael; two grandchildren, Shane and Joseph; and one sister, Julia.
As a young man, Bo was a championship winner in local cart races as well as a competitor on the local dirt tracks. Later in life, he became a renowned championship engine builder, winning races and setting records in both local and national WKA events. Bo was also a loving husband, father and grandfather. Bo was a fighter to the very end. Long live 'The Outlaw, Number 57.'
Funeral services will be held 2:00 PM Wednesday, August 3, 2005 from the chapel of Lowe Funeral Home, 4715 Margaret Wallace Road, Charlotte, NC. Burial will follow at Sunset Memory Gardens.
The family will receive friends Tuesday, August 2, 2005 from 7-9 PM at the funeral home.
Lowe Funeral Home is serving the Blakemore family.
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Daisy Mae Capps
August 25, 2005
I only found out yesterday (Aug. 24th)that Bo had passed. His son Jimmy has attended the same church I do. I saw him at the Huntersville hospital ER and he asked if I knew Bo had passed. I have known the Blakemores since I was 12 years old. They lived in the house on N. Myers Street, that really should have been on Charles Ave. We had lived in the house and had just moved to N.Brevard St. It was a big white house. My brother Curtis lived with the family for a while. He was a friend to all three boys. Curtis and the boys enjoyed working on cars. James took me to the 7th grade prom. Of course I think all the girls at that time had a crush on Johnny. It is so hard to believe that they are all gone. Bo was a lot of fun to be around, as they all were. I will be praying for the family. May God bless you all.
peter york
August 5, 2005
my name is peter york, jimmy blakemores son.i was born 9-22-71.i never had a chance to meet him but have made several attempts but failed each time.it deeply saddens me to have to find out from the paper about his death.when i saw his photo it broke my heart!i never knew i looked as much like my father as i do.it was like looking into a mirror.from what i have read and heard about my dad sounds like he was a wonderfull person and i wish i could have known him.i wanted to come to the funeral but didnt think i would be welcome.i want everyone to know that you have my deepest condolences and love.my heart is broken
Sylvia Hager
August 2, 2005
To Bo's family: I knew Bo when he was just a small kid living in Huntersville, N.C. We lived next door to his family. I was sorry to hear of his death. I just wanted you to know that you are in my thoughts and prayers and may God Bless you.
Sylvia Campbell Hager
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