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Lewis Bledsoe Obituary
Born January 17, 1936 in Fayetteville, TN, Lewis Wilson Bledsoe was the son of the late Charles Oakley Bledsoe and Mary Massey Bledsoe. Following graduation from Rhodes College in Memphis, TN and Union Seminary in Richmond, VA, Reverend Bledsoe served in the pastoral ministry in Newport News, VA, Greensboro, NC, and Charlotte, NC. He also served the Presbyterian Church USA in many capacities at the Presbytery, Snyod, and General Assembly level.
Reverend Bledsoe, who was presently serving as interim pastor of Selwyn Avenue Presbyterian Church, recently retired following a 29 1/2 year pastorate at Steele Creek Presbyterian Church.
Survivors include his wife, Brenda Bledsoe, to whom he had been married 43 years; two daughters, Kimberly Davenport, her husband, Harry, and Kelly Bledsoe; and five grandchildren, Page and Taylor Hall, and Hannah, Alex and Brett Davenport, all of Charlotte.
Three sisters, Betty Burnum, Mary Etta Bledsoe, and Lila Burnette, all of Fayetteville, TN; his mother-in-law, Nadene Bowden of Charlotte, as well as nine nieces and nephews, also survive him.
A funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Monday, April 22 at Steele Creek Presbyterian Church. The Reverend Lisa Nelson of Selwyn Avenue Presbyterian Church will officiate with The Reverend Chuck Williamson of Steele Creek Presbyterian Church assisting. Interment will follow in the church cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Steele Creek Presbyterian Church, 7407 Steele Creek Rd., Charlotte, NC 28217, Selwyn Avenue Presbyterian Church, 2929 Selwyn Ave., Charlotte, NC 28209, or Union PSCE.
Arrangements are in the care of Hankins & Whittington Dilworth Chapel, 1111 East Blvd.
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Kathy (Freeman) Cuff
April 23, 2002
Some of the hardest things we do in life, is say goodbye to a loved one. Unfortunately, my family has had to do that more times than I care to remember. But Lewis (Mr. B) was also there with us. My Grandparents, Aunts, Uncles, my Uncle Herbie, my newborn cousin Taylor, we didn't go through any of the deaths without him being by our side.
Lewis has always called me his "deliquent". He mentioned it during church the day I joined the church, and Graduation day from High School, luckily he didn't mention it during our wedding, but got me back by mentioning it the day our children were Baptized. It never bothered me that I was his deliquent. I was special to him as he was to me. That was his own special name for me and I shall treasure it always. I never got the chance to ask him why he called me that. Guess it doesn't matter now. He'll tell me someday.
Brenda, Kim, Kelly, Nadine, Harry, Page, Taylor, Hannah, Bret, and Alex, and members of Steele Creek Presbyterian Church our prayers and thoughts are with you. We've had to say goodbye to yet another family member who meant the world to us. But what beautiful, lasting memories he has given us.
May God Bless You and Keep You Forever In His Arms....I love you!
Sam Henderson
April 23, 2002
I heard Lewis' name as I served a Presbyterian pastorate in Greensboro, and have heard it often since coming to Charlotte a few months ago. As he began at Selwyn Avenue Presbyterian, I was most pleased to meet him at a gathering for those engaged in interim pastoral ministry. I was impressed by his evident delight in the calling to pastoral ministry, and his willingness to serve when an unexpected opportunity came so soon after his "retirement."
I looked forward to further collegial contact and am truly sorry it was so brief. I am thankful for the opportunity to have met one about whose life and ministry I have long heard, and am thankful that he is now part of the Church triumphant. Thanks be to God for Lewis Bledsoe's life and faith!
John & Annette Freeman
April 22, 2002
Lewis was more than our pastor, he was a friend. He was always there when you needed him. His special way with children,his prayers second to none,he was like a corner stone,his love of music, and most of all was his Love of God, which was evident through his wonderful sermons. May God bless Brenda,Kim,Kelly and all of his family until they meet again. Love John and Annettte
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Paul Liebbe
April 22, 2002
We are deeply saddened by Lewis' passing. Lewis was a major reason Sylvia and I returned to the church and became Presbyterians. He was a dedicated and loving pastor who's friendship and support we'll always treasure. Our hearts go out to Brenda and his family as they say goodbye to him. I had the opportunity to play golf with Lewis in January and am thankful that I had a last chance to share our favorite pastime together.
God Bless you Rev. Bledsoe!
Doris Berryhill Kendrick
April 22, 2002
Pastor Bledsoe has been a blessing to our family for a very long time. He has always been there in the good times and the bad. When my aunts - Lola and Ethleen Berryhill - needed their pastor - he was there for them. I will always remember and still have the beautiful prayers he wrote and prayed at the funeral services of our family members. Pastor Bledsoe had a heart of deep compassion for others and that comes only through the Love he had for His Lord - Jesus Christ, which was so magnified in his life. Our family's prayer for Pator Bledsoe's family is that God will hold them in the palm of His hand and cover them with peace that only our Saviour can give them. This is a great loss for his family and all that loved him so much - but truly a jewell has been added in Heaven at the feet of Jesus. My Aunt Ethleen met Pastor Bledsoe in Heaven when he arrived there on Friday and I am sure my Aunt Lola will soon be there with Pastor Bledsoe, since she will be 95 in September and the two of them will have lots of love to share. With tears in my eyes and a song in my heart, I praise our Lord for allowing our paths to cross on this earth and me being allowed to share in the life of "Pastor Bledsoe" - All our love and prayers to the the family - from Doris Berryhill Kendrick and my Aunt Lola Berryhill
Annette (Gaither) Sheffield
April 22, 2002
I knew Rev. Bledsoe as a young person at Guildford Park Pres. in Greensboro. I am very sorry to hear of his untimely death. My prayers are with the family.
Annette (Gaither) Sheffield
Tammy (Faulkner) Beidas
April 22, 2002
My prayers and thoughts are with you all. I met Mr Bledsoe when I was 9 years old and not only did he touch my life in many ways but also many others. I know he's an angel in heaven and will always be with us.
Pam (Rogers) & Garry Morse
April 22, 2002
We were saddened to hear of Mr. Bledsoe's death. He was a wonderful minister and family friend. He performed our wedding ceremony at Steele Creek almost 30yrs ago. We always enjoyed returning for services at Steele Creek when we were back in the area visiting family and friends. He will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Brenda and his family.
Shirley Collier
April 21, 2002
Lewis was one of the kindest persons I have known. He married not only me, but my three daughters, all at Steele Creek Presbyterian. Then to top it off he hired my youngest, Robin, to work for him in the church office, where she is today. Lewis was a loving, compassionate man and during rough times in our lives he was there to consul and help. The Church and the Bledsoe family have had a big influence in our family for the past 30 odd years. This world in definitely a better place for his being here and he will be sorely missed by all. Brenda, our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. Take care.
Jennifer Triplett
April 21, 2002
I remember Lewis as a father figure. When I was three years old he used to pick me up and give me a huge hug after church. Twenty years later he married me and gave me counseling. He is one of the kindest and loving men I know, and I have no doubt that he is happy with God right now.
Vickie Burgess
April 21, 2002
When I remember Lewis, I think of the love and support he gave me as a new member of Steele Creek. Without his love and support I would not be who I am today.
My love and prayers are with his family.
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