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Lee Blackmon Obituary

On Wednesday, May 30, 2018 at 3:22pm, Rev. Lee Edgar Blackmon, age 77, entered into eternal life with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Lee Edgar Blackmon was born in Salisaw, OK, on Monday, May 19, 1941 at 10:45 a.m. He was the youngest child of five children born to the union of Huey William Blackmon and Gracie Falls Blackmon. His family members, classmates, and friends who grew upwith him knew as "Edgar." Edgar was called to the ministry in 1959 and was appointed to his first pastorate in 1970 in Atchinson, KS. Later, he founded the Greater Harvest Church; and Broken Life Christian Ministries. His pastoral experience included 30-years; over 42-years of experience in Evangelism, preaching, and spreading the Word of Jesus Christ in more than 14-foreign countries such as France, Germany, Italy, Switzerland and North Africa. He founded the "Look Up & Live" broadcast ministry which transmitted to over 22-states, the Virgin Islands, and Cuba. Also, he founded "Living in the Kingdom" broadcast ministry based in Kansas City, KS while streaming live via the internet around the world. His desire was to continue winning souls to Christ. He served as pastor of Alexander Temple COGIC (Midland, TX) from 2001 until 2014. Edgar was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Odus E. Blackmon; sisters, Dorothy Blackmon Randolph, and Elsie Blackmon Smith. He is survived by his loving wife of 27-years, Regenia Slay Blackmon; six children: Rodney Blackmon, Lytra Wilson, Shawn Blackmon (Shanna), Kimberly Kouakeu, Edgar D. Blackmon (Melanie); Bryant Johnson; sister, Alice Blackmon Watson; grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, and a host of other relatives and friends. The Lord blessed Edgar with an anointed and fruitful life. He will be greatly missed as a loving husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, uncle, cousin and loyal friend. His survivors are comforted by his favorite scriptures, "That if you confess with your mouth the Lord Jesus and believe in your heart that God has raised Him from the dead, you will be saved. For with the heart one believes unto righteousness, and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation." Romans 10:9-10 (NKJV)

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Published by Midland Reporter-Telegram on Jun. 16, 2018.

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Bee

May 30, 2024

I miss you so much Pop! Rest well.

Bryant Johnson

May 30, 2023

I miss you very much Pop. You were a great dad to me and I'm very happy that you came into my life. Love you my man. Rest In Power!

Patricia Daniel

May 31, 2022

Anytime we lose one of our great ministers, it is felt by so many family members, friends and acquaintances. May God continue to bless and keep the family.

Bryant Johnson

May 30, 2022

I think about you everyday! I love you so much Dad. I really wish you could be here now

Bryant Johnson

May 30, 2019

Still missing you Dad! I love you very much! Rest in power my man!

Whites chapel C.O.G.I.C

July 15, 2018

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family during your time of sadness .We love you and will continue to keep you in our prayers

Supervisor Mary Barnes

July 15, 2018

I want to add my voice of my thankfulness to God for the life of this great man of God, who had a down to earth sense of humor. He was a great supporter of the Department of Women of Texas Northwest Ecclesiastical working with Supervisor Emeritus Mother Victorine Mackey, assigned to teach the mens class in the Jurisdictional Women`s Conventions. I thank God for his loving wife, Lady Regenia Blackmon and the entire family for sharing this great man with us. I pray that his legacy will live on in you and the mantel is raised and moved foward! May God`s choice blessings be multiplied to you all!

Shawn Blackmon

July 13, 2018

To all the Blackmon family well wishers , saints, and friends. There are no words to decribe the emptiness I have inside. My dad was my Pastor, friend, confidante, mentor, teacher, my hero. He will be sorely missed. But our relationship remains inseparable beacause he made me a believer and I know that we will see him again...he fed me when I was hungry, visited me in prison, taught me how to pray, and prayed out of the bondage of drug addiction. I will celebrate13years Nov. 20th 2018 through his ministry and nothis alone but all those who knew the relationship we had, my life will never be the same. Rest in peace Apostle. Thank you Mother Blackmon for taking care of my dad low these 27 years. Love you much. Your son Shawn Andre'

Veretta Anderson

July 12, 2018

Sister Regenia & Family,
We want to let you know that we continue to pray for you during this sad time in your life. You have our deepest sympathy. Keep looking to the hills.

Dr. Howard & Mrs. Veretta Anderson

Constance Burnside

July 11, 2018

Regenia, I have known you for years and through the years we have bonded as Sisters. I will always be here for you and your son. It is a great loss for you, but God will take care of you and Bryant. Stay strong and faithful. Stay close to the Sisters of the Texas Association of Minister's Wives/Widows. You will gain more strength and wisdom from the Women of God.

July 8, 2018

G.
We both know you're a super woman and therefore that's why Edgar was a super man. Love and peace to you and Bryant and the Blackmon family through these sad times.
Love Charlott

Bishop E.M. and Elder Stephanie Jackson

July 5, 2018

To the Blackmon Family!

What a treasure that God has called home. It was an honor to have known Elder Blackmon. His testimonies of how God brought him from darkness to light will always be remembered. He was a preacher's preacher and we truly enjoyed hearing him bring forth the message from the Word of God. He will definitely be missed.

Mavis and Reagan Twum-Barimah

July 5, 2018

Regenia, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May your heart and soul find peace and comfort from the outpouring of love surrounding you. God bless you.

Martha L Dix

July 3, 2018

Thank God for Reverend Blackmon being a great expounder and lover of the Word of God in the body of Christ. He was a tremendous encourager of the saints and walked in power, integrity, and humbleness in his calling.

Pastor Anthony and First Lady Stephanie Harris

July 1, 2018

Dear Sis Blackmom. Please accept our sincere condolences concerning the passing of Supt Blackmon...Thank you for sharing him with all of us.. His encouraging words of wisdom will always be in my heart and mind. Thank you for your beautiful spirit and push for excellence. May God continue to strengthen you and your family in this season 0f adjustment and transition....

Michael Newsom

June 29, 2018

Regenia, my dear friend:

Please accept my sincere condolences, after the passing of your husband. I know he will be missed, in part, because of the love the two of you shared, and the wonderful memories that were created.

Pastor James and First Lady Carolyn Porter

June 28, 2018

To our dear sister and friend, Lady Regenia Blackmon. We were saddened to hear of the passing away of our dear brother and friend, Supt. Lee Blackmon, but encouraged by the thought of his Graduation to Eternity! He will truly be missed as he was loved by us and Living Vision Church family. His wisdom left us holding gold nuggets for which we are grateful. We know that no words, cards or flowers can seal the break in your heart, but thankfully we have a Master Comforter who will, for He has promised never to leave you neither forsake you! Please be encouraged to know that we love you and are here for you when you need us, only a phone call away! You and family are in our prayers and hearts.

Arneda Watson

June 27, 2018

Sis. Blackmon,•May our Lord bless and comfort you and your family during this time of grief. Please accept my sincere condolences. I will never forget Eld. Blackmon.
Love you
,Arneda Watson

Arneda Watson

June 27, 2018

May our Lord bless and comfort you and your family during this time of grief. Please accept my sincere condolences. I will never forget Elder Blackmon.

June 27, 2018

Regenia:

I was so sorry to hear about the homegoing of your husband. You have my heartfelt sympathy. May God give you added strength for the days ahead. Please know that your fellow ministers' wives are praying for you and your family. God will take care of you.

June 27, 2018

To Sis. Blackmon and Family:
Our hearts are with you as we seek God for comfort for each of you. I am reminded of Eld. Blackmon's smile, his welcoming personality and his engaging conversations over the years. He was a benefit to the ministry and a joy to know. May he rest now from his labor and may you be encouraged to know he was a wonderful example for our young men to emulate.
District Missionary Dora Benard, Bro. J.B. Benard and Missionary Tammie Cervantez

Pamela Goosby

June 27, 2018

To live is Christ, to die is gain...
While Rev. Blackmon has gained, yet, loss always leaves a longing for touch, connection and conversation. I did not know him personally, but will converse in eternity.

My heart goes out to Regenia for having valiantly embraced the story of a pastor's wife and companion. While being a child of God, there is more story to write. No doubt, you are prayed up. I pray for your comfort in the quiet times that you want to embrace the man, your husband, who chose you for his helper and friend.

Hugs & hopes,
Pamela Goosby

Carlotta Grady

June 27, 2018

Sister Regina and the Blackmon family. Elder Blackmon was a gift from God to his people especially when it came to teaching His Holy Word. And I heard a voice from Heaven, saying unto me, Write: 'Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord from henceforth.' Yea, saith the Spirit, that they may rest from their labors, and their works do follow them.

June 27, 2018

Regenia,
Rev Blackmon is gone,but never will he be for gotten.May he rest in peace.
Love you.
Fran Miller Harris

Lytra Wilson

June 26, 2018

Hi Dad.

I say that almost everyday when I look at your picture.

As a child, the thought of losing you felt unbearable. And even now an empty feeling dwells in the pit of my stomach. But nothing can separate us. Not even death. Because, I discovered, you live in my heart.

Now you rest on dad as God would have for his child whose done a great work, and I'll keep trusting the Lord the way you taught me.

Love you much!

Drs. Ronnie & Doreatha Fields

June 25, 2018

To our dear Sister Blackmon,
We share in your grief at the transitioning of our dear friend, Pastor Lee Blackmon. He was truly a blessing to us and our church for many years. He ministered to our congregation with powerful and God-inspired messages. His training of our men during our annual Men's Conferences has strengthened our Brothers and the Body of Christ. We are here for you in any areas of service that we can provide to you. Love & prayers, Supt. & First Lady Ronnie Fields

The Willett Family

June 24, 2018

Regenia, The Willett Family is praying for you and your family.Although we are not there with you, our spirit grieves with you. As a great historian, we know that you have a wealth of memories that can be shared and some that you will hold in your heart. We love you and we are a phone call away. May God keep you in perfect peace.

Remica Blackmon

June 23, 2018

Uncle Edgar,
Your legacy is one that shall live on through us. We will miss you but will always remember you and your love for God.

Milton Perkins

June 23, 2018

You have my deepest sympathy and prayers. I remember the times mom and I spent at your home for Dinners. I also remember the bench my mom purchased for your front porch. God bless you and stay strong you did your very best.

Odus and his son's in Dallas, (Lower Left to Right) Wayne, Odus, Todd (Standing-Left to Right) Jim, Money, Victor and Aundre Shawn (Jay)

Victor Marqueith Blackmon

June 23, 2018

My uncle Edgar, I love you!
I added a photo of Odus and all his boys in Dallas. I included this picture because when dad passed you stepped right in and loved us as only a true father could. I know you did it out of respect for your older brother...but, you also did it because you loved us. We are apart of your legacy because you reached out when we needed it most. And as of June-2007 you became our father!

I am forever grateful for the many fond memories that we shared and for the unconditional love that God has given to our family. I thank him for every smile that I shared with you.

Not personally (But the Blackmon Family in general) We've had some real difficult times through the years, but we have always known how blessed we truly are. No amount of money could ever match the value of the genuine love that we have for each other.

This is another one of those difficult times, because I lost my dad - all over again!

To all my family, God knew we would be here at this moment in time (He fashioned our days for us) so stay strong and get closer to Jesus. The Spirit of God is the Comforter, draw nigh.

To my aunt Regenia I can not imagine what's going on in your mind, soul and spirit right now. You not only lost a good godly man but also a loving/caring friend. Thank you for sticking with him until the end.
If ever you feel as if you were (are) not appreciated enough for your efforts on earth, rest assure that your reward in eternity will be great for honoring this priceless man of God.

Love Always-Your nephew,

Edward Downing, Sr.

June 22, 2018

Sis. Regina Blackmon,
I'm glad to have known your husband. Joyce and I express our sincere condolences due to his passing. I often told him we were like twins, since we were promoted to the office of superintendent at the same time. Also, our names were similar.
Know that we love you.
Supt. & Lady Ed & Joyce Downing, Sr.

Diana Grijalva

June 21, 2018

Mrs. Regenia Blackmon, May our Lord bless and comfort you and your family during this time of grief. Please accept my sincere condolences for the passing of your Husband. You and your family will be in my prayers.

Michael Routh

June 21, 2018

Regenia, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. God bless you.

Angela Neblett (Wiggins)

June 21, 2018

Regenia, I was deeply saddened to hear of the loss of your beloved Edgar. I will continue to keep you & the Blackmon family in my prayers. Always remember, earth has no sorrow that Heaven cannot heal. You be encouraged my friend.

Bishop & Dr. William Scott

June 19, 2018

To our Dear Friend, Lady Regenia Blackmon:
Blessings, love and prayers to you. We have known Superintendent Lee Blackmon for 50 years. He was a dear friend with impeccable character. We have known you for the past 27 years. We love you both. We will miss him dearly.

Bishop Barak Stanford and the Lighthouse Pentecostal Church family

June 19, 2018

Lady Regina and the Blackmon family. Our most sincere and heart felt condolences to you during this difficult time. I will certainly cherish the times of fellowship that Supt. Blackmon and I were able to share. He was certainly an inspiration and encouragement to me and I will always remember the times he would come by to worship with us. He had been on my mind the week prior to me learning of his passing. Although my heart is saddened there is joy in knowing he is in his heavenly home. Supt. Blackmon will certainly be missed and our hearts and prayers are with you. I pray you find comfort in the word of God that tells us to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord. We are praying for you.

Robert and Eddie Faye Lane

June 18, 2018

Lady Regenia and the Blackmon Family,
We are grateful to have been part of his journey. What wonderful memories! Pastor Blackmon was a prolific teacher of GOD's word . He was a kind and caring person. We will miss our dear friend. Our hope is for a heavenly reunion. Family, be encouraged. Know that we love you, and continue to lift you in prayer.

Debbie Brannon

June 18, 2018

Regenia, my heart goes out to you and your family. I only met your husband briefly on my walks with Annie. I know he will be missed. You will be in my prayers. Please contact me if you need me. I am here for you.

June 18, 2018

Alvin Carter

Rodney Taylor

June 18, 2018

To the Blackmom family, you have my sincere sympathy for the loss of you loved one. Through time may God continue to heal you.

Angi Swindell-Wright

June 18, 2018

Regenia - my sincere condolences to you and the Family of Pastor Blackmon. Though the ones we love may leave life as we know it, in our memory, the love we know will always carry on. May you be comforted by loving memories.

Susan Carter

June 18, 2018

Regenia, ever since I heard the news of your dear sweet husband's passing you have been on my mind and in my prayers. I was so glad I ran into you this morning so I could let you know personally that you have been on my mind. You have my deepest sympathy. God Bless. Susan Carter/HIS Dept. MMH

Russell Meyers

June 18, 2018

Blessings to Regenia and family as you grieve this great loss.

Peggy Bryant

June 18, 2018

You have been amazing through all of this. I am here if you want a shoulder any time. Continued prayers for peace and comfort

Bob Dent

June 18, 2018

Rest in peace, Rev. Blackmon. Know your work in this life has impacted many others for the better. I know you'll continue your work in heaven. Families are forever.

Georgetta Burns

June 17, 2018

Reverend leaves a wonderful legacy never to be forgotten. God bless and keep you as you go through this season. My prayers will be with you.

June 17, 2018

May God be with you and and hope you find strength in memories. I will be calling you soon, Regenia.
Dorothy Willett Bruce.

Pastor & Lady Pringle

June 17, 2018

Pastor Blackmon will be sorely missed. We extend our deepest condolences to Lady Blackmon and family. We pray the Lord's continued Strength.

Mary Barnes

June 17, 2018

Supt Blackmon was loved and will be missed by all who knew him. My sincere condolences and deepest sympathy to Lady Regenia Blackmon and the entire family. You are in my prayers!

Sis. Michonne Sutton

June 17, 2018

Rest In Peace Elder Blackmon! Such a Gentle Giant. Always had a smile and kind words to say when in his presence.

Jessica Williams

June 17, 2018

I've heard so many wonderful things about you! Wish I had the opportunity to meet the impactful man that I know is part of the reason of that drive and fire in Bee's eyes. On this Father's Day and many more to come I know in my heart and spirit that you will live on in the hearts and minds of all you have touched . Peace and love always ❤

June 17, 2018

May the love of our Savior, Jesus Christ, comfort you and your family during this time. We're keeping you in our prayers. Agape IAMWMW - Austin

Earl Bledsoe

June 17, 2018

We will miss you brother Blackmon, but look forward to the day we will meet again! Thanks be to God for the resurrection hope made possible through Jesus Christ.

Earl Briggs

June 16, 2018

To my dearest cousin Regenia and the Blackmon family, it is hard for us to understand death. Death does not always come with a warning or with time to say our sad farewells. Sometimes it comes, unannounced with no time for even a brief goodbye, but keep in mind, although, in death we have a heart ache no one can heal, we will be able to rejoice in the knowledge that Lee's love will leave a memory no one can steal!

The scriptures tell us;
Eye has not seen, nor ear heard, neither have entered into the heart of man, the things which God has prepared for them that love him. - 1 Corinthians 2:9

Rest in Peace Lee

Bonnie McPeak

June 16, 2018

To Regenia Blackmon and the family of Rev. Lee Edgar Blackmon. My prayer is that God will sustain you with His love and strengthen you. We all should have a passion for souls as Rev. Blackmon did. God bless you and keep you.
Bonnie J. McPeak
National President
Business and professional women federation

Michael Osborne

June 16, 2018

May God smother you with all his love, care, and strength, in this sad time. I am sorry for your loss and pray that time and courage help you through these rough days.

Pam Moore

June 16, 2018

Lee always had a smile on his face and a kind word every time I saw him. He will truly be missed. He is now watching over us with our Lord and Savior whom he served so faithfully.

Chris and Shelly Jones

June 16, 2018

It was such a pleasure to get to know you! We will miss seeing you walk around the neighborhood and our random talks. We find joy in knowing that you are healthy again and you get to be with our Heavenly Father. Until we meet again, rest in peace. ❤

June 16, 2018

Every time I saw Lee he had a smile on his face and always a kind word. We were all truly blessed to have known such a wonderful man. He is now watching over us with our Lord and Savior.

Bryant Johnson

June 16, 2018

Hey Pop! I love you and miss you very much! I'm going to keep making you proud!

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