Kenneth R. Bledsoe

Kenneth R. Bledsoe obituary

Kenneth R. Bledsoe

Kenneth Bledsoe Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Murphy-Parks Funeral Services on Oct. 1, 2025.

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Kenneth R. Bledsoe, 67, of Shelbyville, passed away Thursday, September 25, 2025 at IU Health University Hospital.

He was born March 26, 1958, in Shelbyville, IN to LeRoy R. Bledsoe and Juanita (Chaney) Bledsoe.

Kenny was a talented guitar player and he had a love for music. He enjoyed being outdoors. He especially enjoyed spending time fishing and relaxing. When he wasn't casting a line he could be found following politics in the news.

He is survived by his fiancé of over 35 years, Vickie Reddick; his brother, Danny Bledsoe; his step-son, Bobby Smith and cousin, Allen Hewitt.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his brother, Carl Bledsoe; his sisters, Vickie Stainbrook and Carol Bledsoe and step-son, Aaron Smith.

Funeral Directors, Greg Parks, Sheila Parks, and Stuart Parks are honored to serve Kenny's family.

Online condolences may be shared at www.murphyparks.com.

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