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Russell Bledsoe Obituary

Bledsoe, Russell Wayne, 83 died peacefully October 15, 2008. Born August 13, 1925 South Dakota. Married Elaine McSweeney Sept 20, 1947; six kids James, Stephen, Mark, Teresa, Kurt and Patrick; 14 grandkids; 16 great-grandkids. 12.5 years USMC, 36 years Bank of America. Elaine passed in 2004. Russell was one of the most positive, happy, upbeat men ever as he never had anything negative to say and would always find the good in all. He was the Best. Services will be held at 12:00 noon on Tuesday, October 21, 2008 at Brown Colonial Chapel. For more information and directions, please visit funeralinfo.com. Brown Colonial Mortuary, Santa Ana, 800/542-3977, assisting the family. Brown Colonial Mortuary

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Published by Orange County Register on Oct. 18, 2008.

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Coralee Holloway

October 20, 2008

With thoughts and deepest sympathy to Steve and Kris and all the Bledsoes. We hope you find comfort in your memories, and strength from those who share your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Coralee and Emil Holloway

Maureen Cain

October 20, 2008

We send our condolences to Steve and Kris and the whole Bledsoe family. Wish we could be there on Tuesday to support you.
Much love, Terry and Maureen Cain

Linda Lopez

October 20, 2008

The Bledsoe's were one of the IHM pioneer families. Our sincere sympathy.
The Edward & Sadie Alvarez Family
Linda, Lydia and Eddie

Carl and Cathy Sabatino

October 18, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family of Russ. He was a loyal member of our Bank of America, South County retiree club, and will be greatly missed.

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