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Harry Blevins Obituary
Chesapeake - Harry Burns Blevins Sr., loving husband, father and grandfather, passed peacefully in his home with his family by his side on February 19, 2018.
Born in Elk Park, North Carolina on August 22, 1935, Harry was the son of Burns and Blanche Blevins. He was a teacher and coach at Great Bridge High School and long-time beloved principal. He represented the 78th district of Virginia as a Delegate (1998-2001) and the 14th district as Senator (2001-2013). Honors and awards include 1987 Chesapeake First Citizen, and 1991-1992 Rotarian of the Year, among others.
Harry is survived by his wife of 64 years, Margie White Blevins; their four children, Harry Burns Blevins Jr. (Kate), Marsha Kay McGehee (Lewis), Daniel Joe Blevins (Diane) and Linda Blanche Morgan (Kelly); eleven grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.
The funeral service will be conducted at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, February 24, 2018 at Great Bridge Baptist Church, Chesapeake. Rev. Thomas L. Mercer, Sr. will officiate. The interment will be private in Chesapeake Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends following the service at the Chesapeake Golf Club.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Harry B. Blevins Memorial Scholarship, C/O Great Bridge High School, 301 Hanbury Rd W, Chesapeake, VA 23322 or to the Great Bridge Battlefield & Waterways History Foundation, www.gbbattlefield.org
Friends are invited to sign the online guest book and to read more about Mr. Blevins' life at www.omanfh.com
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John Jennings
April 11, 2018
Blessings to a wonderful family that truly added to my high school experience. Mr. Blevins was a great leader, teacher, and coach that will be remembered and never forgotten. The family through His Grace and Wisdom will carry on in this memory. God Bless this family.
Kelly Seabold
February 27, 2018
Blessings to the Blevins family. I know God will give you strength during this difficult time. Allow your memories to bring you peace and joy, not sorrow - and may all your tears be in celebration of his life.
Sandy (Oyler) Copeland
February 26, 2018
Mr. Blevins set the tone for behavior at Great Bridge High with his ability to listen patiently, speak kindly, and see the potential in each student. As a new student to the area in my freshman year, those qualities contributed to a wonderful high school experience for me. His genuine concern for our city and the state were revealed every day in his service in the legislature. We were well represented by such a fine gentleman. I am honored to have known him and will always be proud to be part of the Class of 1970 GBHS Wildcats.
Celia Dougherty Joyner
February 25, 2018
Mr. Blevins was a true mover
and shaker of the Great Bridge
Community and did it all with
great integrity and class - Harry
was a great neighbor also!
To the family, keep him close to
your heart everyday.
Love, Robert,Celia Joynerand Cora Dougherty
Shirl Old Bennett
February 25, 2018
Harry was great at everything he did with a wonderful family by his side. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Karen Fischer Gavrilovic
February 24, 2018
It is so hard to sum up the contributions of this man in a few words. His quiet manner, sense of honor, and unfailing support for students and colleagues set an example that has shaped more lives than we can know. We were so blessed to have had Mr. Blevins as a role model at a time when impressions are so important. We were also blessed to have him represent our community and set an example as a statesman and elected official. My earliest and fondest memories of him are as "just" a dad to a friend - before I had him as my principal. I'm grateful to have witnessed directly his love for his family and I can only imagine how much he will be missed. My deepest sympathies and heartfelt prayers for Linda, Mrs. Blevins and the entire Blevins clan. May his memory be eternal!
Bernie Kirsch
February 24, 2018
A great man to many.
May Harry be remembered for his kindness, and rest in peace.
Kade Cooper
February 24, 2018
R.I.P. Mr. Blevins. You will be missed.
February 24, 2018
Harry you will be missed by all. You were truly a wonderful person. You had a gift that made everyone around you feel valued and important. I will always remember the great times we had together as colleagues of the Chesapeake School System and the rivalry between Great Bridge and Western Branch. Love to your wonderful family.
Your Friend
Dick Arculin
Joyce Clifton
February 24, 2018
Marsha, Lewis and the girls. May the peace and love of Jesus be with you. May you find comfort from this and the love of family and friends. I'm so sorry for your loss.
Pamela Davis-Montgomery
February 24, 2018
Mr. Blevins was an awesome man and I have often thought of him. I am proud to be a Wildcat and my high school experience was the best! Mr. Blevins was a great man and very engaged with all of the students! A positive role model in the life of students as well as the community! He now has his wings and well-deserved rest! Wildcat Pride!
Nedra mangrum/Meloni
February 24, 2018
So sorry for your loss. Know he was a wonderful, sweet and wise man.
Regina Simpkins (Bergara)
February 23, 2018
In memory of a wonder man who i will always remember his kindness and love for his students at Great Bridge High .
William Harrell
February 23, 2018
Senator Blevins was my Principal and a lifelong mentor. What a wonderful, kind, gentle, leader. I thank God for his example!
Peggy Branch Harrison
February 23, 2018
May God bless you and the family during this time of your sorrow.
Billie Jay
February 22, 2018
I had the good fortune to know this soft spoken, kind and pensive man as my high school principal and as the wonderful father of Harry, Marsha, Danny and Linda. He always seemed genuinely interested in everyone he met. He was loved and respected by so many. I know he will be greatly missed and remembered forever. My thoughts and love to his beautiful family.
Norma Whitehurst
February 22, 2018
Sincere sympathy in the loss of your dear love one. Harry will truly be missed all. He leaves behind a great leagacy for all to follow . May God grant you peace and comfort in the days ahead.
February 22, 2018
Great memories of a wonderful basketball coach. Marty Smith, Class of 1966 #4. RIP
donald greene
February 22, 2018
I remember MR Blevins very well. He was my Industrial arts teacher. He also was my JR HI football coach. He was a man of his word. He said anyone who could make it through football camp was on the team. I made it.He told me I could stay on the team but wouldn't play very much.He asked me if I was willing to give up my jersey for another player he wanted. I said yes because I knew Billy was very good.I ran Track tHE NEXT 4 yrs. I broke the school record for 2 miles.
Helen & Stacy Sanders
February 22, 2018
Harry Blevins was a caring man with an outgoing spirit & heart of gold. To all the kids that grew up in Poplar Ridge he was our neighbor and our principal. He will always be remembered for his kindness & generosity, never to be forgotten.
Stephanie Tucker Little
February 22, 2018
I never had the pleasure of meeting Sen. Blevins in person but have had the distinct pleasure of knowing his talented son in law Lewis and Harry's beautiful daughter, Marsha and their precious, talented girls. All I can say is..the loss they must be feeling is more than great. And, my prayers for the family are many. As a father, school principal and later, working in government for us all..he truly was a hero. To bring out the best in people all around you..there is no greater gift. He made others better than they were before in helping them see through..his wonderful eyes..his vision of them instead of how they may have seen themselves. Always positive and always in tune with a higher power, his gifts, his legacy will always live on in his beautiful children and family. God bless you all in your loss. Love, Stephanie Tucker Little
Penny Davis
February 21, 2018
It was such an honor to have known and worked with Mr. Blevins in the Office at Great Bridge High school. He was such a caring and loving person to all the students and the community. He would always speak to you in the hallway with a smile. You will be missed dearly. RIH Mr. Blevins
Jordan Forbes
February 21, 2018
Mr. Blevins was a fixture in our family my entire life. I will always remember his kindness and gentle spirit. He was an inspiration to all who knew him and will be dearly missed.
Ulysses Johnson
February 21, 2018
Honored to have met this great man. May God wrap His comforting arms around the family
February 21, 2018
Harry Blevins was a cornerstone of the Great Bridge community and will be missed by many who loved him. Truly a great man!
Claudette/ Bush
February 21, 2018
Such a wonderful, kind-hearted person. My condolences goes out to Mrs. Blevins and the family.
Laurie Jordan
February 21, 2018
I had the privilege to call him my uncle, my principle, my mentor. He was gentle and fearless at the same time, and I'm so grateful to have had I'm in my life. He will be missed terribly, but will live in my heart forever.
John Doren
February 21, 2018
What a truly decent man. He treated everyone with kindess, dignity, and respect. He will be greatly missed.
John Doren
February 21, 2018
Mr. Blevins was soft spoken and always a part of my life. Marsha Kay and I met in the 2nd grade and our families have always known each other. I'm so sorry for this loss and I will be remembering memories and sending prayers to the family. Marion Pedersen Obey
Lamont Simmons
February 21, 2018
My deepest sympathy goes out to the family, friends, colleagues, students, schoolmates, classmates and neighbors on the passing of the beloved Mr. Blevins. He was an icon in our community and is sorely missed!
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