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JERSEYVILLE — Briley J. Blade, 20, died unexpectedly on Wednesday, Oct. 3, 2018 in Springfield, Missouri, where he was a student at Missouri State University. Visitation will be from 3 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at the Crawford Funeral Home in Jerseyville. Funeral Mass will be celebrated 10 a.m. Wednesday at Holy Ghost Catholic Church in Jerseyville. Crawford Funeral Home in Jerseyville is in charge of arrangements.
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Memories and Condolences
for Briley Blade
Caden Cuevas
March 29, 2021
He had so much talent.
Amy Pajeau
October 18, 2018
To the friends and family of Briley,
I have never met him but after hearing how wonderful of a man he was I wish I could have had the chance to meet him. I hope reliving his memories will bring you comfort and peace. I am extremely sorry for the loss of your loved one and you have my deepest sympathies.
October 11, 2018
Sending prayers for this family . Sarah I am so very sorry . No words . God Bless Cheryl Allen Dodwell .
John & Marilyn Johnson
October 10, 2018
Our sincere sympathy and condolences during this very difficult time.
October 10, 2018
I send positive thoughts, and know that something good MUST come from this.
Tony Parise
Director
St. Lois High School Musical Theatre Awards
October 9, 2018
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Fiona McLellan
October 9, 2018
Sending loving thoughts and prayers to all at this very difficult time.
(Virbac Canada)
C.K. Johnson
October 9, 2018
A young man who will be missed by so many. A beautiful soul. Rest In Peace Briley.
October 8, 2018
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We had the opportunity to see your son,Briley, in a play at the high school.Our deepest sympathy. Terry and Sharon Kinder
Julie Lyles Covington
October 8, 2018
My thoughts and prayers go out to Missy, the family and all the many friends who adored Briley. He will be missed but never forgotten.
Terri Hinderhan
October 8, 2018
Loved watching him in the theatre at JCHS. Prayers to his loved ones.
Bonnie Norris
October 8, 2018
My thoughts and prayers are with your family during this very difficult time.
Chad Richards
October 8, 2018
Peace be with you and your family, Missy.
Ed & Patty Anderson
October 8, 2018
You are in our thoughts & prayers.
Lisa Robinson
October 7, 2018
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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