December 24, 2008
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George Wade Blevins 1927-2008
My father-in-law passed away Tuesday, December 23rd, at 10:15 AM. I won't be on here much for a while.
Karen is, of course, devastated.
As am I.
This has changed our Christmas plans a bit. We were going to "pass" on the big dinner we always do, and have a small brunch, instead.
But now, everyone will be home by tonight. Kids and grandkids, brothers and sisters, aunts and uncles, inlaws and outlaws from near and far.
So everyone will be home for Christmas this year. As Karen's friend Carrie just said to me, everything happens for a reason. Maybe there's a reason you are all supposed to be together this year.
Sure wish they were just coming home for Christmas though.
Jeri and George, newly wed. 1947
George Blevins (1927-2008)
George Wade Blevins, 81, husband of Jeri Blevins of Westwood, passed away Tuesday, Dec. 23, 2008.
George was born Dec. 11, 1927, in Johnson County, to the late William Worth and Lennie Mae Stamper Blevins. He was a retired truck driver and had previously owned a coal dredging business. He was of the Southern Baptist faith.
In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by two brothers, Bruce Blevins and Ottie Farmer Blevins.
He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Geraldine “Jeri” Ann Sears Blevins of Westwood; a son, George Richard “Rick” (Bonnie Sue) Blevins of Russell; six daughters, Karen Arlene (Harold “Bud”) Ferguson of Russell, Janet Carol Adornetto of Buffalo, N.Y., Sylvia Wadene (Lee) Virgin of Westwood, Rhonda Dale (Larry Joe) Copley of Ft. Gay, W.Va., Deena Lavonn Maio of Roanoke, Va., and Marti Robinette (Nick) Martsch of Rupert, Idaho; four sisters, Lula (Bill) Adkins of Paintsville, Ella (Vage) Guaze of Inez, Bonnie (Cletus) Webb, of Catlettsburg and Jerri Tackett of Staffordsville; two brothers, Jimmy (Ilene) Blevins of St. Marie, Idaho, and Harry (Diane) Blevins of North Carolina; 20 grandchildren; 36 great-grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.
Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 27, 2008, at Caniff Funeral Home in Westwood. Entombment will be in Rose Hill Burial Park Mausoleum in Ashland.
Friends may call from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday and an hour before services Saturday at the funeral home.
Father's Day 2007
Rest in peace, George Wade.
I love you, Dad.
You will be sadly missed!
Comments (26)
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Bud, I am so sorry. I know how bad Karen is hurting and that the holidays will be tougher because of it. I will indeed add him to my prayers as well as the rest of you.
oki
So sorry that I did not see this earlier.I will remember your family in prayer,no just words,but an action.
I am truly sorry for your loss.
I came by way of MoonCatBlue's site.
Take good care.
Ciao~
Hope things are going well with you .........Have a Very Great New Years
So sorry....my heart goes out to your wife.
@stixandstonz - Thanks Stix. You are one sweet lady. And, yes, we did find comfort together after the funeral today. Thanks for caring, girl!
I am so sorry fr your loss. I pray that you find comfort together.
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I am very sorry for your loss--You and wife and family will be in my prayers. I am very sorry to hear this.
God bless you,
frank
I am sorry to hear of the loss in your family, Bud. I hope the family gathering with be a blessing to all of you.
dan
Merry Christmas everyone......I love you Dad....................Grandpa, I love you too, and will miss you terribly
I was so sorry to read of your father-in-law's passing. Even though you and I only "know" each other via the internet, I felt a deep sadness for you and your family. I noticed that George and his wife Jeri had been married 61 years. WOW! What a legacy! That also means there are 61 years of cherished memories for your family. In your grief and sadness, you have such a wonderful gift of remembering the life of your father-in-law.
I will keep you and your family, especially your wife Karen, in my prayers.
My condolences to you and Karen. My congratulations to George Wade on a life well lived!
Wow Bud, sorry to hear it. But at the same time, what a life he must have lived! His is a life to celebrated, after you have had time to mourn the loss. I'm prayin' for all of ya.
Sorry for you loss.
I'm very sorry for your loss of your FIL, Bud. You and Karen will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Kathi
Words can never adequately express the meanings and feelings we wish to convey. Please know that the simple refrains of condolences and sorry for your loss are the only way we know to say we feel and share with you your pain, sadness and sense of loss in our attempt to help lighten the heaviness of your hearts. Prayers for you and your family during this time of sorrow and you will continue to be in our thoughts.
that is sad right here at christmas-tell your wife that I'm sorry
WOW Bud seems some things are just meant to be...and for your FIL being married 61 years is quite an accomplishmnet and I am sure the memories are very great for all. Very sorry for your loss
I'm very sorry for your loss, bud.
I am so sorry to hear of yoru loss, but what a blessed man he was to be loved and remembered by so many. Blessings and warmth to you and your family.
I am very sorry for your loss.
Sounds like the best of men, Bud. I'm sorry for your loss.
I'm sorry Bud.
My next beer will be in his honour.
so sorry you are faced with this sadness for this holiday ...
It is always a good thing for the family to all be together ... Merry Christmas Bud!
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