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Gloria A. Bledsoe, age 89, went to be with the Lord on May 11, 2017 in San Antonio, TX. She was born in Electra, TX on September 30, 1927 to John Swenson & Lela Alma Pearce Swenson. She loved God and the church all her life. She was a member of Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church and Alter Society. Gloria developed many creative skills, including making her own clothes, writing, making jewelry, hand bags & stuffed dolls. She enjoyed sewing for many years and after retiring, she started an arts & crafts business called "Classy Casuals". She did craft shows for many years making many friends along the way. She came to be known as "The Bluebonnet Lady", because she developed a unique bluebonnet design that she painted on everything. She had lots of help from her husband Cooper.
She was an avid book reader and crossword puzzle solver, who collected stamps. She enjoyed the Swing Band music of the 1940's
In past years, Gloria enjoyed spending time with family and her many friends. She has a lot of friends, from before high school, high school at Jefferson High, working at Western Union, and 2 bunco clubs. She enjoyed keeping in touch with friends because it filled her life with happiness. She loved any gathering or party and her familiar laugh was joyous and infectious.
She was preceded in death by her parents; brothers, Lawrence Swenson & Harold Swenson; and grandson, Patrick Michael Bledsoe.
She is survived by her husband of 68 years, Cooper Bledsoe; son, Paul Bledsoe (Linda) of Baton Rouge, LA; daughter, Marilyn Remmey (Warren); grandchildren, Amber Remmey, Krystal Geistweidt (Mark) of Doss, TX, Stuart Bledsoe (Addie) of Gonzalez, LA; great-grandchildren, Leah Geistweidt, Elizabeth Bledsoe, Abbey Geistweidt; and soon to come great grandson, Everett Bledsoe.
Visitation will be 6 p.m., Sunday, May 14, 2017 with a Rosary to be recited at 7 p.m. at Sunset Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral Mass will be at 10 a.m., Monday, May 15, 2017 at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church, 600 Oblate, San Antonio, TX 78216. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park. Condolence may be offered at www.sunsetfuneralhomesa.com.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
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May 15, 2017
Joey Roberthon
My Condolences to The Family.. My payers are with you in this time of Need..
May 13, 2017
Jeff and Ingrid Haby
We love you Gloria! God bless you in eternal heaven. Rest In Peace and may your soul find amazing new adventures.
May 13, 2017
Walt Ferguson
My condolences to the family during this sad time and yet again a celebration of a wonderful life. I didn't know her personally, but her son has been a valuable mentor and great friend...my prayers go out to friends and family.
May 13, 2017
Charles Haby
Aunt Gloria will always hold a special place in my heart.
May 13, 2017
May God's loving kindness and comfort help you and your family through this very sad time Psalms 29:11
May 12, 2017
Our sympathy to you, Marilyn, and your family. May our Lord wrap you in His arms and give you peace.
Lynette Cornehl
Fredericksburg, TX
May 12, 2017
Lorna England
i loved my Aunt Gloria more than words can say. She was always there when I needed to talk to someone. She was my 2nd Mom, and I'm going to miss her so much. At least I know she isn't suffering any more, and she is at peace. To all family I wish I could be there, but know I am saying lots of prayers for all of you and especially for this great lady. Love to all and God Bless,
May 12, 2017
Barbara Haby
I will always have fond memories of Gloria and hold them close to my heart.
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