michael edward bledsoe "eddie"

Michael Edward Bledsoe "Eddie", 59, of Fort Walton Beach, Florida, passed away on Sunday, May 8, 2022 at Sacred Heart Hospital in Miramar Beach, Florida.  He was born in Pensacola, Florida on January 7, 1963 to Emmett O'Neal Bledsoe, Jr. and Nancy Jo Bledsoe (nee Seeber).

He attended Choctawhatchee High School where his love began for music as a Style marcher as a "Big Green Indian".  He later went on to attend Okaloosa-Walton Community  College, enrolling in courses he enjoyed like his father, Eddie was a talented musician and was not stranger to any instrument.  In his earlier years, he took part in local bands doing what he loved to do-play music.  He was a skilled painter, carpenter, and a man of many trades.  He loved the beach, spending time with his grandchildren, and a good seafood restaurant.  He had a very outgoing personality.  He was never at a loss for words or never met a stranger.

Eddie is survived by his daughters, Brittany (fiance' Joey Seubert) Moore, Brandie (Andrew) Collins and Alexa Bledsoe; grandchildren, Jayden and Mackenzie Emery, and Kara Collins; brother, David Bledsoe; niece, Lauren; and nephew, Corbin.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Nancy J. and Emmett O. Bledsoe, Jr; brother, Richard Bledsoe and numerous family members.

A Celebration of Eddie's life will be held Sunday, May 29, 2022 in Sanctuary of First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), 201 St. Mary Avenue SW, Fort Walton Beach, Florida 32548 beginning at 1:00 P.M. with Pastor Roger Peadro officiating.  A time of visitation will be held thirty minutes prior to the service.

In Lieu of flowers, donations may be made to First Christian Church in memory of the Bledsoe family.

Cremation is entrusted to Family-Funeral & Cremation of Mary Esther, Florida (850)226-4240.
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