Raymond Michael “Mike” Blessitt
Raymond Michael “Mike” Blessitt, 77, of Bridge City, Texas, passed away on August 12, 2016, in Beaumont, Texas.
A graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, August 16, 2016, at Orange Forest Lawn Cemetery in West Orange. Officiating will be Brother James Kinman of Central Baptist Church in Kirbyville.
Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Monday, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange.
Born in Boyles, Mississippi, on June 27, 1939, he was the son of Donal Vernon Blessitt and Vera Lucille (Avant) Blessitt. Mike was a member of the United States Army and worked as a senior electrician level 3 supervisor at DuPont Sabine River Works, as well as being a member of the VFW. He enjoyed being outdoors fishing, boating, and hunting. Mike also loved spending time with his family and friends, especially his grandchildren. He will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.
He was preceded in death by his parents; and his brothers, Curtis Blessitt, Jerry Blessitt, Roger Blessitt, and Donald Blessitt.
Mike is survived by his children, Kimberly Ann Goslin, of Orange, Tammy Lynn Robins, of Orange, David Michael Blessitt, of Orange, Joy Edan Blessitt, of Lindale, Naomi Lea Perdue, of Groves, and Donna Lea Jones and husband Michael, of Kirbyville; grandchildren, Derek, Dallas, Dillon, Deanna, Lexie, Jessica, Ashton, Addison, Abbigail, Easton, Jaxon, and Triston; great-grandchildren, Kade, Gabrielle, and Zoey; and his siblings, Mary Fisher, Linda Kelly, Odis Blessitt, and Larry Blessitt.
Condolences
Rosemary Hodgkinson
August 22, 2016
Saddened to hear of Mike's death. He always spoke of how much he loved his children. Remember the good times and hold the memories in your hearts forever. Rosemary Hodgkinson
Anonymous
August 15, 2016
Simply Elegant Spathiphyllum was purchased for the family of Raymond Michael "Mike" Blessitt.
Claybar Funeral Home
August 15, 2016
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Claybar Funeral Home
August 15, 2016
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The Kellys, Hays And Longerots
August 14, 2016
The Kellys, Hays and Longerots purchased the Rose Romanesque Bouquet for the family of Raymond Michael "Mike" Blessitt.
Fisher, Blessitt, & Gardner Family
August 14, 2016
Fisher, Blessitt, & Gardner Family purchased the Gift of Grace Bouquet for the family of Raymond Michael "Mike" Blessitt.
Steve & Gwen Richardson
August 14, 2016
Steve & Gwen Richardson purchased the Simply Elegant Spathiphyllum for the family of Raymond Michael "Mike" Blessitt.
Jimmy Blessitt
August 14, 2016
Jimmy Blessitt purchased the Strength & Solace Spray for the family of Raymond Michael "Mike" Blessitt.
Anonymous
August 14, 2016
Sentiments of Serenity Spray was purchased for the family of Raymond Michael "Mike" Blessitt.
Laura Dyess
August 14, 2016
Mike was my first cousin. He was 19 years older than me, and as a child I always had a crush on him. I would get so excited when he would come over in his little sports car. He visited my Dad Fred Avant often. He will be missed. Prayers for all of the family. Laura Avant Dyess