Bonnie P. Blinson, 84, of Glen Alpine, NC, passed away Thursday, April 20, 2023. Born on February 16, 1939, she was the daughter of the late Milton and Ida Nell Payne. Bonnie was a member of Pleasant Ridge Baptist Church and loved singing in the choir. She also loved cooking, red roses and feeding hummingbirds. Mrs. Blinson worked for Burke County Public Schools for over 25 years.
Bonnie is survived by her husband of 63 years, David Sherrill Blinson; daughters, Jannell Blinson Self (Junior) and Sherri Blinson Smith (Brian); grandchildren, Maleah Young (Jake), Shelby Ramsey, Ian Smith, Payne Smith; great-grandchildren, Peyton, Dax, Keraghen and Spencer; brother, John Payne (Phyllis); sister, Jeanette Payne Edminston (William); and several nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents, Bonnie is preceded in death by her granddaughter, Lauren Ramsey.
The family will receive friends from 11am-12pm on Wednesday, April 26, 2023 at Pleasant Ridge Baptist Church. The service will begin at 12pm in the church with Revs. Brian Buckner and Jim Smith officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Pleasant Ridge Baptist Church or to Samaritan’s Purse.
Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center is assisting the family with the arrangements.
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Dear Cousins, so sorry to hear of your loss. We will be uplifting you in prayer not as a people that have no hope but as brothers and sisters in Christ who will rejoice at Bonnie's homegoing but will grieve her absence. Comfort yourselves in knowing that she is in paradise. We miss getting to see you all but wish you well in the coming days. In Christ's Love, Geraldine, Mike, Beth & Curt
Just learned this precious lady went to Glory. She will always be a beautiful memory of a true lady from my childhood and elementary school at GA. Hopes for peace to all her sweet family, until we are all truly home one fine day…….
So sorry to hear of Bonnie’s passing. She was a beautiful, wonderful lady! I know she is in heaven today! May God give all of much comfort and peace in the difficult days ahead! All of the family will be in thoughts and prayers! Love and prayers! Sharon Piercy Cain
So sorry to hear this. She was one of the members of our faculty at Glen Alpine Elementary. She loved working with the kindergarten students. Such a dear, sweet lady. I send warm comforting hugs to the family. Jackie Ward
So very sorry to hear about Bonnie. She was a very sweet lady. May God give you comfort and peace during this difficult time.
I’m so sad to hear of Mrs. Blinson’s passing. She is one of my favorite role models from growing up in Glen Alpine. Please know all of her family is in my heart and prayers. I love you all very much. 💜
I'm so blessed to have been able to experience the love that this amazing woman had for others. Sending prayers and love.
Mrs Blinson left such special a place in so many hearts over her years here on earth. My family among them. I know we will never forget her sweet smile, no matter where we saw each other, always a kind word, always positive & caring, everything with such grace! She is the perfect example of a true lady. I know your loss is great & I will be thinking of all of you & praying for strength & comfort as you say “farewell, until we meet again”. Love, Sue Howard
Janell, Maleah & Shelby I am so very sorry for your loss. Ya'll are in my prayers 🙏!! Love Ya'll ❤️
Family members, Our condolences as you go through this grieving period. May our Lord wrap his living arms around you and give you peace!