Christopher Auguste Blanton, 55, of Bessemer City, NC died Tuesday, October 15, 2024.
Born in Burke County, NC on September 24, 1969, he was the son of Jerleen Elizabeth Carswell Blanton and the late Charles Ray Blanton. Christopher was a member of Burkemont Baptist Church. He was a graduate of Freedom High School and loved attending games. He enjoyed cooking, especially baking cakes and pies. He was an avid fan of the Dallas Cowboys and loved wrestling. He was also a fan of the UNC Tarheels.
Christopher is survived by his mother and his step-brother, Lewis Blanton; uncles, Jim Carswell, Johnny Carswell, and David Carswell; aunt, Judy Morrow; and numerous cousins, nieces, nephews, and extended family.
In addition to his father, Christopher was preceded in death by a brother, Benji Blanton; and sister, Debbie Blanton.
The family will receive friends from 2 to 3 p.m., Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at Sossoman Funeral Home. The funeral will be held at 3 p.m. in the Colonial Chapel of the funeral home with Rev. Mark Pridgen and Rev. Dr. Eddy Bunton officiating. Burial will follow in Burke Memorial Park.
Memorial contributions may be made to Northside Community Church, 1607 Beaver Pond Road, Rocky Mount, NC 27084.
Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center is assisting the family with the arrangements.
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Thank you for everything you ever did for me, I will never forget you, your amazing cooking skills and all the jokes. Love and miss you always.
Jerleen, My sympathy and love for you during this great loss. I remember getting to talk to Chris and about his love of football. I love you sister and hope you can find God's strength during this time.
Chris I'm going to miss you brother . Don't worry about your Mother I promise to take care of her . I know how much you loved her . Go. In Peace to Our Savior.
Jerleen, Even though we've never met in person, I hold you dear to my heart. My heart now breaks for you with the loss of your son. May God give you strength in the upcoming days, weeks and years. Rest in the peace that this separation is only temporary and you will be reunited with Chris someday in God's kingdom. With sympathy and love, Christine
I’m so sorry for your loss. Words can’t express how my heart breaks for you. You are in my prayers