Charles Ray Bridges

DATELINE: SHELBY, NORTH CAROLINA Charles Ray Bridges

Charles Ray Bridges, 84, of Shelby, NC, passed away on January 27, 2022 at Atrium Health Cleveland in Shelby, NC. He was born in Spartanburg County, SC, son of the late Everette Jack and Florence Faircloth Bridges and was preceded in death by his brother, Buck Bridges, and a sister, Deloris Falls. Charles served his country honorably in the Air Force Reserves. He was the owner and operator of Custom Metal Fabrication for more than 28 years. In his spare time, Charles enjoyed spending time outdoors, riding horses, fishing, and golfing. Charles was an avid big game hunter and enjoyed hunting across the United States and abroad. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather. His leadership, commitment to his community, friendship, and guidance will be missed greatly by everyone who knew Charles.

SURVIVORS: Wife of 60 years: Jeanne Hastings Bridges, of the home Daughter: Carla Burton and husband Shane, Blacksburg, SC Son: Chuck Bridges and wife Paige Harris, Savannah, GA Grandchildren: Shannon Ray Bridges and Adrian Burton Great Grandchildren: Marley and Brennan Bridges, and Brent Dalton Sister: Sue Phifer and husband John, Kings Mountain, NC

MEMORIAL SERVICE: Sunday, January 30, 2022 at 2:00 PM at Patterson Grove Baptist Church with Reverend Dr. Tim Hendrick officiating

VISITATION: Sunday, January 30, 2022 from 1:00 PM to 1:50 PM prior to the service at the church

MEMORIALS: In lieu of flowers, memorials in Mr. Bridges memory may be made to Patterson Grove Baptist Church Building Fund at 301 Oak Grove Road, Kings Mountain, NC 28086

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ARRANGEMENTS:  HARRIS FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICES, KINGS MOUNTAIN, NORTH CAROLINA