Bobby Gene Bridges, 78

Bobby Gene Bridges, 78, passed away Wednesday December 20, 2017.

He was born April 8, 1939 in Cleveland County, son of the late D.C. and Georgia Etta Tessneer Bridges. He was a veteran of the United States Army.

In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by two brothers, Guy Bridges and JZ Bridges; six sisters, Joyce London, Donnis Melton, Irene Melton, Betty Black, Frances Bland, and Wraye O'Shields. Left to cherish his memories is his wife of 57 years, Brenda McSwain Bridges of the home; one son, Kevin Bridges and wife Amy of Shelby; two daughters, Kelly Collum and husband Jeff of Boiling Springs, and Kristi Bridges Sparks also of Boiling Springs; four sisters, Jewell Padgett, Grace Blanton, Dorothy Jolley, and Reba Shirlen; 4 grandchildren; 2 great grandchildren; a very special niece and nephew, Rita and Sam Bridges.

A funeral service was held in the chapel of Eggers Funeral Home of Cliffside. Clergy: Rev. Mike Frazier and Rev. Brett Willis. Interment was held at Cleveland Memorial Park with Military Honors.

Arrangements are entrusted to Eggers Funeral Home of Cliffside.