Edward Paul Bishop Jr. (Eddie) went to meet his Lord and savior on July 15, 2019 after a long illness. He was born May 14, 1955 in Mullens, WV to his parents Edward P. and Ellen (Lester) Bishop.
He is preceded in death by a beloved son Jeremy Lee Bishop, brother Darrell Bishop, and his father. Those left to cherish his memory are his children; Jason Payne and his fiancé, Ashley Beckham, Moranda Alderman, Derick Bishop, Tara Bishop and her fiancé, Matt Bowles; grandchildren; Cameron and Baylee Alderman; mother Ellen Bishop; brothers Arnold (Pam) Bishop and Jack (Kathy) Bishop; sisters Betty (Garry) Kelly, Barbara (Mike) Meadows, and Mary (Toney) Greco; his special friend, Consey Norris; many neices, nephews, and friends who will miss him dearly.
Eddie was a 1975 graduate of Sophia High School and worked for John Eye Furniture, RC&M Coal Company, and Brock Mining. He later became the manager of the family owned business, Midway Furniture, Gun and Pawn Shop. He enjoyed running marathons in his early years and later became very active in coaching his children in track and little league football. He was a gun enthusiast, loved nature, watching Nascar races, and hunting with family. Music was a great passion to him and could get him through some of his toughest times.
He was self-taught on the guitar and loved to sit around, sing, and play bluegrass music. His knowledge of the Bible and history of the world was truly amazing to all who knew him. He had a humorous personality and could make you laugh even on your worst day.
The family would like to thank the staff at Raleigh Center for their care, compassion, and excellent performance of medical care at it's best. Additional thanks to Pine Lodge and Harper Mills staff for their loving care.
The family will receive friends for visitation on Friday, July 19, 2019 from 11 am - 1 pm at Blue Ridge Funeral Home. Funeral service will begin at 1 pm with Pastor Ronnie Miller officiating. Eddie will be laid to rest at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens by pallbearers Ray Lester, Shane Greco, Shad Alexander, Bucky Miller, Matt Bowles, Danny Adkins, and honorary pallbearer Justin Meadows . Blue Ridge Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements. Online condolences may be offered to the family at www.blueridgefuneralhome.com
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