Dion Edwin Bledsoe entered eternal life on Monday, October 26, 2026, surrounded by his loved ones at the age of 82. He was born on April 24, 1944, in Houston, Texas, to parents, Edwin Hill Bledsoe and Desiree Ramona Sheffield Bledsoe.

Dion received his education at Spring Branch High School and the University of Houston. He served his country in the United States Airforce. Dion married his wife of 61 years, Gail Gray, on June 11, 1965. After working at Ernst and Young for many years as a Certified Public Accountant he retired in 1999. He and Gail then moved to their home in Franklin, Texas, where he enjoyed the ranching life. Dion was a life-long lover of Nature and all paths of heart.

Dion was an avid rancher who loved his family, his cows, spending time with his granddaughters and a strong cup of coffee. He was a generous and loving man, and always uplifting others and inspiring people with his positivity, enthusiasm and bright spirit. He embraced life with gusto and gave it his all. As he would say, “Let’s get this show on the road!”

Dion is preceded in death by his parents, Edwin and Desiree Beldsoe.

He leaves behind to cherish his memory, wife, Gail Bledsoe of Franklin; daughter, Casey Bledsoe of Black Mountain, NC; son and daughter-in-law, Clint and Kellie Bledsoe of Austin; sister, Martha Moore of Bryan and 2 granddaughters, Ruby Bledsoe and June Bledsoe.

A private celebration of life will be held at a later date.

Donations in memory of Dion Bledsoe can be made to Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation, Wounded Warrior Project or to the charity of choice