Tara Jolly Bledsoe

Tara Jolly Bledsoe, 41, passed away on August 22, 2026, at Atrium Main in Charlotte, North Carolina, with her loving family by her side. She was born August 28, 1984, to Danny and Terry Jolly.

Tara was the best wife and mother anyone could ask for. She truly loved her family and they were the most important people in her life. She enjoyed spending time in the mountains hugging the trees and making many happy memories with her loved ones. Tara and her husband were the owners of Autumn Effects Lawn Care and she also worked for Amazon. She will be missed and remembered by all who knew and loved her.

In addition to her parents, Danny and Terry Jolly, she is survived by her beloved husband of 21 years, Michael Eugene Bledsoe; daughter, Autumn Bledsoe; brother, Charlie Edward Pierce; sisters, Delina Chandler (Josh) and Dee Pierce; her in-laws, Scott and Sheila Searles and Paul Bledsoe; brother-in-law, Greg Bledsoe (Kiley) and their daughter, Ava Grace; and many wonderful nephews and friends.

The family will receive friends at Withers and Whisenant Funeral Home, from 2:00 pm until 3:00 pm. on Saturday, August 29, 2026. A memorial service will follow at 3:00 pm in the chapel with Mr. Jeffery Parker officiating.

Withers and Whisenant Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 2916 Union Road, Gastonia, NC (704) 864-5144 is serving the family.

Online condolences may be made at: www.withersandwhisenantfuneral.com