CREMATION OR CEMETERY - GLADEWATER


Roland Steven Bedair, 53, was born May 12, 1961 in Overton, TX to Roland Hudson and Barbara Bedair and passed away on Thursday, March 19, 2015. 

Steve was preceded in death by his father. 

He is survived by his wife, Cathy Lee Bedair and their two beautiful daughters, Alisyn Lee Bedair and Madisyn May Bedair of Gladewater, TX. He is also survived by his daughter, Melanie McKale of Henderson, TX, his son, David Roland Bedair of Kilgore, TX, his mother, Barbara Lee Bedair of Overton, TX, his sisters Revel Sue Fleming of Freer, TX, Mary Elizabeth Bergeron of Hot Springs, Arkansas, and Rhonda Staci Bedair of Overton, TX.

Steve grew up in Overton, TX. He worked for Atmos Energy in Longview, TX as a Corrosion Specialist. He owned Bedair Machine Works where he manufactured Guide Rods for handguns. Steve loved to create things with his hands. He could fix or make anything. He was at his happiest when he was out in his shop working. He also loved to play golf. Steve is the best example of a husband, father, brother, and uncle, and his quiet strength, strong will, intelligence, integrity, class, and dignity will be missed by many.

Steve’s family would like to sincerely thank all of the staff of Hospice of East Texas and Texas Oncology who were so loving and caring and helped so much during this very difficult time. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Hospice of East Texas in Tyler, TX.

There will be a Memorial Service to celebrate Steve’s life on Sunday, March 22, 2015 at 2:00 PM at The First Methodist Church of Gladewater at 217 W. Quitman Ave. Gladewater, TX.