Farrell Raymond Blevins

January 15, 1936 - January 24, 2017

Farrell Raymond Blevins, age 81, of Pella, Iowa; formerly of Tyler, Texas, passed away January 24, 2017, at Comfort House in Pella, Iowa. Farrell was born in Ider, Alabama on January 15, 1936. He is the son of Oscar and Ella (Ott) Blevins. On May 5, 1961, Farrell and Donna were united in marriage in Pella, Iowa, to this union two children were born; Sheryl and Rhonda. Farrell enlisted in the United States Navy in 1958 where he served four years. In the 1960’s, Farrell moved to Tyler, Texas where worked 33 years as a machinist for Howe-Baker Engineers. Farrell is survived by his loving wife of 55 years; Donna Lee (DeJong) Blevins, two daughters; Sheryl Layne of Dallas, Texas and Rhonda Kaye Blevins of Pella, Iowa. Farrell is also survived by one grandson; Vaughn Bendall of Ft. Campbell, Kentucky. Farrell is preceded in death by his parents; Oscar and Ella (Ott) Blevins, and nine siblings. In Farrell’s free time he enjoyed playing Blue Grass music on the fiddle. Farrell’s wishes were to be cremated. A private family burial will be held at a later date. The Winfield Funeral Home is helping the family of Farrell Blevins with their arrangements. In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund is set up at www.winfieldfh.com