October 20, 1947 – August 02, 2021
Blevins, Richard Scott, 73 departed this earthly life on August 02, 2021, to enter the Gates of Heaven and reunite with loved ones who preceded him in death, including Edwin L. Blevins (Father), Thelma M. Blevins (Mother), brothers Tommy Blevins (Sandra) and Brian Blevins (Janice).
Mr. Blevins will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 54 years, Shelby, Sons Darrell Blevins (Denise), Dennis Blevins (Michele), Grandsons (Kyle Blevins and Craig Blevins).
He had an insatiable passion for piddling in the garage, woodworking, listening to old school country music and occasionally wetting a fishhook. Mr. Blevins was a personable person of which a stranger was never met. His lifework of 50+ years was in retail grocery starting with Winn – Dixie and ending at Food Outlet part time. His favorite color was red, coffee was the go to drink and Winston gold cigarettes were never far away. He also had an affinity for baseball caps.
A visitation will be held at Leak Memory Chapel on Thursday August 26,2021 from 10:00am to 10:50am with a memorial service to follow in the Chapel at 11:00am. Graveside service to follow at Greenwood Cemetery officiated by Pastor William (Bill) Tucker (Encompass Health Chaplin).
Pallbearers:
Kyle Blevins (Grandson Brewton, Al), Craig Blevins (Grandson Brewton, Al), Bill Rogers (Friend Daphne, Al), John Edwards (Friend Montgomery, Al), Arlon Poole (Brother-in law Autauga County, Al), Bryan Young (Great Nephew, Montgomery, Al).
In lieu of flowers the family requests that donations be made to Encompass Health and Hospice Care.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.Leak-MC.com for the Blevins family.
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