Olin Harrell passed away peacefully at the age of 96, on January 14, 2019. He was born on September 28, 1922 in Thomasville, GA to Edward Olin Harrell and Lula Harrell. Olin became a resident of Brandon, FL as an infant, and would reside there the reminder of his life. On September 7th, 1943, he married the love of his life, Ruth Wadsworth and they happily raised their family together until Ruth’s passing in 2014. In addition to being a devoted husband and father, Olin was a dedicated public servant. He proudly served for the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office, retiring after 34 outstanding years on the job. Olin was pre- deceased by his parents, siblings, and loving wife. He is survived by his beloved family, children David L. Harrell, Richard L. Harrell, and Suzanne Welch, and grandchildren Richard L. Harrell Jr and Courtney Welch.
Although he is gone from this Earth, his legacy will live on through his children and grandchildren, and they are eternally grateful for all the time they had with him.