of Jonesboro, AR
May 29, 1934 - April 23, 2023
Shelby Carroll Blevins, 88, of Jonesboro, passed away Sunday, April 23, 2023 at his home. He was born May 29, 1934 in Violet Hill, AR to Carl and Lois (Cooper) Blevins. Shelby worked for White Rodgers in Batesville until retirement, then spent time farming. He was a member of the Church of God and loved bluegrass music, playing the mandolin and most of all, spending time with his family and grandkids.
Shelby was preceded in death by his parents; a son, Butch Blevins; a granddaughter, Cammie Blevins; a brother, Charlie Blevins and three sisters, Imogene Davis, Barbara Smith and Linnie Whited.
Survivors include his wife of 69 years, Alta Lois Murphy-Blevins; a son, Bobby Blevins; two daughters, Kim (Mark) Welter and Donna (Steve) Williams; 11 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; a daughter-in-law, Susan and special life long friend, Tracy Jo Hart.
Graveside services will be 4 pm Thursday, at Unity Cemetery with Bro. Gary Gipson officiating.
Visitation will precede the service from 2:30 to 3:30 pm at Roller-Farmers Union Funeral Home, 1900 West Washington Avenue in Jonesboro.
Aaron Blevins, Charles Webster, Rodney Hufstedler, Rick Stevens, Josh Gibson and Cliff Feezor will serve as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers will include Matthew Bayles, Todd Hart, Jody Cashion, Brad Penn, Scott Rathman, Mark Hurd and Marshal Bakker.
In lieu of flowers, please consider St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, ACH or Le Bonheur Children's Hospital.
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11 Condolence(s)
John Downs II
Wednesday, May 10, 2023
Shelby never will I ever forget working with you. I can't believe we lost touch. But God had your back always, I didn't know where you had gotten to so it really makes me sad knowing now you were still close. May God be with the rest of your family through this journey.
Gloria Gullatt
Tuesday, May 2, 2023
Sorry for the loss of Mr Belvin praying for your family during this difficult time
Grandmother of Meg Malone Webster and Charles
JERI LEE SPURLOCK CZERWINSKI
Tuesday, May 2, 2023
Lois,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My condolences and prayers to you and your family.
Karen Cremeens
Thursday, April 27, 2023
I am so sorry for your loss! He was a great man. Our families had many great times together. Love you all!
Freda Cruse Hardison
Wednesday, April 26, 2023
I'm so sorry for your families loss. Mr Blevins enjoyed an afternoon on my back porch in the recliner overlooking the White River. A delightful man.
Leeann Castleberry
Wednesday, April 26, 2023
So sorry for your loss. Prayers for you all.
Sincerely,
Robin and Leeann Hester Castleberry
Linda Davis
Wednesday, April 26, 2023
Hugs and love sent to all of you guys. My thoughts and prayers during this time of sorrow.
Trina Cooper Kervin
Wednesday, April 26, 2023
So sorry to hear of your loss. I will be praying for the family
Jody Cashion
Wednesday, April 26, 2023
Shelby was a great man and will be missed greatly! Enjoy your reward Mr. Blevins!
Rick McBroome
Tuesday, April 25, 2023
Shelby was a very fine man, God bless to Lois, Bobby, and Kim, and all, the family. Sorry for the loss of this fine person.
Rick
Regina Lubala
Tuesday, April 25, 2023
Praying for your family in this time of loss. May God strengthen and uphold you all. My family has known the Blevins for several years and they’ve taught my children spiritual lessons in life. I love you so very much and pray you memorialize your gpa and keep his memory alive in the great grands âï¸