Photo courtesy of Bradley's Funeral Home & Crematory - Marion
Marion, Virginia
Jul 7, 1935 – Sep 2, 2021 (Age 86)
Marion, VA
Shirley Irene Aker Blevins went home to be with the Lord on September 2, 2021. She was born to the late Homer Phillip Aker, Sr. and Emily Louise Campbell Aker. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Clifton Franklin Blevins, Sr. and her daughter, Kathy Louise Blevins.
Shirley is survived by her son, Clifton Franklin Blevins, Jr. & wife Debbie; daughters: Sandi Rouse & husband Ellis, Barbara (Bobbie) Cornett & husband Jimmy; son-in-law, Jonithan Lynn Blevins; grandchildren and great-grandchildren: Melanie Walsh & husband Butch (Jacob Blevins & wife Charity, Carrington Baxter, and Montana Phipps), Valerie Yarber & husband Tracy (Klayton), Stevi Savage & husband Matt (Rhodes and Paloma), Tonya Hall & husband Artie (Katrielle, Kitrah, and Kanaan), Levi Rouse (Olivia), Marisa Meadows & husband Josh (Tanner, Paisley, and Kaleb), Christen Jennings & husband Brian (Willow, Waylon, and Walker), Michelle Dempsey (Conner and Maddie), Nakeeshi Sykes & husband Travis (Parker), Lindsey McGeorge (Hannah); sister, Elizabeth Blevins & husband Vernon; brother, Homer Phillip Aker, Jr. & wife Carroll; sisters-in-law: Sylvia Freeman & husband Henry, Maxine Olinger; brother-in-law, Cecil Blevins & wife Loretta; several nieces and nephews also survive.
The family would like to thank Home Health and Hospice for their services.
Due to covid 19, family graveside funeral services will be held on Saturday, September 11, 2021 at the Cleghorn Valley Baptist Church Cemetery. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.bradleysfh.com. Bradley’s Funeral Chapel of Chilhowie is serving the Blevins Family.
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May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Rita Thompson
September 17, 2021 | Mariom, VA | Family
Shirley was a joy to know and a shinning example of Christ's love. Our deepest sympathy for the family.
EMMETT & Virginia RUSH
September 10, 2021 | PINEY FLATS, TN | Friend
Shirley was a First Cousin older than me and ran with older-than-me Family and friends. I ran with her sister Elizabeth and brother Homer and kept up with Shirley through them. And we have become older First Cousins, amazed we have lived to this age!!! Our Death is to be expected, always sad when it comes!!! I extend my Sympathies and Condolences!!!
Garland Campbell
September 10, 2021 | Dublin, VA | Family
so sorry about your loss. your family is in our prayers
bonnie haga
September 09, 2021 | Marion, VA | Friend
So sorry prayers for you all
Rickie Blevins
September 08, 2021 | Cedar Bluff, VA | Family
Shirley was a precious woman. Her soft spoken voice and sweet smile left an impression on everyone she met. My thoughts and prayers are with the family. Praying God comforts each of you as only He can.
Denise K Dockins
September 05, 2021
Sandy, Sympathy to you and your family in the loss of your beloved mother. May all the special memories of her comfort you.
Barbara B. Sturgill
September 04, 2021
We are so sorry for your loss praying for the family
Richard and Edith Mckinnon
September 03, 2021 | Marion, VA | Family
Our heartfelt sympathy is with all the family at this sad time. Shirley will be missed, but is enjoying a great reunion in heaven! Jim and Nancy Riley
Nancy Riley
September 03, 2021 | Chilhowie, VA | Friend