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Darrell Rollins Obituary
He has held several pastorates during 40 years of ministry, the most recent being Muir Chapel in Eastwood, KY. He served as Chaplain at Kentucky Department of Corrections for over 24 years.
Rev. Rollins is survived by his wife, Barbara; son and daughter, Kenneth and Darelle Rollins; siblings, William and Patricia Rollins; and a granddaughter, Bianca Clark.
Visitation is 6-8 p.m. Monday at Green Street Baptist Church, 519 E. Gray Street. Funeral services are 11a.m. Tuesday at the church. Burial in Green Meadows Cemetery. Arrangements by G.C. Williams Funeral Home.
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Memories and Condolences
for Darrell Rollins
Charles Saunders
January 12, 2013
Darrell was a classmate, "THE" bass drummer in the IHS band and a friend. Although I have a lot of memories I could share, the ones Darrell and I made at our class reunions where we reflected on our many memories and, more importantly, our discussions about our meeting again someday with our Heavenly Father are the ones I want to reflect on. I will see you again, brother.
January 9, 2013
Darrell will be missed. Always a smile. Many good memories from the days of the IHS marching band, "Flash" was the best. Prayers for the family. He is with his "Father" now and I'm sure he is happy. Nancy Gillenwater Class of "56
Dane Osborne
January 8, 2013
Darrell was a classmate of mine (IHS 1956)and although he was often remembered as the bass drummer in the band he was also a friend to all and had a contagious smile. He was missed at the 55th reunion and will be to all who had the good fortune to have known him.
Norma Taylor, Michelle & Monica Patrick
January 7, 2013
To Barbara and the family:
Please know that we pray for each of you. God blass you and keep you during this time of loss.
January 7, 2013
To the family of Darrell Rollins- Your loss is beyond any words I can add. I attended Kingsbury Grade School and Ironton High with him. He taught me so very much about life and how is to be lived. I proudly called him friend and am proud and a better person to have known him. He will be thought of frequently and with love. Until we see each other again.
Dale (Fox) Smith, class of 1956 Ironton High School.
Rev. Mercia Frierson
January 7, 2013
Thank God for this wonderful Soldier for the Lord, I had the privilege of working with him at KSR,and he always gave me words of wisdom during my early days in my ministry and later on I had the honor of being his nurse at Kindred Hosp. Earth have no sorry that Heaven can't heal, I will miss your Pastor, God Bless the Family.
Faye Owens
January 7, 2013
Barbara you and your family are in my prayers. May your memories of Darrell bring you peace. Stay Blessed.
Doris Deuth
January 7, 2013
I was privileged to work with Pastor Rollins in the KY DOC and at U. of L.'s IRB. What a fine man. He will be missed.
Bev Taft
January 7, 2013
Barbara, I am so sorry to hear about Darrell. I have known him for over 10 years as the prisoner advocate on the UofL's IRB. He was a gentle man with a contagious smile. I enjoyed our chats so much. His presence will be in our thoughts and hearts for eternity. Thoughts and prayers to you and your family. Bev
Donald Spaulding
January 7, 2013
Barbara, you and your family are in my prayers.
Cedric Saunders
January 7, 2013
I worked with Darrell for several years at KSR. I considered him a mentor and valued his conversations and insights. My thoughts and prayers are with his loved ones and friends.
Sam & Penny Heighton
January 7, 2013
Darrell "Flash" Rollins a true friend. Our bass drummer in the Ironton High School Band, class of '56. Never heard a harsh word from Darrell. Always gave you that big friendly smile. We'll miss him.
John & Kadis Hull
January 7, 2013
Our sincerest condolences to the Rollins family. May God continue to be with you during your time of sorrow.
January 7, 2013
In memory of Darrell: friend and mentor
Robbi Devers
January 7, 2013
Dear Rollins Family, I am so sorry for your loss. Darrell was a wonderful man and will be greatly missed.
Kim Reynolds
January 7, 2013
Barbara, Sorry to hear of your loss,
January 7, 2013
Darrell was a great friend from First Grade through High School and beyond. He'll be sorely missed. v/r CDR Paul Woods, USN (Ret.)
Barbara Dearinger UofL IRB
January 7, 2013
Darrell will be greatly missed. He was such a wonderful person. Prayers go out to you and the rest of the family.
Bev Taft
January 7, 2013
So sorry to hear of your loss. He filled a room with his smile and contagious mild manner. Darrell did so much to help protect individual rights. I met him over 10 years ago as he was serving on the UofL IRB as a prisoner advocate for research. What a giant force he was! He will be missed and have a place in our hearts forever.
Rev. Dr. Kathy Goodwin
January 7, 2013
My sincerest sympathy to the Rollins family...Rev. Rollins service in the United Methodist Church was a blessing to those he served. Find comfort in knowing we are praying for you during this difficult time.
David Alstott
January 6, 2013
I will miss the meaningful conversations we had over the years. You were one of the best men I have known.
Sam & Penny Heighton
January 6, 2013
Darrell "Flash" Rollins our bass drummer and a true friend. I never heard a harsh word from him. We have lost a great class member. He always gave you a good feeling with his big smile.
Gary Springer
January 6, 2013
Darrell brought me and many others much joy during our high school days together. He was truly a wonderful, giving human being.
Linda Freeman
January 6, 2013
Our deepest sympathy and prayers go out to Darrell's family. Darrell was an important part of the Ironton (Ohio) High School Class of 1956. He conducted many Memorial Services for our class reunions. He will truly be missed by his classmates and friends here in Ironton.
MARY JANE BYRD
January 6, 2013
DEAR ROLLIN'S FAMILY,
EXTENDING DEEPEST SYMPATHY DURING
THIS DIFFICULT TIME.DARREL WAS ALWAYS
A FINE CHRISTIAN GENTLEMAN.
GOD IS OUR REFUGE AND STRENGTH;A VERY
PRESENT HELP IN TROUBLE.PSALM 46:1
MARY JANE BYRD
IHS CLASS OF '56
January 6, 2013
Our sincere sympathy is extended to Sis Babara and family, while knowing only the Lord is able to comfort those who are are saddened by his absence from this life and pray that God be with them. Written in love, Church Clerk of Bethel Baptist Church: Sis laTonya Harrison
Maysville, Ky 41056
Christopher R. Lee, Pastor
Barbara Oliver
January 6, 2013
So sorry to hear of Darrel's passing... Our prayers are with you...
January 6, 2013
love you brother your going to be very miss love sis
patricia rollins-edwards
January 6, 2013
love you brother your family in columbus,ohio sis
Jo Ann Maynard
January 6, 2013
Barbara, I am so sorry for your loss. He certainly has his place in Heaven, where he is now enjoying being with old family members and friends. You are a wonderful person too and I am sure the Lord is watchng over you. I will keep you all in my prayers.
January 6, 2013
Love you Barbara. Ann S. Reynolds - Atlanta
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