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Chalmer BLEVINS Obituary
He was a veteran of the United States Navy & Air Force. He served with the Naval Occupational Forces after World War II in the European Theatre and on patrol when Israel became a nation in 1948.While in the Air Force, he served during the Korean War. He received the Korean Service Medal, Good Conduct Medal, World War II Victory Medal, Navy Occupational Medal, and European Clasp.
He was a retired mechanic for the former Kenrose Mfg. Co. & then Russell Apparel Company. He will always be remembered as Wal-mart greeter in Pulaski.
Mr. Blevins was a member of the Dora Highway Baptist Church, where he served as a Deacon and Sunday School teacher for many years. He loved his special church family and enjoyed singing, lay speaking, and other numerous church activities.
He loved his family and was devoted to them and also loved his special friends and neighbors. He was a wonderful husband, father, and gentleman and was a fine example of what our Heavenly Father would want us to be.
We want to "Thank" all the doctors, nurses and staff who took care of him during his illness.
Surviving are his loving and devoted daughter to both parents, Diane Blevins, Dublin; sister, Thelma Stamper, Chilhowie.
Funeral services will be 7 p.m. Monday, June 25, 2012, in the Bower Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Harry Gunter and Rev. Johnny Howlett officiating. Graveside services will be held 1 p.m. Tuesday at Highland Memory Gardens, Dublin, with the Pulaski VFW Post # 1184 conducting military honors.
The family will receive friends Monday evening from 5 to 7 p.m. at Bower Funeral Home, Pulaski. To send online condolences to the family, visit www.bowerfuneralhome.com.
Bower Funeral Home, Pulaski is handling the arrangements for the Blevins family.
Memories and Condolences
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Judy Doughty(Davis)
July 3, 2012
Diane,
I was sorry to hear about your dad. I always enjoyed the visits with him at Hart Motor Co.. He was always so sweet to me. I will miss his visits and hugs. Thoughts and prayers go out to you and family and friends. You now have two angles watching over you. Call me if you need to talk. Love ya!
Connie Widner
June 27, 2012
Many memorable conversations- Always a friendly greeting and smile- Thanks for the many biblical lessons learned and appreciated-Chalmer, you are a special blessing†RIP
Genei Dunford
June 27, 2012
Diane: I will never forget Chalmer @ Wal-Mart. He was the happiest man I have ever known. Such a precious person. He is now with your mother, happy and whole forever. We hate to say goodbye to him. My family will be praying for you during this time but remembering him for always.
June 25, 2012
Diane
I am so sorry to learn of your fathers passing. You will be in my thoughts and prayer during this difficult time.
Vickie Combs Shupe
Trish Mills
June 25, 2012
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of Blevins, I worked with him at Russel Apparel. He always had a smile on his face. My thoughts and Prayers are with you and your family.
June 24, 2012
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of Blevins i worked with him at Russel Apparel for about 30 years i am the one who drew those cartoon pictures for his birthday and other occasions I knew both him and your mother Catherine and they will be missed a lot My thoughts and prayers go out to you his daughter and the rest of your family take care Shirley Britt
Lois Switzer
June 24, 2012
Diane,
I am so sorry to learn of your father's passing. He was a special person and I know that he appreciated all your tender, loving care. May God grant you peace and comfort in this trying time.
Bobby and I are in Florida now but I'll be in touch when I get home.
Love ya!
DIANE WHITT
June 24, 2012
Diane,
I am sorry to hear about your dad. He was such a wonderful man and I know how much you loved him. During this very difficult time and as you face the days ahead I pray that you will feel the loving arms of our Heavenly Father surrounding you with comfort and peace. If you need anything at all, please let me know.
Love and prayers,
Diane Whitt
Lisa Horton
June 24, 2012
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
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