Harvey Blevins

View this Videotribute James Harvey Blevins, age 91, of 225 Ka-Ola Drive, Jefferson, NC, passed away unexpectedly on April 27, 2008 at his home. Mr. Blevins was born in Ashe County, NC on January 3, 1917 to the late Gaither and Bertie Blevins. Harvey lived most of his life in Ashe County and was well known as a realtor and land developer until his retirement at age 83. He was an avid horseman for many years, loved bowling with his friends, and collected coins, guns, and knives. He was a World War II veteran and received the Purple Heart. Mr. Blevins is survived by a daughter, Phyllis Younce Childers and husband Charles of Maggie Valley, NC; a brother, Earl Blevins of Crumpler, NC; a granddaughter, Crystal Ballard and husband Mark of Concord, NC; a grandson, Randy Blevins and wife Vira of Kannapolis, NC. Also surviving are four great-granddaughters, Shelly Teague, Shanna Hart, Teka Ballard, and Ria Blevins; and one great-great-grandson, Austin Teague. A visitation service will be held Wednesday, April 30, 2008 from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm at Ashelawn Memorial Chapel in Jefferson, NC. Graveside services will be held immediately following in Ashelawn Memorial Gardens with military rites. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Heart Association, c/o Judy Leek, P.O. Box 1839, West Jefferson, NC 28694. You may send and view condolences to the family through our website www.ashelawn.com. Ashelawn Memorial Chapel was entrusted with Mr. Blevins' arrangements.