Thelmus Blevins

. Mr. Thelmus Roger Blevins age 82, of Jefferson, NC went home to be with his heavenly father Wednesday, November 3, 2010. Mr. Blevins was born January 14, 1928 in Williamson, WV to Fieldon and Rose Hamm Blevins. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his brother, David Blevins and sister, Irene Powers. He has lived in Ashe County since the 1930's.  He retired from Thomasville Industries after 43 years of service.  He was a member of Oak Grove Baptist Church in Warrensville. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, November 6, 2010 at 2:00 PM at Badger Funeral Home Chapel by Rev. George Grubb & Rev. Lloyd Day.   Burial will follow in Ashelawn Memorial Gardens with military rites. The family will receive friends from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM prior to the service. Mr. Blevins is survived by: His loving wife of 61 years: Kathleen Johnson Blevins 2 Daughters: Diane Elliott and husband Mike of Kingsport, TN & Kathy Holderfield and husband Tom of Pinehurst, NC 1 Son: Gary Blevins of Jefferson, NC 1 Brother: Thurman Blevins of Lansing, NC 1 Sister: Reba Eller of Lansing, NC 7 grandchildren: Tiffany Grubb, Ashley Campbell, Casey Holderfield, Catherine Ladd, Kristy Johnson, Suzanne Holderfield & Chad Holderfield 4 great-grandchildren:  Jake Grubb, Grayson Johnson, George Holderfield & Caleb Johnson several nieces and nephews. Casey & Chad Holderfield, Justin Grubb, Patrick Ladd, Josh Johnson & Justin Campbell will serve as pallbearers. Flowers will be appreciated, or memorials may be made to: High Country Health Care Hospice, P.O. Box 421 Jefferson, NC 28640. You may send and view condolences to the family through our website at www.badgerfuneralhome.com. Badger Funeral Home was entrusted with Mr. Blevins's arrangements.