Darrell Ford

     Darrell Ford, 53, passed away on Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at his home in rural Sheldon, MO. Darrell was born on July 14, 1972 in Nevada, MO to Walter D. and Mary F. (Scholes) Ford.

     Darrell was raised in Sheldon and graduated from Sheldon High School in 1991.

After high school, Darrell worked at Thorco-Lamar for 8 years, then worked as a farm hand on various area farms, as well as Tim Feldman Kennels.  He served  5 years as a volunteer for the Sheldon Fire Department.  He loved metal scrapping and listening to country music.

     Survivors include his brother, Dwayne Ford, Sheldon, MO; his sister, Paula Bechtle, Nevada, MO; a niece, Camie Ford, Nevada, MO; and a nephew, Dustin Ford, Lockwood, MO.   He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Dennis Ford.

     Memorial services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, July 24, 2025 at Ferry Funeral Home with Shane McCaslin officiating.  Committal will follow at a later date in Sheldon Cemetery, Sheldon, MO.   In lieu of flowers, those who wish may contribute to the family in care of Ferry Funeral Home.

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