Darrell Efird

Darrell Clinton Efird, 88, of Badin, passed away Friday, January 22nd, 2021 at Tucker Hospice House.

Darrell was born July 20th, 1932 to the late James Henry Efird and Lessie Dick Efird. He graduated from Endy High School in 1951 and was a lifelong Stanly County resident.

Darrell was a United States Air Force veteran and served in the Korean War. He retired from Alcoa and was a member of the 25-year club. He enjoyed working many years with the Cub Scouts and was a faithful member of Lighthouse Baptist Church. He was best known for his kind words, sweet smile, and bear hugs. He was a loving husband, father, and Paw Paw to his grandchildren and great grandchildren. He was a man of few words,
but those words were worth listening to.

Darrell was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Kenneth Efird.

He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Shirley Blalock Efird; Son, Reverend Clinton Efird (Cindy), Daughter, Tonya Efird; 4 grandchildren, 9 great grandchildren; Brothers, Larry Efird (Shirley) and Donnie Efird (Janice); and Sister-in-law, Bobbie Neil Efird.

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, a private graveside service will be held for family.  Reverend Gary Cox will officiate the service and burial will follow at Bear Creek Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery. The Efird Family will plan to celebrate Darrell’s life at a later time.

A special thank you to the staff at Bethany Woods for their care the last few years, and to Hospice of Cabarrus County.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be made to Lighthouse Baptist Church.

Hartsell Funeral Home of Albemarle is serving the Efird family.

Online condolences may be made at www.hartsellfh.com