BENTON — Darrell Lee Warford,

age 69, of Benton, went home to be with his Heavenly Father on March 21, 2020. He was born on July 9, 1950 and graduated from Benton High School in 1968. Darrell received his Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from the University of Arkansas and established Heritage Engineering, a structural engineering firm. Darrell worked diligently throughout his life on his farm and was a man who feared the Lord and walked by faith daily. Darrell served faithfully as a Sunday School teacher throughout his life. He was known by many titles, including loving husband, devoted father, beloved grandfather, passionate coach, and loyal friend.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Charlie Earl Warford and Leota Warford of Benton. Darrell is survived by his wife Emily Polk Warford of Benton, sister, Neva Warford of Little Rock, son, Eric Warford and wife Leslie of Benton, daughter Shelli Robertson and husband Josh of Benton, daughter, Keeli McCracken and husband Kyle of College Station, Texas, son, Brock Warford and wife Renee of Little Rock, daughter, Ashli Yazza and husband Grant of Benton, son, Darren Warford of Benton; and nine grandchildren Tilly, Micah, Brandt, Justus, Tripp, Jordan, Ava, Sloane, and Ruston.

Due to the current COVID-19 environment, the family will observe a private graveside service held on Thursday, March 26th at Ten Mile Cemetery. A public celebration of life is tentatively planned for July 9th, 2020, which would have been Darrell’s 70th birthday.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you consider a donation to the Darrell Warford Memorial fund. This fund will help start a scholarship in his name. This scholarship will provide support to future Civil Engineering students at the University of Arkansas. Donations can be made to P.O. Box 505, Benton, Arkansas 72018. Online guestbook at www.asbyfuneralhome.com.