Harrell Wood Revell, 94, of Bristol, Florida went to be with the Lord on April 24, 2021. Preceded in death by his parents, his brothers Oren Jr., Jack & Gordon Parker Revell, his sister Alma Lee Callaway, his devoted wife of 52 years, Millicent Owens Revell. And Edna Stanley Revell, his wife and dancing partner of 12 years.
He is survived by his seven children and their spouses Terry & Nancy Revell, Brenda & Gordon Forster, Tim & Karlene Revell, Sharon & Randy Mackey, Gar & Trel Revell, Shawn & Marsha Revell, Oren & Rachel Revell.
Harrell Wood Revell was born to Ethel Mae (Dollie) Harrell Revell and Oren Stephen Revell on April 2, 1927 in Bristol, Florida.
Harrell Wood Revell entered the Merchant Marines in 1943 at the age of 16 during World War II after his mother signed a consent form. He was drafted into the Army in 1946. Along with service duties, Harrell Wood was selected to join a boxing team.
He became a Light Heavy Weight Champion for the Second Infantry Division. After discharge Harrell Wood returned home to Bristol.
Harrell Wood married Millie Owens on May 25, 1947 and together they raised seven children. Their family would grow to include 24 grandchildren, 20 great grandchildren and two special nephews Danny & Ricky Revell.
In 1948, he rejoined the Army, after paratrooper training, he was assigned to the 82nd Airborne Division, stationed at Fort Bragg, North Carolina. Harrell Wood was a jump master, with over 250 jumps. His final jump being in honor of his 79th birthday accompanied by his two of his sons Tim & Oren. While in the Army he was a member of the All Army Pistol Team. After 20 years of service to the military, Harrell Wood and Millie decided to bring their family back home to Bristol.
In 1973, Harrell Wood ran and won the position of Sheriff in Liberty County, retiring in 1992 after 19 years of service to spend time with family. He ran for sheriff again in 2000 & hung his hat up for the final time in 2008, at the age of 81. During this time in office Harrell Wood had the distinction of being the oldest Sheriff in office in the State of Florida.
He was also a member of the Florida Peace Officer Association pistol team – being one of five distinguished masters.
Harrell Wood Revell leaves behind a legacy of family, love, devotion, and service.
To some he was daddy, some our father-in-law, to a lot of us he was granddaddy, for others he was simply uncle & friend, but to Liberty County he was Sheriff.
Being Sheriff of Liberty County was Harrell Wood’s lifelong dream – he was a sheriff of the people in Liberty County and for the people of Liberty County.
He will long be remembered for his beautiful smile, laughter that warmed the room, impeccable attire of dress pants and cowboy boots, donning his Stetson hat in a way like none else could, his notoriously unlit cigar, which was usually left behind as a reminder you’d had a visit from the legend Harrell Wood Revell.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that contributions be made to the Florida Sheriff’s Youth Ranches 9291 US Hwy 90 Live Oak, Fl. 32360
Services will be held at First Baptist Church of Bristol, Wednesday, April 28, 2021 visitation at 11:00 am funeral service following 12:00 pm graveside service at Lake Mystic Cemetery. McClellan Funeral Home, Quincy in charge of arrangements.
