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.