Jeff Blackford, 64, of Norwalk, passed away peacefully at home July 16, 2020. There will be a private family inurnment at a later date.

He was a graduate of Indianola High and DMACC Diesel Mechanics. Jeff was a lifelong farmer. He also enjoyed travel, books, camping, history, and possessed a private pilot's license.

Jeff is survived by wife Pam; sons, Matthew, Clark, and Kyle (Sarah) Blackford; granddaughter, Zoe; mother, Colleen; and sister Sandra (Ron) Meyers.

Memorial contributions can be made to Future Farmers of America (FFA).