Jessee Freeman Ford “Paw,” 73, of Evington, Virginia, entered his heavenly home on March 16, 2021. He is survived by children, Vinson Ford (Stephanie) and Aimee Ford (Danny Fielder); stepchildren, Pete Turpin (Laura), Denny Turpin (Loretta), Missy Johnson (Robbie); grandchildren, Steven (Taylor), Jacob and Garrett Ford, Christian Turpin (Roy Blair), Thomas and Trevor Vance, PJ Powell; six great-grandchildren; and former wife, Carolyn Ford. He was preceded in death by his parents, Jessie and Hester Ford; sister, Janet Ford Smith; and grandchildren, William Dunn and Joshua Powell. Jessee drove trucks for over 40 years. He was a hard-working man who loved farm life, raising cattle and pigs, and hanging out at the stock market. He enjoyed picking fun with those he loved and never knew a stranger. A private memorial will be held at a future date. Donations will be appreciated to help cover final expenses. A Facebook Fundraiser has been created online. Burch-Messier of Bedford is assisting the family.