William Darnell's Obituary
Celebrating William Stanley Darnell
July 25th, 1948 - January 27th, 2026
We celebrate the beautiful life of William Stanley Darnell, a man who filled every room with quick jokes and easy laughter. His 77 years were marked by a gift for loving everyone he met and turning common moments into bright memories.
Resilient, humble, hardworking, and creative, William carried these qualities into everything he did. Friends and family often point first to his wonderful sense of humor, a trait that made ordinary days feel lighter.
He is lovingly remembered by his daughters Tonya (Jim) Darnell-Jansch and Mistie Darnell.
William’s joy lives on in his grandchildren Tera Jansch, Stephanie Jansch-Hatcher, Chris Jansch, Jasmine Darnell, Chelsey Harris, and Brandon Harris. His many great grandchildren, Nevaeh Wilson, Dylan Wilson, Mackenzie Hatcher, Braxton Hatcher, Amya Darnell, Avery Harris, Kaysen Harris, Shawn Foster, and Karmen Chambers.
His sisters Betty Ann Woodall and Brenda Gayle Dugger also treasure the many happy moments shared with him.
His proceeded in death by Jane Campbell, James A. Darnell Jr., Robert C., Thomas D., Richard Leon, Charles M., Mary Francis, Johnny Darnell, Sherry Darnell, Anthony Paul, James A Darnell Sr, Margaret L. Darnell, Neil Woodall, Johnny Darnell
Today we choose smiles over tears as we thank William for showing us how humor and kindness can brighten a life. Each story retold and each joke remembered keeps his cheerful spirit close to everyone who knew him.
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