"I know this happened awhile ago but when she worked as a dorm parent at mwa, she made everyone feel at ease. She was extremely loving and nurturing. That was just her nature. I loved this woman dearly and she was always there to listen and give good advice. I will remember and think of her always. Ms. Darla was a sweet, caring, and loving mama bear who brought smiles and laughter to all of us. "
In loving memory of
Darla Page Vinson
February 4, 1958 - November 10, 2014
Darla Jean Page Vinson, 56, of Keokuk, died at 1:05 AM, Monday, November 10, 2014, at her home.
Darla was born February 4, 1958, in Keokuk, Iowa, a daughter of Lyle Allen and Patricia Jean Lafeber Page Sr. She was united in marriage to Terry Vinson on February 28, 2004 at Freedom of Christ Church in Keokuk, Iowa.
Darla was a resident of Keokuk and had been employed as a truck driver and a bus driver. She was a caregiver as a CNA for 25 years. She was a member of Calvary FourSquare Church. She enjoyed gardening, fishing, and spending time with her family and friends. For many years she did volunteer work with youth groups and special needs persons.
Darla is survived by her husband, Terry Vinson of Keokuk; her father, Lyle Page Sr. of Montrose, Iowa; seven children, Cody Lane Page of Montrose, Matthew Paul Page, Nichole Nadine (Adam) Kraus, Amber Elane (Andrew James) Harmon, all of Keokuk, and Bill Vinson, Matt Vinson, and Tera Vinson; and fifteen grandchildren. Survivors also include a sister, Jennifer Nichole (Doug) Deener of Macomb, Illinois; and three brothers, Lyle Allen (Sharon) Page, Mark Clayton (Tara) Page, and Bruce Darwin (Linda) Page, all of Montrose, Iowa.
Darla was preceded in death by her mother, Patricia Jean Lafeber Page, and her grandparents, Ted and Ruby Lafeber and Charlie and Cleo Page.
A Celebration of her life will be at 10:00 AM Thursday, November 13, at DeJong-Greaves Celebration of Life Center at 917 Blondeau Street in Keokuk with Pastor Dan Davis officiating. Burial will be in Scandinavian Cemetery in rural Keokuk.
Visitation will be after 3:00 PM Wednesday, November 12, 2014, at DeJong-Greaves Celebration of Life Center at 917 Blondeau with family meeting friends from 6 to 8 Wednesday evening.
Monetary donations may be made to the family for accrued medical expenses.
Tributes
"I will always treasure her giving spirit and loving ways, times at the bonfires and talking over coffee at the kitchen table. Terry you were such a blessing to her. She was so proud of all of her children and grandchildren. Much love and prayers for you all."
"I was so sorry to hear of this Terry. My heart and sympathy goes out to you. She was here long enough to be able to witness to Donald, which meant a great deal to both of us. She was a great and wonderful person and now she can visit with Donald in the presence of Jesus."
"I am so very sorry for your loss Terry. I will cherish the memories I have of the two of you together. Hopefully, I may find some pictures. Please be well and trust in God to get you through the times ahead."
"I was blessed to meet some of her children when they were organizing her benefit. But I knew her through Terry. Know, that GOD truly will lighten your loss. Will keep all the family in my prayers."
"I only knew Darla for a very short time, but she was always a joy to visit and talk with. One of my favorite in~law relatives..... Condolences to the family."
"So sorry for your loss. I worked with Darla at Midwest academy and she was such a blast. The staff and students loved her."
"Well growing up with her , they were all good , crazy , but good , oh did we ever the two of us seem to get in trouble all the time , we talked one time a while back and she told me or reminded me of our tomato fight we had in the garden and oh we got in trouble for throwing and wasting tomatoes, and then my dad use to deliver water and had a big big silver tank he hauled the water in , we were going to be big stars, ???? so we climb to the very top and sang down in the empty tank and our voices would be loud as it echo , back to us , we sang for hours , then at one time we both had a crush on our other cousin from Florida, we use to really get so mad and jealous of each other that the name calling began , even to the point of calling each other's dads names , silly girls , but really we loved each other so much , I'll miss her so much , she was very special to me, friends cousins forever ❤️?'??????by my friend , love you , rest in peace . And GOD BE WITH YOU ALWAYS AND FOREVER , I grew to be very proud of you and still are ,and you are my star ???and always will be, I will see and think of you every time I look up ,,?' "
"Lyle, Sharon and Family, we are So sorry for your loss. Heaven gained an Angel! Please know that you are in our Thoughts and our Prayers! "
"I remember meeting Darla when I worked with her at Iowa Homebased Services. Her wit is what made us friends. A friend like Darla was truely a gift from God. She laughed all the time and it was very contageous. Darla could tell you a story and it would surely make you smile. I was very lucky to have known this woman and am so thankful she was a part of it. Rest peaceful Darla. With love and friendship. Your friend Terri Lander."