"I did not know of Darrell's passing until today. My sincere sympathies to the family....especially to Al, Linda and Allie. May God's love and peace surround you."
In loving memory of
Darrell L. Whitehill
February 1, 2012
Darrell Lee Whitehill was born on March 3, 1923, the son of Lee and Annie (Tyner) Whitehill in Northboro, Iowa. Darrell entered into eternal rest on February 1, 2012 at the Hospice House in Omaha, Nebraska at the blessed age of 88 years.
Darrell's early years were spent in the Northboro community. He attended Northboro School where he played basketball and graduated high school. On January 19, 1943 Darrell enlisted in the Army Air Force. He served overseas during WWII, where he met and married his beloved wife, Dorothy Barlow on September 1, 1945 in Warrington, England. Darrell later received an honorable discharge on April 25, 1946.
Darrell owned and operated Whitehill Feed and Milling from 1946 until 1971. He then went to work at Eaton's where he served as a foreman from 1971 until he retired in 1988, to care for his wife Dorothy who had fallen ill. He was a dedicated member of the Northboro United Methodist Church. Darrell was a devoted father who worked hard to provide for his family. He enjoyed watching John Wayne movies and spending time with family and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Lee and Annie; step-mother Opal; his loving wife, Dorothy; brothers, Kenneth and Boyd; son-in-law, James Kay; and sister-in-law, Nancy Whitehill.
Those left to honor his memory include his two children, Darice Kay and Al Whitehill and wife Linda; three grandchildren, Michelle Schmoelzer and husband Reinhard, Michael Kay and Allie Wertz and husband Adam; three great-grandchildren, Alexander Kay and Ian and Evan Schmoelzer; six brothers, Donald Whitehill and wife Elaine, Duane Whitehill and wife Gwyneth, Harold Dinsmore and wife Eloise, Jim Whitehill, Leroy Whitehill and wife Lorene and Bob Whitehill and wife Ina Rhea; two sisters, Barbara Taylor and husband Junior and Darlene Harbin; many nieces, nephews other relatives and friends.
Memorials are being directed to the Northboro United Methodist Church.
Tributes
"I am remebering the days that Darrell sat in my gradfathers shop. I was a young man and he always had somthing to share with us in stories or conversation. What a man this world will miss. What a man our town has lost."
"I was so sad to hear of the death of your father and grandfather. He was a kind and generous man who was not afraid to help others. He was so kind to our family when we moved to Northboro, and made us feel so welcome. He will be missed by both his family and the Northboro community. May He watch over you and give you comfort during this difficult time."
"I worked with Darrell at Eaton. He was a very kind and honorable man. It was a privilege to have known him. "
"Hello, I worked with Darryl at Eatons many years ago. I was the daughter of another Eatonite, Judy Magaw. I so loved working with Darryl and thought alot of him. I didn't know of his illness of recent until talking with Kay Woods and was shocked to hear the news. I am so sorry for your loss and my prayers are with you and yours. "
"Rest in peace my dear Daddy"
"Dear Darice and family, I was so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. I know how hard this is. Darice, I hope that you can all find some comfort in knowing that he is with your Mom now, the love of his life. Please know that I hold you close to my heart during these next few days, my friend. I hope that you find some peace in the wonderful memories that you shared with your Dad. All my love, Kristy"
" You have my deepest sympathy. I work at Eatons and Darrell was my supervisor. He was a pleasure to work for and a good friend. Sorry for your loss Joey Samuelson"
" We are so sorry to hear of Darrell's passing. We had many wonderful times with Darrell and Dorothy. They were great friends."
" We are so sorry to hear of Darrell's passing. We had many wonderful times with Darrell and Dorothy. They were great friends."
"Darice and Family, I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of your father. My prayers are with you."
"Hey Darice and Al, I'm thinking of you both right now. I loved grinding feed with Uncle Darrell and watching for him traveling past our house on the golden rod rushing to grind more feed for the neighbors. Seems like just a few days ago he was driving down the big hill headed west. Love u both, Scott ps. I live in Roanoke,Va. doing well. Tell the other family hi for me."
"Darice, I am so sorry to hear of your father's passing. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. Colleen Cipolla"
"Darice and family: Along with our sincere sympathy we send you our love. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers. I know the wonderful memories you have of your dad will be of comfort to you in the days and weeks ahead. Your friends, Ron and Cheryl"
"Al and Darice, . We were very sorry to hear about the passing of your dad. Darrell was such a great guy to know and I was fortunate enough to work with him at Eaton Corp. I am very glad I was able to see you and your dad during one of my visits to Iowa. "
"So sorry for your lost , Darrel was a great member of our little church in Northboro , I would love to visit with him and he always kidded me when I was late or missed a sunday , I always looked forward to him on sundays and he when he was gone he was missed ,there was a empty place in the back where he always set . My prayers go with his family , thank you "
"God Bless Darrel Whitehill, Hero of WWII and Hero to His Family! Our Heartfelt condolences to Darice and Albert and Family. Tiffany and Dave Bayless"
"In these years that I have known Darrell we did not talk very often although I saw him daily. Whether at the station talking with the guys or driving through town past the shop. Even though the conversation was minimal I knew what a caring person he was. In a time I needed he knew just what to say in a letter - a letter I still have and cherish. He quietly watched out for me and I appreciated it. He will be missed here in Northboro. "
"When ever I got back to Northboro, I made it a point to visit the "guys" at their "coffee" gathering. Darrell was always there with some words of wisdom. He was a large part of Northboro these years. He will be missed. My parents were Gerald and Jean. "