Darlene F. Bethel, 91, of Normal passed away Monday, February 11, 2019. A graveside service will be at 12:30 p.m. on Monday, February 18, 2019 at East Lawn Memorial Gardens with Rev. Jim Warren officiating. There will be no visitation.
Darlene was born July 27, 1927, in Bloomington, a daughter to Fred M. and Bertha Roth Bragonier. She married Earl William “Bill” Bethel, October 25, 1947 in Bloomington. Bill passed away May 14, 2009. Together they farmed for many years in Downs Township.
Darlene is survived by a daughter, Dianne (Doug) DeFilippo and nieces Carol (John) Scher and Sue (Martin) Ross.
Darlene was preceded in death by her sister, Mildred Arbuckle and brother-in-law Warren “Smiley” Arbuckle.
She was a member of the First Christian Church in Bloomington where she was a Sunday School Teacher for many years. She was an avid card player and always enjoyed family get-togethers and camping trips.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to First Christian Church, 401 W. Jefferson St., Bloomington, IL 61701.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.EastLawn-Bloomington.com for the Bethel family.
