Darlene Harrison Qualls

She walked on the Great Wall of China, para-sailed over Acapulco, saw the tulips bloom in Denmark, sipped limoncello on the banks of Lake Como and had her portrait sketched on the steps of Montmartre, not to mention dancing the night away in her younger years in Terre Haute Indiana. Quiet and peaceful would not be used to describe her.

She was known for her quick wit, easy humor and force of will. She was always up for an adventure and for helping others whenever possible. She loved to sing, dance, sketch and laugh.

She was born April 4,1940 in Rockville Indiana. The family moved to Paris, Ill. where she graduated from Paris High School in 1958. She received a scholarship to study art at Eastern Illinois University.

In 1961 she married and later settled in Las Vegas in 1963. She enjoyed a long career as an Executive Secretary in many hotels, including The Silver Slipper, Castaways and more than 20 years with Caesar’s Palace until her retirement in 2003.

For almost 20 years she volunteered at Spring Mountain Ranch state park as a docent. She loved leading tours in the ranch house and greeting visitors at the admission booth every Thursday, rain or shine.

She is preceded in passing by her sister, Teresa Harrison Cushman. She is survived by her sister, Geraldine Harrison Haase, of North Carolina, her daughter Stacey Michaels and two grandsons, Samuel and Daniel LeFevre as well as an extensive, loving family of nieces, nephews and cousins.

Unfortunately, her memorial will be delayed due to the pandemic restrictions. When it is safe to travel, her life will be celebrated by family and friends in Las Vegas.

Until then, donations can be made in her name to the “Spring Mountain Ranch Docents” program. If you are interested in donating, please send a check care of Joshua Yelle at Spring Man. Ranch State Park PO box 124, Blue Diamond NV. 89004

We will miss her terribly and her absence will be keenly felt.