Darryle was a former Marine who fought for his country in Vietnam. He considered it an honor and privilege to be able to defend the United States of America, which he loved and cherished. While serving in the Marines, Darryle was awarded the Purple Heart. After his time in the military, Darryle made a civil career in the field of Navy Security for the Government. He was presented many medals and awards for his lifetime of active and civil service to his country. One extracurricular activity Darryle loved was working as an umpire for many years for both the Jacksonville baseball and softball leagues. He also loved going to Church and worshipping the Lord for as long as he was able to attend.
After his retirement from Navy Security, Darryle pursued many hobbies and activities. He was a gun, coin, and baseball card enthusiast. He also collected many types of memorabilia. He liked to stay occupied by working on old cars and trucks, working on his home, or working on any other trinket he could find a way to take apart and fix. Darryle was one who liked to stay busy. He loved working hard. But he also knew how to have fun. He loved to travel around the US and loved riding his Can Am while traveling. Darryle was not one to sit still. He enjoyed doing things for others. He had a heart of gold and would do anything for anybody that would ask of him, or that he thought was in need. Darryle always believed his greatest accomplishment was his family. He loved his wife, Cindy, his children, and his grandchildren. He especially loved his time with all of them. Darryle also enjoyed spending time with his many friends and neighbors. He was loved by many and loved them in return. He will be greatly missed. Semper Fi, Darryle.
Darryle was born on August 4, 1949 in Jacksonville, FL to the late Myrtle E. Hutchens and Judge Thomas Hutchens. He is preceded in death by his parents; his sister, Barbara Lynn Hall, and his brother, Thomas Dean Hutchens. Darryle is survived by his loving wife Cindy Hutchens; his daughter Bettina Littler (Scott); his son Darryle Joseph "DJ" Thomas Hutchens (Ana); his daughter Christina Gail Rapadas; his daughter Elizabeth Ann Perez (Gerry Rodriguez); his daughter Gina Marie Perez; his grandchildren: Ariana, Lyzette, Damien, Roman, Angelyna, And Joziah; his sister Jannet Hutchens and many nieces and nephews.
The family will receive friends at Hardage-Giddens Greenlawn Funeral Home, 4300 Beach Blvd Jacksonville, FL 32207 on Monday January 28, 2019 from 6pm to 8pm. His funeral service will be held Tuesday, January 29, 2019 at 11:30am, at Hardage-Giddens Greenlawn Funeral Home. Interment will follow at Jacksonville National Cemetery 4083 Lannie Rd Jacksonville, FL 32218. His family and friends will be leaving the funeral home in procession with motor cycle escorts around 1:00 pm for the Committal service at 2:30 pm. Rev. Tim Hudnall will be officiating.
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