Darleen Ann Zerler

Darleen Ann Zerler, age 83, passed away peacefully on April 12, 2024 at Kingston Care Center. Born on August 29, 1940 in Marquette Michigan, Darleen was the beloved daughter of Ceclia Blondeau and Elmer Dorie. As a mother, Darleen was the epitome of love, selflessness, and strength. She poured her heart and soul into raising her children, Sherry (Donald) Jordan of Huntertown, Richard W. Zerler, Randy (Wendy) Zerler and Terry Zerler all of Fort Wayne, instilling in them the values of kindness, resilience, and compassion. Darleen will be fondly remembered by all who knew her for her love of crafting and playing bingo she did everything with unwavering dedication and a warm smile. Darleen was proceeded in death by her husband Ralph W. Zerler. Darleen is survived by 15 grandchildren and 25 great grandchildren, who will miss her dearly. A funeral service to honor and celebrate Darleen's life will be held at Lindenwood cemetery with a graveside service on April 17th at 11:00. We invite all who knew and loved Darleen to join us graveside in honoring her remarkable life and the indelible impact she had on all of us. Darleen will be deeply missed but forever remembered in the hearts of those she touched. A graveside service for Darleen will be held Wednesday, April 17, 2024 from 11:00 AM to 11:00 AM at Lindenwood Cemetery, 2324 West Main Street, Fort Wayne, IN 46808.