Darlene Sandra Houston passed away at her home on June 7, 2020, following a courageous battle with an extended illness, with her sister, Joyce Houston, and special niece, Debbie Ottinger, by her side. She was 67 years old.
She was a wonderful sister and giving aunt to all who knew her.
Darlene was of the Baptist faith and loved her Lord with all her heart. She loved to read her Bible and listen to God’s word.
Survivors include her sister, Joyce Houston; her furry friend, Delilah; several special nieces and nephews, whom she loved dearly; very special cousins; and two neighbors and friends: Jana Teague and Kim Tate.
She is preceded in death by her mother and father: Evaline and Douglas Houston; sisters: Charlotte Taylor and Wanda Peterson; brothers: Wayne Houston, Doyle Houston, Ronnie Houston and Don Johnson; her special little furry friend, Scruffy, who lived for 17 years; and others too numerous to mention.
The family will receive friends on Wednesday from 2-4 and 5-7 pm at Kiser-Rose Hill Funeral Home.
The funeral service will be held in the chapel of the funeral home Wednesday at 7 pm with Rev. Lynn Mercer and Rev. Ray Shelton officiating. Soloist and family friend, Curtis Anderson, will provide music.
In her honor, family and friends will meet at River Hill Cemetery for a committal service at 3 pm Thursday.
The family wishes to extend a special thanks to U.T. Hospice staff; her friend and nurse, Jill Renner; and Smokey Mountain Medical Equipment.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Greeneville-Greene County Humane Society, 950 Hal Henard Road, Greeneville, Tennessee 37743.
