Darlene DeRoberts

Darlene DeRoberts, age 82, entered eternal life on September 15, 2016 with her family by her side. She is survived by her husband, Dick, sons Jim (Shelly) and Jeff, daughters Nancy (Robert) and Amy (Dave), daughter-in-law Janet, grandchildren Andrew (Claire), Abigail, Allison, Haden, Jack, Nathan, Luke, Joshua and Jake, great grandson John and sisters Rosemary Capretta and Carol Deal. Darlene was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend. Darlene and Dick were married for 61 years during which Darlene faithfully cared for her family and friends. Throughout her life, including during her battle with Alzheimer's, Darlene lived her life with grace, dignity and faith. She had a true servant's heart and worked on behalf of children in many capacities including as president of the Children's Hospital Women's Board and Festival of Trees. Her spirit will be carried on through all of us and she will be cherished and missed by all who knew her. The family will receive visitors on Sunday, September 18th from 5:30-8:30 at SCHOEDINGER NORTHWEST CHAPEL, 1740 Zollinger Rd, Columbus. Mass of Christian Burial will be held Monday, September 19th at 10:30 at St. Timothy's Catholic Church, 1088 Thomas Lane, Columbus. The Mass will be followed by Entombment at St. Joseph's Cemetery, 6440 South High Street, Lockbourne, Ohio. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages that donations be made in Darlene's honor to any of the following organizations that are meaningful to the family: Nationwide Children's Hospital Foundation, P.O. Box 16810, Columbus, Ohio 43216-6810, Alzheimer's Association, Central Ohio Chapter, 1379 Dublin Rd., Columbus, Ohio 43215, The James Cancer Hospital Strategic Cancer Support Fund, P.O. Box 183112, Columbus, Ohio 43218 and Hospice Services at Methodist Eldercare, Attn: Development Office, 5155 N. High Street, Columbus, OH 43214. The family is deeply grateful for the love, prayers and support provided during Darlene's illness. We are especially grateful to the staff at the Forum at Knightsbridge Memory Care and Hospice Services at Methodist Eldercare. To share memories or condolences, please visit www.schoedinger.com.