Darlene graduated from Catholic Central High School and worked as a receptionist in a dental office for many years.
She married David Wojtaszek in 1978 and they enjoyed many years together. They divorced after ten years but still remained friends.
Darlene enjoyed fishing and hunting with her boyfriend, Scott. She loved to travel and adventure with her sister and brother-in-law, Cheryl and Gary. Their adventures included rafting, scuba diving, ziplining and canyoneering.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Frank & Arlene Kline; siblings, Richard Kline, Nancy Gressler and Maria McKian.
Darlene is survived by her sister, Cheryl Czerew (Gary); seven nieces and nephews; and boyfriend, Scott Atwood.
A Celebration of Life Visitation will be held at Reyers North Valley Chapel, 2815 Fuller Ave N.E., Grand Rapids, Michigan 49505, on September 24, 2026, at 10:00 am followed by a Celebration of Life Memorial Service at 11:00 am.
In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the Alzheimer's Association in Darlene's name.
