Darlene DeEtte Vroman
February 19, 1924 - December 20, 2015
Obituary
MADISON- Darlene D. Vroman (Schill), age 91, of Madison, passed away at home on Sunday, Dec. 20, 2015, surrounded by family. She was born on Feb. 19, 1924, in Platteville, the daughter of Arthur and Ruth (Phillips) Schill. Darlene loved to cook and bake for her family and friends, and no one went home hungry in body or spirit after spending time with her. She cherished the time she spent with her grandchildren, and was fondly known as "Mom," "Ma," or "Grandma" to many who crossed her path in life. Darlene played a pivotal role in the lives of her children and grandchildren, touched the hearts of everyone she met, and left a legacy of love. Darlene is survived by her daughters, DeEtte (Dave) Shanklin; Laura (Russ) Peacock; step-son Bob (Alice) Vroman and family; grandchildren, Livvia (Todd Regan) Shanklin, Mitchell Shanklin, Anna Peacock and Zachariah (Liz Rusch) Peacock; and great-granddaughter, Lily Peacock; along with many treasured nieces, nephews, and cousins. She was preceded in death by her parents; and husband, Bert. A celebration of life gathering will be held at GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL HOME, 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 6, 2016. A private burial will be held at Sunset Memory Gardens at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Agrace HospiceCare, Inc. Darlene's family wishes to thank Angie and the Agrace HospiceCare team for their loving support. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.
Gunderson East
Funeral & Cremation Care
5203 Monona Drive
(608)221-5420
Events
Celebration of Life
Wed Jan 6, 2016 @ 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM CDT
Gunderson Funeral and Cremation Care - Madison • 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, WI 53716
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Brian Goff
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Darlene was like a second mom to me, a second grandmother to our boys and a dear sweet soul. I will her...I will miss her smile that can take away the worries of the day. Hugs all around to the families.
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Jim Ryan
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DeEtte and Laura, it's hard to believe it has been over 40 years ago since Mom first walked into our Salon, yet it only seems like yesterday. As you well know, Mom was more than a Client to me, she was my friend. She gave me her recipe "Goal Post Crunch", it is so Ironic that I was making it last Sunday, and I was going to call her and let her know but I didn't. When I finished cleaning up, I received the email from Laura telling me that Mom just passed away. I was sad, yet happy at the same time knowing Darlene will suffer no more. I will miss her a lot, as well as everyone who knew her will also. Until we meet again my friend, may God grant you eternal peace. Jim
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Dolores Zeeh
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So sorry for your loss. The Red Velvet Cake Queen shall be sorely by all of you! We all know how Darlene's family was her #1 priority above all!
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Barbie Stevens
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Laura and DeEtte, I have such fond memories of your parents as our neighbors in the pink house!! Loved coming over to your mom's kitchen sitting on the bar stool,. I am often pleasantly reminded of her house when I wash my hands at. JC Penny's rest room. The yummy soap always makes me think of your mom. :-). I think of she and your dad often!
Barbie Stevens