Willard (Will) Darnell

WILLARD (WILL) DARNELL

Willard (Will) E. Darnell, 88, of Pearland, TX and previously of Columbus and Wellston, OH passed away peacefully in his sleep on March 6, 2025. He was born on Sept. 18, 1936, to Ezra and Julia Darnell in Sciotoville, OH.

Will proudly served his country in the U.S. Army, stationed in Germany during his enlistment. Will worked with the railroad as a brakeman for 30 years. He attended church at the First Presbyterian Church in Pearland, TX. Will battled many health issues but always kept a sense of humor and a positive attitude.

Will is preceded in death by parents: Ezra and Julia Darnell; sisters: Carrie Gettles and Jean Matteson; and brother, James Darnell. He is survived by his wife of 37 years, Alma (Flo) Darnell; daughters: Tami Mercier and Bill, Terri Hill and David; son, Bill Reeves and Lindsey; sisters: Geneiva (Denny) Sorrell and Barbara (Yonk) Cantrell; grandchildren: Eric Saldana and Ricky, Tony (Jenna) Reeves, Kristina Fendt, Chelsea Reeves, Amanda (Matt) Clingman and Jason Hill; great-grandchildren: Taylor, Elias, Connor, Cameron and Samuel; numerous nieces, nephews, church family and friends; and beloved pets: Rustie, Ginger and Yoshi.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, May 24 at 1 p.m. at the Wellston Church of the Nazarene, located at 39834 St. Rt. 93, Wellston, OH 45692.