Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
FUNERAL HOME
Darlene Beatty Obituary
Darlene Marie Beatty, 82, of Monroe died at home, Sunday, April 16, 2023 after a spirited battle with Parkinson's disease. She was born August 10, 1940 in Cincinnati, Ohio. She was the daughter of Harold and Vera (née Harmon) Cheatham and was a 1958 graduate of Mt. Orab High School. She received a Bachelors degree in Elementary Education from Miami University and a Masters of Education from Xavier University. Darlene grew up a farm girl in Williamsburg, Ohio. She touched the lives of generations of children as a devoted and beloved elementary school teacher for over thirty years. Her last teaching assignment began in 1970 at Hayes Elementary School in Hamilton where she taught first and third grade until her retirement in 1997. She is survived by her loving husband of 29 years, Thomas E. Beatty of Monroe. She is further survived by daughters Jill (Bill) Boughton of Cincinnati and Kendra (Greg) Ratliff of Germantown; son Greg (Pam) Courts of South Lyon, Michigan; step daughters Missy (Cliff) Schaney of Middletown, Tanya (Keith) Snelling of Carlisle and Shelly Beatty of Middletown; eleven grandchildren, Jenny (Saptarshi) Boughton, Ben Boughton, Heath (Kelsey) Davis; Matthew (Kaylee) Davis, Samantha (Jon) Peters; Ross Berquist, Hannah (Kyle) Jordan; Charlie (Cassie) Fields; Denton Fields, Cole (Bri) Snelling, Ashton Snelling; and thirteen great grandchildren. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Larry Ellis of Monroe. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, April 19, 2023 from 6:00-8:00 pm at the Mueller Hicks Funeral Home & Crematory, 6780 Roosevelt Avenue, Middletown, Ohio 45005. Funeral service will be Thursday, April 20, 2023 at 11:00 am at the Mueller Hicks Funeral Home & Crematory. Interment will immediately follow in Mound Cemetery, Monroe, Ohio. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Ohio's Hospice of Dayton. Memories and condolences may be shared at www.muellerfunerals.com
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Darlene Beatty
Sponsored by Mueller Hicks Funeral Home & Crematory - Middletown.
Mary and Mike Reckart
April 20, 2023
So sorry to hear about Darlene, condolences to Tom and family.She was such a nice lady always had a smile on her face. So sad she will be missed deeply
Tim sebastian
April 20, 2023
Tom and family. I am so sorry to hear of Darlenes passing. You two were always a delight to be around at the bowling alley. I hope all of the good times you shared with her help comfort you thru the grieving stage. Bless you and the family at this time. She was a sweetheart.
Charles Slusher
April 19, 2023
Tom, I would like to offer my deepest sympathies to you and your family from all of mine. We greatly enjoyed the experience of many years as Timrick Place neighbors with Darlene and family and our children spent much of their "growing up" years together. I will always fondly remember her wide smile when she greeted anyone...it was a treasure. She will be greatly missed. May GOD bless you and yours and give you strength. Charles Slusher
Chastity ALLEN
April 19, 2023
What a beautiful Lady inside and out she was my 3rd grade teacher at Hayes Elementary school and one of my favorites! Prayers for all family and friends What and angel you have my deepest condolences
Amy Starnes
April 19, 2023
I taught third grade with Darlene at Hayes Elementary during the beginning of my career. Staff and students alike absolutely LOVED Mrs. Beatty! She put together, and taught a History of Hamilton unit that was extraordinary! We took a field trip at the end of the unit, and I can still see Mrs. Beatty standing at the front of the school bus, pointing out landmarks and singing with the kids, songs that she had taught them about important people and places. That was the kind of energy she brought to her students, and let me tell you, it really made the learning stick! Hayes was a special place to teach and to learn, and Mrs. Beatty was a big reason why! My deepest sympathy to her friends and family.
Patrick Canaan
April 19, 2023
One of my favorite teachers!! Really made learning fun!!
Stephanie A Thacker
April 19, 2023
You were my 3rd grade teacher at Hayes Elementary School in 85-86 when I was 9 years old. I will never forget you! You were such an amazing teacher and absolutely one of my favorites!! We were blessed to have a teacher like you, there are very few good teachers now adays. I still have my reward certificate for learning all of the States and Capitals and remember you gave us a Mars Candy Bar with our certificate and remember you teaching us cursive. You will be missed. Love Stephanie Thacker AKA One of the Twins
Charlie Fields
April 18, 2023
I’m going to miss grandmas hugs and the times we had at holiday events and family gatherings. I’m going to miss the times we had playing golf and going to the Reds games having so much fun. I’m going to miss the I love yous and the smiles she had on her face when she always saw me .
Charlie Fields
April 18, 2023
I’m going to miss grandma smile and I will miss playing golf with her. Taking me to the Reds game and I’m going to miss her hugs and the I love yous.
Don F. Dohm
April 18, 2023
Tom,
My deepest sympathies to you and your family! I´ll always remember Darlene with a smile on her lips at bowling. It didn´t matter what the ball did when she turned around it was a smile. I often thought when I saw you two "what a perfect couple!
My prayer is that God gives you strength for the days ahead! May He bless you. Don and Joyce Dohm
Rita Connell
April 18, 2023
Remembering all the wonderful fun
times at Armco Golf Course. So
admired her courage and how she
was so determined to play golf
despite the circumstances. Sending sincere sympathy to her family,
Rita Connell
Gary Barge
April 17, 2023
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Connie Proctor
April 17, 2023
Darlene Beatty was my cooperating teacher in the fall of 1976 at Hayes in first grade. Her smile, love for her students and enthusiasm for teaching made a huge impact on my 21 year old life. I credit her for a long and wonderful teaching career of 28 years. I also remember her love for her three young children. My condolences for the family’s loss!
Mike Minor
April 17, 2023
Kendra, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Hold close to your heart all the great memories your mom has left you.
Showing 1 - 15 of 15 results
Make a Donation
in Darlene Beatty's name
Please consider a donation as requested by the family.
Memorial Events
for Darlene Beatty
Apr
19
Apr
20
Funeral services provided by:
Mueller Hicks Funeral Home & Crematory - Middletown6780 Roosevelt Ave, Middletown, OH 45044
How to support Darlene's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Darlene Beatty's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
