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Darrell ROSTON Obituary
Born Oct. 22, 1959, and raised in McGehee, Ark., Darrell was the eighth in a family of 13 children. He entered the Army through the U.S. Army Reserve in 1978 and retired in 2008 at Fort Eustis, Va. A beloved son, father, brother, and trusted friend, Darrell was laid to rest at the Arkansas State Veterans Cemetery in North Little Rock.
He is survived by his mother, Irma Roston; four children, Jeremy (Noelia), Nicholas, Kaela, and Chelsea; 12 brothers and sisters and three grandchildren. He lived a life of service to his family, to his friends, to his community, and to his country.
Contributions can be made in his memory to: Fisher House Mgr., WRAMC Fisher House #56, 6900 Georgia Ave. NW, Washington, D.C. 20307, or to the United Service Organization (USO) at: https://www.uso.org/donate/.
"Grieve a while if grieve you must – then, let your grief be confronted by trust. It is only a while that we must part – so, bless the memories in your heart." View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Memories and Condolences
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William Baker
October 29, 2022
I am very heartbroken to learn that such an amazing human being which it was my great fortune and privilege to know in the United States Army Europe, it saddens me immensely to Google him after so many years, hoping to catch up with him, only to see this. I am so so sorry to his loved ones for your loss. Darrell was absolutely one of the most Outstanding Soldiers that it was ever my honor to serve with. He also possessed morals and values that could only have been God Based, he made that clear to me and everyone else. I respected him very much. He also had a delightful sense of humor, always tasteful. He knew his job in Rotterdam better than anyone. I thought "If we get deployed, I wanna be next to Sergeant Roston in the battle". He always treated myself and everybody with the compassion of Jesus. I truly am devestated that I will have to wait till I'm in Heaven to catch up with The Very Honorable Mr. Roston. Gob bless you all. Sincerely William T Baker, United States Army
Michele
October 29, 2021
I was talking to old friends from MOTBY. And Darrell´s name was mentioned that´s when I found out he passed away. Condolences to his family. May he Rest In Peace.
Mario smits
April 20, 2021
Darrell was een z0eer gewaardeerde collega ik heb fijn met hem samengewerkt . Hij heeft zijn land zeer goed vertegenwoordigd ,, sterkte aan cheryl en zijn Kids.
Darrell was a very respectered college i worked very professional with him he served his country with respect and pride . Strenght to Cheryl and their Kids.
Jeremy Roston
June 20, 2010
His smile and laughter will always be in our hearts. Thank you Kate!
Mary Hyland
June 3, 2010
I had the pleasure of working with SGM Roston in the 8th Brigade. He really took care of his troops. We used to share "war stories" about our teenage children. I will surely miss him.
Joanne L. Bluhm MAJ, USAR RET-RES
June 2, 2010
I'm saddened to learn of the death of my comrade, SGM Darrell Roston. In 1983-1984 then SGT Roston and I worked at FT Lewis and for several months in Honduras. He was just starting his military and I shared my experience being a "Military Brat" because family was very important to SGT Roston; he wanted to make sure his children would be happy if he chose a military career. It's rewarding to know that young E-5 rose to the very top NCO rank. My deepest condolences to SGM Roston's family and friends. I'm glad to have served with such an outstanding soldier.
Rosalyn Washington
June 1, 2010
RIP Darrell A. Roston. I never met you but I want to thank you for your service and dedication to our country.
John Medeiros
June 1, 2010
I knew SGM Roston as a decent human being and a great Soldier. I worked in SDDC as the mail clerk, and whatever we talked about, stopped at his desk. He will be surely missed by this former soldier. Bless & Comfort to his family for their loss.
David Diaz
May 31, 2010
Never Forget! in our memories forever- DDiaz & Family
Ella Diaz
May 31, 2010
Rest in peace Darrell and thank you for your service and friendship--Jersey.
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