Muskegon, Michigan
Feb 11, 1944 – Sep 20, 2016
Jarvi, Mrs. Darlene Jay Muskegon, MI Darlene Jay Jarvi, 72 Darlene passed away at her home in Twin Lake surrounded by family on Sept 20th 2016. She was born February 11th 1944 to Edward and Beatrice Munson. She was the beloved wife of Gerald (Jerry) Don Jarvi. They were married after being high school sweethearts on October 26th 1963 at St. Jeans of Muskegon. Darlene graduated from Muskegon Catholic Central in 1962. She worked alongside her mother, Bea, as a bookkeeper/secretary at Knollview Manor nursing home, then with their own electrical contracting companies Harbor Electric and C&I. She then retired from Hasper Cloverdale equipment in 2010. She very much enjoyed family time, knitting, gardening and following the school related and sporting activities of her six grandchildren. Darlene is survived by her husband Jerry of 52 years, two children: Timothy Jarvi MD(Carol) of Petoskey, and Kristine Tyler(Jim) of Muskegon and her six grandchildren: Halle Rose Jarvi, Ian Jarvi Tyler, Annika Jarvi Tyler, Kira Laina Jarvi, Talia Jarvi Tyler, and Kyra Jarvi Tyler. A short visitation will be held on September 30th at St. Mary's of the Woods in Twin Lake at 1:00p followed by a Rosary at 1:30p and Mass at 2:00p. No reception to follow at Darlene's request. Darlene has generously bequeathed her body to the University of Michigan Medical School.
Kris, just seeing this now. So, so sorry. I have really fond memories of your mom and that picture brings them all back. I hope you're doing well. Mike L
Mike L
February 27, 2023 | Friend
Hi uncle jerry just heard about aunt dar, so sorry to hear she passed. All my love to you,Tim and chris
Diana Theriot
December 22, 2016 | North Fort Myers, FL
condolences to you and your family, Jerry
edward zukiewicz
September 27, 2016 | Coopersville, MI
Jerry & family,
So sorry to hear about Darlene, She may be out of your sight, but forever in your heart. All the wonderful memories you had together will always be with you.
Love,
Shirley Green
September 26, 2016
Darlene met with the Muskegon Catholic Central Class of '62 Ladies Lunch Bunch whenever she could..She also came to Ludington to get together at our yearly "sleepover". She was always upbeat, even while going through some mighty difficult times. She was quite a lady and we will all miss her.
Elouise May Kuncaitis
September 26, 2016 | Hudsonville,, MI
I had the pleasure of knowing Mrs. Jarvi growing up with Kristine as my friend. I couldn't swim and she always watched out for me <3 My heart aches for Kris and all of the family :( My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time of grief.
Tammy Swisher
September 26, 2016 | Frankfort, MI
Jerry, so sorry to hear of Darlenes passing. You are in my prayers and thought during this time
Sandy (Kroll) Follett
September 26, 2016 | Montague,, MI
To Jerry and Family So sorry to hear of Darlene passing. My thoughts and prayer goes out to you. I will miss her alot
Shirley Robart
Shirley Robart
September 25, 2016 | Muskegon, MI
Mr. Jarvi, Kris & Jim and extended family members: I am so sorry to hear of your loss. May the support of family and friends get you through this loss and embrace all the wonderful memories you have. She is an angel watching from above and will always be in your hearts.
Miya Rollenhagen & Cassell Gymnastics & Dance friends
September 25, 2016
