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Fred A. Darnell

1955 - 2020

Fred A. Darnell obituary, 1955-2020, Plainfield, IL

BORN

1955

DIED

2020

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Overman-Jones Funeral Home

15219 South Joliet Road

Plainfield, Illinois

Fred Darnell Obituary

Fred A. Darnell

Born: April 18, 1955; in Maryville, TN

Died: August 5, 2020; in Plainfield, IL

Fred A. Darnell, age 65, a longtime resident of Plainfield, IL, passed away peacefully on August 5, 2020 at his home, surrounded by the love of his family.

He was born on April 18, 1955 in Maryville, TN.

Fred is survived by his loving wife of 38 years, Debbie (nee Scent); his son, Lieutenant Commander Ryan (Nam Phuong) Pommier, USCG; his mother, Martha Darnell; his brothers, Jeff (Teresa) and Larry (Jennifer) Darnell; his nieces, Jill, Jennifer, Tiffany, Amanda, and Eleanor; as well as the entire Scent family, many aunts, uncles, cousins, and great friends.

He was preceded in death by his father, Fred Darnell and his parents-in-law, Russell and Violet Scent.

Throughout his life Fred loved to play sports. He enjoyed playing tennis and golf. For many years he also played and coached football and softball with The Boyz. Fred was a die-hard Chicago White Sox fan and always cheered on the Bears, Bulls and Blackhawks. He retired from Caterpillar after more than 30 years of service and worked an additional 6 years at Walgreens.

Fred was a longtime member of the Plainfield Moose Lodge #2491. He dedicated countless hours of service to the Moose and was proud to serve on the Board and as the Governor of the Lodge.

Anyone he met, Fred counted as his friend. His smile and laugh will be forever remembered by all, and his memory will live on in the hearts of all who loved him.

The family would like to extend their deepest appreciation to everyone at Angels Grace Hospice who so tenderly cared for Fred in his last days.

For those who would like to leave a lasting tribute to Fred's life, memorials may be directed to the Plainfield Moose Lodge, 16310 S. Lincoln Highway, Suite 100, Plainfield, IL 60586.

Visitation will be Sunday, August 9, 2:00 until 6:00 PM at the Overman-Jones Funeral Home& Cremation Services, corner of Routes 30 & 59, Plainfield.

Private family funeral services will be held and interment will be at the Plainfield Township Cemetery.

For information please call 815/436-9221 or visit www.overman-jones.com

Published by Herald-News from Aug. 7 to Aug. 8, 2020.
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Rest In Peace, Fred. It was always a great time whenever I saw you! It always seemed that I would see you and Debbie when something great was being celebrated! I'm blessed to have met you, Debbie, and your family. Your son will be a brother to me forever. God bless you and yours.

David McConoughey

October 21, 2020

It was my pleasure to know Fred Darnell. I work at a golf course where Fred enjoyed playing his golf. I would always tease him with “did he own Darnell Jewelers” and he would play along, as if he did. I was very saddened to hear that Fred has passed and I extend my condolences to his family. I believe I only saw him once this season. He came in wearing a mask like everyone else and I didn’t recognize him. He pulled his mask down and said, “it’s me”. Fred will be missed.

Diane Dusza

Friend

August 29, 2020

Great cousin great family Love y'all

Gary Simerly

August 13, 2020

Great cousin great family Love y'all

Gary Simerly

August 13, 2020

Dear Debbie, Ryan and family of Fred Darnell. I'm so sorry for your loss. I knew Fred in High School (Lockport West/Romeoville) and later as we ran road races together. Fred always carried a welcoming heart and kind smile. I will remember you in prayer and preserve fond memories of Fred's friendship.

Tom Lambert

Friend

August 8, 2020

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Glenn Clausel

Friend

August 8, 2020

I worked with Fred at Caterpillar for 30 years. He was a pleasant hard worker who was respected by everyone. He did his job, displayed a real sense of pride and we knew he cherished his family and his life. Rest in Heaven Fred. Blessing be upon your family.

Pastor Warren C Dorris

August 8, 2020

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. My prayers go out to you Debbie and family. He was a great guy!

Susan Mance Mackert

Friend

August 7, 2020

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