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Darla Chavis Obituary

CHAVIS, DARLA MAY; of Winter Haven, Florida; died December 5, 2012 at the age of 41. Darla was a native of Pontiac, MI, born August 11, 1971 to Thomas and Margaret Chavis. Darla is survived by her mother and step-father, Margaret and James Ivey of KS; her sisters, Vicky Gonzales, Debra Chavis, both of FL, Wanda Lee Boos of Clarkston, and Stacy Kay Drake of Davisburg, and by her brother, Dewayne Chavis of Clarkston. Darla had worked as an associate for Wal-Mart in Auburndale, FL. She enjoyed gaming and cross-stitch. A Celebration of Darla's Life will be held December 14, 2012 at 1:30 p.m. at the Ottawa Park Cemetery Chapel, 6180 Dixie Hwy, in Clarkston. Visitation will be held from 1 p.m. until time of service. Interment will follow at Ottawa Park Cemetery. Arrangement entrusted to the HURON STREET CHAPEL of Huntoon Funeral Home in Pontiac.

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Published by The Oakland Press from Dec. 12 to Dec. 13, 2012.

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bob bond

July 18, 2013

In July, 2013, I found out about Darla on the internet, and was devastated. In 2000, darla and i became friends on aol, and i grew to love her. she drifted away from me, and i wondered where she was. i will always love her.

Phillip Boos

December 16, 2012

i sent a feather for your finale flight a flight we will never know.
Sleep well my Sister sleep well.
Phillip

Phllip Boos

December 16, 2012

a feather was placed for your final flight. sleep well my sister sleep well.
Phillip

May Jory

December 13, 2012

My dearest Aunt Margie & cousins how I wish I cloud be there to wrap my arms around you all. I send my prayers,thoughts and love to you all. My our Lord heal your hearts & allow Darla to be remembered with smiles and laughter. I love You All, God Bless,xoxo. Love May Ann

Cynthia Wheaton

December 13, 2012

So very sorry for your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Heather Wayne

December 11, 2012

I am so sorry to hear about Darla. You are all in thought and prayer. God Bless.

deloris messer

December 11, 2012

god bless and keep you and the family in his arms thru this trying time

Deloris Messer

December 11, 2012

you are in my heart i love you all Darla was a loving and caring person. Love Dee

December 11, 2012

may God be with you and comfort your hearts in your time of bereavement.

Larry & Jan Randel

December 11, 2012

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

Debra Chavis

December 11, 2012

In loving memory of a wonderful sister we will always love you and miss you

December 11, 2012

So very sorry for your loss. Ron & Tambrey Hopper

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