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Frederick Darnley Jr.
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Frederick Darnley Obituary
February 12, 1949 - September 25, 2025
Dr. Frederick Darnley, Jr., age 76, passed away Thursday, September 25, 2025. His journey began in Bristol, Va., on February 12, 1949, born to Dora Mae Darnley and Frederick Darnley, Sr. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his son, Ian Darnley (2012).
The life-preserving cobalt radiation treatment he received post-surgical removal of spinal ependymoma in 1970 led to his myelodysplastic syndrome, and later his acute leukemic illness and death at 76.
He is survived by his daughters, Gretchen Darnley (Scott Ryan), of Tarboro, and Kirsten Darnley (Tim Riley), of Wilmington; siblings, Michelle Darnley, of Cornelius and Greg Darnley (Dianna) of Pennsylvania; grandchildren, Bowie Hillebrand, Ian Riley, Ozella Ryan, Quinn Riley, and Ralph Ryan; niece, Erin Darnley (Devon); nephew, Casey Darnley (Amanda); and the mother of his children, Katie Abram, of Wilmington.
A service will be held at 2 p.m. on Friday, October 3, 2025 at Christ Lutheran Church, 3600 Lawndale Drive, Greensboro. The family will receive friends prior to the service beginning at 1:30 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you make donations to either: The Child Care Education Program Endowment Fund at UNCG, ccep.uncg.edu. Send donations to: Child Care Education Program, P.O. Box 26170, 310 McIver Street,
Greensboro, N.C. 27402.
Planned Parenthood. Go to www.plannedparenthood.org and click the "donate" link.
Services by Davis-Little Funerals, Rocky Mount. Online condolences may be made by visiting www.davislittlefunerals.com.
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Jo Mullis
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What a loss. Fred was a gift to many especially children. My daughter was super clingy at 3 years old (40 years ago) and I went to Fred for help. He advised me and helped me understand. I will miss our Messenger conversations. Prayers for all who love him.
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