Darlene Wetherington Hyler

Sad to hear of Darlene's passing, we were friends during our time at unca, had quite a few lunches and an occasional breakfast together, she was always fun to be around. Unfortunately we lost contact with each other as the years went by, but as I was dropping my son off at unca this morning something made me think of her and I decided to Google her name, really wish we could have had one more chance to catch up

"Funny", I was just thinking of Darlene the other day. I just lost my husband of 38 years and was morbidly taking stock of all the really great people who are gone from my life. It just goes to show that what the saying is about the "good die young" really is true.
Darlene was such a light! She had such a wonderful smile - a little mischeivious, but in a harmless way. I don't think she had an unkind or mean bone in her body. Honestly wish I had been as good a friend to her as she was to me. Miss sharing confindences, just bs'ing. Miss her.
Elinore/Almie Harris-Vogel

Tomorrow will mark four years since Darlene´s passing. When we heard the "news" the night after her celebration of life, it was so unreal - it still is. She was so full of life and vitality. I think of her often. Recently I recalled the memory of when in 1999 I was just hired as the receptionist in the AHS counseling office, which was a twelve month position. Me and my daughter Elizabeth had reservations made for many months for a week and a half vacation to PEI Canada in June. I was not going to be able to go due to conflicting vacations. Darlene went to the principal and VOLUNTEERED to work in my place. It ended up that she didn´t need to do it, but because she sincerely wanted to help, I was able to go. That´s just the kind of woman she was!!! So loving and caring! She was like a second mom to Elizabeth during those high school years. I love her for that alone, but because she was a friend to me and miss her still. Bless you all - Katy, Jeff and Bella, Buzz, all family and friends.

Three years ago you left us. We feel you every day and miss you every minute. Today we will make you a cake (as always)and sit in the room we made for you and laugh about all of the good times. The letters you left us have been a wonderful reminder of the love you had for each of us. Thank you for being you. I see so much of you in Belle and it makes me smile. She loves the zebra print and crazy stuff I always teased you for wearing! We will love and adore you always.

I miss my sister. As I write this I still can't believe it's been 2 years without you. I have no doubt that you are forever smiling in heaven and pain-free. I think of you every day. You were the most loving sister to me and I will forever love and remember you. Di.

Missing my Friend.
Love & Condolences to The Family❤

Elinore A. Harris-Vogel-
My mom spoke of you several times! Thank you for the lovely message. She also thought of those times as really fun times. Thank you for being a friend to her. If you have any questions or would like any info or pics please email me at [email protected].
Sincere thanks

Katy,
On a chance I just googled your mom and am still in shock about her death! She always was so full of life and laughter and brought so much happiness to others.
You will not remember me, but I was a friend of your mom's when she and I worked at John Carroll's in downtown Asheville. When you were born, it was the highlight of her life and we often went out with you in the car seat (before babies had to be in the backseat). When you were old enough, you used to sit with us in the car and "dance" to the radio music and say "boogie down".
I don't know what to say to you other than you had a terrific mom and a great person to guide you into adulthood.
Be happy with your memories.
Elinore A. Harris-Vogel

I just learned this week-end (Nov. 25, 2017) that Darlene had passed away. I cannot tell you how stunned I am as I knew her for years, from junior high school days through our time shared together in the UNCA German program. I have always believed that Darlene would outlive me and still look 25 years old while doing it. It is a sobering loss for me and I wish I had the chance to tell her how much I admired her for all those years. She was a genuine "winner" and seemed to never be down, defeated, or at a loss for anything. Dianne Crawford and family, you have my deepest condolences on this loss. She left this world far too soon.

Elisabeth and Pat, thank you for your kind words. If you get a chance please email me at [email protected]. I have a couple of pics you guys might want. Katy

Truly a gift to each of us who knew her. We share in your loss, yet know that our lives and who we touch are so much better to share that love. Ours prayers to your family and Steve particularly. We will hug our own that much tighter today.

Steve, Katy, Buzz, Jeff, and Bella; I was saddened to hear the news tonight (9/30) of Darlene's passing. I have many wonderful memories of her through the years at AHS. She was very special to me and my daughter Elizabeth, who was in her German classes, and also went with her on a German trip with other students including Buzz. Fun memories after she left the high school and we kept in touch. It was an honor to have known her and be a substitute for her classes. She was a dear, special lady who I will always remember with much love!

I love Darlene Hyler I knew her as Frau during my years in German class at Asheville High School. She never hid her true feelings about Julie Andrews. : )
She was the kind of teacher who becomes a close friend and mentor and who you never forget, no matter how many years pass. She looked out for me, made me laugh, and her smile made me smile. SO MANY wonderful, treasured memories. I traveled with her to Western Carolina for many German club competitions, to Helen Georgia for Oktoberfest, and after graduation our trip to Germany. I had the opportunity to go to her wedding when she married Steve and attend her birthday celebration in downtown Asheville A little wild and crazy and so much fun, just like Darlene! She had beauty inside and out and so much energy and excitement for life. I so miss her and feel truly blessed to have had her as such an important part of my life. Ich liebe dich. Buzz and Katy, I love you both and will pray for you.

Ii knew Darlene years ago when she lived in Asheville, she was a good friend of my son Doug Colagerakis who passed away in l993 living in New Mexico, as I remember, she always had a smile on her face and was very pleasant to be around, my condolences to her family , my husband and I recently moved to Franklin, NC to be close to our other children,. I share in your sorrow, with regards, Shirley Colagerakis

My e=mail is: [email protected] by Shirley Colagerakis

Her family will probably not remember me but Darlene and my oldest son Doug Colagerakis were friends back years ago, our son passed away in l993 so I share in your sorrow in your loss, as I remember her she was a very happy, loving young lady who always had a smile on her face, My husband and I now live in Franklin, NC having recently moved here from Asheville. Sincere condolences to her family, with regards, Shirley Colagerakis, 29 Allie Way, Franklin, NC 28734

We loved seeing Darlene and Lambchop walking around the neighborhood. She always had a smile on her face. We will miss her.

Darlene exemplified a life well lived and was a blessing to all who knew her. May God grant you wonderful memories and his comforting peace as you work through your grief.

I have many fond and laughter-filled memories of Darlene. So sorry for your loss.

Darlene and I shared 'good" memories -- my prayers are with the family.

Truly blessed to have know Darlene as a teacher, a mentor, and a friend. Beautiful soul. You will be sorely missed.

You will always be a special person in my life. You made me into the woman I am today. Thank you so very much. My heart goes out to Katy and Buzz.

I am so very sorry for your loss and my heart goes out to you all. I pray God will bring each of you comfort and peace during this difficult time.

Stacey Ferrell

Katy and Buzz, our thoughts and prayers are with you during this very sad time. Your Mother was a very sweet and loving person and we will miss her so much. We love you both!

My Darling, I will miss you, the rest of my life. Not only my best friend, I felt like you where my daughter.
I love you with all my heart . I'll never forget the laugher we have had for 47 years. I know that God has a sweet little angle up in heaven making someone laugh. I' see you soon!

We will miss Darlene so much. We were so lucky to have known her and we will treasure our memories of this wonderful woman. Rest in Peace, our dear friend. Our thought and prayers are with you Steve and Darlene's family.

We miss you Cita.