Darlene Rae Klein

Darlene Rae Klein obituary, Enid, OK

Darlene Rae Klein

Darlene Klein Obituary

Visit the Legacy Remembers website to view the full obituary.
Darlene Rae Klein, 61, of Perry, Oklahoma, was the daughter of Edward John and Laura Pearl (Gray) Feken. She was born on July 18, 1948 in Enid, Oklahoma, and died Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2009, at Bass Specialty Hospital, Enid, Oklahoma.Darlene married William M. Klein on Oct. 3, 1980, in Tulsa, Oklahoma.She was a graduate of Northern Oklahoma College, Tonkawa, Oklahoma. Darlene had the honor of being the first policewoman in both Perry and Blackwell, Oklahoma. She worked at Oklahoma Department of Transportation for more than 25 years before retiring in June 2007.  Klein's Catering Service began in 1995 as Darlene's idea; they will celebrate 15 years in business next year.The funeral service will be 10 a.m. Friday, Oct. 2, 2009, at First Christian Church, Perry. The Rev. Martin Foster will officiate. Interment will be in St. Rose of Lima Catholic Cemetery, Perry, Oklahoma. Services are under the direction of Brown-Dugger Funeral Home.Memorials may be made to American Diabetes Association or First Christian Church in care of Brown-Dugger Funeral Home, 1010 N. 7th Street, Perry, OK 73077.Darlene is survived by her husband, William "Bill" Klein; three daughters, Gina Rae Martinez of Enid, Oklahoma, and Laura Pearl Keith and Amy Lynn Smith, both of Perry, Oklahoma; seven grandchildren, Trista Rae Ferguson, Heather Nichole Keith, Angel-Lia Marie Keith and Vanessa Lynn Criswell, all of Perry, Oklahoma, and Ryan Skye Martinez, Shalayna Briana Hope Martinez and Amelia Gabriella Martinez, all of Enid, Oklahoma; five great-grandchildren, Brylan Benjamin Rothermel, Bradyn John Rothermel and Braxtyn Ray Rothermel, all of Cheyenne, Wyoming, and Tristan Alexander Keith and Samual Dean Keith, both of Perry, Oklahoma; two brothers, Eddie Feken of Perry, Oklahoma, and Freddy Feken of Tulsa, Oklahoma; and special family friend, Lee Madden of Perry, Oklahoma.She was preceded in death by her parents, Ed and Laura Feken, and two brothers, Ben Feken and Frank Feken.Condolences may be sent to the family using our online guest book at www.brown-duggerfuneral home.com.(Paid Obit 10-1-1)

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Sign Darlene Klein's Guest Book

Not sure what to say?

October 1, 2009

RANDA GOTTFRIED posted to the memorial.

October 1, 2009

Someone posted to the memorial.

October 1, 2009

Laura Keith posted to the memorial.

3 Entries

RANDA GOTTFRIED

October 1, 2009

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

October 1, 2009

Amy and Vanessa,
So sorry to hear about your loss. We pray that the memories of her bring you comfort. Gene and Galin Edmonds

Laura Keith

October 1, 2009

Momma I will Miss you

Showing 1 - 3 of 3 results

Brown-Dugger Funeral Home - Perry

1010 N 7th St, Perry, OK 73077

Make a Donation
in Darlene Klein's name

How to support Darlene's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor Darlene Klein's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more

Sponsored

Sign Darlene Klein's Guest Book

Not sure what to say?

October 1, 2009

RANDA GOTTFRIED posted to the memorial.

October 1, 2009

Someone posted to the memorial.

October 1, 2009

Laura Keith posted to the memorial.