Darin Lee Tansey

Darin Lee Tansey obituary, Burlington, IA

Darin Lee Tansey

Darin Tansey Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Lunning Funeral Chapel on Oct. 1, 2025.

Publish in a newspaper

Darin Lee Tansey, 50, of Miami Beach, Florida, formerly of Burlington, Iowa, died Tuesday, September 9, 2025, at his home.
Born February 16, 1975, in Burlington, Iowa, he was the son of Gary and Patricia Tansey.
He was a 1993 graduate of Burlington High School and earned his bachelor's degree in Public Communications, in addition to two minors in Business Management and Psychology.
Darin was a distinguished real estate professional and was one of the nation's top-performing agents. He owned and operated The Darin Tansey Group, affiliated with Douglas Elliman Real Estate in Miami Beach, Florida. He was known for his tireless energy and gift for building lasting relationships.
Darin enjoyed traveling, golfing, boating, and drinking fine red wine. He was admired for his integrity, generosity, tenacity and ability to make everyone feel seen and valued, whether mentoring his team, or sharing unforgettable moments with family and friends. Darin had a reputation as a trusted advisor and friend to many. Excellence was the standard Darin brought to every endeavor, no matter how great or small. His natural warmth, beaming smile, and genuine care for others left a lasting impression on everyone he met.
He is survived by one brother Jerry (Sammie) Tansey of Des Moines, Iowa; niece Aubrey Tansey and nephew Oliver Tansey both of Des Moines, Iowa; half-sister Lisa Walsh-Kerns of Burlington; aunts, uncles, and several cousins and his goddaughter Peyton.
He was preceded in death by his parents and maternal and paternal grandparents.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, September 24th at Lunning Chapel where the family will receive friends.
The funeral service will be 11:00 a.m. Thursday, September 25th at Lunning Chapel. Pastor Kendall Adams will officiate. Burial will be in Aspen Grove Cemetery.
Memorials have been established for the St. Jude Children's Research Hospital and the Ronald McDonald House.
To send flowers to the family of Darin, please visit our floral store.

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

Lunning Funeral Chapel

2620 Mount Pleasant St, Burlington, IA 52601

Make a Donation
in Darin Tansey's name

Please consider a donation as requested by the family.

How to support Darin's loved ones
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
Poems of Mourning and Comfort

The best poems for funerals, memorial services., and cards.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief

Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.

Read more
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
Ways to honor Darin Tansey'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

Sign Darin Tansey's Guest Book

Not sure what to say?