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2800 Old Freeport Rd, Natrona Heights, PA 15065
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Darla Louise Smith, 79, of New Kensington, passed away at home Monday, October 27th, 2025. She was born January 23rd, 1946, in New Kensington to the late Cecil and Lucille (Langston) Smith. Darla lived all her life in New Kensington. She retired as Dietitian Manager at Allegheny General Hospital (former Citizens Hospital) after 30 years of service. Darla was a member of Shiloh Baptist Church, Brackenridge and graduated from Ken High School later obtaining her bachelor’s degree in nutrition from West Moreland College.
She enjoyed traveling the world, shopping, bingo and especially enjoyed spending time with her family.
Survivors include her sister Deborah J. Jones, of New Kensington; special granddaughter Aaliyah Burke, of New Kensington, 12 children and numerous nieces and nephews. Besides her parents Darla was preceded in death by 5 siblings and a daughter Tanika Burke.
Visitation Friday, November 14, 2025 5-7 PM in Duster Funeral & Cremation Services, Inc. 347 E 10th Ave, Tarentum, 724-224-1526. Services will be held on Saturday at 10 AM in Shiloh Baptist Church, Brackenridge. Burial will follow in Mt. Airy Cemetery, Natrona Heights. VISIT: dusterfuneralhomeinc.com
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Upcoming Events
Nov
14
Visitation
5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Duster Funeral & Cremation Services, Inc.
347 E 10th Ave, Tarentum, PA 15084
Send FlowersNov
15
Nov
15
Burial
11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Mt. Airy Cemetery
2800 Old Freeport Rd, Natrona Heights, PA 15065
Send FlowersServices provided by
Duster Funeral Home, Inc.Only 3 days left for delivery to next service.