Darryl L Harper

Darryl L Harper obituary

Darryl L Harper

Darryl Harper Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Heritage Cremation & Burial Society - Greater Canton Area on Aug. 27, 2025.

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Darryl Harper, 87, passed away Wednesday, August 27, 2025.

He was born April 13, 1938 in Belmont Co., Ohio to the late Frances Lee and Joe Harper.

Darryl retired from the Hoover Co. and was a veteran of the U.S. Army.

He is survived by wife Dorothy; son Kurt; daughter Deirdra Brocious (Tim); sister Evelyn Bishop; special nephew Ray Harper (Janette); and several grandchildren and great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by step son Bill Stalnaker; siblings Ray Harper, Carolyn Hoffee, Penny Sills and Joe Bortz.

As per his wishes cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held at a later date.

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

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