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Darla Thompson Obituary
She was born May 3, 1959, to Darrell and Mary Sue Fenner of Coos Bay, Ore. She moved to Fairbanks with her family in February 1969. She had three children, Kenneth Thompson, Sarah and Kyle Burcham.
From a young age, Darla had a passion for the Alaska outdoors, including camping, hunting and most of all fishing. Darla also enjoyed activities such as beading, gardening, telling jokes, playing Scrabble, and making her family and friends smile.
She was survived by her stepdad Don R. McAdoo; sister Pegge Thompson and husband AJ Mullins; children, Kenneth Thompson, Sarah and husband Russell Paxton, Kyle and wife Bobbie Burcham; grandchildren, Dawn, Wilow and Lilly Burcham, and Savannah Paxton; niece and nephew, Daryn and Danae Thompson; Darla's significant other, Chaley Mortenson; aunt Loretta and husband Paul Sheill; aunt Donna Racy; uncle Richard and wife Sharon Walker.
Darla is greatly loved and will be missed by her family and friends.
She was preceded in death by her father Darrell "Lefty" Fenner.
A memorial service will be held at Fairbanks Funeral Home on Monday, June 14 at 3 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, everyone is welcome to attend a benefit in Darla's name to be held at the Circle M bar on the Old Richardson Highway on Saturday, June 12, at 3 p.m.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
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(Vandy) Dennis Vandenhoek
August 9, 2025
So sorrry to hear of Darla passing. She welcomed me to Alaska as I met her in dinning facility Ft. Wainwright. Miss Her.
Sarah Paxton
June 18, 2010
Mom, you meant the world to me and Savannah. It was way to soon to go, and we will miss you so much. You always made me smile no matter how mad I was at you : ) You were such a happy person and loved life, and we will miss you inthis world
Darlene Meek
June 14, 2010
You're in my thoughts Darla, I'm going to miss your smile & awesome sense of humor.
Annette Mullen
June 14, 2010
I will miss you much... You will remain in my heart for ever. Thank you for being such a good friend. Love to you on your journey. Sarah Kyle, Kenny , and Pegge I am so sorry for your tragic loss.
Annette and Ed Mullen
Allen Cecil
June 11, 2010
Darla, Darla, Darla, i will miss you and your smile. you left too soon. I didn't have a chance to say goodbye.
Mary Ella and Matt Davis
June 11, 2010
We will miss you darla, you were truly loved!!
Having fun in Fairbanks!
Kim Grandy
June 11, 2010
Having fu in Fairbanks!
Kim Grandy
June 11, 2010
Ft. Wainwright Family - Blackstone Consulting, Inc
June 11, 2010
Darla has worked out here on Ft. Wainwright on and off for over 20 years are more. Her joyful spirit will be missed. To the family, may you find comfort in knowing the wonderful memories of Darla will forever be in our hearts.
Punki Vigue
June 11, 2010
I knew and loved Darla when I lived in Alaska. She will always be in my memory as someone that was always laughing at life, no matter how tough it got. To be around her was like getting a shot of happiness because of her jovial personality.
My heart goes out to her family.
Kim Grandy
June 11, 2010
Going to miss you girl. You always had a smile.
Kim Grandy
June 11, 2010
Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.
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