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Darryl Wagner Obituary
Darryl attended Chapman University and Davis University before graduating from McGeorge School of Law in 1992. He worked as an attorney for 18 years. Most recently at his practice of Altemus and Wagner in Redding. He was a well known and accomplished attorney, but found his true passion in caring for his family and friends.
Darryl and his wife Rahna, were married on June 20, 2001. Together they celebrated the birth of their three boys Jaxon, Zachary, and Jacob. Darryl was a passionate father who loved teaching his boys how to hammer a nail, rope a cow, shoot a bow, and many other important skills they will carry on into their adulthood. He was an amazing example to his boys of love, kindness, and generosity. Darryl's greatest joy was time spent with his family.
Darryl is survived by his wife Rahna and their three boys Jaxon seven, Zachary six, and Jacob five. He is also survived by his parents, Gary and Linda Wagner, sisters Kristi Brown, Marilee Nies, and Emilee Wertz. He leaves behind grandparents, aunts, uncles, brothers-in-law, nieces , cousins, and many friends for whom he cared deeply.
Darryl will linger in our hearts and minds for years to come, and we are beyond grateful for the blessing of having him in our lives. Darryl was highly respected by all who knew him, and although he will be greatly missed, we are thankful for the memories, the lessons, and the legacy that we gain from knowing him.
A celebration of life will be held at 10:30 a.m. on May 20th, at Redding Christian Fellowship 2157 Victor Avenue. In lieu of flowers and gifts a scholarship fund will be established in Darryl's honor at the Redding Bank of Commerce.
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Memories and Condolences
for Darryl Wagner
May 27, 2010
I worked with Darryl on a small real estate matter recently. He was a man of integrity and knew the law. He will be missed. My condolences to the Wagner Family.
Lisa Stanczak
Shingletown, CA
tiffany blackford
May 26, 2010
My daughter and I had the pleasure of working with him for a short time a couple years ago and he was a hard working man and talked of his family often.The Blackfords
Jack & Maryann Brackett
May 24, 2010
Our condolences for your precious loss!
May 22, 2010
So sorry, you are in our thoughts and prayers. He was a nice guy.
Dennis & Sandy Benfield
April Pollard
May 21, 2010
To the Wagner family,
I have prayed for you often this last year and will continue to do so. May God wrap you in his arms with the love and comfort you need. Hold tight to each other, this will be a difficult time. Darryl will be watching over you from heaven right beside God. May God bless you all.
Rick and Rae Ann Taylor
May 21, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. What a blessed hope we have through our Lord and Savior. We can praise him for Darryl's life and the fact that in the context of eternity this separation will be brief.
Cal Garo
May 21, 2010
Rahna,
Donna and I are deeply saddened by Darryls passing. He was a great man, and a pleasure to be around. He was always upbeat and enjoyed life. As you know, Donna worked with Darryl for a very long time, and she will miss him deeply. I cannot put into words what you must be going through, but please try to be strong for your children. May God bless you and your family through this very difficult time.
Cal and Donna Garo
Sandy and Dan Elsemore
May 20, 2010
Oh! What a loss! We will miss seeing Darryl out in the pasture giving tractor rides to a young son, shooting arrows at targets with the boys, and allowing us to enjoy this interaction with his sons. As he remarked once: "I guess we live in a fishbowl there." And, I'm glad for that, because we who traveled by his home were able to see this wonderful dad in action!
Gina & Jason Toombs
May 19, 2010
Rahna, Our hearts go out to you and your family. Darryl's presence will be missed but he will always be in everyone's memories. He was a kind, gentle sole that everyone enjoyed being around. May you feel comfort and strength knowing his pain is gone and he is resting in peace. He will be watching over you and the kids from heaven above with that beautiful smile of his.
Bob and Janet Swaim
May 19, 2010
Rahna, Jaxon, Zachary and Jacob..so wish we could be there but will continue to pray for ya'll and look forward to seeing you soon. Our memories of Darryl will always be part of our lives. Your family pictures are in our home and I touch him everyday and know that he is at peace and the pain is gone. He was a great husband, father and down to earth person. His fight was hard.. but God has other plans for him.. to share his wealth of love with others. We love you.
May 19, 2010
Dear Wagner Family:
Oh how my hurt hearts for you in the loss of Darryl. There are no words to say, but know you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Love in Christ,
Julie (Haley) Jones
Mick & Cindy Simmons
May 19, 2010
Praying for your family at this time. Our comfort comes in knowing we will see him again someday!
Brian Bertossa
May 19, 2010
I worked with Darryl at the Cook Brown law firm in Sacramento in the early 1990's. In addition to working together, Darryl and I were on a bowling team and played softball together. He was a great guy; always upbeat and fun to be around. My deepest condolences to Darryl's family.
Vince D'Amato
May 19, 2010
Rahna, Gary and Linda:
I cannot imagine your sorrow in the loss of Darryl. My brief memories of him are of a kind person and honest young man. You will always see him in the eyes of his children.
May God give you strength and comfort.
Jack & Thelma Dowell
May 19, 2010
May God's arms surround you and give you comfort. Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you travel through these difficult days.
David Peppel
May 19, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Wagner Family. May the Lord strenghten and comfort you all at this time. There are no words to adequetly express our sorrow. Our love and prayers. The Peppel Family
May 19, 2010
What an amazing man and an amazing family! Rahna you have been a pillar of strength for Darryl and your boys! This year will bring challenges and sorrows but Darryl will be holding you tightly next to our great Lord. You will persevere! Darryl was a truly an amazing father, husband and friend! He will be greatly missed by so many! I pray for strength, peace, understanding and wisdom for you Rahna and for Jaxon, Zachary and Jacob! Remember " I will never leave you nor forsake you." God has a plan, Darryl was a divine part of that plan, a true legacy he leaves! Trust in the Lord, lean on Him! We are all here for you Rahna! Love and prayers!
Nicole, Cody and Zachary Crane
marie julian
May 19, 2010
YOU CANNOT CONTROL THE LENGTH OF YOUR LIFE--BUT YOU CAN CONTROL THE DEPTH
marie julian
May 19, 2010
i did not get to know darryl but saw him when he came in for a haircut. Just knowing that he loved and served Jesus is a comfort-God knows those that are His and has called them by name. We will never know why He chose darryl at such a young age but we can rest knowing His ways are perfect and His will for our lives can be trusted. My prayers are with the family knowing how much he will be missed.
Art & Gloria Johnston
May 18, 2010
What is the measure of a man's life? It's surely not length of days. Our Savior was just 33 years old when He died. I think the true measure of a man's life is to be found in the quality of the life that was lived, rather than it's length. Was he a good son, brother, father, husband and friend? Was he a loving and caring individual? Was he charitable and compassionate? In reference to Darryl Wagner, whom we have known since he was a young boy, I can say that he excelled in each of those categories. I also knew him to be a man of uncompromising character. You never had to doubt his integrity. And one could easily see what kind of husband and father he was by the affection shown by him, and to him, by Rahna and the boys at Church on Sundays. As for the kind of friend he was, we couldn't have asked for any better than Darryl. He was always willing to help in time of need. Our family has been deeply touched by a life well lived. Our temporary loss is now Heaven's permanent gain. Thank you for a life well lived Darryl. Well done my friend, well done.
Art & Gloria Johnston
Shirley Quibell
May 18, 2010
Dear Rahna and Family,
Please know that our God has his loving arms wrapped tightly around all of you including Darryl. His plan remains a mystery. However, take comfort in knowing Darryl rests with Him in eternal peace. His fight is over and he waits for all of you in the arms of our Lord. This next year will be a challenge but, you will never be alone. Lean on your faith and you will be given strength you never knew you possessed.
Sincerely,
The Quibells
Shirley, Cara, Garrett, and Grant
May 18, 2010
To the Wagner Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of sorrow. I did not know Darryl , but have heard many great stories from his Dad whom I work with. He sounded like a man I would of liked to call a friend. Your grief is painfull now, but remember we will all be re-united with our loved ones in heaven. God bless you in your time of need.
Rod Ramsey
Darla Tilley
May 18, 2010
To the Wagner Family. May the Lord be with you during this difficult time in the loss of Darryl. He was a wonderful, caring person. I went to grade school with Kristen at Grace Baptist and Darryl was a few years behind us. He was also the Planning Commission Chairman for the City of Anderson for several years and did an outstanding job. Prayers for Rahna and the children, may the Lord be with you and bless you always.
May 18, 2010
Rahna,
We grieve with you and for you during this terrible time. Darryl was a wonderful man, husband, father and friend, and an example for all of us to follow, especially in the past months. We know that your faith and family will give you comfort in the weeks and months to come. We think of you often and you and the boys, and all of the family are in our prayers.
Love Jeff and Kim
May 18, 2010
Rahna, Gary & Linda - My heart goes out to you all in the earthly loss of Darryl. The Lord took him home
way too early for those who knew him and loved him. Linda, I know you are hurting losing both Audrey and Darryl so close together. My prayers are with you all, and especially for those 3 precious boys. Love in Christ, Carol (Koziol) Boggs
Julio Fernandez
May 18, 2010
Wagner Family, I am sorry to hear of your loss. I know that you and and Darryl are believers in Christ and I am sure he is in a beautiful and peaceful place. I know that it doesn't make it easier. I pray that our Lord may hold you guys in His heart. May He also give you peace and comfort. Darryl impacted my life in a good way. I will never forget him. God bless you!
Denise Hutchison
May 18, 2010
I never had the honor of meeting Darryl but worked for his Dad our family sends prayers and blessings to your family and may you all find stength in Jesus and know you will be with Darryl again someday
May 18, 2010
Rahna,
I am so sorry for the void in all your hearts with Darryl's loss. I pray for you and the boys that you may find comfort and peace through Jesus. You are such a loved family and we will all wrap our arms around you and the boys. We love you all and will do anything to help you through this time.
Carie Nadin
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