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Darlene Andrus Obituary

Darlene S. Andrus 1935 ~ 2007 Darlene S. Andrus, age 72, passed away June 8, 2007 on her 39th wedding anniversary with her family by her side and after one last kiss for "Pa" the love of her life. She died from complications following heart surgery. Born May 8, 1935 in Brigham City to Loy B. Smith and Clata D. Smith. Married Boyd Howick, later divorced. On June 8, 1968 she married her lifetime sweetheart, Clyde B. Andrus. Mom is finally free from the many struggles she endured over the last 12 years after suffering a massive stroke in 1995. She left this life the way she lived. on her terms and with grace and dignity. Darlene is survived by her husband, Clyde, and children, Steve Howick (Corinne), Sharma May (Jody), Kevin Howick (Debbie), Lisa Michials (Allen), Lana Dockter, Tonya Andrus, Marty Andrus (Dianne) and JanNette Andrus; mother, Clata Smith; sisters, Tonya Davidson (Bob), Denise Hansen (Rick); brother, Karl Smith (Georgia); 31 grandchildren; 28 great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews and many amazing friends. Preceded in death by grand parents, father, Loy B. Smith, daughter, Lory Howick Beal, son, George Andrus, granddaughter, Gina Howick, and grandson, Justin Andrus. The family wishes to thank all of those who helped care for "Ma" over the years. Funeral Services will be Wednesday, June 13, 2007 at 11:00 a.m. at Kearns 16th Ward, 4605 W. Westpoint Drive, West Valley City (4645 So.), with a viewing from 9:30 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. Friends and family may visit on Tuesday, June 12, 2007 at Valley View Memorial Park and Funeral Home, 4335 West 4100 South, West Valley City from 6 to 8 p.m. Interment also at Valley View Memorial Park.

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Published by The Salt Lake Tribune from Jun. 12 to Jun. 13, 2007.

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July 11, 2008

I will always remember and will always love and miss you. We will be together again. I love you!

June 23, 2008

I need some help with this one. I know I can count on you, as always. I know you are near.

Tonya Davidson

June 9, 2008

I know, I know, I promised you another balloon. It will be a day late. Sorry...

I have missed you for a year now and it still doesn't get easier. I just love your little games though!

I love you a million dollars and a dime for a beer!

Tonya Joy

Tonya Joy

May 8, 2008

How could I not write today? It is your Happy Happy Birthday. So much has happened in the last year....whew! I miss you so much and I love you a million dollars and a dime for a beer! Happy! Happy! And watch for your balloons!
xoxoxoxoxo
Tonya Joy

April 28, 2008

I miss you Sis!
TJ

Lisa Michials

April 20, 2008

Mom... Kevin is there with all of you now. I am sure you were all there to greet him with open arms. I miss you so much. I love you!
Lisa

April 17, 2008

You are so close yet so far away!
I love you!

March 23, 2008

Happy Easter!
I love you and miss you more and more.

February 17, 2008

I am sure you are having a great time celebrating with Dad. He would have been 91 today and you both are blessed to be together. Life here has been crazy as I am sure you know. With illness some times I don't know whether to scratch my watch or wind my butt! I am sure you know what I mean. But with you gone now, it takes me a little longer to figure stuff out. I am searching for what I need to know, and I have faith that I will find it. I miss you so much and of course Dad also! Take care of all of us. We need your help!
I love you,
TJ

January 10, 2008

Watch over us all. We need your love and prayers with us now. We love you and miss you so much!

January 8, 2008

Another month and missing you even more. I missed you so much Saturday. It sure wasn't the same without you. You would have been proud of how nice things turned out....and so many people! I love you so much.
Tonya Joy

December 20, 2007

I have had you in my thoughts almost everyday. I have felt you around me, thank you. I just wish I understood more. I love you!

December 8, 2007

oops, I meant crooked!!! I can hear your laugh!

December 8, 2007

Hey Sis,
Here we are, another month gone by, I can't believe it. You are always in my heart and in my thoughts.
I look at all the pretty Christmas lights and think of you. My Christmas tree is cooked.....I think of you. You would be all over that! I love you and MERRY CHRISTMAS!
Tonya Joy

November 26, 2007

It isn't getting any easier.......I love you so much and miss you even more.

November 8, 2007

I know I do!

November 6, 2007

Mom, I wish things were different. So many love and miss you.

Tonya Davidson

October 7, 2007

Hey Sis.....
I can't believe that it will already be 4 months since you left us. I didn't realize how much I had come to depend on you for love and sisterly advice on every day things that touched us both so deeply. You always maintained your listening ear and never lost your ability to find a way to communicate when you knew I really needed someone to lean on or even a kick in the butt.

You have left a huge void in our family and in my heart.

I love you,
Tonya Joy

Tonya Davidson

September 30, 2007

Hi Sis......just thinking about you and I miss you so much.
I love you!

Tonya Davidson

July 16, 2007

"Sis",
I never knew it could hurt this bad. I never knew I could miss you this much. I never knew you were so courageous. But I always knew how beautiful you were. Even in death you are teaching me new things. You are MY hero! I love you so much! And I miss you terribly!
Tonya Joy

Sue Andrus-Chilberg

June 22, 2007

Dear Cousin Bud,
all of your uncle Larry's Kids(Larry,Chuck,Don,John,Sue) send our deepest sympathy.The last time we saw you and Darlene was at aunt Retta's funeral so long ago.
Sue Andrus-Chilberg

Lisa Jolyn

June 18, 2007

Mom, I miss you more than I could have imagined. Today was the day that the loss of you truly sunk in. My heart aches and my tears are abundant. I pray that you, Lory, George, Justin & Gina & the many others that passed before you, are having a wonderful reunion. Give them all my love my dear sweet mother. But most of all, come visit me, I need to feel you around me. I love you!
See See Jo

Val and Jan Bess

June 17, 2007

Dear Clyde,
We just found out about the death of your dear, sweet wife. You are in our thoughts and prayers as you go through the lonely time before you. May God comfort you as you remember all the years being with her. She was such a joy to be around. Did we have fun in Holladay at Tom and Bars? I can't remember. Love, Val and Jan

DIANE ISENHOUR RAAUM

June 14, 2007

Dear Andrus Family,
It was so wonderful to see you all again.I am so sorry for you loss of Darlene. You know more than anyone.Of her unselfish love and care she gave when Betty passed.Please know that Danny is in my heat and thoughts often.His is a loss that still carries much saddness and pain. I miss him terribly.The smile that could light up a room. I hope you find comfort in your love togeather as a family. And keep Darlene alive in your memories and love you shared with her.
Love always,
Diane Isenhour Raaum

Bill & Ann Lamoreaux

June 13, 2007

Dear Clyde,
We are so sorry to hear about the loss of Darlene. We have not seen you for a while but you were both never forgotten by us. We love both of you so much.
Our trips together were so much fun. Remember the time we went on one of our camping trips and Darlene forgot all of her clothes. She was to busy packing yours.
Darlene was a wonderful friend to me and I will never forget how much fun she was to be around. Her laugh always gave me a big lift.
Our thoughts and prayers are with each and everyone of you.

Bill & Ann Lamoreaux

June 13, 2007

Dear Clyde and family,
We are so sorry to hear about your loss. We truly love you and Darlene so much. It has been a few years since we have seen you all. But we have thought about you and Darlene a lot.
Our camping trips were wonderful,remember the time Darlene forgot all of her clothes? She was to busy packing yours. We truly had some real great times with you and all of your family.
Darlene`s wit and laugh will never be forgotten. We love you all so much and are in our thoughts.

Ameeka Faulhaber

June 13, 2007

Clyde,
It has been a few years since I have seen either of you, but you must know I have thought about you both often. Darlene was such a gracious woman, sweet all the way through. She will be missed by all who knew her.
My prayers are with you and your family, Clyde.
Practice acceptance, and love always.

Mike & Brittany Baker

June 13, 2007

Angie, Nick & Chris,
We are sorry to hear of your loss. You are in our prayers and we wish you the best in your time of loss.

Karen Lantz

June 12, 2007

The Isenhour family, Jim, Karen, Diane, and Jim, send our deep condolences to our cousins, the Andrus family. We keep you in our hearts and thoughts at this difficult time of loss.

Karen Harris

June 12, 2007

Nick
I am sorry for the lose of your grandma. The last few years have been very tough on you. Please let me know if there is anything I can do for you.
Love mom Karen

Cindy Golsan

June 12, 2007

Clyde and family, It's been a long time since we lived next door but what great friends you are to us. We are sorry for your loss and will forever miss Darlene's laugh. You're in our thoughts and prayers. Bryan Cindy Golsan & family

Sandra Knight Higginbotham

June 12, 2007

Dear Sharma,
I know it has been many years since High school but I know your pain as I just lost my Dad in December. Find comfort in knowing your mother is with the Lord and is at perfect peace.

Jill C. Roberts

June 12, 2007

Tonya,
I am so sorry to hear about your Mom. Please know that I love you and you are in my prayers.

Joel and Lisa Trujillo

June 12, 2007

Dear Steve and family,
So sorry for the loss of your Mom and Grandma. It has been a couple rough years for the Howick family, bless your hearts. Please know that we are thinking about you and you have are deepest sympathy.
Love,

Leigh Anne Hansen

June 12, 2007

I have many fond memories of Aunt Darlen, and was very sad when I heard of her passing. My heart goes out to the family she leaves behind. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Paul & Laurie Curtis

June 12, 2007

Sharma & Jody ~ We would like to express our deepest sympathy @ the passing of your sweet mom. Hopefully our love and thoughts will help buoy you up in some small way. Dar's sense of humor is "Priceless"!

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