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Darla VANDER HORST Obituary
Darla Jean
Darla Jean Vander Horst, born on October 15, 1954, was called home to be with Jesus on April 21, 2013, surrounded by her family. She served as a Lucas County Corrections Officer. She was an amazing woman who showed unconditional love to whomever her path crossed. She will be dearly missed and her spirit will continue to touch all who knew her.
Her pride and joy was her family: husband, Leslie; sister, Laurie and Francisco Gabriel; children, Angela Cairl, Stevan and Erica, Brian and Shannon, Amber and Derrick Saylor; her grandchildren, Robb Cairl, Chaz, Koral, Hope Cairl, Delise, Andrew Saylor, Bentley Saylor, and Devin Curry; nephew, Joaquin Gabriel. She is now resting in heaven with her parents, Stevan and Dorothy Brocus; niece, Violetta Faith Gabriel; grandson, Chase Anthony Saylor, and lifelong friend, Sandra Kunich.
We will be celebrating her life on Thursday, April 25 at Mayfair Church, 5253 Bennett Road from 12:00-2:30 p.m. visitation, memorial service 2:30 p.m. immediately following Life Celebration at Fraternal Order of Police 255 Gradolph St. Toledo, OH 43612 until 8:00 p.m.
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Memories and Condolences
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Stevan VanderHorst
April 18, 2021
Miss you like crazy mom, I finally got my tattoo in remembrance of you!! You’d love it!! Losing you at such a young age of 56, has recently inspired me to live my life healthier, I’m on a journey and I know your by my side the whole way. Love you all my heart, love your filthy animal!!
Aka Stevan VanderHorst
Cynthia Moore
April 18, 2020
Darla was a funny lady but what I most remember about her, she loved her Coloring Books therapy. She was one of the first adults I seen coloring; at first I thought it was odd but watching her and the beauty she created it was a lovely creation. That's when I noticed it was a BIG thing in the adult community. "REST IN HEAVEN" Darla Vander Horst.
April 30, 2013
My sister was a gift from Heaven. Her life lessons will always be a part of me. Her unconditional love would travel from Ohio to California on a dime. I love you my sissy, so so so so much. As you have impressed my son, and helped make him the man he is, I thank you. For your beautiful children, that I love as if they are mine, and you were so kind to share with me. I will insist on keeping our traditions, even long distance. REST IN PEACE IN YOUR NEW BODY< WITH OUR FATHER GOD IN HEAVEN. Kiss my/your baby Violetta for me.Love your sister Laurie Anne
Thomas Berning
April 29, 2013
Hi Les,i'm truley sorry to here about your wife Darla.I will kept her in my prayers. May god bless you and your family.Your friend [Beachball]
Angela Cairl
April 28, 2013
MOM: I could fill several books with the lessons that you have taught me, As I sit here struggling as to what to say, One thing that I keep coming back to, is, through all the things we have endured in our lives, you have never left my side. Everything good in me I learned from you. I cannot imagine my human life without you. You helped me with everything, whether I wanted it or not. I have no words that can ever describe how you impacted my life. I want to talk to you and make plans for the next time we will see each other, but then I remember I can no longer do that, and it saddens me greatly. I have tried to prepare for goodbye but I will not. So I will say, till I see you again. I know you will continue to watch over us. I will always remember to continue the legacy of the strong family of love that you built. Thank you for always knowing what to say, for showing me a love like no other, for helping me, for understanding, & for doing the best that you could.
That's all I could ever ask. I love you sooo sooo much. You now have the ability to understand how much. Love your daughter Angela
Amber Saylor
April 26, 2013
Mom
Words can't even explain how much I am truley going to miss you! You are my rock and always will be. I am very glad you were surrounded by us to comfort you and that you are no longer suffering! I love you and know you are shining down on me every day!
Love your baby girl
Stevan Vander Horst
April 26, 2013
MOM: I love you and miss you with every moment that passes, but in the same token I am happy for you. Glad you are free from pain and begining a whole new chapter of your life in such a beautiful place. Behave up there and I rest assured you've found people to start helping, doing what you've always done best.
Lisa Oneill
April 25, 2013
Darla, you were the most kind hearted person. I bet you are coloring up in heaven and chewing on your ice. Lol it was a pleasure to work with you. You always stayed so up beat all the time. You will be missed
April 25, 2013
May God bless your family in the days to come.
April 25, 2013
We will miss you, Darla, but we will carry you in our hearts. We pray God's blessings on your family during this time of loss. Rest in the Father's arms. Love, John, Missy and Luke Hart
Nancy Jo Kowalski
April 25, 2013
Darla was a wonderful kind and generous person. Even through her medical struggles she always remained upbeat. She will be dearly missed. Prayers for family and friends for their loss and heavens gain.
Nancy Jo Kowalski
April 25, 2013
I had the great pleasure of working with Darla for many years. She was always upbeat even through her physical difficulties. Big hearted and kind are just two of her great qualities. She was a social butterfly and kept in contact with those who were her friends. She will be dearly missed. She is smiling down on us no longer in pain. Prayers for family and friends who are grieving her loss.
April 24, 2013
I met Darla a couple times and her smile was always enormous and her heart wide with giving love and compassion to others. Her volunteerism and gifts on this earth will be missed.
-Caryn
Kathy Wynn ( O'Shea )
April 24, 2013
To the Vanderhorst Family..so very sorry for your loss..my parents were Bob and Rita O'Shea. Darla's Dad was my Mom's Uncle Chet. Darla always kept in touch with my parents over the years..long after her Mom and Dad passed. She always had a smile. May she rest in peace.
Jan O'Mailia
April 24, 2013
Dear Darla, My life was enhanced greatly by knowing you. I enjoyed the many Challenge Days that we did together, heping hurting high school students find healing and love. We found some our own healing and connection with others when we did Next Step with many of our Fellowship friends, a day I will never forget. I loved your tremendous sense of humor and your loving, opem, giving heart... Your journey here was sometimes difficult; your physical body caused you many challenges these last few years, but you faced them with courage, grace, and resililence. It makes me smile to know you are now fully restored and in the arms of our Father. Rest now and settle into His embrace and hear Him say, "Well done my beautiful daughter, Welcome HOME" Most Sincerely, Jan O'Mailia
JoDee Robertson
April 24, 2013
So blessed to have known and loved you, Darla. The world is a better place because you were here. You will be missed. Sending out healing thoughts to all who know and love you.
Loved doing life with you Darla! We will miss you!
Amy Clark
April 24, 2013
Darla~You a true sister of the heart! Knowing you are in heaven watching over us gives me peace. I pray for your family through the grieving process but know that you are dancing and enjoying true freedom!
Brad Grimes
April 24, 2013
My Prayers are with the family. So sorry for your loss.
DEBBIE SHIRKEY BROCUS
April 24, 2013
Darla you will be missed by so many.....you always took in the strays and helped them through any and everything. You meant so much to me and my kids. I know you are safe and up there helping again with us strays......love you always.
Vickey Roller
April 24, 2013
You will be missed. You where a sister-in-law who didn't judge or care. Love ya all and thoughts with all
Corey Brocus
April 24, 2013
I miss you soooo much aunt Darla,you were so funny and i had a awesome time every time I would visit.....I also thank you for everything you did for me when I was down and out, you helped change my life.....
Love you forever,
Corey Brocus
Elizabeth VanderHorst
April 24, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Love Aunt Beth
Tammi Storey
April 24, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. She will be missed. Take comfort in knowing that now she is with you all . Love Tammi
April 24, 2013
Ralph &Jackie. Rich &Lisa. Jim &Tammie. WIll &Shana.
KITTY LOVINGOOD
April 24, 2013
AMBER, SORRY FOR YOUR SORROW AND THE LOSS OF YOUR MOM. WILL BE THINKING OF YOU. REMEMBER SHE WILL NEVER BE MORE THAN A THOUGHT AWAY
kITTY
Debbie Walker
April 24, 2013
I will forever miss you Darla. You are/were a true friend with such a big heart. My prayers and thoughts are with your family. love you Darla.
Stacy Cooper
April 24, 2013
I am sorry for your loss. It is so hard to face this, I am here for you if you need anything. Love, Stacy
April 24, 2013
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. You have my sympathy and prayers.
God's Blessings
Cyndi Small
April 24, 2013
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help at this time.
Richard & Paulette Fisher ( Lana Anderson's In Laws )
April 24, 2013
Angie & Family
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
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