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Darlene (Cummings) VoorhiesPassing: February 7, 2022

Service:

Mitchell Cemetery

Graveside Service

Friday, February 11th @ 1:30pm

Visitation:

Chastain Funeral Home

Friday, February 11th @ 11:00am-1:15pm

Cemetery:

Mitchell Cemetery

Friday, February 11th

SPRINGVILLE – Darlene (Cummings) Voorhies, 70, passed away Monday February 7, 2022, at Indiana University Health Bedford Hospital.

Born October 19, 1951, in Virginia, she was the daughter of Raymond and Pauline (Hatfield) King.

Darlene had been employed at the Marathon Gas Station.  She enjoyed spending time with friends and family and loved her animals.

Surviving:                 sons, Michael (Jessica) Voorhies of Springville

                                           Charles (Stephanie) Knight of Mitchell

                   grandchildren, Eli Voorhies, Abby Voorhies, Gage Cobb, Heather (Travis)

                                            Fuesler, Brian (Taylor) Knight, and Tosh Breedlove

                                            3 great grandchildren

Her parents and son, Kenneth Paul “KP” Voorhies, preceded her in death.

Graveside service will be at 1:30 p.m. Friday, February 11, at Mitchell Cemetery.

The family will receive friends from 11:00 a.m. – 1:15 p.m. Friday at Chastain Funeral Home & Cremation Center.

Condolences may be sent to the family at www.chastainfuneralhome.com

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22 Guest Comments

  1. Guest: Staci Dotts | Campbellsburg IN
    Date: March 6, 2022
    Oh my I'm so very sorry for your loss. I loved working with Darlene. She always found a way to make me laugh and treated me like family. Praying for peace for all of you
  2. Guest: Joyce Quillen | Ocala Florida
    Date: February 16, 2022
    Sorry to hear about Darlene. We worked together at South Haven Coil and she was so liked and very good worker. Been server almost years ago but will never forget her. Rest In Peace my friend.
  3. Guest: Jerry and Cathy Miller | Bedford Indiana
    Date: February 12, 2022
    So sorry for your loss. We have many good memories at the Pee Wee field. We worked together a lot there. RIP Darlene
  4. Guest: Sissy Terry Sproles | Mitchell, IN
    Date: February 11, 2022
    Darlene was one heck of a wiffle ball player back in the day! Tell Marge I said hi!
  5. Guest: Sissy Terry Sproles | Mitchell, IN
    Date: February 11, 2022
    Darlene was one heck of a waffle ball player back in the day! Tell Marge I said hi!
  6. Guest: Aaron Hembree | Loogootee, IN
    Date: February 11, 2022
    Darlene was a good employee for Marathon. She could always find a way to make you laugh no matter the situation. Prayers for her family.
  7. Guest: Rohanda Karnes | Mitchell Indiana
    Date: February 10, 2022
    Rest in peace and you will be missed very very much enjoy that peace and rest and everything God bless you
  8. Guest: Glenda and Larry Duncan | Mitchell, IN
    Date: February 10, 2022
    Will miss Darlene she was once our neighbor loved talking with her and sharing stories . Always chatted with her when we would go to Marathon .RIP Darlene
  9. Guest: Darlene Irwin | Mitvhell, In
    Date: February 10, 2022
    She and I always greeted each other with a "hi Darlene" we always got a funny look from anyone close by. She will be missed💖🙏
  10. Guest: Connie J Smith | Mitchell
    Date: February 10, 2022
    So sorry for your loss. Darlene was always helpful and kind.
  11. Guest: Brittany Christenberry | Bedford, Indiana
    Date: February 10, 2022
    Mammaw Darlene, I am going to miss you so much. You were one of the few women in my life that made an impact on me growing up. I miss staying all night with you, and everything we used to do together. You will always be in my heart. I am glad you and Pete are reunited, now. I love you so much!
  12. Guest: Susan Boulanger | Ellettsville
    Date: February 9, 2022
    I loved being around her she made me laugh and she was fun to be with. I will miss her dearly. R I P Darlene but you are with Pete so I know you're happy. Wish I could of seen you more often.
  13. Guest: Bill Sallee | Orleans, Indiana
    Date: February 9, 2022
    She was a very sweet person I enjoyed laughing at her when she went with the blue hair.and just talking with her she did love her family and friends Charlie and all the family I’m truly sorry for your loss .
  14. Guest: Mary Edmonson poole | Mitchell Indiana
    Date: February 9, 2022
    So many found memories of you 💜You were so loved and will be missed terribly.
  15. Guest: Matt Olson | Springville
    Date: February 9, 2022
    Mama Chew. This woman was such a presence in my life growing up. I can still hear here saying Shut up Olson. Loved this lady. Loved her family. So sorry Mike and family. Praying for you all.
  16. Guest: Gina Blackwell | Orleans
    Date: February 8, 2022
    I was sad to hear of her passing. I always enjoyed helping her with her glasses. It was always a good conversation at marathon. I will miss her. So sorry for the families loss.
  17. Guest: Charles D Cooper | Mitchell
    Date: February 8, 2022
    Neighbor and good friend. So very sorry to hear of her passing. Prayers for all of the family.
  18. Guest: Sheryl Walton | Mitchell
    Date: February 8, 2022
    Darlene always was friendly and did a great job at Marathon. Got acquainted when our boys played baseball together as kids. She could always make you laugh. God bless the family at their time of loss.
  19. Guest: Amanda Chastain | Mitchell, Indiana
    Date: February 8, 2022
    I loved working with Darlene. Was never a dull moment with her. She will be missed, sending prayers to her family. Say hi to Sarah for me...... Rest in peace Darlene
  20. Guest: Heather Bennett | Mitchell
    Date: February 8, 2022
    So sadden to hear the passing of Darlene. I always loved chatting with her and she will be missed by so many .. Rest easy Darlene and give KP a hug from Jessie 💙 you will never be forgotten and Our family is sending lots of love and prayers to the family ! Love Jessie Heather Kealen Bennett
  21. Guest: Loretta | Mitchell, in
    Date: February 8, 2022
    Darlene was fun to work with talk to you could do almost anything with her she was a hard worker and got the job done she will be greatly missed fly high sugar plum I worked with her at PRD, Inc in springy, In
  22. Guest: Mike and Rita Ramey | Bedford, In
    Date: February 8, 2022
    Always enjoyed Darlene at the Marathon station. She was a great employee even when she didn’t feel like it. God Bless all of you. Mike and Rita Ramey

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