Darlene Hitzfelder Whetstone

Darlene Hitzfelder Whetstone passed away peacefully on April 28, 2026, at the age of 92.
Born on June 11, 1933, to Alexander Joseph Hitzfelder and Adela (Kauffmann) Hitzfelder, Darlene lived a life centered on family, love, kindness, and quiet strength. She was a devoted daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother whose gentle spirit touched the lives of everyone who knew her.
Darlene was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Charles Edward Whetstone, who passed away on February 26, 2023. Together they shared a lifetime of love, commitment, and cherished memories. She was also preceded in death by her siblings, Matthew Max Hitzfelder, Marie Virginia Hitzfelder, Alexander Joseph Hitzfelder Jr., and Therese Adella (Hitzfelder) Bendele.
She leaves behind her loving daughters, Becky Jolly (Mark Jolly) and Brenda Whetstone. She was a proud and loving grandmother to Jason Tuttle, Sean Whetstone, Anthony Whetstone, and Geoffrey Hillner, and a treasured great-grandmother to Bradford Andrés Carlson Jolly.
Darlene will be remembered for her warm heart, gentle nature, and unwavering love for her family. She had a special gift for making others feel cared for and welcomed. Whether through a comforting conversation, a shared laugh, or simply her presence, she brought peace and love to those around her.
Her family was her greatest joy, and the memories created with her will forever be held close in their hearts. Though she will be deeply missed, her legacy of love, compassion, and devotion will continue through the generations she leaves behind.
The family takes comfort in knowing that Darlene is now reunited with her beloved husband and family members who went before her. Her memory will forever remain a blessing to all who knew and loved her.