In Memory
Jon Dennis Darrow
January 5, 1943 ~ July 6, 2023 (age 80)
Jon Dennis Darrow, Sr., 80 of Avon, Indiana, beloved husband, father, brother, uncle and grandfather; passed away July 06, 2023. He was born January 05, 1943 in South Bend to the late Helen Irene (Coleman) and Philip Spencer Darrow, Sr. Dennis was a 1961 Riley High School graduate and married his high school sweetheart Nancy Halasi on June 01, 1963 in South Bend.
He worked in information technology for over 35 years, retiring March 16, 2007 as the Data Systems Administrator for Whiteco Industries, Inc. Dennis was last a member of the Plainfield United Methodist Church and his life revolved around the Methodist church, notably in South Bend, Portage, and Plainfield, IN. His lasting legacy will always be caring for and serving others first.
Survivors include his wife of 60 years, Nancy Darrow of Avon; son, Jon Dennis Darrow, Jr. (Annette) of Indianapolis, David Michael Darrow (Roxanne LaCroix) of Gilbert, AZ.; brother, Philip “Pete” Darrow (Mary Pamela) of Granger; sister, Phyllis Everts (James) of Venice, Fl.; and one granddaughter, Lucy Darrow of Indianapolis. His parents and sisters, Vicki Bockover and Diane Wilkins, preceded him in death.
A Celebration of Life service will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 05, 2023, in the Plainfield United Methodist Church with Pastor Charlie Wilfong officiating. Friends and family may call from 1:00 p.m. until the service begins in the church. Contributions may be made to fight cancer with “5 for the Fight” at www.5forthefight.org
Hall-Baker Funeral Home, Plainfield is handling the arrangements.
07.11.2023 djb
Janice Kay Matthews (1961)
I didn't know Denny well at Riley and am extremely sorry to receive this news. My fondest thoughts to his wife Nancy and the other members of the family. My local (Seal Beach, CA) cousins and close friends will be thinking of you all. I turn 80 in September.. Regards, Kay Matthews
Lynne Witt (Barnaby) (1961)
I am so sorry to hear of Denny's passing.My heartfelt condolences to Nancy and all the family.
SINCERELY
Lynne Witt Barnaby Hudkins
Gloria Jean Kreskai (Geary) (1961)
Deepest sympathy goes out to Nancy and family at this difficult time. Denny was a kind, gentle soul and will be missed by all that knew him. So sorry.
Sharon Rae Hanna (1961)
Nancy and family.....so sorry for your loss....prayers to you and family..
Carolynn Thomas (Miller) (1961)
Nancy, many heartfelt prayers to you and your family for your loss. You were blessed to have him
with you all these years; he was such a great man. May God watch over you and wrap His arms
around you.
Robert Foor (1961)
It was a sad day to hear Denny had passed. He was always the first to wish eveeyone the best on our site,. He will be missed as he always was a joy to see him and Nancy at the reunion. My deepest sympathy to Nancy and Denny's entire family. HE WILL BE MISSED!!
Jean Arden Lejeune (1961)
I always loved seeing both of them at class reunion. He will be sadly missed by everyone.
Judith Lynn Long (Harroff) (1962)
You are dearly missed, my friend Denny. Sending my deepest sympathy to Nancy and family.
Carol Corley (1961)
I'm so sorry to learn of Denny's passing. I remember his as a very kind and friendly lad from high school. My deepest condolences to his family and friends.
John Nimtz (1961)
It's been a sad week since hearing of Denny's passing, He was one of the "class"guys I was lucky to know, and I will miss hearing from him. My heartfelt symparthy goes out to Nancy and all their family.
John Nimtz