Darlene J. (Hagans) Baldridge

DANVILLE- Darlene J. (Hagans) Baldridge, 74, died Tuesday, Oct. 5, 2021 at her residence.

She was born Feb. 19, 1947 in Mt. Vernon to the late Buddy Jay and Elmire Mary (Winke) Hagans. She married Dal “Duke” Clayton Baldridge on June 29, 1965, who preceded her in death on Jan. 10, 2007.

Darlene loved putting puzzles together, reading, cooking, crocheting & sewing, and watching the birds and squirrels around the house.

She is survived by son, Brian Baldridge of Danville; two daughters, Claudia (Doug) Rine of Mt. Vernon and Pashie (Matt) Colopy of Danville; her companion in life, Steve McFadden of Danville; grandchildren, Braxton (Hali) Baldridge, Courtney (Alan) Railing, Sierra (Micah) Lovett, Gatlin Ridgway, Abby (Cody) Baker, Austin Colopy, Skyler Baldridge, Amelia Baldridge, Delila Colopy, and Lillian Colopy; great-grandchildren, Cooper Baldridge, Wesley Parker, Leelynd & Conner Railing, Hailey, Donavan, & David Royer, and Charley Baker; a sister, Susan (Craig) Payne of Danville; and thanks to special friends Maryellen (Gene) Matheny, Tammy Endsley, Kyra Lepley, and the staff at North Central Ohio Hospice.

Per Darlene's wishes, no services will be held. The Fischer Funeral Home in Danville is assisting the family. www.fischerfuneralhome.com

In lieu of flowers, donations are suggested to North Central Ohio Hospice, 17700 Coshocton Rd. Mt. Vernon, OH 43014.