75-year-old Cisne resident, Darlene Murphy, died March 16, 2020.
Darlene was born April 25, 1944 in Mt. Vernon. She was the only child born to James and Pansie (Spurlock) Davey. She married James E. Murphy on May 26, 1962 in Mt. Vernon and he preceded her in death on Sept. 7, 2016. Darlene had been the Secretary for Wabash Valley Service Company in Cisne for 14 years. She attended Victory Outreach Christian Center Church in Fairfield. Darlene loved to quilt, attend to her many flower gardens and play bingo.
Darlene is survived by two daughters, Michelle and husband, Jeff Michael of Effingham and Debbie and husband Mike Pope of Fairfield; seven grandchildren, and two great grandchildren. Preceding Darlene in death were her husband and parents.
A memorial service will be held Sunday, August 23 at the Victory Outreach Christian Center Church in Fairfield at 3pm with Jeff Michael officiating. There will be a visitation at the church from 2pm until the time of service. Memorials may be made to the Oblong Children’s Home or the Oil Belt Christian Service Camp and will be accepted at the church. Online condolences can be left for the family at www.nalesfuneralhome.com. Nale’s Funeral Home of Fairfield is assisting the family.