Willard (Will) E. Darnell, 88, of Pearland, TX previously of Columbus and Wellston, OH, passed away peacefully in his sleep on March 6th, 2025, He was born on September 18, 1936 to Ezra and Julia Darnell in Sciotoville, OH. Will proudly served his country in the US Army and was stationed in Germany during his enlistment. Will worked with the railroad as a brakeman for 30 years. He attended church at the First Presbyterian Church in Pearland, Tx. Will battled many health issues but always kept a sense of humor and a positive attitude.

Will is preceded in death by his parents Ezra and Julia Darnell; and sisters Carrie Gettles and Jean Matteson; and brother James Darnell.

He is survived by his wife of 37 years Alma (Flo) Darnell, daughters Tami Mercier and Bill, Terri Hill and David; son Bill Reeves and Lindsey; sisters Geneiva (Denny) Sorrell and Barbara (Yonk) Cantrell; grandchildren Erica Saldana and Ricky, Tony (Jenna) Reeves, Kristina Fendt, Chelsea Reeves, Amanda (Matt) Clingman, and Jason Hill; great-grandchildren Taylor, Elias, Connor, Cameron and Samuel; Numerous nieces and nephews, church family and Friends; beloved pets Rustie, Ginger and Yoshi.

There will be a Memorial service Thursday March 20^th at 3:00 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church in Pearland, TX 2930 Broadway St. Pearland, Texas 77581

Pastor Ed Wolf to officiate.
In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the First Presbyterian Church Pearland, TX