Darlene Carol Backus

Darlene C. Backus
nee: Vandenberg
Kaukauna
Age 76, died on Monday, July 14, 2008 at Colony Oaks Care Center,
surrounded by family and friends. Darlene was born on August 11, 1931. Her
parents
Vince and Nell (Bies) Vandenberg preceded her in death. Darlene married
James Backus on August 12, 1968 in Appleton, and he survives her. She enjoyed
working at Gimbles, Pranges' and Kohls. Darlene loved traveling, and enjoyed
hot fudge sundaes with her grandchildren. She belonged to the T.O.P.S. club
for many years. Her favorite pastimes were bird watching, shopping and
bowling. She also loved cats and dogs.
In addition to her husband, Darlene is survived by her children; LaVonne
(Pat) Frank, Winneconne; Rick (special friend Sheldon Shur), Milwaukee; David
(Cindy) Neenah; Carol (Steve) Bowden, Appleton; Ann (Rick) Gehl, Stockbridge;
and Scott (Julie), of Kaukauna. She is also survived by 14 grandchildren,
13 great-grandchildren, and a step- sister, Sally Van Beek.
The Mass of Resurrection for Darlene will be at 11 a.m. on Friday, July 18,
2008 at HOLY CROSS CATHOLIC CHURCH, 309 Desnoyer St., Kaukauna, with Fr. Tom
Pomeroy officiating. Visitation will be from 4-8 p.m. on Thursday at the
Fargo Funeral Home, and also at the church on Friday from 10 a.m. until the
time of services. There will be a prayer service at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday at
the funeral home. Burial will be in Highland Memorial Park, Appleton. A
memorial is being established.
The family would like to give a special thank you to the Dialysis Center of
Appleton (Fresenius), Colony Oaks Care Center, Theda Care Hospice, and
special friends, Marilyn Bonnie and Sandy.

Fargo Funeral Home
400 W. Wisconsin Ave.
Kaukauna 766-6200
Online Condolences:
www.wichmannfargo.com

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