Arlene R. Darnstaedt, 93, of Monticello, passed away on Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at White Oak Health Campus.
She was born on December 31, 1931 in Chalmers to the late G. Alfred and Ida Belle (Reynolds) Peters. On November 22, 1950 she married Donald A. "Don" Darnstaedt at the old Monticello Christian Church. He preceded her in death on April 10, 2020.
Arlene was a 1950 graduate of Monticello High School. She worked in several different secretarial capacities and enjoyed helping on the farm.
She was an active member of the Monticello United Methodist Church and a member of the Delta Theta Tau Sorority.
She is survived by her children, Jan Elliot and John (Joyce) Darnstaedt, both of Monticello; grandchildren, John (Megan) Ochs of California and Jillian Ann (Phil) Cornelius of Indianapolis; four great-grandchildren, Colton and Dean Ochs and Addison Ann and Carson Cornelius.
Private family services were held with burial at Riverview I.O.O.F. Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be given to the Monticello United Methodist Church for Soup for the Soul or the White County Community Foundation to benefit Women to Women in the memo.
Friends and family are encouraged to share a photo, a memory, or messages of condolence at www.springervoorhisdraper.com
Springer-Voorhis-Draper Funeral Home of Monticello is entrusted with care.
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