Darrel Ray Palmer Obituary
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Darrel Ray Palmer in Nampa, Idaho, who passed away on December 11, 2025, at the age of 89, leaving to mourn family and friends. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Darrel Ray Palmer or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
As we bid farewell to this cherished soul, solace is taken in the memories held dear — the laughter shared, the wisdom imparted, the moments of quiet reflection in their presence. Though Darrel may no longer walk among us, his spirit lives on in the echoes of his kindness, the warmth of his embrace, and the light of his enduring love.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Charles Rulon and Anna Belle Cummins Palmer; his wife Donna Palmer; and his sons, Greg, Gene and Aaron Palmer.
He is survived by: his children, Virginia Simnitt (Rick), Robert Olsen (Sheri), Darla Schmalz (Clay), Kurt Palmer (Yori) and Troy Palmer (Kellie). He is also survived by two brothers; two sisters; 16 grandchildren; and many great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, December 16th 2025 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM and on Wednesday, December 17th 2025 from 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM at the Lindquist's Ogden Mortuary (3408 Washington Blvd, Ogden, UT 84401). A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, December 17th 2025 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the same location.