Sandra Sue "Sandy" Darling's obituary , Passed away on October 13, 2025 in Jackson, Michigan

Sandra Sue "Sandy" Darling

June 28, 1945 - October 13, 2025 (80 years old)

Jackson, Michigan

Sandra Sue "Sandy" Darling's obituary , Passed away on October 13, 2025 in Jackson, Michigan

Funeral arrangement under the care of
J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home

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Sandra Sue "Sandy" Darling

June 28, 1945 - October 13, 2025 (80 years old)

Jackson, Michigan

Sandra Sue Darling Obituary

It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Sandra Sue Darling of Jackson, Michigan, born in Fort Dodge, Iowa, who passed away at the age of 80, on October 13, 2025. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

She was predeceased by: her parents, George A. and Mary B. Stoecker; and her brother Gerry Stoecker of Midland. She is survived by: her significant other Michael J. Darling; her daughters, Heather Darling of Grand Rapids and Laura Betit (Charles) of Maine; her grandson Alexander Betit; her close friends, Gregory Darling and Todd Whitefleet of Holland; her sibling's children, Vicki Bradley (Rick) of Grand Rapids, Larry Stoecker of California and Rick Stoecker (Terri) of Midland; and her pet Hamish.

In lieu of flowers the family asks that donations be made to the Old Friends Senior Dog Rescue of Mount Juliet, TN (ofsds.org).

Funeral arrangement under the care of
J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home



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October 17, 2025

Kat Deschaine wrote a sympathy message

“Dear Mr Darling & family, there are no words to express our deepest sympathies for Mrs. Darling’s passing. We hope that your lifetime of loving, happy memories help to get you through the days ahead. Mark and Kathie Deschaine Horning”


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